2024 Where It All Went Wrong At Our Farmhouse Restoration

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Merry Christmas to all of our Channel Members, Subscribers and Viewers! Once again, thank you EVERYONE for being with us on our Journey so far. There is lots to be done and 2025 is our year. We can feel it! If you would like to, you Can Support Our Journey the following ways: Pressing the Like button and leaving a comment on each video helps KZbin "Push" our videos to others 👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 Become a Channel Member: www.youtube.com/@thecornerhouseproject/join ☕ Buy Us A Coffee - this money is being saved up to help buy a Range for the kitchen: www.buymeacoffee.com/thecornerhouseproject 🥇 You can also support us by giving "Super Thanks" using one of the buttons above. Thank you again for being here and Marry Christmas. Ben & Dawn

[@artistikworld4058]

Happy ❤❤Christmas guys. Being together is the secret. 🎉🎉

[@hampshirerose9395]

❤ You are amazing, thank you so much for sharing your successes with us. A genuinely loving couple. Merry Christmas and can’t wait to see your plans come into fruition. ❤

[@y.lelivelt2619]

Thank you so much.

[@nunyabiznez3128]

Dawn and Ben I had found your channel and binge watched all your videos and subscribed earlier this summer. I let you know then that it helped me distract me from my troubles. My dad, who was in a nursing home with Parkinson's for 2 years, had started to decline. He passed away on the 23 of August so I empathize with you. So thank you and Hope you have a lovely Christmas.

[@HeatherNaturaly]

It's been a hard year, all round. We have battled health issues. Hubby tried to die on me twice, this year. The mud and constant rain have been miserable. Please God, next year will be better for all of us. *Hugs Tight

[@wandakoehorst8734]

Guys, don't apologise. Sometimes life sucks. You've suffered major losses. You need time to grieve, to mourn, think about your losses. That takes time. So take your time. But most of all you are genuine, real, not orchestrated. We viewers will be there, stick to you both. Don't be ashamed for being a human being with real feelings.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Wanda, we hope you are well and had a lovely Christmas and new year. Thank you so much for such kind words and for sticking with us. 2025 is a better year, we can feel it. Happy new year to you and your family :-)

[@bobbiebrandel3152]

I am sure I speak for many.......we don't need a lot of personal details about you. We love you. It wouldn't make a difference. The videos you post have turned into my very own special treat on Sundays and I enjoy our "visits" via YT. No apologies or justification needed, thank you. We like you and are in here till the finish. If there is one. Hopefully not. Have a really good Christmas and I know everyone would join me in saying "Have a wonderful new year!"

[@philodowd8080]

❤

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Happy new year to you :-)

[@diyladyali1620]

Aw thanks for doing the video Ben and Dawn. It was clearly difficult for you (especially Ben), but you are so blessed having each other for support. I do feel like I was sitting at your table with you guys tonight! In your wonderful cosy home. Remember, anyone can have a house, a flash house full of top of the range items, but that doesn’t make it a home. What you have is a home, full of love, hard work and respect. I applaud you both for your sheer grit and determination to achieve what you have already. I know you will continue to create your lovely home next year. Thank you both for welcoming us KZbinrs into your lives. Total respect for you both 🤩

[@PeaceWorks108]

Well put.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

What lovely comments Ali (I am guessing Ali) thank you. It is nice to know people feel like you are with us as we chat and explain what we are doing or have done. You are right with a house not always being a home. Dawn thought she always wanted a new build house and in 2019 we ended up renting one. It was 18 months old when we moved in. It was super clean, everything was new but it never felt like home. Our two rentals before that were our home. A very old 2 bed cottage back in 2002 and then a 60's build in 2005 - 2019. Even here, we sat in the kitchen July 2023 with the old tatty table that was already here with nothing else around us except a camping stove and washing up bowl and we both said how it just felt right, it felt like home. As time has passed we have done the massive jobs, but it is sometimes the small ones, like restoring the fire surround, getting the house warm, the new (old) front door, it feels more and more like exactly what we both dreamed of and aim towards. Our Home. Thank you so much. Happy new year to you :-)

[@elkerwin]

I’m more skint than I’ve ever been as an adult, I totally get it. I’ve never given money like this before, but I love you guys and wanted to represent the silent poor masses who are here for in spirit all the way - I especially love Dawn in her eight holes doing the liming. I think we’re the same era - except as a young adult my Docs were on the streets of Minneapolis. You’re living a dream and inspiring me to dream of what can be possible. We have an Airbnb and it’s what’s keeping us afloat - I’d highly recommend trying to build a tiny house or something in your back garden - you could crowd fund for it or for materials. I’d totally contribute what I could and come to stay. 😊 Merry Christmas from Madison, WI, USA. As for being stuck, watching you keep going in relatively tedious pursuits inspires me immensely. I’m still recovering from losses that started 15 years ago and you guys are helping me move forward. I haven’t commented in part because I can’t contribute monetarily at all, but your are my favorite of the reno vlogs. Mainly, because you don’t pretend and because I think we would absolutely be friends in real life. ❤️ Keep hanging on. Every little bit moves you forward. You guys are living in the house and are warm and dry - which puts you way ahead of some of the others, plus you aren’t using your house as an outer shell around a new build. Anyway, I’m just babbling at this point, but don’t ever change. Seriously. Merry Christmas!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much, that truly means so much to us especially with you being skint too. It’s hard going at times isn’t it? We’ve lived it many times throughout our life together so it’s something we are pretty used to by now lol. Don’t worry about the babbling because we are huge fans of babbling on ourselves! 😂 Ooh yes, I love my Docs. I always wanted them when I was younger but it took me until about 40 for my first pair and now 12 years later I have 4 pairs! Kill your feet breaking them in but worth it! Hahaha. I’m glad we inspire you and we pinch ourselves with how lucky we are just to be doing this even with it not being the easiest at times. It’s still the best move we ever made. Ahh yes we lived in a new build rented house before this one and a new build is most definitely not what we are aiming for. We bought it for its beauty and we just plan to give it some tlc rather than change it drastically. It would feel wrong with new build looks inside. Thanks again for your kind gift and if we could refund your accidental double press we would love to but KZbin doesn’t give a way of doing it unfortunately. Sorry ♥️

[@elkerwin]

@@thecornerhouseprojectno need! I’m happy for you to have it. Merry Christmas!

[@tammyfleming6428]

Goodness me, no apologies necessary. The videos are wonderful. And you have accomplished a ton. Life happens and derails us all. It’s expected. And we are definitely sticking around. Your home looks warm and welcoming. I can’t wait to see the progress in the new year. Much love and good vibes for your future. Happy holidays to all.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much Tammy. Your words echo so many others and we are very humbled by everyone's comments, support and how much love we really feel from you all. Thank you and happy new year :-)

[@irishgranny23]

Dawn and Ben, you have achieved so much this past year. It hasn't been easy for you. Please, God, 2025 is a better year for all of us. We all believe in you ❤

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much Irish Granny, that is such a kind thing to say. Happy new year :-)

[@tracybush8115]

Ben and Dawn, you never need to explain why The Corner House Project halts or speeds ahead. I enjoy watching all the tasks there are to rebuilding and maintaining this lovely old property and house, whether it's filling the bird feeders or putting in new upstairs joists and noggins (remember us joking about your noggins Ben?) Several of the channels I watch are not rich folks, in fact, to be honest, I couldn't relate to a channel with people who have an endless flow of cash. I love the idea of regular, everyday people buying up these old places, putting all their love into them, for as long as it takes, to make them a "home" again. Part of the beauty of you guys is that you're so relatable and real. In the short time you've had this house, you've done so much to it - be proud. You guys have had a rough few months and I pray your strength continues, 2025 WILL be better. Ben, once again as you speak about your dad, I get the impression that you really admired and respected him. Hold onto that gift, believe me, not everyone says the word "Dad" with such affection. Have a tremendous Christmas and all the very best in 2025. Love to the furballs!

[@sonialightfoot5562]

Personal life always comes first. Not to worry about trying to satisfy viewers. We, who care, totally understand. You are a lovely couple. I absolutely appreciate you taking us along on your very challenging journey. Your house looks lovely, full of love and caring too. Love the chats. : ) Thoughts and hugs. 🎶💖🌲🎶⛄️🎶💖🎶

[@thecornerhouseproject]

It is so hard to reply to some comments Sonia to say what an uplifting feeling it is to have so many people, like you, feel like you do towards us. A simple thank you never seems enough but Thank You :-) Have a very happy new year

[@meredythrochman8941]

Ben and Dawn…go easy on yourselves! You have had a helluva year, and we wish we could make it easier for you.. Please know that we are with you, always , no matter what you are or are not doing! Enjoy your holidays with the family, That is much more important. You will recharge as we all do when the sun comes out in spring. You have done amazingly. Be proud of what you have accomplished despite the odds. I feel you are my friends that I spend Sunday mornings with, not just entertainment. Sending you hugs during this difficult holiday season. I lost my son in 2015, and it still aches. Cry, don’t worry…we all do it. Here’s to a fresh New Year filled with love. Your friend on the far side of Canada

[@thecornerhouseproject]

"and we wish we could make it easier for you"....... And we wish we could let you know just how much everyone's comments do help and make things easier. This video, although I broke half way through, was to everyone, like you, to thank you for sticking with us no matter what. We predicted how many views it would get and those are from people who watch for everything we do and not just one part of the renovation. It is really hard to type and put into words but hopefully you get my drift. It is our thank you to you, and your comments really do make it easier. Enough waffle..... Happy New Year Meredy and thank you so much :-)

[@rmd3677]

Happy Christmas Dawn and Ben. Pëease remember that life gets in the way while we are making other plans. Your dad's passing and your mums illness are more important than plans you had made so do not apologise for that delay. Remember you are builing a life which includes the house. The house supports your life not the other way round. You are still here after all that has happened and that is a great achievement.

[@Jayling]

A very wonderful Christmas to your lovely family, Dawn & Ben. :)

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Oh my goodness!!! Thank you so so very much, that it sooo kind of you it really is. We have been completely overwhelmed with your generosity! We hope you have a very wonderful Christmas too! Thank you again!🎄

[@Jayling]

@@thecornerhouseproject Much love to you across the great big 'pond' separating us!

[@heather1387]

The point is “all that you got done” with what life has thrown at you. Congratulations on a successful year.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

You are absolutely right Heather, thank you very much. Happy new year :-)

[@Prel8]

Hello Ben and Dawn. What you're experiencing is called life. It happens to all of us, in one form or another, I can tell you that you are doing great with it. Just do what you can do, when you feel that you can do it. You're only working on your own timetable. Things will turn around for you. There will be times of mad activity and then other times where it's not so frantic. Keep well, we're here with you.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

D.R. Magee..... again your comments are always so nice to read (everyone's are) but some hit the nail right on the head. This one is no exception. Haha, just made myself smile with "hit the nail on the head".... quite fitting for the stuff we are doing. No pun was intended, but made me smile all the same. Happy new year to you and yours :-)

[@ionamaclean2698]

I've just found you and love what you're doing. I lost my dad to a stroke in 2021, then lost mum to dementia in 2023 after caring for her following dad's passing and I know exactly how you feel and how raw it is for you. You had me crying for you just now. Bless you both, you're fantastic people and I know your home will look absolutely gorgeous bit by bit. Life has been really gritty and hard this year but take comfort in knowing there's a team of people cheerleading you on. xx

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Sorry we made you cry Iona, I get like that at the moment, sometimes just a thought I may have and my eyes well up. But time will pass and things will be better. 2025 is here now, a new year and we can carry on. Happy new year to you and thank you :-)

[@ruthsprik6251]

Dear sweet Ben and Dawn. No apologies. Sometimes life has other plans. We watch your vlogs not because what you achieve in renovations but how you two work together to make your dreams come true. And it is a joy to watch. Keep up the good work. We will keep watching you on YT. All the best for 2025 and Merry Christmas

[@angelat4]

I enjoy watching your journey, I renovate myself on a very small budget, so I totally get that. I am so sorry for your loss! Wish you all the best for the next year!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

It is hard Angela with a small or no budget isn't it. For us, we are happy because we finally own our own house together, 20 years of renting is a long time. Yes we have a "bit" of decorating to do, but we are happy to except that. As you know though, sometimes it gets you down, but we will get there in the end. Happy new year to you and all the very best :-)

[@soniaclarke1171]

What is so lovely about your videos is, you are two ordinary people who are following their dream. I am 76 and sadly though I bourght an old property some years ago and have done quite a bit of DIY myself, it sometimes needs another to help. Death in the family is hard. By the time I was 30 both my parents had died of cancer. So keep on going, be your natural selves and i look forward to what you do in the coming year. God bless you both.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Sonia, thank you for your lovely words. We are ordinary people and never would we have guessed that so many people like you would be invested in our dream and it is incredible. I see myself as very lucky to be 50 before losing a parent. I knew the day would come with dad having Alzheimer's but just wasn't expecting it when it happened. We have our plans for the start of the year and hopefully we can get them done. Thank you again Sonia. Happy new year :-)

[@sheilalenkman6658]

I watch a lot of these reno videos. Ive noticed that many of your audience are older, stuck at home, disabled, etc and are unable to travel. One of the ways you can keep connecting to your viewers and keep the YT money coming is to occasionally do a quick video of a trip to a local site of interest, a walk through the fields, a market, etc. I live in the midwest US and would love to see the world through your lens occasionally. What you see as ordinary to us can be quite interesting. You don't have to always swing a hammer or heft a stone. I hope your 2025 is a better year for you!

[@carolwoodward6141]

Not to fret. All houses need work all the time and just love you two holding hands during the hard bits. Life happens.

[@aedwards4428]

Poor Ben😢...Christmas can also be very emotional because of our loved ones are no longer here with us. I'll always be watching your videos whatever the content. Your just lovely people,hope you have a lovely Christmas, onwards n upwards for 2025. ❤😊

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much for your lovely comments. Have a very happy new year :-)

[@kimrafferty7170]

Ben and Dawn you have absolutely nothing to apologise for, you have done so much outside this year, all work that needed doing and unless you have 48 hours in a day there is no way on earth that you can renovate the house as well as all the work you have done outside and my goodness you worked in the most awful weather, although I have no right I am so very proud of you both. The second half of the year was an extremely hard year for you both, losing someone you love hurts and until others experience that kind of loss it is hard to understand but it hurts physically as well as mentally, I still suffer over the loss of my Dad, he died on the 19th December 1996 age 58, I hide on the 19th but I continue with Christmas because he loved Christmas and I feel he is closer with me every year, it will be harder at this time of year and it is much better for you to let your emotions out otherwise it will eat you up over time, I cried with you Ben ❤ Also thank you for introducing your lovely mum to us, I hope all of your family have the best Christmas possible and a much better 2025. I am a devoted subscriber and I thank Billy for putting your channel link in one of his videos and I love all of your videos and I look forward all week to the new video being put up. Thank you both for allowing us to share your wonderful journey in The Corner House. I wish you both and your family a warm and comfortable Christmas and I will definitely be waiting for your next video. Sending you both much love and hugs and also the kitty cats xxxxxx ❤❤

[@thecornerhouseproject]

People write such lovely comments Kim and you are certainly one of them. As we sit here and start replying, we wonder how we can reply with such kind words that our comments send to us each and every week. I must admit I wasn't ready for my Dad to pass away when he did but because he saved it until his birthday we decided we would call the 12th August "Dad's Day" so we get to celebrate his birthday and not be sad (we will see how the not being sad goes next year haha) We want you to know that you are often mentioned in our house Kim with endearment and when I said we are talking to you, we really are. Have a lovely Christmas Kim there in sunny Kent. xxx

[@girlnorthof60]

Hi @kimrafferty7170 👋😁Patricia here. Thank you so much for the heads-up about this channel. I can see why you love Ben & Dawn so much, what a sweet, genuine, down-to-earth couple. Thank you again for spreading the word. Best wishes from Canada 💖x

[@kimrafferty7170]

@@girlnorthof60 Hi Patricia, thank you for trusting me enough to watch Ben and Dawn on their adventures. I have to totally agree that they are genuine lovely people. Love from Kent England ❤️

[@neutonrenda2303]

You guys feel more like extended family to me, I'm in for the long term and I enjoy following your journey, not just renovations. I hope that next year is going to be a great year for you and I'll be watching and commenting as I do. I got a huge lump in my throat watching this one. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year's, with family and friends. 🎄❤️

[@thecornerhouseproject]

It is funny, we always know when you have commented but also know when you are missing and always hope that everything is fine with you. Sorry about the lump in your throat, it wasn't intended, it just comes and goes.... all of these beautiful comments have stopped me in my tracks a few times as I read them, everyone is so nice and you and they are who this video was for, just our way to say thank you. We will continue to look out for your comments and will still hope everything is fine when we haven't heard from you for a couple of days. Have a joyous Christmas Neuton and we will see you soon. xx

[@catherinemorrow6596]

You're doing just fine. Have a rest. Trying to enjoy the process is important - there is no end. I've been renovating at snails'' pace for ever ! I know the frustration of not having huge funds. And life frequently gets in the way. So you get bursts of energy and enthusiasm between plateaus where you are forced to go slowly. But that's a fine, lovely, house anyway :Shabby chic !

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Catherine. Thank you for your words from experience. Although there is no timescale for us, we hope to be done sooner than later so we can enjoy it all. Christmas has been lovely as the wood burning stoves make the world of difference with how the house feels and soon we can start on the other bits that need doing. Shabby Chic is just fine, we will take that. People pay good money for the "distressed" look, ours was free haha. Have a very happy new year :-)

[@seanpyke8553]

You did 6 weeks of the garden! Dawn saved the building gable from falling into the road! You have fixed the heating and the stoves and ensured the water supply for the house! Life, and death, happens sometimes and you have both dealt with it and moved on. You are all doing a very good job. We are moving in the same direction as you both with our own renovation and you are an inspiration to all of us. Merry Christmas and enjoy your few days together.

[@debbiesmith1626]

Bless you all. Felt I was sitting at the table with you. Wishing you a merry Christmas, and a happy,healthy prosperous new year. Look forward to watching another year of your progress. X

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Debbie. We always have plenty of space at the table and the kettle is always on. You are always welcome :-) Thank you so much for watching and sticking with us. Happy new year to you :-)

[@lyndaf.6329]

You don’t need to apologise for anything, we are not here just for the renovation, we’re here for two wonderful people who have done their best despite all the problems and heartache this year. You are a joy to watch and I love the banter between you. Have a fantastic Christmas and whatever comes next year we’ll all be here cheering you on.😍

[@thecornerhouseproject]

I really don't know how we didn't see you when we were replying to all the other channel members first earlier in the week. Your comments are lovely, thank you so much We hope you had a lovely Christmas and new year and wish you all the very best ❤️

[@barbaranorman7212]

I watch several channels similar to yours and you've done just as well as most of them. Life happens and we have to adjust our plans. Don't beat yourself up. Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you Barbara. I think this video and then reading so many lovely comments was what was needed. Life does happen, sometimes sadly, but it does go on. We were down, but certainly not out :-) Have a very happy new year :-)

[@agnesgosling3347]

Remember the good family times and we will be here for all and any future developments.Hope you have a lovely Christmas and see you both in 2025.🎄🍾🎄.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you 🥰

[@brendagillespie2165]

Never once did I feel I was wasting my time looking at any of your videos. I have always looked forward to your videos in fact. You all have made me feel like we are long distance friends. At my age I can no longer do the things you all do but I can enjoy watching you accomplish the things you do. I watch other videos of people restoring their homes and a few of them I noticed have accounts with building material supply places or Amazon that viewers can contribute to. I know if y’all set those up we your viewers would gladly contribute to them. Maybe something to consider. It would make us feel like we are even more a part of your journey. My husband and I were touched by Ben missing his dad and sharing his grief. We both have lost our dads. Thank you for sharing your videos and I hope y’all continue to do so.

[@coby6417]

So true💐

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Here is my favourite Nana, but never "Just Nana". We feel so many viewers who comment have become "friends" and as I said in the video, we can name everyone who regularly comments and often talk about you all behind your backs, it is always nice though. We always look forwards to reading all of your comments. We hear what you are saying with an Amazon Wish List and will certainly consider it Brenda, thank you for bring this idea up again. We hope you, your husband and family have a lovely Christmas from our house to yours. Thank you so much for being a channel member :-) xxx

[@mikhailovagalina8941]

Здравствуйте, я совершенно не знаю английского языка, но мне очень нравится вас смотреть. И очень хочется увидеть финал вашего ремонта. Счастья вам в удачи в новом году.

[@perranmaid]

Thank you for this last year. I have loved the gentleness and warmth from you both. Definitely my type of people. God Bless you all. Have a wonderful Christmas and a great new year. Looking forward to 2025

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much, not only for the super thanks but also for your lovely kind words. It honestly means so much to us. We hope you have a lovely Christmas too and an equally great New Year too. ♥️

[@SandraChaplin-e9r]

We will all be here supporting you wholeheartedly next year. I can’t believe what you have achieved since you moved to the Corner House.You work all the time and are a constant inspiration. ❤

[@gisellecarlow]

When I watch your videos I always feel that we are friends. I watch many "Chateau " type videos but most do not provide that feeling of home that you both provide. You are both so real and forthcoming. Whether you are puttering around or working intensely on renovations, I enjoy it all. Your losses were heartbreaking. No need to apologize at all for not reaching your goals. Take your time, grieve.

[@Bramblecottageuk]

Dear Ben and Dawn, You shouldn't be apologising, you should be proud of what you've achieved so far. It's so easy to focus on what you haven't achieved instead of acknowledging all those "minor" renovation challenges you have overcome in the last year. I would guess that almost every day you are faced with some new task that's too small to put into a KZbin video, but these tasks invariably cost a few € and take an hour or so get done. There's nothing I can say to ease the personal pain you must be feeling, but I can say that your courage helps inspire me with my renovation project and (based on other comments I have read) many others around the world. I wish you all the best for 2025! Rich

[@ggayle_45]

I had my coffee with you both this morning well 6am for me,sometimes in life you get to see genuine real good people that is both of you. The respect you both have for each other is so special to see, I wish you a Merry Christmas full of all the good things in life. From the first moment you walked into the house, to seeing you there with coffee and Chrissy decorations what a journey and adventure we are on. x

[@pinkpyjamas-ey6rw]

You have to put yourselves first now; the shock of bereavement can never be underestimated and comes in seemingly never-ending waves. You've done so much in such a short time and you've had so much to cope with. May I wish you a Merry Christmas and I hope that 2025 brings you all the love and luck you could wish for. God Bless you and carry you through bereavement, I hope your hearts heal soon. xx

[@ElizabethAdams-Marks]

Family should always come first. Please don't feel that you have to keep us entertained. It is understandable that you want to get on with the remodeling for yourselves and for the money KZbin brings in. But anyone who might complain has never rehabbed an old house and/or has no compassion. You two bring such calm and peace to your videos one stone, one small project at a time. It is a joy to be able to hang out with you. Blessings to you and yours, and Happy Christmas from SW Florida.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Elizabeth. A lot was disappointment that we hadn't got the things done that we had planned to do. Only bits of our plans. But it is a new year and hopefully a brighter year. Thank you for your lovely comments and happy new year to you :-)

[@iu.5146]

You are such lovely, warm and REAL people. As a single Mom with a tight budget I get your struggles. You make do with what you have and celebrate the small wins. Have a wonderful Christmas. May the new year bring you lots of good energy, health for your family and friends, good progress on your renovation and a big Lottery win.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Yes, we agree... the small wins are sometimes the largest. With cold weather coming, the "simple" job of restoring and putting in the two extra stoves is a massive win for us and has changed the feel of the house completely.... except our bedroom haha. We hope you had a lovely Christmas I U, and hope you have a very happy new year and a BIG lottery win for you too :-)

[@hmeyers5114]

IT DOES NOT LOOK GRIM!!!! It looks cozy and lived in and warm and full of love. 🏠 I am so, so sorry to hear about your family's loss of Mark and Carol, as well as Ben's dear Dad. And now to hear your dear Mum was ill as well. And then the car needed work, and you were both ill...I want to gather you both in my arms and just rock you. 💔 You kind of *have* done something huge. Removing that tree grown into the outbuilding, and doing all that mortaring and stabilizing while everything in your world was falling apart was heroic. The property looks great -it isn't dangerous! You have a roof, heat, water the kids and the kitties, the birds. And each other. Really, why else are you doing all of this? I'm pretty certain that there are plenty of us, including me, who like watching the people with $$$ get along with their projects, but most of us are like you and just doing what we can with what we have. We can relate to *you* and your brave dream. As long as you have some seeds you can do wonders in the garden, if nothing else. Food and beauty. We will watch that and be happy if you are happy. Next year has to be better - for all of us. Don't give up on your dreams, even if they take a bit longer. We won't give up on you. 💖

[@coby6417]

❤️💐

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Oh dear, we have been told off again by @hmeyers, no change there hahahaha. It amazes us how you seem to be able to remember every little detail we have shown or mentioned in our videos and that means so much to us. You remember everything we have done, achieved and started / finished in the last 18 months.... my school report used to say "needs to pay more attention", I bet yours never said that haha. Your comments and emails, even the ones telling us off are always lovely and thank you so much for always being here with us. I would also like to say a huge thank you for the support you have sent us. Have a lovely Christmas hmeyers, you deserve it xx

[@hmeyers5114]

@@thecornerhouseproject I am pleased I can keep you on your toes! 🤣

[@Kar7411]

Been watching for ages,but never commented. Even without the Reno,s I enjoy your videos. Find them very comforting. So sorry for all your sorrows this year, hopefully 2025 will be kinder. Xx

[@jackie4286]

Dawn fixed the gable end, That was a massive achievement. It doesn't matter about what you might have done if the sad things hadn't happened, we are glad to see you. and Ben fixed the fireplaces which made a huge difference. I wish you a much better year next year.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

You are quite right Jackie and since this video, our 18 month restoration timelapse has been put up. Making this made us realise that although the last 5 months were slow, the things we got done were just as important as the first 13 months. Many thanks for commenting. Happy new year to you and all the very best for 2025

[@carol-annwelch5928]

You are both doing fine, we all wing it..and life will be better. Everyone needs to hibernate and regroup. Just enjoy what you have accomplished so far. Happy Christmas and New Year.

[@lindacapen500]

Oh my goodness. You two have just touched my heart. Don't ever apologize being a real human and having emotions. I am so sorry for the losses you have suffered and send you love and peace from my heart. Keep doing what you are and never worry. I like the honesty and down to earth realness. It is comforting to watch. Much love from North Georgia, USA.

[@MaureenMcm]

OMFG, this had me in bits😢. We don't care about renovation we just love you guys . Waffle and talk about anything you want, it's like having a cup of tea with lovely friends. We want more of anything 😂. Christmas always makes loss really hard, trust me I know only too well. I don't know if you believe in a higher power and even if don't, pop into a church and light a remembrance candle to those who are not with you, it will give you a sense of peace as it's something you can do for them. Have a lovely Christmas and prayers and best wishes being sent up for you to have the most awesome 2025.❤❤❤❤❤

[@benedictmarshall7031]

Having witnessed my brother-in-law renovating and extending my parents old home for three years - whilst living with my sister and two kids in a caravan in the back garden - I know how tough it is. Keep strong, but remember to take breaks from time to time to recover and take stock. Astonishing work.

[@CindyKison]

You two are wonderful and I appreciate how you invite us into your life. Life happens and it can be so hard sometimes but you have each other and are working on making your dream a reality. And, like you remind yourselves, you’re not on a timeline which allows you to enjoy your journey a little bit more. You’re home feels warm and festive for the season. Have a wonderful Christmas!🎄

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Cindy. Thank you so much for such lovely comments. With the new year things will be better, the days will be getting longer, the trees will wake up and we will be in the mood for getting things done. Having so many lovely commenters and channel members certainly help during our sad times and we are more than happy to share our goings on each week. The house is, generally, lovely and warm, sometimes too warm, even for me. It feels dryer and more comfortable and we really can't wait to carry on after Christmas and the new year. Have a lovely Christmas Cindy and thank you so much for being one of our channel members xxx

[@WildBoreWoodWind]

Guys, this renovation is a marathon, not a sprint, I think you've done brilliantly, don't be so hard on yourselves, especially, since you've had a really hard year, with all your losses. Take time for yourselves and your family, recharge your yourselves, for next year. Nollaig Shona daoibh go leir.🎄🎅👍👍

[@thecornerhouseproject]

You are right Phil, we just feel like the last 5 months were really against us with any real progress. 2025 will be better. Hope you had a nice Christmas and have a very happy new year :-)

[@scrappysoulsister]

Prayers for a happy, healthy and healing 2025 ❤ just keep plugging along and doing what you can when you can, your fans will be here Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ❤

[@allantavener7378]

I love watching your vlogs they are honest and show the good, the bad and the downright ugly, you two are probably the most down to earth lovely couple to watch, and the cake from Lucas to his mum had me in floods of tears, such a lovely personal moment. Ben you come across as a diamond geezer, you care about your family and you've had a rough few months, i'd like to tell you it gets easier and it does, but, there will always be a moment, a song, a tv show, a joke that reminds you of those that have left your mortal plane, but they are still in your heart, hold them close. Have a Great Christmas and a Better New Year and take your time enjoy the process of bringing a dilapidated old ruin back to life, for your family. Best Wishes to you all, and see you next Sunday x P.S. you can't beat a good cry Ben

[@Michael-gm6ly]

How kind of you to share, your life, your grief, and your love for each other. You feel like old friends

[@jillbeechey4453]

You have done a great job so far and I look forward to spending 2025 with you. Remember all the good times with your family and friends. Sending you both Lots of Love and the very best wishes for Christmas. 🎄 ❤ 🇨🇦

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much Jill. We are looking forwards to 2025 too. There is a lot to be done... but we will get there. Happy new year :-)

[@lynnwirth8665]

Wishing you a Happy Christmas and blessed 2025.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you 🥰

[@laurienoca]

So sorry for your loss. Just stumbled across your channel on New Year's Eve. Wishing you all the best for 2025. Cheers, Laurie from northern California, U.S.A

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Good morning Laurie. Welcome to The Corner House and I must say what a way to make an entrance. Thank you so much for your support, this is so kind of you for only just getting here. It has been a busy 18 months with a few setbacks but lots is planned for 2025. Now we just need to get going and make a start. Happy new year to you and all the best for 2025 :-)

[@elishevapinsky]

I can only speak for myself when I say that I admire the leap you took to own a home of your own, and have enjoyed and cheered you on as you amaze me with the tenacity displayed by each of you to finish each task. That being said, the joyful part is the evidence of your comraderie and love for each other that shines through in each episode...it is a respite to see such a nice relationship. Have a merry Xmas and may the new year bring you continued happiness, health and wealth in abundance! Both financially and in those things that are priceless!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Sometime we get comments, like yours, and no matter what I type, it never seems be enough in reply to such kind words. I feel very lucky to have Dawn and we both feel lucky to have had the chance to buy our own house. It needs a bit of paint here and there, but it is ours. We love it and wouldn't change it for the world. Thank you so much for a lovely comment. Have a very happy new year :-)

[@SerendipitySharon]

Ben and Dawn, keep being you. You both need to let in that people watch because of who you are, so lovable and worthy of support. Love you both sitting holding hands at the table, its like Im visiting neighbours. Its obvious that you're winging it and that's how most of us do such renos and live our lives. People are willing to support you both more than you think, might be time to give us some ways to do so. That birdhouse with the face on it, would make a great etching Ed, you could sell just the etching and let people build a birdhouse from there. The fact that you are feeding birds, especially sunflower seeds, tells us where your priorities/lifestyle are, I know I feed birds as well and it adds up. Please check out Seán Ronayne | Irish Wildlife Sounds he's amazing and saving Irish birds wholeheartedly. So its time to open to receiving more than enough and that can be challenging but doable :) My last suggestion is focus on a project, let us know what supplies you need and go from there.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Sharon, your comments are always so kind and we always look forwards to reading them, you always have nice suggestions and we feel we know you as we hope you feel you know us. Dawn was only saying this morning how lovely it is to have all of the birds back again. We can see them through the kitchen window and are just above them from the bedroom window, we could watch them for house. You may have noticed we aren't the best for asking for help but will consider a wish list or Patreon in the future. One comment suggested a go fund me for a water well, this would mean no more worrying and constantly watching the water levels. So we that may happen in the future. Thank you so much Sharon for always being with us and for being not only a channel member, but our first and longest channel member. Have a lovely Christmas xxx

[@followeroftheway9861]

I’d like you to know I have watched you almost from the beginning. I have not missed one episode. I love your honesty and my sincere sympathy on your loss. May Jesus, whose birth we celebrate , bless you richly in the coming year. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🇨🇦

[@lojo8543]

Thanks from eagle river alaska, for the good videos each Sunday. Your world is so different than mine, I really enjoy seeing the cats and bird feeders especially ❤

[@LittleChena]

Hi neighbor. I’m live in Goldstream. So nice that I’m not alone watching videos from those two, coming from Alaska!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much! The cats like seeing the bird feeders too 😉 thank you for your very generous and kind super thanks and also for your lovely words too. I know Alaska is a very large place but we always enjoy watching GoldRush on discovery channel so we know from that programme the terrain is very different to ours. I googled both your areas and it sure gets chilly in the gold stream area! 🥶

[@Redtop1965]

You've had a tough year, and it is still fresh, but you've managed to keep it interesting and entertaining.

[@sheilastedmon5122]

Hi Ben and Dawn. I look forward to Sundays, I don't mind if it's a chat, a bit of DIY or building a wall. I enjoy it all. The two of you are just like the rest of us who watch your videos. We are just getting on with life and dealing with what it brings to our door. We'll keep watching. I hope you are happy you came to Ireland because we are glad to have you here. I know money can be tight but having enough to pay the bills and put food on the table will do for now and hopefully the New Year will bring something new and welcome. I've just watched this weeks video and am now going to have my tea. I'm going to put the video on again, put it on mute and let it run fully. I don't know if that helps with youtube. I'll give it a go anyway. I'd like to wish you and your family a lovely Christmas and a safe, healthy and happy New Year.

[@hilaryharris6345]

Hi Dawn and Ben I was very sad to hear what you have both been coping with. Grief is exhausting and comes back and hits you again and again in huge waves. It is a process you just have to grit your teeth and live through but you will come out the other side. Once Spring has started to come into your garden and your trees are flowering again you will feel stronger and ready to press on. You might even feel like getting back up that ladder Ben and adjusting that plastic guttering! But in the meantime rest and enjoy a cosy Christmas in your lovely home knowing that there are many of us wishing you well. Happy Christmas to you both and Lukas from Hampshire UK

[@Rebeca-sd1md]

Ben, bless your heart. We can tell you're still hurting a lot. You’re lucky to have Down by your side supporting you emotionally. You're doing as much as you can do at the moment. May 2025 bring more joy into your lives and many more projects to keep you busy. Little by little, you're getting there. Happy Xmas ❤

[@ericwynne1560]

Happy Christmas to you both,you have earned a good rest and to sit back and enjoy your progress and skill learned.Slow and steady is the way to go…you will appreciate your brilliant home all the more. Love following you as do many more and we’ll all be here no matter what. Take good care!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you so much Eric. Slow and steady it will be haha. Happy new year to you and yours :-)

[@bilbulbabe]

One day at a time guys. Life is for living every day. Progress will happen when it’s ready for both of you. Enjoy the process. We will be here for all of it - warts and all! Chins up and keep optimistic.

[@ritas8088]

No explanation necessary, grief is grief somedays are harder than others. we all need a good waffle every now and then. Have a lovely christmas .

[@thecornerhouseproject]

We do like a waffle Rita if you hadn't noticed haha. Happy new year to you :-)

[@ritas8088]

@thecornerhouseproject happy New Year

[@judithmoyle9101]

Wow- you guys are just sharing yourselves along what is a typical ‘tough life’ journey that so many of us go through! For those others of us who ARE going through really tough times, it is just lovely to be able to be invited in to the home and life of someone else on the other side of the world, who is doing life just like us! We feel for you and feel with you that sense of just out of the blue being bowled over by sudden sadness and tragedy, and then tumbled along with one after another shock or challenge! For us, being able to shift our focus off ourselves and onto your journey, it is encouraging as well as comforting to know we can be resilient and survive no matter what is tossed at you. We hope that maybe now you have sat down to share this it will be encouraging and comforting to hear back, that we love you and we DO feel like you are talking to us- your world wide family! So from Australia, Hugs and prayers🥰🙏🏻 for you to find peace and comfort in your love for each other and your family, as you snuggle down to celebrate Christmas and hope for a better and brighter New Year! The house, after all, whether it is finished or not, is your beautiful home, and all those tasks ahead will be even the more joyous to turn back to, in their own time, as a means of healing and restoration of yourselves. So rest and relax, we are not going anywhere! ❤❤❤❤

[@coby6417]

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[@thecornerhouseproject]

If it wasn't for the tears in my eyes your comments have brought Judith my reply would be much longer. It is hard to type when you can't see. The tears are because we have so many lovely watchers who can see a video like this one and put all of our feelings into words. A simple thank you on camera doesn't portray how we feel about you all and can also seem cheesy and not heart felt. You all know who the video was made for and this is why we have so many comments to reply to, replying to so many lovely people, like you. Thank you so much Judith and happy new year to you ❤️🍷

[@janscorza7549]

Always remember, slow and steady wins the race! You go at the pace that feels right for you. Have a merry Christmas!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Have a very happy new year Jan and thank you so much :-)

[@Maddychrisbee]

Christine here, you have done so well under the circumstances. Hope you have a Merry Christmas and can relax a little! Hugs xx

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Christine. Thank you very much, it has been a trying 5 months. A new year though so there is only forwards :-) Happy new year :-)

[@JayneBennett-d8c]

I will always watch you what ever . I love watching you I wait every week to watch the next program, so enjoy your Christmas and New year as much as you can I’m sure everyone will be waiting to watch you when you’re ready . It has been a upsetting time for you we all understand x

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank Jayne, that means a lot for us to hear that. Happy New Year to you 😊♥️

[@chisamosa]

I do (perhaps foolishly🤪) think of you as friends. I love your attitude, the banter, the nonsense, all of it. I don’t really care if you get stuff done, I just like to hear from you. It does help when Steve, Alan, and even Bruce make an appearance😂 Merry Christmas to you 🎄

[@jeanrichardson2044]

Every renovation has unexpected costs, and your renovation was greater than most. I can see that it feels like you have not achieved much, but your progress has actually been amazing. You are no longer living in a tent! The other thing is, I live in a wet country, but sometimes it seems that Ireland never has a fine, warm day, and its pretty hard to do outside things clad in coats, hats, gloves, boots and feeling like one will freeze to death. Wishing you both a lovely Christmas, and a busy, prosperous New Year.

[@MrSkunky2009]

We have to reach out and say... "How remarkable a story so far !!!" Anne-Marie & Myself are so in love with the aspects of what you ar2 doing...Maybe we could not maybe do the level you have attempted so far but "Wow" Loving every minute watching and engaging your Amazing journey so far.... A Wish that for all that has happened will inspire you to continue making your forever home... Rob & Anne-Marie ...."Should you ever need some individual music... It`s what I do... !!! Nothing just a good old fashioned share is all I ask... Well done !!! New fans Indeed !!! And your personalities shine through !!! xx

[@inkenvonkrohn7445]

Thank you so much for taking us with you on your wonderful journey. Greetings and love from Lübeck at the Baltic Sea. I learned a lot about patience, stamina and appreciation between a couple! Again Thank you

[@janreynolds2476]

Love your trees. You know the old saying, "If you want God to laugh, tell him your plans." You have to roll with the punches 😊❤

[@10928rob]

I feel for you, Ben. Sometimes, life gets very hard going. Mate, and remember, it's a way of life, not a race. Bless you and Dawn, you are always in our thoughts, xxx♥♥♥

[@siobhanm717]

A house like this is a commitment. You are absolutely right to live in it as you renovate it, see how it works for you and how you live in it Better to do it once, slowly and carefully now than to make mistakes and have to do it again!

[@janiceraymond9811]

I don't normally comment on you tube but my heart goes out to you both, the loss of a parent is one of life's worst moments. But to have the year you had, would have been devastating. Gather family around you this Christmas eat drink and be Merry, may 2025 bring you both Joy and Happiness. Looking forward to joining you both andfollowing your journey next year. Merry Christmas Dawn, Ben and family 🎄

[@oliviagarrett3925]

You guys are the strongest mentally and physically people I’ve seen. I am so sorry and I hope the house can be an outlet for your love and passion. I’m sure your lost loved one would be so proud of your character and work ethic because I am ❤

[@aprilriordan8202]

❤ grief is a process, the house and renovation will be there when you feel up to continuing it and we’ll still be here watching

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you April. Happy new year to you :-)

[@SweetOne.]

You did quite a lot more than you think. The main thing is taking care of family and you have had your share of trials this past year. Holiday's can be so hard for so many. Mum is in the hospital since Wednesday night and won't be home for Christmas. She was much better yesterday, I am feeling wore out after spending the most of the past 4 days with her (I've got the chills from running back and forth in the freezing cold and a bit of sore throat). Yesterday she was doing much better so I have stayed home today (I will probably go see her later if I start feeling better, I can go at any time, no set visitation hours for me). We still don't know 100% what is wrong so they are running tests and checking her medications and treating her for infection. The Doctors have said they are keeping her until they can figure out what is wrong. All our love from our family to yours. Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas!

[@colinchick2692]

It helps me that you are doing your renovation on a shoestring. I also do my improvements in the same way. Life gets in the way and you have to live with the renovation being not so far along as you expected (or hoped). But for me that makes things real and that is why I watch you. Have a great Christmas and wishing you all you wish yourselves in 2025.

[@willwoodvine143]

My heart goes out to you Ben, it really does. Grief and loss can have a massive impact in many ways, and it can affect you in ways you'd never think of. For different reasons, I've been affected similarly (2016 was our A.H.), and it broke me just over a year ago. Fortunately, like you, I have the support of a loving wife and family. Don't be afraid of seeking help from the medical profession, and seeing a therapist can make a huge difference - I'm a 50+ engineer, used to the practical with no time for nonsense, but I'll say it again - seek help if you need it, it WILL help. What has kept me here is you and Dawn, you are both genuine people with a dream that you are sharing with us all. You share your ups and downs in your renovations, and I think the majority of regular viewers understand the pace. Please don't compare yourselves to others, we're all here because of you two and the way you are approaching this whole project. Merry Christmas to you both, lets say bugger off 2024 and lets hope next year is a good one!

[@sharonschauer3257]

I understand Ben. I just lost my dad in October. Its not easy. I love your channel ! You two have made loads of progress from what it was at the beginning!

[@quaintlyso]

It does feel exactly like I stop in each Sunday to see what’s happening with the two of you. Please no apologies: I would much rather hear you both talk about a failed patch job than watch someone with loads of money whip up a sparkling new kitchen in an hour! You’re doing it as your life permits and I’m glad you’ve brought us along Most importantly, though: my heart goes out to you for all the loss you’ve seen this year. Winter is always a time for rest, and I feel you are needing it more than ever. May this be a season of peace for us all 💛

[@sherrygiambalvo2288]

Goodness, this video sure brought the feels. 🩷 Life happens, and you don't owe us any explanations. I'm so sorry for your losses. 💔 I've never, not once, watched one of your videos and thought you didn't accomplish enough. I'm in the USA and I'm just fascinated by your home and lifestyle. We just don't have these types of buildings. I love your "waffleing" and watch all your videos no matter the content. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Much love from Southern California! 🩷☀️

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Oh we can waffle Sherry hahahaha. It is a beautiful house and I think we are lucky with not really having been given any surprises. Everything was pretty much as expected, apart from the roof collapsing on the outbuilding and all the work it now needs. The rest is just a case of time. Thank you so much for your lovely comments and wish you all the best for 2025 :-)

[@effie924]

you are lovely people and have a warm hearted welcomeness to your videos. Merry Christmas Happy new year and thank you for having us in.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you Effie, so much. Have a happy new year :-)

[@franciscowashington2155]

Um feliz natal pra vocês todos aí 👏👏👏👍👍🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷💪💪

[@KoogieWest]

Stay strong, my heart goes out to you both. So nice to see the love between you. I love your truthfulness and normality. The house looks great, who cares about lose plaster. May you have a relaxing Christmas and a happier and productive new year. May all your geese be swans.

[@melanierawlings35]

Merry Christmas! I'm so glad to be part of your story. I am glad you took the time to do what you needed to do for your family. I'm sorry for your losses. I enjoy your channel and believe your content is better when you actually take the time to take care of what you need to when it comes up. You have done great!

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Aw Ben my heart goes out to you. It’s not easy losing the people you love. We all care about you both. You are only human at the end of the day. Take time to process your grief, we will understand.😊❤❤❤Dawn you are a pillar of strength to Ben, it’s lovely to see you comforting him. Your love shines through the lens. ❤❤❤

[@gerrydunne9674]

You two are a lovely genuine couple the fact you haven't got l Pots of money to spend makes you more relatable and we are rooting for you to achieve your dream

[@carolwoodward6141]

I watched this earlier and made comments, but this thumbnail popped up. Nothing went wrong. Life and family demanded your time, both of you. Give yourselves pats on the back for surviving and carrying on. Please have a pleasant holiday season. Enjoy each other.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

No, not wrong as such, just slow to what we had hoped for 2024. 2025 will be a good year with good progress.... they are hopes anyway. Let's see how it goes one job at a time. Thank you again for becoming a channel member and have a lovely Christmas x

[@tracybrown6207]

Hope you felt the massive group hug that most of us were sending you. I have loved watching you guys (as you know). I think I would watch you watching paint dry :) Have a blessed Christmas and New Year xx

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Tracy. Although we don't always answer the comments quickly, we always read them as they come in and I don't think massive hug covers it really. You think I cried in the video? That was nothing to what I was like when your comments were coming in. The video, as we said, was a huge thank you for those who we knew would watch no matter what it was about and everyone who are still watching, people like you. We were truly overwhelmed with the size of the hug and love all of you show us. So again, Thank you so much. Happy new year to you and your family :-)

[@our_lifeinireland]

Thinking of you Ben and sending a big hug, so glad you’ve got such a wonderful wife to take care of you! I love your videos and look forward to seeing you both every week and what you’ve been up to!

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hiya and thank you for the big hug. Dawn is great and although soppy, I wouldn't be without her, she looks after me well haha. Again, thank you so much for being a new channel member. It means a lot. If you are every over this way, give us a shout :-)

[@zlatahume3134]

We love you as you are, so do not apologise, you doing ok, let’s hope next year is better😊

[@Jayling]

Many thanks to both of you for sharing with us. Wishing you a much MUCH better New Year, but of course a wonderful Christmas also. Take care, Dawn & Ben. :)

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Jayling, thank you so much for becoming a channel member, not happy to just do that, you bought us coffee and gave us Super Thanks too, thank you so much indeed. The videos on your channel are lovely and I love how the ISS is just passing across without a mention. I have had my whole family in the UK outside at night looking at the ISS whilst all on WhatsApp getting excited that we saw it. I can't say why, but I just love seeing it when it passes over. Have a lovely Christmas in Ohio and we hope your weather is kind. Thank you again :-)

[@Jayling]

@@thecornerhouseproject That's so very kind of you. I hope you and yours have a lovely and safe, and warm, and rain free, Christmas also! :)

[@amyferguson6573]

I started watching your channel because you were renovating a cottage, I continue to watch your channel because of who you are. Your genuine nature does come across and I enjoy watching whatever the two of you are up to. I really enjoyed watching everything you’ve done no matter how big or small of a project. The gable end getting rebuilt was fun to watch and will look forward to seeing more repair work, by the way you’re very good at it. I’m so sorry your family went through so much this year so glad you didn’t have the added pressure of a grant that would have made things so much worse. I look forward to seeing what the two of you are up to each week but I’m not watching to see how “fast” you get something done and could care less. I watch because I’m rooting for you to get your house done whenever that is and grateful you let me come along and because I enjoy your videos. Thank you both ❤

[@joeyspesh7813]

I had honestly not noticed a downturn in productivity. You’ve done amazingly well to do what you have. I’ve culled a few KZbinrs from my list recently but it definitely wouldn’t be you! I’m sure the new year and spring time will refresh you and reframe everything. We all have summer and longer days to look forward to now. Merry Xmas to you both I hope it’s a cosy one.

[@OldLadyinUk]

Dawn ,Ben you are the most genuine people doing renovations, the amount you have achieved is incredible. Never apologies for mishaps and family. You are both emotionally strong and people who gravitate too❤, we will always be here and always support you. I wish you both and your family a happy Christmas and prosperous new year. Maria xxxxx🥳🥳🥳🤶🤶🤶🤶🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Thank you 🤩

[@alih5409]

I'm here for the longhaul with you guys I absolutely love watching anything you do. I live alone now the kids have fled the nest so I look forward to what feels like spending time with you and I appreciate it so much thank you both for sharing your life with us. I feel you pain ben going through it myself and it's very hard I know so lots of love and merry Christmas to you all ❤❤❤

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Hi Ali We do enough chatting that you don't need to be alone even though the kids have left home, find some of our "far to much" talking videos, we can talk your ears off haha. Next year will be better for us and hopefully you too Ali. Have a happy new year and thank you :-)