A quiet and simple life in the French countryside

Bonjour Everyone!
I was editing this video and trying to see what I was trying to share through all the footage and there was one word that came to mind: simplicity. Sharing my reflections with you in this video!
I am doing a Q&A video next week. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! Send an email to [e-mail] or comment on the post in the community tab. Or find me on Instagram!
Love,
Marloes
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www.lasourcebourgogne.fr
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www.marloeshalmans.com
My training business:
www.thehappyatworkagency.nl
All music via Epidemic Sound. You can use Shazam if you want to know the title and artist.

[@mikegeorge4538]

Don't ever worry about having something interesting to share. The music and the images of the countryside, along with your soft spoken narration are a treat to watch.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

[@kathleengilmartin1180]

Your home, garden and life is simply gorgeous! I'm writing this as I'm taking a break from a hectic morning working in the ICU. Watching this video has been the perfect calmness that I desperately needed. Thank you for opening your home knowing that this life is possible...

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you for being here!

[@evawood9655]

Yes!!! Another nurse, here... sounds like a lovely break with this video❤

[@denisehaddix6646]

You are a brave soul to pick up your life and move from your home country to another. That being said, France is beautiful. Your life there seems to be peaceful and beautiful as well. I would love to be there. I am in the United States in Ohio. I am retired now and my life is slower than it used to be. But I so want to go visit France. Thank you for sharing.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you for being here!

[@hervedupont6955]

Vous êtes à la retraite rien ne vous empêche de venir vous installer en France🤔

[@denisehaddix6646]

@@hervedupont6955 First I had to translate. Yes, I am retired. But I have several health issues that I am not sure that if I had a problem with my disease that I could get taken care of with the French healthcare system. It's something I would have to work out. But it is a very wonderful dream. At the very least, I want to come visit.

[@hervedupont6955]

@@denisehaddix6646 Hélas la vieillesse est un naufrage😞😟😖 soignez-vous BIEN denise et à bientôt en France.

[@denisehaddix6646]

@@hervedupont6955 Thank you, you take care of yourself also. And yes old age is not easy. But, I still try to garden and do the things that I like to do, I'm just slower.

[@mollydumas759]

I know how you feel living this peaceful life. At 75 I moved to Brittany in the Northwest of France to live like you a quiet life. I'm absolutely at peace now and enjoy my slow life. Thanks you for taking me to Beaune a town that I visited years ago and absolutely loved it.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks for being here!

[@mollydumas759]

@@FrenchCountryLife it's a pleasure💐

[@hervedupont6955]

Bjr, vous étiez ou avant.

[@vickiecorum322]

Your comment,”I am content with life” makes every posting a lesson for us. You have found your purpose. Thank you.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci 💜

[@maryschlotter108]

The reason why I come here to your channel is for the simplicity,the beauty and to dream. I’ve never been to France,though I long to. Your sense of seeking simplicity is I think what many of us strive for. I love my quiet , simple life that I have always sought . A few years back at the beginning of summer I thought this year I am having a simple summer, and I never looked back. I am so happy for you and that your parents visit often.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@MultiLizc]

You are living the dream. I am now retired and striving for that balance. I always enjoy my trips to the French countryside with you.

[@GWeldon]

Thank you sharing your beautiful journey with us, Marloes... So peaceful and soul-soothing!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@elle5031]

That is all I have ever wanted out of life...to live simply and quietly...........

[@teresataylor8267]

You bring such joy to me in your videos. The simple life you mention is what so many of us enjoy in our lives and to see it on video just solidifies life at its best, in my opinion. Thank you for sharing France and your life with us.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure! Thank you for being here!

[@Romualdomgn84]

Thank you for sharing your lovely simple life. Your videos make me feel calm, relaxed and distracted from reality.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

I am happy to hear this!

[@frenchfarmhouseflair]

The simple life in the French countryside is what so many of us crave. We get to enjoy it through watching your videos. Thank you for sharing with us! I loved the statue of the lady and the sheep in the shop.🐑

[@AnnaReid1950]

Marloes, everything you share with us is a feast for the eyes and ears. You bring a peace to my life that I cannot explain to anyone. I love seeing the animals and it is obvious that Tigrette has found contentment as well. Thank you for all that you do to bring us beautiful and quality content.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you

[@claudiamann7111]

Thank you for taking us along on these wonderful peaceful tours. I spied a few things that I liked at the brocante.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@lindagregoire8001]

The church bells grab my soul, you live a blessed life . Thank you for taking us along

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@Joanna-ks2xp]

You’re right….I really enjoy your Chanel because of the simple life you share with us. Thank you.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks for being here!

[@pattywethington3764]

Beautiful lifestyle. Your videos are so relaxing to watch, and your voice is so calming. Thank you.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

🙏

[@josephvargas6166]

une vie simple ce n'est pas si simple en vérité , c'est beaucoup de travail , de choix , d'expériences bonnes ou mauvaises mais souvent enrichissantes ...

[@FrenchCountryLife]

C'est très vrai! Je travaille plus (physiquement), mais j'adore!

[@isabellederisbourg5570]

Beaucoup de gens aimeraient être à votre place! Ce choix de vie est absolument fantastique et vous donne de belles satisfactions.. Une vie paisible n' a pas de prix .. merçi pour nous faire partager ces beaux moments..❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@MidwestGirl]

That was 'simply' lovely. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@jameswilliamson6665]

So beautiful! I love when you go into Beaune as we have wonderful memories of visiting there a few times. Also the countryside is just beautiful. You have created such a wonderful simple and intentional life.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@williamclarke2020]

So peaceful and beautiful. Your "wild flower" arrangement nearly made me cry and I'm an old Army guy. It takes an eye to make it look like that. I have heard it said that we work so we can do the things we enjoy. It seems you have found both. As a cook I marveled at your plates. Simple, delicious and beautiful. I am joyful that the time you now spend with your parents seems to be more precious. God willing I can make it to Burgundy to enjoy your hospitality. BTW, I have subscribed to your channel! A bien tôt, William

[@FrenchCountryLife]

We’d love to welcome you here! We’ll go pick wildflowers together and cook a meal together!

[@williamclarke2020]

@@FrenchCountryLife That would be an enormous joy!

[@clarefrenette9357]

Thank you for sharing your life journey with us. What a beautiful church you were in. A very beautiful peace came over me as you walked through it and your mom lit candles. So precious and blessed.

[@mjecheverria4197]

Hello from the south west of France..thank you for your videos Marloes.❤😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

💜

[@loiswyant2304]

I LOVE your channel. I’d love to have the recipe of the raspberry dessert you were making in this post! 😊

[@ushaagnes2014]

Greetings from India.Ancient churches and window panes..Am reminded of John Keats' poem,'The eve of St.Agnes'..love this beautiful countryside.You are blessed to live in the lap of Nature.

[@jeanmariemclain2836]

Everything is very lovely. I really like the old abandoned lane you walked with your parents. (And the coffee and pastries at the cafe!) Thanks for sharing.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@UGBruhn]

Oui, Leben wie Gott in Frankreich! Es ist wie in einem alten frz. Film. Gleich kommt Luis de Funes um die Ecke. Lg. from Germany! Ute 😊

[@dianawelch7923]

Thank you for taking me on your journey today. I enjoyed the lovely visit into Beaune. I wanted to be there and discover its heartbeat and be absorbed in the sights and smells of this quaint town.

[@alittlebitfrench2022]

You are living the life! Such a beautiful peek into your property and France, love it

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@coralgardiner6695]

Thank you for sharing your lovely home and life. It all looks so sublime

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@carolynlunel9382]

This video was exactly what I needed today.. so believe me, your beautiful simple life is much appreciated by many of us! ❤ Thank you for sharing with us!!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@loisyouings4745]

Have just joined you in your journey. Understand you and I to now appreciate the slow life. I live in a rural country Town on five acres I enjoy the wind, breeze through the trees and the birds. Look forward to your next story Beautiful lady. Oh I loved the country things in your shop especially the green glass coasters with farm animals. Bless you and your family x from Australia

[@FrenchCountryLife]

That sounds heavenly!

[@annettevankreij6701]

Dankjewel Marloes voor weer een rustig sfeer momentje in het Nederlandse gejaagde leven.💕.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

😊❤️

[@lindaryder5267]

It's just so lovely to escape from our busy lives and see how people follow their dreams in another Country. I love all the little things that bring you joy, hence they bring me Joy. You also inspire me to plant flowers for next summer as we are in winter just now. So too, your simple dishes inspire me to be more creative in the kitchen, so please keep doing what you are doing.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you for sharing that!

[@Neroli-Daydreaming-of-France]

Yes I love the quiet simplicity that you portray, and you do it so well. Wishing you all the best x

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@gonerustic]

My parents moved from Groningen to Canada as newlyweds and then to Tasmania with 6 kids. I love it here but I so enjoyed sharing your simple French life with you today. Thank you! 💕😊

[@kateredhead7334]

I am now in my 60s and I too seek a simple, quiet calm life. Time is precious and it is to be enjoyed in tiny drops of pleasure.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Agree!

[@Bonnieuxful]

The French countryside is beautiful. I find resting on the Sabbath Day to be a wonderful thing to do❣️God bless you all❣️🥰💕🙏🏻🙏🏻💕

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@nadiain755]

This is exactly why I love to watch your vlogs.

[@gunther13101]

I always enjoy your videos…..just the footage of the countryside, the quaint towns, the beautiful flowers and arrangements you make…..your sweet kitty….your home…..so peaceful to watch. Thank you💕💕

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you! Happy to be able to share all the beauty!

[@carolmartin4413]

Lovely portrayal of 'a day in the life...' . The French countryside is mesmerizing...much like our woods and paths and lakes here in Wisconsin. The scenery is not identical but the sense of peace in nature is. Thoroughly enjoyed. Best to you and your family, the cat, the cows and farmers! 😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@brittanyfreeman9101]

Late comment but I loved this video! The busier life seems to get the more I crave the simple things. The music and scenery in your videos bring me much peace and serenity. Thank you for sharing!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Happy to hear this!

[@davidmiller-br4bu]

You and your husband have created a little sea of tranquility… a place for the soul to heal 😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@kelliemarquet8518]

I love the clips of Beaune, when I visited there last September I was so in awe it was hard to take it all in. When you share I can go back and see it again....I had lunch at one of those restaurants. I can't wait to one day visit your vacation rental. Beaune and Burgundy have my Canadian heart.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Yes do come back! There’s so much to experience here!

[@samorayee420]

In my opinion you doing good job . Living in countryside is real life . We are living in fake place with tons of tons crime noise ambulances vehicles. Small farm countryside can make beautiful life ❤❤❤ much respect your decision

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci 💜

[@vanessagodiin770]

Such a beautiful presentation of the food you made. I always love hay season. The smell of fresh cut grass is so delightful. The countryside and the farm animals are wonderful to see free ranging in the pasture. Love shopping for treasures. Some very beautiful items. I love the teacup and saucer metal stand next to the mug with the blue flowers. St. Martin Parish is gorgeous. The stain glass is so beautiful. The two stone dog heads looking over the stone fence is so charming. Thoroughly enjoyed this video

[@pattypost2520]

I so enjoyed the calm flow of this video, what a life you've created! 🥰

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@metrower42]

Thank you so much for taking me with you on your quite, sweet, peaceful visits. There were so many things at the market sale that I loved, loved, loved. Would have spent so much if I were really there. Thank you for your videos, you have a sweet soul.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks for being here!

[@victoriaculbertson8266]

❤❤❤your sharing your blessed life! It blesses me watching❤️❤️❤️

[@FrenchCountryLife]

[@rinajacobs9892]

It is nice to see how someone lives in an other part of the world. Real live and time for others and yourself. Merci.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks

[@annhardink8719]

You prove life is an adventure mixed with excitement, discovery and thankfully,peace and calm.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@celinaderose]

Beautiful vlog, being grateful and content in life is a great achievement, your videos are always so peaceful and positive-thank you for sharing ❤❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks!

[@lindawentink2725]

I love the simplicity. It's so beautiful . What a treat to stay at your beautiful B and B. The personal touches🥰🏵🌱🌸

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@antoniaswift3995]

Love your travels your home and the serenity of your presentations! Well done!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@mari102158]

I am so enjoying your videos! A simple and quiet life is just the best. Enjoy

[@denisecarter5117]

Contentment is to be valued highly but isn’t often.Your videos are sweet, peaceful and beautiful.

[@jessebeattie7504]

I love the peaceful music and my boys are 12 and 10 it's good for them to see outside the box into someone else's life too. They were looking forward to see your son come out of the pastries shop lol

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Haha! My sons don’t want to be on KZbin…

[@paulinegranger1762]

Thank you for a beautiful video ❤

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

Yes it a simply lovely situation❤

[@annquirke4008]

I love the quiet peaceful life too. I find when I go the city or places where there is too much going on. I’m so grateful to return to my peace & quiet. 😊❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@04sophiec]

This video is terrific- I could be and experience the whole pleasure of your life in France- I miss being in France very much

[@leslikuyweski4576]

What a lovely place to be....in life and in France. I wish you continued peace!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks!

[@robertaykavel1129]

How very lovely, loved the church!

[@jandooley5016]

Just so lovely. Thanks you. XX from Australia

[@marshagaravaglia8149]

Another beautiful video❤

[@branacottage6697]

Moments to treasure 🙏

[@ellaaltman2137]

Beautiful, thank you Marloes.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks for being here!

[@TheEmpressgoth]

❤❤❤Thank you for sharing 😊 have a wonderful weekend

[@shelleyimmel8067]

Lovely video and the sharing of your life🌹

[@draugustadorning]

Despite having watched your channel since you started it I remain delighted by the content. Always a pleasure and always an inspiration!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@annjones345]

Love your videos

[@sdmsdm7926]

just lovely and interesting to see the little villages and how the summer goes there....thank you for this tour....

[@Frenchcountryfriends]

Your title sums it all…it’s a beautiful life of yours too! Thank you for sharing your journeys with us. ❤❤❤❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

My pleasure!

[@yvonnebirch6026]

How lovely. Your creative life is pure art. I am sure it is a lot of work. Yet you make it look effortless and so peaceful. 🙏💕🌷🇳🇱

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@ruthwelterlen9776]

You have this blessed talent to make me and others quiet , peaceful and satisfied❤ hi from Vienna

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks for being here!

[@josettedarphin1882]

Merci pour cette charmante vidéo Très jolis paysage . Belle brocante à bientôt

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@SL-be8ws]

Beautiful thank you 😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci

[@gemmarosato3789]

Beautiful life♥

[@irenetovar7756]

I love your videos, so peaceful and beautiful. ❤❤❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you so much!

[@nitahiltner3348]

Love yur videos. I have a calico too and they are so special.

[@cherylgann1993]

A lovely video of France and your life

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thanks

[@aveldman5403]

Dank lieve Marloes, ik heb zo genoten van deze aflevering zo vol liefde, stilte, eenvoud en dankbaarheid. Dat is m.i. uiteindelijk precies waar het over gaat, een mooie reminder, heel belangrijk in deze chaotische tijd. Ga alsjeblieft door met jouw prachtige dagboek afleveringen. 🙏❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Dank je wel voor je lieve reactie!

[@helenstella2666]

Contentment Marloes .. & that is priceless 😊 A lovely video, thank you ❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you ❤️

[@mariedupuis7802]

Glad to see your are enjoying your life in France ! There is an atmosphere of serenity in your house. I feel much better when I go to the country, a sensation of breath, space and liberty you can t find anymore in cities...❤

[@robertmoore8509]

Love it! I can relate having moved from Florida to the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.

[@angelinasutjiawan5237]

I love watching your videos, such a beautiful life thank you for sharing

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you for being here!

[@susannedobrusskin195]

I love your videos.They are calming, elevating and simly beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@louisesusan]

Beautiful. I am 45, and have been seeking this stillness more and more. Ive taken on the difficult challenges of new jobs, but have recently searched the ones now with less responsibilities and enjoyed this so much more. I have just taken on work, cooking and baking for a cafe which has been quite stressful and its been a reminder of what i dont want anymore. Myself and my partner are near the end of land ownership, and am working on our future rental whilst creating a simple home with gardens. We then hope to buy in France and create the same there so i can be closer to my family and create a more peaceful life. Have a wonderful day x

[@FrenchCountryLife]

I am happy for you that you’re creating the life you want little by little. We get wiser as we grow older don’t we? And sometimes we need to make the “wrong” choices and try things to know what we do want. Wishing you all the best.

[@louisesusan]

So true. x@@FrenchCountryLife

[@marilynnash1197]

Always enjoy your vlogs. They have a lovely calming effect. Just subscribed. Sorry thought I had before. From cloudy quite cool, south of england.

[@pwilliams6405]

Just last week I was staying in Beaune :) I found it to be magical and beautiful. I go back there again on the 18/09/23 to finalise my house purchase and at long last pick up my house keys to my property in Maizeries Sur Amance Every French person have been so kind to this Australian , especially to superb staff at the Kryaid Hotel in Beaune, where I will be staying again in a few weeks time. Not a fan of Dijon unfortunately just didn't thrill me but Paris OMG ! I absolutely love that place !!!!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Congratulations on finding your home!

[@abchappell01]

That was a very wonderful and relaxing video presentation 😊

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@slavicasefer6825]

Soooo beautiful❤

[@dorothea5647]

Altijd fijn om naar iemand te kijken die het leven heeft wat je graag zelf wenst. Maar je weet nooit hoe je leven loopt dus wie weet ben ik ooit je buurvrouw ! geniet ze en groeten uit Holland.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Dank je wel.

[@baydreamer01]

The food you made looked both yummy and beautiful. I thought the shop you visited was the most interesting one so far.

[@RoSario-vb8ge]

Lovely vlog. I love those brocante moments a lot. How good you chose following your heart❤

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you

[@mariecorso1198]

My family background I Holland Dutch. I understood a few of the words you and your mother were saying. Like the word for nice, or pretty, and the word for knife. My father was actually born in Holland as were all my grandparents. Like you, I thought of spending more time in France, but family situations kept me in the USA. But loved my visits there and I collect French dishware and some Delft as a nod to my heritage which also includes French Huguenots. Love your channel.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you for being here!

[@judymooney2993]

No, Marloes, you have many interesting things to say and I am thankful you are willing to share your beautiful life with us. I've visited France many times, but never your area. I may never get there in person, but my heart goes there whenever I watch your videos.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Thank you!

[@joanne2145]

You have a lovely life, enjoy!

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Merci!

[@pantextvertalingen]

Zo ontzettend mooi Marloes! Inderdaad een rustmoment! Daar hebben jullie goed aan gedaan uit Nederland te vertrekken. Zo prettig vind ik het hier niet meer. Gelukkig wonen we buitenaf. Ondanks al het werk wat jullie verrichten straalt het geluk ervan af! Ook heerlijk dat je met je ouders kunt genieten! Koester het! Dank je voor je prachtige video`s! Lieve groeten van ons uit Nieuwkoop bij de Nieuwkoopse plassen! 😘

[@FrenchCountryLife]

Dank je wel!