OUR BACKSTORY: How we were living abroad in SPAIN, MOROCCO, & DENMARK for 12 years with 3 kids!

[@CreateLoveRepeat]

I’m not necessarily a person who believes in “soul mates,” but you two are the closest thing I’ve ever seen to soul mates. I love your story.

[@P4uLy-u4w]

Ashley McDonald 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@tls0501]

I don’t know them but they are my favorite couple. I love how they love one another.

[@mandylinz9398]

Yes!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kellyvanschyndel5810]

This video literally gave me goosebumps....I'm so thankful I found your channel,I've learned so much already and look forward to your journey ahead...

[@debmcgimpy5958]

@@kellyvanschyndel5810 Agreed. I stumbled across this the other day-- totally enjoying this wonderful family experience and knowledge.

[@christinaroseman9926]

I just teared up when Jack looked at you and said "you're still the same person that took my breath away". What you have is pure gold...everything else is just tinsel.

[@Lisalovesfamily]

Omg yes that was beautiful

[@eltinand1321]

The way Jack loves you is just soo amazing!!! He looks at you like you are the breath he needs to survive 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jayvaunlyons8743]

Yes 😍

[@whiskersBOOSTER2]

And you always want to appreciate a man like Jack, because they are one in a million.

[@denisekiss4387]

Love hearing your back story. Need a part 2!!

[@susellis493]

Yes he seems very dependent.

[@Maryjane13400]

When you're 12 weeks pregnant and hormonal and you run across an amazing gal, with a amazing family and then they share their family's story. Long story longer I just laughed, cried, almost wet my pants and cried again. Thanks for sharing 💜 from TX.

[@kristiem.5588]

I adore you two!! Your energy, humor, and sincereness come shining through. When Jack said "And that's the day she was sentenced." I cried with laughter. Binge watching your videos like my life depends on it! Loved hearing your story, thank you for sharing.

[@HouseofValentina]

You’re so welcome Kristie!

[@ninaspasource7257]

As someone who has had their fair share of overseas living... (80 countries and counting) over a 25-year period, your video brought back many memories for me as a foreigner, living in a foreign land. I'm home now and very settled. I literally unpacked my boxes for the last time 2 years ago 😎and living in one place is definitely still a novel idea! My home country was a foreign land to me. But living in cosmopolitan London is akin to living overseas anyway. I'm definitely still enjoying getting to know the country of my birth again 🙏 but just a little piece of me resides everywhere that I have resided and I like to think it will always be that way

[@annamarbellaofficial]

I can't even describe how inspirational this video and your story is to me. Thank you for sparking something inside of me. In midst of this pandemic, I feel my dreams are restricted. But seeing how motivated you guys are is a shining light on a hill. Thank you so much - you guys do more than you know.

[@rnqful]

Yes. I feel the same way too. My live felt so full then I started to “live” and enjoy and then the pandemic came along and it’s become all uncertain again. But this story has charged me up to keep dreaming and visualising to live the life I want!

[@StefannieTan]

Would love to hear about how you guys shifted from non-profit work to interior design and marketing

[@lornasvideos1]

As a world traveler myself, I found this fascinating. I would love to here more about how your travels influenced your design style. Like a Moroccan inspired video, danish modern etc

[@olgaanisimova6916]

This is an amazing, incredibly inspiring life journey. What a beautiful way to raise kids and teach them about the world. Finally your love story, this bond the two of you have is just a pleasure to observe. Wishing you lots of new adventures!

[@yyinstyle5400]

Cannot love this video enough!!! And the personal style of you two have incredibly transformed and become so chic after living abroad for so many years!

[@andreabontempo643]

I did not know your backstory. I've been following you two for a few months ago. Can i just say Jack you are so much better looking now. You guys are too cute. I love your enthusiasm and you passion for each other > Thanks for sharing. You've lived more lifetimes than most could ever dream of. How awesome for your children to learn about all of these countries and to speak these different languages.

[@benteshefer2756]

A warm greeting to you from a subscriber in Denmark! So interesting to hear what your point of view of Denmark is - and I am very happy to hear that all you had a great time living here 👍🏼🇩🇰😁

[@virginiaalfaro6186]

I’ve been to Denmark 2x and had worked for a Danish company for 20 years. I love the Danish culture and their sense of humor is so dry and very funny! The people are practical, intelligent and self sufficient. Love hugge (sp) and love to say SKOLL!!

[@patrycjastudia7737]

Hi, I am your subscriber (from Poland) but I saw this video 2 months ago. I watch your program because I work as an interior designer. But not about that .... After this episode, I felt something amazing. I invited my husband to watch (I should add that we have been thinking about life changes for a while. We would like to live somewhere ....). Since the pandemic, my husband has a 100% remote work so dreams of moving are possible but we have plenty of excuses: we have a dog, and a cat, we've only been living in a new house for a year, my job, etc. And boom, your video:) Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this episode! We stopped having excuses! We stopped being afraid. We are in our 40s, what are we waiting for? You guys traveled with children (school, kindergarten, sitter), and for us, it seems to be a challenge to move with a dog and a cat? Long story short: after your video, we booked a plane ticket to Italy. We went to Puglia, watched real estate.... we act! We are already checking tax issues and housing issues.... We begin to implement our plan, without fear, without excuses. At the earliest in May, at the latest in December 2023 we will live in the south of Italy. Then Morocco.... If you sometimes wonder why to open family, private topics on KZbin - this is why:) Thank you. Patrycja

[@kellyc1578]

What did I learn?...love and passion clearly makes you more attractive as you age. 💕

[@creativelife9871]

💯💯

[@TKOin2life]

Hmmmmm.....you have the perfect cover for assasins! We love you even though you are trained killers with impeccable taste. I think air b n b is a great idea! I would also like to see you design wallpaper or bedding..etc!

[@P4uLy-u4w]

😂😂😂😂😂👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@HouseofValentina]

😂 😂 😂 except I cant even kill an 🐜 😂

[@my3sneezes]

Yes a. Home decor line!

[@nancyhoskins197]

The former elderly owner (90’s) of our Florida cottage bought a mobile home for his grandson (60’s) so he could care for him and the acreage. We may put a barn there one day, but right now it is an Airbnb. The income (meager due to covid) is to help us renovate here. The best thing is all the people we meet from so many places! Even US regions bring differences. It is an adventure!

[@tthomas501]

Too too funny! 🤣🤣🤣

[@AysKuz]

You two are so cute! Love your story! My parents are from Turkey and came to Germany end of the 60ies/beginning of the 70ies and stayed. So I grew up bilingual and learned english, french and spanish in school. I love learning new languages and visiting new countries.

[@ginalazaro7628]

As a couple that has lived a lot like this between several countries with 3 kids and can pat ourselves on the back, kudos, well done you guys!!!

[@staceyboling8147]

Your " condensed" story is amazing!! My eyes and ears are glued to your pictures and memories. Yes!! I am going along on KZbin with you on your journey!! I would like to know more about the work you did over seas and how it transitioned into real estate and design.I can guess the inspiration you saw crafted your aesthetic but did you study design or was it a school of experience or both? Sorry if I missed the video on the answer to this question if it already exist 😊

[@sarasmoroccankitchen9239]

I am Moroccan/American and I love all the pictures you guys included,, very impressed with the Arabic

[@kammelzer9086]

I was hooked by your incredible design and lifestyle videos, now getting to know more about you has made me even more of a fan! Knowing that you worked in the nonprofit world on causes close to your heart shows me just how centered and grounded you two truly are. Thank you for all you do.

[@RosaryMcQuestion]

The word “storybook” came to mind when I watched this video. Your joined ambitions, amazing love for each other, the tremendous love you show your children, and the work you’ve done in foreign countries all reflects your compassion and love not only for each other and your family but also for mankind. Simply beautiful.

[@sandradunaway27]

You all are fearless! Love to hear more stories in 10-15 minute snippets. You are an adorable couple that God blessed with an awesome family. Love the banter between you the two of you. Can't wait to see what you do next.

[@marymann4126]

Write a book! And don’t quit what you are doing now. Your relocation to the US was our gain. I had never been out of the USA except for holidays in the Caribbean until I went to Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic in the 1990’s. The trip made me curious about the other parts of the world. However, I fell in love with Paris my first trip there. I’ve been back a couple of times and my trip in December was canceled due to the pandemic. Hoping to travel again soon after a vaccine.

[@ClaudiaMiddendorf13]

Visiting and living in other countries is the spice of life! I'm so fortunate to have lived a summer in Barcelona. I would love to hear about design in each of these countries; the Moroccan style, the Spanish style, the Danish style, including customs and foods. What a great story. Love watching your channel!

[@bEverCurious]

Your most memorable stories of each country you've lived in, paired with amazing, breathtaking photos - the most iconic, amazing, must-have coffee book ever! You have got to do it.

[@simonewoods8374]

I loved hearing more about your times living overseas. I’m living in Germany (from Australia). What was originally going to be a 1 year stay has turned into almost 5 years (so far) plus two kids along the way. You guys are such an inspiration - no one else I know has lived overseas so I love hearing stories and insight from people who have. I’m so glad I found your channel a couple of months ago. I’m currently on my second maternity leave and trying to make our apartment more of a place I love being in. I’ve been binge-watching a lot of your older videos! I would love to see a detailed video on your time in Denmark.

[@susellis493]

Virtually everyone I know has lived and worked overseas. You need to have deeper conversations with the people around you.

[@ldg92553]

My mom and dad are 8 years apart in age. She was 17 when they married in 1953. They just celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary in November 2021. Best wishes to you both. You are an inspiration for those still looking for the right partner.

[@ellenhawkins128]

This is so beautiful! Love how you laugh together.

[@clairb1397]

My dad used to bring back sound recordings from inside the pyramids in Egypt and that sparked my love of travel. Even when you plant roots, it's something that stays with you.

[@Morenasten]

I am so emotional watching and hearing your beautiful backstory ! I've been dreaming to go travel to Morocco for YEARS now , and you both keep pushing me closer to go!! I also am so inspired by you Valentina. I've always been drawn to interior design, and at first it was just a hobby I enjoyed doing, putting my space together, creating something out of nothing. I think quarantine has got a lot of people reflecting on their careers, aspirations, or life as a whole. After working as a RN for a few years now, and although I do enjoy it, and it is so humbling caring for people in their most vulnerable state; I am not passionate about it. I think it's so important to find things you are passionate about, and love waking up to do every day. Anyway, I discovered your channel a few months back when Quarantine started back in March, and I look forward to your videos every week. Thank you for sharing your love for design and travel with the world !!

[@riohenry6382]

He’s really handsome. It's hard to believe there is a day between you. I’ve been married 25 years and I know how valuable a good partner can be. Mazel Tov !

[@Lena-cl6ye]

Loved this video. Love your story. Would love to hear about your experiences, culture shock etc in each country.

[@vh9676]

We lived as expats in several countries as well, and it was the most memorable and amazing part of our lives

[@vh9676]

@@TutsiJagger 💙💛😍💙❤💚

[@janetvalencia597]

What a wonderful story. I can relate so much to it with your kids. My father had the same adventurous mindset and took us for 4vyears to Algeria and we traveled all over Europe. It was life changing and I appreciate so much to have been exposed to it. I never learned Arabic but did study in a french school. What a wonderful story is yours!!

[@maryvhuse1721]

Surely, an angel led me to your channel. I am so blessed to have discovered a channel where 2 people absolutely adore each other, have precious children and are amazingly gracious. You are an inspiration and I treasure your presence in my life.

[@joellechiara]

I'm a Los Angeles girl living in Western Austria. I can't say my life was quite as adventurous as yours but I do count myself as blessed as well. I do find it hard living abroad sometimes. I want to be more like you - don't know if I ever will be but I guess that's okay. xoxo

[@inspiringi2242]

Wow! Every time I look at Jack and see the way he looks at you in adoration, it gives me hope that one day I will find someone who will look and feel the same way about me. You guys are awesome and thank you for sharing your story!

[@reener4897]

I love this video of your adventures abroad. Truly amazing. I’m still smiling. And Jack’s last comment of you still being the same person that takes his breath away was so sweet.

[@bcfriardoyle7697]

I’m 62, my parents raised us to love travel. We camped across country for a month when I was 13. We took vacations to all the state capitals in our region. They allowed me to go to France at 15 and live with a family over the summer as an exchange program. Can you tell my dad was a teacher and my mom a geography buff? By now, I can be ready to fly in one hour, and that includes the shower, if a car is coming for me. 😉 I am from New England and married an Aussie. Plenty of travel left for us! I love the way you are together.♥️

[@20128096]

The ending just made me tear up, you guys are a really sweet couple. And now I understand why your style is so much inclined to Scandinavian and Morrocan 😁 and also the purpose of this channel.

[@melisestall5090]

Thank you for this video. I don’t why but it has truly inspired me to dream big. My husband and I started our family whilst living overseas over a span of 8yrs. You both are beautiful ppl, may God bless your family.

[@isabelmorra3638]

Oh WOW! Just wow! My admiration for the two of you just multiplied by the thousands. What an amazing love story, and life journey that I wish continues for many, many more years! Multilingual children too! 🙏🏻🥂🍷❤️

[@brandoncorley3142]

My father was in the Army so we moved every three years. We lived in goeppingen Germany the first year, then the last year in Heidelberg Germany. Loved it so much but really missed our family In Alabama. I will say going to castles and volks marches on weekends was the best! And talk about the best place to be for Christmas! Pure magic!

[@Chidiya79]

YES!! Do a video on your time in Copenhagen!

[@karenschmoutz6785]

You two are the embodiment of “Oh, the places you’ll go”. What an adventure-and more to come!

[@lynnekern3998]

You two crack me up. But seriously, your relationship is awe inspiring. Loved hearing about your adventures and most of all I'd like to hear more about Denmark. It seemed to really make an impact on your lives and I'd like to know what was it about Denmark that really stood out. The architecture, the people, the way of life? A combination of a things? Hope to hear more and thank you so much for making us feel like family.

[@mennaamin4312]

Gosh, your smile is so beautiful, as soon as I see you smiling I smile too involuntary it's like your smile is contagious or something!! ❤❤❤

[@debbiemize2269]

Yes, yes, yes, to all the video possibilities you mentioned! Y’all’s story is something I would like to hear more of. What a life y’all have lived, and the experiences and memories you have given your children! My husband is 10 years older than me, we met and married within a 3 month span ( I was 20, he 30). We had our first child one year later. My oldest (we have 3) asked me one time why I couldn’t be more fun like Dad, why I didn’t dance around and play with them the way he did. When Jack said he was just young at heart, it reminded me so much of my husband, that spirit, that fun side, so I guess that’s one of many reasons the 10 years between us never mattered! Oh, my answer to my daughter? When we had kids, one of us had to become an adult!

[@virginiaalfaro6186]

Hahah

[@robertrubalcava10]

Why did I just watch this? This entire video not only inspired me to live life to the fullest but it brought me tears of inspiration and hope. Thank you for this. Very beautiful to hear your story.

[@tld7434]

You guys are adorable. I'm English but lived in the USA for 19 years. My daughter took me to Morocco (Marrakesh) a couple of years. Had a great time but felt like my daughter's bodyguard. Keep up the good work. xx

[@mrs.carolenamamea1793]

I stumbled on your youtube video last night looking for decor ideas... After watching one of your videos I immediately subscribed. I absolutely love all of the videos Ive watched so far but especially this one. Thank you for sharing a little bit about your background... It's warm, personal and it really helps the us, your viewers connect with you even more especially to see where your inspiration on the design ideas that you share. I look forward to watching more youtube videos of you and your family. You guys are inspiring, funny, goofy, educational and just overall a positive loving influence. Love to hear more of your adventures.

[@HouseofValentina]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad that you subscribed.

[@hajnalkaboglarkaerdelyi5636]

The fact that you were inspired by a Hungarian chrystal amongst others (I'm Hungarian) made me love you even more! You guys are wonderful and inspiring! 🥰

[@suzangroves959]

Met my soul mate 1964 I believe in love at first sight when you know, you know, we had two children and we had joy and tragedy in his short life, I was widowed in 1976 but the love we had together is still with me and sustains me every day im so lucky I found him, xx thank you for this xx

[@ladyelle31]

I can attest that moving to a foreign country with a young baby can be very isolating! My husband and I always knew we wanted to live abroad and got the chance a few years ago to live in South Korea but we had a two year old and a 5 month old baby when we moved there and it was literally the hardest thing I have ever done. But I miss it so much!! We are in the States now and I keep telling him it’s time to get back out there! Watching your story makes me feel even more so ❤️

[@Christinadistefano]

Okay tearing up. The connection 🤍 You guys should write a book-seriously. You all have a very special and unique story-that is super inspiring!

[@marciamellow1211]

AMAZING, JUST AMAZING...I can not even imagine, such bravery, this is such a great story... this is the best thing you could ever do, this video.. shows such a incrediable value you both have for life...love❤

[@angelaanderson5578]

When I got married I was 20 and my husband 19. We have a 20 year old now and could not image her getting married at that age. Kind of similar. I enjoyed this video and all the design videos as well. I used to work full-time now I work with my husband with our own business so now I am home more and obsessed with making our home feel more like "home" and I love watching and getting ideas.

[@estherchucha]

I absolutely loved this video! ❤️ This may be one of my favourite videos ever on YT. I totally understand what you mean about traveling, learning, living loving and embracing other cultures and helping out wherever we are planted for a season 🥰 I grew up in the Middle East and got to travel to a few Countries and loved every moment of my time experiencing other cultures, and so this video really spoke to my heart. Thank you for sharing your journey with us, and I wish you only the best wherever life takes you, and would love to meet you both someday! 🤗 Till then, will continue to watch you guys here and would love to hear more about your experiences in the Countries you’ve travelled to 🥰 Lots of love from across the World, Esther ☺️

[@HouseofValentina]

❤️❤️❤️ That’s so cool! Middle East is on our dream destination list!

[@estherchucha]

House of Valentina I just feel you will love it! 🥰 And they will love you guys too! 🤗

[@martasanchez1450]

I’m originally from Spain but lived in the US for 8.5 years. It was the best experience ever!!

[@pinksooshy]

You two are really the real deal. I feel drawn to your videos because we share a common love of overseas living and your taste in design reflects that. I can’t wait to see more room makeovers. Come to Brisbane Australia to do more work!! Love xxx

[@valkyracat457]

Hello, hello, a new subscriber here. I am only few years younger than you are and have a similar life story. I lived in Switzerland, Germany, New Zealand. I live in Canada now and I am originally from Prague. Although I entered the second half of my life already, the journey is not over. There are few other countries where I would love to live in (such as Iceland or Greenland). As you said in your video: Dream big! There are no borders. Everything is just in our mind and imagination. Good luck to you with everything! You are fun to watch.

[@rnqful]

Hey Jack and Valentina, it’s only been 3weeks and you guys have become my new family!! Watching this video was beautiful and emotional all at the same time! Thank you for sharing your back story! Loved it!

[@whiskersBOOSTER2]

You’re both adorable, and Jack is such a handsome man. Not only is he handsome, but his personality, charm, and quick wit makes him even more attractive. You’re the perfect couple. Can I just add that I loved hearing your story!! And Valentina, you still look like your younger you.🥰

[@karenwink7313]

This made me cry, it was so beautiful. Hope that some day Europe will let Americans come back.

[@HouseofValentina]

They can’t get rid of us forever!!

[@marymarks7046]

Oh my goodness you are an amazing couple. Your adventurous get up and go is admirable. I’d live to see more vids on living in Morocco, Spain, Denmark. How did you adapt moving from warm climate to cold climate. Your experiences living abroad. How were you and your family received. Love you all. Tfs

[@GlowofaGhost]

They better, our family lives in Belgium.

[@annabellequides5364]

I love your family as well

[@azabujuban-hito-dake]

Given the fact that most americans outright refusing to wear mask in this time of pandemic, Im glad that my country ( Japan ) is still banning travelers from the US.

[@ruthNcouth]

I like you guys for being so open minded to other cultures and countries and for being so brave as you ventured to leave America in search of the unknown with your children. They will appreciate it very much. WHAT MADE YOU COME BACK TO America?

[@JV-vd7cz]

You guys have great chemistry! Would love to hear more about living abroad in other countries…Top 5 things to know/expect of the cultures etc.

[@kristinee328]

I traveled across Asia and Europe before landing in Holland and having two kids. Twelve years later I moved back to the US. Anything about babies and gardening I think in the Dutch language. Your story brought back so many memories!

[@lisaparis3043]

LOVE your story! You deserve GREAT things. Authentic, genuinely nice, people with such talent and creativity. I would start pitching a TV show - you guys are winners! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@cathleenweaver6483]

You 2 need to write a book about your living in so many places. It could be a series where each book is a different country and/or house/apartment. And really talk about all the day-to-day living without and with kiddos. Wow!!!! That would be a series I would definitely buy and enjoy. Plus it could be so valuable for those young families who want to do just what you did 💜💙💚💛🧡

[@samanthaalexandra8631]

This was honestly beautiful and so cool to hear about!

[@nancyhoskins197]

...and God is not finished using y’all yet! You are still touching lives, bringing beauty and joy! We have an Airbnb in Davenport, Fl, near Disney World. You’ll meet people from all over! We recommend it!

[@rae717]

Thank you so much for your inspiration, optimism and enthusiasm during this time of restrictions. I lived in France, taught in China, lived in the Canadian Arctic because of this deep sense of adventure. When my daughter was 10, we spent a few months in South Africa (sabbatical from my teaching job in Canada), an adventure I believe has left a life-long impression on her. Thank you for reminding us that we will be able to travel again, to taste such amazing food, and see wonderful sights, and meet like-minded people. 'Love your approach to life.

[@Tesabr1]

Love your Life story! I was 18 and my hubby 22 when we got married and started our lives. We are at 27 years this month.

[@reginacarlton4689]

You two are the epitome of a match made in forever! Love ❤️ your incredible story. Can’t wait to journey with y’all💕😊

[@jeannereimonn560]

Wonderful story. Thanks for sharing. I was blessed with a Norwegian mother, and we lived in Norway for about 2 years (non consecutively) when I was growing up. With my own three sons, each of them has been a Rotary exchange student for a year living with a host family and going to regular high school abroad (Spain, Chile, and Taiwan). I hope you will encourage your friends/subscribers to consider Rotary exchange as a wonderful, inexpensive way to start seeing the world.

[@beautoxxbeautoxx]

Why am I feeling so happy to be so excited about the anticipation of what the future brings for you two!??? ❤️ Positively adore you two! Whatever the future brings,I'm happy to be able to virtually enjoy it with you guys🤗 y'all are hilarious btw😆

[@TheMerFree]

I vote for a whole video on your time in Copenhagen, when and how you segued from non-profit work to design, how you afforded to live there, how you afforded to buy a home in states and would like to know how you both transitioned into different/new careers...did either of you have to go back to school? How did you get into marketing, real estate, and design? I'm always interested to learn the logistics, people's processes while they're working toward achieving their goals and dreams, especially if you are parents having to support a family as you're doing it (I have not figured out how to make major geographic or career changes while maintaining uninterrupted income as a single parent). This was a great video and thank you for sharing your story with us!

[@KandicePolut]

I cried watching this. Such a beautiful story!

[@terrylyle8302]

In my search for decor inspiration, I found Fridays with V. Now I'm hooked. Binge watching just took on a whole new meaning. So.....last night, I was sitting here wondering, "I wonder what took Valentina and Jack on all their travels?". Lo, and behold, this video is the first thing that pops up! Thank you.

[@marierrobillard]

Great video! I would love to learn more about your time in Copenhagen. I’m fascinated by Scandinavian culture and their design aesthetic.

[@brandybrandenburg9525]

This is how I pictured my life. It never happened but I LOVE your story. You guys fit together so well. Thank you for sharing.

[@angelamallard9284]

Thank you for sharing your story with us. You made the comment you wanted to change the world. I just wanted to say thank you for changing my mine.

[@Amy_na89]

Hello from a french Moroccan born and raised in morocco i just binged all your channel. Love it

[@patathomas819]

Fun hearing your back-story. Inspired and excited for you. Watched this video at the perfect time, as I prepare to enter a new phase of my life with my teen heading off to higher education in preparation to become a documentary film producer & language specialist. Creativity & adventure is the name of the game. Thanks for sharing.

[@nadjadavidson411]

Worked in France and Belgium, got married at 22, my husband is 9 years my senior, moved to England, moved to NJ, had our kids there, moved to Germany (our kids don’t feel German, they feel American) and right now we’re planning a move to Florida. Hoping to touch down in September. My husband and I have been renovating homes since we got married. Love your channel, you crack me up. 😘

[@GlowofaGhost]

I love your story Valentina! Very inspiring. Especially the part of taking your kids. My husband is Egyptian and I lived there for a while. But we felt it would be easier to travel if he got his us passport so we’ve been in Ohio for 6 years, where my parents live. I am a nurse an I have always wanted to do that but I have been worried bc of not knowing what kind of work I would find or my husband that would make enough money to do all that. We also love Denmark, and want to visit. My sister in law in from Morocco and her and my husbands brother live in Antwerp. I feel better about having kids and traveling after seeing you do it 💕

[@enikol7015]

This was a fun watch. I am a Hungarian speaker from Romania and currently living in Marrakech, Morocco (oh! an American citizen). About to start Moroccan Arabic on Wednesday, inchalla. Love listening to travelers and love your designer style! Thanks for this post.

[@MsSam66ok]

What a beautiful life story and so much more ahead of you. Can’t wait to watch and share your future adventures.

[@johannathomas4458]

I LOVE that you had your children in the local schools this is so important I know they are so grateful for this!

[@valeriebielinski4242]

You two are adorable!!!😍 I discovered your chanel recently and just love everything about it! Especially the fact that you and Jack are so much a part of each others lives after all of those years! Wow!So many couples grow apart yet you two grew together...such an inspiration to myself and my husband of 14 years!The best is yet to be!!!😁❤Thanks for sharing your story.❤❤❤

[@Tomatohater64]

I hear ya guys. I haven't lived all over the world but as a traveling Operating Room Nurse for 32 years - now retired - I moved 13 times in 29 years. The first time was fun but after that, not at all. My favorite place to live, without question, was Stonington, Maine.

[@pattititus6134]

Such a cool backstory! Thank you for sharing it with us! Keep the videos of the two of you coming! Your incredible joy, chemistry and delightful repartee is irresistible! I hope that your big plans include Valentina designing furniture, home decor and furnishings!

[@loreebellInternational]

Your video on this topic has come to me at the perfect time at age 49. I too have dreams of living out of the US but could never figure out how to make it happen. I once again find myself at the crossroads and find your story inspiring

[@karenrhoads969]

Thank you so much for sharing your abbreviated history! You guys are so funny and naughty--I love it. How did you decide to settle in Georgia? I want my living room to look like yours! I'm in love!

[@enlightenmentbarbie]

This is the most wonderful story. Oh my gosh!!! I’ve watched so many bazillions of your videos after discovering your channel recently and the whole time I have loved the energy you two have together, so truly special!!! People of the world, take note of this true love! ✨

[@christinelee3344]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video, I'm always so fascinated when I hear stories like this, wish I had been so daring in my youth to travel and live in other countries. I could listen to your experiences for hours, thanks for sharing.

[@kittyelenbaas4088]

I don’t know how it took me so long to come across this video but , wow, what an impactful glimpse of the depth of your character. You are far more than the cosmetics of life. Thank you for sharing such an intimate view of who you are. I thought a lot of you before and now so much more.

[@mskulagal]

A & J, listening to your experiences brought back so many wonderful memories for me and my husband. We lived in London for eight years, which afforded us the opportunity to travel all over the world. Morocco is one of our fav places. Talk about waking up the senses! And, the food! We spent three weeks in Zambia and Capetown and loved the people, the wine country, and the animals! Norway we loved and have always wanted to return - some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. A little bit in Sweden and Denmark but not much, unfortunately. Not to mention France (Provence our fav area) and Italy (Tuscany). Greece - Santorini! We’ve been to China a couple of times, Japan, Singapore several times and Australia a couple of times. My first passion is travel and hope to continue until I can’t breathe anymore. We live in Arizona now, which will be our forever home, but as soon as this virus is behind us off we go! We are scheduled to do a cruise next May, crossing fingers, through the British Isles ending up in Iceland. We hope to do the Holy Land some time in the future. We were to go last March but the virus cancelled everything. I can’t wait to see you where you go next or what your next plans are! Once your last two kids go away to college the sky will be the limit. Once our three kids left home and the dog died (😟) we were free to do our thing. Your spirit and love for each other will carry you far! Mandy from Tucson ❤️🌵

[@justaname999]

You lived amazing adventures because of who you are and how you choose to look at the world and each other. It makes me genuinely happy to look at people like you. I found you channel because we just bought our first home (also, incidentally, in a country we're both not from) and are renovating and decorating it ourselves... but I am staying for you guys :) Like your kids, both me and my husband grew up in multiple countries (and we both have parents who are from different cultures as well) and it is a great privilege to immerse yourself in another culture and language as a child. The only drawback is getting our families together from all over the world for any kind of celebration :)