It's Never Ending... - Chateau Life 🏰 EP 393

[@shirpaten]

I am amazed and appalled at the cheek of folk chiding you for the way in which you are clearing up! You are being monumentally patient and forbearing with these twits! It's your property to do with as you choose at whatever pace and in whatever way you choose. Next time, tell them to take a hike!

[@clairvoyant3109]

Phil, it is good to see you are maintaining a high level of enthusiasm. And you definitely are making things look pretty! Hats off to you!

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

There are any number of people who pack away their camping gear, and the following season they get the the camp site and discover a leak or two in the tent, the gas value on the camp stove is broken, the the sleeping bags smell like mold or mildew. The smart person, who cleaned and mended everything before putting it away, is ready to go camping and relax. You, Phil, are in the second group! Congratulations! My cousin has a horse box turned into a coffee bar. It's a very clever piece of renovation. She has a generator mounted to the tow bar which takes care of lighting, the fridge, the expresso machine, and the water pump for the sink.

[@nanad267]

Definitely a great idea to get things as ready as possible for the next time you take it out !!! Makes life so much easier !!!

[@debbiemilan2867]

I love that you are not putting things away until they are fixed up. We always try to do that, but we inevitably give up. Then we are disappointed when we pull it out the next time. Take your time and do it right while you have such determination. You’ll be so happy next year!

[@GraceSmith-e3o]

You have spent most of the video explaining the reason for not getting things put away. You don’t have to explain to anyone. Did love seeing you doing some work. . Love that part.

[@wenDesigner]

Have you considered saying nothing? Just do and be and we’ll watch regardless. 😊

[@nelleg152]

Fixing now to make life easier next year makes sense ❤

[@audreyatherton3373]

Love the way you plan for the future, fixing now rather than later

[@kimsytsma8493]

Hi Phil, put cardboard down before you put the fabric down. It will smother the weeds, and things that the fabric can’t. Cardboard,then the fabric on top. Don’t worry what other people say, you be you and they can do their thing. Best wishes!

[@claireburkus8497]

I couldn’t imagine running an event and being the photographer for said event!!! Didn’t expect but a glimpse and I remember last years video well!!! Enjoy your life and home…we are along for the extras that you want us in on!!!😊

[@apcolleen]

From the outset he made it clear that it was a rather private event and matters close to the heart. I'm grateful Phil shows us these glimpses of life that most of us would never really get to experience, but I would never be so impertinent as to question why he didn't show us more of his private life. One of my other KZbin content creators that I watch addressed some people in their comments in a previous video And how it should be made to be more publicly digestible. And I realized that since they no longer teach media literacy like they did when I was a child, a lot of people approach media as if it was made specifically to suit them. And if content does not meet their expectations then someone should damn well fix it! That's like telling the publishers of a Jane Austen novel that you want them to change it so that Mr Darcy is nicer. The book's been written. You get what you get.

[@claireburkus8497]

@@apcolleen wow…we didn’t have media literacy taught in school but we sure had solid education…👵🏼 here and I am enjoying the experiences available through online content -I am amazed at this as a viable business option!! My Son in luxes and his son’s are looking forward to joining the ranks!!

[@suzannemckitterick2781]

Re: your serving wagon: Ask the castle couple (the retired military man w/very-red haired wife) w/moat.

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

Instead of being overwhelmed by the everything, choose 1 thing. "Today I am going to . . . for as much as I can." Its good practice for being a bit older. ❤

[@nanad267]

You can only do so much in one day ! And as we all get older, we need to remember not just physical limitations or time limitations But our emotional health !!! I wake up every day and instead of “making a list “ of everything I need to do- I just kind of mentally go through what needs to be done And start . Nine out of 10 I get sidetracked into doing another project-but believe it or not…. Little by little everything’s getting done ! At my age - - I just don’t stress anymore !! There’s always tomorrow -and if not… like I tell my kids…. Then it’s your mess to deal with !

[@louisegriffin9128]

This is one my favorite you tube videos to watch. I think you are to be praised for all you do. The yard work, repairs on chateau, welding, cars and the list goes on.

[@MachasDaughter]

Wow, you’ve done a tremendous job starting to clear those banks. Perhaps this will help evict those huge rodents adding more chaos to the bank’s you’re trying to restore.

[@samanthabloggins1775]

You are doing a fantastic job !! Every time I see another one of your posts the property looks better and better!!

[@kimbevan5614]

Totally agree always best to fix before packing anything. Party’s are for you and you guests privacy not general gawping at. Your doing a grand job xx K🇬🇧❤️

[@joannecoomer103]

The garden is looking great! Must be very satisfying to get on top of all the jobs!

[@annettesharrock1236]

Thats the worst bit is after the party is the clearing up.

[@cherylhuskins3711]

I had never heard of a horse trailer being used for a bar. That opens up other possibilities! Such smart, creative people to come up with these ideas! Will look forward to seeing its progress in the future.

[@elainemcgran8828]

Can't believe what people comment who asked ' why is it taking so long to take down things "

[@cassandra_L885]

My Dad would always make us clean up and fix anything needed before it was packed away. As a kid, this would drive me mad, but now, as an adult, I get it. I don't know how many times I have been on a camping trip at the last minute, and I was good to go, knowing all my gear was in good order, and then I saw friends unpack and their equipment broken. Horsebox bar: I've seen a few of these; you can rent them out in Oz. I suggest putting a window in the front section and moving your stove to the front. That way, you have a window and a lifting door on the other side for ventilation. This will give you a larger bench to do prep or make drinks. On the wall with the bench, you can do shelves holding alcohol and glasses. On the outside of this wall, you could have mental brackets to slot in a pack-away kitchen sink. I saw they had a pack-away full kitchen mounted onto the horsebox's side, like a camper van, and when not being used, it was taken off the mounts and stored in the side. They had a 4WD awning on the back, so if it was going to be used for a few days in a row, everything could be left out. But if you google horse float bar conversion or rent it will show you some pic to get ideas. Hope this helped

[@Samskyarts]

Excellent work Phill, you seem to have a new bounce in your step these days. It really shows you're getting your spark back again!! Just an idea for the door to put waste in, could you make like a pull out cupboard bin situation with a couple of brackets holding it in place, the bins attached to the backside of the door, and cut it so it opens at an angel rather then pulls out, it leans out, to leave enough space at the top to place used bottles etc into, attached at the bottom on a hinge, so the whole thing closes back flush into the horse box side. Giving you easy access inside to dispose of the waste and save space. Rubber seals round the edge for when it's closed maybe. Lights I'd have low voltage LED strip lights across the back with some kind of neon LED bar light behind just to jazz it up! And resin fibre glass paint for the roof to seal up those holes and leaks. Maybe a little stable barm door to keep people out of it at the back that fold back inside when not in use with a loose latch, keeping it simple and functional. Sorry you asked!! 😂🎉❤ Congratulations on the fund raising 👏 🙌 glad ya all had an amazing time despite the weather!

[@Robin-xr2tz]

Phil you did excellent!! You have a great thing going there - don’t put it away until it’s right for the next usage.

[@katesnow7]

please take a break Phil. it will all get done in time. blessings.

[@kgar67]

Horse trailer bar is a brilliant idea...love it.

[@grannyrosie1]

Solar panels attached to a battery should handle lights and fridge. Billy uses them maybe discuss it with him. Yes take your time putting things up fixed, you'll thank yourself later. You know phill not every moment of people's lives need to be in a vlog. I'm just happy it was a success.

[@janeblandford852]

Phil, you have a wonderful attitude and are doing so well!! Things are coming together and your property is really getting cleaned up. Great job!

[@pennyneal2456]

Clips of the part on Marsen’s Renovation!

[@pennyneal2456]

The horsebox box would make a great project to watch! 😊

[@jacquipicard1336]

Solar lighting for the bar.

[@apcolleen]

We've just added a whole bunch of solar lights all over our yard. We love keeping our wooded property dark but it's fun to watch animals walk up the driveway and trip all four lights every night. There's a possum that has an 11:00 trash habit.

[@nanad267]

That’s a great idea !!!! I use solar fairy lights !!!! And I really can’t complain !! Instead of dragging out the full 30 feet or whatever comes on the string - Either mildly stretch them - Or I leave them bundled and I have put them in mason jars -butterflies that are mounted on my fence-around the patio table umbrella And all I have to do is allow the solar panel to hit the sunlight !!! They last for almost all night !!

[@suzannepolder3929]

I don’t know how you do it. As I get older I want less because that means less upkeep and more time to enjoy my life.

[@marysell6184]

Great idea, Phil, to make all necessary repairs now when time constraints are a bit less stressful. I am sure you will really appreciate it in the future. Well done. Hope you were able to raise a lot of money for the 2 charities! 😊

[@becky8571]

I like the idea of opening the front side for returns. Lighting would be great. Otherwise looks like you’ve got it well laid out!

[@TeresaBell-ou1cz]

You are making another list of to do things! Time to relax🇨🇦

[@AndreatheDoria]

I so understand fixing and finishing everything before it’s put away. Suggestion for the Horse box bar led strip lights.

[@lesliezagrobelny4820]

When you own a home there is always maintenance to do, yours is just a bigger project than most of ours. You are doing a great job, keep at it, Winter is coming and you can concentrate on the interior of the chateau.

[@karenmacpherson9014]

Use removable/ rechargeable LED lights in trailer bar, saves on extension leads

[@wendytotton4048]

Hi,Phil A suggestion for lighting the horse trailer bar. A cheap set of solar lights for the interior and one for the exterior of the bar. Build some fold down tables/ shelves for added prep area/ storage. You could,maybe, build a wooden box onto the roof to stow away the empty bottles,recyclables . Garbage bags could be used to contain them. I have a 45gal plastic drum that I have used for recycling bottles . Just line the drum with an extra large contractor garbage bag. Put it out when full and tie it . Put it in the recycling box on the horse bar. Throw the full bags into the trailer for the next dump run. I'm glad that your party went well. Very smart to fix, clean and properly store your party things until the next event. Time saving and less stressful.

[@jeniferpollonais6546]

Your place looks so lovely! Worth every bead of sweat Phil. The party gave you such motivation, and what good friends you have who helped you along.

[@claudialandgraf4450]

I try to devide my time between maintanance and progress. Its better for the soul to venture into progress (in a smart way like with weed cover) than only eaten alive with maintenance.

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

You’ve done a great job and your plans to fix things before putting them away is better, so it’s easier next year. There are some really cute horse trailers converted to bars online. You could make it really nice. Phil I admire your generosity and hard work. ❤

[@inkmetal1]

I know how that goes. For 20 years I was involved in a weekend party, Friday night, Saturday and Sunday till noon. I was in charge of the facility, water, electric, kitchen and bar. I would start in May and if I was lucky I would be ready for the 3rd weekend in August. And yes it rained every weekend. I did most of the cooking. When I wasn't doing that I was running around fixing whatever need attention. Did I mention it was for 100 people.I would sleep all day Monday then start clean up on Tuesday.

[@elisabethhopson5639]

You could use strings of battery fairy lights in the horsebox bar. They will be in the shops over Xmas and are a cheap way of lighting small areas. Easy to store too. 🙂

[@lyndaward5179]

Lights 4 u sell fairy lights all year.😊

[@gaelenecole4053]

❤❤❤❤❤ keep keeping doing what your doing .. You deserve a good rest after this exhausting event Yep do it in your own time and fix and tidy up the bits as you go makes perfect sense ❤❤❤

[@cecoya]

I think that fixing it all before being put away is a great idea. That way all you have to do is pull it out, check all the points and do little bits here and there and wha-la done it is ready. Glad that you had a wonderful time over all. Have a great day

[@Jmp5nb]

A solution for muddy feet and protecting your floor (and mental health!); purchase the inexpensive slip ons for your guests and have a rack for protecting and organizing their shoes. If they’ll enter and exit frequently then they may put “their” slippers in the shoe rack for reuse. A solid bench for changing is essential. A sign may be useful at points of entry to prevent soiling the floors!

[@nanad267]

YES !!!! there’s nothing wrong with asking people to take off their shoes 👞!!! If they’re comfortable in their bare feet or socks--go for it !!! If not …. Flip-flops,🩴 slippers 🥿-or what my grandkids now call…. Slides… slip on.-slip off-leave behind and get your own shoes to go !!

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

Your yard is looking sharp there Phil great job in cleaning up and carrying forward.

[@karenmorrison8112]

Have been wondering where your four legged friend is Phill. Something missing in your video, s. 🤗

[@melanierallison]

Paint your white freezer? Coolers? In bar trailer a blue matching the outside. Solar lights inside it? Ok that’s my suggestion., lol you asked!

[@KatMer6163]

Hey Phil, glad all is well and pretty well done. Have you ever considered putting a floor to ceiling refrigerator/cooler in the back of the horse bar cart? It looked like that was what it was used for when I first saw it. God Bless you and Billy for getting all of the good works you have done.

[@helenatremblay4019]

Phil, I don't understand why people need an explanation for every little thing re: your decisions!! You do You!!!!! The fact that you generously share so much of your life should be sufficient!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@mavep2855]

A stitch in time saves nine, good for you making sure everything is tickety boo before you store it for the next event. Great job Phil! 🇨🇦❤️

[@AlpacaMade]

Continuing with the "no more temporary measures" policy gets my full support. I am keen on every detail of that horse-box bar story. It is a brilliant re-use of material. Sort of gypsy wagon meets traveling, local pub. I like the idea of the ramp being used two ways. However, I shudder at the thought of having to run up and down it during a busy event. My days of 18 covered dishes on an oval tray, for a state dinner, are well past😂👍🎉

[@suehall3298]

The people who are say these things obviously don't listen to you say🤔 that's sad 😪 love to Lightening bless him ❤ Your doing a great job & do it your way your the boss🤗👍☕🍰 Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

[@dorothystorry1733]

Cleaning up outdoor spaces as large as you have, is so overwhelming at first…. But look at how much you have accomplished.. Your property is so opened up now … and hopefully, so much easier for you to manage in the future.😊

[@mikebeck7263]

I'm in the US so my views are somewhat different. I don't have a horse trailer bar but I do have a fairly large fifth wheel camping trailer. I go "boon docking" (away from the normal power grid) several times a year. I use a generator when I need the power but a couple of years ago I removed the lead/acid batteries and replaced them with Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, an inverter, and just a few solar panels. In cooler weather I can run the small refer, fans, lights and such for a couple of days before I have to turn the generator on. My suggestion for you would be to pick up an ECO Flow battery (talk to Billy about that) to power your bar. If you want to figure out the correct size take a look at all of the electrical stuff you have inside for the wattage, add it up, and multiply by the number of hours that you might need to keep everything powered. That will get you close to the size of unit that you will need. If you decide not to go that way pick up some car batteries and make as much of that stuff 12 VDC and the lights LED's. Note that you will find LOTS of other uses for the ECOFlow battery around the property. It has outlets for 12 VDC, 5VDC (phones), and a built in inverter for 120 VAC (not sure about European versions). I've got one that I use for a UPS (Uninteruptable Power Supply) to power my computer equipment in the house. It automatically charges and when the power goes down switches over so my home network doesn't go down.

[@mkv1783]

Why don't we ever see the dog anymore?

[@lyndaward5179]

What ever you video l will be watching you are just a brilliant kind person l am glad the party went well and how lovely to let the early people look around your home rather then get wet l bet they felt very special lucky ducks 😂 bye for now looking forward to seeing lightning big huggles from Lynda ❤❤

[@Jane-3229]

I’ll keep everything crossed for you that September is good to you weather wise so you can do all your projects 😊 I bet you’ll sleep well tonight! Sweet dreams x

[@NancyStich-wc1iu]

Everything is looking great!

[@EllenCoad]

You are doing good. Keep on task. One project at a time and everything will be done and put away correctly. I like your videos. Your property is looking nice. You got this.

[@donnaschmink1801]

Well done! Excellent plan fix it up, pack it up, ready for next year! Enjoy your weekend! Thank you!

[@SusieMonk-jh8tj]

Phil you are doing an excellent job. You have your priorities well worked out. Why do people criticise? They have perhaps never opened their home and garden to others raising money for charity. Let them criticise but turn them off and do not give them air time. We think you are fabulous❤❤❤👏👏👏🥂🥂

[@joellenmeek658]

I need the push of company coming to do a lot of little tasks I’ve put off. Feels good to have it done. I’m sure you feel the same way after your charity event.

[@apcolleen]

We had people over for 4th of July and when some other early people were there one of my friends was watching me make my bed because the builders of this house in their infinite wisdom put the back door in the master bedroom... But we were using a billboard tarp to make a slip and slide so I knew I would go to bed clean so I changed my sheets and he said why are you changing your sheets and I said cuz when I go to bed clean my bed will be clean. I do the same thing when I go out of town on vacation and I set out a change of bed clothes so I don't even have to think about that.

[@janetmackinnon3411]

Yes--guests make housework worthwhile!

[@danielulz1640]

And that is why I never have guests! LOL 😂. ​@@janetmackinnon3411

[@janeharris6925]

You haven’t mentioned your critters lately. Are they still there?

[@nanad267]

Outdoor sink ! You mentioned something about washing dishes/cups . You could get a used double sink -something from a former restaurant or even an old country farm style porcelain sink. Mounted on a wooden frame And then use something like a huge plastic drum with a pump for the water. That way you could get all cups or dishes washed as they come in. Just a thought !

[@DavidWhitlock-i2z]

Hi Phil where lighting the dog still at the vets ?

[@Terriball25]

Who cares how long it takes? It takes what it takes. Enjoy the spoils of your award.

[@josephinewills8647]

Phil Your Doing an Amazing Job, Keep Going, Love ❤️ Your Progress 👍💕💕

[@lindagage7315]

Good clean up! You will be busy for awhile!

[@annettewalter2273]

Very good idea to fix before packing away. No unpleasant surprises then when you use it next time.

[@joannecollis1543]

Phil everything that you do is mostly done on your own. So packing up is going to take time. It's great that you think ahead for the coming events. Well, done you. Unless people are there helping you do all you want to do then it all takes time. You don't need to explain to anyone.

[@PamelaNewton-Walker]

There’s ‘just you’ you don’t have a legion of helpers, workers or minions to follow your every whim. One day at a time, one job at a time give yourself a balance and the LIFE you want to have 👍👍👍👍

[@nodi1234]

Well done you! Everyone the thumb up 👍 and subscribe 🔔

[@sofiebribiesca6678]

Spring is in the air where I am and your vid invokes the same feelings I'm experiencing. The party looked great fun and nice to see Billy floating around. Rain or sunshine, a party is a party! Sometimes,a bit of Glastonbury mud. Well done all of yous.

[@CathyMiller0711]

You’ll be glad next time for every bit of work you take the time to do now. Glad the event turned out okay despite the rain.

[@deniseroe5891]

The horse trailer bar is so cute, love the idea. Maybe solar lights?

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

In America we convert travel trailers in to food trucks. They have many advantages for conversion. What we have available may be different than what is in France.

[@joannedavidman6773]

Glad you are fixing prior to oitting away. Solar loghts for bar

[@roywills5387]

Good morning! Glad to be back to the chateau.

[@donnaglueck2555]

Parties are lots of work! You got an amazing amount of work done and still doing it! Great job! Place is looking wonderful!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

You did an excellent job with the party. Keep your positive,can do attitude. Definitely a good idea to fix everything before storing it. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

[@juliehardy7510]

How rude of people to ask why it’s taking so long to clear up! It’s exhausting very physical work. ❤

[@kimredmond3550]

Good video today. I prefer watching the landscape progress happening rather than just hearing you chatting about what you will do or have done. May seem like mundane footage to you, but I’m guessing a lot of folks will feel the same way as I do.

[@daynight4902]

BEST

[@judischarns4509]

Billy has some long light fixtures at the convent bar. I think 2 along the back wall ceiling and on at the end of the awning over the serving area. It’d be a cheap fix for right now. I’m not sure about using the front for empties. The space could get crowded quickly. Just have bins outside for those. I wouldn’t try to have too much serving space, you end up with too many servers in a small space.

[@mariagillinson8527]

PHIL this is really good for all the vegetation to open up things see the light… will look amazing

[@janetmackinnon3411]

You are obviously being criticised by people of limited imagination and even less experience. Ignore them. The rest of us know you're making a great difference.

[@hectorbrown656]

You have done and are still doing a great job Phil . ( Maureen )

[@BereniceWhittington]

I agree re horse box bar one gent I watched had a load of folding chairs /stools in his and when he set it up for use he just unloaded the seats for his clients. The rest of the time they were just the last things packed away in the bar. He also restocked non-perishable stuff after each use, etc.

[@HeatherT-y7i]

Thank you. God bless you.

[@patdowney4984]

Great job Phil 👏👍

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

As usual you're biting off more than a sane person can chew. LOL I've cleared and cleaned many properties. It can be a mental drain. What always give me fresh energy is looking over the grounds once limbs, branches, twigs and other debris are removed. There's something about a clean landscape that makes the hard work worthwhile. You are getting there! 👍👍👍

[@vbjarnecat]

I googled horsebox bar. It is a lot of pictures and ideas for you.

[@wandacasper5612]

Every thing looks so very pretty, nice.

[@ruthscott5166]

Phil, I use to work in fund development for a non-profit in FL. I really don't think people who haven't been part of set-up/take-down have a clue for much work it takes. We did events in public parks and everything had to be set-up usually early in the am before the event begins and removed the same day. I was in my 40's at the time and it was exhausting. Fortunately we also had a few large indoor events where we could set-up the day before - but again clean-up same day. Wish I had stage experience to give some help. Cheers, Phil and thank you for being a great venue (even with the rain).

[@marilynwade9448]

Your place is beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤

[@carladejonge4951]

So glad your party turned out well! ❤

[@MarySchlotter]

Comments ? Comments about a young man (40) who steps out of his beautiful chateau each day trying to maintain it with such attention to detail historically, and paying it forward charitably? And May I say having gone through a major life change. No you don’t need to answer these comments. I have a son same age as you, who has been through some very similar things in his life the past two years. It’s not easy. Your doing a fantastic job. The work you’ve accomplished,while running the pub and helping friends is amazing. I love the bar ( horse trailer) I look forward to seeing you improve it. The grounds are looking beautiful. Good idea to put everything back in top condition.

[@normhowes2975]

I can honestly say I 'do' remember all my birthdays since I turned 31. My 30th is another story as those from 18 to 30 were considered by me to be a dang good reason to get more hammered than I should have been. Thanks for sharing what you could from this years party and it's a great idea to put things away already to be used for the next party.

[@scottburbridge3170]

here in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania USA, i've seen a horse trailer like yours customized renovated (very beautiful) into a business at festivals. i don't remember what they were selling out of it.

[@lhmcd5538]

I don’t understand how people I think. I’m sorry you feel as if you have to justify yourself Phil about what happened with the party. It takes great preparation and you did a great job. Please ignore the nay sayers. Don’t let them bring you down. I think you have done a fantastic job and you raised money for charities which is more than they have done. Thank you Phil. Please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩