CELEBRATING ONE YEAR at Chateau de Colombe with family and friends - Journey to the Château, Ep. 97

[@dorislong9420]

I love the fact that you're going to save some donkeys. I love them, and some are badly treated. What

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you. It is our hearts desire to save some of these amazing creatures. We absolutely love them. And you are right, some need to be saved. Love your comment. ❤❤❤

[@anacrix]

I think the idea of saving a pair of donkeys is great! And they would be great for taking care of the grass. Happy château anniversary! May you enjoy it many years to come! Keep the great work bringing it to life!

[@kaytiemcd4331]

Congratulations and wishing you many more wonderful years at your beautiful Chateau

[@restlesssoul5853]

Great! If you continue with the same pace as in first year...imagine what will be in 10 years! ;)

[@ritamooney5928]

I’ve been watching you both from the beginning, and I have to say how much I enjoy your videos. You never fail to make me smile. 😊

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you so much!

[@Lilypad5493]

Love your dining room looked very French, Denise did do a fabulous job of that dining table. Dont u just love Donkey's aren't the cute ❤. A big Congratulations on one year at your gorgeous Chateau ❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤🎂🎉🍷🍸🍷🍾🍾

[@lynneh9744]

Happy anniversary. The table setting was very beautiful. I would love if Patrick could share more German recipes; having happily lived and worked in Hiedelberg and a hamlet near Trier for several years when younger, I loved the food, especially the cakes!!.. I do hope you can rehome a couple or few donkeys soon. I could not help but wonder how many of those donkeys with stickers on thier rumps, might end up bought by the meatmen, and even worse than French Abattoirs, could be facing a long journey without food or water, to Italy, where they are destined to become salami. I didn't rate the chances of the poor old boy with the floppy ears having a happy ending. Thank heavens for people like you who can step in to offer the well deserved retirement home that the previous owners who worked them into old age SHOULD be providing them with.

[@joymarks4174]

Congratulations how far you have come in a year. I look forward to seeing the donkeys in your yard one day

[@kathywillis7459]

Happy anniversary guys! So happy for you. LOVE that you are considering adopting donkeys. They’re wonderful creatures and desire a fabulous life like you would offer them.❤️

[@sprivate1333]

CONGRATULATIONS! i hope you watched the first video when you just moved in. The year has flown by and you've accomplished so much. You both seem very happy and we are happy for you. Cheers to many more happy years to come! Hugs!!

[@patcardiff2563]

The food you served wow they were so lucky as your friends to sit at your table and eat such Delicious food the presentation also was just fit for a kingxxxx

[@nicolehopkins2189]

Finally trying to catch up. Wow, it’s been one year already?!😳 You accomplished a lot so far. Glad you made lovely friends and are not regretting the move. 😊 Great job!

[@dianewilson8108]

Happy 1st anniversary to you both, looking forward to seeing many more xxx love the donkeys xx

[@Raxx777]

love the donkeys and Happy Anniversary

[@janetlelham2816]

Omg, thank you thank you so very much for adopting these beautiful donkeys! My favorite animals ❤🙏

[@PablaMMoore]

Poor donkeys they are treated badly some times. It will be so nice to adopt two to keep each other company and give them a nice home to live the rest of their days. ❤

[@WallaceLEddy]

That shot of the dining room and table through the window -- simply gorgeous -- Town & Country will be calling soon!

[@raytoney8619]

Congratulations 🎉🎉on your one year anniversary! Once again Patrick did not disappoint on the food I’m starving looking at it, an the decoration the white table cloths really made the room pop! Light green an white for that room might not be a bad idea? The flowers an candles were such a wonderful touch,everyone smiling an laughing having a wonderful time, love all you guys an watching your progress can’t wait for more Thanks for brightening my days and making me laugh an smile

[@jerrygodwin9084]

The dinner party looked like it was a hit. Happy 1st anniversary you have accomplished so much in one year.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Hi Jerry. It was such a fantastic evening. Thank you for your kind wishes. Love from Colombe. ❤❤❤

[@jamesmcneill2202]

Amazing how many Aussies that are down to earth and trying to spread their wings. ❤️❤️

[@GrandmaSharon]

Angela is very charming! 16:32

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

❤❤❤

[@edwardulrich1515]

How time flies when you're having fun... congratulations on your first anniversary at Château de Colombe, Patrick and Stuart !!! May every year be more promising than the last and every friendship blossom like a perennial garden. A VOTRE SANTÉ 🥂🍾

[@vickiharley6938]

It's been my lifelong ambition to own a donkey. I love them. It will never happen. So, as I seem to be living my life vicariously through you two, get a donkey!!!!!! Get two!!!!!! Do it!!! Do it!!!! 😊

[@wayneenglish2658]

What a beautiful evening you all had

[@DownButNotOutYet]

Good morning Everybody - It was so cold yesterday, cloudy and rain, but today it is sunshine and a lovely video, my day is made! It is lovely to see you all, the dinner party was a huge success, all that should have been there, attended. The table was set lovely, and the food looked delicious. You have excelled yourselves in the kitchen once more and the cake looked gorgeous, wow. Oh I so loved to see those donkeys. They are such beautiful animals, they deserve a lot more attention and love in comparison to what they get, in general. They all looked in very good condition, their coats were lovely, good colour and their eyes were so gentle. They sure loved the loving attention, and it would be great to save a couple, they are perfect for the chateaux grounds so also a goat or two. Then again, we should only keep what we can handle, too many becomes too much. It was lovely sharing with you and Stuart. Angela always looks so relaxed and content. Many blessings.

[@thomasdezanet5793]

What a gorgeous woman!

[@TheSassy1962]

Oh yes, please help the aged out donkeys! They will help with the mowing and you will always have great fertilizer for your plants! I would love to donate for their care.

[@tealeafsen]

Thanks!

[@JourneytotheChateau]

That is so kind! Thank you very much! ❤️😍

[@vickisasso543]

HaPpY HaPPy Anniversary to you 2!!! Patrick & Stuart - France totally agrees with you! You both are glowing! It was the right move for you. Your anniversary dinner celebration so thought out with the food and table settings. The topper was to share this milestone with your family and friends!! PLUS us as watchers!!!

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you, Vicki! 💕

[@susangriffiths8621]

Please, please adopt a couple (or more) donkeys and provide them with safe sanctuary. You are both animal lovers I know and they would be so happy at the chateau with you and you could keep us updated on their dear little lives in your vlogs.

[@dianayavetz6286]

I really loved the table setting and especially the centerpiece on the mirror with artichokes and even copper pieces. Denise is so creative. Congratulations on your 1st anniversary.

[@y.lelivelt2619]

Happy Anniversary,1 year living in the chateau.

[@johnfyfe3233]

Hope you rescue some donkeys.After so many centuries of extraordinary hard work and ,in many cases, cruel treatment,they deserve appreciation and love. They will repay you by providing great fertilizer for your beautiful garden .Congratulations!.You have achieved so much in only one year! ❤❤❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Dear John. I love your comment. ❤❤❤. We are excited that we will be able to give a home to these wonderful animals. They have such soulful eyes. Indeed, they deserve a loving home and we have one to offer. Thank you so very much. Hugs. ❤

[@PetraLemié]

Wie schön, daß Ihr euch so für Tiere einsetzt (hatte selber über 20 Jahre einen Gnadenhof), besonders auch Esel mag ich sehr... 🙋‍♀💖💐LG, P.

[@cjpowers9330]

The celebration looked a great success. Donkeys! I’m very partial to the one whose ears were perpendicular to its head. There is a breed of donkey that is peculiar to France, by the way. A wonderful endeavor to save them.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Yes, they are the Grand Noir du Berry. They are from our area and we have a vlog about their local festival.

[@cjpowers9330]

@@JourneytotheChateau I had no idea about the festival or the VLOG. Have to take a look. There is or was, haven’t been in years, an event at Hancock Shaker Village, near West Stockbridge, Massachusetts all about heritage breeds. One year quite a number of years back, there was one of these donkeys and I was enthralled. Thank you for the information.

[@cjpowers9330]

@@JourneytotheChateau oops, that wasn’t the breed I was referring to, but rather the Baudet du Poitou. A very unusual looking donkey. Hope you take a gander. They’re too much fun.

[@passportandpastry]

Awe... I love the idea of you getting donkeys!

[@lauradoxtater1301]

🥂 to everyone & everything especially the donkeys 🥰

[@Deeply-k3t]

Patrick!!! Please give the full recipe of the Spargel Suppe. Slowly. Remember I am old. 😁 Now, congratulations on your 1st anniversary. I loved those donkeys. I would have had problems not adopting the lot!

[@onamissionize]

How lucky your friends are

[@reneemarais431]

Oooh now for the terrible two's... wink wink. May the next year be filled with blessings in abundance.

[@virginiawestcot3111]

CONGRATULATIONS ❤❤

[@andreww4248]

Wow, can’t believe it’s a year already, congratulations to you both 🥂

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you so much. Indeed, it is one year….. oh my lord…. 😂😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@patricewhitson3923]

Congratulations on ONE year!!! I caught the spoon hanging from the nose. Lol

[@TheKyncita]

Oh my God I love the donkeys..yeeees do it!!

[@sarahlovesdonuts9601]

What a beautiful dinner! I love seeing the new kitchen in action ❤️

[@rvaprep]

Wonderful video of the camaraderie of good friends. Congratulations again on your one year anniversary. I was touched by your compassion for the donkeys and adopting two for a good life. I will donate to save the donkeys if you provide the name of an organization. Take care my friends. Sincerely, Ralph Rocchiccioli

[@rosebudame]

Stuart I always love your music picks. Your first pick was used in the TV show, “My Little Margie” with Gale Storm in the mid 1950’s. Loved it a few years later in syndication. I loved when everyone was toasting, hearing the clinks of the glasses and Patrick I loved when you and Jane were left talking at the table for awhile. 😘😘

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you, Amy! 💕😘

[@ninianmacmillan-keith7435]

The table looks beautiful

[@glorialutes3380]

Happy one year château anniversary! 🎊

[@laurafogel7432]

Cant wait to see how the donkeys and doggies get along!

[@elizabethheatley22]

Just catching up! The dinner looked scrumptious! I love dressing up tables when guests come over. Denise did a beautiful job. It would be wonderful to see donkeys at the chateau. What beautiful animals they are. I get very triggered Patrick when I hear that animals are treated cruelly, and it’s just inhumane that they are sent to a slaughter house once their usefullness is over.Only humans conduct such horrific cruelty. Anyway! Enough of such darkness. Yes! Definitely adopt donkeys! How wonderful! Another great vlog Stuart!

[@lauraturner1290]

That was a fast year!

[@donnabaker6252]

Made my comment before you said about rescuing some donkeys. I think your property would be perfect.

[@rmil4531]

I have watched you from the very first episode. Thank you. I saw that wonderful look of love Patrick…. Stewart and you have something very special. It was lovely seeing your celebration, so natural. Well done.❤️💕❤️

[@lisac1110]

Hallo meine lieben gratuliere great party ihr habt soviel geschaft wunderbar 🎉❤🎉😊

[@patriciadelsey8793]

Happy First Anniversary. Table looked stunning and that dessert ……..

[@margaretglaser6227]

yum yum yum

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

😘💖😘

[@dorothyrowe8832]

You guys have such soft hearts. I’m thrilled that your dreams are coming true!🌼

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

We are quite big softies……. 😮. Thank you so very much. Love your comment. ❤❤❤

[@amyvetter1830]

Happy 1st anniversary to you both, good progress, you both seem so happy there. Such cute donkeys

[@nancystich5863]

Love love love if you could save some donkeys - they really are such beautiful animals ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@randydavis8021]

Apsultely lovely, happy everything

[@normamurray4450]

Wow, lovely guests, fantastic dinner, good cook, good music, gorgeous dining room set up, wonderful people...everyone! Happy 1st Anniversary Patrick and Stuart!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you very much Norma. 💕💖💕

[@rosieibarra2140]

Congratulations on surviving the first year!I must say, everything looked FABULOUS ! The dining room looked stunning and the meal you served-Five star. The donkeys are precious

[@dianneminutes2008]

The table looked beautiful....yes donkeys would be so hice there...

[@lynettepacella9880]

It looks like a lovely party! The table was set beautifully! Always fun to watch!😊

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you. We all had a fantastic time. Hugs. ❤❤❤

[@sylviastead9970]

Congratulations 🎉

[@charc9009]

Congratulations on your one year anniversary! I love the donkeys and they seem to have enjoyed Patrick’s attention! I would love to save them all!! They work so hard and deserve a happy retirement.🫏🫏🫏🫏

[@CynthiaEvans-i2f]

Happy Anniversary!🥳🎂🍷

[@conniebaldino1081]

Happy Anniversary Stuart & Patric. And BTW...you could cook for me anytime. Everything looked delicious!!♥️♥️♥️♥️😘

[@yotzrimtheater9564]

Mazal Tov 🌺

[@DawnYockey]

Omg! I just adore donkeys!!

[@ginny736]

What a delicious dinner……and I swear I could almost taste it! Isn’t it fun to create things in your new kitchen for the enjoyment of your friends? I’m so happy you’re looking into adopting two donkeys and my heart goes out to all the others who don’t find their forever homes. They’re so sweet and docile…you just want to take them all home. But…hey! you have nine dogs so why not nine donkeys?!? You could rename it Sanctuary de Colombe. Love you guys! Your friend Ginny in Georgia 🥰🥰

[@janetellinger9605]

What Fun! Love your dinner guests

[@shirleygraham6229]

A year already. Wow. Best wishes from another Aussie.

[@jonimarchese7655]

Happy Anniversary Patrick and Stuart. "wow" what a year, waiting for your shipping containers, to the dogs going missing, to the renovations, and... all the HAPPY and WONDERFUL, times in between. Looking forward to your next year. Love Denise and Brett, I am happy they have you and as friends. A big hello to Angela. Love from N.Y.

[@sheilaosullivan3056]

Hello all at Chateau de Colombe, congratulations on your anniversary and looking forward to sharing many more with you. Stuart the opera cake looked delicious and I might have a go at making one myself this weekend. Patrick I was so moved at you stroking the lovely donkey’s they are such lovely animals and it breaks my heart to think of them going to the slaughter house. I hope others will be inspired to adopt a donkey. Big hugs from Ireland .x🇨🇮🤗🤗

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you, Sheila! 💕

[@soniagallaher3544]

Congratulations on one year. I have been following you from the start. Hope you can get your lawn mower fixed soon.

[@conormaguire9775]

Ihr Eselprojekt ist eine wunderbare Idee! Bravo!

[@maryannrecht7605]

The dining room was lovely, the table setting beautiful, the food looked scrumptiousand the companty sublime. I was very envious. Thanks, Marianne, Chicago.

[@sandraberry612]

Hi Patrick & Stuart, Congratulations on your one year celebration 🎉 party 🥂🍾 Your food looked absolutely delicious 😋 🥰

[@_Tiamat_.]

💜💙💚

[@JourneytotheChateau]

💕💕

[@thomasdezanet5793]

Angela is lovely!

[@paris0551]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 One year already, your dinner looked delicious, and the table really was beautifully set. Take care xx

[@catherinemtc7795]

Happy 1yr. Anniversary Patrick and Stuart. That went quick for me. 😀 But seriously look at all you’ve accomplished with your chateau. Can’t wait to see the remainder of what you accomplish. Patrick that donkey liked it’s scratches. You were putting him/her to sleep.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

I watched the chateau tour before this one and NOW I understand the donkey reference! Guys, what could possibly be better than a beautiful french chateau full of dogs? A beautiful french chateau full of dogs with donkeys! 🙌❤️👌 A donkey is an old dream of mine, and two too keep eachother company is even better. (I've a soft spot for cattle too actually. Very peaceful soulful animals). I think the idea of giving sanctuary to two donkeys deserving their golden years is outstanding! You'll have loads of fun for sure, and manure for your gardens and help with the tall grass as well! That local breed of donkey is a very handsome one I must say! Lovely to see you celebrate your first year as Chatelaines and pleasantly surprized to hear Callas belting it out in the background (you never know what music the chateau youtubers listen to as they are overly cautious about copyright issues so we only get to hear the videotrack tunes) I was wondering, did your friends make an offer on the chateau you filmed? You never mentioned the asking price, and I was of course very curious to know, or did I miss that bit? Congratulations again guys, you should be very proud of your many amazing achievements this past year! Bisous / Jo 💕

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you! ❤️

[@shoshabeal]

Love watching

[@gloriageddes5421]

Oh, forgot. I like the big donkeys also, and who could ask for a better Sanctuary than château De Colombe

[@sallystites2946]

So proud of what you have accomplished in only one year. Looks like you need to put silver serving trays in your next thrift shopping trip. Donkey rescue is so admirable. Hoping to visit your gite in France next year. Take care.

[@debbiferguson9669]

What a delightful celebratory evening at the chateau! Good food, spirits, and the lively art of conversation. The last bit of the senence is a steal from Chicago's very own Irv Kupcinet. Remembering staying up late Saturday night to watch b&w tv and learn which celebrities joined Irv in studio. A more gentile time many years ago. Congratulations on your first anniversary at the chateau!! In love with donkeys. Just learned that donkeys are used as livestock guardians, predators beware of braying and possibility of a swift kick. Their eyes are soulful and have such expressive ears. Thank you for sharing your adventures in France.

[@nativetexson]

Happy "move-to-france-iversary"! So fun to see Denise & Brett with you guys (as well as Tony & Jane and the other couple). The asparagus soup is amazing. The entire dinner looked terrific. I enjoy cooking and this counted as a short "foodie" movie. Cheers-

[@inaboucher144]

Joyeux Anniversaire. 🥂Thanks for including us for the celebration. Wow how time flies. Hugs to all and stay well. 😘

[@JLoz1852]

A couple of Donkey would be lovely 🥰 and Congrat on your first year 🎉

[@marilynnash1197]

Congratulations on your 1st anniversary at the chateau. Your celebration party looked like you all had a wonderful time. 😊

[@eleanorchapple8772]

I find I have been following you - good lord- a year already. You have done so much and gathered around you such a multitude of friends it is always a joy to see your channel. Your meals are amazing your gardens spectacular and your dogs adorable. Long May you be around to enrich my life!

[@susanneking2524]

The food looked amazing! I love that Opera cake you made, it's my favorite dessert when we go to the little French bistro in our neighborhood. The donkeys are adorable!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you so much. Needless to say, I love opera cake too and I should avoid it….😂😂😂😂. We love donkeys and hope to get the funds to save 2-3 of these amazing animals. Maybe one day we will have a dinner at tour bistro together! Hugs. ❤❤❤

[@susanbellefeuille]

I'm with you on the donkeys love them!

[@jamesmcneill2202]

Stewart and Patrick. It was great to hear. I could even understand some of the language. 😆. It’s how it’s delivered. As a hard of hearing guy from 5 years old.

[@Margaux247]

Happy Anniversary! Love, love all you do!❤

[@nicholasfryee7867]

Congratulations 🎉 I so enjoy your vlogs Kind regards Nicholas

[@shirleysmith5394]

Patrick you are such an inspiration on the food areas, please do more cooking videos. Thx and much love