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[@gaiafox4286]

I absolutely love how real you've always been and still are, no pretence, no catalogue soulless content, real beauty, real life, thank you, your videos are a breath of fresh air and I'm looking forward to the renovation ones as these had been my guilty pleasure for quite some time, thank you for inviting us on this journey 😊

[@pheart2381]

I agree. Its so irritating to get halfway through a video to realise its all been designed around an advert for a mattress or a food delivery company. "I love my kitchen...and thats why Ive been using greenwave cleaning products for 5 days. Green wave have kindly sponsered this video"...etc etc

[@nodice8312]

AGREED!

[@justineleconte]

Thank you so much!!

[@IEVAKambarovaite]

I couldn't stop smiling watching this video. Feels like I'm watching my sister or a bestie move and enter a new chapter in her life.

[@zakia484]

Don't you just want to drop by Justine's place for a quick hi because she's just that real? 😊

[@connieseward8773]

Thank you for being so kind to the previous owners by not trashing or mocking their design choices. As you were showing us the bathroom and kitchen, I had a fleeting moment of the excitement and joy they must have felt when their upgrades were new. This is going to be a very exciting project/hobby for you. Enjoy!

[@sranyak]

For your pasty pigeons, I hang bird repellent wind twisting, birds flash tape, and stainless steel glazing balls I put in a stainless steel designer bowl to place on my outdoor coffee table. All these suggestions have worked for me. God bless your new home. 💜

[@andreaedwards8644]

Justine please continue to keep us up to date with your project. It will be wonderful to see this house morph into the home of your dreams. Thank you very much for bringing us along with you on this exciting time in your life. 💚

[@octavia088]

I appreciate that you don’t plan to make your home look like a photo shoot when you vlog. By showing your home as you live in it, you convey a bit of your personality and taste. We are able to feel the warmth, which makes your videos all the more enjoyable to watch.

[@petra3865]

Having lived for 40 years in Amsterdam, we're used to pigeons. We call them 'flying rats' over here. The spikes work well! Spikes don't hurt them, but simply prevend them from landing there. In stead, they land on the roof or tree. ;-) Hope it helps

[@nellikat]

But smaller birds could be dragged by the wind and spit on those spikes

[@sdraper2011]

@@nellikat I have never seen anything like that happen. I think the word "spike" is putting you off. They aren't sharp.

[@mynamename5172]

@@sdraper2011 I second that. The spikes aren't really sharp, just uncomfortable for pigeons to walk and sit on. We tried the fake owls and the pigeons seemed to like them, used them as a sort of wind break or back rest or friend - we were never sure which - but for us the fake owls were the opposite of effective.

[@rudarudzik9483]

That's not true, spikes cause feet injuries in pigeons

[@mynamename5172]

@@rudarudzik9483 I don't know what spikes the French use, but ours are plastic and not very sharp. Pigeons are urban birds, their feet walk on many things. Our spikes are not the worst of them. Just uncomfortable enough to make them select another location to do whatever they do.

[@tracygooyers3702]

So wonderful to see the spark and enthusiasm in your eyes. What a lot of fun we are going to have watching the renovation! (And it's "case in point")

[@lelena1534]

Dear Justine, I have never seen you so happy and excited. I can’t wait to see what you do with the bathroom and kitchen. I love the outside charm of the house, the entrance with roses is beautiful! Following your journey from Canada, BC.

[@patriciastewart2537]

And, more beautiful than ever!

[@marysue4729]

Farmers here in Japan recycle old CDs to keep birds off their fields. They hang them on string, so they turn in the wind and sparkle in the sun, which is startling to birds, I guess! Your house looks lovely, I can't wait for you to have the gorgeous bathroom you're envisioning.

[@mariett2060]

We do that too in Greece! (I've tried everything!) But it's not working for a long time! They're getting use to it and they see its harmless! And after a while the CD's are loosing their shine, they break, they fall... Ah! 😌

[@janeseemann2527]

I have CDs in one tree but I use bird spikes on my house. The cockatoos were actually gnawing the timber!

[@milab8870]

We also do that in the South of France too 😄

[@maureenlancaster1694]

I did it too in Cheshire uk but birds weren’t at all bothered by it. Completely ineffective

[@sherylwickenheiser2582]

I did hang cd’s in our cherry trees to keep the birds out and it worked! I’m in south central Pennsylvania.

[@strawberry1025]

Justine you're literally glowing from within! So delighted for you and so looking forward to seeing your renovation process. Even just seeing that particular French shaped window in your kitchen panged my heart with longing to return to France.

[@realitywins2177]

It’s true. Glowing. 🌞

[@abacus299]

That kitchen ceiling - wow! Also love those 3 built in cupboards so hope they stay. Looking forward to see the renovation unfold.

[@user-no2mz9hl4f]

It is a pleasure in surprise and anticipation. The fun part for us is that we needn’t worry about any of the work. The fun part for Justine is that she’s able to enjoy the fruit of her labours.

[@wendywolfe398]

There are falconer that will bring their raptors to fly around your property every few months. They don't try to catch/ kill the pigeons, just scares them into thinking if they live here, we don't want to stay. Josie and Charlie from Fashion Mumbler Utube channel have used them and it's been very successful. I love your new home and am so excited to see your renovations. I also appreciate that you show real life, not staged life.

[@jammyhoofman2302]

Hello 👋 Wendy how are you doing?

[@mariem5555]

In Puerto Rico at my uncle’s condo he used fishing line attached to go from one side of the window to the other. This is to deter the pigeons from landing on the sill and it doesn’t bother the view. Congratulations on your new home. I can’t wait to see how the renovations go. :)

[@WALLYANDTINA]

How clever!

[@erinniccoinn1gh]

i did not expect this to make me so sad. it's absolutely gorgeous - in ireland, housing has been a crisis for decades now, and during the pandemic my young family and i were evicted and our home rented out from under us... actually owning a house like this would be an unimaginable luxury here. i can't imagine how safe ye must feel. my family is lucky we have a home at all

[@barbarawild2478]

I'm so sorry! Have worked for Opera Theatres all my life: limited contracts, frequent moves, repeated times of unemployment, one daughter, three marriages, no parental home (as in property), so there were times I feared my next home would be under a bridge... Terrible! So you have a place to stay now? Pandemic found us high and dry in my husbands parental farm, so I'm grateful. Wishing you all the best from Austria! Barbara

[@jenjones90]

Why were you evicted?

[@annawhiteley3128]

We were illegally thrown out during the pandemic too. Homeless for a year and a half and finally own an RV trailer. So many Americans were turned out of their homes too; we feel blessed and lucky. 🙏

[@sarahwatts7152]

I did my graduate degree in Galway and had such a hard time finding a place. I hear it's even worse now, which is just maddening

[@queenbunnyfoofoo6112]

​@@annawhiteley3128 What was illegal about your eviction?

[@julierawlins5984]

The fireplace mantel in the background is gorgeous also kitchen ceiling is a knock out. Sorry about the pigeons, the spikes are really the only thing that works.

[@sebnemb935]

Hi Justine, I struggled with pigeons for five, six years until I found the right solution. I tried things that did not work: moving fake owls, fake ravens, colourful shiny bands, shiny balloons, sticky bands, cinnamon powder, bird repellent powders/liquids /sprays (natural and chemical). What finally worked for me was using nets, very slim ones. I cover the borders of my balcony so that they cannot enter. It does not look the best, but I am relieved of cleaning after the pigeons. Some of my neighbours are also using spikes; it seems like working for them. It was not an option for me to cover every other piece of landing space, so I did not choose spikes. By the way, I have observed many pigeons over the years ( hahahah what a life ); pigeons are very smart and do not land on the spikes. Finally, the net I am using may not be the most elegant looking, but it is not also visible from a distance. I hope this helps. Good luck with your new adventure it is very inspiring. I hope I can also do something similar one day.

[@TheYgernependragon]

hi Justine! best advice about pigeons I received from my Aix en provence neighbour: buy a few inexpensive plastic toy snakes (realistic size) and attach them with fishing line wherever you think it's needed. leave the line a bit loose so that the snake will have movement in the wind. i attached mine close to the gutters, shutters, roof etc.. it works wonders, no more poop or noise and it's harmless =)

[@annekeller4180]

Hmmm, I wonder whether that would work in snake free countries like New Zealand? Maybe inherited instinct? I'm going to try this, thank you!

[@joannachekowska3216]

I will try with snakes too. Thank you for tip.

[@sweetydeerhound4075]

TheYgernependragon Yes, correct i love pigeons and doves intelligent birds ( crows and ravens and perroquets are on top of the list of intelligence ) if you have a car, do not forget to put one or two plastic snakes on the roof of your car... Thank you so much for not harming my beloved birds. stay all safe Hello and Santé "a megapinte " of french savourous red wine, from a french in the south west of france

[@primrosed2338]

It's interesting to see the natural historical details in your home, that are emulated now in modern home renovations. Can't wait to see what you do!

[@dianes5889]

hi justine, I've watched you for about 4 years, I'm so happy or you and proud of what you have accomplished! excited for you, and thank you for inviting us on this journey! xoxo

[@brunaramalhogalamba4884]

As an archaeologist specialized in Archaeology of Architecture (the many moments of construction of a certain place), it is wonderful to know that you plan to keep those moments of construction of your house. Most people want to destroy them 😔 So I appalud you! About the pigeons, in Portugal we have way to many... those pikes don't really work, they always find a way to land in that place and even built their nests without getting hurt. I know that falcons keep them at bay, in many public places, we have hired people with falcons so the pigeons don't get near. Consider getting one in plastic that moves (like the owl), maybe it will work!

[@gnarbeljo8980]

We use them in Scandinavia to keep seagulls from pooping on jetties and boats, and it works if you use the ones with long telescopic pole that sortof hovers in a circle. Seagulls are much more aggressive and sneaky, so it should work very well for pigeons I think!

[@glynnL]

Such an interesting specialization, what program were you in?

[@carolinewjordan]

We use rubber snakes! The pikes are hideous and definitely what I would call "aggressive architecture".

[@gnarbeljo8980]

@@carolinewjordan my friends out in the archapelago do too! I was there the other day and was a little startled at first glance, twice i almost went "look, a..." So I can totallt see why birds would be unnerved by them lol. 😂

[@silviaelfakih100]

In my childhood home we had pigeon problems for several years. They favorite place was that balcony's planter. My mom did EVERYTHING to get rid of them. Do you know what was the solution? My sister was working in a school project by painting red and blue spirals around a broomstick. She accidentally dropped it in the planter, and as we lived in a 11th floor, it was imposible to get it again. The pigeons were never seen again. Then, somebody told us that maybe the pigeons confused the painted broomstick with a snake.

[@ayshafareed4935]

👍This might work for people with fruit trees that are damaged by birds or fruit bats without hurting them. You can buy fake rubber snakes..if not colourful enough just paint a couple of bright stripes on and place on a branch...!! Cheap idea to try.... Greetings from Aus...

[@madame.banoffee]

maybe- because it looks like the eye of a falcon, they’re scared of.

[@katymcdonald5481]

I wonder if it was the colour, pattern or form? You could experiment and see if simply painting colourful stripes on your window sills deterred them or if it was actually the shape of the broomstick that could of been snake like. Often in nature bright colours signify toxins so birds shy away from eating brightly coloured insects and fruits.

[@theaweavers8576]

Plastic snakes ...

[@karinbinnie1862]

We were advised to get a plastic snake to prevent the birds from eating the strawberries. It really worked. But one evening a neighbor was checking the house while we were on vacation and saw it and nearly had a heart attack - we have rattlesnakes here. He nearly killed it with a hoe before he realized it wasn't moving. Now it's a great story to remember.

[@She17489]

Can't wait to see what you're gonna do with this house - it definitely has a lot of potential. By the way, you look wonderful, Justine - Provence really suits you! :)

[@anitaboone2985]

I am so excited to see the transformation that you are going to bring to this house. It’s wonderful that you are returning it to its roots, with some modern conveniences! Looking forward to your “after“ video.

[@Irene.Shalom]

Hey Justine, the spikes don't really hurt them. It just prevents them to land because they find an obstacle, they don't actually get stung

[@alexia86gr]

That was also my understanding, until i saw pigeons penetrated by the spikes in a building. I don't get why they're recommended by RSPB. After seeing that, I would never take that risk.

[@sophielove7687]

I've never seen a pigeon pierced by the spikes and we have them on most buildings in my city. Therefore, I'd conclude it's quite rare. But, Justine, if you choose not to risk it - my neighbor unfortunately lives with a flock of pigeons on the roof and around her house at all times. She puts plastic bags around her bedroom window. So that they make noise and discourage the pigeons from landing. I've seen her try the noise making machines, but the birds just get used to the 'pew pew' and 'shoo shoo', so the relief is short lived. The moving objects have worked alright from what I've observed. She puts the bags on a stick through a slightly opened window, but I'm pretty sure you could easily find a way to attach them outside. Also, if you ever happen to have a balcony that gets claimed by the pigeons, then sadly putting up a net around the whole space is the only option that has worked in my experience. They're very stubborn little munchkins.

[@janew5550]

@@alexia86gr Strange, I live in a city full of spikes and I have never seen a pigeon pierced with spike. Pigeons are light and spikes are not sharp, so the only way I could see this happening is insanely strong and very directed wind or cruel human (unfortunately, I would bet on the latter :( )

[@skarabej]

In my city people usually install plastic crows (the owl you have is way more aesthetically pleasing) and hang few CDs so they reflect light and disturb the pigeons. Not very aesthetic also.

[@rayyg786]

@@alexia86gr pigeons? Multiple? That's so weird, almost pysically impossible. Those spikes are not sharp. They have a flat top. Something must have smashed them violently for them to get hurt.

[@Noreen_Reynoso22]

Can’t wait to see you transform this house from a house to a “Home with a soul”. 🏡♥️ 5:37 Yes, it’s not an island. It’s a peninsula. 🤗

[@sealparis7]

So happy for you Justine! You look inspired. The “rosiers grimpants”outside of your house are amazing!!!

[@bethodell9165]

Thank you for allowing us to see the progress in your new home. I love architecture & design so your new home videos are fabulous for me - such fun!!

[@raraavis7782]

Ahahaha. Usually, when I see people's 'before' picture, I'm like: 'Hey, that looks like a perfectly fine bathroom/kitchen to me! Why would you rip all of that out and replace it needlessly?' But...well. Let's just say I agree, yours needs a real make over 😅

[@justineleconte]

hahaha yep, it does!

[@pavla2055]

I'm glad you're exited about your home renos . I love the creative process ! We moved a couple of months ago and told very few people that we were moving to a new city to avoid all the questions and mostly negative comments that seem to come with every decision we make . It is very freeing and awakens the soul to come to a new place . Wrought iron spikes to keep the birds from landing is commonly used and does not hurt them - they'll just go elsewhere . Some people use netting . I've read of putting vaseline on steel surfaces to keep them from landing there but imagine it leaves a mess to clean up at some point . You're so fortunate to be living in beautiful southern France !

[@AnaMariaFernandezPujals]

I have also seen folks who hire falconers to come by and have their falcons fly around the property a few times per month to encourage them to find a new home elsewhere. The falcons are well trained and don’t kill any pigeons while on their hired flights, but naturally the pigeons see them as predators and move to find another home.

[@valeriesuttonpayne7413]

Can’t wait to see your renovations underway. Love, love, love the house! Want to see more. Justine, you’re such a delight.

[@digitalmimi]

I’m so excited for you! I cant wait to see the renovations. Everything looks so beautiful… so charming

[@darlosmurf148]

Omg the roses around the door ❤️ at that point I was enraptured! You must both be so happy. What an exciting time. I love Provence - beautiful x

[@tibbybraun8757]

Bonjour Justine, fellow French with pigeon problem here. Spikes are the way to go : it's super efficient and does not cause any harm since it only blocks the space. Do not bother trying the ultrason gadget you find at Brico to repell them, it absolutly does not work and makes a horrendous skreeky noise. Best of luck with the canicule and congrats on your gorgeous bouse. Welcome back ;)

[@justineleconte]

OK... Then I think I'm gonna go with the spikes. Thanks to you & everyone who recommended it!

[@janeburkhart4051]

It's wonderful to see you so happy, Justine! I'm looking forward to more renovation videos!

[@marijakneta3206]

How exciting Justine, a new beginning, all the best of luck to you in the renovation journey, this will be a dream home!

[@claretravels783]

Wow Justine your house looks so beautiful!! An old house in the south of France and the resources to renovate it beautifully; what an absolute dream 🥰 I can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@eva7673]

For central heating: The 'modern' way (which the romans already used over 2000 years ago) is to put hot water pipes in the floor and that heat would rise and warm you up right up from your toes. All pipes are hidden and the central 'stove' hidden wherever you prefer so... nice. The only consideration is if you have old floors that you won't remove.

[@zoep243]

Oui, floor radiant heat is so lovely….wall heat registers with water or the newer technologies (?oil) are functional and can be decorative as well.

[@beatricemosor]

I'm already obsessed with the old details in your new house and can't wait to see how you'll mix old and new in future renovation videos :D

[@hopecreekranch365]

I’m so thrilled for you! As a designer I’m sure it’s exciting to have a project like this to dive into. I can’t wait to see what you do with it!!!

[@zebralove2840]

I think it's fantastic that you intend to show your home the way you live in it and not as if it's a photo shoot. That's what I call authentic, and relatable. All the best to you on your exciting plans!

[@the_resourceful]

May you find many years of joy in Provence! ✨ Maison Heureuse! Plant some lavender on the southern side!

[@rneustel388]

How exciting it will be to go along on this renovation journey with you, and to enjoy seeing you make this lovely historical house your home!

[@aleahduitsman9090]

How exciting Justine! I LOVE the ceiling in the kitchen! And the large cupboards and seeing all the history of the different walls and spaces that were added over time. I can see all the potential even in these two spaces. I can't wait to see what you do! I feel inspired and energized just watching this video! I hope you have fun with all the ways you get to be creative in your new house! ❤️️

[@nisrifa]

Regarding the pidgeons: the spikes are a good solution, here are a few more suggestions 1) there are ultrasound machines that give away a sound irritating to pidgeons that humans can not hear 2) crow "statues" on the roof or balkony should also help keeping pidgeons at a distance 3) also helpful are silvery chimes or windmills or anything that is reflecting light while moving 3) pidgeons allegedly despise scents like dogs, cats, carnations, vinegar - but they also get used to scents quickly. Getting a cat when you live in an old house & a rural area might be a good idea in general to deal with mice and other rodents. 4) You can hire a falconer to hunt some pidgeons but that is better done by the village council. You don't want to upset neighbours who are breeding pidgeons for a hobby and this is only recommended if there is a severe over population. Pidgeon waste is actually quite good as fertilizer, so they do contribute more than one might think I hope you find peace, love and inspiration in your new home, it looks amazing and I look forward to watching more videos on the renovation progress. (I love the south of france, Arles being one of my favourite cities in Europe)

[@lynnfenwick9347]

Pidgeon poop is toxic - Diseases associated with pigeon droppings include Cryptococcosis, Histoplasmosis and Psittacosis.

[@nisrifa]

@@lynnfenwick9347 true, you have to be careful if you were going to use it and dilute it among other things

[@CBEEBLE]

There are lots of ways to deter pigeons. Using a falconer could be an option. The hawks don’t kill but the pigeons will scatter and leave when they see a bird of prey. There are also audio / sonic systems which keep pigeons at bay. There is an falconer near Avignon. Cedric Toubas who has a website which explains the method.

[@christineb8148]

Anecdotally, we live in an urban area with a lot of doves and pigeons but there are a couple of types of raptors that hang out in the courtyard area between our buildings and they significantly reduce the number of pigeons hanging out on our fire escape while they are in residence. Sometimes the raptors eat the pigeons but mostly they just head for cover when the bird birds are around.

[@summerdaysallyear]

All my best wishes for this new beginning!!!! It's amazing - to say the least - moving in a house like yours, let alone renovating! I'm sure you know it's for the best to take your time with the renovations and the decorations, to find each piece, to see how one may organise each space. It's a dream and you should enjoy it!!!!

[@annebrown3538]

What a fantastic project Justine I can’t wait to see the improvements as you go along, such great potential x

[@monmegg3246]

You have said "we have moved", "we will" "we etc" so if is not just YOU alone than everything will be easier. I am stuck in London, which I love it but being only ME is a bit different. With all the beauty to be single and free :)

[@randigerber1926]

Yes, I noticed her repeated use of "we" also. Justine, I've been following you for a few years now; you are lovely and charming, and thoughtfully logical, a real pleasure to spend time with. As we say in my neighborhood, "Mazal tov!" I look forward to seeing the changes you make, and watching you evolve. I wish you continued success and everything good!

[@Sasha-mb3rv]

Pour les pigeons je dirais : un chat. Il fera sa ronde et a défaut de les attraper il les maintiendra à distance ! Les pics en fer ne les blessent pas, ça les empêche juste de se poser, mais c'est vrai que c'est pas très esthétique.

[@rayyg786]

Maybe a few chats. Not sure one would really do the trick..but you'd be rid of mice for sure👍 à la campagne, il faut quelque chat.

[@sweetydeerhound4075]

Lucie DG sauf que les chats sont assez toxiques pour la biodiversité, en effet, ils prélèvent beaucoup trop de petits animaux, notament des oiseaux, qui eux sont pollonisateurs, comme les abeilles et le vent. Bref, ils prélèvent beaucoup trop de petits mammifères aussi... Pour les humains c'est pratique. Dramatique pour la biodiversité...

[@Habibidance]

Congratulations on the move Justine❤ So excited to see the process of the renovations you will be doing to your home! LOVE your channel & Congratulations on the YT Milestone!!!!!

[@Tttxxxj]

Exciting!!! I can’t wait to see the progress :)

[@gailjacobson7088]

I just love that you’re vlogging this process. I’ve been a kitchen and bath designer for the last 20 years and would be so excited to work on a project like this. I can’t wait to see the renovations once they’re done!

[@islandbirdw]

Changing from a place like Berlin to Provence wow, must feel a little like you’ve come home. Most French people who still live in Europe are pretty loyal still to their old country roots. Imagine the garden potential there too. Growing sunflowers, herbs de Provence and lavender

[@ericakindl1782]

Congratulations on your move, Justine. You inspire me with your ideas, how warm you are, and your bravery and risk taking.

[@amandazelaya2969]

Can’t wait to see what you do to your house, love that fact that you still want to conserve it’s history but with a modern perspective. Best wishes keep us posted on the renovations.

[@frustrateduser9933]

I love seeing houses in other countries, especially older ones. Im glad she didn't stage it but just showed it as is. It didn't look cluttered anyway.

[@tamcon72]

As a former architecture major, I sympathize with your "designer's revulsion" at certain elements of the interior architecture and finishes! I'm really excited to see what you do with this place; it has a great deal of potential and was sturdily built. Good bones count for a lot! As for the pigeons, dummy owls and a few yard cats should do the job. Thanks for posting!

[@veronikavysoudilova9697]

Pigeons might not be as scared of cats as we would hope so. We have two (indoors) and pigeons don't hesitate to land on our windows 😅

[@tamcon72]

@@veronikavysoudilova9697 If they were outside, it would act as a deterrent, though.

[@iremfrat7771]

@@veronikavysoudilova9697 We don't have many pigeons in the area but I found out that our outside cats actually ate one. After living 10 years in this house, I don't see any birds on the ground anymore 🤷

[@shortsnaps7452]

Exciting new chapter!!

[@evac3]

Good luck with this new chapter of your life! Have fun with renovating the house and we are looking forward to seeing new videos about the process :)

[@MercifulSky]

So beautiful! As for the birds, I believe things that make sudden noises like wind chimes can deter pigeons and well as things that reflect light. Some businesses in my city in the US will set up something like a speaker that will periodically make the call of a predator bird such as an owl to also scare them away.

[@jenniferwightwick5158]

If I could add in a friendly way some vocabulary: load-bearing wall and extractor fan 😉👍🏻. And oh, those green shutters, j'adore 😍!

[@emmabee5027]

so happy for you!!! i have been following you all these years and i can see now how excited you are!!! all the best and can't wait to see the renovated house!!!

[@taragibbons6616]

SO happy for you Justine! I've been following you since the start and refer you to my friends because you are a breath of fresh air! I love your honesty, your style and your designs! I am SO HAPPY for you and I 100% support that a move to France (Provence) is a great move for you! SO very happy for you Justine! This is going to be one of your greatest projects yet! Can't wait to see how your new home develops!

[@susanne5803]

Where I live the city built comfortable guarded homes for the pigeons - and exchange part of their eggs against artificial ones so that the numbers get controlled. But that's a serious community effort. I'm very happy for you with your new surroundings! Fingers crossed you pass the million soon! 🤗

[@hengwin]

But only with city pigeons which are basically abandoned pets. Wild pigeons' - which I'm assume Justine has - eggs must not be touched.

[@SweetOsoka]

Omg🤣🤣🤣their eggs exchanged for artifil ones

[@hengwin]

@@SweetOsoka for city pigeons (hated by society, not taken care of by anyone, often treated brutally and always on the verge of starving) that's the only way to minimize suffering because they are bred to breed basically constantly, way more than any wild bird.

[@susanne5803]

@@hengwin Exchanging eggs and feeding them at several regularly cleaned and guarded pigeon homes turned out to be the only somewhat reliable way to prevent some people to feed them their sugary and fatty garbage and some other people to catch them for a free meal - and the pigeon numbers to explode. We tried lots of things. People are usually the greater problem ...

[@SweetOsoka]

@@hengwin well i never hated pigeons.

[@aliblue3605]

Love how your still your sweet, real self. No sugar coating the mess. SO REAL! Congrats on your new home.

[@alligator3649]

Justin , I really love your content because they are real , straight to the point, practical and helpful . I hope you never lose inspiration to make these helpful videos . Lots of love 🥀✨🥀

[@kellyboddie1804]

I love that you are kind enough to share your new home with us. Excited to see what you do !!

[@abeach5420]

1 millions sub mark is just awaiting to cross the threshold of your lovely wee palace. So very deserving Justine. Congrats again on this new and exciting move.

[@operalove7221]

A very exciting journey ahead for you - I'm really looking forward to seeing the progress. Delighted to hear the PVC windows are going 👌 I'm glad you're doing this project - you'll totally respect the heritage of the house while achieving your aims with it. Congratulations Justine ❤️

[@GrumpetteJV]

What a great adventure!!! Love love love your house!!! Congratulations on finding your magical home. I bet it's going to be beautiful and amazing. Can't wait to see more!

[@sarahsunsetpark]

Justine, so excited to see your house renovation unfold on KZbin. It’s so nice to see you in natural light you look gorgeous. I love the French countryside and villages. I was fortunate enough to live with a French family during my junior year abroad in Tours. One of the best times of my life. Looking forward to following your renovation journey. All the best, Sarah

[@PatMcFadyenGrowingGradeByGrade]

Hi, Justine, I'm so excited to come along on your new journey! I love home renovations and can't wait to see yours!

[@robertfaulkner9105]

So exciting and inspiring! I can’t wait to see what you do with kitchen and bathroom. I totally agree about the photo-shoot houses. This house will be in the best of hands.

[@katiestegman8083]

Ooooooo this is so exciting!! I can't wait to see your renovations. Congrats on the big move and best of luck in this next chapter of life!

[@sadkarisma]

Hello Justine :) I'm so glad you're moving forward. I barely barely get get time to watch most of the stuff you put out but, what ever I have seen and learnt is definitely solid. As is evident, I do comeback for how genuine you are and for reference. Thank you. The place looks amazing. Best wishes.

[@patriciabennett1819]

Hi Justine, I am so happy for you moving to Provence. I truly know that everything will be beautiful and time to start a new chapter and adventure. Wishing you the very best and family. Thank you so very much. Kindest regards from England

[@ladyliddie7721]

Your new house looks like any creative person's dream to live in! I can see the excitement and inspiration in your eyes already ☺️ can't wait to see the process, and I don't mind if your videos are not all fashion related. Just love seeing you on your journey!

[@RebelPickle]

Many congratulations and best wishes for you and your new home! I hope your renovations go as smoothly as possible and I look forward to seeing the changes, both large and small. It was very smart to remember to take "before" photos - comparing to the 'After' photos will be something you can look back on for years to come!

[@gretchenhejazi9463]

I am so excited for you. This is going to be a learning example for all of us also. Can hardly wait to see the end results. What a beautiful part of this world to live.

[@julieschnorenberg5370]

Oh, how fun and invigorating to have this wonderful house to renovate! I can’t wait to watch the process. Felicitations, Justine!

[@SH-wk6po]

Wow how much this channel has grown, and Justine is nearly at 1MIL subs!! 👏🙌😊 I've been watching since pretty close to the beginning of it all, and it's so wonderful to see how it's progressed. I'm a big fan of home builds, renovations and interior design (e.g like Ana White channel), so I can't wait to see all the home updates!! 🏡

[@maria04GR]

Lovely house, Justine!! Good luck with the renovations! I know you will decorate it amazingly!!! Sending loads of positive energy!!

[@TekGeisha]

Justine, keep us posted! We want to see more of your journey in decorating the house 🌷

[@Frustrated_Traveller]

Love the kitchen ceiling 🥰 I can’t wait to see what you do with the bathroom.

[@greenlandgem]

What a marvellous project! Thank you for sharing - I'm so looking forward to seeing how you develop the space. And I'm so happy to see you revelling in your renewed inspiration. :D

[@michellewhelan3961]

This is so exciting!!! I look forward to your home transformation. I have followed you for quite some time and am happy to see you happy!!!

[@Pharaonin62]

Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Umzug in dieses wunderschöne Haus und viel Glück beim Einrichten und teilweisen Neugestalten. Liebe Grüße

[@user-tf3yi1kg6t]

What a picturesque village and a gorgeous villa ( mansion?)! So happy for you! Kudos to your new chapter in a new place 👍🏽

[@dianastanton2545]

So much potential in your new home and I’m looking forward to seeing the new renovations and love your videos 😊

[@nadineclarke2130]

Can't wait to see updates! What a great process to be part of

[@murielgeiger945]

I absolutely love the South of France. I am originally from Normandie and my parents often took us to the south of France for a holiday. I just loved it, especially the beautiful houses and their flowers, the sun etc... and it makes me feel so homesick. I live in Australia now! I am so looking forward to your renovations and enjoy the process as much as you can.😘

[@Flamecrowned]

Congratulations Justine! I absolutely love your channel and I'm really excited for this new chapter! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

[@janewahlgren-dowell1101]

👏🏼👏🏼 SO VERY HAPPY for you, darling Justine!! SUCH a dream to live in South of France! 💕 I’m looking forward to following your renovations & progress😍

[@kaiduran528]

Congratulations, lovely Justine! I know you will make this new space shine like it was in its glory days! You're so real, I appreciate your honesty.

[@PsycheAnimus]

Please, please, please show us the renovation process 🙏 oftentimes I feel like new homes or renovated homes completely lack soul. It's so refreshing to see someone who wants to incorporate the history of the land into their home ❤️

[@bluejay5531]

Merci Justine for inviting us into your new house soon to become your soulful home...you are already starting to infuse your energy into it.. I LOVE renovations and I really enjoy your process of taking us through it...best wishes, may this new space give you much happiness and fulfillment 🌷

[@susanvp4685]

Congratulations on +950,000 subs…WOW!!!! Love this video and so excited to follow you on this beautiful journey. Looking forward to all your upcoming videos turning this historic building into your new home 🇨🇦❤️

[@rubiorozco1369]

I never knew I could truly enjoy watching someone on KZbin that also looks truly genuine and impulses me to be better, to learn to no be scared of changes! God bless you Justine, I look forward to all your content 🤍🤗

[@MK-zm7de]

Congratulations on your house! I so look forward to seeing videos of you designing and renovating your new space. I just know it’s going to be so tasteful, balanced, personal, functional and still fitting for the house and its history. I’m really interested to see how you modify and/or incorporate historical features.

[@elinarosenblum1882]

Justine I'm so happy that you found such a delightful place - both the region and the actual house! Hope you are very happy there! Looking forward to all your renovation and decoration videos, have fun!!!