MY COUSIN'S MOVED IN!!!

There's a new guy in town - my incredible cousin, Amaury, has moved in to the chateau! As our live-in carpenter, he has an epic mountain of restoration (and hopefully a whole lot of fun) ahead of him. And, in our first ever 'DanCam', Dan edits footage of the INCREDIBLE moat clearing that he and his team did whilst I was in Italy...
To see Dan's in depth version of clearing the moat and managing the grounds at the chateau, check out his amazing daily vlog ‪@escapetoruralfrance‬
The Chateau Diaries Episode 247 ✨🏰✨
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[@rose-marie7351]

My goodness, your cousin is easy on the eyes! 😍😉😍

[@katehall9812]

'Struth!

[@danamoss67]

Kirstie can hold her own alongside the men. She is badass!

[@nancyhelgeson9934]

I agree!!

[@juliegraham8133]

Me too, you go girl!🙂

[@carmenflores4795]

and she has dimples!!

[@karlasmit7535]

Love her so much!

[@EmilyBoltz]

You go girl!!!!

[@tory5325]

The difference that Dan the Gardener has made at LaLande is astounding! His dedication and ability to do every job to perfection is almost unbelievable. LaLande can never lose Dan, it is a risk you cannot take. I suggest you double his salary and increase his time off immediately! (Dan, was that okay?)

[@kathrynschumann5254]

LOL!

[@barbaragrace1992]

😅😅😅😅😅well done!!

[@MaryNSC]

I agree 100 % 🦔

[@AndersBu]

😂🤣

[@sandraamos3493]

😂

[@SoCalCaitlin14]

I have to say as the gardens and yard work have progressed the chateau has become more and more stately and royal looking 👑

[@elizabethackerman681]

The chateau looks so Legit! It is a far cry from just a little while ago-- it doesn't have a chabby chic look anymore-- just a snappy regal one! Wow. Congrats to all the hard work, headed by Queen Stephanie!

[@mindiscott9749]

I was just marveling on the transformation.

[@SoCalCaitlin14]

@@elizabethackerman681 right?! Also the cleaning of the sides of the moat is surprisingly a huge improvement to the whole look of the chateau!

[@osmtirmi]

Can we get this to a bunch of likes so Stephanie can see this comment? I just wanted to say that I LOVED the format of today’s video. Beautiful transitions (b-roll of the chateau, peafowl, etc.), excellent background music, and I especially loved Stephanie narrating dan’s video input! I think more la landers should put inputs of what they’re doing with Stephanie narrating it. Today’s video is so well done!! Pls keep it going!

[@valariebresee4450]

l think it was great too well done hey from Ottawa Canada

[@rousespoint]

@@valariebresee4450 Hey from Quebec City Quebec.

[@carolinegooder7091]

It would be a delicate balance. As Chatilane she has to do the rounds daily to make the decisions and I love the joking around between her and everyone. Dan and Kristy also have Vlogs with different styles and I enjoy them all.

[@corinnecoffrini8024]

@@carolinegooder7091 what is the name of Kirsty's vlog??

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

I agree. Philp has proven his value as flimographer and editor. Then she can focus on her pet projects, like filming other chateaux and historic places - (my favorite way to watch Stephanie). She's a natural narrator, storyteller and wonderful historian. I think she may have studied Art History, b/c her classical knowledge is in depth.

[@elaineteut9579]

Dan and Kirsty are two of the hardest working people. Wonderful couple. They get real things done.

[@s.m.5651]

They are awesome, but not a couple. Dan is married to Annalise.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Kristy is a sheep whisper and someone called her the Fire Goddess of Lalande.

[@christinegreenhill540]

What a wonderful team you have at Lalande. The difference in one year is astounding.

[@rachelwyatt9529]

Kirsty wins the best hair award. Great hair! Also, Stephanie’s cousin is cute!

[@MaryRevery]

You mean a real hunk, don't you?

[@markusneumann146]

@@MaryRevery lol But he is for sure.

[@rachelwyatt9529]

@@MaryRevery well, I don’t know what a real hunk is. I don’t think I’m attracted to hunks but I do find certain men charming and attractive

[@cassievanbrunt7791]

Cousin is definitely hunky, seriously hunky. Keep him and you'll have a steady stream of female help. He's smokin'.

[@clarismontegue268]

So cute

[@Marilinaa]

Dan has made the grounds magnificent! Stunningly beautiful. He is a gem!

[@janetthomas8244]

And he gets such good footage with that little beat up drone.

[@kathrynschumann5254]

The courtyard looks amazing from above!

[@aleta5873]

@@janetthomas8244 I loved the shot of it flying under the little bridge of the cleaned up moat !

[@sarahfoster6765]

Good job Dan & Kirsty.

[@mattsmithlon]

How much did he pay you for that comment!! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@suring2000]

Can’t wait for Michael Potts to see the moat!

[@aleta5873]

Hahaa! He may just jump in...if it's a hot day..!

[@chrispeers3614]

Kirsty and Dan are incredible.

[@dianemiller7994]

Criminy, is everyone in your family gorgeous?🤗 Can’t wait to see the paneling progress.

[@eileeng2492]

I love Gerry being back. I hope he realizes how special he is.

[@meri8746]

I hope Mummy doesn’t see the messy bedroom! 😂

[@Lea-bw9wj]

@@meri8746 It would be funny seeing Mummy getting cracky at Gerry if it is. I bet Gerry would 1 get scared then 2 make a joke lol

[@carolinegooder7091]

We love Gerry! He works so hard driving the cab where people are some times not nice to him. I know he is scrappy and loves his job but I wish he has more time this year to enjoy Lalande and traveling again. Hanni is a friend of his so I have to smile that they are cleaning up Lalande together. Isabelle sent that list remember. 😋😋😋😋

[@frangeorge5962]

Dan's drone shots are fantastic. I keep telling him to name the drone Loretta cause she does one heck of a job.

[@nickyhalliday9852]

Watch the number of subs sky rocket now Amaury has joined them, lol! Can't wait to see him get cracking with the grand salon!

[@BlackDino468]

Lol I hadn't thought of that but now that you've said it, you're totally right.

[@tericapp9253]

They were truly “moat”ivated. It’s absolutely beautiful.

[@SarahBellman]

😂🤣😂

[@wandamackenzie144]

Excellent. I can hear Phillip laughing over this one! 😂

[@s.m.5651]

Philippe?

[@wandamackenzie144]

@@s.m.5651 Stephanie's camera man assistant.

[@s.m.5651]

@@wandamackenzie144 yes I was wondering if OP was channeling him.

[@erikakiss8855]

Being good looking on top of their other qualities is a job requirement at the chateau 😁

[@rachelwyatt9529]

Dan’s footage is truly epic. What a gem.

[@d14551]

Kudos to Dan and Kirstie for all their hard work in the moat, which does now indeed look splendid.

[@jennienguyen6749]

Mummy and Percy needs to get to Laland.... btw Stephanie running is hilarious.

[@caoimhenimhuireadhaigh1303]

Dan and the gang did such a beautiful job on the moat!! Dan's footage of the château has it looking like something from a fairytale!

[@chantalpinsonneault1299]

What a handsome looking man.

[@collettevanschalkwyk4989]

What works well for smelly carpets is to chuck a bunch of bicarb of soda on it, let it sit for a while and then vacuum it all up.. I add essential oils like lavender to the bicarb which works a charm! Kisses from Cape Town, South Africa XX

[@tinathene]

And if there’s a smell of mildew let it sit in the UV rays of the sun for 6 hours…does the trick!

[@kathrynschumann5254]

@@tinathene yes, i thought they would hang it over the terrace to do the trick.

[@rhondanelson5370]

Yes it hurts to see that toxic smelling Febreze being sprayed on that nice carpet

[@aleta5873]

Febreze is a temp fix...go with the bicarb. May have to use a couple of times.

[@fionafiona1146]

Plenty of commercial carpet cleaning puts them on well drained surfaces and has a figurative river running across it until that runs clear... Temperature and detergent work too but keeping those separate is less risk to the colours

[@Dr.med.GeorgeGrant]

The estate of Lalande is turning into a Versailles of the South. ⚜️👏🏻

[@hatshepsut8329]

Dan’s drone footage here is spectacular! Teamwork makes the dream work! Stephanie’s father wouldn’t recognize the place and would be so proud of what she has accomplished in just one year! Can’t wait to see things this time next year! Kirstie is such a fab addition to the team! 🔥

[@mattsmithlon]

The Hunk has arrived!! Whoof Whoof! The transformation of the moat is A-MAZING! The Grounds are looking more spectacular as time goes on! Love it!

[@davidd8654]

Can't wait to see the panelling going up. The chateau that size is in constant need of repair. A dedicated workshop for woodworking is a must.

[@sarahburton3110]

Selmar has a workshop with all the tools needed to be the Chateau Tangoing Handyman !

[@carolinegooder7091]

The patrons paid for the workshop and it has been a great asset. Thank you patrons.

[@MyAbcdfghijk]

Great idea,let’s see it

[@MyAbcdfghijk]

So glad to see Amory again,hope to see more of him

[@jayneturnbull5041]

How much is going on in this vlog, I simply cannot believe how lovely the walled garden is and now with plenty of water the sky is the limit. Kirsty is such a good sport with those cheeky men, what a team. Lalande is really alive these days and now on to building works inside. Great entertainment.

[@michelebourke4340]

n ian the builder in the interior...supremo

[@lindabryant4292]

Welcome Amaury! Additional help and eye candy for Lalande. Win-Win!

[@SarahJaneWeldon]

Just when you thought the Chateau Diaries couldn't get any better! So incredible to see things go from strength to strength.

[@jennywillow9850]

Philip now has some competition in the "man bun" hair. Another handsome and talented addition to the Lalande team. What's not to like. Welcome Amaury and look forward to seeing you in the vlogs.

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

Ian is on a one man crusade for warmth.

[@kristyrash927]

This was fantastic! Loved seeing Hani and Scotman back then seeing Amaury again after a long absence. I’m happy for you. The drone shots from Dan are amazing and just a different perspective than we normally get. The moat looks so tidy and the shot under the bridge was 👌. I’m glad the shot of unearthing that boat was included. Every vlog is just so good. Thank you Stephanie for your hard work organizing everything and taking us along for the ride. Without you (and your Patreons) none of this would be happening.

[@lakelili]

Amazing how much you have together accomplished. The difference in the 18-months since I started watching with the Quarentine Diaries. Congratulations to you all... and to the Patrons who help fund it.

[@lpkay]

I must add kudos to Ian the contractor / carpenter, just phenomenal work, so fast! And of course Dan, Kirstie & the moat crew, Selmar, Ians, forester... all the LA Landers... AMAZING!!

[@hopeasha91]

Adding dans drone footage just elevated your videos!! It really gives a sense of the land and grandeur of the chateau.. Please consider using drone footage more. Especially when doing your chateau tours!!

[@judyoneal7887]

I love seeing people pulling together, & working together on a common cause. Kudos to the moat crew! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bredaswitzer1948]

30 thousand it should be 50 thousand,keep it up Dan, well done 🥰🐝🦋🌻

[@michellehaynes7055]

How handsome is cousin Amaury. Looking forward to seeing more of him, I remember how charming he was last visit. Thanks for the fantastic vlog. Hugs to you all from lockdown in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 🤗 ❤

[@taitweigel64]

I love the soft colors of the newly cleaned rug in your boudoir. The mixture of people coming and going is lovely. Your handsome cousin, Jerry with his big heart, Phillip pitches in quietly, and, Hanni is a darling pixie. Ion is reliable, Dan has morphed into the everything man plus a lovely wife and adorable sons, and Kirsty who is a charming hard worker. I always feel a bit sad when others leave, but then the new crew and visitors arrive. Stephanie, your vlogs should be number one in the world.

[@embyrnes5777]

Oh, definitely they should be number one in the world. When Stephanie posts a new one, I pounce. :-)

[@davidfaulkner8201]

I am impressed by all the work going on there . The moat looks wonderful . I never really thought about maintaining a moat before . It involves a lot of hard work . The chateau is getting more and more a true castle appearance . Please keep up the good work . looking forward to what happens next !

[@elizabethnicholson6691]

Stephanie - I think, with the arrival of your handsome cousin, you might just find that you have many more subscribers! 😉

[@MyAbcdfghijk]

Oh yea

[@NatiHerron]

The Chateau is looking magnificent! Can't wait to see the panelling go up and Nati's apartment!

[@katew3818]

Kirsty is like a fire goddess with that flame thrower!

[@carolinegooder7091]

Fire goddess Kirsty!

[@BlackDino468]

Isn't Dan's drone footage just epic. It totally adds that 4th dimension to the space that Stephanie just can't cover loafing it around on the grounds. I love Dan's channel, and he's killing it with his daily vlogs, working crazily hard for his family's life and future. I had wondered why Stephanie wasn't covering the moat clear out, too, but now that makes sense she was away in Italy. Stephanie, that was great of you to treat Dan and Annaliese to a romantic night's getaway in Bordeaux! What a great boss!

[@debragrogan6235]

Love the DanCam footage. The moat looks stunning!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Welcome Amaury..... lots of lovely projects ahead no doubt. Ian, Dan and Kirsty really get stuff DONE! What a wonderful team. xxx

[@johncunningham1098]

Welcome! Can’t wait to see your work in the Grand Salon.

[@justanothergirl9753]

That is amazing! Welcome home Amaury!

[@AvaT42]

I keep hoping we get to hear about mischief Stephanie got up to when she was young!😂. Maybe Amauri can tell us!!🤔😂

[@Liger108]

and the mischief Amauri was up to!

[@louisegatti9262]

So Stephanie one of the greatest blessings for you was hiring Dan the Gardener to spruce up LaLande. A jack of all trades and master of them all and Amaury added comedian to that list. The moat sure looks wonderful and I bet the fish are happy too!! Was fun seeing everyone so excited to see Amaury show up, gosh driving 13 hours is quite a feat. Your love for your Chateau rubs off on everyone there and it shows. So uplifting and fun to watch.

[@sylviahorvath9187]

Good move Steph inviting your swoon worthy adorable cousin to the chateau 👍 Your KZbin channel following just expanded with a younger audience. All of you are so adorable. Greatest group of people in one spot. Bon Voyage to Italy and New York 💕

[@mypioneergirl]

I'd put a board on the boat and lay down staring at the sky as I floated around the moat. lol Loved this vlog. Thanks!

[@frangeorge5962]

Mummy will be happy the drip system is running in the garden. Moat looks fantastic. 👍🌟

[@michelebourke4340]

kudos to that water fix fella.. major fix.sorry i've forgotten your name...love your deadpan sense o humour....n the tattoed tree fella who's doing massive stuff with tree care.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Matt in the garden and moat. Nick the Tree Man. I forget Nick's son's name.

[@janetburridge8423]

How kirsty kept her balance when the boat was rocking was quite something!!!! She's a good sport and hard worker. She's a good 'right hand man' to Dan. Great girl.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Kate W called her Fire Goddess

[@JohannaVeerenhuis]

What A JOY, once again, thank You SO much!! 💛💕💛 Yes, Dan is an absolute gem, also, he couldn’t get nicer job surcomstances, I think! 😂 And Kirsty… what a power-woman!! 💪💪

[@soulinspired143]

Welcome to your gorgeous cousin, I can't wait to see him transform the Grand Salon with that amazing paneling you bought. It's going to be beautiful! I think you need to keep him there permanently lol 😍

[@MyAbcdfghijk]

Yes I agree

[@ccoeurjoli]

Amaury fait l’unanimité des commentaires 😄 … les propositions seront nombreuses 😄 ! Ian fait un travail remarquable d’isolation !! Hâte de voir la suite des travaux ! Dan et Kirsty sont aussi très appréciés pour le nettoyage des douves !!! Quelles nouvelles pour le projet du lac ?? Les couleurs du tapis me semblent bien ternies 😔 non ? Hanni et Gérald font une paire d’amis bien joyeuse 😀. Merci pour cette vidéo. À bientôt ! 🌸🌸🌸

[@kdean9537]

Just stunning drone footage of the Chateau and grounds! Kirstie is just so great, I love her personality, she really is a very sweet hard worker, always a smile on her face...with her cute dimples! Can't wait to see what your cousin Amaury does with all the restoration work. Stephanie the people you have at Lalande are phenomenal! Take really good care of yourselves, stay safe! Much love and appreciation Kathy x (Ontario, Canada)

[@deannayoung5311]

Your cousin is gorgeous 🥰😋 The mote is so beautiful now" Looks amazing very proper👌💞 Mummy is jumping up and down Permanent Running water in the garden" yaaaay Stephanie 💃

[@luzwilson2807]

You are truly blessed with all the people who help restore Lalande Thank you very much for sharing

[@nornayeh9839]

Lalande looks immaculate! So happy for you Stephanie!

[@TakapunaRach]

Wow! Dan and his Team have made such a great job of that moat and all the gardens. The gardens are just transforming how your chateau looks - the fountain garden especially. GO Dan!

[@juliebrown8381]

Wow the Moat looks amazing , weirdly,have no idea why but seeing it like that made me tear up. Lalande is being rejuvenated and its a beautiful thing to see 😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰

[@1mezion]

I forgot how funny Gerald can be , "don't you dare show this to your mother"

[@manita2653]

Stunning footage of Chateau de Lalande showing the clearing of the moat. Meeting Amaury, he's very handsome!!! What Dan has done with the area around the fountain is amazing. The planting makes the entrance standout, as it should.

[@paivitiitta1884]

Amaury, he has a beautiful name , I think I read somewhere that it means work power ! That would be suitable ! Great to see the restauration starting , be strong Amaury , we'll be climbing the restoration mountain with you here in the other side of the screen !

[@omaum8410]

Try not to slobber, I mean drool. Lol

[@paivitiitta1884]

@@omaum8410 I'm not slobbering, the man has ahead very difficult job and I'm trying to give him support ! I try to stay in the positive side of things at Lalande .

[@jefflawrentz1624]

This was fascinating. How heartwarming it is to see this chateau in such capable, devoted hands. I hope I can visit some day!

[@maureenhoward1056]

What you and your team have accomplished the past year is simply amazing...I am in awe! Congratulations to you and everyone a La Lande...true teamwork!!!

[@Rosa7388]

It's hit me once more how much progress has happened in only a year! I appreciate it all, but I'm so excited to see what Lalande will look like this time next year😁🏰🌻💕

[@carolinegooder7091]

The chapel, the terrace and the tower next!

[@BlackDino468]

I love this sort of speculation. At some point in the distant future, a time-lapse of the changes would be so cool (watched one of these for a 2 year rebuild in Spain). The facade and new gardens will be the final huge difference...amphitheater...lake...island...mill...pool...sunroom dining off the kitchen...what else? Yeah, so many changes. I have a funny feeling the tower was worked on for British television show the last few months.

[@clarefoskett9959]

This was a brilliant recording. I love the moat clearing music and when it panned out over the chateau....fabulous. Brilliant. Lovely rug Phillip x

[@foretb1162]

What hard work on the moat! Congrats to the whole team that worked sooooo hard! Well done! It's amazing what a team of only a few can accomplish in a few days....or mice when the cat's away....;) I'm looking forward to seeing what wonders Amory will be tool....hopefully we get to see him in action.

[@mylifeasjessio]

i cried during this episode. outstanding, just outstanding.

[@ruthannwatkins3914]

It is mind blowing to see the progress of the court yard , will love to see more of the progress of the interior so looking forward to that , A fan from Canada

[@27Spiritgirl]

Yay! So happy to see Amaury - and wowza - not sure who is more handsome, your cousin or Philip!! xoxo Kudos to Kirsty and Dan for the massively impressive job on that moat - and the wonderful magic you've done to the grounds!

[@giteducalme]

Amazing and hard job of clearing the moat - bravo - what a difference - looks amazing. A big 👍 for Ian too - he works non stop too.

[@SouthernArtist77]

Now that cousin knows he has a bed, he’s much more relaxed. Good for him.

[@parameswarar2]

Stephanie should plant some Water Lilies in the motte.

[@haant3305]

Lalande is one of a kind! The drone shots show how beautiful the surroundings and environment around the Chateau look. What a great place to build such a great community!

[@rosalindhambleton9012]

Bonjour Stephanie and all at LaLande. The job you have done lately is absolutely amazing !! The best team ever for sure. I am sure that all the people that support all those projects by giving money are wonderfully happy to see the huge progress and how beautiful everything is getting so fast. Again, great job, team !

[@jackmurray7837]

First shirtless thumbnail with cousin will get a million views.

[@monsterlisa3167]

Besides something that the cousin would find disrespectful of his own masculine agency, vlogs with shirtless men or scantily clad women would make this channel lose its freshness and charm because it would just be another way to titillate the senses. There is so much of that now in the world: so unoriginal, so banal. So cheap.

[@jackmurray7837]

​@@monsterlisa3167 I have read about people with no sense of humor, but until today I never ran across one. I suspect the moniker of "Monster Lisa" is very accurate in your case, but I hope that is not too banal of me to mention.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Seeing Vlog 23 stopped me from saying anything for a while as even Stephanie in a swimsuit has been used. It is just when the major of comments get to be about appearances and we start to get fat shaming, personal attacks and people comparing manliness over the last four Vlogs, some people are losing their sense of humor and kindness. Please Iet's just find something else to comment on.

[@amirashehadeh5452]

Dan really is a miracle worker!!! And I’m so excited to see the projects Amaury does during his time at Lalande!!

[@shellydsouza8902]

Dan and Kirstie did a wonderful job on the moat. Great team!

[@carolinegooder7091]

And Matt

[@StitchingIsMyHappyPlace]

Dan is worth more money, he's transformed and is continuing to transform the grounds. They look amazing!!

[@carolinegooder7091]

Dan just Vloged that 90% of the tomatoes plants died. All the rain didn't help, and it had blight. A Farm to Table expert might be fun to contact to up the amount of food produced in the garden for the Chateau next year.

[@sarahhudleston832]

I have watched every chateau diaries since no 1 and the transformation of LA Lande is extraordinary. It was always lovely but now is looks super cared for. What a lot of work but so worth it.

[@carolinegooder7091]

The patrons have paid for the restoration and the Vlogs for so much else. The contractors are so hard working and most have Vlogs of their own.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Stephanie and Michael Petherick were geniuses and survivors to give us this wonderful journey to share. Thank you.

[@Kara75723]

Is Amoury her cousin on her mom or dad’s side?

[@dedefisher30]

Way to go!!! Great job 👍👌👍

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Kirstie what a worker

[@cleverclogs2244]

Oooh! Enchanté... 😏

[@julesphillips1455]

OMG AAAAMAZZZZING!!! The chateau and the moat are looking INCREDIBLE!!! Dan and Kirsty have done a superb job thus far!!! Soooo much hard work and I cannot get over the transformation of the moat!!! I love watching the rebirth of LaLande!!! xxoo

[@janetg1691]

Ending on that magnificent drone footage of La Lande is great! The place has greatly improved over the last few years. Thank you for letting us see the changes. Welcome cousin.

[@lurveit]

I'd LOVE an update video about ALL the chateau changes in the last year. It'd be such an interesting video to do once a year 😲😁

[@TheEiramMarie]

I was thinking the same thing. So much has changed!

[@1011npst]

Eye candy for the masses ... Welcome to our viewing pleasure sure hoping for xtra warm weather .💃

[@chantalpinsonneault1299]

Well said!

[@piper6541]

Amaury, a carpenter, too?! Him and Ian could collaborate on the so many challenges in La Lande! Your Dad's spirit is with you in all this! Since I discovered La Lande, I've been binging on the earlier blogs. Steph, you are marvelously talented! My hubby and I are old souls. It's with La Lande that we became interested on the blogs about chateau. Yours always come out very entertaining and informative 👍 👏 👌 😀

[@lorrainechircop4411]

All of you need to be congratulated with the hard work and effort being done. The transformation is outstanding... ❤🇦🇺

[@michellezevenaar]

We were lucky it was a wet summer this year so that the garden was ok with mostly just rain! After a few very dry hot summers I'm sure nature is happy with the extra rain.

[@patricianathan4676]

I am so pleased to see the clips of the moats clearance, WHAT a difference good work. It’s all so exciting to see the improvements all around the chateau and more to come with your cousins arrival now. What’s going to happen while you’re away in N Y ?? Lots more to tune into. Congrats to Dan for reaching 30 + watchers, he so deserves it now, well done. Thanks to all who works so hard enjoying them selves and entertaining us. WCL

[@ilenet9911]

Gerry you look great and i am so happy you are feeling well and admire you for helping out at the Chateau. Your leg that you broke the knee cap looks a little swollen. When you are resting or sleeping try to elevate your leg so that it is higher than your heart. My mom fell around the same time you did and broke broke both her shoulders and her legs were very swollen and the doctor told her to do this and in 2 days the swelling went down. Forgive me if your leg is not swollen. Hanni you look lovely as well!

[@frankgyori2740]

You have outdone yourself with this video. I loved it...

[@SylvieLaflamme]

This video is one of my favorites! So much work done and everyone do his best! It is amazing! You are a great leader Stephanie! Everyone is happy to work! You need to write a book about how you do that! God bless you.

[@ccmcmaster1549]

I love the Chateau Diaries! I really liked when Stephanie walked up to her cousin at the moat and when he answered her....smoke came out of his mouth!!! Or, I thought so. hahaha (I too am a smoker) I laughed! Love love love Chateau Diaries! The paneling is going to look amazing!! I will be watching!

[@TheBTG88]

He was clearly hiding his ciggie behind his back.

[@lpkay]

Vaping?