OUR IDYLLIC CHATEAU WEDDING!

[@janetthomas6670]

I am I tears. What you did for your mother and Percy was such an incredible and loving act. I also got married when I was older and people thought it was ridiculous or did not even care. You are a wonderful daughter.

[@TheChateauDiaries]

That’s so silly of them. You were lucky to find love ❤️

[@janetthomas6670]

@@TheChateauDiaries Very lucky, but we are also apart because of the virus.

[@rolo4945]

Romance and true love is not age restricted ! ❤️

[@Giraffelover54]

@@TheChateauDiaries

[@lifelover1]

I want to share something. It’s been a rough month; I’ve been separated from my mum for ages as she is immunocompromised, my country has been on lockdown for a long long time, and even beyond that my outlook on life has been pretty cynical and bitter. I think I was a bright and happy child, once. Now I feel resentment for the very birds singing outside my window. An aching-bone kind of solitude and disconnection, a detachment from the world. For a long time I closed my heart to things I loved; things I considered pretty and lovely now felt empty, shallow and frivolous. I could feel myself turning.. not gray, per se, but neutral. Neutral makeup on neutral clothes, neutral expression on my face that can neither be mistaken for a smile or a frown. Stark utilitarian minimalism is the way to go, downsize this scale-down that. Bare minimum. Get by. Low expectations means less disappointment. And then I found you. Your channel, your smile, your infectious joy of living and unabashed love of pretty trinkets that are sometimes just pretty trinkets. For God’s sake, you lived in a French chateau. Such a far-removed life from me, climbing the corporate ladder, running the rat race in the big city. You, with a genuine reverence for history, art for art’s sake, and a connection to people long gone... I’ve noticed recently that I smile a bit more. I put ribbons in my hair, I didn’t even know I still kept those. I allowed myself chocolate, and wearing silk blouses even though I’ll just be in the house. It’s nice and cool, I like the way it feels against my skin. Like defiance against indifference. Thank you. I like it here. You have made my quarantine bearable.

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this comment. It's really resounded with me. Because I was also a happy, bright child, always optimistic. And that lasted until my father's death in 2009. But for a full eight years (!) after that, I lost myself. I would wake up feeling tentative, afraid at whether I'd be happy or sad that day. Insignificant losses would overwhelm me with grief, and things that used to bring me joy would seem grey. And then, very suddenly, one day, after eight years, I woke up feeling better, and instantly knowing that it would last. I was 'back'. It's the strangest thing. Shortly afterwards, I started filming for the UK show and making these vlogs, and that solidified my recovery. Sometimes we need to see our lives from the outside to realise how lucky we are. So if my videos are doing anything to help you find happiness in the little things, that really means a lot to me. We can be our own worst enemies in blocking ourselves from seeing the beauty in the world around us!

[@Biancareijnders]

Hi @Lia, wherever you are, hang in there. I can relate to what you are saying, better days are coming! Big hug from the Netherlands.

[@enchanted1800]

Lia, I've been a nurse for 24yrs, I've worked Trauma, ER, Cardiac, I've seen the worst, I've lived through unbearable stress and mental and physical torture all for the sake of my craft, nursing. I was also a travel nurse for 10yrs, I've been all over the USA and I've seen quite a lot of pain and suffering. I was like you, exhausted, drained, flat affect and just done! While I was in Rhode Island on my last ever assignment I brought along my Pomeranian Daisy, I stayed in Federal Hill the historic district, which was enchanting. I walked the dog one morning and her little nose was sniffing the air and she dragged me to the next block, I hit culinary gold! There were resturants and shops will all kinds of goodies!! Daisy, the Pom and I got some sausage and peppers at the one Italian shop and sat in the warm air and had a snack, I then walked further down and found a French pastry shop and bought more goodies, there was also a chocolate shop, I got a few things and bagels and cream cheese for the nurses that night at work. Every day I then went for a walk and explored that interesting city, there were little shops for witches, lol, where I bought scented candles and pretty hand made charms, I traveled to Salem MA to see the where the witch trials took place, the graves, the old houses, escaped over to Cape Cod and had a ball, just me and my Pom. I met so many interesting people and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I knew what I was missing, I forgot how to live life, I forgot how short life was even though I saw death everyday, young and old. I had my nose so deep into nursing and all the trauma that I just forgot there is more to life and I was missing it!! I forgot how to take chances, how to dress with some sparkle, "I was always in scrubs", how to reconnect with the earth and healthy people, I forgot there WERE healthy people!! I met my husband at 45, he was on a game on the internet, we were just friends, at 50 one day he said, "Come to Colorado, I'm in love with you!" I sold the house in SC, packed up and off I went, I never thought twice, I took a chance and we are together still, I'm 58 and we are still best friends and in love. I gave up work and now I call myself a kept woman, LOL! I garden, cook, clean, take care of pets and my husband and I have learned how to live life again. So, I guess what I'm trying to say is, sparkle, always sparkle! Wear a sparkly top or jewelry, or makeup or whatever makes you feel good! I have let my hair grow to my waist, it's white/silver and waves, I wear pretty sparkly hair clips, I've turned into a free spirit and I've trained myself to stop worrying, I walk with my head high to see everything around me, I turned off the cell phone, I make direct eye contact with people, I smile and say, "hello!" if they don't say hello back I don't care!! LOL!! Stephanie truly is the embodiment of, Live, Love, Laugh, she is truly delightful and adds to my life! God bless and stay well!

[@CollieNike3]

Lia Your comment was beautifully written and very insightful. Having been through some intense trauma, including a cancer diagnosis at age 33, 7 months of weekly chemotherapy, and horribly mutilating surgeries, it struck a chord with me. It can be hard to celebrate what is good, when the pull to endlessly mourn what has been lost feels so ever-present. I’m no expert, however for me regaining my spark has seemed to come down to doing my best to choose to see the good, the possibility, the happiness and the beauty in the world around me wherever I can, when I am able to. I wish you all the best💗

[@CollieNike3]

The Chateau Diaries Stephanie, I’ve just arrived at the moment in this vlog where you mention that your mother had cancer in her mid forties, and it immediately brought me to tears. I was diagnosed at age 33, and have now been in remission 18 months. As I’m sure your mother knows, it is a very dark, heavy thing to endure cancer treatment and be grappling with one’s mortality, especially at such a young age. But the tears I’m crying are mostly due to the fact that your mother who is so vivacious and adventurous and industrious and delightful and full of life that I never would have imagined she’d also had cancer, has not only survived, but also thrived for so many years afterward, it gives me hope. It really does. Thank you both💗

[@silvercityroyal]

OH MY! Your mother is an absolute treasure!! Good call, Lady Lalande, for deciding to host percy! Like your mum, you are precious!

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

Your father cannot be anything but terribly proud of you and I am sure he has always been. He and your mummy brought you up so perfectly.

[@sophiaholmes2048]

Stephanie: "What theme combines great theatricality with nature and love?" Me: "Oh oh oh! A midsummer night's dream!" Stephanie: "A midsummer night's dream." Me: "YESS!"

[@TheChateauDiaries]

🙌

[@nancysnedden7624]

Sophia Holmes I said the same thing to my hubby as we watched!

[@sunnygirl87]

I shouted it out, too! Woke my husband!

[@monicateeling810]

I just have to stop after only seven minutes to express what a fantastic daughter you are and your sentiment on love. Now I will continue to watch 👍🏼😀

[@beautymaven3952]

Monica Teeling that’s exactly what I did, paused it after 5 minutes to comment! Then continued to watch...

[@radicalmama135]

completely agree!! wonderful daughter!!

[@cliffhorman6846]

Absolutely, wonderful, I totally agree.

[@ntakovacj3644]

I did that too! What a tribute she gives to her Mother, her father, to life. I interrupted to email my friend, AGAIN, to just watch the beginning of this video if nothing else. I didn't even know what the rest of it said. Stephanie's honesty about her life is moving. I do worry that if she hits a hard spot, she'll have trouble continuing her story in public. But I think she will find a way.

[@nikkimcfarland1538]

Just a WONDERFUL show. Very sweet family

[@sofi_wanderess]

Stephanie did not understand the urgency.. that had me spilling my coffee with laughter.. you made my day!

[@MarieA787]

Yesss she is so right 😂 there is no time to waste 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@Nilo9_9]

😁😄😄

[@LizelleGrobler]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Louisvandevelde112]

Since i have found you’re channel the dream of owning a chateau has grown and grown. Now my days are filled with watching these videos and love every second of it. Much love from Belgium 🥰

[@cliffhorman6846]

would love to know more about you dream, I to am thinking the same, how where when and with who!

[@whatwouldaudreyhepburndo4260]

Me too! 😉

[@soapbubbl_4119]

Me too watching these videos has formed a big dream of owning a chateau

[@MissCDM1979]

Me too!! Also dreaming of a chateau, here in Belgium!!!

[@Louisvandevelde112]

Caroline De Meyer In België zijn er nog wel veel maar vaak renaissance. Persoonlijk vind ik 18de eeuws mooier

[@leahhamdaoui7755]

such a joy to review this !!

[@helenahopkinson381]

The wedding was truly beautiful. But the love you and your mother have for each other surpasses everything.

[@SusieQ2023]

“Poor Mummy having a daughter like me” “I don’t know where she comes from” ROTFL!!!

[@MarieA787]

Jajajaja I know right im the same with my mother she is so simple and im not 😂😂😂

[@lewshann]

Such a beautiful relationship. Reminds me of mine with my daughter. We can say things like that and know that it's all love and then some!

[@Fuzzy_Spork]

This is the sweetest thing I've ever seen. And so magical! I would love to hear Percy's side of their meeting story. And what he thought when he rolled up to a chateau! Haha!

[@hollykeller1545]

Watching in Nov 2023❣️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@carolflynn7933]

❤wonderful ❤ love watching all the old video's again. 😊

[@beautymaven3952]

You are a joy to watch, a truly kind, genuine and loving 🥰 soul. You’re Chateau mirrors your class and uniqueness. Of course, you made your father proud. I’m sure you know he’s with you. May you be blessed with so much more. I hope to meet and visit you and Chateau LaLande one day soon 😊

[@patjoseph8991]

I am Pat Joseph born in the island of St Martin french . May God bless you all . you have so inspired me . Keep the good work. But please slow down Don't burn yourself out . I love your colors . Love your dishes love flower your bedroom. Most of love personalities very beautiful thank you so much for bless my life. Please don't forget God and his son Jesus who died for us. You very good company for me . I will love to come one day. Love

[@tinekejoldersma]

What a special story of how your mother and Percy met. And you and the others for giving them that special day.

[@roseypeach8363]

I'm retired with nothing to offer other than views, thumbs up and watching ads. I love seeing the beautiful places you travel to. And love seeing life at Lalande. Oh, and I wish I could shop at your local charity shops, they are the bomb!

[@Jayrose59]

I also would love to visit their charity shops!!

[@suehesk]

Percy looked so handsome for his wedding, but Isabelle looked divine. You put all your love for them into their wedding. What a fantastic occasion it was. Thank you for sharing the gorgeous photos.

[@lizrichards4173]

Life would be dull indeed without magic.....I would like to thank you and Michael for bringing a little bit into my life

[@martinhitch9116]

Your Ma, "such a simple woman" (!?) looked amazing. When I watched this on television, I honestly thought how brave you had been, and how much this must have meant, both to you and her. What a wonderful celebration of love, for your Mother and Percy, for you and your mother and for your father. I am sure, if he could tell you, he would tell you that he is very proud of you.

[@Jayrose59]

Mummy's statement "such a simple woman" is one of her classic statements and she tries to look so humble when she says it.😂🤣😂🤣

[@JudythJ60]

What a lovely day for Mummy and Percy! Just beautiful.

[@deirdrecerasa3932]

A truly lovely celebration for your mother and Percy. Everything looked magical. ❤️

[@lieuwina]

Your mom and Percy suit each other and I am sure your dad would be very happy for your mom that she has remarried and has a wonderful person like Percy to look after her and Stephanie what a beautiful wedding you gave them and Percy and his family, your mom, you, and Gerry are such a lovely family now and I think both sides are truly happy. Every one did an outstanding job and what a beautiful day. Thank you for sharing even though this is 4 years ago I loved their story.

[@carolinerabjohn9323]

Just watched this after 4 years when I watched it for the first time. Such a beautiful wedding and such a lovely couple!

[@njkb1730]

Hello Stéphanie! I have been quietly bingeing all of your vlogs this past week, and this has became my favorite corner of the internet full of life and love, a true lesson to appreciate the present. It has inspired me to wear my best clothes at home, and even have a picnic at our rooftop terrace! Your mother is a joy, the wedding looked absolutely heavenly. Greetings from Morocco!

[@LA-jf1zn]

Beautiful story and a beautiful wedding day. The vlog with Michael would've been so fun sorry that that didn't happen. But new doors always open.🦋

[@therestorationlady8778]

You did an amazing job on your mother’s wedding to Percy. Can’t believe you won’t be on anymore this season. So enjoyed watching you and what you have done and achieved 😘

[@gonefishing8586]

I touched by your mom's wedding story Stephanie. You & your mum are so incredibly special. And all your family and friends who came together to make your mum's day so spectacular. I had tears flowing down my face. Blessings on you all.

[@CindymeCindy]

"That's how he hooked her: The Cradle of Mankind" Lol!

[@katred26]

Your KZbin series is bringing me great joy and distraction during this time of isolation. I cant wait for the new series as I'm trying to convince my husband that once this is over, I want to buy or at least visit a French chateau that is being brought back to life. Thank you for sharing your journey. 💗

[@SusanMillsHolisticWellbeing]

Your Mummy is so funny: ‘she doesn’t understand the urgency’ ‘I don’t know where she comes from’ What a very special and beautiful wedding you organised 🥰

[@monicateeling810]

Wow, the most beautiful wedding and wedding decor ever. Your mum looked truly beautiful 💕

[@chrispeterson3647]

Could there be a kinder daughter? I don't think there could be! YOU are so amazing Stephanie! The honor you have given your mother and her new spouse is extraordinary. I like you have a step father that I love. He and my own good mom have passed away, but their marriage is a wonderful memory for me. I also wanted to say that with your permission, I would like to quote you in a book I am writing about love and choosing a spouse. You said, “Finding Love at any age should be celebrated because it is miraculous!” I could not agree with you more! My young 18 year old son found your channel and he shared it with me. While I am not living in anything as huge or magnificent as your beautiful home, I do live in Idaho on the edge of a small town in an 8 bedroom home. I love our home. My spouse built this for me and our children 21 years ago. I love it! We have planted 100 trees here. We only have half an acre but I feel so deeply blessed. The one thing that you have reminded me about today is INSPIRATION! You are so so SO inspiring. Again, while it is not my mission (as it is yours) to redo an huge Chateau, you have indeed inspired me to want my very own home to be beautiful. I think in America especially, we forget that timeless beauty can be brought to any home with some thought and work. My own mother was a designer. I am also creative and currently, as I watched your video today I am working on a design of a lovely daisy and bumblebee garland that I am making for my office here to celebrate spring. I am also opening this fall (God willing with this virus and pandemic!) a small 12 child preschool called "The Busy Bee Preschool." I love bumblebees and so I want to incorporate them throughout our home here. You father's art really is so beautiful and whimsical! What a woman and life you have lived! I want you to know that I appreciate you so much. Here I am sitting in Idaho far from you having only been to France one in my whole life, yet you are encouraging me to create a more lovely space here in my home. Thank you! You are such a lovely person. I wish I had time (and talent) to come there and help you accomplish your dreams! The very best to you in all you do. God must be so deeply proud of you! I am sure your own father is in Heaven and looking down on you and so proud of all that you're becoming! Carry On! You are needed in this world!

[@ladykokob9149]

I had a big smile on my face all the way through !!!

[@zpoppy1]

Thought I wouldn’t enjoy this as much having just seen escape to the chateau DIY, however I loved it, you offered depth to emotional aspects and greater detail and understanding in this vlog xx

[@chrisdouglass7962]

What an absolutely wonderful thing to find on my feed!!! Beautifully magical!! So very glad I got to see this, adore Isabel and love Percy 🥰❤️ Blessed LaLande 🙏🥰

[@cjm220]

Such a gorgeous story of how they met!

[@MsScuppers]

I adored watching the bits of video and photos of your mummy's and Percy's wedding both on Escape to the Chateau DIY and here on your vlog. Magical, truly magical! They are so lucky to have such a wonderful, thoughtful daughter as you, Stephanie. It brings tears to my eyes. I am so looking forward to your and Michael Petherick's new series. It will be amazing. You two have a wonderful chemistry together. Thank you for sharing your positive, generous spirit. It brings joy to so many of us in this difficult time. Thank you!

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

It has been lovely to re visit Isabelle and Percy’s wedding .❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikelanglois3693]

Just as you described how Isabell and Percy met, and since you two seem to incredible together, it would be great to learn how yours's and Michael's friendship began.

[@ikid2012]

Beautiful! So excited for the new series with Michael! Thank you for making these amazing videos!

[@AvaT42]

What a beautiful wedding! Mummy is so photogenic and a very lovely pretty lady, Percy is perfect!.

[@ricardathomason5485]

What a wonderful day you created for your mom’s wedding

[@denisemarle4141]

Oh.. Stephanie, Isobelle and Percy's wedding was absolutely magical, everything was perfect, including the cake! Thank you for sharing all the wonderful details of the day and how they actually met... it will be great to see Percy and the beautiful Marie back at the Chateau . Just when I thought Chateau life couldn't get any better, you inform us of Michael Pethrick's 'Doing it Ourselves' channel - and now we are getting an extra serve with both of you teaming up to take us all on a vintage Chateau tour though France ..... can't top that! And by the way, how did you know I was searching 'French Chateaux for sale' ... yes, this is going to be fun!!!

[@jomcgee6094]

The new series sounds and absolutely luscious!!! Adore Michael, add your beautiful soul and the French countryside...HEAVEN!! Take care angel, love to all!

[@jaxstorey6734]

It felt like an absolute privilege, dearest delight-filled Stephanie, your showing us your precious Mummy and Percy's wedding and everything and everyone it took to bring this sacred event to fruition. I was carried away into fairyland - which, for this pixie-imp, is a dream come true...sigh - and imbibed every single visceral moment of this delectable and divine delight. The clothes, the fairy lights, the arrangements both of flowers and of communal spaces for the day. This was a true family event. What an honour to witness it. A humble and melting thank you for this gift. All love to you, Jacqueline from New Zealand xox

[@jacquiridley3443]

What a beautiful fairytale wedding, for two lovely beautiful people. And what a great idea that you and Michael have come up with looking forward to it already.

[@denisepoole8080]

Have been waiting to see the story of the wedding, it was so worth the wait! An absolute fairytale from beginning to end. Thank you for sharing.

[@sweetleprechaun]

Oh my God, you and your mother are absolutely adorable - I mean, I could watch your videos forever, your accents are wonderful and I am so looking forward to more videos like this

[@mariaabraham311]

You did the honourable thing by welcoming Percy! You sure did your father proud & your mother & Percy! Yes he did raise a strong 💪🏼 powerful daughter with a huge heart ❤️!!! What a beautiful & magical day held by all! Thanks for sharing Stephanie ❤️🇨🇦

[@susanr791]

What a delightful “meet cute” story!

[@brittawrolson5936]

My heart is overflowing with love just watching the wedding of Mummy/Isabelle and Percy. It was gloriously romantic and spectacular❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@hermetickitten]

New subscriber here, I am absolutely in love with this channel ❤️ what a magical wedding!

[@sashashaktiable]

Oh my god, you and Michael travelling around French chateaus and introducing them to us is about the best thing ever!!! ❤

[@sandys1469]

Thank you so much deer Stephanie!! For this magic moments that you bring to us :) !! You are a sun shine to the world...we can't wait for a new blog!!

[@lynnpetti3817]

What a delight. You prove that people with “Jolie de vie” attract more of the same. Thank you for allowing all of us to share in it. Everyone be safe.

[@anneforster510]

I think I've died and gone to heaven. Not only Isabelle and Percy's stunning wedding and your fabulous recount of the day but the news that you and Michael are starting a new vlog when all this dreadful virus is over. Don't think I can contain my excitement 💗💗 Just such great news during this very hard time for us all. Michael's new channel is just so good . I hardly watch normal tv at the moment. Roll on post virus and sending love to you Stephanie and Isabelle, also Percy in SA. 💙💙💙

[@kathryntrapman3917]

I’m so excited about your new venture on traveling and showing us the many different Chateaus, I love your videos because I love your spirit......🌷❤️

[@18daisydoll65]

What a kind sweet heart you are Stephanie.... "the cradle of mankind" is quite a chat up line Percy... bravo. This has given me great hope, thank you all 😘 😘 😘

[@louisedemarillac777]

The cradle of mankind is just outside Johannesburg.. awesome exhibit of some of the oldest fossils in the world found there

[@RickFlood]

Best Celebration EVER!

[@gayjeris]

I'm so excited for the new series!! Even more reasons to look forward to the end of lockdown

[@cliffhorman6846]

Absolutely.

[@kimclarke5018]

Anyone who put a thumbs down to this video are not romantics at heart. It was as always, simply a delight. What a lovely gift you gave your beloved mother.

[@candacecaldwell6719]

DEAR STEPHANIE, THANK YOU ~ for SHARING this MOST BEAUTIFUL ~ "MOMENT IN TIME" with one of thee most ROMANTIC FRENCH WEDDINGS ~ HAVING TAKEN PLACE AT THEE BEAUTIFUL CHÂTEAU DE LALANDE! YES, shared between a Warm hearted SOUTH AFRICAN GENTLEMAN and thee most Loveliest of all FRENCH LADIES/BRITISH NURSES too ~ namely "PERCY and ISOBEL" AND THEIR RESPECTIVE, BLESSED FAMILIES TOO! No doubt your BEAUTIFUL MUM is the talk of South Africa now.... with so many people over there wanting to meet her and know ALL about her REAL "FAIRY~ TALE" ~ FRENCH PRINCESS WEDDING BEING CELEBRATED IN YOUR BEAUTIFUL CASTLE 🏰 ~ TOO ! ! ! WITH SUCH A LOVE-FILLED AND WONDERFUL EVENT.... SIMPLY BEING.... OUT OF THIS WORLD....YOU, STEPHANIE....would have truly ~ CAPTURED THE IMAGINATION ~ of the South African People. Thank You for NEVER having given up on your Childhood Dreams, Dear Stephanie, OF BEING "A PRINCESS SOMEDAY ~ LIVING IN A BEAUTIFUL CASTLE".... since through Your Dreams.... you have Today..... not only inspired people around the WORLD BUT.... YOU HAVE.... put so much LOVE, LAUGHTER and JOY into other peoples' Hearts ♥️ and Lives! I PRAY THAT YOU SHALL NEVER STOP DREAMING IN LIFE ~ THEREBY GIVING OTHERS SUCH HOPE, HAPPINESS AND INSPIRATION TOO! MAY G-D CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ~ AND ALWAYS TOO ~ DEAREST STEPHANIE ! ! ! WITH MUCH LOVE 💕 AND BLESSINGS FOR THE FUTURE, Candace. XXXXXXX 🙏♥️😇

[@MsSherryjh]

Well, I couldn't watch ...Diaries tonight, so I chose Isabel and Percy's Wedding. I don't know why I never got to it before. So delightful! And what a wonderful coincidence - that so many of the attendees are there right now. What a difference a few years make.😉

[@susanr791]

After your visit to Africa and your Mom & Percy, I can now see some of the pieces I was missing. How delightful and charming for you all to share!

[@marlacooper2563]

I began watching the Château diaries and related content a few months ago. I’m delighted in the transformation of Lalonde since I first discovered it. However, this episode took the cake! I found myself tearing up and having a huge lump in my throat throughout the recap of your mothers special day.. i’m grateful I only saw this episode for the first time today as I have become so attached to many of the characters and delight in experiencing life at the Château vicariously. Thank you for sharing this very intimate time with all of us.

[@allymayful]

Watching this for a second time, I have decided it's my favourite Chateau video. It is absolutely delightful. And to think that a down to earth Aussie played a big role amongst all this romance is pretty awesome. Thanks Stephanie for being who you are.

[@withluvdee1046]

Snuggled up and ready to take a nap and your video pops up... what do I do? Lol

[@snoopybluejeans]

You gave Mummy and Percy a spectacular wedding day. You're a daughter a father would be proud of. So very well done. Congratulation Isabelle and Percy. You are both a delightful couple.

[@gforcethomas]

Im not crying, you're crying !!!

[@RonCain]

So excited about your new joint venture with Michael, I absolutely love both of your vlogs.

[@tiffany458]

🤣perhaps Stephanie if she behaved🤣🤣🤣mommy is delightfully funny!!!💕

[@karellarsen939]

This was absolutely the best. So happy for the bride and groom!! They are a beautiful couple. You, friends and family were so giving and loving. So blessed to see such a beautiful day!! Thank you and looking forward to the new series! Stay well 🤗❤️

[@thomasginivan2319]

You are a very loving daughter, Stephanie! It shows how much you treasure your mother's happiness. We are also blessed with a very loving daughter like you, and we are very thankful to God for this lovely Grace.

[@Tea-nOpals]

Glad the boys enjoyed the Magic Man celebrations!

[@JoelleFromParis]

Sending much love to you, your mother and your family. Your father must be very proud of you.

[@racheldowning3976]

there is nothing that fills me with more enjoyment then you and your mum talking together and sharing experiences. Its makes me laugh so much.

[@kerela9]

The wedding really did turn out just as you had imagined it to. Your mum looked stunning. So lovely that in all of your videos, you always make time to praise the people who come to help with all your tasks in the chateau.

[@phylliscalkins1607]

Thank you for this look at the wedding 4 years ago. It is such a delight to see you then, the wonderful way you present the story and fairy tale wedding!! My heat bursts with love for you all!!

[@josephinecachia9774]

You're absolutely right when one finds love and decides to be married whatever the age it should be celebrated. Your mother is such a positive person and fun too, I could picture her there on the plane sitting next to Percy😊. He seems such a lovely guy and you forbidding her to go to meet him lol. Saw part of the wedding ceremony on ETC DIY it was magical. Can't wait for your other project with Michael yaaaay. Tc and stay safe❤

[@sigurlaugbjornsdottir9582]

Just wonderful, wonderful, wonderful + all the beautiful comnents on this page. Blessing to you all from Iceland, everything is white outside here now, very much difference between countrys ☺☺☺

[@twobins2060]

One of the reasons we like watching your vlogs is that we get to meet so many nice people. The back story to your mum and Percys meeting was lovely. They are such a lovely couple, and you are a great daughter. Nice to see Gerry in his tartan formal wear. He always brightens things up.

[@helanalurie9962]

It was a beautiful, magical wedding! Your Mom and Percy are a beautiful couple. You have a beautiful team of your and Percy's family, friends and volunteers! It is wonderful how much can be done between people that really care for each other. Very happy about the new project visiting other Chateaus in France, can't wait to see! Take care and stay healthy!

[@chinamichelle5711]

One of the greatest things I ever done is find this channel!! I'm so glad you have shared your beautiful life and my favorite your mother to KZbin. You are a wonderful content creator!! Thank you!!!

[@maureenrees3226]

You are a wonderful daughter! 💖

[@FrugalOverFifty]

My heartfelt congratulations to your mum, Percy, and both of your families. This brought tears to my eyes more than once. Thank you for sharing your joy, your creativity, and your open heart. And I can't wait for your joint venture with Michael. ❤️

[@simonejulee1111]

Oh Stephanie your such an inspiration, I’m sure your father is so proud ♥️

[@laurenlauer6299]

Just this past June my father remarried after the untimely death of my mother at 62. This video resonated with me so much because I had such similar feelings at my dad's wedding. Thank you for sharing this part of your story, I think it will help many people. I truly feel that my mother had a hand in connecting my father with his new wife and I felt her with us so strongly on the day they wed. Lots of love to you, Mummy, and Percy.

[@dlynch1898]

I’m so grateful that I found you as I adore watching your chateau life. What girl doesn’t dream of your life. TFS. And thanks also for sharing your mum’s wedding you are a precious daughter who knows how with your family and your now family from Africa throw a special party and make her mum feel like a princess. I admit you already and look forward to seeing what you will do to continue to entertain your fans. Many blessings to you and your wonderful family from California💐

[@sarahburton3110]

Your cake really was awesome Stephanie 😊🌸💖

[@Princeali7]

Such a beautiful and special day you and everyone involved created for your Mom and Percy!!! Seriously breath taking!!! Congratulations to both of them!!!

[@vicky11ykciv]

Having to cancel travel plans due to covid19, my husband and I have decided to turn our garden (here in Ontario, Canada) into a enchanted midsummer nights dream forest with pergola, twinkle lights, and couches. We ordered the pergola and the next day(a little behind in the series) I watched your episode where the pergola was put up. Then we ordered the couches and the next day I watched the garden furniture being brought out. Now I have decided to make the midsummer nights dream theme and this video came up. It's fate! I now have so many ideas on hanging fairy lights and chandeliers and greenery from the pergola! Thank you, this series has made my quarantine! ❤🇨🇦

[@Britbabe53]

Mummy looked absolutely ravishing! And Percy, very dashing! What a gorgeous wedding!

[@anne4083]

Just what I needed to cheer me up tonight... Thank you! Such a joy to hear all your wonderful stories.

[@innershifttv]

So glad that you created such a lovely wedding for your mother and Percy. My father was an Episcopal clergyman. I have witnessed the most wonderful marriages of 70 & 80 year olds. One story was of teenage sweethearts whose families did not approve. They each married other people. They found each other in their mid 70's and had almost a decade together. It was such a sweet wedding. Love, whenever it happens deserves to be celebrated.

[@TheChateauDiaries]

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[@brenschilling3529]

Congratulations to the Bride and Groom! May you always be blessed with great love dear Isabelle and Percy. The wedding was so beautiful and sweet, just like you both. It was such a joy to be able to share in your big day by blog! Thank you Stephanie for all of the beauty, fun and real life hard work you share with us. You are such a kind, loving and beautiful soul. I know you love your Mum, Dad and now Percy to the max. What a great daughter you are and friend to all. I always look forward to seeing what's going on with you all and especially to the new blog series with Michael that you are putting together touring properties! Sending love and best wishes from across the pond, Bren from Coastal Georgia USA

[@carolinebennett9719]

I am watching the Chateau Diaries from the beginning and it is wonderful to have the explanation of everything and see the chateau in more detail. Thank you

[@lynndixonsilva9961]

You made your mom & Percy's wedding so special - your mom looks so happy and beautiful!

[@CarmenShenk]

Wow, what a gorgeous event with so much love. Mummy is such a beautiful woman! 🩷💙💜

[@teresamacdonald9268]

I would have given this several thumbs up. Congratulations to Mummy and Percy.