The Ancient Wing and a VERY special Interview ! at Château Avensac

Welcome to Château Avensac. Today Phillip is going to show you around the Ancient wing of the Chateau built in 1320 and remodeled in the early 1800's. We also have in store for you a VERY special interview with an important member of our team who has refused to be seen on camera until now. We hope you enjoy todays journey as we further explore Chateau Avensac in the south of France.
We are at the very beginning of our Château restoration/renovation, and we hope you will like and subscribe to the channel and join us for this fascinating journey.
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About us
Two American boys following a dream to purchase and restore a Historic Monument in the south of France. Welcome to Château Avensac!
Our Channel, At the Chateau, will focus on the restoration and celebration of this listed French castle designed in the late 18th century, and built in the beginning of the 19th century, on the ruins of the original 14th century Château.
In 2015 we began an adventure to own a French Chateau. It has been a long journey, and in September of 2021 we became the protectors of this incredible property that we now call home. I keep an ongoing record of the long road to Château ownership, and you can visit our website by clicking on this link... www.atthechate... - If you would like to receive my newsletter that announces new posts, please visit the website and subscribe.
You can also find us on instagram at atthechateau.france or / atthechateau.france
And FaceBook at / atthechateau.france
We would like to thank all of our Patrons who are helping to restore this historic monument, their contributions are invaluable to our efforts. If you would like to become a patron of Château Avensac, follow this link, / chateauavensac

[@Sushi2735]

My sweet sweet Mark! So WONDERFUL TO SEE YOU! You favor you precious Aunt Judy! I love you already. You dear brave brave man! Please please, concentrate on the tiny achievements. Little by little those tiny achievements will add up! The important thing is you are here with us! That is glorious!! I wish I could wrap my arms around you and support you in your recovery. God has blessed you with the most delightful sense of humor!! Let Judy run wild like the wind with a straw in her wine bottle! Love and hugs you precious man! Inch by inch……….

[@atthechateau]

Sushi, you are the sweetest thing and you comment means a lot to us both, Phillip and I, as opposed to Judy and I... Lol I keep up the good fight and the sense of humor! and to the straw in the wine... I think Judy has had enough! at her age the hangovers are terrible!! Merci Beaucoup

[@bonniejeanshelton7422]

I'd like to raise a complaint with HR! Keep Judy on the payroll:She is priceless. Loved the tour and all the information provided. I'm proud of you Mark❤It was definitely time to tell your story.

[@atthechateau]

Bonnie Jean, all I saw was that I need a neck job! Ha ha ha ha... I will let HR know, but you know Linda, she is a tough cookie! Our Love from France to you and Marty

[@joannarainbow1852]

Really enjoyed ‘meeting’ you Mark. Im sure we’ve ALL rooted for you throughout and understood you would tell the story when you were ready. Great to see your feet flexing there. Your comments over the videos are a delight. (And Judy - fear not, you will be just fine!)

[@lorassorkin]

HI MARK!!! It's lovely to meet you! I hope you'll gradually become more comfortable in front on the camera, if not, your contribution to getting these wonderful videos out to us has not gone unappreciated. Phillip, thank you for your perseverance despite camera glitches! I'm certainly not the only viewer who is loving the content you're putting out. Honestly, until the last couple of videos, I had no idea how large the property was. Thanks for showing it off, warts and all. xoxo

[@atthechateau]

Hi Lora!! Thank you for your supportive words. I am not sure how much I will be on camera, we shall see. The worst part of the whole experience was not the filming... it was having to edit myself! Considering and all I did not look too bad... except the neck, I need a neck job!!! Lol... thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@lorassorkin]

@@atthechateau Sweetheart, shut up!!! I didn't notice a single thing that a bag over your head won't fix! LOL KIDDING! You are lovely, hilarious and catty - my personal favorite qualities. I'll ugly cry if you hide away again. xoxo

[@atthechateau]

@@lorassorkin Ha ha ha ha ha ha... I just picked out a nice bag with a smiley face on it!! Merci

[@lorassorkin]

@@atthechateau HAHAHAHA!

[@JackFate518]

So glad to hear from Mark. His commentary on the videos is one of the great features of your channel. Wishing him a complete and speedy recovery.

[@atthechateau]

strugglingsketcher, Thank you for the compliment!! I really appreciate it, as well as the recovery wishes! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@kathymiller9734]

Oh Mark, you beautiful man. So nice to finally put a face to Phillip’s loving words… you’ve got this! Like the chateau, you’re both being loved and cared for at the same time. Many blessings coming your way. And, thank God for Judy, someone needs to keep you two and us laughing 🙏😘🙏. Kathy from Kansas

[@atthechateau]

Kathy, thank you for your caring words, they mean so much to us. We are discussing the Judy situation with HR right now, we shall see!! LOL, Our best from the south of France, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@user-vy3vk2sb8p]

Hopefully you will recover and will be able to get back to what you want to do. Glad that you have a partner taking such good care of you.

[@atthechateau]

Cynthia, your words to gods ear, and I truly thank you!!! and, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@deniereynolds6119]

Mark it is a real pleasure to meet you. I feel your sadness. I had a total knee replacement that got infected and I was bedridden for a year. Pic line installed, heavy antibiotics. Non weight bearing. It was hellish. So my prayers for a complete recovery are with you.

[@atthechateau]

Hi Denie, it is nice to meet you too. I thank you for your kind words and seriously hope that your knee is on the good side of the healing process!! our best from France

[@shawnalupinacci8408]

😘😍🥰💞 Keep moving forward. We are here with you 💗⚜️

[@atthechateau]

Shawna, thank you! I promise to keep moving toward tomorrow and it is so nice to know I am not alone. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@leighevans1394]

We want Judy , we want Judy , we want Judy !!!! Thank you Mark for being so courageous and coming on film xxxx

[@atthechateau]

Leigh, I hear that there is a petition as well as a go fund me page set up for Judy now. We are discussing the situation with HR right now... we will see... LOL... Thank you for your kind words!! and as always, Thank you watching and commenting!

[@Spiroffd]

Hi Mark! Very nice to meet you and hope that Judy stays around as a visiting “docent” or “critic/commentator”. I very sorry to hear about your mobility issues and all the struggles that entails. All of your work is still incredibly important to a project of this scale. I’m very glad that you appear to have a very strong support system.

[@atthechateau]

Spiroffd, Thank you for your kind and supportive words. As to Judy... I heard she was banging at the servants door begging for her job back... hmmmm, we shall see. Lol... Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@Spiroffd]

@@atthechateau You are so welcome. I’ve had my own and had to completely re-figure out how to make my place in the world after everything went wrong. Including many things that Mark is having to navigate.

[@kellyburke5990]

Nice to meet you Mark! Sending best wishes for your continued recovery. I really enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing more of the chateau.

[@atthechateau]

Kelly, nice to meet you as well, thank you for your kind words, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@rochellenowik9875]

Beautiful video Phillip and Mark. This tour of the ancient tower, stable and chapel was interesting. Mark you made my heart break a little --TWICE! I am sorry that some didn't GET your Judy character and I am sorry to see her out of a job. The other was watching you tell the story of the long recovery that you are enduring. It was wonderful to see you grab Phillip's hand and let your love be a shining star in your lives.

[@atthechateau]

Rochelle, In regards to Judy, I am sorry I made your heart break, but I think it means I did my job and did it well!! :) The other heart break means a lot to me and I thank you. Taking Phillips hand was just so natural and he knows where my heart always is. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@kittycatgraham]

So nice to see you. Judy is brilliant in so many ways!

[@atthechateau]

Kittycatgraham, Thank you from Mark, Judy sends her love, and Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@foretb1162]

Mark, I am a survivor of spinal surgery. I severely herniated a spinal disk back in 2006 and was paralyzed from the waist down for 3 months on my left side. I was fortunate that my right was fine and was able to walk - well, hop on one foot really - but with the help of crutches and perseverance, after those 3 months and believing that I would walk normally again, I recovered. It took 5 years of perseverance and positive thinking to get me there, but today (since Oct 2011) I walk normally, on both legs and with minimal pain or no pain at all. I am here to encourage you. I too cried because I felt all my dreams of living and accomplishing the things I most wanted in life were ended. It took the intervention of a good friend to remind me that all was not lost and that as long as I kept the end goal - walking on both legs - alive, I would get there. There were days where it took all my courage to simply rise out of bed. Other days, were difficult ones where all I accomplished was 1 thing - like washing my dishes. It might have taken me 4 hours to wash 4 plates, 2 cups and knives and forks and rest periods between, but it was an accomplishment for that day. After falling at home one day, I lay there crying and berating myself for being foolish. I looked up on my wall and found a piece of paper that I had written and pasted there a week before I was injured. "Though there are days where the sun does not shine, 80% of the others do." It reminded me of my dreams. On that floor, I took the decision to never talk of having a 'bad, terrible, horrible or miserable' day. I decided there and then that even if it took me 45 minutes to walk 10 feet, that it would be a good day. From that point on I would describe my days as good (I accomplished 1thing completely), difficult (I had trouble getting out of bed, but made it and accomplished 1/2 of something) and a challenging day (it took me an hour to roll off the bed, 2 hours to get dressed and walking 5 feet took 20 minutes). By focusing on the end goal ever day, no matter how I felt physically, I was able to get to the end of the long road. You will too. Smile, joke with your friends, read what interests you, rest when you need to, push yourself a little more every day but not beyond what your health care team recommends. As your spinal column releases the swelling you will get to do more and more. Stay positive. You'll get there. Philip, continue to encourage him. I'm glad you are there to support him. take care both of you. From a friend 'across the pond' and north of the 49.

[@atthechateau]

Foret, I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to tell your story and the words of encouragement. I am so happy that you have returned to normal life and that the horizon looks good. I will admit that the five year part scared me, but I am determined and incredibly patient right now. I have PT 3-4 hours a day, depending on the day, 7 days a week. The rest of the time I stay in this semi reclined state so as to keep the nerve channels open for healing. I discovered early on that the wheel chair hurts my, and cuts off my femoral nerves. My numb legs fall asleep and that cannot be good for the healing process. So I stay here, patiently waiting. Not to say that we do not get out, but we see it to a minimum and we know that we will have plenty of time to go out and about later. My sincerest thanks to you and our best of wishes, Mark and Phillip

[@foretb1162]

@@atthechateau Thank you for your update and reply. I accidentally fell upon your channel that day but believe it was meant to be. Have you spoken to your PT about the wheelchair? See if they can offer a modified back for it. There are wheelchairs that have a titled back and chair seat panel rods as well as density cushions for a more comfortable 'sit'. I had to sit in one for 12 hours on the initial injury when in the ER and found the same as you. You are fortunate to have been lent a hospital bed with a lift-out bar! I only had a flat mattress, was advised that PT was not recommended and being it was due to a car accident, the auto insurance company stated the accident didn't happen because there was minimal damage to the vehicle. Every treatment I had was from out of pocket. I almost went bankrupt! Two types of treatments that helped a lot was working with a kinesthesiologist and a reflexologist. It was very painful at times but it helped - a lot! It kept me limber enough to be able to not have a foot drop after only 3 months of tenacious - 3 x a week - therapy. I kept going back because the treatments were beneficial to not only my recovery (3 x a week once the paralysis started to ease then 2 x, then 1/wk, then 1/10 days, etc.) but also my state of mind. Instead of wallowing in my misery, I was getting out of the house. At first, I had issues with letting people "see" me in that state. I'm a very private person who, at the time, didn't like imposing on others for help. Through that moment in my life I learned that there's nothing wrong with asking for help. I met wonderful people who truly wanted to help me heal and grow emotionally. They helped me see that it wasn't pity but genuine caring and compassion. If someone offers to help you, look into their eyes - there you'll see the truth. Friends in particular are the most precious of all help. For, "friendship is the jewel that only the cushion of the heart can be its resting place." Take care.

[@atthechateau]

@@foretb1162 Hi Foret or as we say in France rebonjour ! I will tell you that we have tried everything with the chair, and in truth I am ok in it for a couple of hours, maybe three, but when I try to stand up (using a verticalizer) my left leg has become numb and I loose what little control of it that I do have. Not a big deal as I do not mind being in the semi reclining position and focusing on my PT or my work. I have put myself in recovery mode, and that is all that matters right now. I am determined to move beyond this, so if chairing around and having a good time is detrimental to recovery, then it can wait. We do on occasion go out, dinner, a drive through the countryside, my extra PT five days a week, but most of the time I am in the cave... That's what I call it, Lol. I know what you mean about being drained of money! The French system is great, but they have very specific ways that things are to be handled, and if you do not fit in the box you are screwed. Anyone in my situation is to be in an institution, no if ands or buts. We tried it for two months, and it did not work for me on so may levels. They claim 4 hrs of PT a day... that is why we went there.... the truth... a 4 hour block of time (2 morning, 2 afternoon), but... each physical therapist is dealing with 4 - 6 patients at a time. So you get 20 minutes in each 2 hour block. The rest of the time is like... go squeeze a ball between your legs. Nothing on the weekends or holidays, you just sit in your room waiting for the days to pass. Add to that, Doctors in charge that do not understand anyone that has a voice of their own. We broke all the "rules" with Phillip being in the room with me most of the day and the evening. The clinics do not want spouses around for some reason. I did not need any medical care other than very personal care, and I insisted that Phillip be the person doing those things. The nursing staff understood and really enjoyed having Phillip there and the higher level of care that he was able to give due to their own time constraints. We left for a lot of reasons, too many to go into here, and went home. Corinne, my main PT comes 3 hours a day, 7 days a week. One on one massage, flexing, and exercises. We pay for her out of pocket. The healthcare is coving the bed (the overhead bars I insisted on and fought for!!). The healthcare also covers the nurses that come in three times a week to change my catheter bandage (it goes into my abdomen as opposed to up my private parts), and the second PT that we go to Mon - Fr in the afternoon for 40 minutes each time. The healthcare will not cover any other equipment... the verticalizer, the parallel bars, etc... because, if you need that type of equipment you should be in a clinic. sigh... between Corinne and the equipment we have spent a fortune, with no end in site. I owe my recovery speed to Corinne. If I was relying on the system it would take years and years! I am not quite a year in from complete paralysis, and I am able to stand at the parallel bars, next step is literally... step! But I need my left leg to wake up more. I have met many great people and I have great support. And as always, I have my sense of humor!!!

[@patbradford3244]

Tallahassee, Florida here. BRING BACK JUDY!!!!! Mark keep the faith, I am sure everyone who watches is rooting for you and sending positive vibes! Love you both. You are a joy to watch! Makes my day when you put up a video!!

[@atthechateau]

Pat, Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot to know that there are people all over the world who have my back. Our love from the south of France! and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@jillphillips3227]

SO SO SO GREAT to see Mark again! You have been greatly missed! Congrats on your progress! Never give up!

[@atthechateau]

Jill, thank you so much for your kind words, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@litsakoutoula3071]

Speedy recovery Mark❤ you two are wonderful people❤

[@atthechateau]

Litsa, thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️

[@cherylargenziano7475]

I’m glad to have finally “met” you Mark. Don’t be a stranger! Many of us would, I’m sure, send words of encouragement & praise for each step of your recovery. Btw, I enjoy the Judy spots but like you as you are. You & Phillip are lucky to have one another.💕💕

[@atthechateau]

Cheryl, Thank you for such kind thoughts and lovely words, they mean a lot to us! Also, Thank you for watching and commenting!! and Judy sends her ❤️

[@sandywallace218]

So glad to see Mark improving slowly but surely it will happen all in good time

[@atthechateau]

Sandy, thank you for your words of support! and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@cary2223]

Mark, keep up the good spirit and confidence for a complete recovery. My prayers are with you. And please keep Judy around! I just love her - and you chateau vlog!

[@atthechateau]

Cary, thank you for your kind words of support. HR is receiving a lot of complaints so you never know!! Lol Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@davidford420]

Great to finally see Mark once again 👍🙏

[@atthechateau]

Hi David, I am still trying to decide if it was nice to be seen, hospital bed and all... Lol, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@donnabaker6252]

You are doing a lot of work Mark, don't get down on yourself. Life sends us curve balls, but we deal with them the best way we can. God bless!

[@atthechateau]

Donna, thank you for your kind words! I have to say that this one was quite a curve ball, but I expect to come out on the other side. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@anne4083]

What a great surprise having you join the video Mark! The very best of wishes for your recovery.. Loving your friend Judy too!! 😉😅🤗

[@atthechateau]

Anne, Thank you for your kind words and (fired) Judy sends her love. Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@connieclum8470]

So happy to see you mark and Phillip.Judy is soooo fun,love her🌻🌹😊⭐️🆒🇺🇸

[@atthechateau]

Connie, we are so glad to share our journey with you! Judy sends her love, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@tammyadkins3537]

So nice to meet you Mark get better hugs to you both ❤ love Judy

[@atthechateau]

Tammy, nice to meet you as well, and I will get better I promise!! Judy sends her love, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@chrisbeckstrom6182]

Hi guys. Cool tour, I love the really derelict spaces at the chateau. Nice also to see you Mark. I have a mobility disability too. Best of luck on your recovery. Don't sack Judy, she's fabulous!

[@atthechateau]

Chris, I have a new and complete respect for those with disabilities, and applaud you. We will be the only Chateau that I know of that will have a suite of rooms that will be accessible to everyone. Thank you for your kind words and Thank you for watching and commenting! PS... HR has gotten big trouble over the Judy thing... we shall see... LOL

[@jerrygodwin9084]

Hey Mark so nice to finally meet you. I'm wishing you a healthy and speedy recovery. OH and please don't fire Judy.

[@atthechateau]

Jerry, thank you for your kind words. And, as to Judy... hmmmm, we shall see ! Lol ❤️ Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@lyndaking7519]

So nice to finally meet you Mark, onwards and upwards on your journey as you slowly recover. You are truly blessed to be in such a loving relationship with Phillip. Thank you for inviting us all to share the renovations of your beautiful chateau 💙🥂

[@atthechateau]

Lynda, it is nice to meet you as well. It is our pleasure to share what we are going through and hope to inspire others to just throw caution to the wind and goo for it! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@SissyLove2000]

Thank you for the tour, Phillip and nice to finally meet you, Mark! Sending ❤ and hope for a full recovery from Kansas!

[@atthechateau]

SissyLove, Phillip says you are very welcome, and it is nice to meet you as well. Thank you for your kind words, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@rt3box6tx74]

So nice to see you again Mark. Rehab is a marathon - all my best in your recovery.

[@atthechateau]

RT3 BOX6 TX, a marathon indeed! I am just looking forward to being able to run it! Lol... Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@hippy9309]

Im so happy you’re getting better! Heal well! You are so beautiful together

[@atthechateau]

Hippy, thank you fro such lovely words, it means a lot to us!! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@atthechateau]

❤️❤️❤️

[@pv6450]

Lovely to see Mark! ❤

[@atthechateau]

P V, Thank you! and Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@elizabethsalgado277]

Beautiful our old chateau,and pray for our loving husband first health…. Im from Puerto Rico.

[@atthechateau]

Elizabeth, ¡Muchas gracias por sus amables palabras y nuestro amor a usted desde el sur de Francia ! ¡¡¡Gracias por ver y comentar !!!

[@kimkimmel]

Love the humour! Wonderful seeing Mark.❤ Georgia USA 🇺🇸

[@atthechateau]

Kim, thank you so much! our best from the south of France, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@sharonyray]

So happy to finally see and hear you Mark. All my very best wishes, love and healing light being sent. Big hugs and kisses to you both!

[@atthechateau]

Hey Sharon 👋🏼 Always so lovely to see your name in the comments!!! Thank you fro the well wishes and our ❤️ from France, Mark and Phillip 🥰

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

Philip and Mark thank you for the update. I had hoped Mark was Judy and the clever editor of the videos. Phillip is a wonderful guide. You two are a power couple! So happy you are on the mend Mark!

[@atthechateau]

Robbie, I think you misunderstood, there is just a family resemblance between Mark and Judy. It is obvious that Judy is much much much older!! Ha ha ha ha ha haaaaaaa Thank you for your kind words and Thank you for watching and commenting!! PS, Power Couple, We will own that one! ❤️

[@miket7226]

Mark please know that I am praying for you. You helped my friend and her husband who are in the process of buying their own Chateau. God Bless you two, and Judy.

[@atthechateau]

Mike, you are very kind and we really appreciate it. I am also glad that our advice was helpful, would love to know how they are getting on in the process. Thank you!!!

[@miket7226]

@@atthechateau Mark, I don't want to say anything yet. I don't want to Jinx it. But I will say it's absolutely beautiful with only small projects, like putting in a kitchen. Lol I will keep you posted.

[@lorrainehinchliffe5371]

Hang in there! You’re doing great with a difficult, life changing situation. I love Judy, she’s a hoot. And the printed comments are very entertaining, keep it up. Obviously you’re very computer savvy and talented so you’re definitely paying your way. Take care.

[@atthechateau]

Lorraine, Thank you for your kind words and votes of confidence! and Thank you for watching and commenting!! PS... Judy a hoot... ha ha ha ha ha haaaaaaaaa

[@creativecottage6137]

Hello Mark, your contribution to the chateau is enormous, look at all that work on the computer… wow! What a fab way of keeping you involved. Keep your spirits up Philip needs you to share that lovely space with. So pleased your on the mend x

[@atthechateau]

Creative Cottage, thank you for your kind words. The wizard behind the curtain is oft overlooked. :) As always Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@thechatelaine]

Love you both keep going you have a wonderful Chateau and Judy is my favourite character....💖💖💖

[@atthechateau]

The Chatelaine, Thank you so much!!! Fear not, we are discussing the Judy situation with HR... lol... our ❤️ to you from the Gers

[@janegendreau6595]

I just love you, Mark & Phillip!! I really appreciate your kindness & gentleness toward one another!! And, the fact that Judy is a "distant relative" makes me love her too!! I'm so happy you were part of this video, Mark, & I know we're a year out from this episode & pray that each day you are improving more & more!! Blessings!! 🇺🇸

[@atthechateau]

Jane, I improve a little tiny bit everyday. Still not able to walk, but getting closer. I have great hopes that Christmas time will see me hobbling around here. Without Phillip I never would have made it this far. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you ❤️❤️

[@peter_bazinet]

What an amazing tour. Made even better by an accompanying kitty!!!

[@atthechateau]

Peter, I am glad you enjoyed the ancient wing, with kitty ! ❤️

[@peter_bazinet]

@@atthechateau I have two cats of my own. A mother and her daughter. I got them from the shelter. As I live in Pasadena, they obviously needed Victorian names. The mama is The Lady Eugenia Isabella Underfoot, and the baby is named The Princess Theodora Esmeralda Underfoot (as they usually always are).

[@shirleygraham6229]

Best wishes for a healthy, full recovery Mark. Thank you for opening up your current personal journey to us. May you and Phillip achieve your plan of upgrading your chateau. There is a lot of work ahead of you but your terraces and lower park areas are beautiful. No doubt it will all be stunning in time.

[@atthechateau]

Janice, you are so sweet and we really appreciate it! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@randyterry9672]

This boy from Alabama sends you fellers best wishes. Keep on keeping on, and best with the recovery...and all the incredible work you're doing to preserve and bring life to the castle.

[@atthechateau]

Hey Randy, I am glad you are watching our earlier videos, and thank you for the well wishes !!! ❤️ from the south of France

[@jennybuzek2091]

I am relieved that Judy is still part of your facebook vlogs!!!! She is great!

[@atthechateau]

Jenny, thank you and... Judy sends her love ❤️

[@bobmarrier4374]

Do "NOT" let Judy go. We are losing all our creative and humorous people in this messed up world today. To hell with the haters I say! Side with the people that appreciate what Judy brings to the party 🥳

[@atthechateau]

Bob, I am with you, to hell with the haters!! But d keep in mind that Judy brings a lot of booze and a snarky comment or two to the party!! Ha ha ha ha ha Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@JaniceStPeter]

Aww, such love. Thanks for sharing!

[@atthechateau]

Janice, you are very kind and we truly appreciate it! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@mrmrsbrownsanimals4632]

Very nice to meet you mark.

[@atthechateau]

Mr & Mrs Brown's Animals, very nice to meet you as well, and, you have Llamas!!! The baby video is sooooo adorable!! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@katepage7505]

The history alone amazes me! Thanks!

[@atthechateau]

Kate, trust me, me too!! Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@marybowers1650]

Hang in there Mark. Time is the great healer.

[@atthechateau]

Mary, you said it!!! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@janicedelp2775]

It was wonderful to be able to visit with Mark. I will be praying for your recovery. Both of you are precious and lovely. Thanks for the tour! Janice from Arkansas USA

[@atthechateau]

Janice, thank you so much for your kind words and wishes, they truly mean a lot to us! Our best from the south of France ❤️ and, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@glennmartin346]

Just watched the latest installment and THRILLED to see Mark make a 'physical' appearance! You've always been in every video with your sharp wit, through editing comments. You have a fan with me! Hopefully by Christmas you'll be decorating that room. All the best boys!❤

[@atthechateau]

Glenn, I am ever present in every video, just not on camera. Thank you for your kind words and let's hope for Christmas! I have a big ass tree to decorate properly this year!!! Ladders!! LOL... Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@lynsandlin400]

You are absolutely marvelous 'JUDY'! love it when you show up😂 had no clue it was you. Glad to know you are getting better🙏💖

[@atthechateau]

Lyn, Judy sends her love and thank you for your warm wishes! and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@ruthrobathan77]

It's nice to meet you, Mark. I love Judy! Please don't sack her! I also love your comments throughout the videos.. they often make me laugh out loud. You're doing a brilliant job, keep it up. And Phillip, you're doing fine as well..love the outtakes!

[@atthechateau]

Ruth, it is nice to meet you as well. Thank you for your kind words, they mean a lot to us. I promise I will pass your love onto Judy, she is around here somewhere crying in a corner ! Lol.... thank you for watching and commenting!

[@jurgenkading3375]

Mark I wish you well. Get better soon.

[@atthechateau]

Jurgen, thank you for your well wishes!!! and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@bellaisimasalon]

Oh I love that you came to the video Mark! You have been incredibly brave and I love your tenacity! Your contributions (including Judy) are awesome 👏. I love that you all have each other and that we can follow along with your journey! I can hardly wait to visit! Keep up all the self care! #keepjudy

[@atthechateau]

bellaisimasalon, Thank you so much for such a lovely comment, your words of support mean a lot. It was a tough decision for me to make. I am so self conscious of the lower half of my body. But, everyday it is improving little by little by little, fingers crossed that I will be back on my feet by the beginning of next year. Probably a bit wobbly, but up on my feet. We do indeed hope that you will visit the castle in the future, and Thank you fo #keepjudy !!! 😆😆❤️🏰

[@dianepiatkowski2400]

Beautiful !!

[@atthechateau]

Diane, Thank you, and thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

Sending wishes for your recovery. You and Judy will surely be kicking up your heels soon at the chateau ! And your chateau is really sublime ❤

[@atthechateau]

Marianne, Thank you for your kind words! Thank you for watching and commenting!! PS, Judy only wears 6 inch stilettos, so it is going to be quite the kick! LOL

[@michaelw.8614]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Mark. That tour was fabulous Philip...bravo. Glad that Judy will continue to guest star!!

[@atthechateau]

Michael, thank you for your well wishes, we will get there!! and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@eileencronk7520]

Love Judy! She should be the guest that never leaves!

[@atthechateau]

Eileen, I will add your name to the list of people complaining about HR letting Judy go... stay tuned!!! Lol Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@ChateauDIYlover]

I think you folks are my new favorite chateau team! Love how you are taking these challenges with a sense of humor and so much love. Can't wait to see Mark getting stronger every day, and can't wait to see what you accomplish with your new home! Kudos to Judy for holding down the fort and I hope you consider hiring her back!

[@atthechateau]

Debbie, We are very happy to be your Favorite!! and thank you for your kind words. We will get there little by little. We are in discussions with HR about Judy... hmmmm, we shall see... Lol... Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@koolkeith530]

I just found your channel.. I am now addicted and binge watching.

[@atthechateau]

Keith, welcome aboard! I am a binge watcher myself, (except when I have to watch myself !!! Lol)... so I understand. thank you for watching and commenting!

[@arnicepernice8656]

Mark I know you may feel that you want to wait until…. This or that. But from one who had a life changing injury believe me that no one is ever their best . If we all waited for ‘ the right time’ other opportunities will pass us by. No one here knows how things were before and so to us we just find you as you are now , that is not a bad thing but to reassure you that our journey with you starts here…and Your hilarious comments on screen I find uplifting and laugh out loud . This helps me and I’m sure gives joy to the many that watch too. This channel gives us an amazing window into your glorious chateau and that you not only have a full time job of trying to get and stay well along with helping to create these vlogs is admirable,so thank you. I do wish you courage and hope for each day . And that you have a good view of your park and garden from the chaise/ bed❤. As for me sometimes all I can do is watch these vlogs online from my bed….

[@atthechateau]

Brownowl34, your comment brought tears to my eyes and I thank you for a completely different perspective. I will do some thinking on this. I have agreed to be a little more on camera in a, sort of, What is Mark doing? kind of thing. We are thinking it through and looking for ways to make it interesting and entertaining. I do have a lovely view from my little cave and I enjoy what I see going on in the word outside my window. I may be reading a little too much between the lines, but I hope you are well and we wish you all the best! ❤️

[@paulacorreal1675]

Love your channel, Phillip, So nice to see the real Judy who I also love. Wishing you a complete recovery from PA, USA.

[@atthechateau]

Paula, Thank you ! The real Judy 😂😂😂😂 and thank you for the well wishes. Slowly but surely, little bit by little bit I am healing. ❤️ Mark

[@Redbuzzcut]

Great to see you both of you guys and also happy to see you have kept your sense of humor through all this! Love Ms. Judy! Stay strong and keep your eyes on a bright future. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@atthechateau]

Redbuzzcut, thank you for your kind words, if I do nothing else, I will keep my sense of humor and laugh my way through this. Judy sends her love, and with eyes on the future I say... Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@jillbeechey4453]

It was so nice to meet you Mark! Nothing against Judy but she can give you a headache...lol. Sounds like you have a good team to help you with your recovery. Look forward to your progress as well as the progress of your new home. 🇨🇦 ❤

[@atthechateau]

Jill, it is lovely to meet you as well. Judy is more of a pain in my side than in my head!! Lol, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@TalkTalk44]

Hello Mark, nice to meet you during these difficult times for you .wishing you well and knowing it will take time and Patience for your recovery. Wonderful chateau and video.

[@atthechateau]

Talk Talk, thank you for your kind words, they are truly appreciated ! Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@johnnatopper6063]

Great video, following your journey. Thk you for saving her

[@atthechateau]

Johanna, we are very happy that you are allowing our journey and it is our honor to bring this girl back to life. For the second time, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@chantalcottontnvplastics8452]

Loved finally meeting Mark! You have already made such huge progress and I am convinced the day you walk again is not far off (your patience, acceptance and dedicated physio work WILL get you up again🙏🏻). Philip is such a kind, gentle soul and you are both blessed to have each other💛💛💛

[@atthechateau]

Chantal, you are so sweet and your kind words mean a lot to us!!! Thank you ❤️ from the south of France

[@chateaudelannoy]

thank you for the tour guys , very nice ;) and i hope you get better bit by bit Mark x with the care and love of phillip you get there 😘 i hope judy can stay , i like her , and bad comments will always be around , as long you enjoy making them that's what counts 😉 we are having our keys end this month so you are always welcome to visit whenever you fancy . Grts Yves

[@atthechateau]

Chateau Delannoy, Than you for your kind words! I may not use clickbait, but I use Judybait ! Ha ha ha ha ha Congratulations on your soon to be be Keys, we will have to get together and compare size. Big house if France, big keys!! LOL... as always thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@highseasailing8624]

So lovely to meet you Mark! So generous and brave of you and Phillip to share your story. I love Judy, perhaps HR got the wrong chateau? ❤️ all the way from Sydney.

[@atthechateau]

High Seasailing, I would say it is nice to meet you too, but I feel I know you already as you comment time after time, and I know your name. Nonetheless it is nice to meet you as well. I will let HR know your feelings and, as always, Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@wendy-moore]

... and your chateau is amazing!

[@atthechateau]

Wendy, and, thank you again!!!

[@deniseh122]

Good to meet you Mark. Appreciate the time and editing you put into these wonderful vlogs. Thumbs up for continued success in your recovery. Hoping HR will reconsider Judy being part of the team.❤ Take care, you two. Maine USA

[@atthechateau]

Denise, I truly appreciate your comment. I don't think most people realize how much goes into these mini movies that are called Vlogs, I know I sure didn't until I started editing them !! Our best to you in the beautiful State of Maine, and Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@Liberté-NAT]

Love Judy and so nice to finally meet Mark! You both are so brave, funny and your love for each other is inspiring. ❤

[@atthechateau]

Nancy, what a lovely and wonderful comment, Thank you ! and Happy Holidays from the Château 🏰 PS, Judy sends her ❤️

[@lindamcmahon3323]

I could not have loved that interview with Mark more! You are both amazing gentlemen. Thank you for sharing your life with us, and best of luck Mark on your recovery!

[@atthechateau]

Linda, Thank you so much for your kind words, they really mean a lot to us! Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@stephjezo6470]

So lovely to put the face to the wit of the captions and Judy. 😂 You do what is comfortable and good for you for pushing ahead and keeping progress moving! Wheelchair will eventually be a thing of the past, Judy will make sure of it. ;) A thought for the note on the wall....talk to a conservator and consider affixing a frame with glass to the wall and do the rest of the room decor with that in place. May be better than trying to move it. Conservator may have info on how to make sure the paper stays together longer too. 🤷

[@atthechateau]

Steph, your words to gods ear! Wheelchair be gone!! We will consider your suggestion about the writing on the wall. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@johnnatopper6063]

Wonderful to see you

[@atthechateau]

Johanna, Thank you! After editing the video, I am not so sure it was nice to be seen, no one ever told me how difficult it is to edit yourself. Lol... Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@gloriasmestad3803]

I enjoy your vlog so much! (The tour guide cat was an hilarious bonus). Both of you are doing a marvelous job moving forward under difficult circumstances, and I admire that very much. Keep up the good work healing and creating the home you are working on together!

[@atthechateau]

Gloria, Thank you for your kind words and keep in mind that Ruby is available for tours at most hours of the day!! Lol Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@kathrynmehan9795]

Mark, so nice to see you! Phillip has done a great job of introducing us to your lovely home but so happy to see you on camera too! Stay strong, keep Judy and keep sharing your story! Love from Philadelphia, USA. Xo!

[@atthechateau]

Kathryn, Thank you for your kind words ! We are discussing the Judy situation with HR now... we shall see. ❤️ from the South of France, Mark and Phillip

[@rvaprep]

I’m repeating myself, but your Chateau is exquisite. Your plans are in keeping with the historical integrity and some modern conveniences added in. I hope both of you are savoring each beautiful day and also gaining the strength to keep moving forward. Take care my friends, Ralph Rocchiccioli

[@atthechateau]

Ralph, I give you permission to repeat yourself as such as you like! and thank you for your kind words!! PS... I love your last name!!

[@robinmeek7593]

Wonderful to meet you, Mark. Time changes everything, keep moving the best you can, and it will pay off! Judy is great!

[@atthechateau]

Robin, thank you for your words of encouragement, it means a lot. Judy sends her love, and Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@sue7190]

I love Judy, please keep her on the payroll. It really is classic comedy, look forward to her section.

[@atthechateau]

Sue, I heard that Judy is banging at the servants entrance door... if I could, I would get up and unlock it for her!! LOL... (wink, wink) Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@veronicarunge2241]

Thank you for sharing - Love Judy / Mark you are amazing 😊- keep going - Phillip love the tours around the chateau - from Australia.

[@atthechateau]

Veronica, Thank you!!! our best to you in Australia and Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@robbiestewart8159]

So nice to see you both. It’s been too long

[@atthechateau]

Robbie, so great to see your name here! It has been too long, I don't even think I can count the high... Lol... Our love to you, Maria, and the horde of boys!! Mark and Phillip ❤️

[@gitte600]

Thanks for sharing love😍

[@atthechateau]

arne, you are welcome and ❤️❤️❤️... also Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@shona4534]

Love you guys ❤

[@atthechateau]

Shona, ❤️ Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@cathyagain5841]

Fabulous to see you and hear you share your story of your health. Sending a billion hugs to the three of you ( Judy ) 😊 wishing all the best and thank you for the chuckles.

[@atthechateau]

Cathy, thank you for your lovely words and hugs, all one billion of them! Our best from France, Mark and Phillip

[@jeffreygaio9284]

Always enjoys your videos. So great to see you Mark. Sending you a big hug. So happy to see your progress. Love to you and Philip.

[@atthechateau]

Jeffrey, Hey 👋🏼 I love seeing your name pop up in the comments! Thank you! Our love to you and Alan ❤️

[@carriestanfield8637]

🦘🦘🦘Dearest Judy I’m devastated at your retrenchment. Hang in there girl we all want you back. That is all the peeps with a sense of humour. Here in Australia I would call you a Bonza Sheila. One of the oldest but highest compliments Mark you are an inspiration overcoming those mobility challenges. I reckon we will all look back to these times in years to come and think “wow he sure has guts grit and determination “. Phillip I look forward to seeing what you present to us. You guys are a great team. I’m so pleased you both came into my life. ‘Till next time ❤🦘🦘🦘

[@atthechateau]

Carrie, Judy just went and looked up Bonza Sheila, and she is sitting there looking all pleased with herself... LOL We want to thank you fro your kind words and we are so pleased to have you in our lives as well! Our ❤️ from the south of France, Mark and Phillip

[@looyosummers5796]

Awe, keep Judy, and thank you for sharing.❤️

[@atthechateau]

Looyo... keep watching!! LOL... Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@sharondilloncavalierland954]

Great video! Loved the tour. You will walk again, Mark! I have a hospital bed in my dining room. My husband had spine surgery in January. He's recovering well but not sleeping flat yet. Once that occurs he can move back upstairs. We may have to get a different bed. Who knows. thank you for sharing your story. Too bad Judy was sacked. You do her so well! Hugs!

[@atthechateau]

Sharon, thank you for your words of support and wish your husband our best! I know what he is going through. And fear not, I hear Judy banging on the servants entrance door as I write this. If I could get up I would let her in... Oh well ! LOL Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@globalunity4249]

Rock on and love that you took the time to share your medical journey. High five for moving on. Understanding that you have good and bad days I am glad that you felt comfortable enough to talk to us about it. Thank you. I am a spinal injury patient. I was diagnosed as a complete paraplegic but regained movement later in time after a number of surgeries. I do live with issues but life moves on. Motivation is key for sure. I love the Chateau and enjoy watching your progress along with sharing your home with us. Thank you again!

[@atthechateau]

Global Unity, trust me when I say that I am sorry that you have had a spinal injury! It is a crazy journey and there is so little information out there on what to expect and what you are going to go through. I am glad that you have regained movement! I am recovering a tiny little bit everyday, it is just never fast enough for me, I need to get to work!!! Thank you for watching and please know that it is a pleasure to share our journey with everyone. My best and thanks Mark

[@highlandgoldendoodlesrobin4828]

Life has a way of showing us what strong people we had no idea we could become. Prayers for your continued recovery. I would love a back story on what you both did previous to the chateau.

[@atthechateau]

Highland Goldendoodles Robin Thomas, thank you for your very kind and supportive words. If you would like to read our backstory follow this link... www.atthechateau.com/our-story and, Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@catherine1057]

Oh my, so so sorry to hear about your malady. Sounds like you are one tough cookie, with a wonderful husband/ partner & amazing chateau .Wishing you a speedy recovery , to have all your dreams and wants come true. Hi from San Diego California ☀️🌴

[@phyllisburrell8661]

I'm watching from San Diego too ! : ) It's amazing how many of us fans are spread out from all over the globe. : )

[@atthechateau]

Catherine, thank you for your kind words! My husband Phillip is amazing!!! It is nice to hear from someone in San Diego, I worked at the Old Globe for a couple of seasons so I know it well. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@atthechateau]

and Phyllis too, San Diego, I know it well, I worked at the Old Globe for a couple of seasons

[@gohtt]

Hey guys 🎉🎉🎉. I have been watching every video from the beginning. I love what you have done and look forward to watching your adventure. Big Bear Hugs from Arizona.

[@atthechateau]

Gohtt, first, thank you for your kind words. Second, OMG I now know what Gohtt stands for and I adore it! and I read something somewhere that has great meaning in it "be kind, enjoy life, love others along the way"... Nothing else need be said! ❤️ Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@millie9236]

The more we watch, the more we like. Y'all are a sweet couple and you have a wonderful working relationship. The e-plans are truly amazing.

[@atthechateau]

Millie, Thank you for your kind words, and we are happy that you continue to watch!! I am assuming you are referring to the plans that are on the website, but just in case you are referring to the ones in the videos, and you want to really explore, follow this link... www.atthechateau.com/plans-du-chateau Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@gypsy1588]

Great video. I can't even imagine having a home with a building built in the 14th century. Loved the tour and also appreciate Mark making an appearance. We all go through rough times in our life and later we can see what growth we made during that rough time. Even though, at this time Mark, you are not pointing and plastering walls, you still are contributing big time through all the planning. Don't be shy or uncomfortable with filming in a wheelchair. Right now, this is your life, your experience, your adventure. We wake up every morning to new beginnings. Love Judy, she is genius.

[@atthechateau]

Gypsy, thank you so much for your loving words, they ,Ean a lot to me! I don't know about filming in a wheel chair, but Judy just told me you are brilliant!! 😂 Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@nuriaarfa-zanganeh630]

And so you both continue to be very brave, talented and good fun...Your home is quite impressive. All the best from Spain

[@atthechateau]

Nuria, our neighbor to the south, thank you for your kind words! and Thank you for watching and commenting!!

[@romeymine]

Awww, Ruby is so cute! Love her striped tail. ☺️ Got a little teary-eyed during the interview as the determination and the love between you was quite moving. You guys are doing great on the place and it's exciting to see your plans. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us! ❤

[@atthechateau]

Chandra, you are so sweet and I thank you for your kind words ❤️, and it is our pleasure to open our world up and invite everyone in, it truly is a grand adventure. Also, thank you for watching and commenting!

[@bwitched3810]

Hello Mark nice meeting the other half ..You two are amazing sending you a big hug love from the Us

[@atthechateau]

Sandy, It is nice to meet you as well. Thank you do much for your lovely words!! our best from France, and Thank you for watching and commenting!