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The Chateau Diaries Episode 630 ✨🏰✨
Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ 🏰
This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
We share our life in this ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and show you the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. You have made The Chateau Diaries one of the top 400 Patreon accounts in the world, and have transformed not only our lives here, but the future of this beautiful chateau! I’m overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!!
If you're interested in becoming a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: / thechateaudiaries
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[@YellinUpAStorm]

Your mother switching to French to tell you and Jerry off “some smacks are going undelivered” is just peak Mummy!❤❤❤😂

[@mariahoulihan9483]

yes.. and said in such jest. My Welsh Mother used to mock tell us off too.. 'I am going to give you such a biff in a minute'... never happened, lol.

[@mariemckeon2626]

I’ve been slightly blown away by some of the negative comments on this vlog, I hope Stephanie and all of the team/family at LaLande do not take these onboard. I am so grateful you allow us to see snippets of your work/ lives. You all bring so much joy!

[@juliehilton1701]

I agree with you, it would be lovely if all people could just accept this channel as a beautiful corner of KZbin that is always uplifting and puts out good vibes into the universe ❤❤

[@Toomanydogs7]

Agreed it gives me so much joy❤

[@StarGirl-l5l]

Some people are just sour and not happy in other people’s enthusiasm and joy.

[@normamurray4450]

Jealousy mixed with envy. Everything looks so wonderful and it is, but it takes a lot of work to get to that point to make a top notch vlog like Stephanie makes. I'm sure she is completely worn out at the end of a day working for our entertainment. Thank you Stephanie and all who help you.

[@TheImpatientGardener]

Anyone who is leaving negative comments has never thrown a big soirée. The fact that Stephanie is smiling is amazing. I’d be a very snippy person at this point before a big event, regardless of how well it was coming together. These are good people. And also my gosh, commenters should leave mum alone. She’s tired and stressed for goodness sake. Let her be.

[@BarbaraGardner-o9n]

Percy is looking so healthy and seems to be feeling well too. He has vitality now. He is starting to fill out his frame now too. He is a miracle.

[@BarryBealing]

I don’t often comment but the people with negative things to say have no idea of how these things come together. If you want to make negative comments look at all the terrible things that are happening in the world and stop knocking people who are giving so many people joy Barry Australia

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Hear, hear.

[@gioiapharo7433]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@MsSherryjh]

Good for Mummy! Her hairdoes look beautiful without coloring it. And that blue dress and it's colors is so complimentary for her.

[@svg7335]

I agree I'm always amazed at her beautiful skin and youthfulness. I agree with Percy, though, that the clip on top of her head is not her best look. But I understand her not wanting her hair in her face.😅

[@christelgoedecke7017]

suggestion: hang the tablecloth wrong side out when sun drying...keeps colors from fading.

[@mommashawna707]

Although I do think those you can use on the reverse side also but yes in general that’s a great idea

[@zander8018]

LaLandé is alive and every face I see hear, truly does make the heart of Lalande beat❤❤

[@Vilma-nc6lt]

Stephanie, ignore the negative comments/criticism. I love how all your projects are going and I can see how emotionally, physically and financially invested you are from the planning to completion. Bravo team. Happy patreon day 🎉

[@lharris4118]

The trolls are active right now

[@evmcelroy]

@@lharris4118, so annoying...

[@richaelblewett5068]

A wise woman once told me, you should always keep sunglasses and a hat in the car for protection from the sun, and champagne chilling in your refrigerator for celebrations of all sorts! Her words of wisdom have served me well through the years. Cheers to you all!

[@maurawhelan3530]

Who is this wise woman?!

[@richaelblewett5068]

@maurawhelan3530 My great Aunt Mary Jane! She was a hoot and a half! Lol

[@gioiapharo7433]

❤

[@marioncrichton4387]

A very old and wise friend of mine told me many years ago that every woman should have a medicinal bottle of champagne in her fridge at all times! It would be rude to disagree!!🌈🤣🙏

[@joannedavidman6773]

Stephanie so much has changed since started watching your channel. You were doing all the cooking and then other people were helping with the cooking and then it was Maria and now it's the fantastic Marie. You have people helping with the gardens and a full-time person doing the vegetables. I just love watching how things are growing and how much love and laughter there still is

[@jodiekeast6588]

@@ninofromsicilia and that is your concern because.......why?

[@joannedavidman6773]

@@ninofromsicilia they bought flowers last year to supplement theirs, all the flowers are locally grown so they are heo the local economy And yes they eat potatoes so what, Albalin has reduced the number they grow. Plus they are feeding 150+ people, that's a lot of carrots. Why be so negative

[@BonnieBLass22]

@@ninofromsicilia Christie is only around one day a week, Pavlina only visits, the new man (Christian?) still needs much guidance, so that’s quite a lot of work that Abiline must do. Be logical.

[@1968rhiannon]

​@@ninofromsicilia How does any of that affect your life?

[@shirleyleichliter4487]

This is so exciting ❤

[@Toomanydogs7]

Thank you so much Stephanie for doing these daily blogs it makes me feel as though I'm there experiencing the excitement and the preparation for patron day. I know it's a lot of work but I appreciate all your efforts and thank you for including all of us God bless you and God bless us all 🙏

[@aleta5873]

I agree Paulette.

[@hopehope7696]

I can't thank you enough for allowing us into your life and family ❤️. Boohoo to all the negative comments. You bring so much joy 😊 I no clue why anyone could say any different. Love all who live work and love there ❤🤗😎🙏

[@johncunningham1098]

I’ve watched from the beginning. Stephanie is a strong leader who works hard. She deserves all the success this channel has generated. God bless her.

[@Twistnsine]

Absolutely ❤️

[@Raxx777]

was a bit worried about everyone putting up the tents until I saw Amory jump in- LOL. SO much fun to watch - Best Wishes

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

How EXCITING!! I can just imagine what the anticipation must feel like for those Patrons who are coming for a visit!! 😊

[@rablatour]

As anyone who has thrown a large party knows, it takes a great deal of effort and it usually doesn’t go smoothly. The fact that they do it all with a smile (minus Maman) and a good sense of humor is impressive.

[@kindlydude]

Isabelle has gotten more sunny as the years role by ...she's gone from lemons to lemonade. Just you watch she'll soon turn into a sweet peach. I like her ...she's real, and she does strive to improve things around her. She just gets a bit frustrated sometimes. My mom was the same way, especially around stressful times like the holidays, when so much had to get done.

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Aw her bark is worse than her bite. She just wants everything to be perfect.😊

[@nancystevens7447]

Gerry is right,the kitchen is always central to every home even a chateau. Marie runs the kitchen so she’s in charge!

[@mhtammi]

I’ve never put on a fete of this size so it’s quite a feat. Love how everyone is pulling together. I’m sure as far as the patrons are concerned, it doesn’t need to be perfect. 😊 And everyone will have a lovely time.

[@mcharlie260]

So much planning and hard work and i know we are only seeing a snippet of it. Looks like it will be a lovely couple of days. Lucky patreons! 🪻

[@BethHopkins-dt2yw]

Cheers Sweet Stephanie!!! I loved seeing all your work! Things look amazing! Best of luck tomorrow!! Love to all!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sarahyates6055]

You can tell Amauri was in charge of putting up the marques! Putting the canvas on whilst it was still on the floor was the way I’d have done it. Anyone who’s ever organised an event will know there are certain things which can only be done last minute .

[@rayn8740]

My friend Taylor says, 'Haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate!' Stephanie, that's how you know you're winning! ❤ from TX!

[@stellagibrill-uc1eh]

Anna Lise is just a beautiful woman! Please tell her.

[@natalia.who.what.where.when.]

Agreed! And kindness just radiates from her 💕

[@tc7486]

Totally agree.!

[@stephaniewaters4931]

So much love & excitement! I hope the days are beautiful & I look forward to seeing my fellow patrons on the vlog since I can’t be there in person! ❤ have a great time everyone!!

[@roxannewolf7130]

Nattie always looks so beautiful and happy!

[@marieem1]

Your vlog is not only beautifully done but you showcase the best in humans. Life can be challenging, sometimes depressing and how you manage your challenges is inspiring I don’t understand those who write negative comments. You, your friends, your guests are simply the best. Thank you. Gracias, Gracie, Merci!

[@arteasybynicolaswaine6149]

Annalise is absolutely stunning, gorgeous!

[@jenniferhill8233]

I agree. She is so pretty!

[@tina8508]

She is really lovely!

[@kindlydude]

...and she makes everyone feel so wonderful about themselves. She's in the perfect profession, because she boosts everyone's self-confidence. That is a gift! 💓💞💖❣

[@dustyalice]

Ok. So i discovered you guys about 2 months ago. I cant stop watching your vlogs. I love them all. Thank you for making my days happy. Wishing you all the best 🥰🤗

[@stephaniedavis6531]

If you haven't already discovered, you can watch Chateau Diaries from THE BEGINNING and they're in order. Also, Stephanie has other Vlogs with "Travels with my Friend", " Sundays at the Chateau". -- All these Vlogs, show who all the "LaLanders" are and where, when and how they came to be part of the LaLande family. 😊

[@sandicarpenter2658]

Wow! dustyalice, you best get a very large cup of tea ready then.......just a few years and more to catch up on...🤣

[@JM-wg7ow]

I agree with the comments Stephane and Philip ignore all the haters you are all fabulous and we are richer for watching you all and everything you all get up to ,I for one can’t wait for every video,I’m only sad that I haven’t managed to visit you yet .❤❤

[@RunaVanBeeck]

All i read is comments about negative comments. I've yet to find them

[@ursine121]

They get swiftly deleted. How dare anyone question or have an opinion. Revel in the sycophants. 🙄

[@BiancaMH]

Me too. I'm like where are these negative comments?

[@metropcs7560]

So good to see everyone!!! Annalise doing her thing and the cooks, everyone is busy, love the excitement . Have a wonderful week.

[@blairwarren5418]

Awesome job, especially Maria preparing food for 150 guests. I would have been in a panic.

[@infobyjackdotson3923]

It is unusual to read so many peoples concerning negative inputs about your channel. I’ve been watching you for almost day one, some of us need to realize that some of the stuff has been going on weeks prior to the patron day. I feel they just need to relax and enjoy the videos. that’s it is for our enjoyment. We should enjoy it People, love your channel, Stephanie. And you’re Lalonde Salande 🎉

[@sandicarpenter2658]

surely you mean Lalande Salonde🤣

[@Tinrebel]

I enjoy watching the Chateau Diaries so much, the fun you all have, the walks in the gardens, the antique finds, the peacocks, the family and friends that come together, that I love to see where you are all at and are well, you are all wonderful! Keep at it!

[@justoneacre7873]

Wow, Natalie, that is a seriously beautiful ring!

[@graceontheyork1424]

Natty!! Beautiful engagement ring Amuary****!!!!

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Well done all of you and I hope everything goes to plan. Very envious, and now enjoy 🤗

[@TheClairegrant]

I do so love Michael Pott'S smile

[@rayn8740]

Au revoir, Pavlina!❤️ I already miss you.😢 Marquee or marquis? I had to Google it. LOL! See, I'm being elevated following Château Diaries. Vivienne, you're radiant!💋 Gros bisous! Amaury, it's no small task disguising shipping containers. Bravo! Good luck tomorrow! Everything is looking great. ❤ from TX!

[@patriciaatkinson2435]

Part of the treat for the patreons must be seeing all the "old" loveable faces catering to their needs in a totally charming manner. The care taken with table and food by "old hands" must make their cheeks gleam with pleasure. Marie, your journey has brought you back to your rightful place. You are just wow! Stephanie, thank you for the journey you have taken us on - especially through covid. You were a light bulb in the darkness! Thanks to the patreons and all the tapping on like buttons for the jewell box of a chapel. Your viewers have been lucky to find you. Isobel, to watch you is to witness true excitement and purpose. Percy, you are a prince. Nick, was Lancelot mistaking you for a tree? Lovely to see you in your LaLande context. Blessings.

[@karinhopper5255]

Stephanie and Phillip. Our only recommendation is to only rent the marquee and chairs. We have the same kind of weather as Lalande and it rains. We have hosted many weddings and the tent would have been moldy if we tried to put it away!

[@joanies6778]

Something impirtant to consider.

[@carolinegooder7091]

They borrowed them from the town, but may not get them every year.

[@CountryLady1752]

All of you work as a team and everything will look and smell amazing

[@christine2023]

We only see a snippet of what they all do, I’m sure they’ll be good and ready for their patrons to enjoy the day

[@NatiHerron]

So exciting to see Patron Days, thank you for all the updates 💕💕💕

[@lesliemcfarlane783]

Have a great Patron day. I love your Mom. Shes just like mine but a French version. Always a going concern. In a great way. You stay on top of things Isabel.

[@JohannaVeerenhuis]

Wow… what an accomplishments you all have made… 💪💪 Marie, I’m soooo impressed with how you manage all these preparations, you should be very proud of yourself!! You all have fun together, I’m sure you’ll have a great time together! 🥳🥳 Thank you so much for all the joy! 🫶💞🫶

[@seamoonsees]

The kitchen windows loooook soooooo much cleaner and open without curtains....so much light... curtains take on so much grease in a kitchen...

[@MimiBeeswing]

You are all so loved and appreciated LaLanders. ❤ I love the daily updates . Thankyou with all my heart , you have got me through the last few years 🎉❤

[@msfrehel8758]

The same for❤ me!

[@MarySchlotter]

I love your channel and have been here since day one. I wish I could have attended the Patreon days. I would love to see the star for my mother and my uncle. But your beautiful videos showing all the lovely people family and friends helping to make this time so festive and welcoming from Marie’s incredible preparation to Gerald’s enthusiasm to hang the banner flags you found whilst cleaning…I feel like I’m there. Have a wonderful time to all.

[@Jayrose59]

The juxaposition between Steph calling the peachicks really cute and then straight to a shot of Nick in itself was really cute. 😂😂😂

[@yvesgonin1958]

So exciting to see you all preparing that huge party at Lalande. This is a great job that you are doing. XXX Yves

[@micheledavies1665]

Wonderful! Just great to see your preparations, thank you!

[@wandacasper5612]

So glad family can be with u. Looking forward to the next chapter in your life. Thanks for sharing

[@CynthiaBerry713]

So much craziness and yet you can feel the underlying happiness in everyone! Happy Patron days to all!

[@peterwhite9261]

So much excitement and preparations. It will be a wonderful time for all. Everyone is at their stations, making everything tip top. I love you all.

[@jaclynroth1440]

Great job with the preparations. I’m sure the patreons will love it! Annalise always does beautiful hair.

[@joannebutterfield648]

How exciting!! I hope the weather is good tomorrow 🤞

[@user-xs6rj3zm1i]

DONT FORGET TO PUT UP THE LALAND BANNERS! Love your vlog!

[@debtheguest3109]

So exciting! I hope you and your patrons have a wonderful time. And the many friends and family that came to help.

[@kimmartin160]

Have a wonderful Patreon Days!! It’s a lot of stress for everyone. Great work everyone. Listen, we need all temperaments in the mix. Mummy is the patreon saint of petrol!

[@richaelblewett5068]

@@kimmartin160 🤣🤣🤣

[@klmjtr]

I love when Lancelot gets to see his friends!

[@mavep2855]

Watching patron day preps was very interesting, so many things to think about. Wishing you all the best for the festivities. 🇨🇦🙏❤️

[@dianeknight4839]

Busy,busy,busy. Hope Patron Day is a huge success.

[@teepeeX]

Oh be still my heart the gorgeous Mr.Potts has arrived.. got to love Percy im so happy he is so well

[@snoopybluejeans]

I'm so excited for all the patrons that get to attend. The place is looking fab. Sorry about your little chick.

[@giaafshar8419]

“some smack are going undelivered”😂🤣

[@lisamarutz9772]

I absolutely love everything about La Lande❤❤❤❤❤

[@1231ms54]

Sorry one p-chick is missing. What fun getting ready for everyone to arrive. Thanks for sharing this time with us.

[@kathyjohnson6082]

The beautiful Marie just makes that kitchen shine and I'm glad she has someone to help her as it's a lot for her to take on. Love how everyone is happily bringing this together and it's wonderful that you give back to the Patrons by allowing them to experience La Lande !!! Mummy always makes me smile - she is adorable :)

[@sallysampson628]

This is so exciting and a lot of planning and hard work is going towards the Patron day being the success it’s quite obviously going to be. I’m not sure that I’ve ‘seen’ LaLande looking quite as spectacular. The walled garden is luscious with gorgeous flowers, greenery and salad etc. The romantic archways are sublime! You all work together like a well oiled machine. What a fantastic bunch you all are!! I can’t wait to see the Patron Day in all its glory!! Really hope everything goes well and the weather remains as it is! Marie has a lot of prepping and cooking to do in readiness and it looks as if she has it under control! Nice to see Michael Potts again, camera in hand for some of his marvellous photography!! I wish I were coming to the festivities and to see all that is going on at the Chateau, especially the Chapel! Take time for a rest all of you. Isobel, are you doing a little too much, do have some time to recharge your batteries and Percy. Love and best wishes to you all! 🥂🍾💐🍦🥰🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️

[@aleta5873]

And the Chapel looked stunning.

[@Jennifer62389]

Natty, first time I've seen your ring, beautiful 😍

[@ruthhovsepian]

❤❤❤And this is what great teamwork looks like. Have a great time with all the patrons.❤❤❤

[@gloriaskryski5222]

Good Luck with Patron Day! 😊

[@lukehartman9386]

Amazing, thank you for sharing the preparations! Best wishes! Keri💜

[@amysimonbiz]

It’s crazy that Patron Days are here once again! It seems like it Patron Days was just last week and not July of 2023! Time flies so fast! Everything is stunning and will look amazing! Even if it isn’t perfect it will still be gorgeous and you will all have fun! Maria and her piano playing will be missed by all! Have fun and can’t wait to see the video tomorrow! Much love and positive vibes from across the ocean in the US State of Montana. ✨💖✨

[@ingalillbelander1235]

What a team! Amazing! Blessings and thanks for sharing!

[@sindysimms4001]

How exciting it all is. The chateau and everyone deserves being shown off at its finest.

[@PablaMMoore]

Stephanie I do not know what will get you more in trouble: if the fact that the chateau is not ready for the guests or the fact that Mommy is at the chateau and things are not ready. Lol😅 I love Mummy! She has so much energy and her help and opinion certainly are important. ❤ After all the hard work, Chateau Lalande will be ready for the guests and every detail will stuning as usual. ❤

[@lorrainel2314]

Love the excitement for Patreon Day. Hope the weather holds for you. The chateau looks beautiful after all your hard work. Lovely to see the LaLande family all come together to support the day. Enjoy 🌟

[@pattypowers9467]

Everything looks lovely for Patreon party. The ladies are beautiful. Worried about your Aunt's health.

[@JanetCrockett-x7b]

I am so over negative people and their petty comments. If they don't like don't watch. Get back in their box and let supporters enjoy. Love to all at call from Australia

[@lala-ct9ir]

I don't think you can expect this on KZbin, everyone is allowed their opinion. If it's only supporters you are looking for, why not create a fan club?

[@Claire-dq8xm]

@lala… i agree with you. I think the super ‘supporters’ are coming over as very aggressive, don’t you ? It’s not a good look.

[@madswansfan1]

I have never thought a negative thought about Stephanie and her channel let alone typed it up. Some people are terrible.

[@madswansfan1]

@@lala-ct9irif they don’t like something they can always keep their opinions to themselves.

[@lala-ct9ir]

@@madswansfan1 They can but have no obligation to.

[@Petroseni]

Steph…. Marie should receive a gold medal…. She cooks and does flowers? Wow…. Where on earth is she find the time to do all of that? I know you appreciate her… But wow…

[@arnettebowman6640]

Oh how lovely this year Patron Days will be, and wishing I could be one of them. If I were younger and wiser with my funds I’d would have saved so I could have been able to afford to be one of your Patrons. Unfortunately, this it was not in my future. 🙁 But I was able to buy a star in the Chapel. And that made me happy. If my husband and I die before you, I will make sure to put it in my will to make sure that I send you a special gift for the château as I truly believe in your love for this beautiful place that you call home. You are my inspiration and my favorite person to watch and make my day so much happier with all the good that you are. Thank you for all wonderful things that you share with the world and the family that you have over there that you have that you have brought us into our homes and invited us to share with you and together the world gets to see the beauty of this wonderful life that you created. Thank You So Much.. ❤

[@judithschrim145]

Something to share that I heard from another Chateau vlog.."Take Rosebush throned stems and put several into the "mole hole" that has been dug up and it won't hurt the mole, but it will discourage them from digging in the area - have to put the throrned stems in ALL of the mole holes as they are seen - PLEASE TRY

[@LotusSun639]

All of this is so exciting and all those beautiful energies I can feel through the vlog! Such a wonderful time all of you will have and I look forward to being a part of it from this side. I ❤ everyone who comes in and out of Lalonde. I didn’t know exactly how your mom spelled her name and I finally through an older vlog that I’m catching up on saw it. It’s spelled just like my daughter Isabelle❤ I smiled throughout the vlog of course but Isabelle saying, “I’m forever watering”😂 I totally understood her hesitation between yes I know I have to rest and the plants needing their water and it does take a really long time when it’s by using a watering can. I also encounter this whilst in the garden and hearing all those plants saying what about me lol when you had intended on doing one here and there but feel that nature calling to you. ❤ you mummy and love to all of you such a joy!! Let’s also see this graffiti hat Michael mentioned please. Everyone’s hair was really great Annalise.

[@jenniferkessener1111]

Such a huge endevor, and all the faces everyone loves there and pitching in! Patron days will be wonderful.

[@edwinaflannery9828]

Dont the grounds look so beautiful, especially silly with the chapel looking stunning..it takes my breathe away..good wishes for Patreon days

[@roxannewolf7130]

Annalise has to be the most lovely and gracious person of them all! So kind and accommodating, helps everyone look their most beautiful! ❤

[@SallyTuckey]

Just read all the comments; have I missed something? I hadn’t noticed anything untoward? I must have been asleep. Well, just to be perfectly clear - I love, love, LOVE Stephanie’s attitude to life, be it patrons day or not, she is THE MOST POSITIVE soul on this planet! We could all learn from her 🥰 Also……I was surprised that the marquee company didn’t put up the marquee 😬

[@carolinegooder7091]

The marriage office lent the tents.

[@BiancaMH]

They always seem to mysteriously disappear from the comment section, so we are late to the negative nancy party LOL!!!!

[@jamesthurber4730]

What a great team Stephanie! Everyone pulling together to make the big event a success! Good Luck and have a great party!

[@stephaniedent4833]

Amery just brings everything together ❤️ 😍 It looks amazing. It is all coming together well.

[@cliffhorman6846]

Gee, action stations at La Lande! Everyone is pulling it together so efficiently, well done all. Sad about the peachick, but what can you do. I cant wait to see patron day!

[@jf1a8x1]

Interesting that window can be wide open in the kitchen but no bugs or flies!

[@evmcelroy]

Europe....

[@bridgetmustard5285]

Actually in Europe just now a great lack of insects. It's a bit worrying 😟. Too cold and wet I expect

[@desertcole4213]

I’m in Portugal and at night we have the windows open and the lights on, maybe 1 or 2 little moths will come in.

[@kindlydude]

Birds need the insects for protein ...worms too. I could live without the disease-bearing ones like mosquitos though!

[@lala-ct9ir]

I'm in the city but usually this time of the year there are at least flies. My window is open all the time and there are none.

[@tinatina5913]

Nick the tree surgeon is the best

[@delinayoungs3988]

Everyone so hard at work ! You have such a magical team ! 🎉

[@marybeshay8504]

Loving all the excitement and the preparations!! Everything is beautiful as always ❤️

[@carlygrace2]

Stephanie once again with the beautiful dress🌷

[@janetwhitney233]

I think the whole outfit is lovely

[@nelks1284]

I absolutely love your mama! Even burger night is a beautiful spread with Marie at the helm! Best of luck to you all.

[@CKLee-rs4kl]

Oh! Everyone's hair looks so gorgeous after an appointment at Salon de LaLande -- especially your Mother's - ohh! lala!

[@MaryEllen_of_OBX]

So exciting! 🎉 This panic/controlled chaos reminds me of the July family reunion my grandmother would hold in her yard next door every year. Yeah, don't miss that stress. 😂

[@kindlydude]

I also miss my big family gatherings ...sadly many have passed on.