The Chateau Diaries 112: MUMMY AGAINST THE MOWER!

Today was an eventful day at the chateau! My mother battled with her beloved mower, as it came up with a constant stream of excuses as to why it couldn't work. Once again, she rocked an extraordinary outfit that has to be seen to be be believed - but let's just say that it involved the use of a trunk strap as a ribbon. Luckily, she was distracted from the mower problems by an exciting parcel bearing gifts, and a good dose of lemon drizzle cake.
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[@lorky24]

Oh, how we love your Mummy. This whole series is so engaging because of your unique cast of characters. Even the elusive Nick is dear to our hearts. What a gift you have given us, Stephanie.

[@welcometoskyfamily9514]

I agree

[@marlene8591]

Daily dose of pure happiness.

[@RinaValentina]

EXACTLY! 🥰

[@inabates8919]

Stephanie your mother is an absolute gem.

[@lisamarutz9772]

Stephanie, I know you are busy, and short handed, but when life lightens up, A Chateau Cookbook!! Wouldn’t that be lovely 💜🍞🧀🥬 Chateau to Table💜

[@TheChateauDiaries]

I would love to do that, and Michael and I are plotting one!

[@lisamarutz9772]

The Chateau Diaries I can hardly wait💛

[@gailcraig4495]

Yes, Please...a cookbook!!!

[@-sstevens5444]

Lemon drizzle... and mama... A good start to my morning. Thank you. 💚💜💙😎

[@northangel30leather6]

Your mum at 5.10!!! I know she was genuinely upset but she is still so amusing I was in stitches! Absolutely love seeing what you are getting up to during lock down. Please tell mummy she is quickly becoming star of your channel, next to you of course! Much love to you both and keep yourselves safe and well. xx

[@mindeeelmore4792]

I love Mummy's reaction at 5:20 as well! Lol

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

You are a ray of sunshine! I only discovered your channel yesterday but you have already lifted my spirits with your positive attitude and enthusiasm...and your fabulous style!

[@Lisa-sp5if]

Natasha Newton Artist & Illustrator You positively absolutely have to start from the very beginning.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

@@Lisa-sp5if Thanks Lisa, I will! I've been watching the recent vlogs somewhat randomly but will be sure to watch from the beginning. Such a joyful channel!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you! So glad you found us! 💛

[@shirleyadams4836]

Mowing can be challenging👍🌻

[@waltercook4868]

It was very pleasant to leave my locked down abode and spend a few minutes in your chateau. Thank you!

[@leishagreenleaf833]

Walter Cook exactly how I feel!

[@laplumedematante]

Hugely entertaining from beginning to end. You lovely ladies make a fantastic double act- adorable!

[@zpoppy1]

I can see you keeping that basket going even when lock down is over, such lovely surprises appear xx

[@lindamartin3717]

We just love seeing your Mother! Such a wonderful relationship between you!

[@rickflood9813]

Love your bath bubble epaulets!

[@angelagalloway5275]

Lol mommy on the lawn mower and the door handle breakage lol

[@stevearnold8467]

Drizzled bunny base done up on a hedgehog! I can't stop laughing! My much needed daily dose of LaLande.

[@neilhorner9197]

Mummy is Marvelous!

[@michellehaynes1004]

Beautiful as always. Your mummy is such a lovely hardworking lady and we love her she is wonderful and it was so lovely to see Percy and Gerry just for a breif moment too. Your cakes looked yummy and I hope you can fix your gate and the tractor I’m sure it probably takes a day or two to mow the lawns at the chateau and a hand pushed lawnmower would take weeks to mow your grass. Thanks you so very much for giving us all something to smile about and look forward to in these lookdown uncertain times. We hope and pray you all stay safe and we look forward to this world being safe again. Sending you all our very best wishes and thanks from 🇦🇺👍

[@sarahburton3110]

Michelle Haynes Agree with everything you said 💜💚💙

[@juliep8281]

I’m a new patron! Dreaming of my own french home learning what I can from you. Your videos are helping so much as I live alone in the country in self isolation. The loneliness has been “interesting” to say the least. Also happy for you your subscribers has hugely increased in the last week, you certainly deserve it your videos really are fantastic. You are definitely my favourite channel to be part of. I love that you are doing more videos. My favourite are sunny life at the chateau with mummy, Percy, Marie, (come back Marie, ) you, Michael Potts. Scotman, et al. Feel like I know you all already. Stephanie you are a shining light at this time, don’t underestimate the healing you are bringing the world at this time so much more than just a chirpy video. xx

[@isabellejarvis7805]

Julie P thank you keep safe.

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you so much! I’m happy to hear that we’re bringing you joy in your isolation 😊🏰💛 I feel very lucky to be here during the lockdown, this situation has made me realise what’s important in life. But yes, wouldn’t it be wonderful if Percy, Gerry, the Michaels and Marie were here too!

[@LL-sq8se]

Lovely video 😍

[@Jayrose59]

Oh!!! So so lovely to see dear dear Percy, though Mummy will be missing him more.

[@corvus3513]

I never wanted to stay with random strangers as much as I would love to stay with you guys! I also didn't know I need this channel until 2020, so here we are!

[@johnpalmerpastelartist7435]

Hi Stephanie, our apron really suits you! I was just wondering, did you receive the explanatory email I sent ahead of the parcel? Kind regards, John

[@anjgraham8609]

Yay! Lovely to see Percy looking his usual happy, bubbly self 😁

[@mareabrown565]

Love your videos - they're keeping me cheerful during isolation x

[@katehobbs2008]

Thank you for giving us lonely isolators a window into your world, when the TV is dredging new lows. How lovely your cast of characters.

[@user-nw5og]

The bubbles took over the bath! 😂 I'm convinced that bath was only 20% water. 🛀

[@TheChateauDiaries]

😂

[@h8692]

@@TheChateauDiaries We love some Epson salt and fresh mint in the bath also. They might go nicely with your bubbles. Have you tried making rose water? It is so nice on the skin and hair.

[@1weazy291]

Hi Stephanie ‼️😀 those bunny cakes turned out perfect👍🏻 how nice those presents were😁👏🏻👏🏻 thank you for the vlog, so nice to see your mummy happy😇

[@vivalaflav]

Okay I dont know how I found your channel but I've been obsessed for days and when this is all over I'm finding a workaway at a Chateau in France. Xo

[@TheChateauDiaries]

💛💛💛

[@TheFiown]

I was just thinking that what I needed was a 'chateau break' and voila !!!!

[@lynnoliver9423]

Stephanie I make lemon drizzle cake but use Elderflower cordial icing sugar and lemon its delicious. Just love your blogs wish you could do one every day xx

[@carolegerst5422]

yes I absolutely agree we need to see more of stephanies blogs on here it is so interesting I'm from the United States and I would love to visit your Chateau but I'm afraid it would be a bit expensive plus the grounds are beautiful you say it is very cold there I see you carrying a hot water bottle around just like the Queen of England how well you did say 1° wow I'm surprised you're not wearing long johns Stephanie you should invest in a pair and wool socks also

[@TheChateauDiaries]

That sounds delicious - I’ll try it!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

It was very cold last week, but this week is gorgeous! It’s that changeable time of year 😊

[@carolegerst5422]

@@TheChateauDiaries yes and because of that changeable weather Stephanie that's when you get pneumonia be careful

[@carolegerst5422]

I've learned to make Epsom salts Stephanie you might want to try this half a cup or two cups of Epsom salts half a cup of baking soda 1/2 a cup of sea salt and 15 drops of your favorite oil this would be wonderful to be put on your backside of your guess they would love it and it's a very inexpensive to make

[@Quietcharm]

Your basket for receiving parcels is adorably wonderful!

[@TheAlignedGardener]

I know just exactly how your mummy feels. When I am out in the garden and things are not going to plan because of some tool not working, I get frustrated. And mowers are never cheap! Thank god your lemon drizzle cake came to the rescue. Your parcel was so wonderful. The hedge hog items are just to die for with cuteness!

[@thisvacancy]

Just wanted to say thank you for these videos, because they have been keeping me company while I'm stuck working at home. I've watched every single one of your chateau diaries over the past week and I'm hooked! I don't know what I will do with myself now that I'm all caught up haha. Will have to plan a visit to France when this drama is all over x

[@adalineproulx9773]

Lol your mums so cute 🤣🤗 When you opened the parcel all i could think of is can i have the plastic for my reselling shipping materials 😁 The bunnies looked so good! I may have to buy some cake moulds ❤

[@RobertsChannell]

That video ,Stephanie, created a spiritual graph line that started low and ended high . thank you . Oh , re belt , it may well have been adversly affected by trying to cut a gate handle in half .;)

[@trevorlarner5451]

Brilliant love your blogs may the sun keep on shining

[@juliehinkel608]

The Elusive Nick and Scotsman are all dear to our hearts, but how we all follow your mother’s moods is the most impressive. We all have mothers.

[@stevearnold8467]

Oh, my, do we ever.

[@lorraineelwart5379]

Bunny drizzle cakes, You, Mummy, Scotman and Percy and the elusive Nick and family, nectar of the gods 🏰👋🧖‍♀️Hope you get sorted soon with the mower and the gate handle, but hey ho, you have each other. Some seriously great gifts today, wow my, you deserve it. Keep safe all of you, can’t wait fir the next instalment ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@carriematthews7991]

Glad to see a smile on mummy’s face, the other face is scary. Lol, blessings to you all at LaLande. 🐶🐾🐾

[@ninal.1685]

Stephanie, I just wanted to thank you for such a fun diversion. I really needed this today. This quarantine is so hard for everyone but seeing you and your lovely home is truly uplifting. My family ran a B&B and a restaurant for years in the country. Your daily adventures are so funny and so familiar. I have my mother watching you now as well! She's hooked! Thanks again!!!!!

[@chipwv8754]

Congrats!!! You and your mom made me smile and laugh during these rough times!! Thank you !!!!

[@janetthomas6670]

What a wonderful escape you two are. Are you locked in because of the broken handle?

[@isabellejarvis7805]

Janet Thomas no that is our second gate

[@lee-annebryant5296]

Bless Mummy, so cute getting upset over her rideon, I can totally relate to that scenario. Take care. 😘🇳🇿

[@jillipepper5353]

Damn you evil mower🤨. The bunny cakes look so tasty, yum, I do love a lemon drizzle. Enjoy the beautiful sunny weather🙋🏼

[@amandavanlingen1768]

Glad to see your Bunny Lemon Drizzle Cakes put the smiles back 🍋. A Lalande Cook Book would be great Stephanie 📖🏰⭐👌😉. Beautiful blessings Mandy 👑SA

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Michael and I have started talking about making one! 🤞

[@maggiet400]

Bunny lemon drizzle cake, what a delight and oh that jug you made the drizzle in is divine🐣🐰🍋

[@marygriffith8150]

Do you use non stick spray on the bunny pan? It would solve the sticking problem.

[@flowerbombh4326]

Beautiful gifts, you are a very lucky lady 😘

[@rose-marie7351]

mmmmmm that cake looks yummy! And what a lovely package you received!! I love everything in it. I hope you can repare the mower soon!

[@mindeeelmore4792]

Mummy seems defeated by the lawn mower 😩 However, she's so happy to facetime Percy! I just adore those two, they're the cutest, just delightful 🌸

[@vintagemoss9578]

Another lovely video. So lovely to see Percy. It must be difficult for them to be apart. How great to see Gerry. I hope his treatments are going well. He's such a positive person. I have to say you'd make an amazing TV presenter. Well done. Your humor, joy and kindness is felt in every video Stephanie. 😄🇨🇦

[@GoreTashaMoribund]

I have watched all your videos.. I do Love,Love this one so much!! Your cheerful spirit,your funny moma ..they all are so special to me and help my depression.thank you so much!! Plus the scotsman and Michael and etc.etc. they all are so dear :)

[@TheChateauDiaries]

I’m sorry you’ve been feeling down - much love from Lalande 💛

[@nicolobragagnolo558]

I love your videos!! 🤩🤩

[@AnnaFarmery]

I even now watch those blinking adverts just to help with the renovation work now......not sure it is a fair trade....you get funny mum, cute gerry, gorgeous chateau and bluebells....I get annoying sellers about Amazon selling :) But if it means you all get to live your dream its worth it......"just :)"

[@tinafrohlich377]

My dad is exactly like your mother. Yesterday he had an accident and he was in the hospital. Today he has many new ideas 😉. Greetings from Germany! Which accent has your mother?

[@valeriejohnson5283]

Just Tina 143, That would be a French accent.😎🥀🥀🥀🌴🌴🌴

[@TheChateauDiaries]

My mother’s French 😊 Your father sounds wonderful!

[@BobbyJett1]

Nothing runs like a Deere

[@sarahburton3110]

Thanks Stephanie. Love your videos darling 💛♥️🧚🏻‍♂️

[@michaeljohnson4636]

Nice one I did not expect one today

[@MrCocoriver]

oh must take the boy for a ride in the trailer while mummy mows the lawn...wish i could be there to help

[@pb3231]

Poor Mummy and she’s missing Percy ❣️Oh thanks again I save this for when I come to bed it’s my little treat . Good to see a glimpse of Gerry . Love from South Wales . See you tomorrow 👏🏼🕊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@josephinecachia9774]

This is what I like about Château diaries the daily life of the chatelaine and everyone in the Château. It was one of those days I guess, but at least you received a lovely parcel and you baked a yummy cake. Can't wait for more, stay safe and tc❤ P's did you order a handle? 😊

[@TheChateauDiaries]

I haven’t ordered a handle as I want to check to see if we have an old one lying around in the maintenance room first

[@oliviathomas6005]

I so want to come volunteer with you! But I’m not crafty or skilled in any kind of building 😂 I am great with marketing and communications and I’d love nothing more than to organize just EVERYTHING 😂 you could even put me to work cleaning and I wouldn’t care! 💜

[@donnanancekivell9430]

I’m surprised that mower doesn’t start and run on its own as soon as it’s sees Mummy coming toward it.......hopefully it can get going again with a new belt........your lemon cake looked wonderful and very cute with the bunny molds......see you tomorrow.........Donna in Toronto

[@TheChateauDiaries]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jillluvslife1640]

I’m here because Terigigi Channel recommended you. 😀

[@ThuyNguyen-lv3zy]

has philip seen the mug?

[@Rochelny]

Love watching! Those bunnies look more than adorable. Here's a baking tip To make sure the bunnies release perfectly. First spray the pans with oil. If you dont have a spray bottle for the oil, rub it with your hands and then very lightly dust the inside with flour ( I do think I saw flour around the edge) Mummy in all her moods is a hoot to watch!!!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thanks!

[@gailsquires5807]

Hi Stephanie loving your vlogs, could you possibly share the name of the brand of gilding liquid ? I also live in France ,in the Gers, so I will also have to order on line ! You are keeping all of us going here, look forward to all your antics!!! And now Michael's ! Stay safe and take care love from the Gers X

[@southcoastlady5732]

Lovely to watch, always cheer me up. I hope the mower belt turn up soon and "Mummy' can get cracking again. btw, there's great recipes out there for GIn & Tonic drizzle cake I think you'd like. Just google it

[@tonyyates531]

Hi chateau dairies just wondering if their has been any developments on the lake as of yet ??

[@JohannaVeerenhuis]

Now that I know how to leave a comment... 😁 Another lovely episode! Thank you! Also, now that due to lockdown you can not have your hair done.... you look beautiful anyway, but I think that your true colors peeping through really look beautiful on you and IF you were to cut it short, you’d look very Audry Hepburny. That’s a compliment. 😘

[@TheChateauDiaries]

😊 I’m curious to see just how weird my Lockdown Hair is going to become!

[@JohannaVeerenhuis]

Ha, I’ll happily follow the progress! 😄

[@bonniejohnston2570]

Now I’m hungry for Lemon Drizzle Cake and yes it is in the oven😂😂

[@AndYourLittleDog]

Mummy continues to enchant and delight🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 She is truly the most adorable human ❤️

[@rw9175]

Mme. Stephanie...you are always soooo calm and in control...you and the chateau are fortunate to have each other...!!!

[@sharecas2]

It is always great to see Chateau Diaries Post.

[@Lilly-iy3ob]

Just a question are you and your mother both from England

[@PleasantPrickles]

What fun you and Mummy have! I love the intrigue that surrounds the elusive Nick. 😀🏰💕

[@sharoncole8249]

💖👑👑💖xxxxx

[@meganmontgomery9533]

I LOVE this channel! And we want to come visit when you are open again. Can you link the company that sent you the Henry the hedgehog merch? I would like to order one. Thanks!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Hi! They’re called John Palmer designs 😊 The hedgehog is so cute!

[@meganmontgomery9533]

Thanks! I just contacted them a d found out they do custom portraits of pets! They will be getting that business from me as well, and I mentioned I found them through your unboxing. Have a wonderful day.

[@oldheadcook]

I love the bunny cakes and that mold is on sale .........maybe I will do it❣️ Since we are staying in the house I do not have all the ingredients for my normal cake so I am going to try something new. If I had the money I would buy a new mower for you ❣️I really love our visits❣️ ps the sun is shining in Indiana too🌝

[@titianb2937]

where is the mold from? x

[@TheChateauDiaries]

I really recommend the mould! It’s American, by Nordic Ware. I bought it in Vermont at King Arthur Mill 😊

[@titianb2937]

@@TheChateauDiaries Thanks so much! Love your channel by the way, especially the little skits with Michael! xx

[@wildflowerwind6941]

Lawnmowers can total make your day or ruin your day.

[@carolenooyens1189]

I love you right back.

[@bluecottonbykammy7199]

I never knew you could jump start a lawn mower like a car! Haha

[@michellezevenaar]

A quarter is about the same size as a 1 euro coin ;-)

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thanks! 😊

[@deadwasabi5239]

Your mother is adorable

[@roryodonovan8619]

Amazing Stephanie!

[@vanessaschofield7927]

yes steph an nee your mum is a lovely person and she has taken our hearts too. She is as we say quite an eccentric lady and very flamboyant as well she so reminds me of my dear late mother in law. The door handle saga might have been what done the mower belt in.but good you can get one on line delivered. thankyou for sharing and I was wondering where jerry and percy were. so good to know everyone is all ok.

[@metropcs7560]

Stephanie, my mother was like yours, as long as she was happy, the world was fine, I am on this phone laughing. Thank You for that!!! 😊😊😊. Dejavou !!!

[@risalangdon9883]

That is very good to know that one can buy "Dove" brand of products in France lol. I currently have at least 5 huge containers of their various wonderfully scented bath & shower soft soaps in my shower area lol. Would have more, but my daughter's loved them so much when they had seen them, that they talked me out of a couple for their homes lol. They just leave my skin so soft. And the delightful scents fill the air and actually stay with you all day. My favorites though are the "Relaxing Care, Almond Cream & Hibiscus " and "Purely Pampering, Shea Butter & Warm Vanilla ". It's like stepping into Heaven with each shower lol.

[@evelynbyrd4961]

I have to alert you about a chateau for sale by sifexchateaux in lot et garonne. The # e9-4217351. 17&20th century. From the air it very similar to la landed, it is restored. Look it up on the internet and view. I watched it twice....e

[@jomeyer13]

good gardener Stephanie Jarvis of The Chateau Diaries KZbin, Chateau de LaLande, and Chateau Unwrapped

[@anamariagrec5957]

Amazing!

[@leonorgrandle5960]

Love your videos and especially Mummy. I think you should compile a cookbook with all of the amazing foods you make. Marie's orgasmic figs would be first I hope. That would make a great source of income for you as well.

[@salt8661]

Awhhh...we had a bit of mower drama...but nothing a little bit of lemon bunny can’t fix 🐇 💖🌱💫

[@Equineenergynonprofit]

Thank you Stephanie! You’re making me appreciate my life more! You are a lava traction master!

[@Jayrose59]

Its just like christmas for you ladies!!

[@jenniferkessener1111]

Ahhh, poor mommy is a great gardener. Thankful for a new belt, bunny bottoms, and Gerry to cheer her up. I am happy you bought your bunny mold! So cute..

[@rachaeljones6564]

It's Friday, which means no Chateau vlog. 😭 So here I am re-watching some of my favorites! 💓

[@christinday6442]

New subscriber from California! Love, your VLOG's. Enjoy every minute. Delightful! Thank you for this gift of happiness during this difficult time. Stephanie you are very beautiful and very clever. Love your sense of humor and positive attitude. I now have my husband and 28 yr old daughter watching too! We look forward to watching especially during quarantine. Thank you!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you! 💛

[@angeladresler1855]

Your mother is so wonderful on that mower, and the bunnies look so good too xx

[@anitaday599]

Now I was thinking about getting a John Deere for my place Stephanie............. having second thoughts 😂 It was lovely to see Percy and Gerry today. They must be finding the separation difficult.......... you all are I'm sure. One thing though, you're turning the everyday into so much fun.............. for all of us. Santé Anita xx

[@isabellejarvis7805]

Anita Day that poor machine has been with me for nearly 20 yrs! It shows.....

[@anitaday599]

Isabelle Jarvis 20 years........ that's fantastic Isabelle. Then I will get the John Deere !!!!

[@endeavouringit]

May I ask that we always get a good look at the food you have? I love to get ideas and wondered what your mummy had in that salad however, the glimpse you gave wasn't long enough and I thought it looked interesting.