VLOG: reacting to your assumptions about us, sxsw concerts, new rug + levain cookies

[@elecops9825]

I assume that Jordy being a musician has made your relationship easier. Since he is already used to having an audience, so he can relate to what you do as a content creator. You both create things to make people smile

[@MichelJanse]

Awe Ele, that is so sweet!! Thank you for your kind words!!🫶🏼🫶🏼🥰🤍

[@anitasweet454]

Very true

[@cnbandy]

I’ve been with my husband for 5 years, married almost a year, and we’ve never yelled at each other. It doesn’t mean we don’t disagree about things - we just communicate in a calmer way. Communication isn’t a one size fits all.

[@Chelbsn]

I love the rug. I think it adds a bit of eclectic whimsy. The colors and the animals make the space feel cozy and fun

[@carleykatherine]

the rug is so fun! there are no rules to decorating how YOU want to. i can see it clashing with the sailboat like you said but also thrifty is your vibe and it’s fun to have pieces with a story behind them and the rug really brings that out!!

[@mariannerose9290]

In my opinion, your ability to talk openly with Jordy and talk about things that you don't agree on is personal growth, but also (and very importantly), you are in a healthy relationship now and it is safe for you to be open and honest about your opinions. It is so wonderful to see you happy, and in a relationship that you are free to be yourself and you don't have to sensor yourself. I am so happy for you! Thank you, and Jordy, for allowing us to peek into your relationship!! When you were comparing long distance dating to pizza vs veggies I immediately thought of broccoli LOL

[@susanjeffries5108]

The rug is so cool! It's whimsical and funky. The border around it makes it fit more in a grown up space. Very fun vibes.

[@janicegordon3705]

I like the rug and the boat, just not together, but if you love it that is all that matters 😊

[@grinsley]

Love the rug and the boat, infusing fun personality in your room!

[@MichelJanse]

🎉🥰

[@melowely]

I think that rug is a fun pop of color & actually works well with the space! I could see putting up a different kind of picture where the sailboat is, but you can always feel it out.

[@tanzimasimran4539]

I LOVEEE THE RUG! LIL FUNKY AND HAS SO MUCH PERSONALITY ❤❤❤

[@lauramarazzi1012]

Absolutely LOVE the rug! I feel like it ties the whole place together!

[@YR-vz9ew]

It is so insane how much you and Jordy understand each other and respect each other! I'm so here for seeing you the happiest you have ever been! I know God sent him to you at just at the perfect time! thank you for yet another great vlog! sending you big hugs my friend🧡

[@andreatherese1099]

I did long distance with my husband for two years- and two wars he was Army - and it has created the most amazing foundation for our future. We've been married 15 years and although we have such a blast, we have been through some really tough times. My mantra through it all was: Absence is to love as wind is to fire: it extinguishes the little flame, it fans the big. Ours ended up being very big.

[@priscilacloud8107]

As far as fights: I don’t think it’s ever normal or healthy to raise your voice or cus at someone during a disagreement, but for some reason people are more prone to call that “normal” and think it’s weird for people to have emotionally mature disagreements or even arguments in a passionate , but respectful manner , instead of a shouting match. We are either so used to distinction, or fear it so intensely we end up emotionally repressing ourselves and others. So happy to see you two have a relationship full of mutual understanding and respect for one another 😊

[@meganvenegas7632]

Hi Michel! I had a loss in the family and am catching up late on this week's videos. I think you and Jordy are the sweetest and I really like the rug!

[@ShellyBomb]

LOVE THE RUG!!!

[@kerd1987]

I looked at this rug for my daughter's nursery. When I see it, I can't think of it for a living room. I think kid's room, but that is just personal opinion. I think it detracts a little bit from the furniture you chose for the living room, although I'm all for you infusing more color into your decor

[@suzannefrancis5185]

Michel I love the rug! I think a fiddle leaf Fig tree would be amazing in that corner between your windows and the cabinet. The light in this apartment with that view is fabulous! Looks like you are enjoying that new space!

[@elecops9825]

I love that it's a 'reacting to assumptions about us' video, and Jordy's t-shirt says 'I don't want to' in the thumbnail 😂😂

[@MichelJanse]

HAHAHAHAHAHAH WAIT THIS IS TOO FUNNY

[@sharonwebber]

Love the rug! ❤ slightly whimsical - bright, happy and fun

[@janettaylor5578]

You vlogs with Jordy make me so Happy! I love, Love!!!!

[@kristieluxebeauty4259]

I love all of the animals and colors on the rug it’s really awesome ❤

[@inspiringsimple]

I’ve been married for nearly 19 years. We don’t fight. We are too busy laughing 😂

[@MichelJanse]

AWE, this is the sweetest thing I’ve heard all day!! 🥰🥰

[@Swedishviking2]

Aww good on you. Me and my ex husband used to fight all the time, and they would turn ugly really fast. Me and my new partner have been dating for awhile now and still haven’t had a fight, which makes me so happy because with his personality I just don’t think it’s possible to fight with him 🧡

[@lits3212]

Awwww, love this!!

[@EM-is9ti]

Love that you took a risk with that rug. Really loved seeing the mutual respect and love between you and Jordy as you answered questions together. You guys are calm and relaxed and at ease with each other. A real partnership.

[@lillianhernandez9879]

Max was also helping with the rug😅,he's so cute, love the rug and the picture of the boat every thing looks great,love it

[@cindyhavranek8456]

I LOVE the rug!!!! Great choice!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@brendasnow8255]

I like the rug, and think it definitely spices up the space.

[@em478w]

Yes! Love the rug! It brings so much fun, happy and trendy vibes to your home 🤍

[@anitasweet454]

I love the rug too

[@daleadoherty7000]

Love the rug!! I think it looks great in your apartment. You should keep it. It's fun to move out of your comfort zone sometimes!!

[@sallycroft2191]

Love you new wall hanging. The rug and bench are whimsical. A nice change.

[@Claire-sj9mp]

You are such a beautiful person inside and out,intelligent and talented..you have everything going for you..wish you everything of the best with Jordy..you two make a perfect couple.😊

[@Shop-Girl]

I think this has been said, I am thinking the rug belongs in a kids playroom, or a kids room. Ugg I hated saying that, even with you asking us what we thought. You are so intentional with your questions, and I do realize you really want to know what we think. I am a people pleaser…I love the Jordy/Michel assumptions. You two are so cute!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ggpink9044]

Aww Jordy loves Michel - we can tell ❤

[@christinahernandez1637]

I think the rug is so fun!! Edit: Also, I appreciate y’all’s honesty during the Q&A especially Jordys about long distance!

[@MichelJanse]

ME TOO!! Thank you friend!!🥰🥰

[@indiefairy09]

love the rug! i would swap out the pic with a print or painting that pulls some colors from the rug to tie it all together. you had a pink or orange pendant/sign that i loved that was in the movie room that might work

[@pamelabrown4941]

I like the rug but really what matters is do you like the rug. Your opinion is the one that is important. I just found your channel recently. You seem much happier than the first video I watched.

[@mariannedressler6784]

I love your rug! So fun. I think you and Jordy are a great match. Just enjoy the ride…. You’ll know when the time is right to end the long distance thing.

[@artbyduck-darlenegillet1935]

I have been married 23 years this year, and the one thing that I have learned is that all couples argue. If anyone tells you that they don't argue with their spouse, they are lying. You can't help but argue if you both are individuals with their own mind, and thoughts, and opinions. My husband I and I spend a lot of time together, in the home and outside of the home, we like that same things in that way. However, we are both well educated in different areas, his being science, and mine being business. Because of this and the fact that we had very different upbringings, we have formulated our own opinions, likes and dislikes. That is only natural! But because of differences we tend to argue, or even bicker on things, but it does not mean that we love each other less in any way. Most times we are not even angry in any way, shape, or form. You and Jordy have differences, you can not help but have difference. These differences have shape your retrospective opinions, etc. It just means that you are individuals. What makes the difference is that how you handle those differences: ie. not get mad or angry, that is were it counts.

[@saratemp790]

I appreciate that the q and a was deeper than most.

[@imvanessa3596]

👍Thumbs up to the rug. Life is too short to be colorless, I love the vibrant colors. 🌻 PS. You two are too cute! Hope to find someone who looks at me like that someday too. ❤

[@helenepatterson5118]

So excited for this! 😊

[@MichelJanse]

🥰🥰

[@pajamamama5965]

I've been thinking about the rug since I watched your video yesterday. My husband is a professional fine artist and has been placing his pieces in people's homes for over 20 years. You'd be surprised how many people wait a long time to put art on their walls, literally years until they find "the right thing" for the space. My suggestion is to move the sailboat to another room. I'm sure it's a lot of work but you may want to try moving the rug 180°. If you're good at photoshopping you could do it yourself in a photo before you move all the furniture. So if you're standing there looking at the sailboat painting wall, the animals would be upside down. What could happen is that the rug will become more abstract looking. Your brain would be able to tell what each animal is, but when you look at the room it would become more about color and shape on the floor. Then I suggest choosing a color from the rug that makes your heart sing as a theme color. Then decorate the rest of the room with that color and shades of it. I would choose a larger piece of wall art without an image. So something with a different texture perhaps like ceramic, metal, wood straw Etc. Or leave the space open for now until you feel like you found the right thing

[@rachaelgreen6417]

I love the rug, it makes the room pop.

[@rodeoandrye]

I think the bold colors and that rug reflect the happiness in your heart in this chapter of your life! Don’t let anyone dissuade you.😊

[@crazycatmum6159]

I love the rug. You can be quirky (in the best possible way) an I think this is a lovely representation of that.

[@emilycombest7814]

Lovely vlog ❤ Jordy seems very happy.

[@MichelJanse]

🥰🥰

[@margaretblack4290]

Maybe a botanical greenery print instead of the sailboat.

[@Cristinerex5]

I have to say the man I married was the one and only man who I was comfortable with confronting and he me. I wouldn’t have it any other way! He has been gone nearly 6 years now and I feel the loss of him every day! God bless you both.

[@stephaniesciullo4909]

I looooove the whole look! Very eclectic and fun.

[@kenabarthalt8194]

Love the whimsical style of the rug. Keep it! If you think is too much with the boat frame, place the frame in a different area of the apartment, just give it a try.

[@susanvelez6534]

I LOVE THE RUG IT LOOKS AMAZING

[@jillmarie4155]

I love the rug! I love how Jordy treats you and loves you!

[@itsalliemac]

I’m obsessed with the rug. Yes ma’am

[@joball-porter9481]

😂 laughter is the key to a happy, long, loving relationship! Rugs cool!

[@daphnegarzarelli-lawson324]

I have a ruggable for my back door where my puppy comes in and out of! I love it! I hate washing it because I hate moving the furniture but it washes well and is easy to put back. ❤

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

LITERAALLY been with my partner for 7 years, getting married in May. People that say if you don’t fight its not healthy have a distorted view of relationships. Communication and discussing doesn’t need to result in fighting

[@jerinanaude7980]

Or maybe just have a different definition of fighting to you.

[@cindyclark3318]

I like the rug. Maybe take the macrame from your bedroom wall(behind Jordy's head) and put it where the sailboat is in your living space.

[@urresyacreates]

this rug is so ADORABLE and UNIQUE!! i looooove how it brings life and some funkiness into this neutral & not so colourful interior 🐑 please don't listen to anybody who's saying it's too much bc IT'S NOT!! with all the love 🥰

[@rebeccarichmond2582]

There’s no doubt that Jordy wears the pants in this relationship in the BEST WAY possible because he’s protective and loving. Even telling Michel to make the decision is making the decision. 😉 I love seeing her taken care of so beautifully.

[@Nad_H]

Oh my gosh the rug!! Obsessed 😍

[@heather4180]

I like the rug but I’m not going to lie, it looks like something for a little kids room. I’m sure with drapes it will change it up. I can’t wait to see the space evolve.

[@patriciahallstrom9384]

Love love the rug …it makes me smile!

[@reesac34]

Great Vlog and love seeing Max happy too! Makes me think of my Koko and Roxanne how they love getting them some love❣️🐾

[@leizygatos7139]

I did long distance with my husband for 7 years 😅 we got married after 10 years dating 🥰 it was hard, but we made time for each other every day (ft/txt) every month (driving 3hrs to visit) and it was all worth it!

[@MichelJanse]

Thank you for the encouragement friend!! Also I love that for y’all 🥰🥰🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@karenpearlman_]

The sail boat with the rug gives subtle Noah's Ark vibes lol but I love that rug in there!!!

[@gigimac8459]

That rug is to die for! It is fabulous!!

[@lindabruce2815]

The rug will be great in a nursery. But to each his own.

[@helenstratigos4862]

Jordy, Phillip and William are so talented!!! 😍🎶🎵👏🏼

[@donnarakitzis2719]

The rug is whimsical ❤

[@emilyspears8911]

I had Levain cookies in NYC a couple days ago!!! The VERY BEST!!!

[@Bob-wr1mn]

Love the rug!!!

[@kimreese3530]

The rug is fun and funky. Keep it. 😊

[@paulabahnsen3821]

Love the rug! Love the boar picture! Love it’s not matchy match 🎉

[@amandaespurvoa7498]

Fun vlog as always 💕 I have three ruggable rugs for two areas, I switch them out/around every time I wash them. 😊

[@aliciavelice3806]

I really like Jordy and you together, you have what appears to be a very comfortable and safe relationship..... And I mean that in all the good ways lol

[@MichelJanse]

Awe, thank you sweet friend 🥰🥰

[@Margaret.Probst]

I like the rug! It's eclectic

[@haileynbrooks]

My personal vibe is rather neutral boho BUT I adore that rug! So fun 🥰

[@itsmegigi8989]

You know what?! You need that rug, just like you needed Jordy. Enjoy it!

[@UnBoxLifeWithLori]

@MichelJanse You should do a vlog on GOOD things after divorce :) You have a huge presence, following ... Many are going through breakups/divorce. Good things about Divorce might be therapeutic for all. Good thing about Divorce #1. *Happiness is ...

[@snowthewitch]

Am I in the minority here? I don’t love the rug 😬 I think it would be adorable in a nursery but I feel it kinda clashes with your elegant curated aesthetic. But obviously, all that matters is if you love it. ❤

[@daphnegarzarelli-lawson324]

I agree. I love colorful and going outside your comfort-zone but it is rather juvenile looking.

[@jaimelyn7175]

I think it would be adorable for a nursery! Really cute. I just think we could do something a little more grown up lol

[@susannahraan6281]

I honestly have to agree. When I first saw it I though nursery too. I think it is fun, but it just doesn’t complement the decor in the rest of the home.

[@cindynelson2588]

I love that rug. It is so much fun. Keep it. I don't think of nursery. I think of for all. Enjoy. Hope to see the tug again.

[@cindynelson2588]

I love the rug. It is so fun.😢

[@elecops9825]

Dang it, now I'm craving a cookie the size of a baseball 😅

[@MichelJanse]

HAHAHA

[@colleenohira637]

Levain also sells the frozen cookies in a box of 8 at Whole Foods. You bake them and they are delicious!!! Not sure if they have gluten free variety but check it out!

[@karengamboa6524]

I love the rug. It's awesome. You and Jordy are so cute.

[@patemmack7205]

Love the rug. It’s the perfect splash of color with all the neutrals. I would put the boat picture somewhere else (maybe in your bedroom on a blank wall). I think it’s just a bit heavy leaning on top of the shelves.

[@kerriewilkerson2157]

Obsessed with the rug❤

[@sarameier]

My husband and I rented one of the retro boats when we visited Austin a couple of years ago - so fun!

[@bridgetteeilert1566]

King Arthur gluten free brownies are where 👏🏻 it’s 👏🏻 at 👏🏻

[@melissatolito9418]

❤️❤️❤️❤️the rug life is too short to be serious

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Michel good morning happy Thursday morning and I hope you having amazing day today and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

[@jamierenae3833]

Love the rug so much!

[@liliesofthefield5310]

I have wouldn't assume that either of you "wears the pants", I would say you are more structured and he is more relaxed, so when it comes to making small decisions, he's okay with whatever, I feel like ya'll have a pretty good balance

[@haileythomas1718]

I'm so sorry but the rug is giving nursery. I love the ship painting. But everything is so elevated the rug kind of clashes

[@karynbray1004]

Rug is awesome. As far as the sailboat, it’s more about mixing themes…jungle versus beachy sailboat…

[@angelacimmino1102]

You both demonstrate respect if one another!! So politics are somewhat important because they effect our lives, but as a past elected official, I learned firsthand that the political arena is a cutthroat business. My faith taught me to negotiate a happy compromise. You win some. You lose some. Balance.

[@natallietravers3371]

props to Jordy for being am actively touring musician tho!!

[@jeannine8400]

I love seeing Jordy with you in your videos! :)

[@kathychase234]

Okay I secretly let out a huge squeal when I saw your rug!!!!!! Omg the colors, design, animals , just AMAZING AND HAPPY 😃

[@judithcatlett8518]

I love the rug. Wonderful choice.

[@gagafit4001]

Omg love the rug 😍😍😍