We Left Italy.

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We are Heather, Bradey, Alexa and Chloe. We purchased an abandoned stone barn in the foothills of the Italian Alps and we are working together as a family to renovate and restore this old stone barn into our dream home.

[@RaisingVoyagers]

SOooooo excited to share a MASSIVE update about the stone house next week!! Thanks for all your love and support!

[@marlenetrain]

How do you afford the travel and on your dream home??????

[@maryellenjaynes4767]

I love watching your progress and how you are doing your house . Can't wait for your next video, it's awesome. Cheers from Tasmania Australia ❤

[@markcourt6146]

Thank you guys for your update, so keen &. excited to see the finished stone house also ". cheers from Australia,.👌

[@michelleleigh007]

Now that you've said that I need to comment! 🙈 I absolutely love your guys channel ❤️ you are all so lovely and so inspiring! Thank you for all that you share Xx 💐

[@delven121]

Safe travels, have fun with family and friends. Live life to the fullest and enjoy. Looking forward to more updates from Italy.

[@susanhirtzel8410]

The effects of three weeks of “relax, refresh, reconnect” were very visible on both your faces! So glad you have this time away and look forward to what’s ahead.💗

[@lauraquigley6403]

It was so exciting to see Heather hugging her parents & grandma hugging the girl’s! So nice that you all have gotten a reset! I am eager to see your next travel’s & to hear what is happening with the house! We really Love you all!🙏🙏🙏Blessing’s

[@patrickcooper9641]

I totally agree with you about the culture shock after returning to the US many years later. I traveled the world (97 countries) for 5 years on a motorcycle! Then I decided to settle down in Rome. I was there for 2 years traveling all over Italy then 2 weeks ago I landed in Detroit (I am actually in the suburbs) and was not ready or it. Yes everything is big and convenient to a point! To make a long story short: I miss the Dolce Vita...........You guys have a great family. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@angeltravelstheworld]

Sounds like an epic story. A life well traveled!

[@AlaskaLife2017]

Ohhh my gosh!! The entire journey I had a HUGE smile on my face!! Then when you were in your family's arms.. my eyes leaked. Overwhelming HAPPINESS in my heart for you all!! Thank you for sharing such monumental moments with us! Soooo HAPPY for you all!! ❤️🎉❤️🎉

[@Patriotadad]

Same

[@Hometowngirl321]

Alaska Life, I couldn’t have said it better myself, I have tears again just reading your comment 👏🥰

[@grandmalorizee472]

So happy for y'all to get to see your families, friends and have a break. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. God bless you.

[@joannetutor4051]

So happy that you took this time to recharge. Enjoy every second of your children when they are young. Your videos are terrific!

[@wandamartin6503]

Wow your families are so close. Fellow Michigander here. You all seem so relaxed and happy. Looks like it was a great time to head out and rest. Nothing like seeing family. Safe travels. The stone house is coming along beautifully.

[@susanriverione7437]

Great news! What a life you are giving to your children. We did this with our now grown 40-something sons!

[@goinggoinggone17]

It warms my heart to see how much your enjoying a break from your work. It shows so much in your speech, your smiles and your actions just how badly needed this break was for you. Seeing your families, all the hugs and renewing old friendships is going to give you a second wind, you deserve this so so much. You have put in a hard year of very hard work. Love you guys, have fun.

[@juditszabo8751]

It is so nice to see you guys so relaxed and rested. No matter where you are to watch your adventures is such a joy. The reverse culture shock is real, I experienced it many times during my travels. Enjoy the break!🎉

[@SoniaJbrt]

Haven't seen you guys so relaxed and happy in a long time. Really happy you could travel again and see family. Enjoy the alone time and family time😊

[@tedmount331]

I love your enthusiastic and positive adventurous outlook. Your girls reflect the same attitudes and are so fortunate to be gaining all of these opportunities and adventures. Looking forward to the next few weeks. Take care.

[@lisagodfrey842]

Heather your hair looks beautiful!!! Was so good to see y'all during your visit. Can't wait to see your video here.

[@lorizaroban9413]

Welcome home! The world is your home, but here is your roots!

[@aysen8366]

You have been an inspiration for many things; your effort and courage to start a totally new life; your joyfull relationship between the family; the way you support your kids to do new things like diy etc; and overall YOUR POSITIVITY and ENDURANCE. Thank you for everytyhing you are filming and sharing. You download joy and strength to the world. Lots of love.

[@findingoureden]

Glad y'all are finally back on the go again. Has to feel great! I also love the Alexa Cam. Glad she's getting involved in the content creation!

[@Caligirl68]

I’m so happy to see that all of you are taking a break from renovating your home in Italy! Praying the rest of your time goes smoothly. Looking forward to your upcoming videos. God bless your family. Safe travels ✈️🌎

[@KristaMarkstrom]

Awesome to see that you’re able to get a much needed refresh. Great to see you all looking relaxed. Definitely looking forward to hearing about your Italian stone house plans. Amazing what you all have accomplished as a family! Have fun!!

[@ChillKat69]

My first comment! I’m now 69, and although I’ve had an exciting life having grown up in San Francisco near Golden Gate Park in the 60s & 70s (and marrying a member of a famous rock band), I unfortunately never traveled to Italy. My grandparents emigrated to tye US from Belnome in the mountains east of Genoa, and my cousin still owns my great grandfather’s home. Every year, there is a huge family reunion for weeks where the women cook and the men sing and everyone dances and drinks wine. I’m hoping to go before it’s too late! Anyway, I’m living vicariously through you, and think you must’ve picked the most beautiful spot in Italy for your homestead. I’m mesmerized by all of the different facets of your property, and how you have pulled from so many of its resources. I also love that your girls are going to be so well-rounded after this between traveling and being hands-on with renovations. And I love how transparent you are with all of your ups and downs, and that you haven’t lost your sense of humor through it all! I do know that in my next life, I am going to pick a husband who is handy! I’m the one that fixes everything around here. Sorry for the long text but I just love you guys and wish you the very best. I can’t wait to see the end result on the house, especially since I feel like you are really ready to rock ‘n’ roll. Take care. Much love, Kathi. ❤

Ciao, sono Sara e sono e abito a Genova, Belnome si trova molto nell'entroterra, ma non è più Liguria è già provincia di Piacenza, quindi Emilia Romagna. È un paesino su un affluente del fiume fiume Trebbia, (Il Boreco) zona abbastanza umida ma mooolto famosa x i funghi porcini. Ci vado tutti gli anni a raccoglierli, montagne montagne da fare a piedi fuori dai sentieri, ma posti da favola... Si trova quasi a 1000 metri sul livello del mare. ❤❤❤

[@ChillKat69]

Ciao Sara! I am coming to Italy next year and hope to visit Genoa and possibly Belnome. How wonderful that you know where Belnome is located. Many people do not! My ancestors started out in Genoa and I have always wanted to visit. I would love to drive into the mountains. My old boyfriend was from Tuscany and he still foraged for mushrooms after he came to the United States from Italy. Thank you for writing to me. ❤

[@clairevagonis1873]

You could tell you guys were stressed because now you’re both so silly together. It’s good to see.

[@deidrespencer5467]

I'm so thrilled to see you having a break, and looking so happy & relaxed. You're living your passion in two different worlds ... your Italian home restoration & travel. Bravo!! 👏🌈💞

[@christinecarman2605]

Hope everything turns out well for you all.🇦🇺

[@julieholcombe7422]

I'm sorry excited for you all to be able to visit family and friends in the states! I know everyone missed you and your family and vice versa. Have a blast, make more memories and safe travels always!

[@Nitamil22]

You make me smile so brightly so thank you! I still have the utmost dream of traveling to Italy. Hopefully next year. I am afraid I would not want to leave...

[@sandramckenzie653]

Glad you were able to get away for some travel.’ It will be wonderful to travel along with you. Enjoy!

[@lucaraucci5262]

Buone vacanze e buon riposo! tornate presto in Italia!! :)

[@maryolmstead3183]

Heather, your hair looks so healthy and soft!

[@bjhardin8347]

hi heather and bradey-i am so enjoying your videos and adventures. i am a 72 yr old US grama/artist living in mexico- lake chapala area. i retired here last year and love it, but my heart is to travel as much as possible. i love watching the building of your home as i built and remodeled 2 houses in hawaii when i lived there-but neither were stone. i also especially admire how your daughters are so adjusted to travel and living abroad- what a bonus for them. it's all very magical to watch- keep up the great adventure- i will be watching!

[@paulinewilson613]

Enjoy your well earned break and have lots of fun relaxing so you can get back to your stone house refreshed and reinvigorated to carry on finishing your little home

[@kimconnollysolocampermarri467]

I’ve only just found you and as a Canadian who has lived in Australian for a very long time, I know reverse culture shock well. An Egyptian friend of mine once said that your country of origin is like your mother and your new country is like your wife, you’ll always love and visit your mother, but you have to be with your wife. I love that sayings, it describes living abroad so well. Thanks for all your time and effort making these videos. I did it for one year and know how much work it takes. Enjoy visiting home.

[@lynnemac1402]

Totally understand the burn out, it is mentally and physically exhausting to take on a project like yours, so you need to have the break. You both look so relaxed, enjoy your holiday and travel x

[@jannabors1961]

It's wonderful to see you all relaxed and happy!! I'm glad you made it "home" to 🇺🇸 🇺🇲 🌎 looking forward to next week's video❤

[@ucsbalum73]

Way back after graduating from college I went to Europe for 3 months. Returning home was a rest for me. After several days I could have returned to Europe as my batteries were recharged, I’d had food I’d missed n saw my family. I totally get the missing the small things that gives one comfort. There was great joy in experiencing a different way of life, the smells and sights. If I could have had a great burger n fries I could have traveled longer lol. Enjoy your visit!

[@theresayamasaki4071]

I'm so happy for all of you. Taking a break has been great for your family. I found you and your travel adventures while recovering from a ruptured patella tendon in July 2023. Its been healing to watch every Sunday. Your stone house is really coming along. Watching weekly from New Mexico. I suddenly want to eat cheezits now. Lol

[@MicheleMakinson]

Bless all of you. What an amazing job you’re doing on your Italian property. I’m so happy you went home to visit your families and friends. I look forward to your videos each Sunday. Safe travels and I look forward to next week’s show.❤

[@mariewoodcock1244]

How wonderful to see you all taking a well earned holiday. We fully understand your reasoning & explanation. Hope you continue to have a great time. Can't wait to see your next installment wherever you are. Stay safe. Love from Western Australia.

[@reneleeuwendal8937]

So happy to see you reunited with your family 👏👏👏You deserve this break. Enjoy every moment. 🙏❤️

[@abigailgerlach5443]

Don't worry Brady, when my mom got stressed while traveling she'd go through every name in the book when talking to my sister and I - including the pet's names! Coming back to the US, it's weird to hear nothing but English. I wasn't expecting it! Enjoy your trip! Enjoy family! Enjoy friends!

[@miguelzanetti2450]

I am so glad for you guys!, I hope you enjoy your so deserved break, mind you that time is passing by so quickly!, you can see in your love ones and what is paramount is family gathering in these circumstances, as the world today is so complicated that is capable of destroying plans in a blink of the eye. Enjoy the love of the family, you will notice a rare feeling when you depart, but you soul will be calm because you done the right thing. So never the less. Have a great time!, and recharge your batteries! ( from an old migrant that left his country some 52 years ago) Cheers from Down Under

[@dawnfitzgerald2951]

You look so relaxed and happy. ❤️🇨🇦

[@ladyofwildrose]

So pleased for you all that you are having such a wonderful time. You do look so very much more rested and refreshed. Excited to hear and see what is unfolding in the next leg of your journey! Blessings from Canada's west coast!

[@deniseblackman5229]

So great you are able to reset-you needed it I think! I see a new young blogger in your future💕

[@docohm50]

I spent 24 years in the Air Force and like you guys I have been all over the world. For me though nothing beats the USA. May God bless your family in your journey.🙏

[@cathymaitland345]

You guys look so relaxed. I’m really chuffed for you both..you deserve this break.

[@rca-in-glasgow6781]

I lost my visa and had to return to the US from three years in Glasgow. The reverse culture shock was one of the saddest and most depressing times of my life. I’m glad your experience was better!😀

[@a2shillam]

Ditto... returning from a year in Japan. Then repeat after a year in Turkey. I love San Diego. I loved there, too.

[@carrieschwenk5890]

What was depressing? I live in Aberdeen for 6 years and needed to go home once a year to feel like an American again.

[@Bicklehoff794]

I had reverse culture shock after 2.5 years away, it was awful and lasted for 6 months.

[@dawncaulder2837]

Y'all are the sweetest couple and family. It's nice to see y'all back. I love the fact that your daugters enjoy traveling. The love and laughter is priceless. Making precious memories will last a lifetime. I'm so looking forward to your next video😁Sending love and hugs from Darlington, South Carolina.

[@pameladippre4386]

When working on a project causes burnout, the best thing is to get away for awhile. Always enjoyed my work conferences away to restore the energy and renew the spirit. Good choice. You make traveling look like so much fun and now I want to take a trip. Love your haircut Heather. Enjoy and will see you next week. Can't wait!

[@chasetonga]

Welcome back to the Midwest! At least you came back the the friendliest part of the country! -From your neighbor, Wisconsin.

[@CarolP-uk]

Great vlog, Fantastic that you got to go visit family and friends and can’t wait for next video 👏🏻👏🏻

[@ginnywarren7352]

Y’all look so happy and rested. I’m amazed that y’all can laugh thru work and play, even when sorely fatigued. Your videos are always uplifting.

[@AmenMama-qe4sq]

You guys are glowing! I’m so happy for you! Believe me… we all needed this as much as you did. 😉

[@paulinelogan1400]

Love you all look forward to following in whatever you do ❤

[@anneliesjoss]

Yep, we moved back from the UK to the US, after having been away for 6 years, and the culture shock was pretty real.

[@kenclement9409]

I don't know how far you kids were from Frankenmuth MI, my son and his family own "The Bavarian Blacksmith Experience". I believe you kids would have loved to have forged your own knife or jewelry. I love watching your beautiful lives. You kids are so precious and fun. I look forward to your exciting updates and seeing your fun travels!!! I pray God's blessings of protection and peace over your family. ♥️🫂🙏✝️

[@shannanbegley8189]

Great plan! So glad you got to come home and spend time with family and friends! Looking forward to the big update!!

[@classyvintagetravels6744]

Oh my word! You guys look so relaxed. I didn’t realize the toll it was taking on you until I saw this. What a difference and those girls ….how cute and excited they were. Marie

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Hi. Glad you could finally catch up with family and friends, real time. Enjoy!

[@Ar_Stanton]

Buone vacanze!!!

[@pamelatai-ed6jb]

So nice that you have been able to get home to see loved ones. I am a Canadian living in Chiang Mai so I know what it's like to miss everyone back home. If you have any questions about Chiang Mai I am happy to help you with them if possible.

[@kelseybartolo7336]

what a family humble full of love always smiling well educated always possitive examplary god bless you

[@MrsJazzyDoodle]

Love this video. I have often wondered if you guys were struggling with burnout even though your videos seemed to show happiness in the step by step, daily work and all of those demands. Heather your hair looks very nice and healthy. You seem to glow in this video. 🎉 Happy holidays to all of you and your extended family! And YES, we Americans are spoiled in ways we don't even think about.

[@dasmith8149]

I have been watching You work on the old house. You’re doing some amazing work and it’s awesome that the whole family is involved. I had no idea until this podcast that you are from Ohio and Michigan. I was born and raised in Toledo Ohio, and only live a few miles from there now. After a year, I believe you definitely need to recharge. Enjoy your stay back in the states.

[@jacquiedresser8610]

You're all like "I'm outta here". Enjoy well-deserved travels, how exciting

[@turbett1975]

Glad you got to come home and get to visit family. Me and my family understand the reverse culture shock😳. We came back right before Covid.

[@EnGammalAmazon]

That joy to travel is what I look like every time I head back to Sweden and my home 3 hours north of Stockholm. I can relate so well. The first time I was in Sweden was in 1971 when I was 20. I never got over it and decided to 'come home' four years ago. Thanks for all you do.

[@patwilson5017]

I admire your happy healthy children...obviously they feel loved and safe.

[@jeepergirljk7410]

Glad you're able to travel again, and welcome back to the US.

[@franbauernschub8905]

I am beyond excited for you! I can't wait to see where you are headed. You really did need a break from the construction. Sending prayers for safe travels. See you next week!

[@davideborgna4918]

Bravissimi... non capisco la vostra lingua ma vi seguo sempre, sono felice per voi... buon viaggio👍😆👋👋👋

[@pamelareeves3574]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, for sharing all of this with us!

[@hvanderp578]

All that work you,ve done, it’s necessary to have a long break and see family, enjoy guys👏👏

[@pumpupjam9648]

SO glad all of you left and now "resetting" so important to get back on track. Enjoy your stay, and hope by the time you get back the Visa issue will be resolved once and for all!

[@cindyhaley8462]

We are back “home” in the US for furlough and the reverse culture shock is so real. !

[@SharonWalker-q2s]

It’s good to see you both so happy again. Enjoy every minute and don’t worry about responding to comments. I don’t think anyone expects that - not me anyway - I’d prefer you spent life’s precious moments having fun together xx

[@920927ful]

Mas... não abandonem esse lugar maravilhoso que vocês construiram na Itália. Ficou um lugar paradisíaco. Felicidades a essa família tão simpática e corajosa!

[@danmcbride6258]

It’s so nice to see you get away for a vacation and recharge. Looking forward to your return to Italy, after a little extended side trip to Asia. Lol

[@j.madisonrink1623]

so much fun to see this unity of joy! Keep on having fun.... happy for you! Where will you spend Thanksgiving?

[@theresaniemann3899]

Must be wonderful to be back home. Enjoy - you certainly needed a rest from the heavy wofk you were doing in the Alps

[@flogiu]

I wonder if Heather has a moment of ….not laughing , my God , she laughs all the time , I don’t think it’s normal , but may God bless your beautiful family ❤🙏🏽

[@darienneflint9354]

Wishing you thoroughly enjoybtime out. We will keep watching!!!!!

[@Esther.B7520]

Loved the video! So glad you got to go home and also do more travelling! ✈️🛫💺🛬. Looking forward to the video’s📹! Stay safe and have fun! ❤️🙏🏼😎👋🏻 Ontario, Canada🇨🇦

[@floridastate4604]

Grandma and Grandpa and kids together extremely important wish you well all

[@ChapterJohn15]

You are home how exciting!!!!

[@helenjoy3645]

U certainly look refreshed , good luck to u x

[@TheAngela2468]

You look so relaxed and what an adventure ❤❤😊😊

[@manodeva7179]

Love you😘 You are really inspiring! Thank you for sharing your wonderful colours🥰

[@jimdelong949]

So happy for you guys The smiles and laughter said so much about your excitement. Wishing you the best on the rest of your trip and continuing the house build

[@luciasammut5018]

Wish you a very relaxing time with your family Enjoy xxx

[@maryannaarnold3817]

Hi Heather, Bradey, Alexa and Chloe, it's great to hear you have had a lovely time visiting family and friends! You look so much more relaxed and happy! Wishing you ALL a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving! Looking forward to your next travels and projects!

[@barber0611]

you guys look rested and so happy.....looking forward to seeing what comes next!

[@user-lr8jc4rt7j]

So glad that you all took time to come back to the States and have quality time with family. Priceless! I fully relate to the reverse culture shock when coming back to the States after living abroad for a long length of time. I cant wait to watch next week's video. You all have as a family have come along from your first videos. I'm so glad that i have experienced all your family adventures from the first videos.❤❤

[@franceslazu1784]

Good luck guys!! God bless you!!

[@lydiaviera1593]

Prayers for safe travels

[@shirleyyell7564]

Another great episode. Thank you for sharing with us..

[@yekbar]

I love watching your journey. I feel like you guys are my distant cousins. Kudos to you for raising two beautiful voyagers and giving them the experience of life.

[@miguelmoreno5940]

So happy for you and family came back to USA, I wish can do this soon. Enjoy you family,..

[@belveder69]

Been watching since the beginning and love you guys. Watching the girls grow up is like watching my daughters growing up. I really hope everything works out for you'se in Italy. Yoou prove that persistence is a virtue. Love from South Australia

[@debrabeck6068]

Can ‘t wait to follow the rest of your brave and physically taxing journey. I love your positivity and ability to overcome obstacles. Enjoy this break!

[@lesliecarpenter869]

Soooo great you could get away....Enjoy but then....Rock on😊