Overtime at the Chateau: Mistakes and Progress

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    Welcome to Our French Chateau!
    We are Amanda and Lincoln. With our two daughters and pets in tow, we moved across the world from our home in San Francisco California to buy and restore a petite chateau on 40 acres in the beautiful French countryside of Brittany.
    Our channel documents our triumphs and failures in restoring the 19th-century Chateau de Lingourdy. We plan to return the gardens, cottages and barns to their former glory. So if you're interested in observing daily life through the eyes of an American family whose French language skills are quite lacking and who have amassed a menagerie that includes cats, dogs, and donkeys. Please join us...

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  • @OurFrenchChateau
    @OurFrenchChateau  Год назад +11

    Get 70% OFF your next Derila pillow! derila.me/OurFrenchChateau

  • @rhondadean5455
    @rhondadean5455 Год назад +92

    I love human beings that can laugh thru difficulties. You two are hilarious.

  • @SSHHABBA
    @SSHHABBA Год назад +45

    Best chateaux channel by far not false just great ❤
    And no flaunting of wealth

  • @kittycatgraham
    @kittycatgraham Год назад +56

    I never fail to laugh out loud with you folks!
    Derila should hire you in their marketing department.

  • @LomaxYearwoodthethird
    @LomaxYearwoodthethird Год назад +33

    head collar, halter. To catch them put the head collar behind your back and approach with a carrot with an open hand. Start putting a head collar on a few times a week and team it with a reward of food and walk them up and down. Tie them up to groom them the more you do it the easier it will be for you and them.

    • @marshawargo7238
      @marshawargo7238 Год назад +1

      But First, since they are still overweight, use the harness equipment as gym equipment!😂

    • @Wxcvbnmlk
      @Wxcvbnmlk Год назад

      😂

  • @lorij6445
    @lorij6445 Год назад +35

    Such a fun video. I loved seeing the Donkey shenanigans. If you have two dogs, you might as well have a third.

  • @hanwalker7408
    @hanwalker7408 Год назад +7

    I must admit I love swearing. I also love a good door slam - gets rid of all the negative feelings

  • @pNo415
    @pNo415 Год назад +9

    So for Lincoln to be allowed to sleep he needs a sponsor!?! 😂

  • @sheilahartnagle6114
    @sheilahartnagle6114 Год назад +20

    Lincoln is such a patient man when it comes to getting stuff done. I know what its like to have to bribe someone with treats to beable to do what u need to do. They r like children, i know my dogs r.

  • @stephaniegaromon3244
    @stephaniegaromon3244 Год назад +14

    This was a fun video. The pillow demonstration with Lincoln sleeping while you were mowing the lawn was priceless. Lincoln definitely keeps his cool while doing very frustrating jobs. Oh my goodness after all of that, it was the bulbs!!! The room is looking so good and the donkeys look so much thinner. Great editing with the donkeys running away from you. xx

  • @anagoncalves6335
    @anagoncalves6335 Год назад +9

    Love the humor!! "Is he breathing??"😂😂😂

  • @EllEss331
    @EllEss331 Год назад +1

    10:07 "That looks like something they use in those medical shows like when they remove a polyp from your intestines." (Lincoln giggles at Amanda).
    11:28 "There was a loose connection. Turns out I'm the loose connection. I didn't have the bulbs screwed in tight enough." (Amanda giggling in the background at Lincoln).
    This is why we LOVE this channel and them so much.

  • @susiebohrer3595
    @susiebohrer3595 Год назад +21

    You two are great! Thanks for letting your true personalities show, and your cinematography is exceptional!

  • @connihudson1578
    @connihudson1578 Год назад +8

    I love your honesty! And your patience. And your hilarious sense of humor. My husband and I appreciate the word, "thing", too. 😂😂😂😊

  • @miriamharty5761
    @miriamharty5761 Год назад +10

    It was so good to see the donkeys being pamperd , they look so well cannot belive they have to still lose more weight . They make me happy.

    • @marshawargo7238
      @marshawargo7238 Год назад +3

      Chase them around with the halters everyday! They really have some speed, when they want😊

  • @nicolemorin14
    @nicolemorin14 Год назад +3

    Wallpaper is easy but you have to work with your husband, a duo job 😂

  • @cindiehastreiter2615
    @cindiehastreiter2615 Год назад +10

    First, I could not stop laughing through the pillow portion. Then the light bulbs was over the top!! You two crack me up. 🤣

  • @catherinemtc7795
    @catherinemtc7795 6 месяцев назад +1

    Funny seeing Lincoln all over the place loving his pillow. Wish I could rest like that.

  • @maryjimdale7031
    @maryjimdale7031 Год назад +2

    I think ‘soon’ is a perfectly reasonable ‘deadline’.

  • @pamelac.410
    @pamelac.410 Год назад +5

    Lincoln makes a very nice pillow model. Love the color of the petite salon doors and the ceiling is very pretty.

  • @iu.5146
    @iu.5146 Год назад +10

    The Petite Salon is coming together nicely.
    Now you need a big gold/brass mirror over the fireplace.

  • @bethcervenka1813
    @bethcervenka1813 Год назад +9

    Every time you give them treats, have the halter casually on your shoulder so they get use to seeing it. Take them for walks to check the mail.

  • @Sherryskogstad
    @Sherryskogstad 10 месяцев назад +1

    Your past as super models really paid off when making the pillow ad. The two of you are so much fun.

  • @janesuprise8669
    @janesuprise8669 Год назад +9

    In America, the most common color of electric tape is black. The full rainbow is available here, but generally only electricians use them. My husband is an electrician, we have the full rainbow in the workshop.

  • @lauriewhitlock8137
    @lauriewhitlock8137 Год назад +2

    The donkey thing is called halter

  • @meri8746
    @meri8746 Год назад +8

    Great job on the Derila pillow commercial! 😂👏🏼👏🏼

  • @anne4083
    @anne4083 Год назад +5

    I've went out and bought new bulbs thinking they were broken but hadn't screwed them properly either!! 😅. Love the care you have for the donkeys! 🤗

  • @virginiawestcot3111
    @virginiawestcot3111 Год назад +11

    Well done Lincoln!!

  • @zoecooper6436
    @zoecooper6436 Год назад +7

    I believe the thing you can't remember the name of is a headcollar!
    Really love you two, you both have very kind, calm temperaments and you're SO funny. You bounce off each other and are a joy to watch. Thank you for sharing your vlogs with us X

  • @YourNextStep1234
    @YourNextStep1234 Год назад +3

    Maybe put the donkey's HALTERS (haha) on and walk them for 15-20 mins a day and get them used to wearing them/being lead. . When you get done brush them and pick up their feet, then reward them with a few treats. They need to be handled a bit more.

  • @marthaabrahamson6813
    @marthaabrahamson6813 Год назад +1

    Slow and steady wins the race

  • @Sushi2735
    @Sushi2735 Год назад +9

    Love the drone shots! Stunning 😍 look at those little stinker donkeys! They are just too funny, but oh so sweet!! I don’t think they look fat in the least! Maybe it’s cuz I’m 15 lbs,overweight. That is a great idea to take them for a walk. Good bonding experience ❤

  • @machellep1
    @machellep1 Год назад

    Coaxing things into place with the occasional swear words has been a tried and true method for many generations. The room is coming along nicely. Don’t be to hard on yourself about deadlines and borrow that pillow from Lincoln on occasion. You have earned the nap.

  • @essietangle9931
    @essietangle9931 Год назад +9

    I liked it when you said they liked being taken for a walk. Sounds like fun for them and hopefully they will associate their halters with fun and not just the ferrier.

    • @marshawargo7238
      @marshawargo7238 Год назад +2

      Perhaps after getting them geared up, going for a walk down the alley? He did say they were still a bit overweight😮

  • @dorothyleeuw8774
    @dorothyleeuw8774 Год назад

    Well Done with the donkey farrier job. If you have a area where you can lock them in get them in there and lock them in and put the halters on and tie them(always with a quick release) and pick their feet and give them a brush then undo them and give them a treat like some grain with carrots in it. Try to be diligent and do it at least once a week. Always keep in mind that in case of a emergency you need them more broke or you will not be able to possibly save their lives. I have 30 years experience with horses. Be confident horses know your weaknesses and body language. You got this…..😊

  • @ginaa774
    @ginaa774 Год назад +2

    we always kept the halters on our donkey and horses full time. Much easier to grab them whenever you needed to and as long as you keep an eye on them they will do no harm!

  • @shirleycowell1514
    @shirleycowell1514 Год назад +1

    Amanda distraction I call it😂. Poor Lincoln best get your pillow and lay down

  • @kathywiseman7944
    @kathywiseman7944 Год назад +1

    As you mess with the donkey's feet you should also be playing with their heads. By putting on and taking off the harnesses only when the farrier comes, they do remember why. I would be putting fly masks on them. You could also put ropes around their necks while they are eating carrots and apples and then add the harness.

  • @gayejani350
    @gayejani350 Год назад +3

    I really enjoy your humorous adventures. The commercial was hilarious. Lincoln is a good sport!🥰🇨🇦

  • @jennistevenson796
    @jennistevenson796 Год назад

    “ oh well “ is such simple therapy

  • @louiselewis5061
    @louiselewis5061 Год назад +1

    I can always count on a lol with you two. “Lincoln using an assortment of swear words”-love your sense of humor. Great add for the pillow-very cute! Lincoln’s talents, expertise and patience never ceases to amaze me. Funny about the bulb-been there done that. Sconces look beautiful. The donkeys are always good for a laugh, too.

  • @shirleygraham6229
    @shirleygraham6229 Год назад +1

    It might pay to electrify a very small area, bribe them into it, then manage the halter job. Timing for the farrier so they aren't in the small area too long, would be key. Maybe a little larger area electrified right next door, would assist you in re catching them easier too. Hard to say.

  • @candyphillips2642
    @candyphillips2642 Год назад +1

    Take out grain or treats. You'll get the donkeys then. Im happy to hear the owners were found for the sweet pup. 😮❤

  • @mauricepowers3804
    @mauricepowers3804 Год назад +4

    Love your videos, just wish they were longer. Im not complaining, i just enjoy your content. And i agree with another subscriber....straightforward videos with no flaunting of wealth. The petit salon is looking great!!
    I was also unaware that it would be so light at 10pm.

  • @HistoricHomePlans
    @HistoricHomePlans Год назад +1

    2:18 I've been giving myself deadlines to finish my own French house remodel for the last 5 years.
    2:31 It's not difficult. I did my first try inside a small walk-in closet. It was difficult. There's no wallpaper anywhere else in my house.
    16:45 Get them to associate halters with strawberries and it might be a lot easier. You might also consider hanging the halters on their house wall when not in use. That way the halters become part of their every day environment. I hope you don't mind some suggestions from someone who has no experience with donkeys but a fair understanding of animal psychology.

  • @pattyt7776
    @pattyt7776 Год назад +4

    “This is the only time I see the donkeys running.” Sorry, I admit I laughed during that entire segment and I always look forward to your vlogs! ❤️❤️

  • @squirrelswithpearls
    @squirrelswithpearls Год назад

    So glad the brown pup was reunited with it's owner!

  • @chart2
    @chart2 Год назад +1

    Poor Lincoln! Home renovations! I've been through it before.

  • @tinkybaker6594
    @tinkybaker6594 Год назад

    Hi there, a suggestion to help you catch the donkeys is to have a lead rope attached to the halter, hide it behind your back, offer donkey a treat and as the donkey eats gently loop the lead around his neck then slip the halter over his nose

  • @CuriousCalligrapher
    @CuriousCalligrapher Год назад +1

    Lincoln it was so smart to check lights still work before you do the final permanent wiring!!! Not checking the bulbs, sounds like something I would do! Hang in there you’re doing great work!

  • @JohnSeefeldt
    @JohnSeefeldt Год назад +4

    You really made me laugh today between the electrical issues and those donkeys taking off running! Everyone got their exercise! 🤣😂

  • @jamesbuckler1599
    @jamesbuckler1599 Год назад +4

    You two make me laugh all the time you guys are so funny together...

  • @MAC-op5fc
    @MAC-op5fc Год назад

    Lincoln is a patient man.

  • @cindygarrison6338
    @cindygarrison6338 Год назад

    Poor sweet Lincoln. Wonderful guy!

  • @Tretz624
    @Tretz624 Год назад +1

    You need to have a pen to bring them into. A smallish pen that they can’t really run away from you. Treats are for when they exhibit good behavior. 😊 Seems like that trimming session went well. 👍🏼

  • @jonimarchese7655
    @jonimarchese7655 Год назад +1

    Hi Amanda and Lincoln, you know once you get the halters on, you can leave them on, for a while, so they can adjust, and you won't have to go through this. I would leave mine on my horses, when they were out to pasture, I never had a problem. Lincoln if you are what a loose connection looks like, everyone should have one. Well done. I have to tell you; I have bone on bone, in my neck, I get cortisone shots and sleep in a neck brace. I ordered a pillow, and I am looking forward to finally maybe a good night's sleep. Thanks for sharing. Love from N.Y.

  • @mariak9727
    @mariak9727 Год назад +5

    😂Thank you for making me laugh tonight!! I needed that💖💖

  • @oliversmum1
    @oliversmum1 Год назад +5

    omg- the Derila advert...You two had me on the floor! I think I'm going to have to buy one or two to try them out just from that advert now! Best chateau world advert to date! Derila should LOVE you guys!

  • @LCamp-cr7fs
    @LCamp-cr7fs Год назад +2

    I wonder whether Derila watched your ad. Their marketing couldn’t have done a better job writing that copy. I will certainly look into them since I am on a quest for the perfect pillow.

  • @darant2249
    @darant2249 Год назад +6

    Great video…love you guys. You’re so relatable. 🎉

  • @lisakilmer2667
    @lisakilmer2667 Год назад +1

    Cutest ad ever. Thanks for sharing your life.

  • @shellythom7248
    @shellythom7248 Год назад

    Love how the one stomped when you talked about him saying they needed to lose weight. Then the donkey huffed too. 😂😂😂 that donkey was like no I do not need to lose weight. 😂 they are funny animals. They really are.

  • @FrenchFarmhouseDiaries
    @FrenchFarmhouseDiaries Год назад +2

    Wait is he breathing i couldn't stop laughing that was funny we do like your chateau thanks for sharing guys

  • @libertyblueskyes2564
    @libertyblueskyes2564 Год назад +1

    Have you ever tried carrots and apples while you put on their halters? First coral them !!!

  • @dianaford9040
    @dianaford9040 Год назад

    A 3rd dog? What about a border collie to round up the donkeys? Glad Uvea and Dominic are adapting to the hoof filing drill. I love how much you care for all your animal kiddos. ❤

  • @petrakinkel3521
    @petrakinkel3521 Год назад +4

    Lincoln and you are a good team in all disciplins........even with donkeys 🤩 The owners of that nice dog can be very happy getting him back 💖 Greetings from Austria

  • @susansparks9185
    @susansparks9185 Год назад +1

    I love your vlogs. So honest and genuine. I felt like I was there watching the donkeys run. ❤🇨🇦

  • @mmandrac1
    @mmandrac1 Год назад +2

    Very funny. Thanks for the laughs!

  • @Paula-f2s
    @Paula-f2s Год назад +1

    Your donkey-chasing made me laugh out loud… and though you likely already know this word, I learned a new and useful word just this summer from mon professeur de français…if you don’t know the word for something…le truc = the thing - very handy😉, as in “c’est truc est quoi?”
    J’adore ton projet enfin!

  • @suzannestubbins
    @suzannestubbins Год назад +2

    I laughed out loud throughout, having me in stitches!😂 Both of you are hilarious!😂😂 !

  • @kellypwright8580
    @kellypwright8580 Год назад +1

    I LOVED your ad for the pillow. So funny! Yes, I’ll take a look. My neck will thank me.

  • @Lisa-gs9ke
    @Lisa-gs9ke Год назад +1

    Keep the halter on them for a while. Cross tie them when you give treats. They'll get trained that the cross ties are good. While cross tied work on their feet.

  • @paulmartinez9581
    @paulmartinez9581 Год назад +1

    I was raised with horses and farm animals with the cows that had led to other pastures. We usually their halter tops on at weeks at a time in a pasture, there were no way that they could harm himself with with a halter top. Is there any way that they would harm them self, if you left their halter top on longer.

  • @Hugho59
    @Hugho59 Год назад

    I know you probably don’t have a lot if time to read but there is a great book called running with Sherman. Sherman being a donkey and his owner starts training with him for a donkey race they do in the US (Colorado) really cute and fun story.

  • @beverlysnow9315
    @beverlysnow9315 Год назад +2

    Good for you for keeping up with their hooves. it’s so important for the rest of their health. Strawberries, who knew!

  • @sarahmiller5632
    @sarahmiller5632 Год назад +1

    I love your sense of humour and positive attitude.🇨🇦
    You might try hiding the halters behind your back when you are trying to corner them to put the halter on. Just a thought.

  • @corricatt
    @corricatt Год назад +1

    I've been missing you both!!!

  • @lizzybetbutt6040
    @lizzybetbutt6040 Год назад +11

    Love this channel….

  • @elizabetha.morgan1869
    @elizabetha.morgan1869 Год назад

    Use a bucket of feed and a lead rope with a breakaway halter. I know, we have horses and yes they can be challenging. So make nice nice and fus with them. Rag wort, don’t let them go to seed. I put them in the burn pit!

  • @BarbaraatQueensAvenueTarot
    @BarbaraatQueensAvenueTarot Год назад

    Problem with the halter is that they see it. Put it behind you or put your arm thru it and hang it on your shoulder like a purse. Then, while you are giving them the carrots, put the lead rope around their neck so at least they think they've been caught. And, they need practice.
    The pillow advert was hilarious!

  • @delamaiwald327
    @delamaiwald327 Год назад

    The donkey thing...
    DONKEY!!! HALT!!! 'ERE halter(e)
    😂

  • @patriciasimons1873
    @patriciasimons1873 Год назад

    The pillow ad was hysterical

  • @thomasmyrick5195
    @thomasmyrick5195 Год назад +1

    Doing Wallpapering all depends on the pattern and the repeat you have very detailed not easy so be careful on the pattern you choose.

  • @dscott8799
    @dscott8799 Год назад +2

    Enjoyed the video! Love seeing the donkeys and you chasing after them made me smile so much. that light mistake is something the best of would make, so don’t feel bad about Lincoln! 😅

  • @luanncorbin8652
    @luanncorbin8652 Год назад

    Love the view from that window. Open with a light breeze. Nice place for a window seat and billowy sheer white sheer curtains. and coffee.❤❤😎

  • @binalavery836
    @binalavery836 Год назад +1

    Watching them run around was hysterical!! They looked happy after it was done!! Lights look good!!

  • @jazz847
    @jazz847 8 месяцев назад +1

    Halter or headcollar!! I love this channel ❤

  • @Winton46
    @Winton46 Год назад +1

    Still catching up lol so have decided to watch current then backdated ones …. Love to see the animals I would love donkeys they seem so calming thank you for sharing ❤

  • @rosemariedeschenes7013
    @rosemariedeschenes7013 Год назад +2

    Such a fun blog. Love all the animals and it’s definitely time for a third dog. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

  • @akb9909
    @akb9909 Год назад

    Oh my gosh! We are renovating a farm house and I completely feel your pain! I redo literally everything I do… twice… only to find out it was fine the first time! Keep laughing! Find the positive always! I just shake my head and laugh!

  • @nizethpretorius2400
    @nizethpretorius2400 Год назад

    Feed them in their little donkey house regularly. Close the door on halter day.

  • @blondiej994
    @blondiej994 Год назад

    As a rancher can I offer you some advise on the donkeys? You need to start penning them when you feed them. It gets them used to going in their donkey house or pen when you have food. When it’s time to put the harness on, just lure them in the pen with food. It’s much easier to put the harness in when they are contained.

  • @valariebresee4450
    @valariebresee4450 Год назад +2

    l loved the commercial you both did now that was fun to watch lolol

  • @cherylmomof2boys
    @cherylmomof2boys Год назад

    Ha! Your promotion was probably the best advertising Derila has ever had. You two are a hoot. :)

  • @maggiegray1698
    @maggiegray1698 Год назад +1

    The halter in the uk 😅😅😊

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 Год назад

    I would love to see the bloopers for the pillow ad. You both had me laughing. The donkeys are in great shape thanks to you both. ❤

  • @lindadaum9408
    @lindadaum9408 Год назад +2

    Loved the video and your humor! That room is going to be amazing.

  • @caroltoia7865
    @caroltoia7865 Год назад

    I just love you two, you see the funny side of life. Don't lose it. ❤

  • @jayneturnbull5041
    @jayneturnbull5041 Год назад

    Loved the pillow advertisement, I feel sure you are going to be inundated with offers after thus vlog. Love your sense of humour.

  • @jackieboudreaux6339
    @jackieboudreaux6339 Год назад

    Yes haltering and hand walking them will help them and help burn some calories