He certainly was being guided by the powers above! He was needed and that is why he was led to La lande. Like an angel being sent. Everyone there is, at the right place at the right time. But as Selmar came right when things were needed most and first, guess he is the very one needed to remain always, and be part of the family forever? We all pray this is true and it seems to be going in that direction. The whole team is doing such a great job working together so well. Very talented.
@@michellezevenaar yes this is true I started being an avid watcher at the start of that lockdown around April or may and he arrived! Love this group never want them to separate 😂
Thank you for sharing your celebration. For anyone who was alone this year , it would be heartwarming to watch. St Cecelia the patron of music , I know you know, is so fitting for your chapel.
😭 Tears of joy at the beautiful words especially between Stephanie and Selmar. You all might not have had the traditional Thanksgiving food (what is Gamin anyhow?:), but you have captured the spirit of Thanksgiving beautifully!! This year was hard for me; I couldn’t be with my family because of some of their health concerns and Covid, but was blessed to be included by my best friend and her family today to give thanks for all of our many blessings. One of the the things I’m truly grateful for this year has been Stephanie and everyone at LaLande for the love, laughter and joy you have shared. You truly have helped me make it through this year. God bless you all from Southern California, USA 🇺🇸 🇫🇷
Dont ever loose Selmar, he is a treasure and have given so much of him self to this castle. It is almost like he has lived a life here in the past. Selmar, salute to you! Salite to all of you at La Lande. Happy Thanksgiving.
For me I think that when lockdown started Stephanie thought they would just about scrape through as a business as they lost all their paying guests. Actually I think that this really difficult and hard year of 2020 fir most of the world has probably strangely been the best year for the Chateau de Lalande. The people, the projects that have been completed and although we all missed Percy, having mummy for an extended stay was a blessing. The impact of Selmar, Dan and Marie has been tremendous. Such hard workers and so much talent! I think those of us involved via vlogs and patreon would like to join with everyone at the Chateau in giving thanks 😊
To Helen: I loved your comment !!! Chateaou Lalande and that beautiful family has been my company and reconciliation with life during these difficult times... Dreaming of taking a plane to go to France every single hour... Best regards from Redland-Miami on a beautiful shiny day of March.
Oh my goodness, when Selmar was talking about his experiences at Lalande this year, I started crying! 😭 Good things did happen this year, didn’t they? Not a lot, but enough to be thankful for.
I would like to thank you Stephanie and all of the lalanders for the new view on daily routines I now have. I make sure to use the nicest china, the best sheets or pajamas. Because it's the little things that create a fairy tale life. Me and my sister now have the Lalande style when making a table: the best cloth, napkins, plates and cutlery, and of course flowers. Thanks to Lalande I strive for beauty more and more, even during the isolation!
Stephanie doesn't always have the ''best'' as in most expensive or the finest, but that which she cherishes and what brings the sense of caring to the table. If you put loving care into your preparations, even chipped old plates of unknown pedigree will bring warmth and smiles to your gatherings. Remember things can be lost. Meaning is up to you.
@@gaslitworldf.melissab2897 well that was exactly what I implied: the best I have at the moment. Not saving it for some special occasion in the distant future
So true . Absolutely no point in having beautiful nice things if we don’t use and enjoy them , it’s not like we’re gonna take them with us when we leave this world .
My favorite part is Selmar telling his memories of his journey to the Chateau. I remember it clearly, the motor home in the courtyard, March 27th. Selmar seemed an angle descending on Lalande (the 6th member of Quarantine Diaries). It was such a scary time with the world shutting down and so many unknowns. It's such a joy to be a part of the "Lockdown Renaissance" that began with his arrival. There are many things for Lalande to be thankful for this year, Stephanie and I love that you celebrate this holiday as it's about THANKFULNESS and never concern yourselves about what the menu will be as its just THANKFULNESS.
Selmar is lovely and meant to be there.i remember his van arriving and you and Mommy Wondering who had arrived! Lovely words from Natalie.Goodnight Lalande.
Yes I remember Selmar arriving too. Little did they know the impact of his arrival would make on the Chateau and the people that live there. God bless all
I absolutely love everyone of you, past and present, at Lalande! Marie, the studio looked amazing, Natalie your speech was touching, Selmar we appreciate all you do and Kat, we love you.
We Americans don’t all have turkeys, some ham or roast. What makes it thanksgiving is sitting around the table taking turns saying what we are thankful for. Eat whatever you like best.
Our Canadian Thanksgiving is traditionally turkey but ham is a favourite too! This was a wonderful episode and I am so thankful for the happiness you share with us all! Wilma in Nova Scotia Canada
@@ibosquez5238 totally disagree with you. Thanksgiving is an American and Canadian holiday celebration because of the history behind it, not a European one. Pelegrín didn’t settle in France and we didn’t have and still don’t have Native American in France. I love Stephanie’ s vlog but this is very bizarre and odd. This is an excuse to have a party and this is very inappropriate. She has no ties to The States, nor to Canada. Would American and Canadian celebrate Bastille Day on July 14th...I don’t think so. Even Michael Petherick questioned her last year about it (he didn’t understand it either). She gave him a very poor excuse for this bizarre idea. I am sorry but Thanksgiving isn’t just a party theme because someone wants a party. I didn’t like it last year and I am still not like it this year. No point discussing the matter because as Mummy said to her once, no point giving you my advise because you will ignore it anyway. By celebrating Thanksgiving in France, in a French Château with EUROPEAN volunteers, she is dismissing everything that Thanksgiving stand for and is about.
@@ibosquez5238 I don’t want to start a war either. Even in this bigger picture, NO EUROPEANS “Give thanks to Father God” in that manner or ever. It is purely an American and Canadian way to be thankful to God. I should know I am French who has lived in the UK, The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and the US for the past 20 years. Even the Italian who are very religious don’t “thank God” on that particular day of the year or in this manner. I would even say that there are no others countries than America and Canada that celebrate Thanksgiving. This is the first time that I see an European celebrating Thanksgiving. Very bizarre indeed and I am questioning her motives (ie: pleasing her American and Canadian patrons may be - some self promoting). Stephanie doesn’t celebrate La Chandeleur, which is a very French religious celebration. So very weird that she celebrates Thanksgiving. May be, because she doesn’t have a great number of French subscribers because her vlog is in English so she feels that there is no need to celebrate that day of La Chandeleur (it is the day that Jesus was presented to the temple in Jerusalem and the Christians celebrated the event by bringing candles to be blessed). This is why I am questioning her motives, in that case, why doesn’t she not celebrate the Son of God?
I am so thankful for La La Land, Stephanie, Mummy and everyone else in the Chateau Diaries for keeping me sane and giving me something to look forward to every week. You are all amazing 🥰💞🥰💞🥰💞
Yes! Selmar has differently been a blessing. I remember him arriving and everyone including viewers were still all in shock for what was happening in the world! Not only one country selmar is a knight in a white horse😀
For the very first time I wished I was watching this on a larger screen. Marie and Phillip out did them selves setting the stage. You really need to set a special date for 'Lalande day'.😁🥳👍
Yes Nattie, every day is a miracle. What a beautiful, thankful gathering, ending with the chapel windows glowing in the darkness of the day. So inspiring.
A memorable installment of the Lalande Chronicles. It has struck me that these videos really are a chronicle, a record of events like those compiled by Saint Bede and his monastic colleagues. Selmar is a Legend! Is there anything he cannot do?! Thank you for the video!
So sad I missed Selmar's speech 'live' what a lovely day, so happy to have shared a bit of my Thanksgiving with all the lovely La Landers :) Stephanie and all her happy fellow Lalanders, new and old, have so lifted us all and made us make the wretchedness of 2020 a wondrous year in many ways. I can't thank all of you so much for not only lifting my spirits, but for allowing me to, through you , your chats and really RUclips in general, to find so many wonderful new friends on line. There is something about all of us that truly feels like a small series if 'Villages' in the vast WORLD of RUclips. That we can pop in for a cuppa and a chat to see what one another is doing in their little bit of their 'virtual village' and all our little roads lead to joyous La Lande! Who could have thought that the dire straights of 2020 could have created such a wonderful New escape for all of us. Happy Thanksgiving and Happy and joyous La Lande Magic to all of us! God Bless us Everyone :)
Just as an aside. We do eat ham for thanksgiving. With cloves, honey and brown sugar glaze. In fact, personally, we generally don't even do turkey. =) Everyone can celebrate a day of friends, family, and gratitude! Also we do eat mashed potatoes, but also sometimes potatoes au gratin. The side dishes change and can be anything you like. There's never one way to eat a holiday meal! 🧡
I just want to say how moving the speeches were... I teared up when Natie spoke about health as my father has Leukemie and what with Covid, it has been very difficult. My father is grateful every day that he has that extra day to live life. Thank you Lalanders for your joy and celebration of life! Big hugs!
Thank you Stephanie, Isabelle, Selmar, Marie, Nati,....and all the Lalanders either near or far... for the safe happy place to escape too after difficult days ...for sharing your life, love and laughter with all of us. I’m so grateful for all of you! Lots of love from Montreal Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
To Selmar! He was guided to come to La Lande, how beautiful. Lovely words Natti. Marie and Phillip did such a wonderful job decorating the space. Cat cooked a scrumptious meal. Stephanie thanks for all the work you did to bring this vlog to us, we appreciate you and all that you do.
All locked in for this pandemic, it’s difficult to find much to look forward to. I don’t know if you can fully appreciate how much your vlog has contributed to the morale of only the whole world. Long after this situation is over we will have you and the lovely people at Lalande to inspire us.
Thank you ALL for making this past year bearable. You sharing this beautiful chateau and your lives with us has truly been magical. I also think Selmar is right where he was meant to be. Sending each of you love & light from Austin Texas USA 🤠💜🦚
Am so happy selmar came when he did .it was ment to be i really hope he stays at the chateau because he loves and cares for her like you all do it brings tears to my eyes because i feel the love from all of you .please stick together because you are makeing the chateau live again .the church is so beautiful really am lost for words because its a magical chateau that brings the people she needs. stephenie has made all this happen with her dream and she believed happy Thanksgiving to you all and thank you for makeing all your veiwers happy i think we all feel part of the chateau and feel the love💖🙏💖👏👏👏👏👏xxxxx
What a loving and gorgeous celebration. There is a special spiritual meaning at LaLande that brings a joy to the world. Thank you for bringing that joy to me.♥️
No worries. Even We Americans don’t all have the same foods at Thanksgiving. We’re glad to share the Holiday. Today, I know I’m thankful for all of you!
Came here to say the same. Your food choices were just perfect. Thanksgiving is more about gathering with loved ones and being thankful, and not so much the menu. Well done, and happy Thanksgiving from Texas!
Selma what you shared about arriving to Lalande and how it all came about it was so touching. When I saw you first arrive in March this year I thought to my self wow what magical timing on his part and how blessed Stephanie and mommy are to have this person come in from who knows where to arrive at the right place at the right time. Selma you certainly where spiritual guided probably by Stephanie’s dad. It was at a very crucial time they would of been totally on their own. Like Stephanie said, “You started the renaissance of LaLande”. Nati A beautiful heartfelt thanksgivings speech I loved 🥰 the closing. I was surprised to hear that some of the landers never celebrate Thanksgiving; it is such a big feast in Canada and in the US it’s almost like Christmas without gifts. A time to give thanks for the harvest, what we have and to be reminded of all the great things sometimes we take for granted. I missed Michael this time I remember the great Thanksgiving table he and Stephanie set up for Thanksgiving it was out of this world, super special. Thanks Marie for holding Thanksgiving in your studio that was so sweet, so well organized & so natural loved it. Great job well done. You’re so organized Maria. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Canada 🍁 celebrates it in October the US celebration it in November. Miss not seeing Hanni. 🦃🦃🦃🦃🥰🥰🥰🌈💕🇨🇦
I am misty eyed, the beauty of Maries and Philips floral design and installation, Selmar's and Nati's beautiful words. Cats amazing cooking and her laughter. Stephanie you have created such beauty. St Cecilia is back and she's beautiful.I am praying to her that someday my life will be in a place that I may come to Lalande.
Thank YOU Stephanie and all the Lalanders who have kept us all sane during this time. Philip gathering the branches for magical Marie looks like an elf, while Kat cooked up a storm, Mandy stirred her muffins, Dan made poop piles, Steph Dauphinoise and meanwhile trying to record the transformation of the cool stable into a warm pretty bower for Thanksgiving dinner. All the speeches and replacing of St Cecilia in the Chapel were so sweet, It was very touching to watch. I, for one am THANKFUL to have found Lalande.
What a wonderful Thanksgiving at LaLande! Nati, the quote you read about “everything is a miracle” is one of my favorites. Another one is: “People are not grateful because they are happy, but happy because they are grateful.” And I am so grateful for everyone in the LaLande community, not only Stephanie and all the others who call this magical place home, but also all those from all over the world who take the time to write such thoughtful and kind comments. Thank all of you so much for making this world a brighter and more loving place🥰
Just going back to old vlogs randomly and its incredible the transformation of the chapel!! It's breathtaking. I wonder if Stephanie-marveling at the final window of St. Cecelia going back in-could ever imagine the vault and paint work being restored back then. This vlog is such a happy place for me. Such a joy to watch.
I just ADORE Kat!!! Such a character, would love to know where she is going to move on to in life's adventures, no doubt, to a very happy life full of fun, delicious cooking and humour! And I would recognise that enchanting voice in a million!
What a lovely Thanksgiving dinner. So much love went into it all. Bravo to team LaLande! Marie and Phillip created such a fairytale like atmosphere and Natie’ s speech was very moving. Selmar is there because he is meant to be there... he answered the Universe’s call and we shall see what happens next.
I could not agree more with the sentiments expressed in this vlog. Selmar in particular is an absolute treasure and what a difference he has made to LaLande! I think practicing the mind set of being thankful is so important - especially during these difficult times! Best wishes to all at La Lande! Welcome home St Cecilia.
Stephanie, after watching this vlog, I was so moved by the return of St Cecelia. I had to look up her life and legacy. What a story. Then....a babe is born into our family, a little girl. My nephew and his wife held off in naming her - and tonight I called to see what they had chosen - Cecelia! I was blown away - the first thing I said was - patron St of music and he he blown away I even knew who she was! Cecelia was born on her name day and they chose it because my nephew is a musician....such a beautiful circle of connection. xx
Renaissance is such a fitting word. It truly is the rebirth of this great building and it's people. There could be no better day than Thanksgiving to see the return of the beautiful stain glass window. I know Thanksgiving is traditionally an American holiday, but part of that tradition is to share our bounty with our friends and loved ones. It's only fair we share our holiday with the world as Stephanie and all the Lalanders have shared their lives and stories with us. I am thankful for the Chateau Diaries channel, all its patrons, friends, and the amazing people who showcase their lives on it for our pleasure and entertainment. May Laland and all who live there be blessed with many more years of life, love, and laughter.
And we are all thankful to you 💯👏 Stephanie 🤗isabel 🤗and Selmar 🤗who have helped us threw such scary and depressing times and continue to do so with all the amazing people who visit the chateau we love and appreciate every single one of you!!!!! 😍🤗
As an American, I know why we celebrate our Thanksgiving, but I really believe there should be a Thanksgiving Day celebrated around the world we could all participate in and celebrate the connection between all people of this beautiful world! Wonderful setting as usual for your celebration and the food look fabulous! Long live LaLande!!
Such a wonderful vlog, Stephanie! I think Henry has done a superb job of sending you such amazing people to help you with Lalande. I believe that 2020 is just the first year of many exciting years ahead for all of you. Lots of love and well wishes to each of you. Happy Thanksgiving!
I can’t imagine La Lande without Selmar. I am thankful for all of you keeping me entertained, happy, as and sane. St. Cecilia is wonderful to see. Perhaps one day when you can you will come to Grand Rapids where the people are Dutch and tall, (not me.) And ,sing in our Saint Cecilia music society.
I always love seeing how jolly the Postman is when arriving with packages. I come from a family of seven children so we always had a lot of post. My father taught us to always leave a card and a nice little gift ( or money ) and a thank you for the postman each Christmas. I still do it to this day and it really seems to tickle them pink. I hope you do the same at LaLande ... ;-) And, to echo the others ... SPECTACULAR dinner party - the decor, food and love are so inspiring! xoxo
Happy Blessed Thanksgiving🦃, to you all LaLander's!! I am so thankful🙏 to be able to watch each & every one of you!! You all have made these difficult months & times more manageable in living life. Yesterday, I had a difficult, sad day.....I lost one of my beloved pet 🐱, my sweet Toby honey boy. I have cried 😭& sobbed so much, that my eyes & face hurt. I certainly did not feel like celebrating or cooking for Thanksgiving. When I saw that you posted a video for today, I thought & prayed it would make me feel better. I certainly feel better now and it brought a smile to my face in cheering me up. Thank you, for that!! 😁 I just love❤ each & every one of you for sharing such beauty, love, and friendship with us all! May God Bless you!😊 Much love ❤& hugs, From Joy Carey-- Winder, Georgia U.S.A.🇺🇸
I used to check on your videos now and then, but having the videos three times a week has been such a blessing in these times. Thank you Stephanie for all your hard work. Also thanks to the people of LaLande that we get to see in the videos like Selmar and Phillip, Kat etc.... you are all awesome people who make the world a better place. Take Care and thank you so much.
Thank you so much. Because of you I remembered my grandmas Blue Willow plates and I am now driving all over Maryland picking up pieces and hope to have enough to use on Christmas Day.
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving Lalanders! Wishing everyone happiness, ☮️ and good health! Thank you Stephanie and Lalande team for all of your wonderfully joyous, entertaining and informative vlogs!
What a beautiful Thanksgiving at LaLande. I have enjoyed your vlogs since the very beginning. I appreciate every program, and give sincere, heartfelt thanks to you, Stephanie, your wonderful family and truly amazing friends who bring the treasures of LaLande to us and make our world a very special, creative, better and loving place. Thank you so, so much!!! 🙏🏻💗🏰⚜️❤️⚜️🏰💗🙏🏻
Thanksgiving! ... every culture and people understand and recognize the gift of being able to say, I am thankful, you and this matters. It is taking and valuing the gesture that is important and meaningful. All watching, Im sure, have had their personal moments of being thankful for all that Lalande and extended have shared and brought to us; it is etched in us. It may have been a catalyst for us to appreciate and savour the little gifts in our own lives and share that. I dont think we will know how far Lalande has reached. Thank you to all for letting us into your journey and lives, a precious gift that is so valued and appreciated. Thank you!
Kat to Selmar ”I can’t imagine the place without you.”
Everyone watching “Me either!” 😀
Selmar’s speech made me tear up! So glad he felt that urgency to hit the road 🖤
I remember that episode when Selmar arrived and started fixing things. He’s lalande’s special angel
@@beefrench3554 a phychic angel,
Me too.! A beautiful moment.
He certainly was being guided by the powers above! He was needed and that is why he was led to La lande. Like an angel being sent. Everyone there is, at the right place at the right time. But as Selmar came right when things were needed most and first, guess he is the very one needed to remain always, and be part of the family forever? We all pray this is true and it seems to be going in that direction.
The whole team is doing such a great job working together so well. Very talented.
Selmar is a beautiful soul. ❤️🧿🕺🕺🕺🏰🦚🐶
The animals love him. Diesel keeps a close eye though that he does not get too attached to any other one of the animals though I noticed.. lol
Selmar speech was so sweet, may he stay at Lalonde for a longtime.
Stephaines 2nd brother now I think lol
He's such a good person. So kind hearted and caring. A real gentleman.
@@highplainsdox it’s actually very refreshing, to know that chivalry isn’t dead.
Selmar is such a wonderful part of Lalande, I can't imagine the chateau without him. You are awesome!!!
The amazing things is he just showed up one day at the start of lockdown.
I just love him! His disco night the other day solidified this🙈
@@michellezevenaar yes this is true I started being an avid watcher at the start of that lockdown around April or may and he arrived! Love this group never want them to separate 😂
I think we all love Selmar. He is so talented and kind.
Thank you for sharing your celebration. For anyone who was alone this year , it would be heartwarming to watch. St Cecelia the patron of music , I know you know, is so fitting for your chapel.
Selmar is the example of living your life thinking everything is a miracle that Natalie spoke of.
Yes, he always has such a positive attitude and a ready laugh.
What a wonderful vlog, especially like Nati and Selmar talking about how they are thankful
😭 Tears of joy at the beautiful words especially between Stephanie and Selmar. You all might not have had the traditional Thanksgiving food (what is Gamin anyhow?:), but you have captured the spirit of Thanksgiving beautifully!! This year was hard for me; I couldn’t be with my family because of some of their health concerns and Covid, but was blessed to be included by my best friend and her family today to give thanks for all of our many blessings. One of the the things I’m truly grateful for this year has been Stephanie and everyone at LaLande for the love, laughter and joy you have shared. You truly have helped me make it through this year. God bless you all from Southern California, USA 🇺🇸 🇫🇷
Yes I loved Nati and Selmar talking about how they are thankful. I am a grandma from South Africa and love you all ❤️
@@Marykguise Gammon 😊. It is a pork/bacon joint. We also used to have it thickly sliced, fried in a pan with a thick slice of pineapple.
@@alliejones9864 Thank you so much Allie!! I hope you had a wonderful day of Thanks wherever you live and a very blessed Christmas!! 🎄💝
Dont ever loose Selmar, he is a treasure and have given so much of him self to this castle. It is almost like he has lived a life here in the past. Selmar, salute to you! Salite to all of you at La Lande. Happy Thanksgiving.
Yes, Selmar was truly meant to be there.
I like your thinking about having a past life there
We all love Selmar!
For me I think that when lockdown started Stephanie thought they would just about scrape through as a business as they lost all their paying guests. Actually I think that this really difficult and hard year of 2020 fir most of the world has probably strangely been the best year for the Chateau de Lalande. The people, the projects that have been completed and although we all missed Percy, having mummy for an extended stay was a blessing. The impact of Selmar, Dan and Marie has been tremendous. Such hard workers and so much talent! I think those of us involved via vlogs and patreon would like to join with everyone at the Chateau in giving thanks 😊
Yes, wonderful comment
Well said! 😊
Totally agree with you 🍁🌾💐🌾🍁💐🌾🍁💐🌾🍁💐
To Helen:
I loved your comment !!!
Chateaou Lalande and that beautiful family has been my company and reconciliation with life during these difficult times...
Dreaming of taking a plane to go to France every single hour...
Best regards from Redland-Miami on a beautiful shiny day of March.
Oh my goodness, when Selmar was talking about his experiences at Lalande this year, I started crying! 😭 Good things did happen this year, didn’t they? Not a lot, but enough to be thankful for.
Who needs HGTV when we can go to Chateau de la Lande every week ? Love to you all. Your celebrating thanksgiving?
Exactly!!
Remember when HGTV and the Cooking Channel were good?
You are so right this was so much fun, and entertaining.
@@mindakahn9964, yes I do remember when HGTV and the Cooking Channel and the DIY Channel were good. I miss those days.
I wouldn’t want to watch HGTVs 8 commercials in a row at every commercial break though
Yep! Agree! 🙌🏼
Selmar is such a nice person too! Him and Diesel
Marie if that room doesn’t get you wedding jobs, I don’t know what will. Stunning and magical.
I would like to thank you Stephanie and all of the lalanders for the new view on daily routines I now have. I make sure to use the nicest china, the best sheets or pajamas. Because it's the little things that create a fairy tale life. Me and my sister now have the Lalande style when making a table: the best cloth, napkins, plates and cutlery, and of course flowers. Thanks to Lalande I strive for beauty more and more, even during the isolation!
Stephanie doesn't always have the ''best'' as in most expensive or the finest, but that which she cherishes and what brings the sense of caring to the table. If you put loving care into your preparations, even chipped old plates of unknown pedigree will bring warmth and smiles to your gatherings. Remember things can be lost. Meaning is up to you.
@@gaslitworldf.melissab2897 ..
@@gaslitworldf.melissab2897 well that was exactly what I implied: the best I have at the moment. Not saving it for some special occasion in the distant future
What wonderful sentiments you have expressed. I totally agree 🙏🏻🙋♂️
So true . Absolutely no point in having beautiful nice things if we don’t use and enjoy them , it’s not like we’re gonna take them with us when we leave this world .
My favorite part is Selmar telling his memories of his journey to the Chateau. I remember it clearly, the motor home in the courtyard, March 27th. Selmar seemed an angle descending on Lalande (the 6th member of Quarantine Diaries). It was such a scary time with the world shutting down and so many unknowns. It's such a joy to be a part of the "Lockdown Renaissance" that began with his arrival. There are many things for Lalande to be thankful for this year, Stephanie and I love that you celebrate this holiday as it's about THANKFULNESS and never concern yourselves about what the menu will be as its just THANKFULNESS.
Selmar is lovely and meant to be there.i remember his van arriving and you and Mommy Wondering who had arrived!
Lovely words from Natalie.Goodnight Lalande.
Yes I remember Selmar arriving too. Little did they know the impact of his arrival would make on the Chateau and the people that live there. God bless all
I recently went back to find the episode where he showed up so unexpectedly, just for the pleasure of seeing everyone’s reactions again. 😊
@@sarahmattingly6971 which episode was that?
Me too.
@@dotell8925 ... Quarantine Diaries 4
I absolutely love everyone of you, past and present, at Lalande! Marie, the studio looked amazing, Natalie your speech was touching, Selmar we appreciate all you do and Kat, we love you.
Steve’s drawing for the Saint’s face translated perfectly!
Oh, the St Cecilia stained glass window is breathtaking!!😍
It's wonderful because it was Sainte Cécile's day on the 22th of November !!! What a perfect timing !
And she is the patron saint of music...
We Americans don’t all have turkeys, some ham or roast. What makes it thanksgiving is sitting around the table taking turns saying what we are thankful for. Eat whatever you like best.
We have Ribs, or Pernil and a Spanish rice with chicken and shrimp. It is any comfort food that you love.
Our Canadian Thanksgiving is traditionally turkey but ham is a favourite too! This was a wonderful episode and I am so thankful for the happiness you share with us all! Wilma in Nova Scotia Canada
@@ibosquez5238 totally disagree with you. Thanksgiving is an American and Canadian holiday celebration because of the history behind it, not a European one. Pelegrín didn’t settle in France and we didn’t have and still don’t have Native American in France. I love Stephanie’ s vlog but this is very bizarre and odd. This is an excuse to have a party and this is very inappropriate. She has no ties to The States, nor to Canada. Would American and Canadian celebrate Bastille Day on July 14th...I don’t think so. Even Michael Petherick questioned her last year about it (he didn’t understand it either). She gave him a very poor excuse for this bizarre idea. I am sorry but Thanksgiving isn’t just a party theme because someone wants a party. I didn’t like it last year and I am still not like it this year. No point discussing the matter because as Mummy said to her once, no point giving you my advise because you will ignore it anyway. By celebrating Thanksgiving in France, in a French Château with EUROPEAN volunteers, she is dismissing everything that Thanksgiving stand for and is about.
@@ibosquez5238 I don’t want to start a war either. Even in this bigger picture, NO EUROPEANS “Give thanks to Father God” in that manner or ever. It is purely an American and Canadian way to be thankful to God. I should know I am French who has lived in the UK, The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and the US for the past 20 years. Even the Italian who are very religious don’t “thank God” on that particular day of the year or in this manner. I would even say that there are no others countries than America and Canada that celebrate Thanksgiving. This is the first time that I see an European celebrating Thanksgiving. Very bizarre indeed and I am questioning her motives (ie: pleasing her American and Canadian patrons may be - some self promoting). Stephanie doesn’t celebrate La Chandeleur, which is a very French religious celebration. So very weird that she celebrates Thanksgiving. May be, because she doesn’t have a great number of French subscribers because her vlog is in English so she feels that there is no need to celebrate that day of La Chandeleur (it is the day that Jesus was presented to the temple in Jerusalem and the Christians celebrated the event by bringing candles to be blessed). This is why I am questioning her motives, in that case, why doesn’t she not celebrate the Son of God?
@@ibosquez5238 the "y'all" gave away that you are from Texas lol! Nowhere in the world says it more besides maybe Georgia lol!
Thankyou toStephanie and all the LaLanders for making the confinements bearable.
You are lucky to have such an interesting helper and friend as Selmar!
I am so thankful for La La Land, Stephanie, Mummy and everyone else in the Chateau Diaries for keeping me sane and giving me something to look forward to every week. You are all amazing 🥰💞🥰💞🥰💞
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The studio looked beautiful, the lights the foliage the table the, everything! Everything! It all looked beautiful.
Writing as a gardener, those poo piles looks like piles of gold to me! Your soil will be so happy to receive such a gift! I now have poo pile envy...
Me too. One year my neighbor gifted me a pile- I was estatic
Heartwarming vlog today. Selmar is more precious than gold. Nati is special too. Marie outdid herself. Blessings all.
Selmar is wonderful. He should remain a permanent fixture at Lalande! Lovely vlog. Happy Thanksgiving.
Awe.... Marie, isn’t she lovely??!!
Natti's little speech was lovely and touched my heart and Selmar's recounting his journey and his stay at Lalande was beautiful. Thank YOU!
Yes! Selmar has differently been a blessing. I remember him arriving and everyone including viewers were still all in shock for what was happening in the world! Not only one country selmar is a knight in a white horse😀
For the very first time I wished I was watching this on a larger screen.
Marie and Phillip out did them selves setting the stage.
You really need to set a special date for 'Lalande day'.😁🥳👍
Yes Nattie, every day is a miracle. What a beautiful, thankful gathering, ending with the chapel windows glowing in the darkness of the day. So inspiring.
A memorable installment of the Lalande Chronicles. It has struck me that these videos really are a chronicle, a record of events like those compiled by Saint Bede and his monastic colleagues.
Selmar is a Legend! Is there anything he cannot do?!
Thank you for the video!
The Thanksgiving meal was fabulous, and I was inspired by Natti's and Selmar's personal expressions of gratitude.
St Cecilia looks great
So sad I missed Selmar's speech 'live' what a lovely day, so happy to have shared a bit of my Thanksgiving with all the lovely La Landers :)
Stephanie and all her happy fellow Lalanders, new and old, have so lifted us all and made us make the wretchedness of 2020 a wondrous year in many ways. I can't thank all of you so much for not only lifting my spirits, but for allowing me to, through you , your chats and really RUclips in general, to find so many wonderful new friends on line.
There is something about all of us that truly feels like a small series if 'Villages' in the vast WORLD of RUclips. That we can pop in for a cuppa and a chat to see what one another is doing in their little bit of their 'virtual village' and all our little roads lead to joyous La Lande! Who could have thought that the dire straights of 2020 could have created such a wonderful New escape for all of us.
Happy Thanksgiving and Happy and joyous La Lande Magic to all of us!
God Bless us Everyone :)
beautifully said Donna and so true :)
Just as an aside. We do eat ham for thanksgiving. With cloves, honey and brown sugar glaze. In fact, personally, we generally don't even do turkey. =) Everyone can celebrate a day of friends, family, and gratitude! Also we do eat mashed potatoes, but also sometimes potatoes au gratin. The side dishes change and can be anything you like. There's never one way to eat a holiday meal! 🧡
I just want to say how moving the speeches were... I teared up when Natie spoke about health as my father has Leukemie and what with Covid, it has been very difficult. My father is grateful every day that he has that extra day to live life. Thank you Lalanders for your joy and celebration of life! Big hugs!
Lovely, thank you all for being such positive forces in this difficult time. x
Today I am celebrating with expats in Ecuador and they call it FriendsGiving. That’s perfect for Lalande
We are all thankful for you Stephanie also for Selmar,Nati, Marie, Cat and Dan who light up our lives.
And Philip who is always helping when Selma, Marie, Stephanie need assistance .
@Chris Peterson, We all miss Isabelle, but I think she is probably happier we’re it’s warm.
Don't forget the loverly Phillip!
This was a very touching episode that reminds us there is always a reason for thanksgiving.
Thank you Stephanie, Isabelle, Selmar, Marie, Nati,....and all the Lalanders either near or far... for the safe happy place to escape too after difficult days ...for sharing your life, love and laughter with all of us. I’m so grateful for all of you! Lots of love from Montreal Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Philip and Marie really did an outstanding job of making the table absolutely exquisite. It looked like something out of a woodland magical feast.
To Selmar! He was guided to come to La Lande, how beautiful.
Lovely words Natti.
Marie and Phillip did such a wonderful job decorating the space.
Cat cooked a scrumptious meal.
Stephanie thanks for all the work you did to bring this vlog to us, we appreciate you and all that you do.
To Selmar! To the Renaissance of Laland!
All locked in for this pandemic, it’s difficult to find much to look forward to. I don’t know if you can fully appreciate how much your vlog has contributed to the morale of only the whole world.
Long after this situation is over we will have you and the lovely people at Lalande to inspire us.
What a nice speech Nattie, you are such a sweet person they are lucky to have you.
Thank you ALL for making this past year bearable. You sharing this beautiful chateau and your lives with us has truly been magical. I also think Selmar is right where he was meant to be. Sending each of you love & light from Austin Texas USA 🤠💜🦚
Lovely Nattie 🥰
As an American, I’ve always believed that Thanksgiving is what you make of it. Cheers to you all for sharing your beautiful Thanksgiving with us.
I felt like I was sitting at that beautiful table with all those beautiful people.. These videos never stop amaze me.. I'm so thankful for them! ✨🙏💫💖
Am so happy selmar came when he did .it was ment to be i really hope he stays at the chateau because he loves and cares for her like you all do it brings tears to my eyes because i feel the love from all of you .please stick together because you are makeing the chateau live again .the church is so beautiful really am lost for words because its a magical chateau that brings the people she needs. stephenie has made all this happen with her dream and she believed happy Thanksgiving to you all and thank you for makeing all your veiwers happy i think we all feel part of the chateau and feel the love💖🙏💖👏👏👏👏👏xxxxx
What a loving and gorgeous celebration. There is a special spiritual meaning at LaLande that brings a joy to the world. Thank you for bringing that joy to me.♥️
I am thankful for being able to through these vlogs feel part of the life at the Chateau. Thank you
Likewise Linda! VERY SPECIAL.
Stephanie your voice is so beautiful and just mesmerising. You would great at voice overs, or reading books, movie caractatures.
I loved Nati’s speech. And watching everyone at LaLande brings such joy. ❤️
Yes, Nati’s words were very touching. 😊
No worries. Even We Americans don’t all have the same foods at Thanksgiving. We’re glad to share the Holiday. Today, I know I’m thankful for all of you!
Came here to say the same. Your food choices were just perfect. Thanksgiving is more about gathering with loved ones and being thankful, and not so much the menu. Well done, and happy Thanksgiving from Texas!
Same
Selma what you shared about arriving to Lalande and how it all came about it was so touching. When I saw you first arrive in March this year I thought to my self wow what magical timing on his part and how blessed Stephanie and mommy are to have this person come in from who knows where to arrive at the right place at the right time. Selma you certainly where spiritual guided probably by Stephanie’s dad. It was at a very crucial time they would of been totally on their own. Like Stephanie said, “You started the renaissance of LaLande”. Nati A beautiful heartfelt thanksgivings speech I loved 🥰 the closing. I was surprised to hear that some of the landers never celebrate Thanksgiving; it is such a big feast in Canada and in the US it’s almost like Christmas without gifts. A time to give thanks for the harvest, what we have and to be reminded of all the great things sometimes we take for granted. I missed Michael this time I remember the great Thanksgiving table he and Stephanie set up for Thanksgiving it was out of this world, super special. Thanks Marie for holding Thanksgiving in your studio that was so sweet, so well organized & so natural loved it. Great job well done. You’re so organized Maria. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Canada 🍁 celebrates it in October the US celebration it in November. Miss not seeing Hanni. 🦃🦃🦃🦃🥰🥰🥰🌈💕🇨🇦
I am misty eyed, the beauty of Maries and Philips floral design and installation, Selmar's and Nati's beautiful words. Cats amazing cooking and her laughter. Stephanie you have created such beauty. St Cecilia is back and she's beautiful.I am praying to her that someday my life will be in a place that I may come to Lalande.
Thumbs up before it’s up because it’s always that good 🥰
Thank YOU Stephanie and all the Lalanders who have kept us all sane during this time. Philip gathering the branches for magical Marie looks like an elf, while Kat cooked up a storm, Mandy stirred her muffins, Dan made poop piles, Steph Dauphinoise and meanwhile trying to record the transformation of the cool stable into a warm pretty bower for Thanksgiving dinner. All the speeches and replacing of St Cecilia in the Chapel were so sweet, It was very touching to watch. I, for one am THANKFUL to have found Lalande.
Saint Cecilia is back 🥰 how lovely.
What a wonderful Thanksgiving at LaLande! Nati, the quote you read about “everything is a miracle” is one of my favorites. Another one is: “People are not grateful because they are happy, but happy because they are grateful.” And I am so grateful for everyone in the LaLande community, not only Stephanie and all the others who call this magical place home, but also all those from all over the world who take the time to write such thoughtful and kind comments. Thank all of you so much for making this world a brighter and more loving place🥰
Just going back to old vlogs randomly and its incredible the transformation of the chapel!! It's breathtaking. I wonder if Stephanie-marveling at the final window of St. Cecelia going back in-could ever imagine the vault and paint work being restored back then. This vlog is such a happy place for me. Such a joy to watch.
Thank you for the dream of what could be, rather than what is.
Can totally relate "to going" as Selmar was describing...can't explain really. Happy day to all.
Me too. Have had this pulling in my life as well and yet you wonder why or question it, but cannot stop it. Not when it is meant to be.
Seeing Saint Cecelia replaced and looking magnificent was a Thanksgiving highlight.
Thank you Stephani, that was beautiful.
I just ADORE Kat!!! Such a character, would love to know where she is going to move on to in life's adventures, no doubt, to a very happy life full of fun, delicious cooking and humour! And I would recognise that enchanting voice in a million!
She’s Awesome!
She brings a special spice to the Castle.
Marie, dekorasjonene dine er helt eventyrlige! (Marie, your deco is amazing!)
What a lovely Thanksgiving dinner. So much love went into it all. Bravo to team LaLande! Marie and Phillip created such a fairytale like atmosphere and Natie’ s speech was very moving. Selmar is there because he is meant to be there... he answered the Universe’s call and we shall see what happens next.
I could not agree more with the sentiments expressed in this vlog. Selmar in particular is an absolute treasure and what a difference he has made to LaLande!
I think practicing the mind set of being thankful is so important - especially during these difficult times!
Best wishes to all at La Lande! Welcome home St Cecilia.
I am thankful for you Stephanie, and your marvelous blog! You have the most magical way of bringing the best out of people -and places!
Tissues out, a very moving evening from La Lande, thank you.
Stephanie, after watching this vlog, I was so moved by the return of St Cecelia. I had to look up her life and legacy. What a story. Then....a babe is born into our family, a little girl. My nephew and his wife held off in naming her - and tonight I called to see what they had chosen - Cecelia! I was blown away - the first thing I said was - patron St of music and he he blown away I even knew who she was! Cecelia was born on her name day and they chose it because my nephew is a musician....such a beautiful circle of connection. xx
Renaissance is such a fitting word. It truly is the rebirth of this great building and it's people. There could be no better day than Thanksgiving to see the return of the beautiful stain glass window. I know Thanksgiving is traditionally an American holiday, but part of that tradition is to share our bounty with our friends and loved ones. It's only fair we share our holiday with the world as Stephanie and all the Lalanders have shared their lives and stories with us. I am thankful for the Chateau Diaries channel, all its patrons, friends, and the amazing people who showcase their lives on it for our pleasure and entertainment. May Laland and all who live there be blessed with many more years of life, love, and laughter.
Marie and Philip created a superb dinner setting in the floral studio.
Poo piles are a Gardeners Diamonds. P.s. run warm water over the maple syrup cap for a while to open it.
On this Thanksgiving day, thank u for lol the love and laughter. St, Cecelia is lovely
And we are all thankful to you 💯👏 Stephanie 🤗isabel 🤗and Selmar 🤗who have helped us threw such scary and depressing times and continue to do so with all the amazing people who visit the chateau we love and appreciate every single one of you!!!!! 😍🤗
That was a wonderful scene in the stables. Loved the table, the decorations, the speeches. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.
As an American, I know why we celebrate our Thanksgiving, but I really believe there should be a Thanksgiving Day celebrated around the world we could all participate in and celebrate the connection between all people of this beautiful world! Wonderful setting as usual for your celebration and the food look fabulous! Long live LaLande!!
Such a wonderful vlog, Stephanie! I think Henry has done a superb job of sending you such amazing people to help you with Lalande. I believe that 2020 is just the first year of many exciting years ahead for all of you. Lots of love and well wishes to each of you. Happy Thanksgiving!
I can’t imagine La Lande without Selmar. I am thankful for all of you keeping me entertained, happy, as and sane.
St. Cecilia is wonderful to see.
Perhaps one day when you can you will come to Grand Rapids where the people are Dutch and tall, (not me.) And ,sing in our Saint Cecilia music society.
We are THANKFUL we have you in our lives, from around the world, near and far.
I always love seeing how jolly the Postman is when arriving with packages. I come from a family of seven children so we always had a lot of post. My father taught us to always leave a card and a nice little gift ( or money ) and a thank you for the postman each Christmas. I still do it to this day and it really seems to tickle them pink. I hope you do the same at LaLande ... ;-) And, to echo the others ... SPECTACULAR dinner party - the decor, food and love are so inspiring! xoxo
Selmar is so Sweet!!! Hugs Selmar.
Happy Blessed Thanksgiving🦃, to you all LaLander's!! I am so thankful🙏 to be able to watch each & every one of you!! You all have made these difficult months & times more manageable in living life. Yesterday, I had a difficult, sad day.....I lost one of my beloved pet 🐱, my sweet Toby honey boy. I have cried 😭& sobbed so much, that my eyes & face hurt. I certainly did not feel like celebrating or cooking for Thanksgiving. When I saw that you posted a video for today, I thought & prayed it would make me feel better. I certainly feel better now and it brought a smile to my face in cheering me up. Thank you, for that!! 😁
I just love❤ each & every one of you for sharing such beauty, love, and friendship with us all!
May God Bless you!😊
Much love ❤& hugs,
From Joy Carey-- Winder, Georgia U.S.A.🇺🇸
I used to check on your videos now and then, but having the videos three times a week has been such a blessing in these times. Thank you Stephanie for all your hard work. Also thanks to the people of LaLande that we get to see in the videos like Selmar and Phillip, Kat etc.... you are all awesome people who make the world a better place. Take Care and thank you so much.
One of the finest Chateau Diaries to date ! Happy Thanksgiving everyone !
This is hands down the best channel on RUclips. Who is visiting this magical place come hell or high water when the world opens up again? 🙋🏻♀️
Beautiful place with beautiful people!
I’m just getting back into watching the Chateau Diaries, Stephanie. Well done, on another video 😊
Thank you so much. Because of you I remembered my grandmas Blue Willow plates and I am now driving all over Maryland picking up pieces and hope to have enough to use on Christmas Day.
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving Lalanders! Wishing everyone happiness, ☮️ and good health! Thank you Stephanie and Lalande team for all of your wonderfully joyous, entertaining and informative vlogs!
Marie is super talented and much like me she likes things organized and neat when she works... I love her floral and food creations so artistic...
What a beautiful Thanksgiving at LaLande. I have enjoyed your vlogs since the very beginning. I appreciate every program, and give sincere, heartfelt thanks to you, Stephanie, your wonderful family and truly amazing friends who bring the treasures of LaLande to us and make our world a very special, creative, better and loving place. Thank you so, so much!!!
🙏🏻💗🏰⚜️❤️⚜️🏰💗🙏🏻
Nati’s speech especially the last quote is a quote worth remembering 🥺💖 and Selmar’s speech 🥺💖 right people in the right time and place.
Thanksgiving! ... every culture and people understand and recognize the gift of being able to say, I am thankful, you and this matters. It is taking and valuing the gesture that is important and meaningful. All watching, Im sure, have had their personal moments of being thankful for all that Lalande and extended have shared and brought to us; it is etched in us. It may have been a catalyst for us to appreciate and savour the little gifts in our own lives and share that. I dont think we will know how far Lalande has reached. Thank you to all for letting us into your journey and lives, a precious gift that is so valued and appreciated. Thank you!