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  • Опубликовано: 6 ноя 2024

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  • @Arcanesse
    @Arcanesse 11 месяцев назад +1

    .I love my country, but you make me love it even more. THANKS

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  11 месяцев назад

      Oh how wonderful to read, thank you!

  • @reillybb1
    @reillybb1 Год назад +6

    So happy you are back in France, we missed you.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +3

      Oh thanks Kate, hoping to get back uploading regularly now!

  • @Michael_Sheldon
    @Michael_Sheldon Год назад +7

    It’s lovely to have you back with us, and thank you for creating a bit of space in my day to breathe and revel. You’re building a very special life for yourselves in Charente. Aren’t we lucky to visit you, if ever so briefly. Kitty in the gloaming is a bit of wonderful. 😘

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks for your lovely comment Micheal. So glad you're enjoying the videos.

  • @Shmule
    @Shmule Год назад +8

    Don’t be gone so long. We need the France injection of beauty

  • @bubskar
    @bubskar 2 месяца назад

    I think Robert your talents knows no bounds

  • @phyllisburrell8661
    @phyllisburrell8661 Год назад +1

    Ohh guys, I forgot to give you a gardening tip !
    Next time you want to dig a hole easily, in advance,
    generously wet the spot in which you're going to be
    digging. It's sooo much easier to dig into saturated
    dirt, than when it's rock hard. Now you tell us : )

  • @jimmyconnolly3461
    @jimmyconnolly3461 Год назад +4

    Good to have you back. ❤️🥂

  • @desireeismail3092
    @desireeismail3092 Год назад +2

    So happy to see you all. Looking forward to new videos.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      Thanks Desiree, and thanks also for following on instagram.

  • @ouririshcountrylife591
    @ouririshcountrylife591 Год назад +3

    Great to see you back, Brilliant video, Love from Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @figencebe9287
    @figencebe9287 Год назад +1

    Nice to see you … welcome back Robert & Jyrki & Kitty 🌷

  • @rodolfogarcia4359
    @rodolfogarcia4359 Год назад +5

    Wonderful to see y'all back. Jyrki looks like he's getting a little be of a tan from all the outdoor gardening and weeding. Enjoy yourselves.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      Thanks so much Rodolfo. Hoping to improve our tan in the coming weeks!

  • @LimousinLife
    @LimousinLife Год назад +3

    Hi Jyrki and Robert, so good to see your update.
    Beautiful, mesmerising and engaging. Your picture of French rural living is absolutely wonderful.
    I hope you didnt buy that hat Robert, it was a bit dodgy, but the linen looked Beautiful.
    Hopefully we'll see you both again very soon.
    Gary

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +3

      Thanks Gary. So glad you're enjoying the videos. Didn't buy the hat you'll be happy to hear haha! Will try get another video out at the weekend.

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau9452
    @patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Год назад +1

    Welcome back guys. Enjoy your summer 🥰💕🥰

  • @charisoutofTexas
    @charisoutofTexas Год назад

    It’s nice to see you again. It was lovely meeting your mom and Camilla.

  • @jbart5260
    @jbart5260 Год назад +1

    So great to see your Vlogs again! Can't wait to see what your Summer brings.

  • @charmees6637
    @charmees6637 Год назад

    Magical surroundings in France love it ❤

  • @chateaudelannoy
    @chateaudelannoy Год назад +1

    hi guys , that is a long trip , but i think for the dog it is less stressing the on a plane 🙂 lol , just enjoy the bakery things , you will work it of with renovation works 😄 love the hat 😆 action shops got these strong rubble bags . enjoy your stay guys . Yves

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Thank you so much for the lovely comment. Hope all well in your chateau.

  • @williamfahey6066
    @williamfahey6066 6 месяцев назад

    What great video. The area you were walking in is very beautiful.
    Kitty is a sweetie ❤
    Jeff

  • @libertyblueskyes2564
    @libertyblueskyes2564 Год назад +1

    Such beauty in every moment even to the hand bag trash hauling with hornet seige! Ah, a life uncluttered by duties, enchanted by sun and breeze, visitors so amiable. Thank you for the small blessings that make a beautiful life.

    • @phyllisburrell8661
      @phyllisburrell8661 Год назад +1

      Poetry in your words. Very nice description Liberty.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thank you for the lovely words, we are very blessed.

  • @paivitiitta1884
    @paivitiitta1884 Год назад +2

    Elderflower is called mustaselja in finnish , I've never heard of it in the years I lived in Finland but all english people know it and swear by it . I believe it's like this "sima" we make in spring time in Finland . My dream is to travel France and especially the countryside !

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      We both love sima, it's great. Hope you get to travel soon to France also.

  • @torrerobb2238
    @torrerobb2238 Год назад +3

    Good to see you guys back looks like you are settling into a nice gentle routine...
    Take care and have a great time
    Robb Torremolinos Spain x

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks Robb. Greetings to you there in Spain!

  • @lucillecooper3600
    @lucillecooper3600 Год назад +2

    Wonderful to see you again!

  • @y.lelivelt2619
    @y.lelivelt2619 Год назад +1

    Hi there. Its my first time to see this channel,so I just say hello to you two.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Hello and thank you so much for watching. Glad to have you with us!

  • @EricOnYouTube
    @EricOnYouTube Год назад +2

    Glad you are back. Looking forward to more videos. :)

  • @doned8913
    @doned8913 Год назад +2

    Just discovered your RUclips channel today and we are enjoying your house renovation adventures. Binge watched all your videos today and we look forward to following the renovations as they progress. Bonne chance!
    Don & Ed

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      Thanks lads so much. Glad you are enjoying the videos.

  • @mariaetheridge8343
    @mariaetheridge8343 Год назад +2

    So good to see you back! I did wonder about your garden... yes, weeds grow abundantly in the Mediterranean climate. I live in Cyprus and can testify to that! And such energy you have! Wonderful.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks Maria. Greetings to you in Cyprus. Yes weeds are certainly happy in the heat here too!

  • @deanviewofachateaumybandbi7899
    @deanviewofachateaumybandbi7899 Год назад +1

    Lovely . Welcome back.

  • @torxsal7008
    @torxsal7008 Год назад +1

    Happy to see you here again - Nice video :-)

  • @denniscampeau6577
    @denniscampeau6577 Год назад +1

    Stunning! Enjoy!

  • @neilschipper3741
    @neilschipper3741 Год назад +2

    Wow... so nice to get a update video from you guys. Hope you guys enjoy your time in France at your home along with all the adventures y'all share. Those memories will last a lifetime and give you a great piece when you guys are over and reminiscing.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      Thanks so much Neil. We feel lucky here creating lovely memories with family and friends.

  • @angelakilroe3271
    @angelakilroe3271 Год назад +4

    Glad you’re both back and I look forward to lots more videos. Isn’t it amazing that no matter how poor the soil is, weeds can thrive extremely well?

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +2

      Thanks Angela. Yes the weeds are certainly persistent!

  • @ritauitgent
    @ritauitgent Год назад +2

    Happy to see you both back in France! Profitez bien de vos vacances en Charente!😍

  • @adelinefinlay1582
    @adelinefinlay1582 Год назад

    Lovely to see you back…unfortunately no elderflowers here in Fuerteventura……. my daughter makes me elderflower spritzers when I’m back in Ireland while they down the champagne!

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Oh sounds lovely. We just got the tail end of the elderflowers this year when we arrived.

  • @lmk1966
    @lmk1966 Год назад

    U guys r Sooooooo lucky will be watching yr videos

  • @lawrencebaker2318
    @lawrencebaker2318 Год назад +1

    I am so happy you are back in France! 30C already! You may have a long hot summer! We are dry in Kansas City, USA, did get a little rain and it is cooler for a few days, but am afraid we are in for a hot dry summer also.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks Lawrence. Im sure it will be warm with you too there for sure.

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 Год назад +2

    This was a peaceful lovely vlog, even with the Asian hornet! We had them here in BC, Canada, also.
    The elderberry tea is a good recipe.
    Weeds are a challenge, but home remedies do work in a spray.
    I love that shop with the hat, very cute.
    Enjoy the summer guys. I am in healing mode from recent surgery, not planned, and I have constant pain, but this was a nice escape.
    Cheers❤

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks Peter. Hope you recover soon and the pain doesn't last long. Glad you're able to escape a little in our videos. All the best from us.

  • @albertpeckham8708
    @albertpeckham8708 Год назад +1

    One thing we can always count on are the weeds!

  • @nativetexson
    @nativetexson Год назад +1

    Welcome back guys. Bienvenue le gars- 🥃

  • @jameswilliamson6665
    @jameswilliamson6665 Год назад

    Beautiful video. So peaceful and simple and relaxing, despite all the work you put into it. 😊 from Sag Harbor USA

  • @eamonnohalloran2254
    @eamonnohalloran2254 Год назад +1

    Jyrki is aquiring an Irish accent in his way of speaking. Thats cool. Enjoy your Summer. Cool cloudy days here in California which is great for the garden. Happy Days

    • @phyllisburrell8661
      @phyllisburrell8661 Год назад

      San Diego too. : )

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Delighted to hear that about Jyrki´s accent. Lots of greetings to you in California!!

  • @j.c4007
    @j.c4007 Год назад +1

    Bonsoir, vous voilà revenus pour les beaux jours, et avec eux les festivals !!
    Pour la musique , vous avez prochainement le festival de Saintes, pas trop loin d'Angoulême.
    A Confolens : festival de danses traditionnelles de nombreux pays.
    Etc, etc.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Oh merci beaucoup. Nous voulons visiter les fetes musiques durant léte!

  • @elisabetharzberger2456
    @elisabetharzberger2456 Год назад +1

    bienvenue à la maison😊

  • @M15Guys
    @M15Guys Год назад

    We hope to move to the area in the next 4 years .... your video's are very informative for us x

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Oh how exciting. Glad we can provide a little insight into the area!

  • @bobolpatrick3789
    @bobolpatrick3789 Год назад +2

    Bonjour je suis ravi de vous revoir, j'espère que vous ferez plus de vlogs ces prochains jours à bientôt

  • @jimmyconnolly3461
    @jimmyconnolly3461 Год назад +1

    Just beautiful as always. I am hoping you find a way to live and work from Charente. With both your talents, I’m sure you can make it work. Sláinte and santé ❤️🥂

  • @heathermcrobert9779
    @heathermcrobert9779 Год назад

    Just do a bit every day, but make sure you get some done every day. I am in love with Kitty. I am excited to see what you get up to. A good thing would be to spray the entire attic and leave it for a day. That should kill all the bugs. Eventually you might want to dig up the garden completely and start from fresh (getting a delivery of soil). You will get there and it will be beautiful I am sure. Best. ps: it might be time to offer buy me a coffee.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Thanks for your lovely comment Heather. Since we are not here full time we probably will try to keep a more dry style desert garden just for the practicality of maintenance, and we won't add too much more into it for now, although how we would love it if were easier to dig!

  • @phyllisburrell8661
    @phyllisburrell8661 Год назад +1

    I guess it was a very difficult choice on the selection of hats : ) You both have kind faces, and any one of the hats would be fantastic for you : ) sincerely from San Diego California

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Aw thanks Phyllis, hope you're keeping well in San Diego!

    • @CM-dx9yn
      @CM-dx9yn Год назад +1

      Okay gee whizzz guyzzzzz try MORE of those hats on wud’gha?

  • @trusting3lind946
    @trusting3lind946 Год назад

    Continuez les garçons ! Les vidéos sont superbes . Avez vous acheté un chapeau vintage ? Ahah :)

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад

      Merci beaucoup. Nous avons pas achèter un chapeau, un peu chaud pour les temps maintenant. haha

  • @florencecampana1515
    @florencecampana1515 Год назад +1

    Bonsoir, it is a big chance, as right now in France it's so warm. Enjoy your summer break in Charente. But don't forget to let me know if you're planning to perform 😉 🙂

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Thanks Florence. Will let you know of any performing I have coming up!

  • @judiklettenmeijer854
    @judiklettenmeijer854 Год назад +1

    Before planting, soak the plants in a bucketfull of water.
    That gives them a necessary boost to survive the shock of beling replanted.

  • @reillybb1
    @reillybb1 Год назад +1

    You must enjoy the baked goods for the first few weeks and then slow down. Yummy!

  • @charleswalker1185
    @charleswalker1185 Год назад +1

    Put ice in your hat, or in a plastic bag in your hat..it works!!

  • @LaReynedEpee
    @LaReynedEpee Год назад +1

    Kitty needs a doggy parasol, but would she stay under it? 😊

  • @goeast12
    @goeast12 Год назад

    Gay guy “disheveled” is straight guy “I’m looking pretty damn good today”.

  • @angelavan478
    @angelavan478 Год назад +1

    Guys, you should really blur-out your license plates & building #.

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      Oh good idea, thankfully it's a rental car so safe enough with that one.

  • @Shmule
    @Shmule Год назад

    Gentlemen do you have any art for sale

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      No art at the moment, but will try and get the shop up and running soon. Anything in particular you are searching?

    • @Shmule
      @Shmule Год назад +1

      @@charenteliving love Parisian art & old world scenes.

  • @johnbourke2778
    @johnbourke2778 Год назад +1

    That soil is dreadful to try and get anything to grow properly

    • @charenteliving
      @charenteliving  Год назад +1

      It is very stoney alright. Of course we have laid the calcaire on top but digging down is very poor, so we have been careful what to select when planting. Not being here all year round, we will keep it minimal.