Oh. Dear. Lord. Laine and Kevin, your entire lives were leading up to this moment. I will NEVER forget Louise on fire, and the aftermath. THIS is the project of a lifetime! You are SO BLESSED. Do us proud.
Omg!!! I thought I was done ugly crying after the footage of Mrs. Ethel-what a joy it was to hear her voice…but that ending! Dear Lord. I am bawling. THANK YOU for dealing with this loss so tenderly, for honoring her so well in this video, and for honoring her family. Like I’ve been telling you, there’s no one I trust more than y’all. Can’t wait to see what lies ahead! ❤❤❤
Laine and Kevin, I'm moved by the reverence and respect that you'll bring to the restoration of Hope Farm. It was lovely of Ruth to appear in your video and not only endorse but express the family's gratitude that Hope Farm won't be lost to future generations. Looking at the loss, especially that of Miss Ethel is tragic, but I'm sure she'll appreciate and approve you bringing the beauty and magic back to this wonderful property. She's in tough shape now, but the bones are there to bring her back to being one of the crown jewels in Natchez. Thank you, Laine and Kevin. And thanks to Miss Ruth for her welcome to the Restoration Nation.
Oh Man! This is gonna be AMAZING!!! Step by step we'll watch Hope return to her former glory! Kevin said 'It's gonna take a long time.' That's fine! I watched a channel for 3yrs while he renovated an abandoned mansion! And now he just bought a 300 acre resort w/30 burnt out buildings. I live for this stuff. I think a lot of people do. It's like a favorite TV show or book. We're here, committed & will support you guys the whole way!! So proud of you both! You're an inspiration to so many!! 💞💞
@@tcd246 (my previous comment disappeared so sorry if this showed twice.) 'Off The Ranch'. It'll be under 'Abandoned Mansion Renovation'. Also 'The Pethericks' they renovate abandoned chateau/monasteries in France.
If there's anyone with enough experience and heart to take on this journey, it's you two! I'm excited to see this come together ❤️ Miss Ethel is smiling down from heaven.
Oh how magnificent she is. HOPE is the most appropriate name for her. She will rise again! I'm in tears at how much love this project will continue to foster in all who are touched by her and her story and her beautiful stewards, Laine and Kevin. You got this! We got YOU! Let the restoration journey begin! 💕❤💕❤💕❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Will you have a team of restoration contractors to help you clean the structure before you step in and do your restorative magic? Bless you two because this brings the tears as I watch what an overwhelming project you are taking on. 💔
I have a good architect friend who specialises in restoring very old properties in the UK. He once told me you can restore, rebuild, recreate any building, if you truly wish it to happen. You just need to move past being overwhelmed as to where to start. He just follows the process. So enormously supportive of you doing this.
Natchez is one of my favorite places to visit. I’m born and raised in the South and always dreamed of moving to Natchez in my retirement. My heart is that of a true Southerner who loves Civil War and Revolutionary War history. I have a huge library of Southern History. This story touches me deeply for many reasons. The other reason is my middle name is Hope. Thank you both for honoring Ethel and her family and our Southern heritage. I hope to return soon to see your work of art! My husband also had black hair and beautiful blue eyes and died at age 50 of a heart issue. So this story was so touching because he and I agreed this was our favorite place to visit. RIP “Miss Apple”.
Tears fell immediately. I remember finding you that fateful day in 2020 after someone shared Louise's devastation. I cried along with you and simultaneously fell in love with you. You both are so strong, and your determination is contagious. I am excited for you and can't wait to watch the rebirth of your phoenix, Hope! ❤
I am in tears watching this. This video is so well done. I am sure she is watching down from heaven and is very pleased that this is going to happen. God bless.
I couldn’t help but think that the way some see Hope Farm as beyond saving is the way I saw myself before I began my walk with Christ. Thank goodness that His specialty is bringing beauty out of ashes! Although you’d never compare yourselves to God, you have a gift to see the beauty and potential in the ruin, and you have the love and the drive to bring it forth! What you are doing, in my opinion, is sacred work. These historical homes have meaning and purpose- and only those who share that love for them will understand why it’s worth it! Cannot WAIT to watch this process and see the beautiful results. Blessings to you for your journey! 🥰
Wow!!! So much damage. The simple name of this place warmed my heart. I know y’all are dog ppl. I have a special needs Corgi named Hope. I’m so sorry that Ethel lost her life in this fire. But if anyone can restore her to its glory, I know y’all can do it!
Hearing Ruth say how grateful she is to see what you’ll do with Hope was everything!! I can just see Miss Ethel looking down with anticipation of seeing her home restored ❤ You’ll make amazing stewards of this property.
I have never, with all the renovation and restoration vlogs I follow, been so anxiously excited to see a wonderful old home come back to life! I choked up watching your intro to this old beauty, and her story. I simply can not wait!!
Oh my gosh, where do you even start. What a lovely, handsome couple they were and she was so gracious, a real southern lady. I will be glued to your videos. Bless you Kevin and Laine, you are rock stars in the restoration business.❤
Wow. What a fascinating story and I look forward to accompanying you on this journey. I never realized that “Louise” is you opening shot. Only you two could see hope where everyone else sees disaster. I live on a small Texas ranch my husband bought in 1983. It has a home on it ,built in 1928. I’ve always loved that house but my husband’s job kept us living all over the world and unable to maintain it. It is falling to pieces and my husband has decided to demo it. It makes me sad but here in Central Texas we can’t find anyone to add an addition onto our new house, we would never find someone to help us restore the old house. Good luck and God Bless.
When one door closes, another one opens. I'm so sorry for your loss 3 years ago. This opportunity is amazing for you both. Congratulations, and in the purchase process, you met a wonderful family. A family who has lost a loved one. Two different losses and the experience have brought y'all together. ❤❤❤❤
The footage of Louise 😭 hearing about and from miss Ethel 😭 and that ending message from Ruth 😭 if anyone can restore Hope, it's you two. I look forward to watching this journey unfold. This is definitely a full circle moment.
Kevin, you walked in and said "this feels like our forever home"? Whaat?? Only you two could see the vision. I thought I was done crying midway through the video and then Ms. Ruth came on and the tears started flowing again. What a thoughtful and compassionate introduction. I'm sure this labor of love will take years and I'm right with you along for the ride. Makes me want to move to Natchez even more. Look forward to all the future videos.
One of the saddest stories I've heard. You will honor Miss Ethel by restoring Hope and giving new Life, as we know Miss Ethel has started her journey of new life in Heaven. I will be watching through the tears in my eyes.
It looks like historic Natchez has got her hooks into you two, in the best way possible. What an emotional video! It does seem like fate that you have the chance to bring a historic house back from the ashes. Poor Miss Ethel! Oh my, how terribly sad. Thank you for sharing the footage of her personal history, so we can understand what she was like. I'm sure you will find the perfect ways to ensure her memory lives on. The blessing of her children is worth so much. You two have built something wonderful with the 'Nation', and it will be so exciting to see the stories and bits of history you find as you go through the process with this amazing place. Remembering Louise today.
To see a historic property in this state is really heart-crushing. We believe you can do it! We can't wait until the day that this house will be back in its former glory!💖
Hope Farm! What a lovely, fascinating, enchanting, historic place....and those gardens; awesome! Laine & Kevin, this is definitely a GOD send beyond the shadow of any doubt! You can feel it. This is supposed to happen. Hope Farm is supposed to be passed to you to save, restore, renew, reinvigorate, and reside in. Here's a relevant prayer: Lord, I maintain my hope in You, and I hold onto the assurance that what I am praying for is already accomplished in the name of Jesus. Your Word promises “no good thing does He withhold from those that walk uprightly” (Psalm 84:11). Thank you both for all that you do so magnificently all the time and for paying homage to Mrs. Ethel Banta and sharing that wonderful interview of her and the heartfelt segment from her daughter, a definite tearjerker. Y'all are the epitome of hope, loving kindness and compassion all the time, and believe me, it is beautiful to see and so very much appreciated by everyone! Laine, you have social anxiety? Get out of here!
Crying at the footage of beautiful Louise and remembering that day, feeling your loss so deeply. Crying at the thought of all that was lost at Hope Farm- the history, the belongings and the amazing Ms Ethel- and celebrating with you as you look to Restore Hope. How amazing that some original features can be saved. Thank you to the family for trusting you with her future and thank you for bringing us along!
I'm sitting here, weeping. It's going to be GRAND, and you're going to honor beautifully the history and people who've loved this home before you. I feel honored to even be able to watch the process.
I’m so excited for y’all! Louise was beyond heartbreaking so this definitely is a full circle moment. This house doesn’t know how lucky it is to have landed in your hands ❤
This brought tears to my eyes. From the story of Ethel Grandma "Apple", to the story of loss of her father in law (my father who was born in 1936 died during his third open heart surgery when he was 46). Most people travel around without a thought about how old structures root our communities and our collective histories. There was a log lodge called The Silvertip Lodge where I grew up. It bordered Yosemite National Park. It burned to the ground. It was the first place my father ever worked (his family homesteaded land inside of Yosemite borders). It was an amazing structure. It is hard to describe the sheer scale of this log building. The ceiling was a mass of interconnected logs of differing sizes that created this lattice system. It was about three stories tall inside. I remember looking up at the ceiling and marveling at it when I was really little. It burned down and that broke my heart because my dad had died not too long before it was destroyed. It was suspected arson. The owners were losing a lot of money on the property and couldn't sell it
Louise broke my heart. I was so sad. If anyone's gonna bring back that grand old girl, it's ya'll ❤ i love ya'll for every home you save. Just looking at Hope made me teary-eyed. I have way too much love invested into homes I'll never actually see in person who aren't mine 😂 I can't wait to follow this journey. ❤
This is definitely a monumental project but I agree if anyone can do it you two can. It's a wonderful tribute to two great ladies. Thank you for doing it. I be there for every minute you share.
I am so excited that the family wanted to honor their mother by allowing this piece of our history to be restored. You two have your plate full with this restoration but it is such a worthy cause. Thank you for deciding to take on this immense job, I know you will make it beautiful and Hope Farm again has HOPE. Thanks.
Thank you for your dedication to history, for your work ethics and am just 🙏🏻for you, your health and well being while you restore this lovely home. This is especially close to my heart as my 70+ year old childhood home recently burned completely. Fortunately no one was hurt, except our hearts at the loss of the physical property, but we have the memories. Thank you. I will be following with great interest.
Oh my goodness! I have been watching you since shortly before the other home burned down. I felt the disappointment and pain of that loss. I am thrilled for both of you and this wonderful project. I look forward to being able to watch this new adventure. Bless you both and my best wishes to you in the complete restoration of this beautiful home!!!! Restoring HOPE!!!
Wow. Wow. Wow. Shared! Crying…you two are the ones that will bring it back for you and most important for the family who lost their mamma! God bless you Laine and Kevin, full circle from. Louise!!!! Shocking how full circle you have come!! A fitting tribute to Louise at the same time restoring HOPE ! 🙌🙌🙌🙌😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️
Same here! Started tearing up immediately knowing that I would have to see the demise of Louise again. I'll never forget the moment I saw what was happening to her on the computer. All I saw was a black plume of smoke on the picture/video and panicked. Just like everyone else. No, it couldn't be Louise! NO NO NO NO!!!!. It physically hurt. My heart broke for Kevin and Laine.
Words cannot say how incredible this is, the fact that you not only get to save a home so rich in history but to continue the legacy of not only Ethel but of yours and being able to save a fire damaged home. I am so excited for this project and cannot wait to watch every single video that comes from it and to tour it someday when it has been restored to that incredible grandeur. Truly thank you for sharing these moments with us as they provide so much knowledge but also motivation that the work is always worth the effort.
Ive experienced a house fire and its so devastating, not only the destruction it leaves behind but the smell. I love your passion and tenacity for restoration. It takes a great deal of courage and spunk to take on a project like this on. Laine and Kevin you got this and have hundreds of thousands of people cheering you on. You are good people and do good work and are leaving an amazing legacy.
Wish I could come down and help carry buckets of debris away from the house. Set up screen boxes and pour in buckets of blackened stuff to catch anything that otherwise will be lost to the dump. Much sympathy for the owner's family and the Natchez community....e
You both have an enormous project ahead of you! This will be your finest work ever. ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you both for your energy, vision and love to Our Restoration Nation. Restoring Hope will be so exciting to watch its redevelopment back to life. I am in awe of your devotion to historic buildings and I thank you ever so much for it! God bless you both❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Ms. Ruth, they will give it the love, care, and elbow grease it needs. This is so exciting and we will all keep special memories of your loving mother. Bless you all.
❤❤❤❤❤All I can think of to say is GOD BLESS you two! Your expertise, knowledge, passion and wisdom will make this come to bear such beautiful fruit. I'm super excited to see how this goes. BLESS YOU two!❤❤❤❤❤
Interesting the name of the Farm is Hope. Hope Springeth Eternal in the Bosom of Mankind. Hope is a virtue and goes with Faith and Love. Its definitely quite an undertaking. Good Luck! ☘
Oh my, what a story and legacy behind this beautiful home. There would of been no one else more worthy and prepared to restore this home with love , than you, Laine and Kevin. For in your hands the memories of the past will be restored as much as possible. Mrs. Ethel of bless-ed memory would be so pleased to have you there, putting everything back together with such passion. May everything fall into place for you in every way. We can't wait to see this restoration with you ❤❤
To steal a "southernism" Bless your hearts and Miss Banta's too. Literally a match made in heaven. Thank you for introducing us to historic Natchez. Because of you two we have added Natchez to an October trip. We are here for Hope!! Thank you also Banta Family for loving history and architecture! Hope to see Louise`s front door find a new home!
Happy anniversary!🥂 How lovely to bring this to us today. I HOPE your day is lovely. I am saddened by Miss Ethel’s death but I can’t think of anyone else better able to become stewards of Hope Farms than you two. I am excited for the journey ahead and I HOPE you know we are here to support and encourage you on this adventure of restoration.🌸
I love Hope!! I believe that miss Ethel led you to Hope. I feel she wanted you both to restore her beloved home. I'm so happy that you have Hope to restore!! I can't wait to go through the journey from beginning to end with you
Thank you for saving Hope Farm. I was lucky enough to tour Hope Farm twice in my teens and 20s. It’s not only a treasure of Natchez and Mississippi but for the United States. Thank you!!!
This is a huge project that will make an architectural contribution of national importance--thanks to the new priest and priestess of this temple and grounds. They certainly will have made a name for themselves in the annuals of historical architecture after this one. Good luck!
I've been out of touch with all of my RUclips channels for several months. I'm back now, very excited to see your next property, and what a property, and an amazing story. Your lives touch so many with what you do. You bring everything that you are with you and make more lives, homes, properties, and communities sweeter with your restoring touch. I've fallen in love with Natchez from watching Pearl come back better. (I think many of us would buy Pearl so we could live there, and then volunteer to help with Hope if at all possible.) Thank you Laine and Kevin for showing so much respect to Mrs. Ethel and her family. I'll be here (would rather be there), to see Hope evolve. Will this be your forever home? Blessings and hugs
Wow...how was this huge loss so long ago?! It seems like it was just yesterday!! I remember the feeling of my heart in my throat, just watching both of you- watching you see Louise burning to the ground...helplessly. We all wanted to help you, and help Louise...wanted to stop this tragedy somehow. But it was impossible. Maybe it was a lesson, for us all, for the future, in "something"...that we yet didn't understand. I fully believe in things coming "full circle". I have experienced it many times, in my own life. I can think of no other individuals, other than the two of you, to honor Ms. Ethel's legacy...and to try and salvage this hugely important historical piece of history. Your heart , your passion, and your knowledge for restoration and rehabilitation- is second to none. Thank you...for what you do, and what you continue to do. You have touched and impacted more lives- in far more ways than you will probably ever know! This journey will not just be the two of yours...it will be all of ours that know and understand what this is really all about. ❤️
Wow you have come so far!! Its easy to forget how dire Hope Farms situation was, even when you have been around since the beginning. You are both true miracle workers!
Hope Farm will be restored to it's former glory, I can feel it in my bones. Tragedy always brings an eye opener to those who may not of even thought of being a part of history.
You’re going to do Miss Ethel proud, and honor her in the best way. I can’t think of anyone better for this project than you two! Good luck and I’m excited to follow along ❤
Focus on the desire, and it will be. Ruth certainly is her Mother's Daughter. They both are iImmense positive energies. I am of the belief/knowing that only the vessel expires, we transition back to Nonphysical and are focused on that which we loved in our Life Journey. She will be there every step of the way, and Im sure you'll feel her support. Bless all involved in "Rebuilding Hope". 💛
What an amazing introduction to Restoring Hope! Such a tragedy with fire and loss of life. Looking forward to following your journey as you help Hope rise from the ashes!
Ooo😢😊❤ all the feels! What a magical video! So what is the first step in the resolution cleaning process? Roof? Structural? I would be so overwhelmed by it all... good luck and enjoy the journey
Oh. My. Goodness! The second I saw that house I instantly thought of Louise and how life could come full circle ...Hope indeed! I was watching this video out on the patio, I had burst into tears and my husband came rushing over ( he never heard of your channel...lol) and asked what was wrong. I said nothing is wrong... Louise is gone but now Hope is here. He looked at me so bewildered...haha. But what a fitting thought. I'm so happy for y'all. I am sorry about Ms.Ethel ( my grandmother's name) though. You truly honor her, by saving her precious historic home.
A beautiful and loving tribute to the family and former owner of Hope Farm. Mrs Ethel sounds like the kind of person who be the first to jump in on a project just like this one. Lane and Kevin, you have your work cut out for you, but I could think of no one else that not only has the knowledge and work ethic, but in this case what was really needed was the heart. That sweet people is what you two bring. Blessings on your journey. My farm is called Miracle farm, but my name is Momma Hope, so that makes all the more special and the perfect name for this farm.
Oh my goodness, I know if anyone can do this it’s y’all. I am going to enjoy watching the process of restoring Hope. I will pray that everything that you need for this project falls into place for y’all.
WOW.! What an emotional video highlighting what will no. doubt be an emotional journey. This community and all of us old house/history lovers will be here cheering you on and supporting your efforts. Bless you, both.
The work needed scares me , I was going to a say a little but will change that to a lot. I think Hope is very lucky you found her and have full faith in your dream.
I’m with you. I can’t wait to watch your new Hope rebuild and restore. I love the history and learning from you both. This is one of my passions. Thank you both. God Bless you ❣️
Godspeed on this, your next journey...Miss Ethel is surely smiling down on your endeavor. I know that she and her beloved Bruce, will be cheering you on every step of the way. Love, light, peace, and forever hope!💖
This gave me chills and brought me pause! Not just the tragic fire and loss of life that gripped all of our hearts, but the passion and commitment Lane and Kevin have not only to restorations, bur, rather to restoring hope to communities. Lane and Kevin have stepped-up-to-the-plate once again. It's very touching. My partner and I are proud members of Restoration Nation and happily support their efforts for the exemplary and rare organization that they are in the Restoration trade. I commend them for this noble undertaking. I have every confidence the end result will be nothing short of outstanding!
What a bittersweet story & thank you for taking us along on this journey. Did I catch that July 20th is your anniversary? If so, Happy anniversary to you both! Today is also my son's 28th birthday!
I can't tell you how I felt watching this video. It really pulled at my heart. I'm so sorry for the loss Miss Ethel but we all know you'll do Hope Farm proud. I'm definitely here for this adventure. 💖💜💖
Oh my goodness, seeing Louise again 😢 It is no coincidence that you have been able to buy a house called Hope (Farm), with its history and the full circle moment. You were meant to have and restore her. Looking forward to being on this journey with you. May Miss Ethel rest easy knowing her home is in the best hands.
SO glad this property will be restored and not torn down! In Florida, it is getting easier and easier to tear down historic buildings--they even tore down 90% of the Victorian Era Belleview-Biltmore Hotel, which was the 2nd largest wood structure in the United States and was on the National Register of Historic Places. You guessed it--to build a bunch of condominiums. 🙄 If anyone can restore Hope Farm, you two can! Looking forward to watching this project progress. 😊
I’m so excited for your newest challenge making Hope shine again.I’m sure it will be a work of love and honour to Ethel’s love for Hope.Good luck on your journey.
Thank you so much Laine and Kevin for taking on a project like this!! From another historic house lover, something like this would scare away most people. But the fact that you are doing it not just to restore the house, but even more so to honor Ethel and continue the family legacy, it just makes me so happy!! I cannot wait to watch the progress of this project! You two will make this an absolute showplace!! I will definitely be driving down from Nashville to Natchez in the future to see it from the outside when it is complete! ❤❤
I kept thinking the pic of you guys looked so familiar. I looked at the little house when looking for my old house dream. I think if I'm correct it was offered for 15,000$. ❤️ To much work for me at my age and not very many skills. I found my old house in 2019. Took 6 months to close. I've been here 5 years and love my old house. I'm so glad you are restoring Hope. I'm definitely going to come visit on one of my travels. I'm so glad I found your site. I look forward to seeing you on daily FB.
I look forward to seeing all the restoration of this lovely historic home and property. I can't think of anyone better to take on a job like this other than Lane & Kevin. God Bless , guide and keep you all safe in this major revitalization.
I am so thankful for everyone that went to work to save what could be saved. Of course, the loss of Miss Ethel can not be replaced, but her beloved home will shine again. Thanks to Mimi Miller and Carter Burns for their quick action. Mimi has been such an asset to Natchez. When I heard that Hope Farm had been sold and would be restored, my first thought was I hope this is someone that will preserve the history and integrity of the property whenever possible. I was introduced to you through the 2 videos regarding Hope Farm and am so pleased to know that the home is in good hands. Blessings on both of you and prayers for a successful restoration.
man, most of that place is completly gone, your rebuilding most of it not restoreing. Hats off to ya, I can sure see why everyone would suggest demo on that one. Bless yall
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This one hit me hard 💔💔💔 Thank you Laine and Kevin for everything that you do and thank you for allowing all of us to be a part of your journey
Me too. I'm still processing this one. This feels so big.
Oh. Dear. Lord.
Laine and Kevin, your entire lives were leading up to this moment.
I will NEVER forget Louise on fire, and the aftermath.
THIS is the project of a lifetime! You are SO BLESSED. Do us proud.
My most sincere condolences to the family of Miss Ethel. Her legacy is just beginning!
Omg!!! I thought I was done ugly crying after the footage of Mrs. Ethel-what a joy it was to hear her voice…but that ending! Dear Lord. I am bawling. THANK YOU for dealing with this loss so tenderly, for honoring her so well in this video, and for honoring her family. Like I’ve been telling you, there’s no one I trust more than y’all. Can’t wait to see what lies ahead! ❤❤❤
Laine and Kevin, I'm moved by the reverence and respect that you'll bring to the restoration of Hope Farm. It was lovely of Ruth to appear in your video and not only endorse but express the family's gratitude that Hope Farm won't be lost to future generations. Looking at the loss, especially that of Miss Ethel is tragic, but I'm sure she'll appreciate and approve you bringing the beauty and magic back to this wonderful property. She's in tough shape now, but the bones are there to bring her back to being one of the crown jewels in Natchez. Thank you, Laine and Kevin. And thanks to Miss Ruth for her welcome to the Restoration Nation.
Oh Man! This is gonna be AMAZING!!! Step by step we'll watch Hope return to her former glory! Kevin said 'It's gonna take a long time.' That's fine! I watched a channel for 3yrs while he renovated an abandoned mansion! And now he just bought a 300 acre resort w/30 burnt out buildings. I live for this stuff. I think a lot of people do. It's like a favorite TV show or book. We're here, committed & will support you guys the whole way!! So proud of you both! You're an inspiration to so many!! 💞💞
What show is it? I would love to watch it
@@tcd246 (my previous comment disappeared so sorry if this showed twice.)
'Off The Ranch'. It'll be under 'Abandoned Mansion Renovation'. Also 'The Pethericks' they renovate abandoned chateau/monasteries in France.
I watched that show, really enjoyed it, and I too am looking forward to the resort rebuild
@@what1dreamt Check out The Pethericks! There's a handful of UK families renovating chateaus in France. Some of the buildings are from the 1500s!
@@zanna9857 thanks!!
This series deserves 1 million + subscribers. Everyone please share and let's get national coverage on this important project ❣‼😍
I love that enthusiasm!!
If there's anyone with enough experience and heart to take on this journey, it's you two! I'm excited to see this come together ❤️ Miss Ethel is smiling down from heaven.
Oh how magnificent she is. HOPE is the most appropriate name for her. She will rise again! I'm in tears at how much love this project will continue to foster in all who are touched by her and her story and her beautiful stewards, Laine and Kevin. You got this! We got YOU! Let the restoration journey begin! 💕❤💕❤💕❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I thought that too when watching this - We got you, Kevin & Laine. And you’ve got this! It will be a fun adventure!
@@jenaemarieAZ I know, right?! It's going to be glorious!
Will you have a team of restoration contractors to help you clean the structure before you step in and do your restorative magic? Bless you two because this brings the tears as I watch what an overwhelming project you are taking on. 💔
A wonderful introduction to the next project. How you paid homage to Ms Ethel was so touching. Congratulations and crack on! ❤️😊
I have a good architect friend who specialises in restoring very old properties in the UK. He once told me you can restore, rebuild, recreate any building, if you truly wish it to happen. You just need to move past being overwhelmed as to where to start. He just follows the process. So enormously supportive of you doing this.
Natchez is one of my favorite places to visit. I’m born and raised in the South and always dreamed of moving to Natchez in my retirement. My heart is that of a true Southerner who loves Civil War and Revolutionary War history. I have a huge library of Southern History. This story touches me deeply for many reasons. The other reason is my middle name is Hope. Thank you both for honoring Ethel and her family and our Southern heritage. I hope to return soon to see your work of art! My husband also had black hair and beautiful blue eyes and died at age 50 of a heart issue. So this story was so touching because he and I agreed this was our favorite place to visit. RIP “Miss Apple”.
Tears fell immediately. I remember finding you that fateful day in 2020 after someone shared Louise's devastation. I cried along with you and simultaneously fell in love with you. You both are so strong, and your determination is contagious. I am excited for you and can't wait to watch the rebirth of your phoenix, Hope! ❤
I am in tears watching this. This video is so well done. I am sure she is watching down from heaven and is very pleased that this is going to happen. God bless.
I cried. I lost a house to a lighting strike fire. I know that feeling. There is always hope on the other side. A new project.
I couldn’t help but think that the way some see Hope Farm as beyond saving is the way I saw myself before I began my walk with Christ. Thank goodness that His specialty is bringing beauty out of ashes! Although you’d never compare yourselves to God, you have a gift to see the beauty and potential in the ruin, and you have the love and the drive to bring it forth! What you are doing, in my opinion, is sacred work. These historical homes have meaning and purpose- and only those who share that love for them will understand why it’s worth it! Cannot WAIT to watch this process and see the beautiful results. Blessings to you for your journey! 🥰
Wow!!! So much damage. The simple name of this place warmed my heart. I know y’all are dog ppl. I have a special needs Corgi named Hope. I’m so sorry that Ethel lost her life in this fire. But if anyone can restore her to its glory, I know y’all can do it!
You are right, Lane, this is the greatest honor to Mrs. Ethel, restoring the home she loved.❤
Hearing Ruth say how grateful she is to see what you’ll do with Hope was everything!! I can just see Miss Ethel looking down with anticipation of seeing her home restored ❤ You’ll make amazing stewards of this property.
God bless you all. You have all my dreams and prayers.
Do it, y'all!!! You CAN do it!!!!! That sparrow Ms. 🍎 is wearing in her interview. What other sign so you need? ❤
Hope, Ethel, and that sparrow. It was meant to be. ❤❤
Also, the bird that flew over the house in the drone footage.❤
And the last time we went in there was a little wren IN the house! My favorite bird!
This brought tears to my eyes. Hearing Ms Ethel was a treasure. I can't wait to watch along and see Hope rise from the ashes.
Ethel and Ruth are national treasures! So excited to follow you two along in the journey, wish I lived closer I would come and volunteer!
Ditto!
I have never, with all the renovation and restoration vlogs I follow, been so anxiously excited to see a wonderful old home come back to life! I choked up watching your intro to this old beauty, and her story. I simply can not wait!!
Oh my gosh, where do you even start. What a lovely, handsome couple they were and she was so gracious, a real southern lady. I will be glued to your videos. Bless you Kevin and Laine, you are rock stars in the restoration business.❤
Wow. What a fascinating story and I look forward to accompanying you on this journey. I never realized that “Louise” is you opening shot. Only you two could see hope where everyone else sees disaster.
I live on a small Texas ranch my husband bought in 1983. It has a home on it ,built in 1928. I’ve always loved that house but my husband’s job kept us living all over the world and unable to maintain it. It is falling to pieces and my husband has decided to demo it. It makes me sad but here in Central Texas we can’t find anyone to add an addition onto our new house, we would never find someone to help us restore the old house.
Good luck and God Bless.
When one door closes, another one opens. I'm so sorry for your loss 3 years ago. This opportunity is amazing for you both. Congratulations, and in the purchase process, you met a wonderful family. A family who has lost a loved one. Two different losses and the experience have brought y'all together. ❤❤❤❤
The footage of Louise 😭 hearing about and from miss Ethel 😭 and that ending message from Ruth 😭 if anyone can restore Hope, it's you two. I look forward to watching this journey unfold. This is definitely a full circle moment.
Kevin, you walked in and said "this feels like our forever home"? Whaat?? Only you two could see the vision. I thought I was done crying midway through the video and then Ms. Ruth came on and the tears started flowing again. What a thoughtful and compassionate introduction. I'm sure this labor of love will take years and I'm right with you along for the ride. Makes me want to move to Natchez even more. Look forward to all the future videos.
When did Kevin say, “this feels like our forever home?“
I can’t wait to see the progression of Hope. I know you two will do Ms. Ethel proud!! Am I the only one crying watching this?
One of the saddest stories I've heard. You will honor Miss Ethel by restoring Hope and giving new Life, as we know Miss Ethel has started her journey of new life in Heaven. I will be watching through the tears in my eyes.
It looks like historic Natchez has got her hooks into you two, in the best way possible. What an emotional video! It does seem like fate that you have the chance to bring a historic house back from the ashes. Poor Miss Ethel! Oh my, how terribly sad. Thank you for sharing the footage of her personal history, so we can understand what she was like. I'm sure you will find the perfect ways to ensure her memory lives on. The blessing of her children is worth so much. You two have built something wonderful with the 'Nation', and it will be so exciting to see the stories and bits of history you find as you go through the process with this amazing place. Remembering Louise today.
To see a historic property in this state is really heart-crushing. We believe you can do it! We can't wait until the day that this house will be back in its former glory!💖
Congratulations! I can't help having the feeling that Miss Ethel is watching with approval.
Hope Farm! What a lovely, fascinating, enchanting, historic place....and those gardens; awesome! Laine & Kevin, this is definitely a GOD send beyond the shadow of any doubt! You can feel it. This is supposed to happen. Hope Farm is supposed to be passed to you to save, restore, renew, reinvigorate, and reside in. Here's a relevant prayer: Lord, I maintain my hope in You, and I hold onto the assurance that what I am praying for is already accomplished in the name of Jesus. Your Word promises “no good thing does He withhold from those that walk uprightly” (Psalm 84:11).
Thank you both for all that you do so magnificently all the time and for paying homage to Mrs. Ethel Banta and sharing that wonderful interview of her and the heartfelt segment from her daughter, a definite tearjerker. Y'all are the epitome of hope, loving kindness and compassion all the time, and believe me, it is beautiful to see and so very much appreciated by everyone!
Laine, you have social anxiety? Get out of here!
Crying at the footage of beautiful Louise and remembering that day, feeling your loss so deeply. Crying at the thought of all that was lost at Hope Farm- the history, the belongings and the amazing Ms Ethel- and celebrating with you as you look to Restore Hope. How amazing that some original features can be saved. Thank you to the family for trusting you with her future and thank you for bringing us along!
I'm sitting here, weeping. It's going to be GRAND, and you're going to honor beautifully the history and people who've loved this home before you. I feel honored to even be able to watch the process.
I’m so excited for y’all! Louise was beyond heartbreaking so this definitely is a full circle moment. This house doesn’t know how lucky it is to have landed in your hands ❤
This brought tears to my eyes. From the story of Ethel Grandma "Apple", to the story of loss of her father in law (my father who was born in 1936 died during his third open heart surgery when he was 46). Most people travel around without a thought about how old structures root our communities and our collective histories. There was a log lodge called The Silvertip Lodge where I grew up. It bordered Yosemite National Park. It burned to the ground. It was the first place my father ever worked (his family homesteaded land inside of Yosemite borders). It was an amazing structure. It is hard to describe the sheer scale of this log building. The ceiling was a mass of interconnected logs of differing sizes that created this lattice system. It was about three stories tall inside. I remember looking up at the ceiling and marveling at it when I was really little. It burned down and that broke my heart because my dad had died not too long before it was destroyed. It was suspected arson. The owners were losing a lot of money on the property and couldn't sell it
If anyone can take this on it is Lane and Kevin! You will honor Ms Ethel and restore this beautiful home, no doubt! ❤
Louise broke my heart. I was so sad. If anyone's gonna bring back that grand old girl, it's ya'll ❤ i love ya'll for every home you save. Just looking at Hope made me teary-eyed. I have way too much love invested into homes I'll never actually see in person who aren't mine 😂 I can't wait to follow this journey. ❤
This is definitely a monumental project but I agree if anyone can do it you two can. It's a wonderful tribute to two great ladies. Thank you for doing it. I be there for every minute you share.
I am so excited that the family wanted to honor their mother by allowing this piece of our history to be restored. You two have your plate full with this restoration but it is such a worthy cause. Thank you for deciding to take on this immense job, I know you will make it beautiful and Hope Farm again has HOPE. Thanks.
This project will be the most precious jewel in your crown!!!! Your hearts have a new homeplace❤
This one brought tears to my eyes. It is truly a blessing that her family is so excited for this restoration
Thank you for your dedication to history, for your work ethics and am just 🙏🏻for you, your health and well being while you restore this lovely home. This is especially close to my heart as my 70+ year old childhood home recently burned completely. Fortunately no one was hurt, except our hearts at the loss of the physical property, but we have the memories. Thank you. I will be following with great interest.
Oh my goodness! I have been watching you since shortly before the other home burned down. I felt the disappointment and pain of that loss. I am thrilled for both of you and this wonderful project. I look forward to being able to watch this new adventure. Bless you both and my best wishes to you in the complete restoration of this beautiful home!!!! Restoring HOPE!!!
Wow. Wow. Wow. Shared! Crying…you two are the ones that will bring it back for you and most important for the family who lost their mamma! God bless you Laine and Kevin, full circle from. Louise!!!! Shocking how full circle you have come!! A fitting tribute to Louise at the same time restoring HOPE ! 🙌🙌🙌🙌😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️
Same here! Started tearing up immediately knowing that I would have to see the demise of Louise again. I'll never forget the moment I saw what was happening to her on the computer. All I saw was a black plume of smoke on the picture/video and panicked. Just like everyone else. No, it couldn't be Louise! NO NO NO NO!!!!. It physically hurt. My heart broke for Kevin and Laine.
Words cannot say how incredible this is, the fact that you not only get to save a home so rich in history but to continue the legacy of not only Ethel but of yours and being able to save a fire damaged home. I am so excited for this project and cannot wait to watch every single video that comes from it and to tour it someday when it has been restored to that incredible grandeur. Truly thank you for sharing these moments with us as they provide so much knowledge but also motivation that the work is always worth the effort.
Gosh,Y’all! I’m only half way through this video and I’m already tearing up. This one got my in my feels!
Ive experienced a house fire and its so devastating, not only the destruction it leaves behind but the smell. I love your passion and tenacity for restoration. It takes a great deal of courage and spunk to take on a project like this on. Laine and Kevin you got this and have hundreds of thousands of people cheering you on. You are good people and do good work and are leaving an amazing legacy.
Thank you Kevin and Lainey this will be a pleasure to watch you two bring life back to this home
Wish I could come down and help carry buckets of debris away from the house. Set up screen boxes and pour in buckets of blackened stuff to catch anything that otherwise will be lost to the dump. Much sympathy for the owner's family and the Natchez community....e
You both have an enormous project ahead of you! This will be your finest work ever. ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you both for your energy, vision and love to Our Restoration Nation. Restoring Hope will be so exciting to watch its redevelopment back to life. I am in awe of your devotion to historic buildings and I thank you ever so much for it! God bless you both❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Ms. Ruth, they will give it the love, care, and elbow grease it needs. This is so exciting and we will all keep special memories of your loving mother. Bless you all.
❤❤❤❤❤All I can think of to say is GOD BLESS you two! Your expertise, knowledge, passion and wisdom will make this come to bear such beautiful fruit. I'm super excited to see how this goes. BLESS YOU two!❤❤❤❤❤
Interesting the name of the Farm is Hope. Hope Springeth Eternal in the Bosom of Mankind. Hope is a virtue and goes with Faith and Love.
Its definitely quite an undertaking. Good Luck! ☘
Thank-you to Miss Ethel's children,
may your mother Rest In Peace. May she and each of you be long remembered for your generosity of spirit! 🕊
Oh my, what a story and legacy behind this beautiful home. There would of been no one else more worthy and prepared to restore this home with love , than you, Laine and Kevin. For in your hands the memories of the past will be restored as much as possible. Mrs. Ethel of bless-ed memory would be so pleased to have you there, putting everything back together with such passion. May everything fall into place for you in every way. We can't wait to see this restoration with you ❤❤
To steal a "southernism" Bless your hearts and Miss Banta's too. Literally a match made in heaven. Thank you for introducing us to historic Natchez. Because of you two we have added Natchez to an October trip. We are here for Hope!! Thank you also Banta Family for loving history and architecture! Hope to see Louise`s front door find a new home!
What a bitter sweet story. I wish you both luck in rebuilding.
Happy anniversary!🥂 How lovely to bring this to us today. I HOPE your day is lovely. I am saddened by Miss Ethel’s death but I can’t think of anyone else better able to become stewards of Hope Farms than you two. I am excited for the journey ahead and I HOPE you know we are here to support and encourage you on this adventure of restoration.🌸
I love Hope!! I believe that miss Ethel led you to Hope. I feel she wanted you both to restore her beloved home. I'm so happy that you have Hope to restore!! I can't wait to go through the journey from beginning to end with you
I wish you guys hope on your new adventure, and I wish you guys the bestest luck possible.
Thank you for saving Hope Farm. I was lucky enough to tour Hope Farm twice in my teens and 20s. It’s not only a treasure of Natchez and Mississippi but for the United States. Thank you!!!
I’m so excited for this new adventure! I can’t wait to see all the restoration come to life!
This is a huge project that will make an architectural contribution of national importance--thanks to the new priest and priestess of this temple and grounds. They certainly will have made a name for themselves in the annuals of historical architecture after this one. Good luck!
ITS FABULOUS !! so excited, I can see it. Your perfect for this task.
I've been out of touch with all of my RUclips channels for several months. I'm back now, very excited to see your next property, and what a property, and an amazing story. Your lives touch so many with what you do. You bring everything that you are with you and make more lives, homes, properties, and communities sweeter with your restoring touch. I've fallen in love with Natchez from watching Pearl come back better. (I think many of us would buy Pearl so we could live there, and then volunteer to help with Hope if at all possible.) Thank you Laine and Kevin for showing so much respect to Mrs. Ethel and her family. I'll be here (would rather be there), to see Hope evolve. Will this be your forever home? Blessings and hugs
That’s the plan. To retire at Hope Farm.
What a blessing out of a tragedy. I'm sure Ms. Ethel would be over the moon that y'all have decided to restore her Hope.
Wow...how was this huge loss so long ago?! It seems like it was just yesterday!! I remember the feeling of my heart in my throat, just watching both of you- watching you see Louise burning to the ground...helplessly. We all wanted to help you, and help Louise...wanted to stop this tragedy somehow. But it was impossible. Maybe it was a lesson, for us all, for the future, in "something"...that we yet didn't understand. I fully believe in things coming "full circle". I have experienced it many times, in my own life. I can think of no other individuals, other than the two of you, to honor Ms. Ethel's legacy...and to try and salvage this hugely important historical piece of history. Your heart , your passion, and your knowledge for restoration and rehabilitation- is second to none. Thank you...for what you do, and what you continue to do. You have touched and impacted more lives- in far more ways than you will probably ever know! This journey will not just be the two of yours...it will be all of ours that know and understand what this is really all about. ❤️
Wow you have come so far!! Its easy to forget how dire Hope Farms situation was, even when you have been around since the beginning. You are both true miracle workers!
Hope Farm will be restored to it's former glory, I can feel it in my bones. Tragedy always brings an eye opener to those who may not of even thought of being a part of history.
Oh I love Ruth. What a lovely lady. and.....on to the next chapter of Hope Farm. This is great.
You’re going to do Miss Ethel proud, and honor her in the best way. I can’t think of anyone better for this project than you two! Good luck and I’m excited to follow along ❤
Focus on the desire, and it will be. Ruth certainly is her Mother's Daughter. They both are iImmense positive energies.
I am of the belief/knowing that only the vessel expires, we transition back to Nonphysical and are focused on that which we loved in our Life Journey.
She will be there every step of the way, and Im sure you'll feel her support.
Bless all involved in "Rebuilding Hope".
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What an amazing introduction to Restoring Hope! Such a tragedy with fire and loss of life. Looking forward to following your journey as you help Hope rise from the ashes!
Ooo😢😊❤ all the feels! What a magical video! So what is the first step in the resolution cleaning process? Roof? Structural? I would be so overwhelmed by it all... good luck and enjoy the journey
Oh. My. Goodness! The second I saw that house I instantly thought of Louise and how life could come full circle ...Hope indeed! I was watching this video out on the patio, I had burst into tears and my husband came rushing over ( he never heard of your channel...lol) and asked what was wrong. I said nothing is wrong... Louise is gone but now Hope is here. He looked at me so bewildered...haha.
But what a fitting thought.
I'm so happy for y'all.
I am sorry about Ms.Ethel ( my grandmother's name) though. You truly honor her, by saving her precious historic home.
A beautiful and loving tribute to the family and former owner of Hope Farm. Mrs Ethel sounds like the kind of person who be the first to jump in on a project just like this one. Lane and Kevin, you have your work cut out for you, but I could think of no one else that not only has the knowledge and work ethic, but in this case what was really needed was the heart. That sweet people is what you two bring. Blessings on your journey. My farm is called Miracle farm, but my name is Momma Hope, so that makes all the more special and the perfect name for this farm.
Oh my goodness, I know if anyone can do this it’s y’all. I am going to enjoy watching the process of restoring Hope. I will pray that everything that you need for this project falls into place for y’all.
WOW.! What an emotional video highlighting what will no. doubt be an emotional journey. This community and all of us old house/history lovers will be here cheering you on and supporting your efforts. Bless you, both.
The work needed scares me , I was going to a say a little but will change that to a lot. I think Hope is very lucky you found her and have full faith in your dream.
I’m with you. I can’t wait to watch your new Hope rebuild and restore. I love the history and learning from you both. This is one of my passions. Thank you both. God Bless you ❣️
Godspeed on this, your next journey...Miss Ethel is surely smiling down on your endeavor.
I know that she and her beloved Bruce, will be cheering you on every step of the way.
Love, light, peace, and forever hope!💖
This gave me chills and brought me pause! Not just the tragic fire and loss of life that gripped all of our hearts, but the passion and commitment Lane and Kevin have not only to restorations, bur, rather to restoring hope to communities. Lane and Kevin have stepped-up-to-the-plate once again. It's very touching. My partner and I are proud members of Restoration Nation and happily support their efforts for the exemplary and rare organization that they are in the Restoration trade. I commend them for this noble undertaking. I have every confidence the end result will be nothing short of outstanding!
Thank you for your thoughtful comment John!
What an opportunity!!! I am thrilled for you!
What a bittersweet story & thank you for taking us along on this journey. Did I catch that July 20th is your anniversary? If so, Happy anniversary to you both! Today is also my son's 28th birthday!
I can't tell you how I felt watching this video. It really pulled at my heart. I'm so sorry for the loss Miss Ethel but we all know you'll do Hope Farm proud. I'm definitely here for this adventure. 💖💜💖
So excited for this project. 😊
Oh my goodness, seeing Louise again 😢 It is no coincidence that you have been able to buy a house called Hope (Farm), with its history and the full circle moment. You were meant to have and restore her. Looking forward to being on this journey with you. May Miss Ethel rest easy knowing her home is in the best hands.
SO glad this property will be restored and not torn down! In Florida, it is getting easier and easier to tear down historic buildings--they even tore down 90% of the Victorian Era Belleview-Biltmore Hotel, which was the 2nd largest wood structure in the United States and was on the National Register of Historic Places. You guessed it--to build a bunch of condominiums. 🙄 If anyone can restore Hope Farm, you two can! Looking forward to watching this project progress. 😊
I’m so excited for your newest challenge making Hope shine again.I’m sure it will be a work of love and honour to Ethel’s love for Hope.Good luck on your journey.
Thank you so much Laine and Kevin for taking on a project like this!! From another historic house lover, something like this would scare away most people. But the fact that you are doing it not just to restore the house, but even more so to honor Ethel and continue the family legacy, it just makes me so happy!! I cannot wait to watch the progress of this project! You two will make this an absolute showplace!! I will definitely be driving down from Nashville to Natchez in the future to see it from the outside when it is complete! ❤❤
Aww that’s so awesome! Love the Home! I’m sure Ms. Ethel ❤that Hope Farm is in Great Hands! ❤️to y’all!
Thankyou Laine and Kevin for being you! You two are HOPE!
This is one of my favorite videos of yours. May Ethel rest in peace. So sweet to hear her eldest daughter, Ruth, speak ❤
I kept thinking the pic of you guys looked so familiar. I looked at the little house when looking for my old house dream. I think if I'm correct it was offered for 15,000$. ❤️ To much work for me at my age and not very many skills. I found my old house in 2019. Took 6 months to close. I've been here 5 years and love my old house.
I'm so glad you are restoring Hope. I'm definitely going to come visit on one of my travels.
I'm so glad I found your site. I look forward to seeing you on daily FB.
I look forward to seeing all the restoration of this lovely historic home and property. I can't think of anyone better to take on a job like this other than Lane & Kevin. God Bless , guide and keep you all safe in this major revitalization.
I am so thankful for everyone that went to work to save what could be saved. Of course, the loss of Miss Ethel can not be replaced, but her beloved home will shine again. Thanks to Mimi Miller and Carter Burns for their quick action. Mimi has been such an asset to Natchez.
When I heard that Hope Farm had been sold and would be restored, my first thought was I hope this is someone that will preserve the history and integrity of the property whenever possible. I was introduced to you through the 2 videos regarding Hope Farm and am so pleased to know that the home is in good hands. Blessings on both of you and prayers for a successful restoration.
man, most of that place is completly gone, your rebuilding most of it not restoreing. Hats off to ya, I can sure see why everyone would suggest demo on that one. Bless yall