CLEANING The Original Stone Entrance For The Chateau.

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  • Опубликовано: 14 янв 2025

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  • @jaymeharl3270
    @jaymeharl3270 Год назад +100

    It looks SO very good! Patina is one thing....dirt is another. Tracy is right, it looks like it was meant to look when it was built. I watch some fine art restoration RUclipsrs....and they are always saying how a painting should look how the artist intended it to look. Wonderful job, everyone. It's absolutely beautiful.

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +6

      Thank you Jayme 😊

    • @skdoremi6666
      @skdoremi6666 Год назад +2

      Historically the aristocracy would never show the bricks!! The whole chateau was plastered in some colour,only the stone work was visible around the corners and the windows/doors.

    • @amyno5688
      @amyno5688 Год назад +2

      Baumgartner?? Lol

    • @jaymeharl3270
      @jaymeharl3270 Год назад +3

      @@amyno5688 Yes! His voice is so soothing! I'm a secretary and I hate staples /almost/ as much as he does!

    • @amyno5688
      @amyno5688 Год назад +1

      @@jaymeharl3270 I do love his videos and hate staples as well! Lol My ocd loves his thoroughness!!!

  • @gwynethgrove772
    @gwynethgrove772 Год назад +27

    I hope Tracey is taking a bit of time for herself and developing some local friends. It’s very important in a new country to make new friends. She’s such a treasure.

  • @karenmetcalf-pugh5
    @karenmetcalf-pugh5 Год назад +67

    Best decision yet! Her real beauty is standing out. I can almost see her smiling.

  • @happykt
    @happykt Год назад +6

    After a year of watching this channel, I can finally understand what everyone is saying. I'm originally from the Midwest of the U.S.

    • @Tracyhort522
      @Tracyhort522 Год назад

      😂😂❤

    • @magpiesmith971
      @magpiesmith971 8 месяцев назад

      I can relate! ❤ but I’m getting better at understanding too. Some of the slang along with different accents kinda throws me every once in a while.😊

  • @lisaakinlabi
    @lisaakinlabi Год назад +13

    Just think in the chateaus beginning there were dozens of people working to maintain it and give it all the attention it needed. Now there have been a few volunteers and yourselves and I bet you have already done 10 times the work since you purchased it, until now. The gratification you must feel when jobs are completed, must spur you on to keep on track to fruition. "Crack on!"
    I wanted to say to Tracy, You are an amazing loving and supportive Mom and I can only imagine how proud you are of Terry. It's such a blessing that you are also physically able to work side by side with Terry and Ash to fulfil their dream of this amazing chateau. You are beautiful inside and out!

  • @brettkruempel244
    @brettkruempel244 Год назад +2

    I have to say it again that’s a fine looking turret. The building is nicely proportioned without it but the turret really makes it. Brilliant job cleaning the stone work.

  • @gloriawaters1455
    @gloriawaters1455 Год назад +30

    You must be so pleased at the outcome of the cleaned walls, the château has come alive well done Terry, Tracy and Ash *The tremendous Trio* as I always say stay safe 👍 😊

  • @linshannon4480
    @linshannon4480 Год назад +28

    I know people talk about the power of water; it's something you just say, but watching the close-up of the jet-powered water spray as it eradicates those tough algae/mold entrenched spots was honestly startling. What a great job you've done. It's made a world of difference. I think everyone in your community has favorite bits they're eager to see you all tackle, and I'll add mine to the list: the bell high on the chateau back(maybe the original front) and the iron framework for the canopies. My delight that you've already plans for that canopy made me smile. Still, I imagine you all get a chuckle for all the suggestions you receive.

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +5

      Thanks Lin :) yes we will be restoring them in time 😊

    • @linshannon4480
      @linshannon4480 Год назад +4

      @@ashleywaters7198 And I'll enjoy the journey until and after you all get there.

  • @pamelkamah6307
    @pamelkamah6307 Год назад +39

    So looking forward to seeing the canopy done 😊 The clean up so far looks great what a transformation. 👍

  • @cherylmcnair5594
    @cherylmcnair5594 Год назад +34

    Lovely to see the Chateau coming to life in the sunshine 😊

    • @Tracyhort522
      @Tracyhort522 Год назад +1

      It is good thank you Cheryl McN

  • @Gadgetmumma
    @Gadgetmumma Год назад +30

    Are you’re sure you guys aren’t teachers? “Tell ‘em what you’re going to show ‘em; show ‘em and then tell ‘em what you’ve shown ‘em!” 😂
    The old lady is slowly revealing her true beauty! You all work so hard!

  • @createallow3126
    @createallow3126 Год назад +34

    Terry, your passion and heart for the Chateau is absolutely uplifting and inspiring! Excellent work, all!

    • @Tracyhort522
      @Tracyhort522 Год назад +1

      He is excellent thank you Jim b

  • @JohnSeefeldt
    @JohnSeefeldt Год назад +10

    That side of the chateau really does look fantastic! Thanks to all of you, that chateau is going to live a much longer life! You really are living the dream and bringing all of us along on a wonderful ride with you! Thank you!

  • @donnamurdoch8949
    @donnamurdoch8949 Год назад +24

    Not glamorous work but you have definitely restored the chateau's beauty. It really is looking wonderful and when the garden planting has matured it will be heaven. Can't wait! 😊

  • @annkraft7849
    @annkraft7849 Год назад +3

    You are Beautiful people, working on yours life work, and taking us along ❣️👏👏You have no idea what love you are giving out❤️❣️🤩Thank you, thank you🙏🙏love you❣️

  • @milkweeddreams8828
    @milkweeddreams8828 Год назад +3

    You guys must feel such a sense of pride now looking at the old gal with her gleaming, sparkly exterior, what a magnificent difference it has made...WELL DONE, she's a beauty...!!!

  • @hollyrose1505
    @hollyrose1505 Год назад

    I’d invest in a grout bag, looks just like a pastry bag. Goes much quicker and less mess. When you do the awning, I’m excited to see what you decide to cover the canopy with. Everything is just moving along so nicely. Wow, she’s looking Grande!! She needed a good scrub! When you point the granite, I hope you use the original recipe, lime and sand. Concrete is no good. The water will just sit in it. You can add a colorant to it. Less water damage and standing water. You’ve truly done a wonderful job! If your mix works, that’s great. Tracey, your a women with many talents. Cheers ♥️🇫🇷🏰

  • @opticalexcellence-wendytob862
    @opticalexcellence-wendytob862 Год назад +34

    I’m absolutely gob-smacked at the improvement the washing is making on the facade! 😮🎉 Amazing 😻!!

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +2

      Thanks Wendy 😊

    • @opticalexcellence-wendytob862
      @opticalexcellence-wendytob862 Год назад

      @@ashleywaters7198 , you’re welcome. Everyone works as a team; that’s so refreshing to see, especially for those of us who haven’t grown up with that experience.

  • @loisblais3431
    @loisblais3431 Год назад +3

    It’s like you flossed and polished her teeth and gave her a facial. She must feel alive again. Thank you family for giving life back to her. 🌺

  • @parkewellman8364
    @parkewellman8364 Год назад +9

    I guess like everyone else I have been anticipating the cleaning of the facade. I did understand your initial desire for the soft wash but I am so glad that you went the more robust route. The repointing just pulls it all together. So beautiful and so worth all the work. I look forward to the continued clean as you move around the building. I cannot wait to see the canopy cleaned up and I guess glass installed. So amazing.

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +1

      Thank you :) we’re looking forward for that too 😊😊

  • @eaccristo
    @eaccristo Год назад +1

    She’s a Grand Dame. You’re making her feel young again. 😊

  • @Minkster555
    @Minkster555 Год назад +5

    I just want to say how blessed you are to have such a hard working “Mom”❣️ I admire her so much. You all are so dedicated to this beautiful, regal and magnificent piece of history. Thank you for caring and sharing the experience with us. ❤️ Am always looking forward to your next video. 😍

  • @danielgrondin3137
    @danielgrondin3137 Год назад

    Your hard work is paying off. The château looks great. Be very careful with the hydrochloric acid. Keep wearing protection. Rince for 15 minutes if you get splashed. Keep the acid from aluminium.

  • @arlineswardson6012
    @arlineswardson6012 Год назад +17

    Wow! What a tremendous amount of work! But it looks amazing! So happy you decided to clean her up. What a beautiful château!❣️

  • @sandraberry612
    @sandraberry612 Год назад +6

    Hi everyone, It must be so satisfying watching Chateau de lalacell ,being transformed back to its beauty! It’s amazing how good the building looks,after all the years it’s been standing !
    Wait until the wrought iron roof,over the steps is painted ,it’s going to look stunning 🤩
    Take care lots of love 🥰💕

  • @maramirkin3325
    @maramirkin3325 Год назад +7

    Again, “hats off too you!” Great transformation. Not as tedious as many jobs; and progress seen right away! You must feel exuberant joy! In the end.. no stone untouched! God Bless you, in this deeply moving labor of love! Absolutely worthy, as the caretaker of this, unraveled, gem! For having no real experience; you have knocked it out of the ball park! And have humbles us all, to see such quick transformation. So excited to get back to the garden! An amazing space! Thank you for sharing. As a joyous transformation.. heart felt! And pure. Enjoy Summer. Just around the corner. So yes, you shall head inside as will get very hot! Lol.. 👋

  • @mariagillinson8527
    @mariagillinson8527 Год назад +2

    I just find it amazing that when you guys finish this project you would have touched every bit of this property. Amazing!

  • @terriwaid9701
    @terriwaid9701 Год назад +4

    Its an amazing journey that you all have taken with your dream. I believe that you picked the right abandoned chateau. She he to be loving your love that you bestow upon her daily. Thanks for letting us tag along and be WOWED by your hard work to make your dream come alive. Smile on.

  • @sjones4668
    @sjones4668 Год назад

    I don't know about anyone else, but I think there should be an international pressure-washing club. I find it so therapeutic and rewarding and what a difference it made on the Chateau. Keep up the good work!

  • @ritafoster4958
    @ritafoster4958 Год назад +9

    I love to watch how the grime of decades just peels away, revealing the beauty beneath it. Such a rewarding effort! I’m in awe at the energy and determination that Tracy and Terry ( and everyone) display as they “ crack on” ! Bravo, the Chateau is looking beautiful.

  • @kkristiehetisimer4176
    @kkristiehetisimer4176 Год назад +2

    She is shinning in all her Glory again !

  • @KsMeMoTn
    @KsMeMoTn Год назад

    You all sure took on such a massive project! I don’t know how you do it and still seem to be so patient and have smiles on your faces.I am amazed at the transformation of everything so far!

  • @kelliehille3550
    @kelliehille3550 Год назад +2

    wow you have done wow super heros

  • @ericmcmaster1451
    @ericmcmaster1451 Год назад +1

    Wow if you look close you can almost see the old girl breath! She is looking gorgeous! I can't wait to see her fully come alive again.. Thank you!

  • @girlnorthof60
    @girlnorthof60 Год назад +2

    Two more things... just LOOK at those healthy, happy and very tanned faces 😊😊😊 and that little white dormer window at the top, renewed ... shining in the sun. (makes me smile too)

  • @shirleygraham6229
    @shirleygraham6229 Год назад +5

    The wall on the outside of the steps has come up so well. It looks cared for. And the steps themselves. No longer green tinted. The whole lot is fantastic. Well done.

  • @elizabethstrohschoen1438
    @elizabethstrohschoen1438 Год назад

    A tranformação da escada e das paredes com o lava-jato já foi fantástica. Muito caprichi e amor envolvido nesse Castelo. Deus vos abençoe. Eu fico de queixo caido assistindo Tracy trabalhar em tarefas tão pesadas. És um Mãe de Ouro, Preciosa.⚘️
    Minhas filhas estão perto da França e eu aqui no Brasil.💚💛💙🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

  • @levimartfeld8305
    @levimartfeld8305 Год назад

    I have been waiting for you to tackle this job for a while, and it is looking amazing! Great job! You are some of the most hard working people I’ve had the pleasure to watch! Keep up the amazing work! ❤😮

  • @paulinemarks6207
    @paulinemarks6207 Год назад +4

    You really worked hard at those steps Terry ! It looks great ! I definitely do not underestimate the depth of the work you have done!❤❤❤

  • @ChristineKelly1000
    @ChristineKelly1000 Год назад

    My OCD was singing as you removed the black stain from the wall of the steps. That was SO satisfying. Ash you must be blue in the face from telling people that the awning will be restored in time and you will be putting glass into it😅

  • @elcymariamontoyarendon2139
    @elcymariamontoyarendon2139 Год назад +33

    Yo admiro a esa linnnda madre ..Pujante Guerrera y muy laboriosa ..Me recuerda ala gente de mi región Paisa labradores y querendones de su tierra.. Un viva por ustedes linda familia ❣️ Dios los proteja

  • @SherylTaggart-hl5zk
    @SherylTaggart-hl5zk 2 месяца назад

    I can't afford Patreon so I'm so happy to see most of your videos on RUclips.

  • @adriennethenomad
    @adriennethenomad Год назад

    Whoever invented power washers deserves a medal. Therapeutic, efficient, clean. 😁

  • @kerrylynnparsons7879
    @kerrylynnparsons7879 Год назад +3

    Well done, Folks!!! You are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING at what you do!!! 🥰🎶❤️🌻🌻🌻🦋🌺

  • @mandyedgar4663
    @mandyedgar4663 Год назад

    😮 Look's so proud now standing.This all makes such a difference ... Well done 👏 ✔️

  • @doubleirish1
    @doubleirish1 Год назад +2

    The music you use is beautiful and soothing.

  • @dabronnes
    @dabronnes Год назад +6

    You three are shaming me, I put off just washing my kitchen floor and you are washing an entire chateau BY HAND! I am humbled.🥰

  • @mariannewilliams6566
    @mariannewilliams6566 Год назад

    Looks lovely your mother is a beautiful lady she never stops working

  • @dianac52176
    @dianac52176 Год назад

    Don’t forget to use a little WD-40 for the rusty shutter hinges. The chateau is looking beautiful. Your diligence, and hard work, all of you, is an inspiration. ❤

  • @jeanburgin160
    @jeanburgin160 Год назад

    Love how you are restoring the façade in stages. It is looking so very good. Can't wait to see how the canopy turns out! Amazing difference!!! Lovely.

  • @eugenius1192
    @eugenius1192 Год назад +2

    This gives a whole new meaning to 'house cleaning'.

  • @deloresserra6770
    @deloresserra6770 Год назад +2

    I’am sure if those walls could talk, they’d be giving YOUS a big thank you,for bring back her beauty. ❤️

  • @christinekrivoski8058
    @christinekrivoski8058 Год назад +3

    If you owned a pet store prior to this, how does everyone know how to do all these specialized jobs? You guys are amazing.

  • @melaniegardner7317
    @melaniegardner7317 Год назад +21

    Beautiful! This clean side is just stunning!

  • @TeresaOneill-h2m
    @TeresaOneill-h2m 9 месяцев назад

    Purchased my first little 2 bedroom home in the mountains in the US and had it professionally cleaned as I am getting close to 70. The cleaning was worth every shiny penny because my own little castle is shining!! I am sure you feel the same. GREAT JOB!

  • @boessheila50
    @boessheila50 Год назад +9

    Very nice job. TERRY AND Tracey. It's a reah refreshment to the Castle. 🏰 CASTLE WILL BE BEAUTIFUL !!

  • @annettegreer2425
    @annettegreer2425 Год назад +2

    Duty and devotion so lovingly delivered.

  • @heidihalderman1118
    @heidihalderman1118 Год назад

    I thought the chateau was red brick & granite. Or even painted to look like red brick. Low & behold it’s neutral grey tones. Much more pleasing. Great job.

  • @welldone8580
    @welldone8580 Год назад +2

    “Once you see it, you can’t unsee it”.
    First, let me say what a wonderful family and the transformation of the Chateau is amazing. I love Escape to the Dream…”
    The handrails have an interesting design, I just can’t stop unseeing it.

  • @sueineson6005
    @sueineson6005 Год назад +3

    The chateau is like a butterfly, emerging from its cocoon. Fabulous.

  • @kennethrush9363
    @kennethrush9363 Год назад +1

    Terry you and mum are fantastic you never stop once you start Lv to you all x

  • @kimberly_erin
    @kimberly_erin Год назад +1

    Still at the beginning of the video, just thinking that Tracy’s looking fantastic! Every video I think she’s looking younger!
    You guys make sure she doesn’t overdo it lifting heavy things, she seems like she has no stop button lol
    I hope that sooner rather than later your b and b business, along with the RUclips Channel generate enough money to rescue those walls from all the concrete. That old girl needs to breath! Keep up all of the fantastic work 😊

    • @kimberly_erin
      @kimberly_erin Год назад

      It looks fantastic! Thanks for the pictures in the chat part. Your editing is getting so good! Can’t wait for the next video!

  • @stephaniegaromon3244
    @stephaniegaromon3244 Год назад +1

    I’m so happy you are bringing it back to how it was built to look like, and not leaving some of the marks and grime. It’s a lot of work but It looks beautiful. xx

  • @lorilarkin827
    @lorilarkin827 Год назад +1

    Finally found time to watch this. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! SHE WILL SHINE AGAIN 🥰🇨🇦

  • @elisabeth6108
    @elisabeth6108 Год назад +2

    Watching you transform the staircase was so satisfying that I had to rewind and watch it again! I agree with Tracey that it makes it look like it was intended to look. A lot of elbow grease and a great outcome.

  • @pam7754
    @pam7754 Год назад +10

    Absolutely stunning! There are definite advantages to doing the work yourself because you can see the smaller details that need addressed. I can’t wait until the canopies are restored.

  • @chrisbrennen7898
    @chrisbrennen7898 Год назад +3

    The Love you all have for the Chateau is wonderful. She would be saying to you all Thank You ❤

  • @natiknatalik5878
    @natiknatalik5878 Год назад +1

    Вы такие молодцы!Такие трудяги! Очень классно все почистили!

  • @waynesmith3908
    @waynesmith3908 Год назад +6

    Step by step your hard work is paying off every day
    The stone work is coming along looking great
    and your filling in the repointing
    next fixing the rusty metal . Your a talented family xx

  • @wendygarrity218
    @wendygarrity218 Год назад +2

    Wow what a difference that side entrance looks great . It will look fantastic with the repointing is done . Looking forward to seeing the new lights you are going to replace the old ones with . Have a great week

  • @suzannestubbins
    @suzannestubbins Год назад +5

    Its looks wonderful. I didn't realized the turret has redish bricks, incredibly beautiful! Returning the chateau too it's former glory, I'm quite moved how it shines; standing proud once again. ❤❤❤

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +1

      Thanks Suzanne. No the mould is red. It will be coming off soon 😊😊

  • @l.m.2404
    @l.m.2404 Год назад +4

    I realize that in an era without Freudian analysts the design of your handrails was very popular but they still make me snicker. Sometimes, you just have to push that re-set button to do a proper job. Your decision was the correct one and the results speak for themselves. Lovely.

  • @sharonvitori4101
    @sharonvitori4101 Год назад +2

    Lovewatching

  • @rosavidal6588
    @rosavidal6588 Год назад +6

    Looking forward to the new video. ❤️

  • @janicerobinson2970
    @janicerobinson2970 Год назад +2

    The Chateau Looking Amazing What You All Done ✅💕

  • @donaldprice9569
    @donaldprice9569 Год назад

    All of you share a tremendous work ethic--how refreshing. Stay strong, you have quite a journey ahead.

  • @carolesmith6620
    @carolesmith6620 Год назад +2

    Stunning she is coming alive great work you guy's can not wait to see the finishing touche's the canopies and shutter's back beautiful chateau and you guy's wow what more can one say wow take care and see you all next time 💕🌼🤗

  • @reginahinkle7507
    @reginahinkle7507 Год назад +2

    I believe she definitely is Smiling! ❤😊

  • @dayzey40
    @dayzey40 Год назад +4

    I've watched some masons use a funnel like the bakers use to decorate cakes, to fill in the gaps. They just squeeze in the stuff between the rock gaps and then smooth it out...its a great idea and it looks a lot easier to fill in the gaps. You should look into making one durable enough, to fill in gaps in the stone walls and under the stairs. You have lots of stone to fill gap in and it would go a lot faster for you.

  • @jodieshannon5033
    @jodieshannon5033 Год назад +1

    She is looking really alive now. Your all doing an awesome job ❤️keep up the great work , love watching your lovely family ❤️

  • @chrishumphreys150
    @chrishumphreys150 6 месяцев назад

    You guys are amazing. I could watch you powerwashing granite all day!!! So happy ive heaps ofvideos to go but catching up with you!.

  • @cherryrichley1935
    @cherryrichley1935 Год назад +2

    Yet another ✔️ in the box I am amazed at you all a true team you used to talk of a plan one year two year five year are you on Track because for me it’s all going and changing so fast anyway good luck with everything sending my love to you all

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Год назад +1

      Hi Cherry. We did and gave up. There’s no schedule. What gets done now gets done and what doesn’t. 😂😂 we still have plans, but we have 3-4 things at a time on it as this is France and even if we organised it, we can never guarantee that we will get it done 😂😂

    • @cherryrichley1935
      @cherryrichley1935 Год назад +1

      @@ashleywaters7198 bless you it must be very frustrating at times but I am always waiting with anticipation to see the next vlog you bring me such joy and I love you all take care of yourself and each other bless you all

  • @DEEDEE-cn1ud
    @DEEDEE-cn1ud Год назад +2

    Just a little job... NOT! Wow! I hope you rest up good each night after so much hard work. You are probably discovering muscles you didn't know you had. Been there. Ash, I think you forgot to wear your safety harness while repointing the cement. Take care and stay healthy, on this demanding job. Wonderful out come for all this sweat equity your family is putting into that chateau.

  • @thewilliamseswonderfulworld
    @thewilliamseswonderfulworld Год назад +2

    It’s such a huge difference. The sun is shining & you get a chance to finish it off. ❤

  • @EldaMariafly
    @EldaMariafly Год назад +1

    Wow! Those stairs look amazing! You guys must drop into bed at night in total exhaustion!! You are all amazing!!!

  • @The57gail
    @The57gail Год назад +4

    The phoenix rises! Love the pineapple on the stairs. You all remain the hardest workers in the chateau world.

  • @davidh0809
    @davidh0809 Год назад +1

    11:15 I never realized, or noticed, how R Rated the railing at the stairway actually is! I doubt it was intentional, but now I cannot unsee it. Oh no!

  • @Randy8923
    @Randy8923 Год назад +4

    Excellent work! The chateau is looking so beautiful. Blessings.

  • @tracieyeo4152
    @tracieyeo4152 Год назад

    Oh my! That railing needs to go 🤭 I can’t unsee it now 😂

  • @Tassiebranch24
    @Tassiebranch24 Год назад +1

    Ohhhh, it’s like a stunning fairytale castle, just breathtaking 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😍😍😍

  • @alc7020
    @alc7020 Год назад +1

    Beautifully done; once again the grey lady is beautiful❣️

  • @hughw8543
    @hughw8543 Год назад

    Great job. And again, so sensible to take advantage of the scaffolding to do those small filler jobs. Even if there's no apparent huge problem, any cracks like that aid water ingress with potentially catastrophic results. Bravo 🥰

  • @jeniferpollonais6546
    @jeniferpollonais6546 Год назад +2

    It’s looking fantastic! The Chateau has come a long way!

  • @linajackson4545
    @linajackson4545 Год назад +1

    How exquisite is that little door at the base of the tower. ❤

  • @lindamounts2193
    @lindamounts2193 Год назад

    Terry, you and Tracy are a wonderful team!

  • @jenwhi7778
    @jenwhi7778 Год назад +1

    How so amazing. She really is starting to shine and sparkle ✨ 💖

  • @lindanewsome5670
    @lindanewsome5670 Год назад

    The music is so beautiful it goes with the Chateau Each stone says look at me I’m alive great job Terry and Tracy.

  • @linajackson4545
    @linajackson4545 Год назад +2

    Your choice of music during the timelapses is perfect. So relaxing to watch the transformation of this beautiful pice of French history

  • @teepeeX
    @teepeeX Год назад +3

    You all have done a fantastic job, yes i was going to ask about staircase ... looking good 😊

  • @judihopewell2499
    @judihopewell2499 Год назад +1

    I know its a hard slog, but it is so worthwhile. Superb.