It's been wonderful being a part of this community the last 22 months and seeing it grow with amazing people. I need to ask for your help, and I don't like asking for help; but with Stephanie and Nati's permission, I've included a link to my fundraising effort for medical expenses. Having Covid twice has damaged my heart and now I have to have open heart surgery - a triple bypass after the holidays. I don't have a choice. I live in the USA and honestly, our insurance is terrible and medical costs are outrageous. If you can help me in any way, I would truly be grateful with what's facing me next month.
Stephanie understands how to not "swim against the current'. Incorporating Dan da Man & his drone skills and much beloved van into a regular shopping trip..... is genius. The viaduct picnic was brilliant! Well done you!
☃️🎅🤶🥂Merry Christmas What more could one want A Outing with Dan the Gardener, beer,🍻 cheese 🧀 And a absolutely beautiful Water Way, with a view 🕊 Oh my goodness Cheese tray looks delicious 😋🎄👌
Suddenly seeing Stephanie driving Dan's van made me LOLLLL!!! It's not everyday we get to visit the Cheese Bar Gas Station... That viaduct was spectacular!
I’m so looking forward to seeing your Aunt and Uncle. Thank you for sharing your family and friends with all of us. You have ignited a Christmas light in France that is shining around the world. ❤️
Kirsty, that’s one lovely Christmas 🎄 Wreath !!! 👌 👌 Oh my … Dan’s side comments are really hilarious !!! Hahaha 😂 🤣 Beer and cheese in such a lovely setting … just perfect 👍 Appreciate the beauty of the Aqueduct with that fantastic drone shot !!! 👍 👍 👍
I really loved this.Oh thee kindred spirits. Kirsty what a marvelous wreath, absolutely beautiful. Loved visiting the petrol station come cheese shop. Have seen it before with you but love it. Stunning collection. Love Dan the clown..always funny and the drone footage of the area was beautiful. I so love the countryside. I could not be left alone in the room with that cheese board lol... This was a bit of everything we love about being part of La Lande, simply cant wait to visit. thank you x
The gate wreath is fabulous. It took a lot of effort to make it. Everyone who passes by, or through the gates to Lalande, will love and appreciate it. Cheeses and beer - Yuum!
Who would have guessed that a vlog titled The Cheese You Need At Christmas would generate more than the usual amount of laughter. The switcheroo of drivers catches you off-guard, you guffaw in delight. The meld of Dan's style into Stephanie's vlog (the music), it's like, "Wait a minute here....." the traipsing off to get cheese when you hope you know where you're going, the chatter, and the lovely wreath wrought by Kirsty --- and then "singing to the wreath," everything was perfectly upbeat, fun and funny. Thank you for the smiles! I just love this one, one of your BEST. (And let's not forget the cute quips from Philip, Dan and Amaury.)
Seeing the three of you walking away from the camera on the viaduct was simply charming! Dan's filming from the viaduct was excellent but his beer bottle opening was par excellence! Dan, man of many talents for sure. Happy Advent All ! :) Kirsty's wreath is truly gorgeous.
This was fun and funny. I was wondering what the cheese lady was thinking of those earmuffs. 😂 wreath was beautiful. Dan hotwiring his own van was hilarious.
Kudos kristi! The wreath is beautiful! I about choked on the just not any riff raff comment!! I learned how to pop beer caps like that in Canada, lol! Enough said. Hat bridge and scenery was stunning! Love the cheese at the petrol station. There are actually oddly placed things in the US too. Everyone finds their niche in strange places!
So many things to delight in this vlog. All the activities were outstanding! The drone shots of you three on the viaduct were particularly stunning! I need to watch this again.
i get that sometimes i rewind, but to tell you the truth i watch a second time. and sometimes when i am done, older ones come on and i just watch those too. One of these days i am going back to the advent, when you held much of it in the blue peacock room. That was my favorite... Though i loved the one where you made the tea party layer porcelean holders from the dishes and cups...
A very beautiful wreath for the front gates of the chateaux. This was funny an expedition to find the cheese 🧀 station and a beer on the Viaduct, reminded me of Harry Potter fly by car 🚙 so beautiful!
I’m enjoying your daily vlogs. I have to go to the hospital daily for 21 IV treatments for an infection. I play your vlog (and Dan’s) each day to pass the time. Wado (thank you) for what I know is extra work. I appreciate each one.
Love how you incorporated Dan's music while he unbelieveable allowed you to drive his van. How great fun.... blast watching this video. Plus the most adventurous cheeze shop in the world.
Beautiful wreath Kristy and Cheese board Maria!! Loved the trip to town for the cheese and the walk to the viaduct for beer and cheese. Beautiful drone footage, the drone in front of you and in back of you, sounds like a bee buzzy. Always fun to visit you at advent and throughout the year. This will be my first Christmas without my husband of 50 years, he died, will be 5 months on Christmas day. Lots of sadness around the world this season of joy. But our faith in Jesus Christ keeps us going. It's not over till it is over!!!
I have watched this three times so far... between the switching drivers scene (and everyone in Danny P's sunglasses) to the fantastic scenery at the viaduct, this one is perfection! Merry Advent you beautiful people!!
The viaduct is breathtaking!! Wow!! And the wreath from Kirsty is so beautiful!! I wished Marie Wiik would join you for christmas!! She is creating her own business in Haworth and I love her videos too!!😍😍 Lots of love from Switzerland🤗
Encore une vidéo ingénieuse 💡💡💡! Ce montage et ces scénarios, si drôles ! So smart and clever ! Kirsty, cette couronne de bienvenue est faramineuse, royale !! Stéphanie, tu sembles sortie d’une bande dessinée avec cette tenue colorée et ces « rennes » d’oreilles 😄 et ce trio avec Dan et Maria 😂 !! Une réussite !! Ce plateau de fromages 🤩 😋 !!! Et tous ces accompagnements 😋 !! “Nothing is normal here (LaLande )” dixit a famous philosopher Daniel Preston 😄 ! À demain ! 🌸🌸🌸
That wreath is so beautiful! I love it! And the red cape! I didn't think the viaduct would be Harry Potter style! I thought it was a little bridge until the drone shots! Loved you guys switching seats when driving the "VAN"
What a beautiful view ! Stunning! Kristy you are so talented - what a beautiful wreath! I loved the switching of the guards behind the “:stolen car”. These vlogs have brought me in to the Holiday spirit ! What is crazy , is unlike so many vlogs I really get the sense of community and positive vibes from both those in the vlog and the comments. It really brings comfort and joy 🤩 to this season!
This is my favorite Diary. It is calmer. It is rural France at it's most honest. The cheese shop salesperson is all business. The viaduct drone shots are stunning. Dan, Marie and Stephanie are relaxed together. The van is the star.
Oh I had a grin throughout today’s visit with lovely lalanders. Hmm to bad the cheese man was not there today, lol! Kirsty your wreath was fabulous well done Luv. Wow now that’s a cheese board enjoy yummy! Blessings to all stay safe take care. Ontario Canada 🐝
Gorgeous big wreath, Kirsty! This was a fun, cheese expedition, complete with amazing viaduct footage, and creative drivers 😁 Don't know how you do it, but you do! Happy advent! Don't forget the chapel, and our good Lord.
Only Stephanie could make what would usually be an ordinary drive to the cheese shop, a memorable adventure. I love how she makes everything so much fun ✨
Merry Christmas and thank you all for making it happy for us too. Kirsty's wreath is the most beautiful and amazing I have ever seen! Congratulations Kirsty. 👏 Dan the wonder Man is on fabulous form, live the,'hard and strong,' cheese quip! Oh la la😉 Maria is so beautiful and an absolute delight, I adore her flower arrangements, so fresh with a wild meadow style, absolutely gorgeous. Dan's van is epic, hot wiring, go Dan. Cheese feast par excellence with a stunning arrangement. Little Red Riding Hood Stephanie, avoid the wolves in the forest. Xxxx🤗🌟🎄
Loved the three of you out on an excursion.. Kristys wreath is fantastic! And Dan the man always to the rescue with his life hacks.. lol LOVE you guy's! ❤
Who could not love Stephanie & all the LaLanders? Stephanie is like a little woodland fairy dashing here & there sprinkling everyone with her happy dust. La Lande is like Happy Land 😁. Xxxx❤️🇬🇧😘😍
Stephanie, you looked fantastic in your red cape and red outfit! The cheese board made me so hungry that I'm off to buy some! Kirsty created a beautiful, perfect gate wreath! She has many talents. Merry Advent all!
It's been wonderful being a part of this community the last 22 months and seeing it grow with amazing people. I need to ask for your help, and I don't like asking for help; but with Stephanie and Nati's permission, I've included a link to my fundraising effort for medical expenses. Having Covid twice has damaged my heart and now I have to have open heart surgery - a triple bypass after the holidays. I don't have a choice. I live in the USA and honestly, our insurance is terrible and medical costs are outrageous. If you can help me in any way, I would truly be grateful with what's facing me next month.
We're all thinking of you Michael and wish you the very best.
@@TheChateauDiaries Thank you so much for your love and support! ❤🥰❤
Sent you a little donation, I wish you well Michael xxx
@@TheFiown Thank you! I appreciate it!
I wish I could help you. I’ll send thoughts and prayers your way!
I just love Stephanie’s enthusiasm for everything, big and small. More people need to be as joyful as Stephanie. Love everyone at Lalonde.
KIRSTY'S wreath is stunning.
Maria has a beautiful personality. She is such a positive addition to the entourage.
She is multi talented and a humble perfectionist
I'm so happy seeing her back! 😃
Dan, the gardener, cool as a cucumber, in his van with two giggling girls.
The wreath is beautiful.
Stephanie 🥰 I LOVE your Rudolph reindeer ear-muffs!
The driver change bit was hilarious 😂
Stephanie is the worlds best Sport! She rolls with any situation!
Just love the walk you went on the country side is just beautiful with the sunset.
Stephanie understands how to not "swim against the current'. Incorporating Dan da Man & his drone skills and much beloved van into a regular shopping trip..... is genius. The viaduct picnic was brilliant! Well done you!
So good. Dan has turned your impromptu beer & cheese into something visually spectacular .
The drone shot was magnificent!!
☃️🎅🤶🥂Merry Christmas
What more could one want
A Outing with Dan the Gardener, beer,🍻 cheese 🧀
And a absolutely beautiful
Water Way, with a view 🕊
Oh my goodness Cheese tray looks delicious 😋🎄👌
Kirsty’s wreathe is absolutely beautiful x
Yes, she did such an amazing job!!! It's beautiful!
I am a florist. And let me tell you she did it very well. You are absolutely right, Rebecca!
I think Kirsty may turn out to be one of those quiet hidden gems in the Chateau. I’m coming to love her more and more.
The drone shots of all of you in the gorgeous scenery on the ancient viaduct! Fabulous!
Yes and with that song worked beautifully
Only you, Stephanie, can make reindeer earmuffs look elegant!! That cheese board was beautiful. What a treat!
Suddenly seeing Stephanie driving Dan's van made me LOLLLL!!! It's not everyday we get to visit the Cheese Bar Gas Station... That viaduct was spectacular!
I’m so looking forward to seeing your Aunt and Uncle. Thank you for sharing your family and friends with all of us. You have ignited a Christmas light in France that is shining around the world. ❤️
I'm shocked and surprised that Dan didn't need to use the digger to hang the wreath!
Yeah me too. Was quite taken aback when he didn't immediately go get his digger. Are they expensive? I'd like one too. Dan has convinced me...
😂 😂 😂
🤣🤣🤣
Surely the question should be, can you afford NOT to have a digger…….
Cirstie put her heart into that wreath! Beautiful!
Wow , beautiful wreath Kirsty. X🇨🇮
As the sunlight hit the wreath….stunning. Great job Kirstie! 🎄
Kirsty, that’s one lovely Christmas 🎄 Wreath !!! 👌 👌
Oh my … Dan’s side comments are really hilarious !!! Hahaha 😂 🤣
Beer and cheese in such a lovely setting … just perfect 👍
Appreciate the beauty of the Aqueduct with that fantastic drone shot !!! 👍 👍 👍
Oh my goodness, can’t stop laughing, did anyone else catch the girls wearing Dan ‘s sunglasses as they drove. Made my day. 😎
Bianca- that’s Maria. She’s an awesome cook and l just love her wit and range of knowledge too. Merry Christmas.
They switched seats and took turns driving too. Lol!
@@kerryharding5587 completely agree, she is just lovely 😊
I had to pause the video. That wreath is seriously EPIC. Wow!!
Kirstie’s wreath is perfect. ❤️
That wreath needs a big red bow, it is lovely!
Dan I like the way you picked up the bottle caps, very thoughtful.
I really loved this.Oh thee kindred spirits. Kirsty what a marvelous wreath, absolutely beautiful. Loved visiting the petrol station come cheese shop. Have seen it before with you but love it. Stunning collection. Love Dan the clown..always funny and the drone footage of the area was beautiful. I so love the countryside. I could not be left alone in the room with that cheese board lol... This was a bit of everything we love about being part of La Lande, simply cant wait to visit. thank you x
"Few times in a park" 😂😂 good man hahaha I always feel like a glass of wine when I watch this 😄
The gate wreath is fabulous. It took a lot of effort to make it. Everyone who passes by, or through the gates to Lalande, will love and appreciate it. Cheeses and beer - Yuum!
Kirsty's wreath is beautiful. 💕
Dan slowly saying “nothing is normal here” made me laugh so hard 😆
A great big red bow on the top of the giant gate wreath would be stunning.
Who would have guessed that a vlog titled The Cheese You Need At Christmas would generate more than the usual amount of laughter. The switcheroo of drivers catches you off-guard, you guffaw in delight. The meld of Dan's style into Stephanie's vlog (the music), it's like, "Wait a minute here....." the traipsing off to get cheese when you hope you know where you're going, the chatter, and the lovely wreath wrought by Kirsty --- and then "singing to the wreath," everything was perfectly upbeat, fun and funny. Thank you for the smiles! I just love this one, one of your BEST. (And let's not forget the cute quips from Philip, Dan and Amaury.)
Steph managed to get Dan to sing! Remarkable. He must have some incredible job description with Lalande 😉👍😂
Sorta wished everyone was in festive wear like strphanie
At least there were games. Musical chairs, sunglasses and drivers 😉😂👍
Seeing the three of you walking away from the camera on the viaduct was simply charming! Dan's filming from the viaduct was excellent but his beer bottle opening was par excellence! Dan, man of many talents for sure. Happy Advent All ! :) Kirsty's wreath is truly gorgeous.
This was fun and funny. I was wondering what the cheese lady was thinking of those earmuffs. 😂 wreath was beautiful. Dan hotwiring his own van was hilarious.
maybe after christmas steph can wear snow man ear muffs
OMG Kirsty that wreath is stunning wow wow
Kudos kristi! The wreath is beautiful!
I about choked on the just not any riff raff comment!!
I learned how to pop beer caps like that in Canada, lol! Enough said.
Hat bridge and scenery was stunning!
Love the cheese at the petrol station. There are actually oddly placed things in the US too. Everyone finds their niche in strange places!
So many things to delight in this vlog. All the activities were outstanding! The drone shots of you three on the viaduct were particularly stunning! I need to watch this again.
i get that sometimes i rewind, but to tell you the truth i watch a second time. and sometimes when i am done, older ones come on and i just watch those too. One of these days i am going back to the advent, when you held much of it in the blue peacock room. That was my favorite... Though i loved the one where you made the tea party layer porcelean holders from the dishes and cups...
This is one of your most whimsical episodes ever. Very sweet and charming,
Thank you.
A very beautiful wreath for the front gates of the chateaux. This was funny an expedition to find the cheese 🧀 station and a beer on the Viaduct, reminded me of Harry Potter fly by car 🚙 so beautiful!
I’m enjoying your daily vlogs. I have to go to the hospital daily for 21 IV treatments for an infection. I play your vlog (and Dan’s) each day to pass the time. Wado (thank you) for what I know is extra work. I appreciate each one.
Praying for your healing Michael 🙏💗
Love how you incorporated Dan's music while he unbelieveable allowed you to drive his van. How great fun.... blast watching this video. Plus the most adventurous cheeze shop in the world.
Stephanie's vlogs are the best! Much love from Oklahoma USA Jackie 🇺🇸💖
Beautiful wreath Kristy and Cheese board Maria!! Loved the trip to town for the cheese and the walk to the viaduct for beer and cheese. Beautiful drone footage, the drone in front of you and in back of you, sounds like a bee buzzy. Always fun to visit you at advent and throughout the year. This will be my first Christmas without my husband of 50 years, he died, will be 5 months on Christmas day. Lots of sadness around the world this season of joy. But our faith in Jesus Christ keeps us going. It's not over till it is over!!!
It is very hard the first year. I pray for peace and comfort for you over the festive season
😔I can’t imagine how you must feel, wishing you 🙏strength & peace💕
I have watched this three times so far... between the switching drivers scene (and everyone in Danny P's sunglasses) to the fantastic scenery at the viaduct, this one is perfection! Merry Advent you beautiful people!!
Stunning drone footage of you all on the viaduct in perfect light! What a gorgeous, unexpected Christmas adventure 😊
The viaduct is breathtaking!! Wow!!
And the wreath from Kirsty is so beautiful!!
I wished Marie Wiik would join you for christmas!!
She is creating her own business in Haworth and I love her videos too!!😍😍
Lots of love from Switzerland🤗
Wow, I love cheese too! Well done opening the beer bottles Dan....Jack of all trades!!!!
The wreath is incredible, I love it.
Encore une vidéo ingénieuse 💡💡💡! Ce montage et ces scénarios, si drôles ! So smart and clever !
Kirsty, cette couronne de bienvenue est faramineuse, royale !!
Stéphanie, tu sembles sortie d’une bande dessinée avec cette tenue colorée et ces « rennes » d’oreilles 😄 et ce trio avec Dan et Maria 😂 !! Une réussite !!
Ce plateau de fromages 🤩 😋 !!! Et tous ces accompagnements 😋 !! “Nothing is normal here (LaLande )” dixit a famous philosopher Daniel Preston 😄 !
À demain !
🌸🌸🌸
Kirsty's wreath is beautiful well done kirsty. Lol at Stephanie and Maria driving Dan's van 😂 another brilliant video
Like how the aviator sunglasses are de rigueur to be in the driver's seat 😄
That wreath is GORGEOUS!!!
That WREATH!!!!!!! Just amazing 🤩 well done! Sending love to all who are responsible for this wonderful vlog.
That wreath is so beautiful! I love it! And the red cape! I didn't think the viaduct would be Harry Potter style! I thought it was a little bridge until the drone shots! Loved you guys switching seats when driving the "VAN"
That wreath is incredible!
Wonderful wreath, Kirstie!
The scenes in this video were amazing.
Oh Joy! The viaduct was wonderful. Merry Advent to all of you fine folks!
I love the "getting ready for Xmas" videos! So much fun to move beyond the gift opening and the tree:)
What a beautiful view ! Stunning! Kristy you are so talented - what a beautiful wreath! I loved the switching of the guards behind the “:stolen car”. These vlogs have brought me in to the Holiday spirit ! What is crazy , is unlike so many vlogs I really get the sense of community and positive vibes from both those in the vlog and the comments. It really brings comfort and joy 🤩 to this season!
Great drone shots
Love this new trio adventures cheers to the beer 🍺
stephanie you have such a wonderful spirit. Don't lose it.................you are delightful..........just delightful
This is my favorite Diary. It is calmer. It is rural France at it's most honest. The cheese shop salesperson is all business. The viaduct drone shots are stunning. Dan, Marie and Stephanie are relaxed together. The van is the star.
Thanks Dan for sharing the sick drone shots!! I would not have guessed y’all were that high up. Absolutely stunning view!
Kristi, the wreath is amazing. Well done, Merry Christmas!
Oh I had a grin throughout today’s visit with lovely lalanders. Hmm to bad the cheese man was not there today, lol! Kirsty your wreath was fabulous well done Luv. Wow now that’s a cheese board enjoy yummy! Blessings to all stay safe take care. Ontario Canada 🐝
I think the wreath up the gate should be another staple tradition. Love the singing ceremony after that!
The viaduct was breathtaking!! Thank you for enduring the cold to let us see it!
Gorgeous big wreath, Kirsty! This was a fun, cheese expedition, complete with amazing viaduct footage, and creative drivers 😁 Don't know how you do it, but you do! Happy advent! Don't forget the chapel, and our good Lord.
What a lovely drone view of you 3 on the viaduct. And yum cheese 🧀😋
Stunning wreath, viaduct views and cheese platter... plus the red outfit 👌🥰
Only Stephanie could make what would usually be an ordinary drive to the cheese shop, a memorable adventure. I love how she makes everything so much fun ✨
What a great vlog!The walk was beautiful!
Beer, cheese and stunning views - perfect day!
The wreath is beautiful!!! Wonderful video!! Love from Vermont
Wow...those drone shots were EPIC!!!!! Such a fun afternoon they all had. Can hardly wait to meet Auntie & Uncle!!
Merry Christmas and thank you all for making it happy for us too. Kirsty's wreath is the most beautiful and amazing I have ever seen! Congratulations Kirsty. 👏 Dan the wonder Man is on fabulous form, live the,'hard and strong,' cheese quip! Oh la la😉 Maria is so beautiful and an absolute delight, I adore her flower arrangements, so fresh with a wild meadow style, absolutely gorgeous. Dan's van is epic, hot wiring, go Dan. Cheese feast par excellence with a stunning arrangement. Little Red Riding Hood Stephanie, avoid the wolves in the forest. Xxxx🤗🌟🎄
Imagine what the wreath would look like from afar if you added lights! Nevertheless it looks beautiful! Good job Kirsty.
Lovely, the wreath, the drive and drivers, the beer and cheese with sky shots and all the beautiful people of Lalande🎄❤️🤠❤️
Gosh 17 already !!! Amazing footage on the viaduct... what a place to share any drink !!!! 🌲🌲⭐⭐🏰🏰🦘🦘
Love the song “Making Christmas Memories “ by Jaslyn Edgar - so energetic!
That was an hilarious cheese expedition. I normally just go to the supermarket this was much more exciting.
Dan and his blue block glasses! 👓 Lol! 😂.... They do look nice on him.
The wreath is stunning .y'all can add lights and a big bow. But Gorgeous as is.So beautiful.
Loved the three of you out on an excursion..
Kristys wreath is fantastic!
And Dan the man always to the rescue with his life hacks.. lol
LOVE you guy's! ❤
Beautiful wreath, fun road trip, jealous of those beautiful cheeses, the viaduct was huge and beautiful and a road trip in the green van, yay!
Loved the van section
So great!! What a view - on the viaduct and the cheese display! 💜🦚🎄⭐️
Wonderful sunset in Norfolk yesterday too, all pink and blue with a clear moon, then very foggy! Great vlog, great views!
I love so much the addition of music to your Chateau Videos. Great!!!
Who could not love Stephanie & all the LaLanders? Stephanie is like a little woodland fairy dashing here & there sprinkling everyone with her happy dust. La Lande is like Happy Land 😁. Xxxx❤️🇬🇧😘😍
Thus far my favorite advent xmas video!
The Driving scene was adorable and the drone shots of the viaduct was beautiful!
The wreath is simply stunning! As much as I live life at Lalande, it’s so much fun visiting shops. Loved all the cheeses and telling us about them
Love Nothings normal at Lalande....What a gorgeous view for a Christmas memory
Kristy love the wreath and your dimpled smiling nature. Fun views of France. I always love believe I am in France everyday with you all.
Stephanie, you looked fantastic in your red cape and red outfit! The cheese board made me so hungry that I'm off to buy some! Kirsty created a beautiful, perfect gate wreath! She has many talents. Merry Advent all!
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there😊😁😁
Kristy's wreath is beyond amazing! Absolutely beautiful vlog, especially footage your walk along the viaduct.