"One of our neighbours with a new dress... Another neighbour in need of help with his plumbing." This is the key to your success, Andre. You've made us all your neighbours -- from all over the world.
Don't fall into the trap of feeling pressured to make videos even when you don't feel like it. A lot of youtubers do that and the content suffers. Better quality than quantity, I say. Happy Easter!
As much as I look forward to your weekly videos, I hope you do take time off as needed! Taking care of yourself is important. Will patiently await your next one.
I find your dry humour hilarious. I hardly ever laugh out loud, but when I watch your videos, my husband often wonders what I'm chuckling about. Keep on doing what you're doing. Love, from South Africa.
As much as I like watching your remodeling of the tiny house, I especially enjoy your gardening videos. I am looking forward to seeing your flowers bloom.
Love the weekly uploads but absolutely make sure to take time for yourself! And make videos you're proud of, don't feel like you need to push them out for us - we're along for the ride and will be here whenever you upload!
The flamenco music was perfect. The shadows of the trees on the grass are beautiful. Your comments in Spanish are hilarious. You have a wry sense of humor which I appreciate.
The journey you've invited us to accompany you on has been so lovely, I think you deserve a day off now and again. Should there be any howls of disagreement, you just tell them I said to "SHUSH". ;)
@@expatmoose I would NEVER tell Andre to shush!! Now, anyone who gives him a hard time...that's a different story altogether. Feel free to come join the 'SHUSH ARMY' if you like. We're accepting new recruits. :) :)
my darling friend, as a magnolia owner myself, I would like to say to relocate your plant. it WILL get much much bigger. mine is now a 17' tall tree with a crown almost that big .
I'd reconsider the bamboo as well, as they spread by underground roots, and are extremely difficult to get rid. Where I live there are some patches that have spread to cover nearly an acre, and if you dig it up,if you leave the least bit of root it will regrow. If you leàve the magnolia where it is you will have to trim off the branches close to the house. It would be better to plant somewhere near the edge of the yard where you can admire it from the porch.
The red, though - stunning 😍 ❣️ If it’s a dwarf magnolia varietal - should be fine. But if not, let me take you around to the side of my complex to show you my 20 feet tall Magnolias...🎉
One of the corollaries of Murphy's Law is that everything will take twice as long as you think it will, but there's no point in planning for it because then it will take four times as long 😉
I honestly love that holidays and Sundays prohibit loud noises and that you follow them. It's not something that most people follow where I live. It gets distracting/annoying at times when you just want to have a quiet time after a week-long of pandemonium.
@@y.lelivelt2619 I’m not sure! My Opa was from Germany and came over to America when my mother was 7 with my Oma. I grew up with him basically always doing something for other people so I always assumed it was just his personality. But it seems like it’s a German thing, or at least that area
Take a breather whenever you need it Andre, maybe you could save some if your footage on those weeks when you've worked so hard to give yourself a breather. Happy Easter!
I’m in Kentucky and look forward to your videos every week. That’s the cutest little house and I really enjoy watching the two of you work on it. You to make the cutest couple. Rick
SPLENDID - the way you planted the flower beds full enough to make a strong statement, and placed a smaller bed to balance the first bed. I look forward to seeing these plants grow during this summer season. Good choices, good artistic design, good layering of plant styles and forms.
Andre, you are edging very close to 100K subscribers! When this happens, I think a big celebration will be in order! Shall I place the order for the champagne?
I am in LOVE with that extendable handle push broom. Those are just the thing for sweeping a roof - I need to see if we can find one here. Thank you for being amenable to weekly content - and of course we'll understand if you need a break. Though if we don't have a heads up, we'll probably worry that something happened to you!
The garden looks amazing! Good luck with the wildflower garden. Those hydrangeas will get very big and the magnolia is such a beautiful color of red!! Every summer my husband has to cut out the root away from under one of our walkway stone pavers with a reciprocating saw. I noticed it was rocking again today!
Happy Easter! This episode was extremely welcoming! I had such a stressful week and missing my family today, especially my grandmother. She was a gardener too. Your episode today brought back fond memories of her. Thank you. Loved the music!
Although I live in New Jersey, and I’m a naturalized American, I am born Spanish. So I enjoy the Spanish Flamenco music and your use of a few words in Spanish. Got a big kick out of it!
Hello I'm writing to you from Santiago de Chile. I laughed a lot today with your video, especially for your comments in Spanish. I wish you both a Happy Easter
I had to pause the video numerous times to laugh out loud. What a sense of humour. Thank you - your videos are, quite simply, delightful. Happy Easter to you both.
You made that driveway project look so easy! I also laughed when it looked like you regarded that last root after you pulled it out. It’s always something with my DIY projects... it seems yours mostly go fine.
Thanks you for brightening an otherwise boring Sunday stuck in hospital. The doctors want to say I have cancer, but they can’t find a place to of origin. My appetite is better, so there’s that.
Happy Easter! There is something about your videos, I just love watching them. Your getting there. 98.5K subscribers. Bet you never expected anything like this when you first started.
Thank you Andre, it is simply a true pleasure to watch how you have been transforming this cottage...and I love you being you. Congrats on your journey
Your videos are a favorite part of my weekend! I love seeing the progress and thank you for inviting us on your journey! Ill add my voice to the chorus asking how your neighbor liked the new door, and I hope he's doing well. I hope your Easter was pleasant!
Andre you're a shining beacon in tough times! We love your videos, and we love you/Laslo! Please take as much time as you need, everyone needs time off to rest! I'd rather wait a few weeks and know you are healthy and happy! Love, Gavin and Valentina 🥰
Thank you for brightening my morning with beauty (the flowers) and laughter. You are very entertaining and sometimes, very funny. I really enjoy your videos and envy your many skills. Btw, the house looks beautiful. Happy Easter to both of you...
Verfolge deine Sendung jeden Sonntag und finde es ist ein tolles Projekt. Nur jetzt muss ich mal dir helfen überdenke den Abstand der Pflanzen und gerade Bambus solltest du ein Wanne benutzen sonst hast du bald kein Spaß mehr!
Love the hammock at the end! Relaxing after all that work just looks like heaven ☺️I’m so excited for warmer temps, flowers and trees with leaves again!!! This little house is going to be lovely!🥰 The thumbnail photo “listen to me” was funny especially with the bunny ears missing🤣👏🏻😂
You’re such a hard worker. I think you are the envy of your little community! That was quite enjoyable to watch. Happy Easter (you’re probably asleep now)! Take care 🐣 🇨🇦 ❤️
The little cottage is looking so nice. You always do such a great job on everything you do. Love the flowers and new driveway. Happy Easter to you and Laslo. Have a wonderful day.
Okay, I am just so much in awe of you. You are funny, smart and very hard working. I love everything you showed us today. I learn something new every time I watch your videos. Thank you.
Bro, Spring fever! Gotta love it!) Good choice on removing the roots on the driveway, they can kill your foundation as well. Cheers guys and love chilling on Sundays with you content.
You make me laugh! That was a lot of work. I especially like learning about new products or ones I had not heard of. The hammock looks a well deserved wonderfulness.
Happy Easter 🐣 to you both, hopefully you’ll both get some time off to enjoy the beautiful weather. Ohh how we are all missing our holidays abroad. ✈️ Just do what you can and rest when it is required.
It's so perplexing... every week I think, "This is my favorite video." But really... THIS IS MY FAVORITE VIDEO!!! I L'dOL when you explained Bonita stopped by.... "in her new dress!" I don't know why that tickled me so! Well-earned nap in the hammock! Thank you for a wonderful visit but, most of all... Glücklichen Ostern! Abscheid!
Oh that Magnolia! It’s going to be so lovely with the Hydrangeas.There’s nothing like a 3 day weekend for getting things done. It looked like the weather was stunning. Spring makes my heart sing. Enjoy!!!
How big does the magnolia grow? I’m a little concerned about how close it is to the house. Ours is huge. The roots may damage the foundation, and the branches rub on the roof.
I just found this channel last week and have now binge watched it up to date! My husband and I just purchased a 600 square foot tiny lake house from the 30's with an almost identical lay out and are just begining DIY renovations. What a joy to have found a similar project to follow along, get ideas, and most of all encouragement from! Thank you Andre and Laslow for your thoughtful, relaxing and positive approach to the amazing project! P.S. I think the time lapse noises of hammering, sawing, nailing and such have an ASMR effect on me....does anyone else feel that way? LOL
Howdy Andre & Laslo!!!! When you were playing the Spanish music, all you need was for the two of you to do a flamingco dance! ;) Happy Easter Gentlemen!!!
Thoroughly enjoyed the video this week Andre - you got so much accomplished! Well deserved hammock time 👏 Breaks are important and you will want to enjoy your beautiful surroundings this summer with Lazslo, family and friends - enjoy!
Happy Easter to you Andre, your Magnolia (vulcan) within a few years is going to grow to about 6 metres tall and be quite broad, possibly you may want to shift further out from your house. Regards
If your clumping bamboo is like ours, it doesn't spread fast . It does however get to be about 10 feet around and 14 feet high. Ours took years to do it but is now huge! Ours is about 25 years old now and that seems to be as big as it gets.
"One of our neighbours with a new dress... Another neighbour in need of help with his plumbing." This is the key to your success, Andre. You've made us all your neighbours -- from all over the world.
Yes. I know you better than neighbours in my street.
Well said!
Andre, my German neighbour. . . yes, it has a nice ring to it!
When André said that I immediately thought what a lovely community they have.
"Bonita" ! :D
Don't fall into the trap of feeling pressured to make videos even when you don't feel like it. A lot of youtubers do that and the content suffers. Better quality than quantity, I say. Happy Easter!
What? No, feel pressured! I want to watch the flowers grow next week 😁
@@Amanda-jd8xs you would rather sacrifice his wellbeing just because you want to watch flowers grow?
Absolutely!
@@alexzanders8552 calm down! It was a joke and he is a grown man capable of looking after his wellbeing dude. ☺
I totally agree. You should take a break now and then
As much as I look forward to your weekly videos, I hope you do take time off as needed! Taking care of yourself is important. Will patiently await your next one.
I find your dry humour hilarious. I hardly ever laugh out loud, but when I watch your videos, my husband often wonders what I'm chuckling about. Keep on doing what you're doing. Love, from South Africa.
"Where flowers bloom, so does hope!" Happy Easter!
Andre- please do not feel badly when you need time off. I will watch whenever you upload, weekly, biweekly, whatever. Doesnt matter!
How’s your neighbour, did he like his new front door?
i was thinking the same thing, Graham. was he surprised?
I was thinking the same also, hope he is doing well
I was thinking the same also. Did he like his new door? Please give us an update for him.
As much as I like watching your remodeling of the tiny house, I especially enjoy your gardening videos. I am looking forward to seeing your flowers bloom.
Love the weekly uploads but absolutely make sure to take time for yourself! And make videos you're proud of, don't feel like you need to push them out for us - we're along for the ride and will be here whenever you upload!
He would hurt himself financially if he were to post new videos less than once weekly.
You are the best neighbour this week. You came in handy for everything from "do you like my new dress" to "can you help with my plumbing".
The flamenco music was perfect. The shadows of the trees on the grass are beautiful. Your comments in Spanish are hilarious. You have a wry sense of humor which I appreciate.
That expanding long-handled push broom was great for the roof work!
The journey you've invited us to accompany you on has been so lovely, I think you deserve a day off now and again. Should there be any howls of disagreement, you just tell them I said to "SHUSH". ;)
Tell them WE said SHUSH 😆😃😊
Love this show and music have been watching since day one ,,, where do you get so much beautiful music?
With all this shushing going on I can’t hear what he’s saying guys🤔🤣😂🤣😂
@@expatmoose I would NEVER tell Andre to shush!! Now, anyone who gives him a hard time...that's a different story altogether. Feel free to come join the 'SHUSH ARMY' if you like. We're accepting new recruits. :) :)
@@lmurray1130 on my way!
my darling friend, as a magnolia owner myself, I would like to say to relocate your plant. it WILL get much much bigger. mine is now a 17' tall tree with a crown almost that big .
My thought as well.
I subscribed it too.
I'd reconsider the bamboo as well, as they spread by underground roots, and are extremely difficult to get rid. Where I live there are some patches that have spread to cover nearly an acre, and if you dig it up,if you leave the least bit of root it will regrow. If you leàve the magnolia where it is you will have to trim off the branches close to the house. It would be better to plant somewhere near the edge of the yard where you can admire it from the porch.
The red, though - stunning 😍 ❣️ If it’s a dwarf magnolia varietal - should be fine. But if not, let me take you around to the side of my complex to show you my 20 feet tall Magnolias...🎉
If this is not miniature version it definitely needs moving
Those roots are exactly why all of us DIY’ers know that if we think the project will take 3 hours - plan for 6
One of the corollaries of Murphy's Law is that everything will take twice as long as you think it will, but there's no point in planning for it because then it will take four times as long 😉
I honestly love that holidays and Sundays prohibit loud noises and that you follow them. It's not something that most people follow where I live. It gets distracting/annoying at times when you just want to have a quiet time after a week-long of pandemonium.
I never owned a house so I'm learning what I should have learned way back when..... I'm 71.Thankyou.
The little bunny at the end made my heart squeeze.
I love how involved you are with the neighbors. Almost reminds me of my Opa. He was always doing things for and with the neighbors
Perhaps it is dutch? We also help our neighbours. In a small village people know each other. Perhaps thats the reason.
😀🙂☺🌻
@@y.lelivelt2619 I’m not sure! My Opa was from Germany and came over to America when my mother was 7 with my Oma. I grew up with him basically always doing something for other people so I always assumed it was just his personality. But it seems like it’s a German thing, or at least that area
Take a breather whenever you need it Andre, maybe you could save some if your footage on those weeks when you've worked so hard to give yourself a breather. Happy Easter!
Wonderful video 😊the birds singing, planting flowers, the sun shining, what a glorious day😀👌♥️
I’m in Kentucky and look forward to your videos every week. That’s the cutest little house and I really enjoy watching the two of you work on it. You to make the cutest couple.
Rick
I keep forgetting to ask...has your neighbor come home from the hospital yet? Did he like his new door?
I was wondering also!
Burying those driveway tiles looked like an enormous amount of work!
SPLENDID - the way you planted the flower beds full enough to make a strong statement, and placed a smaller bed to balance the first bed. I look forward to seeing these plants grow during this summer season. Good choices, good artistic design, good layering of plant styles and forms.
Olé! As much as I would like the videos to be weekly, I think twice a month would be healthier for you. And we DO want you healthy! ;)
Looking great. Lovely to see you finally relaxing and taking a break in your hammock.
If you need a day off, please take one. We'll all be here when you get back. Happy Easter.
"Marketing at its best. Ole." 🤣😂🤣 Those parking panels are way cool!
I think so too. Much less expensive than black top or concrete?
Andre, you are edging very close to 100K subscribers! When this happens, I think a big celebration will be in order! Shall I place the order for the champagne?
Nice touch, André 🎸💃 Oh, and the windowsill looks magnificent as well.
I am in LOVE with that extendable handle push broom. Those are just the thing for sweeping a roof - I need to see if we can find one here.
Thank you for being amenable to weekly content - and of course we'll understand if you need a break. Though if we don't have a heads up, we'll probably worry that something happened to you!
You work so much this week. I had to take a nap after watching.
😴😴
Ditto.
The garden looks amazing! Good luck with the wildflower garden. Those hydrangeas will get very big and the magnolia is such a beautiful color of red!!
Every summer my husband has to cut out the root away from under one of our walkway stone pavers with a reciprocating saw. I noticed it was rocking again today!
Happy Easter! This episode was extremely welcoming! I had such a stressful week and missing my family today, especially my grandmother. She was a gardener too. Your episode today brought back fond memories of her. Thank you. Loved the music!
What a busy time you’ve had - but isn’t spring is so invigorating. Thanks for sharing your little piece of paradise. ❤️🇨🇦
Although I live in New Jersey, and I’m a naturalized American, I am born Spanish. So I enjoy the Spanish Flamenco music and your use of a few words in Spanish. Got a big kick out of it!
Hahaha. Yes! I also liked it very much! too cute! I laughed out loud!! *Bonita!!*
Wow your home is such a peaceful place. Thank you for continuing to share your life with us!
your english is fantastic but when you make jokes with your german accent it sounds even funnier :) . love your work :)
I think the same
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Some times yes, some times no.
So right...love what you do & say- & the terrific attitude with which you say it. Wish more people would be like you!
Hello from Slovakia 🇸🇰✋
Yours videos so calming,peaceful...I love it 😍
Hello
I'm writing to you from Santiago de Chile. I laughed a lot today with your video, especially for your comments in Spanish. I wish you both a Happy Easter
Ooooo, Easter morning Reno East zen. Thanks for the Easter gift, Andre!
You Always have a lovely yard, I'm looking forward to seeing all the flowers 💐 bloom ! 😊👍💕💕💕
Wonderful, thank you! Music was great! Just relax and provide us with endeavors as you feel the need to. Happy Easter!!!
I had to pause the video numerous times to laugh out loud. What a sense of humour. Thank you - your videos are, quite simply, delightful. Happy Easter to you both.
The house is looking great!
A well earned rest Happy Easter. 🐤🐰🐥🌞
You are amazing! Happy Easter Sunday 🐇🐇🐇🐣🌷⚘
That was fun. We'll be patient.
Your Flamenco lawn mowing was sheer perfection. I had to watch that twice.
I have just one word Andre. Bonita!
I have just one word also... Agua!!!
That's a little slice of heaven you've created!
You made that driveway project look so easy! I also laughed when it looked like you regarded that last root after you pulled it out. It’s always something with my DIY projects... it seems yours mostly go fine.
Thanks you for brightening an otherwise boring Sunday stuck in hospital. The doctors want to say I have cancer, but they can’t find a place to of origin. My appetite is better, so there’s that.
I’m sorry you are in the hospital, I will pray for your quick recovery!! God bless🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Take off as much time as you need, Andre. We’ll come back when you do.❤️
Those magnolia will be absolutely gorgeous in a few weeks!
One of my favorite episodes! I loved the sun, flowers and the bird chirping in the background. You deserved a good rest. Happy Easter you two!
You sure got a lot accomplished! You really deserved that nap in your hammock. The Easter bunny in your new garden really made me smile!
Take your time to rest when you need to :) I'm pretty sure we're just happy to be along for the ride
You were so very busy this week. I feel guilty just blobbing on my sofa with a cup of tea ! I think I'd better get up and plant something...
You kept the best for last! The warm light of the sunset and the silence of the spring evening close to a calm lake gives soul serenity!
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter! There is something about your videos, I just love watching them. Your getting there. 98.5K subscribers. Bet you never expected anything like this when you first started.
Thank you Andre, it is simply a true pleasure to watch how you have been transforming this cottage...and I love you being you. Congrats on your journey
The garden adds such a beautiful touch, I am in love with the red magnolia!
Your videos are a favorite part of my weekend! I love seeing the progress and thank you for inviting us on your journey! Ill add my voice to the chorus asking how your neighbor liked the new door, and I hope he's doing well. I hope your Easter was pleasant!
Andre you're a shining beacon in tough times! We love your videos, and we love you/Laslo! Please take as much time as you need, everyone needs time off to rest!
I'd rather wait a few weeks and know you are healthy and happy!
Love,
Gavin and Valentina 🥰
Thank you for brightening my morning with beauty (the flowers) and laughter. You are very entertaining and sometimes, very funny. I really enjoy your videos and envy your many skills. Btw, the house looks beautiful. Happy Easter to both of you...
Bamboo, blackberries, mint: the bane of my existence. Everything looks wonderful, Andre. Love the magnolia. Music is much appreciated.
Verfolge deine Sendung jeden Sonntag und finde es ist ein tolles Projekt. Nur jetzt muss ich mal dir helfen überdenke den Abstand der Pflanzen und gerade Bambus solltest du ein Wanne benutzen sonst hast du bald kein Spaß mehr!
We understand that everyone jeeds to take some time off. So whenever you need just do it! 👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽 🇨🇼
Love the hammock at the end! Relaxing after all that work just looks like heaven ☺️I’m so excited for warmer temps, flowers and trees with leaves again!!! This little house is going to be lovely!🥰 The thumbnail photo “listen to me” was funny especially with the bunny ears missing🤣👏🏻😂
The colorful flowers are beautiful! Thank you for bringing the Spring to my eyes! ❤
You have such a wonderful sense of humor. I love the flamenco music. Very fitting. 😊👍
You’re such a hard worker.
I think you are the envy of your little community!
That was quite enjoyable to watch.
Happy Easter (you’re probably asleep now)!
Take care 🐣 🇨🇦 ❤️
The little cottage is looking so nice. You always do such a great job on everything you do. Love the flowers and new driveway. Happy Easter to you and Laslo. Have a wonderful day.
Okay, I am just so much in awe of you. You are funny, smart and very hard working. I love everything you showed us today. I learn something new every time I watch your videos. Thank you.
Handsome as well, both of them!😉
“Happy Easter”...to you, and yours, from Massachusetts in the US.
Bro, Spring fever! Gotta love it!) Good choice on removing the roots on the driveway, they can kill your foundation as well. Cheers guys and love chilling on Sundays with you content.
Spanish Flamenco music has a great beat to work with. Happy Easter! Be well, stay safe
You are, indeed, a man of many talents. The music you choose is amazing, and appropriate. Happy Spring!
"Marketing at its best. Ole`."
Soooo funny. Love your dry pan delivery. 😂🥰
You make me laugh! That was a lot of work. I especially like learning about new products or ones I had not heard of. The hammock looks a well deserved wonderfulness.
Happy Easter 🐣 to you both, hopefully you’ll both get some time off to enjoy the beautiful weather. Ohh how we are all missing our holidays abroad. ✈️ Just do what you can and rest when it is required.
It's so perplexing... every week I think, "This is my favorite video." But really... THIS IS MY FAVORITE VIDEO!!! I L'dOL when you explained Bonita stopped by.... "in her new dress!" I don't know why that tickled me so! Well-earned nap in the hammock! Thank you for a wonderful visit but, most of all... Glücklichen Ostern! Abscheid!
Happy Easter. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the future because I love what you’ve done with the place. Excelente.
I always feel so happy after watching your videos. Thanks for lifting my spirit each week
This is one of the most relaxing video you produced so far, in my opinion. :) Thank you for this
I’m excited to see your flowers grow. Can’t wait to see all the beautiful changes. Happy Easter.
Oh that Magnolia! It’s going to be so lovely with the Hydrangeas.There’s nothing like a 3 day weekend for getting things done. It looked like the weather was stunning. Spring makes my heart sing. Enjoy!!!
I love the little gardens! And those magnolia blossoms are gorgeous!!!❤️❤️❤️😊 Happy Easter! 🐇
Thank you for this colorful episode! Happy Easter!
Happy Easter from Pennsylvania, Andre & Laslo! I hope it's a lovely peaceful and blessed day for you both! Thanks for the visit!
How big does the magnolia grow? I’m a little concerned about how close it is to the house. Ours is huge. The roots may damage the foundation, and the branches rub on the roof.
I just found this channel last week and have now binge watched it up to date!
My husband and I just purchased a 600 square foot tiny lake house from the 30's with an almost identical lay out and are just begining DIY renovations.
What a joy to have found a similar project to follow along, get ideas, and most of all encouragement from!
Thank you Andre and Laslow for your thoughtful, relaxing and positive approach to the amazing project!
P.S. I think the time lapse noises of hammering, sawing, nailing and such have an ASMR effect on me....does anyone else feel that way? LOL
Howdy Andre & Laslo!!!! When you were playing the Spanish music, all you need was for the two of you to do a flamingco dance! ;) Happy Easter Gentlemen!!!
Laszlo...
The best part of spring, laying under a tree in a slow swinging hammock. I've never seen a magnolia with that color, really pretty.
Happy Easter from Michigan, USA
Thoroughly enjoyed the video this week Andre - you got so much accomplished! Well deserved hammock time 👏 Breaks are important and you will want to enjoy your beautiful surroundings this summer with Lazslo, family and friends - enjoy!
Happy Easter!
You have such a wonderful Neighbors. Its good to see not everyone have a crazy next door neighbor.
I've just moved into a new share house and think I have an angry neighbour on one side. At least the other side are lovely and helpful :-)
Oh spring has made you a little bit loopy but God I love your sense of humour. So funny 🤣🤣🤣
Wow, you're a hard worker! My hat is off to you!
Happy Easter to you Andre, your Magnolia (vulcan) within a few years is going to grow to about 6 metres tall and be quite broad, possibly you may want to shift further out from your house. Regards
If your clumping bamboo is like ours, it doesn't spread fast . It does however get to be about 10 feet around and 14 feet high.
Ours took years to do it but is now huge! Ours is about 25 years old now and that seems to be as big as it gets.