I am 75 yrs old. I have no regrets. But if I could go back and have a ‘do-over’ I’d live my life as you are living it now Stephanie. You and Philip are kind, loving people. Nothing about that is wrong!
Gerry was a great foil for all the relationship stuff. He’s right, it’s what’s in one’s heart that matters. If anything these difficult times have taught us to value love and kindness. Enjoy your break.
I was 19 years older than my partner I attended his 21st birthday party when I was almost 40 We were together for 11 years before he died in an accident 5 years old We were soulmates and connected on so many levels We were on a spiritual journey together The age gap is irrelevant You and Phillip are meant to be together Celebrate every moment ❤️
Thank you for sharing your beautifu story. Very sad that you lost him but goes to show you we simply cannot know the future and should just take advantage of the present(when you got together perhaps others might have told you but what about when you grow old: you may get sick or die before him). Such worries never had to be faced because he sadly left this earth too soon but glad you had the time together and seem to have taken each day at a time.
I know I’m way too late but I just want to add - my mom is 17 years older than my dad and they have been married happily over 40 years. No one gets to judge other than the 2 people involved. And personally as someone who has watched the newer episodes since I just discovered you recently I’m so glad Philip is an integral part of your story - even though you were forced to reveal more than you wanted to
The monkey mess, Mommy saying "I don't like being told what to do", Jerry's Sherry, the whole video was priceless. And no one that matters care about the age difference. We love you both and am so happy you found one another!
When I, Stephanie at 48, met my Philippe he was 24, half my age. You can imagine what was said to me from every side. We didn't care, we had fun, we bought two dogs, went out dining three times a week, went to Amsterdam then NY ( his first time on a plane ) and generally had a good time. We even moved to South America from France. Best to go with your heart and not listen to jealous old farts who would LOVE to do the same thing. Life is short. xxxxxx
I think there is a point where stuff like this can be inappropriate. I wouldn't do it, date someone younger than my children, and I think in most cases it wouldn't work out. But this case is different. Phillip is very mature, and Stephanie is still young and very beautiful. Also their tastes and interests are an incredible once-in-a-lifetime match. But you don't need to think anyone who disapproves is jealous. The only thing I'm jealous of is Stephanie's great figure!
@@HopeLaFleur1975 As I said I would not consider a younger man at my age or for that matter any man at all, I am happy alone. When I met my own Philippe I certainly had no intention of having an affair and even less of a relationship but one day we realised that we were living together, it just happened. I had been in a string of abusive relationships and he was nice to me and at that point I needed that. My own daughter who is 48 is with a 24 year old man and she is blissfully happy. She lost her husband to a horrible cancer three years ago and was not in a good way until she met her boyfriend. It will not last as they never do but if it put's he back into life then who cares, not me.
I can see where you get your beauty, intelligence, talent and artistic nature...your mother is amazing! Your father was amazing as well, love his art and your parents' home! WOW! Phillip is a soulmate 100 percent! You both look and ARE so wonderful together!!! Enjoy one another and we can see that you do, what a beautiful life you have!
My dearest husband was 12 years younger than me. I never noticed it a bit. He made me laugh every single day. We were truly soul mates. He is gone now but I miss him so much that I can't breathe sometimes. Age means nothing!!
You do you girlfriend - be true to yourself and ignore the silly comments - this is your show. Love to you, your family and Phillip - what an amazing trip :)
Nothing like putting your mother on the spot while she is trying to eat her dinner. I love your father's artwork. He was an amazing artist. Percy and your mom are a beautiful couple. It's good to see Gerry looking healthy and happy.
Personally I can’t think of any 25 year olds I could possibly consider as a boyfriend but I do know people who have spouses 20 years apart and they’re happy so doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks. Stephanie is 25 at heart and she and Philip have so much fun together. What could be better?
@Cat T. you clearly haven't watched her videos cause Philip has cooked, has helped the electrician Ian, does the editing for the channel where they video all the gifts, has done reupholstering etc and the rest is quite frankly none of your business but Stephanie and Philip's. If you have never met them you have no place to judge. Main thing is they are happy and it doesn't have to be approved by you. We are not crazy we are just not nasty like you, I met him in real life and he is the sweetest person and they both are lovely. It's very easy if you don't like it then you don't have to watch
@Cat T. yes key word you imagine if it was really an issue they would sort it out for themselves and Marie is a vegan so they were fine, you just assuming things without being there in person and getting the whole story so yes it is judging. Women have come so far we don't need the old opinion that we need a man's money or for him to be the typical manly man it is not necessary anymore. It's more important that a man treats us right and that is what Stephanie's mother said he makes her happy. You have the right to free speech but you are nasty about it which makes it so repulsive to others and you strongly dislike Philip for material things without knowing him as a person. He edits videos and helps Stephanie as she was sick last year and I'm glad he is there to make sure she is supported so she doesn't burn out so we can continue to get videos. Majority here are in support of them and you having a personal vendetta and leaving nasty comments on other people's comments shows you are just wanting to run Phillip down. It's not nice, you can disagree without being insulting. It's who he is and I'm sure he knows it won't be to everyone's liking but there is no reason to be nasty about it
I love it when Jerry is in the videos. He is such a character with his accent and plaids.Always something interesting going on and this particular one is so colorful!
The sound of the ocean has me in tears! I was in South Africa a few years ago and I fell in love with the people I met and the country! Proximity to the ocean was my favourite part … when I can’t sleep I play the videos of the waves and wind and it’s very calming! Thanks for the lovely visit!
After more than 3 weeks binge watching all your vlogs from the start I finally come to this one.. it was lovely to see your romance grow, It wasn't only obvious in the amount of time you spent together but also in the way you interact and especially in the way you look at each other. I wish the both of you lots of love and all the luck in the world.Also for sweet Nathalie en Amaury. 😍 Lalande is truly a house filled with love and laughter 😃 😘 from Belgium
So lovely to see you finally with your mum and Percy after so long! Every relationship is so important and these last few years have brought that home for many of us. You've kept me as sane as I can be through all this. Thank you ....stay safe....and be happy. BTW my mom was 15 years older than my dad!!! Hugs to you all!
Watching Your casual interactions with your mummy is so REFRESHING. Stephanie, u never cease to entertain in the best way possible. That is why to me, you are the Queen of UA-cam. And, EVERYONE LOVES YOUR PHILIP. Enjoy your well deserved vacation!!!! 🦓🐵🐯🏖🌞
I believe there's already a Queen of Utube Helen of Georgia At least that's what I saw and she's 83 yrs old I think Stephanie is the Princess of her Castle
Absolutely love living vicariously through your adventures! Beautiful beach house and the little monkeys were cute. I’m 7 years older and never happier. What’s important is the love.
I simply was smiling the whole way through this video. Your family is just lovely. And Your mom and Percy are so cute! Couldn't have made planned greater content than that monkey break in. So fun!
This brings back so many memories! ♥ I lived in Kwazulu for 5 years as a child, just an hour away from Durban. Moved back to my birth-country, Germany, in 1989 and I still miss Africa. Never had the chance to visit there again. Before we left in '89, friends of ours gifted us a goodbye-stay at their beach house in Balito. It looked just like the area your mother lives in, and these monkeys were there, too. You couldn't leave any windows open, or they'd get in. XDXDXD One day, they sat in the driveway and I fed them cookies. My mother was scared they'd bite my hand off, but they were actually very careful and cute. You just took me back to my childhood and to much happier days with this video! I'm wishing you loads of fun with your family and that beautiful place if you're currently still there, and a safe journey back home when the time comes. ♥
Your mom said it just right. She is happy that her beautiful daughter is happy and that Philip is contributing to that happiness. Love is ageless, colorless, and makes life wonderful. I am so happy to watch your adventures and wish you many happy years. And maybe even a future wedding in your beautiful chapel. 😍
Isabelle looks more beautiful each time one sees her. She's got a lovely smile...it radiates all around her. And Percy is adorable with her, truly a joyful partnership.
My husband is 13yrs older than I am and we've been happily married for 33yrs! Age is just a number, if you love each other, love life and make what time you have together count, nothing and no one will tear you apart! Stay true to yourselves and if history is anything to go by, many relationships where the woman is the older partner lasts and is usually heavenly when the male partner is more attentive and therefore well worth plunge! lol My own grandparents were married in 1929 and their relationship lasted until my grandfather passed in 1984, and gran lived on to be 104 until she passed in 2004! She was older then he was!
my husband is 16 years older, everyone said this wouldn't last... 19 years married and 3 children by now:-) You know the song absolute beginners? the line "as long as we're together, the rest can go to hell" just nails it;-)
Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. I knew a dear man in his mid 40s who was married 4 times, each time to a woman in her 20s. Each time, the marriage ended. After the babies, the young women wanted to go out to dance parties. He was always uncomfortable going to dance clubs with 20-somethings bopping around, embarrassed really. So, sometimes, stage of life can make a negative impact - a 50-year old may be on the way to winding down while and 25 year old is winding up! But one can’t make a general rule.
Love it when Percy said get those heels on 👠😂 he's so sweet.. 💖 Really lovely to see you all having fun and enjoying your time away 😍 food also looks great😋xx
Stephanie, your mum is such a treasure. I cannot believe she's 80 !! It's lovely to see you all doing well, and enoying a bit of time off from Lalande ! Enjoy your loved ones ! Lots of love to you all. It's very cheering to watch your videos as always :)
I knew Mummy would put your happiness at the top of her list, of why not! The beach house is just beautiful! I love it there. Those monkeys are adorable, perhaps not so much in the house for a sugar raid, but cute outside. I am so glad to see Mummy and Percy so happy and you and Phillip too, what great times together, Enjoy let nothing spoil it!
My husband was 25 years older than myself and we were happily married for 22 years. We were best friends and had many things in common much like Stephanie and Phillip. Like my husband, Stephanie is very young at heart and I think that makes all the difference! I am glad that Isabelle is understanding and accepting of the situation. She loves her daughter and who wouldn’t want their child to be happy in life, love and laughter! 🥂
I'm glad to see you all having such a good time together. If it counts for anything age is just a number. It's what's in the ❤️ that matters. Just enjoy and treasure the moment.❤️🙏🏰
Loved seeing Percy and Isabelle. You can just feel the love between them. And who wouldn't want funny, sweet Gerry in their life? He's the best. And Stephanie, you and Philip are perfect together in my opinion. It's your life and no one has the right to take away your happiness. Can't wait to see what you have planned for Valentine's Day.
I am a South African and have lived in France for more than 20 years but I still miss the coast. I remember many happy holidays on South Broom beach and seeing the vegetation and the monkeys has brought me to tears.
My mom is 25 years older than her now husband, he’s even a bit younger than my brother LOL. I am around 6 years older than my BF, I guess it runs in the family LOL. My point is, age is just a number… you look happy and that’s all that matters! Love is LOVE! Greetings to the whole family!
How lovely your Mommy and Percy are together. How wonderful to see you and Philip relaxing and being able to enjoy yourselves together. I absolutely adore your brother Gerald he is such a lovely, kind and generous person. Please remind him that the best things come in the smallest packages and he is perfect just as he is.
Loved seeing Percy and Isabel together. He’s so solicitous with her. Jerry is always fun and Stephanie and Philip are terrific together. Thank you for sharing some of your family time with us.
I have a girlfriend who did the same thing & her hubby just smiles all the time with her. They are always busy doing fun things together. ❤ Celebrate you found one another ! 🎉🎉🎉 (Many do not find that right match.)
SO happy that you're with Philip! I always did wonder and who cares about the age difference. It's just a number. What counts is that you are both happy 😍😍
I am 6 years older than my boyfriend and for 30 years we have been loving each other and it's heaven to have a man that I can be "me" with. You and Phillip are so good together he is older than his years and you are younger than yours. Love finds a way my dears, don't sweat the numbers.
Oh, my goodness, Stephanie! When you called out, "Hello!" on the stairs, you sounded exactly like your mother! As far as you and Phillip are concerned, you have such a young heart, and he has such an old soul, you seem perfectly well matched.
It’s so lovely to see you all together under the sun and enjoying each other’s company so much (as usual)! What a beautiful home and a few cheeky monkeys can’t spoil that :D Enjoy! ☀️🙈🙉🙊♥️
Oh I am so happy that you are all together in South Africa. Thank you for a wee peek into your time there. Isabelle and Percy are so well suited as are you, Steph, and Phillip. It is a delight to see you all. Much love from Cathy in Victoria.
As the old saying goes age is just a number, my husband is 21 years older than me we have been together 26 year & married 24 people used to say he was my sugar daddy or I wanted a father figure but we didn’t care we are happy & now no one bats a eyelid. I wish you every happiness. Xxx❤️🇬🇧😘😍
What a wonderful spot! Do be careful and don't leave alcohol in old decanters for any length of time. The alcohol leaches the lead from the crystal. New decanters have a coating on the interior to prevent this. Enjoy your holiday!❤️
Love the beautiful beach house and so happy that Stephanie got to see her mother. So glad to see Mommy liked Phillip and agrees with Stephanie's relationship with him. God Bless and safe travels. Kathy 🇺🇸
😂This was an absolute delight!! 😁😄 The 🐒 monkey mess made me laugh out loud! 😂 because it was so unexpected at the beginning of the video haha! And the ending is so beautiful and full of heart! Of course they approve of you and Phillip! ❤ Cheers to you and Phillip! ❤
Steph : my old grand mother at 103 would have said about you and Philip " You only get one chance to live happily ever after " and that says it all......so lovely to see you all together again and hear the banter,,have fun ....Cherryl from Canada
Thank you for sharing your mini Vacation. Love has no age, whatever works, that is my philosophy. Many video adventures ago, you and Philip were out shopping, it was very cold. Stephanie forgot her gloves, Philip disappeared and return with a beautiful pair of gloves, and of course to match Stephanie’s outfit ❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏 I knew Cupid was on the move , and I was so blessed to see this 💕🥂 When I remember that video my heart begins to sing for you both!
I'm 8 years older than my husband. We met when I was 41. We married and our son was born when I was 43. Our son is 17 now. Age is a number. What matters is the connection between two people. Congratulations Stephanie and Phillipe! ❤
How lovely seeing you all together having fun at the beach house which looks fabulous.I didn't think for one moment that Isabelle would not be delighted with you and Phillipe being together you are so good together age is nothing, love is all that matters.
Hi Stephanie and all Lelanders, I absolutely love watching each and everyone of your videos. Last year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and at first was devastated. My oncologist told me it was NOT a death sentence and I was so relieved!!! Needless to say many tests to deal with and 2 surgeries. I start chemo next and then radiation. Your channel has brought so much joy to me and many, many laughs that were so needed. I do have a excellent care team at the hospital and lots of support from all my friends, family and church members. Thank you for sharing your life at LeLande!!! :)
Good luck going through all of this. It certainly isn’t a death sentence (Mummy and Gerry have both recovered from cancer) but I know how worrying it is. I wish you a speedy recovery ❤️
I’ve had breast cancer twice over the last 24 years and 2 other cancers. It’s a very hard thing to receive a diagnosis but you will get through it! Look for the 6 hour Pride and Prejudice series. That was my best therapy during my chemo treatments. 😘
Very very happy for you snd Phillip, Stephanie xxx Age does not matter and besides you and Phillip seem so well suited. He is such a old soul, you both have so much in common. How beautiful the beach house is!!! Just stunning ♥️♥️🌺
I am 75 yrs old. I have no regrets. But if I could go back and have a ‘do-over’ I’d live my life as you are living it now Stephanie. You and Philip are kind, loving people. Nothing about that is wrong!
BINGO!
Reincarnation the absolute do-over
Gerry was a great foil for all the relationship stuff. He’s right, it’s what’s in one’s heart that matters. If anything these difficult times have taught us to value love and kindness. Enjoy your break.
Maybe gerry next to partner up at Chateau de la Love
I was 19 years older than my partner
I attended his 21st birthday party when I was almost 40
We were together for 11 years before he died in an accident 5 years old
We were soulmates and connected on so many levels
We were on a spiritual journey together
The age gap is irrelevant
You and Phillip are meant to be together
Celebrate every moment ❤️
I’m so sorry that you lost him so young ❤️
Thank you for sharing your beautifu story. Very sad that you lost him but goes to show you we simply cannot know the future and should just take advantage of the present(when you got together perhaps others might have told you but what about when you grow old: you may get sick or die before him). Such worries never had to be faced because he sadly left this earth too soon but glad you had the time together and seem to have taken each day at a time.
Absolutely 💯
I know I’m way too late but I just want to add - my mom is 17 years older than my dad and they have been married happily over 40 years. No one gets to judge other than the 2 people involved. And personally as someone who has watched the newer episodes since I just discovered you recently I’m so glad Philip is an integral part of your story - even though you were forced to reveal more than you wanted to
The monkey mess, Mommy saying "I don't like being told what to do", Jerry's Sherry, the whole video was priceless. And no one that matters care about the age difference. We love you both and am so happy you found one another!
When I, Stephanie at 48, met my Philippe he was 24, half my age. You can imagine what was said to me from every side. We didn't care, we had fun, we bought two dogs, went out dining three times a week, went to Amsterdam then NY ( his first time on a plane ) and generally had a good time. We even moved to South America from France. Best to go with your heart and not listen to jealous old farts who would LOVE to do the same thing. Life is short. xxxxxx
I think there is a point where stuff like this can be inappropriate. I wouldn't do it, date someone younger than my children, and I think in most cases it wouldn't work out. But this case is different. Phillip is very mature, and Stephanie is still young and very beautiful. Also their tastes and interests are an incredible once-in-a-lifetime match. But you don't need to think anyone who disapproves is jealous. The only thing I'm jealous of is Stephanie's great figure!
@@TheFiown frankly its pretty gross that gap in age!
@@HopeLaFleur1975 As I said I would not consider a younger man at my age or for that matter any man at all, I am happy alone. When I met my own Philippe I certainly had no intention of having an affair and even less of a relationship but one day we realised that we were living together, it just happened. I had been in a string of abusive relationships and he was nice to me and at that point I needed that. My own daughter who is 48 is with a 24 year old man and she is blissfully happy. She lost her husband to a horrible cancer three years ago and was not in a good way until she met her boyfriend. It will not last as they never do but if it put's he back into life then who cares, not me.
@@HopeLaFleur1975 Love is never gross.
Go for it
I can see where you get your beauty, intelligence, talent and artistic nature...your mother is amazing! Your father was amazing as well, love his art and your parents' home! WOW! Phillip is a soulmate 100 percent! You both look and ARE so wonderful together!!! Enjoy one another and we can see that you do, what a beautiful life you have!
Philip is soooo way beyond his young years and you are so lively and energetic your souls meet in the middle--
Isabel is so "ISABEL".....
Percy your a real character and the love on both of your faces, is why we miss you both on Chateau diary ❤❤❤❤
Mummy and Percy are looking so well. And Stephanie, Phillip and Gerry look like they’re having a lovely family holiday, it looks glorious.
Mommy...
I adore the beach house. Your father’s art just jumps out and is exquisite. I think he needs to be displayed and aknowled.
I agree!
So fun to rewatch...
That was just a real treat watching all of you together so happy and enjoying life !
My dearest husband was 12 years younger than me. I never noticed it a bit. He made me laugh every single day. We were truly soul mates. He is gone now but I miss him so much that I can't breathe sometimes. Age means nothing!!
I am so sorry that you miss him so deeply. It was wonderful that you had such a deep love. Not everyone has that.
I'm sorry for this difficult lost and pain. Wishing you light and peace.
It's hard. I'm in the same boat. Age means noting.
You do you girlfriend - be true to yourself and ignore the silly comments - this is your show. Love to you, your family and Phillip - what an amazing trip :)
The beach house looks like it was built for your father's art. LOVE both!
Nothing like putting your mother on the spot while she is trying to eat her dinner. I love your father's artwork. He was an amazing artist. Percy and your mom are a beautiful couple. It's good to see Gerry looking healthy and happy.
Personally I can’t think of any 25 year olds I could possibly consider as a boyfriend but I do know people who have spouses 20 years apart and they’re happy so doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks. Stephanie is 25 at heart and she and Philip have so much fun together. What could be better?
@Cat T. I didn’t mean my comment to spark any sort of cynicism. Who are we to judge?
@Cat T. - what a horrible comment to make- what a sad sack you are
@Cat T. none of your business, is it?
@Cat T. you clearly haven't watched her videos cause Philip has cooked, has helped the electrician Ian, does the editing for the channel where they video all the gifts, has done reupholstering etc and the rest is quite frankly none of your business but Stephanie and Philip's. If you have never met them you have no place to judge. Main thing is they are happy and it doesn't have to be approved by you. We are not crazy we are just not nasty like you, I met him in real life and he is the sweetest person and they both are lovely. It's very easy if you don't like it then you don't have to watch
@Cat T. yes key word you imagine if it was really an issue they would sort it out for themselves and Marie is a vegan so they were fine, you just assuming things without being there in person and getting the whole story so yes it is judging. Women have come so far we don't need the old opinion that we need a man's money or for him to be the typical manly man it is not necessary anymore. It's more important that a man treats us right and that is what Stephanie's mother said he makes her happy. You have the right to free speech but you are nasty about it which makes it so repulsive to others and you strongly dislike Philip for material things without knowing him as a person. He edits videos and helps Stephanie as she was sick last year and I'm glad he is there to make sure she is supported so she doesn't burn out so we can continue to get videos. Majority here are in support of them and you having a personal vendetta and leaving nasty comments on other people's comments shows you are just wanting to run Phillip down. It's not nice, you can disagree without being insulting. It's who he is and I'm sure he knows it won't be to everyone's liking but there is no reason to be nasty about it
I love it when Jerry is in the videos. He is such a character with his accent and plaids.Always something interesting going on and this particular one is so colorful!
And with such good humour...a really loveable person
The sound of the ocean has me in tears! I was in South Africa a few years ago and I fell in love with the people I met and the country! Proximity to the ocean was my favourite part … when I can’t sleep I play the videos of the waves and wind and it’s very calming! Thanks for the lovely visit!
After more than 3 weeks binge watching all your vlogs from the start I finally come to this one.. it was lovely to see your romance grow, It wasn't only obvious in the amount of time you spent together but also in the way you interact and especially in the way you look at each other. I wish the both of you lots of love and all the luck in the world.Also for sweet Nathalie en Amaury. 😍 Lalande is truly a house filled with love and laughter 😃
😘 from Belgium
So love Gerry he’s a real card ! Stephs mother needs her own show ! Good luck for the future to you Stephanie and Phillip
So lovely to see you finally with your mum and Percy after so long! Every relationship is so important and these last few years have brought that home for many of us. You've kept me as sane as I can be through all this. Thank you ....stay safe....and be happy. BTW my mom was 15 years older than my dad!!! Hugs to you all!
Watching Your casual interactions with your mummy is so REFRESHING. Stephanie, u never cease to entertain in the best way possible. That is why to me, you are the Queen of UA-cam. And, EVERYONE LOVES YOUR PHILIP. Enjoy your well deserved vacation!!!! 🦓🐵🐯🏖🌞
I believe there's already a Queen of Utube Helen of Georgia At least that's what I saw and she's 83 yrs old I think Stephanie is the Princess of her Castle
She is everyone’s Queen! 😜😍🥰
Absolutely love living vicariously through your adventures! Beautiful beach house and the little monkeys were cute. I’m 7 years older and never happier. What’s important is the love.
I simply was smiling the whole way through this video. Your family is just lovely. And Your mom and Percy are so cute! Couldn't have made planned greater content than that monkey break in. So fun!
you can eat the sugar just don't break the dishes... or poop in the house lol
That was just delightful! I wish the whole bunch of you you lasting happiness.
This brings back so many memories! ♥
I lived in Kwazulu for 5 years as a child, just an hour away from Durban. Moved back to my birth-country, Germany, in 1989 and I still miss Africa. Never had the chance to visit there again.
Before we left in '89, friends of ours gifted us a goodbye-stay at their beach house in Balito. It looked just like the area your mother lives in, and these monkeys were there, too. You couldn't leave any windows open, or they'd get in. XDXDXD
One day, they sat in the driveway and I fed them cookies. My mother was scared they'd bite my hand off, but they were actually very careful and cute.
You just took me back to my childhood and to much happier days with this video! I'm wishing you loads of fun with your family and that beautiful place if you're currently still there, and a safe journey back home when the time comes. ♥
Your mom said it just right. She is happy that her beautiful daughter is happy and that Philip is contributing to that happiness. Love is ageless, colorless, and makes life wonderful. I am so happy to watch your adventures and wish you many happy years. And maybe even a future wedding in your beautiful chapel. 😍
Isabelle looks more beautiful each time one sees her. She's got a lovely smile...it radiates all around her. And Percy is adorable with her, truly a joyful partnership.
Watching this movie and most recently watching Philip and you setting up your mother and Percy's flat. Wonderful 😊
My husband is 13yrs older than I am and we've been happily married for 33yrs! Age is just a number, if you love each other, love life and make what time you have together count, nothing and no one will tear you apart! Stay true to yourselves and if history is anything to go by, many relationships where the woman is the older partner lasts and is usually heavenly when the male partner is more attentive and therefore well worth plunge! lol My own grandparents were married in 1929 and their relationship lasted until my grandfather passed in 1984, and gran lived on to be 104 until she passed in 2004! She was older then he was!
my husband is 16 years older, everyone said this wouldn't last... 19 years married and 3 children by now:-) You know the song absolute beginners? the line "as long as we're together, the rest can go to hell" just nails it;-)
Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. I knew a dear man in his mid 40s who was married 4 times, each time to a woman in her 20s. Each time, the marriage ended. After the babies, the young women wanted to go out to dance parties. He was always uncomfortable going to dance clubs with 20-somethings bopping around, embarrassed really. So, sometimes, stage of life can make a negative impact - a 50-year old may be on the way to winding down while and 25 year old is winding up! But one can’t make a general rule.
You all make me smile….your laughing and appreciation of another is beautiful. And I forget how funny Jerry is🥰
What a joy to see Isabelle and Percy surrounded by love! See you soon back at LaLande!❤️
Hi 👋 dear, how are you doing today?
Love it when Percy said get those heels on 👠😂 he's so sweet.. 💖
Really lovely to see you all having fun and enjoying your time away 😍 food also looks great😋xx
I loved that too. Percy is a Heel Man…😊😊😊
And Isabelle DID end up in the heels! 🥰
Fantastic video guys. There is 18 years age difference between me and my partner and this year we been together 19 years. And still in love ♥️♥️
Stephanie, your mum is such a treasure. I cannot believe she's 80 !! It's lovely to see you all doing well, and enoying a bit of time off from Lalande ! Enjoy your loved ones ! Lots of love to you all. It's very cheering to watch your videos as always :)
Phillip seems like an old soul. If yall are happy let it be. I know you did not take this decision lightly. Very happy for yall, and Natty and Amoury
Seeing you all together makes my heart smile. How wonderful.
I knew Mummy would put your happiness at the top of her list, of why not! The beach house is just beautiful! I love it there. Those monkeys are adorable, perhaps not so much in the house for a sugar raid, but cute outside. I am so glad to see Mummy and Percy so happy and you and Phillip too, what great times together, Enjoy let nothing spoil it!
It’s so nice to see mummy and Percy. Have an amazing vacation!
Stephanie you have a beautiful life! Congratulations to you and Philip.
Hi 👋 dear, how are you doing today?
My husband was 25 years older than myself and we were happily married for 22 years. We were best friends and had many things in common much like Stephanie and Phillip. Like my husband, Stephanie is very young at heart and I think that makes all the difference! I am glad that Isabelle is understanding and accepting of the situation. She loves her daughter and who wouldn’t want their child to be happy in life, love and laughter! 🥂
Percy and your mum are just gorgeous. He’s hilarious.
Wow Stephanie you do not look your age you obviously have your mother's genes.
I wish you and Phillip a long and happy relationship 💖
I love your father's paintings. You could make a gallery of his work in one part of the chateau.
I believe she does have several of her Father's paintings in the chateau.
You and Phillipe are so good together... Have great fun!
Stephanie, I love that you and Phillip are together. You do not fall in love with someone of a certain age...you falk in love with their soul
You two are perfect together. My husband is 17.years younger!
I'm glad to see you all having such a good time together. If it counts for anything age is just a number. It's what's in the ❤️ that matters. Just enjoy and treasure the moment.❤️🙏🏰
I did enjoy this video, especially the meal at the end, it was hilarious. Percy is so funny just like Gerry. More please
Loved seeing Percy and Isabelle. You can just feel the love between them. And who wouldn't want funny, sweet Gerry in their life? He's the best. And Stephanie, you and Philip are perfect together in my opinion. It's your life and no one has the right to take away your happiness. Can't wait to see what you have planned for Valentine's Day.
I am a South African and have lived in France for more than 20 years but I still miss the coast. I remember many happy holidays on South Broom beach and seeing the vegetation and the monkeys has brought me to tears.
Never visited there but the place was absolutely beautiful!!
My mom is 25 years older than her now husband, he’s even a bit younger than my brother LOL. I am around 6 years older than my BF, I guess it runs in the family LOL. My point is, age is just a number… you look happy and that’s all that matters! Love is LOVE! Greetings to the whole family!
You go girl...my husband was seventeen years younger...we had a great time of it!!!!! He passed I miss him
Lovely beach house. Good to see you all together. Happy is a blessing.
Who wouldn't fall in love with Phillip? You two are wonderful together!, Stephanie.
Its so lovely to see you all together again! ❤️❤️❤️
Love this video! I think Phillip is the perfect companion and addition to The Chateau Diaries!
Aw it's so lovely seeing your mother again! She's so genuine.. and Percy!! So good to see they're happy and healthy ❤
How lovely your Mommy and Percy are together.
How wonderful to see you and Philip relaxing and being able to enjoy yourselves together.
I absolutely adore your brother Gerald he is such a lovely, kind and generous person. Please remind him that the best things come in the smallest packages and he is perfect just as he is.
Loved seeing Percy and Isabel together. He’s so solicitous with her.
Jerry is always fun and Stephanie and Philip are terrific together.
Thank you for sharing some of your family time with us.
I have a girlfriend who did the same thing & her hubby just smiles all the time with her. They are always busy doing fun things together. ❤ Celebrate you found one another ! 🎉🎉🎉
(Many do not find that right match.)
Such a beautiful area and home! Love seeing you all together!
How CUTE are you and PHILLIP?!? Many blessings xx
Great to see Madame Isabelle and Percy in great form.
Lovely Gerry bright and always smiling.
Have a great Holliday ❤️
So happy you and Philip were able to get to South Africa!! Dan and everyone doing a great job at LeLande . We all missed “ mummy ” and Percy!
It's 2022. Aren't we allowed to love whoever we want regardless of race, gender or age? Love the Chateau Diaries!
You two seem happy together. That’s all that matters.
What a beautiful paradise to live!!! Lovely video! Love is so beautiful when it comes from the soul!!! Hugs everyone!!
SO happy that you're with Philip! I always did wonder and who cares about the age difference. It's just a number. What counts is that you are both happy 😍😍
I am 6 years older than my boyfriend and for 30 years we have been loving each other and it's heaven to have a man that I can be "me" with. You and Phillip are so good together he is older than his years and you are younger than yours. Love finds a way my dears, don't sweat the numbers.
So happy for you both you deserve so much happiness and More ❤️
Thank you for the sounds of the waves and the beautiful sunshine😄 We are in the midst of a big snow storm right now, so this vlog was perfect👏🏻
You all are such a fun bunch. You & your mother both look so young and beautiful!
Oh, my goodness, Stephanie! When you called out, "Hello!" on the stairs, you sounded exactly like your mother! As far as you and Phillip are concerned, you have such a young heart, and he has such an old soul, you seem perfectly well matched.
Bingo! Young heart, old soul, well said!
It’s so lovely to see you all together under the sun and enjoying each other’s company so much (as usual)! What a beautiful home and a few cheeky monkeys can’t spoil that :D Enjoy! ☀️🙈🙉🙊♥️
Oh I am so happy that you are all together in South Africa. Thank you for a wee peek into your time there. Isabelle and Percy are so well suited as are you, Steph, and Phillip. It is a delight to see you all. Much love from Cathy in Victoria.
What a wonderful video,the monkeys were adorable.so good of you all for sharing this adventure with us!🧚🙋👍
Is so nice you all together in the beautiful beach house. I think Mummy's answer to the relationship was perfect as a mother she just wants you happy!
As the old saying goes age is just a number, my husband is 21 years older than me we have been together 26 year & married 24 people used to say he was my sugar daddy or I wanted a father figure but we didn’t care we are happy & now no one bats a eyelid. I wish you every happiness. Xxx❤️🇬🇧😘😍
Steph your mother is looking fab... hope that you relaxed while you where visiting
Take happiness wherever you find it. You make a wonderful couple. Live, Love, Laugh.
Mummy and Percy 💝 so precious!! And I’m so glad you two are “out” yourselves 😘
That home is truly beautiful, but I love the chateau!
So happy to see you all so happy!
What a wonderful spot!
Do be careful and don't leave alcohol in old decanters for any length of time. The alcohol leaches the lead from the crystal. New decanters have a coating on the interior to prevent this.
Enjoy your holiday!❤️
I didn't know that, thanks. Guess we must drink it all in one evening. 🤪
Love the beautiful beach house and so happy that Stephanie got to see her mother. So glad to see Mommy liked Phillip and agrees with Stephanie's relationship with him. God Bless and safe travels. Kathy 🇺🇸
😂This was an absolute delight!! 😁😄 The 🐒 monkey mess made me laugh out loud! 😂 because it was so unexpected at the beginning of the video haha!
And the ending is so beautiful and full of heart! Of course they approve of you and Phillip! ❤ Cheers to you and Phillip! ❤
So nice to see reunited with mummy and Percy…looks a stunning place 😍
Philip won me over with the nativity piece that looked like your Daddy, painting. I cried. How special!❤️
Steph : my old grand mother at 103 would have said about you and Philip " You only get one chance to live happily ever after " and that says it all......so lovely to see you all together again and hear the banter,,have fun ....Cherryl from Canada
Thank you for sharing your mini Vacation. Love has no age, whatever works, that is my philosophy. Many video adventures ago, you and Philip were out shopping, it was very cold. Stephanie forgot her gloves, Philip disappeared and return with a beautiful pair of gloves, and of course to match Stephanie’s outfit ❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏
I knew Cupid was on the move , and I was so blessed to see this 💕🥂 When I remember that video my heart begins to sing for you both!
This was wonderful I had such a chuckle at mummy being put on the spot about Philip 😅
I'm 8 years older than my husband. We met when I was 41. We married and our son was born when I was 43. Our son is 17 now. Age is a number. What matters is the connection between two people. Congratulations Stephanie and Phillipe! ❤
I was waiting and waiting for this. Its lovely. The monkeys, mummy, Percy, Philip - and I am so glad Jerry is there too. I can't wait for the safari.
How lovely seeing you all together having fun at the beach house which looks fabulous.I didn't think for one moment that Isabelle would not be delighted with you and Phillipe being together you are so good together age is nothing, love is all that matters.
Ah that was just a treat. I smiled the whole way through.
Percy and your mother are so charming! Nice to see such cheerful people.
Hi Stephanie and all Lelanders, I absolutely love watching each and everyone of your videos. Last year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and at first was devastated. My oncologist told me it was NOT a death sentence and I was so relieved!!! Needless to say many tests to deal with and 2 surgeries. I start chemo next and then radiation. Your channel has brought so much joy to me and many, many laughs that were so needed. I do have a excellent care team at the hospital and lots of support from all my friends, family and church members. Thank you for sharing your life at LeLande!!! :)
Good luck going through all of this. It certainly isn’t a death sentence (Mummy and Gerry have both recovered from cancer) but I know how worrying it is. I wish you a speedy recovery ❤️
I’ve had breast cancer twice over the last 24 years and 2 other cancers. It’s a very hard thing to receive a diagnosis but you will get through it! Look for the 6 hour Pride and Prejudice series. That was my best therapy during my chemo treatments. 😘
Very very happy for you snd Phillip, Stephanie xxx Age does not matter and besides you and Phillip seem so well suited. He is such a old soul, you both have so much in common. How beautiful the beach house is!!! Just stunning ♥️♥️🌺