Vivienne's AMAZING Engagement Present! 💍 🎁

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    The Chateau Diaries Episode 624 ✨🏰✨
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  • @lindadority1056
    @lindadority1056 2 дні тому +207

    Both Gerry and Percy are looking so much healthier. so happy

  • @CarolChillsCasually
    @CarolChillsCasually 2 дні тому +249

    Vivian is very kind! She’s a bright light of a person. I’m glad awesome kind people find each other

    • @marilynkarriker4514
      @marilynkarriker4514 2 дні тому +6

      Could you ask if I am blocked I am a low paying patreon

    • @christikapa3856
      @christikapa3856 2 дні тому +10

      I love how all the Chateau owners are friends in such a Special Way!!

    • @lukehartman9386
      @lukehartman9386 День тому +9

      Like attracts like! The château community is amazing! Keri💜

    • @kindlydude
      @kindlydude День тому +9

      Vivienne is the quintessential magical Fairy-Godmother!!! 🗝👑🪄✨🧚‍♀

    • @JM-wg7ow
      @JM-wg7ow День тому +3

      Your so so right all beautiful people

  • @rebeccadanaher1065
    @rebeccadanaher1065 2 дні тому +123

    Percy is such a lovely man and so funny. Im so happy he is back at the chateau.

    • @christikapa3856
      @christikapa3856 День тому +8

      Percy has his usual quick wit ! So glad to see♥️

    • @cindyblount8621
      @cindyblount8621 День тому +7

      The Dude Abides with a quicker wit than most

    • @ShipCreek
      @ShipCreek День тому +4

      He had me laughing out loud.
      " Look at my hair"
      🤣😂🤣

  • @user-nf7pd8ik3d
    @user-nf7pd8ik3d День тому +76

    Percy: “look at MY hair, Annalise didn’t even do it” - that has to be THE best statement! Hilarious!

  • @immortalstar8831
    @immortalstar8831 2 дні тому +131

    So good to see you so happy and vibrant in health, Percy. What amazing strength you showed to fully, recover and even sparkle, with handsome, charm.

  • @endeavouringit
    @endeavouringit 2 дні тому +96

    Oh Percy, I love your sense of humour, love it, yes your hair looks great !

  • @sindysimms4001
    @sindysimms4001 2 дні тому +64

    Percy is always so dapper.

  • @kellyhawes9293
    @kellyhawes9293 2 дні тому +127

    Vivienne is truly generous, with her time, her gifts and mostly with her friendship. She is someone I would dearly love to call a friend.❤

    • @christikapa3856
      @christikapa3856 День тому +11

      Vivienne is a Treasure herself!❤

    • @andreamanocchio9069
      @andreamanocchio9069 День тому +6

      It's more like promotional

    • @tangelite9968
      @tangelite9968 День тому +2

      Agreed!

    • @kindlydude
      @kindlydude День тому

      People like Vivienne give so generously because it is in their nature ...she has so many talents in the arts... she gives of herself wholeheartedly!
      The Law of the Universe is abundance to those who are generous!! 💞💗
      @@andreamanocchio9069

  • @kathymalloy6246
    @kathymalloy6246 2 дні тому +63

    That’s so funny! He can start collecting! Omg😂😂😂Gerald is so funny and cute! 🥰

  • @mkv1783
    @mkv1783 2 дні тому +69

    Percy is a treasure. Take good care of him.

  • @carolynr8322
    @carolynr8322 2 дні тому +97

    Gerald is one of the sweetest people!

  • @elisabeth6108
    @elisabeth6108 2 дні тому +56

    Plant names can be different in different places but in the US Rose of Sharon is a shrub In the hibiscus family. The low plant you refered to looks like St. John's Wort.

    • @dianemellott5278
      @dianemellott5278 День тому +8

      Yup, St Johns Wort for sure. I have both Rose of Sharon and St Johns Wort and very different indeed.

  • @lindamitman4538
    @lindamitman4538 2 дні тому +37

    What a fun vlog - Percy is hilarious with his hair - Annalise didn’t even do it, I did it myself. He’s so sweet.

  • @aletverster
    @aletverster День тому +10

    Percy is hilarious. "In a moment of weakness, he *didn't* buy the porcelain" 😆

  • @user-jt7fl2dv5x
    @user-jt7fl2dv5x 2 дні тому +43

    It’s so wonderful to see Percy so well ❤

  • @trishwilson7517
    @trishwilson7517 День тому +27

    Percy is such a cheeky charmer - he's an absolute a ray of sunshine. Vivienne has such a generous heart, it's easy to see what her love language is :)

  • @sharonadlam3195
    @sharonadlam3195 День тому +16

    Gosh Percy does make me laugh - love his sense of humour

  • @jennifersimpson3751
    @jennifersimpson3751 2 дні тому +80

    Vivienne is such a good friend. The taurine is amazing. The table and flowers and all the pretty dresses are so nice to see.

  • @RonRobertson-lafrance
    @RonRobertson-lafrance 2 дні тому +41

    The green bells are Bells of Ireland.

  • @deirdrevaughan5078
    @deirdrevaughan5078 2 дні тому +49

    Vivienne looks beautiful in that dress 😊 she really is very kind 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

    • @endeavouringit
      @endeavouringit 2 дні тому +9

      Yes, she always looks gorgeous, but that dress is really lovely

    • @lmarion57435
      @lmarion57435 День тому +5

      Stunning dress!!! She looks amazing!

    • @pattiarnolddaniels
      @pattiarnolddaniels День тому +4

      Agree. Love Vivienne's dress.

  • @Begoodmostofthetime
    @Begoodmostofthetime 2 дні тому +23

    Percy is back!! Good health and wit to Percy.

  • @ludovica8221
    @ludovica8221 2 дні тому +27

    The green "flowers" are known variously as Moluccella laevis, Molucca balm or "bells of Ireland"

  • @claireSE16
    @claireSE16 День тому +9

    Gerry is my absolute favourite I’m glad to see him back at the Chateau

  • @cherylsmith9042
    @cherylsmith9042 День тому +14

    Vivian you are such a beautiful friend to Stephanie and Phillip and your taste in everything is just incredible!!! Stephanie your generosity of spirit of kindness and love you show to everyone around you is beyond anyone on UA-cam !!! People are drawn to you like a magnet!!! You really are the heart and soul of the chateau your little church is coming along so lovely and for every star that shines on its ceiling nothing shines brighter than you thankyou for creating such a wonderful Chanel for all of us viewers every week 😊

  • @mariedowling3837
    @mariedowling3837 День тому +7

    Vivienne's gifts are always so thoughtful. The tureen is something that you both appreciate and will enjoy for many years to come.

  • @clarefoskett9959
    @clarefoskett9959 День тому +11

    I love Vivienne, she is full of light 😊

  • @jamesthurber4730
    @jamesthurber4730 День тому +10

    Percy's hair was fabulous!

  • @pamkullman8839
    @pamkullman8839 2 дні тому +18

    I love your gifts! Nice to see you in a sun dress and not shivering at Lalande!

  • @ryanedwardscott
    @ryanedwardscott 2 дні тому +44

    I believe that the green flowers are called Bells of Ireland.

    • @joanies6778
      @joanies6778 2 дні тому +4

      The flowers that leave a global star like structure behind are aliums. I have them in my garden, too! They are one of the first flowers to bloom each spring, but after the daffodils and tulips.

    • @Motherhubbard170
      @Motherhubbard170 2 дні тому +4

      Yes they are called Irish Bells; but I believe the yellow flowered bush is not a Rose of Sharon, which is a hardy hibiscus, and while I'm being miss know it all, I don't know the name of the yellow flowers

    • @marilynburke7609
      @marilynburke7609 2 дні тому +4

      ⁠@@Motherhubbard170 here in the USA I believe the yellow flowers are St. John’s Wort. I have some in my garden that is blooming now. Google will know for sure.😊❤️

    • @300books
      @300books 2 дні тому +4

      @Motherhubbard170. I didn't think they were rose of sharon either, but I did a search and found a type of yellow rose of sharon, also called hypericum, in the search results.

    • @fernetworek9030
      @fernetworek9030 День тому

      @@300books interesting!

  • @ntakovacj3644
    @ntakovacj3644 День тому +6

    I am one hundred percent in Simon's corner on those cups! This is the right size for any cup of coffee. A nice vertical profile and not too wide a mouth. The coffee stays the right temperature in this cup. I might quibble about the handle; I'd have to try it. I love Vivian's pale blue 15 Euro plates too. All in all an excellent video today!

  • @arianaconnor8208
    @arianaconnor8208 День тому +5

    Percy looking so healthy 😊

  • @user-ut1uu1vf1d
    @user-ut1uu1vf1d День тому +5

    Everyone are so beautiful but Percy is the one. He is so close to my heart. May this be a wonderful summer for you all.

  • @rayn8740
    @rayn8740 2 дні тому +14

    Vivienne, you are a goddess. You bring sunshine, even on a cloudy day. What a generous and thoughtful gift.
    Safe travels to the Tartan Prince.
    Marie, another splendid meal.
    I hope that little Lancelot is feeling better since his veterinarian imposed diet. 'No poo for you, Lancelot!' 😂
    ❤ from TX!

  • @aniellove
    @aniellove День тому +19

    Percy is on fire since his successful recovery. You rock!

  • @kim8641
    @kim8641 2 дні тому +8

    When the bunnies have their way with the hosts flower stalks, I find them in perfect condition and always enjoy them in a small vase!!!

  • @lauraturner1290
    @lauraturner1290 2 дні тому +14

    Awww I remember the taurine! It’s lovely

  • @brucecavey9759
    @brucecavey9759 2 дні тому +20

    Dang Marie ! You come up with the most outrageous meals that look outstanding and I know are delicious

  • @mariac4602
    @mariac4602 День тому +2

    "In a moment of weakness, he didn't buy it". Priceless, Percy! And I agree, that Hosta flowers are underrated. They are lovely-both the purple and white versions.

  • @debbiemccann3711
    @debbiemccann3711 2 дні тому +40

    Your gifts are so beautiful.Dinner looked wonderful

  • @3_3645
    @3_3645 2 дні тому +8

    There is a scanner to save your receipts. Your accountant will appreciate it. Best of luck sticking to the job on such a beautiful day

  • @lindak3030
    @lindak3030 2 дні тому +10

    Those are called Bells of Ireland. They smell amazing.They're my favorite flower to grow.

  • @lindasieben9830
    @lindasieben9830 2 дні тому +30

    Good Afternoon from Vancouver Canada

  • @dawnchalmers7853
    @dawnchalmers7853 2 дні тому +11

    Also, I understand every single word that Gerry says; you just have to listen.

  • @user-hl3ey5lb9e
    @user-hl3ey5lb9e День тому +5

    Yes.Delighted to see a fellow Saffer looking so vibrant and happy.Well done Percy😊

  • @toddmurphy523
    @toddmurphy523 2 дні тому +9

    Thinking of Percy, my father at 88 absolutely loves mowing the lawn and trimming around the house.

  • @luannefuller668
    @luannefuller668 2 дні тому +15

    Good evening to all from the Great State of Iowa...

  • @marianburns9542
    @marianburns9542 2 дні тому +8

    Hast to be said… one of my favourite vlogs💚💚💚💚

  • @Seth-gd4mz
    @Seth-gd4mz 2 дні тому +31

    One of the most lovely Summer Tablescapes I've seen. Philip is such an Artist .

  • @jf1a8x1
    @jf1a8x1 День тому +8

    I’m just remembering Mummy before her eye operation. So amazing to see her looking closely at the wedge wood normally and not holding it right up to her face.

  • @verasmith5831
    @verasmith5831 2 дні тому +25

    Such a beautiful time of year with the splendid natural gardens ! Those green flowers in the dinning arrangement are known as Bells of Ireland!

  • @michellemcguire5379
    @michellemcguire5379 2 дні тому +7

    Hi Stephanie!
    The green flowers on your gorgeous table are called The Bells of Ireland!
    I look forward to every episode of your channel!
    Michelle😊

  • @eaccristo
    @eaccristo 2 дні тому +11

    What a Spectacular Day. Comings and going’s and gifts and finds. Lovely. ❤

  • @marlajohnson810
    @marlajohnson810 День тому +1

    I cannot believe how healthy, lively and handsome Percy is looking these days! Good on him. He deserves it.

  • @toddmurphy523
    @toddmurphy523 2 дні тому +11

    A tureen fit for a Chateau. Vivienne is amazing....!

  • @Jane-3229
    @Jane-3229 День тому +2

    Oh Percy! 😂 my favourite moment of this video was when Percy showed off his hair that he did himself! Made me laugh out loud! Big love to you all x

  • @karenbrindley7170
    @karenbrindley7170 День тому +5

    Stephanie, when the Alium Schubertii dry out, you can cut them and spray paint them for decoration.

  • @SuzylondonUK
    @SuzylondonUK 2 дні тому +5

    You guys are my evening ritual everyday since covid- when I whisked off to Montpellier beach sunbathing- My family thought I was completely nuts on holiday.🤣 You truly deserve all the world- this place is fabulous now. I even shed a tear for the chapel- it is amazing 💗

  • @briansilkworth5486
    @briansilkworth5486 День тому +9

    Percy makes me smile.

  • @carolynr8322
    @carolynr8322 2 дні тому +10

    Hello from Tucson Arizona 😊

  • @Dagrond
    @Dagrond 2 дні тому +15

    I remember that courtyard when it was dirt and weeds. Really amazing what talented people can do ...

  • @mariab1429
    @mariab1429 2 дні тому +8

    The garden keeps getting better and better! I'll have to visit one day! 🥰

  • @terrisuebone5396
    @terrisuebone5396 10 годин тому +1

    The meals Marie prepare are an art in themselves..she pours her love into each dish

  • @lrogers707
    @lrogers707 2 дні тому +6

    G- is too much☺in a good way...as usual, enjoyed today's video

  • @TheClairegrant
    @TheClairegrant 2 дні тому +4

    It is so hot here in Georgia, USA, our hosta are all burned to yellow. We pray for rain. Love the presents. I am a collector too and I think often of packing up my Cambridge crystal and mailing it to you. Thank you for happy postings.

  • @jomeyer13
    @jomeyer13 2 дні тому +9

    love gerry's shirt

  • @산림치유
    @산림치유 2 дні тому +5

    가족분들의 건강과 행복을 기원합니다. 🙏

  • @christineh5790
    @christineh5790 2 дні тому +9

    I can remember Vivienne’s first visit to Lalande with Isabella. I thought then how lovely she was and she has proved me right ever since! Such gorgeous gifts and always so thoughtful and personalised. At times like this I wish I lived on the other side of the world so I could attend the Patron days.💖🇳🇿

  • @kateglondon
    @kateglondon День тому +2

    Love Percy! Good to see mummy and percy back....

  • @ginnyrabbitt-jenkins535
    @ginnyrabbitt-jenkins535 День тому +2

    Blessed with family, friends and guest.

  • @linedallaire9631
    @linedallaire9631 2 дні тому +31

    Good evening from Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 ❤. HAPPY CANADA DAY!!!!!

  • @christinetonkins4183
    @christinetonkins4183 День тому +3

    Percy, "lock Phillip in the car so he can't buy porcelain."

  • @lcg5790
    @lcg5790 2 дні тому +5

    Bells of Ireland is one of the most perfect greens and I think the leaves look like little ears sticking out.

  • @bonniefrench9884
    @bonniefrench9884 2 дні тому +17

    Marie, you continue to amaze us with your daily cuisine ! So inventive and creative ! You are a jewel with you your many talents ! Vivienne, you are so generous, loving and kind ! Love Philips table settings and quick eye for porcelain !

  • @amyk108
    @amyk108 День тому +2

    I think the plant with yellow flowers is St Johns Wart. I used to have it in the garden at my old house. Grows very quickly! Lovely vlog as always. Vivienne is so kind xxx

  • @jannevils1526
    @jannevils1526 2 дні тому +4

    The lovely green plant is Bells of Ireland. They would be beautiful in the chinoiserie tulip vase. Vivian is just awesome and love her to pieces!

  • @EmilyBltz
    @EmilyBltz День тому +2

    I just love Vivian - she really is so generous! lol I thought Vivian said Phillip was able to do the Porcelain shuffle - second time around I picked up shopper but it was good for a chuckle. 😊❤

  • @june6119
    @june6119 2 дні тому +3

    Love Percy!

  • @jillshanahan3979
    @jillshanahan3979 День тому +3

    Oh Percy! I love you ❤️

  • @blakehahn-atlantaga8510
    @blakehahn-atlantaga8510 День тому +2

    Loved Viviennes gifts!! Beautiful episode!

  • @Missyisapunkrocker
    @Missyisapunkrocker 2 дні тому +5

    Those green flowers are called Bells of Ireland!

  • @heatherbright7214
    @heatherbright7214 День тому +2

    The flowers you are wondering what they are are called "Bells of Ireland ".

  • @goldyshergill5968
    @goldyshergill5968 2 дні тому +4

    Where does your uncle buy his clothes? He always looks so dapper!

  • @thomasgansevoort929
    @thomasgansevoort929 День тому +3

    Great shirt Jerry was wearing, I want one. Such a laugh when Percy showed off his hair. It's so so nice when Isabelle and Percy are there. I love Isabelle's expression when she's not sure if she approves or disapproves of something, and I am not sure if she's going to censure or laugh. Easy to see why Percy's smitten, why we all are.with Château de la Lande and our extended UA-cam family.

  • @MP-js5ro
    @MP-js5ro 2 дні тому +6

    English is my native tongue but I’m gonna need a translator for Gerry 🤣

  • @victoriadunnett4745
    @victoriadunnett4745 День тому +2

    Love the terrine! Congratulations guys!

  • @kirstaknight9691
    @kirstaknight9691 2 дні тому +7

    No I just love Percy so funny

  • @janetroberts2262
    @janetroberts2262 День тому +2

    We have very recently moved to a seaside village in Kent and yesterday my husband exclaimed “there’s a peacock in the garden!”, I thought he was playing around but couldn’t think why he’d say that, but, sure enough, there was this majestic creature walking around the garden with his robe of tail feathers dragging behind him, it was amazing to see and he came right up to the patio doors and looked in and stayed in the garden and on the shed roof for a good half hour and wasn’t fazed at all by the window cleaner clearing the gutters or by us stepping into the garden. Apparently someone has four pet peacocks, one of which is white, and they are often seen in the village, so we are hoping for many more visits 🦚🦚🦚🦚🥰

  • @lorrieriddle4079
    @lorrieriddle4079 День тому +3

    I enjoyed the video, thank you!!

  • @dorothylaplante7243
    @dorothylaplante7243 2 дні тому +15

    Wow those pendants are beautiful. What lovely gifts..

  • @amys684
    @amys684 День тому +3

    I just love your videos! The joy of La Lande is contagious! I believe the yellow flowers are called Creeping St John’s Wort, at least they are here in the states. We have another flowering shrub called Rose of Sharon, which has beautiful pink/purple flowers. 🌸

    • @midnightdreemz1509
      @midnightdreemz1509 День тому +1

      Thank you for posting. I have Rose of Sharon in my garden and when Stephanie pointed out hers, I was thinking it was not. Mine are a beautiful pink, but i have to say that St Johnswort is very pretty too. 🫠Tx🇺🇲

  • @Susan-iy5fv
    @Susan-iy5fv День тому +7

    Marie is a tad confused. Caprese salad is made from fresh, thick-sliced tomatoes, equally thick slices of mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, not melon balls.

    • @franziskazur4794
      @franziskazur4794 День тому +2

      she said untraditional..

    • @kam9989
      @kam9989 День тому

      She’s on the right track with Italian connection, it’s similar to antipasto, prosciutto e melone.

    • @Susan-iy5fv
      @Susan-iy5fv День тому

      @@kam9989 It's still not a caprese salad.

  • @cathygesch6817
    @cathygesch6817 2 дні тому +10

    I believe that what you are calling "Rose of Sharon" is actually "Saint John's Wort".

  • @alliejones9864
    @alliejones9864 День тому +1

    Bahahaha, I love Percy, he’s so on form with his humour 😂

    • @KathyRichards-tr9zx
      @KathyRichards-tr9zx День тому +1

      Percy was a ray of sunshine in his yellow shirt! I love Percy & Isabelle so much, it's wonderful when they're at Lalande!

  • @deedeed6853
    @deedeed6853 2 дні тому +7

    What a good friend Vivienne is! She is generous to a fault and beyond kind. Also, MARIE!!! she is amazing!! I'm just thrilled for her because it seems she has met he stride,and is proving her worth in soooooo may ways. The Best Marie!! And, Philip, your TABLESCAPES are stunning! All together you're all doing a wonderful job!!

  • @rjf180
    @rjf180 20 годин тому

    So wonderful to see Percy again!!! He has such a great sense of humor and such style! Love seeing him!

  • @susansouthern6704
    @susansouthern6704 День тому +1

    I always love to see Gerry come to visit

  • @beccazie101
    @beccazie101 5 годин тому

    We were looking forward to Gerry singing, 🎶 “I’m leaving on a jet plane! Don’t know when I’ll be back again!”🎶 we just love Gerry and how he sings when he leaves 🥰 Blessings to all!

  • @drj5758
    @drj5758 2 дні тому +6

    Green bells are called “Bells of Ireland”

  • @Dorian1970
    @Dorian1970 День тому +1

    Gerri’s shirt is amazing! Loving all the colors.

  • @mooliparsnip9264
    @mooliparsnip9264 День тому

    Percy is a delight and so funny, he literally cracked me up with the comment about his hair!!! 😆😆