“C’mon Mum - put your foot down!! Pure joy - how wonderful that the simple things can make for such happiness. Using the umbrella for a hook, baking huge loaves of bread, riding all over in the golf cart and sharing a joke with Mum. 😁

@risalangdon9883

2 жыл бұрын

It made me laugh out loud when he said that 🤣lol

Your videos are getting better and better, Michael. They are so delightful, interesting and full of a kind of nostalgia for me, plus your Mum is lovely and Andrew is simply a delight. More, please! 💕

@vesperholly8285

2 жыл бұрын

Hear, hear!!!

@patriziadelorenzis378

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Aga, when it's summer hot wouldn't It be better to bake at the Chateau? Lovely ride..

The three of you rampaging through the fields in the golf cart was like Mr. Toad's Wild Ride!

Michael, I cant tell you how incredible it is too see that happiness just exude from you. It is glorious to see you so happy and doing things you love. ❤ Go Sherrie Go!!!! Waves at Andrew, doing a great job sweet heart! 👏 By the way Michael, you publish that cookbook, I'm totally in!

@dixiebooth1388

2 жыл бұрын

Loved watching your daily vlogs. You did a great job. Loved watching you cook/baking. Can't wait to see what you do next.

Love seeing your mum. What a great sense of humor she has. And also im so glad to see Bertie back with his daddy. All my best to you, Michael and congrats on 7 days of filming and editing.

Congratulations Michael on completing this 7 days of vlogging. Andrew has done an excellent job as the cameraman. So good seeing your mom and working together to capture those blackberries.

This just goes to show that an interesting and informative video can be made very simply at home, so long as the filming and editing is well done. I appreciate your hard work Michael and Andrew. Thanks to Sherrie too for some much needed 'Mum time' especially rally driving a golf buggy! Loved it.

You're having entirely too much fun,Andrew is always smiling.

@cltransler

2 жыл бұрын

He has the sweetest smile, doesn't he?

This one was really nice. I enjoyed seeing more of Andrew and your mum.

@dawnalive

2 жыл бұрын

Just be sure you are not copying someone else's copyrighted recipe.

🇨🇦❤️That was joyous, Michael! You, Andrew and your wonderful Mum make a great team. Thank you so much for this series. Your heartfelt message at the end made me smile and I’m still smiling as I write this. You’ve come back stronger and better than ever and I couldn’t be more pleased for you.

This has been a really enjoyable week of videos, well done!

As I understand it, it doesn’t help it rise more; it helps develop a more crusty exterior.

@fierywomanpacnw7004

2 жыл бұрын

This.

@moiragoldsmith7052

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the steam gelatinises the starch and forms a good crust.

@twobluestripes

2 жыл бұрын

Agreee

@katj-d6885

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, the crust develops a golden colour 🍞

Michael i mist say that I have officially watched each and everyone one of your 7 days and I can tell you that I enjoyed them all. Thank you and Andrew for the stellar shows. Keep up the forest work

Did your mum drive at La Mans? I think this was my favorite video so far. So much adventure, and a dog race!

You should do an illustrated recipe book …recipes from the gardeners cottage

@teresaallan7759

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah👏

@sarahkelly473

2 жыл бұрын

I would buy it in a heartbeat

Michael I enjoyed this vlog soooooooooooo much! The simplest of life at the chateau! The baking of bread, cooking and getting back to how you started it all! Painting and DIY’s. But this one was so special as you and your Mom doing such fun together! Teasing her and her having fun. She is enjoying life having her son back to his ole creative self and spending time with him. Gosh any Mom would love to live in a place like that with all her kids together & yet still have their own lives! 👌🏼🙌🏼

The ride on the back of the cart looked so fun! I agree, there's a sense of joy in your videos again which is so wonderful to see.

You can illustrate your recipe book too! That would be lovely.

Loving your daily vlogs, Michael. Thank you so much!

I am enjoying these videos this week. It has been fun. Thank you all for sharing.

You must have had such a lovely childhood as you are all so delightful. I love that you all work, laugh together, and support each other. Your mum reminds me so much of my nan, who is the greatest lady I've ever known. I hope you had a nice couple of days off after doing 8 videos back to back. 🤗

The whole video was fun, but the pure bliss radiating from those dogs when they were running 😍💗 I think they had the most fun! The place is looking great, congrats to everyone that's worked so hard to make it beautiful again!

This was AMAZING, and so heart warming in many ways.. the bread. Your mother, Andrew, BlackBerry hedgerow, the beautiful cow's , deer country side, all the dog's and the wonderful dog's racing .. loved all your idyllic vlogs this week. Have a blessed weekend 🥀🤗🙏👥💕

@rachelsotora2668

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! The golf cart B roll was edited to perfection!

Michael you are so lucky to have your parents living with you. My dad is gone and my mother is stuck living in a hotel because she's too stubborn to let her children do anything for her. It must feel wonderful to have all your family around you. Always treasure that.

Yum, yum, yum!! Well done again Micheal!!! I am pretending to be able to smell the delicious aroma of baking bread ❤️👍🏻🇳🇿

‘In the old days.’ --You’re like a minute old!!! 😁 You are multi-talented! 💗

The Aga stove was actually invented by a Swedish gentleman named Gustaf Dalén in the late 1920s. He was also a Nobel Laureate in Physics.

Michael! You bring me so much joy! ❌⭕

Love to see these continue everyday yet i know that is a nasty schedule to keep. You seem alot more at ease now. Glad to see the change. If others can't handle you when you are you then they are mentally underdeveloped. Period...

I love your choice of music… goes so well with your surroundings!

These videos are utterly charming, relaxing, happy, and make me feel great during and after I watch them. Thank you!

Ive done exactly that with my recipe collection and my kids, now older, have asked for copies of it. Which is just the most heart warming thing for me. It has all my mums favourites, my nanas favourites and mine.

What a great video Michael! Your bread making is tops! I can't wait to see the jam being poured into the little jars! I was so happy to hear that you might do one on Sunday when you cook the roast.... yum....and hopefully more next week and so on! I can't say it enough...you have been missed and it's such a blessing to have you back....your many talents, great music and not to forget Andrew...he is a great photographer! Oh, can't forget the dogs running ahead of the cart Mum was driving....so cute....such good family times! Bless you all!

Loving waking up to your daily videos! Thanks so much for being yourself Michael

I just love your mom and dad! And all the family! You all have lots of talent! Bless you all!

Thank you for making more vlogs! You where missed!

Absolutely loved this. No apologies for anything. Your daily life 💖 Chateau life. Beautiful gardens and surrounds. Great music. Such a delight. Love your cooking and a cook book! What a brilliant idea 💡💖🙌🏼💖🙌🏼💖

Best week I’ve had in 15 months! Thank you, Michael!

Keep them going Micheal, Dan the gardener says the more you do the easier they get. Loving your daily vlogs. Xxx

Lovely bread can’t wait for the jam now xx

Loved the video!...love seeing you so happy! Congrats on making seven videos in 7days!...I look forward to each of your videos. Loved seeing your Mum and Andrew in the video as well.

Love meeting your family..your Mom and Dad are so cool. Had so much fun picking berries with you and going for a ride..really enjoyed that. ❤️❤️👍🏻

I wrote once and thought I was finished up, then I saw the doggies running home and they were so cute, I had to tell you how much I enjoyed them!! Enjoy your evening😀

I really enjoyed that Michael, it was nice just to see you out in the countryside with two of your favourite people and the dogs picking berries. With blackberries the best are usually hiding underneath close to the ground...or maybe other people picked the top ones and I just found the loads underneath. I’m jealous of your bread, it raised so high, I can never get it to raise so well like my grandmother did. One gran made hers with water and the other lived on a farm and used milk and they made very different types of just plain white bread. Back then they made bread at least twice a week, usually three times if there was any extras at table. They lived to far from a store, store bread was too expensive and tasted like crap😂🤣😂. It’s a treat to have hand made bread these days, though my daughter uses a bread machine and that’s ok. Can’t wait to see the jam being made if you show that, I usually make jellies because I don’t like all the seeds, especially blackberries, they are too big and get stuck between my teeth. I’ve really enjoyed your videos this week Michael and thats the way to get all your subscribers and Patrons back, maybe 2 or 3 a week for a bit before you cut back. I don’t mean to tell you what to do with your channel but ...there’s that nasty word but...just from watching other channels grow, those that are successful and those that just didn’t make it. There are so many chateaux channels looking for a piece of the market now it’s bound to be harder to keep the interest if you’re not consistent in getting content out. I have a lot of time on my hands ( health) and watch way too many vloggers. Those that consistently put out one video, same day and time every week, have the odd extra and occasionally a live seem to be the most successful long term. It’s like how people like to watch the weekly show of their favourite Tv program , it’s something reliable to look forward to. Anyway, too much nattering, well done this week and your sweet camera man did a lovely job🥰🙋🏼

@barbibutton9619

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of truth there. I truly hope he didn't lose too many to begin with. Not sure what everyone was up in arms about to begin with but my thinking is much more liberal than most.

@sherrylelee8274

Жыл бұрын

❤️🌹👍🏻🇳🇿 New Zealand

WooHoo can you believe day seven of daily vlogs!!!!!!! and I loved every second of them

These daily vlogs have been interesting and I really like to see you so happy again.

Michael, your channel is such a bright spot. I’m halfway around the world and relate to stepping in cow patties. Thank you for these lovely daily videos. Filming and editing is on point with your charming personality!

The Aga is just so beautiful, I can't get enough and would love to have something similar some day! And grass for free fresh milk? How awesome!

so enjoyable! one can really feel how much more fun and joy of life Andrew has braught to you! keep this wunderful mood up!

I have absolutely LOVED your daily vlogs. I don't want you to get burned out but I could watch you everyday! Your mom is so funny! I love getting to see her more. And I love all of the cooking you have been doing recently.

Thoroughly enjoyed this daily video!!! So much fun!!!! Your bread turned out so beautiful!!!! Nothing beats homemade bread! I'm excited to make this when the weather cools off. I live in Oregon and it is currently 103 f / 34 c. Way too hot to be doing anything but drinking iced tea and watching entertaining vlogs. Have a wonderful weekend making jam!

Just watching this again whilst waiting fom my bread to rise, I'm so happy to see you back to your old self, you seem so happy, it's catching. So cute watching the little doggies running in front of you on the way back. X

Like driving around an old painting!

How wonderful to see a son and mother so engaged with each other. It makes me miss my own son so very much. You have brightened my day once again dear Michael. Love you honey. Margaret

"Push on, Michael! these are terrific! thank you for your dedication!!

Michael, Your mom is so cute and what a since of humor. LOL! Thank you so much for the seven day adventure, it was such a joy.

Your Mum's idea of using the umbrella to hook the far branches is BRILLIANT!!! I have gotten tangles many a times trying to reach the far ones!

Michael, love these videos. I know it's a lot of work, but so appreciated. Enjoy your weekend. Looking forward to videos next week.

Watching with a big grin on my face- that was a lot of fun!! My favourite bit was Bertie and Patton joyously running in front of the golf cart ❤️🧡

What a lovely day. I can't wait to see what you do with that MONSTER sized red pepper !!

What on earth would compel anyone to thumbs down 👎🏻 any video from Michael at the beautiful chateau???

Very much enjoyed these daily videos. Don’t feel pressured that you need to make one every day but please feel encouraged to keep up in the same direction.

Michael , thank you for sharing your everyday life with us . Plz give your Mum a hug from me, shes lovely.

I finally got my kitchen aid and couldn’t wait to get started with it. I spent so much time going thru recipes. I started with breads and cookies first, I just love that machine, I think every kitchen needs one. Have fun playing with it and collecting your recipes, your breads turned out great!

Michael and Andrew, this was just gorgeous! 🖤 I felt like I was there making memories with you - thanks so much for sharing your world ✨🖤✨

Perfect video! You can do anything. I love the ideas of the cook book, add some of your art! I know I would buy it and several for my friends!

You are living a wonderful life! Just watching you all makes me so happy! 😊

Absolutely loved this vlog, the dogs running in front of the golf cart and music..like watching a swashbuckler movie..and of course ze pain du Chateau!

Oh the smell of fresh bread is the best. I can almost smell it through the screen 🤔 If you have extra blackberries try making a cobbler 😘

I always turn my dough out onto a surface with a bit of olive oil as flour can make your bread too dense and taste of flour. The light oil allows you to knead a bit without it sticking or becoming over floured. Brush with butter when it is done to help keep outside tender and wait till it cools about 20 minutes before cutting. If you cut into it too soon, it lets the steam out that keeps it soft.

Loved your daily vlogs, we in Australia are back in lockdown in so many places, so your vlogs are helping so much to pass the time.

Short and sweet. Thankful for the glimpse of countryside and real life.

i was going through my subscription list deleting channels i do not watch any longer, but i enthusiastically added this one. your videos bring humor and simplicity into my brain for a few minutes. thank you for that :)

@dianalewis8548

2 жыл бұрын

This vlog is a keeper.

Your mom is the best. She loves her children so much and she's so patient.

Loved watching you an Andrew having fun with your mum an I laughed when your mum told that story about the tick lol oh an your bread looked amazing, enjoy.

Very good idea to have a book to write your favorite recipes in, I have had a recipe book that I started about 30 years ago, so nice to be able to find the recipes when the urge hits you.

You mentioned a dairy farm being nearby. So real cream would be available. I remember as a child, cream rises to the top of fresh milk. My first experience with real cream whipped up for a delicious dessert was such a treat. It started my journey for cooking and baking. Remembering my mom baking the best fresh loaf of bread was magical. Being from San Francisco, of course, I'm crazy for Artisan breads, especially sourdough. Thanks for teaching me about the Aga. Wonderful stove, not usually seen in the U.S....

I love it when you play what I call "Your music" in the videos.

Oh Mom is such a lovely lady!!! I laughed and laughed at her joke!! Loving the daily vlogs!!! you are looking so happy these days!!

The bread looks delicious. The blueberry picking was lovely to see the grounds. Love the dogs too. Nisa

Your Mom is a GEM!!!

Michael, that was fantastic! I have had a horribly, rough week at work and your video turned my frown upside down! You are a joy to watch and I adore your family!

@kaihandren9309

2 жыл бұрын

Blake .. so glad to hear that help you feel happier ....

Day seven is very warm and fuzzy. Michael's unbridled enthusiasm over his bread is precious and chasing the dogs in the golf cart was adorable.

thankyou michael this qs fantastic and the bread wow you are amzing . You did look like mary poppins on the back of the golf buggy with the umbrella. How lovely too share time with your mum picking blackberries

Michael I am pleased to see you so very happy. Love your mom, loved the ride along the brambles. So nice you were able to pick almost what you needed. You live in a beautiful place, the cottage so pretty. The bread looks amazing. Enjoy your day off, post when you feel like it. Those that live you will always be here. ❤️❤️❤️🙏💐💐

If you ever get a chance to attend one of the Aga useage instruction courses, go on one, they show you how you can cook and bake different things at the same time, things that need different temperatures and even how to bake with the doors still open. They are incredible.

Best week hanging out in the country with you all every day 😍

Watching your mom drive the golf cart made we want to drive 1 😂

Thank you! I really enjoyed this vlog and your Aga take me back to my granny’s house in the middle of South Africa- many years ago! ❤️❤️❤️

Michael your Videos are so Delightful to Watch.Love seeing you with your Amazing Mom.😘🙏❤❤👍👍👍

I used to get up really early, drive to the back of the mtn, and pick from giant thornless..peach plum white peach, white nectarines...brought them home and canned some, froze some...

@charleswalker1185

2 жыл бұрын

Blackberries!

@charleswalker1185

2 жыл бұрын

Vinegar or salt in veggie fruit wash

Loved the golf cart scenes and complimentary music, with Mum driving, Michael hanging off the back and the doggies forging ahead. Big smiles. :)

@katehobbs2008

2 жыл бұрын

Complementary music, not free. 😁

@lindefraser9148

2 жыл бұрын

@@katehobbs2008 It's free for me since I am not paying for it.

Lovely video too watch. Thank you for sharing 👍 😁

Michael seeing you hang out with your mum reminds of the close and loving friendship I have with my boys we always have fun together and I have such wonderful memories....great idea using an umbrella to help reach the perfect berries!🐞🇨🇦

I rather enjoyed this one,keep it up dear Michael!!! Beautiful imagery...

Very exciting for you to be trying out the Arga to make bread. If you like raisin bread it will also be great to make a loaf. I love a slice of raisin bread with butter. It will be nice to see how the farmer making the bales of hay. The cook book idea is a good one and perhaps designing a wall paper for the Gardener's cottage

Great week, well done xx ❤️

I enjoyed your bramble hunt! Really nice video.. your bread looks amazing! THIS is exactly what you need to be doing, focusing on your skills, sharing that with the viewers and developing your brand 🙂 country living life style, art, craft, cooking, renovation... I ❤️ it..

It’s so good to see you smiling and happy! Andrew is lovely and I love the way he smiles when he catches you looking at him. I’m sure his smile is only matched by yours! The bounce in your step is back and I’m sure it’ll lead to great things ahead :-) Thanks for letting us come along on the journey

This is just your cutest video to date. OMG. You, your boyfriend and mother are seriously just the sweetest.