I do enjoy your rambling. I feel like I am listening to a good friend tell me about what is going on with her. Sending a hug❤️. I am glad you included the tutorial on art. I am retired and have always wanted to try painting and drawing. I am a gardener and look forward to your plans for the outside of your lovely château. I also like the idea about keeping the hallways white while adding color to some bedrooms. I grew up in an 18th century farmhouse. The bedrooms had the original colors and we always referred to each one by their color. The green room, the pink room, etc
This. .... trying to be festive ....alone ....I often leave the tree up .... until it quits snowing. My neighbors are used to that now. And every year I swear I'm going to just run away to somewhere warm ...and every year it just doesn't happen. You chateau story is ....motivational. Thank you for sharing.
I lost my father when I was five, my sister was nine and my brother was 13. My mother was 36 at the time, spoke almost no English, and was left with a mortgage. In retrospect, we lost a lot of our mother then, too. I have a lot of respect for you having worked through those times and doing your best for your children. I think you can call it a chateau because it is that to you. A woman’s home is her castle, especially after all she’s been through.
Gosh, so much loss in your life. I’m sorry. But knowing loss also means knowing how to live so I hope it has brought that gift to you. Thank you for your comment 😍
This was my third Christmas as a widow and since I spend Thanksgiving with my son, daughter-in-law and darling granddaughter, I spend Christmas by myself. I don’t have a hard time which surprised me…..probably because I order gifts for myself from Amazon and have plenty of new books to peruse and yarn to knit and crochet. I do not allow myself to linger on what was because that leads to depression for me. Plus we are so lucky to live in the age of FaceTime which is wonderful. I loved watching your latest painting process and since I have lots of supplies, I’m going to give it a try. The first thing that came to mind was to use fabric paints free form on an old sweatshirt. Best wishes to you and the sooner you go to France, the happier you will be, especially with flowers blooming in another month or two. 🌺🌸🌹🪷🍀
I love your comment, thank you! Let me know how it goes with the fabric paint. I did it on face masks during covid and they turned out to be pretty cool. 😍
I totally agree with you that creating experiences helps with the sadness that tries to overwhelm us at certain times. Your day in the snow looked and sounded wonderful.....building new memories. Thinking of you here in Australia....looking forward to following your experiences and I am sure a few escapades in 2023. Loving watching your painting tutorial.
Your art is lovely and so is your dads chateau drawing! I can’t imagine the depth of pain you have endured over the years. It’s always good to feel it and then release it. It’s the healthy way to heal. Even though it’s not a fun process. You seemed to be balanced with it all. Much love to you and I’m excited to see you back in France. May the days ahead bring you many blessings and divine flow. 🙏
Grief never really ends and the holidays are hard. Give yourself grace. I try to. My husband died five years ago and his birthday was Christmas Day. So I totally relate to it being a hard time. It’s good to see you do art. I paint and craft and it is like therapy for me. Hugs
I’m coming!!! Found your YT channel yesterday and have been binging. I’m 52 and lost my 49yo husband this summer from a totally unexpected cancer diagnosis. My 14yo daughter and I just had a deeply emotional holiday season and are daily trying to navigate life. You are so inspirational whether you intend to be or not. The views, the peacefulness, the food, the charm, all of it is wonderful. I’ll continue to follow along and hope to see it someday in person. Best wishes!
Aww, you're so sweet. Thank you. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Widowhood is a really crappy club to belong to. Be sure to check out campwidow.org. A very helpful resource. Hugs to both you and your daughter. 😊
Greetings and Happy New Year 🎉, Since I am the opposite of you ( super hyper), I find that you help me a lot to sit still and be calm. From one artist to an another, I really enjoy watching you create. It is such a beautiful unique out come each time. Merci.
I vote (as though you asked 😊) for going back to France and then returning to San Fransisco when it’s time! The firehouse vlogs have been fun! Thanks for including that. Also loved seeing your painting process! I enjoy art on a strictly hobby basis, so it was great to watch you work! Thanks for sharing!
“We went to a Viking disco party.”…. As one does! 🙂 My heart goes out to you. I appreciate your authenticity about the Holidays as a widow. Made me think of the quote by Anne Lamott: “You will lose someone you can’t live without,and your heart will be badly broken, and the bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn’t seal back up. And you come through. It’s like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly-that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp.” ― Anne Lamott
Your rambling is just like being there with you and sharing a quiet time with a friend who is authentic.I wish you and your loved ones the best going forward on this adventure.
I loved how you went ‘wee’ as you moved the roller thingy around the paintings. Bet you didn’t even know you were doing it - you were just in the moment having fun - made me smile.
I love the floor you showed from magazine. I am 77 years old so take my advice. Do what you want no one needs to worry about floor etc except you It’s your chateau 👍 make it your taste
Memories and experiences last more than material gifts. Glad you had a lovely time with your family and hope you can get back to France soon. Lucky that you have a great handyman over there.
True, Mimi! Now that my stepsons are older and recently married, we book a night away at a B&B in January so they can still celebrate traditions with their dad's family and new in-laws. We are making new memories ❤️
Grief brain - anyone who has suffered tremendous loss might be inclined to have a hard time at the holidays. For me, I lost a son 7 years ago. There is always a sad pallor over the significant days. He was a twin, so his twin’s birthday is always a challenge. Peace to all of us who have chronic grief.
@@karigraham8168 I am so sorry Kari. I really didn’t know there was a name for the phenomena but I’m glad there is - grief brain seems to sum it up. I, like many, can only guess at your pain but many of us can deeply relate to it in some way. I think holiday grief is an under studied subject. There are millions who quietly fight off a deep sadness that befalls us during this time. Holiday recovery feels slow and lonely, as it is an inside job. Much respect and compassion to you and yes, like you said, peace to all who know this.
You don't have to explain yourself Abby. Grief knows no timeline. Love knows no bounds. Breathe through the breathlessness. Honouring your heart is the way forward. Now, looking at the Chateau, fun is in order for sure! She's been neglected and now she's in the hands of love. You will reignite the flame of beauty within her soul. Cheers from Canada🇨🇦
I Love seeing you do your Art! Very inspiring! I haven't painted in nearly 25 years and have been thinking about getting back at it! This video was a sign!. Haha! Thank You!
Hi what a lovely interesting video I feel your pain I lost my husband last year so yes it's hard at Xmas people say time is a great healer I'm not so sure .anyways watched your video's from day 1 love yo see what you are up to next ,can't wait for your return to France to see what you are up yo on your return. Loved the pics at the start with your family and dogs chloe just does her own thing ha ha .The painting you done is lovely. Love the colours x
Perhaps use the chateau as an art outlet. Mix the old with the new and make the chateau your home. You aren’t trying to make a museum. I hope that you find peace and comfort in 2023. Loss is something you never truly get over and as long as you keep their memories alive it in turn gives you joy in some small moment in time. I truly believe that our loved ones look out for us. Love your channel so much! I am Patreon number 8! 😊
Happy new year. 🎊🎈. Many blessings to you and your family. I admire you. ❤you such strong person. Remember you not alone. Now you have so many people fallowing you. I’m always waiting for a new video to watch. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Warm heart s from Texas ❤
Great to hear you! You help so many of us during this time of the world, I took care of ex husband who had Covid 12/21, I cooked, gave him supplements, and my family completely shunned me! For caring for him. I did not get sick. Horrible times.
Wishing you a blessed and prosperous new year 🎉🎊🥳🎆😍😘 Holidays are hard when you have loss a loved one. Love creating experiences as memories last longer. Love your art and agree about selling your art as postcards. Bonne annee ❤😍😘
I have been painting in oils since high school and college and I’m in my upper 60’s now. It’s always been my therapy and tranquility. I think your post card series turned out beautiful. You could probably reproduce them and sell them in a box as a set. I’m happy you managed to have a good Christmas and I wish you a very happy, healthy new year. xx
I love your videos. You are well spoken and entertaining. It’s very interesting watching your life evolve. I am impressed with your “can do,” attitude. You are a woman, to be reckoned with. Thank you for sharing about the loss of your husband. Must have been, and am sure, still is hard. But look at what you are doing and the example you are setting for your loved ones. You Rock!!
Happy New Year, I know how you feel, Dec 24, 2004 I lost my only younger sister during a major snow storm just 12 days after her 46 the Birthday, this year during a snow blizzard on the 23 Rd I was by myself with a nephew in law I woke after just 3 hrs sleep to find he had passed away. He was in critical health due to diabetes. I hold on too my faith in the Lord. Hang in there, love your home.
After watching all of the chateau videos, you have grown so much, you are interesting and this venture has sparked my interest you have learned how to capture an audience, thanks for your candid veiws, and you are so sweet, Happy New Year!!
I absolutely love your videos. Thank for sharing. Loved your cards, so easy and effortless. Listening to your ramblings feels so restful to me. I quilt as your ramble. I myself am a widow, and feel your pain. It has been almost 23 years but sometimes everything comes back, and you have to reflect. Abby, thank you. Such pleasure viewing your renovations! Thoughts and prayers!
You are an inspiring woman, keep strong cause that’s what our loved ones want for us. The sun keeps shining to tell us to keep waking up and living our best lives❤
I’m so very grateful to you, for sharing your journey, and being so open about your grief. Your advice about experiences, is spot on. Just prior to the pandemic I was able to have a holiday in Seattle, the motherland for me ❤ and it was the best holiday of these hellish 4 years. You are a survivor and such an inspiration for those of us navigating the waters of grief…
I am a widow of 14 years now. My struggle is trying to keep holidays similar to what there were when my husband was here. Those were the best 7 1/2 years of my life..heaven on earth. It has been a struggle because my siblings have moved on
Happy New Year Abby! Grief is hard to process during the holidays especially! I lost my dad back in 1999. Too young. I miss him every single day. My mom now lives with us. She has Alzheimer’s! They call it the long goodbye for a reason. You are right. All loss is hard. God Bless! Looking forward to 2023 and lots more great vlogs. I don’t care where you vlog from. They are always interesting.
Happy new year!! 🥳🎊🎉 I saw your painting of Puy Vidal on Julia and Carolinas vlog!! It was beautiful 🥰🥰🥰 so very talented❤❤❤ I love painting with mostly with oils but I have to say I'm loving watercolours. ❤❤❤❤❤ You are allowed to have those moments of sadness when you've lost a loved one no matter the years that have passed. My late father once told me never try to bury that feeling and just to let it be, if it brings tears then it brings tears. He said to me to think of that moment as you and your lost love reconnecting again through a moment in time that was once shared when they were here in person. ❤❤❤ I thought I'd share that thought with you ❤❤❤ Another great vlog and I love your idea of going back to fance!!! And going back to the USA when its time for the meeting ❤❤🎉🎊 much hugs to you, belated merry Christmas and happy new year!!! 🥳🎊🎉
You went through such a terrible loss and although the grieving changes, it never ends. It’s hard work. I’m very sorry for the sadness the holidays bring. We go through that every December also. On a bright note, I LOVED watching your art process. Have been watching RU-vid artists for several years and I enjoy it so much. Thank you!
I am in awe of what you are doing and also what you’ve accomplished . So glad I found your channel. Love listening to your daily chronicles! Thank you so much!!!! Your new home is lovely and the antique shops are amazing. I’ve always loved France . 💕
I just found your channel 2 days ago and have been binge watching them. Just watched this last one in this series. I've enjoyed watching you on your journey and throughout the whole time watching these I kept saying to myself how proud your husband would have been! You are allowing so many into your world, even though every now and then I see a glimpse of how uncomfortable you are in front of the camera. That will change with time. I'm here to thank you for this wonderful series and can't wait to see the rest of the story! Keep on keeping on!❤
Thanks for your kind comment. Yes, I do feel pretty awkward in front of the camera, but I am slowly getting more used to it I think. Thanks for watching! 😊
Your videos and sharing your life experience is so moving… Seattle/Puget Sound is a special place for a cozy January and I wish you a great month of planning your travels. LOVE your art tutorials and lovely watercolors!
Sending you big big hugs Abby, Christmas time is a very hard one for many of us. I try to stay positive but yes there are some sad days and I can so relate. All I can say is keep focusing on the good in your life, the chateau and your family. Hugs to you and Chloe. 💞💞💞
I enjoyed this video so much. I thought the art was fascinating and so inspiring, thank you. So excited for you to get back to France and see the next chapter of your life at the ' Chateau' ❤️
Yes, Happy New Year! I'm glad you find ways to make the holidays good for you and your family. Getting out and doing things has you in the present and planning for the chateau has you looking to the future. The memories will always be with you and that is as it should be. FYI, you did much more than I did! 😊
This was absolutely wonderful. I felt like I was hanging out with you. I loved the art. They all turned out beautifully. Keep up the good work. You are finding your RU-vid voice.
Love watching your videos. The chateau adventures and your art. Also would love to see the rest of your firehouse, so sorry for the loss of your husband, will always be in your heart. Enjoy the new year and the joy the chateau is bringing ! Look forward to the next video
Happy New Year Abby! I hope 2023 and your very own Chateau journey contributes greatly to your healing and regaining true happiness. Your bravery is an inspiration to us all! Loved the art demo and the news that you may be going back to France early.
Thank you for the art lesson WOW👌, inspiring, just the thing for snowy cabin fever over on our side….glad you made it home in the floods! And a joyful new year to you 🥂
Grief is a strange thing really. We lost my dad almost 5 years ago and his birthday is right around Thanksgiving. Every year I feel like we are forgetting something and realizing we aren’t celebrating his birthday. Then my sorrow clothes lines me every time. I can’t even imagine what you and your family has gone through.
I love seeing you again! I do not think you ramble. I enjoyed this very much. Sorry the sadness creeped in on your holiday. You have a lovely family. Really enjoyed seeing your art. Excited to see you get back to the chateau!
Happy 2023, Abby 🎉 So wonderful you enjoyed your Seattle and Canadian Christmas family and friends, and you got home a tree, wow! Great that you are preparing for the Château return - it is going to be amazing! Your ‘keep at it’ approach and patience, and creative spirit is marvellous-enjoy every moment!
Happy New Year! Really enjoy your videos and loved your art segment. I'm an art journaler - fun seeing the colors you chose. Maybe one day I can attend a retreat at your chateau! I just became a patron - looking forward to your patreon content. Hope you get back to France quickly. Please wish Thomas a happy NYE as well!!! Maybe he needs to hijack a video...just saying 😉
Glad to see your sweet face. Your Christmas tree looks lovely. That New Years Eve party looks like a lot of fun. I don't know if you have given a tour of your firehouse, but I'd love to see one. If you're up for that and need an idea for a video. I like the idea of doing both white and traditional colors in the château. Why not? And I really really enjoyed the art class. That was fun and those turned out really cool. I homeschool my youngest son and we love doing art projects. I think this would be a fun way to make some unique pieces. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas and a very merry new year to you and your family.
Ok, I just heard on this video that you already have set up a Patrons page" - you should mention that you have and where to "click" onto to find out the "tiers" to start...Congratulations for you all of your successes...happy for you
@@chateauchronicles Please try not to feel weird - the world is our marketplace..and all that enjoy your video, and are able to support you monetarily will want to..God bless you and I LOVE THE GREEN ROOM - the complete Chateau is georgeous, but the floor in that room is awesome. Love the green marble top table..the room would look beautiful no matter what you put in it, but I'd put bamboo, wicker, etc. in there and make it like a "summer salon" witrh the other salon a winter salon or vice versa. The fireplace needs one of your beautiful paintings with allthe floor colors in it..huge canvas..I love it all..obviously - I do have a life-lol but I love this..
Awe so sorry about the Christmas holiday and remembering your Dearly departed hubby. Love your channel & cant wait to see you go back to the Chateau. 💖💖💖
