Making Progress with Our Dream Home | New Windows & Garage Reno
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It’s so crazy to me that I started watching when you were at your old house and dreaming of owning a home one day. Now my offer was just accepted for my first house yesterday!! Such a surreal feeling
Omg congratulations!!
Congrats!
“The key is not to prioritise what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities “ - Stephen Covey
Wow I love this ❤️
Girl...YOU do YOU!!!
Focus on ONE day at a time...
You've got a tremendous amount of responsibilities on your plate right now...
YOUR NEW MOTTO: IT IS WHAT IT IS...
I’m so glad to see you’re taking the time to be gentle with yourself. It’s mind-bending to give yourself permission to slow down in that way. It’s changed my life, honestly
I think I can see the pain in your eyes and hear it in your voice. I'm sending you lots of love and strength and hope things will get better! xx
Thank you so much ❤️
Ditto 💕
The windows are beautiful, well worth the expense. Longevity is a word that comes to mind after watching this. Everything is beautiful, even the messy bits that you ask us to excuse, because these are all part of the journey. I love seeing glimpses along your journey and when you talk about slowing down and going with the flow this seems to bring the word longevity back to mind. Life is too short to be doing things in a rush. Go with the flow.
* IDEA * for kitchen window that overlooks driveway & car > Hang a lace, crochet, or macramé curtain to cover only the bottom half of that window. It will look lovely, vintage, allow the light to enter and cover up what isn't so pretty outside. I bet you can source out something totally lovely and maybe even make it or find a vintage one in a shop :)
Yes.. I agree paint all the doors and sills the same color.. white. Very elegant❤️
You look and sound like you need a big hug, look after yourself…you are such a lovely person xo
Thank you xxx
I really loved the slight melancholic vibe in this video. Of course I don't wish for you to be down, but the vibe sort of matched my mood as I've not been feeling super great lately myself. I'm glad you're taking care of yourself and slowing down when you need it.
I'm from the US and it's so strange to me that Brits don't use the garage for cars. I've lived where it's cold and snowy for several months and in the desert, and in both those places parking your car under cover really prolongs its life.
I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I could tell that you weren’t feeling your best self in this video. I just hope you’re doing okay and just remind you that there is no time scale for grief.. sometimes the best things to do listen to your bodies intuition and allow yourself this time to take life at your own pace. And by the sounds of it, you are which is so wonderful to hear! You’re doing a wonderful job and as always your videos are top quality and a joy to watch ❤️On a different note your windows look absolutely stunning! You must be so pleased with them and the sneak peaks of the wedding venue look breathtaking! xxx
I love the windows! When I was a little kid, we called that kind of room a "rec room." In the 80s, it became a "family room." I think it's a great use for that space. It will allow you to get the tv out of your current living room, which seemed a bit of a challenge for furniture + tv positioning. Be well, lovely lady.
I didn’t realize HOW STUNNING your home truly is. Like a true English country estate 😍
'Essentialism' is a great read! Glad you mentioned it - highly recommend it to anyone who wants to take minimalism (as in, being minimalist with things) to their personal and professional lives as well.
Kitchen window box full of flowers would cover up the ‘mess’. Plant some greenery too. Maybe ask your green thumb neighbour’s what would work well for your area. Finding that work, rest, play balance is hard when you work for yourself. Be gentle with yourself❤️✨
I got some free flowers! thank you!! :-) Beautiful video. Your new windows look perfect and really like they were always there. It seems like you're going through some tough stuff at the moment, and it sounds like you're doing all the right things to be good to yourself. Binge watching easy tv is one of the best things to do, and taking comfort from simple things like the seasons and picking blackberries. (I also have found watching videos of cats failing to jump really helps at times like that!) Hope things get better for you soon.
The windows look beautiful. It’s nice to see an update on your home. Please take care 💕
Thank you xx
Dear Madeline I love the morning walk in that beautiful area close to your home.
I’m praying that the home front gets sorted very soon and all these repairs are behind you. I would consider getting a different tap for your kitchen even though you love it. You shouldn’t be dealing with this issue.
Your garden is lovely and the berries and apples look yummy too.
Your windows are perfect, love the gold touches. Makes a huge difference in lighting and comfort.
Have a good rest of the week and pray you get some good rest over the weekend. 😘✨💐
Wow! What a huge difference the new windows make. They're stunning. I agree, these windows look like the ones that should've been there all along. Great choice. I definitely think that the door would look better a lighter color; something at least close to the window color. It's also so very pretty with the ivy there. 😊
I absolutely love your olive green door and door frame. I think if you painted the frame white you might want to paint the door white too. Not sure but your house looks so gorgeous 🥲🥲
The windows look great. Also, the back door looks ok in green despite the white windows. After all it is a completely different element
I love when you share your nature walks. ❤️🍁 They are so lovely and calming.
I live in rural Tennessee US. I to love spring and fall. Oh and old houses!
Loved this video. Gave me so much calm. Listening to your philosofical talk with yourself really makes me feel like we would be great friends in real life. Which, I know, must be very weird from your perspective, but it makes your video's the best work break in the world. Just having coffee with a friend, listening to their house renovation journey. Fingers crossed you've run into the last problems in you home! I love what you're doing to the place, the windows are gorgeous!
Stunning flowers, especially the ones from the neighbors! I hope to grow many different colors of those dahlias in that arrangement some day! But this year my goal is to garden using only things I already have, so I'll only have white dahlias this year since that's what I already have some of!
Add some house plants in the kitchen window and maybe a look into stained glass art pieces. Maybe an old framed stained glass window to lean or hang or smaller pieces of interest. Loads on etsy
Love your channel hun ❤️ Chin up on whatever is happening in your world right now, your life, health, whatever it is, it’s more important and I’m wishing you well, sending big love and masses of positivity 🙏🏻😉✌🏻😘
This was a really lovely video. The windows are gorgeous. I hope you’re doing okay Maddie x
It was really refreshing and lovely to hear someone talk and about work and stress in a way which resonates with me. I think I’m quite similar in that I make these beneficial routines but then sometimes forcing myself to do them is a stress in itself. Thanks for opening up as its super helpful to hear your take on routines and slowing down. It’s great to know I am not alone (even if I’d rather you didn’t feel stressed). I’ve missed your vlogs. ❤️
Your beautful next door neighbours' flowers are wonderful , your relaxing dog, the Rain , the darling garden.. everything makes me feel so good. Forget the rat race.. and LIVE this beauty.
I loved the green windows with my whole heart, but I'm so glad you've achieved your vision with these new ones ❤ they do look wonderful
The new windows are so majestic! 😍
Maddie personally I would return , give them the opportunity to put it right, I would certainly ask about a plumber contribution , if you are then not happy you can request a refund and get a new tap .
My plumber always advises brass internal fitting in taps xxx
Sending you so much love! Take the time you need for you and your family❤️
Thanks for the video Madeleine … my hubby and I fell in love with the first venue we saw too. We ended up taking it because it was all we hoped for, beautiful brickwork, open ceiling with skylights, great backdrop for the wedding ceremony and it was a restaurant so we had our wedding and reception in the same place - just adjacent rooms. We still love the venue we chose. I say go with your gut if you feel strongly about it 💗 good luck with the planning
Good progress on the house vlog Madeleine and stop apologising for not uploading any videos because of personal issues. We all need to have a balance between work and rest and it's okay to take a rest when you need one. Apologising all the time makes it sound like it's not ok to have a rest. Love 🥰the vlog and love 💕 Madeleine & Alex.
Hi Maddie it's good to see you today thanks for the update yes we love the new windows it really makes the house look different. With all the things that you and Alex have going on in your life you need to slow down take a break. Hugs and love ❤
Just go for the wedding venue when you fell in love with it. Trust your gut feeling. Maybe compare prices from other venues, but when I looked at venues, the prices evened out around the same for everything we wanted. One year in advance is not a lot of time to book a venue, even before covid. My husband and I were lucky enough to get the last free slot in 2019 - in retrospect, it was a stresser, but seeing what happened in 2020 I'm SO glad we decided fast and took it!
Wow, my husband and I were only engaged for 9 weeks and we found a beautiful venue (the courtyard of a church built in the early 1900's) two months before we wanted to get married. This was in 2010. Is it really that competitive, now? Or does it depend on where you live?
@@bunny_0288 I guess it depends where you live and what you want. I wanted a romantic castle, and those seem to be very sought after where I live.
Greetings from Nova Scotia!🇨🇦. Love your enthusiasm - your home is beautiful!
Hi Maddie :) Just wanted to show my appreciation and tell you that whatever is going on in your lives I hope will get better very soon. Don’t forget we love you here and over the years it feels like you’re another one of our friends so please take time for yourselves and know we’re here for you. I hope these few words will somehow remind you of all the love and beauty of your life xx
You are quite right, the window before and after - now the victorian windows looks so wrong. So happy for you both regarding the progress. How you are getting through your circumstances well enough !
Maddie, you are delightful. May you recharge and be well!💕
I so enjoyed watching this! So motivating. My mum I lives in Porthleven and one of the biggest things I miss since moving to Australia (apart from friends and family) is the architecture. Your home is beautiful ♥️☀️♥️🇬🇧🇦🇺
Autumn has arrived, it still feels like summer here in the south of Texas!! It's been so hot for so long,it's been horrible the humidity is unbearable😥😱. Watching a beautiful video like this is soo refreshing😊 thank you for sharing this cool video 😎
So excited for this new video, can’t wait to watch it during my lunch break 🤪eeeek!
I absolutely love love love seeing the house process, you guys are such an inspiration to us 🥰✨
haha i also watch her videos on my lunch break!!
In Florida it feels like we only get one season and that season is summer, love watching vlogs ljke yours so that I can feel the change of the seasons a little bit more than I do
I loved the photos of your house,it is so wonderful,i am looking forward to seeing more soon. I really wish i could just leave here and move to England, i love it ❤ stay safe Madeleine. Take your time,the house will look beautiful🏡😊
Thank you for the video, it is again a very relaxing video I hope you take care of yourself🙏🏼❤️❤️ and also the house will turn into a perfect gem slowly. It already is gorgeous. You are inspiring to many of us, we are happy to see you and your family always
Great decision to get new windows. What a difference. And wait until winter. You will appreciate them even more.
Oh they look great! Sorry to hear about all the issues and disappointments. I really think you should return the tap and discuss options/compensation..I mean it just shouldn’t happen twice. Nobody likes complaining but it’s reasonable you ask for a solution or resolution when things go wrong. Hope things are getting better elsewhere you clearly have been through the wringer on many fronts so big hugs and better days ahead.
I’m happy you mentioned about slowing down and pressure ourself to do things for the sake of doing them. I couldn’t agree more! ☺️
What a great investment! those windows are beautiful and so fitting to your lovely house
Lovely music and so visually beautiful.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Your home looks so beautiful! I also love the cosy autumn vibes of this video. And Roxie... 😍😍😍😍
I love your book Minimal, I am currently rereading it, it is incredible!
Much love
The windows look fantastic!!
Hello gorgeous, i absolutely love your house and what you guys are doing to improve it and make it your home is stunning. Not sure whats been going on but i want to send you all my love and hope your ok and taking time for yourself. Xxx
Your new windows look lovely!! Sorry to hear you have had a difficult time lately, I hope you're ok❤️
Thanks for sharing your journey into the slowing down/being productive balance. It really helps normalising this. By the way, the house looks fantastic, love your videos! x
Your place is lovely! And Roxie is the CUTEST.
We have such a busy schedule right now with our own renovations that I had to wait a few days to watch your video. Finally, I'm taking a break and I can't wait to see the updates!
Aw, autumn and spring are my favorite seasons as well hehe. Specially autumn because is the season I was born in :-D. Also, looove seing the progress at your home. It's such a beautiful place and I can't wait to see the kitchen finished :-)
Love the new windows!
I would keep the garage, it would handy to store bike gear and other outdoorsy bits. Also if you decide to have kids down the line it’s great to store outdoor toys, and sports gear.
Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us ✨ thinking of you and sending love 💕
Some kind of a trellis with climbing plants on it could be pretty in the driveway to hide the car, but I'm not sure how it would look from the front! Just the flowers in the windowsill is so beautiful! I resonate w/ what you shared about slow living- it's something I was reminded of recently and realised just how far I've come from embracing slow living habits. It's hard when there's also the pressure to get my freelance work going so I won't have to forever work a 9-5 and be able to enjoy the freedom you spoke about! Anyway, I loved the video and I'm glad you're back but take the time you need!! Sending love!!
I said something like this on the last video, but having seen more of your back yard now, I still think it would be a beautiful place to have a wedding. Think how simple the "travel" and getting ready would be. And how much you'd save. We got married in the yard of our own home - it's large, true, and there's a lovely backdrop of a wooded hillside, but we never regretted it. Had the wedding by the trees, and the reception in the back yard. Just a thought. 😃
Windows completely change the look of the house and look amazing x
Ordered some flowers for my mama with your code, thank you!
Beautiful windows!
Beautiful home 😍😍
Imagine turning that garage into a green house with glass ceilings😍
love the new windows,great ideas for the garage space and you could always have a car port instead for the cars and grow climber plants up the posts.
Just ordered some flowers as well thank you ❤️ sending you lots of love I hope you’re ok xxx
So, so beautiful!
The windows look stunning.
Thank you so much!
Love your videos. Thank you for sharing! I think maybe a window box on the shed would also look nice!
Your new windows look amazing, well done💖
Thank you!
What a beautiful place to walk 👍❤️
Just ordered free flowers thanks to you.☺️
Yay!
Love love love ✨
my fave vlogs are back 😍❤️
The windows look great! One small suggestion for the shed is to extend the roof out about a foot-and-a-half to two feet over the door (and window) to create an overhang. Could be nice to have on those rainy days. As for the windows and doors, I like the soft sage green with the stone. White (as shown on your mood board photos) is so stark - it doesn't compliment the warmth of the stone - but the warm white (or light cream) that you chose looks great, as does the eight-over-eight multi-panes of glass. Good choice!
I love the sage green!
Fully agree 👍 looking after you is essential 👌
Great video - thank you!
Im taking some inspiration from you, we have just left America, sold our home and shipped all our stuff across the ocean. We have put an offer in on a gorgeous large beautiful Manor house here in France, and although Im terrified, we are about to embark on a whole new world. Your transitions and bravery encourage me as I see many similarities in out personalities. And we both have loving husbands/partners who support us. Still, I do feel a bit lost in all the unfamiliar and have to hope we have done the right thing.
You have, no matter what the outcome. We sold up and moved to Cornwall over 25 years with 2 children (and my husband having taken redundancy), lots of up and downs, but now as I look back, we never regretted it and we lived (live) our life to the full! 🥰 Live your life, you only have one! Lots and lots of good luck in your new venture, I’m sure you won’t regret it! 🤗 x
@@djaneab A huge thanks!!!!!
Hey, I'm French and I just wanted to say welcome and I hope you will enjoy your life here in France :) and thank you so much for taking care of a beautiful historical house. We need more people like you !!
@@nimla Thank you, that's very kind.
I think painting the doors white to match the windows would be nice. Glad you're back and hope everything is improving. Also, that there aren't any more hiccups
Just ordered some flowers, thank you!
Yay this makes me happy!
Window box at your kitchen window. That way you can vary what you see each season
Madeleine. I have commented on your beautiful home in response to someone’s snippy remarks. I hope you read it. This addresses your melancholic feelings at the moment. I am seventy (but admittedly very cute with it, mind you) and I learned a great deal in my three score and ten.
New windows look great...
The intro made me happy I used to do that sort of thing but now my disability prevents me from walking and I miss it. The house is looking beautiful and it's so nice to see the progress. You don't need to be doing x amount of vlogs per week just invest time in you lovely lady
Love your new home. Very Pride and Prejudice! Well, I think so. And I appreciate your take on stopping the "forced march", the hamster wheel we're almost always on. Thanks much. XO
Lots of love ❤️
Garage would be a nice Yoga room,mind you i would say that.Enjoy the progress its coming along nicely.Take care.!!!!!!
Omg yes! I can make a yoga meditation corner!
@@MadeleineOlivia i have my own Yoga/meditation room with a little desk for my computer and a all my Vintage finds and a Lovely old chair.So peaceful.
The windows are beautiful! For the door I'd go a deep dark color... but I don't live in England so am not used to the house style. On that matter: are you gonna keep the spikey plant in front of the house?
Definitely a play/game/gym room in the garage... or an orangerie... So many possibilities! Maybe if you have a plan of the garden with dimensions someone can come up with a solution for the car.
A good brand for taps is Grohe.
Hope you are recovering well and life will go smoother soon. Autumn is just the right season to slow down and connect
I resonate with much of what you said about self-inflicted pressure with your schedule. I've been researching work structure and well-being in the workplace (especially with work-from-home) through my degree - we often confuse structure and control (as opposed to support). Structure is knowing and determining expectations and adjusting with feedback - everything else is control and negatively affects well-being! Flexibility is so important for satisfying our need for autonomy, competency - and in the end - well-being. Giving yourself grace is important. Would you tolerate that type of pressure and control from a manager? Then why are you expecting positive results when you put that same pressure on yourself? Anyhow...
Love from Montreal
(Self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 2000) for those that are interested in digging deeper)
I love a good green door on a country cottage. It could be a lovely green like your kitchen if you wanted to give it a refresh
Houses are like that even new ones which aren’t built as well as yours, have things that don’t work or always need fixing. I can’t imagine the headaches a landlord has to constantly be fixing.
You look very beautiful in this video.
The windows do not look too new, they fit and are beautiful. I really don’t like it when workers are in my house.
Prettiest windows I ever saw, they really look original. I'd definitely do white on the door to match though.