53 in Sweden, never really seen anything from Canada and really pleased. Canadians resembles Swedes, in a way. And wondering about ms Borgstrom. That name is soo swedish.
I'm so glad the auction went well. No one would have faulted you for keeping all the money from the pottery but the fact that you gave it to Mary's family is a testament to your character and I thank you. The world needs more families such as yours. I'll be looking forward to your Future Adventures. Stay curious my friend...
Well said. When I saw him take Mary for her “last ride” in his ambulance I knew Alex and his family were pretty special and cool! He could have just bought the house, cut himself off from everybody, made his money and walked away. I live in Ont and there’s no way you could get a house like that for the price they’re selling for. What a deal! I’d buy it in a heartbeat if I wanted to live in Alberta. Nothing against Alberta, but I’ve been here for over 50 years :). Great show!!
I don't know why people are so negative. The fact you have given so much back to the family speaks volumes. Sometimes giving is the best feeling ever. Props to you guys for keeping your values in check. It always comes back in spades!
Yeah, makes me mad anyone would say mean things to such a sweet happy person. Glad you seem good at shrugging it off. Keep being awesome, they only wish they could be as lovely and have such a nice and fulfilling life.
Oh...just got to that part of the vlog. I cant believe people are so mean. It's obvious to anyone with half a brain that these are the most lovely, empathetic people ever. Makes me so angry when trolls have a go at good people!
You did not have to share the profits from the sale of those items with the family, but chose to anyway. The deal was that you got whatever was in the house, as I recall. I think folks should keep their snarky comments to themselves. I have seen you, time after time, do kind things for people that you don't have to. You WILL be millionaires one day, Alex and Melissa, as you should be, because you work your butts off and are kind and charitable and more than fair to others. It's called Karma, and you must have tons of that! Thanks for sharing this with us. Perhaps you can list the link to the house listing for us?
Sue , I couldn’t have said it better ! They were in no way obligated to share the treasures they worked extremely hard to work to uncover . Only truly good people do what you did & Karma for sure will be shinning down upon you & your family for many years to come , as I am sure your continued projects will do as well , so refreshing to see down to earth NICE , GOOD PEOPLE who are that way on or off camera {{{{{{{ ALEX & MELISSA }}}}}}} old fashioned early internet hugs 😘
When I saw your interview with Mary, something she said stuck with me. That was that if you are in the process of creating art, it is hard to care for the daily tasks that life throws at everyone. I always thought I was just insufficient, getting distracted by the dishes and laundry and not having the energy to create more or faster, but now I see that I'm not alone. Since then I've been able to make great creative progress even though my home looks horrible. At some point one has to stop worrying I guess. Thank you, Mary!
Alex and Melissa, if any of the trolls have watched your videos, they would realize that both of have hearts of gold and do what is right for yourselves and all those around you. Very Generous people!! And more importantly you are raising 3 caring and precious children. Wish that more folks could be just like you two!!
If you ever come to Ontario, would love to meet up. I'm the person who bought the bathing suit from the attic :P Would love to tell you an interesting story about why I was looking for a bathing suit like that. Think you'd love it. If you Google "Miss Toronto 1946" you'll see a bathing suit just like it. Also, I literally got choked up when you said "If you do kind things, people will doubt you, but you should still continue to do them." I have lived my life in the exact same way and I know the struggle. People always think when you're nice there is some ulterior motive. When, in fact, there are just genuinely nice people out there who actually want to be good people and do nice things. I, and so many others on this channel, have never doubted your motivations. We know you're good people. Don't ever let the trolls get you down. There's a reason that good things are happening in your life. It's because good things happen to good people. You deserve it.
Please do an update on how you are feeling and what your doctor said about your ongoing cough. Praying for your complete recovery and your lovely wife so she gets to have a full nights rest. I am so glad the auction went well and the house is amazing.
Mary was a talented lady who loved poetry and loved to write. She was an artist who drew and painted and a talented potter of world standard. I suspect she hated housework with a special loathing. I love craft and painting - especially fabric art - so I understand her storage/hoarding tendency and loathing of house work! By the way, who are the nasty little sh*ts trolling you? What on earth are they trolling you for? Being kind? Honest? Truthful? Hardworking? I have loved your journey, kick the trolls back under the muddy bridge where they belong. 😊🌸☺️
For those of us who has followed the Potters House posts, we know you care. Going to visit Mary and talking to her about the house and her things I'm sure gave her soul a peace before her passing.
Melissa Penrod Reading your comment made me think...I wonder if Mary held on so many years (to the age of 102) because in the back of her mind, she wanted to somehow resolve the state of her house. Maybe she also didn't want to let all of her treasures and creations go. So when Alex came along and dug everything out, it eased her mind and released her. Sorry if I'm just repeating what you said (just thinking out loud). 😊
Alec you did a wonderful job by sharing with the family! This was so fun to be involved with. I did win an item and I’m looking forward to the next auction!
Ignore the trolls, you are both a breath of fresh air. You are hard working decent people. Just in the fact that you believe Marys children should should share in the proceeds in what sold at the auction. You did not have to do that, you risked a lot buying that house, it was a massive gamble, and you took away a major headache for Marys family. Nobody has a right to criticize you. I congratulate you both for being warm humane fair minded people.
Hello all of you i am in birmingham England and i have really enjoyed your adventure with this house im sorry its neally over.I would like to say thank you ive loved every minute. Looking forward to your next project .
Congratulations on the auctions, keeping the stain glass for your new store is a great idea. You all have the kindest hearts 💕 I’m so glad I found your channel over a year ago, I’ve enjoyed all the antique hunting, since helping Adam the channel has exploded, it’s been a great adventure, entertaining, looking forward to the next adventures with you all, bless you and your family & friends. ♥️Kindness is Never Wasted♥️
My aunt was a hoarder. She was never married but lived on a farm that used to be my Grandma's. After my aunt passed away we had two houses, a barn , and other out buildings to go through. All those buildings were full too. Since different generations had lived there we found stuff that had belonged to my great grandparents. My aunt had both houses filled from basement to the attic. Even the trash was kept. I totally know what you are saying that one would never get done if you went through inch by inch. It was amazing the stuff we found, but I know we got rid of a lot of stuff we probably should have kept to sell, and also items we should have kept in the family. We kept a lot for ourselves but you only have room for so much. I really would have loved to be at the Potters House to help go through all that stuff. Really enjoy your videos, your singing, and your integrity. You have a great family.
I love what you did with the kitchen. The colours were great. I did have a little cry the day of Mary’s funeral, quite a big one actually. Thank you for a wonderful adventure and journey in Canada xxxx
Amanda Pittar I did, too. Wasn’t able to travel to my mom’s funeral, that cry was kind of overdue. I’m glad Mary had family and other folks to see her off.
Your channel is just fantastic! It’s been fun watching the videos and I’ll as well as thousands of others, will continue on with your next adventure!!!
I was sooo incredibly sad that Mary never to to see the house that weekend. I cried like a baby watching the funeral procession past the potter house. God bless you and yours
I’ve just spent my day off, binging your episodes of Mary’s home! No regrets, what a fabulous series! Enjoy you and your lovely family. Look forward to more adventures!
I've binge watched this and I'm blown away with all the care and consideration for Mary and her family. You're a true inspiration. Thank you for sharing such a moving and loving tribute to Mary.
Im so glad you and Melissa bought the potter house (antique dealers), otherwise so much of Marys pottery and other items would have been lost forever. Looking forward to your next adventure. Thanks again for all that you share with us youtubers
Although I signed up for the auction and would have loved to get anything of Marys, the cost went way above my means. I am happy the sale went so well and the money will help her family. I have followed this from the beginning, it has been a pleasure to watch you go from start to almost finished :)
The black Sphere you are holding was the type Pottery from Pueblo and some Navajo. Is Unique and the clay is different. Believe St.Clara it is called, lived near 4 corners on the Hopi & Navajo Nations in late 60's. Glad I learned from Elders.
I wanna say I'm jealous, but you put soooo much work into that house, and everything in it. You were kindly generous(which the act I am jealous of) to give half the profit of her art to her family. Your truly good people. Plus Mary's legacy and life achievements along with her home were saved. An amazing achievement.
I do not want this series to end. Ever! I’m a potter myself, and I’ve only ever managed to make a sphere oil lamp, meaning it’s not completely closed with a hole in the top for a lamp inset. That was already difficult in my books. Can’t image a perfect sphere. You’re absolutely lovely people. Although the adventure cost you a lot of money (not including the huge amount of work you did), you’re still giving back a lot to the family who, as a matter of fact, didn’t give much help, if I understood correctly.
So glad about auction results and hope the next one is even better and that the Ming vase is genuine and pays for the new store!! You guys are great and genuine, good, caring people whatever anyone says :) Looking forward to the next adventure
That is a super kind interpretation of trolls! And also correct. Some people carry a dark cloud with them wherever they go and rain on everyone around them. But it’s just the atmosphere they live in. Thank you for keeping it real + positive at the same time. You’re inspirational.
I watched the whole Potter House series, it was so nice of you to give back part of the proceeds to Mary's family. I am glad there are people like you in the world. Subscribed.
40 below zero was hard for me to fathom here in Florida. I dont know how your hands even work in that kind of cold. You overcame so much to purge the house. I'm just now watching your videos. Thank you for taking the time to include us, the rest of the world. May God richly bless you and your family.
So happy the auction did well, because I am really looking forward to you being able to start the General Store project. I want to share my favorite quote with you, from the author Lois McMaster Bujold: "Reputation is what others know about you. Honor is what you know about yourself. Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will." Alex and Melissa, you are both honorable people. The world needs more like you.
I know you said earlier on that some of her pieces sold or were valued at $20k+,seems they sold pretty low if that's the case. I wonder if you can put a reserve price on some pieces with the auction house? Not to be morbid, but it's not like she'll be making anymore unfortunately, so rarity is certainly to be considered. If you're happy with the results, then I reckon that's all that counts. I just wonder if putting everything up all together doesn't flood the market with to much, therefore lowering the scarcity and value. Good luck with the future auction also, I have nothing but love and good wishes for everyone and love seeing y'all prosper and thrive!!! PICKLE Rick rocks!!! Yeah,you certainly need him as a mascot for the new store, besides Zoltar needs an entourage to chill out with on those lonely nights after you close. It'll be like Night at the museum goings-on. Lol,Peas&namaste! ▪☆☆☆▪
Hi, Alec, I have been watching from Australia it has been great to see the potter house you and your team have done great i enjoy all your videos well done.
Millionaire, haha. If you have ever flipped a house on a budget with you're own elbow grease you would realize how much work it takes, a millionaire wouldn't do the hard work you did. Congratulations, you deserve every penny.
Wendy King ...for sure, been following the cleaning, restoration..etc. and what a lot of work... He not only restored the house but honoured Mary, even to the end. What a beautiful house someone is going to get...well done!!
Thank you for everything you, your family and friends have achieved with Mary's house, for sharing your journey with us. You are all wonderful, caring people. I love watching all your videos, finding treasures and the excitement of searching and unboxing finds. Can't wait for your next adventure . Much love from the UK xx
I live in Southeast Texas and I just stumbled across your channel tonight becoming a new subscriber and I’ve spent hours watching all of the Potter House videos of which I enjoyed you guys and the great job you’ve all done considering the cleanup and careful treasure hunting involved. It’s finally a pleasure to watch someone that doesn’t depend on all types of drama, dishonesty, etc. like so many other channels, and I appreciate folks who works hard to achieve your dreams working great together with your beautiful family, good friends, and new friends. I appreciate your fairness with splitting the proceeds of the auction with Mary’s family. Thanks again, keep up the great work, and I’ll be watching.
It's obvious from your previous video's that you do care. It's also obvious that you don't judge people. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, don't let people get you down. I would be proud to know you and your family.
Alex and Melissa thank you for being such nice people and answering the nosy questions that sticky-beaks are posing to you on how much money you paid or received from Mary's pottery and the house. To be honest it really nothing to do with us and yet you are and have been willing to be honest on everything and about everything and for that I truly wish you every happiness in what venture you undertake in your lives. May prosperity come knocking at your door and frequently at that. Wishing you every ounce of goodness available for you are both truly one of good one's. Thank you.
The formula that was the grab to your series: a total mess, a changed purpose once you see the pottery and pottery tools, hard work, continuous cleaning, progress and more progress, good design, repurposing furniture, things we can respond to online, your charm and honesty. I mean, my God, that was fun to watch. I hope you find another perfect formula for you to post and us to watch.
Just curious if any of Mary's kids have seen the house at this point. A video walk through with them would be neat if they were up to it. It would be cool to see or hear about their reaction.
Your willingness to be so transparent about $ involved is rare and refreshing. Right up there with your sense fairness in your dealing with the the family. Your good karma is obviously being rewarded. I hope you continue to prosper because it's so rare to see people who do care.
Envision the house split in half by the stairway. You are standing at the front door with the stairs ahead of you a wee bit to the right. Open to the left is an entry where Alex had a bookcase with a couple chairs. Going back is the dining area then the kitchen. There is an entry to the other side at the dining area. Back at the door, to the right is the livingroom. Through the door at the back of the room is the hall. To the right is the bathroom, left is the dining room, and utility room straight ahead. Hope that helped more than hindered.
I think EVERYTHING you've done connected with Mary's house has been incredibly generous! From the furnishings to the auction proceeds, it shows your fine character! Well done!
You folks are the best. Truly you are not in this only for the money. You are preservers of history and do kind deeds to help people. You generosity with the family was moving. Keep up the good works.
I have really enjoyed Mary's story. Her life was in that house and you uncovered it bit by bit for the nation to enjoy. Your so cool how you and your family all join in and help out. Keep doing what your doing as your doing it so well x
Posterity over here, six months later. Just watched the whole Potter's House series, and had wondered about how the auction went, since it's no longer listed on that site. So glad to hear it was a smashing success!! Grateful you made (re-made) this video. Several of the original segments, including your interview with Mary, were so moving, and honestly brought me to tears. You are wonderful people, and your channel, a welcome discovery. Can't wait to share in your future adventures!!
I went to watch one video n couldn’t stop! Seems you n family live by The Golden Rule! It showed and blessed so many. The crew was great, we all felt this project affected them, the neighborhood, you as well as your viewers! Smiles n tears for all. Thank you. Bravo Mary who packed all her treasures in her carefully funny wrappings for you to find and share with the world. I’m sure she smiled in her spiffy ride to her final resting place. God had a plan for you all! The house stands proud once again. You treated her with respect and sure made her Proud!
We enjoyed the live as always. thanks for all of the updates. Congrats on the auction sales! You two look fabulous! Alex, we need you to keep your promise and go to the doctor tomorrow no matter who calls and how many out-there treasures they want to sell cheap. Looking forward to anything you post next. Tyfs.
I so wish my circumstances and wealth was in a position to buy the house. I would pack up and move in a heartbeat and change NOTHING! I hate being in the UK and have dreamed of moving to Canada all of my life xxxx
Can’t believe how much I’ve enjoyed this. You seem to be such kind and loving people. You’ve treated your workers like family. No wonder they worked so hard for you. Love from Kris from australia
The recently closed Transit Hotel would make a perfect General Store, it has history, character, good exposure and would really add to this neighborhood in transition!
Ditto ......Sue's comment. ......about fun auction. God Bless You Melissa and Alex. Good people and a couple like you are a rarity in today's world. Beautiful artwork by Mary.
Alex , So glad to hear you're going to the doctor. Please don't be like mr. McDonald and play it down you've been coughing since the first day that you've been in that house, you need to have a lung X-ray because you sound like you have fluid on the lungs every time you cough. Now please don't make an excuse like mr. Mac would, his excuse for not going to the hospital with heart failure is that he has to take care of us at home. I'm so glad you are finally going real proud of you about that. The house looks great even the sunroom, if it was a porch it would have only a floor and a roof and possibly rails. I am concerned about all the cracks in the house you might need to get a house inspector The Climb underneath and see if there's any problem whatsoever with the foundation, that will protect you after all it's a hundred year old house and that will protect you from any liability. Melissa maybe you should go with him to the doctor and Book he found is not going to do the job. Your friends we send love to you great job on everything Rose from Las Vegas
I absolutely love this background behind you guys every time I see it!!! There are videos out in yt land that generally have a title to the wording of basically "Videos/actions that will restore your faith in humanity" You guys do so many things that restore faith in humanity it is an honor and blessing to watch your videos, and watch you do you!!!! Not that I'm not just as giving and compassionate and caring, or that I don't know of others who are also, I just believe when good is done, it should ABSOLUTELY be recognized!!!! This is me recognizing your awesomeness, your HONOR, your LOVE, COMPASSION, TRUTH & GIVING!!!! It almost seems as though Miss Mary was waiting for you, her earth angels, to come along and recognize her, as well as to help her and her children tell her important story, and regain so much of what was their past, and then she went home to paradise!!! I say her life's work was important and needed recognition, not because of prestige, but to renew people's interest, and to let them know there are other ways, and that these ancient ways, though they may be slower, tend to be longer lasting, stronger and so forth than some modern techniques!!! Some modern things are absolutely awesome, amazing, great, BUT some are worse than the old ways and substandard!!! So, it is very important for people to recognize important techniques for the purposes of knowing how to do them...with large numbers of people knowing how to do so as well, so that they are not lost like so many things already are!!!
I was so totally enthralled by the Potters House videos. That’s the coolest ever. I am (was) doing renovations myself so I do realize the work involved. I am currently watching the general store renovations, I can hardly wait for the next video. I appreciate your kindness and generosity. Kudos to all your gang!🙏🤗
Blessings to you both and your videos have lifted my spirits and restored my faith in humanity. Hugs for your beautiful children and take good care of yourselves!
You both are so amazing! I am continually impressed and happily surprised, by your warmth, humor, and integrity. I always seem to miss your live feeds in the evening but I sure enjoy them the next day. Good luck with your cool general antique store that is on its way to you! You both deserve that and so much more.!!
I think he's more a satyr than a devil. I'm glad you raised it for Mary's family. So glad you're fixing up the house and saved it for posterity. I hope someone buys it from you who will love it and keep it in the great shape you're restoring it to.
I love your whole family and I'm sticking with you. Melissa love your channel too. What a wonder teacher you must be. Thank you both letting us in. Xoxo
Since you live in Canada why not come to Toronto for a visit. You did great with the house and showed Mary and her family a lot of respect. God bless you and your family 🙏.
My parents live in a town with a dump. Their dump has a covered area for electronics and some perfectly good stuff that people can come pick over, that hasn't actually gone into the dump proper. So it's not as disgusting as people think. My dad has gotten me SUPER cool birthday presents from the dump, that you can't get in stores (Vextrek, a gaming console that came out the same year I did ;P) and he got me a serger, that isn't the beat model, but it works, and I can't afford a new one lol.
You are awesome talking with Mary and bringing her to our attention is wonderful. I loved her story. Thank you. You deserved every penny you made. That was a lot of work.
Hello, I am from Newburg Pennsylvania I have been watching your show for about two weeks now and I cannot get enough you guys are so awesome !! may God bless you and keep you. I will get all my friends hooked on watching you also God Bless. Teanna
Wow that is a great amount. You sharing it with the Potter's family shows me that your family is very thoughtful caring and big heated. Your family deserves the best in life. Your dream will come true because of it. That general store is yours. The universe will provide to you for all that good Karma you put out into the world.
What amazing memories for your family! Thanks for taking us along on such a positive adventure. Couldn’t have guessed that you would have found that many pieces. Terrific that Mary’s art will live on!
You are some of the nicest people I have ever watched on TH-cam I am so blessed to see the way you operate thank you so much I am an older woman and it blesses me so much. As a matter of fact I'm in tears right now because it blesses me to see but there are people like me still in the world I pretty much have given up on the human race and then I see people like you and I'm so blessed. Thank you yes I subscribe to your Channel and I will pray for you and your family I watched you from beginning to end when you bought the Potter House and all the renovations that you did I laughed when you found the money. I was glad I've watched a lot of other videos where people buy storage units and they're so greedy and I laugh at them because they don't find anything of any value and I'm glad. Because they don't even value the people and their misfortune that makes me so angry. It's all about respect. And you showed Mary respect you're a good man you're good people thank you thank you so much God bless you
Enjoyed all the videos great job on the house, must be satisfying to know you saved this great ladies history. Sad to think family was going to doze it down full of all those wonderful finds. They are lucky you came along. Can’t wait for the next adventure
Just stay positive. Found some don't understand if you smile even brings hope to another. Being kind brings a happier life for you, family and those around. Thank you and Melissa to be so nice and kind.
It is clear that you both are good people. I watched all episodes and didn’t like the results at first but the episode where you rented it I saw the beauty! Thank god you purchased this property and cared for it and all the treasures you searched for.
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At the age of 53, I can`t remember watching seventeen episodes of anything. It`s been a pleasure to watch.
@Amanda Lockwood, I'm 53 and I agree with you!
Same here and by a fellow Canadian. 🇨🇦😇
53 in Sweden, never really seen anything from Canada and really pleased. Canadians resembles Swedes, in a way. And wondering about ms Borgstrom. That name is soo swedish.
I'm 75 and never binge watched ANYTHING before. I'm so happy I accidentally found your channel. 🙏🏻😊
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Keep doing what you are doing. In a World of negatives and phonies, you two are a breath of fresh air. ❤️
Amen to that
Absolutely. Well said. Keep doing and being who you are.
I'm so glad the auction went well. No one would have faulted you for keeping all the money from the pottery but the fact that you gave it to Mary's family is a testament to your character and I thank you. The world needs more families such as yours.
I'll be looking forward to your Future Adventures.
Stay curious my friend...
I totally agree with you. The world needs more people like Alex and his family. They are a blessing.
Especially when he needs capital to pay down his line and finance the new store!
Did you go to the doctor
@@brendaelftman6295 He said he's going tomorrow.
Well said. When I saw him take Mary for her “last ride” in his ambulance I knew Alex and his family were pretty special and cool! He could have just bought the house, cut himself off from everybody, made his money and walked away. I live in Ont and there’s no way you could get a house like that for the price they’re selling for. What a deal! I’d buy it in a heartbeat if I wanted to live in Alberta. Nothing against Alberta, but I’ve been here for over 50 years :). Great show!!
I don't know why people are so negative. The fact you have given so much back to the family speaks volumes. Sometimes giving is the best feeling ever. Props to you guys for keeping your values in check. It always comes back in spades!
I haven't seen any negative comments?
Yeah, makes me mad anyone would say mean things to such a sweet happy person. Glad you seem good at shrugging it off. Keep being awesome, they only wish they could be as lovely and have such a nice and fulfilling life.
Oh...just got to that part of the vlog. I cant believe people are so mean. It's obvious to anyone with half a brain that these are the most lovely, empathetic people ever. Makes me so angry when trolls have a go at good people!
And how did they react? They were so kind about it! Canada is looking alot warmer to me with these people in it!
ShrinkDavid 1982 they’re jealous probably!
You did not have to share the profits from the sale of those items with the family, but chose to anyway. The deal was that you got whatever was in the house, as I recall. I think folks should keep their snarky comments to themselves. I have seen you, time after time, do kind things for people that you don't have to. You WILL be millionaires one day, Alex and Melissa, as you should be, because you work your butts off and are kind and charitable and more than fair to others. It's called Karma, and you must have tons of that! Thanks for sharing this with us. Perhaps you can list the link to the house listing for us?
Sue , I couldn’t have said it better ! They were in no way obligated to share the treasures they worked extremely hard to work to uncover . Only truly good people do what you did & Karma for sure will be shinning down upon you & your family for many years to come , as I am sure your continued projects will do as well , so refreshing to see down to earth NICE , GOOD PEOPLE who are that way on or off camera {{{{{{{ ALEX & MELISSA }}}}}}} old fashioned early internet hugs 😘
I soooo agree with you. Love the way you treat people. Kinda like the golden rule huh. Lol take care!
We know you care your good people....I really like you lol
Snarky...😂😂 Love that word🤓
When I saw your interview with Mary, something she said stuck with me. That was that if you are in the process of creating art, it is hard to care for the daily tasks that life throws at everyone. I always thought I was just insufficient, getting distracted by the dishes and laundry and not having the energy to create more or faster, but now I see that I'm not alone. Since then I've been able to make great creative progress even though my home looks horrible. At some point one has to stop worrying I guess. Thank you, Mary!
Wow perfectly said Mary. Bless you. Capt thank you for sharing that here.
Simple solution, schedule cleaning daily. Spend 30mins to a hour. It’s easy to keep up. I only spend 10mins now that I’m alone.
There is help for those who live in squalor. It is a disorder.
Alex and Melissa, if any of the trolls have watched your videos, they would realize that both of have hearts of gold and do what is right for yourselves and all those around you. Very Generous people!! And more importantly you are raising 3 caring and precious children. Wish that more folks could be just like you two!!
Absolutely! And their reaction to it just blew me away! Wonderful people!
If you ever come to Ontario, would love to meet up. I'm the person who bought the bathing suit from the attic :P Would love to tell you an interesting story about why I was looking for a bathing suit like that. Think you'd love it. If you Google "Miss Toronto 1946" you'll see a bathing suit just like it. Also, I literally got choked up when you said "If you do kind things, people will doubt you, but you should still continue to do them." I have lived my life in the exact same way and I know the struggle. People always think when you're nice there is some ulterior motive. When, in fact, there are just genuinely nice people out there who actually want to be good people and do nice things. I, and so many others on this channel, have never doubted your motivations. We know you're good people. Don't ever let the trolls get you down. There's a reason that good things are happening in your life. It's because good things happen to good people. You deserve it.
Wow.
Please do an update on how you are feeling and what your doctor said about your ongoing cough. Praying for your complete recovery and your lovely wife so she gets to have a full nights rest.
I am so glad the auction went well and the house is amazing.
Mary was a talented lady who loved poetry and loved to write. She was an artist who drew and painted and a talented potter of world standard. I suspect she hated housework with a special loathing. I love craft and painting - especially fabric art - so I understand her storage/hoarding tendency and loathing of house work! By the way, who are the nasty little sh*ts trolling you? What on earth are they trolling you for? Being kind? Honest? Truthful? Hardworking? I have loved your journey, kick the trolls back under the muddy bridge where they belong. 😊🌸☺️
For those of us who has followed the Potters House posts, we know you care. Going to visit Mary and talking to her about the house and her things I'm sure gave her soul a peace before her passing.
Melissa Penrod Reading your comment made me think...I wonder if Mary held on so many years (to the age of 102) because in the back of her mind, she wanted to somehow resolve the state of her house. Maybe she also didn't want to let all of her treasures and creations go. So when Alex came along and dug everything out, it eased her mind and released her. Sorry if I'm just repeating what you said (just thinking out loud). 😊
You 2 are so special and have brought much pleasure to the whole world.
Amen!!!
Alec you did a wonderful job by sharing with the family! This was so fun to be involved with. I did win an item and I’m looking forward to the next auction!
Good Karma too.
Ignore the trolls, you are both a breath of fresh air. You are hard working decent people. Just in the fact that you believe Marys children should should share in the proceeds in what sold at the auction. You did not have to do that, you risked a lot buying that house, it was a massive gamble, and you took away a major headache for Marys family. Nobody has a right to criticize you. I congratulate you both for being warm humane fair minded people.
Hello all of you i am in birmingham England and i have really enjoyed your adventure with this house im sorry its neally over.I would like to say thank you ive loved every minute. Looking forward to your next project .
Do you mudlark? I would just die to go to England and dig in a glass dump or on the shore!!!! What a delight!
Congratulations on the auctions, keeping the stain glass for your new store is a great idea. You all have the kindest hearts 💕 I’m so glad I found your channel over a year ago, I’ve enjoyed all the antique hunting, since helping Adam the channel has exploded, it’s been a great adventure, entertaining, looking forward to the next adventures with you all, bless you and your family & friends. ♥️Kindness is Never Wasted♥️
My aunt was a hoarder. She was never married but lived on a farm that used to be my Grandma's. After my aunt passed away we had two houses, a barn , and other out buildings to go through. All those buildings were full too. Since different generations had lived there we found stuff that had belonged to my great grandparents. My aunt had both houses filled from basement to the attic. Even the trash was kept. I totally know what you are saying that one would never get done if you went through inch by inch. It was amazing the stuff we found, but I know we got rid of a lot of stuff we probably should have kept to sell, and also items we should have kept in the family. We kept a lot for ourselves but you only have room for so much. I really would have loved to be at the Potters House to help go through all that stuff. Really enjoy your videos, your singing, and your integrity. You have a great family.
I love what you did with the kitchen. The colours were great. I did have a little cry the day of Mary’s funeral, quite a big one actually. Thank you for a wonderful adventure and journey in Canada xxxx
Amanda Pittar I did, too. Wasn’t able to travel to my mom’s funeral, that cry was kind of overdue. I’m glad Mary had family and other folks to see her off.
I did too. Watching you drive her to her resting place was so touching. She was a remarkable woman yet so humble!
Your channel is just fantastic! It’s been fun watching the videos and I’ll as well as thousands of others, will continue on with your next adventure!!!
I was sooo incredibly sad that Mary never to to see the house that weekend. I cried like a baby watching the funeral procession past the potter house. God bless you and yours
I’ve just spent my day off, binging your episodes of Mary’s home! No regrets, what a fabulous series! Enjoy you and your lovely family. Look forward to more adventures!
You all are awesome. I am from Virginia, but if I ever get to Canada, I will go out of my way to come see your store. Keep up the good work!
I've binge watched this and I'm blown away with all the care and consideration for Mary and her family. You're a true inspiration. Thank you for sharing such a moving and loving tribute to Mary.
the house that just keeps giving and the community that helped rebuild it what an amazing story !!!
You are such good people... I have just found this “Potters” series, and have totally enjoyed the journey! Thank you for all you do!
Im so glad you and Melissa bought the potter house (antique dealers), otherwise so much of Marys pottery and other items would have been lost forever. Looking forward to your next adventure. Thanks again for all that you share with us youtubers
Although I signed up for the auction and would have loved to get anything of Marys, the cost went way above my means. I am happy the sale went so well and the money will help her family. I have followed this from the beginning, it has been a pleasure to watch you go from start to almost finished :)
The black Sphere you are holding was the type Pottery from Pueblo and some Navajo. Is Unique and the clay is different. Believe St.Clara it is called, lived near 4 corners on the Hopi & Navajo Nations in late 60's. Glad I learned from Elders.
STORMY G Cannon That is amazing that you got to live and learn. I would love to hear your stories!
Pablo? I think you mean pueblo lol
@@darkwyngraym Ty but not only Pueblo pottery. Many Navajo have done the same.
AMAZING! You guys are showing the world what true kindness, generosity and humanity is suppose to look like. Thank you.💞
I wanna say I'm jealous, but you put soooo much work into that house, and everything in it. You were kindly generous(which the act I am jealous of) to give half the profit of her art to her family. Your truly good people. Plus Mary's legacy and life achievements along with her home were saved. An amazing achievement.
I do not want this series to end. Ever! I’m a potter myself, and I’ve only ever managed to make a sphere oil lamp, meaning it’s not completely closed with a hole in the top for a lamp inset. That was already difficult in my books. Can’t image a perfect sphere. You’re absolutely lovely people. Although the adventure cost you a lot of money (not including the huge amount of work you did), you’re still giving back a lot to the family who, as a matter of fact, didn’t give much help, if I understood correctly.
So glad about auction results and hope the next one is even better and that the Ming vase is genuine and pays for the new store!! You guys are great and genuine, good, caring people whatever anyone says :) Looking forward to the next adventure
You have a very interesting life lucky you and to have a job you LOVE. ❤️ YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL wife & children good luck to you all. ❤️ 🇨🇦🇨🇦
Love your videos! God bless you!
That is a super kind interpretation of trolls! And also correct. Some people carry a dark cloud with them wherever they go and rain on everyone around them. But it’s just the atmosphere they live in. Thank you for keeping it real + positive at the same time. You’re inspirational.
I'm glad to hear that the auction did so well, good job and good luck.🤗
“Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind.” - Henry James
The black sphere looks like a giant Tahitian Pearl
Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us Alex. Your kids are lucky to have such a great dad.
I watched the whole Potter House series, it was so nice of you to give back part of the proceeds to Mary's family. I am glad there are people like you in the world. Subscribed.
40 below zero was hard for me to fathom here in Florida. I dont know how your hands even work in that kind of cold. You overcame so much to purge the house. I'm just now watching your videos. Thank you for taking the time to include us, the rest of the world. May God richly bless you and your family.
Congrats on the auction, hope the second one, and the house are just as profitable!
So happy the auction did well, because I am really looking forward to you being able to start the General Store project. I want to share my favorite quote with you, from the author Lois McMaster Bujold: "Reputation is what others know about you. Honor is what you know about yourself. Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will." Alex and Melissa, you are both honorable people. The world needs more like you.
I couldn’t sleep and binge watched almost all 26 videos last night! I was so impressed with your character, sir. God bless you and your family.
I know you said earlier on that some of her pieces sold or were valued at $20k+,seems they sold pretty low if that's the case. I wonder if you can put a reserve price on some pieces with the auction house? Not to be morbid, but it's not like she'll be making anymore unfortunately, so rarity is certainly to be considered. If you're happy with the results, then I reckon that's all that counts. I just wonder if putting everything up all together doesn't flood the market with to much, therefore lowering the scarcity and value. Good luck with the future auction also, I have nothing but love and good wishes for everyone and love seeing y'all prosper and thrive!!! PICKLE Rick rocks!!! Yeah,you certainly need him as a mascot for the new store, besides Zoltar needs an entourage to chill out with on those lonely nights after you close. It'll be like Night at the museum goings-on. Lol,Peas&namaste! ▪☆☆☆▪
absolutely LOVE the kitchen sink, stove and fridge!!!!!
Can NOT wait for the new store! Please make a series out of it!
Wow!!!! That sphere is absolutely amazing. I can't believe how perfect that is. Did she say if it was thrown in two peices? I am a potter 😁.
Hi, Alec, I have been watching from Australia it has been great to see the potter house you and your team have done great i enjoy all your videos well done.
I think y’ou can get Sotheby’s to authenticate the Ming vase if you also let them sell it at auction for you. It could be worth millions.
Millionaire, haha. If you have ever flipped a house on a budget with you're own elbow grease you would realize how much work it takes, a millionaire wouldn't do the hard work you did. Congratulations, you deserve every penny.
Wendy King ...for sure, been following the cleaning, restoration..etc. and what a lot of work... He not only restored the house but honoured Mary, even to the end.
What a beautiful house someone is going to get...well done!!
Thank you for everything you, your family and friends have achieved with Mary's house, for sharing your journey with us. You are all wonderful, caring people. I love watching all your videos, finding treasures and the excitement of searching and unboxing finds. Can't wait for your next adventure . Much love from the UK xx
You folks Are Amazing!!! Love y’all!!!💕💕💕GOD Bless 😇🤗😇😊
You two are amazing, I agree, who cares what people think, you are putting your souls out there. You make us Canadians look great. 🇨🇦
I live in Southeast Texas and I just stumbled across your channel tonight becoming a new subscriber and I’ve spent hours watching all of the Potter House videos of which I enjoyed you guys and the great job you’ve all done considering the cleanup and careful treasure hunting involved. It’s finally a pleasure to watch someone that doesn’t depend on all types of drama, dishonesty, etc. like so many other channels, and I appreciate folks who works hard to achieve your dreams working great together with your beautiful family, good friends, and new friends. I appreciate your fairness with splitting the proceeds of the auction with Mary’s family. Thanks again, keep up the great work, and I’ll be watching.
It's obvious from your previous video's that you do care. It's also obvious that you don't judge people. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, don't let people get you down. I would be proud to know you and your family.
marian hoblyn ❤️
So would I
Alex and Melissa thank you for being such nice people and answering the nosy questions that sticky-beaks are posing to you on how much money you paid or received from Mary's pottery and the house. To be honest it really nothing to do with us and yet you are and have been willing to be honest on everything and about everything and for that I truly wish you every happiness in what venture you undertake in your lives. May prosperity come knocking at your door and frequently at that. Wishing you every ounce of goodness available for you are both truly one of good one's. Thank you.
The formula that was the grab to your series: a total mess, a changed purpose once you see the pottery and pottery tools, hard work, continuous cleaning, progress and more progress, good design, repurposing furniture, things we can respond to online, your charm and honesty. I mean, my God, that was fun to watch. I hope you find another perfect formula for you to post and us to watch.
Boa Totally agree! I got hooked, a big part was the lack of crassness that you sometimes see on these types of shows!
Just curious if any of Mary's kids have seen the house at this point. A video walk through with them would be neat if they were up to it. It would be cool to see or hear about their reaction.
Your willingness to be so transparent about $ involved is rare and refreshing. Right up there with your sense fairness in your dealing with the the family. Your good karma is obviously being rewarded. I hope you continue to prosper because it's so rare to see people who do care.
I would love a rough sketch of the floorplan! I'm having a hard time configuring the first floor!
Envision the house split in half by the stairway. You are standing at the front door with the stairs ahead of you a wee bit to the right. Open to the left is an entry where Alex had a bookcase with a couple chairs. Going back is the dining area then the kitchen. There is an entry to the other side at the dining area. Back at the door, to the right is the livingroom. Through the door at the back of the room is the hall. To the right is the bathroom, left is the dining room, and utility room straight ahead. Hope that helped more than hindered.
I think EVERYTHING you've done connected with Mary's house has been incredibly generous! From the furnishings to the auction proceeds, it shows your fine character! Well done!
You folks are the best. Truly you are not in this only for the money. You are preservers of history and do kind deeds to help people. You generosity with the family was moving. Keep up the good works.
I have really enjoyed Mary's story. Her life was in that house and you uncovered it bit by bit for the nation to enjoy. Your so cool how you and your family all join in and help out. Keep doing what your doing as your doing it so well x
Her hoarding items padded her pottery all the years
A few of them.
Posterity over here, six months later. Just watched the whole Potter's House series, and had wondered about how the auction went, since it's no longer listed on that site. So glad to hear it was a smashing success!! Grateful you made (re-made) this video. Several of the original segments, including your interview with Mary, were so moving, and honestly brought me to tears. You are wonderful people, and your channel, a welcome discovery. Can't wait to share in your future adventures!!
I went to watch one video n couldn’t stop! Seems you n family live by The Golden Rule! It showed and blessed so many. The crew was great, we all felt this project affected them, the neighborhood, you as well as your viewers! Smiles n tears for all. Thank you. Bravo Mary who packed all her treasures in her carefully funny wrappings for you to find and share with the world. I’m sure she smiled in her spiffy ride to her final resting place. God had a plan for you all! The house stands proud once again. You treated her with respect and sure made her Proud!
We enjoyed the live as always. thanks for all of the updates. Congrats on the auction sales! You two look fabulous! Alex, we need you to keep your promise and go to the doctor tomorrow no matter who calls and how many out-there treasures they want to sell cheap. Looking forward to anything you post next. Tyfs.
I so wish my circumstances and wealth was in a position to buy the house. I would pack up and move in a heartbeat and change NOTHING! I hate being in the UK and have dreamed of moving to Canada all of my life xxxx
Maria, fill out an immigration application form. You may qualify as a landed immigrant. Knowledge is power.
We have hundreds of young Irish immigrants. Even if they start by working at a restaurant or bar, it's a way to get in.
Home care worker...study there, move to Canada, be a live in....the baby boomers are getting older
Marry one of my two single brothers in their 40's and you could be in Canada within a year LOL.
Can’t believe how much I’ve enjoyed this. You seem to be such kind and loving people. You’ve treated your workers like family. No wonder they worked so hard for you. Love from Kris from australia
The recently closed Transit Hotel would make a perfect General Store, it has history, character, good exposure and would really add to this neighborhood in transition!
52toasters i dont think its for sale?
Ditto ......Sue's comment. ......about fun auction.
God Bless You Melissa and Alex.
Good people and a couple like you are a rarity in today's world.
Beautiful artwork by Mary.
Alex , So glad to hear you're going to the doctor. Please don't be like mr. McDonald and play it down you've been coughing since the first day that you've been in that house, you need to have a lung X-ray because you sound like you have fluid on the lungs every time you cough. Now please don't make an excuse like mr. Mac would, his excuse for not going to the hospital with heart failure is that he has to take care of us at home. I'm so glad you are finally going real proud of you about that. The house looks great even the sunroom, if it was a porch it would have only a floor and a roof and possibly rails. I am concerned about all the cracks in the house you might need to get a house inspector The Climb underneath and see if there's any problem whatsoever with the foundation, that will protect you after all it's a hundred year old house and that will protect you from any liability. Melissa maybe you should go with him to the doctor and Book he found is not going to do the job. Your friends we send love to you great job on everything Rose from Las Vegas
I absolutely love this background behind you guys every time I see it!!!
There are videos out in yt land that generally have a title to the wording of basically "Videos/actions that will restore your faith in humanity"
You guys do so many things that restore faith in humanity it is an honor and blessing to watch your videos, and watch you do you!!!! Not that I'm not just as giving and compassionate and caring, or that I don't know of others who are also, I just believe when good is done, it should ABSOLUTELY be recognized!!!!
This is me recognizing your awesomeness, your HONOR, your LOVE, COMPASSION, TRUTH & GIVING!!!!
It almost seems as though Miss Mary was waiting for you, her earth angels, to come along and recognize her, as well as to help her and her children tell her important story, and regain so much of what was their past, and then she went home to paradise!!! I say her life's work was important and needed recognition, not because of prestige, but to renew people's interest, and to let them know there are other ways, and that these ancient ways, though they may be slower, tend to be longer lasting, stronger and so forth than some modern techniques!!! Some modern things are absolutely awesome, amazing, great, BUT some are worse than the old ways and substandard!!! So, it is very important for people to recognize important techniques for the purposes of knowing how to do them...with large numbers of people knowing how to do so as well, so that they are not lost like so many things already are!!!
Just love you guys, your so genuine and Alex your impersonations crack me up x
I was so totally enthralled by the Potters House videos. That’s the coolest ever. I am (was) doing renovations myself so I do realize the work involved.
I am currently watching the general store renovations, I can hardly wait for the next video.
I appreciate your kindness and generosity. Kudos to all your gang!🙏🤗
This entire adventure was the most absolute best and favorite of mine since the beginning of all social media! !!
Thank you. You are amazing people. You are a credit to mankind everywhere. Bless you all and all you do.
Blessings to you both and your videos have lifted my spirits and restored my faith in humanity. Hugs for your beautiful children and take good care of yourselves!
You guys are awesome! This is my favorite channel. You two are so down to earth and friendly. 👍
Yesss sooo much hard work!!!
Everyone did fabulous job on Mary’s House!!!! 🏡🏡
You both are so amazing! I am continually impressed and happily surprised, by your warmth, humor, and integrity. I always seem to miss your live feeds in the evening but I sure enjoy them the next day. Good luck with your cool general antique store that is on its way to you! You both deserve that and so much more.!!
I think he's more a satyr than a devil. I'm glad you raised it for Mary's family. So glad you're fixing up the house and saved it for posterity. I hope someone buys it from you who will love it and keep it in the great shape you're restoring it to.
I love your whole family and I'm sticking with you. Melissa love your channel too. What a wonder teacher you must be. Thank you both letting us in. Xoxo
You did marvelous. You are such a good man so hard working and your a lucky man to have a wonderful wife. TFS 🤗🤩 😎🤗❤️🤗
Since you live in Canada why not come to Toronto for a visit. You did great with the house and showed Mary and her family a lot of respect. God bless you and your family 🙏.
Wonderful news that the auction went so well. Many Blessing to you all.
My parents live in a town with a dump. Their dump has a covered area for electronics and some perfectly good stuff that people can come pick over, that hasn't actually gone into the dump proper. So it's not as disgusting as people think. My dad has gotten me SUPER cool birthday presents from the dump, that you can't get in stores (Vextrek, a gaming console that came out the same year I did ;P) and he got me a serger, that isn't the beat model, but it works, and I can't afford a new one lol.
You are awesome talking with Mary and bringing her to our attention is wonderful. I loved her story. Thank you. You deserved every penny you made. That was a lot of work.
Alex is a modern day pirate and knows where to find treasures..
Absolutely magnificent gesture guys! What an outcome!
Hello, I am from Newburg Pennsylvania I have been watching your show for about two weeks now and I cannot get enough you guys are so awesome !! may God bless you and keep you. I will get all my friends hooked on watching you also God Bless. Teanna
Wow that is a great amount. You sharing it with the Potter's family shows me that your family is very thoughtful caring and big heated. Your family deserves the best in life. Your dream will come true because of it. That general store is yours. The universe will provide to you for all that good Karma you put out into the world.
What amazing memories for your family! Thanks for taking us along on such a positive adventure. Couldn’t have guessed that you would have found that many pieces. Terrific that Mary’s art will live on!
SOO glad you kept a stunning piece of Mary's pottery
You are some of the nicest people I have ever watched on TH-cam I am so blessed to see the way you operate thank you so much I am an older woman and it blesses me so much. As a matter of fact I'm in tears right now because it blesses me to see but there are people like me still in the world I pretty much have given up on the human race and then I see people like you and I'm so blessed. Thank you yes I subscribe to your Channel and I will pray for you and your family I watched you from beginning to end when you bought the Potter House and all the renovations that you did I laughed when you found the money. I was glad I've watched a lot of other videos where people buy storage units and they're so greedy and I laugh at them because they don't find anything of any value and I'm glad. Because they don't even value the people and their misfortune that makes me so angry. It's all about respect. And you showed Mary respect you're a good man you're good people thank you thank you so much God bless you
SO happy for you and Mary's family. One step closer to your new shop. Good luck in the sale of the house. Blessings
Enjoyed all the videos great job on the house, must be satisfying to know you saved this great ladies history. Sad to think family was going to doze it down full of all those wonderful finds. They are lucky you came along. Can’t wait for the next adventure
Alex please don't "tough it out" make the time and go get looked at. Do it for your family! They need you. Don't gamble with your health! God bless!
Just stay positive. Found some don't understand if you smile even brings hope to another. Being kind brings a happier life for you, family and those around. Thank you and Melissa to be so nice and kind.
It is clear that you both are good people. I watched all episodes and didn’t like the results at first but the episode where you rented it I saw the beauty! Thank god you purchased this property and cared for it and all the treasures you searched for.