A productive Monday in rural France

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  • @Mbmcdn
    @Mbmcdn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +83

    He has already been adopted by a puppy…just doesn’t know it yet..lol

  • @jmk1962
    @jmk1962 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +91

    God I love a man who can make things and fix things.

    • @wilbready
      @wilbready 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My husband loves for just those things. ~WilPaul

    • @patmartin9333
      @patmartin9333 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      100%!

  • @CecileBergeron
    @CecileBergeron 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +63

    You are so refreshing to watch , a bit of sanity and normalcy in one's day .Thank you .

  • @gabrielemueller7865
    @gabrielemueller7865 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    Who knew rewiring a light could be so entertaining? Glad it all worked out.

  • @janicedagul9334
    @janicedagul9334 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    Brian, can’t believe you’re a newish vlogger as your daily vlogs are so good, you’re a natural. My husband and I are thoroughly enjoying your daily jaunts, thank you!

  • @JustRollandGo
    @JustRollandGo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    I love this guy's simplicity and contentment. While others may want the latest phone, Brian is content with a used one as long as it is fully functional.

  • @jeca8117
    @jeca8117 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    This vlog had everything in it, chit chat, shopping, lunch, problem solving and belly laughs….thanks 👍

    • @lesleywilliams323
      @lesleywilliams323 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      & no porcelain 😂

    • @JW-kh9bm
      @JW-kh9bm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@lesleywilliams323 LOL. Or how much daddy did this or painted that...

    • @yinny11-11
      @yinny11-11 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@JW-kh9bmthat is not kind.

  • @williesmom5304
    @williesmom5304 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +102

    I love the simple. Vlog # no silly titles or pics of faces with their mouths open. Liked the bright sunglasses, made a statement..i think you need a dog or puppy. Just a suggestion.

    • @jmk1962
      @jmk1962 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      I agree. It's so refreshing to see someone normal for a change.

    • @evelyndunham5135
      @evelyndunham5135 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Or a women lol

    • @JamesHardiman99
      @JamesHardiman99 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Of course he needs a puppy! And we know which one. Not a single appearance of even a stray dog in this whole vlog.

    • @maureenmunro2826
      @maureenmunro2826 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Liked the sunglasses too….yes to puppy!

    • @GenaF
      @GenaF 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I absolutely agree. I watched a TH-camr who has some kind of management and he was told how to do his thumbnail pics (as you described) as he would get more views. He was shocked to find it was true so he now does this, but he did apologise to original subscribers as hates it himself. Just shows he's only in it for the money.
      Please stay as our lovely, nice and normal Brian (even with 26k subscribers)

  • @avivat3010
    @avivat3010 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    Thank you for the drive, shopping, lunch, coffee and chat Brian! I enjoyed all of it! Due to watching channels like Dan's, yours and a couple of others where people commit DIY, I decided to fix my clothes washing machine... After a week of walking by, doing a few things, gathering courage and finally committing to buying the part and installing it, I fixed it!! It's running in the background as I write. Quite a feeling of satisfaction, although it was touch and go for a while. Thank you for the inspiration! Oh, I found out it's quite comforting to talk to ones self during those moments. Completely relate. (I don't have the excuse of invisible friends who are watching me!) Your light will serve its purpose in quiet beauty. Congrats!

    • @catherinefromchristchurchn6508
      @catherinefromchristchurchn6508 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How do you know you don't have invisible friends watching you?

    • @avivat3010
      @avivat3010 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@catherinefromchristchurchn6508 LOL so true. I don't! Thanks for pointing that out.☺

  • @francesmcgrath5663
    @francesmcgrath5663 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    Brian, you do make me laugh 😂. 🤪

  • @wendydennis9127
    @wendydennis9127 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    So glad you got rid of that ‘hot’phone! Sounds like a fire waiting to happen. Love your thinking aloud! Shows how we all think the same. Well done with the light. It should give just the right amount of ‘glow’.👍

  • @donaldauguston9740
    @donaldauguston9740 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Brian, if that's a Scion you're driving, there was a recall on those handles and they will be replaced free of charge. It happened to me and I was so ashamed at first that i had open the door so badly that I broke the handle. It wasn't my fault at all.

  • @jillwestgarth9495
    @jillwestgarth9495 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    So. Just wrote a comment and pressed the wrong thingy. 😢. Lost it. Suffice to say, talking to yourself gives you an expert opinion which is never wrong. The opinion may need a few adjustments after careful discussion (with yourself) to be accurate. Thanks Brian for a relaxing view of the world. After mixing and lifting all that concrete a week off is well deserved.

  • @juliehilton1701
    @juliehilton1701 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Fabulous day out, France is gorgeous. Love the light very in keeping with the house xx

  • @virginiarichards6872
    @virginiarichards6872 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Watching your vlogs are like hanging out with a good buddy. No expectations, no need to entertain or be entertained, just sharing time and relaxing in that time. Thank you.

    • @MichaelSterna
      @MichaelSterna 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Totally agree, so do I 😊

  • @ElaineCurry-mr8vy
    @ElaineCurry-mr8vy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    Another enjoyable vlog Brian. Boy did that steak look good. Thank you for sharing.

  • @tinachisholm488
    @tinachisholm488 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    I absolutely look forward to your day to day activities.

  • @RoseyBblue
    @RoseyBblue 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    That's it fixing things and brightening our days 💡☀️👍Thanks

  • @marcikrause3462
    @marcikrause3462 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    😂😂😂
    I rewire lamps and don't think I've had that many do-overs, but that was quite humerous!

  • @virginiaparsons3
    @virginiaparsons3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    So laughed at the way you were talking about French language in your Irish voice 😄😄

  • @NancyTannehill-qn5zk
    @NancyTannehill-qn5zk 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    “Grab a fire extinguisher”😮🧯
    🤣🤣🤣

  • @judithlynch9083
    @judithlynch9083 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Do you have junkyards in France? Sometimes you can get old car parts for cheap. Junkyards are where old cars go when they die, in the US anyway.

    • @presspound7358
      @presspound7358 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I thought of that straightaway as they are wont to say in the UK.

  • @h.b.4058
    @h.b.4058 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I actually feel like I was listening to my own brain when you were fixing the light. 😂

  • @sherrylelee8274
    @sherrylelee8274 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Loved my daily ‘dose’ of Brian 😂 You are a natural and a real joy 🤩

  • @LucySimcock-w2o
    @LucySimcock-w2o 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    “Leroy Merlin” I laughed so much, because we call it “Mr Leroy Merlin” whenever we are in France and pass one, your friend would be very cross with us!!! 😂😂😂
    Brilliant vlog as always, absolutely love them 😊

    • @jackieroberts9127
      @jackieroberts9127 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Leroy Merlin was named after it's owner and his wife,nothing to do with kings

  • @trace5281
    @trace5281 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    France actually has a national office to protect their language! They take it very seriously.

    • @slicksalmon6948
      @slicksalmon6948 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Indeed they do. Leroy Merlin even has a Wikipedia page with the correct IPA pronunciation -- [ləʁwa mɛʁlɛ̃]

    • @suewilson1801
      @suewilson1801 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      yep. If my old brain remembers they tried to purge all non French works and create substitute words.

    • @joycearmstrong8628
      @joycearmstrong8628 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@suewilson1801 Australia had to change wine labels

  • @brabusg350
    @brabusg350 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    hi brian, the lamp looks stunning ! so nice ! i m curious to see that up on the wall in the evening !!!

  • @marycook1657
    @marycook1657 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Talking out loud to yourself - I can relate!! 😂 My excuse is that it gives my thoughts reality and validity, and credibility!

    • @marytaylor9185
      @marytaylor9185 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's how you get all the answers!

  • @dionbarber7077
    @dionbarber7077 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Daniel Preston, watch this video and if Brian offers to help wire the Chateau just tell him that you have already hired someone for that. 🤣 Nothing against you Brian. You are a brilliant man. You truly are. 😂

  • @BettyLamport
    @BettyLamport 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Watching your vlog makes me smile. Thank you.

  • @teriholsclaw8034
    @teriholsclaw8034 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Ok, let me just say after a not so hot day at work, I came home and watched this and it made my day! Funny and entertaining. Thanks Brian. I love how you're so chill.

  • @pollylemelin5600
    @pollylemelin5600 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I love your blog simple easy not complicated ❤️

  • @BarbB56
    @BarbB56 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Thanks for sharing your day Brian.
    For what it’s worth I think your light bulb might be a tad big. 😊

  • @francesbolen257
    @francesbolen257 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Always a good day when a notice that Brain has posted his daily!

  • @penniboo5818
    @penniboo5818 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Most entertaining.. 😂
    made me laugh..
    👍 for sharing your day with us, Brian
    Limoges looked very pretty 😍

    • @chillnophone2024
      @chillnophone2024 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like their old glass/porcelain. ❤

  • @trace5281
    @trace5281 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I love my Android, but getting a case that covers front and back has saved my phone.

  • @sweetsweetcandy3889
    @sweetsweetcandy3889 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Isn't it great to take us all with you everyday and having someone to talk to, but at the same time being alone and not having to deal with anyone.

  • @benteryseth6103
    @benteryseth6103 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I almost died watching you assemble that lamp! So entertaining! And you didn’t even get mad! 😂😂😂

  • @rmil4531
    @rmil4531 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I forgot how much I liked Limoge. It’s been years since I visited. The light looks lovely, well done.

  • @kc9179
    @kc9179 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I love that you get coffees often, and at interesting places 😊

  • @patriciarinaldi9390
    @patriciarinaldi9390 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Its so incrediblely beautiful and like a fariy tale when you drive the towns

  • @pegistafford5246
    @pegistafford5246 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Glad someone let you know about the Murderbot series by Martha Wells it’s my new favourite read.

  • @susannahwhitaker994
    @susannahwhitaker994 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Wow well I got my coffee today lol. You know , I would love for you and Dan to be my sons as you certainly would keep my mind alive and laughing . Love you vlogs 🤗

  • @blakehahn-atlantaga8510
    @blakehahn-atlantaga8510 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Very productive day! The village was beautiful and your lunch was the chef’s kiss!

  • @Luniverspin
    @Luniverspin 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Leroy Merlin is simply the name of the two founders: Adolphe Leroy et Rose Merlin. No royalty involved. This is France …

  • @LeeAnnM
    @LeeAnnM 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Find some nerd to 3D print a new boot part

  • @jlotoo850
    @jlotoo850 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Leroy Merlin!! LOL Hillarious!! I can just see the French getting so disgusted..SOO funny... Loved that one!

  • @julietrask7497
    @julietrask7497 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love it nice light! My Dad was an electrician, I used to be his helper good memories.

  • @kcourinka4267
    @kcourinka4267 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    "Liroïe Merline"... or the art of putting some poetry in the name of simple DIY stores🧡😉, j'adore !

    • @suewilson1801
      @suewilson1801 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah, I thought he was saying Le Roi.

  • @irishgranny23
    @irishgranny23 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Love the light ❤

  • @kgar67
    @kgar67 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Another great looking lunch and coffee....

  • @lindamitman4538
    @lindamitman4538 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Well done on rewiring / repurposing that lamp. It’s a one of a kind and will look really nice. Enjoyed the little jaunt through Limoges. Enjoy your time off and getting things checked off the list.

  • @JustncasePR
    @JustncasePR 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    True Success is not in the path you take to get there, but that the finished product looks good and works correctly 😊

  • @irishdancer2753
    @irishdancer2753 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Brian, happy you had yet another adventurous good day!😊

  • @Logan-o5h
    @Logan-o5h 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love the old towns. The city center and wonder what they were like so many years ago when the town was in its early years.

  • @joannemacintyre251
    @joannemacintyre251 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Loved your patience with the light assembly! Very enjoyable start to finish. 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @georgeattig8088
    @georgeattig8088 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your subscribers number is climbing fast, and rightly so! Tuning in to your channel is like meeting a close friend.

  • @cloudydavey1936
    @cloudydavey1936 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brian I could listen to you fix stuff and talk to yourself all day!

  • @SylviaSchenkelsvan57
    @SylviaSchenkelsvan57 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's so funny when you are talking to yourself while working on the lamb! 😅and you need a bit of a haircut at the front Brian! Love the vlog!💋

  • @melodybecker2309
    @melodybecker2309 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Greetings Brian - You are ready for the Movie's!!! Happy Day!!! Toodles from Colorado!!!

  • @guignegenie8253
    @guignegenie8253 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the giggle ❤ those 5 minute jobs that looks so simple.

  • @polgarauk5606
    @polgarauk5606 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This was the video I didn't know I needed so much after a somewhat hectic and stressful day 😂
    Loved the light and the talking to yourself while doing it, I do that ALL the time it's the only sensible conversation I ever get in my opinion 😂😂😂

  • @grimcell
    @grimcell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Those Kingkiller Chronicle books are great, aren't they? The second one is even longer. I hope Mr Rothfuss gets us the third book soon.

  • @danijadeb
    @danijadeb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The rewiring had me laughing so much 😂 The Murderbot Diaries books are so fun to read, I am currently reading book 5 - Network Effects. Other books you need to try are The Will of the Many by James Islington and Red Rising by Pierce Brown, they are great.

  • @QuiltyNana
    @QuiltyNana 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the old buildings and cobblestone streets. The light fixture has an interesting industrial look to it, I do think a smaller bulb might look better but we didn't see it in use so we'll see. I am the same thou with wiring, I'll tackle about anything else but not electrical except to rewire lamps and such. Have a great week off!

  • @andie1769
    @andie1769 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Transition from modern underground car park to historic buildings! Love it! 😊.

  • @nelleg152
    @nelleg152 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I was ready with the fire extinguisher love the lamp. The steak and chips looked good ❤

  • @JaxonsDd007
    @JaxonsDd007 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I feel you about the phone..I have had my note nine since 2021 and until it blows up in hand.. it will stay the old phone😊 will be jumping the pond later tonight for my lovely stay in Rural France 😊 thanks for the walk around and lunch. I was getting pretty hangry😉

  • @gitteawwal5447
    @gitteawwal5447 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I loved the orange sunglasses😂❤

  • @jolandavanharen2062
    @jolandavanharen2062 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brian on the move, @nd were coming along. It’# what I liked about Dan’s Vlog in the early days. Bits and bobs😊and the scene behind. Oh and the B-roll. Got to love that❤

  • @debbieandrews1909
    @debbieandrews1909 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thanks for your vlog made my day. You are quite entertaining. Enjoy your evening ❤️

  • @reneewerner289
    @reneewerner289 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Clive Cussler books are great

  • @naomimeyers84
    @naomimeyers84 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    OH my... the light bulb was really big. lol... but I love how you are able to fix so many things. Fashioning your own parts at times, is a true talent.

  • @louettahuddleson7194
    @louettahuddleson7194 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Brilliant. Love the lamp. See ya next time👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻

  • @Julie-bq6iz
    @Julie-bq6iz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You made me laugh numerous times in this one, Brian! You are a funny and charming man. I look forward to your videos. ❤

  • @monteschiavo
    @monteschiavo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The France you show is very nice

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had the same problem in the Netherlands, Brian. Except when I could not remember the Dutch word for something I would insert an English word in the sentence and carry on speaking in Dutch, drove them mad. I did not care really, though a few times I had to laugh. I never knew that wiring a plug and putting a lamp together would be so entertaining . Glad you got your phone problem sorted out, I think with your old phone it would most probably needed a new battery if it was over heating. Have a lovely day.

  • @karenmorrison8112
    @karenmorrison8112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🤣You are intertaining. Loved the look of your lunch and the light looks brilliant.

  • @AndreaMacleod-ko3ml
    @AndreaMacleod-ko3ml หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the Murder Bot series and starting the world walker series by Neil Asher, hopefully that will be good! Love watching your travel adventures

  • @reivax58
    @reivax58 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    6:04 balade dans Limoges, La Vienne, la Mairie, la place "Fontaine des Barres" la place des Bancs... etc...

  • @marybowers-j5j
    @marybowers-j5j 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hilarious story about butchering the French language. I have heard the French are very sensitive about how anyone who is not French speak or attempt speaking French. Waiting for the book review. Really enjoy your vlog.

  • @soniagallaher3544
    @soniagallaher3544 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Glad you finally got the light wiring sorted 🤣 have a great week

  • @Dianna-hw1ce
    @Dianna-hw1ce 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Who knew that watching someone shop and fix things would be so entertaining 😊

  • @marvincarter870
    @marvincarter870 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video Brian it shows our daily tasks that one must do to keep our lives organized so that everything works as its supposed to. Cell phones can be a pain when they quit working and you need to upgrade hopefully this one works good for you. Pretty scenery!

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You continue to entertain us with your down to earth, natural approach to everything Brian. Watching your videos puts me in a great mood to start the day.

  • @cherylmcinnes4434
    @cherylmcinnes4434 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    France has The Acadamie Francaise which was established in 1635 to act as the official authority on the usages, vocabulary and grammar of the French language. It’s probably why the French are so protective of their language, and perhaps why they are so “tetchy” about correct pronunciation?

  • @joanbrack4616
    @joanbrack4616 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    could listen to you for hours Brian love your work from melbourne Australia

  • @sushirules
    @sushirules 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Ooo, a whole week off. Time for a💈haircut.

  • @charmees6637
    @charmees6637 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That lunch looked yum! I like the light a lot of fiddling around, but you nailed in the end

  • @judithierino1377
    @judithierino1377 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That steak looked yummy,just a hint always use the proper charger for your phone if you have a Samsung use a Samsung charger or you will overheat your phone if you dont also it's worth paying some money and getting a screen saver,love your vlog

  • @heidi.a.thomson
    @heidi.a.thomson 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely view intro! Thanks for the previous puppy appearances. Need my dog fix since my beautiful dog passed 2 years ago. ❤🇨🇦

  • @JaneMcGuinness-y5d
    @JaneMcGuinness-y5d 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The vintage light bulb and light for your front door is lovely and thanks for some laughs, Brian! 😅 😊 😂 😊

  • @fiberotter
    @fiberotter 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your rigged light is fantastic. I look forward to seeing it mounted.

  • @boessheila50
    @boessheila50 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Well Brian....
    U can figure out more things than the average guy around ur age!! Cool front door light!!

  • @letsbefrank6269
    @letsbefrank6269 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Nice blog, no dogs, or cats, just a human, talking, brilliant. 😊

  • @nickynewhouse3144
    @nickynewhouse3144 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was on a boat dolphin watching off the coast of ullapool Scotland. When an Irish guy started talking in my pocket. It was you Brian 😂

  • @Commish24
    @Commish24 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love all those half-timbered buildings!

  • @yvehill
    @yvehill 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best laugh I've had all week... Le Roi....😂

  • @joerippe9731
    @joerippe9731 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Another interesting day in your life Brian. Thanks for sharing. I knew nothing about rural France so this is all eye opening to me Absolutely beautiful countryside and towns. The only thing I hoped I could catch a glimpse of was a couple old Citroens, maybe a Deux Chevaux, DS, or even an ID? I guess they are becoming rare even there in France. Thanks for the vlogs, very relaxing and informative!!

    • @LaReynedeNeige
      @LaReynedeNeige 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Those are more like vintage cars now, I do often see vintage car rallies on vlogs in France though.

  • @barryalexander6956
    @barryalexander6956 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I will forever be thinking Leeroy when I hear Le Roi from now on…😂