OH! The painter. I'm not crying. Holidays really are about memories of our loved ones, and I couldn't imagine a more perfect gift. Ok. Maybe just a few tears. I love it all!
@@lekkervol these people bring it all out in me lol. My smile was huge but my face was leaking UGLY. I have a golden retriever that had no idea how to manage Mom. Do I bring her a dirty sock to cheer her up? Do I bring her a squeaky baby to play with and keep her happy? All the above! And a dog blanket. BRING IT ON, LELANDERS! Now I'm ready for tomorrow's advent. 😉😂
Philip, as we say here in Texas, "ya done good, cowboy." I was moved to tears by your thoughtfulness and care for Stephanie. How very special! She is one very lucky lady. And Stephanie, I am soooo jealous! LOL My hubby has his own set of skills and capacities, but such sweet thoughtfulness isn't one of them. His idea of thoughtfulness is "hey, I turned the horses out for ya." Which, come to think of it, on a cold winter morning, is rather thoughtful. Love the nativity village! Beautiful!
Phillip!!! So sweet of you!! When Stephanie unwrapped the mold of dad painting on the canvas, I busted into happy tears with Stephanie. How special!!! Well done. On point ❤️
I have so many wonderful things I could say about this but Philip, the gift for Stephanie was so thoughtful and really touched my heart. You get points in my book. So looking forward to the rest of the month. Thanks
Phillip has such a thoughtful, caring, good soul. His gift brought tears to my eyes and warmed my heart....Christmas time this year has a perfect start now, because of his perfect gift... Beautiful !
Did anyone else notice the ropes in the front yard? Something is happening there. I wonder what it is, but I THINK we will see that after advent. 2022 front courtyard reveal? Maybe?
Dear Stephanie and Philip, I am so moved by your sweet, thoughtful gift to Stephanie! It makes me so happy that you found and cherish each other. Giving each other so much happiness, love and sharing your joy in each other with us. My heart runneth over for you ❤️
Phillip, that was the most thoughtful gift. The whole nativity was fantastic as well as the history and tour of the studio where they are made. I try to collect Nativities from places we travel so i have an Igloo Nativity from Alaska, a gourd Nativity from Trinidad, and a clay set from Mexico.
How wonderful that you have a man in your life who takes the time to think of something so sweet as buying the artist to represent your father in the creche. I love it and I love Philip for thinking of you.
Stephanie and Phillip thank you for this episode, I loved it. I had tears in my eyes for the gift to Stephanie, daddy with his paintings. Beautiful idea Phillip, I love your heart.
Very interesting to learn all about the Nativities that this family has created for decades! What a lovely Premiere of your Advent Calendar Series! Thank you for all your effort to make it so fabulous! Bless you all this Holiday Season! Bravi!
Heavy with “nostalgie” while watching this tonight. I started collecting santons Fouque in my teens. I have so many of the ones you showed while visiting Aix. My favorites are the lady and man of the Coup de Mistral. I’m an American who grew up in France. My play ground was in a château where my best friend lived. It was the château de St. Albain near Mâcon. We later moved to Montélimar. I came back to the States for university and became a French teacher. I returned often to France with my students and made sure our tours always took us to Aix and a visit to the Fouque shop just so I could add to my collection. Thank you for the time you take to share your château life. It brings back such wonderful vivid memories.
How wonderful that your French childhood led to your Christmas traditions and career! And that you spread that heritage to your students. That’s amazing! 🥰
See her eyes They are bright tonight See the stars Coming out tonight See the moon Looking down tonight See how they Light your way tonight See my eyes They are bright tonight See my hands Reaching out tonight What a beautiful lady and such talent
This was absolutely fabulous! I honestly had never seen a creche in a city form nor done as beautifully as this!! I am with Michael, now I want one. Philip you knocked it out of the park with your gift to Steph. Well done, absolutely well done ! It could not have been better.
I love all the items you bought, it's a beautiful scene, then to top it off with Philip's thoughtful gift - what a guy. Stephanie you always provide us with the history of things you're showcasing and I love that about your vlogs.
Philip is so sweet. I absolutely loved this video, the intro is just amazing and the little crib/village is adorable. Looking forward to see day 2. Lots of love for all the Lalanders.
I can't wait for the rest of this year's advent! Last year and the year before were so fantastic! I think my favorite thing were the frankincense and myrrh candles inside the champagne glasses with gold leaf that you and Michael made. I'm a little biased as I am a candle maker myself! But, that's a fantastic idea for gifts. I absolutely LOVE anything diy. It just adds a personal and thoughtful touch!
Right?! I’ve been given so much inspiration from this channel. I have four trees this year, never before. I’m in love with all the different trees scattered throughout my home. They make me so happy! I have also been able to use all that I have. Fabulous! I have five nativities from my family on both sides. This is the first year I am displaying all of them, inspired by Stephanie! I never thought too put them all out at once. I used to rotate. No longer…just beautiful to see everyday. 💜
I am so thrilled that the Advent Diaries have started! Thank you Steph and Philip for all your hard work on these. Philip’s gift touched my heart- so sweet❤️
Phillip is just the very best boyfriend purchasing the easel and the painter for Stephanie so she can have her daddy in the village. I just about burst into tears. He's wonderful!
I loved the Advent opening! It's so beautiful and it feels like Christmas now. Thank you for bringing so much joy into our lives. That is the true spirit of Christmas. Stephanie you are a blessing upon this earth.
Can’t wait!!!!! Thank you Stef and All Lalanders for this beautiful advent calendar! This make me feel so happy and joyful. I’m here since the first ever Christmas advent calendar 2 years ago! 💕
Yes! Advent has begun! I’ve been looking forward to this since last year. LOVE THE NEW INTRODUCTION. Love the history, the nativity and the fun building.
I love Christmas just as much as you do Stephanie. I teared up watching you at the nativity scene. I always will remember my Christmasses at my grandparents each year, with old holiday traditions. For me... Bing Crosby 'White Christmas' always needs to be playing in the background. ❤🎅
I loved this episode so much! It is so beautiful and watching you set it all up really filled my heart to the brim! When we moved to Bulgaria, I had to leave behind my Christmas village (Department 56) and I miss it so much. But it is waiting for me in storage, and when we retire, I will cherish it all the more! I relived many Christmas memories of setting up my village from so long ago! Thanks.
Dan did a great job with your opening. You and Philip I look forward to the rest of the Advent colander vlogs. Sorry no Cat this year. Maybe Audrick can be used with his beautiful smiling eyes?
Just me adding to the clamor of admiration of the advent calendar's intro (nice job Dan!), the tree in the background (GORGEOUS), the historical information on the french nativity scene (I am a sculptor so I LOVED EVERY PART) , and when Philip surprised you with the painter that represented your father, I had tears streaming down my face! This Christmas vlog was Peeerrrfect! ❤❤
I’ve been down with a terrible flu since Saturday, today it’s made it’s transformation into laryngitis. Resting for so many days is very hard, but all so sweet when there is a new episode from La Lande. Thank you for cheering me up! Im sure it will convince all illness to let me be soon!
Warning, DON’T put the nightlights straight on top of the wooden sideboard/chest it will leave a mark on the wooden surface when they get all melted and hot, I ruined a fabulous table like that. It looks great though! X
That was great to see. I liked how you didn't put baby Jesus down, a lot of people put him in the manger when they set it up ! I went to a convent boarding school & the nuns never put him out till Christmas day, it annoys me when people do. I loved everything, I had a tear in my eye when you opened the present from Phillip & you said " it's daddy" , that was really special , love from Scotland 🤗🤗
Years ago when my son was little my Mom started a crèche set for him made by Fontaine. Every year she added new pieces until my son was ten. She did this for each grandchild. As God is still working on my son I have his set. Very special and non breakable 🎄❤️
I am not ashamed to say… I was quite moved by Philip’s gift 💝 bringing daddy into the nativity scene. Now my eyes are wet and my heart is glowing 🧡 Happy Advent, dear LaLanders ☺️
The way your grandmother did her nativity scene is the way my family has always done it to this day! In the unused fireplace, with the old newspaper to create the mountains 😂
Oh my word I love the intro!!!!! Your videos always make me so very happy!! Praying for everyone to stay safe during the holidays and blessings to all of you!! Hugs from Arkansas ❤️
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OH! The painter. I'm not crying. Holidays really are about memories of our loved ones, and I couldn't imagine a more perfect gift. Ok. Maybe just a few tears. I love it all!
The moment I saw the painter I was chopping the onions 😭😉
@@lekkervol these people bring it all out in me lol. My smile was huge but my face was leaking UGLY. I have a golden retriever that had no idea how to manage Mom. Do I bring her a dirty sock to cheer her up? Do I bring her a squeaky baby to play with and keep her happy? All the above! And a dog blanket. BRING IT ON, LELANDERS! Now I'm ready for tomorrow's advent. 😉😂
I mean, this is me right now 😭😭😭😭😭😭. Sweetest, most thoughtful surprise gift. 💗💗💗
Me too
@@deadendlanecreations2779 hahahaha....my 2 little dogs looked at me like what the f is going on mom...they bring me my mommy blanket 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Philip, as we say here in Texas, "ya done good, cowboy." I was moved to tears by your thoughtfulness and care for Stephanie. How very special! She is one very lucky lady. And Stephanie, I am soooo jealous! LOL My hubby has his own set of skills and capacities, but such sweet thoughtfulness isn't one of them. His idea of thoughtfulness is "hey, I turned the horses out for ya." Which, come to think of it, on a cold winter morning, is rather thoughtful. Love the nativity village! Beautiful!
Well, he sounds just as wonderful in his own way. From a newly single woman, I can say, "What a blessing your husband is". Keeper lol. 🌺🌸🌷
Indeed the gift from your hubby is very thoughtful. ❤️
Turning the horse out has its uses! 🥰 it’s like giving a bale of hay as a valentines bouquet 💐 💕
How does one “turn a horse out”?
@@NoName-sj6bu put it in the paddock and let it go free to graze/eat for the day 😊 as appears to being in the stable
The painter......Philip you made me cry. How beautiful love can be xx
Thanks Stef for all you do to make this world a better place.
Phillip's gift to Stephenie brought tears to my eyes! That was so sweet!
Me too! So thoughtful :-D
Me too! So sweet
Phillip!!! So sweet of you!! When Stephanie unwrapped the mold of dad painting on the canvas, I busted into happy tears with Stephanie. How special!!! Well done. On point ❤️
Me too !
Me too.
I have so many wonderful things I could say about this but Philip, the gift for Stephanie was so thoughtful and really touched my heart. You get points in my book. So looking forward to the rest of the month. Thanks
Phillip has such a thoughtful, caring, good soul. His gift brought tears to my eyes and warmed my heart....Christmas time this year has a perfect start now, because of his perfect gift... Beautiful !
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Ohh me too.. So thoughtful of him to think of your Father 💙
This was excellent and Dan's intro is as Epic as his Drone shots 👌 👏 👍
Boy, that is for sure!!! It was gorgeous and inspiring. Super well done Dan !
Did anyone else notice the ropes in the front yard? Something is happening there. I wonder what it is, but I THINK we will see that after advent. 2022 front courtyard reveal? Maybe?
Yes, I loved Dan’s intro! 👏🏻👏🏻😍☃️
@@geenagr Good eye. I had to go back and look.
Dear Stephanie and Philip, I am so moved by your sweet, thoughtful gift to Stephanie! It makes me so happy that you found and cherish each other. Giving each other so much happiness, love and sharing your joy in each other with us. My heart runneth over for you ❤️
Phillip, that was the most thoughtful gift. The whole nativity was fantastic as well as the history and tour of the studio where they are made. I try to collect Nativities from places we travel so i have an Igloo Nativity from Alaska, a gourd Nativity from Trinidad, and a clay set from Mexico.
Fantastic idea to collect a Nativity from vacation locations!
So much better than junk no one wants when we pass. 🥴
Phillip deserves the best boyfriend award! I teared up, it was so sweet……
@@ladycharlotte8693 Me too... :') So thoughtful!
How wonderful that you have a man in your life who takes the time to think of something so sweet as buying the artist to represent your father in the creche. I love it and I love Philip for thinking of you.
Stephanie and Phillip thank you for this episode, I loved it. I had tears in my eyes for the gift to Stephanie, daddy with his paintings. Beautiful idea Phillip, I love your heart.
Philip IS SO the perfect man for Stephanie. Just commenting to help the 'rhythm. Happy Advent!
Phillip, your gift to Stephanie brought a tear to my eye. It’s so thoughtful.
Very interesting to learn all about the Nativities that this family has created for decades! What a lovely Premiere of your Advent Calendar Series! Thank you for all your effort to make it so fabulous! Bless you all this Holiday Season! Bravi!
The hand craft is totally amazing! So beautiful!
Phillip you made Stephanie very happy. I had tears in my eyes.
Philips gift made me cry.....so thoughtful 💓
So lovely of Philip to think about your father. Its all georgeus.
Phillip is so thoughtful buying a figure of daddy painting a canvas.
Yes, he is so sweet and thoughtful!
Made me cry.
I cried too 😭 he is so lovely
I confess to tears at “It’s Daddy!” So so lovely
Phillip....wow. That was the most loving, thoughtful gift.
I’m not a crier, like at all, but when Philip pulled out dad the painter. Oh my goodness that was so sweet. 😭❤️
Heavy with “nostalgie” while watching this tonight. I started collecting santons Fouque in my teens. I have so many of the ones you showed while visiting Aix. My favorites are the lady and man of the Coup de Mistral. I’m an American who grew up in France. My play ground was in a château where my best friend lived. It was the château de St. Albain near Mâcon. We later moved to Montélimar. I came back to the States for university and became a French teacher. I returned often to France with my students and made sure our tours always took us to Aix and a visit to the Fouque shop just so I could add to my collection.
Thank you for the time you take to share your château life. It brings back such wonderful vivid memories.
How wonderful that your French childhood led to your Christmas traditions and career! And that you spread that heritage to your students. That’s amazing! 🥰
My heart....... @ the end Philip, really.....
Daddy and his painting❤
So thoughtful.
Truly magical.... Stephanie the joy you give to us all is simply wonderful and the gift from Philip bought a tear to my eye xxxx
Phillip is a gem! Bless him, so thoughtful!
what a beautiful village and such a kind loving gift in memory of your dad. Well done Phillip🇨🇦
Ur little crèche is beautiful. How thoughtful Philip, the artist and easel were the perfect gift for Stephanie.
Phillip’s gift was perfect!
See her eyes
They are bright tonight
See the stars
Coming out tonight
See the moon
Looking down tonight
See how they
Light your way tonight
See my eyes
They are bright tonight
See my hands
Reaching out tonight
What a beautiful lady and such talent
This was absolutely fabulous! I honestly had never seen a creche in a city form nor done as beautifully as this!! I am with Michael, now I want one. Philip you knocked it out of the park with your gift to Steph. Well done, absolutely well done ! It could not have been better.
The Italians do this, too. Along the Amalfi coast some of the villages leave the settings and village people set up all year.
Aww Phillip that was so sweet made me cry !! X
Oh, it's beautiful! Phillip, the figurines of Stephenie dad painting is the BEST.
I love all the items you bought, it's a beautiful scene, then to top it off with Philip's thoughtful gift - what a guy. Stephanie you always provide us with the history of things you're showcasing and I love that about your vlogs.
Philip is so sweet. I absolutely loved this video, the intro is just amazing and the little crib/village is adorable. Looking forward to see day 2. Lots of love for all the Lalanders.
I can't wait for the rest of this year's advent! Last year and the year before were so fantastic! I think my favorite thing were the frankincense and myrrh candles inside the champagne glasses with gold leaf that you and Michael made. I'm a little biased as I am a candle maker myself! But, that's a fantastic idea for gifts. I absolutely LOVE anything diy. It just adds a personal and thoughtful touch!
I actually made those for Christmas presents last year I loved them so
Right?! I’ve been given so much inspiration from this channel. I have four trees this year, never before. I’m in love with all the different trees scattered throughout my home. They make me so happy! I have also been able to use all that I have. Fabulous! I have five nativities from my family on both sides. This is the first year I am displaying all of them, inspired by Stephanie! I never thought too put them all out at once. I used to rotate. No longer…just beautiful to see everyday. 💜
I am so thrilled that the Advent Diaries have started! Thank you Steph and Philip for all your hard work on these. Philip’s gift touched my heart- so sweet❤️
Philip’s gift made me tear up a bit- how wonderfully thoughtful and touching
What a thoughtful gift. You are a gem Phillip.
I just adore this! You are so kind and thoughtful Philip.
Great job on the intro. Loved it. Great job Dan the film maker. 🎥📹
Phillip is just the very best boyfriend purchasing the easel and the painter for Stephanie so she can have her daddy in the village. I just about burst into tears. He's wonderful!
Wonderful first day. So lovely seeing Michael a part of this Advent season.
Such a lovely and precious gift from Phillip, it brought tears to my eyes.
Thank you Stephanie, Philip, Michael and all involved in the production of this amazing Advent 2021 vlog.🎄🙏🏻❤️
I loved the Advent opening! It's so beautiful and it feels like Christmas now. Thank you for bringing so much joy into our lives. That is the true spirit of Christmas. Stephanie you are a blessing upon this earth.
I think Stephanie is truly the loveliest, kindest, and most gracious person I have ever seen! I wish her every happiness!
That is beautiful and to have daddy painting in the village and the nativity displayed in front of his painting is just perfect. Lovely viewing. 🎄🎄
Loved Dan's introduction, so perfectly done. Great start to the advent series.
Can’t wait!!!!! Thank you Stef and All Lalanders for this beautiful advent calendar! This make me feel so happy and joyful. I’m here since the first ever Christmas advent calendar 2 years ago! 💕
Same! 🥰
Me too
Beautiful pieces for the nativity.
Advent with Stephanie and Lalande is always an amazing time.
Okay - who else cried when Phillip gave Steph the present?!? ❤😂
Love the intro,well done Dan.Lovely Christmassey start.Thank you.x
Yes! Advent has begun! I’ve been looking forward to this since last year. LOVE THE NEW INTRODUCTION. Love the history, the nativity and the fun building.
May God continue to bless you all. Thank you for sharing, feeling the Spirit of Christmas for sure.
I love how you make us all fantasize again!🥰
Aww the present made me cry.
Phillip this made my emotion run rather thick with your gift to Stephanie. I miss my Daddy everyday. Blessings to you all.
Every time I finish one of your videos I find myself having the biggest smile on my face. Thank you so much for all the joy!
I love Christmas just as much as you do Stephanie. I teared up watching you at the nativity scene. I always will remember my Christmasses at my grandparents each year, with old holiday traditions. For me... Bing Crosby 'White Christmas' always needs to be playing in the background. ❤🎅
I love the Christmas diaries so much ❤️
Christmas.... the very humble birth of the King of Kings... makes me teary too Stephanie.
I loved this episode so much! It is so beautiful and watching you set it all up really filled my heart to the brim! When we moved to Bulgaria, I had to leave behind my Christmas village (Department 56) and I miss it so much. But it is waiting for me in storage, and when we retire, I will cherish it all the more! I relived many Christmas memories of setting up my village from so long ago! Thanks.
I hear you, I had a four year hiatus, and when I starting building again, everything seemed new to me!
Dan did a great job with your opening. You and Philip I look forward to the rest of the Advent colander vlogs. Sorry no Cat this year. Maybe Audrick can be used with his beautiful smiling eyes?
What an amazingly thoughtful gift from Philip, and what a beautiful nativity scene. I love it!
Just me adding to the clamor of admiration of the advent calendar's intro (nice job Dan!), the tree in the background (GORGEOUS), the historical information on the french nativity scene (I am a sculptor so I LOVED EVERY PART) , and when Philip surprised you with the painter that represented your father, I had tears streaming down my face! This Christmas vlog was Peeerrrfect! ❤❤
I’ve been down with a terrible flu since Saturday, today it’s made it’s transformation into laryngitis. Resting for so many days is very hard, but all so sweet when there is a new episode from La Lande. Thank you for cheering me up! Im sure it will convince all illness to let me be soon!
Oh the joy! What a beautiful, thoughtful, perfect present for Steph. Philip, you are a treasure. Love to you all. ❤️
Nativities were always my favorite too! You began advent prep in August? Wow! Thank you so much! 💜💜💜
Absolutely wonderful, I have been waiting impatiently. Daddy painting at the front, had me in tears with emotion. Xxx
Oh this us so exciting!!! This is my fave every year!!! Thank you Stephanie and all La Landers for making everything so joyful!!🥰
Warning, DON’T put the nightlights straight on top of the wooden sideboard/chest it will leave a mark on the wooden surface when they get all melted and hot, I ruined a fabulous table like that. It looks great though! X
That was great to see. I liked how you didn't put baby Jesus down, a lot of people put him in the manger when they set it up ! I went to a convent boarding school & the nuns never put him out till Christmas day, it annoys me when people do. I loved everything, I had a tear in my eye when you opened the present from Phillip & you said " it's daddy" , that was really special , love from Scotland 🤗🤗
What a beautiful intro! Thanks for your visual Christmas gifts☺️
That was quite emotional. I love the creche & the beautiful christmas tree.
Philip's gift ~ so sweet & thoughtful💗. Now I need a nativity village too!
This brings me a lot of joy every year! THank you for all the joy !
Oh wow. Those stunning Nativity scenes are very much like the roadside ones along the Amalfi Coast.
Years ago when my son was little my Mom started a crèche set for him made by Fontaine. Every year she added new pieces until my son was ten. She did this for each grandchild. As God is still working on my son I have his set. Very special and non breakable 🎄❤️
What an outstanding tree! I'm jealous! Can't wait to see it all done!!!!
Loved the sweet surprise at the end.
The painter! So kind and thoughtful - everyone needs someone like Phillip!
What a wonderful craft and the family is so dedicated to continuing that tradition. Merci mille fois!
I am not ashamed to say… I was quite moved by Philip’s gift 💝 bringing daddy into the nativity scene. Now my eyes are wet and my heart is glowing 🧡
Happy Advent, dear LaLanders ☺️
The way your grandmother did her nativity scene is the way my family has always done it to this day! In the unused fireplace, with the old newspaper to create the mountains 😂
Oh love the intro 🎄❄️ so glad you used that magical music Stephanie. Fab drone shots. Love your Nativity.. made me teary 🥰
Yay! Advent videos have begun! Christmas is coming! Loved the miniatures. I want to do the same thing! Soooooo delightful! Thank you!
Beautiful Christmas display thank you for sharing
Oh my word I love the intro!!!!! Your videos always make me so very happy!! Praying for everyone to stay safe during the holidays and blessings to all of you!! Hugs from Arkansas ❤️
I love this video, thank you so much, made me cry.
The openings is beautifully done, and I loved the glimpse of the tree! (and the nativity too). Thank you for all the work you do!
Getting into the Holiday Spirit now !
That was just so emotional….thank you!
Absolutely brilliant! So looking forward to the next vlogs! Thank you Stephanie & Co xx
Amazing first advent video, thank you so much Steph and friends for all the joy!
Ahhhhh .. deep sigh just beautiful. Thank you for sharing
This is wonderful showing the long traditions of culture and why it means so much to the history of the land and its people.
Just magical!! Thank you. Love your christmas village especially the painter. How sweet Philip. 🥰
That was wonderful! Philip’s gift to Stephanie made me cry! What a beautiful start to Christmas! 🤗
Beautiful vlog! I love learning about the Nativities and that they are still made today by hand!