Trust the Process | Cleaning 100 Year Old Traditional French Barn

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9 ай бұрын

Something a bit different to start in this video. Sometimes it's good to write down my thoughts and feelings. This is an expression of what happiness means to me, whilst I have been working on my creative outlet, pottery. Not everything works out and that's okay.
I continue with a bigger job than I had anticipated by pressure washing all the algae off the barn structure. Quite satisfying to do, I hope it's the same to for you as a viewer.
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Welcome to Living in the Loire, we are a family in rural France, renovating previously poorly converted barns.
We aim to do most of the work ourselves, being as frugal and as eco as possible. We are learning on the job and we hope to share the skills we pick up along the way.
When possible we will take you on a tour of the region (the garden of France) sharing with you the numerous chateaux, towns and markets.
As well as the house we will be transforming the garden, bringing part of it back to its previous use as a potager. This is our dream and one of the main reasons of leaving the city to move to the countryside in France.
Join us on our journey!

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@LivingintheLoire 9 ай бұрын

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@beverleybarnes5656 9 ай бұрын

Dear Brook and Rebecca, I hope you know that your videos bring a lot of joy to our lives. They do 😊

@Ambimom 9 ай бұрын

What I've learned about happiness is that you are only able to recognize it in your memories. Stop seeking it in the present; because it's certainly there. Watching your children so happy and carefree is evidence enough.

@debrabutler7452 9 ай бұрын

Whatever that may be, the process will teach us so much about ourselves. The process will open doors and windows to who we are, who we are becoming, and a map to where we want to be. The process is part of life, a gem. Part of that process is to be "alive" in your life, always.

@erikthewonderdog6522 9 ай бұрын

Those first couple of minutes - pure poetry! 👍👍👍👍 It’s all about the journey. Not the destination.

@chloeuntrau4588 9 ай бұрын

Yes...but the destination is may be to inspire the kids to create their future lives...and that is pure happiness...

@davidwilson1043 9 ай бұрын

Very stoic introduction, very well explained and I bet relevant to a lot of people. Took me a lot of years to appreciate the process and not be so focused on the result. You've got it a lot quicker than I did.

@LivingintheLoire 9 ай бұрын

It's still a work in progress. In a society that seems focused only on results it can be tricky to retrain yourself. Especially when sometimes the processes aren't that enjoyable!

@claudiah5643 9 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@slowly_radish8374 9 ай бұрын

For me the key word is satisfaction rather than happiness. Working/living/loving well often leads me to an experience of deep satisfaction with my todays and yesterdays, and sometimes that yields moments of real happiness and joy. The never-full cup slowly fades. Much love to you my friend...

@charlotteglascock1132 9 ай бұрын

I am an Artist and your Pottery is absolutely beautiful. As you are conserving money on the high cost of wood; many people have done away with non-essential items. Do not get discouraged; every great Artist has had to persevere. God is good and he gave you a gift, continue to use it and move forward. 😉

@luisaleonardi666 9 ай бұрын

You went across such a big progress in every project,so enjoy the process,even though it is tough one. Your place has got such a great vitality,thanks to you both and your lovely kids❤❤❤

@yvonnebirch6026 9 ай бұрын

I loved that piece of music. Quite dramatic. That dark pottery is beautiful Brook. It was a short video but so satisfying to see how much you accomplished. Thank you ! 🙏💕🌷

@anneemernamerna5398 9 ай бұрын

Just your sharing your thoughts of life and why do we do the things we do, are profound to me! You and Rebecca are a fantastic couple who work so hard!

@davidmiller-br4bu 9 ай бұрын

Pressure washing almost as good as pointing ..your content brings so much joy to so many people we appreciate failure as much as success, and there’s so much that you two have done to make you proud, your kids eating food you’ve grown. 😊

@petebartlett2229 9 ай бұрын

Hope you are both well. Your vlogs stand out from others because they are each individually a piece of art… From the voiceover to the music to the camera angles…you have created a stunning diary of your life ,in a higher quality than a lot. Always a pleasure to watch and always Bloody amazing!!

@LivingintheLoire 9 ай бұрын

This is the dichotomy of my feelings. I can't create the same film over and over, it bores me to tears. But the platform punishes you for not becoming a copycat that's repetitive or manufactured.

@andreajones7023 9 ай бұрын

As a fellow Libran i completely get the constant questioning of balance in your head. It is too hot to overthink it right now though. Pottery, barn and video quality is 'chef's kiss'.

@Susan.I 9 ай бұрын

Wow, cleaning the old wood makes it look so nice!

@seamusfahey6165 9 ай бұрын

have enjoyed watching the barn process, but may I say that your pottery is stunning!

@aok2727 9 ай бұрын

That power washing looks satisfying and the wood is so fresh. That you actually seek balance is essential. I find satisfaction in projects and have learned to embrace the process and be less fixed on outcomes. It helps me breathe

@Feeoryne 9 ай бұрын

some wise words... I appreciate the reminder... its the journey not the end result. Thank you!

@marykendall 5 ай бұрын

Many of us who are not brave enough, or just don't want to be on KZfaq understand your life and progress. When we choose to keep our life simple it is still very difficult to find balance. Contentment is a skill few achieve. Hang on together. That is what is important.

@stanleygallman7800 9 ай бұрын

Power washing the beams of the Barn appears to be so satisfying and in my opinion such a worthwhile project which everyone may not agree with but that is ok. Thanks for sharing 🙏

@janwilletts1986 9 ай бұрын

Always a pleasure to watch!

@wendyernst2795 8 ай бұрын

I applaud your perspective. Perseverance matters- the black glaze pottery is beautiful and I was enthralled to watch the barn timbers be reborn. Many thanks!

@sue7190 9 ай бұрын

Loved the intro, your voice is very calming and you eloquently described your aims for your life. We live in the UK but in a quiet part of Berkshire and love the feeling of being at one with nature and exploring creativity so I totally get what you are trying to achieve. Loved your pottery, even if it didn't work out as you had hoped, it's very beautiful. On a lighter note I am in awe that you managed to pressure wash the barn ceiling without apparently getting drenched which is what happens to me if I am let loose with the pressure washer😅

@claudiademoss6040 9 ай бұрын

Tedious, tedious work but totally satisfying result that you can actually see (not hidden underground or in a wall). Introspection can be a blessing AND a curse. I get it! Loved the playful ending!

@Leed216 9 ай бұрын

Think this was one of my favourite videos. I love your dark pottery. Sometimes oops or disappointments in the creative process can become the most successful. That goes for making videos too. My daughter on her channel(Anna Dueck) is learning that. The one she thinks isn’t the greatest does the best.

@mariapelleya7410 9 ай бұрын

The journey, the process itself, is not easy, difficult to chart. The end point, hard to discern. Day by day. Meanwhile, the kids look happy and healthy so, day by day.

@lmbendall5967 9 ай бұрын

Blessings keep with it ❤

@iwobison2104 8 ай бұрын

The first few minutes of this video spoke to me directly. I feel so young and lost sometimes. It's comforting to see that people older and wiser than me are grappling with the same set of questions and discomforts I do. Life really is an ongoing journey, and it is my task to take and give what I can along that journey, not rush to some idealistic expectation of a destination. I feel like I've watched this at just the right moment, thank you.

@Wxcvbnmlk 9 ай бұрын

Votre grange avance je ne sais pas pourquoi nous éprouvons un tel plaisir voire de la satisfaction à regarder les autres faire un travail long fastidieux et gratifiant ???😉 plein de pensées positives à la petite famille

@claudiademoss6040 9 ай бұрын

Please excuse this wording. I am English and used Google Translate. Je sais exactement ce que vous voulez dire. Dans mon cas, c'est parce que je suis maintenant trop vieux pour faire ces choses. Je vis par procuration à travers eux !

@anetaguzik-davies8558 9 ай бұрын

Thankn you so much for shearing your thoughts- what a beautiful and honest introduction to your video but also to your state of mind. I can't explain: how much your thoughts help me today. I was feeling low - questioning HAPPINESS ! Now I am deeply thankful about what happiness is and what happiness means to me. Happiness happens every day- if someone ask, are you happy ? The answer can be : depends 🎉 😊

@janeblandford852 9 ай бұрын

As always, your videos are so life giving....thank you!! I can't get over all the work you have done on the barn...it is looking like brand new. So satisfying seeing the power washer clean the beams....great job!! Looking forward to the full reveal! Thank you!

@jenniferfaye529 9 ай бұрын

That barn looks like it's going to be such an amazing space!

@mimilynne 9 ай бұрын

I so enjoy the transformative process: of how we take our little corner of the world and make it better.

@LibbyHelprin-uy7tg 8 ай бұрын

Brook, As this is a very busy time of year with harvesting the garden, school starting for at least #1 Son, dealing with illnesses that inevitably follow from new friends, working on your pottery for upcoming holidays, perhaps even closing the studio in the village, waiting for the new power washer and completing removal of algae in the barn, and yes, preparing yet another video or two, and then, yes, surely there must be more things on your to-do list, even a long overdue break from it all, know that your admirers are waiting patiently for your next video. Was that a “run on sentence?” Yes. I’m sending you, Rebecca and the boys my love, knowing how difficult life is for you all sometimes. My hope is that you and yours are healthy and happy. 🤞 🙂

@angeladresler1855 9 ай бұрын

I agree with all your wise words, I too find it hard to get the balance right, being creative gives me my balance to and sometimes it is not perfect what I achieve but they say there is beauty in everything, I have been watching from the start and your content has just got better and better. You both are amazing.

@Sally-wm5jh 9 ай бұрын

What a difference in the look already of the barn. Can't wait to see it all done.

@sgrvtl7183 9 ай бұрын

Wonderful garden! Pumpkin is beautiful! (minute 6)👌🧡

@artandmore575 9 ай бұрын

That's old barn is quite in fettle, excellent job 👌.

@chloeuntrau4588 9 ай бұрын

Love your pots! that greenish glaze in the small bowl...miam!

@patriziadelorenzis378 9 ай бұрын

What you do and what I see ,makes me feel good.

@marthaollis5049 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful video! Very philosophical! Your pottery had the appearance of cast iron pots. Very interesting.

@abdelkaderguellati5164 9 ай бұрын

Always happy to get your updates. Enjoy the last bits of summer 🌞

@justoneacre7873 9 ай бұрын

Wow, the beams look fabulous once you clean them!

@linajackson4545 9 ай бұрын

That roof looks amazing, well done. A good job to do in the heat of summer too…

@fantasmasnolaboratorio 9 ай бұрын

I really love your humor... hanks for a nice smooth video. if you don't write Brooke you should, the way you narrate it's beautil. have a great week guys

@wendyscott7432 9 ай бұрын

It's nice to see you getting into your groove. Can't wait till next week!

@boyscott7193 9 ай бұрын

I love the shapes and colours on those pots

@mohumphries7149 9 ай бұрын

What a great job young man ,it's alovely area the walls are beautiful take care god bless😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@marilynleslie472 9 ай бұрын

I love the way your pottery came out. I enjoy your videos with your thoughtful commentary.

@chrisbrooke33 8 ай бұрын

Having watched your channel for a number of months, I’m excited to say we are now moving to France! Your time, effort and dedication have encouraged us to follow our dream. Thank you for your content, it’s addictive and truly inspiring. The Loire Valley awaits…😁

@LivingintheLoire 8 ай бұрын

Good luck with the move Chris! Have you found a house?

@chrisbrooke33 8 ай бұрын

we have a “short list” of around 50😳. We have taken an Airbnb for 2 months with a view to property saturation! We may indulge in a little cheese, wine, industrial quantities of croissants and a baguette or 3 before we start…😁 🧀 🍷 🥖 🥐 Keep up the great work! All the best.

@graskeygirls3850 9 ай бұрын

I loved your bowls!! The barn looks AMAZING

@jardinaudiere 9 ай бұрын

Great video again! Very enjoyable to watch. Greetings from the Indre 🙂

@Linda-zi1ds 8 ай бұрын

WOW! The barn rafters are looking great!!

@julieprince5538 9 ай бұрын

Thank you ❤

@dr.gretachen1988 9 ай бұрын

Excellent video and message. Thank you.

@glenyscallaghan1195 9 ай бұрын

Very profound , I need spiritual fulfilment .

@MeganSalkeld-cn3tf 8 ай бұрын

Love your pottery. Great video again ❤

@diannechapman5856 8 ай бұрын

The wood frame of the barn is so beautiful once cleaned!

@LivingintheLoire 8 ай бұрын

Yes it does, thanks Diane for all your comments.

@robreluctantblogger 7 ай бұрын

Another brilliantly conceived and thought through vlog. Thank you.

@debtaylor8664 8 ай бұрын

Such a delightful film. Please keep it up. Im currently in my cabin sailing Greece dreaming of renovating a barn! Loved the ceramics. Why not ceramics classes and culture trips in the Loire? Sign me up.

@gailhunt7538 9 ай бұрын

Another lovely watch , always look forward to your videos

@brittjansen9737 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful pottery!

@danschmitz4699 9 ай бұрын

Love the progress, thanks

@mavisgillard653 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@lisanlatour 5 ай бұрын

this is a beautiful video.. maybe the longevity (longtail) of your documentaries helps others and that spurs more growth and inspired building - and it's not instant. please keep posting your videos - I just recently discovered you all.

@naomigoldbergwebman8691 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely lovely!!

@josepecanocano1587 9 ай бұрын

Buen trabajo, saludos desde España

@locksnkeys 8 ай бұрын

Nice bowls love the glaze

@carold.m.3001 9 ай бұрын

Uauuuuu, this wood cleaned resulted incredible!!!

@geethakarunakar2487 8 ай бұрын

You guys are just awesome ❤

@YoureNowOnTV 7 ай бұрын

Nice one 😊👍

@asgeirandersen 3 ай бұрын

magnifique la grange

@paulhargreaves1497 9 ай бұрын

Insert your lead From Behind!

@wirsindgeistigewesen2420 9 ай бұрын

grandios!

@antonybrilland7058 9 ай бұрын

Hope you are all well. By the way I could use Brook's pointing talent as I'm only 20 minutes from you. I'll offer the drinks. 😉

@LivingintheLoire 9 ай бұрын

🤣 drinks and an ice bath in this weather!

@antonybrilland7058 9 ай бұрын

@@LivingintheLoire We have a deal, I'll order the ice. Tell me when.

@ianrowe9337 9 ай бұрын

Hi Brook, have you ever tried making Bonsia Dishes, the fetch a fair price !

@jasperbrouwer 9 ай бұрын

Clean beams, would it be wise to treat and feed it with some linseedoil? I am not an expert.

@smac4565 9 ай бұрын

We are all our worst critics. If it doesn’t sell then I would reexamine my process otherwise I would tell myself I am perfectionist and people aren’t looking to buy perfection as it costs too much. Perfection takes too much time. Most of us out here can’t do what you did with your pottery and are your customers. If we say it is good you just have to believe it. I once looked for invitations to my pity party and couldn’t find them and my doctor told me “that’s because it is a party of one”. Life sucks for everyone at times but it passes. Preacher once asked favorite line in the Bible and he said “and it came to pass”, it didn’t come to stay.

@KathysFlog 9 ай бұрын

👏👏

@user-sn1ls7zt8s 7 ай бұрын

where have you guys gone? i can no longer see your videos? why have you stopped posting?

@bosse641 7 ай бұрын

Next week ? What happened ? The beams looks so much nicer after the cleaning.

@LivingintheLoire 7 ай бұрын

Life :)

@cgp1442 4 ай бұрын

YAY....LIbrians ❤ Im Libra times 6 😊

@Susan.I 9 ай бұрын

How quickly will the algae take to grow back? Is there anything you can put on wood to prevent algae?

@LivingintheLoire 9 ай бұрын

I'm going to say they've never been cleaned, so it's maybe up to 50 years. The other end beam was replaced 5 - 10 years ago and there's no algae on it but the wood may have been pressure treated.