I saw the posting and may have even commented myself.
Sadly, I didn't take a screenshot. The initial post was an orange avatar nicely asking for a status update on Natti and Gerry's apartments.
At the time I saw the post there were about 18 comments, all very respectful, but most commenting that there hasn't been much progress around the shiteau, asking where Ian is etc. There was the standard response that Stephanie is waiting for planning approval before proceeding on Natti's flat, and someone asked if Stephanie had submitted the plans yet for approval.
I don't know what happened after that, but when I returned online a few hours later, the entire post had been deleted. The thread must have blown up big time. It seems Fanny is more than a teeny bit sensitive about be questioned because the statement below has now been posted on Facebook by the site administrator & comments have been turned off.
Dear Tattlers, we can all sleep better knowing that Stephanie and crew are doing their best....
. Brings to mind the old phrase, 'if that's your best, your best isn't good enough'!
Hello everyone,
A brief update with the ongoing works @ Chateau de Lalande, as there appears to be some confusion.
- The Marquis suite is more or less completed, Amaury has done a fantastic job, further content on this project will be released when Chateau DIY has aired in the Autumn approx. Please note, that Ian the plasterer was also part of this restoration.
- Grand Salon, this is a huge intricate project, that will take many months to conclude. Amaury is a very skilled artisan & we can be guaranteed the end result will be worth the wait.
- Nati's & Gerry Grady apartments, due to the decision to add windows & doors, it was necessary to seek planning permission, that procedure is on-going. As soon as confirmation is received, it will return to an active project. For now it is dormant until a planners decision is received.
- Ian the builder had to receive medical treatment for an injury. Due to the delay in the projects mentioned in point 3 & his recovery time, I am sure he has moved on to other jobs. It is impossible to estimate how long these applications will take as they may ask for further information or adjustments.
- Dan continues to work on the Pergola, he has cemented the cross beams & is waiting for them to settle before removing the braces & carrying on to the next step.
- The down stairs loo is complete.
- Dan replaced the work tops in the utility area.
- The pantries have been updated.
- Stephanie is waiting for the final report on the lake area so that an application can be submitted for its restoration.
- Kirsty is heading the garden team as they continue to plant & upkeep the new garden, communal areas, walled garden & court yard.
- Ruby is alive & well, we have seen a number of photos here which shows he is loving life.
- Kirsty has sheared the sheep.
All the above information has been released in the vlogs.
I believe from time to time some of us here forget, that, firstly The Chateau Diaries, follow real people, with hearts & feelings...we aren't following a netflix show. These people are members of our group, they can see the comments that some of you are making. We are a friendly group, we follow these people because we like them & enjoy what they are doing.
It is their choice what they want to share with us through their vlogs, we are in no position to expect or demand anything.
We are all different, I understand that we may approach things from a different angle, but this isn't our call. If you were doing a project in your home & half the neighbourhood disagreed with your choices & progress & started writing their views in the local newspaper..how would you feel? I know I would be gutted.
Do you not think Amaury is doing his best..or Dan etc.
Also it is very difficult to project manage a number of different jobs in tandem, therefore, a decision was made to concentrate & finish the current projects without moving on to something else.
They are doing their best, the work force is under enough pressure to make progress to include in the vlogs without us saying they aren't going fast enough, they aren't propelled on red diesel or indeed rocket fuel as some of you think.
We have had to turn off commenting on a post today, due to the negative & rude comments being made. We will be removing the post shortly, which is a shame, because the original author done no wrong.
I will ask each & every member, before you post a comment, ask yourself would you be upset if the post was about you....
We cannot speculate on the personal lives of vloggers in this group, it is not our business.
Please note, whilst we appreciate every single member we have here,
comments which upset others will not be tolerated, nor will name calling.
I hope that clarifies admin's position, if you are not happy with what we are saying, perhaps this isn't the group for you. There is no point being in a group you no longer enjoy. Life is too short, scroll past & follow a group that does give you enjoyment.