Back in Italy (alone this time)

Published 2024-06-02
I wasn't planning to come back to Italy so soon, but a possibility arose and so I'm back (alone this time) to complete some work that was left unfinished last summer. However, a few unpleasant surprises were waiting.

All Comments (21)
  • Good to see you here. As an architect specializing in heritage conservation, I consider these recurring natural incidents to be normal. Traditional homes and estates need a lot of maintenance and love, and this is the main reason why too many people abandon them and why they quickly disappear if no one takes care of them. This house and its beautiful landscape are your family heritage, you have decided to get involved in their preservation and restoration. It is a very noble decision you made, and I am sure it will be good for your own soul and that of your family. I remember that your wife and son both enjoyed this past summer and I truly admire you for your outstanding involvement. I am sure that your many ancestors will protect you and I am not surprised that an apparent danger brought you there as the site needed you. You are working for the past and for the future, all my deep respect. And you do it with a lot of knowledge, talent, and sensitivity with your family team where everyone has their own way of participating and enjoying.
  • @georgejones4379
    From a fellow paisan transplanted at a young age to the USA I think it's honorable what you're doing for your family legacy. Stay focused and stay strong!
  • I love your channel & your beautiful family. I see many ppl viewed your videos but didn’t comment or hit the like button & we know this helps the algorithm here! 🙏🙏🙏Blessing’s
  • @chloeuntrau4588
    Beautiful place! well at least you'll have wood for the winter...
  • @Daytona2
    Oh bugger, you didn't need that - poor old tree (and poor old house) 😕(tree surgery is where we came in 💫) Love that fireplace 😊 I guess it's the end tile that can be seen, so a little decorative ? Thanks for sharing it's always lovely to see
  • Wow, The camera work was impressive. Lots of interesting angles and shots. Well done!
  • @gaelicd8328
    That opening shot is incredible. The reality is that you have your work cut out. Stay strong and focused, and you will reach your goal
  • I wonder if the decoration on the tile is the signature of one man, who then could identify his work as he went about his locality. I know that is how some archeologists identify specific clay pots.
  • @shar71on
    Sorry to see how much damage was caused during a storm, that tree is really dangerous and im glad you are removing it. Take care
  • Nasty shock when you arrived, but admire your ability to speedily get on with the tasks at hand. We have the trees tended in the grounds of my apartment block - I shall in future be able to critique their saw ability and techniques, but maybe shouldn't risk advising them. I like the patterned tiles. A house with so many hidden delights. Best wishes from London
  • @hanaah1111
    What a beautiful scene out the window. I love your stone house.
  • @TheZsuZsa123
    It is good to have a neighbor with a tractor. My guess on the tiles with the fluted decorative edge is they were meant to be the outside edge for decoration. Thank you for the sunset it was lovely.
  • @sgrvtl7183
    So Lovely of your neighbors to give some food~beautiful. tree......you definitely are aware of scenarios, still made me a little anxious! Always nice to see your videos~💛💚
  • @guiart4728
    Big props for tackling that tree work!!! I worked for a summer logging and I got hurt one way or another almost every day. I wasn’t being nearly as thoughtful about it as you are. As you said, even experienced professionals get nailed on a regular basis. Bottom line is it isn’t the things that you have figured out. Your wife is quite correct about big trees being unpredictable! You cannot be too safe!