…we did our best to not be completely and utterly awkward beyond belief. Did we succeed? You be the judge. Just like in past blogiversary weeks, we invited you guys to ask us some personal (i.e. non-decorating) questions over on our Facebook page last week. And after over two hundred questions came rolling in, Sherry and I sat down and answered as many as we could while Clara napped one afternoon – and then culled it down into this 20 minute video. Among all of our shocking and jaw-dropping revelations (note the sarcasm) you’ll learn:
- If there’s a bun in Sherry’s oven
- What kind of money we’re earning for our book
- How working together has affected our marriage
- How many readers have knocked on our door asking for a tour
- If we fear stalkers
- If Clara will be home-schooled
- How many bras Sherry owns
- When we’re moving again
- If we’ll ever get started on the playroom
- If Sherry’s dad is invisible
- What we’d change about our old house’s style
- Why we try not to pick our noses in public
- What we hate most about our job
- What we each find romantic about each other
- How Sherry plans to bribe me into seeing the new Twilight movie
- Who we’d want to play us in a hypothetical YHL movie
- Sherry’s thoughts on Ramona from the Real Housewives of New York City
- What part of DIYing we like the least
- If Sherry feels competitive with Katie Bower
- How long it takes for a project to get posted about
- How Clara acts like a toddler
So now that your appetite is sufficiently whetted, here goes nothing…
A few notes:
- Sherry’s insanely embarrassed that she leans in towards the camera the whole time. We didn’t realize this was happening until we were done with the whole video and watched it back, so there you have it: my fidgety wife.
- You might notice the lighting/focus changes towards the end of the video. The camera actually fell asleep and shut off, so we had to tape the end part in a second take. Yup, we actually chatted long enough to bore the camera to sleep. High five.
- Clara (and Burger apparently) were napping, hence their non-appearances, but we decided to do a little bonus Q&A video featuring the real stars of this show – Clara and Burger. Since this is the first blogiversary where Clara can actually string words together into something semi coherent, we thought it’d be fun to let her take a turn in the hot seat. And by hot seat, we mean handling questions like “what’s your favorite number?” – oh yeah, we’re grilling her.
So there you have it folks have it – nearly 25 minutes of us blathering on about all things personal and not much home stuff (which feels weird and fun at the same time). Did you learn anything that surprised you? Or hear something that sparked another question in your brain? We can’t promise we can get to every answer in the comments of this post, but feel free to ask away as potential fodder for next year’s video…
Psst- Speaking of other years, here are the Q&A posts for 2011, 2010 and 2009 (and 2009: part 2).
Lesley says
OMG! Re UP HOL STERRR! sooo funny.
Nicole says
Oh I’m dying for a post about what you would do differently with the old house. Like pictures of each room with what changes would be made where!!
Nicole
YoungHouseLove says
That would be so much fun!
xo
s
julia says
loved the video! you guys are too cute. thanks for sharing!
xo julesinflats.com
Katie says
Happy anniversary, YHL!
I love the video and look forward to the blogiversary posts every year… actually, I look forward to every one of your posts but, as a new blogger, I find these ones especially insightful.
Thanks guys for the constant inspiration! Looking forward to what comes next :)
All the best,
Katie
vel says
I think you guys did pretty well answering all those questions! i found the question about the movie really funny, and I would, play myself too, if Liam HEMSWORTH played my hubby! LOL!
Clara is adorable and super naturally cute! Sorry to say , but she really stole the spotlight from you both! :-)
Jennifer Eastman says
This video was so fun to watch. And I don’t think I would have even noticed the leaning into the camera if I hadn’t read the disclaimer! You looked perfectly normal to me! I’ve been reading your blog for a while and find myself coming back here either anxiously awaiting your next post or to dig around in the older posts. Cheers to many more blogiversaries ahead!
amybeth says
I only have one bra too! high five!
Jordan says
After watching that video, I have a question…..Are John and Jeremy B. boy bff’s, too? thanks!
YoungHouseLove says
Yep, although since boys aren’t as good at talking on the phone our friendship is pretty much sustained by those visits we have every few months. Though we’ve recently upgraded our relationship to texting. He’s a good guy that Jeremy Bower.
-John
Katie says
Sherry, I find it fascinating that you have only one bra. (I don’t want my husband to know that it is even possible to own only one!) I have to ask – what is the brand of the bra, it must hold up really well! And, how long have you been wearing this particular bra?
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, it’s just from Victoria’s Secret. When it gets worn out I get a new one- maybe once every year or two?
xo
s
Debbie says
You guys are too cute (even Berger!) I read your blog every day and strangely, feel like I really know you. Loved learning the answers to these pressing questions.
April says
You guys are NOT too awkward for your own show! Since I first started visiting YHL I have just adored you, but “seeing” you talk is even more fun than reading! Totally disappointed that I can’t expect a show, but thrilled for you to be celebrating 5 years of blogging. Congrats!
Margie says
Absolutely adorable! I’m a new reader but I think I’m quickly getting all caught up. I HAVE to know… how the heck are you getting by with just ONE bra?!
Anyhoo, I’m totally hooked on your site and I’ll be watching (I mean that in the least creepy way possible) ;)
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, I wash it at night. It just works.
xo
s
Kate says
Don’t feel wierd, I usually really only ever wear two bras (a tan one and a black one) at a time and just rotate them, though now that I’m pregnant (and need new/bigger bras) I’ve only had one (tan) at a time. I end up bra-less on laundry nights but it manages to dry before the next morning, lol.
Tammy says
I love seeing you guys interact with one another! Thanks for doing your video updates, they’re always cute.
Rebecca @ Enjoy Life says
I smiled through the whole thing and laughed out loud when you talked about what you may or may not have been buying at target :) Thanks for being so real!
Elizabeth Tavarez says
wait! You have a basement…. and its messy!? lol this took me by surprise & i thought it was hilarious!
YoungHouseLove says
I’ll let the photos in this post speak for themselves: https://www.younghouselove.com/2012/05/my-shame/
-John
Elizabeth Tavarez says
oh my!! I totally missed that post! But i’m glad you have a place to put all that stuff because I was wondering what do they do with all their stuff?? Nice to know you guys are human! lol
Love the video! Love you guys!!
Molly says
Congrats on your blogiversary! Great video. Clara is amazing. We moved into our new (to us) house this spring. Slowly starting projects but would love ideas for inspiration! What are you favorite home magazines?
YoungHouseLove says
Ooh, I love House Beautiful and DIY magazine and BHG and Real Simple and Fresh Home and Coastal Living and Southern Living. So much eye candy!
xo
s
Laura says
You two are awesome! It’s so much fun to watch real “reality” videos that aren’t scripted and rehearsed. Especially since you two compliment each other so well. And that video of Clara and Burger was adorable. I loved the end with Burger jumping in front of the camera and Clara’s facial reaction in the background. Thanks for sharing!
Melody says
Thanks for sharing! I almost feel like there is as much hype about any possible baby bumps with you as with Kate Middleton!
YoungHouseLove says
Well let’s hope that the ONLY Kate Middleton-esque scandal we have around here. No vacationing in France for us anytime soon!
-John
Emily says
I kind of forget how good looking of a couple you guys are just seeing pics. You could really star in movies yourselves. Love all the answers! I am glad you’re thinking about how Clara will look back on your posts as she gets older, I never thought about that reading the blog. Thanks!
Brenda says
I totally plugged in some headphones at work (that are too short to actually wear) and held them so I could watch. I just couldn’t wait! I love seeing you joke and laugh with each other. You always use a fair bit of humor in your posts, but seeing in on video is so different than in writing.
I think Clara will love getting to look back and see not only what she was like as a toddler, but what you two were like as people (other than just parents, you know?).
Did Red Robin start in the south or something. I grew up near Madison, WI, and there’s been a Red Robin there for years. I have to say, though, that I think the sincerity was so sweet and sometimes things that don’t turn out quite right are the best stories to tell later.
I almost feel bad about leaving such a long comment, but with 25+ minutes of video on which to comment, I’ll call it an even exchange. Happy Blogiversary!
YoungHouseLove says
Haha! Good question about Red Robin! We just didn’t have it up where I grew up, so I had no idea what it was!
xo,
s
amy @ drivethirtythree says
had to rewatch thanks to all the comments about watching the video with the captions on. crying at my computer right now. watched Clara’s video with it on as well…they really need to fine tune that feature!!
YoungHouseLove says
Hahaha!
xo,
s
Brenda says
I started to re-watch with the captions, but I’m still at work and was afraid I wouldn’t be able to hold in my laughter. At least I know I’ll have fun once I get home!
Rosemary M. says
Time for one more q?
Would you say you are still taking a big pay cut by taking on the blog full-time or have you caught up and then some to your old salaries?
YoungHouseLove says
I think we’d make way more if we were still both in advertising. Haha. But we wouldn’t have things any other way :)
xo,
s
Kitty says
I always love your Q&A’s, you guys are so fun to watch!
Thank you for the last Five years, I think I started reading around the first blogoversary so I’ve been with you for 4 of them!
In that time I’ve owned a home and am now renting, moved across England, your blog has been one of the big constants. I’ve picked up so many tips and tricks from you, laughed with you, love reading about Clara and Burger. (My husband always knows when there’s a new Clara video because I’m all “You’ve got to come and watch this!”) You guys feel like family across the Pond, and you always respond to comments with such warmth and genuine friendship.
Thank you :)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw you’re so sweet Kitty.
xo,
s
tanyab says
Burger and Clara are the ultimate duo. And you two are so cute together.
But I gotta say, this time I couldn’t take my eyes off the shiny penny tile behind you. Still love it so much. I don’t know how you manage to get any work done with that in the house. I think I would just sit and stare at it all day with a huge grin on my face….
Happy Blogiversary from another long time reader!
YoungHouseLove says
Haha! I was staring at the tile whileJohn was editing it too.
xo,
s
Lesley says
You all are so cute! I live thousands of miles away in Colorado but if our paths ever cross I promise to say hi and not stalk. Or reverse stalk. Or whatever that’d be when I saw you but told you after the fact!
Keep it up, guys. I look forward to your next five!
YoungHouseLove says
Haha! Reverse stalk.
xo,
s
Annie R. says
I am always blown away by how many things and how clear Clara is! My sweet baby boy just turned two this past Sunday and hardly says anything! I’m not concerned- it’s just interesting! Thanks for the video– I LOVE how real you guys are! I read a bunch of different blogs each day, but I always save yours for last because I know I’m never disappointed :) I can’t wait to see some of the secret book projects either :)
Shauna says
I wish you WERE coming to France…I’d show you around! Hard for me to say this clearly, but I just want you to know how much your words and attitude and style make me happy and cheerful. What a beautiful family–thanks for sharing!
Britney says
“Reupholster!” She is a doll. My girls love watching Clara videos.
Ohio12 says
wait…one KIND of bra…or one BRA?
YoungHouseLove says
Haha! One. Bra.
It’s black and convertible (can be strapless, can be racerback). It works with everything I own!
xo
s
Katie says
I watched this with my (almost) 4 month old on my lap and every time Sherry started talking she would get a huge grin on her face and start cooing and “talking” :) Gotta get those YHL fans when they’re young!! Great video…and I love the Clara and Burger bonus video, so cute!
Nikki says
You guys don’t disappoint! You make me laugh daily. My favorite line today:
Sherry said, “oh my gosh, was I buying tampons?”
“Probably.” john silently mouthed the words.
Was that a scripted response?
Hilarious. Nikki
YoungHouseLove says
Nothing is ever scripted on these! We just push record and let it roll. Haha!
xo
s
Claudia says
You both are adorable, Clara is adorable and Burger is adorable. Thank you for answering the questions and for being you.
Ohio12 says
don’t you even need a black one? or strapless?
YoungHouseLove says
It’s black with convertible/removable straps. Seems to work for every item of clothing I own.
xo,
s
Carissa says
LIARS! A robber coming through your house would make out with a pillow AND a white ceramic animal!!! :-)
iva says
HAHAHa! True! :D
Lindsey Engelland says
You guys ab-so-lutely rock my socks (in a nice way not a freaky wacky way). I have been reading your blog from almost day ONE! You and YHL have been the reason why I am starting my blog on my journey as a new home owner and DIY-extraordinaire. I can’t get enough of Clara and her “how does she know???” dance, and I too have a chihuahua, though Burger could eat mine as a mid-afternoon snack!
Angel says
Hey Guys!
Loved this. My husband to be thought I was insane watching it and giggling along. I love how you guys are just yourselves… even if it does mean talking about tampons.
Quick question, can you list your favorite decorating/home style books. I’ve preordered your one but would love to read some other ones too!!!
Thanks,
Angel
YoungHouseLove says
Ooh, we have a post about that if you search “lucky seven” on our sidebar search. Hope it helps!
xo,
s
Jen@The Decor Scene says
Reupholster…love it. She said that so clearly. I really loved both of the videos. So fun to watch. Thanks for sharing. :)
Jen@The Decor Scene says
By the way, where did the “Home” button go, so that we can go back to the main page of your blog? Am I missing it?
YoungHouseLove says
We tOok it away temporarily to make room for the book tab. But you can always find your way back to the main page by clicking our header.
-John
Jen@The Decor Scene says
ok great. Thank you. :)
Amber Gilstrap says
This is so so sooo cute! Love you guys! Watched it on my morning run on the treadmill :) Love everyone’s love for Adam Levine, too! haha
CC says
If you get a chance read RHONYS Carols book,’ What lies beneath’. I read it a few years ago. It is one of my favorite books. When I heard she was going to be on the show I was really afraid for her, those ladies are a bit crazy. She seems to be holding her own though. I will be getting your book when it comes out!
YoungHouseLove says
Ooh that sounds good!
xo,
s
Christine says
your first house bedroom is on the nest today in “6 secrets to a sexy bedroom”!
ps love this video
YoungHouseLove says
Cool! Thanks for the heads up!
-John
Lindsay says
Just one followup question….so laundry day, ummm what’s going on when you only have one bra? Nevermind, I know, too personal :)
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, doing laundry at night means it’s done by the time I need it again.
xo,
s
Beth says
Happy blogiversary, YHL! I’ve run into you guys a few times here in RVA and you’ve never been nose-picking! What I find funnier is shopping in Home Goods/Michael’s/Ben Franklin and having people come up to me and say “Do you read Young House Love? This is what they did with that item” – it’s really cute! Richmond loves you.
Valerie says
LOVED the videos! Ya’ll made me laugh and smile for 25 minutes! That’s better than 95% of TV shows. ;) Plus, there were no commercials!
SW says
So darn cute. The video of the two of you is very sweet. Funny, charming, warm. And Clara and Burger – beyond words. So darn adorable. You guys are so remarkably normal and fun. Very fun post.
marissa says
after reading about the time you spent editing this video, I had to comment and tell you how nice and fun it turned out! I really enjoyed watching and loved the clean white font on the bright green – it looked so fresh! You two are very funny – thanks for sharing!
Among says
I keep my laptop near my bed so that I could read your blog first thing in the morning! hahaha talking about stalkers–I think you got one there! And when I do have a baby, your blog would be my ‘go to’ for diapers, crib, entertainment videos for the kidoo a.k.a Clara’s dances and chit chatting etc. Happy Blogiversary!! Thank for sharing your beautiful life with us! :)
Kimmi says
You guys are so adorable! I loved the video of you guys! Clara and Burger are too cute! Thanks for sharing! Your blog is great!
Jamie says
I’ve been reading/inspired for a while now and just wanted to say you guys are adorable! You keep it real and fun…a virtual toast to another 5 years (and more should that be your calling…)
Cheers…Jamie from Chicago
Carrie says
When you got to the shot of Burger and Clara sitting by each other I “AWWWWW!”ed (yeah,that’s a word) outloud. What was she saying to him when he was in the chair? Leave me alone or something? :)
Do they love each other?
Also Sherry, I seriously do not know how you can function with 1 bra. I have 3 (well, that fit) 1 for home projects (the sweaty bra) and 2 for work and I would really like to have a few more. Granted I would like to have enough clothes to last for 3 weeks so I could do laundry less. :)
YoungHouseLove says
Clara was saying “we don’t bother him and we don’t pull the tail and we don’t pull the ears” – those are her Burger rules. Haha!
xo,
s
Leah says
John – I am also bothered by the “Holla!” in the intro to RHONY. Every time I hear it…once a week…I’m embarassed for Heather.