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November 24, 2008
Thank You
Shannon and I are incredibly grateful and humbled by the kind notes we've been receiving from viewers of the HGTV show "Dream House". Thanks to all of you for taking the time to email. Hope you don't mind I decided to anonymously pull some of them together to share with everyone.
I just wanted to let you two know what an inspiration you both are. We have watched you on Dream House and admire the way you both interact with each other even in the face of an amounting stress. You both kept your dream alive, not only with the build of your dream, but in your dream of each other. You are both truly inspirational, hard working and exceptional people. May God bless you both and you have a world of success.
Hey you guys! Just finished watching the last episode of Dream House! Sure wish we lived closer, we are in Washington State. We would love to come and visit sometime. We really enjoyed watching your dreams come true. The heartfelt toast at the end was almost too much. My husband and I just got married last month (a second for both of us) but would have waited, if we could have had it at your place! You both are incredible people, parents and ...wait for it...grape growers! Wish we could taste your wine. Maybe someday.
Best Wishes for a long and happy life!
You are correct in that we can attain the American dream. Ours started 8 yrs ago when we were in the chips and employed. 30 acres in nw Montana and an 11,000 sq ft home later, we are nearly finished. After 5 major orthopedic surguries, we r ready to be done. Tile,floors, elec, cabs,framing,trim, paint,etc. Guest house is avail 2 U gratis..
Shannon and Stephen, I watched the Dream House series and was totally inspired by your determination and efforts. Owning a small vineyard has been my dream for many years but in Southern California, even a token when an acre of bare land is well over a million. But as I mentioned, you both inspired not just myself but probably countless people to go after that dream. Congratulations on your home and business.
No help needed. Just wanted to thank you for allowing me the opportunity to watch you and your dream grow before my eyes. I can\'t tell you how I couldn\'t wait for Saturday morning to watch what was going to happen next. Stephen, you already know this, but I just want to remind you about how lucky you are. A wife, and 2 beautiful little boys, and now this.... the winery, a dream come true. Good luck with you and your friends and family.
We just finished watching Dream House and I must say your story is great! Your home and winery are beautiful, way to go! Very inspirational!
Just finished watching your "adventure" on HGTV. For an "old guy" like me (only in numerical years), it's refreshing and exciting to see a young family follow their dreams.
There is no doubt in our minds, that you will be successful in your endevours and combine success with an enjoyment of what you really want to do. We will be ordering wine shortly and wish you nothing but best wishes!
Just finished the last episode. I'm in tears! Wonderful job guys!! I'm so happy for you that you are 'living the dream'!
Just another Dream House viewer, who happens to have lived in beautiful Loudoun County for about 20 years [b4 moving to Palm Coast FL couple yrs ago]... to offer a quick CONGRATS on #1 your really lovely relationship & #2 realizing your Notaviva dream.
All the best to you, your family & business!
I HAVE WATCHED YOU ON DREAM HOME AND HOPE TO SOMEDAY VISIT YOUR WINERY. YOUR WINERY LOOKS AMAZING AND AS I WATCHED THE SHOW I COULD SEE IT WAS "BUILT WITH LOVE AND HOPE".
Had to drop a note to tell you how much I have enjoyed watching your family on "Dream House" all these Saturday mornings. I will truly miss you. You are most definitely an inspiration in this crazy world. Not only for your hard work and dedication to your Dream but also as a loving couple and Family. Although I am not close (Arizona) I hope to some day visit your vineyard and see your accomplishments in the flesh. Good Luck to you two,
I know you will have great success!!
We watched the final episode of HGTV this morning - saw them all! Anyway, it was just awesome how it all was done and so moving - I just plain cried. What a GREAT story and the way it "ended" with the closing of the front door and the "new beginning." Again, congratulations to all!!!
I\'ve watched with true amazement your story on TV in \"Dream Homes\" and have to admire you two (4). You guys are an inspiration of the American spirit. My wife and I will visit you this spring and purchase some of your wines for our collection. We\'re big wine lovers and my older brother is the founder of Etude wines and owner of Soter Vineyards up in Oregon. I\'ll have him and his family out here this summer and will also bring them out to sample some VA wines. Best wishes to you all. You\'re a special family; we\'ll see you in the spring.
Can I purchase a DVD set of the building of your Dream Home? You and Shannon are amazing. You two are so inspirational. I want my kids to see this show. I too, have always believed whatever a person puts their mind to~they can achieve. You have just showed us a fine example of this. We\'ve watched your show from the beginning. The last episode I cried right along with you and was so glad that you both achieved your goal. Bless you both and your boys. May you always have great success in family and in your business.
Hi, We have watched with admiration your journey to Notaviva, the country side is beautiful and the house well it is absolutely amazing. We hope some day to stop by for a visit. My husband Arnold and I love a good glass of vino and would like to try yours. After watching the building process every week I feel like I know you and if you were my children I would tell you how proud I am of you for accomplishing your dream and doing it with style. Stay true to yourselves and you and Shannon will go far.
I just wanted to let you know how moved I was at seeing the episode of Dreamhouse today. It was the first one I have seen. You two are an inspiration!!! I have been to quite a few vineyards in Michigan, Oregon and California but none of them moved me like your beautiful home and setting. I have recently retired and will surely be visiting your amazing winery in the near future. Good luck with your venture and thanks for making my quiet Saturday morning one worth remembering!!! Oh, yes, and where can I find your wines in Michigan???
I just finished watching your last episode and I wanted to thank you for opening up your lives with people. I want to commend both of you on following you dreams. Since day one of watching this show, I said I would love to visit your place in the future. I hope to get there sometime soon. Once again thank you.
Hello Steve and Shannon, We have been watching the construction of your vineyard, your dream home, on HGTV. It has been great to see your accomplishments, and we feel like we have shared your family trials, and specials moments. I realize these episodes are past, and you are under way runnig your winery, and gaining successes as a \"business of the year\"! I share your growing pains, as partner of a small architectural firm with my father. My wife is the daughter of an apple grower, upstate NY. Wishing you much success! Now, as a wine-lover, I need to try one of your reds. Recommendation? I like most reds, especially Pinot Noirs.
I've been watching the construction of your house and vineyard on HGTV since the first episode. I've agonized with you and your family. My husband and I do renovation work, so I understand completely how much work you, especially, and your wife have done. My heartiest congratulations on the almost and hopefully by now completely home. I hope you vineyard is a wonderful success.
We have been watching you build your dream on HGTV and have been amazed at your tenacity, dedication and creativity. We want to support you as you continue to build. Do you ship your wines?
HI, MY NAME IS LYNDA. I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA AND I WATCH EACH SAT. ON HGTV. I CAN\'T GET ENOUGH OF WATCHING THE PROGRESS OF YOUR VINYARD. I AM ORIGINALLY FROM N.H. AND I HAVE BEEN TO VIRGINIA IN THE PAST. I HOPE THAT ONE DAY I WILL BE ABLE TO VISIT IN PERSON. YOU HAVE TWO BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN. AND WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PLACE TO GROW IN!I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND MANY YEARS OF SUCESS. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE THE TIME.
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