Thanks for watching! Every spring, I upload a long video recapping the highlights of the previous year, and this one is particularly reflective and emotional. Spring is a time of renewal, and this year, I shut the cabin door for the last time and move on to the next chapter in my life. I have mixed emotions.... I will upload part 2 on Sunday, the bushcraft and food aspect of wilderness homesteading that consumed much of my time over the last twelve months.

@bcourd2421

3 жыл бұрын

Wherever you go we will watch your show God bless you in all you do

@1509Freeze

3 жыл бұрын

I like to think that these last years were the apprenticeship. Doing things all over again is a lot of work, but I´d like to think things will be better. Surely your skills have improved, and if you get a good price for the old property, its basically a paid apprenticeship doing what you seemingly love. I would call that a win. on the bigger and better things!

@amandar7719

3 жыл бұрын

Sad to see you packing up the cabin. 🥲 But did we just get a glimpse of the new homestead cabin framework? 😃

@MajorEasley

3 жыл бұрын

Why did you leave if you don't mind me asking what happened???🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@Ortegaanneco.2338

3 жыл бұрын

God bless you Mr.Shawn,,always watching your video's from the Philippines.

Dear friend, you don’t walk alone, there are many who walk beside you. Stay strong, stay healthy, stay pure.

@tWoforgamenot1

3 жыл бұрын

ditto :)

@Feeoryne

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto 2 :-D

@benjaminyoung3489

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto....!!!!!!

@ronniesmooth5539

3 жыл бұрын

Except for the dog, it looks like he is walking alone to me, and I think he prefers it that way.

@Feeoryne

3 жыл бұрын

@@ronniesmooth5539 The dog's name is Cali and is a girl, she loves exploring with Shawn...

Without exaggeration, I think I’m one of your first couple of thousand subscribers, and this is my first comment, I have spent the last hour or so reading these beautiful other subscribers comments. Totally heart touching, you see I’m a handicap man that has spent the last 20 or so years in a wheelchair, from a terrible accident, to tell you what you have done for me cannot be explained in just a simple comment, I have watched and rewatched your videos and sometimes I fallen asleep while watching, and that’s when the best part happens for me ,for a few minutes while I’m in another state of mind ( sleeping ) I have these beautiful dreams , that I’m out in the wilderness like you , building and creating just like you, , to the point that I can actually smell and feel the woods, logs and dirt its a feeling that brings me back before my accident, but I’m not looking for pity, or anyone to feel bad for me, I’m just stating the facts. So when you see how many People and subscribers you have , you need to think to urself wow people out there really like me , no my friend it’s the fact that you have touched people imagination, just like when I dream other people also dream, maybe not like me , but they dream too, so without taking up more space that I should, I want to end by saying a simple thank you........and may your God be behind you in every step you take ...

@MySelfReliance

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joseph. Your comment gave me an extra boost of energy this morning

@samchapman7513

3 жыл бұрын

Wow this touched me and reminded me how important the power of our imagination is; And even if that’s the only place where things are possible, sometimes that’s the only place they need to be 🧡 God bless you Joseph xx

@karenthegoodkind

3 жыл бұрын

Joseph, God bless you in all you stretch forth your hands to do. Amen.

@robn8433

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful reply Joseph, very very touching, I wish you well in your future

@user-yu3es6yl9e

3 жыл бұрын

@@samchapman7513 1.

I’m a master carpenter who has built a few hundred nice homes but your sprit and patience is far more rewarding when you put everything you do from self taught experience to work. Puts you in a class all alone at the top

@marluceluce2818

2 жыл бұрын

Amei assistir os seus vídeos, parabéns

@PussySnatcher

Жыл бұрын

True

Fascinating; I'm only 82 here in 2022, but I remember to a degree that my Maternal Grandfather loaded household goods, tools, and animals on a freight car in southern Illinois in 1911. Destination, homesteading near Athabasca, Alberta. According to what Mother has passed along, she was 6 when they moved and little sister was a couple years younger. They arrived in spring and lived in a platform based tent toward fall as Grandpa built a log house for them to live in. A sand pit under the house kept the veggies from freezing, of which they had plenty from Grandma's (the consumate gardner) along with meat from the surrounding forest, dairy from the 2 cows, and meat and eggs from the chickens. I've recorded (before they passed) tales from their adventure from both Mom and Aunt. Aunt said the were never hungry. As I watched you build your cabins I thought of Grandpa (who passed in 1947 when I was too young to grasp all the tales that were brought back) too many to tell here. I've inherited many of Grandpas tools and it's wonderful to use them on projects I've done over the past few years all the while thinking of him as he built their house, out buildings, and barn.. Although all the buildings are gone, there is evidence of the vegetable pit where a later owner of the property told me the house had been. How fortunate I was to be able to visit it some 4 years ago. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us. Jim M in Wisconsin

Shawn, as a 72 widow who lost her husband 1 1/2 years ago, your videos have been a balm for my soul for so long. This one, however, has me in tears knowing what you invested in making this homestead for you and your family, only to have to walk away from it I must tell you though that your decision to have that dream of privacy, security and self reliance at such a great cost is admirable. I loved your quote at the end and know that bridge you built over the stream will lead to a new and better life for you, your wife and daughters. May the universe bless you in this new endeavor and heal what I know must be a bit of a hole in the soul for what you have left behind ❤️

@dannyb.9721

3 жыл бұрын

I lost my wife of 51 years, 3 months & 5 days, 2 years ago. I feel the same as you. So sorry for your loss. All the best going forward!

@nanarose3496

3 жыл бұрын

@@dannyb.9721 sorry for your loss as well

I’ve always been the “turn the other cheek, and move on” type of person, but i would be telling a lie if i wouldn’t admit that sometimes certain people can be a huge disappointment. I know all too well the feeling of being pushed away from something you’ve spent time, and hard work building. I spent 15yrs on a beautiful piece of secluded property all to have a person buy a small piece of land behind mine, all to be granted legal right away through my place. It just reminded me that we’re all just guests here on this earth. There’s bigger, and better things ahead, you and your family will move on ahead towards these great big things. Good luck, and enjoy!

@2dronetek2

3 жыл бұрын

That would piss me off...... Bad enough to be right behind me, but to also be able to just stroll through whenever?? I would give them the side of the property and grow hedges and fence everything else off.

@katesisco

3 жыл бұрын

Also discovered even people who have no grudge against you will fall to greed and take your and your children's future and then spend decades dirtying you to make it appear they had cause.

@EV-wp1fj

3 жыл бұрын

@@2dronetek2 It's called an easement and it's a fairly common situation. Without it, there would be no roads, just a ton of landlocked parcels that nobody can live on.

@chasethecat3839

3 жыл бұрын

@@katesisco sound sounds like a true narcissist

@PrtPrtPrtGood

3 жыл бұрын

I get confused over this whole issue. This had to happen at some point as more and more people are looking to get out of the city and there is only so much land. What else would you expect? It's unfortunate but it's a sign of the times and it had to be expected.

I had a neighbor who played loud music..so one day I bought the biggest boom box I could find...I then put aimed right at him and ALL DAY LONG BLASTED LOUD classical music in his direction. I mean no let up...ALL DAY LONG.....He got the hint...I never heard loud music out of him again. That boom box was the best investment I ever made to protect my property value....I only use it now at Christmas time to play Christmas music. and my homestead is tranquil with only the sounds of birds singing, leaves rustling, waves hitting the beach and crackling fire.......THAT IS TOP NOTCH MUSIC TO THIS NATURE LOVERS EARS....the best kind...and ALL I want to hear.

Excellent carpenter, agronomist, forest cook, a rare person to see today. congratulations you are a lesson in life.

@rejaneberclaz3331

3 жыл бұрын

Bravissimo 🤩💪👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@nercialves8270

3 жыл бұрын

Acho que vou ajudar ele na terra kkkkkk

@RoopaDudleyPaintings

2 жыл бұрын

No woman no cry.

Imagine Shawn asking 4 little help building the new cabin, having literally millions of people willing to help.... Anytime.... For free! This is how much u inspire good Sir

@bichonbarron3075

3 жыл бұрын

I am 63 with rheumatoid arthritis and can’t do much physically. If I lived even remotely near I would show up to cook and prepare meals and coffee for crew. His new homestead would go up literally over night.

@faasrumaar91

3 жыл бұрын

@@bichonbarron3075 the crew would certainly appreciate 👍

@papajeff5486

3 жыл бұрын

I live in Texas, I’m 65, Shawn, if you ask I’ll come with my RV, truck and tools, and stay as long as you need me. Texas

@dawnajamison430

3 жыл бұрын

I would cook the meals for every one.

@faasrumaar91

3 жыл бұрын

@@dawnajamison430 the army is gathering!! We got 2 cooks already...in need of a director of operation and someone good with logistics and were vood to go.... Poor Shawn!! reading these comments hell be like they're coming!!

Shawn, been watching since the beginning and so impressed with your work ethic and desire to share your learning experience. We have watched the highs, and the lows and can't wait to see how this next chapter goes. So sorry you had such a viper of a neighbor. I hope your new place is filled with many more great memories!

I have truly loved watching you build your home! Everything you built was amazing, your craftsmanship almost doesn’t exist anymore. I’m so sorry you had to leave all your work. If it means anything you taught so much to all of us. I hope you are able to bring the same effort/compassion/love to where ever you and!

My heart was aching watching the first part of this video. But, where one door closes, another one opens. Onward. Blessings.

@devonseamoor

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, there's heart ache, and yet, I've decided to always move in such a way, that I leave a beautiful place and enter another beautiful place. No grudges are on my tail, it would be a waste of life worth living. Onwards, blessed be.

One comment here stated “you don’t walk alone” and they couldn’t be more right. There have been many that have moved along your path to self reliance with you, by your side, pondered with you, worried for you, laughed with both you and Cali, and thrilled with your achievement. What you have achieved still exists, and even if it didn’t, all you have shown us will live on in our hearts. We are still with you, for as long as you want us to be.

@paulineedwards9029

3 жыл бұрын

So sad, so guinuine ,so sweet and so true.

@mycelticstardust

3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said!

@corinnerenshaw3621

3 жыл бұрын

Amen to that one !

@bobobrien8968

3 жыл бұрын

So true.

@nancystill6447

3 жыл бұрын

the truth. Given time i will not say you will forget it but this move will lose its sharpness on how you basically were made to move. Bring your wife along for the excitement. We all want to see more of her!! “Life is too short to live alone”

Not boring at all Shawn. We love watching you build a homestead. Do what you need to do. So happy that Cali is healthy. Thank you for what you do.

Been following all year. This man is the essence of peace and tranquility. Gos Bless you Shawn, wherever you journey takes you. And thank you for showing us all, the best of humanity.

Even though you are a man's man, I bet you shed a few tears putting this one together. A heart felt good luck on your new adventures from my wife and I. You truly have helped us way more than you will ever know and deserve your dreams.

@jmar665

3 жыл бұрын

I shed a few tears watching this. I have never met another human being with your work ethic. There are bigger and better things for you and your family.

@alycatpublishing1164

3 жыл бұрын

Hear hear! Well said.

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens".... Well done Shawn.

@no1treman

3 жыл бұрын

AMEN to that. Whatever doesn't overcome you surely makes you stronger.

@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304

3 жыл бұрын

Can it

Your a far, far better man than me - I'd be ensuring my neighbour would remember me for the rest of his natural ............ and possibly beyond !

What you do, your patience, calmness your videos bring, the work you put into your videos. The editing! My god I could gush all day. It’s all a class of its own. You bring so much to so many people. Thank you.

We miss this place with new one will be even better 🙏 Sam from Kuwait

Shawn James You are the most determined, focused and hardworking man I have ever seen. You are proof that as humans we are capable of doing far greater things than we could ever imagine. We are also capable of weathering far greater calamities and difficulties than we usually imagine. We have seen you do it so it is possible.

@juneribbons5196

3 жыл бұрын

Hes doing just like the pioneers who settled this land. It was thier hard work that developed our country. Since it was done then, it can be done now. All it takes is study and hard work to do exactly what he is doing !!!

Oh my goodness, Shawn! I was so choked up watching the ending. Thank you for sharing part of your journey with us. Looking forward to watching you rebuild, and have a second start! May the world be full of more understanding people.

You are truly incredible! I've watched many of your videos this past year and I am truly heartbroken to see you leaving your home you created with such heart and hard work! I'll continue to watch you build your new one and it will be interesting to see if you build it similar or completely different. I'm addicted to watching you now and always amazed with your knowledge and energy! A true artist. You have all of our love and support. Excellent filming and editing. I love that you don't talk. It's so entertaining and relaxing to watch!! This is the new Hollywood and you truly are a star!!

Shawn, you have managed to turn a 24 hour day into 48 hours. One motivated guy, thank you for the memories. Onward, as always.

@paulineedwards9029

3 жыл бұрын

Agree

@susanbaker1936

3 жыл бұрын

Digging basement for new cabin

Very emotional! I don't know why I am crying... watched you since the cabin being built .. bought your mugs and tee shirts ... you are an inspiration .... Looking forward to your new adventure ... please hurry and upload videos ...LOL. Thank you for all you have shared with us.

@donnacole4227

3 жыл бұрын

Faith. Im crying too more than once .We have become so attached to Shawn an Calli through his videos . So sad for him

Hi Shawn, I have watched all your videos since you became a KZreadr😊. You are unique in what you do, I am very sad that because of others the work that you have done and the home that you have built for yourself and your family will not be enjoyed to it’s fullness. What I can say is that with your skills, Bushcraft, Woodmanship and knowledge of your Native Country has kept thousands of us going especially during this difficult time..... hats of to you Shawn.. in my opinion no one else comes close to you in what you do. It a new beginning and we will all be with you as long as your Camera is Rolling 😊😊Bless you mate, all the Best from Ian England

This is so heartbreaking to see all that hard work and beauty left behind. I sincerely hope that you are able to build what you hope will be your long-lasting home. We live on a 7-acre homestead in south Mississippi that we have built ourselves over 30 years. It was remote when we started. Now, we are surrounded by some really disconcerting people but we can't leave all that we've worked so hard for. We are in our 60s now and it would break our hearts to leave this place with so much invested - mostly our hard work. Your work is absolutely beautiful! Very inspiring!

I know that must be the hardest decision you’ve ever made. All that effort all that work and having neighbors that close.

@allabored4443

3 жыл бұрын

Ever?

@MySelfReliance

3 жыл бұрын

Near the top

@FPVsean

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention having a public access road right by the cabin!! That would be so unsettling having that all of a sudden after being in the wilderness..

@nelliefarr1540

3 жыл бұрын

hope with spring in the air you are planting some fruit trees and a few beds on the new property to keep you going for the next year

@young-soonkim6730

3 жыл бұрын

@@FPVsean Canadian housing market is really hot right even in the cottage country. At present the mortgage interest rate is 1.9%. A lot of the people used to work at downtown Toronto are buying outside of the city because of the cost. But, they don't realize that they may have to commute to work everyday when Coronavirus Pandemic is over.

It's so sad to see you leaving after all this work and effort. That is putting the whole concept of self reliance to the test. If just one person or a minor municipal regulation can put you out of your dreams and goals it's just annoying to say the least. The only thing that could change my bitterness is to watch Cali rolling happily on the snow. Mission accomplished! I sincerely wish you the best in your new homestead. Cheers from Patagonia, Argentina.

@sandyjuntunen4088

3 жыл бұрын

It's sad that the act of one lousy person is allowed to ruin life for so many others. Even in the wilderness the politics of today encroach and overshadow the same people.

@ericpl7227

3 жыл бұрын

And yet, so many people still love their big government! I just don't get it!

@sarak6083

3 жыл бұрын

What happened

Quê maravilha de Vida ... esse Sr. Jamais será depressivo. Grande exemplo de vida 👏❤️

Shawn James thank you for sharing your journey with us. Watching you brought a sense of inner peace. You have demonstrated that human beings are amazing creatures. Kudos to your family for supporting your dreams. Thank you James family . . . beyond impressive!!!

I’m already fighting back tears. I cannot fathom leaving that beautiful cabin, Shawn, but I understand your reasons for doing so. God bless you, your family and Cali in the upcoming year. Remember you have thousands of followers who wish you well and cannot wait to watch the creation of your new homestead. Stay safe.

@MySelfReliance

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

@trisho.8331

3 жыл бұрын

@Kerry Metzger, also fighting back tears and concur with all you wrote. I was devastated for Shawn & family when he first explained the need to start over in a more remote area. Now I’m loving the new location and phenomenal progress he’s made in such a short time. Speaks volumes of his character. Shawn is a living legend and we’ll continue to support him thru thick and thin. God bless you and the James’ family. 🙏🏻❤️

@ITSONLYMEWATCHING

2 жыл бұрын

I thought I was the only one. All of a sudden I burst into tears. What a beautiful life. I'm jealous, but in a good way.

A truly great internet experience of a lesson in self reliance.One of the best sites on the entire internet.The beauty of nature in the raw.I take my hat off to this man.

I was soo sad to see you having to leave what you built was beautiful and so functional. I hope that you are able to salvage some of the work to your new location. Wishing you all the best this coming year. I really enjoy your video's. Thank You!

Such a beautiful experience and such a craftsman’s - I love all your ideas -what an inspirational time building, planting, harvesting… surviving! Enjoy your profound journey.

One thing I can say about Shawn James, is he keeps his hands in beautiful shape. For the amount of work he's done with them, you never see a lot of cuts and scratches. No cracked cuticles, no calluses and even while planting seeds in the dirt, his nails aren't dirty. You can tell when a person's nails are permanently stained with dirt, Shawn's aren't. I love watching his videos, it relaxes my nerves. And Cali is the sweetest and bravest lil girl!🐶💕 Good Luck on this new project, I'll definately be waiting for your future uploads! Stay safe!😊🙏🏾

I am Youssef from Libya. I officially declare my desire to buy the old Shaun Hut. I saw the construction of this hut from the very beginning, and it is important to us

@johnnikula2701

3 жыл бұрын

I’m with you brother. I have done the same and would love to share the James family estate with you.

@georgewhitehouse8630

3 жыл бұрын

You guys name a dog and reenact over years

@user-yy7oj8np8h

3 жыл бұрын

@@georgewhitehouse8630 What do you mean

@MegaDeansy

3 жыл бұрын

@@georgewhitehouse8630 wtf ????

Wow, So sad after so much work and passion , nothing but admiration for your unbelievable shear hard work and spirit to do it all over. Thank you Shawn James, for all you do for us in ways you may not know. Thank you

Love seeing your sweet doggo peeping from behind the tree. That warmed my heart ☺️. Haven’t you done well Shawn. Very impressed. Just in time too ... by the looks of things going down in this world... All is well.. God speed.. 💁‍♀️💕🙏✝️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Shawn it still grieves me you had to leave your hard work and your beautiful home because of people.However I must admit I really do think where you are now is absolutely beautiful ,and very peaceful.At least if family visit there is always somewhere to stay..I know you have great plans for this new area and also that you work with the environment as well as the wildlife around you.I wished more people loved this beautiful world as you do.Had I have been a lot younger I would have loved to do this and live in peace and quiet.Just enjoying the gifts around us.But sadly I am elderly now.Not in spirit .My body is older than me lol!..I do envy you and your best friend when you post the next edition.It’s given me a lot of joy watching you as you have become one with nature..stay safe always and give your little friend a hug from me ..Love n Light 🥰

Your old cabin is a masterpiece. Sad you have to leave it.

@user-tp4bx2ep5e

2 жыл бұрын

Какой он трудолюбивый. И все может. Класс!!!

When I started watching your videos I was thinking of moving into a different phase of my life. Since that year watching on a weekly basis, it has given me a new perspective on my cape abilities. I sold my house, moved into my camp and enjoying every minute. Things are not as easy for me as they were when I was in my sixties but living with Nature I have learned patience and not to judge myself. Thank you for all the beautiful moments. I will continue to learn with every video and maybe I’ll be a better cook as well. ❤️🐾Cali

Like i have been saying for years.The History Channel needs to pick this up as a weekly show..Its that good.

So bittersweet. It must hurt to leave such a beautiful homestead, but I know you will make the new one even more beautiful and productive. The one thing you left out of this video is the million times you threw Callie's toy!! Thank you so much for sharing your journey.

It is an emotional time when you really like the place that you custom design for yourself and you are familiar with the land and your surroundings... Sometimes progress for some people is suffocating for others...stripping away our privacy.... our quietness...our oneness with nature and with God almighty... and the past times we have shared with others... can only be accessed through our memories.... The beauty about Spring iit begins a new season a promise of life... Life is a journey a passage through time... We will be here every step of the way as you embark in your new adventures reaching those dreams and goals... Praying for you continually having good health, strength, protection, and safety....God's, many blessings to you, your wife, and Cali too...and your daughters and their lives...

I am amazed how peaceful and quite your world is while working on your beautiful cabin in the woods.

A fitting tribute to a true labor of love, a bittersweet end, and a hopeful new beginning. Your filming tells some great stories, Shawn - looking forward to the next chapter.

I used to use those tools of my Dad's when I was a young girl..brings back good memories. I am 82 now and can't do a lot any more. Enjoy watching you do what I can't any more.

Many, many, of us have had to start over. You are recording the process. Equal parts courage and hope are required. Very valuable videos. Thanks.

I could watch this all day, I love how your dog is always with you , so sweet 🥰

I'm a Carpenter, 63 years of life behind me. I just love these videos. And I'm still learning. Thanks for the priceless knowledge.

This is informative, and sad because of your neighbors. I am so very sorry for THEM. GOD bless you and your wife and girls.

I remember it all! Its bitter sweet! You have such a great mindset moving forward. I will miss the old homestead so much and wonder if you will keep it for guests. Im excited to see what changes you will make, when building your new home. I wonder if any of what you built will be away from the road thats going in, like the food shelter. I just pray you keep from injuries as you are one of the hardest working man Ive ever seen, and would be honored to meet you! Im a born again believer and by the blood of Jesus, my home is in heaven, i hope to meet you there and see what it is you build then too! Blessing always Shawn, and thank you for sharing all you do!

The old homestead was not time wasted. I really enjoyed watching the place come together and I am really looking forward to the new projects!

Watching you move your things out of the cabin broght tears to my eyes. But yet...I can't wait to see your new paradise you will create for you and your family. Paradise!

I have loved watching this grow, but onwards and upwards and your creation will be even more refined to your liking. I will enjoy watching the new homestead grow. We don’t have this type of freedom in Australia.

@NetstaOz

3 жыл бұрын

We do Jan, my mother who is 81 bought a house in Melbourne when she was 73, had it removed and located on a small farm near Ballarat, miles from anyone and very quiet, the land was empty, she had the house rebuilt, had dams and tanks and fences put in, started a sheep flock, built the sheds and garage herself (with some help) got solar, planted a large vegetable garden and fruit trees and is now completely off the grid. Yes, it can be done. It's not wilderness but for an 81 year old it's not far off it.

@maryblaylock6545

3 жыл бұрын

@@NetstaOz Now there is a woman I'd like to meet. I am 71 and my kids and friends were a bit puzzled when last year I asked for tools for birthday, Mother's day and Christmas. One of the tools that I asked for was a jigsaw. I got a jigsaw puzzle. And It's a good puzzle! I am re-learning old skills and hope to gain new ones. Blessings on you and your family and friends and any livestock you might have wandering around the house and yard! Stay healthy too!

@janwalker8716

3 жыл бұрын

@@NetstaOz it’s far enough off it as he has no council restrictions and doesn’t need permission to take his own trees and build a log cabin.. I do realize we can grow our own veg, and have have our solar and live away from others for the quiet, but we can not do what he is doing here and that’s the freedom I was referring to. When he wants a tool shed or a food locker or sauna, he doesn’t have to wait for council do decide or have planning engineers every step of the way. That’s a massive financial cost we are always burdened with. The bureaucratic freedom is a major part.

@NetstaOz

3 жыл бұрын

@@maryblaylock6545 no you wouldn't, Mum'd just want to borrow your tools

You always leave something of yourself behind you when you leave a place, especially when you have built it with your own hands. I dread the day when we might have to make that decision. Blessings and peace as you move forward, Shawn.

You set a great example of resilience, faith and work! The future is yours to make! Thank you so much! You’re an inspiration! God bless!🇧🇷From Brazil.

Great Carl Bard quote. It's true inspiration, and fitting to your situation. I'm happy for you Sean. I hope the next stage in your life is fulfilling. Thank you for sharing.

Love the old cabin but I have to say I'm looking forward to see you build the next one. 🙏

So sad to leave your amazing home, but piece of mind, family and a peaceful life are important. I know you will create a beautiful new home

Just wow! I want a little workshop in the backyard. I now believe with a little help from friends we can do it. We don't have to mill lumber, after all. I usually just restore old furniture. Now I'm going to take the plunge to make my workshop. Thank you. I love what you do.

Thank you Shawn & happy Birthday tomorrow. You are in the best years to come!

@jayheinrich5207

3 жыл бұрын

That is on the first of April. I will not have internet access so that is why it is early. Dock, lifts, boats etc might be going in on my own cabin I built.... ice out 🤗!

I'm just happy that you have peace now Shawn. Thanks again for sharing your journey with us. God Bless.

Admiro você , artista, guerreiro, exemplo de capacidade em todos os labores da vida na selva, que se apresenta nesta região do mundo! Aqui de Goiânia, Goiás, Brasil, passo horas vendo teus vídeos muito agradáveis! Parabéns! Você é uma benção do Criador do universo!

For me as a long-time viewer of this man's journey from city life into his long-time interest of life into cabin life. He is such a clear example of how IF someone has the Interest, Desire, Will, and Determination to learn and do something How Much They Can Achieve. It has been quite a trip watching you Jimmy. Mr. Shawn James, "Jimmy"

Awesome documentary of this past year Shawn! You should be nominated for an Oscar for your efforts. Not kidding, and not just for your fine filming, editing, and overall body of work, but for the intense labor (literally, and mentally) you put into everything you do!

@Flowergurl2000

3 жыл бұрын

💯agree.

(Mark) Shawn, the last few years watching your films has been a great thing to wake up to and enjoy our morning coffees, top quality film work! The amount of work you’ve done is unreal! We look forward to your new adventure.

I really enjoy watching your progress and ingenuity on all of your projects. I get a lot of ideas seeing these. Thank you for posting these.

Personally I haved been watching you since the day you shared the first video. It has been a joy to build this farm, with kitchen, sauna, laundry room by room over the years. Good continuation for the new earth. I'll be there to watch him grow up too.

| STORAGE | Homestead could be used as a pantry storage for sweet potatoes, and another food source such as grains...corn.

@margiechism

3 жыл бұрын

Drying herbs would be good use for Homestead...drying apples too!

Life is a funny thing.... Way I see it it's what you make of it... Too many people complain and point to the other guy and ask how them and not me? Part of it could be luck... My belief is that if you work at it it will eventually happened. You fall you get up they push you back you push back... Point is if you keep at it you will succeed. Mr james is a prime example of this. Good luck with the next stage of your adventure.

I love this guy. Fire log falls out, he just grabs it and throws it back in with his better hands. So awesome. It's so relaxing watching his vids, he does a great job shooting / editing.

God have bless this man many times, there's none like him.

A lot of people may think they can’t start over in their 50’s or that losing something of such significance means the end of their story. You’re proving that it is not only doable but can become a catalyst to something even better after achieving what was initially meant to be more permanent. Keep on enjoying the journey and thank you for encouraging, educating others to work for the life they’ve only dreamed of living. Although I’m not building a cabin or living in the wilderness (yet 😆) , I am learning a lot from your channel about self sufficiency. I have been successful in gardening- after being quite unsuccessful initially and I’m actually getting good at my own healing salves (online class). I’ve learned not to underestimate my potential or wait until I retire to start living. Just a msg of encouragement from an unlikely or untypical subscriber in that I’m not a skilled builder, hunter or outdoors person (but gonna be!) but I have succeeded in leaving the city, forgone the office (kiss my butt rat race) and I’ve never been so poor or more happy than I am now that I’ve simply begun. I hope everyone watching succeeds in living the self sufficient life they’ve only dreamed of! Surprise everyone and become the unique pioneer (big or small) you were created to be. Best wishes Shawn!

@paulineedwards9029

3 жыл бұрын

And with such peaceful attitude.

Loved that old homestead 01:18:50. A bridge to new beginnings 01:19:48

What a Pleasure, and most importantly, what a Craftsman!!! Like his Dog! I think this Man is living a life, most of us can only dream on!! Thank You Sir for sharing your Life with us!

This in just magical ..air, nature, craft making.. ❤

We love you shawn and your program, God bless you with all your endavours, we will watch your videos wherever you go

Been my favorite channel for almost 5 years now. Keep up the inspiring work

I watched the first video when y start building this cozy cabin am so impresed bu your paitience and craftmanship I applaud you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Wow love the Rustic look.the cabin ,trees, the food ur cooking,d green forest,the building of the log hut and the doggy adds a third dimension .love it.

Shawn, I have said this many times to you before. I thank you for all the extra work it takes for you to take us on the journey with you. For me it has been a healing of sorts. I have laughed, cried, outraged and smiled. I can’t imagine what all this has done to you and your family but I know this, you are resilient and i can’t wait to see what’s coming next! Thank you sir!

My God, Shawn, it's only 9:00 in the morning and after watching you, I feel like it's time for bed already. I got tired from watching you!! That was a lot of work, even for a year!

You are truly self reliant. Thank you for sharing your journey.

Sitting in my sewing room, turned on the yt and your channel was there 2013, clicked on and been listened to the peacefulness ever since. Thanks for bringing that into our home. Inspiration, God's gift

It saddens me to see you leaving all your hard work, but it inspires me to see you moving forward with more hard work. You're a good man!

I have always had the highest respect for Shawn and even more now that he is building his homestead somewhere else unstoppable!

Well done dear brave hard working Shawn James! God is with you everything you do. ! Love and prayers for you and family !

Best man ever. Watching video after video. All done on your own! Blessed hands.

Teachable moment that I passed on to a relative that's buying land. He watched your video on this and said he's grateful he did before he passed on a parcel that butts up to his.

I understand starting over very well. I didn't like it and I'm sure you didn't either. I'm sure God has a much better plan for your life and your family. Its really hard to not have many emotions. I wish you all the best in the days and years a head. I look forward to all your videos.

Well, I know I was not alone shedding a few tears there at the end.. I admire you so. This was all so totally unnecessary and unfair, yet you chose to take the high road and look at this as a new opportunity. I can’t not wait to watch this new journey continue to unfold. ❤️🌲

Impressive craftmanship that has grown into a new realm of a master. With the sheet-metal background you have grown to a master wood worker. I just started watching your channel a couple days ago with by chance catching an episode. Have been hooked ever since seeing the passion of an artist that loves to create in a craft with improvements every episode. You have to love what you do working with your hands crafting an art. You do not use the chainsaw except through necessity of time constraints for milling; battery drill, chainsaw, etc. not used much because your art useing your spirit, mind, soul and body connects, frees your soul while creating your masterpiece by hand for your partner in life. My observation as I see it. Your stress level from just making a living doing something you did not connect with has faded while making you stronger with every step, of the way, for your new connective walk of freedom and creative passion. God Bless you and yours.

Shawn, I hope you put the homestead up for sale. A lot of weekend warriors, hunters & fisherman would go nuts for this beautiful off grid place.

It actually annoys me the circumstances in which you have been placed but I have great admiration for how you have handled the issues you are facing. I hope that all goes well for the future build of the new cabin and I can imagine that you have even better plans for the new homestead!

@AugustineKar

3 жыл бұрын

Which video does he explain the neighbor situation? I need to catch up

You are amazing. Look at you making a spoon. Wow . Stay safe and God bless you and Callie.❤

i agree with JP- you don,t walk alone ,stay strong and stay healthy . have to say Thank you for sharing a part of your world ,the good and the bad . can,t wait to follow you on your new adventure .

I smiled, I laughed and I cried. I've watched you from the start and can't wait to see the new beginning; however, watching you leave the first homestead is like saying goodbye to a best friend. Thanks for sharing your life with us. ❤