"Precision is the enemy of progress, and we have made progress at the cost of precision" is a great quote

@kellyp4377

3 ай бұрын

Love this quote too!!

@mrgodBG

3 ай бұрын

if all humanity was to adhere to this "wisdom" there would not be a single high story building in this world (not to mention something more complicated)

@JohnWorkplace

3 ай бұрын

@mrgodBG it's just a good motto for life. If you try to perfect everything you'll never make progress. You're looking to far into it Lol

@JohnWorkplace

3 ай бұрын

Also apparently this is (mostly) a Winston Churchill quote. Wasn't aware of that till now

@mrgodBG

3 ай бұрын

@@JohnWorkplace i understand you point, i call that "good enough" and it is applicable in some situations but not (imo) when you are tiding up living space etc

I can’t help but chuckle at your naïveté. And, don’t feel bad, as I’m not making fun of you. You’re making it all work and this process is teaching you so many useful bits of info and skills. The stories you’ll have to tell your children, one day, will be worth their weight in gold, that’s for sure. Congratulations!!!

@earthangel8730

3 ай бұрын

What children? With 8 billion humans ravaging Earth making more humans isn't a prioriry for many. Why do you assume this young man wants what you want?

@MickWhipple

3 ай бұрын

I learn everything by trial and error lol, if I wanted to hide my mistakes I wouldn’t be filming :) thanks for watching

Glad you're continuing your journey. It's time to get organized... all tools go in a specific place. Nice improvements.

You might have to make a tool shed..... preferably with a lock, so that things don't go astray. I find it helps to draw outlines of things where they go, that way you can see at a glance if something is out of place or missing. I find that helps tremendously to have visual reminders to help keep things tidy and organized. Plus it gets expensive having to keep replacing lost stuff all the time. A nail and a "chalk outline" on the wall is a LOT cheaper than having to buy a NEW one in a couple months when you need it again.😉

@MyCabinLife

3 ай бұрын

What a great idea! I'm hopefully getting a storage building for my cabin next week and I am going to implement that! Thanks for the tip!

@juliebaker6969

3 ай бұрын

@@MyCabinLife You're welcome.

Glad you’re back. Keep pushing forward. I admire your perseverance 👍

Hurray Mick! Here in Albany, New York. The sudden snow fall and freezing rain left 80,000 residents left without power, lights, heat and all the comforts of home! I split wood, kept two fireplaces going for fourteen hours, so I appreciate in a SMALL way the challenges you are having in Alaska!

@JoJoDragonslayer

3 ай бұрын

I'm in the capital region also and very happy that storm is behind us and thankful for all the line crews and first responders who worked hard to get us back up and running 👍

@lamh5265

2 ай бұрын

Yeah Albany, NY. sorry about the storm. A least you were prepared with wood. Did you catch that hurricane. Stay safe.

$20 that jigsaw will show up when the snow melts away😂 the new kitchen looks great, btw👍

It's great to have a friend like Ian who is there for you when you need him! 🙂

You have done a really good job within a year from haveing a piece of land in Alaska to building a small cabin on that piece of land. Good luck with finishing the rest of the cabin

@reymartinez8830

3 ай бұрын

Your blog are putting folks to sleep

@karenhalgren3889

3 ай бұрын

@reymartinez8830 but here you are. Why be rude? If you dont like his blog, move along. I like his calming voice and how he continues on no matter whats thrown at him.

Good friends are a treasure.

i dont know what your elevation is but 4 reasons to factor in, 1, its too cold and the gasoline could be in a state of jelly formula, ? 2, its the brand of the generator westington house, or 3, it always better to pour in the tank a heat additive to countinue to keep the gas from freezing up? 4. a can of ether to start up,

So glad to see you're back. It's really coming together. Looks great!

Good to see you and Ian back at it! It’s so much easier to get work done with a good friend that can bring some levity at the right moment. ✌️

If you continue to have trouble with splitting..smack the sharp side of the nail with your hammer while the head is against a scrap piece of wood and the blunt nail will break through the nail fibers instead of splitting them. I liked the 'toil for your food' sign off.

Hang in there! Life is a learning process, and with you being so young (I am 62) you will learn more and more. You are doing great, keep up the good work.

Turn the one curtain on its side. There should be a small hem that you can cut a small hole into to thread the rod thru. Get a small wood dowl to use as a rod then cut the circles off. It will be only one curtain still but should provide privacy when needed and slide to open when desired. Good luck

Hey nice to see you back at the cabin slow and steady wins the race . Nice seeing you now have a kitchen sink and cupboards fantastic look's like a home now great job !. The trimmed up windows give a nice finished look. Love the improvement's Mick . thanks for bringing us along

I can tell you put a lot of thought into how you present your vlogs while on hiatus. I love the more detailed shots and the more talking you do while just working instead of using the working footage as B roll most of the time. I love this a lot! Nice touch and Im glad youre back

I forgot how nice your cabin looks! Welcome back.

Good to see ya again. With a " kitchen"....looks more like a home. Good going !!

Hi Mick, Great seeing you back! it’s heartwarming to watch you work on your cute cabin!! I feel so proud of you as you follow your dream!! Keep it up!! Your doing amazing

You are doing the best you can with your knowledge and skill level. By way of a hint, there are metal clamps (they may have been in the package with the sink) that go in the metal tracks around the underside of your sink and then they tighten to your counter top instead of relying on the caulking to hold the sink in place. 😎

Love watching your progress. Just remember Rome wasn't built in a day! Much love from Florida.

You're doing great, Mick. Keep it up. It's coming together nicely.

Hello , Mick ! ...so wonderful to see you back at your cabin ! You may not have gotten as many tasks completed as you hoped , but things were done...and you seemed less stressed than before . Don't fret about the curtains...they can annoy even seasoned homemakers . You will become good at reading the contents listed on the packaging , before buying ...manufacturers can be sneaky little souls and fall far short of our expectations .I'm looking forward to seeing your plans for your land...Bravo - YOU !

Looking good. Having a few good non-electric, non-gas using tools is a good idea.

Hey it’s coming together! Have to admit I was wondering why the cabin was so messy, thanks for explaining that. Was glad to see the bird feeders up and filled. As to everything else. Keep going. Reach out to your family and friends and don’t let the push to get finished get to you. Your heart and soul are inspiring. As always, Watching from Oklahoma, Thank you Jeffrey.

You’re doing great Mick. All those mistakes you’re making, is just you learning how to do things, for every mistake we make, we grow wiser. Keep up the good work!

The space is starting to look pretty comfortable. Nice work.

@MickWhipple

3 ай бұрын

I’m doin my best, thank you :)

Looking forward to seeing what you create next!!! There is something so soothing about your voice combined with the content you film!

My heart goes out to you with your curtain disappointment. They were sold in pairs until the recent past. I just went thru this with my Granddaughter. She called and vented and I soothed. It is a lesson I also had to learn when this transition first began.....read labels carefully! I can't wait to see the finished result as I love the color you chose. I grew up in Fairbanks and Kenai in the 1960's and watching your video's brings back some lovely memories. Keep up your great work and keep loving every minute of it!

Great progress on the cabin. It’s looking more and more like a home.

I really enjoyed this week's episode, Mick! Sorry that you encountered a couple setbacks, but I knew you would figure it out...and you did just that! Good for you! Looking forward to your next episode!

Success!!!! And remember the definition of success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out you’re on the right track!!! Arizona, Dan

Hi, Mick! The sink and counter really makes the place look homey, and the window trim looks awesome! I probably would have left the crack for 'fixing later' so, now you know why I have never built a cabin or anything else, for that matter. lol Keep up the good work. hand-saw or no hand-saw!

Every trip to the store is a learning experience😂Glad to see that you are getting some stuff done. Can't wait to see more!!🙌🙌🙌

I’m glad you delivered. Keep them coming. ❤

A shop teacher told me ‘measure twice, cut once’! I have always remembered that advice.

@alph8654

3 ай бұрын

Saves a lot of time and money and also frustration.

@optimistprime2751

3 ай бұрын

He purposefully doesn't take advice from the comment section.

@alph8654

3 ай бұрын

@@optimistprime2751 He may take advice from the comment section, but just does not respond. It does not mean he does not read them and take advice. That is my thoughts anyway.

@optimistprime2751

3 ай бұрын

@alph8654 no. Like he literally mentions in a previous video he does not take advice from the comment section.

@alph8654

3 ай бұрын

@@optimistprime2751 OK !!1

Wow!!!! Awesome. A video 7 days later. Love it.

Oh Spring....and home❤🌞💐

As you go a long, little by little it will all come together. The cabin looks really good. As far as the covering I use mini blinds they keep clean and can shut the blinds and still have privacy. It is just a suggestion, if not got to do with what you want. It is good to have friends help, you can get more done. So stay safe, warm/cool, and blessings.

Don't rush. Take your time and do it right . When you are finished you will be proud of yourself. God Bless you ❤❤❤❤❤

Good to see you working on the cabin…..

You're making progress! Just keep at it. You need to get the inside done before it gets time for outside work.

Good progress! Excited to see you back. Take care😊❤️

Stanley to the rescue! 👍😎🇨🇦🪚

Hay brother don't get frustrated just hang in there you are doing a great job 🤙🤙

Great job! My projects always take longer than expected, it's just part of the journey. Your home is really coming together! You should be proud of yourself and give yourself a couple of pats on your back. ❤

Nice job on the sink. Inside the cabin is really taking shape. Moving in the right direction!

So glad to see you back 😊looking forward to watching you moving forward on your dreams 😊

Mick the view on your land is so beautiful! Your Dad, and Mom too, would be so proud that you redid those window boards instead of leaving them half assed, as your Dad would say! 💞

Glad you're back brother! Enjoy this couple months of weather while it lasts. As a former Alaskan that moved to texas when I was 18 (31 now) I miss those spring and summer days minus the bugs/mosquito's lol

I'm glad you're back in your cabin and able to start back up again

Glad you’re back at it. Everybody needs a break once in a while to step back and take a breath, the cabin is looking great keep up the good work.✌🏽💜🙏🏽

You are great to watch. You are an inspiration because you are a doer, and action oriented. Technology is trying to get us all to stop and rely on robots. You show us a reality and "human beingness". It's great. You are going to have a wonderful future because you are setting it up now. Your growth is going to be amazing. I love your first video about selling everything and "going do it" the move, the build etc. Keep it up.

Nice start, you got this ….cant wait till next Sunday to see what your next move is.😊

The view out your window is BEAUTIFUL.

"Precision is the enemy of progress". Love that. Kinda akin to "Necessity is the Mother of invention". Both good to remember. Love Ethan. What a good friend. Keeper.

Thanks for the video, Mick! Progress, not perfection! You're doing good aside from the curtain and rod deal. That happened to me too.

Get a can of starting fluid. A quick squirt in the air cleaner or down the spark plug hole of your generator will fire it up.

It will all get done. I have faith in you. I also am enjoying your art channel ❤. Keep up the good work.

❤ Happy that you are posting again! ❤ The triumphs and the "failures" are all about our journey in life. Keep doing the best you can! Sending love from Canada ❤

It is good to see your dedication and perseverance! You're a smart kid, and you will learn from any mistakes you make. Believe me, that's how I learned mostly. Don't be discouraged! Greetings from Montana!

It takes a lot of balls to do what you have already accomplished...most people haven't done what you have by the time they are 25! Forget the haters and focus on what's important....you.

Good to see you getting back into it Mick, looking forward to seeing what you get up to, much love and respect from Australia xx❤

The progress is looking good. Small and steady steps.🌻👌

It’s great to see you back . Your cabin is going to be awesome

Good job! I’m an angle queen ! Angle wood stove? Can your loveseat fit Infront of kitchen (facing front door and fireplace) to seperate that kitchen area: and build an easy eating sofa table/worktop narrow table 12-14in ( deep enough for dinner plate) .. behind it ( length of love seat just 2 sides and top)tall as the back of loveseat use countertop ht: with 2 stools to go under so you could do kitchen work at it and eat at? You could put 2 bookcases on either side of sink base with doors to use as a pantry./storage areas. Maybe clear up bookcase wall by putting it to Lt. Or rt. Of desk ? Ideas are to create distinct spaces of : here’s my kitchen/ work/ lounge/ sleep etc. Areas. Coffee table or big ottoman Infront of love seat will ground sofa create comfort area. I don’t know height of Rm. But our dorm rooms we built like a bunk bed mattress Ontop under it put dresser and hooks on wall for coats etc. to side of it built steps up was easy and cheap. ( maybe to rt. Of front door? ) Just helpful thoughts and tips from a women’s caring view wish I was there to help! It’d be fun. ❤heehee you got this!

Measure twice cut once. This is so awesome... I totally love how you're learning as you go along and sharing your experience.

Glad to see your back! Hope the Spring weather continues.

The cabin is looking great, really like what you did with your little kitchen area so far. Nice to see you back and enthusiastic 🤩.

Glad to see you back. You're doing a fine job.

I am totally digging your step by step cabin build videos!!!

Your cabin is looking really nice. You seem glad to be home and back at it and we are glad to see that too. Thanks for the video.

Glad to have you back, Mick.

I am proud of you Mick. You will get better at everything. Hang in there, you are doing a good job.

Good progress, plus a good friend & all is well. Thanks for sharing your journey. 🤗🇨🇦

Looks like you figured out the generator issue. The gas cap vent wasn’t on. I’ve done that plenty of times 👍.

Next time you use a common nail, turn it upside down with the head on a hard service and tap the point with your hammer that should prevent your wood from splitting when it’s dry. Just thought.

Glad you are back! Can't wait to see what you do with it this year! Hope you have a snowless Spring...unlike ours on the East coast 🙄😋

Glad you're back 😊❤

Drill a small pilot hole when nailing into wood. It will help prevent splitting.

And that is why you drill pilot holes. No split boards.

I like your Pontiac vibe! They are great cars, I’ve been driving them for years. Most people don’t realize that the motors are made by Toyota.

Everything is looking good!! You’ve got this for certain!! Happy Spring!! ❤️

That looks like my week. I tried so hard to be productive. Since the weather was good I tried 3 times to charge the battery on my riding mower to no avail. Then I thought I would at least weed eat. Nope, it didn't run either. Both are fairly new! So now Im sitting around on KZread.😢

😂😂😂 I thought a raccoon got in.

@Robin_Goodfellow

3 ай бұрын

There aren't any raccoons in Alaska though

Hey, if things aren’t permanent yet, I highly recommend having your kitchen on your left when you come into your cabin by the front door and scooting your bookshelf and bed to create a “cozy corner” towards the back where you have the cabinets now. It’ll separate the spaces more and keep the messier kitchen type stuff by the door which tends to get messy often, and leave a more “sacred” cleaner space by the window in the back!

@SaraSaraBoBara1

3 ай бұрын

I was a little puzzled that he sealed the sink when there’s no water. It’s not the end of the world, but can complicate work later.

@MyCabinLife

3 ай бұрын

​@@SaraSaraBoBara1it makes perfect sense if he's going to keep it a dry cabin.

@SaraSaraBoBara1

3 ай бұрын

@@MyCabinLife His friend mentioned running water, so I assumed that was his future plan. But his friend is also a jokester, so he might have just been saying stuff.

Yay! Hello from Australia.

Lots of progress, albeit at some degree of pain and frustration on your part. You could benefit greatly from a general construction handbook or search out some KZread video's for your projects.

..binge watching here...I just love you content it's just so genuine no sugar coat just a real you..that's why I love it..and I even let my 11yrs old son subs on your channel..because it's just pure genuine no cover ups,,a he said you really do have. A story to tell a real deal mom..I'm just happy for you Mick

So good to have you back! I loved this video. Take care. See you next time.

It's maddening about the curtains. But alas, oftentimes they only sell them in single panels. Great job, Nick!!

@cedarrockcabin3633

3 ай бұрын

@@OIII-IOOO ha! Typo! Tks!

@cedarrockcabin3633

3 ай бұрын

Sorry for the typo "M"ick!

Will you add a porch to keep snow & rain away from door. Maybe large enough to watch rain or snow. It helps with having another place to have in bad weather 😂 Help you grow plants or food??

Each challenge is ending in more knowledge , skills and improvements to your cabin and yourself. Stick with it and you will have a cabin you can enjoy. It does wonders having another set of hands and a friend to laugh with...I was a much older single mom and I was thankful to have my son when I was building a cabin. Thank you for another video. Curtains are dumb...you never know if it's a single or double. Also, a birch or aspen branch makes a fantastic curtain rod...just slightly bumpy. Or you can string a cable or wire and use that as a curtain rod...just use a nail or screw at the half way point.

Glad to see you back.

So happy to have you back! 🎉

You will get it done. Good to see you trying.

Great progress. The cabin is looking great ❤

Mistakes and missteps make memories! ♥