It’s your dream to live. I enjoy the show not because I have expectations, I watch because it takes me away from my hectic life for a short while.

Shawn .....I'm 75, I'm a retired architect, yet in my life, I've left the main stream many times doing my own projects and various adventures by which many thought I was nuts. Example, I'm presently residing in Southeast Asia causing most friends to be so damn angry, they refuse to communicate. I often reflect how most wish for me to have lived life as they wanted, or conformed to their way of thinking or just plan dang critical ...and all I can think is, they need to live their life and allow me to live my life. Viewers or friends who are critical are NOT walking in your shoes. WE can't go through life pleasing others, they're never satisfied and it makes us miserable. Personally, I think what your doing is all GREAT ...just spread some hay over that exposed earth to help stop the erosion & the grass will grow more quickly. Hang in there Shawn, your doing fine. Thanks so very much for allowing all of us to watch your progress over the years. Blessings

@rhoveen

4 жыл бұрын

So well said! I wish most ppl would think and act like this. Blessings!

@heatherclayton-callaghan4270

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree. There is much wisdom in your words of encouragement !!! An old head on old shoulders has the advantage of combining both the dreaming & the living, 👏😃💞🙏

@chowmikki

4 жыл бұрын

I'm a female, 76. We used to own a family cottage but I was forced to sell. Family matters. Rather than have the money sit in the bank, I bought what I could afford, a 10 acre lot with mobile home. A well and satellite connection. I hadn't planned to spend much time here but do now because of the virus. My friends think I lost it. In my younger years I lived in the Ottawa valley with hippies who have since passed on. I think my older friends are nuts for living in the city with all that virus going on. Everyone should do what they feel like as long as no one gets hurt. This is my lifestyle. Me and my 2 dogs. My family do the 5 hour drive once every 2 weeks to make sure I have food supply and am o.k. Do what you feel like doing, live your life to your enjoyment and not for others.

@patrickkelly1689

4 жыл бұрын

I agree Ms. Wyman ...especially with the comment you make about people gathering in the cities, only to spread the virus and bitch about life.

@patrickkelly1689

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Heather

I'm nearly 76. I had my cabin in the woods and a home in Fresno CA. I think there comes a time when one "ages out". My wife and I used to love to work for an entire day at the cabin. As you get older, work becomes more difficult and the work hours shorter. It is not my life story, only a chapter. I think the planning and building was more fun than the living. That's just me though. I admire what you have done and your willingness to "Think out loud" for your watchers/listeners.

@kenshores9900

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with what you said. You put it well.

@sonnyc3826

3 жыл бұрын

id think the same also the thought of the project then it becoming a reality i think would be more satisfying than living out there.

@kenshores9900

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing how as you get older that the things that were once easy are very difficult.

@dwightk.schrute8696

3 жыл бұрын

I think the beauty of life is that you never know if it's about the journey, or the destination. Some may know, but it's the biggest secret.

@kenshores9900

3 жыл бұрын

Dwight K. Schrute And you can only comment by reflecting on the past. You put it well.

Shawn...i was one of those few who stopped watching your episodes for a year and a bit. Not because i do not believe that what you are doing is lost or that you have lost the plot, its just that i started to get a bit jealous seeing someone with a goal as strong as yours. i will never be able to do what you are doing simply because i live in a country that is crime infested and property like that is worth millions. But then one day my son came to me and started to ask about what it would be like to live a self reliant life in the wilderness, tucked away from everything and living off the land. I immediately could refer him to your videos and now i am back catching up on the footage you have made, with my son. See, i see it as what you are doing might not be possible for people like me and my family, but it brought me and my son together watching the dream that is possible in both our hearts. Please do not feel discouraged and do not listen to negativity. Reading the stuff what most of your subscribers are saying is a blessing to see that we as a society need your footage to keep our self believing in a life where we can escape to..even if it is just you sitting looking a fire for 40min, My son constantly asks me when we can watch "The mountain" man videos again!! You mean more to us than what you think. Thanks James.

@MsAmique

3 жыл бұрын

Jealousy is a horrible thing.

@bromandave7381

3 жыл бұрын

Your words speak for multiple

@theamused8705

3 жыл бұрын

I'm jealous as hell of what he's doing yet I love to see him and others have the opportunity to homestead and be successful at it.

@kjelladrian3205

3 жыл бұрын

As a non native speaker of the english language I'm not so familiar with the difference between the words envious and jealous, but maybe jealous is a more negative word of the two? Anyway I'm also a little envious about what Shawn is doing, but I'm definitely not nonindulgent toward him and what he does! And that's a big difference. He inspires me's and give me good ideas on how to build and other things. I think maybe what Schalk is saying is that it also can hurt if you're for example living in a country where this isn't possible to do or if you have other obstacles that is difficult or maybe impossible to overcome. I of course indulge Shawn in what he''s doing and I think it's a shame he has to move because of nonindulgent and overly childish neighbours and other things. I would have loved to see him develop this place to what he wanted. It hurts to see him spending about 6-7 % of his lifetime on a project he has to walk out on. Although it doesn't seem he's too depressed over it, and he has probably gained a lot of experience during these years that he can apply on his new project.

@cyberlyd

3 жыл бұрын

L

I find it ironic that people are watching a guy on their computer, who's making videos with his digital camera and editing them on his computer, build is "self reliant" lifestyle and complaining that it's not "natural" enough. Shawn has always been completely open about the practical limitations of self reliance, and is working to maximizing his within the context of a modern interpretation of that goal. I think the balance is as good as is practicable and I've learned a great deal from watching him. I've enjoyed being brought along for the experience. Good riddance to those who think they could do better...from the parents basement. Thanks Shawn and keep up the good work. It's been inspiring.

@clintdavis9511

4 жыл бұрын

That's real close to what I was going to comment. I helped my dad build a log cabin in the early to mid 80s. He did as much as he could but the foundation work (it was built on a slab) was done in trade for work out of his 9-5 job (owner-operator of Mid-State Tire and Auto) He was also a machinist, welder, fabricator, blacksmith, gunsmith, etc. I cant do half what he accomplished. How someone can sit in front of a screen and criticize Shawn is beyond me! Let them go into the woods and live off the land. No power tools, 4-wheeler, Generator, chainsaw, etc. and do better! It cant be done. Not 100%. No way.

@pacaluvr7963

4 жыл бұрын

Scott Clausen very well said!

@earthangel8730

4 жыл бұрын

💯👍🌟😷

@VolkXue

4 жыл бұрын

a lot of those people most likely believe in those 100% fake history channel and discovery channel shows

@siegridthomas9674

4 жыл бұрын

I am with you....well said

Life is so very short, you need to take your happiness when you can. My late husband wanted to live like you but we never did it. His job paid so good that he always called it the golden handcuffs, later in life he wished that we went for it and to tell you the truth so do I. I admire you for doing what you want. The world is falling apart and you are better off where you are. Peace and beautiful nature.❤️❤️❤️🤗

@4philipp

4 жыл бұрын

If you feel your late husbands dream is still alive in yourself, you can create your own version of it. A cottage garden would sound lovely to me

@lindahusson4206

4 жыл бұрын

4philipp I am a young 69 years old, I live in Florida now but I still have my cottage in NH which I visit every summer, except this one. I grow vegetable and dehydrate and I live life the best I can, so thankful for these videos, as it makes me happy that others are following their dreams, My husband And I loved The mountains of Colorado and New Mexico, years ago we went in search of land out there, but pressure from his job and kids not wanting to move we caved in, But we had a great life and we got to the mountIns whenever we could. Thanks for responding!❤️

@paulawagstaff686

4 жыл бұрын

I only found Shaun's site 2 days ago. First one I watched untill 4.00am almost needing matchsticks to hold my eyes open...You and I can live the dream through him. I am in New Zealand, but dud live for 1 yr in Alaska, so I am SO enjoying this..I am not so well now, but I am beyond happy to drink in every minute of Shauns life and camera work...I thought to myself on the first video...' WOW this IS amazing, I can still live the dream, it's like I am there...so let us both enjoy the dream.

Ignore those who say negative things about what you have done with your like!! Most of them don’t realize they are jealous of what you have done, which is absolutely amazing, and they are too lazy or not motivated to go to that much trouble for themselves. I am 79 years old and if I were young again I’d love to do it too. I LOVE to garden. It is my passion! I am very proud of you and for you for all you’ve done. Live, love and be happy!! Thank you for all you have taught us! I adore Callie! She is a joy to you I am sure! Enjoy living YOUR dream!!

Shawn - let me tell you something - You, Sir have inspired me and my 17 year old son to build a log cabin at the dam on our property - i say to heck with those who criticise you - i take my hat off to you and respect you . well done

Shawn, Having lived this lifestyle most of my 63 years, all I can say to those who are upset is...... you try it and tell me how much fun it is to find yourself hungry in the forest when it's well below freezing! No really, please embrace the dream and we'll see if you don't find it necessary to tweak your vision to survive. You're doin great brother, stay at it.

@carolfugaban2071

4 жыл бұрын

You are so Blessed your work will pay off Keep on going love from Michigan

@MIGHTYRIVERS19

4 жыл бұрын

WHAT A BLESSING , YOU ARE LIVING YOUR DREAM , LOVE **

@tomt9543

4 жыл бұрын

Amen!

Those who criticize your lifestyle haven’t taken the time to evaluate their own footprint.

@lgwjrwhite588

4 жыл бұрын

Absolute ly

@davidpanizzutti3043

4 жыл бұрын

the reality is that no one can ever live a totally self sustained life....one just needs to consider that just the t shirt on ones back most probably went through hundreds of hands before you purchased it, from the cotton seed grower to the cotton grower to the cotton wholesaler then the retailer and the weavers etc. No man is an island

@tm502010

4 жыл бұрын

IVIITCH0 - This!

@janejago9825

4 жыл бұрын

So true... and always the way. Anyone who could look at what this man shares about his lifestyle and feel that they are walking the walk to some superior degree is likely a delusional hypocrite. . if not then I would love to subscribe to their youtube channel.

Shawn, you are a Renaissance Man, Teacher, Artist, Craftsmen, and Survivor but what makes you special is your love for your family and friends!💕🌲🌲🌲

Just the silence, being free and hearing the birds singing; priceless.

@williambeaumont1312

3 жыл бұрын

@Zach The golden retriever; what a dog..

"When it gets hot I'm going to pack up the tools and go fishing." See, you are definitely continuing to live the dream. Carry on with your plans, you are a remarkable man and need answer to no one except yourself.

I don't know why anyone else watches your videos, but I do know how much it relaxes me. Watching you work and play with Kali is fantastic to me.

@wisconsinfarmer4742

3 жыл бұрын

I like watching because he is so good at all those things I did once upon a time.

I am a woman of 79 years old and i watch your "My Self Reliance" every day and love what you do. My husband and I planted pine trees on our little place in Mississippi 60 years ago. Love your comments

Something you said caught my attention. You said that you wanted to go feral and use old technology. But when you think about it, those that went feral took with them the cutting edge technology of the day. Guns, Flint, Steel, horses, clothing they always grabbed and took with them the best technology for the adventure.

@jannerantanen5121

3 жыл бұрын

That is a very good point

@620powa

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, excellent point!

Criticizing people who are doing things they want to do has become a career. Responding to them is a waste of time. Stay above that and turn them off. Block them, all of them. You have more than enough to do so don't waste your time. Its July already and summer is short.

@omniaparatus1890

4 жыл бұрын

Winter is coming as they say

How could anyone be disappointed from watching someone living a fulfilled meaningful life ( in his own right and way ) ?

If there's one thing I've learned is that in this day and age is everybody wants to have a voice, and those that can't do complain and whine. You keep doing what you're doing, I love your content it's very relaxing and self-satisfying to see thank you for doing what you do.

Shawn,I’m 68 and have lived all my life in London, I look forward to every new video as a bit of escapism from city life.Take no notice of your critics, I reckon there’s a lot of jealousy. I did visit Algonquin in 1990 and loved it

Love watching your journey. I’m a 63 year old male working 70-120 hrs. a week. My world is not very pretty. It gives mean escape to watch you follow your dream. I’ve watched all your videos. Continue to give me some hope. Your friend, Wayne Perry Molino, Florida

Let he who hast carved a home out of the wilderness with his own two hands, his own money, and almost no power equipment cast the first stone. ;)

@Onegoodyarn

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly..

@Soaring561

4 жыл бұрын

I enjoy his videos like thousands more!! No need to give any explanations...enjoy life !

@PabloEnoc01

4 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@kirbyholton1082

4 жыл бұрын

Amen Brother.

@brittanyr8357

4 жыл бұрын

Love it

I would like to concur with the sentiments others have commented. My husband and I are long-time subscribers and watch every week. I even bought him one of your Cabin Life t-shirts for his birthday a couple weeks ago. The cool part about what you do is live your dream, but the operative word there is "your." You owe no apologies to anyone for how or what you do. It's up to you. As a professional historian who specializes in the European Middle Ages, where virtually everyone lived the type of localized, self-sufficient, agricultural life you are trying to create, I'd like to say a few things as they relate to what you seem to be apologizing for and/or trying to do.... First, I think you are using the terms "mountain man" and "homesteader" interchangeably, which is somewhat incongruent. Those are two different types of lifestyle. In the tradition of the American West at least (and I'm assuming things were similar in Canada?) a mountain man lived a pretty solitary, unsettled lifestyle, mainly living off the land through hunting, fishing, trading, trapping, etc. Whereas homesteaders created small settled farms and lived on agricultural produce they grew and traded with others. I believe you are trying to homestead. Second, as part of a traditional homestead experience in the past you'd find almost no one who wasn't relying on domesticated animals such as horses or mules (for labor and transport), cows (for meat, milk, and manure), or sheep/goats for the same, etc. I know you have had chickens, but the issue you bring up in this episode about not being able to potentially generate enough daily calories on your own is one partially born out of a choice not to include these animals and attempting to rely solely on hunting, fishing, trapping, and gardening. Having to supplement food supplies by going into town is not a failure. Even Dick Proenneke got a periodic visit from the "grocery store." Third, you seem to apologize for needing the neighbor's help. Here is another area where the modern romantic idea of living off the land diverts from how people who actually did so in the past functioned: Community is a necessity for survival. Period. Almost NO ONE dreamed of living in isolation free from needing the assistance of others. There is independence and then there is misguided independence, and it was simply tantamount to suicide to try and live without the help of others. Trading goods, helping each other through borrowing and exchanging labor, and even providing companionship because this type of life even for the most private of people can quickly become one of drudgery and loneliness, were all elements that enabled everyone to survive throughout essentially all of human history. Tribes were developed for a reason. Lastly, I think it's inescapable for the times in which we live that you will end up living a hybrid life of sorts. We live in the modern era and escape from the rat race and self-sufficiency is a dream and/or fantasy for many. You provide a small window into that escape for legions of people who will never achieve what you have. Again, the best part about watching you (other than Cali!) is that you are doing your own thing. Very few people get to do that, so we understand the limitations that living in a modern, post-industrial context might impose on how you achieve your dream. As I always caution my students, "historical context matters." You live now, not in the 19th century or the Middle Ages, and so it's perfectly okay to live in accordance with one's time. Just put your own twist on it and live your best life. I think THAT is the most important example you hold up for others, not whether you are getting the nit-picky details correct. Keep livin' the dream. "Authenticity" is what you make it.

@laurafedora5385

3 жыл бұрын

I agree that back in the day, your neighbours were in the same boat and you could trade/barter with them. I think it’s not possible to completely be self reliant, but I think you can get pretty close. I’m enjoying the journey

Shawn, you have done something amazing on that land. And I think you have been honest and realistic from the get go. Some people want to put their ideas in someone else's head, you have not pretended to be something you are not. I love your content!

There's an old saying from WW2; "If you're not taking flak, then you're not over the target."

@grandmasfarmlife

4 жыл бұрын

@Just think 13 more than he should have. Why can't people be happy for SOMEONE ELSE, and stop being so narcissistic? This isn't about THEM. It's about the lifestyle Shawn wants, and HOW to go about doing it. If they don't like it, move on....

@torurmidjord9909

4 жыл бұрын

How very true!

@franklabitzke2470

4 жыл бұрын

Flak means something like air defense cannon

@grandmasfarmlife

4 жыл бұрын

@Just think its an old saying for 'crap'

There are degrees of self reliance because "no man is an island." Even my grandparents had friends who helped them build their ranch home.

@wendycoates4929

4 жыл бұрын

Hi..just stand back and look at everything you have achieved..you are working so hard to fulfill your dream..you should be so proud of yourself.Dont let peoples negativity destroy this.. .don't let them take your dreams away. Keep positive....love from Uk

@enigmathegrayman2953

4 жыл бұрын

I am indeed an island.

@sroberts605

3 жыл бұрын

Ha! I was thinking of John Donne myself - we live and relive the pain and joy of being part of many

Your videos help my wife with her debilitating anxiety. It is so bad that I have contemplated leaving. I love her and do what I can to help her. Medication is not doing the job. She really says watching your videos makes the anxiety go away. You have no idea what this has done for her and us. Please keep this in mind. It seems many watch for the therapy. It's "your" self reliance and nobody else's. Your videos have been a life changer.

You’re building an off grid life and I think it’s great! Keep up the good work. And remember, never apologize, never explain.

@VinodMenon10

2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more

Well said. After all, it's "My Self Reliance " not "What Everybody Else Thinks Should Be My Self Reliance". Keep it going, Shawn.

@alex23k

3 жыл бұрын

great channel i hope one day i can retire a have a cabin like yours ,Have you thought on raising quails to create the calories needed? and to be full off grid, do you ever get sick? what medicine you have to have?, where in ontario canada are cheap properties? well enough for questions lol, best wishes take care

If you ever need help or want to talk let me know man. You are a huge inspiration to a ton of people. Those people that are "disappointed" in your channel are really disappointed with themselves and thier lives.

Also, you don't have to meet anyone's expectations on this channel. What you have accomplished is so out of the ordinary and amazing. I was thinking there are so few people who have your skills, the range of your skills and knowledge. In addition, your stamina and devotion to your principals is not something you see everyday! You are an inspiration.

You seem to be like such a nice man. I think your place looks great and you have done a great job building your dream. I have watched every video, and some two or three times. You have worked so hard building your cabin. Just live your life and do what makes YOU happy.

Mr. James Sir all i can say is that you had a dream and decided to go after it... And along the way you have realized that there are other things that you can add or remove from the base idea in order to sustain yourself and provide for your family... Sir people seem to forget that if people do not adapt to situations, nature, seasons, etc. Then they fail... Sir please keep doing what you are doing for you and your family. Also sir you are a inspiration. Respectfully.

For decades I have often heard that "sticks and stones can break my bones but words will never hurt me". It wasn't until I was 50 that I realized that was all a lie. Words can hurt and sting a persons heart and unsettle you. I am sad that others disappointment concerns you to a point you feel you have to explain yourself. Thanks so much Shawn for sharing your dream with us, no matter how many modifications are needed to increase your independence for you and your family. I thoroughly enjoy watching your journey, it's a very special and precious piece of work for one to contemplate and ask themselves what our journey should be.

@2bczar4u

4 жыл бұрын

I disagree. If someone is doing this just for their own benefit then they wouldn't need a monetized youtube channel or even a channel at all. Your audience is your customer. Their attention and their time and their opinion is worth money. If you don't care about your customer then what is the point for the customer. Btw the old adage 'Sticks and stones..' you quote is incorrect. It ends with '... but names can never hurt me. Which is a different meaning than 'words'. Yes, our interactions should be kinder but falling into the PC world of trigger words and words are violence is a slippery slope to stay away from. When did we all become so sensitive that we want to avoid the reality of meanings.

@MrPossumeyes

4 жыл бұрын

@@2bczar4u I grew up with ".... but words will never hurt me." A broader meaning than "names". But .... whatever.... but I agree with Epiha! Monetization just isn't in the picture, there. And if it was why comment? Meet the customer's needs and you'll have customers... fail to do so and you'll have fewer subscribers/customers.

@Epiha

4 жыл бұрын

@@2bczar4u You haven't watched this [his videos] from the beginning have you. You really think Shawn needs our money?

@Epiha

4 жыл бұрын

I know he's alone to build his multi-use workshop and green house he's always talked about for two years and he and his wife had to find another normal residence for his daughters to return and stay with mom during the pandemic. I'm pretty sure his family have not forsaken the guy and left him altogether, but you probably have the inside scoop on their life so I won't question that. Anyway I realize the homestead is his dream but I feel almost certain his family was part of the plan. Meanwhile I'll just keep watching.

@MrPossumeyes

4 жыл бұрын

@Bobby Brady He does do it for his family, even though they live elsewhere. He's mentioned it often.

Yo, my man.. You don’t owe any sort of explanation/apology for anything! What you are doing and sharing with all of us, is amazing! It’s even made more amazing by the fact that it’s real. You don’t sugarcoat anything. As a 47-year-old man, I feel very proud of what you have done, and continue to do. Keep it up! We love ya!

My daughter and I have had a dream to homestead for about 4 years. We have been studying how to do it. Watching you we realized we need so much more knowledge. Thanks for inspiring us. God bless you and your homestead. Greeting from Boston Massachusetts.

Dude, I can't imagine anyone having issue with what you're doing. There's no rules. I have always felt like you're simply graciously sharing your journey to discover a life/life style that fulfills your desire to feel one with the world (natural and civilized). I sometimes scratch my head trying to understand other people who say, "I'm not living by their rules" and then they judge others by some doctrine associated with their beliefs which is really just another set of rules - seems hypocritical and for me at least - anyone trying to impose their belief system on me is at somewhat offensive (e.g. I'm not leaving one doctrine master for another...). Your videos are great, your philosophy is fantastic and your pragmatic acceptance that not everything modern is evil is reassuring. In the real world, there's no absolutes. Satisfaction is directly related to finding one's own "right" balance and leaving judgement of others behind. Thank you. I've been sharing your videos (on both channels) with my kids since the beginning and they are meaningful.

@bbodybenny

4 жыл бұрын

I second everything Saint Stephen has said. I could not have worded it any better. 3 years + down the track and I am still tuning in each week and watching your progress, cheering you on silently and understanding precisely why you need to make small course changes in your philosophy and lifestyle. Still what I would call the most legitimate off grid transition I have seen. Remember Shaun. Even the Quakers and the Amish communities call in their neighbors for help on the big jobs. One man alone cannot move a mountain.

@CosmicGorilla

4 жыл бұрын

Good comment, we evolved to need to fit a social group and for that group to have a differentiated culture, alpha leaders and social pressure to conform. The trick is to follow your own path kindly, this guy does that beautifully.

@worldpeace42069

4 жыл бұрын

To feel one with the world, YESS! This guy, knows. Well said mate. 👏🏽👏🏽

@CantrellLeatherGoods

4 жыл бұрын

Saint Stephen so well thought out and stated. You’ve eloquently put into words what I have, without conscious, thought have believed. Thank you.

@jannibal9273

4 жыл бұрын

Bottom line is that I've learned a lot watching Sean's videos. I'd bet good money that the same type of person who judges him as less than an "ideal" homesteader wouldn't last 2 weeks trying to build their own place, let alone put in all of the work Sean has done over the last 4 years to get to the point where he is now. Just watching him cut down trees, logging, stumping, building up those mounds of earth, scrounging for loam, etc. etc. to build up a garden that will be fertile enough to give him good crops - Geez Louise - that exhausts me. And I haven't lifted a finger! At 68, I know how much it takes to get out there when it's 90 degrees F and 67 dew point and it feels like you're in a sauna in the middle of the Sahara Desert that I am exhausted after cutting a front lawn that is maybe 70 feet x 20 feet. Sean isn't anywhere near my age, but it's not going to get any damn easier for him. Those who think they can do it "better" - then get off your butts watching these videos on KZread and get out there and do it yourselves. PROVE IT TO YOURSELF YOU CAN DO IT BETTER. Ha.

What does Ole Rusty say-"I do me & you do you!" Meaning, people get back to respecting one another! People have rights to their personal individuality & do not have to explain themselves to others! Thanks Shaun James for your great examples of "hard work pays off!" Thank you for sharing it with the World!

Your dog thinks you should take more play breaks :) Your accomplishments are awesome and your workmanship is beautiful.

Just found your channel a few weeks ago. Thanks for being so realistic in the pros and cons of the life you've chosen. There're too many channels that only show the good side, and never the challenges.

Ignore the negatives Shawn. It’s usually people who are jealous. If I was 20 younger I’d do what you doing. Have a ball! X

@jaimhaas5170

4 жыл бұрын

Mary how old R U?

@firefoxkitty3

4 жыл бұрын

I'm working towards it at age 67 with being strong on the gardening and growing.

@jaimhaas5170

4 жыл бұрын

@@firefoxkitty3 that's the spirit kitty! I am only 57 but anxious to give it a good dose of "off grid". I can't stand the power machines that are running every darn day in my subdivision. Ridiculous living here.

@maryjones8554

4 жыл бұрын

jaim haas 64.

"You should only care about what people say when it is from people that you care about" - Me

@SherryEllesson

4 жыл бұрын

...and even then, only if what they say feels right in your gut.

@daveweber1331

4 жыл бұрын

And I think that's what Shawn is doing; He cares about his subscribers, and doesn't view a percentage of them as "naysayers", or at least, treats them kindly, and with respect. I suspect that's why he has so many of them! :-)

I am 70. I know the difference between dream and reality. How you live and you have grown is reality. It takes more than most people ever realize to completely walk off grid and have a good life. It takes years. And acceptance. I watch your stuff because I find you real. And honest. I learn. I enjoy my views into a life I would have loved. But it takes work. Money and help. And time. I learned that on my little 7 acres. Keep on growing. In all ways. And thank you for keeping it real.

Shawn I recently discovered your channel and it is so highly satisfying. It would be selfish of me to ask you to continue doing what you do. You have done your due to make people understand the kind of life you are living. Please do not overburden yourself. You are such an honest man speaking from your heart. Thank you for showing us your dream, it makes me so relieved to take my mind off so many things around me. Thank you Shawn, you are amazing, would love to follow your future dreams and I am sure the modified ones will be equally amazing

Greetings from Prince Edward Island! You have motivated this 56 year old to start her own garden and to learn to use a chainsaw for our wood stove. Thanks for being so inspiring 🌼

@CountyClaire

4 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to go to PEI!!! :)

@2oldcrowscleaning538

4 жыл бұрын

Claire Kohler it is beautiful and you would love it I’m sure!

@wisconsinfarmer4742

3 жыл бұрын

Woman wielding a chainsaw, Automatic like.

Shawn, it's not your responsibility to live up to the expectations of others, or what they think you should be doing to please/make them happy. Happiness is their own responsibility. This is your life, your homestead, and I for one am blessed for being taken along on the journey. Your ideas encourage incentive and ideas of my own. Keep up what you're doing, how you're doing it. And really, don't waste valuable time and energy on non-productive people seeking happiness and satisfaction from anyone other than their own efforts. Most of us are totally onboard with you.

@judyleblanc4848

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It is true.

@PlainStraightShooter

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to see what I was thinking Donna Baardsen. Shawn, I have always admired what you are doing. Looks like a perfect plan to me. I don't think people understand what it takes when your where you are or me at 61. Better have that self reliance going, or a good 80 percent providable and with little effort. That way like you say if something happened or when your older, you can be less stressed in what your habits or with out taking on a whole new project to provide more efficient. I think I put that together right. LOL Looking Good there.. Cali looks happy so there ya go.

@donnabaardsen5372

3 жыл бұрын

@@judyleblanc4848 Amen, and you're very welcome!

I’m always interested to see what you’re doing! Dreams grow up and mature, just as those who dream them do.

There are many young men out there that don't know what a boiled egg is... Your channel has provided a great and rich amount of entertainment, healing, joy, inspiration and so on to many of us. It will be an awesome experience to grab a shovel and help you Sir!

In my ancestry, I have a true Mountain Man, John Coulter (sometimes spelled Colter). He was the first white man to discover the Yellowstone area, which on the earliest maps is called "Coulter's Hell". He was one of the first Mountain Men in what has become the USA, and he was not entirely self-sufficient. He had to buy food supplies now and then, though he would live off trapping and fishing in winter, with the staples he had laid up in advance, and in the Spring he made his way to the nearest fort or trading post and traded furs for more staples when he ran low. John Coulter was one of the youngest on the Lewis & Clark expedition to go from St. Lewis to find a way through the Rocky Mountains and eventually to the Pacific Ocean. This was in the very earliest of the 1800s, and no one had yet found a route. It was considered a very dangerous quest. He is my favorite ancestor and was greatly respected in his day as a man of his word, of good and steady character, brave, loyal, and independent. He was an excellent boatman, fisherman, hunter and trapper. You remind me of him. I think what I admire most about what you are doing, and have already done, is that as things have changed, you have stayed true to your dream and made what modifications you needed to make without ever giving up the dream. Adding gardens and a pond--what "abandoning" is this to becoming ever more self reliant? It isn't abandoning at all, but increasing the dream. You have my 100% respect and admiration. I'm a long time subscriber and am not going anywhere. You post, I watch. I only wish I had been lucky enough to find a man of your character, integrity, and dreams to make a life with, doing what you are. Your wife and family are lucky to have you.

@grottoserpentina9342

4 жыл бұрын

Jean Blythe--I just looked up your ancestor John Coulter on Wikipedia. What an amazing life!

@jeanblythe1595

4 жыл бұрын

@@grottoserpentina9342 Someday, perhaps one of Shawn's grandchildren, will write a book about him and share him with the greater world, as Coulter's family did for him. Great men need to be remembered--and oh what an amazing life indeed :-D Shawn's life has been amazing too, and should be recorded. That's why I am so glad for his channels on KZread.

Your dream, carried out with practicability. Sounds the smartest way to go. Stay safe.

@susanfowler4228

4 жыл бұрын

Agree. Be well.

@colettelavery7452

4 жыл бұрын

Great videos Shawn I really appreciate all your hard work and Cali is fantastic and knows what you are thinking almost take care and God Bless you & your family

@nilceschitz176

4 жыл бұрын

Gostaria de que colocassem legenda em português

Shaun, thank you for simply sharing your story and helping me keep going with what I’m doing in life. Thank you

Do not listen to the haters of the world. I fully enjoy watching as its a break from my reality of being a Paramedic in a city in today's world. Thanks for allowing us in to your life. Stay safe.

We watch you and your journey to live vicariously through you. I enjoy watching you fulfill your dreams, ever changing as life does. I support you and your dreams. Carry on, do your thing. Best wishes from PA

@Icrownqueens

4 жыл бұрын

Your comment, i think sums up the thoughts of his real 😊subscribers. You literally took the words rights out of my mouth.

Dreams at 17 are not the same when your growing up having a family, getting older ect.. Your dream is not dead just modified it's wonderful.

As a new viewer I enjoy your past videos along with your new posts! You’re a huge inspiration for the ones that want to live this way along with the ones that simply enjoy watching your journey! You will be an inspiration even when you’re gone with these videos! Keep these videos coming!! 🙂

I have only been watching for a few month's, I truly appreciate an enjoy watching your videos on both channels. I've learned quite a bit of new things on how to build new things. Again thank you, also I was taught that a man's life is his own an what he does in that life is up to him an his family no one else's. Have a super week and weekend. Hopefully all the family members are doing well.

Look, Mr. Shawn, you are living Your dream, modified, as life Must be. We are enjoying being the ripples from the stone you are in the water. Bless you, my dear sir.

"What other people think about me is none of my business."

@ireneburke1732

4 жыл бұрын

I never let negative people occupy space in my head. There's just not enough room.

@sacredstonecards9051

4 жыл бұрын

Well said.

You don’t owe any apologies Shawn. It’s been great watching your homestead evolve and grow.

I’m astounded at what you’ve accomplished. You’re far more self reliant than 99% of folks

Jealousy is a terrible thing. Many wish that they were doing what you are doing, so they become very negative and jaded because they want your life, or so they think.

@betsyscales1066

4 жыл бұрын

I don't think everyone is jealous. Some people just don't like his "footprint" effect on nature. I don't feel this way, but some do.

@internetexpert8153

4 жыл бұрын

@@betsyscales1066 😂 its funny cause those individuals in one day have a bigger impact then this guy does in a week. So it's pretty hypocritical of them

@Butterflygirl1871

4 жыл бұрын

Internet Expert my thoughts exactly.

@InDisskyS131

4 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure you are trying to express “envy”.

I think people have to realize this is a dream lifestyle , but its your dream not necessarily theirs. They dont have to love everything you do but should appreciate the sacrifices you do to obtain your dreams. Life is like a river that meanders along , it sways this way and that but never straight to where you are going . It will always get there eventually though. Nolan BC

WOW Shawn - to hear a man like your good self questioning and exposing your feelings about this thing you do (Your Life) is inspirational chief!

Why would anyone dislike you? It is so good to watch your videos and very relaxing. You and your family live the way you like and believe in. Much love to all of you from crowded Holland-Europe.

I’ve never commented before but I have genuinely watched your channel for years. I find your videos therapeutic. They inspire and influence me, they also lead me on search adventures opening thousands of tabs of things to read that I would never learn. For that I am eternally in your debt. The reason I wanted to comment was mostly due to the negative feedback critical comments and dislikes. I honestly think right now your audience is growing in size and that the bad is just a reflection of percentages. You should start looking at Fan Only options, because this journey is about you and I am just sitting here eating dinner thinking, “ok where is the dog and how did he dig out that? “ maybe you could just post a trailer here and then your content elsewhere, where you have more control over any abuse. Regardless of whatever you choose I will still be here watching and enjoying what you post. I hope you can really remember that the negative comments always come from people with bad energy. There no light in bad energy. Learn to let it pass through the sieve. Love from Scotland.

@victoriasann1772

4 жыл бұрын

Lucky you

I'm Brazilian, and discovering your channel, saved me in that quarantine.Not because I stayed at home, because I don't live in a big city and I had the privilege of being able to leave, even though it was against the law, but your care with your activities inspired me to be a better person. I swear to you that this is true! You, Callie and her family are already part of my prayers. Your videos are my favorite current novel. I observe and admire the respect you have in everything you do and that respect affects us. May the angels protect you, Callie and your family, always! A hug from the Brazilian winter.

I enjoy the Adventure of watching all the different things you do. The Land and water sceneries and even just a little things that you do are enjoyable. You’re a very good person and you’re fun to watch.

I've been following both your channels, since last 2018 (I think?) and it has been an inspiration! While checking in every weekend for new videos, I check the ones I missed during weekdays. It is so refreshing to watch the Wilderness flourish in your care. With Cali by your side (my daughter would say, Oh it's the Cali and her Human Show!), your family and friends around you, nature sustaining you, the good life indeed abounds! I say inspiration because I am soon retiring from teaching (60 yrs is retirement, I'll be 60 next year, in March) and have long been looking for ideas on how to live off grid, if not, semi-off grid somewhere in the mountains near a river or lake. And lo and behold, I discovered your channel! This grandma is eternally grateful to you for sharing your life, and the values you esteem most. The dream is so much alive! - Weena, from the Philippines 🇵🇭

I have learned that dreams evolve as you go along in life. I am 68 going on 69 and life and dreams are still changing. Good luck and HAPPY FISHING!

You are doing the right thing.....it is a dream most folks have but, they are too lazy to do the work it would take.

@Icrownqueens

4 жыл бұрын

🙋‍♀️my dream but too lazy. lol

@gailfranceschiri

4 жыл бұрын

@@Icrownqueens Hahahaha! Me too!!

@chrisharvey440

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe some are lazy. I think most are unwilling to take the chance and risk failure. Plus we all carry so many obligations and it is hard to set aside those responsibilities.

This is an interesting channel. I just started watching this recently, and because my time is valuable, I don't stay watching if I feel something isn't useful. Your videos are. You are doing a great service to others. I don't think you realize this but it's true. Yes, much has changed in our world but some things have not. Caring, family, faith,hard work and resiliance, to name a few, have not. You have accomplished a heck of a lot on a short time. What you have discovered is invaluable, too. These are life skills we have to learn in any stage of life. We're growing everyday...... Our forests here in Northern California burned recently. Many have lost everything. It is beyond words to describe. Many people watch your videos now with a newfound interest to see that there are still people like you who have bounced back after a loss. And in fact, some have gained even more by learning powerful lessons especially from our fire and rescue persons, and other helpers. Please consider teaching your skills to the younger ones. Apprenticeship is a long lost trade nowadays. My own son learned much from elders over the years and I don't think he would have learned it any other way without good solid men who took the time to pass it down (and up) to him....sometimes for "free." He helped many others as I am sure you could also use with having some kind of barter system where you could teach your skill in trade for labor /help??? in your area. (Suggestion) Or at least write a book because what you are doing is so valuable. ❤ Just saying. Good luck and best wishes in all you do for yourself and others.

I have been fascinated by your journey. You are an inspiration and I have loved every minute of all your videos. This is just the next step in YOUR (no one else) journey. I love watching your progress and your next project and will continue to watch, no matter what you do. You are awesome.

Here's why I watch... Building structures, tools, garden, some food, nature, self reliant, man and dog (love Cali), bro bonding (joe, Doug, ted, jim, Terry, bushcrafting, maple syrup harvesting, like the pond thing & like watching the alternative lifestyle. We all watch for dif reasons. Can't wait for workshop, cellar, greenhouse build, et al. 👌🐾❤

I’ve never seen anyone work harder than you for what you want. Imagine if we all worked together to create that lifestyle for ourselves, how much easier it would be to achieve.

@newheaven5146

4 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed.. Amen

@nemesisantaresbynormandomc

3 жыл бұрын

That is true I hope everyone see it like this I'm leaving how to value live WACHING his videos also he takes only what he needs

You’re a smart man! Congratulations on all your achievements Shawn! Blessings to you and your family!!

Your videos inspired me to get off my lazy ass and do something meaningful. Keep doing what you doing nevermind the haters. Greetings from South Africa.

When my husband & I purchased our 63 acre block here in NZ I was 6 months pregnant with our youngest son who is now 8 (with 2 older sons 23 & 27 lol) We had no power & the water into the existing home wasn’t working. We had a gas hob & a fireplace. We had grand ideas of how we were going to live in the bush etc. My husband still works & now we have a off-grid power setup. (Water wheel & solar panels). A wood stove oven (it doesn’t snow up here - subtropical) that heats the home & water & we cook on/in it. Internet, & a large vegetable garden that is growing constantly.... We have rivers surrounding the house & yard area so irrigation is set up also & the harbour is a 25 minute drive away (Excellent fishing. Known for Marlin). We usually shop once a month or longer. During lockdown was a bit different. We had enough food to get through but certain things were hard to come buy due to the panic buyers, which changed our shopping routine. But, It has made us look at being cut off from all the outside conveniences & what we need to know. We’ve raised pigs, milked a house cow, have chickens. But you’re so right. It’s very hard to completely break from certain needs. We’re lucky that most of our neighbours are like minded. But yea, I totally get what you’re saying. And having family means responsibility. Yup, it’s not as easy as some would think..... Unless you’re part of the Hollywood version 🤣.... Your vids are so enjoyable. They remind me of why we moved here. That untamed drive, inspiration.

@curtisep5885

4 жыл бұрын

God Bless you & your family. That sounds like an amazing journey for you & your bunch. I bet it's beautiful there.

@Leo-Nee

4 жыл бұрын

Curtis Ep Thank you. It is beautiful during rain or shine. And we are continuously learning. We both grew up in the country but our home allows us to explore all kinds of things. We could never live this kind of freedom in a built up area..... Hubby was a trained plumber but never had building experience. Now he knows so much more.... I was crap at gardening but now I’m in love with it. All due to necessity. Good thing about our property. You have to cross 2 fords (river crossings) to get to us. And our 8 yr old son Hunter loves his home. It’s one big adventure park. ❤️ I do have uploaded videos of some of our journey. I haven’t really gotten use to the whole camera/vid editing/ KZread thing yet. 👍

@bekrijasam

4 жыл бұрын

Hi In Canada there are two organizations that would love to know about the wellness of your off grid children: Children's Aid Society and Catholic Children's Aid Society Also any "dwelling" that are larger than 100 sq feet has to meet all Building Codes(provincial) Standards and Safety Standards . Homesteading has been abolished in Canada long time ago,........ Off grid is possible as long as It doesn't involve any family life. Greetings and salutations to all.............. Please correct me if I am outdated.

@flangekiwi

4 жыл бұрын

Kia Ora from me and my quarter acre section 💗 You're in a similar situation as my brother on his 120 acres☺ Kia Kaha Kia Toa and Arohanui to you and yours, from me and mine👍🏾

@Leo-Nee

4 жыл бұрын

M J Awe thanks 😊

Please keep your spirit of INDEPENDENCE alive! I enjoy your project immensely. Thank you for igniting my imagination.

Best wishes for you and your life project, Shawn! I've spent my whole Saturday night watching your videos, tons of inspiration. Greetings from Costa Rica.

G'day Shaun, I've only just started watching and feel that those who are disappointed in your efforts are fickle types who probably wouldn't have it in them to do what you have achieved already. To believe that this type of lifestyle could be achieved with no monetary input, in this day and age, is a little short sighted. There is a lot that goes into becoming self sufficient and I feel you have done a brilliant job. I have watched many of your videos with tears in my eyes. The serenity, the hard work, the reward you are a special type of bloke and an inspiration. Thanks for sharing your journey with us I hope one day I can do as you have done. All the best, from Australia.

Calli’s paws and legs are coated in mud, and she’s loving it. 😂 I think it’s great that you let her just be dog.

@lorigondek9291

4 жыл бұрын

You need not try to cast pearls to pigs. Meaning you are passing knowledge and understanding is the new normal for all lands. I thank you for sharing how one can make due without damaging but coming together, whom hold similar outlooks.

@lorigondek9291

4 жыл бұрын

Please don't waste your valuable skills on those who judge. Any levels in judging are not open to independent ideas. My opinion anyways.

Everything comes with a price tag, inexpensive or expensive. Our family enjoy the videos no matter your thoughts and land decisions. Cheers Shawn and James family!

Been tuning into Shawn's videos since he started and I think what he is doing is great.

Keep up the great work Shawn! Your videos have helped inspire me to work towards my own cabin homestead. I really appreciate your honesty about what it’s really like and the obstacles you overcome. I’ve been a long time subscriber but rarely comment on any KZread videos. I just want to thank you for sharing your dream with us and encourage you to keep it up. Your doing a great favor to all of us young men and women who have similar dreams by showing the realities and struggles you face. Be safe and God bless you my friend.

Shawn, you have to do what you feel is right for you and your family. God bless and keep up the videos for those of us who appreciate all you do and the time it takes you to do what you do..........

Nothing is free, live your dream, you worked hard and this is your reward..🙏❤

@joycemares7787

4 жыл бұрын

You could never disappoint, please don’t spend your valuable time listening to detractors/critics. 🌲🍁🌲

As a younger man who loves how much you've given to learn from, and is excited that the cotent continues, I appreciate your thoughtfulness in reaching out to the few who might be disappointed. I commend you for caring enough to explain that you don't intend to hurt anyone's dream by embracing your own. To me that is an invaluable quality in a mentor, to make the effort to explain that disagreement doesn't have to mean cancellation, but is actually an opportunity for unity through diversity. My Step Dad always says : To each their own. Over time i realized its usually in relation to showing me a valuable lesson. A lesson he acknowledges that I have the freedom to accept or reject as a man myself. In short I agree with most of the comments below that you don't need to explain yourself, but thanks for reminding us that a man can if he wants to. I believe that is something to aspire to and you have my respect.

I think you are wonderful! You and your dog brighten my day. I couldn't live your lifestyle, but I love that people like you can.

No need to feel like you have disappointed any of us, love what you’re doing and it’s great to see you overcome!

After reading Henry David Thoreau's "Walden," I did a lot of research on him and the place. He would walk to his mother's house once a week to do his laundry! I'm sure there are other funny examples of just how much humans rely on each other and, personally, I think that is noble, not demeaning. What stands out on your channel is your work ethic -- the fundamental energy that is required for that lifestyle and what most people lack. Thanks for your videos!

@ginawhisnant9966

4 жыл бұрын

Thoreau also built his cabin on land he didn't have to buy, it was owned by his mentor Emerson, who also for the most part fed him.

@SenderBudYerGood

4 жыл бұрын

I envy this man because of his work ethic. I wish I had the energy and drive this guy has for sure!

@richardbrophy4120

4 жыл бұрын

@@SenderBudYerGood also he works in an environment of blackflies. I could not too that unless I was forced to ( in a chinese re education plant ie) jail

@faithsrvtrip8768

4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Thoreau's father owned a pencil factory and was a wealthy man. Thoreau was not poor. He also walked to town for a meal and ale most nights.

@faithsrvtrip8768

4 жыл бұрын

@Amy Sternheim : Yep. That is a 15 or 20 minute stroll, each way. Not hard.

I just found your channel a couple of days ago and have been binge watching your videos. IMO the 'disappointed people are living their dream through you and your not doing it the way they think you should. Ignore them. It's your dream, your way. I have enjoyed all I have seen you do and look forward to future videos of you sharing YOUR dream! Thank you so much for all you share!

I think most of us just enjoy watching what you do. I've learned so much about things just watching you. If people are disappointed, then that's sad for them and not your responsibility. I always tell my kids that if someone called me lazy, they'd be lying. I'm retired and a full time homesteader without the homestead. To be self reliant, you have to bust your butt constantly. Today I chopped 30 pounds of vegetables, canned and dehydrated them, fertilized the garden, watered the garden by hand, took care of my 94 year old neighbor, and then all the every day stuff that has to be done. Even though no one sees any if this, I'm super proud if what I can accomplish. You're giving people free content that they can take or leave and some complain. Ridiculous and wreaks of entitlement. Thanks Shawn for being just a great human being.

Life and dreams are ever evolving. A life without change is no different than being caught in the grind. You begin to live others expectations of your plan. Then your right back were you started from. Yes, in a much more visual trap. You owe nothing to anyone but those you love. You owe only to yourself. Do not compromise. It’s your dream , ever changing that I follow. I honestly would unfollow if you didn’t struggle, change and modify. Please continue to follow whatever inspiration leads your journey. Most hate comes from ignorance. Keep educating.

@cmrpeach3470

4 жыл бұрын

☝☝Yes. Exactly

@marystrenke3050

4 жыл бұрын

Well said!!! Thank you for sharing your journey.

@dianapovero7319

4 жыл бұрын

You said it perfectly.

@johnair1

4 жыл бұрын

yes do what you think feels right. Follow your intuition. Some people judge without having a proper knowledge about the things you mentioned "Independence" etc. We are social beings therefore we rely on being in a relationship with other and have a connection.

@viadharmawheel

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, dreams or hope instantly changes but sometimes so subtle that one can't feel "when did it change." And yes, never give up. As long as we have life, live. This being said, cherish time spent and be cognizant of your dreams and do not put off what you can do today. "Next Year" can be viscous. I agree that I was amazed in the beginning, a man building a homestead with his own hands using traditional methods from materials from the land. These were the wonderful times, in the beginning. No disrespect to the later videos, but the initial videos were just wonderful in a simple way. I am a very philosophical person so I can appreciate his later videos and the spin-off of Shawn James. But is just doesn't compare with the genuine and fresh beginnings, and this is no fault of Shawn; just his journey which is ever evolving. Godliness bless...

No, not “disinterested. Just not watching as often as I was previously. Having lived with my grandparents on a “farm” some 60 years ago where we pretty much did everything possible by hand I understand how much work it takes to do what you are doing. It’s not easy nor always fun doing those things that need doing. My grandfather was the toughest many I have ever known in my 72 years and I believe you are right there with him. So hang in there and if there are those who say you are buckling under well tell the to try to keep up with what you’ve done for just one month.

@zsuzsannabak1530

4 жыл бұрын

I am still looking forward to new episides, what's the progress and also like your thoughts. Thnx fir sharing

@zsuzsannabak1530

4 жыл бұрын

I believe everybody had to modify their plans recently

@MrGuy-cp1gt

4 жыл бұрын

@@zsuzsannabak1530 it's called understanding your mortality. Kannada is cold old place when there ain't no power , but it doesn't have to be .

Ive been watching this channel since the start, I've never been disappointed with a single video. SHAWN, PLEASE KEEP IT GOING!

Water off a duck's back. You're doing a great job. Been watching from the start.

OOH, and if this platform has a "thumbs up" and "thumbs down," it should also be modified to have a "I'm so jealous" button!!!!

@mortdog

4 жыл бұрын

Jealous of what? Do you not see the amount of labour that's put into the site? Hours of chopping and stacking logs to name but one task?

@InDisskyS131

4 жыл бұрын

Your grasp (or lack of) the English language pretty much makes your comment complete nonsense.

@wisconsinfarmer4742

3 жыл бұрын

I get it, I know what she's saying. Got a chuckle out of it too.

You have completely exceeded my expectations. I love watching everything you do. It’s a total adventure. I made a decision a long time ago not to listen to your detractors. You are living the dream. I love watching you build your wilderness kingdom. It’s amazing. This is an exciting treat for me. I love following along to see your dream as it progresses. Thank you for sharing your wonderful life with us.💖

I’m amazed how much you love the bush and how aware you are of your environment and the footprint you have made. It’s just so inspiring and wonderful and how talented you are. Just thanks for sharing so much of yourself keep living your life exactly how you’re doing it and love Cali 💖 Wish you and your family the best from Aus.

Appreciate the explanation, I love what you do! You seem very reasonable and level headed, which is rare these days. Great work on the videos, and your construction skills are very good! You seem EXTREMELY patient, and that's also a hard thing to find these days.