For me, the biggest take away I got from this video is that some people build their careers throughout their lives but this guy builds his life as a career and I think that’s wise and beautiful.

@fourdayhomestead2839

3 жыл бұрын

Many people see his wonderful choice of "life as his career" as a mistake on their part (the thumbs down on this video proves that). I regret not making that same choice at younger age! Continued success to him with his choice!

I quit my job today, and I am rather terrified, because it wasn't according to some tidy plan like I like, but I want to give you some of the credit (yes credit, not blame!) for helping me to be brave enough to do it. I've worked in higher education in mathematics for 25+ years, with many highlights, but some lows too, and times when I really wanted to make a drastic change. This time, it was COVID, and being required to teach face-to-face even when cases are getting worse where I live. I'm not courageous; I'm probably a generation older than you, Daniel, with the middle-aged creaky joints and all; and I lack almost all practical skills and knowledge ... but what you said about taking leaps so you can *live*, has really been hitting me hard. You say a lot of poignant things that get to me, and I think I can't ignore it - it can't be an accident that I've been hungrily watching channels like yours about self-reliance and simplicity, for the last several years, that I'm trying to grow a garden for the first time, that I'm trying writing and art like I've wanted to do since childhood. There's some deep need in the spirit there. And even if I'm a latecomer and the path is foggy, I've got to try to follow it. Thank you again, very very much!

@daveowens

2 жыл бұрын

How are you?

@marieindia8116

2 жыл бұрын

All the best...

@annemariemoormann996

2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@celestiakock7207

2 жыл бұрын

Well done to you.

@acornhomestead3575

2 жыл бұрын

you are not alone by any stretch of the imagination. i have been odd-job-bob for most of my life. very well educated bum to be honest and these are my people...those who want to homestead even later in life (im in my 50s but damn it, here we go) i have wood working capabilities, gardening for a few years some successfully some not so much, i have "creaky joints but a big heart. Daniel's rantings (with love) speak to me also and i am anxious to get onto my own homestead hopefully in this 2022 year. not sure of the location though...i like Daniel im in the UK also at the moment but i am not tied here (or anywhere) and have the ability to go EU, UK or Canada (born there but do not want to go back ) thinking UK or Ireland for me somewhere. that remains to be seen. So i would say...be scared but carry on. and if you need to chat to someone im sure there are loads of us floating around on facebook too. good luck

I had a massive heart attack at age 46 whilst trying to survive the corporate treadmill and have spent the rest of my life trying to live what's left 'my way' . Hampered by broken health my wife and I have still enjoyed ourselves - including adopting two you children 17 years ago - and make the most of our time together. My only regret is having been seduced by the toys and baubles used to trap us into an unrealistic and undeliverable expectation of life, before coming to my senses - at the cost of my health. I applaud you wisdom and courage to be your own man.

@MossyBottom

4 жыл бұрын

That's an all-too-common story, similar to my own father. Getting through it and rebuilding your life is remarkable. Thank you for sharing. :)

@markwhittaker6866

4 жыл бұрын

@@rcb8771 I second that.

@ApriliaRacer14

2 жыл бұрын

You’re not alone mate. Many more of us waking up having paid heavy costs along the way.

@johnnorth9355

2 жыл бұрын

@@ApriliaRacer14 but we survive and hopefully get to pass our hard learnt wisdom on. Hope you are good and take care.

I came from a family of 9, and my father died in his fifties as well. There was not a lot of money in my family, but in truth I never missed a meaI and I was raised by good, kind people. I am well educated, and looked wistfully at those whose parents paid for the educations, and went on holidays in the summer, while I worked. Due to a lot of circumstances, partly of my making, I went through some very difficult years in my late 20's and early 30's. I used to look at those as lost years. In truth, that was the time I learned all the really important things about how to live, and it forged my character. I am grateful now for those years. In the end, what is important is picking a path that suits you, and pursuing it. Even if it costs you friends, the approval of society, and financial security, it is still worth it. I congratulate you. You learned this lesson a lot sooner than I did.

@jenmorricone4014

3 жыл бұрын

Well said, Jimmie Oakland. So pleasant to read a thoughtful response such as yours. Thank you!

@MsYingyang2

2 жыл бұрын

Jimmie I too came from a family of 9. Lately, I have been giving my parents so much credit for all that they did. My only regret was not letting them know that when I was growing up. I agree with you 100%

the love in your dog's eyes when he looks at you is lovely to see. He absolutely adores you. His eyes shine with it. Border collies wear their heart on their paws.

I really tried to listen, but Mossy stole the show. What a character. He is pure love and clearly believes the sun rises and sets over you. What a lovely, purposeful, life you are living. You both made today a bit more special.

Your parents raised a kind and refined young man.

Just found you. I’m in New Zealand...feel the same about this world, lots of us do..it’s called an awakening.

I think what you're doing is wonderful. There are no guarantees in life (a car accident at 24 put paid to all my hopes and dreams). So, live as you wish to. The life you've chosen is a good and healthy one. I love your posts. And, I'm so in love with your beautiful, affectionate and faithful dog. Good on both of you. Greetings from me in South Africa.

@SpecialgiftsLA

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there..thanks for sharing your comment wisdom..It's very thought provoking ..I'm an artist that was never encouraged or able to use my gift as it demands a lot of time and seeming isolation. .although there is nothing like this feeling of creating or expressing through a gift. .now I'm 40 plus and working shifts at an opticians just so I can secure an income but really can't yet seem to find my groove within that. I am however saving as much as I can ..have a children's book in the process which is a goal I have set..I do love these vids and look forward to see the video of the dog as he has stolen my heart too.🍷🍻here's to Mossy Bottoms success..Liyat LA

@koala8768

4 жыл бұрын

Im sorry for you. But your profile picture is cool 😌

@ragemodels

4 жыл бұрын

All the super healing best to you !!! Profound statement 🙏🏼💚🙏🏼

@garymichael8591

4 жыл бұрын

I'll catch some waves for you, G'day from Australia.

@mangelwurzel476

4 жыл бұрын

specialgifts LA I share a similar history. Wanted to be an artist from age 9 but circumstances and lack of encouragement (which I so needed) meant that now, at age 58, I am still working as a medical secretary in order to pay off a mortgage. I have finally started to paint again with the encouragement of my lovely husband and realise that at my age I have to just crack on and do it now, rather than wait until retirement or until my circumstances change because that time may never come! Much success with your book - enjoy the process because that’s why we do it isn’t it?

Thoroughly enjoyed watching your dogs face as you were talking, thank you. :)

@angelinasouren

4 жыл бұрын

So did I!

@starduck8014

4 жыл бұрын

me too :)

@chefevilee9566

4 жыл бұрын

Me too! I lost my two senior dogs in 2017. I am in no position to be able to get another dog. So I enjoy watching vloggers who have dogs. But I did adopt a really ancient senior and she is a amazing blessing.

@simeon2851

4 жыл бұрын

That is a very contented and happy dog.

@jamesvincent9135

4 жыл бұрын

Admit your male privilege, or you will not be eligible to sleep with me or my feminist friends.

I'm a 49 year old male here in England and everything you say resonates with me. I just haven't acted on these feelings because I've been sucked in to the system and family responsibilities. Good on you and loving the posts!

@flairmaister

2 жыл бұрын

never too late, especially if you're in good health

Dog: I have no idea who he's talking to or what he's saying, but I'm going to alternate between liking his face, and looking like a cool bro with the wind in my fur.

Hello from Az , USA 🇺🇸 I have been watching, but never posted ‘till now. I can only dream about such a peaceful way of life now at 65. You can feel the most lovely quality of your life listening and watching you both. And How elegant, articulate and sincere your story is. For me, you make planting.. harvesting, digging, building a precious journey. This brings out the hidden poet in me that longs for the joy of a life, without regret. I think that will be the ultimately be your legacy for your future. Your kind and gentle heart is a breath of fresh air. Just like where you are sitting. Carry on working your wonderful life. 🌹 I enjoy the escape of watching you and this wonderful, sweet hearted dog.

@ruthanna4713

4 жыл бұрын

eileen corado well said ❤️

Collecting water, The Story Of The Cracked Pot: For Anyone Who's Not Quite Perfect An elderly Chinese woman had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole which she carried across her neck. One of the pots had a crack in it while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walks from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the woman bringing home only one and a half pots of water.. Of course, the perfect pot was proud of its accomplishments. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection, and miserable that it could only do half of what it had been made to do. After two years of what it perceived to be bitter failure, it spoke to the woman one day by the stream. 'I am ashamed of myself, because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house.' The old woman smiled, 'Did you notice that there are flowers on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?' 'That's because I have always known about your flaw, so I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walk back, you water them.' For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table. Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house.' Each of us has our own unique flaw. But it's the cracks and flaws we each have that make our lives together so very interesting and rewarding. You've just got to take each person for what they are and look for the good in them. SO, to all of my cracked pot friends, have a great day and remember to smell the flowers on your side of the path! Moral: Each of us has our own unique flaws. We're all cracked pots. But it's the cracks and flaws we each have that make our lives together so very interesting and rewarding. We've just got to take each person for what they are, and look for the good in them. NB

@gkopij

3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful story, thank you💚

@grandmasstories3418

3 жыл бұрын

Great story

@great-garden-watch

2 жыл бұрын

Love this story. Why does wisdom always seem to be a thing of the past?

Love from an Irish lady who lived in NYC for 30 years. Happy now to be back living on the family farm here with my brothers. Admire you.

Your Dad's story brought tears to my eyes. Go forth and live how YOU want to live. I wish you nothing but health, a watertight roof over your head and food in the ground and your belly and sunshine xx

What most people fail to realise is that there is only the 'NOW'. Nothing else exists. The past you can't do anything about and the future isn't here yet. Most people are living in a prison of their own making worrying about stuff and nonsense. I'm pretty much doing what you are doing but without the tumbledown cottage. Mine is standing and has a roof. I lost my job in January and decided I really didn't want to work anymore. I'm living off of a small pension that wouldn't even buy a beat up car, until I set up on my own. In the meantime I'm growing our food. My husband works for his self but doesn't earn enough to pay tax. We get by but we are happy. We are in our sixties and if the Government hadn't taken my state pension with only five years notice I'd have some money coming in. We have a few luxuries but who cares, what are luxuries but things you don't really need? I'd back my kids 100% if they chose to do what you are doing. There is no dignity, or power in being a debt slave to either the Government or all those other self serving entities who grow rich on our labour. Good luck to you, I love your ethos and your honesty.

@BobBob-tr9bc

4 жыл бұрын

Best of life to you both

@junitolopez3762

4 жыл бұрын

This has to be the best comment of all time. Just because everyone know it, but we are in denial

@rosemaryspencer1501

4 жыл бұрын

Wounderful.

@williammorse8330

4 жыл бұрын

@@junitolopez3762 idealisms that are fostered through culture and perceived need push and can keep you in this mindset or self inflicted prison.... the way out is to find your passion or passions and give them priorities.... suddenly most of the fear and dependence seems to disappear and the now is the joy. greetings from Bellows Falls, Vermont and Rosswein, Sachsen where I am enjoying (relatively) my own passions. .... two, when possible, is better though, as the social need is always there... best wishes to all of you....

@jonathantaff3007

4 жыл бұрын

@@williammorse8330 Brilliantly put!

A very enlightening video full of wisdom, humanity and serenity. Thank you so much!

@keen2461

4 жыл бұрын

I was about to write the same, but you beat me. It's hard to find a person of his age with such beautiful perspective and wisdom.

@rosemaryspencer1501

4 жыл бұрын

So true.

@restccpow1504

4 жыл бұрын

like, you are nice person, whats your mbti?

@DianeD862

4 жыл бұрын

I like it to very thoughtful lots of love Diane xxxx Colin 🏳️‍🌈🌈😋🐸

I am a orphan in my 50's,miss my parents so badly but my mum said your a long time dead,go forth and live your life,I can do this with joy in my head,get up early everyday and make the most of it,my parents are with me in spirit everyday,I realise prob a bit late in life we are on this earth for a reason ,I think that it is to enjoy with good friends and family,not the partying good time but contented mind good time,

I recently watched one of your videos where you talk about being an introvert, this was enlightening for me. I finally realised that it’s okay to be introverted and it doesn’t mean I’m being rude or standoffish, I’m just not a people person, particularly in crowds. Blessings to you both.

@rbnutwood2735

4 жыл бұрын

Ja Ho Me too ;)

@matthewcage4550

4 жыл бұрын

Liking your own company seems to be a sin in our overly socialized society.

I've been waiting for an update!! I think about Mossy Bottom often.

@DianeD862

4 жыл бұрын

So have we love it love Ireland 🌈💚 love to live there xxxxxDiane 💯💓💚

@CORRIGEEN71

4 жыл бұрын

@@DianeD862 lots of cheap house like ur man is in for less than 3ok

@DianeD862

4 жыл бұрын

If only it was so easy we can dream or longer holidays to Ireland and Dublin love Diane xxxx Colin 🌺🍀🏳️‍🌈🍀🐸

@DianeD862

4 жыл бұрын

@@CORRIGEEN71 i

@DianeD862

4 жыл бұрын

@@CORRIGEEN71 do you live in Ireland 🌈

I have to admit, I wish I were like you, with the same mindset, physical health, and willpower. Thanks for this video. I think your father would be very proud of you if he could see you now.

Thanks so much for discussing privilege! I live in a housing cooperative that I co-founded and my no. 1 life goal is to never work full time. I also saw my family work themselves to the bone and have no energy for anything else and vowed I would never love like that. Also pls don’t ever worry about talking videos, those are my favorites and the longer the better. Ps ur dog is such a beauty. Well done for following ur heart and I hope it continues to nourish u x

I’m 52, the age of my dad’s age of his death. Brought by my mom to Canada. Had a hard working life here . Having a chance to education, I have improved my life significantly but at the cost of very fast pace life . Now that I have the things that I worked for 30+ years, I want the things that I have left behind in Poland where I was born with a little twist . I want to move to Africa; Tanzania. I love the slow pace of life, the weather; no snow I would like to live off the land own a Doberman, a donkey, some chickens for eggs and meat . For money I could have a clinic and treat people . Wish me luck.

@atulbhagwat8043

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you. I am in the same boat as you.

@obaidmir3182

3 жыл бұрын

@@Maisha-Halisi hello I'm from Kashmir....love this arrangement too

@karenhyland7896

3 жыл бұрын

Wish you luck 🙏👌😁

Always thinking of mossy bottom, love that name, and that dog is so so adorable. You can see that dog adores you. You look the epitome happiness. Yes it is inspiring even at my age.

@jujubees

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was about to say. You can see the love in those eyes!

If times ever get tough and you need a temporary job, I think you would make a great TV presenter or even an audio reader. You have the look and the voice and accent.

@jscanl

4 жыл бұрын

he oozes positive energy. Keep releasing more videos please

@robertlawson1790

4 жыл бұрын

@john connolly OK, and that's fine, but it's not for everyone. I think the idea is to recognize there are different ways to live your life.

@christinaeason7439

4 жыл бұрын

Yes agree you are a natural TV presenter and voice over.

Thank you so kindly for Your words of support. I'm a 58 year old single woman. Former travel agent who had to cash out my 401k 3x to survive. I now have no job, no where to live and no sustainable LIFE. So it's very late in my life but my Dad taught me how to grow, my mom how to can. So now I'm looking for LAND! I live in the Pacific Northwest of USA. I have no tidy plan but I refuse to continue down this same path as last 30 years that has netted me nothing. Peace and blessings to you kind sir and please know how helpful this has been for me. ⚘♥️🕊🍃

We moved to spain 21 years ago and we purchased a house with 3 walls 3 story made of stone washed the clothes in a stream we had cable drums for table and chairs we had very litle money but we now own two house's car have good savings we own every thing we have and got it all from hard work so good luck to you and more people should try it wish you all the best

@kotare86

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Spence sounds marvellous ;)

@Mourad1m

Жыл бұрын

Hello Mike! Moving to Spain is also my dream! I am living in Scandinavia where the summers are very short and winters are very long. I wish i could live in a country where the winters are mild and the summers are NOT TOO hot! Somewhere i can grow vegetables and tropical fruits. I am looking at the south of Spain - Andalusia, but i am not sure where in Andalusia. If you have any ideas, i would appreciate if you could tell me!

@mikespence4722

Жыл бұрын

@@Mourad1m I think thair is one part of Spain the village was abandoned many years ago and the government are trying to bring back to life but property is supposed to be cheap I will try and get some info for you

You are living a wonderful life, I'm sure your dad would be so proud of you! Good luck for the future, Poo

An inspirational speaker and motivator who DOESN'T scream! Much love from Algeria ❤

@MrSemu99

4 жыл бұрын

Just what i wanted to say! He is so sincere

@jscanl

4 жыл бұрын

can you replicate his lifestyle in Algeria? is there agricultural land waiting to be developed in your country? At least you have warm weather most of the time

@aoidosgabriel2777

4 жыл бұрын

@@jscanl My father actually has been doing that for over 10 years or so. He just recently decided to take care of bigger farm animals so he has 2 cows which both are soon to give birth.

I have worked jobs my whole life and now am retiring in a few months with both a federal and state pension. I too have plans for creating massive gardening that I never had time for while working. I feel that I've lost so many good years that I could have been doing things that I wanted to do but I never had your courage and fortitude. I fear I am getting too old to accomplish all my goals and will have a limited time to enjoy them. You are most definitely doing the right thing & and I am very proud & happy for you. 👍

1:24 dog saying, '' hey, why are you pulling on my ear. Hey, stop pulling on my ear. I love you SO much, you can pull on my ear if you like. '' My dog passed away 2 years ago and I'm still not over it.

@grandmasstories3418

3 жыл бұрын

The best cure for a lost love is a NEW love... 🙂

It does not matter how other people see your lifestyle as "hard work and exhausting"....I get the feeling that to you it is Art. You are the craftsman of your reality and doing it all from scratch ...like a potter forming clay. There is something cathartic, joyful and satisfying about what you do. It makes you Happy and that is so awesome. You are connected to your Truth. Lovely dog and You of course 😊

You lifestyle seems so peaceful, I'm loving the vibes

This is just the second video of you I have watched. I find it interesting to find vloggers like you who do not do the fast-paced rapid talk and tight edits typical today to hold the attention of the viewers. You talk slow-paced, relaxed, no fancy tight editing, no fancy music, yet so engaging. Not for one minute was I bored listening to you. The substance and insights you speak of are, to a good extent, compelling. Thank you for sharing. I am an instant subscriber.

Your doggy Moss is so cute I just contain myself when I look at him ❤️and loves being hugged and petted - he is just a true gem ❤️

You have achieved fulfilment and money can't buy that! People forget that this was normal life for a lot of folk at one time and indeed probably still goes on as I'm sure there are many an aged farmer still living this life, just without the spotlight. Love your philosophy, and your doggie!

That is one cute dog.

@ay8292

4 жыл бұрын

@Rex B Barkin' you diddle children. Admit it

Notice how the dog is enjoying the moment during the whole video. No single thought. Just pure love.

I'm from the West of Ireland (Clare) but fairly committed to a semi-happy life in Dublin. I envy your guts and youth. The West needs younglads like yourself to wallow in the harsh beauty down there.

Amen! This is a message we all need to hear we've become so dependant on the system ( Social construct) with our 25yrs mortgage, smart TV and smart phone. God help us when the imminent recession finally drops. I'm praying for myself and others to make this move because their is more to gain than to loose. Welĺdone

@andymccabe6712

4 жыл бұрын

You ought to take a moment to think about what an amazing piece of life enhancing super technology the smart phone is! If people stopped WASTING their life on useless effing social media then maybe they would appreciate what they had in their hand a bit more!! A smartphone performs a VAST range of functions in a tiny package at very low cost. Use it to improve your life - don't be a slave to it .....

@thewildgoose7467

4 жыл бұрын

You have no idea what your smart phone is being used for. It's the key to the jail you'll be locking yourself into down the road. Do some research before it's too late. Do you really think the global corporations are giving you all this free stuff because they like you? Your freedom is being eroded day by day, you're being controlled and spied on and fed misinformation and in the not too distant future you'll be part of a system similar to what's already happening in China with their 'social credit system'. You're already being controlled and you don't even realise it. Smart phones are for dumb people.

@CORRIGEEN71

4 жыл бұрын

What recession would that be US or europe

@RepairerofthebreachHomestead

4 жыл бұрын

Daniel you're an inspiration! Well I'm no expert according to the financial analysis it will be world wide and it will make the Great Depression looks like child's play. However, it's not for us to fear the God Factor is near stay bless you all.

@zeusvalentine

4 жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for the imminent recession for five years

Here was I thinking, wow that dog is very content to just sit there 😆 His true colors came through at the end 🤗. Well done to both of you🌻

I echo what Chris says....you're videos are helping me through a tough time. I'm at a cross roads and it's seeing you and the life you've created that help prove there is more to life. Thanks again for sharing with us.

As a woman now in my 60s I can tell you and your listeners...... Truer words were never spoken! If you have a dream, DO IT !! My generation came up being taught to work at a job and be thankful you had it....... money, things, pension, etc. -- all those things were to be coveted. Now, I wish I had followed my longing along with my late husband and our children to pursue a lifestyle such as yours. You are so very right about peace and contentment being enough. In fact, they are a blessing!

Lol mossy steals the show. He is a beautiful dog.

@sopchips6763

4 жыл бұрын

Tracy's Little Patch of Dirt. And my heart 🥰 that’s one happy pooch who clearly loves his owner x

Always glad to see an update from mossy bottom . How Moss adores you is so cute!

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and life! I don't know if you will read this, but I want to say how much I appreciate the wisdom words in your videos. The life you have here is completely different from mine on the surface (I'm a PhD student in the big city of LA, USA), but I identify with everything you say here about living with thoughtful intention and an eye for the beauty of simple things. I feel a kindred introverted soul in someone who cultivates a relationship with their solitude, and hearing the deep thoughts that come from it. The world and media isn't suited to easily finding these kind of thoughts, and I am so glad to find your work.

You’re an inspiration. We should all have a friend just like you that we can bounce ideas off of, share ideas and aspirations or even just listening to one another and getting a bit of reassurance or encouragement. I truly enjoy your videos.

Thank you for the update. I appreciate your lifestyle. Its like alot in US going off grid. Living just like you. Its a life ive always wanted to live myself. Its being close to your creator. Living a life he called you to live. Simple.

A beautiful life for you and your adorable little best friend x

Thank you for another inspiring video! They bring me a great sense of peace. Your simplicity and the genuine loving relationship that you seem to have with your dog it’s a real joy to watch! I think I may have seen him smiling a few times! 😄

Your outlook is always so inspiring! Thank you for taking the time and making the effort to share a piece of your world with us.

I am very touched by your words. A lot of courage, a lot of ❤️ ; thanks for updating!

Hi Daniel, glad to see you re doing well, beautiful simple life, I wish you continued happiness. My best wishes. Gerard in Wexford.

so nice to see you again Daniel! You inspire me a lot to fulfill my dreams and spend time in the wild. I’ve been spending most of my days in nature recently and it’s beyond healing. Thanks x

I can listen to you for hours. It makes my day when I see that you have posted a new video. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you

the happiest time of life is when there is very little to make one anxious about - just steady work and total beleif in your efforts eventually give reward and contentment - who knows what the future brings.Good to see your update - looking forward to seeing your restoration work on the buildings. Beautiful dog

💖Moss! You know dear boy, I'm a 70 year old Hippie now and loving the retirement I get to enjoy, but when I was 24 years old, I too decided to quit my job and go to Europe on my own. I didn't know what I would DO for money once there, but I ended up in The Netherlands, landed a job in a bank and stayed 5 1/2 years. Returned to the States and tried to live a 'normal' life, but the vagabond in me kept telling me to move along. So I took off cross country again, got a good paying job in the medical field, but I wanted to only work part time so I could pursue my voluntary job working on the ambulance. Well, after 12 years that itch to move back to Europe seduced me so I returned to Holland in 1989 and have been here ever since. I scratch my head sometimes at my youthful folly, but boy I'd do it again in a heartbeat. You're right .. do it while you are young and still have the physical strength to build your castle. Soon enough old age will be upon you and you can look back with pride. 🌹

@simini1837

4 жыл бұрын

Linda Casey wonderful comment!

@samuelelangille2103

4 жыл бұрын

This is beautifully written :)

@LindaCasey

4 жыл бұрын

@Nicky L I AM retired. I paid into the American system since I was 16 until I left in 1989 and into the Dutch system from 1989 until 2009. I also paid into different retirement systems in the U.S. and here. I have no guilt whatsoever as to the small pittance I receive now from both countries. I'm quite frugal and have also managed to save a little money as well. 🌹

@martinhowe3679

4 жыл бұрын

a mature hippy linda

@antondavidoff150

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have children and nephews my dear lady ?

I found your channel a few weeks ago and I wanted to let you know that I find your content and lifestyle so inspiring! So glad that you're documenting it! You have a lovely dog and I can't wait to see the next video :)

Love your interactions with Moss! Reminds me of my kids when they were very young! Always wanting to be the center of attention. Thanks for being frank about the hard work and the satisfaction of completing the chores....this concept has been lost over the past years.

As much as I love the tutorials, I love your shares even more. Thanks for this, I was looking forward to it!

You are quite literally 'living the dream', wishing you the greatest success going forward 🍃

Thanks for the update, Daniel. Glad to see that you are still enjoying the experience. Given one of the video themes, long may it last! Maybe into eternity...?! Wishing you everything good in your journey, Robbie.

Lovely themed chat. Your achievements of a life style and a way of being shine through. Thank you for sharing this.

Brilliant vid,you are the epitome off an amazing quality of life. A simple life but you have everything you need and want. If a lot more people could live like this I think a lot of problems and stress would disappear. Keep up the good work. Love the outtakes at the end 😁 love and blessings x

I love your dog...I am new to your channel. You look like a young Bee Gees . The main singer and I think the only one left alive. I can tell your dog loves you very much. Even though you bought the land and house out right. Do you have to have insurance and also pay yearly taxes on the property? If not...I am moving over there! You seem very content and at peace with the life you have chosen for yourself. Peace and health be with you and your animals.🙏

@andymccabe6712

4 жыл бұрын

BARRY!! STAYIN' ALIVE......!!!

@kotare86

4 жыл бұрын

He looks like a handsome BeeGee you meant 😜

@Mookiethedog

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah totally think this dude is like a Bee Gee

This video/ your channel was recommended for me by youtube’s algorithm, probably because I’ve been super into the life of living off grid, self sustainably etc. I’m 18 and about to go off to Uni to study architecture, which has come fast and is just surreal. I’m sure it’ll take time to get there, but I will do it, for myself but also to give back to the earth. You’re doing an incredible and inspiring thing my dude. Moss is the definition of true beauty and grace. Peace from NZ

Thank you so much for doing what some of us are dreaming of, and showing that it is possible, even if you are basically pulling yourself up by your bootstraps. Really enjoy your content, the simplicity and wholesome nature of it really makes it stand out against the poppier and flashier videos of this type.

Thank you for the continued inspiration! Your videos are a little bit of sanctuary; a window to look into from the rat race and remember there is another way. Keep them coming!

Thank you for the update. Your dog is lovely, and so are you.

You said one thing which really resonated with me: "I'm happy, and that's what matters!"

You are so well versed and soft spoken and the mutual love and affection you and your dog have for one another is heart warming. 🙂❣

Aw man do i want to quit the rat race, holy jesus...Every job I've gone to I've met at least 2 to 3 real arseholes, sometimes a lot more, I've had it with these types; I've been working as a chef the last few years, very negative environment working in a kitchen, not everywhere though. I'm saving money to meet up with my friends in Canada, then i'm saving more and trying to sell paintings, but i have a plan b lined up, i'm also into baking and have been baking for a year or two now, i knead the dough hahaha. Love the channel.

@nicolafigini784

4 жыл бұрын

Jim O'Ryan. Good luck to you with your endeavours. A chef’s working environment is not for the faint-hearted. Once you’ve made that jump, and moved away from your usual groove, other opportunities may come along that you might not even have considered. I think going to Canada, even for a short while, sounds like a good idea. Changing your environment is a bit like pressing the reset button, and allows you to discover what is really important to you.

@hollyhocks7360

4 жыл бұрын

Good luck Jim. Sending all the best from the UK

@vmm5163

4 жыл бұрын

People would die for home-baked bread. If you weren't going to Canada you could bake real organic bread and get permanent customers to deliver to. I always think about the lady who lives on a narrow boat here in Britain. She sells knitting wool and travels up and down the canal network. She has customers who wait till she comes round again to buy more wool for their knitting. Good luck!

@neilbyrne43

4 жыл бұрын

I've been a chef in Ireland for nearly 30 years now and love cooking, but you're right, it's the assholes and working conditions which make it unbearable and it's getting worse. Just be patient work for yourself not anyone else join a union and never let the assholes drag you down.

@irishelk3

4 жыл бұрын

@@paullooney2522 Exactly yeah, the job is very easy, the food is already pre cooked, i would rather cook from scratch myself, but its the head chef...he's a clown.

"I'm happy and that's what matters". I'm a recent sub, love your channel mate, you are so chilled and very thought provoking.

Thank you for giving us so much of your time and for inviting us into your world!! You are such an inspiration and encouragement to people who would love to do what you are doing but don't have the courage etc..😊

you have a calm and soothing manner of presenting things and it is lovely to see things that you do on your land and sharing your experiences. Good luck to you!

Thanks for filling us in on ur previous life and answering questions... I think loads of people including me would love to live like u do ....I do sort of... but wish I did it when I was younger but just wasn't the right time I guess ... Working out what ur priorities are is half the thing ... I'm sorry u lost ur dad so young . Mossy ur funny 😍 Good to see u post again .TY

Thanks for the update. Great to see you chugging along :)

I absolutely love your quote! Well done, your videos bring peace, really nice feel. Wishing you true health and happiness. xx

What a lovely video, thanks for taking the time to explain realities of what quitting the rat race is like and how it's worked out for you. I'd love to chose a similar lifestyle... money, or lack of it is the main obstacle at the moment. Thanks for updating us all

Very nice thank you. A nice video about your solar-powered water-pump and how the system works and delivers water would be awesome.😁

Thank you, I really needed that reminder as to why I'm doing something similar down in Kerry :)

@robloxandfidgets

4 жыл бұрын

Why don't you put up a video and let us see what you're doing, good luck with your plan

Thank you for weathering the cold and sharing such gentle and wise insights. It's a joy to see the renovation progressing and the Mossy out takes never fail to make me chuckle. Keep going! So inspiring!

I was just watching some of your videos this morning wondering how you were doing. Thanks for taking the time to share a video during a busy time of year.

@tmdavidson1478

4 жыл бұрын

Are you sitting on your cottage wall?

Your dog is so darn cute. Your life style is a choice that suits you well. We can see the progress of the stone work. So pretty 🌻

Love from Gateshead. Followed your channel from the early days. Wishing you every joy immeasurable. xxx

@terrydavis6368

4 жыл бұрын

where is this filmed?

@moiragoldsmith7052

4 жыл бұрын

@@terrydavis6368 Ireland...South I think. 👍

@nicolafigini784

4 жыл бұрын

Moira Goldsmith West of Ireland. 😀

@moiragoldsmith7052

4 жыл бұрын

@@nicolafigini784 Cheers m' dear. 😁

This is total wealth to me. I was brought up in the west of Ireland and I completely understand where you are coming from. You are such a joy to listen to. And, in spite of not sharing with you in quite some time, I am thrilled to know you are still hanging in there. I too remember going to the well with my two buckets. And, I have forgotten the name of your precious dog. A very beautiful creature and he’s absolutely madly in love with you. So very sad you lost your Dad at such an early age. Be the best you can be and loads of health and joy as you continue your journey. of late I appreciate

Water is free in Ireland so check how far your house is from the main system. you might not have to pay much to get it installed. About work though you are absolutely right. In Lithuanian we have saying which roughly translates to "Work makes a person beautiful/decorated" which is a saying that stuck to me trough my life so far. I wanted to make my life easier for my self by going to university and studying what I thought I loved but the more I did it the more I realised that it's not what I really want from life. I realised that I am much more happy working for farmers over summer doing physical work and on free time just making all sort of projects, trinkets and things than I am during college when I am sitting at a computer all day drawing and stressing about my deadlines and I realised that If I continue doing this after college it's only going to get worse. I honestly did not know what I was going to do once I was finished with college. But once I found your videos a month ago or so I realised that this might be the right thing for me. I only got a year of college left so once that is done I will get the best paying job I can till I get money to buy some run down cottage and do the same thing you do. probably will try to sell some art as well on the side to get some income if I get the chance to. So thank you for your videos they are truly inspiring me to go and live a more simple but much more full life. BTW even though I am quite far from even starting my journey with renovating an old cottage. I had a lot of thought of what I would do with it to make it more spacious. One thing that I would do would be to make the sleeping spaces in the attic. That way you would have a lot more space downstairs. Since you are making an attic right now I thought I would throw that idea your way.

@kotare86

4 жыл бұрын

Modestas Salvis Lovely quote! If you are interested in cottages, tiny homes or homes from shipping containers could be something to look into. Lots of great ideas from KZread ;)

@modassalvis

4 жыл бұрын

@@kotare86 Thanks! I told my sister about the idea I have and she told me to look at the channel "living big in a tiny house" so I been watching their videos all day yesterday and today. It is defenetly an interesting idea of having a house on wheels. But I do like the look of the old stone Irish cottages so I am not entirely sure which I will go for both, ideas have advantages and disadvantages. I guess only time and my future budget will tell 😅

@grandmasstories3418

3 жыл бұрын

... as long as there is good insulation under the roof. Attics are very extreme in temperature, I think.

Your passion to find your own happiness is truly admirable. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

Roof is looking great! Can’t wait for a video about the restoration!

Another great video. Inspiring. You radiate a sense of peace and serenity. And I'm in love with your dog. Wish you many happy years together.

Greetings from North Carolina. Your wisdom and bravery really shine in this video. Feel blessed that you touch and inspire all of us with your sensitive and frank sharings. As always, I look forward to the next update. Thank you😊

I have watched from the beginning and just love your journey. Thank you for sharing 🥰

i quit my job today with no plan at all,it was making me so miserable so I bit the bullet and walked out.im the same as you I don't chase money I chase time

@markwhittaker6866

4 жыл бұрын

PREACH! Things will work out right. Stay strong and stay blessed.

@mediolanumhibernicus3353

4 жыл бұрын

Good luck! Send us updates.

@brooklyn4642

3 жыл бұрын

How is that going ?

Thank you for your wonderful vlog. It's so nice to see people like you, doing, pursuing their dream.. All I want is one day to live in the woods! Yes! Hear the birds and hear the rain, feel alive each day.. Time is precious. Life is great! 🤗💖👌

KZread recommended this for me. There is that saying, "chop wood, carry water". There is a beauty in those acts. Lovely video. Gorgeous dog!

Such a kind, thoughtful man - just glowing with spirit. And your dog was very zen, until the end! haha!

Long awaited and beaming smile to see the notification.

You certainly sound contented to me. It’s obvious that you are on the right path for you and It’s so very inspiring, to me, to hear you talk. You speak truths by experience and I find great value in that. You always have the effect of making me feel more motivated to live my dream. Thank you. Your dog is amazing by the way! He obviously is very connected to you. Very cute.

Your video is so refreshing comparing to what's going on globally right now, good for you mate to have this peaceful kind of life. I love your beautiful dog, he's so adorable! Take care & God bless you and your dog. Lots of love from HKG ❤️