Hi, friend. I'm from Russia. My city Yekaterinburg. This Is The Urals. I built a house, too. The house of logs. I watch all your videos. I started learning from you. Your videos are inspiring. I'm really looking forward to new videos.

@janvandijke8604

4 жыл бұрын

You shold make a video and show us your house!!

@roastingpeanuts

4 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@DatsWhatHeSaid

4 жыл бұрын

"The house of logs" :) I like it.

@danielleterry180

4 жыл бұрын

Пронька Грязной wow that’s awesome 😁

@emkay1182

4 жыл бұрын

Am i the only one reading this with an russian accent? 😂

My dad always said a wood fire warned you three times; once when you cut down the tree, once when you chopped and hauled the wood, and once with the fire itself. RIP Dad. I miss you,

@sqwizard9819

3 жыл бұрын

I miss your dad too

@maratonlegendelenemirei3352

2 жыл бұрын

Can I borrow that please?

@amirahanan7731

2 жыл бұрын

I miss him as welllll 😪😪😪

@jaythemachine3845

2 жыл бұрын

What does that mean?… City folk here 🙋🏻‍♂️ lol

This is like healing to watch and listen to , asmr on the ears , the snow crunching , the wood cutting , the metal and steel sounds , and the visualization, and the nice dog.

His dog is the sweetest thing!! Goldens are such a great breed. Like angels on 4 legs

@noblevictory2200

3 жыл бұрын

🐾💜🐾 Indeed

@billmoultos2970

3 жыл бұрын

All dogs are angels

Something really relaxing about this channel..think its the lifestyle of how we should all live.

@nickchapman9752

4 жыл бұрын

If only we all could.

@SherryEllesson

4 жыл бұрын

"should" is kind of a strong word. Some would love this kind of life - for others it would be anywhere from uncomfortable to downright impossible. What I would suggest is that everyone find their own "comfort" place and work toward it, as both of these people did. It sure as he** didn't happen overnight.

@nickchapman9752

4 жыл бұрын

Impossible is also a strong word. 😉

@hanorabrennan8846

4 жыл бұрын

Spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.

@southernindianaoutdooradve7783

4 жыл бұрын

I'm sitting at my desk at work sipping on coffee, relaxed and tuned in

Another beautiful evening spent with the James Family!

Is anyone else absolutely hungry as anything after watching that pizza being made and cooked? Gosh that looked so darn good!!

@davidturner4610

3 жыл бұрын

Me, I was watching another episode of him cooking mmmm, I felt envious seeing I’ve had no tea !

@elizabethroker587

3 жыл бұрын

The food always looks good

@genarogarcia523

3 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethroker587 ko

@rangeriver

3 жыл бұрын

Hhhh

@waldfrau9215

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same meal yesterday, baked in a wood oven.

These... Your movies calm me down so much. I think that This channel is underrated. No talking, no screaming, just work and nature... Hard work and pizza at the end... I'm just jealous. Best regards from Poland.

@timmymendenhall1275

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@immortalityquest3760

3 жыл бұрын

I love your last name brzeczyszczykiewicz Hello from US

I watch a lot of families with dogs and Cali is by far one of my favorite. Her expressions are just so cute, lovable and laughable.

Mrs. James, just between you and me, your husband looks a lot happier this past month.

@marlenefilicevelasco5333

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

@almadeckard8360

4 жыл бұрын

Yea but how Mrs. James doing? Poor Calli has been sent to the floor and had to give up the chair. I'll bet she gets into the chair when the humans sleep. You Go Girls!

@martp9001

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely he does, living the dream in total happiness and fulfillment, it's great to see. Now I am off to make yummy pizza :)

@butwereallsombdyspecial

4 жыл бұрын

Yes he does , what a wonderful addition to the channel.

@pauld5593

4 жыл бұрын

Marion Diemert bound to She is doing all the house chores now

I turn 46 this year and all i want in the world is just a little time to live like this before i go. Beautiful video brother.

@sheilatolston6836

3 жыл бұрын

I am right there with you.

@chewdafat4121

3 жыл бұрын

46 😂😂😂😂

@floyoran6474

3 жыл бұрын

@@sheilatolston6836 mm

@timmymendenhall1275

3 жыл бұрын

Find a way. It may be hard to get started but do it for all of us that are too old. I have lost my time to live that life. Now I can only dream so , do it !! Don't wait.

Shawn. I am 67 yrs old and have watched how disconnected most of us have become from our natural world and how far too connected we are to a virtual world through our social media. You have gone against the grain by living off-grid. Your videos are so inspirational and educational. I look forward to your future videos. I'm so glad your wife has joined you. All the best to the both of you. Cali is a real cutie. 👍❤❤❤

Watching you chopping wood and hearing your wife tell you that the coffee is ready is gratifying to me having watched you work so hard to get to this point... idk may sound weird but that made it real for me.

@faulltw

4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if "coffee is ready" is code? ;)

@watcher3774

4 жыл бұрын

@@faulltw i like the way you think

@hanorabrennan8846

4 жыл бұрын

@@faulltw you are naughty! 😹

@faulltw

4 жыл бұрын

@@hanorabrennan8846 You caught me, but I am mostly good.

Mr. James: You do a lot more than survive... You thrive... By the way, don't remember you smiling so much in your videos until your wife came to stay full time. Blessings on you and yours..🙏👍😁

@davidmesser8619

4 жыл бұрын

Huh, you noticed that too. Did you notice that wonderful pizza she made? Vaughn

@thebrownthomascrown917

4 жыл бұрын

noticed that as well ....

@uhaneokalanijames8029

4 жыл бұрын

right, he looks more content that he is sharing his life with his wife. amazingly beautiful!

@mishmash9116

4 жыл бұрын

He looks like the cat that got the cream 😝

@mishmash9116

4 жыл бұрын

Amy Willis cause she doesn’t want to.

Alway love watching these videos of your precious log home! Learned so much! God bless you James and your family! Stay close to Our Lord! He will give us strength to endure what is to come! ❤️

I did this for seven years, had to walk a mile into my home each night about 2:00 AM, I loved the star filled sky's.

Mrs. James, I know that being in front of a camera is not your favorite thing to do but you have been a trooper and added so much to the channel. I have been subscribed for quite some time. I have enjoyed watching your husband work, create and teach. I have enjoyed his videos. However, there has always been something missing and that was you. I can see in Shawn's face that a void has been filled. The "My Self Reliance" channel is now complete. May God continue to bless you both. Looking forward to the next one.

@freedomrider30

4 жыл бұрын

Ron, I agree 100%. I think this 2020 year is going to bring us more great Vlogs from J! With a great woman!!! This is going to be cooL as hell!!! 👍👍👍

@private15

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Shawn’s face just lights up. Very nice to see.

@frederickhillegas2115

4 жыл бұрын

Very well said very very well. ! Maybe someday we can see more of her. But until then we'll just have to watch and make pizzas. LOL

@Chr.U.Cas1622

4 жыл бұрын

Dear Ron Langner. You are absolutely right, Sir. Very well said, I totally agree. It could probably be "Our Self Reliance" channel in the future. Best regards luck health and wisdom.

@rods907

4 жыл бұрын

His wife should do an “off grid cooking videos “ I would sub for sure !! Just an idea!!

A new viewer but I would like to thank you because having gone through a bad time in my life recently, your videos have helped more than you will ever know.

@CabinDweller

4 жыл бұрын

That's so amazing! Hope things get better for you.

@josephatnip2398

4 жыл бұрын

@@CabinDweller I know right this guy's got some awesome videos

@CabinDweller

4 жыл бұрын

@@josephatnip2398 What's really cool and unique is that he is just filming his daily life, very little dialogue yet it's so captivating and people not only love it they come out feeling better after watching it. Truly amazing thing he's done here. I bow down to the King of cabin living!

@tracymcclung3145

4 жыл бұрын

Glad his uploads are helping you wishing you the best x 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@aqua3461

4 жыл бұрын

You are not alone! God bless! With love from Germany

This is so beautiful the kind of life I always wanted, freedom to live a beautiful life, with nature. This just touched me n makes me cry. I soon would will live like that. This is what life is all about

Golden Retrievers are the best dogs in the world. I had 1 and want another.

Doctors need to wright this out on their prescription pad for high blood pressure and anti depressant medicine. 20 to 30 minutes of My Self Reliance weekly before bedtime 4 times a month Refills available 👌

@hanorabrennan8846

4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous thought.

@gadolelohai115

4 жыл бұрын

👍

@QSOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

My Self Reliance a day keeps the doctor away

Friday night date night can begin! Hubby and I just finished splitting the rest of our firewood stack today,. Watching My Self Reliance is our treat!

These are my kind of videos, I could watch these for ages and never get bored.

I noticed as he was sawing those large milled boards back a forth, the dogs tail was in rhythm with the sawing, and when he stopped, the dogs tail stopped. Anyway, I wished I was there with them.

That was so cute when Cali was showing you where the ball was😘

💗💗 Cali showing you where her toy was. Dogs are so smart. AND fascinating watching the pizzas being cooked. Amazing!

There is something peaceful, relaxing and pure about this. Congreatulations Shawn for finding it

Но что не говори готовите Вы шикарно,Вы настоящий мужчина и повар!

Fastest 33 minutes ever! I love the calm feeling of your videos. And Calì cracks me up! She’s like, “It’s up there dude!” 😂😂. And your wife put a beating on that pizza. I’m going to have to try to make one from scratch now! I know you hear this all the time, but thank you so much for your videos and messages. I’m a business owner going through tough times now and your videos remind me to approach my situation one task a time intelligently and thoroughly and with continued diligence I will end up creating just what I need. I think bottom line is you remind me that God’s got this! ❤️❤️

@kimberlys.t.7206

4 жыл бұрын

Diane Roberts Amen

@hanorabrennan8846

4 жыл бұрын

Hope it turns out well for you. It won't last forever.

I was mesmerized by the making of the pizza! lol....That was one of the most enjoyable videos I have watched. Thank you, I know you are having a wonderful time! God Bless :)

I hope one day i have a chance to survive winter in a log cabin, I just with my cat, dog, and my family, we handmake anything, we put down the phone, we play snow and feel the environment. i very love your cabin thank for you share your life with us. for me, it is relaxing and makes me full of imagination.

The dog is the best. She really knows what you are doing.

I really enjoyed this episode. I like hearing from Shawn, but I also enjoy just experiencing the life with no talking.

does anyone else find that clanking noise when the axe head hits a piece of wood really satisfying?

@kristeelrod3367

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Litoris, totally!

@comedianmattrossey

4 жыл бұрын

@@kristeelrod3367 Strange, I thought I was weird in that I find that noise very relaxing and satisfying as well.

@artistaloca4

4 жыл бұрын

I can hear the frozen, you know? 😊

@artistaloca4

4 жыл бұрын

@@Australia-qn3dd You are wrong 🤣😊 Look at all the replies; many others find it a satisfying noise. 🤣 S'all good. 😉🙂Hugggs

@nunya9540

4 жыл бұрын

And walking in the snow and the front door creaking

I spent more time online procrastinating aboot buying a shelf from ikea than you spent building one from scratch. My deepest respect to you☺

@wendybatista5615

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

Da erfüllt sich einer einen Traum..... Eins mit der Natur, herrlich!

Man in his zone filled with creativity.. Mind resting channel and God bless ya!

Beautiful hands makes food taste a whole lot better, especially when those hands are attached to a loving heart. May God continue to bless your entire family, including Cali.

Oh Man!!! I've been binge watching for the last 3 hours...We live in a very quiet spot in the Irish countryside, surrounded by forest and fields, what you have there is just out of this world!!!! Wish you and your wife all the best!!! Enjoy!!!!

The life you both have there is priceless.

That shot of the moon was mesmerizing.

The guitar music and nature scenes at the end sooo fantastic. Love it so much. ☺️🤗♥️

If my dog sees this video, he'll have a change of heart about his master.

How do you know so much of everything, it looks like you do everything yourself. With all my respect I really admire a person like you.

This video was FABULOUS & I'm just going to put it out there.....your love affair is one for the ages. You are both so gentle & caring with each other & in what you do....Shawn, the cabin is looking SO GOOD & D you made those pizzas with such love & that's why it's no surprise to me how Cali is so gentle & loving too. I love you 3. ❤️🙌🏻

Yay! Mrs. James is enjoying the cabin life! Another beautifully edited video. Stay warm Mr. & Mrs!

Esa es la vida que me gustaría tener. Amo la naturaleza y todo lo que nos brinda, sobretodo la paz, tranquilidad, felicidad. Que buenos vídeos, me encantan. Gracias 🙏.

I am so glad the two of you have one another!! Cali loves her dad and her dad loves her! She's a fantastic companion when you can't be with the rest of your family! Stay safe and well all!!

Thank you for charing your Live with best regards from Germany...!

The harmony of togetherness is beautifully portraiture.Thanks

Shawn you are my hero! I am absolutely loving your channel and what youre doing. This is exactly what I want to do when I get out of the army. Thank you so much for the awesome videos!

God loves you! Have a blessed day everyone ♥️

It never gets old, watching life at the cabin. Thanks!

You are Cali's HERO! I see you shot this at the end of January/beginning of February - great shot of the waxing quarter moon.

Every time you open the front door, it's the best creak you will ever hear. Priceless.

ОЧЕНЬ КРАСИВОЕ ВИДЕО👍👍👍👍

Friday evening, glass wine and this priceless!,,!

I love your cooking segment Mrs. James! Being married myself, I find your presence adds to a more relatable scenario I hope to have in my life someday. Thanks for sharing the cabin you guys! Awesome shelves!

Love this. Your are so talented. Of course I adore Callie. Take care, no more mishaps, like your finger....

You knocking out your buddy's toy from the tree, I've sent you texts before about golden retriever we babysat. In manhattan, yours is very happy, it's just that they have to retrieve if they are not asleep. I ran a jazz club and come hope LATE! Yet no matter what time there he sat wide awake with my sock in his mouth waiting for me

My Friday evening just got good!

@doctorsnuggles9740

4 жыл бұрын

It's Saturday for me 🥳

@alexandrakoecher6835

4 жыл бұрын

😁

@raypeachey7617

4 жыл бұрын

Doctor SNUGGLES where are you?

@doctorsnuggles9740

4 жыл бұрын

@@raypeachey7617 Versailles, France 🇫🇷

How precious Cali says " hey your the one that threw it up there " lol ♥️

@loisaustin6200

4 жыл бұрын

I loved how she pointed her nose upward and showed him exactly where it was. Too cute.

@butwereallsombdyspecial

4 жыл бұрын

@@loisaustin6200 ♥️yes!!!!

What can I say but absolutely therapeutic 10 fold.

A gifted and hardworking Guy.

I just recently stumbled upon your 2 channels and I have been watching your vids non stop for 3 days and nights. I love what you have done out in the scrub(wilderness), I also take great pleasure in watching the bond that Cali and yourself it warms my heart at watching you both. Anyway my best wishes for you and your family in the coming future. All the way from Australia, keep those videos coming.

@jacquelinehealy1797

4 жыл бұрын

He has 2 channels? Please tell me the name!!!

@tonyjoe1791

4 жыл бұрын

@@jacquelinehealy1797 shawn james

@stevepygram6706

4 жыл бұрын

Jacqueline Healy yes he has another on utube called Shawn James in which he gives his voice more than working on his projects,

@iskah8551

4 жыл бұрын

@steve pygram. Thats actually how i subscribed to him. Found him randomly ans binge watched, now i look forward to his weekly uploads.

Build it and she will come-with coffee and homemade pizzas!☕️

So happy to see more of you, Mrs. James. I love watching your culinary creations. Thank you for sharing!

Gone are the days of My Self Reflections, Friday video night, and the simple cabin......

Shawn, i know its early days with you and the Mrs, but this episode was really what we all need, in fact we need more BUT at your own pace ;). Seeing the wife cook, and be part of your life is so refreshing, the fact she shouted "Shawn...coffee is ready "and knowing that you are not used to it LOL! As the two of you take this forward..its such a good life to live and share ! At your own pace....sharing is good ;)

@deborahmoore3575

4 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@heatherclayton-callaghan4270

4 жыл бұрын

I so agree. And those eyes that lit up with the smile of gratitude after tasting the pizza ... spelt L O V E ❤Beautiful to see the joy your wife brings to your life Shawn. And Mrs J .. your video debut in the pizza cooking dept was a winner. Onwards and Upwards Mr & Mrs J ( and Cali) xoxo

Shawn and wife, you know how to make a movie! The scenery, that moon!!! The dinner scratched is best! Love the shelves, and sweet Calli! She knows how to point you to her caught up toys! God Bless! And thank you!

I lived this life in Minnesota in a Silver Streak, Thank you Mr. & Mrs. for all the knowledge, and I did learn a few things, am a darn good wood chopper, and know how to skin a deer, or elk, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. dr. wilson

How utterly peaceful and content you must be. THIS is how humans are meant to live.

@horatio59

3 жыл бұрын

except he is on his own.....I love his videos and what he does...just sayin. Some of us can live alone very happily but not sure its a human blueprint

I'm from Sydney, sitting in Singapore for work and addicted to watching your channels. Look up vicarious in the dictionary and you'll see what I look like. Great vid as always.

Love your wife being there and watching her cook (no offense Shawn)

@karenmikasko7148

4 жыл бұрын

I love watching her cook also, I don't think she needs her own channel....people seem to be pushing for that. I am just so happy she is there and that is enough for me. If she is happier off camera then so be it.

What I don’t understand is how can it be so relaxing watching you work, work and work. You are truly a jack of all trades and a master of most. My only problem is watching you prepare a meal and how hungry I get. Also, I’m not all that far from you in distance and exposed to the same cold, yet you often walk around bare armed while I’m bundling myself in layers of clothes. I admire what you have accomplished and look forward to many more projects.

The way your wife prepers the pizza: very peaceful, the way you show her you like it: loving.

Friday night Binging on MSR and Wes Watson....by the end of the weekend I'll be prepared to move to the wilderness with six pack abs, 20 inch biceps and talking like a trucker💪

@CabinDweller

4 жыл бұрын

Rick Plumridge 😂😂😂💪🏼💪🏼

Would love to hear her dough recipe ♥️ what a great addition she is to the channel her energy is very nice-

@michellec8567

4 жыл бұрын

Pit Bull there is nothing done wrong, so long as they like it!

@hanorabrennan8846

4 жыл бұрын

@@ch00chNy Trolls be trollin'

What makes your videos so inspiring is how you find ways to do these projects by yourself...the ingenuity you come up with is quite astonishing... Thank you, always Shawn!

The life you live is a dream for me! I live in Brazil, a place where there is almost no peace, and no respect for others!

Nothing like that cabin in the woods. Can be tough but you wouldnt have it any other way. How blessed we all are.

I absolutely LOVE having the cooking segments! 👍🏻

Cali is a soulmate, pure and simple. She loves being with him through thick and thin.

I don't know if everyone here realizes how hard it is to hand saw that hard wood. Now that takes muscle. I could just binge on these winter video's. Absolutely beautiful. Reminds me of the books I read as a child "the long long winter" "Little house on the prairie" by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Omg @19:29 "where is it kali" "kali looks up at tree. That just touched my soul. Adore you "kali" so smart...Thank you so much Shawn for these Wonderful Video's. Kindest thoughts to you and your family from Australia xx 🐕🇨🇦🇭🇲❄🐨🦘😷

OMG this is so funny -- Start watching Cali's tail at 11:36; while Shawn is sawing, Cali's tail is in sync with his sawing. Hilarious! She is so adorable! My husband and I love the floating shelves!

@shawclip43

4 жыл бұрын

Jimmy James i thought the same 😂 she was happy when he was sawing then sad when he stopped

Looks a lot more easy for you now Shawn 😊 with two more hands in the kitchen. Great video. Cheers! 🍕🍕🍕🍕

I hate snow! I hate cold!! BUT... that screaking door pulled me inside! What great content with "sounds of movement" without music!!!

Hi brother, do never forget the real reasons that brought you there, they are the spirit and the essence of your journey. God bless you and keep you from the deceiving eyes.

Mrs James, you’re killing me with that pizza🤠❤️✅

The best KZread channel in world.

@randomlyfunny2657

4 жыл бұрын

Paulo Levi if it was all real maybe

@judahbenhur1360

4 жыл бұрын

@@randomlyfunny2657 are you jealous? give credit to those who deserve it!

@yomama69s

4 жыл бұрын

@@randomlyfunny2657 I understand where you're coming from.. everyone chooses to project a certain style and emotion in their channel. Take it for what it is, and enjoy the story... you may learn a thing or two man.

@comedianmattrossey

4 жыл бұрын

For this kind of lifestyle, TOTALLY AGREE!!! Watching My Self Reliance has inspired me to have my own off grid cabin, maybe home. It all depends on what my wife is comfortable with and wants when she gets here to Toronto from the Philippines.

@pauld5593

4 жыл бұрын

Jamie Mieirs I wonder apart from stuff their faces , what they do all week at the " Homestead " ? I mean I don't see much progress lately.....

Thank you, Shawn and Mrs. D and Cali. Stay safe. This was very calming as always.

Gracias por compartir tanta maravilla la naturaleza es lo mas valioso que dios nos dio . Y esos panes una exquisites ..aprendi hacer la pizza Yo la preparaba diferente .que bueno Nuevamente gracias por traducir en español..una maravilla yodos los videos..bendiciones..

WERY SOULFUL AND ATMOSPHERIC....;) GREETINGS FROM LATVIA

Love the new bookshelf up there! Careful! You make it too cozy and you won’t be able to stay awake!

I am a cook. Im italian. And i can safely say u did an amazing job on that pizza. Looked delicious!

Nice pizza -- great. Thanks for the good relationship with your wife.

Beautiful, fascinating, therapeutic. Thank you.

3:45 is what you came for - the comforting sounds of old wood working tools

I just realized. Cali needs her very own show.

Welcome Mis's James sure wished you show yourself. Shawn n Calie are like family to us viewers... Thanks Arkansas Clyde 🇺🇸