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Transforming a 3 Acre Abandoned farm in 6 months

Family turn an abandoned Portugal homestead into a full time sustainable business growing their own food and creating DIY projects as they go. This video gathers together the highlights from spring and summer 2023 learning from our mistakes, following our dreams, and offering advice on how to homestead in Portugal. Thanks for watching.
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  • @TheNewbys
    @TheNewbys11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching friends! We are so happy to have you here and to share this episode with you, here is to the next 6 months. If you would like to follow us in real time, head on over to Instagram instagram.com/thenewbys/?hl=en and if you would like to support us even further and get exclusive content, here is a link to Patreon www.patreon.com/thenewbys Have a great week, see you on Wednesday.

  • @msvideotime

    @msvideotime

    11 ай бұрын

    As always I never stopped watching all of your journeys and seeing how fast your cute little boys are growing up bless you all and keep up the good work from Orlando Florida ❤

  • @tarynkriebel319

    @tarynkriebel319

    11 ай бұрын

    Such a great vid!

  • @nikishazechiel6848
    @nikishazechiel684811 ай бұрын

    It never ceases to amaze me at how much children can change in just a couple of months!

  • @James-In-Exile
    @James-In-Exile11 ай бұрын

    It's astonishing to see how much you've achieved. There must be many difficult moments, maybe even times when you feel it's all too much, but your tenacity and togetherness always pulls you through. You can be so proud of yourselves - you're creating an inspiring and nurturing life for your beautiful family!

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you James, we have achieved so much and are so thankful for each phase and season. Your support means so much to us, thank you for watching 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @maregrobler1960
    @maregrobler196011 ай бұрын

    Tara, John and two beautiful young boys thank you for sharing your life with us. May the Lord always be with your family❤

  • @IreneKudela
    @IreneKudela11 ай бұрын

    Watching your videos twice a week is not only pure joy, as you are so energetic,both of you, but also because of your positivity which turns each obstacle to a possibility to learn a new skill. Tara,you helped me a lot, deciding to make the table and later on the balustrade. You showed me that if we never did something, we will never know if we are able to do it or not. In fact, trying is the only positive attitude. So, at 61, i decided to paint our bathroom,as i’ve been always disappointed by the colours it had. I decided that i should stop my attitude to be afraid of a result being not the one i would ask for. I decided to be proud of myself,just by the fact of doing something i thought unable to do well. The result is not 100% perfect,but i am happy to have pushed away my inhibition. Looking for the perfection stops us trying. Not trying leads of for sure to the frustration…Thank you Tara, for being a new “motor”in my life!!!

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    We are so happy to hear that Irene, thanks so much for all the support 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite926111 ай бұрын

    Ta Ra, you are a born storyteller. I really hope you consider writing a children's storybook. You can base it on those adorable heartbreaker boys and the farm. I am sure you can even do your own illustrations. This was a lovely look back. I really hope that John's shoulder is all healed soon. Oh, yes, I for one love the Crusoe cam. He shows the world from a child 's eye, and it looks so big. I just love you all so much. The music here was awesome!❤

  • @lena-roseorlando219
    @lena-roseorlando21911 ай бұрын

    What fun watching this….time flies by and so much was done.

  • @user-ge4bt5mx4x
    @user-ge4bt5mx4x11 ай бұрын

    This Mother/grandmother absolutely adores watching your precious family ! Each Sunday morning I grab my coffee and rush to turn on the tv to catch up on your progress. Thank you so much and I pray God continues to bless you with gealth and happiness. Love Bec ❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much friend 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @cathleendell8111

    @cathleendell8111

    11 ай бұрын

    Absolutely agree! Our time spent with the Newby’s twice weekly has become part of our morning ritual. They bring such joy to our life! How blessed we are for sharing their journey.

  • @sohailghani1193
    @sohailghani119311 ай бұрын

    Wonderfull keep going this is what life is and have a strong Faith on God Almighty , I am from Pakistan Living in USA , Learned so much from you guys specially your theme song i love it , regards Dr Sohail Ghani

  • @sandrakarls8466
    @sandrakarls846611 ай бұрын

    What a nice idea to do a timelapse on the last half year! You have soooo much acomplished! And it helps John healing more and more! So lovely and absolutley not boring! Well done!

  • @hellejensen8289
    @hellejensen828911 ай бұрын

    I absolutely love the way Tara tells the tale . From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

  • @madeleine8480
    @madeleine848011 ай бұрын

    Life does not have to contain only duty, compulsion and unpleasantness. You show in a simple and joyful way that you can work and achieve balance and harmony in life. Thanks for another great episode. Hugs to you! 💚💙💛❤

  • @abigailgerlach5443
    @abigailgerlach544311 ай бұрын

    Less than a week until September arrives! You have accomplished so much over the last six months. I am so impressed and admire you both so very much. May the next six months be equally successful. I am sure you will approach next Spring with your plans in place and a new determination to increase your knowledge, experiments, and bountiful harvests. I wish you some rest and refreshment in between the many winter projects I'm sure you have on your lengthy "to do" list.

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much Abigail, we are so excited for the next 6 months. Thank you for all your lovely wishes, we love having you as part of our journey and to be able to share all these seasons with you 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @carolyns9687
    @carolyns968711 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful video of 6 months to a year of many changes! Not only the massive changes in the land & buildings, but of the 2 small boys! Crusoe going from a baby to a boy & Sawyer from a wee baby to a moving toddler! Learning to appreciate nature & the world around them. The shear joy in their faces as the explore all around them!🩵💙 A wonderful keepsake to pass on to the next generation 🥰 Thank you for taking us along on your adventures ❣️

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your lovely comment Carolyn, we are so glad we could share these moments with you. Thanks so much for watching 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @juliedowning7782
    @juliedowning778211 ай бұрын

    Hi John, Tara, Crusoe and Sawyer….what a wonderful look back on spring and summer at the Newby farm….we’re all so proud of you and your achievements, so you guys must be bursting with pride. Thanks for allowing us to follow your lives and your gorgeous boys. Here’s to many more seasons. Best wishes and ❤ Julie 😊

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Julie, we can't actually believe how much we have been able to achieve in the past 6 months! Thank you for all your support throughout these moments and seasons. It means the world 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @judymohre1430
    @judymohre143011 ай бұрын

    Crusoe, stole my ❤️heart. What an amazing job he did with the cam.

  • @gemmamartin349
    @gemmamartin34911 ай бұрын

    I found your channel when you purchased the property…this journey has been amazing! The most recent videos have been absolutely delightful. You started changing them up after your difficult stretch and I think it has been brilliant. I am hoping the healing is coming along nicely. Thank you for allowing me to share your story

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this lovely comment Gemma, we have loved being able to share these moments and seasons with you. Thanks so much for watching 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @lolitapop38
    @lolitapop3811 ай бұрын

    I hope Jhon is feeling better of his shoulder. I can't wait to see the new video. ❤

  • @joannemazza1657
    @joannemazza165711 ай бұрын

    Happy and Glorious Sunday Newby family what a journey from March to now almost the beginning of September. Crusoe in March just turned 2 years old, still not talking properly look at him now and Sawyer your little always smiling pumpkin will be 1 year old soon. Ups and downs we were sharing with you. You have come so far, it is amazing, all the work of renovating, planting harvesting, and even travelling. Rejoice the harvest is plentiful and brings us much JOY to see you all well. Cannot stop smiling when we saw you Tara overjoyed with your first 4 eggs, like a young girl seeing her first Christmas tree. Amazing. I think I told you already you have a wonderful narrator's voice and can narrate ebooks. Cheers thank-you for this memorable synopsis of the Newbys in Portugal. Obrigada🙏💖🌺🥰🏡🇵🇹🌎🌍🌏

  • @joannemazza1657

    @joannemazza1657

    5 ай бұрын

    Dear Newby family, Tara, John, Crusoe and Sawyer, is it no coincidence again on this FIRST DAY OF MARCH this video pop-ups on my page. I feel so blessed seeing your SPRING IS IN THE AIR when ours will be here in 2 months, although this video shows all your work done last year, we rejoice that ALL YOUR projects were successful. Now getting ready for MORE in 2024. Wishing you all a wonderful SPRING and BLOOMS all over your Homestead. One day Lord willing fully off grid, no coincidence for such a time like this. Good timing like John said. Cheers🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌅🌄🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🌺🌺🌹🌺🌹🐓🐓🐓🐓👱👶🏡🌅🌅🌅🇵🇹

  • @angiemarkland3264
    @angiemarkland326411 ай бұрын

    Absolutely loved seeing the look back, but my favorite is seeing how small Crusoe was and how he was just starting to put words together to the end where he was carrying on a conversation with you. Such a treasure to have these to look back on. You have such a beautiful home and family! Such a blessing to be able to raise your boys as you are! Much love ❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    We are so proud of our little boys Angie, thank you for caring so much for them as much as we do ❤️❤️❤️

  • @lynnemac1402
    @lynnemac140211 ай бұрын

    This was so nice to go back and see the transformation of your property, you have changed it so much and made it yours, well done. Hope the situation with John's injury is improving.Have a great week and see you Wednesday x

  • @traceymccabe4565
    @traceymccabe456511 ай бұрын

    I have watched you grow as a family for the best part of a year, I look forward to seeing you twice a week I go around my house singing your opening song . With the hardship you sometimes face and it must be tiering and sometimes hard your amazing with two beautiful children giving them the best quality of life . Never commentated befor so I thought I will tell your doing great .

  • @PuraVidaFamily111
    @PuraVidaFamily11111 ай бұрын

    We’re still in the ‘vanlife’ phase. Living fulltime in our camper with our 2 children (of 10 and 2) but one day we’ll buy some land too! Love what you guys created for yourself ❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you friend. Good luck with the van life! Wonderful fun!

  • @barbarabradshaw845
    @barbarabradshaw84511 ай бұрын

    You have beautifully chronicled the progress you’ve made while enjoying your sweet family❤️

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you Barbara 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @EnglishMadeleine
    @EnglishMadeleine11 ай бұрын

    What a lovely reminder of all you’ve done in one short summer 😍 and with two young children in tow! Some achievement!

  • @sandrahohmann1898
    @sandrahohmann189811 ай бұрын

    Hi Newbys you have achieved so much in a short space of time. Your 3 acre farm is slowly turning into your little piece of paradise. Can't wait to see what the next year brings.

  • @bongadludla1485
    @bongadludla148511 ай бұрын

    I like this beautiful family especially when Tara says to Croeso "What we got budy?" Croeso says "Yummy yummy" And John says "Woooooow" Have nice weekend guys

  • @marianela111
    @marianela11111 ай бұрын

    Well done, Crusoe, for keeping something in frame while filming your mama most of the time 😃. You and your family are quite amazing. Hope you all grow happily on your farm in the clouds 🌻💞

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching Marianela! 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @elizabethmountain525
    @elizabethmountain52511 ай бұрын

    I just love when Cruso screws up his nose when he smiles.❤❤

  • @lynnbfoster
    @lynnbfoster11 ай бұрын

    I’m forgetting…how old is Crusoe now? His speech is astounding for his age. Not only his vocabulary but his pronunciation. I can’t wait to see Sawyer talking.

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much Lynn, he turns 3 in February. Sawyer is catching up, soon he will be walking. Thanks for all the support friend 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @silkejansen27

    @silkejansen27

    11 ай бұрын

    When I see your sweet little boys every sunday, I remember my sons so many years ago in same age. Now they are nearly 29 years and 30 years old... they grew up so fast. Enjoy the time together as you do. Greetings from northern Germany near Hamburg.

  • @a2shillam

    @a2shillam

    11 ай бұрын

    Your success with your children is a rebuke to the modern fads of parenting. Thank you for being authentic 🎉 and for being you. ❤❤❤

  • @irislozinsky3960

    @irislozinsky3960

    11 ай бұрын

    You have done sooooooo much! No wonder John broke! Please just take a time out guys and don’t worry about us viewers! We will wait patiently for your journey to continue when all is well. Tara I loved the strut when you became chief, you did it superstar -mother,gardener,wife,builder,supporter,recorder,cook,homemaker, The boys are your reward! Bless you all

  • @jacquelinekohn2082

    @jacquelinekohn2082

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Newby’s and Joao, Belated Happy Birthday to Joao. I watched this late Sunday night, this is the first time I’ve had to reply. The amount of stuff you’ve done is mind blowing. While you were making this retrospective look at your lives, there must’ve been so many things to remind you of your accomplishments. The boys are growing so fast, your parents must really miss them. Crusoe is a mini John and Sawyer looks like he can’t wait to take off after Crusoe. Watching Crusoe put his hands on his hips like John is hilarious. Even the chickens have matured! The joy on Tara’s face the first time they laid eggs was priceless. John works so hard, it must be maddening that he’s injured himself. He is so used to setting goals and achieving them. It has to be very frustrating. Tara’s John imitation made me laugh again. Your neighbors are all so kind and generous. Joao is a patient and kind young man. Seeing him with Crusoe is what we want to see in all young people. You’ve created a blessed life! ❤ and Hugs to all of you, Jacqueline in Colorado ❤

  • @JudySnyder-dv5ld
    @JudySnyder-dv5ld11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for showing us the beautiful flowers! Thank you for introducing the chickens by name. Thanks for the recap! Ibwill watch this one over and over. The boys are so adorable!

  • @shirleyyell7564
    @shirleyyell756411 ай бұрын

    Wow John and Tara..you have accomplished so much. Your property is really beautiful..and so productive, and all due to your hard work. Well done!

  • @dianeconnors6263
    @dianeconnors626311 ай бұрын

    It is so heartwarming how far you have come❤. The first eggs, first water, garden and so much more ❤❤ Your tiny house, and your beautiful outdoor kitchen and living is coming along so well! I love watching your family ever week🥰

  • @marymanning5150
    @marymanning515011 ай бұрын

    Lovely video showing all your hard work in a short time and you have achieved so much while including the boys. Not surprised you have had a few blips. Beautiful family. Thank you

  • @davevanbeers6944
    @davevanbeers694411 ай бұрын

    It’s too bad that Tara’s table did not get an honorable mention. 😅 you have had a very productive year! Can’t wait to see what you will be up to next year!😊 lovey Sunday and thanks for the lovely episode!

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    We had so much we wanted to share with you Dave haha so many great things to highlight. We are just as excited for the next 6 months. Thanks so much for watching friend 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @MeganSalkeld-cn3tf
    @MeganSalkeld-cn3tf11 ай бұрын

    You both should be so so proud of your achievements Tara and John the property looks so good ❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you Megan 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @maryhart637
    @maryhart63711 ай бұрын

    I remember the tiling in the tiny house😱I love watching your boys grow❤❤❤ You have accomplished soooo much in just over a year!!!🌈👏💚🥰 Can't wait to follow along on each new adventure and sharing in the love, thrills and unbounded joy of your life in Portugal🤗😍💛

  • @sue7190
    @sue719011 ай бұрын

    What a great video, it's easy to forget what progress you have made in 6 months and how quickly the boys are growing up. I do love clips of Tara being John, really makes me smile. Hope John is feeling better. Great work Newbys ❤❤

  • @miriammuskal5402
    @miriammuskal540211 ай бұрын

    Sorry about Mr Newby hope you are feeling better and find a better way to lig the heavy wood Can't wait to see your home enlarged Have a great week

  • @melaniepoulton6738
    @melaniepoulton673811 ай бұрын

    You should be so proud of everything you've accomplished in a few months! Letting Crusoe chip in and help along the way. If it feels overwhelming at certain times, well that's because the two of you are raising two healthy sons, and also working on the land, so that you don't let it get ahead of you. Well Done Newbys-John I'm glad you're resting your shoulder!

  • @barbaramacleod51
    @barbaramacleod5111 ай бұрын

    You have created a wonderful home and done amazing things on the land! The boys are beautiful and so cute. Crusoe’s talking is so good. Really enjoy following your story of such a loving family who work hard with great success. Such adorable, happy boys! ❤

  • @susanlauchlan3539
    @susanlauchlan353911 ай бұрын

    Such a nice reminder of all that you have accomplished on your homestead in a few short months! Kudos! Including us on your family's journey brings much en-JOY-ment! THANK YOU! ❤

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers
    @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers11 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful look back over the last 6 months! Some moments, as we’ve been along the entire journey seem like yesterday!!! You both have worked so very hard and your farm has turned into such a beautiful home! ~Cara ❤❤❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Cara 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @iriskarlstrom8187
    @iriskarlstrom818711 ай бұрын

    Så mycket fint ni har gjort på ett år. Så kul att följa er, lycka till med allt!

  • @noornoornoor23
    @noornoornoor2311 ай бұрын

    Such a lovely walk down memory lane. I have just watched the initial 15 minutes yet and will watch the rest in some time, but already enthralled with all the joy that bursts through the screen watching you all accomplish so much, bit by bit, together, supporting each other to the fullest. The family of the 4 of you and the generous help and camaraderie provided by those in your social circles. It's heartening to watch Tara and John not only bringing out all the beauty possible on the farm but also raising 2 absolutely wonderful kids in the process. Its a privilege to be able to watch this journey. Thank you so much for sharing and wish the rest of the year is delightful as well :)

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much friend, we have loved having you as part of our journey. Can't wait to see what the next 6 months have in store for us. Thanks so much for watching 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @pamelareeves3574
    @pamelareeves357411 ай бұрын

    I love it when you make videos of the before and the progress you have made to the now, and all the sweet footage of the children and how they are growing. Keep being amazing!

  • @elizabethtaylor4448
    @elizabethtaylor444811 ай бұрын

    Such a lovely compilation of your year. Watching it develop & the children grow has been a delight. I love the effort you put into your videos. It really makes watching them a pleasure. The music especially is lovely not least your very happy intro music. Always puts a smile on my face & a skip in my step without fail. Don't ever doubt yourselves with KZread . Someone somewhere will be enjoying them immensely. Xxx

  • @user-hd2mt9xh2p
    @user-hd2mt9xh2p11 ай бұрын

    No wonder John has sore shoulder with all the work he has done. you have a lovely family and place to live 🙂

  • @cindyann5314
    @cindyann531411 ай бұрын

    This video must have taken an enormous amount of time and effort. A labor of love 💕 One of your best videos. Thank you for take us along on your journey

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching Cindy 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @joannagrimmer
    @joannagrimmer11 ай бұрын

    What a delightful collection of vignettes of your achievements. And how quick the little ones have grown! Beautiful editing and assembling. Most inspiring!😊

  • @Bergantin23
    @Bergantin2311 ай бұрын

    What you have done is beyond amazing.

  • @karenlee6501
    @karenlee650111 ай бұрын

    What a beaut video. We have travelled far with you. So much accomplished in a few short months. Gosh the boys are growig. Time goes so fast with them. Fingers crossed for John's neck and shoulder to heal quickly. Tara you are amazing at the things you tackle, as if motherhood isn't enough when they are little. Well done all of you. ❤

  • @lisac1110
    @lisac111011 ай бұрын

    You really have a slice of paradise and for you adorable sons no better place to grow up and also have cruso helping priceless ❤❤❤😊

  • @nandaabreu5369
    @nandaabreu536911 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the time-lapse. Wow, how much both kids have grown. And your harvest....my goodness. You can certainly freeze and preserve a ton of stuff to get you through the Winter. You also have marvelous neighbours who helped and guided you throughout the whole process. ❤🎉

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching friend. Your support means so much to us 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @mariagillinson8527
    @mariagillinson852711 ай бұрын

    Sawyer is such a little sweetie! He makes my heart happy! xxx

  • @gailcripps3667
    @gailcripps366711 ай бұрын

    Where has 6 months gone? You should be very proud of yourselves for every little goal you've achieved. Carry on guys it's awesome.

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Time has flown by Gail! Thanks so much for watching and for all your support over the past 6 months, we love that we get to share these moments and seasons with you 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @alanlane3869
    @alanlane386911 ай бұрын

    You’re so close to 150k! Hoping John has rested and allowed himself to start the healing process! ✌️ ❤️

  • @judismith2162
    @judismith216211 ай бұрын

    Tara and the table saw with the pencil behind her ear(raaaaaaah)💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿… Love the Family ❤️❤️❤️

  • @reginahandley8112
    @reginahandley811211 ай бұрын

    Such a joy to watch! What a beautiful family you all are.

  • @luisaleonardi666
    @luisaleonardi66611 ай бұрын

    The progress you've achieved since last March in outstanding and unfortunately John also started with his shoulder pain. Hope he will recover soon. The kids have grown up to be so lovely; the vegetable garden has given such an abundance of great produce. All the very best to your lovely familyTara and John❤❤❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    A lot has happened and changed Luisa, we are so thankful for all your support throughout the seasons. Thank you for watching friend 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @Roams2NFro
    @Roams2NFro11 ай бұрын

    Excellent job Newby’s, you should feel proud.❤🎉😊

  • @andreacatzel8259
    @andreacatzel825911 ай бұрын

    Can only say how amazing you both are, Tara and John. Crusoe is a tonic…. And his vocabulary is astonishing…. Just loved the naughty selfie filming at the end of his Crusoe cam. Can’t wait for Sawyer to start talking….the 2 of them …..can you imagine! Big admiration and love to you 4! ❤

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Andrea 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @SheffieldMagonagona
    @SheffieldMagonagona6 ай бұрын

    Crusoe will enjoy watching these videos when he gets old.

  • @katharinedavis4947
    @katharinedavis494711 ай бұрын

    Crusoe has developed so much over this few months , physically and mentally. His speech came on in leaps and bounds . Kay

  • @katharinedavis4947

    @katharinedavis4947

    11 ай бұрын

    Watching today I realise I'd missed some bits . Good to catch up on them. I'd been wondering about the complex of buildings and wondering how you could expand into them to make accommodation for the boys . I see another building really close to the main one that you could convert and then add a bit to link that wing to the first house . Probably that would double your accommodation ? Great . God bless Kay

  • @katharinedavis4947

    @katharinedavis4947

    11 ай бұрын

    I just found your first video and the tour of the buildings. Interesting. Its more complicated than i thought . The bungalow certainly would make a good house with a new roof ! Then the two smaller ones could be let out ? It will be interesting to see what you will do eventually. And ive got all the videos of your safari through Africa to watch . I love Africa, have visited twice, Egypt and Ghana. Love Kay

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much friend, we are very proud of both our little boys ❤️❤️❤️

  • @SewFrancine6120
    @SewFrancine612011 ай бұрын

    Caruso Cam will get steadier as he becomes a real filmmaker. Meanwhile, him saying wash your feet is the stuff that makes smiles. I'm glad I save this for my day off, its 44ºc it's hot and there is nothing to be done outside until the sun sets tonight. Peace and Happiness to you all and your families.

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina11 ай бұрын

    You can be so proud of yourselves of what you have done this year and it has been an action packed year, I am not surprised John has had an injury and I hope John you nurse it well and enjoy your slowing down of the build, and just enjoying each day with the wake of the sun, smell of coffee and doing the things with Tara and the kids and before you know it it will all be healed. It is God's way of saying 'slow down my man, it will still be there tomorrow'. Have a lovely day Tara, John, Crusoe and Sawyer and all the farm animals. Tara you are an amazing story teller. See you again soon.

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much Lieuwina, we appreciate all of your support! 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @beverlymacdonald
    @beverlymacdonald11 ай бұрын

    All this in 6 months... amazing.... love your family.🩷💙💙💙❣️ may God keep blessing us.

  • @sandorhlywka9227
    @sandorhlywka922711 ай бұрын

    Condensed into 1 hour, this huge transformation seems very simple, even though it was not easy! Congratulation to you!

  • @jrauschrn8
    @jrauschrn811 ай бұрын

    Fantastic recap! Crusoe will be an expert with the camera before he can ride a bicycle!

  • @vanessabrown2174
    @vanessabrown217411 ай бұрын

    Thank you for letting us join your journey on this wonderful farm! 😍😎

  • @andrzejkamler9349
    @andrzejkamler934911 ай бұрын

    I joined your story just a few days ago and must say - what a fantastic family you are!😊. The way you raise your kids should be an example for all of us: the participation in your life, the wise freedom, the exposure to the nature will make your sons intelligent, good, caring men. And your efficient optimism resulting in transforming an abandoned farm into healthy, friendly family estate! I am a handy man too so watching you guys gives me a true pleasure and relax for daily politicsed life. All the best - and where is a braai???

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Amazing friend. Yay! We are so excited to have you join us on our adventure. We always love hearing from you and are so appreciative of all your support. We have a braai by the outside couch just outside of the "not garage". We do however eat a predominantly plant based diet though. We post a video every Wednesday and Sunday. Thanks so much for watching 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @barbarakaye1086
    @barbarakaye108611 ай бұрын

    I've fallen for Baby Sawyer. He's a happy little bean.

  • @DeborahTracysproutlady
    @DeborahTracysproutlady11 ай бұрын

    So many beautiful changes., I love watching your family adventures! Thank you for bringing us along❤

  • @paulinesmith8848
    @paulinesmith884811 ай бұрын

    Time sure has flown guys, I loved the episodes in the van and now I am loving watching you build and garden with the boys by your side. You have inspired me, even if it is just to propagate some basil plants for my garden. Take care and I look forward to all the projects you have in mind. Cheers from Brisbane, Australia

  • @desireehelberg7137
    @desireehelberg713711 ай бұрын

    What an amazing journey. I take my hat off to you both. You both are incredibly strong and so determined. Watching your journey is an honor. The opportunity you are creating for the four of you is amazing

  • @americanwoman9342
    @americanwoman934211 ай бұрын

    Y’all should be very proud of yourselves for an amazing wonderful life!

  • @sandraengstrand2784
    @sandraengstrand278411 ай бұрын

    What a gift this epic video is!! Must have taken forever to edit 😵‍💫 It’s been a wild ride so far this year, and there’s much to look forward to!! Hopefully you have time to smell the roses and fill your cup 👍🏻 Thank you for sharing it all with us 😘🥳🎈💕

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    We are so happy to hear you enjoyed it Sandra, it did take quite a while to edit but it was worth it. We love seeing how much has changed in 6 months. Thanks for all your support 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @maregrobler1960

    @maregrobler1960

    11 ай бұрын

    Mamma, pappa and two beautiful little boys thank you for sharing your journey with us. May the Lord always be with you. Granny Strand South Africa❤

  • @susanolsen9352
    @susanolsen935211 ай бұрын

    Amazing progress in just one year!

  • @vanessagray3247
    @vanessagray324711 ай бұрын

    Was soooo excited when I spotted the protea 🇿🇦 in your garden 😍

  • @maggiemaymightnot
    @maggiemaymightnot11 ай бұрын

    If only we could all fast forward those boring gnarly bits as John calls the difficult jobs the rest will be so much easier and enjoyable. It’s amazing what you have achieved already, hats off to you.

  • @laurensymons1693
    @laurensymons169311 ай бұрын

    John and Tara, you have accomplished so much and everything looks so beautiful!

  • @luisv7117
    @luisv711711 ай бұрын

    If I just said we love thenewbys family and how much they acomplished will cover how we feel? From the bottom of my heart thank you for allowing us to be with you in the whole process thank you and God bless you all.

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much Luis 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @JudySnyder-dv5ld
    @JudySnyder-dv5ld11 ай бұрын

    Your boys will always know how to grow their own food, build, gather eggs and find water!

  • @gardeningfishingjimw9364
    @gardeningfishingjimw936411 ай бұрын

    You have done an amazing amount of work in the past 6 months and credit goes to you all; especially Crusoe & Saywer for the taste testing of all the veggies, plums and apples etc. etc. ....

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much friend! We have loved having you as part of our journey 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @bevnelson3678
    @bevnelson367811 ай бұрын

    Wow time has gone fast. Seeing how much the boys have grown. All the work you’ve both done. Amazing work be proud of yourselves. Love watching your videos. ❤❤❤❤

  • @michellegallagher6556
    @michellegallagher655611 ай бұрын

    I just wanted to say I've loved watching your journey creating your amazing home and loved watching your family grow. Good luck with everything. I'm looking forward to seeing your next video, Michelle

  • @dianeb.4791
    @dianeb.479111 ай бұрын

    What a lovely video…you’ve all been working so hard and it’s wonderful to see the progress. But the highlight for me is seeing Crusoe and Sawyer - they make me smile during every video! Thanks from your fan from the western end of the TransCanada Highway in British Columbia!

  • @shannonmann5501
    @shannonmann550111 ай бұрын

    Love it!

  • @TheNewbys

    @TheNewbys

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you Shannon 🌸☀️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🙏🏼🏡❤️🇵🇹

  • @donaldmackinnon5779
    @donaldmackinnon577911 ай бұрын

    It’s great to see how much you have done in what is relatively quiet a short period of time. Great work love to you all ❤

  • @lucasoorschot780
    @lucasoorschot78011 ай бұрын

    Great recap of aaaaaall the things you have accomplished in just a few months time. You can truly be proud of yourselves!

  • @jessicakim9076
    @jessicakim907611 ай бұрын

    Hello from USA. Found your channel and couldn't stop watching it. What a beautiful life n family, hardwork, teamwork, enjoyed the transformation from your journey! Well done!!

  • @arifrobbani3621
    @arifrobbani362111 ай бұрын

    loving your lifestyles from Bangladesh🇧🇩

  • @maudeestrella8196
    @maudeestrella819611 ай бұрын

    You should be so proud of yourselves. You’ve accomplished so much; tackling jobs you’ve never done before and doing it all with so much enthusiasm. Can hardly wait to see what comes next🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦

  • @dianestephenson8528
    @dianestephenson852811 ай бұрын

    This was a terrific look at the past year. So much was accomplished. I’ve enjoyed this whole adventure. Blessings from Leawood, Kansas, USA

  • @JoseSousa-dh7mk
    @JoseSousa-dh7mkАй бұрын

    well done guys, as a portuguese myself im very happy for u and the kids, god bless

  • @ivak5428
    @ivak542811 ай бұрын

    This is called happiness! Thanks for reminding us all....

  • @user-yw8eg8tm3d
    @user-yw8eg8tm3dАй бұрын

    I just love this “look back”.😊

  • @Hollybank5
    @Hollybank511 ай бұрын

    What a great look back at all the changes ! And a teaser of wonderful things to come !!!! ❤❤

  • @catherinebrown9119
    @catherinebrown911911 ай бұрын

    Wow! So much has been created in such a short amount of time!❤

  • @jacquipettitt3389
    @jacquipettitt338911 ай бұрын

    Absolutely fabulous video people. I'd almost forgotten how much you've accomplished in this time, so massive congratulations to you both. Still laughing at the flying dungarees 😂😂. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for John.