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Growing Gringa
Добавлен 21 апр 2014
Voyage internally and externally, growing into our choices, manifest what we truly are, free from fear and the framework of the system. Growing Gringa represents my choice of moving to Central America from Canada and transferring my homesteading and prepping skills to a completely different climate and culture.
Two Year Anniversary in Costa Rica part 2
More reflections on being in Costa Rica for the past two years and adapting to life on my farm, Culture, and Pura Vida-learning to take life as it presents itself and learning to adapt and grow.
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Two Years in Costa Rica! This also is my first year anniversary of living on this farm.
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Days go slow and months and years go fast, especially since I've been confronting challenges and projects every step to the way. This video is a bit of a mish mash. While filming, i was bombarded with technical problems, my computer broke, my cameras wouldnt work properly but somehow i got it done. This was filmed at end of May 2024. Thanks for watching!
Life in Costa Rican Rainy Season!
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My road to home crosses a small and beautiful river, but today well into rainy season, it has become torrential. And I need to get home. These are the kind of situations that Costa Rica throws at us.
Three Chicks and a Chainsaw
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My first experience felling a tree! I am building a dog kennel and need this wood. My friend joined me to boost my courage.
Sad Goodbye
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Our farm has lost a great friend. Music by Benjanmin Tissot @BensoundMusicat bensound.com
Getting Over my Fear of Basic Homestead challenges in Costa Rica
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Living Alone on a farm in Costa Rica, I have to challenge myself with the big and small situations that face me every day.
MY LOCAL BAR IN COSTA RICA. PURA VIDA
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MY LOCAL BAR IN COSTA RICA. PURA VIDA
Hatching a Homestead in Costa Rica !!
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Our little farm is growing, an exciting advancement. #homesteadCostaRica I'm starting to feel like we are building a homestead. #fincaCostaRica
I Need to Catch Rain Water for Drinking!
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I need to build a rainwater catchement system. My thoughts on building an #intentional community and working alone for a better future.
Camp on the Beach SAFELY in Costa Rica
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I've been on the beach for a few days, far away from the farm. Watch for my tips on how to safely camp on the beach. PLUS Coconut harvesting and beach Prepping.
Adapting to life in a Foreign Country. I Moved to Costa Rica.
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I"m a year and a half into my new life in Costa Rica and have learned that adapting is harder than the actual move. Can I build a homestead in Costa Rica? Rock Rant number one.
BATTLE OF THE GRASS. My first step to turning a cow farm into a food forest.
Просмотров 46510 месяцев назад
How do I convert wild 8ft tall grass into a lush food forest and work towards my first plantation. Are there any others like me out there?
Guatemala City Public Market.
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Im so excited to visit this public market in the heart of the historical district of Guatemala City. One last day and then its time to get back to my home in Costa Rica.
Leaving my Farm for Guatemala City Part 1
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Its time for me to leave Costa Rica. I have secured my land and animals and I'm heading to the historical district of Guatemala City for a quick three day trip. Join as I visit Mayan Museum Popol Vuh and navigate this wild city.
Can I build a Homestead in Costa Rica?
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Im taking an artistic approach to sharing one day of my life here on our new property in Costa Rica. Days go by so fast and there is so much to get done. I can only barely keep up to the challenges let alone make headway on any projects. Will i one day be able to say I built a jungle homestead?
My last property visit in Costa Rica!! Property Hunting in Costa Rica.
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My last property visit in Costa Rica!! Property Hunting in Costa Rica.
Looking for our forever home in Costa Rica. Reflecting and making a big decision
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Looking for our forever home in Costa Rica. Reflecting and making a big decision
PROPERTY HUNTING in COSTA RICA. We visit two farms for sale; looking for the PERFECT PROPERTY!
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PROPERTY HUNTING in COSTA RICA. We visit two farms for sale; looking for the PERFECT PROPERTY!
Prepping in Costa Rica! Why am I a prepper, what does that mean?
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Prepping in Costa Rica! Why am I a prepper, what does that mean?
Searching for Our Perfect Property In Costa Rica!
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Searching for Our Perfect Property In Costa Rica!
Property Hunting In Costa Rica!!! Searching for our "Perfect" land.
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Property Hunting In Costa Rica!!! Searching for our "Perfect" land.
Farewell to our home in Costa Rica! IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT BUYING A PROPERTY IN COSTA RICA!!!!
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Farewell to our home in Costa Rica! IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT BUYING A PROPERTY IN COSTA RICA!!!!
Bought a Car Costa Rica!! Road trip, church conspiracy and learning to drive in this WILD Country!
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Bought a Car Costa Rica!! Road trip, church conspiracy and learning to drive in this WILD Country!
Life in the Costa Rican mountains without a car is Hard!! I NEED A CAR IN COSTA RICA!
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Life in the Costa Rican mountains without a car is Hard!! I NEED A CAR IN COSTA RICA!
MY DOG MOVED TO COSTA RICA!! This is not "Olive" the story!
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MY DOG MOVED TO COSTA RICA!! This is not "Olive" the story!
Pura Vida and My Costa Rican Chicken Coop
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Pura Vida and My Costa Rican Chicken Coop
Adapting to Costa Rica!! Leaf Cutter Ants and Philosophy
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Adapting to Costa Rica!! Leaf Cutter Ants and Philosophy
Good luck
stay safe....continue your journey at your pace
hello there
Hi Mary and yes exposed plastic pipe in the temps and sunlight will degrade any plastic piping which is why I would go with copper piping that’s rated for beneath ground,then a filtration system with a uv light hook up. I do all my plumbing and fixing things at my home ,but being in Costa Rica with no tools with me it would be very frustrating. To know how to fix ,but no tools to do the job. I will be visiting a community not far from Quepos September 1/24. If in the area let’s meet and have a coffee as I’m Canadian if you have the time I love to buy you a coffee and talk with you.
Oh tats great info. I never even considered copper because everyone uses pvc,, but even that irks me. I will aalso look into a uv light filtration system. Thank you. Quepos is a nice town with great marina!! Hope you arrived safely!
Thanks for the video. Saludos from CR. Keep up the good work
Well done on your 2 years, did you give any thought to goats? Grew up in a farming area US southeast, used goats to clean out overgrown areas, good to see you again, PEACE!!!
yes!! i totally want goats. They will help me so much. My problem is im very picky about the breed. Looking for Nubian and they are rare here. Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Sorry for the loss of your love one gringo. I’m flying in this Saturday to see if I’m going to make the leap from Canada to Costa Rica. Canada has drained me of ever thinking this country will ever be free again. Love you lawnmowers (cows).
thank you. i will just say..i dont regret at all leaving. Except that i miss the cool temps and snow. I love winter.
@@growinggringa4956 I’m leaving because of winter lol,I love fall,but since my dog died and just won’t be the same doing my forest walks without her i hope this journey will give me the answer that this is the place for. Take care
I find it amazing that not torturing and killing animals for personal pleasure makes people “crazy” vegans. We just choose not to participate in causing unnecessary suffering and speak up for those who do not have the ability to do so. Up to this point, I have genuinely appreciated your channel because you also showed the struggle of living off grid. Although, I never appreciate people abusing animals for personal gain though. It’s simply disheartening. I wish you the journey comparable to the one you provide to your living companions. Crazy vegan signing out.
i get that you found my opinion offensive. But as a 15yr vegetarian i have also received many nasty comments that I am crazy.. people dont often understand. I didnt say ALL vegans are crazy. I also explained the predicament. As a farm owner i have fields that need to be deal with and i need to earn money because i cant work here. i said i wasnt crazy and not vegan, try not to be so deffensive against someone who understands your choices. And most importantly i am not abusing my animals. They have a much better life here than where they couldve ended up. I love them and care for them. Thanks for watching in the past.
very nice...did you reire from a company or govt. service ??
nope. Went for a family funeral. was super sad.
been wondering where you have been
Humans are Frugivore by species,we need to plant fruit trees to stop deforestation from cattle farming❤❤
I have 18 types of fruit growing here. Thanks for watching
Love the sign "Campos De Ensenanza" - Fields of learning.♥
good job getting over☺
Hey how are you haven't heard from you in a while?
any updates on the daily life....hope things are going well
I lost my dog of 9 years in May/24 and I definitely know what you are going through. My house is so empty and quiet now and my walks are lonely. If I decide to move to Costa Rica I will see if a stray comes my way like what happen with you & puppy then I’ll have my new companion. Sorry for your loss Gringa,but you gave puppy a great life.
Hi Gringa, I’m flying in for a month to find a -lace that I’m interested in living. 1st Tambor beach, then Quepos area,then off to Cachi area. I hope I know where I want to live after the month because I’m done with Canada. Thales care
Thank you for sharing the hardships. It is refreshing.
Thisis one hell of a challenge but it is the type of challenge that a human is built to undertake. You got this!
Hi, i love you ànd want to marry you❤
Come visit us here. We got a cozy cabin here where u can enjoy the country with out of the city snd still up in the mountains with amazing scenery! Couple volcanoes from our home too, its amazing and safe here you ca park your vehicle in our gated comunity.
ohh man i missed this comment. Thanks for the invite! cozy cabin sounds interesting... im looking forward to building one also!
An axe or saw is simpler
Thank god for mom and her money. This lady is probably broke
Hard to live in a foreign country?,iam costarican and I learned the life in USA, very hard.
Most women say they don't need a man and they are good to go.
Mary let me marry you i love you
I'm sorry you went through this extreme worry about your dog, and facing other challenges. I'm just exploring buying land here in Limon province.
Wash with blue pipe water... Drink rain... At least short time... Filter? Just like Thailand, not sure if city water is even safe to drink...
I want to go there and marry you and live my life with you forever❤
Oh and coconut trees CAN be full of bad things... be careful...
Water on car top good idea. Oil your machete and if you conserving water wash in a pot with sponge. More effecient water usage...
4x4 and go thru fast. If it is too high and pushes you down stream, keep going but open both doors and let the water flow through the cabin. That way it doesn't push you further down. Never back up if your exhaust pipe is underwater. One thing you do not want is water in your engine. That's why some people have the air intake rigged up high so water doesn't get up into the engine. 🌊
ooohhh thank u so much for this advice...cause it is gonna happen again. I had planned to open the windows . Many people here have the exhaust rung up but i didnt think id need that....
I’m sure after this rain season you will know your limits and the suv.
You go girl!!
hello, hope you are good....don't cross it- wait til it recedes
Great!!
Try it the other car when through
You are more and more confident. Can see it in every video. You got this. Your ability and range of things you can do grow daily. Awesome.
awwww,,Thanks Wallace! its true..im getting there.
This is the exact moment where a competent man would come in handy
i admit..wouldve been awesome to have a dude hold my camera
@@growinggringa4956 you tell em...lol
@@growinggringa4956 FYI, please be careful hanging out with Sara! She’s a liar and scammer who bad mouths everyone she meets and tells their business! She bad mouthed you 4-5 times on live! She called you a narcissist and a manipulator!
I subscribe to support you. I also own a home in san Isidro for over 2.5 years
Ahh..thanks SO Much!!
I watched you most latest video. And so I we t to search others of you. You mentioned you have no electricity. If you have a river on your property or near by why not just build a hydropower station using the water flows current. Search how they do it in India. Woks well. BTW I also have a property in Costa Rica for 2.5 years
Merci d'avoir ouvert tes émotions avec honnêteté. La vie au CR est un apprentissage journalier. Je vois bien que tu est entreprenante et proactive. Ça arrive d'avoir des journées que tout est en train de chier mais je crois que si tu garde le focus sur tes buts et ce que tu veux accomplir avec tes projets, tout va bien aller. Tu es bien où tu es crois moi, ici au Québec tout est en train de chier graduellement et le sentiment de déprime est vive ici. Tu sais, je t'envie d'avoir ce que tu as et ce que tu as accompli à date. En tout cas, tu m'inspire lâche pas, tu es sur le bon chemin.
La situation se dégrade au Québec?
Merci Steve! Cest tres appreciee!!
So sorry about your loss. I suppose 1 1/2 years of a good life is better than a decade of truggling.
This is what happens to a sexless woman. Without a man or social life, she is dead while living.
Girl if I were you, I would wear boots and protective clothing because I could imagine there are a ton of snakes and creepy crawlers there…be careful
who is the other lady there ? no introduction....need longer videos
shes gonna be back real soon! I always thought my videos were too long!! Trying to keep a balance.
@@growinggringa4956 no no they are always too short and need info and content
Please get a pair of Chainsaw chaps!! It’s worth it rather than Large Medical bills if you can make it that far with one leg!!
id love some...havent found any yet that would fit!!
Oh boy, you had me scared being that you've never fell a tree before. Glad all went well 🙂
Lovely chick, you doing great girls☺
Wow!! Be super careful that crap is very dangerous,, I suggest a few youtube videos to learn how to use one,, that thing can and will kick back at times and could and will cut a limb off and I'm not talking about the trees,, and wear pants and gloves when doing this type of job its not just about cutting there are safety measures alone with it...,, good luck...