Where we've been (life update & what's next)
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- Опубликовано: 13 янв 2024
- It's been a busy year of building, from the shipping container home to the geodesic dome, but is it still what we want and what's next for us? Click shopbeam.com/tylerandtodd to shop Beam’s biggest sale and get up to 50% off. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer! The numbers don’t lie! In a clinical study, 93% of participants reported Dream helped them get better sleep. Only hemp-free Dream flavors are eligible for international shipping. Discount auto applied - no code necessary.
If you've missed the last few episodes, we decided to buy a cabin, move into it and get comfortable for the winter. It has been a LONG 4 years of self building our home and it's time we start living again. Now that it's been a few weeks, this cozy cottage is exactly what our souls needed!
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How did we end up here?
It all began with a year of full-time travel, embracing the van life until the world shifted, and we had to adjust accordingly. With travel no longer an option but determined to stay productive, we transformed our compact mobile abode into a self-sufficient off-grid dwelling that fulfilled all our needs. Recognizing the uncertainty of the current tiny home, we quickly realized a permanent residence was the most sensible choice. Over the past three years, we have meticulously overseen every aspect of the project ourselves, planning the construction while simultaneously setting up the off-grid property to sustain our future food requirements. For the last two years we've lived in a Geodesic Dome, which has allowed us to be comfortable (expect for the winter months), while we realize our shipping container home dream. However, this will mark our 4th winter with stable electricity, running water, or a flushing toilet and time has come to come up with a new plan going forward.
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The last few weeks have been so lovely but WE MISSED YOU! It felt so weird every time Sunday rolled around and we weren't sharing what we got up to that week...thank you for being such a special and important part of our 2023. Sitting down and reflecting back on this last year felt really great and I hope everything we said about wanting something different for 2024 made sense. If you're down to watch whatever adventures we get up to, we'll keep on bringing you along 😘
Missed you guys!!! But I'm glad you enjoyed your time of!!!! Ohh btw Tyler love the hair.. you look gorgeous 🥰
Aw thanks, appreciate that!! Missed you all too xo @@NatasjaVrij
This is my first time sending a comment to you two. But I have had a bad or more positive it’s been an eventful 😊 My New Years Resolution is to do more and be more in 24!🎉 I’m taking your wonderful example of dreaming big and not letting setbacks cause me to give up.
Please keep sharing. I look forward to see what you two will be bring us this year. Thank you for bring Hope back to my life. 😊❤😊
Of course we want to see your newest adventures, Duh!
Missed you guys too, happy 2024!
The magic is not in the first place the off-grid, not the in the woods, not how good-looking you are, but: your relationship. All the shared hard work brings you even closer and it's such a pleasure to see you talk in unison, each from your unique self. May you go form strength to strength in the new years and thank you for charging our hope batteries.
Amen to this!
I am so VERY ENVIOUS of both of them, what they have together, what they share together, work together for common goals/outcomes, support one another, respect one another, and LOVE together as they do! I wish my life was as full, complete, and blessed as theirs! Congratulations to you both!!@@marysharvey
Well said. 🇨🇦
My thoughts exactly. I first went to your channel because I was intrigued about the off-grid build, but I stayed because I get a warm feeling from the peek into the relationship.
Hear hear ❤❤
Found your channel this past spring and after having hysterectomy. The Doctors found cancer but was able to remove it all. Honestly, you’re channel brought me so much joy and laughter during some hard times. Thank you for being you and sharing it with us all. Happy New Year’s everybody and let’s rock 2024 together!!
Glad they got it all and you’re still here with us ❤️
Yikes, “glad you’re still with us” - ouch!!!
@@michaelchambers7665 thank you 😊
@smokinangel360 May you heal up smoothly & may you stay well!🙌🏼
I’m sorry, I’ve been wanting to say this for like the last two months… but Tyler, you’re looking younger to me, and so stress-free in your face And voice. And Todd, you’re looking more relaxed and calm-minded. I hope you guys take that well, because I mean it well, you’re both so very handsome. Since you’ve moved into this cabin, I have noticed these changes in you guys. I think this cabin move was such a healthy decision for not just the well-being of your treasured puppy, but for the both of you two also. I love the video, and it’s so refreshing when you guys are back on RUclips after you’ve been gone for a little while over the holidays. Much love to you both 🍷 ❤️
Sush a sweet comment, and I absolutely agree. ... and if it's even possible- they're both more handsome than ever.
Bravo guys, we're behind you 100%.
Thanks Gerald!
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Tacha and
@@tylerandtodd.
"We". It would never occur to me to appoint myself as spokesperson.
I love how you two look at each other. The love and respect you share is heart warming. I’m happy I’m one of the many along for your ride!
"Usually, there is nothing more pleasing than returning to or relishing in, a place where you have endured hardship." Good to have you back. 😊😊😊
Love this ❤
You two are looking so well. Settling into that cabin for the winter has done you so much good.
The best decision we've made in a really long time!
I have to say your Christmas Tree was absolutely beautiful.❤ Love from Australia ❤
As one who has been a counsellor for others, I applaud both of you for your self-awareness, your honesty, and your willingness to share your vision and your hopes with all of us! You offer us a positive, encouraging relationship model. I look forward to following you in this not so new year, given that we are almost 1/24 of the way into it! HAPPY NEW YEAR! May you continue to follow your dreams, listen to your instincts, and above all, be there for each other! Blessings!
Wow 1/24th already!! Santa will be here again before you know it 😂...jokes aside, thanks for saying this. We really, really do appreciate it.
Did I sleep through 10 days of January? Lol At 69 going on 70 in a couple of months times flys by. I whole heartedly (sp) agree that your willingness to share so much of your feelings and life is amazing. I'm so glad I found your channel. Love to both of you and your furry family. 🙂🖖💕💕💕💕💕
You guys definitely made the right call buying the lake cabin. Realizing you were in an untenable position in the dome with winter and all its accompanying stressors was just around the corner made executing a strategic pivot the right option and saved not only The Land project, but a world of aggravation and heartache as well. You both seem so much more relaxed and happy, which is wonderful to see. That alone is a lesson in making good choices we can all appreciate. There's no doubt in my mind that everything will come together beautifully. Eventually. It's going to be a great ride!
the ones who get it, really get it...thanks for being a real one, David xox
You could see that Todd really couldn't wait to decorate their home. Now he doesn't have to wait. What you guys have already done at the new place is amazing 👏 ❤
“It is okay to realize you are in over your head!” The best line of the video! So proud of you guys! I remember watching you guys and admiring your persistence and “can do” attitude. Secretly, I would think to myself, “Those guys are going to work themselves to death!” Of course my 68 year old body had something to do with that thought. Anyway, I am so happy you two have decided to reevaluate and are taking better care of yourselves! Happy New Year!
I couldn't have said it better than you did. I agree with you 100%
Some folks are much older before they realize this: "You don’t have to have everything figured out, you don’t have the answer of where you’re going to be at this point next year." Good advice. You guys rock.
I want to say how proud I am of you both for continuing to pursue your dreams of building your shipping container home, even when things got really difficult or overwhelming.
The stress and pressure was immense. Trying to meet construction deadlines, problem-solve unexpected issues, live in challenging conditions - that takes a huge toll! I truly admire you for recognizing when things were becoming too much and course correcting, by buying this beautiful cabin. Taking that time to rest and recharge shows so much self-awareness and maturity.
I know you've received questions about whether you're "giving up" on the container house. But it's obvious you still have a vision for that special place and are committed to seeing it through in a way that nourishes you rather than burns you out. There's no shame in proceeding at a pace that allows you to enjoy the process. In fact, that's vital! Your happiness and wellbeing need to be the priority.
The key is that you're still moving toward your goals, just in a more balanced way. Be compassionate with yourselves when you have off days. And don't forget to celebrate all the milestones along the way! I believe that dream home is going to come together beautifully thanks to all your thoughtful planning and passion. But the timeline doesn't matter as much as maintaining joy in your life journey.
Wishing you both all the best! Keep hanging onto the vision that makes your souls come alive. You've got this!
What a courageous decision you guys have made! Most people keep going with something because they think they have to, and then they lose the love for their project, the fun goes out of it and that comes out in the final result. You are going for wanting the Fun back into The Land, and you couldn't have done better. I'm behind you 100%! BTW glad you're back, I missed you guys!
Frankly I’m slightly relieved!The pace, the sheer physical effort linked to taxing living conditions in a difficult climate….you would have had total burn out if it had gone on much longer. Congratulations you’ve realised what’s important…it not about building the house…it’s about building YOUR lives together….& that can take you in a myriad of directions😊As long as you are communicating& loving each other….it will be FINE! Good luck to you wherever life takes you.
Guys, i have watched your content for years. You have entertained your supporters for years. You are with out doubt the hardest working pair of fellow homosexuals i have ever seen. You are a bloody inspiration to everyone who watches your content. I do, bit many probably do not, appreciate how hard it is to film your lives and share it with the world. Honestly guys you make us lazy gays look bad...... But good on you. Watching you is exhausting. Take time to love each other and the animals xx
Even if you were to "give up" You don't owe us anything. Those of us who like following you for being you will still be here. This is your channel and you shouldn't cater it to people who feel like you aren't doing what they want you to do.
I wish everyone had this perspective! 😂…thanks for truly understanding ❤️
You know it's Sunday, when Tyler and Todd are on our screens. Having my nachos and going to watch the vlog. Welcome back we all missed you.🤗😉❤️👍
egg rolls here! LOL
Love egg rolls 😊😉👍@@chellecopley67
what do we have going for dipping sauce?? LOL @@chellecopley67
sweet thai chili sauce!@@tylerandtodd
Totinos pizza rolls!
This is one of the first times that Tyler was not wearing a ball cap. Why are you hiding your wonderful hair? It was great to hear a summary of last year and plan for this year. I love your new attitude. You are taking things at a more relaxed pace.
Well, we didn't have a shower or indoor plumbing for like 3+ years LOL...the rat nest was real
I agree it’s very cute
I agree- you have great hair Tyler ! You do too Todd !!
Yep, really glad to see him without that ...cap.... 😉
The old saying ‘couldn’t see the forest for the trees’ is what comes to mind. So glad you were able to step back, and can look at things with fresh eyes.
This year is the start of living with the joys of just doing whatever projects without stressing yourselves out with timelines, taking more time to watching the sun over the lake, hosting family & friends, taking care of yourselves, the boys, Squirrel and each other. This is the year of being more joyful and "come what may." And I'm here for whatever you guys choose to share with us every Wednesday and Sunday. Please don't worry about us if you need to take more breaks during this year of joy & peace; we will be here 😃💜
Hi my Favorite Boys, my Dynamic Duo. I watched you on Wednesday, and was looking forward to seeing you today. I'm going to sit back and enjoy the video. Stay warm. Sending Love and Hugs to Tyler and Todd and their Lil Family 💙💙🐶🐶🐺
Thanks Lynette, glad you enjoyed it!
Boys I have never seen you both looking so HAPPY and RELAXED 😍😍😍😍 The pair of you are different people since moving into the Cabin all that heat comfort and family visiting has done you both the power of good it was much needed ❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Love from the UK x
It was a crazy year. You guys took it so gracefully. I'll continue to tune in
Your joy and excitement about the next chapter of your life is amazing!! Blessings to all of you.
I love that you have this cabin sanctuary!! Im just a spectator and the container was overwhelming me. I have built a couple of houses and the two different relationships suffered in the wake. You two are too good together to lose each other in an overwhelming project. I feel like I should thank you for securing the cabin and sheltering yourselves! Now the new year can be joyous and not a drugery...how awesome this is!!!
Wonderful to see you both back and the fur babies are happy. Enjoying life and people you love is the BEST.
Happy New Years and God Bless
It's all okay, whatever you do. Love that you take us along for the adventure. All good things in the New Year.
How on earth did you guys get so wise at such a young age? Super impressive 👏
As an oldie, said with pride btw, I look back over my amazing life and, after watching this video, can see times where creating space would have probs resulted in healthier choices & outcomes. And while I have no regrets I do applaud and encourage you both to make this video compulsary viewing several times a year. And while you re-watch yourselves be in awe of your magnificence & wisdom ❤
Happy New Year to you both! Thank you for sharing your journey! Stay warm! ❤️
Welcome back and Happy New Year! Thank you for the update!
Happy to see you back. Happy new year.
So glad you're back with us!
So proud of you guys!!!!!❤
Glad to see you back! I’ve missed you both! So glad you are happy ❤
Y'all handle these challenges with so much grace. ❤
Sounds like you had a much needed break, and I’m thrilled to see what’s in store for you and the fur babies this year ❤
Welcome back!!! Happy New Year Tyler and Todd!
Your brightness n joy is so elevated,,so happy for you! Hugs😊
Good for you for taking the time to take care of yourselves!!!!
So rare to see you without a cap on, Tyler. Happy New year. Love boys
Please don’t give up on the shipping container.❤
I love the message here, what you learned, and how you are passing it on to us.
Can’t wait to see the container home finished. You have put so much blood sweat and tears into that place. It’s so beautiful you have to live there and enjoy it all.
Thanks so much for clearing up of your plans for the Container House and environs - also even better to know you're in a nice warm and cozy abode to spend this horrible winter, a well earned gift to yourselves after so much effort on the Container House ... Happy New Year guys, you deserve it.
Oh my god, I love you, Tyler and Todd.
Wonderful, thank you. Take care. and stay cozy.
We have missed you guys soooooo much~! Thank God you are back.
I'm sure that the containerhouse will become stunning when ready, but...I got the feeling that this house will be become your 'happy-home'. Good luck with it all!
We think so too!
Not to worry Tyler and Todd about what others think or say. I’ve watched you since you started channel to travel in your 5th wheel. I’ve enjoyed those and everything else is a happy bonus.
Love you guys! And so happy to be back with you on Sundays!
The love in your eyes and cheer in your voices brings this old man such joy. Hugs to the both of you.
You both seem more at peace now. Happy for you .
When you recap what you’ve accomplished over the year, it’s quite amazing and understandably stressful at the time. I’m glad you made the decision to buy a place that’s more habitable during the winter months and absolutely breathtaking all year round. Now you have the time and space to really decide how to proceed. This is wisdom. As a 71 year old, you are very correct in that life is fleeting. Without urgent deadlines, and immediate stressors, you can enjoy the projects you choose to do. I am looking forward to seeing what you two get up to in 2024. May this year bring you more love, joy, abundance and great health. And wishing your fur babies the same. 🇨🇦
We're lucky enough that we get to spend the majority of our time with friends and family of your vintage...youth is truly wasted on the young.
@@tylerandtoddain’t that the truth lol
All the best Jules 😘🌈
Hi guys! Happy new year and great to have you back in our life. I hope for you that all your wishes come true this year and you enjoy being together in the comfort of your new home!
Hi, I'm so glad you're back. Missed you guys the past few weeks. I look forward to watching you both on Sundays.
Glad you’re back mates ❤ So glad to hear you celebrating successes 🎉 and progress 🩵🙌🏽✨
Glad to be back! Happy New Year :)
Thank you for speaking about your experience with colonoscopies and cancer screening. My father beat colorectal cancer during the pandemic and I had a colonoscopy too as a preventative screening measure. It was easy and it’s important to do it early enough to catch because it’s so easily treated. You’re using your platform to help inform people and that’s amazing. Cancer is an awful disease. Early screening and access to screening is so important. ❤
You guys are always so busy. Great to see you spending time with family!
You two make everything so amazing. Your creative skills are always first rate. Take your time and be happy.
Happy New Year! So glad you took a much needed break. Welcome back :)
Thanks so much, hope you got some downtime over the holidays too!
@@tylerandtodd It was the first Christmas since my husband died, I spent it by myself, I needed the time to reflect and remember how lucky I was to have had him in my life, although it was all too brief
Happy New Year Boys! You inspire me. Your cabin is my dream home. Peace and love.
and P.S. I love your Podcast.
We’re here for it. Happy to see you happy.
Thank you guys so much for sharing your life’s adventures with us. You are an inspiration for living well & sharing love, even for this old lady.
Absolutely! Do what makes you guys happy!
Thanks Richard!
Looking forward seeing what 2024 brings for you! As always, a pleasure watching you delightful beings🥰
it is so good to seeyou guys again, you have been missed and looking back on all youhave made happen is a real good start of the year, here is to more Tyler & Todd
My favourite boys, Happy New year my lovelies. This year will be great, no matter what you do x
So glad you guys have incorporated the "third person" perspective by removing yourself from the project and taking steps back to evaluate yourselves. Getting a better grip on the insight to complete the projects is BRILLIANT. I have to admit, I got nervous for you guys with all the incessant projects. I was concerned about the strain that could have happened. Grateful for you guys that it didn't. You guys sound like you are in a WAY BETTER space to continue your progress and thrive while building on to your happiness. GOOD ON YOU TWO. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Happy New Year, Tyler and Todd, and pups and kitty kat!!! Both properties are gorgeous!!! Keep them both and use them both!!! 🥰🙏❤️❤️❤️🙏🇨🇦
Happy New year, Kerry!
Time to relax and catch you're breath, and that's OK....Love hearing about your adventures!
I love your confidence about the future and how things will work out 💕
So glad you guys are in a better place. Rent the land, sell the land, use it as a never-ending project...anything. But I think if you ever give up the lake house, it'd be a big mistake. It may have its quirks 😉, but it's built. It's done. It's warm. It's roomy & comfortable. You can come in & just BE, w/o a ton of stuff staring you in the face. As you pointed out, the house gives you the freedom & the space to deal w/ the land w/o feeling like you MUST HURRY & get something done before the weather changes or whatever. I think the holidays w/ your families was your reward for making the change. 😊
It's lovely to see you both looking so relaxed, happy and stress free. That's more important than anything else. I wish you a wonderful year doing whatever takes your fancy ❤
Feeling very refreshed!! Thanks so much ❤️
Great video guys! You both look so relaxed now. After all that, I can tell that a change was necessary and we support you both!
I'm glad to hear you guys are moving forward with developing both home steady. I'm sure they will both be used and loved as seasonal homesteads.
I'm so happy for you guys! You guys deserve a little break from all of those massive projects. I DO NOT know how you guys get all those tasks completed!🤯🤯 LOL. I"M SO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS! Happy New Year! Super excited to see all of your new crazy projects!
Honestly, same LOL
Happy new year! Also watching while going through extreme cold. Last night was -40 feels like -50. -18 sounds delightful!
Happy New Year!!!
Can't wait to see what's next!
Love you guys, happy new year ❤
Well done, guys. Best wishes, and you got my support. ❤
Happy, happy New Year to the my fave 5!! Much luv from Texas.
Wishing you a very happy New Year also xo!
What you guys are experiencing is classic burnout. It takes a really long time to get your adrenals back up to full happy capacity. Please take your time and enjoy it all!
Happy New Year! Lovely to see you again. Looking forward to see where the year takes you!
I love watching you two as a couple. So thankful you open parts of your life to share. Huge hugs.
Beautiful area
I love you guys!
Very excites about all the changes. Glad you have regrouped. You guys are all good and doing it right. Good job!
Happy New Year Boys! Just go with your hearts. Have time to smell the roses. Sending love ❤🇬🇧
I missed you guyssss!!! 😭🩵
Missed you toooo!!!
❤HAPPY NEW YEAR GUYS U BOTH LOOK GREAT...N WELL RESTED...❤
Thanks Happy New Year to you too!
Great to see you two. Happy New Year and don’t worry about what people say, do things that bring joy to your life. God bless you both.
Seeing you back has made my afternoon!
Tyler, love your hair that length! Looking good!
Thanks!! ❤
😍@@tylerandtodd
Finally…… where are the van wives know lol 😝
You both finally look rested more. Congratulations 🎊
Woohoo Sunday vids are back. Happy to see you two looking fresh and rested. Nothing wrong with taking your time and enjoying the process.
Doesn't Tyler's hair look great!
Thanks Peter!
Happy New Year!! That sunset was st.unnnnn.ing!!!! 😍 I think you should be terribly proud of the progress you have made on the shipping container home considering the setbacks you were up against with it - not to mention Todd's foot injury, Tyler's cancer scare and taking care of Charlie! I can't wait for all of what you share in 2024. I'm here for it!!
Look at all those people, in all that space, what a wonderful Christmas you all must have had! ❤
Tyler, you are the calmest and most at peace I have ever seen you here!