We Bought a Cabin (full tour)
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- Опубликовано: 18 ноя 2023
- We bought a cabin and are moving into it! After spending the last 4 years living off grid, we knew that it was time to make a change!
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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This video feels so bittersweet to be sharing with you all…this isn’t in a million years how we expected things to go but after 4 years, we knew it was time. It was incredibly difficult to explain all the different layers and reasons behind making this decision, so if you’re left with lingering questions after watching this, we’re going to be sharing the full story on Wednesday’s podcast episode! Today, we wanted to focus on sharing our new home with you and kicking off this next chapter…also, only have a mattress on the floor but I can tell you, not having to build our bed each night before going to bed has been the BEST part so far. Cannot wait to hear what you all think of this timber frame cottage and to start this next chapter together ❤
I can’t wait to see your new home! 🥰
Not having to build your bed out of the pull out couch after a long day must be very nice❤❤ can't wait to see it
omg life-changing @@Amani1611
So excited for this next chapter! Thank you for sharing it with us!!
So no more dome and container build? 😢 That would be sad as I've really enjoyed watching it come along. I will support whatever you decide, your happiness comes first. x
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Sunday ritual at our house: Watching "Tyler and Todd's Excellent Wilderness Adventure". My 85 year-old husband is addicted. He just asked, "Is it time to check in on our boys?"
As a mom of 5 I can tell you that you are right that no surrogate or adoptive mom would want their kid to live in a tent during a Nova Scotia winter. However, plenty of moms would want their kids to visit that space and spend time there when weather is nice! You will be great dads and you are already making great choices for you future family!
I definitely understand the surrogate comment. however now they can just show prospective surrogates their bank account 😅 this house and land is worth a looottttt of money 😅 very beautiful though
i just hope that 2 great dads can equal 1 great Mom
to birth and breastfeed...such a game changer
This is so beautiful!! It shows so much authenticity to admit that dreams change- we are all constantly evolving and this next step already reflects so much joy on both your faces! So excited to watch you dig into some of the fun renovations as you make this space your own!! Congrats you guys!! 💛💛
Thanks you two!!
We all go through changes in our lives. You aren’t closing a door only opening a window to allow yourselves to breathe and rekindle your joys. I can’t wait to see the cabin transformation as you put your personalities in your new home
That is absolutely beautiful and I'm not at all crying!!!
yes, life is about exploring, learning and often changing ourselves and our life plans. Off grid, do-it-youself places are, imho, often romanticised and many inconveniences are glossed over. Comfort and convenience go a long way, esp in a very cold place. Good on ya, lads.
Neither can I! More great project vlogs from the awesome T&T
but I am gonna miss those "I feel cheap" moments!
You guys must have endless money
So happy for you both, and for the animals. THIS is the payoff for working so incredibly hard through your 20s. Congrats, and thanks for bringing us along!
@@user-lt7er2xk1t You may have missed their backstory in past videos. They worked their butts off and saved everything in their 20s. I'm happy to help for their future income stream though because their videos are excellent. Pleased to see that you enjoy them too!
@@morethandaisysmom434 Good response! Everyone agrees 100%
Wow! The previous owners are real gems. They left the house so clean and well maintained. I hope you'll be happy in this beautiful home. Excellent!
The cabin is breathtaking. I also can’t help but feel amazed by the skillset you’ve developed over the years. The way you’ve built things from the ground up really allows you to tackle endless projects at the cabin. It’s really beautiful and exciting to see this type of confidence and creativity.. knowing that you have the problem-solving skills and resilience to handle any new project.
It is wise to separate work space from living space; work time from couple time. This cabin will give you two a much needed "vacation." I also find it sweet that you have the comfort of your aging furbabies in mind. ❤ you both for that. Charlie will love his new cabin.
He's so much happier here, which makes it even better!
Exciting new adventure . The house is a home . The owners must have loved this homecoming loved the home ; it is spotless !! What a find ! Enjoy
I was jealous before, now i'm positively green with envy. Most sensible the pair of you, taking a pause, helping your dog and yourselves to heal, taking the time to just breath. You both will come back much stronger from this. Plus added bonus, a place to have a holiday that you already love. Yes and renting it out to help it pay for its self.
Thanks Julie, we're so happy with the decision we made. A great idea in so many different aspects
You're not Julie from Birmingham are you?
Omg being a Canadian I can’t believe the resilience you two have ! So happy to see how beautiful and mature you embark live . your soul the two of you guys have and all you have endure through all the ups and down …Hats off to you tow beautiful humans ! Just so happy for you and the little addiction that you are going to bring to your live is going to be so blessed in so many way because of you guys 🙏🏾💕🌈🇨🇦👏🏾🎉
When you got so excited over the dishwasher I wanted to cry. You two have been so incredibly strong, seeing the positives in so many challenging situations you deserve less stress and more ease.
Plot twist...it is broken and just flooded the entire kitchen LOLLLL
@@tylerandtodd hahahhaha - life's little struggles. didn't come up in inspection? Maybe you didn't have one? No judgement!!
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On the bright side…you have a designated spot for a dishwasher! No plumbing needed 😁
@@tylerandtoddTerrible, the basement floor was flooded, the patio has to be completely replaced because of rot, now the dishwasher doesn't work and flooded the kitchen - while you had many problems living on the old homestead which you never shared with us and we can understand why you elected not to share those problems with us, how many unseen problems do you face in the new cottage. You both deserve happiness because we now know you both have been through so much, but you are still firmly committed to each other and that is what makes you so special - you will solve the problems in the new place and it will provide you with much more comfortable surrounding but realistically - how many problems can you both take while wishing to simply live a happy life together with your "children".
For someone who has been here from way before you started on this journey and the very first RV, I have seen all the achievements, tears and struggles which btw you have never given up, you’ve taught yourself so much along the way and I’m so immensely proud of you ❤. I’m so excited for this next part of your journey, the house is beautiful and I’m sure there is a spot for that wine making, remember those times at Todd’s parents lol. Todd won’t be needing to bathe in that small tub like in the RV I think he said ‘I feel so cheap’ 😂. The boys and Squirrel are gonna love exploring,love that they’ve got their beds but have take the space with squirrel in your bed 😂 much love and hugs to you all asa always T,T,C,E & L ❤❤❤
When we bought a new house last year, we knew the deck (built in 1982) had to go. There was so much rot and building codes have really improved since then. It wasn't safe so it was removed. Had a new, larger deck done and half of it is a screened porch. For us, it has completely enhanced the house into a home. Can't wait to see what you create!
A portion of the deck screened in is a great idea for when the bugs are around in the summer.
Ok... I'm only 2 minutes in but.... 2 things.... 1... you have improved your living situation since last winter and have prepared your home for a better winter this year. You have accomplished so much on the land. 2. #1 doesn't matter. You are so wise to listen to your hearts and see the changes in yourselves and to respond to them. You are courageous and bold to step out and make the changes that you need to make. As humans, we grow and adapt and change happens. You are so smart to recognize that!
The land was always intended to be an income property, where they also had a house. Since they have no idea when the container house will be done (it's already been delayed for years, through no fault of theirs), after years of living where they were, they just need a break. When the container house is eventually done, they will either move into there and turn the cabin into a rental property, or they'll stay where they are, and the container house will be added to the income-generating buildings they will have on the land now and in the future.
@@celticlass8573 I had no idea of that. Thanks.
that sounds like what they were implying - thanks for you insight - curious, how do you know this? @@celticlass8573
How far are you from your first place?
Yeah, how far is your other property from your new home? 🥰
I couldn’t get the smile off my face seeing you both so happy. This makes so much sense, the container home will get finished but life needs to go on. Best wishes.
Thanks Catherine!! Exactly, life continues on and we’re so excited for everything to come ❤️
The straight man pose, the previous owner's message, the house, I mean this dream come true cabin, oh this episode! I am so happy for you! You made a brave decision based on your changed needs and desires. I wish you all the happiness with this!💙💚
Yes, yes, yes!!!! I love this SO much!!!! People are allowed to grow, evolve, change their minds, and not give a f*ck or owe an apology to ANYBODY!!! So happy for you two!!!! ❤
Imagine how it will look when Todd unleashes his Xmas decorations!! 9 trees? Let's go for 10!! It is a far better environment for Charlie to heal and much safer. I believe this was Todd's childhood cabin? As much as I adore your builds, you deserve a winter without having to schlep in and out, especially with a recovering pup!! Love you guys!
❤💕🦄💕❤
Nope, we didn't know the owners of this place at all. Right place at the right time...also, totally agree! The more trees, the better!!
Tree topper - place on the tree before it is put up? I have a photo of my father attempting to put a paper star made by my then 9 y/o daughter using a broom handle from the loft. Their little house in the forest had very ceilings in the main living area. (they also had a tower) Rather an unconventional house but they loved it. As did I. It was very, very hard to let it go.
I love it! Sure it's a left turn from what you have been striving for. Goals change in life, that's not always a bad thing. Looking forward to less showering outside ( haha) and more normal indoor life so Charlie can heal. Have a warm cozy winter. ❤
I'm very happy for you both! Enjoy our next chapter in life and be blessed ❤
really crazy to see how many changes you have both made over the years. So excited for this new chapter and to watch you build up a home together in a whole new way
I can’t say how incredibly proud of you two I am. It’s hard to take a step back and reassess life at times, but totally necessary. It’s the perfect time to do this and when you’re ready to do more with the land, you’ll do it. Your view is spectacular! Much love to each of you and I’m excited to watch you make this your home. ❤
Thank you so much for this Lauren. It IS hard and weirdly, so much harder when you worry about what literally thousands of people will think. It consumed us for a little while there but this decision feels needed and much overdue. I want you to know how much it means to us that you get it. All teary eyed typing this right now xoxo
So happy for the both of you, but knowing you will find a project to remodel, but many blessings and all your dreams come true in this new venture.❤🎉
Guys, I'm so not jealous! This is my absolute dream home, it's incredible! I do however devoutly hope you'll finish the container home too, from the comfort and safety of this new one, because wow. You have achieved SO much already over there. I can totally understand your decision to buy this one though. I wish you and the boys so much happiness here. Let me know if I have to send you care packages! 😉😍❤️
So happy for you both! This is a great move.
I am so excited for you both and the animals to have a peaceful and warm winter ❤
It will be such a nice way to spend winter, no worry for water, electricity or heat. Bonus for Charlie and its rehab. Hugs and love. OMG Todd and the Christmas trees, how many can you make in that place.
I think I get fit at least 5....comfortably LOL
I have 3 Christmas trees in my home and as you guys were doing the walk through all I could concentrate on was saying, “oh that office space would be a great space for a 12ft+ tree…OH and the living area too, OOOHHHH and in the bedroom. Hahahahaha I know it will be beautiful. Congratulations to you both (and the fur babies) on this stunningly gorgeous home. Can’t wait to see what you do with the place. ❤
Dont forget miniature trees that come already decorated and perfect for a desk or sshelf. YOu could fit A LOT of those @@tylerandtodd
Congratulations on your new home!!!🎉
You both have worked so very hard on your other property. I have never seen such dedication and vision on the gorgeous property. You have taken just a blank area, made it livable and self sufficient.
The four of you deserve creature comfort ❣️
Blessings, prayers and happiness in your new home!!!
Looking forward to your updates.💜💜💜
🦃🦃🦃 HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃🦃🦃
I can almost hear the pitter patter of tiny feet already! Congratulations, very much deserved and so incredibly beautiful ❤
It’s like a house in the Christmas movies. I love it and I can’t wait sit to see what you guys do to it.
You guys work so hard. I’m very happy for you. Yay for a new adventure! ❤
Congrats
So nice to see you happy!
I can’t tell you how excited I am for this next chapter. This property is seriously like something out of a storybook. I’m so happy for you all and can’t wait to see what you do to make it your own. ❤
It really warms my heart to see the joy on your faces as you gave a tour of the cottage and property. It sounds like you have a lot of fun plans in store. Charlie, Eddie and Lilly are going to love it out there with a real yard to play in and then a lake to cool down. Congratulations guys!!!
So happy for you both, I look forward to tuning in each week to see you settle in and setup your new house.
I’m so happy for you! I’m also happy you’re going to finish the land projects too. You both continue to develop amazing homes.
Can’t wait for the cabin life videos. Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years…so many fun adventures! Congrats and let the fun begin. Thanks for taking us along for the fun. Waiting for the cabin based humor too. Lol. ❤
Can we see what we can do about convincing Tyler to buy a 12ft tree? I think it's a necessity at this point
@@tylerandtodd I’m thinking a 18 foot tree might look better with the lake background. Lol
Ok, now we're talking!!!@@erpung
@@tylerandtodd Oh absolutely! It would be a crying shame to have that tall, gorgeous living room and put a wimpy little tree in there. Go big *AND* go home!!!! :)
@@tylerandtoddand yes, please, Christmas
Tree...,for all of us..
(We are will be your guests on other side of screen..)💞🙏💞
Congrats on your purchase. I'm thinking that if this doesn't become your permanent home, it will become a B&B type rental once your container home is ready for occupancy. You two never cease to amaze with your switcheroo's.
Swicheroo masters at this point!
Yall are so Blessed!!
❤🙏🏼❤🙏🏼
So happy for you guys. This new chapter has so much potential! Looking forward to this new adventure with you.
So excited and what a lot of us have been secretly hoping you might do so stay comfy with the older pups for the winter. This way you’ll keep warm, cosy and have all the mod cons and be able to do work on the home at the same time. I bit you’ll miss “The Land” but it’ll be sorted sooner whilst you’re living comfortably and able to flush a loo again!!
Thanks for this. We're still celebrating the "normal" moments like deciding to take a shower after dark if we want...AND it's inside LOL. Or waking up in the middle of the night having to pee not needing to go outside. I don't ever want to lose the gratitude we have right now. It feels so amazing.
@@tylerandtoddSo wonderful! I can’t tell you how happy I am for you all. So glad you decided to have some comfort and regulated warmth. Nothing like some of Maslow’s bottom layer! ❤️❤️❤️ Love Liz x
So much love and support and gratitude to you both! Thank you for taking us along on your journey.❤😊
Congratulations on this beautiful and new adventure. I’m looking forward to seeing all the repairs and upgrades ❤
WOW! Spectacular! I'm so happy for you
Can't wait to see Charlie and Eddie's reaction. They'll be in that lake several times a day! I am so happy for you guys. BTW If you decide to airbnb your dome this winter, let us all know. I'd love a weekend off grid :)
The two of you NEVER cease to amaze! Congratulations 🎉
OMG.....STUNNING!!!
I am so happy for you both! Well Done!
I appreciate your story about acquiring a cabin, and your excitement for this new venture, but hope that you will continue to finish the project we have been following with you for the past few years! Having grown up in Eastern Ontario on a farm that included a smallish lake, I do recall the peace of wandering to the shore on a Sunday afternoon to check on the great blue herons and loons that were our summer neighbours! There were not a lot of motorboats around to disturb the peacefulness of a Sunday afternoon, so it truly was a calming sanctuary.
Gorgeous property.
Congratulations!
Now you can sleep in a warm place, a bathroom inside, washer/dryer at your disposal. A nice big kitchen.
A great view.
Heaven on earth.
❤ You both
Congratulations. I love your enthusiasm and optimism as you move through the cottage. You can see the property's potential and are ready to do the work - you actually sound excited you have work to do! (nothing we can't handle!)
This is a beautiful home! So proud for you two! Make some life-long memories and enjoy your life together!
Cheers to another chapter in your book! I LOVE all the wood details (that Richard built himself) like the long serving buffet. That home is a labor of love that seems perfect for you both!
Congrats! Wishing you two the best 💙
Opening this new door is so exciting. I am happy for you all. New adventures are coming and I look forward to seeing it unfold. Congratulations.
Extremely excited to see where this takes you two! Your life is full of twists and turns, and I love watching you two work through each one. Hoping for the best!
You guys are so inventive and industrious. Your creativity knows no bounds..Such a sensible idea to add to your dream. Do whatever it takes to get there! Cant wait to see and hear more!
Congrats Tyler and Todd!!! love your new property! THE BEST!!!!
BIG JOY, THANKS SO MUCH. BEST!
OMG what a surprice. I've been following you since your first RV and been with you all the way through your struggles in your land. And now this. Reallly unexpeceted. I wish you all the luck with this new project and looking forward to the babies!!!! Greetings from Sweden!!!!!!
I started watching you two because of your yurt and I have fallen in love with you guys! I’m so happy for you and the pups! Thanks for taking us on your adventures!
Thank YOU for coming along xoxo
So do you think you will ever live full time in the container house?
The cottage home/wood cabin is so beautiful!! Congrats guys, you deserve this 🙌🏼💛
Congratulations! So happy for both of you!
So glad you are not giving up on the land, but taking a well need mental and physical break . You and the fur babies deserve it and how fortunate you are to be able to so this. You will have a fresh perspective come spring and rejuvenated. So happy for you❤
It is a mansion or the biggest, tallest cottage I’ve ever seen.
You continue to amaze me.
That’s not a shed …it is the pet palace.
A lake no - it is an inland sea. 🎉❤
Oh baby, with a dock!
So happy for y'all 🎉
I'm so excited for you both!!
A Jacuzzi tub 😮such an upgrade from the Rubbermaid bin. I was so happy for Todd when I saw that I almost cried🎉🎉
Congratulations! The house is stunning. I can totally understand the need for a warm place in winter. The cold gets you after a while. I grew up in a half-timbered farmhouse built in 1756. Although it was beautiful, there were gaps between the timbers where you could see daylight. In the winter it was so cold that a glass of water next to the bed would be frozen in the morning. Then I moved to a lovely tiny house on a mountain. When it snowed it was accessible only on foot. Having to walk 1 km in the morning to get to work and then back in the afternoon, carrying all the groceries was exhausting. Both houses had to be heated with wood fires. After four years I was fed up with it. These days I want something warm in winter where I can turn on the heating. Hope you'll be very happy in your new home!
"can turn on heating" is SO true..it's hard for people to understand how over time the work involved with providing the every day essentials (heat, water, electricity) gets tiring. It makes it more tiring and difficult to do everything else that goes into living life.
Congratulations. The house looks great. A garage too!!! Running water heat and bathrooms and showers a tub wohoooo.
@@tylerandtodd I grew up in a "camp" in the 70s. We had water when the spring out back collected enough water to puddle and the pooled water would make pressure for the house. We flushed our modern toilet by dumping the five gallon bucket of water into the back of it and then flushing. Today I sometimes catch myself turning on the water in my house and just letting the hot water run for no reason whatsoever. I will stop, just before leaving the bathroom, and think to myself " that why did I do that?" I totally understand.
Your joy is effervescent! I’m so happy for your new adventures. Love and more love 💕
Congratulations on your new home and I look forward to the continuing adventures you will have there. Having all of your daily living amenities readily available when you want or need them will be incredible. The view is magnificent. You've worked hard for this so enjoy yourselves, you deserve it; Much love to you guys.
After giving 110% for so long, it's no wonder that you need a break. What a beautiful place to relax and refresh for the future. Always a treat watching you both every week. ❤️
Lovely home (that ain’t no cottage), in a gorgeous location. The previous owners obviously put a lot of love into building it and how heartwarming that they left you a note and bikkies for the pups. How delightful they left you martini and either highball or kolsch beer glasses, and it even comes with central vac…I’m envious 😉
Were those Long Island Tea glasses ?
I'm so excited for you both! ❤❤
Congratulations! How fortunate you are. Much Love!
Congratulations! I am over the moon happy for the two of you. I can’t wait to see all the amazing things you are going to do to make it your home!!!
What first comes to mind is wow! What a gorgeous cabin. You guys should be so proud of your accomplishments. You have come so far and achieved so much. You deserve every beautiful square inch of that beautiful property/ cabin. The dogs are going to love it! I can't wait to watch the next chapter of T&T. It looks like your in the same area as Vanwives. Congratulations
Beautiful ❤
So happy for you both!
Absolutely brilliant change of direction, you two are an inspiration of purposeful decision making. What a lovely property. Always waiting for your next posts.
Good to see you two both happy and excited. Congratulations! Looking forward to future videos.
Congratulations on your new home it looks amazing your tour was awesome your both so happy lots of happy memories
I’m so happy for you both! This chapter will be fun.
Congratulations to the 5 of you! Can't wait for the next part of your journey to begin and have a front row seat to it all! 🎉😊❤
I am so very very happy for you guys. You so deserve this, and what a beautiful setting. The boys are going to love their new home. Can’t wait to see videos of them exploring the land and swimming in the lake. When Charlie is able to do so. This is the next chapter in your lives, and we are sharing it with you. Wow! Can’t wait to see your ideas come to fruition. All in good time.
Can already see the peace this new cabin is bringing you. Embrace the comforts and you will have fresh eyes when you return to work on the container home. Congratulations! Have a wonderful Christmas in your new home. ❤
I am so excited to see what you do with cabin and land!!
So excited for you both!!
You’ve been so brave! Good for you, it’s just been sad to see you working so hard with no end in sight. Still anxious to see how it all unravels. Bless you both and your boys
It is so good to see this next chapter that you'll both be taking. Your lake house looks so serene and being able to take a step away from your big house project must just give you a little bit of peace, so that you can recharge and get back into it with a whole lot less stress. Congratulations Tyler and Todd :)
Congratulations on your beautiful new home, I'm so happy for you both!❤❤
Congratulations gorgeous guys I’m sincerely happy for you both as you deserve some space & ability to relax! You both have worked SO hard last 3+ yrs on off grid property!! “Straight man pose” was hysterical Todd!! Loved this Vlog as feel your happiness & that Lake is serene & so peaceful your fur babies will love it!! You will have a large bedroom & a bath!!!! 🤗🥂💙💙
After 4 years of going without and all your struggles building your dream homestead, a bit of comfort is overdue.
As I'm sitting here stewing and wondering what you're all going to think of this decision...Thanks for this ❤
How wonderful for you both ! I love that you are taking care of yourselves.
Please don't worry about what we all think of what you do/ decisions you make. It is your life and you share with us what you are doing, thinking, feeling. We support you. I hope we can offer advice (when you ask for it), but I am not here to judge you. You do what is right for you, based on the information you have at the time, how you are feeling, what is going on. You share that with us and that is what we appreciate it. @@tylerandtodd
Just beautiful! You all will be quite comfortable and happy there for many years. Congrats!
Congratulations! So happy for you both and the fur babies.
The house, the lake, the land … it’s all beautiful! Congrats!
What a wonderful new chapter guys. I'm so happy for you, and for Charlie it is really going to help him with his healing. I'm excited to see what Todd does with regards to Xmas decorations, especially after what was said on the podcast and the amount of Xmas trees LOL. I am so pleased for you both. Much Love and cuddles to the fur babies x
It’s such a dream property! Can’t wait to see what you guys make of it, and excited to be coming along for the ride!
You guys are a joy to follow. This new home (Cabin) will be a major leap forward. Everything that you want changed I am confident you too can handle (given the previous home). This home is beautiful and has a lot of potential for raising a family and entertaining friends. You did well in selecting this property. Congratulations guys! Look forward to your future post.
WOW! this is such great news! This is obviously the only way to go! it is SO SO beautiful, it will give you the boost to go on with the land. Much love to you and yours TT xx
Tyler and Todd, you were making the right decision, these past four years as we live vicariously through you it’s exhausting. It’s time to enjoy your life and move forward good for you.❤
I agree .
Oh my gosh! I am so happy for you. What a find. What a gorgeous property, the house is stunning and the view to die for. The pups and Squirrel will love this space this winter. Again, so happy for you.
It's gorgeous! I'm so excited for y'all!!
Im am so incredibly happy for you all!! This is such a wonderful Christmas surprise. Wonderful timing. Big hugs and so much love hesding your way. So so so proud of you both. Pure paradise. Your family will now grow and flourish here!! Much love to you all!!!!!
Love the purple bedroom!!! Love this entire cabin! So happy for you guys!