If anyone starts watching right now I bet they will be horrified but I think it looks 1,000 times better than it did when you first walked us through it. Even that little bit of Kilz on the walls brightened the place up. And it must be an adventure to walk around and find things like fruit trees and hidden vegetable patches. Looking forward to the next video.
One day at a time. Just keep at it. It's amazing what a coat of paint can do. I went through 20 gallons of kilz. Every room and ceiling had to be kilzed in my house during renovation. Its worth a lot of money now. Once you get moved in, you'll be amazed at how much easier it is to get things done. Looking forward to all the future videos.
@@tracyg4660 Thanks 🙏. It's frustrating... I get worn out then drive back to the motel and now I'm bored can't wait to get back over there in the morning. Ugh 😩. I know I'm just going to have to suck it up and move in but I'm going to give it one more week and at least get the living room comfortable.
It is amazing how tossing trash and cleaning makes a world of difference. When the kill is done it will look so fresh. How to eat an elephant…one bite at a time. A year from now you will look at these videos and be like I forgot how bad it was. Don’t get a stove. Use the grill and burner and crockpot and electric skillet. I lived in Key West and lived year without a stove. You won’t miss it. Save the 500-700 dollars for insulation. Also don’t clean the green one. Toss it. You will spend hours and hours cleaning and it could still smoke. Use that time getting prepped for winter. Good luck!!🍀
Someone suggested an electric cooktop. A toaster oven is a good idea also. I think I’d do sponge baths or outdoor shower before I’d climb up into that tub ( but I’m 75 and don’t want a fall.). Find an old metal tub if you want a soak. That’s what we used at my granny’s when I was little.
@@nancybryant4325 I tried climbing in it. It's difficult but doable that project is probably going to be a next year deal unfortunately. I'm still trying to get my strength back from spinal fusion surgery. I apologize your support.
I knew the Killz would help a lot! A few (unasked for) tips: Sit on your butt instead of scrubbing on hands and knees- much easier on the back. At the moment, I have neck and lifting restrictions due to surgery. While I can only sand 15 minutes before the pain starts, I can move on and do something else for a couple of hours then go back to it. Yeah, it's gonna take forever, but it really needs done while the weather allows. Remember: you don't have to enclose the ceiling on the porch this year. Screw up some old wood or whatever where air will enter the house. Heck, even stapling up plastic might work for the Winter. Looking good!
@@melissaroth4467 Thanks 🙏 Yeah I have to take it easy... I've had 3 level Spinal Fusion and a Pain Stimulation System put in my back. 3 years rehab to get back walking so it's going to be slow but I'll get there.
@MonarchHarbor good on you 62 year old woman here, bi-lateral subtle fusions, plus heaps of broken bones etc in a massive accident, had me Iin a wheelchair for most of 5 years. We can do anything, just got to pace. Good on you!
@@tyreerobertson8733 THANKS Tyree, Yeah 5 years ago I would have been able to rock this out. Now I have to try to keep enough fuel in the tank to get myself cleaned up at the end of the day! I appreciate your kind words 🙏. First night in the house full time tonight. Matresss didn't show up so I'm going to be camping it on the floor with Louie! Yup going to be a hurting unit for the next few days but I just don't know how to fail. "Just fall forward" Denzel Washington's graduation ceremony speech one of my favorites. 😉
@@hollargirl-w1e Thanks 🙏 the bathroom is going to be something for sure. I can't quite get my head wrapped around how it's set up underneath. I'm going to focus on the living room for now so I can be in there full time.
@@MonarchHarbor Yes, for sure you have to insure a warm, secure place for the winter. That will also give you time to live in the house and get a real feel for the place. You will probably change your mind ten times before you come up with a solid plan. I remember years of hoping and dreaming that I could buy a home of my own. I was desperate and I didn't care what it was inside as long as I could lock the door and have a safe place to call my own. I had to do a lot of fixing on mine too but little by little it comes along. See if you have an energy assistance program in your State. Your local Social Services should be able to point you in the right direction. In my state they replaced my entire heating system and electric box with a new one. I could never have afforded it so it was a life saver for me. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and hoping all goes well for you this winter.
@@rachelofblueridge2593 Thanks 👍. It's going to take a couple of more coats for sure even after scrubbing the walls the funk is bleeding through but I'll get there. Eventually 😂
A stand up shower potential solution is a rechargeable camping shower head over a floor drain. It's not expensive and I have been using it during building for a couple of years. I too am chipping away at building debt free so making do is my entertainment and then each project completion is a celebration.
Deleted my previous comment as I hadn’t watched the whole video. I’ve subscribed and will watch and see how it goes. I’ve done the whole renovate as you can thing. I really hope you already know about Facebook marketplace, habitat for humanity stores (or similar), etc. But what a lot of people don’t know about is the miss-tint pile at the paint stores. Amazing deals on really good quality paint. Just buy a brand new 5 gallon bucket from them and have them mix cans together to get the colour you want. Just make sure they’re all the same type of paint. You will save hundreds of dollars this way.
Make your home your castle. You should film 🎥 while you’re working a lot of people enjoy watching someone else work 😊it’s relaxing to them. Just a thought. I watch a lot of videos just watching other people remodeling- cleaning- cutting grass- organizing etc. good job it’s looking so much better than it did in the first video.😮
Couple more ideas after finishing the video. I like where you're going on this. (I'm 55, rehabbed a few old homes in my day and fixed up some apartments I rented, etc. on a strict budget and a bad back.) I'm trying to figure out where you're at. What state and when winter starts. The Killz is doing a great job with those walls. I love the stone on the fireplace. I don't what the deal is with that rocket stove. I'd move it or something. Make your bedroom in that area since you have a platform built in. Curtain it off. Put in a makeshift dining and food prep area by the window. I'd get rid of the green turd. You could do a Japanese style kitchen using a lot of the wood or pieces from around the property. Digging out your own corner of the world feels amazing.
You’re making progress!!! Good job!!! You have a plan & you’re making it happen!!! 👏👏👏 We’re in the same position to rehab a cabin (or shack! Lol!) on some land. We’ll have to hack at it, too. One step at a time. Keep going!!! 😁
Dude, progress has been made. Pull the trailer up and start loading it up to move to your trash sorting area. Clear off the porch. Outdoor kitchen is an option, but currently your gonna just be throwing smoke and grease up into the ceiling of your home. Get some plywood, and board it out, or something more permanent then screening. Go to habitat for humanity and see if they have a new tub/shower, drain piping, new kitchen cabinet, lighting fixtures, etc. - get that plumbing sorted before winter. As you said your getting older, a slip/fall situation in that tub yeah, no bueno- so that has to be high on your list. Give us a PO box, I'd throw you a smallish HD or the Big L gift card to assist in your purchase of materials. Or do a buy me a coffee thing, set a goal, fridge fund, stove fund, tub fund. Amazon wish list is also an option. I can't be there to help, but I'm rooting you on from the wings. You got this! Slow and steady wins the race- race to winter.
We gutted our home and lived in it when it was down to studs. I soooo understand having to do, what you have to do. Before you know it, all this will be in the rear view mirror and as you review these historical videos, your sense of pride will be immeasurable. Hang in there and shop the Marketplace! 😉
@@brownville13615 Thanks 👍. I'll get there eventually but I know once I suck it up and move in I'll get a lot more done... One day at a time. Thanks for your support 🙏
I agree with you.......... Outdoor kitchen with grill set up and bed in corner and close off rest and work on it as you feel. Before winter make sure the Roof is in tip top shape so you have no leaks. Hey I totally understand fixed income. You do what you have to do to Survive. To bad you don't have a tent to pitch to save your money as much as you can. And with the side porch clean up with a outdoor kitchen you will be fine. I like a challenge. You can make anything a home. May I ask what state your in?
If you got a little airfryer oven that is also a toaster oven, an electric 2 burner, and an electric skillet, you wouldn't need the stove/oven right away.
A thick plastic might work better than screen for the rafters. It will keep the wind and some of the cold out too. Make sure you check for the correct plug before moving the stove. Also if you have a drill they make brush attachments for cleaning now. It would save your back and knees
What are you going to do with that big concrete thing with the barrel in it? Also, before winter hits you could put plastic up over the screen outside to help wit the heat cost. The Kilz really brightened up that room, will really look good when the rest of it is done in that area. There is a camping tent type thing you can get that is for an outdoor shower as well. You could set it up on the covered porch while it is warm out.
My folks did the same thing in their 70's and after alot of hard work and Recyling of material given to them, they ended up with a very nice home and no debt. It just takes time.
Great job man ! Looking forward to every video. Can you set up a temporary outside shower ? You really can wash yourself up at the sink. Not the same as a shower but Navy guys have to do this a lot. As a matter of fact I have not been in a shower in months . Just wash up in front of the sink. Forget the green monster, only need a 2 burner electric cooktop, they are really cheap and probably can find one on FaceBook market place, a electric tea kettle/coffee pot, maybe a microwave. /convection microwave. I am contemplating a rehab/teardown home and am not sure I want to at 78 yo. I have plenty of experience and skills. Should I ?
You’re doing good! The folks saying tear it down, either have a ton of cash and good for them or people that are on payment plans for life…you’re doing it right, do what you can as best you can and that’s good enough! I laughed when I seen those Hugh pot plants!! I quit that shit 15++ years ago and don’t miss laying there stoned playing video games eating devil dogs! lol..
You got this, do what works for you. I see so much potential in this property like you do - its a gorgeous property and the house has come along great with your hard work. That room is gonna be nice and cozy this winter. You got this! I feel ya, i have the same physical stuff you do, it sucks be we make do, right?! Take care.
Hey, I’m 72 and want to say take your time and make it work for you. You’ll have a really nice place for your older years. I’m still pretty healthy and active but when that wanes I’d better find my place to just rock on the porch and listen to birdsong.
It’s gonna be amazing! You have a plan and you’re being smart doing what you gotta do to be ready for winter…this one is gonna be wild! You’ll have plenty of time over winter to work on inside stuff. Make sure you have your firewood stacked close!
@@montanalife406 I'm going to wait for it to cool down a bit before I start splitting logs but I did get a large log splitter with the property,.. not sure if you saw the Homestead tour video but I have enough cut logs for years.
You're making huge progress! You must be so proud. Rehab takes time when you have such vision. It's great you see the potential of your home. Time and motivation and $$. You just keep on doing you and we'll look forward to you completing your dream retirement.
Hello, tks for video. You have been very busy, I can see all the work that has been done. As for fridge and bed, is there a Good Will store or Thrief store? If so you can find these items dirt cheap. Wondering if you have a paint sprayer? It would make painting this area so much easier on you. On using screen , the price may be same as foam insulation boards? Also market place may have items you need at lower price. Hope this helps. I am 64 yrs old so I understand do a little and rest. Excited for you and this make over job. Be safe and know there are lots of us cheering you on. Much love from North Carolina....... PS you don't need a stove, I don't use a stove. All you need is a fry pan, toaster oven, crock pot and you are set. You can get these cheap at WalMart.
For the open roof part, why not use some type of plastic to keep it dry. There must be some kind of bolts of sturdy plastic thats not too expensive. Screen would let in water and cold. Plastic will help more. I just checked on Amazon after typing in plastic for home renovation, and there is a good choice not too expensive. ps if there is cat pee in the indoor planter soil, dump it far away. ps again.... not sure how many subscribers you need but buy me a coffee would be a good thing to help out,
When my son and I redid our 1950's bathroom. (We're poor and rehabbing this house, as we live in it.) I got a pop up tent from Amazon. The one you can stand up in it to change clothes, cost me 60.00$. Plus I bought a camping shower water bag, 30.00$, I put it in the back yard. And as we say in England, Bob's your uncle and fanny's your aunt. We stayed clean all through the mess, A bit chilly in the winter but doable.
I think you’re doing a phenomenal job given your circumstances! Hopefully RUclips will start to pay off a little better just to even out the costs of renovations and maintenance. I look forward to more videos 💜
@@allisynstewart90 Thanks for your support 🙏. RUclips will take a while but every little bit helps. The main thing right now is getting the living room Habitable so I can get out of the motel and start putting that Money into the house.
Greetings from Australia...you are doing a great job..you need a list!! I love big jobs like this..amazing how much you have done already..good on you for having a go...
@@StellMoorhouse Thanks so much 🙏. Still have an overwhelming amount of work to do but I'm making progress. At least the stench has dissipated. It's unbelievable that I won't let my dog Louie in the house yet and a 20 year old and her toddler were living in there 🤯. Heading back over there here soon to continue the cleanup. I was shooting for moving into the living room area today but I had to push it another week.
I think that doing that room first, so that you have a clean dry place to start with is the right way to go. I can see that you've been busy, it's starting to look a lot better, so looking forward to seeing how it goes.👍
I think you could use some help! I like the grill and screen idea. You could paint your mantle white as well. Take care of yourself. Peace and Blessings 🏡😊
@@krazedvintagemodel I'm definitely going to paint the mantel it will be a fun project once I get moved in and am bored at night. I really appreciate your support 🙏
I love watching your videos. You crack me up, I totally understand the frustration with being faced with so much to do and not much money. Just keep working at it and it’ll come together, it takes time. It looks a lot better already, you’ve gotten a lot done so far. A few suggestions but you probably already thought about this. There’s some foam board insulation you can get at the big hardware stores that would cover the opening over the porch. And the other suggestion is to get Zinser oil based primer for inside. It covers stains really well and covers up the smell. And you only have to do two coats, you might could get away with one coat. And primers should be covered with paint by 30 days. Also if you have a Restore Store around you they sell paint at a good discount. The paint stores used to sell mis-tinted paint in their stores but around here they stopped doing that and now give it to Restore. Or you could check Salvation Army for mis-tinted paint? Looking forward to your videos to come and your conquered milestones!
It’s starting to look really good if you are going to repoint that block don’t use hydraulic cement it does expand just get a little bag of mortar mix it pretty dry and repoint with that I was a mason for years if you have any questions about it just ask I’ll help you along the way same with carpentry keep it up you are killing it 💪💪💪
@@RealOutdoorLiving Thanks for the advice I was wondering about that. Question would it be possible to use mortar tint mixed with water and dye that built in Cob bench???? I'm thinking it could work. How's the Log Notching coming? Thank God I'm not doing that.
@@MonarchHarbor yes you can mix die into it it was doing awesome till I had to go home for the kids to go back to school I have a run of videos that will be coming out
@@RealOutdoorLiving Cool looking forward to seeing them. I made a post about your channel and put it up tonight hopefully it will help boost up your subscribers.
I just began watching your videos and I think you're doing a great job so far! Its going to take some time to get everything set the way you need to. Dont worry, you've got this! 😊
@@glendaanderson1119 Thanks 👍. Some days are more difficult than others and some I question my sanity 😆 but I'll get there. Trying to keep looking at the end goal sitting on the porch in a rocking chair drinking cider from the apple trees.
You have an overwhelming project you have taken on. It is best to take one bit at a time. You will get there. I wish I could help you. I love to clean up messes.
Having a plan is what will help so much and you have one that is best for you, some elbow grease always shows good results, looks a good bit better so far....👌👍
You have one mighty task ahead but already you have done a huge amount to make the front room liveable for yourself and Loui. I can see that you have the determination to do it, keep plodding along and don't forget how much you have already achieved. I wish I were closer so I could come and help clean it all up. The comments about setting up the "buy me a coffee" or donations etc is a great idea, there are people that would love to help even if it is a few dollars here and there. Good luck you are awesome and can do it :)
@@HowNowBrownCow13 I appreciate it. Yeah my buddy Dave said I should set up some kind of a donation deal as well I just don't want to be that guy. I'm going to consider it but so far I'm surviving. When I get a little more comfortable with the idea I'm thinking about doing a Livestream Saturday nights once I'm in the house full time. We'll see. Thanks for your support 🙏
@@MonarchHarbor Dont forget that you are "that guy" thats is giving us all free entertainment and a look into your life. Please consider it, people dont give anything if they dont want to and that is fine but others would really like to help. Have a wonderful day :)
Really a big difference in just the week I have been iwatching 😊 I vagree with an earlier poster, ditch the oven! It's 45-50 years old! You can do just fine with a 2 burner stove top, a toaster oven and your air fryer. No sense in wasting money on the stove, as your earlier commenter said, that could buy some insulation. Just 1 day at a time 😊
I am a new subscriber and this is only my second time watching. I like the type of videos that include rehabilitation of homes and construction. Please do not listen to those people that are telling you to tear the house down. Like you, I am on a fixed income, and I know what that means. Also paying $1500 at a hotel is better to put towards things you need for this Home. I’m on board with you about fixing up one room and living in it while you do work on the rest of the house. It makes no sense paying for a hotel when you could live in your own place. Best of luck! 🙏🕊
If that green stove still works, why not keep it until you can afford to upgrade and use that money for a more pressing issue? With a can of fume-free oven cleaner, gloves, steel wool, a scrub-daddy and a scraper you could have that thing clean in about an hour. Spray the inside and top surfaces down and cover the top with saran wrap - let it sit for an hour or two - then wipe it down with damp paper towels or rags. When we moved into our first home we bought a fridge at a garage sale for $25. Everyone told us we were crazy, but we got 5 years out of it before we had to replace it. Do you have a Habitat for Humanity Re-store in your area? It's worth the drive to find one and see what they have in stock. The prices are good and they generally carry all kinds of donated cabinets, building supplies, windows, doors, some furniture, hardware and appliances. In terms of sealing off the outside of the house where it's open at the top, I think screening will get wrecked by the local feral cats desperate to come inside once the cold weather hits. (I've had cat roommates for over 40 years and have had to replace plenty of screening due to claws.) Please reconsider the bathtub situation. With a bad back and leg you are endangering yourself with that pile of crap that's there now. Take a sledgehammer to that mess and pick up a regular bathtub you can put on that platform in its place. If you don't have the plumbing skills yourself to disconnect it and hook up a new/used normal sized tub, hire a plumber. You gotta be able to bath safely. If you install a faucet with a spray attachment you can use that as shower temporarily too.
@@momtrips6783 I've been thinking about it tonight and I've got an idea for foam insulation board instead of the netting and Yes I'm going to have to utilize the stove for now already picked up oven cleaner for it. My closest habit for humanity is about an hour and a half planning on a trip over at some point but focusing on the living room for now I have to have at least one cleanish spot. 😂
Hang in there I bought a old log cabin and everyone said to get rid of it I paid 36000 00 and it's on the market for 630000.00 now I was like you I had a dream. It was alot of hard work but once livable everyone came in and said this is always what I wanted. It will keep you busy and it sure bets a neighborhood. Once you can sleep there it will help just get that one room liveable and that will make a big difference. My son was with me and we stayed in a camper for quiet awhile. I sold it when I remarried but the marriage did not work and I miss my Love Shack that's what I named it. It was a shack and it needed love and hard work Just hang in there one day at a time Rest when you need it as you can burn out Once you get it going you will look back and be proud I had to have my house picked up to have foundation laid as it was on sawed off telephone post
@@annejenkins6758 Thanks for the support. I restored an early 1800's cabin about 20 years ago. Just wish I was 20 years younger for this One! 😂. I'm trying. I just need to find my groove once I get my rhythm it will start moving at a pretty good pace.
You're doing a good job by yourself don't listen to the naysayers but please show us some videos of you actually doing some of the work so we can see the progress. Love the channel
Grill is a great idea for cooking. Screen & 6 ml plastic would help keep cats out and heat inor screen and bubblefoil would be better if you can swing it.
Good to used store goodwill or used appliances store or in the newspaper local for $100 go t store and postal off bulletin boards for appliances. Be more positive scrub sterile. Yes screen or tarps.yes grill works small appliances work. Take that pot plant out to the yard and use the screen porch for dining. And clear plastic on windy side make plastic framing for up and down porch
@@earthlytreasures925 Thanks 🙏. It's hard to do videos of me working because I don't mess with editing but I have a lot of people requesting it so we'll see. The Homestead is on the Illinois Iowa border 5 minutes from the Mississippi River. Hopefully within the next couple of years I'll have camping/RV areas for rent.
@@joyannrodriguez6961 Thanks 👍 I'm trying. I'm shooting for moving into the living room area next Wednesday. Have a ton of work to pull in off and it's going to be rough but I think it's doable. James and Louie
@@MonarchHarbor I'm working on a place in the country too. So far replaced well pump, water heater, replacing boards on the deck, cleaning around the house and in the house. Hauled 8 trailer loads of trash and junk and still going.... fortunately I have my wife and son to help but alot of it they cant do. The tractor I have helps as well, but like you I have to take breaks with a bad leg and back so totally get where you are coming from.
@@kd5inm I wish you guys the best! People have no idea how difficult it is. Undoing everything is so hard and time consuming. I'm just really lucky I have so many fruit and nut trees everywhere. I was planning on starting from scratch in Tennessee but luckily I came across this place but it had renters in the house and trailer house. I just can't get over how some people can live. We don't get to give up we just fall forward brush ourselves off and keep on going.
Sooo much potential! White limewash would brighten everything. There are better and cheaper products than Killz. Living in one room is finebfor now. Can you temporarilly move the small stove into that room maybe? What about vapor barrier over the the open areas? Too bad you didnt have a camper you could use. Suggestion, you might want to use an app like LeafSnap or other plant identifiers before you cut everything down in front. I see some things in there besides the hemp.
@@RaraAvis1138 There's a lot of stuff everywhere on all 15 acres that's what makes it difficult. Right now just focusing on getting the living room Livable 😆 and getting The porch cleaned up. There's a video tour of the whole property even shows the bee hives if you're interested.
Go to a restore and look for a larger style toaster/oven . My house was wrecked almost 2 years ago still living in it with tarps on the roof to keep water out , stove was damaged too. Been living off a toaster oven and counter top burner . Plan to level the house soon instead of fixing it . Cheaper for me to rebuild , but that's me. All the best
Bless your heart. You have a heavy burden. Timing is going to be tough. But I commend you on your determination. You can do this. You will do this. Time management and your common sense will prevail. You need help. You now have all this land and could make money with it. Maybe a farmer would like to harvest hay from parts of the land. Maybe get some RV self-contained vehicles to park and pay rent or work for rent. I think if you would consider doing live talks you would pickup more subscribers quickly. And with that lots of people that would freely donating to you with cash and gifts. You should consider that and work at getting a donation button for this channel with pay pal. I have watched so many channels just like yours who are working towards a goal and not just sitting and begging for dollars. When people see your daily vlogs of accomplishments they will back you up with gifts and cash to help you. You have to put pride aside and ask for help. Honestly you would be surprise at how many people want to help others in many different ways. If you could go live and chat for 30 minutes twice a week You will see a up turn in subscriptions. I wish you the best in your struggles.
I'm a similar age and fitness level but I wish I had a project like yours. It looks an absolutely fantastic bit of land. If I was in the US I'd offer to come and help.
@@offgrid7837 I appreciate it. It's my retirement project 😉 can't wait to be sitting on the porch in a rocking chair sipping on hot apple cider from the fields with a bi of honey from my bee's it will all be worth it.
Might I suggest (mid 60's person here) when you scrub the floors get some of those cheap knee pads at walmart or the like. I still scrub on my knee's and the knee pads make a world of difference.
could you use the heated bench as a bed with some cushions on it? That would open the wall for a small camp kitchen set up...sadly that electric stove will need a 220 line and plug.. so moving it might not work...but a cheap camping stove will work anywhere you need to move it...
Looks a 1,000 times better than what it was at least ! Hopefully you can get some friends to help you with the bathroom and a few other spots , keep your chin up Ducky
It honestly doesn't look too bad in the living room now. I can easily imagine your kitchen area and sleeping area in there. If ever there were a legitimate time to use disposable dishes, I'd say this is it. I hope someone comes up with a good solution for a shower!
People like to watch time lapses of work like this. I don't know if you have the camera for it but that would definitely get more views and help you with documentation of the changes.
I think I would forget about all the different heat sources and get a mini split for heating and cooling. They work beautifully and no second hand smoke. If ot that buy a little electric heater. They heat an area about 20x20 in no time and use very little electricity. Try some second hand stores
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Set up an outdoor shower. Cleaner!
If anyone starts watching right now I bet they will be horrified but I think it looks 1,000 times better than it did when you first walked us through it. Even that little bit of Kilz on the walls brightened the place up. And it must be an adventure to walk around and find things like fruit trees and hidden vegetable patches. Looking forward to the next video.
One day at a time. Just keep at it. It's amazing what a coat of paint can do. I went through 20 gallons of kilz. Every room and ceiling had to be kilzed in my house during renovation. Its worth a lot of money now. Once you get moved in, you'll be amazed at how much easier it is to get things done. Looking forward to all the future videos.
@@tracyg4660 Thanks 🙏. It's frustrating... I get worn out then drive back to the motel and now I'm bored can't wait to get back over there in the morning. Ugh 😩. I know I'm just going to have to suck it up and move in but I'm going to give it one more week and at least get the living room comfortable.
It is amazing how tossing trash and cleaning makes a world of difference. When the kill is done it will look so fresh. How to eat an elephant…one bite at a time. A year from now you will look at these videos and be like I forgot how bad it was. Don’t get a stove. Use the grill and burner and crockpot and electric skillet. I lived in Key West and lived year without a stove. You won’t miss it. Save the 500-700 dollars for insulation. Also don’t clean the green one. Toss it. You will spend hours and hours cleaning and it could still smoke. Use that time getting prepped for winter. Good luck!!🍀
I have to say, after seeing it from the beginning, it’s looking alot better! Keep up the good work!
Someone suggested an electric cooktop. A toaster oven is a good idea also. I think I’d do sponge baths or outdoor shower before I’d climb up into that tub ( but I’m 75 and don’t want a fall.). Find an old metal tub if you want a soak. That’s what we used at my granny’s when I was little.
@@nancybryant4325 I tried climbing in it. It's difficult but doable that project is probably going to be a next year deal unfortunately. I'm still trying to get my strength back from spinal fusion surgery. I apologize your support.
You got it.
Pile it outside in sorted piles.
Take it one step at a time.
@@VillaRoundabout Thanks 🙏 I'm trying. Had spinal fusion surgery so I'm trying to find my pace. Can't go at it like I'm in my 30's anymore.
I knew the Killz would help a lot! A few (unasked for) tips: Sit on your butt instead of scrubbing on hands and knees- much easier on the back. At the moment, I have neck and lifting restrictions due to surgery. While I can only sand 15 minutes before the pain starts, I can move on and do something else for a couple of hours then go back to it. Yeah, it's gonna take forever, but it really needs done while the weather allows. Remember: you don't have to enclose the ceiling on the porch this year. Screw up some old wood or whatever where air will enter the house. Heck, even stapling up plastic might work for the Winter. Looking good!
@@melissaroth4467 Thanks 🙏 Yeah I have to take it easy... I've had 3 level Spinal Fusion and a Pain Stimulation System put in my back. 3 years rehab to get back walking so it's going to be slow but I'll get there.
In that case your projekt is too big for you alone. I know what I talk about, because I have back problemens myself. Get some help !
@MonarchHarbor good on you 62 year old woman here, bi-lateral subtle fusions, plus heaps of broken bones etc in a massive accident, had me Iin a wheelchair for most of 5 years. We can do anything, just got to pace. Good on you!
@@tyreerobertson8733 THANKS Tyree,
Yeah 5 years ago I would have been able to rock this out. Now I have to try to keep enough fuel in the tank to get myself cleaned up at the end of the day! I appreciate your kind words 🙏. First night in the house full time tonight. Matresss didn't show up so I'm going to be camping it on the floor with Louie! Yup going to be a hurting unit for the next few days but I just don't know how to fail. "Just fall forward" Denzel Washington's graduation ceremony speech one of my favorites. 😉
This is true American spirit. You have made great progress. When you get that bathroom torn out and replaced you will be so much more comfortable.
@@hollargirl-w1e Thanks 🙏 the bathroom is going to be something for sure. I can't quite get my head wrapped around how it's set up underneath. I'm going to focus on the living room for now so I can be in there full time.
@@MonarchHarbor Yes, for sure you have to insure a warm, secure place for the winter. That will also give you time to live in the house and get a real feel for the place. You will probably change your mind ten times before you come up with a solid plan.
I remember years of hoping and dreaming that I could buy a home of my own. I was desperate and I didn't care what it was inside as long as I could lock the door and have a safe place to call my own.
I had to do a lot of fixing on mine too but little by little it comes along. See if you have an energy assistance program in your State. Your local Social Services should be able to point you in the right direction. In my state they replaced my entire heating system and electric box with a new one. I could never have afforded it so it was a life saver for me.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and hoping all goes well for you this winter.
Love what you're doing. Such a great property!
@@markw6609 Thanks, 💯 it's a huge undertaking but I'll get there slowly but surely.
That kills primer that your painting on the walls is really making a big difference. Looks so much better.
@@rachelofblueridge2593 Thanks 👍. It's going to take a couple of more coats for sure even after scrubbing the walls the funk is bleeding through but I'll get there. Eventually 😂
You are doing great don’t get down and discourage. You can do this. Take one room at a time. I Thankyou for showing us the process.
A stand up shower potential solution is a rechargeable camping shower head over a floor drain. It's not expensive and I have been using it during building for a couple of years. I too am chipping away at building debt free so making do is my entertainment and then each project completion is a celebration.
YES IT DOES LOOK BETTER
Compared to New York apartments, It will be awesome 🤣 Maybe someone looking to park their camper will work for you as payment.
Great idea!!!
That cabinet in the livingroom would make a great pantry but clean it good...
I was thinking the same thing! Sand it lightly and throw some of that Kilz paint on the outside if you hate the color.
Deleted my previous comment as I hadn’t watched the whole video.
I’ve subscribed and will watch and see how it goes.
I’ve done the whole renovate as you can thing. I really hope you already know about Facebook marketplace, habitat for humanity stores (or similar), etc. But what a lot of people don’t know about is the miss-tint pile at the paint stores. Amazing deals on really good quality paint. Just buy a brand new 5 gallon bucket from them and have them mix cans together to get the colour you want. Just make sure they’re all the same type of paint. You will save hundreds of dollars this way.
Make your home your castle. You should film 🎥 while you’re working a lot of people enjoy watching someone else work 😊it’s relaxing to them. Just a thought. I watch a lot of videos just watching other people remodeling- cleaning- cutting grass- organizing etc. good job it’s looking so much better than it did in the first video.😮
Couple more ideas after finishing the video. I like where you're going on this. (I'm 55, rehabbed a few old homes in my day and fixed up some apartments I rented, etc. on a strict budget and a bad back.) I'm trying to figure out where you're at. What state and when winter starts. The Killz is doing a great job with those walls. I love the stone on the fireplace. I don't what the deal is with that rocket stove. I'd move it or something. Make your bedroom in that area since you have a platform built in. Curtain it off. Put in a makeshift dining and food prep area by the window. I'd get rid of the green turd. You could do a Japanese style kitchen using a lot of the wood or pieces from around the property. Digging out your own corner of the world feels amazing.
You’re making progress!!! Good job!!! You have a plan & you’re making it happen!!! 👏👏👏 We’re in the same position to rehab a cabin (or shack! Lol!) on some land. We’ll have to hack at it, too. One step at a time. Keep going!!! 😁
Dude, progress has been made. Pull the trailer up and start loading it up to move to your trash sorting area. Clear off the porch. Outdoor kitchen is an option, but currently your gonna just be throwing smoke and grease up into the ceiling of your home. Get some plywood, and board it out, or something more permanent then screening. Go to habitat for humanity and see if they have a new tub/shower, drain piping, new kitchen cabinet, lighting fixtures, etc. - get that plumbing sorted before winter. As you said your getting older, a slip/fall situation in that tub yeah, no bueno- so that has to be high on your list. Give us a PO box, I'd throw you a smallish HD or the Big L gift card to assist in your purchase of materials. Or do a buy me a coffee thing, set a goal, fridge fund, stove fund, tub fund. Amazon wish list is also an option. I can't be there to help, but I'm rooting you on from the wings. You got this! Slow and steady wins the race- race to winter.
We gutted our home and lived in it when it was down to studs. I soooo understand having to do, what you have to do. Before you know it, all this will be in the rear view mirror and as you review these historical videos, your sense of pride will be immeasurable. Hang in there and shop the Marketplace! 😉
@@brownville13615 Thanks 👍. I'll get there eventually but I know once I suck it up and move in I'll get a lot more done... One day at a time. Thanks for your support 🙏
I agree with you.......... Outdoor kitchen with grill set up and bed in corner and close off rest and work on it as you feel. Before winter make sure the Roof is in tip top shape so you have no leaks. Hey I totally understand fixed income. You do what you have to do to Survive. To bad you don't have a tent to pitch to save your money as much as you can. And with the side porch clean up with a outdoor kitchen you will be fine. I like a challenge. You can make anything a home. May I ask what state your in?
@@lindajohnson6514 I'm in Illinois right on the border of Iowa 5 minutes from the Mississippi River.
If you got a little airfryer oven that is also a toaster oven, an electric 2 burner, and an electric skillet, you wouldn't need the stove/oven right away.
A thick plastic might work better than screen for the rafters. It will keep the wind and some of the cold out too. Make sure you check for the correct plug before moving the stove. Also if you have a drill they make brush attachments for cleaning now. It would save your back and knees
@@laurafos1 I actually decided to use foam board . It will help with the insulation for the winter and be a lot more solid.
What are you going to do with that big concrete thing with the barrel in it? Also, before winter hits you could put plastic up over the screen outside to help wit the heat cost. The Kilz really brightened up that room, will really look good when the rest of it is done in that area. There is a camping tent type thing you can get that is for an outdoor shower as well. You could set it up on the covered porch while it is warm out.
May want to leave the oven where the 220 outlet is unless you have one in that room you plan on staying in. More work to run another line.
I look forward to seeing the property when it's cleaned up. It sounds awesome!
Looking forward to living area being fully painted and clean
@@roxanneduane825 Not as much as me! Lol 😂
Understood 😊
buy some netting for th roof temporary staple gun it keep the critters out
That fireplace surround is gorgeous !!
You are a brave soul. Keep up the great work.
@@patgraceffa9984 Thanks for your support 🙏 I'm trying!
My folks did the same thing in their 70's and after alot of hard work and Recyling of material given to them, they ended up with a very nice home and no debt. It just takes time.
This looks better than it did at first! Keep up the good work ❤
@@BettyThompson-qn7cl Thanks Betty, I'm trying! Little bit better every day. We appreciate your support 🙏 James and Louie
Great job man ! Looking forward to every video.
Can you set up a temporary outside shower ? You really can wash yourself up at the sink. Not the same as a shower but Navy guys have to do this a lot. As a matter of fact I have not been in a shower in months . Just wash up in front of the sink.
Forget the green monster, only need a 2 burner electric cooktop, they are really cheap and probably can find one on FaceBook market place, a electric tea kettle/coffee pot, maybe a microwave. /convection microwave.
I am contemplating a rehab/teardown home and am not sure I want to at 78 yo. I have plenty of experience and skills. Should I ?
You’re doing good! The folks saying tear it down, either have a ton of cash and good for them or people that are on payment plans for life…you’re doing it right, do what you can as best you can and that’s good enough! I laughed when I seen those Hugh pot plants!! I quit that shit 15++ years ago and don’t miss laying there stoned playing video games eating devil dogs! lol..
Thanks I'm trying just wish I was 30 again. Just going to take it one day at a time.
You got this, do what works for you. I see so much potential in this property like you do - its a gorgeous property and the house has come along great with your hard work. That room is gonna be nice and cozy this winter. You got this! I feel ya, i have the same physical stuff you do, it sucks be we make do, right?! Take care.
Hey, I’m 72 and want to say take your time and make it work for you. You’ll have a really nice place for your older years. I’m still pretty healthy and active but when that wanes I’d better find my place to just rock on the porch and listen to birdsong.
Set your phone up on a tripod and record your work, then speed it up and post it to RUclips. We will watch!
It’s gonna be amazing! You have a plan and you’re being smart doing what you gotta do to be ready for winter…this one is gonna be wild! You’ll have plenty of time over winter to work on inside stuff. Make sure you have your firewood stacked close!
@@montanalife406 I'm going to wait for it to cool down a bit before I start splitting logs but I did get a large log splitter with the property,.. not sure if you saw the Homestead tour video but I have enough cut logs for years.
Wow, lots of work! really coming along! 🎉
@@tdhawk167 Thanks 👍 I'm trying just taking it one day at a time 😉
@@MonarchHarbor 👍🏼
You're making huge progress! You must be so proud. Rehab takes time when you have such vision. It's great you see the potential of your home. Time and motivation and $$. You just keep on doing you and we'll look forward to you completing your dream retirement.
You are doing amazing!! Just that corner with the Kilz paint looks 1000x better! Great plan on tarping off the lower part. You got this!
Hello, tks for video. You have been very busy, I can see all the work that has been done. As for fridge and bed, is there a Good Will store or Thrief store? If so you can find these items dirt cheap. Wondering if you have a paint sprayer? It would make painting this area so much easier on you. On using screen , the price may be same as foam insulation boards? Also market place may have items you need at lower price. Hope this helps. I am 64 yrs old so I understand do a little and rest. Excited for you and this make over job. Be safe and know there are lots of us cheering you on. Much love from North Carolina....... PS you don't need a stove, I don't use a stove. All you need is a fry pan, toaster oven, crock pot and you are set. You can get these cheap at WalMart.
Wow you’ve got a lot done. One project at a time. Keep a smile on your face.
Great job
For the open roof part, why not use some type of plastic to keep it dry. There must be some kind of bolts of sturdy plastic thats not too expensive. Screen would let in water and cold. Plastic will help more. I just checked on Amazon after typing in plastic for home renovation, and there is a good choice not too expensive. ps if there is cat pee in the indoor planter soil, dump it far away. ps again.... not sure how many subscribers you need but buy me a coffee would be a good thing to help out,
I am really digging your videos! Keep up the good work. Ignore the naysayers! Love seeing your progress day by day!
When my son and I redid our 1950's bathroom. (We're poor and rehabbing this house, as we live in it.) I got a pop up tent from Amazon. The one you can stand up in it to change clothes, cost me 60.00$. Plus I bought a camping shower water bag, 30.00$, I put it in the back yard. And as we say in England, Bob's your uncle and fanny's your aunt. We stayed clean all through the mess, A bit chilly in the winter but doable.
Wow, you have made such good progress. You are like the energizing bunny!!!
Your doing a great job. One small step at a time. Awesome Louis can be inside without worry of cut paws. What a cool property!
I think you’re doing a phenomenal job given your circumstances! Hopefully RUclips will start to pay off a little better just to even out the costs of renovations and maintenance. I look forward to more videos 💜
@@allisynstewart90 Thanks for your support 🙏. RUclips will take a while but every little bit helps. The main thing right now is getting the living room Habitable so I can get out of the motel and start putting that Money into the house.
Greetings from Australia...you are doing a great job..you need a list!! I love big jobs like this..amazing how much you have done already..good on you for having a go...
Wow! I just watched your first one and impressed on how much you've gotten done. Looking forward to your progress.
@@StellMoorhouse Thanks so much 🙏. Still have an overwhelming amount of work to do but I'm making progress. At least the stench has dissipated. It's unbelievable that I won't let my dog Louie in the house yet and a 20 year old and her toddler were living in there 🤯. Heading back over there here soon to continue the cleanup. I was shooting for moving into the living room area today but I had to push it another week.
I think that doing that room first, so that you have a clean dry place to start with is the right way to go. I can see that you've been busy, it's starting to look a lot better, so looking forward to seeing how it goes.👍
Looks like some nice antiques. You've really accomplished a tremendous feat
You are doing a great job! Thanks for the the video.
I think you could use some help! I like the grill and screen idea. You could paint your mantle white as well. Take care of yourself. Peace and Blessings 🏡😊
@@krazedvintagemodel I'm definitely going to paint the mantel it will be a fun project once I get moved in and am bored at night. I really appreciate your support 🙏
I commend you Sir on this daunting task, but keep at it, it will get better each day.👍👍💚
I love watching your videos. You crack me up, I totally understand the frustration with being faced with so much to do and not much money.
Just keep working at it and it’ll come together, it takes time. It looks a lot better already, you’ve gotten a lot done so far. A few suggestions but you probably already thought about this. There’s some foam board insulation you can get at the big hardware stores that would cover the opening over the porch. And the other suggestion is to get Zinser oil based primer for inside. It covers stains really well and covers up the smell. And you only have to do two coats, you might could get away with one coat. And primers should be covered with paint by 30 days. Also if you have a Restore Store around you they sell paint at a good discount. The paint stores used to sell
mis-tinted paint in their stores but around here they stopped doing that and now give it to Restore. Or you could check Salvation Army for mis-tinted paint?
Looking forward to your videos to come and your conquered milestones!
It’s starting to look really good if you are going to repoint that block don’t use hydraulic cement it does expand just get a little bag of mortar mix it pretty dry and repoint with that I was a mason for years if you have any questions about it just ask I’ll help you along the way same with carpentry keep it up you are killing it 💪💪💪
@@RealOutdoorLiving Thanks for the advice I was wondering about that. Question would it be possible to use mortar tint mixed with water and dye that built in Cob bench???? I'm thinking it could work.
How's the Log Notching coming? Thank God I'm not doing that.
@@MonarchHarbor yes you can mix die into it it was doing awesome till I had to go home for the kids to go back to school I have a run of videos that will be coming out
@@RealOutdoorLiving Cool looking forward to seeing them. I made a post about your channel and put it up tonight hopefully it will help boost up your subscribers.
@@MonarchHarbor we seen and we are so grateful I don’t really have any words that can say how grateful we are much love bud 💪💪💪💪💪
@@MonarchHarbor Thank you so much. We truly appreciate it!! It’s already boosted.
I just began watching your videos and I think you're doing a great job so far! Its going to take some time to get everything set the way you need to. Dont worry, you've got this! 😊
@@glendaanderson1119 Thanks 👍. Some days are more difficult than others and some I question my sanity 😆 but I'll get there. Trying to keep looking at the end goal sitting on the porch in a rocking chair drinking cider from the apple trees.
You have an overwhelming project you have taken on. It is best to take one bit at a time. You will get there. I wish I could help you. I love to clean up messes.
Having a plan is what will help so much and you have one that is best for you, some elbow grease always shows good results, looks a good bit better so far....👌👍
You have one mighty task ahead but already you have done a huge amount to make the front room liveable for yourself and Loui. I can see that you have the determination to do it, keep plodding along and don't forget how much you have already achieved. I wish I were closer so I could come and help clean it all up. The comments about setting up the "buy me a coffee" or donations etc is a great idea, there are people that would love to help even if it is a few dollars here and there. Good luck you are awesome and can do it :)
@@HowNowBrownCow13 I appreciate it. Yeah my buddy Dave said I should set up some kind of a donation deal as well I just don't want to be that guy. I'm going to consider it but so far I'm surviving. When I get a little more comfortable with the idea I'm thinking about doing a Livestream Saturday nights once I'm in the house full time. We'll see. Thanks for your support 🙏
@@MonarchHarbor Dont forget that you are "that guy" thats is giving us all free entertainment and a look into your life. Please consider it, people dont give anything if they dont want to and that is fine but others would really like to help. Have a wonderful day :)
Great job so far good luck...
@@karensutton6726 Thanks I'm trying. Didn't last very long today 😔 but I'll be back at it tomorrow!
I’m impressed with your progress. Hang in there.
Really a big difference in just the week I have been iwatching 😊
I vagree with an earlier poster, ditch the oven! It's 45-50 years old! You can do just fine with a 2 burner stove top, a toaster oven and your air fryer. No sense in wasting money on the stove, as your earlier commenter said, that could buy some insulation. Just 1 day at a time 😊
@@phyllisbrostrom7348 Thanks 🙏 I'm trying.
I am a new subscriber and this is only my second time watching. I like the type of videos that include rehabilitation of homes and construction. Please do not listen to those people that are telling you to tear the house down. Like you, I am on a fixed income, and I know what that means. Also paying $1500 at a hotel is better to put towards things you need for this Home. I’m on board with you about fixing up one room and living in it while you do work on the rest of the house. It makes no sense paying for a hotel when you could live in your own place. Best of luck! 🙏🕊
If that green stove still works, why not keep it until you can afford to upgrade and use that money for a more pressing issue? With a can of fume-free oven cleaner, gloves, steel wool, a scrub-daddy and a scraper you could have that thing clean in about an hour. Spray the inside and top surfaces down and cover the top with saran wrap - let it sit for an hour or two - then wipe it down with damp paper towels or rags. When we moved into our first home we bought a fridge at a garage sale for $25. Everyone told us we were crazy, but we got 5 years out of it before we had to replace it. Do you have a Habitat for Humanity Re-store in your area? It's worth the drive to find one and see what they have in stock. The prices are good and they generally carry all kinds of donated cabinets, building supplies, windows, doors, some furniture, hardware and appliances. In terms of sealing off the outside of the house where it's open at the top, I think screening will get wrecked by the local feral cats desperate to come inside once the cold weather hits. (I've had cat roommates for over 40 years and have had to replace plenty of screening due to claws.) Please reconsider the bathtub situation. With a bad back and leg you are endangering yourself with that pile of crap that's there now. Take a sledgehammer to that mess and pick up a regular bathtub you can put on that platform in its place. If you don't have the plumbing skills yourself to disconnect it and hook up a new/used normal sized tub, hire a plumber. You gotta be able to bath safely. If you install a faucet with a spray attachment you can use that as shower temporarily too.
@@momtrips6783 I've been thinking about it tonight and I've got an idea for foam insulation board instead of the netting and Yes I'm going to have to utilize the stove for now already picked up oven cleaner for it. My closest habit for humanity is about an hour and a half planning on a trip over at some point but focusing on the living room for now I have to have at least one cleanish spot. 😂
Habitat for humanity here in Ohio puts their stuff on line, might be the same where you are. Saves a trip.
@@liveswithgarden6566 I'll check into it thanks for the heads up it's appreciate!
James and Louie
Never liked dark furniture either, stripped a few things and underneath was golden oak! Alot of progress. You're getting it fugured out.😊
Hang in there I bought a old log cabin and everyone said to get rid of it I paid 36000 00 and it's on the market for 630000.00 now I was like you I had a dream. It was alot of hard work but once livable everyone came in and said this is always what I wanted. It will keep you busy and it sure bets a neighborhood. Once you can sleep there it will help just get that one room liveable and that will make a big difference. My son was with me and we stayed in a camper for quiet awhile. I sold it when I remarried but the marriage did not work and I miss my Love Shack that's what I named it. It was a shack and it needed love and hard work Just hang in there one day at a time Rest when you need it as you can burn out Once you get it going you will look back and be proud I had to have my house picked up to have foundation laid as it was on sawed off telephone post
@@annejenkins6758 Thanks for the support. I restored an early 1800's cabin about 20 years ago. Just wish I was 20 years younger for this One! 😂. I'm trying. I just need to find my groove once I get my rhythm it will start moving at a pretty good pace.
You're doing a good job by yourself don't listen to the naysayers but please show us some videos of you actually doing some of the work so we can see the progress. Love the channel
Wishing you GOOD LUCK!!!
Grill is a great idea for cooking. Screen & 6 ml plastic would help keep cats out and heat inor screen and bubblefoil would be better if you can swing it.
Holey Cow, you've gotten so much done 😮 good for you, young man keep
Good to used store goodwill or used appliances store or in the newspaper local for $100 go t store and postal off bulletin boards for appliances. Be more positive scrub sterile. Yes screen or tarps.yes grill works small appliances work.
Take that pot plant out to the yard and use the screen porch for dining. And clear plastic on windy side make plastic framing for up and down porch
Coming along on the clear out. Blessings
You are doing a great job. Post some videos of you doing the work. Where is your house located?
@@earthlytreasures925 Thanks 🙏. It's hard to do videos of me working because I don't mess with editing but I have a lot of people requesting it so we'll see. The Homestead is on the Illinois Iowa border 5 minutes from the Mississippi River. Hopefully within the next couple of years I'll have camping/RV areas for rent.
Good job 👏
@@joyannrodriguez6961 Thanks 👍 I'm trying. I'm shooting for moving into the living room area next Wednesday. Have a ton of work to pull in off and it's going to be rough but I think it's doable.
James and Louie
A lot of progress already. Keep going.
Keep up the good work, its looking better
@@kd5inm Thanks 🙏. Got a long way to go buy I'll get there. One day at a time 😉
@@MonarchHarbor I'm working on a place in the country too. So far replaced well pump, water heater, replacing boards on the deck, cleaning around the house and in the house. Hauled 8 trailer loads of trash and junk and still going.... fortunately I have my wife and son to help but alot of it they cant do. The tractor I have helps as well, but like you I have to take breaks with a bad leg and back so totally get where you are coming from.
@@kd5inm I wish you guys the best! People have no idea how difficult it is. Undoing everything is so hard and time consuming. I'm just really lucky I have so many fruit and nut trees everywhere. I was planning on starting from scratch in Tennessee but luckily I came across this place but it had renters in the house and trailer house. I just can't get over how some people can live.
We don't get to give up we just fall forward brush ourselves off and keep on going.
The Pot plant should help keep you warm 😊
Sooo much potential! White limewash would brighten everything. There are better and cheaper products than Killz. Living in one room is finebfor now. Can you temporarilly move the small stove into that room maybe? What about vapor barrier over the the open areas? Too bad you didnt have a camper you could use.
Suggestion, you might want to use an app like LeafSnap or other plant identifiers before you cut everything down in front. I see some things in there besides the hemp.
@@RaraAvis1138 There's a lot of stuff everywhere on all 15 acres that's what makes it difficult. Right now just focusing on getting the living room Livable 😆 and getting The porch cleaned up. There's a video tour of the whole property even shows the bee hives if you're interested.
What a great life
Go to a restore and look for a larger style toaster/oven . My house was wrecked almost 2 years ago still living in it with tarps on the roof to keep water out , stove was damaged too. Been living off a toaster oven and counter top burner . Plan to level the house soon instead of fixing it . Cheaper for me to rebuild , but that's me. All the best
Bless your heart. You have a heavy burden. Timing is going to be tough. But I commend you on your determination. You can do this. You will do this. Time management and your common sense will prevail.
You need help. You now have all this land and could make money with it. Maybe a farmer would like to harvest hay from parts of the land. Maybe get some RV self-contained vehicles to park and pay rent or work for rent. I think if you would consider doing live talks you would pickup more subscribers quickly. And with that lots of people that would freely donating to you with cash and gifts. You should consider that and work at getting a donation button for this channel with pay pal. I have watched so many channels just like yours who are working towards a goal and not just sitting and begging for dollars. When people see your daily vlogs of accomplishments they will back you up with gifts and cash to help you. You have to put pride aside and ask for help. Honestly you would be surprise at how many people want to help others in many different ways. If you could go live and chat for 30 minutes twice a week You will see a up turn in subscriptions. I wish you the best in your struggles.
keep at it ty
I'm a similar age and fitness level but I wish I had a project like yours. It looks an absolutely fantastic bit of land. If I was in the US I'd offer to come and help.
@@offgrid7837 I appreciate it. It's my retirement project 😉 can't wait to be sitting on the porch in a rocking chair sipping on hot apple cider from the fields with a bi of honey from my bee's it will all be worth it.
Your kicking assss! Love it 😮
I think you are doing great. People with money don't understand or have no idea what it's like. Keep at it slowly one room at a time.
Might I suggest (mid 60's person here) when you scrub the floors get some of those cheap knee pads at walmart or the like. I still scrub on my knee's and the knee pads make a world of difference.
@@tammystark6364 Ohh definitely.... Just the ups and downs yesterday painting along with floor kicked my ass I'm feeling it today! 😆
could you use the heated bench as a bed with some cushions on it? That would open the wall for a small camp kitchen set up...sadly that electric stove will need a 220 line and plug.. so moving it might not work...but a cheap camping stove will work anywhere you need to move it...
Looks a 1,000 times better than what it was at least ! Hopefully you can get some friends to help you with the bathroom and a few other spots , keep your chin up Ducky
7:50 the cat is already up there
Congrats on your growing subscribers🎉
As a short term fix hook up a hose to some kinda upright post or tree branch & that could be your out door stand up shower set up
It honestly doesn't look too bad in the living room now. I can easily imagine your kitchen area and sleeping area in there. If ever there were a legitimate time to use disposable dishes, I'd say this is it. I hope someone comes up with a good solution for a shower!
Keep going and work at your pace the living room looks good so far 🙂
People like to watch time lapses of work like this. I don't know if you have the camera for it but that would definitely get more views and help you with documentation of the changes.
I think I would forget about all the different heat sources and get a mini split for heating and cooling. They work beautifully and no second hand smoke. If ot that buy a little electric heater. They heat an area about 20x20 in no time and use very little electricity. Try some second hand stores