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  • @GinaKayLandis
    @GinaKayLandis 4 года назад +147

    Jason. Jason! Jaaa son. Tips for you:
    - Start with clearing up your surroundings. A mentor said that your environment will affect your creativity and that's absolutely true.
    Outdoors:
    - The hay: Put the hay bales at the back of your storage unit. Don't pull hay out of the ones on the edge; cut off the bad/wet stuff or you will get mold through a bunch of it and it will be ruined. Make sure however that the goats cannot jump up on it, because based on what I've seen on the Living Traditions Homestead channel is that the goats will ruin the hay by jumping up and peeing on it. The hay is packed in "flakes" that are about 5" - 7" thick, you can cut one of the strings and pull off a flake or two of hay and take care of the rabbits, goats, bedding for either or dogs.
    - The stack of wood and metal: Sift through it and pick out the usable items, set aside.
    - - If some of the usable wood is 2X4's build shelving that is kind of temporary for some of the miscellany that can survive outside. Make sure goats can't get on it.
    - Tools: Your tools need to be inside unless they are manual tools, even then they may rust. See end of these suggestions for a suggestion...
    - - Setup ONE trash pile for everything away from everything else. If you can burn any of the wood, make sure it's not the usable stuff and be careful there's no glass in the fire (A piece of glass popped out of a fire and hit my hand when I was young, cut to the bone and OH BOY that was bad.).
    - The interior of the original house:
    - Building materials can go over there with the chinking material. Just stack the insulation up pretty high, put all the buckets and pails in one corner. Leave the wood that goes on the wall where it is unless you have help to stack it elsewhere.
    - - Animal feed: I saw what, 3 containers of feed? If you have funds buy 3 good sized trash cans (metal) to put the feed in, or you will find mice and bugs trying to live in your house with the feed. If you don't have funds to buy those, put out a request for funds, plenty of people have $ to help you with. See Sow the Land channel, he has his feed stored outdoors in a central type location so he can access it for whatever animal he is feeding.
    - -Your computer that's broken - put it in the same room as your podcast equipment instead of around dusty feed. Yes it may be in the way, but maybe you could do a podcast on how to put it back together. Help things help each other.
    - - Tools. Once the building materials are repositioned, you will have room to walk around. Walk around and see if you can build 2x 4 shelving for the tools. Vertical storage rocks and is so much better than floor storage or outdoor storage. YOu don't have to attach them to the wall but that would be best if you could. Vertical storage in your podcast room would be ok, no one will see it but you and you can even drape a blanket over the shelves if visual clutter bothers you a lot.
    - - The marketing, new designs, all the things you love to do - these are hampered by the distraction of the mess. That's why I have no advice for those things other than to get your environment straight and then do the others. Parking? Who cares, park inbetween trees. That's last on the list I envision. Take care of you/your environment first for awhile and you'll find things will work out well due to fewer distractions.
    What to do with it all? Nothing. Take one type of thing at a time and address it. Most importantly, put "like with like" - see Green Shortz channel and how he cleared out a space for a workshop and took my "like with like" to heart (his space was a lot more extensive and piled up than yours).
    Good luck Jason. I can't help on site, but these types of things are what I have struggled with before and have found these solutions. Your homestead will be cool, just wait and see, as you tackle what you need to tackle.

    • @selfretired3025
      @selfretired3025 4 года назад +5

      Green Shortz did a great few videos on that. Good suggestions!!

    • @marcofonseca4511
      @marcofonseca4511 4 года назад +4

      Great advice.. basic first.. fixed what you have and after that you start Another one

    • @southerngrits
      @southerngrits 4 года назад

      My mom ocd I could never tackle her project lol .

    • @selfretired3025
      @selfretired3025 4 года назад +2

      @LittleFarmBigDreams Excellent idea! People LOVE doing that stuff!

    • @SeeLionsInTX
      @SeeLionsInTX 4 года назад +7

      Excellent input. So kind of you to take your time to "mentally manage" his stuff. ❤️

  • @rickv9251
    @rickv9251 4 года назад +106

    Man just don't throw pieces of wood away. Put them to the side somewhere neatly u will be able to use some wood along the way. U living in the country.

    • @dper1112
      @dper1112 4 года назад +3

      That's risky advice, because it encourages hoarding, which exacerbates this exact issue. Saving *some* wood is good, but many pieces just need to be burned.

    • @tammywragg6254
      @tammywragg6254 4 года назад +2

      He explained why he needs a dumpster over burning and not being able to use it,

    • @dper1112
      @dper1112 4 года назад +3

      @@tammywragg6254 IIRC he explained in general terms why a fire couldn't work, but there are many kinds of fires. I'm recommending one that's fairly controlled yet can still accommodate medium-size pieces of lumber. Larger than a campfire, safer than a bonfire. Remember, he makes campfires anyway, so it's not like all open flames are a no-go.

    • @tammywragg6254
      @tammywragg6254 4 года назад +3

      @@dper1112
      He also explained that too, he needs to be done with it,I'm sure the wood it self will find another purpose possibly from someone that takes the dumpster away but he is done with it, trust me I e seen him in past videos where they have reused things but sometimes done is done,for what ever reason

    • @tammywragg6254
      @tammywragg6254 4 года назад +1

      @@dper1112
      He also explained there were lots if nails so it wouldnt be an easy task to cut them into smaller pieces,,with or without a chainsaw, and again he lives in the middle if the woods,aka lots of trees,leaves so it isnt that simple not to mention he does have neighbors that probably dont want to have or smell smoke for days and then there is this thing about time consuming

  • @independentcontractor1633
    @independentcontractor1633 4 года назад +136

    You have scap everywhere, build a storage shed.

    • @RonAE2005
      @RonAE2005 4 года назад +4

      that was my exact thought.

    • @wendycochran5976
      @wendycochran5976 4 года назад +12

      Storage shed doesn't have to be perfect or pretty. Use what you have. You can make a small tool cabinet. Never through lumber away. The cost of it is outrageous now. That stew looked delicious. Do a video about raising goats, different breeds etc. Grew up on a dairy farm. We never had goats. Things you would have done different building your tiny house and the positive and negatives. Stay healthy. Keep the awesome videos coming.

    • @denisegibson5194
      @denisegibson5194 4 года назад +9

      I totally agree with you all...
      Reuse reuse reuse till you can't reuse anymore!!

    • @cherylsmith-bell6509
      @cherylsmith-bell6509 4 года назад +4

      Or get a 8X8X40 Container, for your storage. Total contained, for your tools and lumber, no goats, no dogs no wet! Quit whining and get it done. You need to be in your tiny house, living, getting on with your life.

    • @cherylsmith-bell6509
      @cherylsmith-bell6509 4 года назад +7

      Then build a shed to put you spare wood/supplies under to keep them mostly dry. Don't throw away good wood, re-stack it out of the way. Get'er done! We're all watching!

  • @lindaschoolcraft8536
    @lindaschoolcraft8536 4 года назад +41

    Man, don’t trash all that good wood. Make use of it....build a shed for storage. With the price of wood now, that’s like burning money. Don’t disappoint this granny. God bless always.

    • @wendycochran5976
      @wendycochran5976 4 года назад +2

      Agree don't disappoint this granny either. I learned I had to ask for help when I got sick. It was fun to work together and BS. I couldn't work for a long time. I got better and enjoy helping others.

  • @shanecrocker9777
    @shanecrocker9777 4 года назад +54

    I was in the same boat about 2 years ago, I figured out then that's it's not how much stuff ya got, it's how you organize it. Stacking stuff in organized piles outside makes a world of difference and makes a trash pile look like an organized supply pile. Keep up the good videos

  • @ellenbrooks9508
    @ellenbrooks9508 4 года назад +81

    Use some of the old lumber to build a storage space for the other stuff

    • @robbinbrodner4117
      @robbinbrodner4117 4 года назад +15

      Such a waist of wood if you get a dumpster. Use it to make a hut for your hay so the goats have a place to go when it gets bad. Doesn’t matter if it’s treated,just a covering

    • @stringventure
      @stringventure 4 года назад +4

      If you get one of the larger shipping containers you should have enough space to organize that lumber and still have space for video editing and other stuff.... and then you'll have those scraps to build storage space like Ellen Brooks said.

    • @darlabrown4404
      @darlabrown4404 3 года назад +1

      Build a storage shed for stuff in the tiny house. Clearing it will help get u back to work.

    • @estebanlopez9236
      @estebanlopez9236 3 года назад +2

      Yes --as Ellen said ---SAVE EVERYTHING ! YOU WILL USE IT ..
      Repurpose trash .

    • @QueenAyeee
      @QueenAyeee 3 года назад

      Eww could never live like that. No running water,no electricity. Snakes everywhere.

  • @victoriachristian2546
    @victoriachristian2546 4 года назад +47

    Stop thinking just start....and finish one thing...you will feel better.

  • @michaelclayton30
    @michaelclayton30 4 года назад +42

    You're overwhelmed by the number of tasks you want to get done, but by the end of the video, you got it together and just focused on one project at a time. Keep your head down and focus and don't look up. You got this.

  • @elaineschell2555
    @elaineschell2555 4 года назад +36

    Jason, all that wood and scrap metal is a precious commodity these days. Just sort it into neat and tidy piles then cover it up with a tarp. You can still use it to build stuff outside like a storage compartment for some small items. Perhaps a tool box. Just a thought. Take care and be well. God bless.

    • @dakotawinds9291
      @dakotawinds9291 4 года назад +1

      yep he could use some of the tree trunk logs in the pile to stack on to get stuff off the ground. But guessing in a while he will be crying for money to buy "new" lumber just to waste that also.

    • @sylhunt8230
      @sylhunt8230 4 года назад +1

      @@dakotawinds9291 yeah it sounded like whaaa whaaa i need help because i dont want to

  • @kathrynrodlun1624
    @kathrynrodlun1624 4 года назад

    Move the hay quickly. If the ends of the bales get wet it will travel inside and spoil half the bale or more! Hang in there. Off grid is great! Ive been doing it about 15 years now. Have a super day. Thanks for the videos. I enjoy them.

  • @janicefleury8903
    @janicefleury8903 4 года назад +43

    Work 30 minutes a day on it. Organize, trash, keep. Thats how I work on being overwhelmed. Shelving in the podcast room would help.

  • @danielbutcher5836
    @danielbutcher5836 4 года назад

    Holy crap, those little goats are so dang cute. My grandfather had a shed made from the box of an old mail truck that's still there decades later. Maybe something like that can be a temporary solution, moveable, and removable when you're done with it. Tiny off-grid cabin, or big house in the suburbs - when stuff stacks up it can be overwhelming. Start small with something like putting the feed in some galvanized trash cans outside to keep them try and bug-free. That success will help push you on to the next thing. I agree with folks talking about using that scrap to build something to protect the stuff from in the house while you work on it. Some more of those plastic tubs might be helpful well, and they're reasonably cheap. I actually think seeing that space cleaned out would be satisfying to watch.

  • @melissaseal929
    @melissaseal929 4 года назад +4

    I love how often he uses the words “thankful” and “grateful.” That’s the key to EVERYTHING. ❤️

  • @RebelCanners
    @RebelCanners 4 года назад +1

    Your scrap pile is valuable the price of lumber these days. Just pick a wall and insulate and tongue and groove. The pile will slowly go down. Plus you could actually use it to build a storage shed/lean too for wood. And you could put the longer boards under the porch to keep it dry. You have enough scrap to build another micro tiny house or even another room on the tiny house. That’s cash your pointing at saying you wanna pay to haul off. My dad was a carpenter he always had a pile of scrap lumber for projects.

  • @medtech1a
    @medtech1a 4 года назад +56

    Jason stop feeling sorry for yourself and get organized. You can only handle one pile at a time. All that scrap wood can be utilized to build a shelter for your stuff. I know you want it all done at one time but that isn’t possible. You’re spreading yourself too thin partner. Being alone sucks especially during Covid. You have the skill set to get it done so don’t give up. You got this.

    • @truckerg4010
      @truckerg4010 3 года назад +3

      Not without someone for him to be above. To full of himself

  • @marinigrey4913
    @marinigrey4913 3 года назад +1

    Yes I had time's that was like where do I start.. Just start small... I know your feeling overwhelmed.. Looks like you really need to put up one of your old tents and start making that your storage unit.. Untill you can get the things you need... Good Luck...

  • @barbaragoodman1789
    @barbaragoodman1789 4 года назад +3

    Don’t get down on yourself, life is difficult , keep on keepin on, we’ll still be here watching and learning.
    We haven’t gone off grid YET but will soon, your our inspiration !!

  • @wlk4heart
    @wlk4heart 4 года назад

    Good plan. Dumpster first. Clear out the trash. That will help you feeling overwhelmed. Go from there. Praying for you, you can get it done. Thanks for being real.

  • @karenturner7983
    @karenturner7983 4 года назад +4

    Jason, I have confidence you'll get it all worked out.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @TM-iq6sx
    @TM-iq6sx 4 года назад

    We used these large rubberized like pans for our goats. And one large plastic oneto drop some grain and alittle hay on top. We cut a plaslic large barrel on its side to beanle to place hay or a feed pan inside for raining day.

  • @Kandiebhenry
    @Kandiebhenry 4 года назад +24

    Jason that pile of wood that you keep saying is trash well I see alot of good wood There, Im a wood worker You can use all that wood scraps don't throw wood away ,especially with the price of wood these days, please dont throw scraps away.

  • @leanneatcheson553
    @leanneatcheson553 3 года назад

    That is so overwhelming for you. Set goals that are not to high. I moved to a one bed apartment and I know overwhelming. I bought furniture and have to have apartment in order b 4 it gets deliver.
    U should be proud of yourself. That’s a huge project. Hope your day goes smooth.

  • @galelenz9827
    @galelenz9827 4 года назад +60

    Jason i see a storage shed in all that wood you call scrap , with the price of lumber use what you have ,

    • @GinaKayLandis
      @GinaKayLandis 4 года назад +4

      Right! Lumber prices are skyrocketing. Use what you have. Use a grinder (buy or borrow) to cut off nails if they are in the way.

    • @TheCrockers
      @TheCrockers  4 года назад +2

      You can't build a shed with small scraps

    • @GinaKayLandis
      @GinaKayLandis 4 года назад +8

      Correct you can't... but that wood csn be used for other purposes 💜

    • @sweetcountrylivinfloyd3659
      @sweetcountrylivinfloyd3659 4 года назад +1

      We need help but my husband wont ask...his nefue builds tuff sheds and we have neighbors whi said they woukd help

    • @GinaKayLandis
      @GinaKayLandis 4 года назад +1

      @@sweetcountrylivinfloyd3659 It is difficult for men (and so
      e women) to setaside the feeling that they can do anything, are invinceable, no matter how many times that is disproven due to health, or stubbornness. Sorry you are dealing with this.

  • @elizabethbrooks4849
    @elizabethbrooks4849 4 года назад

    I understand that you are overwhelmed by the mess. It looks like there is a lot of good wood, make separate piles of usable stuff and with your skills create an build. You can make a shed lean to to put your tools under. It's doable just do one small thing every day. You can use so much more utilizing all the trees. Listen I'm not trying to tell you what or how to do things. I get overwhelmed very easy myself. You got this. Hang in there. Looking forward to next video. Stay warm, safe and take care of all the critters.

  • @margenelson3246
    @margenelson3246 4 года назад +25

    Hey we have to have some of them are feed outside. So we use metal trash cans with lids, and use bungee cords from each handle to keep the tops shut. to keep things out and it works great you might try it

    • @spiritwings4592
      @spiritwings4592 4 года назад

      Lol have you seen what a goat will do to a bungee cord???

    • @margenelson3246
      @margenelson3246 4 года назад

      @@spiritwings4592 it works for my goats the kid locks and bungy keeps lid tite

    • @janiceconnolly8740
      @janiceconnolly8740 4 года назад

      I use 2 metal trash cans to keep my horses supplements in. Easy access and feed always dry! Bungee cord is a must!

  • @kennyfisher8526
    @kennyfisher8526 4 года назад

    Get yourself a few steel drums with lids to store your feeds in. We use them for our chicken and hog feeds. The steels drums have seals in them and are often water proof and can be stored outside. Up here Rural King sells them or you can also find them on marketplace and craigslist.

  • @jacquelinehealy1797
    @jacquelinehealy1797 4 года назад +3

    I'm really happy to hear you talk about fire safety, kudos to you! No need to be embarrassed you are not alone, you're human. What you have accomplished is impressive and your care of your animals is outstanding.

  • @aroundtheson1096
    @aroundtheson1096 4 года назад +1

    I'm so relieved to hear and see you are human! Honestly i just started watching your videos few days ago and i was like "man, does this guy ever stop?" You accomplish more then most do their entire lives. Your lifestyle is absolute goals for me and my toddler!

  • @jackfishmagurkin9397
    @jackfishmagurkin9397 4 года назад +48

    Quit whinning, clean out that shack, finish insulating , then finish the interior . 1 day tops. you don't need help. Put some tunes on and get with it and don't stop.If you can't do that you will not make it there and that's the bottom line.

    • @frankiesteele4248
      @frankiesteele4248 4 года назад +7

      Well hell, you ain't doing anything on your RUclips channel, I'll be damn..... that surprises the hell out of me.... (Sarcasm)

    • @netty7761
      @netty7761 4 года назад +5

      @@frankiesteele4248 I have to agree with you.

    • @maryellencook9528
      @maryellencook9528 4 года назад +1

      @jackfish magurkin: Excuse me, but are you having an exacerbation of your retrolintal analophthalmoplasia? Do you have a plexiglass umbilical area so you can see? Inquiring minds,etc.

    • @maryellencook9528
      @maryellencook9528 4 года назад +1

      @Donald Strickland thank you 😊 🙏.

    • @truckerg4010
      @truckerg4010 4 года назад

      He likes to direct her around. Reminds me of a spoiled kid. Suck it up, you live on family property hard to call that off the grid.

  • @rgmm8888
    @rgmm8888 4 года назад +1

    Great video Jason!! 🤠😊

  • @karenmikasko7148
    @karenmikasko7148 4 года назад +24

    You need to take 2 days away from youtube and get organized. Quit depending on everyone else. You are a grown ass man.

  • @peggydierks8362
    @peggydierks8362 4 года назад

    Make a list and stick to it. Baby steps. One thing at a time on those huge projects. Dumpster, cleanup and level, shipping container, transfer materials then get back to the build. Sounds like a good plan. Wishing you the best. Blessed be..

  • @kriscanan7232
    @kriscanan7232 4 года назад +20

    You can do this hun, your just feeling overwhelmed. Use some of that scrap lumber and throw up a little lean to. Use the play wood as sheeting on the roof, lap it like shingles. The stuffs warped but you can still cokes it into something to serve stuff under. If you can't set post, anchor it to a couple trees. You can do it!

    • @itsallaboutjesus8935
      @itsallaboutjesus8935 4 года назад

      "Your" = "You're"
      "Play wood" = "Plywood"
      "cokes" = "coax"

    • @kriscanan7232
      @kriscanan7232 4 года назад +2

      @@itsallaboutjesus8935 sorry I was doing my best without my glasses or enough sleep, lol, stayed up looking for my glasses, I found them. Interesting name, you should think about that a little more when pointing and calling out other people's flaws dear! God bless and have a great day! I'm going to grab a couple hours sleep before I start a new day.

  • @bethalejandro982
    @bethalejandro982 2 года назад

    It's amazing how you manage your reality ... large off grid property, farm animals, daily chores. Just watching all the "stuff" you're working.... without your wife .... is like you said, overwhelming. But kudos to you!

  • @nancymayberry1900
    @nancymayberry1900 4 года назад +18

    1: put the tongue and groove on they walls-no more storage problems! 2. Do like you did in the podcast room. Take care of your tools by hanging them on the podcast room or put shelves in and store them. Build a wooden box from scrap wood and put it on your porch for the tools OR use it for critter food with a latch so they Can't get into it. Your problem is your heads to full of things-tiny house build this, have that, buy this, clothing line, your taking on too many things. Go back to the beginning-get your butt on the tiny house! Devote specific amount of time on it to see some progress, so the next day back at it for an hour or so. Then onto whatever is NEEDED next. List from first important on down. JUST DO IT!!!

  • @michelewhitewolf3712
    @michelewhitewolf3712 4 года назад +1

    Consider a Costco storage tent. About $260 or there about. Gives you a sorting spot to build a simple storage shelf/rack fit the wood and metal. Make a pile on top of some pallets cover with tarps for the scrap untill you can process it. Cheeper than a dumpster.
    No your not depressed you are doing the best you can trying to get everything working. This teaches me storage for your home stead is important to keep things straight and orginizing.

  • @cindykrou
    @cindykrou 4 года назад +31

    Put skirting around the house for underneath storage. Put a lock do to the crawlspace.

    • @karenmikasko7148
      @karenmikasko7148 4 года назад +1

      I would take every rock I found and put it around the house instead of skirting...idk if that is a good idea, but it would look nice.
      We aren't building the Taj Mahal right?

    • @tammywragg6254
      @tammywragg6254 4 года назад +2

      @@karenmikasko7148
      SNAKES they love rocks, some things are easier said then done,and rocks or storage under the house up there right now probably wouldnt be the wisest

    • @karenmikasko7148
      @karenmikasko7148 4 года назад

      @@tammywragg6254 I guess that is true...one thing I would do is burn some of those leaves, start a compost pile or invest in a leaf blower. I guess that isn't really a priority either.

    • @tammywragg6254
      @tammywragg6254 4 года назад +1

      @@karenmikasko7148
      Ok he lives in the middle of the woods,its not that simple,especially in this weather,there are tons of wet leaves,and under all that there are lots of rocks,so some of those leaves actually adds protection for the animals, I'm sure when or if he is ready to do landscaping if that's what he wants to do, he will but there are more important things he needs to work on first,and burning leaves in the woods on top of a mounting isnt the brightest nor the safest thing to do ,as he said he doesnt have means to water nor time to watch nk it and keep it under control,

    • @itsallaboutjesus8935
      @itsallaboutjesus8935 4 года назад

      @@tammywragg6254 What is "...on top of a mounting..."? What's being "MOUNTED"?
      You're kinda unnecessarily rude & condescending by constantly regurgitating his words. I'm pretty certain everyone on here can read & comprehend.🤨

  • @kathleengraddy2788
    @kathleengraddy2788 4 года назад

    Get a burn barrel for small scraps with nails. You can make a wire screen lid to put over it. We cut 8” vertical cuts in ours near bottom for air flow. Probably cheaper to rent a uhaul trailer and haul to a dump. Dumpsters are expensive.

  • @paulinelarach938
    @paulinelarach938 4 года назад +10

    Complete tasks planned and clean up will be done as work is accomplished. no sweat.

  • @secondchancegarage
    @secondchancegarage 4 года назад

    Cool running into u today man. I sub'd from both of my channels, this and Nate S. Can't wait too catch up on all of your vids.

  • @makeupandtantrums8458
    @makeupandtantrums8458 4 года назад +27

    Put your big tent back up....use it for temp free storage

    • @StruggleandStrive
      @StruggleandStrive 4 года назад +1

      The frame of the big tent is what the micro tiny house is made of. And he said the canvas got messed up from the goats

  • @colleenscottcarmello5103
    @colleenscottcarmello5103 4 года назад

    Those portable enclosures might not be long term shelters but you can put them up in a jiffy and no sawing wood.. Will get you through the winter and put your mind at ease to have the tiny house emptied out.

  • @descrazielyfe4446
    @descrazielyfe4446 4 года назад +57

    Another amazing video. Everything takes time. You will get the tiny house finished. Its never a bad thing to ask for help. None of us can do everything alone. That's what makes us human😉

    • @maryellencook9528
      @maryellencook9528 4 года назад +5

      @Des The Hobo Traveling Nurse: Amen, Des! Preach it, Sister Friend! And the next time you are visiting Jason and if he gets down on himself again, please kick him in the butt until it rings like a Chinese gong for me.

    • @descrazielyfe4446
      @descrazielyfe4446 4 года назад +2

      @@maryellencook9528 lol 😆

    • @annshoffner416
      @annshoffner416 4 года назад +1

      I want one of those knives please! I’ve been looking for one for my husband! Let me know if I can buy one!

  • @gordonwilloughby8793
    @gordonwilloughby8793 4 года назад

    Shipping container is a great idea. Could you use some of the bigger pieces for a small place to put tools in? Maybe you could try to cut smaller pieces to burn in your stove. Would get rid of the pile while keeping you warm.

  • @TheHobbyFarmHomestead
    @TheHobbyFarmHomestead 4 года назад +3

    The shipping container is a good ideal they are not to expensive. It takes a lot to ask for help, i have a hard time doing it to. Teamwork is always the best way to go. Keep up the good work!

    • @kathybullard952
      @kathybullard952 4 года назад

      I would be interested in the knife holders 8 of them if they are a reasonable price.

  • @tammyPotter72
    @tammyPotter72 4 года назад

    We are having the same issue jason. We have piles of trash from where we tore down a old mobile home. We want to have it all cleaned up by February because that's when we order our 16x50 shed to convert to a house. It just takes time. I tell myself one day at a time.

  • @WayneWatson1
    @WayneWatson1 4 года назад +25

    That appears to be a lot of good use able wood for building shelving, legs for tables and do on. I can only see what's on camera though. Yea, you need a 12x16 storage shed.
    Its live and learn bud. I had to overcome my pride issues. Once you get most of the stuff done you need done. It'll be a lot easier to live that life.
    God bless and keep you safe

  • @jwolfoutdoors5330
    @jwolfoutdoors5330 4 года назад

    I live in the Appalachians. Living off grid can be hard. To some extent we will always be tied to something on the grid. However when prepping or homesteading or off grid unless you have the funds. Re use anything you can. Save everything you can. You will find a purpose for it! keep driving on! Im the same way just finished a 112 count crosstie retaining wall did it all myself. Keep pushing its freedom.

  • @emilymorehead3121
    @emilymorehead3121 4 года назад +4

    Good idea about the shipping container. I am disabled and looking at things in my home that need doing and don’t feel like doing really brings me down at times

  • @mikemalcom2112
    @mikemalcom2112 3 года назад

    Love the coffee mug. I've never stopped at that rest area but makes me laugh every time.

  • @janicefleury8903
    @janicefleury8903 4 года назад +17

    Start putting shelving up. It will help organize and get stuff off the floor.

  • @dovelady3am815
    @dovelady3am815 3 года назад

    Don't beat yourself up. Your stuff is dry and secure for now. Make a plan for a shed. It's a side project.
    My hubby and I renovated together a lot. He did most of the building while I did the putting away. When we were done he never had to worry about pile up. When we started up again, I knew where everything was... things did get piled up sometimes when he needed my help, but - hey it'll wait for you! ❤

  • @debbiputman3482
    @debbiputman3482 4 года назад +6

    Really Jason, move that wood to the porch and get to work! You could have the tiny house ready to live in with just a couple days hard work! Then you could move all the other building supplies to the micro-tiny house.

  • @hangingwiththebogiers3840
    @hangingwiththebogiers3840 4 года назад

    Awsome job , I really love your channel/you as a person KEEP on doing what you do , hello from HANGING WITH THE BOGIERS 👋🏼🎄💙💗

  • @sandrahankins8488
    @sandrahankins8488 4 года назад +5

    I tried that asked for help, sure we'll help then when it comes to doing it they are gone. I end up doing it myself. Good that you have true friends. Your doing a great job Jason.

  • @sharonmetzger4559
    @sharonmetzger4559 2 года назад

    Do NOT throw away your wood! It is an incredible resource that you will use over time! No need to waste money on a dumpster... Get a storage container, store it. You will be soooo grateful you have it available when you need it!!!
    Wise resource management and asset management!
    Keep up the great work, and remember it is one step at a time! Rate the things that are most important to you, and go after them in order until completed.
    You will feel so good!
    Woohoo!!!
    😸

  • @joelwilbanks1165
    @joelwilbanks1165 4 года назад +19

    Dont be overwhelmed. Just pick ONE(1) thing to do and simply make sure you complete it before “multi-tasking” something else.

  • @deeproffitt2013
    @deeproffitt2013 3 года назад

    I understand all of the comments about building a shed from the scraps, but I also understand being overwhelmed. Just start with one corner and take it from there. You have a nice community of people pulling for you and who will help.

  • @sueevans3492
    @sueevans3492 4 года назад +11

    I know the feeling. My craft/office room looks like that also depression is overwhelming and where do i start. Things will change. And it will be better.🤗

    • @rosaking8488
      @rosaking8488 4 года назад +1

      Sue, my sewing room is a hot mess too. Lol. 😁

  • @francescampbell4731
    @francescampbell4731 4 года назад

    You might want to check out Cog Hill Farm feed containers. They keep all their chicken & goat feed outside in large plastic barrels outside and the lid protects the grain from the elements. I realize you have many more organization jobs in your future but this just might help with your chicken, dog, rabbit and goat feeds.

  • @FieldFarmForest
    @FieldFarmForest 4 года назад +7

    A shipping container is a great idea. You could even use it as a barn after your done using it for your building supplies. ☮️-K

  • @sheripaksi4635
    @sheripaksi4635 4 года назад

    Take your feed out of house place it in trash barrels with lids then place them in the fenced area that is attached to lean to shed. Then it will be kept dry and away from the animals until you need it. Also a grain scoop would work better for feeding the animals. Can you use some of the scrap wood for building a feeder for the goats. And what is left if not treated can't you use as kindling for stove and fire pit.

  • @lewistelle
    @lewistelle 4 года назад +32

    I hope you don’t burn or throw away even a tiny piece of that good wood! You will need it for something coming up so I hope you will just keep a tarp over it and take good care of it.
    ~ mama Telle

    • @Jkaye13
      @Jkaye13 4 года назад +1

      Yes!! I'm betting people would be more than happy to come take that wood off his hands! Reduce, re-use, recycle!!

    • @itsallaboutjesus8935
      @itsallaboutjesus8935 4 года назад

      @@Jkaye13 I was thinking the same thing!

  • @partyfarmer957
    @partyfarmer957 4 года назад

    It'll be okay with the cleanup. Just sit down with pad and pen and write out a step by step plan like the dumpster then the shipping container, etc...
    Just formulate a written plan, and it won't feel so overwhelming.
    Those knife holsters look awesome.

  • @MrSoulstealer1
    @MrSoulstealer1 4 года назад +4

    I do want to see you finish that house though, it looks awesome and has alot of potential! 👍🏻

  • @deerfarm5982
    @deerfarm5982 4 года назад

    i bought a shipping container for my cabin---10 x 20 for $1400 the driver drove a roll back to my cabin in the woods to a slot a cut out a thick pines 12ft x around 25ft,his roll back got in perfect,,,,,,rat proof and dry storage .....only thing i hate is opening and closing the doors PIA....we just leveled it that helped.

  • @emmettcaton9435
    @emmettcaton9435 4 года назад +16

    Use the scrap to build a shed

  • @gailpulley9213
    @gailpulley9213 4 года назад +2

    I loved watching you feed your animals, Jason! Also, glad to see you starting to work on things for yourself again. Stay safe, health & as warm & dry as possible.;)

  • @AuntieAnn
    @AuntieAnn 4 года назад +4

    haha I love the CBR pot holder 😃. .... That knife setup is legit! 👍

  • @SandraCrockett
    @SandraCrockett 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for your honesty........I really respect that. It looks all too overwhelming to me just watching all that you do. Thanks for sharing everything! I appreciate it and I enjoy watching your channel.

  • @normanrambo4189
    @normanrambo4189 4 года назад +3

    You are just talking to yourself out there by yourself. It has to be lonely. God bless you Jason.

  • @MarciaMeree
    @MarciaMeree 4 года назад

    Either build a storage shed or buy one .I know how overwhelmed it makes you feel I have a storage shed and I try to organize it take one look and I'm overwhelmed . Right you get some help. Once you get all that organized you will be good to go. You got this..😎

  • @carolynhicks4248
    @carolynhicks4248 4 года назад +34

    Build a shed...Stack the wood

  • @virginiareid5336
    @virginiareid5336 4 года назад

    Jason, could you build a storage shed out of the platform the goats eat on? It looks like you have almost enough scrap to throw one together. Then you could get enough of the extra things out of the house until you need them.

  • @Bindoyboy
    @Bindoyboy 4 года назад +31

    When things start feeling overwhelming, just pick a spot and begin.

  • @grannianni7681
    @grannianni7681 4 года назад

    Jason don't fret about it, you can work on it in the Spring. People should know it takes time to get things done. Anything worth doing is worth doing right! Besides, building material prices are insane right now, you worry too much! I wish I had that wood, please do not get rid of it, let them live their lives and you live yours! Blessings

  • @maxinekelly8417
    @maxinekelly8417 4 года назад +28

    The goats are cute. The rabbits are growing quickly. The dogs are looking really healthy too. 🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️🇦🇺👍👍

    • @nanaadkins7316
      @nanaadkins7316 4 года назад +2

      Jason needs to stop saying and ah.

  • @dianahansen136
    @dianahansen136 4 года назад

    Here is a easy meal -potatoes green beans and sausage with lots of butter. Cook potatoes til soft add sausage cook about 5 minutes add green beans cook til hot add butter salt pepper or anything you like
    Hope you try it. It will keep you warm 💜

  • @taliandzelda5006
    @taliandzelda5006 4 года назад +9

    Get a burn barrel. Keep you warm and helps with the mess.

  • @HorseyGal4ever
    @HorseyGal4ever 4 года назад

    nice hay pile, lol, I have 300 bales put in my barn since last years hay shortage! I have 3 horses, Not worrying this winter. And your building materials and stuff, my husband doesn't toss or burn, he calls it Resources!

  • @cindylawson9714
    @cindylawson9714 4 года назад +11

    You might want to put the chinking and any paint that you have underneath the beds in the micros so it doesn't freeze

  • @dakotawinds9291
    @dakotawinds9291 4 года назад

    use a hand held grinder and grind the nails off the wood, then reuse some of that lumber to make a feeding platform, bunk for the goats. With some of the other wood if there is enough use it to make a small shed to store some of the stuff in. Otherwise I was going to suggest renting a pods container for a couple of months to clean out the tiny house and get it finished then use the little shed you are in for storage.

  • @catherinegrace2366
    @catherinegrace2366 4 года назад +8

    Sounds like you need to drill a well for water, you need running water.
    It also sounds like you’ve hit a spot of buyers remorse in off grid living by yourself.

    • @anthonyfranklin7137
      @anthonyfranklin7137 4 года назад +1

      Anyone can lose steam or momentum with a big project. It's even harder when you are essentially living in it, off grid or not.

  • @2L82Sk8Bye
    @2L82Sk8Bye 4 года назад

    After reading all the comments I agree--getting a good size shed should be a priority. Use it to store all the stuff that's currently inside the tiny and also clean up the yard. Organize your tools in it. You currently have no clean space...I mean, there is clutter wherever your eyes fall and that's why your mind is muddled. Once everything is stored and protected and organized I'd like to see you expand the rabbit cages first then get back to working on the tiny. I think things will fall into place by priority once your spaces are cleaned up. Good luck Jason.

  • @carolynmesser7199
    @carolynmesser7199 4 года назад +17

    Would it be feasible to get a metal building to store all the stuff that’s in the tiny house just trying to help 💕💕

  • @bethg5447
    @bethg5447 4 года назад

    This is why contractors use trailers to store their equipment. Someday you will have a small barn for the tools. As far as the scrap, create a slightly organized pile to pull from as needed and throw a tarp over it. Your friends, can help get this done.

  • @roxannesykes415
    @roxannesykes415 4 года назад +25

    Wood is still good stack it cover it.

  • @gmtigger61
    @gmtigger61 4 года назад +2

    We have 2 shipping containers and love them for the storage that they offer. My husband customized "his" and has some amazing storage shelves, peg board, and it is so organized. Let others help you and realize that it is a blessing to them to help you.

  • @memberHD
    @memberHD 4 года назад +10

    Damn with all of that "scrap", you could easily build a shelter for all your "scrap". Honestly if you consider that pile of wood to be scrap, I don't know what to tell you. Your not seeing the value of what you have. Nothing is scrap in a true off-grid living situation

    • @itsallaboutjesus8935
      @itsallaboutjesus8935 4 года назад +2

      It seems as if this is NOT just about the "tiny living off-grid lifestyle" anymore. That's all the wealth from subs & donations from YT showing up.

    • @truckerg4010
      @truckerg4010 4 года назад +1

      @@itsallaboutjesus8935 now he ‘s a celebrity in his own mind. Which is why the lady he had left, hopefully stays gone, she’s better alone or at least without him.

  • @ghettoredneck2788
    @ghettoredneck2788 4 года назад

    Wood stove the wood pile,put good stuff under the deck,build a roof off the back of the house by the shower,put roof on the shower for storage purposes(to cold for good outdoor shower)

  • @moniquepronovost1373
    @moniquepronovost1373 4 года назад +6

    If you block the porch you made where the tin wall is you could use that for a shed this winter would not take much and use the old wood

    • @SeeLionsInTX
      @SeeLionsInTX 4 года назад +1

      Yeah. That would be the easiest- only need one good wall. But, putting a roof on the shower using those fence boards and a tarp would also work.

  • @suebelleau9924
    @suebelleau9924 4 года назад

    Good idea on shipping container. Build shelves right away for organizing your supplies. Well save you TIME and MONEY.

  • @allen8iluminada
    @allen8iluminada 4 года назад +6

    Why did Jaylena left? That's the first thing you have on the title!

  • @Peacedragon-rp4in
    @Peacedragon-rp4in 4 года назад +1

    Did you know you can save the coffee grounds and use them in your garden.
    As for your (Mess) I suggest you get some pag board, it that on one wall, I stress the temporary problem- mess- take the pink stuff and put into your tiny tiny house, then put up sawyer's cedar wooden planks on the walls. Give you some color in there, helps you keep warm, plus helps with your (mess) 😃
    As for your (outside mess) it's not that bad. American Pickers have found million times worse then you.
    Find four trees that are close together and use those wooden planks, leftovers to make a tree storage unit.

  • @RidgeLife
    @RidgeLife 4 года назад +7

    I am planning a trip to OK in March, I am available for dumb labor if needed (not much skill here)!

  • @jenthrasher5056
    @jenthrasher5056 4 года назад

    Maybe build a 3ft wide closet over the windows in the peak. To store stuff inside tiny house. (just the stuff that should be in your living space.)
    You probably have enough scrap wood to use. Before you get rid of any of it. cedar doors of some kind, to hide it.
    Build a homely small barn for tool storage. That knife sleeve it really nice looking. Be looking forward to hearing about them.

  • @danny7570
    @danny7570 4 года назад +25

    Couldn’t you reuse all that wood?

    • @pwoeck45
      @pwoeck45 4 года назад +1

      Jason just build wood room storage,keep wood out of the Rain 12× 18 or whatever size you want, just see it, Do it. Process, Don't Thank Me " Show Me" The Best Organization Piles of Wood off Grid by Jason Crocker Title .. Stay Humble my Friend

  • @ValeriaVincentSancisi
    @ValeriaVincentSancisi 4 года назад

    Don't be so hard on yourself... times are overwhelming.. and agree .. some of that rugged individual stuff is overblown .. building and sustaining community rocks...

  • @mirandaguerra3348
    @mirandaguerra3348 4 года назад +3

    You are getting emotionally discouraged; it ceased being fun. Things have become confusing; you need to regain your vision of what or why you are doing-whats your purpose. The "scrap" you want to throw away is a symbol of the "emotional scrap" in your personal life and you are projecting out onto this project. Talk to your heart and ask guidance from your higher power.

  • @colleenscottcarmello5103
    @colleenscottcarmello5103 4 года назад +1

    Bio;d a quick new fraime and put the canvas tent back up to you for storage.. also throw some of those metal panels across the shower and use that for storage.. you got 2 make shift storage right there. can also spend a couple hundred bucks for small shed.. that would be 3 storage buildings. Heavy duty tarp tied down over the goat house and that would be another space for something. Facebook Marketplace has a lot of things for sale that might be useful. I understand what you mean tho.. I do it all myself as i don't have help either.. It's easy to get behind and that often causes a project to get on hold for a whole season or 2 ... Glad your asking for help.. It really makes a difference.. can get more done in 2 days with help than by one's self in 2 months.. Be kind to yourself..you got a lot going on..