My Side Job, Plans to take it to next level.

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  • @patricktillmanns3949
    @patricktillmanns3949 3 года назад +41

    The joy on Hunter's face makes all the effort worthwhile.

  • @davidkisner8332
    @davidkisner8332 3 года назад +1

    I know you have read it a 100 times today, but what a big smile Hunter has when riding with you. You are truly blessed Mike Morgan.

  • @lsantang
    @lsantang 3 года назад +70

    so glad that RUclips has afforded you this opportunity to spend more time with your family.. true blessing..

    • @ronpease750
      @ronpease750 3 года назад +1

      Mike, first good luck. What is the length of the firewood poles? Next, this may be a crazy question but I know you have your reasons. Why buy the saw logs and firewood poles when you have your own. I know you must have a good reason I am sure. Im just wondering. Your videos are top notch, keep them coming. 👍👍💙

    • @mtl-ss1538
      @mtl-ss1538 3 года назад

      @@ronpease750 New Zealand has big logging trucks.
      Gross Masses of around 150-tonne.
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      -ruclips.net/video/juUb_ymW3PU/видео.html&ab_channel=WoodleysNZ
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      New Zealand- Classic Chip Trucking with 8V92TA-13sp.@ 40t
      ruclips.net/video/g-BnwyBK5Hk/видео.html
      NZ farmers trees been logged,@57ton gross.
      ruclips.net/video/jak7pX6qCiU/видео.html
      ruclips.net/video/vzqdGYkH9C8/видео.html&ab_channel=MahoeSawmills
      ruclips.net/video/gjDJupxp3wo/видео.html&ab_channel=PetersonSawmills
      Largest Sawmill in NZ .>ruclips.net/video/iea3LqR37g4/видео.html&ab_channel=RuralDelivery

    • @thomaskeels4906
      @thomaskeels4906 3 года назад

      @@ronpease750 qq

    • @thomaskeels4906
      @thomaskeels4906 3 года назад

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  • @waynejoey2842
    @waynejoey2842 3 года назад +15

    You’re both looking and sounding happier and relaxed. This is a good move .

  • @vdsgw52
    @vdsgw52 3 года назад +11

    You are a master when it comes to spreading gravel.

  • @RDW303
    @RDW303 3 года назад +10

    Morning Mike. Seeing Hunter smile from ear to ear, it changed my attitude. For some reason, I woke up feeling disgusted. Could not have been timed any better. Watching those log trucks deliver those logs reminds me of a log truck going off the road in front of my house. He was going up hill when he just went off the road onto the shoulder. He tried to correct, but the soft shoulder pulled him into the ditch and overturned onto the his right side. I ran out there to check on the driver and as I got up to the top of upper driveway and saw the truck on its side with logs 40 to 50 feet ahead of it and uphill. My heart sunk. Being a retired police officer, who worked in the traffic division for the last 11 years, I have seen my share of dead and mangled bodies. I ran over to the truck to find the driver hanging by his seatbelt. He was conscious and asked me to help him down. Thank God he was not injured. Outside of the truck being totaled, the driver and logs were not injured or damaged. So when I see those trucks, it brings back that memory. Really looking forward to see what you have plan on the retaining walls.

  • @munched55
    @munched55 3 года назад +22

    *Mike, can you do some blasting on the channel? As a new recruit on the first day, a sergeant walked down the line of us asking why we joined. When he got to me and asked, I answered, "Because I love weapons and stuff that explodes." He looked me in the eye and said, "You scare me Prowse." I said, "I doubt that, sergeant." That was the start of a lifelong friendship.*

  • @roberthealy9389
    @roberthealy9389 3 года назад

    So happy you are doing what you love, and get to share MORE QUALITY FAMILY TIME🙏👌🤐

  • @johnleonard4261
    @johnleonard4261 2 года назад

    I really enjoy watching the guy use that knuckle boom loader. What a great way to self load and unload.

  • @denisricher1349
    @denisricher1349 3 года назад +26

    Hunter has such a great smile.... I really think having Mike home more will make him smile more often.

  • @johnking8679
    @johnking8679 3 года назад

    Continued Blessings to you ALL !

  • @philsmock4943
    @philsmock4943 3 года назад +2

    Phil here from NE Indiana. Another great video from OWTM. Thanks for including Hunter. Always like to see Hunter. Thanks for sharing.

  • @drivertester1
    @drivertester1 3 года назад

    Love the background music while the truck was being unloaded! Thanks!!

  • @nicolealvarez1111
    @nicolealvarez1111 3 года назад

    Glad you are able to go for your dream! Working for yourself with family is a blessing and our family is very happy for yours!

  • @1amaker
    @1amaker 3 года назад +31

    When ordering the big block for the firewood bin get extras for a 2A and 2B stone bin.

  • @SkidderKev
    @SkidderKev 3 года назад

    Always a good day when logs AND firewood poles roll into the yard!

  • @Graeme408
    @Graeme408 3 года назад

    Home run on the music to accompany the drone following the truck in your drive. Perfect choice and original. So nice you use music that is not used by every other RUclipsr.

  • @merlewarnsholz2094
    @merlewarnsholz2094 3 года назад

    Mike - I have to agree with Stephen Johnson's comment that Hunter's smile is very cool. He was one happy camper being with his Dad and getting out for a ride. Good looking piles of logs so you don't get into too much trouble with nothing to do (Ha - he has a daughter getting married. No time to get into trouble). Blessings to you and the family. Hi to Melissa, Hunter, Hannah, and Eva.

  • @1944chevytruck
    @1944chevytruck 3 года назад +1

    work for Mike get busy!!!...GO MIKE GO!..... DAY ONE HOLY CRAP!!! ...thanks 4 video. be kind.

  • @foreverbrownsfan
    @foreverbrownsfan 3 года назад +9

    Having RUclips as your real job is great for the Morgans and your followers. Morgan-time is well spent time!

  • @BMXCARD
    @BMXCARD 3 года назад

    You can hear and see your excitement about your new adventure. Happy for you!

  • @chucklogan7296
    @chucklogan7296 3 года назад +4

    It was awesome to see Hunter out for a ride and that big happy smile!! Hunter is a Rock Star!!!

  • @mitchjones2821
    @mitchjones2821 3 года назад +1

    Hey Mike! “Livin the dream” is what I’ve always said when asked how’s it goin. While I could obviously take or leave different aspects of my life I say this based on the fact that I’m breathing, not broke and have folks that love and depend on me. That being said, you are TRULY doin it. As a long time follower, and as I’ve said already, I’m am so happy for you and your family!!

  • @markbean8953
    @markbean8953 3 года назад +1

    Mike, before even watching this, I have to say how happy I am for you to be able to drop the 8-4/9-5 job. Hopefully, you're well vested enough to stay "self-employed". I cannot wait to see what adventures you, Hunter and the whole family get into now. I'm only a few years younger and planning to retire this summer, so I can REALLY feel for you. Take care & God Bless!

  • @JOHNxFANE
    @JOHNxFANE 3 года назад

    Doing what you love, and loving what you do.

  • @stevenjahnsen4955
    @stevenjahnsen4955 3 года назад

    Congratulations on walking away I did it a year and a half ago it’s nice to have your life to yourself

  • @richburns3293
    @richburns3293 3 года назад

    You worked hard for your new primary job. Congratulations

  • @nelsonmiller4854
    @nelsonmiller4854 3 года назад +4

    That is chestnut oak ,makes great fire wood..glad you will be with us every day now we will lots to keep up with..

  • @jamiehowell2116
    @jamiehowell2116 3 года назад

    You will work harder now than with the gas and oil job! It really isn't work if a person loves what they do. There's something about cutting firewood and lumber. Makes you appreciate our beautiful country. Thanks for the videos.

  • @dmorgan28
    @dmorgan28 3 года назад

    Mike it was a good choice you made to spend more time with your family and do this. We enjoyed the video. Thanks 👍👍👍❤️

  • @HomesteadEngineering
    @HomesteadEngineering 3 года назад +16

    Watching that log crane is mesmerizing. I would have watched another 20 minutes.

    • @marcuswhite3628
      @marcuswhite3628 3 года назад +3

      I had the same experience with spreading the stone...

    • @wirthwhileproperty
      @wirthwhileproperty 3 года назад

      My log guy uses a triaxle dump with a loader like that. After a while I think "that's gotta be the last one"......and he keeps yanking out more!

  • @KillingerUSA
    @KillingerUSA 3 года назад

    It coming together Mike! Looking good!

  • @cyndikarp3368
    @cyndikarp3368 3 года назад

    If some areas in the yard have future plans, but need to look really nice for the wedding. Just get a load or two of topsoil & spread lightly over areas. Plant lots of flowers & grass seed. Just keep the grass seed wet, until a week before the wedding. Make a beautiful yard ready for guests & great wedding party. Plant native flowers for pollinators to use blooms all seasons. Great way to help restore ecosystem.

  • @tennesseesawmillguy1590
    @tennesseesawmillguy1590 3 года назад

    This is great. I’m the happiest, working at home.
    Glad you have the opportunity.

  • @michaelsmith-wq7cf
    @michaelsmith-wq7cf 3 года назад

    Good for you Mike. Smart move. Enjoy!

  • @slimjim9821
    @slimjim9821 3 года назад

    I drove self loader for 30 years.Guy is a pretty good operator

  • @brucelarson5434
    @brucelarson5434 3 года назад

    That articulated log tong is truly amazing. An industry changer.

  • @robertshaner2924
    @robertshaner2924 3 года назад

    So Mike, you said it will take time and work in order to buildup your wood business. I felt right after I started watching that yo don seem to shy away from work. I think you will do very good at your new endeavors. God bless.

  • @stevehawkins8066
    @stevehawkins8066 3 года назад +2

    It looked like Hunter was very happy that your home and taking him with you. Thanks for sharing your family with us.

  • @davidpugh9990
    @davidpugh9990 3 года назад +3

    The video's are never long enough
    Could watch them all day

  • @moofdoggmike
    @moofdoggmike 3 года назад +2

    Cool pics dumping the gravel from below the bucket Mike... like it... Hunter is definitely happy u r home every day... he your buddy! Have a good one. 🐶

  • @shadlundquist2329
    @shadlundquist2329 3 года назад +39

    👍👍Hunter. Looks like he’s happy having dad around.

    • @128file
      @128file 3 года назад +2

      Yes great to see Hunter in the video, I have a 24 year old son in the spectrum and he's a great help around the homestead.

    • @marcuswhite3628
      @marcuswhite3628 3 года назад +4

      He always has a wonderful smile but today’s was outstanding!

    • @shadlundquist2329
      @shadlundquist2329 3 года назад +1

      @@marcuswhite3628 yeh it was a super smile.

  • @adrianholland6787
    @adrianholland6787 3 года назад +2

    Makes a huge difference, when the driver knows how to operate the equipment properly. Good looking timber. 👍

  • @brenchuckswood3826
    @brenchuckswood3826 3 года назад

    Welcome to the Sawyer / firewood club. Good luck.

  • @ededdy2095
    @ededdy2095 3 года назад

    Thank you be blessed and stay safe

  • @jerryoverweg8606
    @jerryoverweg8606 3 года назад

    The smile on hunters face was priceless truly blessed

  • @dennisgallagher1686
    @dennisgallagher1686 3 года назад

    Best wishes for the new job I retired at 53 then went back to work until 62 hope it all works out a huge leap of faith

  • @johntavenner7031
    @johntavenner7031 3 года назад

    Thank you for putting that shot of Hunter in the intro... Hunter your smile ALWAYS lifts me up when I'm having a day! Bless you guys.

  • @johnkeyes5719
    @johnkeyes5719 3 года назад +1

    As a 1st day of the rest of your life......an EXCEPTIONAL video....So happy for you. And the smile on Hunter's face says it all....Nice.

  • @brianmurray1734
    @brianmurray1734 3 года назад +6

    Hunter really has a beautiful smile. You can see he’s happy with his dad being home

  • @donoberley3582
    @donoberley3582 3 года назад +5

    This is going to be great fun, your new energy is contagious.

  • @hburns16
    @hburns16 3 года назад +3

    There are few things as satisfying as watching someone who is really in tune with their equipment run it. That gent delivering wood to you has a real knack with that rig!

    • @realairplane261
      @realairplane261 3 года назад +1

      Harold, he drives truck, loads and unloads all day long. He should be good. Two joy sticks and a couple other valves for outriggers, depending on the set up.

    • @beckyumphrey2626
      @beckyumphrey2626 3 года назад

      @@realairplane261 the gent sure does a great job unloading those logs.

    • @realairplane261
      @realairplane261 3 года назад

      Becky, he did do a nice job of unloading. Here in northern most Wisconsin, that type of work is a normality. I could see that his equipment was top notch and then therefore makes it and easier job. Hydraulics have really made many jobs a lot less work.

  • @russellbowman8051
    @russellbowman8051 3 года назад +1

    The Guy On The Log Graple He Operates it Smooth As Silk!! 👍👊

  • @PaulWhitedWoodStoneIron
    @PaulWhitedWoodStoneIron 3 года назад

    Hey Hunter. Always a big ole’ smile on his face. Got to love it. What a guy.

  • @russhoppe3971
    @russhoppe3971 3 года назад +7

    Hope your life goes as planned Mike and tell hunter it was nice seeing him smile ok so god bless and keep well ok

  • @blunderbuss9927
    @blunderbuss9927 3 года назад

    Impressive backing down for sure! Enjoy the home life!

  • @sherdelinroad
    @sherdelinroad 3 года назад +1

    Hey Mike, its Frank from Dubois. Congrat on stepping away from the rat race. I'm sure you do well. i'm 68 and retired. Although you aren't there, I'll bet you feel like a big back pack full of lead is lifted off you shoulders. Yes, I have subscribed to your channel. It's the first time ever for me to ever do that and I have never done social media. Not a fan. I've done so because You and your family are real, genuine, salt of the earth family, and I think you are all great. We have a lot in common, maybe we'll cross paths some day and we can swap some life stories.

  • @stevengullison5123
    @stevengullison5123 3 года назад

    He is a great operator, and he has a nice setup. Thank you for sharing

  • @rexwoodall2179
    @rexwoodall2179 3 года назад +1

    Rex from Charlotte here, Mike, a smile from Hunter to start the video, great idea! He is happy with Dad at home and so am I! This video is great with super video angles!

  • @ronwhite6719
    @ronwhite6719 3 года назад +1

    I can feel your excitement Mike. Nothing better than having your son with you for the day. Good call using the natural stone as a retaining wall.

  • @jacknevitt7384
    @jacknevitt7384 3 года назад +13

    It was great to see Hunter all smiles this morning! That was a great couple of loads of wood. Walnut is just beautiful wood, I don’t care what anyone says! 😀

    • @stewartmcardle8149
      @stewartmcardle8149 3 года назад +1

      I have some ukuleles and guitars mainly made from walnut. Lovely pattern and sounds.

  • @BAMFWOODS
    @BAMFWOODS 3 года назад

    Bingo. Hunter happy happy. And cement blocks. Good setup. Getting the setup of real deal but side job style. Nice work

  • @TheFabled1
    @TheFabled1 3 года назад +1

    Great video, I liked the camera angle of the rock pour. looking forward to whats coming.

  • @raulsalinas7364
    @raulsalinas7364 3 года назад +2

    That's going to keep you busy, Hunter looked excited to be out and about with his dad. God bless you and your family.

  • @patrickhathaway6178
    @patrickhathaway6178 3 года назад

    It’s a pleasure to watch the semi backing down the driveway. Great watching an expert doing anything! Also the smile on Hunter’s face was wonderful.

  • @uberuser1999
    @uberuser1999 3 года назад +1

    You nailed the music transition when H-Man first came on screen. Great shots from the truck crane, too! Very happy for your retirement from the company and thrilled to hear what you have planned for the future. Good for you! Have a Day!

  • @kevingerlach7517
    @kevingerlach7517 3 года назад

    Mike, Love how you are jumping in Feet First and running with it. I hope, that this JOB is something you always love and rewards you and family well. Looking forward to the projects to come and I know you will succeed in what ever you do. Thanks for sharing.

  • @bnewton5922
    @bnewton5922 3 года назад +4

    Fire wood is always needed. It will be interesting to see how the lumber and slab cuts do given the high costs of lumber. Already looking forward to seeing you build the pavilion for the saw mill and wood storage. Hunters smile makes the day. Having dad around is something you can’t put a price on. Stay safe

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 3 года назад +1

    That’s a great days work you and Hunter accomplished today! Loved the smiling answer from Hunter about having you home all the time ! He’s happy to have a running partner around more. So happy for both of you. Thanks for sharing with us. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

  • @wendydaum7232
    @wendydaum7232 3 года назад

    Hunter has a nice smile..have a day

  • @stephenjohnson5119
    @stephenjohnson5119 3 года назад +36

    That smile on Hunter’s face, is one of the coolest things you have ever recorded and shared with us (you tube followers)...thank you, God Bless your family, and relax, everything is going to be just fine...guaranteed.

  • @HomeWithTheBuffingtons
    @HomeWithTheBuffingtons 3 года назад +2

    It still amazes me at how smooth you are with the bucket and spreading rock.

    • @realairplane261
      @realairplane261 3 года назад +1

      Motor Mike has new equipment. Not hard at all. Now if he was using a Ford 8N with a manure bucket like that, it would be a different story.🍩

    • @mhack9881
      @mhack9881 3 года назад

      @@realairplane261 LOL, welcome to my world

    • @realairplane261
      @realairplane261 3 года назад

      M Hack it if funny 🤣 that most viewers thing Motor Mike is the god of spreading lime stone. It just rolls out of the bucket by tapping the bucket roll. Ol Hunter could probably do as well if you promised him a ride to BK. With Mike being around more , we can only hope to see him working outside.

    • @mikewatson4644
      @mikewatson4644 3 года назад

      It's still not easy with new equipment. That Ford 8N with the manure bucket had a trip lever. All or nothing. Dumped all at once. I spent many an hour running one. Not saying how long ago that was, but it for sure wasn't in this century. LOL

    • @realairplane261
      @realairplane261 3 года назад

      Mike, I had the ford 961 Power Master with a trip bucket that I converted to hydraulic. It was easy to roll washed rock out of it evenly and then drop the bucket and back blade it. Now trying to spread over burden or wet clay, not even the expert operator could control it like that 2b limestone. Works great when it is dry and no binder.

  • @LaddGardner4
    @LaddGardner4 3 года назад +3

    Best video yet, and I've watched them all. I can already tell a difference in the variety of camera angles, cool shots from more perspectives, great content and editing, plus bonus of being with Hunter, who looks great. It's obvious that more time to focus on your first love is reaping big dividends, Mike. Excellent work.

  • @DrDrum68
    @DrDrum68 3 года назад

    Definitely a Chestnut Oak. They are in the white oak family. Just had 6 taken down this week. Logs are sitting in my driveway and I am assembling my new Granberg Chainsaw Mill today. Wish me luck...

  • @chucksmith155
    @chucksmith155 3 года назад

    I love Hunters smile that smile just makes my day

  • @gastoncannon4710
    @gastoncannon4710 3 года назад +5

    From the smile on Hunter’s face, I would say he completely agrees with what you are doing. Now you need to crank up his firewood business! 👍 Bright sunshine this morning, 65 going up to 90 today......Have a day and GB. 💜💚💙❤️💗

  • @turtlehopper81
    @turtlehopper81 3 года назад

    It's always wonderful seeing Hunter smiling. I'm sure he loves that you are home all day.

  • @GodzHammer
    @GodzHammer 3 года назад +2

    Just seeing Hunter brightens up my day.

  • @donmelius9383
    @donmelius9383 3 года назад

    Hunter enjoys being with ole dad you can tell by the smile on his face.

  • @scottcrockett7645
    @scottcrockett7645 3 года назад

    Mike your mystery logs look like sweet gum. Sweet gum will be straighter grain where locust tends to twist. A maul will bounce off locust and barely leave a dent. Good for wood working in that new shop and turning blanks to sell. A lot of folk use them for turning bowls.

  • @jamesruditys6751
    @jamesruditys6751 3 года назад

    I asked nice to be able to make that decision I know that you've got something that'll support your family I walked out of General Motors with 15 years and open up my own business home improvement company and I did that for 25 years and I had to medically retire I do have my lower spine fused titanium rods and screws so I had to give up work yeah it's it's it's so I'm glad I'm glad to see people achieve the dream

  • @robertrichter6936
    @robertrichter6936 3 года назад

    Congratulations Mike on your new retirement plans & you deserve it, spend time with your family. I am 64 and haven't had the guts to pull the plug yet.

  • @mikeduarte8149
    @mikeduarte8149 3 года назад

    Best part of this Video was Hunters smiling while riding around with his Dad. Congrats are the change in lifestyle.

  • @BG-vq9fd
    @BG-vq9fd 3 года назад +13

    Hunt man what a smile, you made my day.

  • @AdkKarl
    @AdkKarl 3 года назад

    Looking forward to getting some turning blanks from you. Great to see you living your life!

  • @Foxhound5362
    @Foxhound5362 3 года назад +4

    Love that Hunter always has a smile.

  • @brucebello2049
    @brucebello2049 2 года назад

    Great plan Mike, all my best wishes to you and your family, cheers

  • @charlielewis6849
    @charlielewis6849 3 года назад

    Glad to see everything going well keep the double bit sharp 👌

  • @lynntraylor1646
    @lynntraylor1646 3 года назад

    You go Mike! Get after it. Now more only 1 1/2 hrs of sunlight. Hunt Man looked Happy. Melissa you should make and sell "Huntman" shirts! I would by one.

  • @LIVINGRETIRED310
    @LIVINGRETIRED310 3 года назад

    Another awesome and informative video from Mike. And thank you RUclips

  • @joegreen4156
    @joegreen4156 3 года назад +2

    Hi Mike Joe from England great to see your own man now PS the huntman has a fantastic smile

  • @garysmith2125
    @garysmith2125 3 года назад

    Congratulations on the next stage of your life Mike... You are in for a real treat my friend... May God continue to bless you and your family.... Gary Smith

  • @davidbishop4015
    @davidbishop4015 3 года назад

    You've made the right decision by making your side job, the full time job. Everyone will benefit. From the customers to your family.

  • @kevinmaxam2414
    @kevinmaxam2414 3 года назад

    Great to see the Hunt man and his happiness stay safe and be careful.

  • @charlesbolduc1636
    @charlesbolduc1636 3 года назад

    Good for you I hope it all works for you

  • @MuhaloTube
    @MuhaloTube 3 года назад +1

    Hi Hunter, nice to see you

  • @richardlangley3771
    @richardlangley3771 3 года назад +1

    Happy for you Mike looks like you’re headed for great success in what you’re doing.

  • @garyprice6651
    @garyprice6651 3 года назад

    Love the new way u get to have ed more in the videos. Longer to some of us is better. Look forward to each new episode

  • @tony78652
    @tony78652 3 года назад

    Hi Mike glad to see you at one with your life style now, after years of working for other. I know that feeling, it is so liberating. Here in the UK we have wire baskets that are filled stone called Gabions, they are very effective at doing just what you want to do with the banks.

  • @garyderksen8930
    @garyderksen8930 3 года назад +2

    Can’t wait til you set up some woodworking equipment Mike! So many possibilities...glad you have more time with Hunter too. He sure seemed happy about the prospects! I am so happy for you too!