Shed camping on a snowy Canadian cliff (while roofing my tiny cabin).
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- Well, I think we can determine that I didn't die in the camping/roofing endeavour! I am unharmed and safe at home, as predicted 😊
Welcome to another overnight on the cliff, and my first time 'winter' camping! Now I know it's not even winter yet, but I feel like we all still call it winter right now. There's snow!
I spent quite a bit of time by that burning barrel that evening, and I even charmed you with some fireside chats - get to know me better! 😉. It was so warm and cozy and I sat there alone with my thoughts, and nothing but the sound and heat of the crackling fire and it was honestly such an incredible hour of my life. No talking, no music, no agenda - just sitting there soaking in the heat and enjoying the stillness. I envisioned what my future nights will be like there when I have the cabin closed in a 'liveable' - will I build a sauna? Will I build a micro hot tub? Where will I put my outhouse? So many ideas were coming to my head.
When it was time to tuck into the shed, I had the generator running with a ceramic heater warming the place up, but then - it ran out of gas! Whattt??!?! I swear I hadn't used it much and was sure it would have lasted longer than half an hour! So - I just made do with a few other tricks up my sleeve and managed to stay warm and get a decent sleep.
We have morning coffee and my interesting breakfast (which was super delicious actually!), and then it's time to get roofing!!
Oh, the roofing. All I'm going to say was that I felt like things were going so well, and then things popped up, as they do, and I was feeling the panic. I time-lapsed pretty much most of the footage for the sake of time, and safety - I was really focused, and methodical in everything I was doing while up on that steep roof. And I'm sure everyone would agree that should have been the priority.
So, the roof is on, and although it's not complete and I need to go back, it's on there! I am writing this on December 10, and as of today, we are being completely snowed in. It is getting more and more challenging for me to be getting out there, but I will be! I intend to pick away at the cabin over the winter, cuz, well, I have too many other things I want to start in the spring!
Thanks so much for joining me - I hope everyone is having a lovely December so far. See you in the next video!
M 💕
Check out AdvokoMakes on you TH-cam for his video on the bushcraft heater
"A solid pat on the tush" is an endearing way to reward one another in the game of hockey (I used to play competitive hockey, and have been reminiscing about it lately)
Song requiring attribution:
"Undercover Vampire Policeman" by Chris Zabriskie
You say "You did okay Michelle". Jeez Louise you've done fantastically well and more than most of us could ever achieve.
Builders take years to lean the trade. You do you, I'm impressed by how fearlessly you are approaching the project.
You're amazing i love it 😍😍😍😍😍😍😋😋😋😋😋😋😋
You did ok, Michelle. You did ok. Take care.
Michelle, you did really, really OK. Unbelievably so really. Thank you so much from the rest of us who struggle to leave our comfort zones!
Alleluia, you have a real roof. It is said : "that is out of water"" .
Nice vidéo.
Bon courage and stay safe.
You earned the pat on the back. Congratulations. Well earned progress, er pragress 🎉 I’m glad the family got to see and welcome you back. It made the shower, that much more rewarding.
Keep safe. Stay inspirational. Thank you for contributions to furry friends. I value you. And, your contributions inspire 😊
Love the fire when I clean-up all the stuff I've been tripping all over all day after building something.
Hey Lady,
This video got me thinking about a lot of things. I’m glad you’re doing well. You’re very brave and I completely adore and admire you. There’s plenty of good, kindhearted you tubers out there but none are able to make me relax and feel at peace like you do. Thank you for being a genuine human with ambition, courage and a heart of Gold. Stay healthy and safe inside your body 😉🤙🏼
Michelle, I'm Dave from Pennsylvania and I've been watching your video's for quite a few months now. I think I've seen them all!...and I just have to say, I think you are such a unique person. You NOT being intimidated by some of the things you do is such a refreshing thing to see. So many of us are afraid to try new things for fear of failure or being embarrassed,/etc., and you just dig your heels in and go for it! Keep up the great work, stay safe, and thank you for entertaining so many of us!
Your To Hard On Yourself You Are An Amazing Woman Your Doing Great Darling It Will Come Together When The Time Is Right Just Remember You Will Conquer It When Your Ready To God Bless In All You Do Much Love From Portland Indiana
Thank you for taking good care of our heroine; I do appreciate it. You rock, Michy, and you do it with hot rocks! Simple, resourceful, practical; like an old indian trick.
Another impressive feat Michelle; what an incredibly hardworking, problem solving woman you are. A great example to us all 😊👏👏👏
BRRR....I got so cold watching your video I turned off my drafty ceiling fan and felt like jumping into bed to warm up!! It's 73 right now in my shed!!
Very Nice, Michelle! Give yourself some grace, You're doing just fine!
We camp out in snow caves (on purpose) all the time up here in Alaska, brings a person right to nature in a heartbeat. Love it.
Your tenacity and quirky humor always make me smile. When we had the fireside chat with you at the barrel fire, I enjoyed the view and your perspective on life and facing challenges. Bravo, Michelle! Well Done, and a deserved high five!! At least you were not tackling this job pregnant with a cigarette between your frozen lips.
😂😂 true that!!
I have been bilding different things about 40 yrs. I can just say - You are one heck of a builder/carpenter! Greetings from Norway!
Grettings from Slovakia!
You did more than okay Michelle, more than okay...
Many thanks for this very peaceful, slice of life video.
Hi 👋 Always as fun and adventurous with your videos.. Let's hope that all of us followers will soon stop sitting with our hearts in the pit of our throats when you climb around 🙏.. Good luck and eagerly await the next incredible film. Hearty greetings from Sweden🌹💪
If more people would be half as good as you the world would be a wonderful place.
Don't be so hard on yourself. You are doing great with not a lot to work with. Keep your head up and be happy with what you are Building.
For anyone then if you already know this Michele, Robert Murray Smith recently discussed what is called a Dutch Heater, although all peoples probabably used the concept. It is where heated rocks are placed into a nonflamable container with holes in it to make heated air.
I did heat rocks up and place them in a bucket in the shed with me.
@@michygoss7148 ok, I did view the video, and you mentioned it, so when I replied I was just adding to the subject.
Don't get discouraged because you are doing awesome for how many obstacles u have had to overcome in this experience journey and time it has made you in a stronger person fiscally and mentally. And in the end when its all said and done the end result is going to be completely worth it and rewarding.
6:53 - 9:54 👏Bravo! Bravissimo! Encore! Encore! 🖐😎🪑Chairs
Watching that fire was mesmerizing.......my eyes kinda went cross-eyed! 😅🤣 The roadway and rock tunnel at the end was very cool too! Such beautiful countryside where you are!
You talk ALL of the time, you know. Gotta admit, I like that! So many TH-camrs seem to try to get by ASMRing about 2/3 of their video. They'll pan the camera around showing the scenery....forever. Then they'll put the mic over by the campfire to capture the snap crackle pop....killing more time. Ya know Michelle, "I've seen fire, and I've seen rain. I've seen sunny days that I thought would never end" (THANK YOU, James Taylor).😝 When YOU aren't talking you're putting captions up. In other words you're making an effort to make BETTER videos. You're not just coasting. And that's refreshing....in TH-cam Land. So THANKS!❄❄❄❄🎄
I was holding my breath reading your comment because I wasn’t sure if it was a nice one or a bad one! Haha.
It was a nice one, so thank you!
Some people hate the talking, and other like it. Some people just want to see the job done, others enjoy getting to know the person doing the work. So it’s a balance. I’m glad to hear that some people enjoy the chatting. But in the end, I do like to try and mix things up and provide different types of videos.
Michelle, with all you did to deal with the elements I'm surprised you made so much progress on the cabin. Thanks for putting that secon plank on your scaffold. It made me feel better. I'm sure you really appreciated the comforts of your home after a couple of days and a night at the build site. Thanks for Sharing!
Easy to see why the cabin with a view of a painting.
Super Video from the Super Lady. There is nothing that you cannot do. Love your spirit and drive. Stay Safe and Keep On Building. Regards, Randy in Arizona
You did better than most men!!! Everything looks great god bless you an thanks for not falling off your new roof.❤ I ❤❤❤
Great video Michelle! Here is another high five and pat on the tush! 😉 glad you stayed warm! Be safe!
I love the contrast, your building skills are amazing and then your concern with staying warm, no spare clothes, Not enough heater fuel, feeling you have to grind coffee beans, and the big worry seems to be should you wash your face at night! What a great mix. Have you thought of a camping wood stove fitted inside that hut? Those photos were marvellous show us more😆
you should check out the small heaters made out of ammo boxes and candles
"...a somewhat crazy person..." best description ever! 😂😂
Your speech at 20:23 contained so much truth. Congratulations! I'm joining in for the tush...
Michelle, you are an amazing person. I haven't been able to watch your videos in awhile, so I'm binge watching now to catch up. I lmao at you & Steve's Halloween costumes! You are so blessed to have one another.
Hey Michy,, Bring us along for the ride! Or portions of it. The tunnel looked amazing.
HI Michelle : I know you an R.N. but do you still work .I know you have said Steve still works but do you? Do you do this build on the weekends? My daughter is a paediatric nurse in Alberta and it seems she almost never gets time off these days.(she's in her 30ish) I wish she would take more time to enjoy life, but she say's I'm just being a father.!💝❤💕 Wareing a harness does not protect you Michelle the rope does.You need to hook them together. It's not 8' fall it's 200' fall .🤟❤
Yes I do work, but I am a causal and work part time. Steve works full time, and we decided long ago that it works best for our family for me to work part time in nursing. That way I can take on all the responsibilities at home (all the cooking, all cleaning, any other household chores, taking care of the pets etc).
Well Dun!
На три вещи можно смотреть бесконечно , как течет вода , как горит огонь и как работает другой человек ( Мишель) )))
Hi Again Miss mishymash, Love your tush it looks perfect from where I am sitting. More serious though, so pleased your wearing a safety harness, this world is a much nicer place with you in it. Take great care and lots of love, the new cabin is looking great. XXX
Ya your doing a good job just keep moving forward everything always seems to come together
The girl loves a challenge! 👍😎🇨🇦🐾🐾🐾🐾🔥
Hot water bottle was a good trick !
You stayed warm during the night and your meal for breakfast looks okay to me ! Beans and hash browns and good coffee ☕️ you are doing okay !
Glad to see about 4:20 minutes in that you moved what looked like a 5 gal can of kerosene AWAY from the fire barrel. Be safe.
It was actually frozen water. I was trying to thaw it out to use it but I burned the jug. Haha
Good morning I hope your dog is improving miss you!
Gas Buddy heater with propane canisters. It works great keeping tents warm.
So brilliant and what a stunning view!
Michy, you are doing amazing! You come across your problems and you work around them and get things done. Problems have solutions, and you find them. Keep going, keep positive and keep killin it!
Aloha Michelle. You were sharing your thoughts. I had pretty much the same ones on a lonely 20ac parcel on HooDoo Mtn. , Idaho. And on some secluded Hawaiian beaches on Hawaii Island pondering the present, past, and future listening to the waves on shore and thoughts in my mind.
Yeah, Michelle, you did good.
Keep on truckin'.
Well done, indeed!
Michelle, your one extra brave and determined woman. Enjoyed watching you build the new cabin before subscribing. Have now subscribed as I don't want to miss any future construction. You really don't need makeup. Some say makeup is not good for your skin. If you can get some freeze dried food packers that you just add hot water are good meals. Okay girl, enjoy and have a grand day.
you have a beautiful place to camp,love your shed,cant wait to see finished cabin-may god bless you and steve-merry christmas
Yea, you did okay Michelle, you did okay.
You are a special person! Enjoy life to the fullest! Thanks
Your doing great Michelle!
Cabin Is looking great Michelle........I was 100% certain you were spending some time in that snowsuit once you pulled it out, lol. Best wishes to you and Steve and hope your holidays are grand.
How could I not jump in that awesome suit??!?! 😂
Thanks guys. And same to you!! 💝
You are an inspiration. Give yourself credit, as you certainly deserve it. Have a great week. Dan, from sunny and cold (-15 C) Alberta.
Michelle, my favorite girl in canada, so ... many.... take care yourself supergirl
Yes it's amazing how someone else's life can be fascinating Watching you expand your life's experiences hopefully inspires others to do the same
I have lived in a 18x 12 cabin for three years with a single extension cord and no water in the middle of nowhere. In winter it often is below 0 Fahrenheit and I use a big buddy propane heater They are great and last for days on a single 5 gallon tank and are indoor safe
As for the ridge. You can attach the peak with shorter screws into the ribs. Also. Most people never look up at the roof after it's done so you could paint it purple with pink polka dots and it still looks good ❤
You did an amazing job. You are awesome
Showers are something most people take for granted. I am a retired Marine, and as such I spent a lot of time aboard Naval vessels. You can get clean in shipboard showers, it is by no means easy. But how wonderful to get into a REAL shower upon returning to the world ( as we call it ).
I put my game face on - was there to roof, camp, and film. Wasn’t going to worry about washing up cuz it just wasn’t that important! 😊
@@michygoss7148 I was responding to that last comment on screen about how wonderful the shower was when you got home. It is always awesome to see that some people still push themselves to challenges.
..and a high five from over here in UK too.
Hey don't beat yourself up. You've got a natural talent, an ability to think of solutions to setbacks and way more gumption than most people. We admire you Michelle. Always stay happy, heathy, safe and smart.
Yeah what they said he said! You are a rockstar!!
you got this
Problem solving are you !! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Always entertaining and you got the roof done...mostly.
Awesome Job
I love the way you live and what you represent. Thank you.
A big high 5 and while I won't presume to pat your tush, I will pat your back and tell you Nice Work.
Thatta Girl!
Lol snowsuit party!😂🎉😊❤
6:53 Fireside Chat...now that's the ticket 🖐🤣😜😎
I think I've had the pleasure of following your journey for over a year now. You've done more than okay, but I understand what you're saying. All the best and happy holidays!
I love the "gun" you have at the ready above your bed. 🤣
You are absolutely amazing
Inspirational in every way
If I planned to sleep overnight in the same situation, I would get one of the many ‘Portable Power Stations’ that are available on Amazon to power an electric blanket. It’s not quite as low as zero here, but it’s been down to 31 degrees, and for years, I avoid leaving the whole house heat on overnight, by just using an electric blanket. There are a variety of options for power storage/output capacity. The batteries can be charged with solar panels, or charged at home before you go to the site, to make sure that it’s fully charged.
As with most things, it just depends on your budget. They have some costing over a thousand dollars, that would surely be able to power an electric blanket for 7 or 8 hours. There’s one for about $400.** that’s rated ‘600 W’ which seems worth a try.
Whatever the case, keep up the good work, but also keep safety first. The cost of having no broken bones while working on ladders and roofs, is eternal vigilance. I think Thomas Jefferson, said that?
We always think that we can get more stuff built, in less time, for less money, than it usually ever turns out to be. Any tv show that’s about people building houses will show it happen, (unless they own a source of lumber) 😅 at least 80, to 90% of the time.
Check out ‘Grand Designs’ here on TH-cam and it happens nearly every show/project.
You’re getting tons more done than lots of people who like to think that they’re pretty handy with tools would, because you continue to focus and keep at it, and not let a lot of things be excuses for taking a day off. So just be safe with it all, even if it means going slower than you might think it should be. At least you’re getting the roof on before winter really hits, and that’s something to feel good about, right? 🎄Happy Holidays to y’all’s there 😊
I love that picture Dag gone girl
Get a cheap Chinese diesel heater. Search TH-cam and Amazon. For $125 you could be warm in that shed. You did a great job in spite of the conditions!
It’s funny - I got an email from a Chinese company asking if I would try one out! But the reality is I will only be staying in the shed maybe once or twice (maybe) and then it’ll be in the cabin! 🤞
@@michygoss7148 I think it could even heat that little cabin. They are fairly portable, so not a major commitment either way. It’s always good to have a backup heating source.
so kool
The Obstacle is the Way
For storing campfire heat, you could stack rocks around the fire, then move them into the shed to release slowly over the night. I have done that before while camping with a girlfriend. she was a bit nervous about the cold, but she was pretty happy with the outcome.
I did do that!
Looks so romantic an experience, that fabulous scenery, calm evening, furnace a blaze, where’s Steve..?
Also why not take baby wipes for face wash, I go off in a small camper and wipes are the off grid washing, water for drinking…😊 x
I didn’t plan ahead for face washing. I definitely could have taken wipes, but then I’d have to go buy some as I don’t have any. It worked out in the end (plus it gave me a story to share !)
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Bonjour Michelle. Many thanks for your most recent vidéo. It's cold here too in the north of France. -2 C this morning and just cold all day. watching you throw logs in the burning barrel made me smile. i felt the heat and watching the sparks rise into the sky was quite beautiful. as for the tin on the roof and the scaffolding, nice job. what a inspiration you are indeed. if i may ask please, from your cliff cabin looking at the lake, are you looking north ? stay safe, stay warm and i'm sure that the puppies were glad to have mom home. cheers
Keep up the good work. You rock girl!!!!!
I think you are doing great, you are quite an inspiration, and I've enjoyed every bit of this project, much love from Massachusetts.
You are doing a great job. Do you realize how many people, man or woman, young or old, couldn’t or wouldn’t be able to do what you have accomplished? You are awesome. Keep pushing forward. Stay safe and well and don’t tell the old man you haven’t cleaned up or you’ll never get him in bed with you again. lol 😂
Everyone should sacrifice a little comfort once in a while to stay in touch with the rest of the world
Exactly. That’s what my goal was. I could have easily drove home that night and came back out early the next morning, but I knew I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and test the waters.
Hi Michelle. Pushing your limits again I see. Good to see you. This is the way to learn survival skills. In a way. Need to think about what you are forgetting so to have backup for backup. Either way looked like fun sort of. Great video. Be safe and happy. G
Fyi there are handy wipe stuff like that you can use in remote places.
When winter camping you actually will stay warmer by removing your outer clothes and get in your sleeping bag. That’s what we did when we winter camped in Minnesota in zero Fahrenheit and below weather. Put your clothes in your sleeping bag with you and in the morning they are warm. Your boots on the other hand will be colder then sh/:!
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Мишель , солнце , канистру нужно держать подальше от огня НУ ОЧЕНЬ ДАЛЕКО !!!
The Girl From The Night Before did a fantastic job getting the roof up and dealing with the cold and with the challenges that popped up (as they do). The Outsider made a DIY shed heater stove that uses "emergency" candles made from an ammo box around nine months ago that turned out really good. 09:42 - "We won First Prize, and we also got a call from Child Protective Services."
"Men's small dress shirt" - Is that where Shaun's inspection uniform came from? 🤔
Chalking gun above the bed for defense - Well it DOES qualify for a GUN I guess. 🤣
That breakfast looked absolutely awful 😖
All the struggles are going to make you appreciate it that much more when it is completed. And know somewhere out there, a group of us are going to give you a standing ovation and round of applause on that day.
Why don't you do the boiling inside?
The energy lost I to the wild would then heat up the cabin.
Beautiful eyes and what a view.
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Michelle you are any Inspiration