Good morning!! I'm going back and catching up on your first videos and so happy you retrieved your goats! I feel your pain of BAD neighbors!! I'm sure morals and standards, respect and manners were taught in every corner of the world! It's sad that A LOT didn't take time to learn these precious life lessons! See you back in the future...I feel like I'm time traveling!! The kids are so small compared to today!!😂
Patience, fortitude and resolve are just some of your many fine qualities unlike some of those that chose to try and live off others, and cheat and steal. Keep going, you guys have got this 💪✊
I love your positive attitude and your daughter is so beautiful I think what you guys are doing is wonderful living off the grid thank thank you for sharing
Can't forget this day, look how little Eli is, lol 😆 I must say you guys are incredible. To think that you and Josh had No experience building a house 🏘️ A-Frame is amazing to me. Him being an electrician I bet helped a great deal on getting things turned on. You guys made building that A-Frame look easy, I know it wasn't , mistakes were made but still it's just amazing to me. God bless you guys.
Going back and catching up. This is the earliest video I've seen. Only discovered you when Mike Morgan stopped on a recent trip and visited at the cafe a couple weeks ago. Have watched a lot of you since then. BEST WISHES,
This video was shot back in the day when you all lived in the camper. Joss working 10 hour days and yet finishes an A-frame within 2 years. That's dedication. Sorry to hear about the theft issues. When you made this video, you didn't realize how fortunate you would be in 2 years.
I really connected with what you said in this video. It's given me a boost of confidence with the projects my wife and I have been working on. The way you speak of the true homesteaders and how lucky you feel to have access to water and electricity, even if it's not easy to come by, is how I feel looking at you guys. Going forward I will think of those homesteaders and you guys and the hard work you've done to achieve your goals. Starting to watch your vids from the beginning. Looking forward to watching your adventures.
You guys are the best! You're inspiring, you have great character, I could go on an on! Thank you so much for your honesty from the heart. Today is Feb 6th and you guys have come a long way. Bravo! May all your heart and soul dreams come true! Much love to you and your family.
When I had watched this the first time I didn't comment..mostly because I was mad some idiots did that to you, but will this time to say, anyone else going through this, instead of a guard dog(which isn't the right time for them to get now) get a couple or a few Guinea Fowl, they get real protective of the things on "their land" and make a racket like crazy..almost like a alarm system..if something strange comes around, they also protect kids like crazy, and will fight to the death w/a venomous snake to protect one. They stay in the area, and get along with almost every farm animal..Plus NOTHING cleans pests and parasites better than fowl, they literally don't need to be fed in 3 seasons as they will eat every spider..every tick and so on, so are a great addition to a property.
Great advice ,Guinea fowl sound off loud and long,just what you need.Admire the friendship you two have,what a great example you are for others,We've been married over 40 years,it can be so rewarding and fun.
What you are doing is EPIC I JUST started watching you about a month ago. You and your husband are trail blazers it's unbelievable what you two have accomplished. I respect you more (almost except my dather n mother) than anyone in my life!
NEVER let your guard down!! Always be aware of your surroundings. I am very proud of you both. You are doing it and look at everything you are learning. Good for you!
Been following you for the last year or so and decided to go back to your beginnings on this journey. I really needed to hear your message in this video. I am moving onto my very rural property in about 5 months and there is zero infrastructure, so it was good to hear that it will not be easy. There will be struggles. And that is just part of building the dream. Thank you! You guys have come so far since this video and I'm so happy that it's all going well for you. Keep crushing it. Lifelong fan here.....
Wonderful family, strong love foundation, goals, putting in the work, sacrifices, pushing thru good/bad times together as one, God in the lead...result: Blessings!
I thought I was the only one to train new neighbors with the sounds of freedom. New viewer, just found you guys a couple days ago. Actually 1st time poster 😎
So awesome to look back on these and for me they are all new because I just found you in the last couple months July 2022. You have done an awesome job of adjusting and working forward. Well done! I lived off the grid in tipi for 6 months.... I think everyone should just to appreciate the conveniences we have
Finding reasons to be grateful in the face of adversity. Having gratitude. That is what you have in common with homesteaders. A big reason why you have been successful.
It’s sad that we live in this type of world you’re such a beautiful family and your enjoyable to watch and I love watching you and your family thank you very much
Man I feel for you!!! I don't let ppl into my house anymore because when I did they were scoping me out figuring what they could steal the moment I had to go somewhere all the while smiling and acting the good neighbor routine. I finally came to the conclusion that if they don't know what I have then they don't know they want to steal it. Works for me even tho some neighbors might think I'm weird and secluded at least I'm not missing stuff....well they have been taking my flower pots lately but those are easy to replace. My well wishes go out to you and yours. Me, southern AZ.
Bless your heart I can’t stand a thief. I always worked hard for everything I have and I won’t put up with a thief. I will help people but don’t just steal. I’m glad you guys are ok
I agree Kirk. I am an urban dweller in Australia. I am fearful that Western culture has lost sight of this truth. If you drop your vigilance and if you are not willing to defend your freedom you will loose your freedom.
I can only imagine the feeling of self accomplishment ya'll will have when moving day comes. BTW my wife and I watched your videos back to back yesterday, awesome, with Love from Texas.
Oh that's so good to hear that you got your goats back . So many liars and thieves in this world. Always gotta take precautions against it. Keep your head up fam. These things make you stronger not weaker.
Oh my gosh...i cant stand trespasser and thiefs....glad you got the goats back. Get a German shepherd like my Gabby! She is best guard dog ever. Stay safe you guys.
Also can't stand thievery, want something..work for it, I did, and having been the victim of theft(although I'm in a good area now) it makes you feel so violated. But I never buy anything of questionable origin, as if there is no market, it makes it harder on those lowlifes!
I've been going back to the beginning that I missed when u started. So sorry u had this mess with the theft but I bet it spurred u both on to work even harder to prove your points to the neighbors. Keep on doing what u r doing. Its so exciting to watch from afar.
OMG has it been 6 years since you began this journey. I started watching your channel when covid first started and my job allowed me to work from home. I was interested in those living off grid which is how I found your channel now I feel as though you are my TV family. And look at your homestead now just amazing. A couple of things on my wish list for your are an inground pool and a sawmill to turn all of those trees into lumber you can use.
I've been off grid for 2 yrs in he middle of the woods and trust me there are thieves and scavengers everywhere. Wireless trail cams that go to your phone wih alerts. At least 2 big guard dogs, I have 4.
Just started watching your videos and I love them. I've watched from clearing the land to finishing the roof sheeting. Your "theft on the homestead" video, as disappointing as the theft was, was really interesting to hear. BTW, you and your daughter are just beautiful. Keep up the hard work and videos. FYI, I also have done my time living in an RV, no well or septic, hauling water (in a 250 gallon tote like yours and on a car trailer like yours). But I'm single and not raising kids, goats, chickens, food, etc.
Additional to my first comment, I also built my building while living in the RV. Now I have well, septic and electricity which makes life so much easier. I'm a retired electrician that worked long hours so I can relate to your partner. Thanks, Dean.
I watched this after being subscribed for a while. I can definately see a change in you and your confidence, just remember, you can do/survive anything.
We had some theft on our building site too. ReoLink cameras are amazing. You can cover your property with them, they send you alerts when anyone trespasses. Prayers going out for you..
Erin, love all your videos. You are one badass lady. Love your family. Please be careful. Get 2 big dogs. Reality is there are bad people. Stay safe and looking forward to more videos.
don't give up i am sure it will get better ya'll are doing a grate thank not much young people that would do what ya'll are doing grate job keep up the good work
Hi there I have enjoyed your video. You have now explained and showed us how you are living well working. Thank you I was worried about where you were living well building. A lovely home to enjoy. Keep us posted on moving in etc. Thank you god bless. Courtice Ontario Canada. Snow up here soon
I'm so sorry that happened to you guys. Hang tough, I think the thieves got the message. If I lived closer to you guys I surely would lend a helping hand. It sounds like you have many good neighbors to help though. God Bless.
My wife and I lived on a sailboat in the Carribean for 5 years. We always would go out on the deck to shower. Freshwater was a valuable item. Rain day was always a pasta day because we could fill the big pot. After you have lived with limited water and even more limited hot water. From now on you always cherish the easy access you have to those items in your new home. Happy and safe building. I'm assuming you are home schooling your children. I've watched most of your video,s but not in order.
Wow. I got a good chuckle out of your showering in the rain. My brothers and I used to put up hay for local farmers when we lived in Tennessee. Occasionally, the sky would dump on us at the end of the day. If it did, we got a natural shower. If not, we got our baths in the river. But that was way back in the 70's. Either one sure beats chlorine and flouride soaking into your pours. Kudos to you, Josh. You're a hard workin' young man. Meat chickens? Free range? Dang. I bet they make a great tasting stew. Goats? If ya feed em' good non-gmo grain with molasses and oats, along with a good Alfalfa hay, their milk is fantastic. They also make great burritos. Quite an awesome lean meat. Gotta love it.
Who steals someone’s goats, happy you got them back. Some people, gotta hate em. Glad I found you guys ur awesome. You remind me of my life back in the early 90s in Maine. Awesome to vlog ur life with today’s technology. Good luck and god speed, loving the videos ur husband is very very talented.
Man that's real aggravating i hope Ya"ll can catch the hoodlums, cowards that don't want to work for a living. Josh and you have too much on your table for this kind of crap! God Bless you and we will be praying!!! If my health permitted i would come up there to help, but you don't know me either. So prayer is all i can offer.I don't know how either of you can work so hard as is is.
Guinea chickens work well with letting you know if something on the property is amiss. Dog and/or guineas..... that'll work. I give you both a lot of credit for dealing with rural living. Situational awareness is important for your security. Keep your guns handy.... Oregon is a librat state, but glad you have your firearms !!
I had guineas and they will sound off to anything new that they see. I loved them, some folks say they are too loud. I suggest about 4 and see how you like them!
keep your chin up young lady and don't let anybody get you down these things are sent to try us we went through the same I bought a Rottweiler named Jack lovely dog, and later on, he went for stud and we had the pick of the litter we called his son Rocky and he was just the same temperament as is dad they were great with children and very protective of them but we never got anybody thieving from us I know you have a little dog, but you might in the future think about a dog or dogs that will truly look after you especially at night they can hear, see, and smell much better than we can there is a lot to be said for a good protector you will sleep much better GOD BLESS all of you.
David Riley I know this is old but wow, I can see how upset she is. We had two Chow/Lab (unrelated rescues) who were very protective and great at alerting us when anyone came through our almost always closed gate. Usually it was a friend just stopping by (pre cell phone) but sometimes it was someone who thought it was perfectly fine to open the electric gate (screwing up the mechanism) and come on in. Cameras were expensive at the time but I suspect an older neighbor would see us leave and come over to see what was up. It was disconcerting to know someone had been there while we were gone.
We definitely get in our minds that we're safe and no one will harm us but nowadays it's bad some people will take advantage of anything they can get there hands in. Sorry that happened to yall but glad you got the goats back.
New subscriber here, im in Northern Virginia, about a half hour from the West Virginia line, and it really blew my mind to see some down home folks cutting out a homestead in my neck of the woods!!!! I wish you guys couldve caught those goat thieves and delt with em yourself. Tragic that you had to deal with those P.O.S. at all, but so early in setting up. Looking forward to following along, and thank you guys for letting us in on your life, because you guys are close, im really stoked to see more from you. I do wish your whole family the very best!!!!!!
I had a pair of Great Pyrenees and they kept people honest. I thought they would eat me out of house and home but they did not eat any more than regular dogs. The female was especially a great dog!
We have been homesteading for 14 years now, with no running water, no electricity, so I know what you are dealing with. I love it though. We moved two years to a different home stead and recently now twice we gave had men on our property trying to break in our camper and the poisoned our dog. We do have deer cam's up and the police won't do anything about them. We also have no trespassing signs up. So we will have to take care of ourselves. It is great you have some great neighbors
I cant stand a thief. We bought a new property with a big shop using for storage and planning on building a home too. Long story short someone tried ro break in they failed but webhad our wake up call installed security system and cameras. It suck that we have to take such measures to protect what we aork hard for. Love your videos!
I just started to follow you and I have seen how far ahead you are from this video. One thing I am worried about your house so far - and now that I watched this video of you talking about safety and security is... I believe that a window so close to your front door is not very safe. It look that the distance make it easy for anybody to break the window and reach for the door knob. It is not my intention to criticize you, I am just concerned. I can't wait to see the house complete. My husband and I watch together and admire your endurance and commitment. We used to remodel our houses ourselves and we know how hard it can be.
I think You are very wise to focus on what you are grateful for. That's all it takes to be happy, I think . Besides the other hardships you mentioned, I wonder what homesteaders of old did for poison oak and spider bites.....
Enjoyed the video. Trying to catch up with where you are today. You both have really come a long way in just the short time you've been there. Y'all take care and God bless.
Shame about the break in. A Good servalence camera is the answer. You have one supper family. Love the little girl reminds me of my grand daughter Sara
What did you do to get your goats back, can you say, if not I understand , Love your adventures and you guys , good for you on getting your goats thank Yous Steve Jacquez ,
I feel for you guys, I know it's rough, and then on top of all that you have to deal with Trespassers and thieves that have no respect for other peoples property. You definitely should invest in a German Sheppard, they are awesome and very intelligent. In Vietnam they can smell the VC a long way off, and they are fearless, they will die to protect you guys. Please stay safe. God Bless your whole family.
Hello, I just found your site this evening. I admire what you and your husband are doing and wish you the best. I read some of the comments about getting a dog. At first, I thought that would be a great idea but with your comment of poison oak, I would advise against it because I know that the dog will run everywhere on your property and probably end up encountering the poison oak. Thank you for sharing your story with us and I look forward to watching the rest of the videos.
William Kraft They can work on eradicating the poison oak in the fall when it turns color. I think a couple of guard dogs is a great idea. They will come home every once and a while needing a bath because they tangled with a skunk or had an encounter with a porcupine but between the love and protection you get I think they are well worth the trouble.
Get a German Shepard,we have two and they do the job very well .New subscriber from UK keep up the good work your doing well stay safe and invest in GDs
Omg people suck sometimes.. you both are doing some fantastic things and showing others a different way of life. Keep up all the great work. This has been such an inspiring set of videos:) Thank you:)
Yes! I just found them a few days ago so started at the top, moved to the middle, followed to current and am now starting at the beginning. Amazing what all they've accomplished in such a short time!! 💕
We had ginseng thieves here and there but have taken measures against it and have not seen them since. I don't even want others on my land let alone stealing stuff. Stay safe!
Evacuated tube solar water heaters, this will give you very hot water for most the year and at the end of the day it will be its hottest. This is what I plan to do when I go off grid. Just a thought. Love you guy's great you tube channel.
You are a very capable part of the team ...to be sure... how did you ever get the goats back!!! Who were the culprits?? So glad you love your goats and critters..
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Good morning!! I'm going back and catching up on your first videos and so happy you retrieved your goats! I feel your pain of BAD neighbors!! I'm sure morals and standards, respect and manners were taught in every corner of the world! It's sad that A LOT didn't take time to learn these precious life lessons! See you back in the future...I feel like I'm time traveling!! The kids are so small compared to today!!😂
Patience, fortitude and resolve are just some of your many fine qualities unlike some of those that chose to try and live off others, and cheat and steal. Keep going, you guys have got this 💪✊
I love your positive attitude and your daughter is so beautiful I think what you guys are doing is wonderful living off the grid thank thank you for sharing
Can't forget this day, look how little Eli is, lol 😆 I must say you guys are incredible. To think that you and Josh had No experience building a house 🏘️ A-Frame is amazing to me. Him being an electrician I bet helped a great deal on getting things turned on. You guys made building that A-Frame look easy, I know it wasn't , mistakes were made but still it's just amazing to me. God bless you guys.
Going back and catching up. This is the earliest video I've seen. Only discovered you when Mike Morgan stopped on a recent trip and visited at the cafe a couple weeks ago. Have watched a lot of you since then. BEST WISHES,
This video was shot back in the day when you all lived in the camper. Joss working 10 hour days and yet finishes an A-frame within 2 years. That's dedication. Sorry to hear about the theft issues. When you made this video, you didn't realize how fortunate you would be in 2 years.
Ellie is such an adorable little ham! What a cutie! She will be your successor video creator soon! God bless you all. Stay well and stay safe!
I really connected with what you said in this video. It's given me a boost of confidence with the projects my wife and I have been working on. The way you speak of the true homesteaders and how lucky you feel to have access to water and electricity, even if it's not easy to come by, is how I feel looking at you guys. Going forward I will think of those homesteaders and you guys and the hard work you've done to achieve your goals. Starting to watch your vids from the beginning. Looking forward to watching your adventures.
You guys are the best! You're inspiring, you have great character, I could go on an on! Thank you so much for your honesty from the heart. Today is Feb 6th and you guys have come a long way. Bravo! May all your heart and soul dreams come true! Much love to you and your family.
When I had watched this the first time I didn't comment..mostly because I was mad some idiots did that to you, but will this time to say, anyone else going through this, instead of a guard dog(which isn't the right time for them to get now) get a couple or a few Guinea Fowl, they get real protective of the things on "their land" and make a racket like crazy..almost like a alarm system..if something strange comes around, they also protect kids like crazy, and will fight to the death w/a venomous snake to protect one. They stay in the area, and get along with almost every farm animal..Plus NOTHING cleans pests and parasites better than fowl, they literally don't need to be fed in 3 seasons as they will eat every spider..every tick and so on, so are a great addition to a property.
Great advice ,Guinea fowl sound off loud and long,just what you need.Admire the friendship you two have,what a great example you are for others,We've been married over 40 years,it can be so rewarding and fun.
What you are doing is EPIC I JUST started watching you about a month ago. You and your husband are trail blazers it's unbelievable what you two have accomplished. I respect you more (almost except my dather n mother) than anyone in my life!
NEVER let your guard down!! Always be aware of your surroundings. I am very proud of you both. You are doing it and look at everything you are learning. Good for you!
Your resolve is Amazing I cant even imagine how stressful all that planning must have been you guys are inspiration God Bless 🙏
Been following you for the last year or so and decided to go back to your beginnings on this journey. I really needed to hear your message in this video. I am moving onto my very rural property in about 5 months and there is zero infrastructure, so it was good to hear that it will not be easy. There will be struggles. And that is just part of building the dream. Thank you! You guys have come so far since this video and I'm so happy that it's all going well for you. Keep crushing it. Lifelong fan here.....
Wonderful family, strong love foundation, goals, putting in the work, sacrifices, pushing thru good/bad times together as one, God in the lead...result: Blessings!
I REMEMBER THESE TIMES. LOVE YOU ANNAMAY
I thought I was the only one to train new neighbors with the sounds of freedom.
New viewer, just found you guys a couple days ago.
Actually 1st time poster 😎
So awesome to look back on these and for me they are all new because I just found you in the last couple months July 2022. You have done an awesome job of adjusting and working forward. Well done! I lived off the grid in tipi for 6 months.... I think everyone should just to appreciate the conveniences we have
Finding reasons to be grateful in the face of adversity. Having gratitude. That is what you have in common with homesteaders. A big reason why you have been successful.
It’s sad that we live in this type of world you’re such a beautiful family and your enjoyable to watch and I love watching you and your family thank you very much
Man I feel for you!!! I don't let ppl into my house anymore because when I did they were scoping me out figuring what they
could steal the moment I had to go somewhere all the while smiling and acting the good neighbor routine. I finally came
to the conclusion that if they don't know what I have then they don't know they want to steal it. Works for me even tho some
neighbors might think I'm weird and secluded at least I'm not missing stuff....well they have been taking my flower pots
lately but those are easy to replace. My well wishes go out to you and yours. Me, southern AZ.
We can see how far they have come! Little did they know their dreams are coming true with their hard work. I saw the finished A frame.
Bless your heart I can’t stand a thief. I always worked hard for everything I have and I won’t put up with a thief. I will help people but don’t just steal. I’m glad you guys are ok
The price of Freedom: Constant alertness, constant willingness to fight back. There is no other price.
I agree Kirk. I am an urban dweller in Australia. I am fearful that Western culture has lost sight of this truth. If you drop your vigilance and if you are not willing to defend your freedom you will loose your freedom.
Gary LeLacheur he who would trade freedoms for temporary safety deserve neither.
I can only imagine the feeling of self accomplishment ya'll will have when moving day comes. BTW my wife and I watched your videos back to back yesterday, awesome, with Love from Texas.
Oh that's so good to hear that you got your goats back . So many liars and thieves in this world. Always gotta take precautions against it. Keep your head up fam. These things make you stronger not weaker.
Oh my gosh...i cant stand trespasser and thiefs....glad you got the goats back. Get a German shepherd like my Gabby! She is best guard dog ever. Stay safe you guys.
It was really upsetting! We plan to add some big dogs to the farm but want to get some fencing out up first
Wild Wonderful Off-Grid Dutch has it going on at his place Abby is a good watchdog!
Also can't stand thievery, want something..work for it, I did, and having been the victim of theft(although I'm in a good area now) it makes you feel so violated. But I never buy anything of questionable origin, as if there is no market, it makes it harder on those lowlifes!
I've been going back to the beginning that I missed when u started. So sorry u had this mess with the theft but I bet it spurred u both on to work even harder to prove your points to the neighbors.
Keep on doing what u r doing. Its so exciting to watch from afar.
OMG has it been 6 years since you began this journey. I started watching your channel when covid first started and my job allowed me to work from home. I was interested in those living off grid which is how I found your channel now I feel as though you are my TV family. And look at your homestead now just amazing. A couple of things on my wish list for your are an inground pool and a sawmill to turn all of those trees into lumber you can use.
I've been off grid for 2 yrs in he middle of the woods and trust me there are thieves and scavengers everywhere. Wireless trail cams that go to your phone wih alerts. At least 2 big guard dogs, I have 4.
I wish prosperity and success to your wonderful family! God bless you!
May God bless yo8 and protect your family and property. Watching from Australia. xxx
Just started watching your videos and I love them. I've watched from clearing the land to finishing the roof sheeting. Your "theft on the homestead" video, as disappointing as the theft was, was really interesting to hear. BTW, you and your daughter are just beautiful. Keep up the hard work and videos. FYI, I also have done my time living in an RV, no well or septic, hauling water (in a 250 gallon tote like yours and on a car trailer like yours). But I'm single and not raising kids, goats, chickens, food, etc.
Additional to my first comment, I also built my building while living in the RV. Now I have well, septic and electricity which makes life so much easier. I'm a retired electrician that worked long hours so I can relate to your partner. Thanks, Dean.
Thank you for the kind words! It sounds like you have traveled a very similar path to ours- how cool! You electricians are tough, handy guys!
I watched this after being subscribed for a while. I can definately see a change in you and your confidence, just remember, you can do/survive anything.
Neighbors will prove to be one of your most important assets. Glad you are getting to know them.
How true that is.
If they aren’t the ones coming in uninvited.
We had some theft on our building site too. ReoLink cameras are amazing. You can cover your property with them, they send you alerts when anyone trespasses. Prayers going out for you..
Erin, love all your videos. You are one badass lady. Love your family. Please be careful. Get 2 big dogs. Reality is there are bad people. Stay safe and looking forward to more videos.
Melanie Juson she needs to carry as well
God Bless you and your while family. Stay vigilant. 🙏🏻😞
Clearly a blessing is disguise...encouraged to alter your plans to an amazing A frame...! 😁🙌
Wow... what a journey you started out on xx
Put CCTVs all round your premises !! And your channel deserves a million subscriptions !
God bless you and your beautiful family 💝🌷 thanks for sharing this awesome videos 💞
don't give up i am sure it will get better ya'll are doing a grate thank not much young people that would do what ya'll are doing grate job keep up the good work
Hi there I have enjoyed your video. You have now explained and showed us how you are living well working. Thank you I was worried about where you were living well building. A lovely home to enjoy. Keep us posted on moving in etc. Thank you god bless. Courtice Ontario Canada. Snow up here soon
I'm so sorry that happened to you guys. Hang tough, I think the thieves got the message. If I lived closer to you guys I surely would lend a helping hand. It sounds like you have many good neighbors to help though. God Bless.
My wife and I lived on a sailboat in the Carribean for 5 years. We always would go out on the deck to shower. Freshwater was a valuable item. Rain day was always a pasta day because we could fill the big pot. After you have lived with limited water and even more limited hot water. From now on you always cherish the easy access you have to those items in your new home. Happy and safe building. I'm assuming you are home schooling your children. I've watched most of your video,s but not in order.
Don’t give up u guys are gonna be better off than most U GUYS ARE DOING AN AWESOME JOB!!!!
Wow. I got a good chuckle out of your showering in the rain. My brothers and I used to put up hay for local farmers when we lived in Tennessee. Occasionally, the sky would dump on us at the end of the day. If it did, we got a natural shower. If not, we got our baths in the river. But that was way back in the 70's. Either one sure beats chlorine and flouride soaking into your pours. Kudos to you, Josh. You're a hard workin' young man. Meat chickens? Free range? Dang. I bet they make a great tasting stew. Goats? If ya feed em' good non-gmo grain with molasses and oats, along with a good Alfalfa hay, their milk is fantastic. They also make great burritos. Quite an awesome lean meat. Gotta love it.
In other words, you can’t wait for Josh to be home more & become more of a homesteader… 😀
Being home alone with the children, all day, is stressful.
Who steals someone’s goats, happy you got them back. Some people, gotta hate em. Glad I found you guys ur awesome. You remind me of my life back in the early 90s in Maine. Awesome to vlog ur life with today’s technology. Good luck and god speed, loving the videos ur husband is very very talented.
I'm seeing two beautiful Angels,
In life there are many falls But I'm very sure you guys will make it through and overcome anything
Man that's real aggravating i hope Ya"ll can catch the hoodlums, cowards that don't want to work for a living. Josh and you have too much on your table for this kind of crap! God Bless you and we will be praying!!! If my health permitted i would come up there to help, but you don't know me either. So prayer is all i can offer.I don't know how either of you can work so hard as is is.
*Guard geese... they make excellent and very LOUD guardians! Nearly impossible to sneak past them.* 🤷🏻♀️
God Bless you all.....bad people everywhere is so true. Make sure you both are carrying just in case.
Will, I well always have your
Family in my Pairs, pray to the Big guy in the Sky. And
Keep Lock and loaded. God
Bless all you. Have FUN.......
Stay strong and breath. Yall are doing great.
Erin, I am not a Dentist, but you have teeth to die for!
Don't tell Josh, but you have a infectionest smile.
Love you guys!!! Merry Christmas!
New subscriber all the way from Huntington beach California. Couldn't help but notice your tank top, GO DODGER BLUE!
You got this, you awesome Sister and Brother and little ones!
Guinea chickens work well with letting you know if something on the property is amiss. Dog and/or guineas..... that'll work. I give you both a lot of credit for dealing with rural living. Situational awareness is important for your security. Keep your guns handy.... Oregon is a librat state, but glad you have your firearms !!
I had guineas and they will sound off to anything new that they see. I loved them, some folks say they are too loud. I suggest about 4 and see how you like them!
keep your chin up young lady and don't let anybody get you down these things are sent to try us we went through the same I bought a Rottweiler named Jack lovely dog, and later on, he went for stud and we had the pick of the litter we called his son Rocky and he was just the same temperament as is dad they were great with children and very protective of them but we never got anybody thieving from us I know you have a little dog, but you might in the future think about a dog or dogs that will truly look after you especially at night they can hear, see, and smell much better than we can there is a lot to be said for a good protector you will sleep much better GOD BLESS all of you.
David Riley I know this is old but wow, I can see how upset she is. We had two Chow/Lab (unrelated rescues) who were very protective and great at alerting us when anyone came through our almost always closed gate. Usually it was a friend just stopping by (pre cell phone) but sometimes it was someone who thought it was perfectly fine to open the electric gate (screwing up the mechanism) and come on in. Cameras were expensive at the time but I suspect an older neighbor would see us leave and come over to see what was up. It was disconcerting to know someone had been there while we were gone.
We definitely get in our minds that we're safe and no one will harm us but nowadays it's bad some people will take advantage of anything they can get there hands in. Sorry that happened to yall but glad you got the goats back.
New subscriber here, im in Northern Virginia, about a half hour from the West Virginia line, and it really blew my mind to see some down home folks cutting out a homestead in my neck of the woods!!!! I wish you guys couldve caught those goat thieves and delt with em yourself. Tragic that you had to deal with those P.O.S. at all, but so early in setting up. Looking forward to following along, and thank you guys for letting us in on your life, because you guys are close, im really stoked to see more from you. I do wish your whole family the very best!!!!!!
How unfortunate..glad you guys got your babies back!
#LIVE&LEARN
#STAYSTRONG
#BESAFE
Get 2 guard dogs and don't let anyone touch them but the family.
Well said and a few good guns. No place for thieves but in the ground.
The Loose Moose, German shepherds don’t take kindly to strangers on their property.
I had a pair of Great Pyrenees and they kept people honest. I thought they would eat me out of house and home but they did not eat any more than regular dogs. The female was especially a great dog!
We have been homesteading for 14 years now, with no running water, no electricity, so I know what you are dealing with. I love it though. We moved two years to a different home stead and recently now twice we gave had men on our property trying to break in our camper and the poisoned our dog. We do have deer cam's up and the police won't do anything about them. We also have no trespassing signs up. So we will have to take care of ourselves. It is great you have some great neighbors
That is not a man that's poisons a dog! Hit him with a shovel then take him to the Sherriff!
I cant stand a thief. We bought a new property with a big shop using for storage and planning on building a home too. Long story short someone tried ro break in they failed but webhad our wake up call installed security system and cameras. It suck that we have to take such measures to protect what we aork hard for. Love your videos!
How far you have all come ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I just started to follow you and I have seen how far ahead you are from this video. One thing I am worried about your house so far - and now that I watched this video of you talking about safety and security is... I believe that a window so close to your front door is not very safe. It look that the distance make it easy for anybody to break the window and reach for the door knob. It is not my intention to criticize you, I am just concerned. I can't wait to see the house complete. My husband and I watch together and admire your endurance and commitment. We used to remodel our houses ourselves and we know how hard it can be.
You’re beautiful inside and out! Keep up
I think You are very wise to focus on what you are grateful for. That's all it takes to be happy, I think . Besides the other hardships you mentioned, I wonder what homesteaders of old did for poison oak and spider bites.....
Bless y'all.
Kia kaha. Stand strong. Love this family.
Most High bless you both and protect you...and the whole family! Amen! 💪🏼🌬🍃
Edit: You are such a resilient woman...keep that spirit.
thank you for sharing
Enjoyed the video. Trying to catch up with where you are today. You both have really come a long way in just the short time you've been there. Y'all take care and God bless.
Shame about the break in. A Good servalence camera is the answer. You have one supper family. Love the little girl reminds me of my grand daughter Sara
Sorry about the scare for sure,,,, But I just love your baby girl's smile !!!!
😊 her smile makes us melt! 💜
Hi, glad to hear you got the goats back, did they catch the thieves?. Good to hear you have some good neighbours. 👍
Nice family. Good neighbors will help with the bad. They know who they are. Best of luck.
What did you do to get your goats back, can you say, if not I understand , Love your adventures and you guys , good for you on getting your goats thank Yous Steve Jacquez ,
I feel for you guys, I know it's rough, and then on top of all that you have to deal with Trespassers and thieves that have no respect for other peoples property. You definitely should invest in a German Sheppard, they are awesome and very intelligent. In Vietnam they can smell the VC a long way off, and they are fearless, they will die to protect you guys. Please stay safe. God Bless your whole family.
Hello, I just found your site this evening. I admire what you and your husband are doing and wish you the best. I read some of the comments about getting a dog. At first, I thought that would be a great idea but with your comment of poison oak, I would advise against it because I know that the dog will run everywhere on your property and probably end up encountering the poison oak. Thank you for sharing your story with us and I look forward to watching the rest of the videos.
William Kraft They can work on eradicating the poison oak in the fall when it turns color. I think a couple of guard dogs is a great idea. They will come home every once and a while needing a bath because they tangled with a skunk or had an encounter with a porcupine but between the love and protection you get I think they are well worth the trouble.
Great perspective at the end Erin.
Get a German Shepard,we have two and they do the job very well .New subscriber from UK keep up the good work your doing well stay safe and invest in GDs
I feel sad you are excellent people and very hard worker
Omg people suck sometimes.. you both are doing some fantastic things and showing others a different way of life. Keep up all the great work. This has been such an inspiring set of videos:) Thank you:)
God bless you guys. I will keep following and pray for you.
Sheila Rogers thank you so much! Your love and support means a ton to us!
I dont know I did find you....but love your vlogs...stay safe family
More fans of WWOG need to go back to Josh and Erin's youtube beginning to see just how very real their family homesteading story is.
Yes! I just found them a few days ago so started at the top, moved to the middle, followed to current and am now starting at the beginning. Amazing what all they've accomplished in such a short time!! 💕
That is sad about the theft. My heart is with you. Stay strong Erin you can do it. Luv ya.
We had ginseng thieves here and there but have taken measures against it and have not seen them since. I don't even want others on my land let alone stealing stuff. Stay safe!
your family is amazing i watch you both build your home i wish you both well an GOD SPEED
Lol I just wrote this giant comment on here saying how mad and bla bla so long lol so I deleted and just say don't worry about it and be happy you two
There seem to be bad people no matter where you go. Protect you and your babies. I’m sorry that happened to you.
Evacuated tube solar water heaters, this will give you very hot water for most the year and at the end of the day it will be its hottest. This is what I plan to do when I go off grid. Just a thought. Love you guy's great you tube channel.
Be safe, be strong!
If you want a good guard dog that is also great with kids get a shelty. A Shetland sheep dog
Stay safe out there it certainly has is drawbacks living like that. Much love take care
You are a very capable part of the team ...to be sure... how did you ever get the goats back!!! Who were the culprits?? So glad you love your goats and critters..