I'm feeling so THANKFUL for all your support!! 🧡It is so lovely to be reminded that we are never alone, and I will go through the messages with time, checking out the links you sent me and also thanks for offering to come and help! Yay, have a great day! 🦎🌻
That's great. I love painting. How about doing painting workshops online. That would be great. You have beautiful nature there. And an art plein air would be amazing.
What a great idea Maya, to ask volunteers and set up patrion Maya would you consider adopting a doggie, that would be good security and a an excellent companion. Your doing a grand job clearing land single-handed. Hope these volunteers arrive soon. 🙏 💚
Good Morning Maya and warmest greetings from an unusually hot UK. I was sorry to hear that you were struggling with off grid life....BUT my hope and prayers for you are that you will be able to stay on your piece of paradise and I think a short work break in Austria would be beneficial...I say Austria because I lived in Vienna for several years ...lol. Please do not give up on your dream.......the fact that you have reached out ...I am sure you will attract support and volunteers very soon...I love your vlogs!!!!! Big Hug from UK !!!
Don't give up Maya, your doing an awesome job with the property. You could get a wood chipper and use it to mulch the branches you cut. Use the wood chips for your garden. I live on 20 acres in Washington State, I understand how intimidating it can be to up keep everything. My husband is gone at work all day so that leaves me to do pretty much everything. I just keep in mind that the finished product is going to be beautiful. Also love your little happy dance when you have finished a project. Keep up the good work and looking forward to the next video.
Hi Maya, my name is Cressida and I live 4km from the river beach in your video. I’ve been here for 5 years and was also doing it on my own so understand how it can be overwhelming and understand what you’re experiencing! If you’d like to meet up for a coffee, pop over to my place here or just chat I’d really like that. Not sure how to message you directly….but I hope this finds its way to you….
What ur going thru reminds me of the children's story titled, The boy, the mole, the fox, and the horse....when the boy lost his way in the woods and he became distraught at not knowing which way to go...he said, “I can’t see a way through." Then the horse replied, " Can you see your next step? Yes.said the boy, "..Just take that." Sometimes we get overwhelmed with step number 1000....just enjoy each day and just take that next step...you'll eventually get there :)
Hi Maya, it’s quite normal and human to feel down from time to time, don’t worry about it too much, my advice is to get a dog and a cat, they will give you love and affection more than people and you do have a beautiful soul and big strength to continue your big project!Keep the faith and move on step by step!lots of blessings to you 🙏🤗
Hi Maya, thanks for this week’s video. Living alone and taking care of so many things is really difficult. The beach you found is frequently visited by other TH-camrs who also moved to Portugal (I’ve seen it on their videos) so there may be some living not too far away from you that you could get in touch with for community and mutual support. I’m thinking in particular of ‘Ok.Portugal’ and ‘Frankie off grid’ who seem to be lovely people and live in central Portugal, although I cant be sure how far away they be from you. That’s the name of the channels and also their instagram account so you should be able to message them. It may be a good idea to contact some of them as there is now a large community of people like yourself living in central Portugal and they may be able to direct you to people who are close by. I’m enjoying your videos and hope you continue to enjoy the rest of the summer there.
For me, its an exercise in humility and patience. I also had to realise that I cannot do everything at once. So I am watching the weeds regrow when I work on my house and see stagnation in the construction when I attend to my land. And its always important to take some days off and explore Portugal or visit friends to keep my spirits up. When the summer tourists have left its ideal for a few days visits in the whole country. As for spending the winter in Germany or so, its probably a good idea until you have a well insulated heatable space. And then return in spring with a load of new ideas, energy and building stuff 😉
I can understand how you would feel overwhelmed. I think you are doing amazing. My wish for you is to find peace and resolve in this undertaking. I see your eagerness and passion and hopefully you will get some volunteers to relieve some of the pressure you are feeling. All the best to you Maya 🙏
Hey Maya, i cut all the Ivy down below and wait till it dropped its leaves and the wood is dried out. Its much easier to pull them down. It will take a couple of month though. Warm Greetings, Bertine ✨🌱 Good job btw 😉
Hi Maya, having volunteers is a good suggestion. I'm happy to spend a time helping you and in return get knowledge about Portugal and getting a piece of land myself. I'm in my 50's electrician and do offgrid installations. I'm driving down in October to visit Cindy Wine ( BelaPedra Finca)and more people. Tell me how we can get in contact... Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
You just needed a break!! Just keep the faith and start listening to Praise and Worship music!!! I love Lauren Daigles song, especially the song called You Say !! Listen to it Maya ,you want be disappointed ❤😎🙏✝️🔥
Yep. It is difficult to be alone. The mind and emotions can play games. Regarding tasks, I really advocate ‘one thing at a time, one day at a time, slowly’. Refuse to look too far ahead. Focus on mindfulness - looking at and reflecting on things outside yourself. Practice being thankful. I’m sure you do try these things. The videos show this. Be thankful for the small things. These sorts of things help mood. Also, I guess as the honeymoon phase wanes it is natural a level of depression follows which will no doubt lift as life develops more of a routine. I think winter proofing the cabin is a task to be planning. God bless.
I 've listened to you and I can fully understand your general worries. If I were you I would concentrate on one priority at a time. For instance on one of the ruin that could be your future insulated home. And then il would be much easier to look at another project. I hope this very simple solution can help.
Please don’t give up, I look forward to your calming videos but only you know what is best for you, the idea of isolation sounds wonderful but will drive anyone bonkers after a while!
Good morning Maya, it is really good that you reach out and vocalise the realities of your adventure. We are social animals and our face to face silent and verbalised dialogue with fellow humans is fundamental to our mental and emotional health. I wonder if it is possible to organise or participate in a local community of like minded people? Maybe have a timetable of work share socilaising activities on each others properties!?? No doubt you have already pondered on this option. Best wishes.
@@mayafeliz Good luck! If I understand correctly, you said you are an architect? I am sure you could trade drawings or advice to help others in their projects, for what ever help your require? Sounds from what you say about feeling overwhelmed, that mabye it is time for you to go strategic and create a project plan, with realistically timed, manageable and deliverable stages? Taking time to plan is never wasted time. Sorry If I am intruding. Again, best wishes.
Wish I could help you because I am a professional gardener and biologist. If dogs are welcome I might come to support. These days I am busy here in Germany with my own gardening. Keep up the great work. There I can even imagine you in the future laughing with your own children.
Hi again Maya! I know all the work you're doing is very exhausting. I've cleared several large properties in my life and each one made me feel like an old man at times, even the first one I did when I was 20, very energetic and much stronger than I am now lol. The end result is worth it though, every time. I understand loneliness too. The last 5 years most days, the only talking I did was to my cat and to God. Now I'm making plans to move - again, and begun life all over, in a new country, buying land and doing whatever is necessary to make it look like yours. I'm from America (Texas), have already lived in Europe, next I'll head the opposite direction, to southeast Asia, to what I think is the most beautiful country in the world. I'm sure this will be my last move. I already have around 50 friends living there so hopefully I will not be so lonely there. For sure, I will be very busy lol.
Maya, You have accomplished sooo much! You are on the right track with your property and seeking ways to fund your goals + get help. I think it’s important to have a vision and to establish goals for each month or quarter and for the year. Then you can appreciate your progress more and not feel so overwhelmed. As for your social life, have you thought of having a regular gathering of local artists or farmers? Everyone can contribute a dish and you can get to know and enjoy one another. I admire and support your endeavor. Wishing you the best! 💕💕💕 PS It appears you could use a wood chipper. 🌸
si buscaste,un sitio,como este,es precisamente, es para encontrar buscar un poco de paz,de tranquilidad,tienes un sitio,propicio,para tener tiempo de meditacion,,lo que debes tener es tranquilidad,no te puedes,hechar,a los hombros cargas,que no puedes llevar,porque si vas a correr,a vivir,al mismo ritmo de vida,de una ciudad,grande,con afanes,con,metas,muy definidas,te vas a cansar
se que a medida,que vaya pasando el tiempo,el progreso,de remodelacion,de tener,al proncipio lo necesario,cuando llegues,te vas a sentir,que todo valio la pena,en la vida,por lo general,cuando uno comienza,un proyecto de vida,siempre habran tropiezos,dificultades,preocupaciones,desalientos etc,pero todo esto hace parte,de llagar a el exito,
Ah Maya, you have taken a huge step in purchasing this beautiful land and I have no doubt it can sometimes feel very overwhelming, but remember that you have just started on this journey and things are still young. There’s so much care that needs to be put into that space as Nature has taken over and it can feel hard to catch up, but small steps go a long way.. just look at the amazing work you have already done in such a short time.. something to be proud of breathing love and life back into that place x and looking into getting volunteers over sounds like the best idea.. my brother did that with his girlfriend, they travelled all over the place doing work away jobs and met so many lovely people while also being able to travel more affordably. I just bought an old ruin in central p too and think that might be what I will try too as it’s a nice transaction of needs, food and shelter for a little work. And yes the loneliness can be hard.. I feel the same sometimes, love spending time by myself but sometimes miss having friends close by to have a catch up with.. I have only been here less than a year and slowly getting to know people in the area, other foreigners and Portuguese, and you will too..give it time. The suggestion of reaching out to OkPortugal and Frankie Off Grid is a great one as they look like lush people. Keep your head up, and wow you saw an otter?! How beautiful is that place with so much nature at your doorstep 🦋🌿🌻xxx
I noticed some sound problems in the video, starting with the road trip. Did it happen by intention ? - If so, it seems you deleted too much of the sound ? Maybe you could fix it if you still have the original tracks. Anyway, I'm from the future - so it was no big deal in hindsight. And by the way, to the Maya from the past, you will recover well from your down. 😅
Your place is enchanted Maya! Dont give up! there is a wonderful community of expats in Portugal doing the same a you. I hope you reach out to them , they seem such wonderful helpful people. They may have good tips for you re: the land and buildings. Some are new like you , others have been there a few years. Dont let yourself get too lonely!! Go into the village for a coffee and a chat. Best wishes for the US!😊
Maya, there is no substitute for human interaction, however, a doggy is the best next thing.he/she will keep you company and make excellent companions always being at your side.
Awww.. The whole world is suffering from lonliness... wow, Alders.. We only have very small ones here.. Experiment w coppice and pollarding... I just bought a new trimmer... All electric.. I don't like EV cars.. But love the tools.. This new 40v is great.. I will buy more tools.. Ooo, They have a nice 40v stainless kettle.. And a stone saw (80v).i am part of an offgrid co-op property i will probably end there..
I love watching your videos Maya they remind me of when I lived in Germany for 11 years, so close to nature and I was always happiest on my own exploring and fishing. Now I'm a lot older and not sure I could do it again but I would certainly have a try if the opportunity arose. Best wishes from Thailand
I'm going to Portugal looking for land, social life and information for the future living. I'm coming in October. I'll be happy to visit you Maya, learn and give you a hand. Get some tips and learning about Portugal. I'm also having contact with Cindy Wine from Finca Bela Pedra in CB area Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
I'm afraid you are facing the reality of property ownership in Portugal: hard work & hardship. Repeat & repeat & repeat. The undergrowh needs to be cut twice, sometimes three times a year. Never ending job. And you also need a good source of income to spend on it. That's why so many properties in Portugal were abandoned, you need to earn money elsewhere to be able to maintain a property like yours, and most properties don't give back any income, not even enough to pay the annual local tax. But if you haven't passed a winter in your property yet, you have only experienced the "easy life". Winters in Portugal can be cold & damp, your property seems like a damp trap. Renovating it will be more expensive than building a brand new house, and it'll never have the confort of modern insulation, and will require permanent maintenace, ask any builder, they'll give you a quotation for free. You said you borrowed money to buy it, and I can tell you, you'll need at least 100,000 Euros to renovate it. More if you have to pay someone to carry all materials by hand, from the road. By comparison, building a new house with all mod cons, can cost around 500 Euros per square meter, depending on choice of materials.
Puoi comprarti una piccola sega a batteria , farai meno fatica più lavoro in meno tempo, le puoi trovare nelle catene LIDL, non so se ci siano in Portogallo sicuramente ci sono in Germania, sono a buon prezzo.
Boa tarde! Thank you for sharing your feelings on the difficulties of being alone and facing what seems like an endless set of tasks. It would seem fake if it were all 🌈 & 🦋 ! I hope you see from the comments that you have a lot of support. 💕 Everyone can see that you have much to do, and have to prioritize work over answering questions. We’re here because we love watching what you’re doing, in your own style. I love your creativity & that it’s different from other channels. Your videos get better every week! 🙌🏽 Love that you are helping the trees be healthier by proving them and freeing them of the invasive vines that strangle trees. Once upon a time, there were more wild animals to do this, but now it needs to be done manually. I taught a uni class on forest fires and healthy forest management. Unfortunately, too many introduced/non-native trees & plants + loss of wildlife = more work for humans to manage what was once done naturally. Please take care of yourself & take needed breaks into town for some human interaction. We want to see you continue your journey with continued joy. 💕 You’re doing amazing! Looking forward to your next video. Bom fim de semana! 🌺
Hi M G, thanks a lot for your kind words, I appreciate it a lot.🌸 It is interesting that wild animals used to do this cleaning work before 😀 All the best to you💕
Thanks for this video Maya. Oh humans! You run here and there looking for ''Atlantis''. How long? Green grass, woodlands, and sea views doesn't fill the void in your soul. You were designed to have a relationship with the creator of those things. You cannot ignore God and have life. In His desperation to reach you, He sent His one and only son, innocent like a lamb, to die on a cross like a criminal, to reach you. Maya, listen to me, if you can find him, If you can find Jesus Christ, then all of the mysteries of life, all the conspiracies deployed by governments, the military industrial complex, dishonest science and scornful friends for thousands of years, to bury this truth will become clear. Then you will find life in this life and the next, because I am not asking you to believe a fairy tale, but the Truth that can be investigated, read and reasoned with. I hope this message reaches you in your soul Maya.
you should plant cover crops like clover or similar on the terraces where you've removed the ferns -this will protect the soil and draw down rain to store in the soil during rainy seasons.
Hi Maia nice to see you . Please don’t give up you doing a nice job and you can do all the same time. Go to Germany in the winter is good idea and back in spring , with new ideas. I think you can make some friends nearby and socialising l reed one Lady her name is Cressida want to meet you.You like paint you can do and sell them.
Now for a German lass in her 30's 40's I would have thought you would have had folks lining up to help you get the jist of the land but seems I am misled and you like me prefer singleton lifestyle?
You need a four wheeler to drag all your brush. I live in the mountains and cleared all my land for my place and I know it’s not cheap was just my advice.
I like all the features for managing the water at the site, and thanks for sharing that your education is in architecture, i like your show and the wiggling!
been watching with interest what you have been doing as have thought to try the same thing , i like you have forest and shade plus the river etc , was interested in knowing what you intend doing with land buildings etc and what skills you are looking for to help etc maybe outline some of it so people know how what as i presume you have no biulding skills or money to get the work done etc and maybe move some rocks around in the river to give you more water depth to wash in etc not a dam , hope this helps as interested on your journey etc ,
Hi maya If I wasn’t so far away from you I would’ve loved to come out and help you such a beautiful land you are doing a great job love watching your progress I bought my first house on my own and I bought it as is and it was a mess but now after 13yrs it looks so much better keep up the amazing work
Beautiful Channel 😍 Am a New Subscriber! You got a Beautiful Place #Harmonious ☘️ in Nature Wow! Great to watch you while working hard @same time you're an entertainer😁 having fun 🎉 Very few off Grid Channels like yours, that you're Unique, specially, I love you're enjoying #Music & dancing! 🎶 Just my style 💕 You like cutting Grass though haha! 😂 So much fun ! #Blessings & #Success 🏖️
It's a big project. Sometimes just take small steps. And wear a hat! I've lived in pt for over 25 years and I know what the weather does to your skin. The sun causes skin cancer if you don't protect yourself. You have a beautiful place!
Alcohol and/or class A/B drugs is what most of us use to help cope with things. I'm not recommending any of these but it's the reality for the majority of people. I am working my way through a bottle of Jameson whiskey whilst I watch and thoroughly enjoying myself. Thanks for your content, I think you're great.
@@JazzFunkNobby1964 Other people's choices are fine with me, but then when alcholics & drug addicts knowingly trash their health, they should not have same free access to healthcare as the rest of us who consider good healh more precious than easy pleasures. Everyone should look after their health. Go easy on that whiskey, your liver won't last forever. Look after it. Show appreciation for those who work hard in healthcare to keep us healthy. There are not enough of them as it is, if everyone decides not to look after themselves, we'd need a lot more doctors, nurses, and specialists.
Hi Maya, we all get down from time to time, so keep your chin up, you are a very positive person, and confident. If you weren’t you could not have started on this journey. Remember we love ❤️ watching your videos. Tony xxx
Hi Maya l love your channel, your place is beautiful yes a lot of work for one person but you are very lucky and blessed to have such magical land and that water source, maybe get a dog for company and for protecting you and the land and as others have said reaching out to others of like mind, sending hugs
Dear Maya, you're doing a wonderful task but is very hard work, be careful not to hurt yourself!!! Your land is really beautiful!!! See your next time!!!! I jutst found you!!!
Great video Maya, So glad that you've started a patreon and reaching out for volunteers etc this will help massively! Also you're bound to get down from time to time we all do and you do have a big task, however you have done LOADS more than most people would have done and on your own! It's Amazing! So don't be hard on yourself! You'll get it done in no time at all Im sure and however long each project takes its creation fantastic content that will I'm time earn you money and that can go towards the farm also so it's a win win, "Rome wasn't built in a day" as the saying goes! So just enjoy the experience and I know being on your own can be lovely at times of you're a people person I totally get that, but it won't be for long I'm sure and in the meantime just use that alone time/turn it to your advantage/use the freedom. Stay strong you got this! 👍💪❤️ Cheers from London England 👍😎🏴
keep smiling Maya, I am just starting out on an offgrid project in France and at times it can be lonely, if you ever fancy a break by all means drop in if you are ever passing through and I would also happily give you a hand for a few weeks in Portugal. love the channel so keep smiling and stay positive. Jase
Just stumbled across your channel, what a great job! My younger brother has bought a place in Portugal & has his own TH-cam channel "Part Time Portugal" I'm proud of what his done but the job you've done is also great, an inspiration! Will keep watching.
Greetings Maya, I just found your channel and want to share how impressed I am with you! Embrace your feelings and they are real…take breaks, and reflect on your vision. I hope to sell everything and do something like you have done. I’m interested in Spain and Portugal. What part of Portugal is this? I would love to find riverfront property.
You need a Sawzall. It's a reciprocating saw that will cut anything. It's battery operated as well so you can take it out in the woods. If you decide to buy one make sure you get 1 that comes with both wood blades in different sizes and metal blades in different sizes. I love mine.❤
Maya, your an architect. Get creative with what Nature and Portugal and the history around you has given you and is right in your face. Create your destiny, you chose to be where you are when you bought the property. With Patrion , buy a chainsaw and safety gear, enquire with the local government office if you can have beavers, cut down the eucalyptus for money and plant local species or redwoods that help stop the fires in the future, connect with the community and ask for help, rent out your land in parcels as you clear for grazing and permaculture, help and local advice is there, you only have to ask xx
I met your latest videos, but just finding the older ones...such a nice area...with a river...and the events of not being cared for a long time...nice tall trees....so much to work on, as a scout and learning in own life...a day at a time and making plans also in order, it sure helped me in being less anxious, nervous or discouraged....and you just doing the same 🎉 soon it will be more and more pleasant 😊
Hi! I have watched your vlog for a little while and I honestly like what you've done in your land. I admire how bubbly , how strong and brave you are living alone in your big & wide land. Keep safe , stay healthy.
You live in a nice pace. Land maintenance takes a while to get it under control. But your place is rewarding. Your young and have still the power. Take it one at a time. I dont Know which place you are living. But there are nice things to do You can join walking groups to learn the land. Thats what I did....and living nice in a remote place. Enjoy the good living in Portugal its a great place to be.
Good morning beautiful it’s always good to hear your voice and see your pretty face A little encouragement our mine is our biggest enemy what we meditate on we must change the way we think and it will change the way we feel and if we change the way we feel it will change the way we act so stop beating yourself up you must realize you are a free moral agent You only have one try at this life To enjoy the rainbow you must first enjoy the rain ❤️wowwwww Looks like you were on top of the world looking over those mountains❤️ always remember 💪YOU CAN DO IT 💪👍✌️🤙❤️🇵🇹❤️
I see there on the trees ivy (hedera helix) which you cut on the bottom. This ivy is not bothering usually tree they coexist. Advantage of leaving ivy alive on the tree is that ivy will stay green in the winter and it love shade. I have this on my birch trees for last 15 years and both plants are fine. It s roots are only cling on surface of the tree not going to heartwood. I can imagine that such enormous work is overwhelming. Perhaps there will be one time I could come to Portugal to find my place and perhaps also help you a bit as volunteer :)
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I'm feeling so THANKFUL for all your support!! 🧡It is so lovely to be reminded that we are never alone, and I will go through the messages with time, checking out the links you sent me and also thanks for offering to come and help! Yay, have a great day! 🦎🌻
Yes, we are never alone. 💕💕💕
Always believe, we are struggling also but never lose pur hope
You are not alone Maya. My Lord is always watching over you.
I love to draw also. Your painting is awesome.
That's great. I love painting. How about doing painting workshops online. That would be great. You have beautiful nature there. And an art plein air would be amazing.
What a great idea Maya, to ask volunteers and set up patrion
Maya would you consider adopting a doggie, that would be good security and a an excellent companion.
Your doing a grand job clearing land single-handed. Hope these volunteers arrive soon. 🙏 💚
Thanks! 😊
Good Morning Maya and warmest greetings from an unusually hot UK. I was sorry to hear that you were struggling with off grid life....BUT my hope and prayers for you are that you will be able to stay on your piece of paradise and I think a short work break in Austria would be beneficial...I say Austria because I lived in Vienna for several years ...lol. Please do not give up on your dream.......the fact that you have reached out ...I am sure you will attract support and volunteers very soon...I love your vlogs!!!!! Big Hug from UK !!!
Thank you 🌺 for all the good wishes. Yay Vienna! 😄
Don't give up Maya, your doing an awesome job with the property. You could get a wood chipper and use it to mulch the branches you cut. Use the wood chips for your garden. I live on 20 acres in Washington State, I understand how intimidating it can be to up keep everything. My husband is gone at work all day so that leaves me to do pretty much everything. I just keep in mind that the finished product is going to be beautiful. Also love your little happy dance when you have finished a project. Keep up the good work and looking forward to the next video.
Hi Maya, my name is Cressida and I live 4km from the river beach in your video. I’ve been here for 5 years and was also doing it on my own so understand how it can be overwhelming and understand what you’re experiencing! If you’d like to meet up for a coffee, pop over to my place here or just chat I’d really like that. Not sure how to message you directly….but I hope this finds its way to you….
Hi Cressida, I'd love that! Thanks for getting in touch. Please send an email to mayafeliz.info@gmail.com if you like 🥳
What ur going thru reminds me of the children's story titled, The boy, the mole, the fox, and the horse....when the boy lost his way in the woods and he became distraught at not knowing which way to go...he said, “I can’t see a way through." Then the horse replied, " Can you see your next step? Yes.said the boy, "..Just take that."
Sometimes we get overwhelmed with step number 1000....just enjoy each day and just take that next step...you'll eventually get there :)
Hi Maya, it’s quite normal and human to feel down from time to time, don’t worry about it too much, my advice is to get a dog and a cat, they will give you love and affection more than people and you do have a beautiful soul and big strength to continue your big project!Keep the faith and move on step by step!lots of blessings to you 🙏🤗
Hi Maya, thanks for this week’s video. Living alone and taking care of so many things is really difficult. The beach you found is frequently visited by other TH-camrs who also moved to Portugal (I’ve seen it on their videos) so there may be some living not too far away from you that you could get in touch with for community and mutual support. I’m thinking in particular of ‘Ok.Portugal’ and ‘Frankie off grid’ who seem to be lovely people and live in central Portugal, although I cant be sure how far away they be from you. That’s the name of the channels and also their instagram account so you should be able to message them. It may be a good idea to contact some of them as there is now a large community of people like yourself living in central Portugal and they may be able to direct you to people who are close by. I’m enjoying your videos and hope you continue to enjoy the rest of the summer there.
th-cam.com/video/zObRxXv6JhA/w-d-xo.html May also be relevant to reach out to.
Thank you!! I'll contact them. Hope you also enjoy your summer 😊
Maya please dont become discouraged, you have excelled everyone that I've known for laboring hard, your admiring friend!
For me, its an exercise in humility and patience. I also had to realise that I cannot do everything at once. So I am watching the weeds regrow when I work on my house and see stagnation in the construction when I attend to my land. And its always important to take some days off and explore Portugal or visit friends to keep my spirits up. When the summer tourists have left its ideal for a few days visits in the whole country.
As for spending the winter in Germany or so, its probably a good idea until you have a well insulated heatable space. And then return in spring with a load of new ideas, energy and building stuff 😉
One step at a time 🙏
❤ You rock Maya! Brave, innovative, so hard working and inspirational. ❤
I can understand how you would feel overwhelmed. I think you are doing amazing. My wish for you is to find peace and resolve in this undertaking. I see your eagerness and passion and hopefully you will get some volunteers to relieve some of the pressure you are feeling. All the best to you Maya 🙏
Hey Maya, i cut all the Ivy down below and wait till it dropped its leaves and the wood is dried out. Its much easier to pull them down. It will take a couple of month though.
Warm Greetings, Bertine ✨🌱
Good job btw 😉
Hi Maya, having volunteers is a good suggestion. I'm happy to spend a time helping you and in return get knowledge about Portugal and getting a piece of land myself. I'm in my 50's electrician and do offgrid installations.
I'm driving down in October to visit Cindy Wine ( BelaPedra Finca)and more people. Tell me how we can get in contact... Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
Great offer👍
Hi Rickard, thank you so much for your offer, you can send me an email to mayafeliz.info@gmail.com to get in touch 🤗
You just needed a break!! Just keep the faith and start listening to Praise and Worship music!!! I love Lauren Daigles song, especially the song called You Say !! Listen to it Maya ,you want be disappointed ❤😎🙏✝️🔥
Yep. It is difficult to be alone. The mind and emotions can play games. Regarding tasks, I really advocate ‘one thing at a time, one day at a time, slowly’. Refuse to look too far ahead. Focus on mindfulness - looking at and reflecting on things outside yourself. Practice being thankful. I’m sure you do try these things. The videos show this. Be thankful for the small things. These sorts of things help mood. Also, I guess as the honeymoon phase wanes it is natural a level of depression follows which will no doubt lift as life develops more of a routine. I think winter proofing the cabin is a task to be planning. God bless.
Yes, that's a good idea. Taking in all that is beautiful here 😍
I 've listened to you and I can fully understand your general worries. If I were you I would concentrate on one priority at a time. For instance on one of the ruin that could be your future insulated home. And then il would be much easier to look at another project. I hope this very simple solution can help.
Thank you💜
Please don’t give up, I look forward to your calming videos but only you know what is best for you, the idea of isolation sounds wonderful but will drive anyone bonkers after a while!
Good morning Maya, it is really good that you reach out and vocalise the realities of your adventure. We are social animals and our face to face silent and verbalised dialogue with fellow humans is fundamental to our mental and emotional health. I wonder if it is possible to organise or participate in a local community of like minded people? Maybe have a timetable of work share socilaising activities on each others properties!?? No doubt you have already pondered on this option. Best wishes.
Good evening, thank you. That is a fabulous idea, I will try it out! ☺️
@@mayafeliz Good luck! If I understand correctly, you said you are an architect? I am sure you could trade drawings or advice to help others in their projects, for what ever help your require? Sounds from what you say about feeling overwhelmed, that mabye it is time for you to go strategic and create a project plan, with realistically timed, manageable and deliverable stages? Taking time to plan is never wasted time. Sorry If I am intruding. Again, best wishes.
You're a fine artist!!!❤😎💕
Wish I could help you because I am a professional gardener and biologist. If dogs are welcome I might come to support. These days I am busy here in Germany with my own gardening. Keep up the great work. There I can even imagine you in the future laughing with your own children.
Awww thanks 💙 All the best for your garden!
Hi Maya another you tube couple in your area are Luke and Sarah’s off grid life, they are so lovely, I’m sure you’d get on 😊
Hi again Maya!
I know all the work you're doing is very exhausting. I've cleared several large properties in my life and each one made me feel like an old man at times, even the first one I did when I was 20, very energetic and much stronger than I am now lol. The end result is worth it though, every time.
I understand loneliness too. The last 5 years most days, the only talking I did was to my cat and to God.
Now I'm making plans to move - again, and begun life all over, in a new country, buying land and doing whatever is necessary to make it look like yours.
I'm from America (Texas), have already lived in Europe, next I'll head the opposite direction, to southeast Asia, to what I think is the most beautiful country in the world. I'm sure this will be my last move. I already have around 50 friends living there so hopefully I will not be so lonely there. For sure, I will be very busy lol.
Maya, You have accomplished sooo much! You are on the right track with your property and seeking ways to fund your goals + get help. I think it’s important to have a vision and to establish goals for each month or quarter and for the year. Then you can appreciate your progress more and not feel so overwhelmed. As for your social life, have you thought of having a regular gathering of local artists or farmers? Everyone can contribute a dish and you can get to know and enjoy one another. I admire and support your endeavor. Wishing you the best! 💕💕💕
PS It appears you could use a wood chipper. 🌸
yep , (local) networking , after : shelter, water and food , is a priority.
si buscaste,un sitio,como este,es precisamente, es para encontrar buscar un poco de paz,de tranquilidad,tienes un sitio,propicio,para tener tiempo de meditacion,,lo que debes tener es tranquilidad,no te puedes,hechar,a los hombros cargas,que no puedes llevar,porque si vas a correr,a vivir,al mismo ritmo de vida,de una ciudad,grande,con afanes,con,metas,muy definidas,te vas a cansar
se que a medida,que vaya pasando el tiempo,el progreso,de remodelacion,de tener,al proncipio lo necesario,cuando llegues,te vas a sentir,que todo valio la pena,en la vida,por lo general,cuando uno comienza,un proyecto de vida,siempre habran tropiezos,dificultades,preocupaciones,desalientos etc,pero todo esto hace parte,de llagar a el exito,
Ah Maya, you have taken a huge step in purchasing this beautiful land and I have no doubt it can sometimes feel very overwhelming, but remember that you have just started on this journey and things are still young. There’s so much care that needs to be put into that space as Nature has taken over and it can feel hard to catch up, but small steps go a long way.. just look at the amazing work you have already done in such a short time.. something to be proud of breathing love and life back into that place x
and looking into getting volunteers over sounds like the best idea.. my brother did that with his girlfriend, they travelled all over the place doing work away jobs and met so many lovely people while also being able to travel more affordably. I just bought an old ruin in central p too and think that might be what I will try too as it’s a nice transaction of needs, food and shelter for a little work.
And yes the loneliness can be hard.. I feel the same sometimes, love spending time by myself but sometimes miss having friends close by to have a catch up with.. I have only been here less than a year and slowly getting to know people in the area, other foreigners and Portuguese, and you will too..give it time. The suggestion of reaching out to OkPortugal and Frankie Off Grid is a great one as they look like lush people.
Keep your head up, and wow you saw an otter?! How beautiful is that place with so much nature at your doorstep 🦋🌿🌻xxx
I noticed some sound problems in the video, starting with the road trip. Did it happen by intention ? - If so, it seems you deleted too much of the sound ?
Maybe you could fix it if you still have the original tracks.
Anyway, I'm from the future - so it was no big deal in hindsight. And by the way, to the Maya from the past, you will recover well from your down. 😅
Your place is enchanted Maya! Dont give up! there is a wonderful community of expats in Portugal doing the same a you. I hope you reach out to them , they seem such wonderful helpful people. They may have good tips for you re: the land and buildings. Some are new like you , others have been there a few years. Dont let yourself get too lonely!! Go into the village for a coffee and a chat. Best wishes for the US!😊
Thanks a lot. I guess I need to give it time to get to know more people 😊 Best wishes!
@@mayafeliz Big kisses and good thoughts for your success.
Maya, there is no substitute for human interaction, however, a doggy is the best next thing.he/she will keep you company and make excellent companions always being at your side.
Awww.. The whole world is suffering from lonliness... wow, Alders.. We only have very small ones here.. Experiment w coppice and pollarding... I just bought a new trimmer... All electric.. I don't like EV cars.. But love the tools.. This new 40v is great.. I will buy more tools.. Ooo, They have a nice 40v stainless kettle.. And a stone saw (80v).i am part of an offgrid co-op property i will probably end there..
I love watching your videos Maya they remind me of when I lived in Germany for 11 years, so close to nature and I was always happiest on my own exploring and fishing. Now I'm a lot older and not sure I could do it again but I would certainly have a try if the opportunity arose. Best wishes from Thailand
“I hope for your understanding.” C’mon can Maya be any sweeter?
I'm going to Portugal looking for land, social life and information for the future living.
I'm coming in October. I'll be happy to visit you Maya, learn and give you a hand. Get some tips and learning about Portugal. I'm also having contact with Cindy Wine from Finca Bela Pedra in CB area
Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
Hi Rickard, that sounds amazing, big changes! That sounds like a nice idea, you can contact me here: mayafeliz.info@gmail.com 😊
Wow you did amazing, clearing the river. That Looks great now. Must be satisfying. Keep your chin up…
I'm afraid you are facing the reality of property ownership in Portugal: hard work & hardship. Repeat & repeat & repeat.
The undergrowh needs to be cut twice, sometimes three times a year. Never ending job. And you also need a good source of income to spend on it.
That's why so many properties in Portugal were abandoned, you need to earn money elsewhere to be able to maintain a property like yours, and most properties don't give back any income, not even enough to pay the annual local tax.
But if you haven't passed a winter in your property yet, you have only experienced the "easy life".
Winters in Portugal can be cold & damp, your property seems like a damp trap. Renovating it will be more expensive than building a brand new house, and it'll never have the confort of modern insulation, and will require permanent maintenace, ask any builder, they'll give you a quotation for free.
You said you borrowed money to buy it, and I can tell you, you'll need at least 100,000 Euros to renovate it. More if you have to pay someone to carry all materials by hand, from the road.
By comparison, building a new house with all mod cons, can cost around 500 Euros per square meter, depending on choice of materials.
Puoi comprarti una piccola sega a batteria , farai meno fatica più lavoro in meno tempo, le puoi trovare nelle catene LIDL, non so se ci siano in Portogallo sicuramente ci sono in Germania, sono a buon prezzo.
Boa tarde! Thank you for sharing your feelings on the difficulties of being alone and facing what seems like an endless set of tasks. It would seem fake if it were all 🌈 & 🦋 !
I hope you see from the comments that you have a lot of support. 💕 Everyone can see that you have much to do, and have to prioritize work over answering questions. We’re here because we love watching what you’re doing, in your own style. I love your creativity & that it’s different from other channels. Your videos get better every week! 🙌🏽
Love that you are helping the trees be healthier by proving them and freeing them of the invasive vines that strangle trees. Once upon a time, there were more wild animals to do this, but now it needs to be done manually. I taught a uni class on forest fires and healthy forest management. Unfortunately, too many introduced/non-native trees & plants + loss of wildlife = more work for humans to manage what was once done naturally.
Please take care of yourself & take needed breaks into town for some human interaction. We want to see you continue your journey with continued joy. 💕
You’re doing amazing! Looking forward to your next video. Bom fim de semana! 🌺
Hi M G, thanks a lot for your kind words, I appreciate it a lot.🌸 It is interesting that wild animals used to do this cleaning work before 😀
All the best to you💕
Maya, when you feel this way, just go away for a few weeks and reconnect with friends. Do zooming too! Blessings
Thanks for this video Maya. Oh humans! You run here and there looking for ''Atlantis''. How long? Green grass, woodlands, and sea views doesn't fill the void in your soul. You were designed to have a relationship with the creator of those things.
You cannot ignore God and have life. In His desperation to reach you, He sent His one and only son, innocent like a lamb, to die on a cross like a criminal, to reach you.
Maya, listen to me, if you can find him, If you can find Jesus Christ, then all of the mysteries of life, all the conspiracies deployed by governments, the military industrial complex, dishonest science and scornful friends for thousands of years, to bury this truth will become clear. Then you will find life in this life and the next, because I am not asking you to believe a fairy tale, but the Truth that can be investigated, read and reasoned with. I hope this message reaches you in your soul Maya.
I find a half size bow saw is better. Plus you can change the blade for a hacksaw blade for cutting pipes etc.
you should plant cover crops like clover or similar on the terraces where you've removed the ferns -this will protect the soil and draw down rain to store in the soil during rainy seasons.
Hi Maia nice to see you . Please don’t give up you doing a nice job and you can do all the same time. Go to Germany in the winter is good idea and back in spring , with new ideas. I think you can make some friends nearby and socialising l reed one Lady her name is Cressida want to meet you.You like paint you can do and sell them.
Now for a German lass in her 30's 40's I would have thought you would have had folks lining up to help you get the jist of the land but seems I am misled and you like me prefer singleton lifestyle?
todos en la vida,tenemos momentos de bajones animicos,vivamos o no solos,son estados,normales humanos,solo que depende de uno mismo,salir de ellos
You need a four wheeler to drag all your brush. I live in the mountains and cleared all my land for my place and I know it’s not cheap was just my advice.
Also another lady you tube person who’s on her own is Portugal from scratch, she’s very funny 😄
buy a stiht GTA26 mini pruner battery chainsaw - will make life a lot easier
I like all the features for managing the water at the site, and thanks for sharing that your education is in architecture, i like your show and the wiggling!
Sorry.you R lonely at times, but when you get big home done, the little cabin can rent out and have visitors 😊
Hi there, you should invest in a chipper when you can. So useful to have it close and convert all those branches into wood chips for the garden.
me on a quarter acre thinking property ownership is hard. ha ha. You are an inspiration.
Maya, do you own the land on both sides of the mainstream? If so this is a magic location that has real potential. Love what your doing.
Have you designated a burn area as yet, if not dig a hole then ring it with stones then do a burn off when allowed.
Just come across your channel, what a hard worker!
in prison the worst thing that can happen to you is be put in isolation. There is a reason. Isolated people go insane after a while.
Looks great maya we as much as like our own company it’s important to have interaction take breaks as neede 👍❤️❤️❤️🙏
Hopefully you can make 1 or 2 friends soon
been watching with interest what you have been doing as have thought to try the same thing , i like you have forest and shade plus the river etc , was interested in knowing what you intend doing with land buildings etc and what skills you are looking for to help etc maybe outline some of it so people know how what as i presume you have no biulding skills or money to get the work done etc and maybe move some rocks around in the river to give you more water depth to wash in etc not a dam , hope this helps as interested on your journey etc ,
Hi maya If I wasn’t so far away from you I would’ve loved to come out and help you such a beautiful land you are doing a great job love watching your progress I bought my first house on my own and I bought it as is and it was a mess but now after 13yrs it looks so much better keep up the amazing work
Beautiful Channel 😍 Am a New Subscriber!
You got a Beautiful Place #Harmonious ☘️ in Nature Wow!
Great to watch you while working hard @same time you're an entertainer😁 having fun 🎉
Very few off Grid Channels like yours, that you're Unique, specially, I love you're enjoying #Music & dancing! 🎶 Just my style 💕
You like cutting Grass though haha! 😂 So much fun ! #Blessings & #Success 🏖️
Hi Bebe, thank you so much!! 🥰
Try and keep some ivy on your land as it flowers early autumn and is great for pollinating insects.
Totally understandable Maya, take a Day at a time 😘
@Mayafeliz The story is in your smiles .
It's a big project. Sometimes just take small steps. And wear a hat! I've lived in pt for over 25 years and I know what the weather does to your skin. The sun causes skin cancer if you don't protect yourself. You have a beautiful place!
Haha oh yes a hat is so important! 🤠
Hallo Maya schade das der filme nicht auf Deutsch ist...
Looking good you are going to have a big burn pile
Maya, write and illustrate a children's book series on your journey and sell it on
Then sell them on an on line your own store. Blessings, Denise
Alcohol and/or class A/B drugs is what most of us use to help cope with things.
I'm not recommending any of these but it's the reality for the majority of people.
I am working my way through a bottle of Jameson whiskey whilst I watch and thoroughly enjoying myself.
Thanks for your content, I think you're great.
I've heard some off-gridders even grow their own "herbs" LOL
@@donnacosta5633 Why not if you like it.
@@JazzFunkNobby1964 Other people's choices are fine with me, but then when alcholics & drug addicts knowingly trash their health, they should not have same free access to healthcare as the rest of us who consider good healh more precious than easy pleasures.
Everyone should look after their health.
Go easy on that whiskey, your liver won't last forever. Look after it.
Show appreciation for those who work hard in healthcare to keep us healthy. There are not enough of them as it is, if everyone decides not to look after themselves, we'd need a lot more doctors, nurses, and specialists.
@@donnacosta5633 I don't know what country you're from, I'm from England and healthcare is not free in my country.
Sign your paintings/
Are you not afraid to be alone?
Amazing pruning job!
Hi Maya, we all get down from time to time, so keep your chin up, you are a very positive person, and confident. If you weren’t you could not have started on this journey. Remember we love ❤️ watching your videos. Tony xxx
Beautiful place
Quando te sentires sozinha sabes onde podes vir conversar em Português! 😁
Sim!!!! Obrigada Lisete 💕
Hi ..new subscriber 🌼🫐
Hi Maya l love your channel, your place is beautiful yes a lot of work for one person but you are very lucky and blessed to have such magical land and that water source, maybe get a dog for company and for protecting you and the land and as others have said reaching out to others of like mind, sending hugs
Looks really nice.
Hello Maya! 😀
Dear Maya, you're doing a wonderful task but is very hard work, be careful not to hurt yourself!!! Your land is really beautiful!!! See your next time!!!! I jutst found you!!!
Thank you Ingrid 🙌
You are such a badass!
You are so lovely.
One day at a time....
Bom dia Maya
💐👍👌
Great video Maya,
So glad that you've started a patreon and reaching out for volunteers etc this will help massively! Also you're bound to get down from time to time we all do and you do have a big task, however you have done LOADS more than most people would have done and on your own! It's Amazing! So don't be hard on yourself! You'll get it done in no time at all Im sure and however long each project takes its creation fantastic content that will I'm time earn you money and that can go towards the farm also so it's a win win, "Rome wasn't built in a day" as the saying goes! So just enjoy the experience and I know being on your own can be lovely at times of you're a people person I totally get that, but it won't be for long I'm sure and in the meantime just use that alone time/turn it to your advantage/use the freedom.
Stay strong you got this! 👍💪❤️
Cheers from London England 👍😎🏴
Hi, thank you very much, kind words 🙏
keep smiling Maya, I am just starting out on an offgrid project in France and at times it can be lonely, if you ever fancy a break by all means drop in if you are ever passing through and I would also happily give you a hand for a few weeks in Portugal. love the channel so keep smiling and stay positive.
Jase
Cool, good luck with your project! Thanks for your offer 😊
Optimism meets realism
All that pruning must be giving you a great amount of fire wood and wood for building 👍as well as revealing your beautiful river and land 😍
Just stumbled across your channel, what a great job! My younger brother has bought a place in Portugal & has his own TH-cam channel "Part Time Portugal"
I'm proud of what his done but the job you've done is also great, an inspiration!
Will keep watching.
Hi,mix with local with your age !!!
People there can speak ingles....
All the best!!!👍🏻
Greetings Maya,
I just found your channel and want to share how impressed I am with you! Embrace your feelings and they are real…take breaks, and reflect on your vision. I hope to sell everything and do something like you have done. I’m interested in Spain and Portugal. What part of Portugal is this? I would love to find riverfront property.
You need a Sawzall. It's a reciprocating saw that will cut anything. It's battery operated as well so you can take it out in the woods. If you decide to buy one make sure you get 1 that comes with both wood blades in different sizes and metal blades in different sizes. I love mine.❤
Maya, your an architect. Get creative with what Nature and Portugal and the history around you has given you and is right in your face. Create your destiny, you chose to be where you are when you bought the property. With Patrion , buy a chainsaw and safety gear, enquire with the local government office if you can have beavers, cut down the eucalyptus for money and plant local species or redwoods that help stop the fires in the future, connect with the community and ask for help, rent out your land in parcels as you clear for grazing and permaculture, help and local advice is there, you only have to ask xx
I met your latest videos, but just finding the older ones...such a nice area...with a river...and the events of not being cared for a long time...nice tall trees....so much to work on, as a scout and learning in own life...a day at a time and making plans also in order, it sure helped me in being less anxious, nervous or discouraged....and you just doing the same 🎉 soon it will be more and more pleasant 😊
Hi! I have watched your vlog for a little while and I honestly like what you've done in your land. I admire how bubbly , how strong and brave you are living alone in your big & wide land. Keep safe , stay healthy.
You live in a nice pace. Land maintenance takes a while to get it under control. But your place is rewarding. Your young and have still the power. Take it one at a time. I dont Know which place you are living. But there are nice things to do You can join walking groups to learn the land. Thats what I did....and living nice in a remote place. Enjoy the good living in Portugal its a great place to be.
Good morning beautiful it’s always good to hear your voice and see your pretty face A little encouragement our mine is our biggest enemy what we meditate on we must change the way we think and it will change the way we feel and if we change the way we feel it will change the way we act so stop beating yourself up you must realize you are a free moral agent You only have one try at this life To enjoy the rainbow you must first enjoy the rain ❤️wowwwww Looks like you were on top of the world looking over those mountains❤️ always remember 💪YOU CAN DO IT 💪👍✌️🤙❤️🇵🇹❤️
I see there on the trees ivy (hedera helix) which you cut on the bottom. This ivy is not bothering usually tree they coexist. Advantage of leaving ivy alive on the tree is that ivy will stay green in the winter and it love shade. I have this on my birch trees for last 15 years and both plants are fine. It s roots are only cling on surface of the tree not going to heartwood. I can imagine that such enormous work is overwhelming. Perhaps there will be one time I could come to Portugal to find my place and perhaps also help you a bit as volunteer :)
Thanks for sharing Maya.
"What doesn't kill you , makes you stronger". don't give up!