I found you all over a year ago, while suffering and healing from a hip injury...life has changed over this year and it has been hard to adjust to...but watching this episode makes me cry...but happy tears for your family with all the dear experiences with your children and the challenges and overcoming and blessings that have come your way....watching the growth and evolution of your homestead has been a blessing to me...thank you for sharing your journey with us.
As you might know, I watch every episode every week. Your YT channel is one of my favorites. It has everything one could want. Positive family. Adult collaboration. Wonderful parenting. Landscaping. Gardening. Design. Building. Community. Culture. Great filming and editing, including plot, pacing, and character. All the while demonstrating honesty, love, cooperation, perseverance, foresight, intelligence, hardwork, play, gratitude and courage. I love how much you guys have accomplished. And in such a short time! Wow! I love getting to know your family. Wishing you continued blessings.
Isn't it crazy how much it's all changed in 3 years? You guys are amazing. It's really great how you have integrated into the local community and support local workers to help out with your projects. Congratulations on being 3 years in. You should feel very proud of yourselves. I look forward to the years ahead ~ thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤
Love that photo of Crusoe on his bike and Saywer walking his little bare footed self along side his big brother!! How they have grown along with the projects on your farm!! Thank you Tara and John for sharing your entertaining and labor intensive journey with us!!!
A wonderful year you have had with John’s mum coming and then Tara’s parents coming as well and the two most memorable episodes ever were the 300 year old Olive Tree being planted in your turning circle and the bees coming to your farm. You are my most favourite couple on TH-cam with your two wonderful little boys and of course Obi your lovely dog. God Bless.❤️❤️❤️
What a wonderful recap of your years in Portugal. I’ve been watching from the beginning and have enjoyed every minute. Watching your boys grow is a joy to behold. Blessings on all, including your home❤
Omg love the smile and expression on Crusoe s face when he sees the new baby chick ,how sweet and wonderful! The shelves by the stairs is such a great idea,John did a fabulous job as allways! Tara yoh decorated it beautifully ,love tgst you used things that were left in the farm as well as items from thd UK etc ,do lovdly❤
There are no words to describe how wonderful this recap has been! Wow! It’s been delightful to relive all those moments with you. You’ve put so much effort and time into compiling this I don’t know how you had time for anything else! Spot on as the saying goes. Cheers from 🇨🇦
What a special episode...You need to pat yourselves on the back for what you have achieved. I am continually amazed and enchanted at how brave you are..how you think big ...and how you just do it! As well as how you explore. What a wonderful way you are enabling Crusoe and Sawyer and making them so much a part of everything that you do. Lucky little boys, having you, Tara and John, as their parents. You are super stars.
I've watched all of your videos since the beginning, and I am always astounded by how hard you work and how loving you are to your children. They are beautiful as are you and your farm. As a newcomer to Portugal, you have been part of my inspiration and journey here. Thank you. I can't wait to see what comes next for you!
So much effort, creativity, tenacity and energy. 😊. You're building a dream that will move forward to the generations that follow. What a privilege it is to join in on your journey. Thank you from Canada, Jojo
Hi Newbys It's wonderful to travel through the time lapse with you. Crusoe and Sawyer have grown so much. Can't wait until you start building your stone house.
I started watching when you had just arrived at the farm. And I cannot believe it’s been 3 years! Maybe I’m weird, but I can’t help but feel like I’m proud of my friends in Portugal for all of their hard work and dedication. Truly inspiring!
We've been watching for about 6 months, and are only barely 6 months into our own journey. We have had ups and downs and setbacks, but watching your progress, your accomplishments, and your plans, consistently inspires us to keep going. This video showed us how much can be achieved in a year and is helping us stay the course to work towards our dream. Thank you for sharing this!
I forgot how much I enjoyed the cobbling! The olive tree in the roundabout is truly the crowning glory. I'm so proud of all the work you have done! I feel so invested in your property, and I'm not even there! 😅
I joined your journey when you had a newly born Sawyer & you were preparing to travel back the Portugal. The trials of no water & moving to an Air B & B. I love your family & being apart of your journey. I hope you have the approvals you need to start on the stone house soon. It was so good to watch the review of your projects on your property & anxious to see what is to come. Blessings! 💜👋🏻
What a great year!! You don’t even realize how much you’ve gotten accomplished until you put it in a video. It’s astonishing!! I’m looking forward to what’s coming this year😊
Watching your journey as you transform an abandoned farm in Portugal over three years is truly remarkable. Your dedication, vision, and hard work in revitalizing the property reflect your commitment to creating something special from the ground up. The progress you’ve made is a testament to your perseverance and passion for this project. It’s inspiring to see how your dreams are taking shape and coming to life. And I am Floating Village Life
Wow this episode has brought happy tears down my cheeks!! It is great to watch/share your dreams unfolding seeing the hard work you's have done to lay the foundations for your New home. I realised during this episode how much you's have helped me and how far I have come myself after breast cancer surgery August 23, while having my op the entire back of my own home was being knocked out having 5 RSJ'S to support the house as walls came down to extend for an open plan living, kitchen dining room. Discovering your TheNewbys Channel was a game changer for me it helped motivate/reassure me to get up and start doing the decorating and stuff during and after the building works finished, your lovely family/dog/parents and projects kept me occupied while recovering an waiting for radiotherapy. I so much enjoyed seeing your lovely boys involved /enjoying each project you's began I love the bee's and olive trees and wish you all well Portugal is a better country with you all living there!!
We have loved being able to share our dreams and projects with you Joan. We are so happy to hear that you love our channel and that we can inspire you to do something, please just know that we sending you lots of love and hugs as you navigate through your own journey ❤️❤️
Oh I forgot to mention the digger man he has the patience of Job and so sweet with Crusoe what a little bits dream. Sweet swayed eating things i would not try. And Joel ( spleen wrong I’m sure) what a blessing he has been. What knowledge for a young man. Y’all truly are a blessing to all who know or watch you. ❤
It's incredible to look at how much you've achieved since you bought your farm, all whilst raising your beautiful boys.This recap episode has brought it all into super focus. Well done Tara and John! Can't wait to continue on with you as you journey forward. Much love and admiration x
Christine here, amazing looking back on all your achievements and grateful to have been, and will be part of your journey! What a wonderful life although a hard working one but will be so worth it in the end. Love to you all. Hugs from South Africa 🇿🇦 xx
Hi Christine, thank so much for all of your support all the way in South Africa. You are quite right, it will most certainly be worth it in the end 🏗️🏡😁🙌🏼
This was completely enjoyable as we traveled through the amazing upgrades and accomplishments you have done. Watching the changes, seeing the boys growing like weeds and little obi joining the enchanted farm has been pure pleasure. You do an amazing job of editing and putting it all together with the perfect music choices too! You and Allie from Trent and Allie are so very professional and make each video a work of art.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫶🫶👍👍
First and foremost on your very long list of achievements is being stellar parents! And the amount of other stuff you’ve accomplished is staggering, considering the relatively short period of time you’ve done it all! And on top of all that, you’ve been an absolute joy to tag along with while you’ve been doing it all! Hugs and love to the five of you (can’t forget Obi) 😁👏🏻😆👍🏻🤗🥰😁
Oh my GOODNESS! To see everything you have achieved in the last year (yes I've also been watching your vlogs every week since starting),what you have achieved is 'MONUMENTAL'!!!!! I WATCH avidly each episode and it is awe inspiring and cannot wait for your next vlogs. Well done NEWBYS!!!! ❤❤❤
Wait, whaaaaat…? Expansion?!!!! Can’t wait to see what that means 🤔🥳 So nice to see this year’s recap, the new driveway has just been the most gorgeous project! It was fun to hear the tap-tap-tap again, too!
Wonderful episode !! The Newby homestead keeps growing and blossoming into the most beautiful place in all of Portugal ! This lovely inspiring family with the free spirited blond little boys has stolen all of our hearts and is our favorite family on you tube for sure ! ❤❤❤
What a wonderful look back...and ahead! Such a magical and beautiful homestead and family. Thank you for continuing to share both with us. I think the Light shines strong on your family. With love and warm wishes, Lauren ❤😊
Wow! So much accomplished at the Newbys homestead the past year! Love how you acknowledged all of your wonderful helpmates at the end. It takes a village! 🥰
Oh my dears! I found this episode so very emotional. I love watching you all, and feel blessed to be witnessing your family making it's history. How amazing it is to have such a personal record for your beautiful boys to watch in years to come. XXX
Its not until you see a compilation that you relies how much hard work is involved in a year. Dedication to each other and the boys it is apleasure to watch. thank you so much for providing such an interesting video.
❤ I count the days in between videos and look forward to each one you are living the dream and and so happy you’re taking all of us on your journey been watching you since you showed up on the farm
John and Tara you both have done so much in year three and your home is becoming a beautiful serene paradise filled with love! I admire your parenting abilities and the love and respect you give to your precious boys. They are so special. I have had a passion for dogs since my childhood and they have played a huge part in my life. (Nineteen total so far). I was so happy to see that you got a puppy and that you picked a really good one! He has the perfect temperament for your family and your life style! Another great decision for your future! ❤
Thanks for this lovely compliment Lauren, we are just so thankful we get to share it all with you. We absolutely love Obi and can't imagine life without him ❤️❤️
The transformation is absolutely gorgeous. I love it all!! ❤ What stands out to me is the new cobble road and circle with the new larger olive tree, and of course John's lawn, plants and flowers.❤❤ Also the flower box wall by the new renovation, with all the color of the flowers. This all makes your farm come to life. 🎉🎉❤❤❤
Loved watching the replay of the last year...incredible guys. Watching your road and driveway taking shape was amazing, and can imagine the olive trees settling into their forever home. What a year you two have had..and I can't wait to see the new homestead taking shape. What a fabulous life for your precious boys and of course Obi 😊
Aww it was wonderful watching your progress over the last couple years. Your channel is always so fun and uplifting to watch. Great progress, hard work is paying off! Thanks Newbys!
Wow ! Can’t believe how much you guys were able to accomplish! So enjoyed this video. Watching unseen videos from the past was absolutely enjoyable! Brought many smiles today . Thank you so much for sharing! Love love seeing the progress you have made ! Looking forward to the next chapter! God bless .
WE JUST LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!!! WE'RE THE SILENT WATCHERS , BUT WE NEVER MISS YOUR VIDEOS. JUST HAD TO COMMENT HOW MUCH WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR VERY HARD WORK IN MAKING, EDITING AND THE DRONE FOOTAGE,PLUS ALL THE RENOVATIONS. BEAUTUFUL.❤❤❤ IT GETS US MOTIVATED , EVEN THOUGH WE'RE OLDER.GIVES US PURPOSE IN DOING THINGS AND DESIRE.😊 YOUR THE BEST.
Ver a calçada torna esse piso mais português, como vocês sabem aproveitar toda a rusticidade dessa região. Só pessoas com a vossa sensibilidade podem criar grandes obras. Lindo registo de ruralidade parabéns adoro os vossos vídeos.
The bees and the Olive tree episodes were so rich. Just teeming with nature and new knowledge of same. I missed the episode of the landscape wall at the stone house. So nice to see how it came together. The visual the design is so amazing and the flowers - heaven. It's a joy to watch your work as well as your love.
You guys are just doing so well and from my home to your lovely home blessings with all that you have done. It's truly beautiful and you're going to be very happy in Portugal.
Amazing recap! It was fun to relive the excitement and challenge of it all with you. The farm looks incredible!! You all have done so much work!! The boys have grown so much! Mario is so incredibly good to Crusoe. I think Mario will always have a special place in Crusoe's heart and vise versa. 😊
Nie ma słów ktore by mozna bylo powiedziec ❤ Jestescie wspaniałą i cudowną kochajacą się sie rodzinką. Ja do 7 kwietnia też mialam cudowną rodzinę, aż do momentu kiedy nasz jedyny syn zgina w wypadku, ale wiem ze i z Wami i z nami jest Pan Bog i daje nam siłę do dalszego życia. Niech Was Bog blogoslawi na dalsze lata życia. ❤🥰😘
I’ve been here since the beginning and always amazed at what is being accomplished here. What a blessing to be surrounded by so many good people! Can’t wait to see what’s next. ❤
HAPPY SUNNY SUNDAY NEWBY FAMILY, dear CLOSE friends Tara and John, been with you almost 3.5 years started when you were travelling in your 1st rebuilt van with Crusoe only a few weeks old to Scotland. WHAT A JOURNEY!!! With Safari travelling with you through your EXPLORING Europe, seeing the birth of Sawyer and soon after you moving into your Newby farm. WHAT A YEAR THIS HAS BEEN, AS JOHN SAID SPECTACULAR TO WATCH. Hardships for sure, hard work, lengthy at times but so rewarding when you look how far you have come and the successful accomplishments. THE GREATEST JOYS SEEING YOUR CRUSOE AND SAWYER GROWING AND ENJOYING YOUR ADVENTURE. 300 years old olive tree, bee keeping, chicks now hatching and who can forget your puppy Obi joining the fun. ENJOYING THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOURS, THANK THE LORD YOU CAN DO ALL THESE THINGS. Waiting to see your finished Stone House and the next MAJOR project in your lives. Bravo👏👏👏👏👏 you must be very proud of yourselves and HAPPY. Cheers to another great year. Hugs and kisses to you and ALL your friends who helped you in this year's journey.🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰👱👶🐶🐣🌲🌅🏡🇵🇹💓
Oh my goodness this is just AMAZING and SO inspiring! What a dream life you're living and what a GIFT you're giving your two boys! It's unreal! Well done!!
An extraordinary year indeed & an absolutely fabulous video. I have really enjoyed being on this journey with you & it was wonderful to see it all in 1 video. Thank you so much. Can't wait to see what the next year brings.
Thank you for taking us all along for the magnificent journey thus far - it's been such a joy to watch not only your dreams develop but to watch the young fellas Crusoe & Sawyer shine in the wonderful environment you are both giving them an amazing beginning to life and the wonders it brings - cannot wait for the next chapter cheers Debz from Oz
Neat platform ladder for fruit picking. Held our breath before as Terra stood on chair or house stool before. Your project is magnificent. Busy bees and ancient olive branches extended. John and boys are surely making the most of his happy place. Thanks for sharing your visions. Making magic 🪄
From the beginning your family has captured my heart with your adventures, buying your property, children growing, finding Obie, the garden, your digital cookbook, and the amazing builds. I am 100% Team Newby!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I have loved being with you through these last two years, I have enjoyed it all. Looking forward to next year and years tocome. I know I have said this before , but I feel it should be said again and again, WOW! What you all have acheived is amazing. All the adventures you have been on, this truly is the BEST! Seeing Crusoe next to you working along your side and soon Sawyer will be doing the same, fantastic. Thank you for your hard work creating these video's and sharing it all. Love and always, Donna USA
That was an awesome recap. Amazing to see how the kids have grown in 1 yr. You certainly have accomplished a tremendous amount of work in a year. And we are happy to say we have been there for every episode. Looking forward to seeing the new house plans take root. Thanks for another amazing year of video's.
I've been "in" from the beginning and have loved every episode. Thank you for sharing your lives so openly and honestly. I can't wait to see what the next 12 months bring.
Loved this video guys! Incredible to see all the amazing projects you have been able to accomplish over the years. What is even better is seeing how you stay organized with all of it too, Milanote looks amazing! This is exactly what my wife and I need as we just bought a new house and have so many ideas for the interior decor. Thanks so much for sharing this with us, going to share it with all our family and friends too😊
Hi. Only got to watch this episode today. Wow, wow, wow you guys have turned and still turning your property into such a beautiful paradise. I cannot believe it's 3 years already. I love your passion in everything you guys tackle. Once again stay safe and take care. 😊
It has been a journey! Ups, downs, turn around, and still going! All in all it has been a glorious 3 years, at least I think so! The music today is spot on! ❤
For me as a long time watcher of this Vlog the one thing it does for me is remind me of my dad, every time i see John with a hammer and nails in hand i am reminded of him. He was a Builder/Carpender/Handyman like John, and he spent his life in countryside in rural New South Wales in Australia. John reminds me so much of him..........
Great encouragement can be derived from this kind of video. You, John, are incredibly creative! I love the community that is establishing around you. I never miss your multi-faceted adventures.
Just came across this now and I so enjoyed watching the transformation. Its a good thing that you both are hard workers and have skills to make this dream come true.
What an incredible job you have done over the past three years, you can be so proud of yourselves! Lynne and I just downloaded Milanote and can't wait to start getting ideas together for our renovations, thanks for sharing. See you again on Wednesday 😁
I have watched every episode since you bought the farm and have enjoyed many laughs with you, but by far the best is 'the bee in the box'😂. Honestly, i laughed out loud, even the second time!! Thank you for all the fun and enjoyment shared by your beautiful family.
Such beautiful progress! Such a beautiful family xoxo I love watching the littles and how Sawyer looks up to his big brother with smiles and follows along!!!
Love love love every episode and seeing your gorgeous boys grow. Seeing little Sawyers face light up at you whist you’re filming, Tara, is divine. You’ve accomplished so much…..it’s astonishing. Much love and admiration to you all. ❤
Its fantastic how many hours you have spent on the farm working, designing and put things together. The result is amazing and there are more to come. The design you have done on the new house Tara is just beautiful. And what a blessing for the kiddos to explore and learn. You give me inspiration to do things at my little cottage 😍❤️
It has been one magical year friend, we can't wait to see what the future holds. Thanks for being here for it all and we are so happy to know that we have given you a little bit of inspiration too ❤️🇵🇹
What a special episode! As usual, I love how you demonstrate your appreciation for everyone who makes your channel, your projects and all of your successes possible. I love that about you! ❤
Great review of the last year. We have been watching for years but are amazed at what you accomplished in a single year. Congrats and can’t wait to see what you do next😊
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I found you all over a year ago, while suffering and healing from a hip injury...life has changed over this year and it has been hard to adjust to...but watching this episode makes me cry...but happy tears for your family with all the dear experiences with your children and the challenges and overcoming and blessings that have come your way....watching the growth and evolution of your homestead has been a blessing to me...thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Thank you for all your support over the past year friend, we appreciate all of your support ❤️🇵🇹
Blessings shared are multiplied. ❤❤
As you might know, I watch every episode every week. Your YT channel is one of my favorites. It has everything one could want. Positive family. Adult collaboration. Wonderful parenting. Landscaping. Gardening. Design. Building. Community. Culture. Great filming and editing, including plot, pacing, and character. All the while demonstrating honesty, love, cooperation, perseverance, foresight, intelligence, hardwork, play, gratitude and courage. I love how much you guys have accomplished. And in such a short time! Wow! I love getting to know your family. Wishing you continued blessings.
Thank you for this beautiful comment friend ❤️❤️
Ditto this comment…..the best channel ❤
Mine too ☺️ it’s a real treat and l would love to go visit them. They are so hardworking and talented They have a dream come true view / property ♥️👍
Isn't it crazy how much it's all changed in 3 years? You guys are amazing. It's really great how you have integrated into the local community and support local workers to help out with your projects. Congratulations on being 3 years in. You should feel very proud of yourselves. I look forward to the years ahead ~ thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤
Thank you friend ❤️🇵🇹
Love that photo of Crusoe on his bike and Saywer walking his little bare footed self along side his big brother!! How they have grown along with the projects on your farm!! Thank you Tara and John for sharing your entertaining and labor intensive journey with us!!!
So sweet isn't it Lynda ❤️❤️
What three years these have been! I'm glad to have been on all of them! What marvelous work you have done. Dream on!
Thanks for being here for all of it Merry! We appreciate your support 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
A wonderful year you have had with John’s mum coming and then Tara’s parents coming as well and the two most memorable episodes ever were the 300 year old Olive Tree being planted in your turning circle and the bees coming to your farm. You are my most favourite couple on TH-cam with your two wonderful little boys and of course Obi your lovely dog. God Bless.❤️❤️❤️
It has been magical for sure Maureen ❤️❤️
Hi, Newbys! Enjoyed this episode,a sort of summary of what you've achieved so far with lots of creativity and hard work. Never miss your episode.❤
We are so happy to hear that Luisa. Thanks for being a part of our journey 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Not to mention India, Zimbabwe, Paris Iceland n Inlaws!!!😂
I think that this is the best recap vlog that I have seen. I love the voice overs describing not just what has been done but also what is to come.
We are so happy to hear that Hazel, thanks for being here ❤️🇵🇹
Tara and John both have lovely clear voices. So easy to listen to. I never tire of watching them.🤗🤗
You have a wonderful TEAM around you ❤
You are quite right with this one Meinart, our TEAM is incredible ❤️🇵🇹
What a wonderful recap of your years in Portugal. I’ve been watching from the beginning and have enjoyed every minute. Watching your boys grow is a joy to behold. Blessings on all, including your home❤
Thank you for being here for all of it Rosanne ❤️❤️
Omg love the smile and expression on Crusoe s face when he sees the new baby chick ,how sweet and wonderful!
The shelves by the stairs is such a great idea,John did a fabulous job as allways!
Tara yoh decorated it beautifully ,love tgst you used things that were left in the farm as well as items from thd UK etc ,do lovdly❤
He is so excited about the new little addition to the family Dina ❤️❤️
There are no words to describe how wonderful this recap has been! Wow! It’s been delightful to relive all those moments with you. You’ve put so much effort and time into compiling this I don’t know how you had time for anything else! Spot on as the saying goes. Cheers from 🇨🇦
We are so happy to hear that friend, thank you for watching and for all your support ❤️🇵🇹
Time runs rapidly when you are young and busy with things. Hold your children tightly and capture every moment. Love from Suomi 🇫🇮
We will for sure Tatia ❤️❤️
What a special episode...You need to pat yourselves on the back for what you have achieved. I am continually amazed and enchanted at how brave you are..how you think big ...and how you just do it! As well as how you explore. What a wonderful way you are enabling Crusoe and Sawyer and making them so much a part of everything that you do. Lucky little boys, having you, Tara and John, as their parents. You are super stars.
Thanks so much Shirley!
I cannot believe it has been 3 years! You all have accomplished so much! I love how the community is open to helping you with your dream.
We are very very lucky! Thank you friend ❤️❤️
I've watched all of your videos since the beginning, and I am always astounded by how hard you work and how loving you are to your children. They are beautiful as are you and your farm. As a newcomer to Portugal, you have been part of my inspiration and journey here. Thank you. I can't wait to see what comes next for you!
Thank you so much!!
So much effort, creativity, tenacity and energy. 😊. You're building a dream that will move forward to the generations that follow. What a privilege it is to join in on your journey. Thank you from Canada, Jojo
Thanks so much friend, we have loved sharing these projects and moments with you. Sending you lots of love to Canada ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹
Hi Newbys It's wonderful to travel through the time lapse with you. Crusoe and Sawyer have grown so much.
Can't wait until you start building your stone house.
Thank you for being here for it Sandra, we are so excited for the next magical year with you! 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
I started watching when you had just arrived at the farm. And I cannot believe it’s been 3 years! Maybe I’m weird, but I can’t help but feel like I’m proud of my friends in Portugal for all of their hard work and dedication. Truly inspiring!
Thanks for being here for all of it friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹
Wow 3yrs .. what a difference you have made. It’s been lovely following you all and sharing your journey. Thank you ❤x
We've been watching for about 6 months, and are only barely 6 months into our own journey. We have had ups and downs and setbacks, but watching your progress, your accomplishments, and your plans, consistently inspires us to keep going. This video showed us how much can be achieved in a year and is helping us stay the course to work towards our dream. Thank you for sharing this!
We are so happy to hear that we can inspire you to keep on going! You can do it, we know you can. Continue to Be Brave, Think Big and Explore ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹
I forgot how much I enjoyed the cobbling! The olive tree in the roundabout is truly the crowning glory. I'm so proud of all the work you have done! I feel so invested in your property, and I'm not even there! 😅
I joined your journey when you had a newly born Sawyer & you were preparing to travel back the Portugal. The trials of no water & moving to an Air B & B. I love your family & being apart of your journey. I hope you have the approvals you need to start on the stone house soon. It was so good to watch the review of your projects on your property & anxious to see what is to come. Blessings! 💜👋🏻
Thank you for being here for all our adventures Marilyn, we love hearing from you and appreciate all of your support 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Gorgeous colour and I love that you stopped before getting to the ceiling. It makes the colour pop more. Well done.👏👏👏
What a great year!! You don’t even realize how much you’ve gotten accomplished until you put it in a video. It’s astonishing!! I’m looking forward to what’s coming this year😊
That is one of the reasons why we love putting together these kinds of videos Stephanie, thanks for all the support 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
3 years already?! I can’t believe it’s already been 3 years but when I look around I can’t believe how much you’ve accomplished in ONLY 3 years!
Time is flying by Lynn! Thanks for being here for all of it ❤️🇵🇹
It’s crazy to think it’s been 3 yrs already n look how far things r amazing many blessings from North Texas ❤
Time is flying by Colleen! ❤️🇵🇹
Watching your journey as you transform an abandoned farm in Portugal over three years is truly remarkable. Your dedication, vision, and hard work in revitalizing the property reflect your commitment to creating something special from the ground up. The progress you’ve made is a testament to your perseverance and passion for this project. It’s inspiring to see how your dreams are taking shape and coming to life. And I am Floating Village Life
Wow, thank you!
Wow this episode has brought happy tears down my cheeks!! It is great to watch/share your dreams unfolding seeing the hard work you's have done to lay the foundations for your New home. I realised during this episode how much you's have helped me and how far I have come myself after breast cancer surgery August 23, while having my op the entire back of my own home was being knocked out having 5 RSJ'S to support the house as walls came down to extend for an open plan living, kitchen dining room. Discovering your TheNewbys Channel was a game changer for me it helped motivate/reassure me to get up and start doing the decorating and stuff during and after the building works finished, your lovely family/dog/parents and projects kept me occupied while recovering an waiting for radiotherapy. I so much enjoyed seeing your lovely boys involved /enjoying each project you's began I love the bee's and olive trees and wish you all well Portugal is a better country with you all living there!!
We have loved being able to share our dreams and projects with you Joan. We are so happy to hear that you love our channel and that we can inspire you to do something, please just know that we sending you lots of love and hugs as you navigate through your own journey ❤️❤️
Oh I forgot to mention the digger man he has the patience of Job and so sweet with Crusoe what a little bits dream. Sweet swayed eating things i would not try. And Joel ( spleen wrong I’m sure) what a blessing he has been. What knowledge for a young man. Y’all truly are a blessing to all who know or watch you. ❤
He really does have so much patience Joie you are quite right ❤️❤️
Another fabulous episode. Life is full of surprises, changes, transitions, and new adventures.
It is indeed Richard! Hope you enjoy this episode 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
What surprises? What was new? Haven't you seen all this?
It's incredible to look at how much you've achieved since you bought your farm, all whilst raising your beautiful boys.This recap episode has brought it all into super focus. Well done Tara and John! Can't wait to continue on with you as you journey forward. Much love and admiration x
Thank you so much Jacqui, we can't wait to share the next year with you too 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Christine here, amazing looking back on all your achievements and grateful to have been, and will be part of your journey! What a wonderful life although a hard working one but will be so worth it in the end. Love to you all. Hugs from South Africa 🇿🇦 xx
Hi Christine, thank so much for all of your support all the way in South Africa. You are quite right, it will most certainly be worth it in the end 🏗️🏡😁🙌🏼
This was completely enjoyable as we traveled through the amazing upgrades and accomplishments you have done. Watching the changes, seeing the boys growing like weeds and little obi joining the enchanted farm has been pure pleasure. You do an amazing job of editing and putting it all together with the perfect music choices too! You and Allie from Trent and Allie are so very professional and make each video a work of art.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫶🫶👍👍
We are so happy to hear you have enjoyed watching our journey unfold friend, thanks for being here for it all ❤️🇵🇹
First and foremost on your very long list of achievements is being stellar parents! And the amount of other stuff you’ve accomplished is staggering, considering the relatively short period of time you’ve done it all! And on top of all that, you’ve been an absolute joy to tag along with while you’ve been doing it all! Hugs and love to the five of you (can’t forget Obi) 😁👏🏻😆👍🏻🤗🥰😁
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Oh my GOODNESS!
To see everything you have achieved in the last year (yes I've also been watching your vlogs every week since starting),what you have achieved is 'MONUMENTAL'!!!!!
I WATCH avidly each episode and it is awe inspiring and cannot wait for your next vlogs.
Well done NEWBYS!!!! ❤❤❤
Thanks so much Diana ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹
I love your editing Tara. The musical accompaniment was so right on. I loved the music while the bees were going into the hive.
Thank you! We edited this one together, and usually it’s John that brings a lot of the magic 😉 definitely a team effort 😊
Wait, whaaaaat…? Expansion?!!!! Can’t wait to see what that means 🤔🥳 So nice to see this year’s recap, the new driveway has just been the most gorgeous project! It was fun to hear the tap-tap-tap again, too!
Stay tuned to find out more about the details Sandra! 😉
Wonderful episode !! The Newby homestead keeps growing and blossoming into the most beautiful place in all of Portugal ! This lovely inspiring family with the free spirited blond little boys has stolen all of our hearts and is our favorite family on you tube for sure ! ❤❤❤
Thank you for this beautiful comment Yvonne ❤️❤️
That is the kind of hubby I need, one who can build anything!
What an amazing year, so far. It's great to reflect and remember all the hard work that makes such a difference.
Thanks Sheryl!
What a wonderful look back...and ahead! Such a magical and beautiful homestead and family. Thank you for continuing to share both with us. I think the Light shines strong on your family. With love and warm wishes, Lauren ❤😊
Thanks so much for watching Lauren ❤️🇵🇹
I can’t believe you’re going on year four already. I’ve been watching since you moved in! Exciting stuff ahead as always! Love your little family
Thank you for being here for it all Karen! It means so much to us 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Been here from the beginning. What a joy to watch. Love everything, happy days and happy faces. 😅😊 from PORT ELIZABETH.SOUTH AFRICA 😊..😊😊
Wow! So much accomplished at the Newbys homestead the past year! Love how you acknowledged all of your wonderful helpmates at the end. It takes a village! 🥰
It has been a magical year Trish! Thank you for all your love and yes you are quite right, it takes a village ❤️❤️
Oh my dears! I found this episode so very emotional. I love watching you all, and feel blessed to be witnessing your family making it's history. How amazing it is to have such a personal record for your beautiful boys to watch in years to come. XXX
We are so happy to hear you loved it friend, thank you for all your support! ❤️❤️
I love your program. I believe your program should require viewing for every child development class everywhere. 😅
Thanks Helen! ❤️❤️❤️
You never disappoint. Please, show us some of Portugal's food and beautiful towns again.
So wonderful. Wow, that driveway job was amazing. You guys are amazing - wonderful re-cap of year 3.
A great project. Thank you friend!
Its not until you see a compilation that you relies how much hard work is involved in a year. Dedication to each other and the boys it is apleasure to watch. thank you so much for providing such an interesting video.
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❤ I count the days in between videos and look forward to each one you are living the dream and and so happy you’re taking all of us on your journey been watching you since you showed up on the farm
We are so happy to hear you love the videos Jaden, thanks for being here ❤️🇵🇹
John and Tara you both have done so much in year three and your home is becoming a beautiful serene paradise filled with love! I admire your parenting abilities and the love and respect you give to your precious boys. They are so special. I have had a passion for dogs since my childhood and they have played a huge part in my life. (Nineteen total so far). I was so happy to see that you got a puppy and that you picked a really good one! He has the perfect temperament for your family and your life style! Another great decision for your future! ❤
Thanks for this lovely compliment Lauren, we are just so thankful we get to share it all with you. We absolutely love Obi and can't imagine life without him ❤️❤️
The transformation is absolutely gorgeous. I love it all!! ❤ What stands out to me is the new cobble road and circle with the new larger olive tree, and of course John's lawn, plants and flowers.❤❤ Also the flower box wall by the new renovation, with all the color of the flowers. This all makes your farm come to life. 🎉🎉❤❤❤
What a lovely compilation of all your progress in a year !!!
The farm had evolved so beautifully ❤. I can hardly wait to see what comes next !!!!!
Thank you so much!
Loved watching the replay of the last year...incredible guys. Watching your road and driveway taking shape was amazing, and can imagine the olive trees settling into their forever home.
What a year you two have had..and I can't wait to see the new homestead taking shape.
What a fabulous life for your precious boys and of course Obi 😊
Aww it was wonderful watching your progress over the last couple years. Your channel is always so fun and uplifting to watch. Great progress, hard work is paying off! Thanks Newbys!
Everything thing John touches is beautiful work. Your homestead is looking so good.
Thanks so much❤️❤️
Thanks again for the memories. It’s been really fun watching the last three years!
Glad you enjoyed it Michael! ❤️❤️🙏🙏
Wow ! Can’t believe how much you guys were able to accomplish! So enjoyed this video. Watching unseen videos from the past was absolutely enjoyable! Brought many smiles today . Thank you so much for sharing! Love love seeing the progress you have made ! Looking forward to the next chapter! God bless .
Thanks friend, Your support means so much to us 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
WE JUST LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!!! WE'RE THE
SILENT WATCHERS , BUT WE NEVER MISS YOUR VIDEOS. JUST HAD TO COMMENT HOW MUCH WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR VERY HARD WORK IN MAKING, EDITING AND THE DRONE FOOTAGE,PLUS ALL THE RENOVATIONS. BEAUTUFUL.❤❤❤ IT GETS US MOTIVATED , EVEN THOUGH WE'RE OLDER.GIVES US PURPOSE IN DOING THINGS AND DESIRE.😊 YOUR THE BEST.
Thank you so much for being here friend. It truly means more than the world to us! 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Ver a calçada torna esse piso mais português, como vocês sabem aproveitar toda a rusticidade dessa região. Só pessoas com a vossa sensibilidade podem criar grandes obras. Lindo registo de ruralidade parabéns adoro os vossos vídeos.
All caps is SOOOOOO rude. As if you rare yelling ! And demanding g attention to your comment. I NEVER read rude comments in all caps.
The bees and the Olive tree episodes were so rich. Just teeming with nature and new knowledge of same. I missed the episode of the landscape wall at the stone house. So nice to see how it came together. The visual the design is so amazing and the flowers - heaven. It's a joy to watch your work as well as your love.
Thanks for watching friend ❤️🇵🇹
You guys are just doing so well and from my home to your lovely home blessings with all that you have done. It's truly beautiful and you're going to be very happy in Portugal.
Thank you so much!
Amazing recap! It was fun to relive the excitement and challenge of it all with you. The farm looks incredible!! You all have done so much work!! The boys have grown so much! Mario is so incredibly good to Crusoe. I think Mario will always have a special place in Crusoe's heart and vise versa. 😊
In addition to travel breaks.. your accomplished PROJECTS are INCREDIBLE...
AGAIN...you made my day!!😊
Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🇵🇹🏡 ❤️❤️
Nie ma słów ktore by mozna bylo powiedziec ❤ Jestescie wspaniałą i cudowną kochajacą się sie rodzinką. Ja do 7 kwietnia też mialam cudowną rodzinę, aż do momentu kiedy nasz jedyny syn zgina w wypadku, ale wiem ze i z Wami i z nami jest Pan Bog i daje nam siłę do dalszego życia. Niech Was Bog blogoslawi na dalsze lata życia. ❤🥰😘
I’ve been here since the beginning and always amazed at what is being accomplished here. What a blessing to be surrounded by so many good people! Can’t wait to see what’s next. ❤
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HAPPY SUNNY SUNDAY NEWBY FAMILY, dear CLOSE friends Tara and John, been with you almost 3.5 years started when you were travelling in your 1st rebuilt van with Crusoe only a few weeks old to Scotland. WHAT A JOURNEY!!! With Safari travelling with you through your EXPLORING Europe, seeing the birth of Sawyer and soon after you moving into your Newby farm. WHAT A YEAR THIS HAS BEEN, AS JOHN SAID SPECTACULAR TO WATCH. Hardships for sure, hard work, lengthy at times but so rewarding when you look how far you have come and the successful accomplishments. THE GREATEST JOYS SEEING YOUR CRUSOE AND SAWYER GROWING AND ENJOYING YOUR ADVENTURE. 300 years old olive tree, bee keeping, chicks now hatching and who can forget your puppy Obi joining the fun. ENJOYING THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOURS, THANK THE LORD YOU CAN DO ALL THESE THINGS. Waiting to see your finished Stone House and the next MAJOR project in your lives. Bravo👏👏👏👏👏 you must be very proud of yourselves and HAPPY. Cheers to another great year. Hugs and kisses to you and ALL your friends who helped you in this year's journey.🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰👱👶🐶🐣🌲🌅🏡🇵🇹💓
Oh my goodness this is just AMAZING and SO inspiring! What a dream life you're living and what a GIFT you're giving your two boys! It's unreal! Well done!!
An extraordinary year indeed & an absolutely fabulous video. I have really enjoyed being on this journey with you & it was wonderful to see it all in 1 video. Thank you so much. Can't wait to see what the next year brings.
Thanks so much for all your support friend, it has been one magical year and we are so happy to have you as a part of it. ❤️🇵🇹
What an amazing job your doing....well done ❤❤❤
Thank you for taking us all along for the magnificent journey thus far - it's been such a joy to watch not only your dreams develop but to watch the young fellas Crusoe & Sawyer shine in the wonderful environment you are both giving them an amazing beginning to life and the wonders it brings - cannot wait for the next chapter cheers Debz from Oz
Thank you for being here and for joining us on our adventure Debz. It means so much to us! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹
Amazing to see how much you’ve achieved. Well done, everything is looking so beautiful.
It has been an incredible year Louise. Thanks for being a part of it ❤️🇵🇹
Neat platform ladder for fruit picking. Held our breath before as Terra stood on chair or house stool before. Your project is magnificent. Busy bees and ancient olive branches extended. John and boys are surely making the most of his happy place. Thanks for sharing your visions. Making magic 🪄
been watching for three years now. how lovely to watch your family and farm grow, and I especially loved this review
From the beginning your family has captured my heart with your adventures, buying your property, children growing, finding Obie, the garden, your digital cookbook, and the amazing builds. I am 100% Team Newby!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you Irma! ❤️❤️
Wow what achievements you've made in the last 3 years. Loved every minute watching you all. You're such a beautiful family and full of inspiration xx
It has been a magical third year on the farm Jenny ❤️❤️
I have loved being with you through these last two years, I have enjoyed it all. Looking forward to next year and years tocome. I know I have said this before , but I feel it should be said again and again, WOW! What you all have acheived is amazing. All the adventures you have been on, this truly is the BEST! Seeing Crusoe next to you working along your side and soon Sawyer will be doing the same, fantastic. Thank you for your hard work creating these video's and sharing it all. Love and always, Donna USA
Thank you for being here for the past two years Donna, we have loved having you as part of our journey 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
That was an awesome recap. Amazing to see how the kids have grown in 1 yr. You certainly have accomplished a tremendous amount of work in a year. And we are happy to say we have been there for every episode. Looking forward to seeing the new house plans take root. Thanks for another amazing year of video's.
I've been "in" from the beginning and have loved every episode. Thank you for sharing your lives so openly and honestly. I can't wait to see what the next 12 months bring.
Thanks Sally 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
Loved this video guys! Incredible to see all the amazing projects you have been able to accomplish over the years. What is even better is seeing how you stay organized with all of it too, Milanote looks amazing! This is exactly what my wife and I need as we just bought a new house and have so many ideas for the interior decor. Thanks so much for sharing this with us, going to share it with all our family and friends too😊
Hi. Only got to watch this episode today. Wow, wow, wow you guys have turned and still turning your property into such a beautiful paradise. I cannot believe it's 3 years already. I love your passion in everything you guys tackle.
Once again stay safe and take care. 😊
It has been a journey! Ups, downs, turn around, and still going! All in all it has been a glorious 3 years, at least I think so! The music today is spot on! ❤
We are so pleased to hear you love this episode Sandra, thanks for being here 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇹
For me as a long time watcher of this Vlog the one thing it does for me is remind me of my dad, every time i see John with a hammer and nails in hand i am reminded of him. He was a Builder/Carpender/Handyman like John, and he spent his life in countryside in rural New South Wales in Australia. John reminds me so much of him..........
Great encouragement can be derived from this kind of video. You, John, are incredibly creative! I love the community that is establishing around you. I never miss your multi-faceted adventures.
What a wonderful recap of your three years! Loved every minute! Looking forward to the next year's accomplishments. 💟
Just came across this now and I so enjoyed watching the transformation. Its a good thing that you both are hard workers and have skills to make this dream come true.
What an incredible job you have done over the past three years, you can be so proud of yourselves! Lynne and I just downloaded Milanote and can't wait to start getting ideas together for our renovations, thanks for sharing. See you again on Wednesday 😁
It’s always a bit emotional to leave a house where you have made memories, have a nice holiday!
I have watched every episode since you bought the farm and have enjoyed many laughs with you, but by far the best is 'the bee in the box'😂. Honestly, i laughed out loud, even the second time!! Thank you for all the fun and enjoyment shared by your beautiful family.
Great to watch the whole year in one episode !
Great achievement by you all !
Keep shining ⭐️⭐️⭐️
You all have come a long way in the past 3 years. I am so happy for you all. Let the adventure keep coming.❤
Such beautiful progress! Such a beautiful family xoxo I love watching the littles and how Sawyer looks up to his big brother with smiles and follows along!!!
Thanks Adel!
Love love love every episode and seeing your gorgeous boys grow. Seeing little Sawyers face light up at you whist you’re filming, Tara, is divine. You’ve accomplished so much…..it’s astonishing. Much love and admiration to you all. ❤
Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Love and prayers from the heart of Wyoming USA!
Thank you for being a part of our adventures Shanny! We love having you here ❤️🇵🇹
Its fantastic how many hours you have spent on the farm working, designing and put things together. The result is amazing and there are more to come. The design you have done on the new house Tara is just beautiful. And what a blessing for the kiddos to explore and learn. You give me inspiration to do things at my little cottage 😍❤️
It has been one magical year friend, we can't wait to see what the future holds. Thanks for being here for it all and we are so happy to know that we have given you a little bit of inspiration too ❤️🇵🇹
Absolutely heartwarming! I loved every second of it!
What a special episode! As usual, I love how you demonstrate your appreciation for everyone who makes your channel, your projects and all of your successes possible. I love that about you! ❤
Great review of the last year. We have been watching for years but are amazed at what you accomplished in a single year. Congrats and can’t wait to see what you do next😊
Tara…. You do an amazing job editing. That’s ALOT of footage to go thru to create this video. Thank you
Thanks Debra, John and I take turns with the editing and we try our very best to improve each and every week ❤️❤️
I love your little family the Boys are just smart as wipes and you are building a beautiful home