A Day in the Life at Our Mountain House (Summer Edition)

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  • A Day in the Life at Our Mountain House
    Come along for a typical day around our mountain house. We’ll take you on a mini tour of our place and share tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you create a beautiful space that reflects your own style. Get ready for some budget-friendly DIY ideas, and a glimpse into the joys (and sometimes challenges) of life in the mountains.😜
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  • @toddandrob
    @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Due to some frustrating weather woes, we had to delay the door install for another day. But, we still made due with some upstairs updating and a little impromptu outside tour of projects to come. And speaking of that, we could use your help! Let us know if you have any ideas on what to plant along the retaining wall to disguise it a little better. Stay tuned for more updates as we round out summer and head into fall (and we cannot wait!). -T&R

  • @LisaIannucci-e9n
    @LisaIannucci-e9n หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi cuties awesome video!❤

  • @LisaIannucci-e9n
    @LisaIannucci-e9n 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi good-looking guys! Love your video❤ 0:00

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much for watching♥️

  • @cowpokeone2003
    @cowpokeone2003 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Creeping phlox may work for the wall. Lots of spring color.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is a good idea. Although we did have 3 phlox plants (not the creeping variety) and the rabbits totally devoured them.

  • @CarlosAraya-cf2lv
    @CarlosAraya-cf2lv หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Felicitaciones !!!
    Ustedes son un ejemplo e inspiración que DOS HOMBRES QUE SE AMAN SI PUEDEN HACER FAMILIA !!!
    Que sigan sus éxitos.
    Greeting from Chile

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the kind words! ♥️

  • @aliciamachado6396
    @aliciamachado6396 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hola hermoso el vídeo! Acá usamos la frase al mal tiempo buena cara!! Me encantaron las terminaciones que hicieron en la casa!! Nos encanta verlos!!😊❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad to hear you enjoyed it! And we like that phrase. 😊

  • @marktitus8516
    @marktitus8516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Climbing roses would look great along retaining wall. Or lantana

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great ideas! The lantanas we have are slow growing here, oddly enough. And the ones we planted last year were no hardy enough to stand some of the more frigid temps we had over the winter. But climbing roses would be a nice touch!

    • @marktitus8516
      @marktitus8516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@toddandrob they even have the pride roses which would bring in tons of color

  • @scottstanley8349
    @scottstanley8349 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Regarding the retaining wall, can you put plant cover that covers the wall or in the wall .. Like vines (sweet potatoes), etc. I think the wall brings charm to the property as well..❤ 0:04

    • @scottstanley8349
      @scottstanley8349 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a smaller retaining wall in front of the existing wall??..❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great ideas. We have been enjoying the sweet potato vines but just wish they weren't annuals.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We were just discussing that today!

  • @ronbranch4029
    @ronbranch4029 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking good! Pizza, Rose, a rainy day...and the Olympics. Hard to go wrong.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can say that again. Wish we could repeat the same day every now and then.

  • @GardenGamgam
    @GardenGamgam 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You two work so well together,your creations are spectacular

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much 😀

  • @darrylblack1022
    @darrylblack1022 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and time with us. You have done an amazing work of art on your property. Have you looked into the stone and the roof for poss damage as you showed damage to the door frame area. Also, a suggestion for the back door area since you have that pilar there, research what you can find on the property plans and history, if can't find out why perhaps just start a deck extension tying into the current.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We've been looking into the history of it and have a few leads. And yep, we're going to be sure there's no further damage for sure. Pesky water will find a way, right?

  • @GearyYates
    @GearyYates 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Build and plant an espalier! Some of the wall will show through but focus will be the planting!
    Love joining you guys each week!

    • @snarky_farmer
      @snarky_farmer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That would be gorgeous! ( even with dwarf fruit trees. aka "deer buffet" )

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah, that is an excellent idea and we hadn't considered that before. Thanks!!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh definitely. 😉

  • @DavidHall-ge6nn
    @DavidHall-ge6nn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Guys, I don't much care what you're up to, I just want a ringside seat to watch the shenanigans transpire. "Riveting," as Todd so aptly put it. I enjoyed the mini retrospective on your projects. The contrast between before and after really brought home the transformation you've accomplished. Be it lush vegetation outdoors or mountain-luxe interior improvements, you should be very proud of your progress. I always love hanging out with you two for a bit on Sundays!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      As Todd just said when I read your comment out loud, "folks really like us!" 😉 That made our day, thanks. Also, 'mountain-luxe interior improvements' should be our new branding. Love it.

  • @nicogerben
    @nicogerben 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Perhaps grow a non invasive vine to cover the wall

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That is right up our alley! Thanks.

  • @RazorbackYellow
    @RazorbackYellow 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For the shaded area, I have found that Dogwoods are beautiful and they grow well in the shady area.

  • @marksiezure3285
    @marksiezure3285 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For the concrete pillar... it could support a sculpture of some sort ( animal, figural or abstract), or hold a large decorative planter.
    The retaining wall.. plant a mixture azaleas, boxwoods , kalmias, rhododendrons , etc as the backdrop, with shorter plants, bulbs in front.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We appreciate the recs! We're definitely leaning towards a decorative planter lately. And we like the idea of a mixture of these plants too! Great combo!

  • @Bert-sh8te
    @Bert-sh8te 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The concrete pillar could be used as a base for a cool sculpture or light fixture. I enjoy your projects.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah, we hadn't even considered using it as a base for a light. Great idea, thanks!

  • @scottstanley8349
    @scottstanley8349 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would put a light on the stone pillar by the front door!..❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great idea! We're noticing that several have mentioned that a light is a good option, so we're leaning towards just that. Thanks!

  • @silvertaurus952
    @silvertaurus952 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your achievements so far impressive. And each of your vlog has a special phenomenon. Even during rainy, stormy weather, your warm, positive vibes also flow from screen. So don't worry T & R , your nothing to do will be worth to watching too. 😘

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We appreciate hearing that! Thank you. We always strive to make a worthwhile vlog, so that is great to hear. Take care!🙂

  • @kbVACArestatecarsnrvs
    @kbVACArestatecarsnrvs 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nothing like a rainy day inside doing things you've put off. It's so peaceful up there. When you were outside and the birds were chirping away, I felt like I was there and it was so relaxing (since I have my ear plugs in)! The plants look so happy and healthy. That block thingee at the front door.....just paint it to match the house (?) and put a huge plant on it that cascades down all around it (something that would live year round). Does it/did it have any electric to it? Maybe used to be a lamp post or other lighting feature? You always ask but you'll figure out something on your own. Can't wait for the door install!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We haven't noticed any electrical on it (the cord that was in the shot was from our lights that we added for the hill). But that is a good idea for sure. Glad you enjoyed the birds! As we were editing it, I kept hearing them in the background (also with headphones on) and thought it was so peaceful too. Couldn't resist and had to keep those clips in there. 🧑🏼‍🎤

  • @marcoaureliocavalcante
    @marcoaureliocavalcante 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job, guys. Whatever you decide to do, you show love, respect and enjoyment in every detail you create. There are some tree-creeper that you can cover the wall you said you don't like. I truly trust your good taste. Whatrever you decide, it will fit harmoniously. LOVE, LIVE, LEARN n LAUGH MAC

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Tree creeper might just do the trick! Thanks for the kind words. We're glad that folks are enjoying our style around here. Cheers 👍

  • @barbhaley1820
    @barbhaley1820 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My birthday, November 3rd. I love you guys. Your sense of style is Amazing

  • @RazorbackYellow
    @RazorbackYellow 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love to use Landscape timbers that will take away some of the look of the landscape wall. Just a thought

  • @marktitus8516
    @marktitus8516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just need to add an orchid to that pottery vase

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ahh, now that's a fantastic idea!

  • @leonduplessis
    @leonduplessis 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It is really nice to see what the three of you do to relax when the weather is not great. I love some of your ideas for the bookcase. I am trying to not get too bored with things as I am still recovering from my operation and have two more tests this month to go too. Wishing you guys all the best in the week ahead.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you as always. We hope the recovery keeps going well for you!🙂

  • @zuzanaaddo
    @zuzanaaddo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your house and garden look absolutely amazing… excited for new updates… ❤❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @FranWhorton-of5ql
    @FranWhorton-of5ql 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Birdsong is always lovely....you're absolutely right! Your landscaping project turned out really lush. Just takes a little work, forethought, and love.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @derekmorrison4191
    @derekmorrison4191 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks great‼️

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! 😍

  • @Norton4080
    @Norton4080 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I decorate for Fall/Halloween the following weekend after Labor Day. And decorate for Christmas the day after Halloween.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh, you are speaking our language!! Love to hear that. 🍂

  • @GoBlue79
    @GoBlue79 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Retaining wall: pressure wash and apply "spray cork" (with color tint). Choose the right color to blend into the hillside earth tones).
    Spray cork will have a natural look plus seal the garden block to help prevent erosion. It will last a long time: used on exterior of homes a lot.
    Great "day" at the mountain house - your pottery piece is so cool - and NO PLANTS were purchased! Really? HA!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well that is certainly a new one for us, so we're going to research that one next. Thanks! And yes, hard to believe, no plants! But that just means we're saving up for more soon, I guess. 😉🌱

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The garden is looking good. Before removing the brick stand, you need to investigate. I wonder if it is there to hide a shut-off valve or similar? In the meantime, you can spruce it up with a color concrete stucco and put a statue on top or an Urn planter.
    Wally is one very lucky boy.
    The paint and shelf look great.❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yep, definitely will investigate if we ever decide to remove it. I think for now, we'll be covering it up a bit, or at least disguising it. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @oldsouthpaw
    @oldsouthpaw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Those strip lights are the coolest things, you can change them with the seasons, I'm a Christmas guy my self I like the tree up early and I take it down late. Merry Merry, great video guys! You can put a bird bath on top of the block cube and enjoy the birds, and English Ivy vine would grow on wall.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! We'll totally be doing just that at Christmas. 😉 Here's the Amazon listing: amzn.to/3WAAlAt

  • @ScottRandolph-dd7dr
    @ScottRandolph-dd7dr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🎉 Barefoot Summer....As always, l enjoy your adventures at the cabin. Thanks for the flashbacks. Memories are made as we experience life's journey. Light House greetings from coastal Mississippi and Happy August to y'all. 👋🧔🐻🤠

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Very well spoken. Thank you. And happy August to you as well!

    • @ScottRandolph-dd7dr
      @ScottRandolph-dd7dr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@toddandrob ❤️

  • @snarky_farmer
    @snarky_farmer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey y'all!! Looks like we'll be drowning in your "wish" for the rain to continue. Not sure how much is expected up y'all's way but were looking at 30" potential. I think the goats may need swimmies. Everything is looking fantastic there. Beautiful transformation since y'all purchased it. Be safe, babies! ❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Howdy! Ah, here's hoping the storm doesn't stall out because that sure is a lot of rain...too much. Thanks for tuning in and say hello to the goats for us!

  • @SimonHayday
    @SimonHayday 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Boys the garden looks awesome x

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We appreciate it! We're loving how everything has started filling in and getting more and more green.

  • @marktitus8516
    @marktitus8516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would extend roof line along that door to keep water and snow away from that entry

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We've been toying with the idea of perhaps a modern looking awning too.

    • @marktitus8516
      @marktitus8516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@toddandrob maybe add a slight slope so water runs the other way also. Or maybe extend it out so you have an all season entry. That could help make that other planting bed change a little

  • @robertdurkin7596
    @robertdurkin7596 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Todd and Rob and wally, wally looks great and healthy!
    Cool photo frame on, shelves looks with beautiful green, changes lights in colors, I love antique laturn !
    Your gardening is so lovely! Good job, Todd and Rob!☺️🤟🎶🎸🦋🐞👋🌲❤️

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Yep, we've been thoroughly enjoying the gardening lately as it's all thriving so much. Thanks for watching!

  • @Lopakanui
    @Lopakanui 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I see someone already suggested a lighting fixture on top of the concrete pillar. That thought also crossed my mind as well as possibly turning it into a pedestal for a large urn style planter. I would first to it off with a larger slab of cement that is about an inch and a half to 2" thick and overhanging the pillar by around an inch or 2. I love your wall. There's a lot of potential there. Whatever you decide to do with the pillar could be carried over across the top of the wall at equal intervals of 8'-10'. Along the top edge of the wall, you could plant creeping thyme and/ or phlox as well a some Japanese garden juniper. I would personally keep your plantings along the bottom of the wall low for the most part. Tall plants in my opinion would make it look overgrown.
    I've really enjoyed your videos. You guys are great!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wow, great recs! We appreciate it. And we agree, shorter plants would definitely make the space along the wall look less overgrown.

  • @juanramos.jr.7948
    @juanramos.jr.7948 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I like the piece of art and how the whole project came together 😊😊😊❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We appreciate it! Crazy how much one little upgrade makes a change, huh? Thanks for tuning in!

  • @stevehofmaster4292
    @stevehofmaster4292 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another awesome video you guy's ❤everything is looking super fantastic 😊love to Wally too.❤❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @lindylou3519
    @lindylou3519 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You guys are always a joy to watch no matter what you are up to.❤ I don’t mind the retaining wall but you could always plant evergreens in front of it.
    Looking forward to Fall. In October I always go spend a week with my daughter in North Carolina. (I live in middle GA…would love to move to NC.) We rent a cabin or a bungalow & carve pumpkins, pop popcorn, have coke floats & watch scary movies! LOVE Halloween! It’s our favorite!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad to hear it! We try to keep these vlogs entertaining no matter the size of the projects. 🙂 And we're right there with you on fall and Halloween! So ready.

  • @kennethrich6875
    @kennethrich6875 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Enjoyed hanging out with you guys. Much love and support ❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And we appreciate it! Thanks for following along!

  • @Jebm3yt
    @Jebm3yt 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That episode ending view looked like a Thomas Kinkade painting

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Now that you say it, we see it too! The rain was tapering off and the fog had started to move in and we just knew it would be a cool shot. Thanks for watching!👍

  • @vikkichafouleas1265
    @vikkichafouleas1265 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Also you could paint the cinder block and place a planter on top with cascading plants ,a girl could dream

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cascading and painting! Love it.

  • @ThomasSpencer-eh5sh
    @ThomasSpencer-eh5sh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thoroughly enjoy your decorating ideas. Could do with a little less giggling

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ha, well I (Rob) was named 'wittiest' in high school some 24 years ago, so the giggling might be here to stay for better or worse. 🙃 Thanks for tuning in.

  • @dancer-rh4if
    @dancer-rh4if 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Consider boxwood plants in front of your retaining wall. The deer won't eat them and they are green all year long. Also consider a "burning bush" plant where that strange block element is located.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good ideas! We hadn't considered those yet. Thanks!

  • @pandabear153
    @pandabear153 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sending warm embraces to you two young gentlemen and Wally from sunny northwestern Minnesota. We still are waiting for some heat up here! 😊❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Wish we could bottle up some of the heat and send it your way. We're ready for fall! 😉

  • @johnbrydon9960
    @johnbrydon9960 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi guys just discovered your channel absolutely love it.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Awesome! And welcome! Hope you enjoy the adventures.

  • @rockyroad-hq7hz
    @rockyroad-hq7hz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That concrete pillar in front of your front door should have a light fixture on top. Looks like a dark corner with the tall trees behind it.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That is a good idea. We have been thinking a light or a cascading plant today. Thanks!

  • @nancyborden5860
    @nancyborden5860 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm living in the beautiful wild through your videos! Nice to see such happy guys loving their lives and sharing it with us , 😊❤.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Our pleasure! Glad you're enjoying all of our antics and whatnot that we get into over these videos. We're having a blast! 👍

  • @kingglizzer
    @kingglizzer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I loved "choose your own adventure" books, and made sure I found all the good and bad results. You need to invite Brian Monahan to help out so it doesn't rain. You're probably going to have more rain with tropical storm (soon to be hurricane) Debby bringing more water inland.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yep, we enjoyed those books as well as kids. And we'll be keeping an eye on the impending storm. Hoping it doesn't stall out because that would be a lot of rain on the coast.

  • @claymccleery9451
    @claymccleery9451 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your pot, Rob!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! One of these days I'm going to set up a pottery studio in our workshop.

  • @The-JMartian
    @The-JMartian 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Problem with decoratives plants is that in the winter they all die and it is lot of work time and money that could go somewhere also , your house is looking beautiful, did you guys put any thoughts in upgrade it to a NetZero solar mountain house

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yep, we agree with that on the decorative plants. We have to keep that in mind a lot, but we have been enjoying adding evergreens in places more and more. And we've been toying with adding a small solar panel, but not ready to take that step just yet. Our roof doesn't get a tremendous amount of sunlight.

    • @The-JMartian
      @The-JMartian 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@toddandrob what state are you my panels are hanging in the fence and back house wall facing south east, panels in the roof with snow isn't very practical , I am 💯 porcent off grid

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good to know. We are in Georgia (in the northern part of the state).

  • @EdwardYoung-s5n
    @EdwardYoung-s5n 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pompous grass would do great to hide the wall.

  • @anthonyporthouse9114
    @anthonyporthouse9114 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey you two and Wally
    Looks great guys love it all...as for the retaining wall you could reface it with sandstone or encase it with wire and line it with river rocks or plant some trailing plants along the top so they eventually hang over, be the cheapest way to go l guess...the cement block pillar dare l say a statue of David as a water feature 😉 or maybe a large shallow pot of some kind for a bird bath or Rob you could turn your hands to create some master piece. The shelving lights look fantastic love the black and white photo of you both...infact l love everything you have done.
    Cheers 🍻🥂🍹🥃
    Tony and Wollie 🐾

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a great list of recs, thanks! We'll get right on that pottery piece in our spare time. 😉 A statue of David would sure be a hoot to see every time we walked by the door. Haha. Thanks for watching!

  • @LittleFoxCabin
    @LittleFoxCabin 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Leave the wall as is, let the moss take over. Google how to grow moss using buttermilk & watch it transform.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are speaking Todd's language!! He was talking about the buttermilk/moss recipe just the other day. We'll see if that's what we come up with or not, but great idea!

  • @davidmcclellan9959
    @davidmcclellan9959 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    HI TODD AND ROB I JUST GREW MY PUMKINS PLANTS THEY ARE GROWING FAST AND MY TOMATOES PLANTS GROWING FAST TOO LOVE DAVID😀🥰😀🥰🥰🥰🥰

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome to hear that you have pumpkins!

  • @leilaburke7202
    @leilaburke7202 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i love your video❤❤❤ hi from denmark

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @presscompton7842
    @presscompton7842 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful couple

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you 😊

  • @laurelb1962
    @laurelb1962 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The paint and lighting REALLY, made those spaces POP, great job, so pretty.
    I was thinking about that cement piller out the back door and maybe you could paint it, dark green OR black and then put a large pot on it with a viney, type of plant in it, that would look really good. Just a thought 🤔
    Also, while Todd was lighting up those shelves, before, you even mentioned it, i thought to myself, WOW, that would look like a really cool space for Halloween stuff. 👻
    Your place is absolutely beautiful, what a neat place to unwind, create and relax too.
    Many many Blessings to you both,
    Laurel ❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yep, definitely along the lines of what we were thinking too, with painting it or at least disguising it. And then some plant that cascades down. That would make it really change that view completely. Thanks for the kind words! It's fun seeing how much this place has changed over the years.

  • @lynnebriggs6184
    @lynnebriggs6184 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You can plant some climbing vine plants like climbing jasmine maybe? That will disguise the wall and look beautiful. Stay away from ivy because it will grow out of control!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oddly enough, we tried jasmine last year in a spot along the wall and it has been growing ever-so-slowly. Although it did bloom this spring and was nice.

  • @richiej5884
    @richiej5884 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man did your garden grow! Beautiful! Rob, I hope your wrist is on the mend too! Love the work you guys have been doing in the loft. Wally approved! Just a suggestion to help disguise the wall...maybe plant a few low growing evergreens (White Tip Cedar, Spruces, Burning Bushes) And please send some rain up North! It would be really appreciated! And yes, bring on Halloween! ❤🧡💛🤎

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wrist is healing more and more, just still some pain in certain movements. Thanks for checking! And yep, small evergreens would definitely look great in that space for sure.

  • @victorpedersen4422
    @victorpedersen4422 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    last weekend was Pride long weekend here, Vancouver BC

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome! Beautiful area too. 🏳️‍🌈

  • @tranty65
    @tranty65 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Chào hai em thân mến, cuộc sống thế là tốt rồi anh cảm nhận được hai em rất rất hạnh phúc, ngôi nhà rất đẹp và có rừng có hoa không khí trong lành tuyệt vời, anh chúc hai em sức khỏe hạnh phúc và bình yên

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for the kind words. Yes, this is a place for happiness and peace indeed. Cheers!

  • @bluegrassbodhisattva9839
    @bluegrassbodhisattva9839 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Is Telluride Bluegrass Festival better than the Dillard Bluegrass Festival? At least Dillard Bluegrass Festival is local - went both days this year.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We haven't attended the Dillard fest before. I imagine Telluride is a lot larger as it's a 4 day fest and been around for 50+ years now. Worth checking out sometime if you get the opportunity to attend!

    • @bluegrassbodhisattva9839
      @bluegrassbodhisattva9839 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@toddandrob Based on your videos I’d say Telluride is better atmosphere, but with Dillard Bluegrass Festival it has local band and no flight (LOL). I’ll be at Outdoor 76 in Clayton all day (Aug 17th) if you’re in the area stop by and ask for Jamie,I’d love to meet you both.

  • @RheaHolms
    @RheaHolms 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Plant some of your grasses in front of your retaining wall.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We do love some ornamental grasses. Just gotta find some hardy enough to survive our winters.

  • @michaeltucker5752
    @michaeltucker5752 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for sharing…Home Depot has a diy kit for you stairs, red oak ( real wood), about $70 dollars per stair step, not difficult to install, and you can stain any color or be creative and make your own, or use flat flag stone pavers to cover your stairs, endless possibilities…outside retaining wall, use stone pavers to cover the flat concrete, you can “ stain” the wall with a wood color stain or some color you like? Do a test block first, honeysuckle, vinca, morning glory are a few vines that will drape over the wall…you can hide some of the retaining wall by putting up a partial wood fence, only requires 2 or 3 post for 8 foot section, possibilities are endless, get CREATIVE😊😊😊😊

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can say that again... possibilities sure are endless. Thanks for the recommendations, especially on the DiY stair replacement options. We are excited to finally figure out that project eventually. And morning glory or honeysuckle would look perfect on the retaining wall too. 👍

  • @LuisPerez-ft2rk
    @LuisPerez-ft2rk 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The previous owners probably had a small safe in that hole under the shelves.

  • @Joel-lq5gl
    @Joel-lq5gl 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You guys are beautiful👬

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😍

  • @bar-b9431
    @bar-b9431 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your plants are thriving! I see your Creeping Jenny has done quite well. As the Grim Reaper of plants, I succeeded in killing all of mine in the gardens. Regarding you wall that rises uo like a pillar...have you considered adding a piece of tall statuary atop it?

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If there's one thing that grows well here, it's creeping jenny. It even survived and came back after winter, which was surprising. And good recommendation, we hadn't thought of that yet.

  • @claymccleery9451
    @claymccleery9451 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Plant a few climbers, on the retaining wall.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thinking we need to add some for sure. We've tried yellow jasmine but it's been slow to spread over the past year. 🤞

    • @claymccleery9451
      @claymccleery9451 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I planted bittersweet, red honeysuckle and clematis. All thriving (my jasmine...not so good). Also, I planted creeping phlox to cascade over my sidewalk edge. You could "hang" it over your wall edge?🌸🌼🌺

  • @jeannerenaud7447
    @jeannerenaud7447 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you guys live there in the winter ? Youve done a wonderful job !

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! And yep, over the winter as well. Mostly mild here with occasional frigid cold snaps.

  • @boydpease4103
    @boydpease4103 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'll just sit here on that shelf as a covering spot spot so don't mind me except that cubby beneath me!!
    That cement column may lead to a secret shelter for double knot spies!
    Climbing Blue Sprice still good for zone 7 & that there retaining wall!!
    Vote for gravel that matches slate color for continuity with the uniqueverse of Todd & Rob!
    ♥️🤠🏳️‍🌈🤠♥️
    Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair & a love-in there🌸🪻🥀

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We'll save you a seat. And good idea on the blue spruce. We'll have to check that out if we can find some. We have the blue spruce stone crop spread out on the slope already and it's been doing ok so far.

  • @lindakleiner5734
    @lindakleiner5734 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi is that block plinth in a good spot to mount an outside light pole on to give nice light to your back door? Maybe ferns coming out of the retainer walls n draping would cover.❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're right! A light would look good in that area as well as some cascading plants too. I'm sure we'll work some magic and it'll all look wonderful in no time. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @vikkichafouleas1265
    @vikkichafouleas1265 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Side door ete sore you can get a large ceramic vase / water fountain in front of it , maybe baby???

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh, Todd has been dreaming of a water feature for sure!

  • @jamesjohnson5341
    @jamesjohnson5341 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How is your wrist Rob? Love to you both and Wally .James ❤❤❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's been healing slowly but I'm able to use it more and more. Still have pain when I bend it in certain directions though. Thanks for checking!

  • @davidmcclellan9959
    @davidmcclellan9959 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    YEAH THAT WHY I GOT GREEN THUMBS FROM MY GRANDPA WHEN HE DIED 1987 THAT WHEN IT HAPPEND LOVE DAVID😀🥰😀🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @richardnault9493
    @richardnault9493 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Years ago at the time we had a new kitchen installed, in a hidden area, we put in a time capsule that would make it clear that we were a gay married couple. Hopefully, in the far-off future, someone will find it, surprise, surprise surprise !! We had just said that you should make a time capsule under your bottom shelf, then a second later you said something about making a time capsule. Great gay minds thinking alike !!!

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love that!! We're still daydreaming about what to put in ours but we're definitely going to do that. 👍

  • @calvind2054
    @calvind2054 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I don’t think you should try removing that retaining wall. Might prove too disastrous given the hill it seems to be holding in place. With the mild earthquakes the East Coast has been experiencing over the past few years, no telling how much of that hill may have been disturbed already.
    I like the brick used on the retaining wall, it has a bit of character to me. But you are looking close up and surely see it differently.
    Having said that, maybe you could build something in front of and around the wall. So your idea to cover it up works. A different type of brick for instance. A really big project however. Its just one suggestion.
    While I’m here, how are you guys going to travel up and down that mountain safely if there’s lots of snow? Weather patterns are changing, even in GA. Hope you are not climate deniers, never know.

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We're all about the weather here, and yep, climate change is up on us all. So far, our 2 winters here have been fairly mild with only an occasional few days of very frigid temps. And we haven't had any snow minus a few flurries. We have some backup plans if we ever do get a good snowstorm, however. Our vehicle is all wheel drive as well. Thanks for the recs on the wall. I think we'll be leaving it in place for sure. And we're leaning towards some low growing evergreens to start with. Cheers 👍

  • @boydpease4103
    @boydpease4103 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey buddy dudes! Wanted to pass on info about blue cypress tree
    Around these parts TX there are two varieties available.
    Carolina blue cypress and Arizona Ice blue cypress.
    The Arizona does have a nice blue except it is rather prone to fungus issues especially now when climate change has increased fungus in the environment and unless catched in time the tree dies
    Arizona may need closer monitoring to watch for browning on branches normally begin closer to trunk
    Aaaanuway fungus sensitivity is now another consideration for planting choices and using well drainage conglomerates of soil and water egress and thinning branches to increase air circulation
    Aaaanyway Wally would tell ya'll the same❤

    • @toddandrob
      @toddandrob  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good to know! Hate that fungus is among us nowadays with certain plants/trees. We'll check these out though. Thanks again. 🙂

    • @boydpease4103
      @boydpease4103 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @toddandrob Carolina Dreamin more tolerant🎤