One egg for breakfast ! Great job with the logs :) But your always driving in reverse, the blade should always be in front of you so you know what it's doing up or down, Great practice will make a good operator ! Nice to have that warm shop to work on things ,
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid2 күн бұрын
Appreciate the great feedback Don. Thank you! I hope you're having a great year so far!
@jamesellar77333 күн бұрын
LOL! I am impressed. You remind me of when my wife was learning to drive our polairs ranger. I was almost deaf from her screams and laughter. Good job!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid3 күн бұрын
Haha thanks so much James! ☺️
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid3 күн бұрын
Btw, Solo our pet chicken who's in the house with us laid her 1st egg! She lay early morning everyday.😊
@DonaldMcCormick-o4z3 күн бұрын
Keep practicing and you'll be a pro. Running it.
@frederickmoller3 күн бұрын
Yeah it's a piece of cake, but at the same time be wary about Brutus as it can hurt you or worse, just thinking of your welfare.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid3 күн бұрын
Thank you so much Donald.☺️
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid3 күн бұрын
Thank you Frederick!☺️ Brutus Maximus will be handled well, Philippe will never let me operate without his knowledge.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid3 күн бұрын
It's so fun that I just want to stay in the excavator! But I want to be able to do something useful and not just practice. But he won't let me, yet. Do you think I'm ready?😊 Thank you for watching.
@daveshort52815 күн бұрын
Philippe is not a bad instructor. Good use of the tum.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid4 күн бұрын
Thank you! He's happy to hear☺️
@daveshort52815 күн бұрын
Great job Divine. Maybe I will come do some training with you as I am a ticketed operator.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid4 күн бұрын
That's awesome Dave, thank you! But I think I'll be a pro by the time you come for a visit! 😄 haha
@janking21936 күн бұрын
You can do it, Divine! You just need to practice the skills. It's a series of steps, each with its own goal. Don't give up! Philippe makes it look smooth and easy because he builds on his skills.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid6 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the encouragement! I'll keep practicing until I get there!☺️
@henkdevries50426 күн бұрын
Keep learning Divine! Takes time but you are on track!😊
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid6 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Henk!☺️
@frederickmoller6 күн бұрын
A piece of cake once you get used to the machine, I operated a similar Kubota for 7 years in an underground gold mine in Northern Ontario Canada.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid6 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Frederick!☺️
@jamesellar77337 күн бұрын
My wife is Fillipene and I have explained things to her. I think your on overload. LOL. But its good to know. Good luck. I enjoy your channel.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid7 күн бұрын
Thank you so much James! I am glad you are enjoying the channel. Kumusta to your lovely wife!☺️
@billelsener61929 күн бұрын
Breaking old habits takes a lot of time. Raven will be your fighter against anything ( man or beast) that would try to harm anyone on your property. God bless you both. ❤🙌👏🙏
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
Thank you Bill. I hope all is well with you and your wife.
@billelsener61929 күн бұрын
@wife has been diagnosed with gall bladder cancer that has spread to her liver.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
@billelsener6192 oh I am so sorry to hear Bill. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
@billelsener6192 Bill are you in Canada?
@billelsener61929 күн бұрын
@ no. I live in Bowling Green Ky
@billelsener61929 күн бұрын
Breaking old habits takes a lot of time. Raven will be your fighter against anything ( man or beast) that would try to harm anyone on your property. God bless you both. ❤🙌👏🙏
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
Thank you so much Bill.
@AlaskanFreedom9 күн бұрын
Don't worry, when the truck is crushing Philippe, he won't care where you lift it. A few days later he might though.....hehe. Great skills to have. Nice to see he's taking the time to teach and explain everything. Makes you a stronger team.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
Haha thanks so much Jay. We'll do everything we can to avoid situations like this but it's better that I am prepared as well as emotionally ready. Btw, tell Elleine I just made brazo de mercedes 😋
@NanieMaaño9 күн бұрын
Perfect job Divine..practice makes perfect!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!☺️
@onthehillhomestead20710 күн бұрын
Just done with across your channel. My family I just moved from an island in Ketchikan, Alaska next to British Columbia. We bought an off grid homestead in Northern Maine. I love your channel.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid9 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you're enjoying the channel so far. I am sure you prefer Maine than Alaska?☺️
@henkdevries504210 күн бұрын
Great job Divine!! You GOT this!😊
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thanks for cheering always Henk! Hope all is well with you.
@bobmonztr10 күн бұрын
Check the engine hours, practice 20hrs, make a check list to run through your head while learning, aux pow, position of the blade, using the blade to stabilize loads. The Feb video of Divine running maximus will be great.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
One day, I will show you how I do it like a pro! Haha. Although, it will take a while but it's going to happen. Thanks so much Bob.
@littlegriffoffgridalberta683710 күн бұрын
Always nice to drive with the blade in front of you then you know it can clean your path as you go 👍, Good training for on the homestead :) One never knows when booboo's can happen, Phillip just give her the log to play wit while you take the dogs for a walk & she will catch on :) Good practice Divine, Take care guy's"
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thanks Don! If only I have a lot of time, I would be with Maximus for sure! But it's not the case. One day, I'll show you how I'm good, haha!
@garypollard877610 күн бұрын
working under pressure and stress is harder to learn but you did very well and Phillippe is a happy instructor. "I am dead by now" Ha Ha. More time spent just on playing and familiarizing with the controls will give you more of the feel of how Maximus works. Don't get overwhelmed by it all. Good work to you both.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thank you do much Gary. I appreciate the kind words and the support.☺️
@lornatowegishig181910 күн бұрын
😂just a natural Divine couple giggles kool video
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!☺️
@michelletique25910 күн бұрын
Make a checklist for each machine ! It should be welcome in your remote location.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thanks Michel. Yes, we are working on the checklist as we speak, not only for us but also for someone who would stay here in the future in case we want to go on vacation.
@frederickmoller10 күн бұрын
All good stuff to know, I learned all about the mini excavator with out training, I just read the operator's manual and previously I was taught how to operate a railmounted compressed air excavator that operated on the exact principal as a mini excavator. Though on railway steel wheels in an underground gold mine digging drainage ditches in keep the railway ties fom premature rotting.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your experience and knowledge!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid10 күн бұрын
It's better to be prepared. But I need a lot of practice. Learning some of the skills that Philippe knows give me confidence. And I won't feel useless when it comes to dealing with emergencies. One day at a time. Thank you for watching.
@strawberries141110 күн бұрын
Maybe film the processes that are more difficult/intricate, can rewatch, remember and practice..💪
@johnhardison814513 күн бұрын
While I do enjoy watching your videos since I am also married to a Filipino I will stop watching if Philippe does not stop using the f-word because it is absolutely unnecessary and offensive!!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid12 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching John. I appreciate your feedback and will keep that in mind.
@garypollard877613 күн бұрын
Well now Divine, I think your determination will win out and you are getting the hang of it. Well done Girl. Phillippe is a patient teacher and also wise looking out for your skills and advise you on best practise. Remember safety is important as well. Don't forget Solo out there all alone in the cold. Love seeing all your animals happy and healthy and loved. I wish you all much success this year.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid12 күн бұрын
I appreciate the wonderful feedback and your comment made me smile, thank you so much Gary.☺️
@hipichicfazio775813 күн бұрын
Practice makes perfect,, you're doing great Divine!! Raven is doing great too 😊
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching. I appreciate the kind feedback. ☺️
@henkdevries504213 күн бұрын
Good job Divine! Firewood keeps you warm in many ways right? Doggie training seems to work well! Our builder went bankrupt so we took over the control of our build ourselves now. The speed is back!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
Thanks Henk! I hope you're enjoying the build yourself?
@canadians221413 күн бұрын
RAVEN IS COMING ALONG GOOD WITH HIS COMMANDS. HE IS THE BEST, SUCH A GOOD GUY.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
Thank you!☺️
@floridatrader102713 күн бұрын
Good vid. Ty
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
There are many reasons why Philippe never let me use an axe, a chainsaw and other tools that might injure myself. But he recently realized that I need to learn these important skills. For me to learn and in case something happens to him, I can do them myself. I'm scared. I feel too weak to trust myself that I can do it. Lesson started today by splitting some firewood. Please don't judge my skill. What do you think? Am I close enough? To being a pro? Haha. Thank you for watching.❤
@strawberries141113 күн бұрын
You go lady.. it's always good to learn new things even when we are not comfortable with it, knowhow and experienc especially when it's needed for survival is very important. Watch the proces, give yourself some credit, we might not be as strong but when we understand processes we can always find a more suitable way for us to do things with more confidence..💪
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid12 күн бұрын
@strawberries1411 thank you so much for watching and for the wonderful feedback, I appreciate you.☺️
@AnishinaabeTrevorC13 күн бұрын
Beautiful Pup !! What breed is he?❤️🤗
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid13 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!☺️ Willow is purebred great pyrenees and his son Raven is mixed great pyrenees and maremma
@canadians221417 күн бұрын
HOW HAS RAVEN BEEN BEHAVING LATELY.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thank you for asking about Raven. He's been doing great! Him and Willow are still on training and Raven is improving everyday while Willow is always stubborn. They are still not together tho and we don't want to risk it.
@fredk413617 күн бұрын
Love the underground shelter May be you should find a way to protect it when it rain
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thank you so much Fred. I don't think we can do anything about water going in the hole but we'll see in the spring.
@jim-z5g4y17 күн бұрын
GOOD DAY GOOD VIDEOS,MAY I SUGGEST YOU MAKE A BOX FOR YOUR CHAINSAW TO MUCH SNOW GETTING ON IT MAY BE FROZEN AT TIMES HAVE A GOOD DAY ---JIMBO
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Jim, I'm glad you enjoyed the video.☺️ Philippe has a shop where he stores all his tools and they're fine since it's not too cold, yet.
@classysmart17 күн бұрын
Although I do not miss raking and shoveling snow when I was leaving North East, it certainly looks beautiful in your property. Enjoy! 🌬❄️☃️
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!☺️ hope you're having a great year so far.
@SandyRuby-kh3lf17 күн бұрын
Enjoy very much your videos, we have 4 inches of snow in south central Pennsylvania with cold temps. What accent does Philippe have? Thanks for sharing your life.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Philippe is French Canadian.☺️
@yancyhebert993717 күн бұрын
Fabulous video and Ms Devine your winter hat is perfect. Thanks for sharing
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thanks so much.☺️
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
I hope you're having a great year so far! We are very excited about this year. Our goal is simple: Never give up and just continue doing our best every single day. We have faith and trust that greater things are on their way. Thank you for joining us on this journey.
@ThisOffGridLife17 күн бұрын
We are hoping winter shows up one of these days for us. It's been so warm!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Sending some your way!☺️
@floridatrader102717 күн бұрын
Your video captured everything. I loved the drone shots. Stay warm
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid17 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I appreciate your support.☺️
@danachancey765519 күн бұрын
Loved the video ❤ Stay warm!
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid18 күн бұрын
Thank you so much Dana, I am glad you enjoyed the video.☺️
@yancyhebert993719 күн бұрын
OMG no mosquitoes lol. Thanks for sharing
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid18 күн бұрын
Right!?☺️ another reason why we love winter. Thanks for watching!
@MileyVoisard19 күн бұрын
amazing!
@littlegriffoffgridalberta683720 күн бұрын
Another good one guy's :) & you even get the skidoo out for a ride 👍, Enjoy the fires while the weather is warm :) Stay safe take care"
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid20 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Don!☺️
@bobmonztr20 күн бұрын
The sun disintegrates that material, next one you buy paint it with RV roof paint, lasts 15 years, has a 200f flash point, won't propagate fire. Almost 60F warmer here this winter, even saw rain last week. Solar still sucks here 7kw days since Nov 8.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid20 күн бұрын
Thank you so much Bob. I hope you had a great start to the New Year.
@robertnachtsheim359420 күн бұрын
Happy New Year !! 🐾🐾tyfs🐾🐾
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid20 күн бұрын
Happy new year Robert!☺️ Thank you for your support.
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid20 күн бұрын
Today was a great day! Coz everything worked out. You know what I mean?😊 It was a very productive day indeed. Thanks for watching.
@ElsaTubalinal22 күн бұрын
Merry Christmas.❤
@ThisisOurLifeOffGrid21 күн бұрын
Thanks Ate! I hope you had a great Christmas as well! ☺️