I grew up with a dad who expected perfection in every task, his dad did that to him also. It was so bad that I often was fearful of even trying something because I couldn’t handle the consequence of failure. When I got to college in one of my first engineering classes, I learned about optimum engineering. If you engineer every component to perfection, the cost is often so prohibitive that you simply can’t sell the product. So you engineer it to meet the requirements of the job, with materials and tolerances that are acceptable and will survive a reasonable lifespan at a reasonable cost. Let the perfection go. Accomplish three tasks with optimum quality to do the job instead of the one task with perfection. It isn’t settling for less, it is accomplishing more. I am 71 now, and I have accomplished so much more because I learned that valuable lesson. It truly set me free.
@sydneywood45112 жыл бұрын
Amazing comment. Thank you
@SoloRenegade2 жыл бұрын
the pursuit of perfection is evil. (I'm a Mechanical Engineer, among other things)
@Pilot3332 жыл бұрын
Thank You!
@Growingdopamine8182 жыл бұрын
Very valuable info.. Something I'd like to think my grandfather would share to me growing up, if I ever had one. Good knowledge 🙂
@brandyD332 жыл бұрын
The comment section for this video is proving itself to be a treasure trove. A gold mine of wisdom and guidance. Bless you Barry.
@broadway.duchess5 ай бұрын
That chicken coop is ingenious. I salute you!🤩👏
@spir5102 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I am 75 years old, I have gardened for 50 years, and still run into failures and problems. I think many farmers and even gardeners need the encouragement that it’s OK to fail. Just learn from those failures, and keep going. Please keep reminding us that failure is OK, and even beneficial. Thanks.
@ElderlyFatGuy2 жыл бұрын
Perfection is overrated. Humble pride in your accomplishments and gratitude for the help you received along the way will sustain you even in the worst times.
@SoloRenegade2 жыл бұрын
more than overrated. the pursuit of perfection is quite literally evil. it causes all manner of problems.
@brandyD332 жыл бұрын
These are words to live by. Thanks Dave.
@Gforceracing202 жыл бұрын
1:00 Look at the guns on Anne, Dang Girl!!!!
@joesjunkgarage2 жыл бұрын
I think we all have, at times found it difficult to ask for help from others! One thing that has helped me realize this, other people have skills, knowledge that I do not poses. I can offer someone my knowledge to help them! We all need others to enrich our lives! If we were to stay alone, and never ask for help it would be a lonely existence.
@dwighthires31632 жыл бұрын
I came to see you from Billy at Perma Pastures. I like your attitude so I subscribed. May you flourish in all you do.
@HoneycombHideaway3 ай бұрын
That chicken coop is BRILLIANT!
@larscw742 жыл бұрын
I just love the fact you have donkey's as lifestock guards, they are perfect for that. I think donkey's are hilarious animals too.
@keithmcdaniels16322 жыл бұрын
You do more in a day than most people do in a year. One of the reasons I like to watch your channel is the growth and expansion of what you are doing. I think what we’ve all watch you go through in the last year taught us to not give up and I’m sure all those people that helped you will get back paid back tenfold. Generosity is its own reward. Stray strong.. make videos about anything and I’ll watch it!
@Fehren_Hi2 жыл бұрын
That is theeeee best chicken coop I've seen!!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 brilliant!!!!
@harmonysalem9377 Жыл бұрын
Merci from Montreal, Canada. Thank you for the humble things.
@teresamccoy5962 ай бұрын
Love those cattle wire trellises!!!!❤❤
@jerryarnold45837 ай бұрын
I was surprised to learn how much clay was in the ground here in TN! 😮
@MyBacktrail Жыл бұрын
As a person living off grid on 20 acres in the Montana forest, I think livestock guardian dogs are over-rated. Why spend all that money on the Name and then do two years of training, when you can literally train and use any mid/large dog to do the same thing? Granted, it always depends on the dog, but my German Shepherd chases off bears and never runs away, while my neighbor can't let his Great Pyranese loose because it attacks his chickens. It is a sweet dog though. But not worth the price.
@ericwaddle36 ай бұрын
Our Pit/heeler mix and mini Aussie keep everything out of our yard. However they know not to touch the chickens or goats.
@johnzempel40352 жыл бұрын
What a cool lady!
@patriciatinkey26772 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel- & (of course) subscribed right away! I know that "but what if it won't work the way I want it to" fear. Press on, no-one is perfect! Thanks for sharing!
@helderlage2 жыл бұрын
all the best for your journey... the courage to assume humility is rare, congratulations
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much :)
@iakkatz1282 жыл бұрын
Giving is easy, getting is hard. Pride gets in the way.
@Everyday_Foreman2 жыл бұрын
As fpr rusty tools. I live in southwest FL and what I have found that works is oil base polyurethane. Coat the metal surface with this and the rush won't cause you any problem. I'm tried all the other things that people say
@SawdustmakerLori2 жыл бұрын
You've accomplished more than seems humanly possible. Keep the faith and take it one day at a time. Always enjoy your video's and adventures on the farm!!! Happy holidays from AZ!
@conquererification2 жыл бұрын
Love that chicken coop.
@42invincible2 жыл бұрын
Thanks once again Anne for putting it out there and forever wearing your heart on your sleeve . I learned a long time ago that stress is only an attempt to meet ones own expectations of ones self and an imperfect perfect can also be good enough at times. Live long and prosper young Jedi
@ourgardeningadventure2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I are literally moving from Utah to Nashville this week to a newly purchased 6 acre mini farm. Okay, it’s Nashville, NC but same ideas y’all had 8 years ago. Will be watching many of your videos for sure.
@aliann4182 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! God Bless!
@VanessasVarietyVenue7 ай бұрын
Wow really awesome to see what your doing , my mom use to call me jack of all trades, as I always seemed to have a knack for improvising figuring stuff out and doing what needed to be done with no trading or with just seeing it onve at the drop of a dime i would spring into action I was not squeamish if the pipes broke, if the fence was down if the dogs screw worms and the cats flees or ticks, planting and harvesting climbing trees, gamily memeber called me a tomboy all the while still being and desiring to be a girly girl in everyway. Thanks for the inspiration my husband kept telling me I can do it and now seeing you wow I wasted so many years waiting and being afraid.
@teresamccoy5962 ай бұрын
AWESOME mobile coop!!!
@sasquatchhadarock9682 жыл бұрын
Looks like farming has served your muscle definition well... 👍
@bng94232 жыл бұрын
Loved your words of wisdom. A good lesson for all.
@heidilarkin30742 жыл бұрын
I love that chicken coop.
@brandyD332 жыл бұрын
We have 15 chicken eggs about to crack open in our incubator and it's our very first chicken raising endeavor. Thank you for this video
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Yeeehaw! What a fun adventure you’re embarking on!
@lynxg46412 жыл бұрын
2:06 LMAO Nice summery of your new journey so far, so good and valid points, the "everything doesn't have to look perfect" thing, oh hell yes, I'll raise my hand to also having that problem, hard one to let go, but a necessity if it's just you and you don't want to go crazy.
@alecbasil94592 жыл бұрын
that chicken coop is so cool!!!
@shaylahackett53426 ай бұрын
I love this!! I am so happy to find someone for tips in the same area!
@gungadinn2 жыл бұрын
Anne, for feed storage, the Vittles Boxes are a much better route than using totes like you showed. You can get the Vittles Boxes in up to a 60 pound container size and they are air tight and easily stack-able. I feed my cats a blend of three different dry foods, and use a 60 pound container to dump the bags into, then roll to mix the flavors. Keeps the small sugar ants out as well as keeping the food fresh and dry. You can make removable stall blockers by sandwiching the hog fence panels and 2x4's and make a slot system along the wall. Need more space, lift the panel, move it over and drop into place. I love your mobile chicken coop. The expanded metal flooring is a great idea. I supposed you can skirt the bottom to keep the heat inside during the winter? Your local AG extension office should provide soil testing on the cheap. I have really crappy soil in the area I live. The entire area is loaded with limestone, sometimes only a few inches below the surface. I sent soil samples for 6 areas of the yard, and the report indicated low organic matter and a pH of 8.1. So instead of building the garden in ground, I built raised bed boxes, while I amended the soil with sulfur to buffer the pH.
@josephpadula22832 жыл бұрын
Everyone say the Ag office will do free or low cost soil Testing. Every time I have tried it over the years they say -what? We don’t do that and politely refer me to a commercial company. Perhaps your states fund better than the several zi have lived in.
@bunnyfrancis70062 жыл бұрын
So glad I found you.
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear that!
@KoncoTaniDolanSawah2 жыл бұрын
So inspirational
@rebbecabanuelos58632 жыл бұрын
I love your chicken coop!!
@adammorel80692 жыл бұрын
😯that chicken coop is amazing!
@freyaboodesigns6239 Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic video - thank you.
@andreacrashe98942 жыл бұрын
Anne good to see you are doing great... looking forward to seeing lots more videos... :-) :-)
@anat.heistart6502 жыл бұрын
Your chicken coop is amazing
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Mrrp_huh2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful wisdom, so glad I found your channel from The Nomadic Movement! :)
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement! Is that another channel I need to check out? Did they recommend my channel in a specific video? I’d love to reach out and thank them if you can point me in the right direction!
@mollygarland16352 жыл бұрын
Wow!! I just found you !! Holy Moly . You are my kinda you tuber!!! Thank you !!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Glad you’re here!
@mrbrown662 жыл бұрын
That chicken coop is amazing ! Love the rain water catchment and easy cleaning bottom.
@tamaracoba2 жыл бұрын
You are so inspirational. You don’t just talk about it, you do it, then share. Just awesome.
@castleofcostamesa82912 жыл бұрын
Wow!! I love you Anne! And I love the wise quote from your dad. Thank you dad for the quote!
@papaowl138032 жыл бұрын
When one ask for help, it's a sign of trust. When a community comes together to offer help, it's a sure sign that there's trust in you. This is the way of how small towns work. Ask and they'll be there. Insight Anne Ok? As one who grew up on a farm, it was ask and there were there. From small task to large, help was never very far away. Thanks Anne.
@Guillotinegoth2 жыл бұрын
Great tips and video. thank you.
@valeriemartinez620611 ай бұрын
Thanks to the YT gods I stumbled into your channel and I'm floored at your creative and talented skills. Very inspiring. ❤
@richardcompton25552 жыл бұрын
Anne, so nice to see your vid pop up in my feed. I subscribed to your channel because you are such a awesome teacher as you live out your life. I love the work that you do around your place and look forward to following your journey no matter how long it takes. Thanks for being honest with us. Best regards from Arizona.
@s-c..2 жыл бұрын
Wow, came to this channel to watch this video, 2 hours later I’ve finally watched it! Haven’t looked at your channel for a while, partly cos farms have become sooo expensive here in Australia during the pandemic that I’ve had to put my dreams on hold. You’ve been through so much since I last checked in, but you’ve accomplished so much too, you should be so proud of yourself! Anyway, I’m switching on notifications cos you’re my inspo to get back on track. Sending great vibes your way 💕👍
@sammisworkshops37622 жыл бұрын
Great Video Anne, I also grew up with the whole, perfect in public lifestyle, no I wasn't, but we felt we were supposed to be, being vulnerable and letting people in, eesh, never. AS I grow older I have learned this is a quick way to stress oneself out in a hurry. Roll with the punches and use what you have. And above all, Don't sweat the small stuff, oh and its pretty much all small stuff. Love the channel, stay strong and safe
@rootedlifehomestead1222 жыл бұрын
Okay... U have to say that I absolutely love the chicken coop idea for laying hens on a trailer.
@Autism_Forever2 жыл бұрын
I did ask people for help, including immediate relatives, and they always said "no", so I just ended up running myself into the ground :) After I had a mental breakdown and a shoulder surgery followed by 2 years of physical therapy, I simply stopped doing things. Then people who said "no" noticed things not being done and said "let's go do!" and I said "nope, you are on your own". I guess what I have learned is to not care and distance myself :) My shoulders have almost healed and I am doing just fine :)))
@wildunfurling2 жыл бұрын
You are amazing. Thank you for sharing all that you do. I also need to remember to let the people in. 💛✨Love to you from the North (Saskatchewan)!
@chromeelder34792 жыл бұрын
Loved the video and your reflections on what you learned along the way. Keep up the great work.
@CliffsideStables2 жыл бұрын
Your last segment on this video really hit home...just get on with it even if it’s not perfect! Thanks, Tim in northern TN
@edrosa50792 жыл бұрын
Luv watching your vids GREAT JOB
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@babybalrog2 жыл бұрын
"I brought my dairy goats and livestock guardian donkeys here from Seattle" ... legendary
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
hehe when you've been through what we've been through together, there's no way I was leaving them behind ;)
@yukonjack81032 жыл бұрын
The mobile chicken coop idea is BRILLIANT!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@windylee8982 жыл бұрын
So valuable! Thank you and please keep sharing 💗 AMAZING!
@Skashoon2 жыл бұрын
This is the second video of yours that I’ve watched. I subscribed after seeing you with Justro and then later that day, with Billy Bond. But what really excites me is that you’re much closer than anyone I know. I’m in Camden, about 90 minutes west of Nashville. I have a micro-farm of 1.25-1.5 acres and I raise chickens and pigs. Being age 67 and alone has advantages and disadvantages but I look forward to both. My LGD, Gracie is my constant companion. She look a lot like yours. She’s Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd mix. Her brother, Bob was shot and killed by one of my neighbors in March 28th this year. He was a fantastic guardian dog and had instincts. He taught Gracie how to bark and what to bark at. Sure do miss him. Anyway, perhaps someday I’d like to come to visit your farm. When you get your trades school running online, I would be interested in learning basic welding, nothing fancy. (If I can afford it) There may be other skills I can use too. I’m the worlds worst carpenter. Nothing is ever level, square, flush and plumb, no matter how hard I try. Sheesh! Right now I’m trying to build a small 10x14 storage shed from pallets. But I haven’t figured out how to configure them. I need it desperately since I live in a tiny house that isn’t yet completed. (No indoor plumbing, and just a small, space heater) What I’d give for a flush toilet, kitchen sink and a shower…. Thanks for all of your great ideas and projects. I’ll explore your playlist as time permits.
@DSonthehomestead2 жыл бұрын
We are in Washington state moving to Missouri next year to homestead. I love your chicken coop ideas! I! Thank you for this video!
@nemo49072 жыл бұрын
A lesson from my Uncle Bernie - "would've, should've & could've" is no excuse. Fail and learn! Multiple fires keeps you on your toes!
@rusnsc76222 жыл бұрын
Wow good advice Anne, y’all should be proud of what you’ve accomplished in these rather unforeseen trying times. Keep it up a real pleasure to follow along as you work on your dream.👍👏
@SchysCraftCo.2 жыл бұрын
Anna keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep farming. Keep making. God bless.
@idlewildsage80882 жыл бұрын
Love this!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jerrysalgat34062 жыл бұрын
I have to say you have done remarkably well in the time you have been there. Welcome to farm life. Always a new challenge every day.
@nancyseery22132 жыл бұрын
I just found your KZbin videos. I'm from Nebraska and have now been in Murfreesboro for 24 years. Welcome to the Nashville area. I'm just a backyard gardener but would like a homestead. I think you are doing a great job!
@Alieombaba Жыл бұрын
Amazing! ❤ love that letting people in for their satisfaction of helping you out 😅❤😂
@williesung68302 жыл бұрын
you should build a Caroline coop for ideas.
@tree_carcass_mangler2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for opening up and posting content like this. Thumbs up!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
More like this to come! It's been a tough couple years on all of us, but in the face of a lot of that hardship, I've seen some of the best of humanity show up. Lots of fun stories there to share.
@brucehutton20892 жыл бұрын
Hi Anne its Ashleigh I grew up on a 2500 acre grazing farm in Australia with thousands of head of castle . Bruce grew up in a country town so he has no interest in farming. But as a wife and mother I had my chooks and garden and still enjoy on reflecting on my years on our farm. Ashleigh 💖
@cynthiamachuga61462 жыл бұрын
Wow kindred spirits here! Ok so you do farming...cool, and you do wood working...awesome, and you are restoring a vintage truck! Thats on my bucket list too! Except I don't know the first thing about it. Lol we had a small farm (7 acres) but sold it all to travel the country in an rv for 3 years. Now we are looking for a larger farm to work. South east is still our favorite part of the country even after traveling. We will be on that same path of wanting it all done yesterday but I know the work that it will take. Your dad's advice is awesome about letting people help. Your place is looking great!
@LorrayneHam2 жыл бұрын
Loved this video, I moved from Seattle to South Western Virginian 3 years ago and boy learning how to grow food in this climate was a learning curve. This year I actually have harvest…!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Good on ya! It’s been a steep learning curve for me too, but I’m so thankful to have the opportunity to try to bloom where I’m planted here.
@DebsHill12 жыл бұрын
so true about asking for a helping hand
@MichaelLeo2 жыл бұрын
Perfection is the enemy of good! always glad to see your new videos.
@tmackie16942 жыл бұрын
Aloha and Happy Farm Anniversary, Anne!
@ap95182 жыл бұрын
Nice job Anne! You are doing what many of us dream about. Keep at it! You are awesome!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@jackiegammon20652 жыл бұрын
Oh! It's great to see you back!! I know that life is busy and that you never truly left, but also realize that videos take a long time to produce, so thanks for making the time!! Although I don't have a farm, I do burn wood for heat and that certainly takes time. Early on, I learned that I needed to buy the wood cut/split, as I simply could not get that done with owning a bike shop and being the only employee. I also own a house that is 123 years old, so as you can imagine..,there are always projects. So although, life is different than yours, I do understand the time it takes to get things accomplished. Looking forward to more of your videos, and more than likely learning a whole lot in the process. Thanks Again!!
@Guacquin2 жыл бұрын
That mobile chicken coop is AMAZING!!!
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@FredMcIntyre2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Anne! 😃👍🏻👊🏻
@cobymcgee80262 жыл бұрын
So thankful for you and your videos!
@richardstevens34612 жыл бұрын
Always great to see a new video!
@tonyburelle66332 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, as always, honest and frank about where you were, and where you are, thank you for sharing your life, Anne
@kennybealАй бұрын
Is there a chart that shows what plants to grow given the weeds that are already growing in the plot.? Thank you.
@shangri-lahomestead28952 жыл бұрын
Sounds like your dad is very wise by giving you such valuable advice and thank you for sharing it. I am like you wanting to do everything myself and feeling overwhelmed and guilty when I don’t do it all by myself.
@andrewking11222 жыл бұрын
Figuring out your priorities is the first step that I had to learn on our little farm. I have really enjoyed your videos and will continue to watch them.
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
Жыл бұрын
You inspired me to garden and work with wood. It's nice to know that as a woman we are very capable yet like you said. We sometimes need help. Either way, you are getting it done. Love your channel
@AnneofAllTrades Жыл бұрын
That makes my heart sing. Thank you!
@SKEvolved2 жыл бұрын
Moved from Nebraska to Tennessee this year. Your content is great and exactly on point for me. Keep up the great work! -Steve
@Slastname-fp8wi5 ай бұрын
Impressive chicken coop. How do you protect against birds of prey when you let your chickens free range?
@sarahhaws98492 жыл бұрын
🥰 aww baby June!
@flyingpigpreserve85622 жыл бұрын
Great Video. I've missed you. But figured you were busy. Love your Videos. Like you shirt also. Can't be wait for more content. Peace from WV
@dollyfarmlifestyle Жыл бұрын
nice farm
@petenelson81362 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel while looking for designs on building a chicken tractor. Now that I've watched 5 of your video's I've come to the consensus that you've got some serious skills that I'd love to learn = I've subscribed. I'm totally impressed with your stick to it attitude and wish you all the best.
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I’m glad you’re here and would love to hear from you about how I can help you grow as you build your skills!
@kelbyfrazier68492 жыл бұрын
So can't wait to implement and watch this video again when I get my own farm. So awesome. I'm glad you were vulnerable and shared! It is such an important part of community.
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I can’t wait to hear more about your farm. Little steps toward that goal every day will get you there.
@patriciacinea30972 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Looks like good ole fashion hard work. Will stay tuned. Thank you!
@theadventuresofzoomandbettie2 жыл бұрын
Great update! And with us starting our first year on the farm this year, it's good timing!
@ChuckFarlieSeesAll2 жыл бұрын
That chicken coop is a game changer. I’m new to your channel but I would love to see a detailed video about this new chicken coop
@AnneofAllTrades2 жыл бұрын
Good news! There are a few detailed videos about the build on the chicken coop playlist, or you can scroll back in the archive ❤️❤️👊🏻👊🏻