2.5k Subscribers in my first month on YT!

[@hermanchow1405]

No social issues , no politics , just plain everyday simple life and things around us , good work 🌹

[@marieintheUP]

agreed! thank you so much for your comment!

[@rehabmax]

You being you is why your channel is successful. Simple tasks that everyone can relate to. :)

[@marieintheUP]

that is so kind of you to say, thank you!

[@Livingthedream157]

Your beautiful smile, positivity, and genuine content made me a sub! Love your videos! Looking forward to the next one, and many more. Good luck in 2025!

[@marieintheUP]

well those reasons make me smile even more! thank you for subscribing and for being wonderful! cheers to 2025!

[@gregharrison5737]

I think your channel and content are very good, keep up the good work and don't pay any attention to the "haters". Keep doing what you enjoy and makes you happy.

[@marieintheUP]

I appreciate you saying that, I agree, i am going to keep being me and just ignore the neg and have fun with all this snow!

[@tommyroach3960]

Loved the video you done good I'm happy ya channel is growing that is awesome and love it you love the UP 😊

[@marieintheUP]

hi! thank you so much, that means a lot, I love the UP so much, I feel so lucky to have this experience here !

[@negansstuntdouble1777]

Good for you... Wholesome 👌

[@ronaldshane4126]

Since I saw your battery powered snow shovel. I bought a power snow shovel. Thank you. You make me smile.

[@marieintheUP]

I am so happy to hear it, what shovel did you end up getting? your comment made me smile! thank you :)

[@goodcitizen]

Congratulations! Great content. Cant wait to see what other videos pop up. Liked and subscribed.

[@marieintheUP]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tom-ehill2713]

Way to be! 😃 love to see you. Did you dance on your last shovel detail?😆

[@marieintheUP]

I am always listening to music and dancing, im going to start showing more of it because I think dancing in life makes it better, even though I am NOT a good dancer lol

[@jamesriesterer1141]

Congratulations on your success! You deserve it. Listen to the positive and block out the negativity. After all, you are living your life. And remain close to your neighbors. They will become your extended family and safety net. You Rock!

[@marieintheUP]

why thank you!! I am going to do just that, you all have really shown even more support than ever before and I am so thankful! you are right about my neighbors, they are becoming my extended family already!

[@robertz2557]

I also found your channel because of the blower. The ego line of tools is very interesting and apparently very controversial if you got such a wide range of comments. I think you did an amazing job getting it out of the car and it did scare a tiny bit because the steep angle. The best part about the blower video is that it was a pure non-biased review and that made it awesome. If you decide to get a mower they make those as well and they use the same battery as your blower i do believe. Great channel keep up the great videos and as hard as it is just ignore the crazy commenters. Back to watching the ice dam videos now.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you! I agree, I am interested in their mower. thank you for watching

[@BalmyLight]

I think you are doing a great job with your new channel. I am a 57 year old male (but not a bully lol), and I think my KZbin algorithm found your channel because I was researching how to repair my snow blower. So maybe some good came out of that video too. I subscribed because I instantly liked you upbeat cheerfulness and positivity. I also like the mission you are on, as I too would love to move up north someday. I think you are the only female channel I have subscribed to. All my other channels are very male orientated, so I was surprised when you ended up in my feed. Anyway, keep up the good work and don’t let the bullies get you down (I know, easy for me to sit here and to say that, not so easy to do).

[@marieintheUP]

I bet it was from the snowblower, its really nice that it brought so many knowledgeable people my way, the advice I keep getting has helped me learn how to deal with the snow and what tools I need along the way. thank you for subscribing and for being so kind, how cool that you want to move up north someday too, the UP is one of my favorite places that I have lived so far, its not perfect but wow the beauty and calmness is worth the rest!

[@michaelmancini5679]

Love the UP, I live in metro Detroit, I have hunted and fished what I call “across the straits” for 55 years! Graduated NMU in 81! Thank you for starting your channel !

[@marieintheUP]

no way! thats awesome you went to NMU, I bet you have seen so many cool places in the UP! thank you for watching

[@robertclark5277]

Love you Chanel you are awesome just be you

[@marieintheUP]

thank you!

[@Kurt81TKA]

Congrats on the growth of the channel! 👍 I always look forward to seeing your next posted video 😊📹

[@marieintheUP]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@loul8766]

Marie, the first video of yours that I ran across was the snowblower. Never gave any thought to why you chose what you chose. I was just thoroughly impressed with how you handled the situation and conditions and persevered on your own. I’m sorry to say I’m a male in that bully age range and I have absolutely no idea why anyone in that group would be a bully to you or anyone. Unfortunately, we live in a time when there is too much negativity and people are emboldened to be cruel because they are anonymous. I love your channel, I look forward to seeing your next videos, I’m glad to see you’re growing subscribers, I hope you continue and thrive, I think I will learn from your experiences and I’m happy I found you. I suspect you will continue to hear from the bullies and jerks and those with little self worth, but I hope you will disregard it all. Keep up the great work and positivity. Love your smile and attitude and enjoy watching your cats. Just lost my dog of 13 years so I understand how much they are a big part of everything you do. Thanks and congratulations on your quick growth!!

[@marieintheUP]

I am sorry to hear that you lost your dog of 13 years, that is heartbreaking. they are such a huge part of our lives. I think my cats will be the star of the channel soon, they are so cute! your comment is spot on about the online bullies, I was surpirsed when I saw the data, I thought for sure it was men younger than me or my age that were bulling me but so many people are so kind and supportive so I am going to focus on that- thank you for being a kind viewer!!

[@piccman1]

Marie,I don’t know how your channel showed up on my YT feed. I am glad it did. I live down state and also bought an EGO snow blower. I caught flak from some 4:10 but I don’t care. We all have our lives to live. I am glad you are living yours. I will continue to watch your navigation through Up living and maybe have some good advice for you based on my extensive life experiences. Good luck and carry on!

[@marieintheUP]

hi! I am so happy that YT sent my channel your way and that you enjoy the videos. you are right about just living our lives, we only get one life, im going to enjoy it and buy what I want to use. I like the ego more and more each time I use it,. I have been learning so much from you all, you do have a lot of life experience to share and I really appreciate all the helpful advice!

[@anton1949]

Subscriber here, I'm from the UP been in the deep south for 50 years, the yearning for home never goes away. Still have family there, visit every couple of years. Enjoy your channel, keep up the good work don't let the 'scammers' get to you.

[@kevincirelli949]

Congratulations on your growth on the channel and I can't understand how in the world could anyone leave you hateful comments? Don't waste your time even considering them! People really make me mad when they have to put someone down to make themselves feel better. Very small minded people! I think what you are doing by yourself is amazing, I just wish for you not to have to do it alone for long. You are an awesome woman. More women should pay attention to your example! Best wishes on the new year to you and your family. 😊

[@marieintheUP]

hi! awe thank you :) I don't get it either, its easy to just not saying mean at all, but some people can't I guess lol. I wish I didn't have to do it alone either, but really, with all of the advice and encouragement I get from you all here, I feel like I have a lot of support. but it would be nice to have an additional person to help because it is a lot of work. cheers to the new year!

[@Woodsyintroverts]

Your personality is great and people are drawn to you. You are authentic and people like that. Plus you live in a beautiful place to showcase. 😊 Have fun creating! I love to watch and see fellow creators thrive. Keep on keepin on. I’m happy to have found your channel. I want to start taking our channel a bit more serious. I really enjoy creating videos. Sending winter vibes to you from the Keweenaw. ❄️💙🥶🌲🙌🏻

[@marieintheUP]

I enjoy your channel so much! I think it is so cool that YT showed me your videos and now I have great connections over in Keweenaw! the snow is squeaky today here in the eastern UP, I am loving it! thank you for being such a positive person to talk you, I think your channel is awesome and you have a lot of natural beauty to show! take care and talk soon!

[@Woodsyintroverts]

@ Awwww thank you Marie! Your kind words mean a lot and I am also happy to have found your channel. A great new connection. It’s definitely feeling like winter again. We got a little bit of snow but nothing much. Enjoy that squeaky snow and stay warm. ❄️🥶💙

[@Ringo-r1i]

So refreshing to see you being honest and not making a big deal or drama. So many that make drama out of being in a beautiful area. Thanks for being genuine ❤

[@marieintheUP]

Thank you so much!!

[@jonathantharp9425]

I have spent military time in Michigan. My daughter lives there. I have friends who live there. I like the scenic views Michigan has to offer. And lastly I enjoy just watching your videos. So please keep them coming, I have no sagged advice for now, lol, so with that I will be looking forward to your next one.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you for your service, there are some military bases and spots up here, I bet its a wild place to have an assignment, thank you for letting me know why you watch the videos! next one is coming out soon, all about my snowblower, Im getting better at using it thanks to you all

[@robertschroeder1978]

Thank you for your Channel and for the content. I love the U.P. of Michigan so the ability to travel along on your journeys is a nice blessing. Great attitude as well...

[@marieintheUP]

I am so happy to hear you enjoy the videos! thank you so much for your comment, a new snow blowing video to come very soon

[@JoeW-d8h]

Marie, I think your channel is refreshing. It’s always nice when someone’s dream comes true. I hope you continue to enjoy your new home. It certainly a challenge living where you are and trying to keep up with the winter elements . battery powered equipment is certainly much easier to maintain than gasoline. The biggest drawback is the amount of run time compared to gasoline powered equipment. The best recommendation is to add additional battery packs . Keep smiling.

[@marieintheUP]

you are right about the extra batteries, I am looking at the ego mower for summer, the batteries are very expensive so I haven't bought an extra set of them yet. I will buy an additional snow blower over buying just a set of batteries since it will only cost $300 more and then I would have a back up blower and batteries. thank you for the kind supportive comment, I am loving it up here!

[@tomhorne6355]

Marie you have a sweet and gentle spirit. Just keep doing what you are doing. my wife and I started visiting the UP almost 22 years ago. ( We love the Keweenaw penninsula) We would be living there if all our kids and grand kids were not here in Northwest Ohio. We enjoy your channel and your 2 kitties. We have 2 but lost one of our furry friends (14 years old) last week.

[@marieintheUP]

I am sorry to hear about the loss of one of your furry friends last week. that is so difficult. thank you for the supportive comment :) I keep hearing amazing things about the Keweenaw peninsula, I will have to get up there someday to check it out. do you get a lot of snow in NW OH? I heard sometimes there is a lot of lake effect snow there too.

[@tomhorne6355]

@@marieintheUP We live just west of Toledo on the Ohio/Michigan border. We are about 9 miles from Lake Erie and once in awhile get lake effect snows from there. Yesterday we had flurries that originated from Lake Huron. Once in awhile we get lake effect that originates from Lake Michigan. The last 2 years have been a bust snow wise. We have only just over 1'' so far this winter. If we get a meaningful snow here it is when low pressure from down south brings moisture from the gulf of Mexico up here in to the cold air. The historical average for Toledo is around 43''. The last big winter here was in 2013-14 with over 80'' of snow. The granddaddy of all snows here was the blizzard of January 1978. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Blizzard_of_1978 I am a snow lover and love shoveling, but am about to break down and by a snow blower. Blessings to you and your loved ones in 2025.

[@Robert_A_Forest]

Congratulations on the rapid success of your new and _genuinely_ interesting channel, Marie! Early subscriber (but late commenter) here, I am another favorable part of your 45+ male demographic. Raised below the Bridge, attended college in da western UP, lived & worked in various parts of this country, but happily living the *troll* life back in the lake-effect snowbelt of Northern Michigan these days. Thank you for sharing your fun & funny (mis)adventures! Wishing you peace, contentment, and frequent enjoyment of all that your beautiful area has to offer✌🏻❄🐱

[@marieintheUP]

nice! its been a lot of fun getting to talk to so many people from MI, its such a great experience getting to live in the UP and the lake effect snow has made life fun and channeling. thank you for watching and for your comment!

[@jonhansen4745]

Congrats on 2,500 milestone, Marie. I'm another one of those 45+ males (Actually a 72 yo grandpa of 7) and enjoy watching your vlogs. I believe your EGO snowblower vid was the first one I saw, and it didn't take long to gain admiration for your tenacity & willingness to take on just about anything. As a dad to 3 daughters, it does my heart good to see neighbors stepping up to help you out at times. I'm sure it goes without saying to just ignore the haters and just enjoy life. God's blessings to you in this New Year.

[@marieintheUP]

hi! thank you, its been such a fun time! wow, 7 grandkids, thats amazing, i bet they keep you very busy and active. I so appreciate the compliment and your comment. I would have been in a lot of trouble with my roof/leak if my neighbors didn't step in to help. Im very thankful for them. you are the best! exciting things to come in this new year

[@Chuck-s7q]

Congratulations Marie! So sorry there are so many haters. Your videos are real and just show your experiences and the way you deal with the situations you face - and, it is nice how you don't take yourself so seriously. Keep up the good work! ( I'm 73).

[@marieintheUP]

73 and sharing great advice! I love learning from people who have lived and have cool stories to share! thank you for your encouraging comment!

[@Polaris58]

You’ve got a great channel and personality. Your smartest decision is to take Yoopers advice first. I see you have visited a few areas up there, if you haven’t been to Fayette State Park, it’s a must see! It is on the Garden Peninsula between Manistique and Escanaba.

[@Terry-n3g1p]

Marie, you are such a nice person I don't understand how anybody would get mad at you about a battery. But that's the world we live in now. Keep your head up. I really enjoy watching you. Thank you!

[@marieintheUP]

your comment is why i'm here, I so enjoy talking to you and so many others on here, thank you for being kind and encouraging!

[@2spotmooses]

Wow! Someone that chose the beauty of the north over warmth haha. Welcome from Northern Wisconsin!

[@marieintheUP]

@@2spotmooses I know right, its a first for me too, but I am loving it (mostly lol) Northern WI is so beautiful, you get snow too! thank you!

[@kenk7341]

Marie, my wife and I enjoy your videos. We probably were some of your earliest followers. We are Michiganders, but we are trolls from the lower peninsula. We love the UP, and are planning on some time in early June to once again look for the yooper stone/light stones between Munising and White Fish Point. Don't change your style, and I commend you on one of the hardest jobs ever...not shovelling Michigan snow, but being a care giver. Haters will be haters, so just ignore them.

[@marieintheUP]

I am so happy you and your wife watch my channel! thank you for letting me know, I think it is wonderful that I have been able to connect with other Michiganders, trolls under the bridge are are awesome too! I haven't looked for the yooperlites yet but I hear all about it and see lots of people at the lake having fun doing that, how fun you both will be up in the UP doing that! I will go back to the ignoring part and thank you for the compliment on being a caregiver and dealing with the Michigan snow!

[@timz7548]

Enjoyed the snow blower video - I think it was the reason the algorithm brought me here and I'm just continuing to watch and see how your journey evolves. You should feel free to monetize whenever it makes sense to you in my opinion. Your Russian Blue looks just like the one at my feet LOL.

[@marieintheUP]

awe you have a blue cat too!! they are sooo beautiful, I feel so lucky to have one in that color and she just the sweetest thing! I am glad you enjoyed the snowblower video, I am glad it brought you to my channel and that you are still here, and thank you for saying that about monetizing!

[@KeithPaolella]

Marie, you have a knack to make people smile, and you're so pleasant and humble. Congratulations, and we love you!💥💯🙏

[@marieintheUP]

you couldn't have said anything kinder than this comment right here. thank you. you have no idea how much your comment means to me. right back at you!!

[@KeithPaolella]

@@marieintheUP 🥰

[@Flyght727]

UPM: This might be fun. Pick up a nice size map of the United States, mount the map on a 2x4 polyfoam board, tack it up on the wall behind you, get some colorful push-pins 📌 📌 and ask the viewers to mention the state there in. If they want to be more specific fine but you can show us all every few weeks on the progress. Snow tomorrow, no dusting, a full blown 1-3 inches! 🌨🌨 ☃

[@marieintheUP]

hi, thats a very fun idea about the map, I like it! would brighten up my garage space too. ohh snow!! let me know how much you end up getting! we got some snow this weekend and I got the snow blower out, I made a video, along with making snow angels lol, posting tomorrow most likely. enjoy that snow!

[@edwardcleveringa6842]

I enjoy your videos! Stay warm and thanks!

[@marieintheUP]

Thanks, will do!

[@thunderdog512]

The snowblower video is what originally brought me in cause I was curious to see if it worked then you talked about being in the UP and your personality got me to subscribe. I live in the southeast LP (trolls I believe is what we’re called by yoopers) and love the UP so getting to watch videos about it is fun.

[@marieintheUP]

hi! love that you are in the LP, yep I keep hearing about the trolls under the bridge, but you are all good people! the sb video did a lot to help grow my channel! mostly for good! thank you for following along with my journey!

[@denisekomater]

Hello I just found your channel. My Aunt is from Escanaba Michigan so the UP has my heart . Have not been there in a while seeing all the beauty you show makes me miss it more and want to visit. Keep up on all you content you have a new viewer.

[@marieintheUP]

hi, welcome to the channel, I am so happy you let me know your aunt is from Escanaba, its a beautiful place! I am glad that I can share some of the beauty in the UP with you, thank you!

[@jonrose5114]

Congratulations on your growing channel Marie! Living in Michigan we have 2 types of retirement goals for most people. Those that want to move south and those of us who want to move north to retire. Your channel is a view into that northern world and you will be surprised how many people are in that group. Surely enough to make it worth monetizing in some form. I am nearing retirement age at 58 and like many am looking for a good property with or without a cabin, which would be fun to build actually. Something for 3 season use at least. Your videos are short and easy to watch where some others are longer drawn out and harder to watch to the end. Basically I think you might be at the start of a good part time job if you are inclined. Good luck with things and have a great week!

[@marieintheUP]

hi! awe thank you, how exciting, I'm having a lot of fun making these videos. I appreciate your point of view, I hadn't thought of that and that makes sense. I think its nice that I can give people who may be interested in retirement a view of what they would be dealing with in the UP! sounds like you have some adventures coming your way, that would be something to build a cabin. I like the feedback on the time length as well, I was worried they were too short but I didn't want them too long, so thank you, solves that! very thought provoking comment, thank you!

[@avlisk]

I'm one of the 45+ males, but not a hater. I bought my EGO2400 when I was 70 years old to make snow season easier on me. . .and it has for the last 4 winters. My latest experiment was with a propane heater, but it failed. (CO and propane leaks.) I'm switching to a pellet stove this week. I loved my puppies, but kitties are really cool, too. You have to be tough to live in snow country, AND be on KZbin at the same time. Best wishes.

[@marieintheUP]

oh please let me know how you like your pellet stove! congrats on your new stove btw! I am happy you are not one of my haters :) thank you for your support!

[@avlisk]

@@marieintheUP It gets delivered tomorrow. Never had one before, but I have 400ah of LiFePo4 batteries to power the fans when our inevitable, days-long power outages happen. It's the smallest one I could find for this cabin, the Castle Serenity from Home Depot. I don't understand haters. Simply stop watching if you don't like someone, right?

[@marieintheUP]

@@avlisk yes, i agree, it is so simple to keep it moving, no need to be mean about it! that is so smart to have those batteries for the fans when the power outages happen. I have a gas generator for the house and then back up battery power too to charge all the batteries if the gas generator doesn't start, I am always scared that push start isn't going to work. how exciting it arrives tomorrow!!

[@avlisk]

​@@marieintheUP The batteries were supposed to be for a van-build project that didn't happen when I moved here, so I repurposed them. Also, the old saying: "Two is one, one is none" applies to heating in snow country. You have to have at least two different sources of heat, and both ready to go because you never know.

[@GurrasGarage]

Congrats, great job 👍

[@marieintheUP]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JJDrones]

Congratulations on the success of your channel! I know you only think of your channel as a vlog channel but I'd more categorize it in the homestead space. You do a lot of things they do, so that's just how I see it. I think it's funny when people think that we make so much money on our channels, especially scammers. I have more money tied in drones and cameras than I'll ever make in KZbin revenue lol. Just be you as you're doing now and you'll be over 20,000 by this summer and having a team to go through your comments lol

[@marieintheUP]

thank you so much! I love your channel too and I appreciate all the help and information on drones, so very cool! it is funny how some just assume that everyone on yt is making lots of money. you the best! a team to deal with the haters would be amazing, but I won't give up talking to you all, you all are awesome!

[@stevethomas3654]

Keep doing what you’re doing dude! I’ll keep checking in all the way from the Bay Area

[@marieintheUP]

hi in the bay area!! thank you for watching and for your kind comment

[@jasonbitter1]

Hi again, just watched the latest video this afternoon. So sorry that you are dealing with online trolls 😢 what's funny is i only because aware of your channel when that snowblower video popped up on my feed. I figured it was because I'm strange and enjoy watching snowblower videos and I follow other yooper channels 😂 I enjoy watching other people live the dream I someday wish to achieve myself! My only suggestion is that you might need additional batteries for the blower or someday convert to gas since it's a Big driveway and BIG time snowbelt region! I'd suggest going with an Ariens, quality machine made right down here in Brillon Wisconsin. 😊

[@marieintheUP]

hi Jason, its been so weird with the trolls but I found out how to filter out the threats, YT has great tools! I gained a lot of viewers from that ego video so it was mostly great and now i'm prepared for the future haters. it makes sense, snowblower and yooper, Ive. noticed a lot of other viewers are into snowblowers too! I would love an extra set of batteries, they are $1k and I am considering a ego lawn mower for the summer, so that would be a way to have an extra set. Ive heard amazing things about Ariens, a few others commented today about that being a really great sb. made in your hometown in WI? thats so cool! WI is beautiful, Ive spent some time there!

[@jamieo8653]

Congratulations on your channel! I am a construction contractor……battery everything is the wave. I must have 8 gas snowblowers and they are fine but the electric has changed the game. There are always going to be haters and jealous people out there. Keep up the great work!! Good Luck!!!🇺🇸

[@marieintheUP]

I feel like you have a lot of knowledge/experience as a contractor, and I have lots of questions. I do think that battery powered is improving a lot and they are easier for me to use, thank you for the comment

[@eddale5557]

We love to se you push the snow around hahah!😊😊👍👍Love from Norway!

[@marieintheUP]

awe thank you! it makes the work more fun to film it and then talk to you all about it! so thank you!

[@Jeffnham]

Hi Marie, I just found your channel and subscribed! Good luck with it, love the videos! I'm in Michigan, Flint area, and this part of the state doesn't generally get as much snow as the rest of the state, we're kind of shielded from lake effect snow here, but we do get our share! I've never been to the U.P. in the winter, even though I've lived in Michigan all my life. It's amazing that you've transplanted yourself there from Arizona! Don't let the haters get you down, keep doing what you're doing. Your snowblower video actually had me researching and looking at battery powered models! I''m and old-time KZbinr, watching and making videos since 2008, (though I haven't made many videos the last few years). Good luck with your channel!

[@marieintheUP]

thank you for subscribing! Ive been to Flint, I have a friend who used to live there, you def get snow and it gets really cold too there! how cool you started to research snowblowers after seeing my video, I really like my ego, I haven't used any other snowblower so I have nothing to compare it to, but it works great for me. I will check out your videos!

[@marieintheUP]

ohh nice you have some good videos, I can learn something form the bathroom vent installation video

[@Jeffnham]

@@marieintheUP Thanks, Marie!

[@mtu-engineer3220]

In the winter I watch snow plowing videos. In the summer I watch overgrown yard cleanups. Year round I watch off-road recovery videos. I like knife sharpening, forestry mulching , and beaver dam removal. I graduated from Michigan Tech in 1985. U.P. and outdoors have a big place in my life. If you keep cranking out snow and outdoor adventures and house repair videos, you will keep me entertained and amused for life. The U P. has many waterfalls and touristy things to take in. When I was growing up, our family took many trips around Michigan summer and winter to take it all in. Look forward to following your journey.

[@marieintheUP]

there is so much to see in MI and in the UP you are right! I so enjoy connecting with you all, I learn so much and it makes the snow removal chores so much more enjoyable. I love that you enjoy watching different things in different seasons. the UP is amazing and I am happy to get to share my journey, thank you for being part of it!

[@davidoverbye3410]

I am an old man pushing 70, with family in Crystal Falls. Love your channel. The world needs more UP content! I am sorry to hear that all the bullies are of my demographic. They must be bitter about something. Batteries? I don’t get it. Do they have equally strong feelings about electric versus propane water heaters? Maybe it is just “old man shaking fist at cloud” stuff. I hope that I don’t become that bitter. Anyway, great channel.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you for not being bitter and for having a great sense of humor, your comment made me smile and chuckle at the electric/propane water heaters, also, someone mentions handheld drills. they are battery powered too, but everyone uses those :) thank you for being awesome!

[@65bugnut]

Marie, congratulations on 2,500 subscribers. Now, don't tell anyone, but I ordered a Greenworks battery powered snow shovel shh don't say anything. I have a gas powered snowblower, but I wanted something to use for a small amount of snow. Have fun with your channel. I've seen other people who are cat owners take some blue painter's tape, and put it on the floor in the shape of a box large enough for a cat to sit in the middle of. Because cats like to sit in boxes, the cat will sit on the floor in the middle of the blue tape square. Congratulations again, and ignore the haters.

[@marieintheUP]

your secret is safe with me :) I like greenworks products. I bet your gas sb is very nice too! im going to try the blue painters tape, how funny but I bet they will sit in it lol! thank you for always being fun to talk to!

[@philipkameo5434]

The reason I subscribed, is because I just bought the same snowblower. My old gas snowblower finally gave up the ghost after over 30 years.

[@billgoodwin8742]

Use what ever you want to use, who cares what other people want. As far as the haters are concerned, ignore them. If anyone gets real bad, block them. I enjoy your videos, and if I can help you with something, I am more than happy to do so.

[@marieintheUP]

I agree, I will live my life on my terms! I had to block over 500 people in two days, I have no prob blocking anyone who sends me a threatening message. thank you for watching and for your kind supportive comments, I appreciate you!

[@billgoodwin8742]

@@marieintheUP Thank you.

[@jeffk49738]

Welcome from Gaylord MI. Good luck with your channel.

[@marieintheUP]

hi in Gaylord, you all get hit with the snow storms worse than we do up here, thank you for watching!

[@davidwright1653]

Hey Marie, Please ignore the haters and trolls. Some people are only happy when their miserable and need to share it with others. On the electric snow blower, those motors have a ton of torque, better than gas units. If I were in your snow shoes invest in some additional batteries to make sure you don't run out of power. Me: Subscriber, 61 years young, Not a hater or troll; however, everyone is entitled to my opinion! ;-P You just be you. You've got the right attitude, put out the content you want not expecting a thing and hopefully your channel will explode, grow and make it worth your while to monetize. Looking forward to more of your adventures there in the Yuper.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you for being a subscriber and for such an encouraging comment, awesome people like you are the reason I keep making videos, im having a lot of fun and learning so much!

[@RickTownsend-l8v]

Hello from northern lower michigan. I happen to see a few of your videos and decided to subscribe. You seem very genuine and grounded. I'm enjoying watching you figure your way around arising issues. 😊

[@marieintheUP]

aww thank you! I have been learning so much from the awesome people who are giving me great advice, I am having fun talking to you all!

[@seanh2390]

congratulations!

[@marieintheUP]

thank you, its exciting!

[@johnteachout610]

Keep up your positive attitude and ambition. Fun seeing you learn and grow as well in your new environment. I’m learning as well with the content you provide us. Have a great night.

[@marieintheUP]

I always enjoy our conversations! so excited for your next chapter, talk soon!

[@johnteachout610]

@@marieintheUPyes most definitely!

[@Joe-y4x]

Hello marie, congrats on your channel. Just finished eating some pepperoni pizza and cheese bread today. You would laugh at the snowblower i use to do mine and my neighbors driveways, it's an old Ariens from 1968. But it still goes strong all these years. Was that a ceramic Xmas tree you were putting away. My grandmother made 2 of those. One large one and one smaller one. My mother has me set them up for her every year. Well talk to you soon joe.

[@marieintheUP]

thats right its pizza Sunday for you! I love it, sounds delicious! hey, if that snow blower is still going strong after all these years, thats a great buy!! well done there, they don't make things to last these days. your grandmas made the cool ceramic Christmas trees? that is so cool, thank you for sharing! talk soon!

[@rustyhook6723]

Congratulations on 2.5 thousand 🍾 I’m glad to say as an almost 61 year old male I’m not one of your haters 😂 I asked you recently about your YT experience so I’m taking credit for this video. Just kidding, keep up the excellent work Marie.

[@marieintheUP]

you did give me the idea! you get all the credit!! thank you for being such a great person to talk to!

[@rustyhook6723]

@@marieintheUP my pleasure you are a shining star

[@marieintheUP]

@@rustyhook6723 awe shucks :)

[@davem464]

You're doing a great job. So many of us that have spent a lot of time in the UP love whatever videos we can get in the winter. So far I've liked yours the most. Keep on just being you and you'll succeed. Thanks for the entertainment.

[@marieintheUP]

I was thinking that people possibly are enjoying seeing the UP since its remote and beautiful! I am happy to hear that is true, thank you for the compliments and encouragement, it means so much!

[@davem464]

​@@marieintheUPYou're very welcome. You have way more guts then I do, doing these videos.

[@marieintheUP]

@@davem464 awe shucks!!

[@erwinaddison2030]

I'm only 90% male! Well that is disappointing to my ego😊 I like your channel and your smile😍

[@marieintheUP]

thank you for laughing with me!! I enjoy talking to you and I am happy you are enjoying the channel

[@edvalentine5127]

Congratulations!

[@YooperSteveLF150]

Hi Marie! How goes it? Congratulations on your channel. That's too bad you have to deal with all that negative stuff on there. How could anyone possibly hate you. Such a nice person. I don't see anything wrong with the electric blower. Have both gas and electric ones here. What's the grand total on the snow there so far?

[@marieintheUP]

hi! I know right, I'm very kind so I don't get it either, thank you for the congrats!! exciting and thankfully so many of you who watch and comment are just amazing! we keep getting more snow, about a foot, but over 3 days, and its still snowing now. but its been windy, so I have snow drifts now.

[@jasper60103]

Hi. I enjoyed your interview video. I am saddened that most of the hater’s are in my age group, 45+. And not that anyone should do it. I have adult children and always try to educate and encourage them. It’s disgusting older adults treat you that way. I hope it gets better in time. I sincerely enjoy watching your experience and reading the responses I’ve received. Keep on living your dream and being positive; and continue the great work your videos. Thanks for listening to my rant.

[@marieintheUP]

right, I thought I would get bullied by younger people and so I was surprised it was older men, its like no, thats not nice. I am a big fan of people regardless of age I'm learning so much from all the advice I get on here, luckily the threats come with the first comment typically so I only have to deal with that person 1x and then never again, YT has some amazing tools to filter out the hate, good thing! thank you for your comment and for watching!

[@tommarks6301]

I am another over 65 male. I find you courageous and entertaining. It is too bad you have to deal with the negativity. Keep it up , most of us love it.

[@marieintheUP]

what a compliment, I appreciate you watching my videos and for your encouragement! you are great!

[@robertrhodes9123]

Glad your channel is doing well ! Keep in mind your choice on a battery powered snow blower is your choice. If it works for you pay no mind to all the pain in the ass people. It's loaded with them out there !! Same with monetizing, your choice .

[@marieintheUP]

that is so true! and I really like the snow blower, thank you for watching and for being so kind!

[@Yooperglide]

Well, I'm so sorry you've been bullied. I'm glad you seem to not take KZbin trolls too seriously. I post videos to share the beautiful place that I call home. I don't care about subscribers, but if someone enjoys seeing fat bears, or a beautiful waterfall, then great! I think you're an adorable person. I have always enjoyed your spirit and sense of humor. I enjoy your chat times and of course the cat cameos. Some of us are cheering for you and wish you great success as you navigate your life in the U.P. Every time you do a little dance in a video, it should mean, "Haters gonna hate, but I don't care!" 😂

[@marieintheUP]

you have been one of my favorite people to talk to on here, I bought that lite scooper, it arrives in a few days and I can't wait to try it out! I have so enjoyed getting to see your shorts and videos and I appreciate all the advice you share, I also greatly enjoy how you encourage me to be myself, going to be dancing a lot more in my videos and not speeding it up! you get a ton of snow? I have to go dig myself out now lol wish that new scooper was already here. you inspired me to start making shorts!

[@Yooperglide]

@marieintheUP I'm glad if any advice I have offered has helped you. I have enjoyed our conversations. Us Yoopers need to stick together, right? I just can't imagine anyone being mean to you. Makes no sense to me, but I guess there are some miserable people out there in cyberland. I may have skewed your view numbers a little. Some videos may get watched more than once. 😂 I find making videos fun, and I think you do as well. That's all that truly matters. There's so fun to do and see here in the U.P. You'll never run out of content subject matter. We got about an inch or two of fluffy snow today. The wind is taking care of it. Lol. You'll love your mini scooper! The next big snow, I'll show you about "scoop ramps." Stay tuned! 😶‍🌫️

[@marieintheUP]

@@Yooperglide you are right about there being so much to see, and I can't wait to learn about scoop ramps!! if you watch my videos multiple times it only helps but YT counts each view by IP address so somehow it knows the total unique views. I think making the videos is so much fun! it makes working outside alone a lot more enjoyable and I get to ask you all questions and you give me great advice. I agree that us Yoopers have to stick together! :)

[@bobrodenkirch]

Keep up the good work! We enjoy your channel!

[@marieintheUP]

Thank you so much! I enjoy talking to you, thank you for watching!

[@edvalentine5127]

Unfortunately, there are those who are commonly critical. They just like to disrupt and be mean. That's just the part of human life I try to stay away from. You have made your videos....your experience....which has been very interesting and not meant to take any position on likes, and dislikes, period. Keep doing what you do with your refreshing happy nature!

[@marieintheUP]

you are right, thank you for your comment and I have been out snow blowing and shoveling and more snow videos are on the way!

[@WhitPrzech]

Your viewers should perceive while observing what you and your channel is, is very self evident. Daily humorous adventures of a lady named Marie, caregiver, who recently relocated to the UP of Michigan. Relocating from a warm southwestern climate to the unknown colder climate of the UP. It's all trials and tribulations Marie. Peace Love and Happiness.......

[@marieintheUP]

I couldn't agree more, thats exactly it, showing my life in the UP and learning from you all along the way!

[@jean-marclariviere7618]

Congrats, all well deserved....Please do not let those haters affect you...some people are and will always be mean that's all they know ...Just do you...we are here for that..your subscribers will always be there for you...never hesitate to ask for anything, we will help you if we can..Have a great week., By the way i am an older guy...and YES i have an EGO snow blower so next time tell your haters to write to me..hahahahaha

[@marieintheUP]

I love all the older men in my comments (except the ones that threaten me of course), you all are wonderful, I have a lot to learn and you all have a lot of very helpful advice! thank you for your comment and for your support, and you have an ego snow blower too!! love it!! I think its a very nice snow blower.

[@1dozerdave]

I don’t understand the negativity, I think you’re so much fun. If I was your neighbor, I’d be helping you shovel. Keep up the good work. I’ll always be a fan.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you so much! I would love having you as a neighbor!

[@kevinmatthews1634]

Why do I subscribe? I like your adventurous spirit. I love the U.P. And I train entrepreneurs and your story is intriguing. Oh, and you’re amusing 😂. Keep entertaining me!

[@marieintheUP]

how cool you train entrepreneurs!! thank you for the kind comment, I try to laugh a lot and just have fun no matter what and its fun to help people see some of the UP!

[@williamking2249]

Hi. You are right about the Ego snowblower video. I'm always over at Ace,Hardware and of course they have them on display. I have a gas blower already so haven't pulled the trigger (I do have the Ego 650 leaf blower it rocks) So when I was looking at the gazillion reviews of Ego snowblower yours as in the suggestions videos. 👍👍two thumbs upfor you. And then omg your up on your roof clearing snow. That's it instant new sub. I think you have an awesome channel and I'm in the grand dad age group. A little hard work won't kill ya. But please be careful on the roof, although I think you've taken care of that. Have a fun sunday🌲❄

[@marieintheUP]

I have enjoyed our conversations from the start, you are wonderful, I love that you are in my granddads age group and are kind to me and offer excellent advice! thank you for your support and I am very happy I get to talk to you! I am staying off the roof today, roof rake because it is windy windy. don't want to get blown off haha. happy Sunday!

[@Ken-f150]

I'm a 62 year old male, and I have mostly rechargeable tools, and a snowblower is a tool. Years ago, I hated rechargeable tools cause they sucked. They have come a long way over the years. You buy whatever you want.

[@marieintheUP]

well said! I am a strong believer in we all get to pick what works best for us, thank you for watching and for being awesome, I do agree that battery tools have come a long way over the years!

[@drillsgtlangdon]

You rock in my book. Being from Esky, I definitely support you all the way! Just ignore the Sh!t heads that appear here lol

[@marieintheUP]

:) thank you kindly, and you made me smile!

[@joekrzeminski467]

You go girl.

[@richbowie76]

Congrats on your channels success ! I as a sub would like to see you incorporate classic 90's mountain bike restorations , fireworks reviews and if you have the time hot air ballooning . One step at a time . 😁🚲💥🎈

[@marieintheUP]

those are some good ideas! I have been in a hot air ballon once, and it was scary not going to lie lol. thank you for subscribing and for your support and comment!

[@UPdan]

I've been using my Skil battery leaf blower on my road today since it's light and only 1". Fun.

[@marieintheUP]

I keep hearing that you can use a leaf blower for snow, I should try mine, Im glad you had some fun with it!

[@bradmoyer9737]

Intelligent, articulate, personable, a successful young entrepreneur who can put a business plan together and help someone launch a startup, all admirable traits that are reflected in your mirror. The person that is so impressive to me, is the one who exhibits the strength of character to finish what she starts, has the ability to laugh at and with herself, and is just a plain old human being, trying her damnedest to just get by in this world. When I take the measure of a persons character, ethnicity, gender, orientation are almost useless as metrics, the way you treat your animals tells me everything I need to know about you as a person. People dont subscribe to things they hate. Says the fan that’s old enough to be your grandpa from South Dakota.

[@marieintheUP]

Brad you know I enjoy talking to you, all those kind things you said about me, I can say them right back to you! thank you so much for all your help and kindness. my grandparents have all passed away now and so I am enjoying talking to so many people who have great life experience and are happy to help me learn how to navigate life up here, it means so much! how much snow do you get in South Dakota, I would assume a lot!

[@bradmoyer9737]

@ We’ve been getting nuisance snow since Friday night and it’s still snowing, very very unusual for us was that it wasn’t accompanied by big winds, actually kinda pretty looking out the window at it with a warm cup of coffee. This morning reality set in and I went out and cleaned it up only about eight inches and with a temp of five degrees it was the light fluffy stuff that makes your face resemble the upwind side of a road sign in a blizzard from the blowback from the blower. (Your not the the only one that gets rosy cheeks) Rapid City is actually known as banana belt, I think annually we only get 55-60”. We are kinda located in the foothills of the Black Hills. I enjoy your posts, they remind me of myself when I wore a younger man’s clothes.

[@marieintheUP]

@@bradmoyer9737 all the rosy cheeks! the cold air is good for our health I believe, it sure is nice to be out there in the peaceful snow covered world. its so nice to watch the snowfall and enjoy coffee! when I wore a younger mans clothes :) thank you for the smile!

[@pmz29991]

So you know, I am 64, Love ya, we all need to love more. Keep posting!

[@marieintheUP]

I love that you are 64! lots of life experience I can learn from, thank you for your support and kindness!

[@robertbarker3110]

Marie in the U.P., I enjoy your videos and what you are doing.

[@marieintheUP]

Thanks so much

[@benterwellen]

I’m from lower michigan, and love upper michigan, like to see what’s happening up there…

[@marieintheUP]

hi in the LP, thank you for watching and for your kind comment, I think its fun to show my UP adventures, all of MI is pretty amazing!

[@wawalker1]

Thanks, Marie

[@marieintheUP]

thank you!

[@spike4416]

I have owned an Ego Mower and an Ego Grass Trimmer since 2016. They are the best Mower and Grass Trimmer I have ever owned.

[@marieintheUP]

great info to know, does the mower and trimmer use the same battery? I am looking at the mower and I think it uses the same battery as the snowblower I have.

[@spike4416]

@marieintheUP The mower came with a 7.5 AH battery and the Trimmer came with a 5.0 AH battery. I have 2 batteries that are interchangeable. As far as I know Ego batteries can be used on all Ego products.

[@marieintheUP]

@@spike4416 good to know thank you!

[@spike4416]

@@marieintheUP Your Welcome. I believe Ego also makes a riding mower that uses the same batteries.

[@jarhead3076]

I'm a 58 year old male and I own a EGO snowblower. It starts everytime I push the button. I don't have to put gas in it, I don't have to change the oil, It doesn't break the pull cord. It works. 😊

[@marieintheUP]

I love just having to push the button :) I cant start my gas products by myself if the push start stops working or if they only have the pull start. plus I often forget to deal with the oil and don't always have enough gas on hand. for me its easier and I am so thankful to have the option, thank you for your comment!

[@roberts.1400]

Jumped on the UP train when you got your EGO ... Since then I've been on the hunt for a new electric Snowblower 👊🏻 😹 I'm in the +45 demographic and I don't hate on electric snowblowers, what's funny is that I bet the guys whining about your snowblower have battery powered hand-tools such as drills, impact drivers and ratchets 🧐 See you in the next video 🌻

[@marieintheUP]

you are so right! haha and i didnt even think of that, I don't know any handheld gas drills, you are the best! let me know if you find a cool snowblower!!

[@Brent-m7u]

And well deserved😍

[@marieintheUP]

you the best! thank you

[@toddl3011]

Thank you for your content. I have a place in Grand Marias, MI. Love seeing all your stuff. Can't wait to retire like you did. Maybe you can address getting healthcare up there.

[@marieintheUP]

Grand Marias is such a nice place! how cool you have a spot there! I can't wait for you to retire too!! ohhh that is a great idea, it is hard to get into doctors and dentists here, we drive all over MI for that, I will make a video soon about that- thank you!

[@KK-jj7zi]

Hard working girl with a good heart. Put together a funny tee shirt about electric snow blowers vs gas snow blowers. Thanks for the vids keep having fun

[@marieintheUP]

thats am awesome idea! love it! also thank you for the wonderful compliment!

[@ДенисФадеев-д1с]

Hi! Your video of unloading the snowblower is so funny! Will there be more videos of using the snowblower or are you not interested? (I'm 37)

[@marieintheUP]

hi! I am glad you asked, yes lots more snowblower videos, I just recorded one yesterday that I am getting ready to upload, the whole thing is my snowblower because we got a lot of snow!

[@Dale-s1u]

Hey Marie, I'm a 63 y.o. male and HI... from Kalkaska. I really enjoy your vids. Ignore the haters, as they have nothing better to do and that's all they know. Keep having fun doing what you're doing.

[@marieintheUP]

hi in Kalkaska, you are from such a beautiful place in MI, I love Torch lake and all the cute little lake side towns there. thank you for the kind comment!

[@Dale-s1u]

@@marieintheUP Torch lake is a beautiful lake, rated one of the most beautiful in the US. But my idea of beautiful lakes are smaller ones, wild... not surrounded by houses.😊😊

[@marieintheUP]

@@Dale-s1u I agree, I just won't be posting any of the more private spots, torch lake is beautiful but it is way too crowded and houses everywhere like you said

[@Dale-s1u]

@@marieintheUP I like your way of thinking

[@Al_G]

Just watch what you film. Some channels I love had to move from sharing too much because of stalkers. No street views or close local info or landmarks. I am surprised how fast this has grown and wishing the best success. Be safe and ignore the trolls.< ( Not us downstaters 😅)

[@marieintheUP]

exactly, trolls under the bridge are good- online trolls are not :) I try to be super careful about where I film, its crazy the amount of men who have tried to guess where I live or who have said they know where I live. I am extremely cautious with filming, nothing within 30 mins of my house for sure. maybe now an hour or more away. thank you for your support!

[@leroyclement4544]

Congratulations

[@marieintheUP]

thank you :)

[@MrDrillunit]

you go girl

[@coldspring624]

Oh you have to watch us old guys. You know we just have to jump in with advice and our opinion.....it's just in our blood we live for it. If you ever want to know something feel free to ask me anytime. Heck, my wife has told me at least 4 times today alone that I know everything............HA haaaa.

[@marieintheUP]

:) I have no issues with older men, only with people who tell me to go kill myself for buying a battery snow blower lol. you are great and I appreciate your comments and the advice you share!

[@gobigparts]

@@marieintheUP These are the poeple who the news caters to. Retired and don'tt have anything better to do but sit in front of the TV and get angry. The media makes money from fear mongering these gullable people. Just ignore the haters.

[@bobrodenkirch]

I don’t know how long you have lived in the UP we live just over the boarder to the south. Noticed that you have that space you like to chill outside. We screened in an area similar to yours only because of the bugs/black flies that start in spring and are so aggressive that enjoying the outside can be a struggle you may appreciate it.

[@marieintheUP]

I have been meaning to make a video asking for advice on how to build a screen covering for the covered porch, for the bugs like you said (ive been using a mosquito net in the summer and it works but it doesnt look great and I could like to enclose the entire area for the cats because they like being out there with me. I have questions for you! when you have time, please let me know what materials worked for you, did you screen it in your selves, find a company? I will most likely have to do the work myself because I haven't found any handmen who have time here yet.

[@marieintheUP]

the bugs/black flies/mosquitoes, they are hard to deal with, I walk around with a net over my hat lol but I have some new things that people sent me to try that may work well. It will be my third summer in the UP, but its just my first winter here

[@bobrodenkirch]

We did it by ourselves. I’m 71 yr old retired (somewhat) retired carpenter. It’s actually an easy project. If you have a decent drill that can drill a 3/8” hole into concrete with a concrete bit. You then lay down your bottom 2x4 to where you want them to be on your slab next drill a hole through 2x4 into concrete maybe an 1 1/2” deep into concert and hammer a 3/8” lag into concrete every 4’ or so after bottom plate is down with a level plum up to ceiling and screw in top plate to match bottom plate. I bought a 36” w x 50’ long roll of pet screen pet screen is like 7x’s stronger than regular screen. I then spaced 2x4 ‘s studs at 34” apart and screwed to top and bottom plates and put a horizontal 2x4 at about 3’ off the deck just to help keep the walls straight then with a good stapler like a hammer type fasten screen to studs. If you need a door you can build one or buy a good wood door like a clear view wood door. After you’re done with putting on screen rip 1 1/2” strips to cover staples. Spend the extra money on cedar for all wood.

[@bobrodenkirch]

I looked back on a clip to show your deck and noticed that you have no concrete just a wood deck so forget my prior suggestion on concrete drilling etc just screw down your bottom plates with with 3” exterior screws and use the same screws on the rest of project

[@marieintheUP]

@@bobrodenkirch thank you for all this helpful advice! it sounds easier without concrete so I am glad I just have a wood deck, good to know about the cedar as well! I do need a door, I was wondering how difficult that would be, I have never built any doors but I will building doors or buying them for the log cabin this summer, I love projects like this though, I like learning!

[@Troia-fm9sh]

Im an refinery operator and i prefer my electric lawmmower,pressure washer etc over my gas tools

[@marieintheUP]

hi! what brand is your lawn mower? I am looking for an electric mower this summer, im thinking ego but im not sure, any recommendations?

[@bradmoyer9737]

I own a battery powered drill, string trimmer, hedge pruner, air blower and a sawzall, that all share interchangeable batteries as part of a manufactures system of tools, I can run and charge any of them on a continuous basis because I intentionally bought all of them with one battery. I also own a gas powered snow blower, lawn mower and a corded electric edger appropriate to the size of my property. I try and calculate the most appropriate tool for the job to hand and base my purchasing decisions on what is right for me without prejudice. 🤷🏼 common sense?

[@marieintheUP]

hi Brad, thats very smart, I love using tools that can work with the same battery. you have common sense, not everyone does, we need more Brads :)

[@bradmoyer9737]

@ and less snow, this morning was the third day in a row moving snow, mutter, mutter, mutter, that’s supposed to be you guys nots us 😂🤣. Hope you have a great day!

[@marieintheUP]

@@bradmoyer9737 its interesting how the snow distribution system is working this year , hope you get a break from the snow moving soon :)

[@genekied]

Pretty darn sad that some have nothing better to do with their lives than to be hateful on some random channel. I watched because I love the U.P. And people who are genuine about their lives. Just do you and ignore the losers.

[@marieintheUP]

thank you so much for saying that, I agree it is sad, I appreciate you and all the others who continue to provide encouragement, advice and great conversation!

[@charlesbartholomew2910]

Marie, I figured the reason you started this channel was to reach out and share with people what you are experiencing, having never experienced life in this way before. Also, being in the UP can be rather isolated and having friends close by, at least in the early stages of living there, was non-existent. This was a way for you to start a new circle of friends and a way to get friendly advice to help you through some of things you were experiencing. You've touched many people with your experiences. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great work. Looking forward to the next installment. 😊

[@marieintheUP]

you are right about all those reasons! thank you for watching and for your kind comments, I will be back to posting funny snow blowing videos very soon!