#48 Winter Wonder Land

The snow is piling up fast, making it harder to work. At the same time the vistas become increasingly beautiful. I'm making progress with the gutters and I'm solving little problems on the property.
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Music in this video: Iles by Jordan Critz
0:00 Moving snow
2:40 Solar panels
3:51 Moving the car
7:38 night
8:12 Back to work
9:16 Taking down scaffolding
10:20 Cooking in the tent
11:18 A walk
12:27 Back to work
17:41 Painting
19:43 Frozen everything
22:43 working on the gutters
27:20 Painting
28:02 Heating solution battery box
34:03 Gutter in place
37:35 Painting
39:40 Wolves
44:30 Outro monologue

[@louisclaerhout]

Welcome to the internet's most peaceful and calming place. Where everyone can relax and escape reality. Thanks for that, Martijn!

[@kongswethai3964]

i agree 100%

[@user-yv8mu5ub4b]

You're wrong. This is reality..

[@PH-hw5nx]

So true. Great to escape.

[@NanaRides]

Was just about to say the same! I LOVE these videos. They are just what I need.

[@elxakiltse8773]

even the URL says CALM

[@lancejames9228]

This This is beyond a youtuber. The entire video... the drone footage. The music! editing .....all of it. nothing short of spectacular. The gutters are looking great

[@MakeAllThingsBeautiful]

i was skeptical but your right and they do maybe to the extent that if Martijn squeezes those gutters into the painting, even the painting will look even better, regardless the detail is impressive, you doing good

[@dorothykay6350]

Netflix special 💖

[@CaravelKiwi]

Wolf howls!

[@Laurie6060]

Well said Lance!

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

They are masterpieces. Work of art

[@varietyphoto]

My life is so chaotic right now dealing with a 90 year old with dementia extremely extremely stressful I never miss one of Martin's videos it is my escape from the pain of a real situation that I have been dealing with for over 9 years and the misery continues, but yes thankyou martin for sharing it is such a relief to have an escape even if it is only for 30 minutes.

[@fraslavko1]

I'm so sorry for your burden, You are awesome.. God bless you for your compassion. Blessed Christmas kindest regards. Annmarie

[@luciastrangis7638]

Having taken care of my mom with dimentia I know very well how hard, painful, and devestating it all is. I'm so sorry.

[@dutchgram3799]

It is a cruel disease. I can appreciate what you must be experiencing. I pray for love, patience and peace for you and the 90 year old person. May God bless you.

[@Apollost]

You will get through! Be strong! I am rooting for you!

[@sabinemuller7834]

Thats a really hard job looking after someone like that. I pray for you that you get help, someone who takes a chunk of the burden so you get free time and relief. My Dad 87 also dementia, but when I decided I need help and look after myself shortly before collapse, thanks to God I received help. A lot of prayers persistence and not giving up on oneself🙏🏻May God bless you and send you his helping angels for the 90 year old.🕊

[@lindachenoweth9002]

If You Tube gave out awards for best home videos, Martijns would win hands down. Even teaching himself how to paint, lets us see how thoughtful he is to details. Again, thank you so much for taking us along on your journey Martijn! Take care!

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

Yes, he is a master

[@aina2165]

He is very focused and has great discipline. Admirable.

[@sunzeneise]

One word INDUSTRIOUS!

[@rosemaryjasper1121]

A pause in time, whilst the rest of the world spins ever fast! So beautifully composed you have perfected the technique of grabbing the viewers attention. You quietly suck us in, little did we realise the power of viewing just a single episode would have on our lives! We all now wait for our weekly fix of tranquility and a feeling of being at peace. ❤️

[@henrycazalet9607]

Perfect description Rosemary

[@frankmascarell5923]

Inspiración natural, sin colorantes ni conservantes 😉Gracias Martijn

[@jornspirit]

...couldn't have said it better... xx

[@dutchgram3799]

I love the way you wrote this. I agree with you.

[@BufferlowBill]

Amen and Amen!!

[@ilonacrooks5899]

Hi Martin, I am a 67 year old woman, I have a husband who is 74 and built his own home..I am living your content, everything is looks hard but you continue through all your obstacles with joy..watching you has given me peace and relaxation..Thank you

[@mahr1972]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate how, in shots where Martijn is driving, he has to stop and retrieve the camera, bit it's edited as though we're observing it continuously? Even doing this with the gutter scenes, ending with the wide shot, is next level.

[@Onemattressatatime]

If you ever have the Opportunity watch foresty forest . He spends hours climbing up and down mountains retrieving his cameras. Love both of the channels

[@irenesyska4595]

Thank you for that. I just found his channel and I have been binge watching. I was wondering about how he did that. I see he’s a filmmaker, so he knows all the little tricks of the trade.

[@a-ls6333]

Easily the best channel on KZbin right now & would be worthy of a slot on Discovery Channel instead of some of those contrived shows based on Alaska. Your voice is so peaceful & the way you interact with the camera is so natural - it genuinely feels like I'm there observing. When you turned & asked "Can you hear the Wolves?” I found myself answering out loud. Your work is beautiful. You are doing the beautiful surroundings justice. Thank you for sharing it with us. Xx

[@R-Texas]

😂 So funny! I answered out loud as well. Sitting here watching all alone and I answered yes, so cool! 😂

[@a-ls6333]

@@R-Texas hahaha, glad I'm not the only one!

[@claravonessen5673]

It amazes me how you face every drawback as a new opportunity to enjoy the scenery, the cold snow, never complaining. It's refreshing to see the enjoyment of the small things...

[@Onemattressatatime]

I would be a whiny baby saying four letter words every minute . I Look forward to every new video

[@WalterN34]

Cover your solarpenals with plastic sheets. Much easier to clean from snow

[@CormacHolland]

Scam ^^^

[@johnvanhal2450]

@@CormacHolland report it. I just did it in all comments here. Hope it helps.

[@lukesupertramp1928]

@@johnvanhal2450 yeah it can help! I just did it too!

[@julielumsden5184]

Scammers are on every KZbin site I hope people realize that

[@johnvanhal2450]

@@julielumsden5184 True. But it's unbelievable that people still fall for this particular type of scam. They must be complete newbies in comment sections.

[@henrycazalet9607]

Gutter brackets. No one has given them a moment’s thought and now we’re all gripped. Wherever Martyn goes, we will follow.

[@you_are_cleared_hot6950]

Martijin, I thought you were nuts when you were first talking about putting up wooden gutters. They look absolutely beautiful and tie in very well with the stone architecture. Well done, sir!

[@jackiwannapaint3042]

he was nuts but it seems to be working out!

[@beniank9091]

Video like this totally as removed me from regular TV programming. You are producing better videos than multi-million dollar operations. Thanks for sharing Martijn.

[@dianeporter5060]

You put so much work into your videos and the results are absolutely brilliant

[@MemphisGal]

Agreed. The filming and editing is gorgeous and the results are mesmerizing. All of it: the varying perspectives, things like the sun coming up and setting, those majestic views, unobtrusive music, and Martijn's soothing voice and clear elocution. Filming all those intricate processes without being boring. Martijn, you have a wide scope of talents; your filmmaking and story telling skills are impressive! Your channel is such a peaceful place to go to get away from the chaos of modern urban life. I really enjoy watching you be so generative from your knowledge and imagination--creating and living in accord with nature out there in a wilderness, while being hospitable and social with your visitors and helpers. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@judyschepp8748]

@@MemphisGal I soooo agree with you Gail!!!! He is quite talented🤗🤗😁💙

[@gracielazaffarana9777]

Second time in the series that I am left in total awe: the beauty of the landscape, your work on the gutters, your painting, your delicate balancing between busyness and stillness, and most of all your fortitude of spirit. One of a kind, one of a kind indeed. It is remarkable what one can accomplish when one is doing what is "meant" to be doing. Stay well.

[@user-ef8gn7gz6f]

Martin you seem to have the patience of Job, nothing ever rattles you. Good trait for how you live. 😊

[@peterdevereaux6512]

There is an American product, available through Amazon, called “rain-x” that is you apply it to the surface of your solar panels and your vehicle windows. It substantially reduces the ability of water to stick to your windshield or any glass surface. It’s too late given your weather but do that next fall and it will reduce snow sticking to glass surfaces.

[@mariashelton2950]

It is 530 am here in Georgia USA and was looking through you tube for something worthwhile to watch …and you popped up. Hallelujah!

[@eshqa]

the land... the snow... the painting... the wolves howling... the music... 💖🙏

[@dianeteichen5720]

Martijn, I am an old woman, getting older every day! I hope I live long enough to see at least one cabin restored! I love that you are so meticulous and patient and I can't wait for each new week to see what you are doing! God speed, my friend, and enjoy your peace! 💖☺💖🙋‍♀️

[@EcoCurious]

The music, paired with those gorgeous drone shots, was particularly beautiful in this one, Martijn. I will never stop watching these videos!

[@ben_pls]

One of the few series I'll instantly click as soon as it's in my feed. Thanks for sharing your journey with us Martijn. My dad has always been keen on DIY, repairing and building things his own way. It's been fascinating watching your approach, ideas and skills develop, given my father's farming background and your graphic design one 🙂 I'm in my mid 20s now and I dream of being able to take on a project like this, hopefully in an environment almost this beautiful too. I really appreciate and enjoy these videos

[@themacker85]

Indeed. Martijn is also an instant click for me 🙂

[@AnitaSouthall]

Such a great resource to refer to.

[@inspired9239]

I'd seen in one of his videos telling us he had been a graphic designer, but I have to wonder if his educational background isn't in engineering. I hope to find more about his background within his channel. Nevertheless, I love the way he thinks.

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

You are a reminder that life is what you make of it. You are so like my dear husband thirty years ago he always just put his mind to the job at hand and never stopped until it was finished. It is the best compliment I can give you to compare you to my amazing husband. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

Maybe you have a problem with a troll on your account. I’m sure you are not sending me a package.

[@adamwade1053]

I feel like part of the reason Martijn's videos interest me and I watch each one is that its so different from my typical lifestyle. I'm a very efficiency oriented, get-things-done-quick type person. That part of me asks why a weeklong video only accomplished half of one gutter! The better part of me is reminded that meticulous work and appreciating what you're doing while you do it is the larger goal. Thank you for broadening my perspective, Martijn. Incredible story telling - as always. Never change.

[@fraslavko1]

I would say that a better part of the week is taken up with editing, and moving the camera around and setting up the shots. mucho hours of work. We only know a portion. We'll learn more when the BOOK comes out. LOL

[@FRUGALZZZ1]

Stunning photography and a storyline that always engages. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@Jarfm]

The task you have taken on is quite astounding, but you rise to every new challenge with quiet ingenuity and competence. And through it all, you remain joyful of your surroundings.

[@carolynellis1211]

I love how you expressed yourself using the perfect words. I couldn’t agree more!

[@masaiwhite5933]

It's true,there is something very calming about your videos.I know i do not have the skills or patience to do what you are doing,but i watch and admire you regardless.

[@g.e.boroush5176]

My cat was snoozing away tucked in his little round bed in the corner, Colorado's mountains. When the wolves began, his ears perked and his head turned even before his eyes opened. Funny to think he was awakened by your wolves, Italy's mountains. :-)

[@nickrivero8192]

Thanks! So appreciate you sharing your amazing endeavor with the world.

[@efeber2006]

It is great you are do building works systematically; no rush, no bad details. Also I love that you told everything in the video; nature, painting, stone & wood building, energy, weather, transportation and so on.

[@samissomar]

@@user-bh7ly7er1u You must be another of those youtube scammers !...

[@kattihatt]

@@samissomar its a bot.

[@adelem432]

You live in a literal Christmas card illustration.

[@pamelarepec8]

I love your attitude about work; Gods Art outweighs the little inconveniences.

[@misspnaylor]

What can I say Martijn, other than WOW! Your channel was mentioned by a fellow KZbinr, so I decided to have a look. Three days later of watching this series (I just had to binge watch 😳), the quality of your films (because that’s what they are, not vlogs), is that of an independent film company. But in this instance, you are doing everything. There’s nothing more I can say which hasn’t already been said so eloquently by so many of your viewers. We are fortunate to have someone like you, who takes the time in their life, to share their world. You bring so much pleasure into peoples lives, you are a treasure, truly special and blessed. Thank You from the bottom of my ❤.

[@R-Texas]

Ms PN, very well said! I, too, found Martijn by chance and binge watched to catch up....now I look forward each week to his next video. I am amazed at Martijn's talents, artistry, and life lessons. He is unique. Welcome to his weekly meditation time. Watching him is so relaxing to me.

[@miabrown1000]

in a word... GORGEOUS... And that describes everything.. the work, the scenery, the spirit you show, your calming influence... Such a privilege to be able to watch you every week..

[@Val_Emrys]

This what a love letter to the world looks like.

[@sherry9088]

I was so busy Sunday that I picked Wednesday to watch your video with no disturbance from anyone! Wednesday worked, I watched all the commercials , which makes my relaxing moment, longer, while getting lost in Italy. This is my vacation every week with Martin in Italy! Just love it! Thank you for this journey! ❤

[@cherylwood590]

It's so beautiful there, haunting, lonely, but beautiful. It reminds me of a storybook sometimes.

[@davidfellowes1628]

The workmanship is magnificent, Martijn.

[@sobrien112]

When your Italian series started, I doubted it could match your bike adventures. I was wrong. While I still rewatch Two Years (more than I'd admit) and I'm finally treating myself to your "Two Years on A Bike" book today, your current series has become integral to my week. Thanks for all the effort; it's so appreciated.

[@timothyoneil5355]

This show has been the best advertising for that car of his. Absolutely amazing.

[@yvetteburger9041]

Hello Martijn, you have become my real action hero.. adore your videos .. taking the viewer, to a time and place so many of us want to escape to.. your videos is " me time " and I share far and wide amongst friends You are a hard working and very talented man.. thank you for sharing your journey.. I learn a lot from your determination and dedication Warm Cape Town regards 🥰

[@charlietasker]

Man , that was impressive on so many levels , kudos for keeping going . Was convinced that the project might come to a halt but no . Great episode , loved the painting too. You are one cool cookie .

[@yvonnepagan9912]

Hello Charlie Tasker, Ain’t this guy something else!!!!! I caught him at about episode 28, now I can’t stop ! The reason I’ve messaged you is, I was wondering, are you related to the Tasker family, the father was Reverend Douglas Tasker of North Carlton in Melbourne, Australia? I was a friend of his kids, Roslyn and Jillian. They also had a brother named Rodney? Mum was a friend of Mrs Tasker too. RSVP

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

Well said!

[@Neutronia1]

As a painter I want to commend you upon your art work. For someone who hasn't painted before you have done a very good job. You obviously work from instinct.

[@garypeluso3300]

Watching Martijn break loose a frozen coffee cup to make coffee.... priceless!

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

A Martijn Doolaard video on a Sunday morning is one I seriously kick back for…🌲

[@paul321go]

but it's monday sir

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

@@paul321go ha! You’re right! Feels like a Sunday to me😊

[@jan6293]

Martijn, I love how you embrace the snow with your challenges to work.❄️

[@TheRasiani]

Another great episode that felt like it was over too soon. All the best viewing experiences - from movies, to sitcom, drama to documentaries - leave you feeling this way. That it was all over too soon - and in this case, you're looking forward to the next one.

[@stefanocardone550]

In this hard momento of my life, you are a paceful place. Thank you Martjin.🙏

[@dadcanufixit]

I love the fact that he does all this in his leather jacket. He reminds me of builders on British building sites in 1970's. You see all these guys with pouches, tool belts and utility belts with hundreds of tools hanging off them then there is this guy just doing his thing. Bloody great

[@cliveandrews7030]

You give inspiration to others carring on through what are difficult conditions, we all should take a step back and think about what we have.

[@duncanmackinnon7475]

Martin, your commitment to this build is a unique combination of creativity and insanity, that can create such magic. Those gutters... anyone else would've purchased nice metal or plastic units... but not you!

[@alyssadler6301]

I’m watching your videos and in this one what you are teaching me is how to appreciate all things. I’m grateful for your teachings. I love watching these videos. Thank you for sharing this incredible journey.

[@deeanncommons5459]

Absolutely stunning. Stay warm, safe and well and Happy Holidays to you, sir and everyone reading this.🎄🌲❄️☃️🍾🥂🎁🎊

[@fraslavko1]

And to you as well. DeeAnn

[@bengiles5646]

Great video Martijn . I’m not a big fan of snow, it makes life hard work, but I’ve got to say your mountain looks glorious in a white coat. That guttering is going to be a work of art. Most people would of bought it. Yours is something truly special, you never cease to amaze. Keep up the great work and thanks again for another beautiful video

[@timotheechalamet_pullup]

When I am thinking about peaceful mornings with coffee in my favorite cup I am thinking about those videos, thank you.

[@lynnemac1402]

I have never seen wooden gutters, yours is beautiful what a craftsman. Your grandfather would be so proud of the work you are doing here.

[@karolinawesolowska4591]

Thank you Martijn, from the bottom of my soul. Nothing else to add.

[@007vsMagua]

You're lucky to be able to hear wolves in Europe. I lived in the mountains of Alaska and seldom, if ever, heard wolves. I think I once heard wolves in Northern Minnesota, in the Boundary Waters, and it was a wonderful way to fall asleep. Never a reason to be afraid of wolves if you are strong.

[@aonthemove1]

This is one rare series where I click the 'like' button before I watch it :) Thank you Martijn!!

[@Monrieux1]

These videos are everything they bring me so much peace. I wake up on Sundays in expectation of Martijn's vidz💓

[@dmitrypaikin5743]

Thank you, Martijn. Your channel is very inspiring, you are a real artist

[@wjpmurray]

The wooden gutter and the supports are magnificent. They will be there long after we're all gone. People will comment on the workmanship. Dedication and love will come to mind. Its beautiful Martijn but I feel a sadness too. Maybe its just the passing of time while watching you in the winter of 2022.

[@roelofvannijen6358]

You really think wooden gutters will last long? I think they'll be gone pretty soon since it goes quite hot in summer the wood will just split. With the continuesly change in dampness they will just rot pretty quickly is what i think. It is really quite tough for this guy to work in winter overthere, respect to that. I would have preferred a southern orientation instead, so you can watch the snow without experiencing so many of the troubles that come with it, and have more charge on the batteries.

[@manonthemoon2912]

Sitting in a nice warm house, but feeling a chill looking at all that snow

[@bethcrane5780]

Beautiful, peaceful, serene. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@MattyO-72]

Stunning video with handcrafted wooden gutters ... 5 star rating ! My only concern ? ... if those wolves find your camp you are in danger. Suggest you have a firearm to defend yourself, just in case. Winter is when wild animals, like wolves, get aggressive to humans.

[@gingerhamilton8009]

Have you considered moving your refrigerator inside your tent? The tent’s ambient heat should keep the food inside from freezing and the heat from the motor would help heat the tent…might even keep the snow from accumulating while you’re gone for Christmas.

[@janwintraken]

Problem with that would be that every bit of snow that melts freezes to Ice which in turn would make the tent roof even heavier. But it probably is still viable to Put the Fridge inside the Tent.

[@gingerhamilton8009]

@@janwintraken Yes. It occurred to me after I posted it that there probably wouldn’t be enough electricity to keep it running while he was away for several days. Thanks.

[@janwintraken]

@@od3398 you are right but i was talking about the days where he is not in the Tent at all. Well see but leaving the Tent unattended for a couple of days while its cold and snowy is definetily a difficult Task.

[@rellimarual]

Is there any way you can build an actual house on this site? Those animal sheds are never going to be fit for habitation

[@nancyn347]

@@rellimarual oh ye of little faith!

[@drgunsmith4099]

Not going to lie…….best channel on KZbin.

[@devnaroberts3755]

The gutters and the supports are such a perfectly wonderful addition to this old building. I think I saw the building preening! I hope the roofer that offered advice and guidance comes back to see it finished. He will certainly be impressed with the hand hewn gutters as Martijn said this is not done locally.

[@chrisbo3493]

It's so addicting to see this type of calm tenacity. I get that making this as a vlog preserves the pictures for oneself, but imagine him being even more off grid with no cam and possibly no internet (probably needed for work).

[@EwokJEDI]

This is by far, one of the most beautiful KZbin channels to watch!

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

Totally agree 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@deehalpern8988]

I love flying over a magical ice palace with such beautiful music in the background. ❤

[@angelaberni8873]

Your painting is MAGNIFICENT!!!!!!

[@donnie.clemmons]

Martijn, Happy Holidays. Wonderful to see what you can accomplish with the snow coming down, amazing actually. We are always excited to see what you've been up to each week.

[@MetaMM]

Mesmerising, including the painting and the sound of silence with intermittent variety of noises.

[@cherylbilancia1544]

Martijn, I am in awe over how you continue working through rain or snow and with limited daylight. It is admirable and encouraging. I am lost in the scenery and solace and now the painting! I am anxiously awaiting the spring and winter has just begun! Watch out for the wolves, it worries me. Thank you for another great episode.

[@marymanessiotou1910]

Martijn, i am really looking forward every week to see your progress, see the beautiful landscape and hear the music. I love the music which absolutely matches the landscape and the piece and inner beauty you radiate with your presence in the videos. You are not only a talented person but an elevated spirit of high vibrations.

[@Gribbo9999]

Thank you for my weekly therapy! Your uploads always manage to put my head back in a good peaceful place. What a spot to regain your perspective. You get it just right Martijn.

[@aspasiabibas1819]

You're a multi talented guy Martijn. When a painting looks better than the surrounding landscape you know there's real talent there.

[@DGAFORLIFE]

This is by far the best video channel I watch!!! Keep up the dream!!!

[@pippo9591]

Quando ero giovane lessi un romanzo che si intitola: "Lo Zen e l'arte della manutenzione della motocicletta". I video di Martijn mi hanno fatto pensare a quel libro. Il titolo potrebbe essere: "Lo Zen e l'arte della ristruttturazione della baita". Naturalmente io sarei incapace di fare un solo centesimo di quello che fa Martijn ma guardandolo in azione sembra di immergersi in un mondo di appagamento e di pace.

[@hallohallo2245]

oooh man so excited every week. Now im watching 45 minutes of pure joy, inspiration and relaxing.

[@DC--zr8gw]

One of my Dutch friends recommended your channel, and I am so glad he did! It is great to see how you work away and create something beautiful.

[@yvonnepagan9912]

Martijn, you are truly amazing! No task is too trivial, too difficult, too perplexing nor too aggravating! You just get on with it! Fabulous! The view where you live is just so spectacular! I, and thousands of your viewers would adore to be there with you, though I doubt one percent would have the stamina that you have! Your painting looks wonderful ! Have you ever thought of doing the four seasons scenes from the same spot? They would look perfect on a wall in a diamond shape to show the cycle of life; no beginning and no end, just round and round! I have a bad back at present and watching you do all this heavy lifting, bobbing up and down, even just walking up the hill, I pray you never hurt yourself! To have all that construction work to do and not be able to do it would be so frustrating (just how I feel right now)! In that vein I say, PLEASE LOOK AFTER YOURSELF and keep well and fit for your humongous project! Keep safe. Thank you for your fabulous blog! ❤️🦘🇦🇺

[@dougallmcmillan8970]

The wait proved really worthwhile. For someone from the driest continent in the world, this expose was enthralling. Thank you

[@ellentaylor4351]

They say one must not envy but when I see those gutters which are unique, they created by your hands, made to work, I am envious of your multiple skills. You surely we're in front of the que when gifts of talents were handed out. 🗣 Impressive seeing you working no matter the weather the jobs must get done. You obviously well organised for all your wants and needs to get the which works well for you. The greatest MAGIC is seeing the fairy tale show covered lands, mountains and trees, it's so clean you got to be in awe. It's MAGICAL 💗🇬🇧💗

[@susankorzeniewska9902]

Martijn, I was fearful of the wolves near you at first also, but the wolf-song is enchanting and somehow reassuring now.. Your painting efforts are very encouraging and not surprising as you hav demonstrated your "artist's eye" so many times in all you do. As you batten down the hatches for winter, enjoy your time sway, we will eagerly await your return after the holidays.

[@WaseemSyed]

How can one man have so much talent crammed into him? 🤔 Amazing Martijn 🙇🏻

[@glendagrant9042]

Yes, truly amazing talent. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@daleross8328]

I’ve wondered this myself. I remember one brother is master carpenter, dad I think horticulture, wow wow I love these videos & hope to learn how it all began, history or place, stone structures & all. I’m so interested. 😊

[@donnacole4227]

Hello from Florida May the sun shine down on you an keep you warm Beautiful video

[@HanxHeez]

Almost everyone could live there for a couple of days in the summer, just a few ones can live and work there under these circumstances through the winter. And even then you have really set your mind to it. Love what you're doing man, respect!

[@Reet64]

My parents emigrated from Italy in the 1950's. Being from the Adriatic coast my mother could count on one hand the number of times she ever saw snow growing up. It is amazing to realize how different this region of Italy is from that of my family. It's really quite a small country but has vastly different climatic regions. It truly is a pleasure to watch you create your space.

[@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467]

That's the reason we have such a wide and developed culinary culture

[@roelofvannijen6358]

@@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467 haha, that would mean that countries like spain would also have such a kitchen? Personally i do not think you can compare these countries on a culinary level, but the weather and climate conditions/ differences are very similar

[@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467]

@@roelofvannijen6358 sorry, but you evidently do not know the two Countries: Spain does not have the same geographical/geological variability of (micro)climates and ecosystems that Italy has, nor Spain has the same historical and cultural differences among different regions (guess why we needed to invent the famous Italian gestures?). Moreover, Italy is a natural bridge over the Mediterranean Sea, which favoured the intercultural exchanges that, over the millennia, enriched our cuture and cuisine.

[@wendywalsh-pardey9439]

I have never seen or experienced snow. I'm 60 and Australian. On my bucket list to make snow Angels...and hope I can get up again. Lol. Thank you Martijn for the quiet contemplation under a blanket of silence.

[@roelofvannijen6358]

@@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467 i've been in spain for 20 years so i guess i know more about the spanish microclimates and ecosystem than you think. The highest pyrenees are located in spain, the picos de europa also got a big influence. I am in the puertos de tortosa beceite, just a tiny mountain compared to them mountains. I am 50 k from the mediterranian sea and we get 70 cm of snow easily. I can tell you that spanish microclimates are probably quite a bit more extreme. But if you look at it from a culinary point of view, the food in spain doesn't come nowhere near the italian food. So that is not because of climate as you suggested in your first comment. But i am not here to argue, the comment just made me smile, nothing wrong with that.

[@AksinyaAnd]

It's amazing! How wonderful it is to be able to live in such a magical place! my dream!🤩 I thank you for the opportunity to observe all this!)

[@achillesarrow]

I am there with you ... snowing, freezing, beyond immense magic ...

[@Luqman899]

I have to say, you're an absolute mad lad for using your table saw without a fence,

[@angelat7140]

My husband said the same thing. We love his videos, but that’s pretty concerning. Hubby is legitimately worried is going to get hurt with the kickback.

[@carolynellis1211]

I pray this man never gets injured. I rely on his brain and careful planning to stay safe plus help from above.

[@laurencevanhelsuwe3052]

Snow insulates your tent, I would have left it in place. Maybe strengthen the pole so that it can carry a good snow build-up?

[@MrSkian1]

I am impressed with your resolve to continue work into winter. The cold can chill the bones in that area. I have a home a few valleys over in Exilles and I need to replace my old leaking roof in this village as you have done. Living as high up on the mountain as you do is simply incredible. I salute you on your vision of simplicity.

[@connorm1817]

Thank you for all the painting Martijn. To me, this is a big part of the cold, slow winter scene - taking time in the warm tent to paint and reflect. It fits nicely and I enjoy watching your process/ progress

[@Laurie6060]

I was left with such a sense of peace and tranquility.... and then when the mysterious music started it took me to another level. Thank you Martijn.

[@Trishisadish]

Ok, your resourcefulness with the clamps is brilliant!! Glad you are using a safer warming method for your batteries too!! You got this winter thing down already!!❤

[@user-mx4kk5mm1x]

Yes. Candles in the battery box made me nervous. Good going, Martijn!

[@reubenstanley6393]

Stunning scenery, stunning woodwork skills, stunning video production. Thanks Martijn for sharing. The guttering looks gorgeous!

[@gaelcarlton9182]

Martijn, as usual your dedication to your work and project amazes me. Most people (including myself) would simply quit until spring. You are a man of great inner strength, which became very apparent as I watched your documentary on Two Years On A Bike. A fantastic documentary, which includes some of the most beautiful scenery that if it were not for your documentary, I'd never have the ability to see. Again, I watch in awe how dedicated you are to this project. Here I sit whining because I have to go out and just work outside in the cold weather. Your just amazing...and a special human being. Thank you for taking us all along on your journey.