$6 Electric Bill using solar on her Incredible Tiny Home - “Choose Tiny, Live Free” 🏡

[@aletasbrocco214]

This is my beautiful mother and i’m so happy to see her ideas and place shown off. Thank you ITH for giving her such a sense of community it warms my heart as i’m not living as close to her as i wish i could be. Thank you to the community/ comments for being so nice. And momma if you’re reading this i love you so much you’re so smart and inspirational. Keep keeping on🥰💓

[@chriss3314]

I love you so much too bug. You're the best part of my life. 😊🙏🌍💜🤎🖤❤️🧡💙💚💛

[@jacquelinejohnson3141]

Your mom seems amazing! So happy for her!

[@marywood8794]

That ladder talk must have been a bit of a scary thought to her your mother talking about! Lol

[@yvette968]

Your Mom is a cool independent woman.

[@timeforchange3786]

Your mom is so amazing but I know you already know that. Thank her for showing us her home, her tips, and her beautiful thinking on life. What a great mom!

[@charlesdavis7461]

What a great down to earth lady.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Very kind😊🙏🌍

[@WoodenFeather-xm3vl]

ITH has the community many are starved for. Like Chris stated she and Melody both have unique homes that fit them perfectly. Thanks to all who share their experiences and the creativity of their homes. Worth every cent to wrap your pipes. Great job Chris.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much. Very kind😊🙏🌍

[@lindasuebell8308]

I enjoyed listening and learning from this fantastic woman. This video along with the one yesterday with Melody plus the folks Randy and Amanda run into as they walk through the grove shows a beautiful community of people and tiny homes. Love it!❤️

[@chriss3314]

Thank you It's a very special place. You never know how it was going to be we all just went for it and it's working out beautifully. My neighbor Joe said it's almost like going back to the pioneer days of helping, sharing and trading with one another. You gotta love it. 😊🙏🌍

[@leslie6189]

​@@chriss3314exactly!!! I so feel that too... What Joe said about Helping, trading, supporting each other,.... And I see a lot of sharing from the heart.... The Grove is so that... And it's really what Randy and Amanda had envisioned for the whole community at 850 ind... So the Grove is really showing out and leading by example.... Go GROVE, go Grove... (We are beach... But we are with that same heart and spirit :).... LOVING the spirit and heart felt community engagement that is happening in the Grove... Xo to our neighbours there!!

[@Cpd0127]

Ok Randy and Amanda. By far one of the best videos ITH has ever put out. Chris is an inspiration to living tiny and enjoying life and trying to live healthy and helping her neighbors. I visited last month and I felt the energy and I want to make the move.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you for your kind words😊🙏🌍

[@Cpd0127]

You are so welcome Chris. I was so touched by the video. I watched it again

[@desireelamarche7149]

Amanda, I have an idea for ya....Select a wall at the office or wherever wall visitors can see and place a collage of pictures of the folks doing community gatherings, helping each other, or whatever other special moments they have.....If I drove in to see ITH and I saw a big wall like that welcoming me to what I could expect of this place, I would love it......Anyway, I love you guys and what you're doing. I wish I could be a part of this...

[@desireelamarche7149]

@@bailatwerski2951 Yeah, and she can place those "inspirationa lsayings" that she likes from the people in the community all over the wall too in quotations and with the name of the person on the bottom of it. I think Display everyone's unique personality

[@desireelamarche7149]

I don't live there but in my heart, I feel I'm already there ❤️

[@desireelamarche7149]

Three wall of Wisdom, Warmth, Family, Hope, and Love

[@melaniehoshall6942]

So many people in this community that I am so looking forward to meeting! I'm adding Kris (sp?) to the list! "Does it lift my energy? Keep the love; give the stuff away." This wonderful woman doesn't just have words to live by; she's got an actual philosphy of life! Some folks have so much to give, they feed energy to the world. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself, Kris.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much. You are so welcome. Chris😊🙏🌍

[@paulorzechowski8498]

This young lady is super cool.😊😊😊

[@IreneMiranda-hh9ri]

What a inspiration this lady is. She makes so much sense. She is her authentic self.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you😊🙏🌍

[@debstrout1844]

What an inspiration! This lady is a gem and I imagine her neighbors love her.

[@chriss3314]

Very kind Thank you 😊🙏🌍

[@justmaria5806]

This woman and her space exude dynamic energy. She is the epidemy of a natural born teacher and leader. Inspiring and just the sort of person you would want as a friend and neighbor. Randy and Amanda...... this tiny little Grove space is turning into one hell of a good gumbo; with a little of this and a little of that. God has blessed you with a dream and a desire to bring people together, and you've succeeded in doing just that.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Very kind words 😊🙏🌍

[@lisetteem588]

HI Maria i think you mean epitome? X

[@justmaria5806]

@lisetteem588 Thank you for working as YT's spell check.

[@lisetteem588]

well you mentioned teacher, so i thought you were interested in learning.. if not well correct a wise man and all that..@@justmaria5806

[@MelissaMalzahn]

She is very handy and kind helping the neighbors. It was a good idea making frames for the skirting easier to handle. ❤

[@chriss3314]

Thank you It worked for my needs. Happy that it's done. 😊🙏🌍

[@tinyhomenetworking]

🎉 She's living her best life, Amen to that❤

[@dagmar623]

Amanda, Randy, I LOVE that you are highlighting residents and their homes. THIS IS THE REAL STUFF us who are looking to someday live there needs to continue to see.❤

[@dianavalenti1464]

Yes, I love that you are showing everybody's house. I love that you are showing the joy of life!

[@aparsons2391]

Chris, I love everything you have done to your home!

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much. I appreciate that. 😊🙏🌍

[@mindysmith4645]

I love the spirit of this place… open hearted and safe… I will definitely check out your community when I make my next bold move. 🙏🏼☮️🏡

[@imaoky4440]

I love it when you tour the tiny homes.

[@susanbeals7597]

I started eating more healthfully in my 40's, and got more serious about it in my 50's. Thank God I did, because my immune system is now super strong, and has been tested several times in my 60's, starting with Covid and now osteoarthritis. We absolutely must take care of ourselves. If we don't, who will?

[@MelissaJohnson23408]

Hello congratulations on your healthy dieting. Do you have any suggestions for coffee binging I have a very bad habit. I just can't seem to quit.

[@meatavoreNana]

I'm 72yrs ,went carnivore....never better

[@chriss3314]

That's amazing. Glad to hear that😊🙏🌍 Thank you

[@debrarogers8546]

@@MelissaJohnson23408 Look into a product called dandy blend. Maybe gradually replace a cup of regular coffee with that. Reminds me of instant coffee if I make it strong enough. Been coffee free for 21 days now after 50+ years of daily consumption.

[@Faithful525]

@@MelissaJohnson23408 - I used to drink a lot of coffee, too, but I cut back on it gradually. Over several months, I reduced my coffee intake, slowly, so I could avoid the headaches of caffeine withdrawal. I've been drinking only 12 oz every morning, mixed with MCT coconut oil, for the last 5 years. I do enjoy a little white or green unsweetened iced tea every afternoon, though, which helps with the post lunch sleepies.

[@gbarraco8888]

I have to say this was my favorite segment Randy and Amanda have done. People and experiences are more important than stuff. Well done!

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Very kind😊🙏🌍

[@charletteprzybylski3417]

Another fantastic video Randy and Amanda!! You inspire so many people, and the ITH community residents are inspiring too! W hen we visited ITH middle of September, we enjoyed the tour with Twilia and getting to meet a few of the residents. But the community feeling isn't just ITH exclusive. We met so many wonderful people in Newport and in the County. We can hardly wait for 2024 when we move to Newport and order our ITH cargo home!!!

[@sherryjobe8941]

Loved this video. Such a down to earth real person. She is so right about Life. So many of us have more stuff than any of us need. She has alot to offer the ITH community! ❤

[@chriss3314]

Thank you That is very kind. We all have things to offer, in a community like this, it's very helpful. 😊🙏🌍

[@ambermcnamara9557]

Instant friends with this smart practical lady🙋🏼‍♀️

[@jennysiebenthaler134]

Great video!! I recently heard about Swedish Death Clearing, didn't know that's what I've been doing for quite a few years now. Striving for more of a minimalist lifestyle by choice, not by circumstances. I've been living quite comfortably in an 8x20 car hauler and already have everything I need for my 8x20 I-box in Buffalo Creek. While on my hike today in PNW, I literally came up with an idea to put my I-Box in my will to go to one of the ITH workers who is in need of it, if I can do that. I love seeing all the various tiny lifestyles in Tiny Towne : )

[@melissaciswhoibe9183]

I love your comment. You really touched my heart with leaving your home to an ITH worker in need when that time comes. So kind. I just felt compelled to comment. Have a beautiful, blessed day. 🙏 ❤

[@djkenny1202]

That’s so wonderful!! I hope to know more folks like you ❤️ I could see us retiring in one around 5 years.

[@chriss3314]

That's incredibly generous. Buffalo Vreek is beautiful. Enjoy😊🙏🌍

[@dyslexicangel]

Omg I LOVED THIS WOMAN!! I can’t wait to get there!! Let’s eat healthy and build stuff! What a joyful energy! 🌸💥👊

[@chriss3314]

Sounds good to me. Thank you 🌍🙏😊

[@tiggerwigger9135]

Finally someone jumped on the magnetic possibilities!! I keep saying there are endless possibilities for decorating with large printed or hand painted magnets too (you can buy magnet in sheets or rolls) decorate seasonally inside/out side the house, Easter, animals, flowers Thanksgiving, Halloween , Christmas inside you could also do family portraits, favourite travel pictures, giant flowers to look like wall paper or even prints that look like wood grain panel. Sooo many possibles and easy to put up, clean, and move around. Hope more of them do this kind of thing. Awesome!!!

[@tiggerwigger9135]

@@bailatwerski2951 Wow, how exciting!! Are you going to be living on one of their properties? Wish I was moving there. There certainly is a beautiful thing happening down there. If you do decide to do the magnet thing I hope you post a video. I look forward to seeing it, there are so many possibilities.

[@faychampoux345]

Another indication that this is a movement! This is an incredible woman with and incredible life at ITH 🙏♥️

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very kind😊🙏🌍

[@AbbyD_TN]

The minimalism is impressive! Solar is a smart move. Love her energy. Thanks for sharing!

[@Faithful525]

I absolutely love your pallet wood wall covering❣️ It's going to be gorgeous when you're finished, and your picture wall will look great against the wood. 😍

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much😊🙏🌍

[@sherryswafford4561]

I love how you did your bathroom, thanks for the ideal I will be doing my bathroom in my cottage when I get it in Buffalo Creek. So looking forward to it. I love getting to see how everyone is doing different stuff in their homes so I can get ideals on how I can do in my home I am getting the cottage and add-a-cottage so looking forward to it, and get out of my RV camper that I have been living in for 5years now the last 2years of it has been by my self after lost of my hubby so I am so looking happy to be here in Newport in a fresh start in a new place a new home.

[@debrawalker8134]

Wonderful life philosophies shared. All so true! You go girl! Thanks for sharing. You could feel the luv from her words and deeds. Of course thank you Amanda and Randy for building this environment.

[@FoodandOtherPassions]

I agree with the comments that are saying this is one of the best videos you guys have put out. Chris is an amazing and inspiring person. Randy is so right that she has lived life and is speaking from her heart and real experiences. She knows what truly matters after travelling the world and travelling to explore her own depths within. So many of us are OWNED by our STUFF!!! It's keeping us from LIVING!!! You never know when it's over so LIVE NOW!!!

[@chriss3314]

Very kind Much appreciated Thank you😊🙏🌍

[@andrealacey2147]

The Grove reminds me of four years in my girls' dormitory. What a blast-with a few men scattered around.

[@lisapender1751]

You rock Ms Chris!! Love your place. Simple yet homey!

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Simple is so much easier 😊🙏🌍

[@lolaoh2001]

Happy belated birthday Chris!🎈TY for sharing your home, ideas & wisdom with us today 🙏

[@chriss3314]

Thank you, very kind Very kind words😊🙏🌍

[@dsstewbaby9]

Much love

[@lisakillz1853]

wow honestly its SO cool to see all these people and how they live. i LOVE what you guys are doing. its like that movie "Its A Wonderful Life", the Bailey's building homes for regular folks that EVERYONE, could own their own home! Thankyou❤

[@karliechardi2229]

Damn!!!! The magnet wood skirting is awesome idea! The bathroom wall is gorgeous! Love the cabin look of it. Would love to see that in the rest of the inside too.

[@naasira9ali]

❤this was so wonderful! Her vibe, energy, and way of life is just right on! ☺️💗🧘🏽‍♀️🌱

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much. Very kind. 😊🙏🌍

[@naasira9ali]

@@chriss3314 your most welcome! Such a rare community 🥰Hope to be one of your neighbors someday 🏡 ☀️

[@livinright1]

I can appreciate 💯 her thought processes and the way of life, minimalistic and healthy👏

[@emiliagarcia6868]

She's awesome and the Grove are all awesome helping each other 😊❤ Thanks for sharing your tiny home 🏡, looks awesome 👍❤😊

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Much appreciated 😊🙏🌍

[@tinyhomenetworking]

100 % on the health issues ma'am ❤

[@chriss3314]

Definitely Thank you 😊🙏🌍

[@chriscesafsky7498]

Another beautiful home for a beautiful lady! Thank you so much for showing it and for sharing things about your life. You have really touched my heart and hopefully when my husband is in remission this Winter we can come down to TN. I just love what is going on there. Everyone is so wonderful and thoughtful and I really want to be apart of this.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Sending healing vibes for you and your husband. We hope you can visit soon. 🙏🌍

[@c.c.schelby759]

Wanna give a shout out to Will for putting up with all my many questions. Will makes us feel special and heard❤ Love these videos Randy and Amanda. I’ve gotten so many people to watch ITH and maybe looking into living here too. #ITHFAMILY😊

[@cristinacarnevale1599]

It's great to see how many ideas DIY can come up with😊

[@TraceyBergum]

These interviews and showings are so wonderful! Every single one is amazing! These people are so ingenious, and I am truly grateful these videos are being made! This community is THEE BEST : )

[@patriciatwalsh4479]

Totally enjoyed her tiny home.loved the interview. She has great outlook of life. Love the enthusiasm of this lady. 😊❤

[@KatBlack295]

This was very informative home showing. This beautiful lady really done her research. She answered so many questions Ive had. Beautiful practical home, with only what she needs. I love her energy💓

[@chriss3314]

Thank you I appreciate the kind words😊🙏🌍

[@cherylehubicsak3070]

Awesome woman! Tiny home, BIG personality❤

[@SacredHabitats]

Thanks for showing us your tiny home! Great tips you shared. I love that faux screwed in pallet pieces around the toilet tank lid, what a great idea! Amanda and Randy, you know what's very cool is that everyone you've interviewed so far in Tiny Town is everyone is educated and worldly. That is something you rarely see anywhere in the US. I find it fascinating that group of people are going tiny. Very cool.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Much appreciated 😊🙏🌍

[@dianavalenti1464]

Yes, I love that too. People that want to live life, not be house poor.

[@MelissaJohnson23408]

She is so neat . No rush and living as it happens. I seem to look at the past and try and dream for tomorrow.. I have to stop dreaming and just live it 😊

[@chriss3314]

There you go Enjoy it😊🙏🌍

[@dianavalenti1464]

I just love Chris. My late husband would get so upset with me for tearing up our newly built house to make improvements. I love working on my home and fixing things. I would love to meet all these folks one day. I'm loving the community feeling ITH is creating. I think we need more in our lives.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much😊🙏🌍 It's true, we do need more communities like this. I know ITH is doing everything they can to make that happen.

[@monicafarnsworth5098]

I love her philosophy on life, everyone needs to decide what is best for themselves.

[@lisa5551]

Thank you so much for sharing your great home and philosophy with us! You ROCK! I'm just starting the Swedish Death, I have 6-8 weeks to get EVERYTHING DONE & get on a plane there to ITH The Mountain Resort. Pray 🙏 everyday for The Mountain Resort to come together 🙏 and for everyone there 💗 at ITH.

[@leslie6189]

Lisa, congrats on reaching your dream, you are almost there. Our first incredibox is almost ready. We are hosting 2 people waiting on the mountain, then we can host 2 people waiting on Buffalo Creek.

[@CMEly65]

I love it, "date the space". I'm adopting that, better than thinking I'm indecisive and procrastinating. After all our Tiny's are a long term relationship.

[@bijoupoodles9851]

LOVE her paint color !!! so cottage cute

[@chriss3314]

Thank you😊🙏🌍

[@betruetoyourself8738]

Thank you Chris for allowing us to tour your home and thank you for being such an inspirational and beautiful soul. Although I am not quite able to financially begin my ITH journey just yet I am ready to go tiny now. I know in my heart that it will happen in God's timing. Blessings and Peace 🕊✝️🙏🕊

[@chriss3314]

Thank you To you as well. 😊🙏🌍

[@CynM.]

This was a wonderful video. What a great deep lady spitting out wisdom. She kind of reminds me of Barbara Streisand when she smiles( meant as a compliment). She's extremely inspirational.

[@chriss3314]

Thank you very much. I have heard about the Barbara comment before. 😁🌍🙏

[@leslie6189]

​@@chriss3314yes, Chris, you are truly beautiful... Shines right out from within... Looking forward to knowing you, will be in touch

[@April2.3]

Love this video, Smart Woman, Good Job! I Love Randy & Amanda, Great People, God Bless You All, Great Inspiration, God Makes The Major Difference! Beautiful❣️ 🌲🏡🌲

[@synthiachance1577]

I love that she is making this space as she goes with no rush or worry. I want to be her neighbor!

[@chriss3314]

Thank you for the kind words. Much appreciated 😊🙏🌍

[@charmandawkins7948]

Love this lady great person

[@chriss3314]

Thank you 😊🙏🌍

[@GHE2005]

I'm not sure this tiny home owner's name was reviewed here in the video? One of the most enjoy video at ITC I watched. Lovely, cleaver, minimalist & beautiful soul in this woman that lives & walks her talk. 🙏🏽 May u be blessed a long life. 🕉️✌🏽💓

[@c.c.schelby759]

How fun! I’m getting a hippie vibe from you🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@chriss3314]

Definitely 😊🙏🌍

[@sherrywix8170]

I love this lady! Her ingenuity and energy are absolutely contagious!

[@johnstokes4380]

And Amanda is SO Awesome and I would like to be her friend too....She is the best !!! Sandy

[@lindaheckert8495]

Such a smart Lady, Enjoyed listening to her journey. Her puppies are adorable.

[@ednabell7622]

I have never seen Randy so surprisingly pleased and inspired by this woman’s vision and lifestyle ❤

[@monicasanders810]

I enjoy every person that you interview. What a great group of people you have living there. ❤

[@angelaabsher8406]

I love it and when she is done the pallet walls it will be beautiful 😁💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 love the outside ideas and underpinning 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕😁

[@chriss3314]

Thank you I appreciate the kind words 😊🙏🌍

[@EmiliaGarcia-sh1my]

Hi Randy, Amanda & Chris 🙋‍♀️ Thanks for sharing your tiny home 🏡, love the color you chose for the outside and 😳 love the wood in the bathroom,so beautiful ❤️❤️😊 Awesome ideas, Great job 👍❤️❤️😊 Y'all have a great day ♥️♥️😊

[@sunshine8711]

happy in her little home with pups.... great lady!

[@izzy1949]

What a beautiful soul…I feel her…thankyou ❤

[@bettythomas8463]

Just when I think I'm not messing up on my comments there I go make mistakes but you know I I think you will do everything you can for all the people and I think they they really look like they appreciate it a whole bunch and keep up the good work Randy and Amanda and the rest of your gang your group.

[@faychampoux345]

Hey Randy…”Amanda grounds you”. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DaisyCooper14]

OH OH MY! What an awesome VIDEO! When I see there is a new video from ITH the biggest SMILE comes on my face! Every one gets better and better! Love it Love it! So inspirational!

[@soniakirk7909]

Wonderful tour! Love her zeal for life!

[@lisaparker3751]

Thank you Chris for the tour and you words of wisdom and encouragement!

[@prettyvnatural7748]

Love seeing the homes, nice job Chris keep enjoying life.

[@joannecrocker5232]

She's got everything she needs , a roof over her head when it rains ; a warm bed to sleep in , she's got it made , it's all you need .

[@lonnieblackwell9215]

Wow! what a lady, she really has it going on. That was a very good video.

[@MaribelFelipecandlelady]

Awesome advise! I love your place. Simple and easy. God Bless you.

[@sandrafergueson8155]

Beautiful Lady! I needed to hear that!! IF YOU WANT TO DO IT DO IT!!! I used to think that material things mattered to me. Since I've down sized its not its love, memories. Thats what matters! God bless love from Michael 💜🌞

[@janetfeathers4128]

Love her So practical

[@DeBoerVan]

Great lady, smart thinking. Great advice and wise words.

[@michelewhite4262]

The simple life..enjoy the ride.. I'm going to look into the tiny,I'm retired Nurse and ready to move

[@michelletribble71]

Love the bathroom and love date the space because that is exactly what I do when moving. I have to live and feel the space before I can make the magic happen.

[@jerripitts4105]

Omg I love this Beautiful lady's life advice...I strive to be more like her...onee step at a time I'm in 40 ff motor home now but I'm so ready to move home in a smaller place

[@jenniferevans5192]

We don’t live ‘big’ in the UK. Our average size family home is 820sq.ft according to our national statistics. We have all the amenities we need. Our average cars are much smaller than yours too. I have just returned from the States and it amazes me every time why things have to be so big!

[@jssmith1608]

I've wondered the same thing, and I live here.

[@calvada-bd8no]

UK looks like a cesspool compared to America

[@jenniferevans5192]

@@Swim136 Of course, and that is a very valid point. My main concern when I visit is the amount of food wastage in restaurants. I have witnessed many times families ordering vast quantities, and let’s face it, they are already large proportions then leaving so much at their table. As I said earlier, it is a completely different culture to Europe, but it is the wastage that would feed so many people, that is shocking.

[@marywood8794]

Is this lady looking for a job? Randy and Amanda should hire her as a carpenter! Lol

[@lolaoh2001]

What a beautiful spirit Chris has! 🤩🌟💛✌️and I love her smarts & humor.. oh yes 😅 & her THOW!

[@sandraorton1283]

Enjoyed eavesdropping on your conversations. So many brilliant statements that make you stop and think .But I got tickled when she said she had a few clothes just so she didn't go out naked ! So interesting getting to know all the Grove residents. Thanks for doing the videos.

[@kathyoaks5898]

Great ideas, what an awesome neighbor.

[@HippieKitchenWitch]

Very helpful information thank you so much brilliant woman!!

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Very kind words😊🙏🌍

[@sheilaoneal1394]

My daughter visited me and she helped me do a Swedish Death Cleaning of my kitchen. I’m so in love with my kitchen now! It has just what I need. Gave 2 giant carloads of stuff to a thrift shop. Don’t miss it at all. I’m starting on a closet in the living room next. Love your houses and all the tours. I would love to live in one of your communities.

[@1951Roy]

Thanks, this was the best video. Keep them coming.

[@tufalike1796]

what a wonderful lady! Can't wait to see her home finished because right now it's a work in progress. God bless her!

[@LoriWynn]

Beautiful video and beautiful person my kind of people, ❤️

[@michellelang6382]

The magnetized board for a welcome sign by the door... would be really cute!

[@Stacey721]

Wonderful and inspiring person and video. Thank you. Wise words, too. One piece of advice- don't put house in children's name as they will have to pay capital gains. Rather, do a transfer of deed at death or living trust. (Living trust is probably better) Check with attorney to avoid probate and capital gains. God bless!

[@lesialepleyfail9361]

I love her personality 😊 .! Go Tiny so you can live life . Date your Tiny before decor. Love her sayings. ❤ I'm going to re-watch it's such a great video

[@chriss3314]

Thank you Very kind 😊🙏🌍

[@SoulMaeven]

Omg y’all this was so much fun! Look at his ya’ll are beating “the man” - $6 for electric! House paid in full probably! Now Chris can just live her life - her time is her own! I’m super inspired ❤

[@reneedickerson4489]

Thanks for the tour.