A Typical Week in an Off Grid Log Cabin, Maple Syrup with My Daughter & Sister, Smoked Venison Jerky

[@Yashuop]

Raise your hand if you've been watching My Self Reliance for a long time🤚

[@kingrafa3938]

Almost 5 years watching the channel.

[@remecltdpanchopeters1958]

Since the beginning of the first cabin.

[@bradh5629]

Four or five years I think maybe more

[@mishmash9116]

✋🏻

[@sevilosmanbasaran8512]

👍👍

[@rachelfrees1268]

First class beauty and built with the hands of the man who lives, loves, eats, hunts, and plants his food there. Blessed are those who never give up.✋

[@paulbrowning1758]

The cabin is looking so awesome. It looks substantially larger and more dynamic inside and out compared to Shawn's previous cabin.

[@sammyacosta5442]

😊

[@rodneywroten2994]

Shawn- I bet you are one proud man. Love the detail in all your kitchen add on cabinets and rails. Looks beautiful

[@ГалинаМихайловна-й1м]

Так уютно классно тишина

[@yekaterinapanferova1410]

Well done. Good life for you.

[@janetdoecke4391]

Hello Shawn and Cali from Australia! Just wanted to say the cabin is looking fantastic and really comfortable now! Is also funny watching Cali doing snow angels, won't be long now and the snow will be gone but it is very pretty to someone who has never seen snow in person! You both are looking well, until I see you both again, take care!

[@MichealRobert-xu9cx]

Hello 👋 how are

[@MichealRobert-xu9cx]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today god bless you😍😍

[@sammyacosta5442]

😊

[@sammyacosta5442]

😊

[@skinnner]

Hi again from Iceland! It is so nice to see you enjoy the fruit of your labor inside. Can't wait to see you begin gardening again. Your cabin is a piece of art!

[@petermcguire8565]

@@rainerwinkler1111 I'll bet you rot first, I think it may already be starting in your brain

[@jaylils]

@@petermcguire8565 Alex is just a hater person for no reason. At least Alex is giving Mr James views!

[@randallcaldwell4611]

Hater’s gotta hate. What an asshole!🧐🇨🇦

[@ubroberts5541]

Great comment. Building layer upon layer. His cabin is a piece of art and function.

[@ubroberts5541]

@@rainerwinkler1111 jealous?

[@gemgari]

Shawn Cabin’s looking spiffy! Great work. Don’t forget to let your wife decorate the cabin too. Happy wife, happy life!❤️👍

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

What rubbish!!!

[@area51ray]

The interior is really looking like home now Shawn, Great job with the finish touches to the kitchen area. Can’t wait to see you put your solar system to use! I still look forward to your videos every Friday after all these years. You are a very special hard working and talented person Mr James, thank you again for sharing! Almost forgot to mention how awesome Dougs man in the tree looked in that spot. 😊

[@jimjohnson7764]

Shawn, you are living your life the way my grandparents lived. They had a small farm in northern Wisconsin. My grandfather was born in 1901. They had no running water, no electricity and did everything by kerosene lanterns during night hours. Everything was "done by hand". I remember those days as a young child vividly. He would trap beaver and muskrat, skin them and sell the pelts and shoot deer with a 30/30 Winchester rifle. They depended on deer meat to survive and the few cows and chickens they had. And always a huge garden that was canned for the winter. A wood burning stove/oven for heating and cooking. So many great memories are brought back watching your channel. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

@Jim ...and esp those old hand tools he uses. My Daddy was born 1908 ( my last grson was born 2008) and I remember him using those tools !!! I loved it whenever Shawn would use a tool I'd not seen him use before, but by golly the memories of my Daddh use it came back crystal clear !!!! Makes Shawn's work so much more personal when that happens. I recall Daddy building ,or killing/ trapping and skinning, mother preserving everything in sundry that was grown of raised on our farm or bartered from another farmer in the region. He had a younger bro who was in Central Otago had a Stone Fruit Orchard business; every summer we headed up there on the 6hr return journey( in those days, family of 9 in the car) , to swap rolls of home grown bacon for wooden boxes of stone fruit : peaches plums apricots you name it ... all between morning and evening milking for Town Supply Dairy. LOL Memories by the dozens, THANKYOU @SHAWN JAMES @ My Self Reliance 🇦🇺🤗💞🙏✌️👍👏👊🇨🇦

[@carolynyoung3381]

Best memories as a kid! Left the farm in 1956,moved to CA…..first house ever with running water and indoor bathroom. Have never regretted my upbringing 🥰

[@tractorcorleone]

Shawn built this and another log cabin, sauna and outdoor kitchen all by himself in the rain, snow and cold without any drawings, just a tape measure of mental imagination and a few tools. It takes an iron will that very few people possess.👍👍

[@Vegathlete]

Off the charts cozy, rustic, charming, beautiful, and ASMR.

[@jennifersalt8175]

🤚I love watching My self Reliance could not live without it .its my therapy in this cruel world. ❤

[@donaldyoung5886]

This is a VERY BEUTIFUL kitchen and stairs you truly have. Your cabin is much bigger, CONGRATS for all your very hard work. GREAT JOB.

[@kathywrightjohnson6804]

Calli is so cute. She is so patient with you. Just stands there waiting to retrieve her toy. Then to see her pounce on it was the cutest pupper ever! Also hearing the echo when you chop wood is amazing. Who would have thought it would be so loud?

[@munchkin5674]

I hope your wife and daughter loved what you have done to the cabin! Yes, please make sure it gets their woman’s touch too, to help your wife settle in to cabin living. : )

[@skiddledede8885]

I understand your wife wanting to keep her face off the camera, and we respect that. But it would be nice to know she’s there sometimes. It doesn’t seem like I hear you mention it when she there.

[@skiddledede8885]

@@dol3980 ...so what?? Are you jealous? I enjoy his videos & know he makes money off them. It’s called free enterprise.

[@skiddledede8885]

@@dol3980 no, you are here to torment & insult. Go away. We don’t care.

[@joshuaestabrook]

He’s selling a fantasy. But he’s damn good at it.

[@Roheryn100]

@@dol3980 No Gucci seen from my end. Why should I take YOUR word for this ? No KZbinr makes $2 million a year. Get off your own backside and make something of your own, instead of complaining over someone else’s hard work.

[@MichelleOhio]

Looking great and love Doug's carving!

[@egmora4491]

So very happy to see your beautiful lady visiting you and encouraging you to shave. We can now also enjoy seeing your kind and loving face. Love seeing Cali. Thank you for sharing all your hard work and thoughts with us. The cabin looks so homey and welcoming. Stay safe and warm. Texas

[@dorothyallen3614]

That’s his daughter and sister visiting him

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

​@@dorothyallen3614 It was his wife in their home.

[@marygouge3678]

You remind me so much of my brother-in-law and his ingenuity in making things. I enjoy watching, seeing all the projects you do in your cabin and wide range of tools and natural supplies you use in your construction. Love your stove and watching you use it. Callie is a wonderful companion .

[@sparky42]

for me , one of the neatest things about being an adult is now you get to do all the stuff you wanted to as a kid but couldn't afford back then but now you can ! good Luck Shawn , have fun and enjoy yourself

[@old-man173]

Well I have been watching for a long time and all the work you have done on the cabin has been well worth it it is turning in to a piece of art that will stand for many years after you have gone.👍

[@sandrastacey2285]

The cabin is certainly looking cozy Shawn. Cali loves her chair in the corner too. 🇦🇺

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

You mean his WIFES chair that the dog borrows !!!!

[@MichealRobert-xu9cx]

Hello 👋 dear how are you doing today god bless you🌹🌹

[@chadpemberton5839]

Your videos go great with my morning coffee. Best channel on KZbin. The cabin builds are amazing!

[@bartellender6782]

Cabin looks great, especially the book shelves and their placement. Happy to see your family visiting. Heart warming, cozy!

[@GluteusMaximus21]

You are a blessed man. God has been good to you and you live a life to be proud of. To me it’s the perfect life. Humble and simple.

[@joyfox4871]

Love Callie’s snow angel! Cabin is looking beautiful!

[@dorisploughman1936]

Shawn ,and Cali, I truly enjoy watching your videos. You have many talents . I've learnt so much from watching the videos. I've been watching since you started your other cottage. Stay healthy and safe. Hugs to Cali..

[@rosanneduross3014]

I loved watching you build the first cabin, and my heart broke for you when you made your decision to start again. But this one is something else. It's bloody amazing and you are an amazing man. Wishing you health and happiness from North Wales UK.

[@bernhardmichaelfux308]

Me too? I was pretty much in disbelief when I heard Shawn talk about his "selling the first cabin!" He built a pretty nice place on the first attempt... And I truly hope that this Jerk, that was responsible due to his harassment, that Shawn took a leave, has grown a big furuncle on his Sack for being such an A-hole...

[@almathees3839]

Living the Dream!!!!❤ Love ur new cabin! Cali rolling around in the snow is priceless!🐾

[@jmar5787]

Good morning Shawn, the cabin is surely coming together and becoming a home. It's hard to stay motivated but the end goal is worth it. I look forward to the outdoor kitchen, wood shed / storage building and addition to the cabin!! Have a great weekend!

[@susanalbone5101]

The cabin looks absolutely stunning. Good of your daughter and sister to give you a hand with the maple syrup set up. 🤚 I to have been watching for a very long time and have enjoyed every second. Take care, be safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

[@shirleyw8720]

Wave from Lancashire :)

[@lieuwina]

Wave from Cambridgeshire.

[@angelapietras1235]

@@shirleyw8720 wave from Newzealand ,who use to live in Lancashire.👋🏼

[@Hummingbirdranch]

Thanks again Shawn for sharing your marvelous accomplishments. You have created a masterpiece and as always wishing you the best.

[@yvonnemcmahan9037]

I always love to watch your videos at the end of my days. I get such peace and serenity watching. It is my calm down before going to bed. Thank you Shawn.

[@autumnsun7379]

I just love watching Cali live such a beautiful life! No leash! No collar! By the way, I want your kitchen!!!!

[@hanorabrennan8846]

My Kerry Blue and my present miniature poodle have never been on leads in forests and national parks in Ireland despite the farmers' fear of being sued if accidents occur! They're mere caretakers of the land and have no natural gra what we call love for the land!

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

On another note, your wife and daughters’ video vlog of their recent trip to Portugal just popped up in my feed. I’m speechless. It’s so good. She’s an incredible photographer and video editor. Absolutely stunning shots and story. Who knew Madiera looks like Hawaii?! That’s a place I could get lost in and never leave.

[@klausvonkeast]

Thank you for the years of My Self Reliance Started watching you from the start Invited you to dinner once Our plans fell.away Still would be nice to show you my gratitude and bring my Lady along also a fan. We will eventually be off grid living when the kids grow up. Thanks so much for all the guidance in a world where so much has gone astray. Your videos are a service to humanity they really are . P.s Both of us have German and Austrian blood that just longs for the cold .

[@LifeontheMoose]

Your love for your surroundings is evident…There’s no peace like Nature. Once again, well done.

[@martyevans8162]

Well Shawn ..... it looks like you have finally fully arrived at your heart’s destination. I’d provide a long list of superlatives to describe your cabin but others have already done a swell job of that in today’s comments. Your channel will always be #1 for so many people around the world because all the work involved to achieve & sustain your self reliance is done with not just determination but quiet joy.

[@131dyana]

Thank you for taking us along. God bless you and your family.

[@petraestorga7800]

Hola Shawn & Ms Cali🥰 you're so awesome to watch... I've been watching you since 5yrs already.... it's nice to see your hard work every time....

[@george8873]

This cabin feels so much more like a home than that previous one you built Shawn. I know I said it on a video before, but it's true. It feels so warm and cozy just by looking at it on video. And it's much more bright and airy on the inside unlike the previous one. Always seemed a bit stuffy and cramped in it. Anyway, the cabin is turning out beautifully. It's a testament to your craftsmanship Shawn, and thank you for bringing us along.

[@cyclelops]

Cabin looks so cozy. Also that Icelandic sweater is fabulous!

[@camillesymons2170]

Brings back memories of my Mom! I sure miss her so much! She was the most loving Mom!!!

[@steincompany1241]

Turning being a Man into a craft for over ten years! Love the simple wisdom and honest communication! Blessings to you and your family on this journey!

[@rebeccadavis3522]

You've got to admit it....the man's living the dream!, .......Aaaaand...... we are all so envious! Good for you and your family! You deserve it!

[@margreetanceaux3906]

Besides all else, I love and admire your excellent taste! The decoration of the cabin is so great.

[@billymckenzie369]

It amazes us how you saw all this stuff in your mind and then built it all. Way back, when you built the kitchen in the small cabin, we were impressed by what you built in such a small place, but this cabin shows a true artist at work.

[@beatrixwahlen9938]

Lieber Shawn, dein Blockhaus hat so viele schöne Ecken, so gemütlich u freundlich. Da möchte man sofort einziehen. Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

[@lisaaintablian1500]

This is so true! To see wealth in this angle is truly a reality check. We never think about it in this way. Smart Gabby.

[@Jonebee7771]

I haven't watched for a good few years, so to see how far you have gone is brilliant

[@donevans1884]

brilliant video , we love watching Cali in the snow she really loves it , the venison looked gorgeous .

[@tlwatson6845]

My husband and I love your videos, your passion and down to earth regard for life. “What you see, is what you get” pure form ! we especially like your Respect for the simple life, having what you need, and not caught up in so much waste and disregard for animals, life as we should be used to. Thank you, Shawn for sharing your life, God Bless you ! ❤🎉😅

[@barbaraanderson3838]

Morning from North Central Ohio. Shawn, you are one special and ambitious man! The cabin looks warm and cozy. Take care and have a great day!!!

[@karencarpenter7894]

That smell of the food cooking makes me get up and cook . Oh my goodness. There's nothing like a wood stove for cooking. Your cabin has be came a home . Thank you for taking us along with you and Cali ❤.and family 💞

[@brendaprest2636]

I was just remembering when you started some mushrooms and wondered if they ever amounted to anything or if they weren’t a success. Love seeing your homestead come together.

[@MichealRobert-xu9cx]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today god bless you😍😍

[@trudyschaffer8016]

Another masterpiece. What an incredible glimpse into this self reliant way of life. Thanks for getting this weekend off to a great start!👍🌲

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

Oh! The home is looking sooooo cosy and beautiful! Your work is astounding! Thanks so much!🦌💌❤️📚🪚🔨🛠️🧰🚙🌲🌿🌱🍁🍂☕️

[@stevenstucko7039]

Hi Shawn, I don't say this to many men but, you are one of my heros. I'm a better person because I'm inspired your daily efforts. Now, my partner wants me to build a woodshed, so thanks for that! lol. I'll start with a birdhouse, or something.

[@ellenmbbingham5332]

Hello Shawn and family, today’s video is ❤❤❤❤. Now I too have complete Cabin Jealousy! Thank you very much for all your work and much happiness and God’s blessings to you and yours.

[@kbjerke]

That's a very impressive cabin! Good luck with the Maple Syrup production this year - I just processed a bit more than five liters of syrup from my ONE tree in the back yard (it's huge) and expect the sap will run again next week after a brief pause. Oh - my doggo (Lucy) likes to barter for treats, too! Best wishes to you!

[@christineguzicki3883]

Wenn ich Ihre Videos schaue, bin mit Frieden und Ruhe erfühlt, ich danke Ihnen und Cali , liebe Grüsse♥️♥️♥️🐕🐕🐕❤

[@triciasklodowske5653]

NO!!!!! Keep the beard and the hair. It's more fitting for a log cabin and looks great!!You have done so much over the winter. So much more to come/ As always I enjoy watching the journey. Thanks for sharing. God bless and protect.

[@stephanieo3653]

🖐 Long time viewer. Inspirational, educational, and relaxing. ❤

[@sorins.3177]

Such a fine example of creating and living for the world to see. The man sanctifies the place and not the other way around. Keep doing it and take care!

[@RicardoJaloveckas]

That's really amazing what you are doing in your new cabin. Running water in your kitchen certainly could increase your level of comfort on it. Try to get it from the creek in front of your cabin, using a ram pump to do it! It will be awesome to see it! Congrats! Regards from Brazil!

[@mikedeclerck1421]

LUV the look and layout of the "kitchen". Cabin looks fantastic. Give Cali a BIG SMOOCH from Mike & Ronnie. GOD BLESS

[@bluejeans8001]

This cabin has turned better than the first and I was impressed with that one. Well done 👍

[@Татьяна-ы1я3ж]

Выше всяких похвал! Все! От окон до лестницы и ванной комнаты! Погреб замечательный! Браво мастеру! Удачи и здоровья на долгие годы!

[@phillipgregory6517]

Jamaica 🇯🇲 here blessings to you and your family I am a grandmother a begin watching you from the first cabin that was beautiful but this you have out done ✅ even your self awesome 😎 always watching

[@beatareinke6585]

Drogi Shawn ,dziekujemy z mezem ze dzielisz sie z nami swoim zyciem ,podziwiamy twoja wytrwalosc i zyczymy wszystkiego co najlepsze ,blogoslawimy ciebie w imieniu Jezusa Chrystusa . Trzymaj sie cieplo

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

AMEN !!!❤

[@beatareinke6585]

@@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 🥰

[@alejandrocelma9177]

God bless you and your family. You have built your own beautiful heaven in the earth. Greetings for to go with constancy in search of your dream. A big hug from Spain.

[@islamentable1290]

The Cabin is really coming along. I especially love the kitchen. I have one of those magical faces carved in bark, on my wall too! All the best from Cochrane, Alberta.

[@katherinecoutis5283]

I envy your ability and perseverance. So peaceful to watch you create.

[@jeanmarston500]

Good Morning Shawn. Enjoy your slice of heaven and thank you for letting us have a peak.

[@sharonclaassen8382]

Hi Shawn, so nice to see your wife has joined you again... The Cabin looks sooo homely! Ps. I say this in the kindest way.. You look so handsome without the beard😉 Sending greetings to you and your beautiful wife and daughters 🕊️🕊️

[@db.mc2]

Thank you Shawn 🙂 always great to hear from you, appreciate you, stay safe and take care my friend 🙏 Hi Cali 🐾 👋

[@giselecontassotdesayvre3965]

Bonjour 😁 c'est magnifique ce que vous faites, les finitions sont importantes..vous êtes un artiste..vous vous faites beau.. maintenance 😊. Très belle vidéo..le lever du jour, un spectacle..ici il fait un vent terrible..je prends du poids juste en vous regardant cuisiner😁. multi facettes et compétences Shawn..passez un très beau weekend ❄️❄️🤍🧡

[@crazyworld719]

Big thank you to you and Cali for sharing your journey and your joy. Makes my heart smile 🦋

[@guitargirl7452]

Nature truly is the gift that keeps on giving!

[@ecalose6785]

I can’t love Cali any more. Impossible!

[@suseyq4559]

When I take a look at everything in your video, it amazes me how much detail is needed for every single cut & fit. Remarkably beautiful!

[@allie1953]

Sugaring season... reminds me of my childhood in the 60s- my father (manually) drilling and tapping spiles into the trees. The initial boiling pan on an outdoor fire. I didn't enjoy having to gather the sap in the mornings and evenings with my sibs, but now I look back on those memories with some fondness.

[@martamatrix8258]

The cabin looks great. You are very talented with all the woodworking you do. Great to teach the family how to forge in the wilderness. Looking forward to seeing you build any add-ons to the cabin.

[@rightfromwrong]

Nothing like a good shave to take the years off😂 kali making snow angels is delightful to watch. Jain is looking fantastic Shawn. Stay blessed❤️‍🔥🕊

[@Neighborhoodgo2guy]

Those countertops like amazing, love to hear that echo of splitting wood down the valley ✊

[@stephaniedeegan853]

Just beautiful grain on your stair enclosure. Cant wait to see what you create in your outdoor kitchen and bedroom build❤😊

[@MichelleTech]

I love seeing all the details coming together in the cabin!

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Quite a week you had there!! Thanks for sharing your time n talents with us.... Maple season already..Wow????? Enjoyed the visit... C ya on the next video! 🦊🤷🐺

[@David-yu1ms]

Great balance in your videos...art...skills....beauty....and practicality

[@melsinTN]

I really enjoy the music you use when you show the nature around your property! Love how it syncs perfectly with the images. The kitchen looks fantastic!

[@deborl7278]

Mmmm Love you Shawn and Cali God bless you and thankyou for the years of friendship. It's been a cherished one.😊

[@Joshfraser3497]

This man eats and lives like a king .

[@rosampcjesus]

Esse lugar é muito lindo!

[@kenchow6741]

I can't believe you build this cabinet all by yourself, it is beautiful, enjoy.

[@robertsimard735]

I am always hungry after watching this channel. Enjoyed the walk with you. Thanks for sharing Shawn.

[@lindasmith5496]

Your home looks cozy and comfortable. Beautiful craftsmanship! Keep up the beautiful work Shawn.

[@Nute1985]

My family owns a camp in Norton Vt !! There is no electricity, no phone service!! It’s on Norton pond. Living off grid is a wonderful experience

[@allie1953]

The books really add warmth on several levels. 😊

[@caroljenkins2331]

Wish your videos were longer. I love everything about them. I am so amazed at your skills and the fact that you designed and built the cabin by yourself. Absolutely beautiful. I'm always left speechless. 🙂👍🇺🇸

[@ivanizemelo873]

Que lugar maravilhoso e inspirador e abençoado;)🙏👋👋

[@jmar665]

Great video. I can't believe how glued I am to the screen watching you and what you are doing. Cali is as beautiful as always. Different seeing you in a sweater and vest. Hair or no hair, you are handsome. The cabin is just awesome as you put the finishing touches on the kitchen. Always a welcome sight you see you have posted a new video. I thought the old cabin and land was great. But with each new project, I am amazed at your accomplishments. Looking forward to spring and your planting.