Am I Still Building My Dream Home? The Ugly Truth....

Am I Still Building My Dream Home? The Ugly Truth.... Christina Randall
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[@VelvetRose765]

Use the building process for content!!! So many people do this and I love watching videos like that. That way we can help build your home. And you can get sponsorship geared towards the build so that would also help out. There is a whole side of KZbin that does that. Thumbs up so she sees this please.

[@TheStar798]

Great idea! 👏

[@wendystevenss]

This!

[@violetflame2162]

I’d love to see what is involved in this process that’d be awesome 👏🏼

[@rebeccacrow6483]

So true!! Also, look into Barn builds or Barndominum or something like that. I know you said you already have your design picked BUT I really think this might be something that works for y'all. It can be 2 floors if you want and basically the roof support is only on the outside walls so the floor plan inside can be ANYTHING you want and is also supposed to be so much cheaper. I dunno maybe you would hate it but won't hurt to check it out!

[@laurieclarkson9180]

Right! Like the channel "MaCenna xo" ? Is that it? She is diy-ing an entire old house. She has all kinds of tips on saving money. She has filmed everything.

[@Heather-q3e]

I’m so glad Jeremy overheard you , because he is right if you’re going through all this to build a forever home then girl make it YOUR DREAM ONE !! I love the honesty and how minimalistic is sounds I can’t wait to watch you’re journey with you ♥️

[@jenniferperrier7563]

Totally! Jeremy truly sounds like a keeper. It is so sweet he wants u to have it all...& U deserve it

[@marquitashiver6141]

Same and amen to that!

[@JessicaNicoleSearcy]

We built our own home in 2020-2021 and officially moved in this past December. The one thing I would say is the longer you wait the more expensive it is going to get. As we kept building things got more expensive and took longer to get in which was a domino affect because your waiting on one thing and the price goes up on another thing while your waiting. We did end up spending more than we anticipated but when we got our house appraised we had almost double the equity than what we put into building. It’s a hard decision and in my opinion was a stressful all consuming process but I just kept my eyes on the fact that this is my forever home and it’s just a temporary stress and to just be rooted in peace and patience. You and your family will make the right call for what is best for you all. I wish you all the best and love

[@casuallychristina636]

Thank you for your advice. And congratulations on moving in!!! Ahhhhhh what an amazing feeling!!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@samanthamorris8368]

Such a sweet comment!

[@sheliagibson3552]

No baby I live in PC fla but out in the woods love it got it rebuild because of Hurricane Michael

[@sheliagibson3552]

House building is crazy expensive now 😳

[@tbeesknees]

How refreshing to hear an influencer think and talk like this. You're great, Christina!

[@Tootiredforthis14]

"I am a ding dong trying to get my life together." Girl, when I tell you I felt that in my SOUL! 😂 We are a family of 5 who are just trying to make it but by the grace of God I got myself a little pizza delivery job at night when my hard working man is home and we are doing what we can to make it work. Hope to one day get to the place in our lives where we can make home building plans but until then we are making it work in a 3 bedroom townhome, a 2014 Mazda (my SUV which I am so thankful for), and my husband's old work truck that is a 1990 Dodge Dakota. We support dreams over here and wish nothing but the best for you and your family!!! ❤❤❤

[@casuallychristina636]

Awww yayyyy!!! A family of 5?!! That is so beautiful 🥺🥰 So much love in your home. ❤️🥰🥰🥰 Thank you for sharing Shea ❤️

[@tiffany8222]

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[@palestar828]

It's hard with the cost of living going up, up, up. Gas prices are insane, food is insane, ECT. I can barely afford basic hygiene needs. I'm on SSI and can't work. I get 800 dollars a month. I always tell people that I can't afford to dream because I don't see how someone like me living on 800 a month will ever get there. Poverty is extremely difficult. It keeps you down. You sound so strong and so determined. With your mind set, I can guarantee that big things will happen for you. You're lucky that you can work. People who can't, well I don't know what to say about that anymore except that I'm screwed. I feel like I'm being punished for my mental illness. I wish I was normal

[@VanityDivined]

@@palestar828 what type of illness?

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

@@palestar828 sign up for influencer and start reviewing stuff you currently use. In no time they start offering you free stuff to review! You buy the stuff and get reimbursed so it doesn’t count as income, it’s just free:) I think anyway. And small income doesn’t count anyway. But I reviewed a bunch of stuff I use over a few days maybe 10 or so hours of work? 20? 30? Idk but it’s not much and then the offers started!

[@nicolesargsyan8113]

You are even more of a gem than I thought! So selfless, kind, intelligent.....and I could go on and on. Your dream home is IDENTICAL to mine, and I instantly knew the kind of person you were when you started describing it. You don't let money change you, and you're just a laid-back and simple woman. God bless you and your family, girl. Much love and respect!

[@jennifertaylor4430]

Everything falls into place when it is supposed to happen. You will definitely get your dream house 🏡 keep smiling 😊

[@melbmelb7001]

Some of the best advice I’ve ever received in life…when you don’t know what to do do nothing. Don’t get in a bind for a home because the stress would not be worth it. You made the right decision.

[@ninamartinez5171]

Amen to that. You are so right.

[@cristina6657]

We were talking in one of my psych classes about the difference between urgent tasks and important tasks and how what feels urgent (e.g. building your dream home) isn't always the most important thing that needs to be done at the time (e.g. feeding your family). I commend you for making the sacrifices you need to during these turbulent times. I have no doubt you will love your dream home when it's done! Sending prayers from California. 💕

[@chrismuller7252]

Love that you are adding bees to your new home! We have 3 hives at our cabin in the Black Hills of South Dakota. They are so great for our environment. 2/3’s of all the food we eat is due to pollination. I have planted a lot of wild flowers for them, plus we are next to the forest service with flowers too! Please start sowing wild flower seeds now. Don’t wait for your home to be built. Also join a local bee club. Not only will you gain lots of information, but you will have lots more friends ❤️🌻🍎🍓🌽🫑

[@aliciaembro4694]

I loved everything about this video-the honesty, acknowledgment of reality, the tone of your voice when you stated the thoughts you have of what you are looking forward to on that special property! BUT, I love MOST what you said at the end about getting outside, bare feet on the ground, drinking water-just so important and really works to bring you peace and comfort and maybe alittle perspective💚🙏 We can all do some version of this! God bless you and your family always!

[@christinabollinger7185]

We want land so badly but we aren’t there yet. I’ve got a garden and back yard chickens for now. Learning all I can while I wait for that dream to come true and trusting in God’s timing ❤️

[@ashleyp2625]

My favorite part was the ending as well when she spoke about memories as a child and how she wants her children to experience the same things and have the same type of childhood she did because I feel EXACTLY the same. My childhood was so amazing and when I think back I get such an awesome feeling that I want my kids to have as much of an innocent childhood as I did😍❤🙏🏻

[@shannonperez9816]

I'm on the other side of this. My husband is a contractor. We even have to up charge for EVERYTHING now. 🤦‍♀️💔 Because EVERYTHING is inflated, it's hitting everyone so hard and it's only going to get worse. Everything in my life is on pause too. If you wait to build, we wait to eat. It's a chain reaction. This is the crazy times we live in now. Definitely do what's best for you and yours!!❤️

[@nolagirl2458]

I know here wood is extremely high

[@sidda7085]

Thank you Biden, thank you voters who voted for him, & thank you to the Democratic Party who cheated on vote counts. 🤮 & anyone who doesn’t recognize that needs to immediately.

[@ninamartinez5171]

This is the Biden's Economy

[@MaryL1788]

Living below your means is the way to go! You are wise to take things slow and think things through. It’s all about the people we love and you have a wonderful family! You are so sweet 💜

[@shirlynssleeve4661]

Huge difference between want & need. One thing people don’t think about is the shortage of skilled laborers. We spent our lives pushing our children to go to college but forgot about carpenter’s, plumbers, bricklayers, electricians etc. My. Mr is a master electrician and set to retire but he’s not seeing a lot of skilled replacements coming in to replace him.

[@priscillaharper65]

I love that Christina can admit that her “problems” are privileged problems. Because it truly is a privilege to have your worries be when your house will be built. Christina is such a humble queen. ❤️

[@danaellis3861]

I hate that term. "Privileged" she worked hard for what she has.

[@rachelbennett233]

@@danaellis3861 I agree. Privilege is having something basically handed to you or made easier for you. Those who have nice things to show for their hard work aren’t privileged, they’re hard workers.

[@mrslevert]

I really hope everything just falls into place and works out for your forever family home. I'll be praying for yall ❤

[@kcs.1728]

Girl I'm a single momma and we live in a ran down trailer. I keep it clean and cute but my DREAM HOME Sounds just like yours. Simple and beautiful ❤️ Your so relatable and that's why we all love you 💕 you deserve it boo!

[@leighannfrench3844]

Hey there! Single momma here too. The struggle is real but we got this!

[@ROBINstrawBERRYwine]

I feel ya,I also live in a trailer and in this day and time I’m just SOO thankful,grateful to have a roof over my head,it’s not much but it’s paid for and it’s my “Tiny home on wheels” :))))

[@numbernine3436]

I was widowed at 29. I raised our 3 babies alone. It was a struggle but I wouldn't trade those days for anything in this world. It all works out. As long as your children know they hv your love & support they're already richer than most children can ever hope to be 💞

[@JustDiane71]

Was a single mom too and it is a tough road. Just plan out your goals in life and I promise you'll get there ladies.

[@Dahlia4777]

Nothing wrong with clean and cute and filled with love!

[@Wraiven22]

For Christina more than any other youtuber I've ever watched (and I've been watching a lot of KZbin since I was like 14 in 2008) I get so happy every time I see her cross a milestone or achieve something for her and her family. I've been a subscriber since she was at like 18k subscribers and I know it's parasocial but seeing her acheive all of this after everything she has been through feels like watching a family member or best friend make their dreams come true. I am so happy for you Christina, you deserve the world. You're the kind of genuine person that I KNOW no amount of money or success will ever change you, you will always stay humble and YOU. I can't wait to see you continue to reach more people and make all of your dreams become reality; you REALLY deserve every bit of it.

[@ninamartinez5171]

Very well said 👏

[@yazzleberries_]

This is SO sweet of you to say! & so very very true!! I feel the same exact way about her. 🥲 so so so happy for her and her sweet family. She truly deserves the world. 🤍

[@bronzebunnyairbrushtanning3160]

I think u just taught your younger viewers an extremely valuable lesson about sensibility, patience (not making hasty decisions), family above all else, & longterm goals/dreams. Well done!

[@ShanaeMarie]

Have you ever heard about the 4 Stages of a Dream? You’ve experienced stage #1 and #2 and right now you are in stage #3. Your patience and your ability to hold tight to the process and how deeply rooted your emotional mind, wise mind, and vision of your dream is…Oooof Mama C!!! The day you see your dream as a fully captured reality…every cell of your being will endure Stage #4 like you never EVER imagined. Stage #4: Your dream has been captured; the captured dream is beyond anything and everything you had ever previously imagined! Patience and Trust in the Big Guy up above. He’s got you! X❤️, Shanae (Montana)

[@Em-is9kc]

This video sums up why you've always stayed as one of my top favourite KZbinrs, you're so relatable without actively trying (or lying like some others). A beautiful family, good luck you guys x

[@shaunamorris8795]

I only found you around a year ago & I always come back to your YT whenever I get free time ( busy mama of two kids, 2 yo boy & 7yo girl).. In that year alone of subscribing to you, you have grown SO much! It really is refreshing to see people who are doing well in this industry stay true to who they are & not get big headed over it & then doing 30 steps instead of 1 foot in front of the other.. sometimes you have to walk before you can run which is what you've done & I am SO proud of you! I live in a small seaside town in North Wales, UK & the cost of living is just ridiculously expensive! I've watched all of your prison storytimes & I love that you've owned your mistakes & spoken about it openly & honestly in a way that people can learn from it & to never give up their dreams, no matter how hard your/our past is/was.. I went through abuse in my teen years, bullied at school & made a bunch of mistakes during the time I was hurting & suffering from the trauma.. I'm open & honest about my struggles & mistakes & although I know some people think 'attention seeker' but people like yourself, who's also been open, gives me hope that it's OK for me to be so open about my own trials & tribulations. Im only open about them just in the hope that I help others not feel ashamed of what they've been through & what they've done.. so for that, THANK YOU for just being you! 💜💙

[@Amy-et7sv]

I am so proud of you for being financially smart! I know it is not easy but it will be so so worth it.

[@nurseprac.nikki513]

I love your honestly. In this day and age, it’s all about going big and flaunting what you got. I really appreciate you being so down to earth. Love you girl! ❤️

[@PrettyGoodLookin]

Christina, I live in an Open Floorplan house. I want to tell you what I learned. 1. Sound Travels like the inside of a Bose Radio. Because of the sound traveling it is hard to separate in the home. You can hear Music playing from the bedrooms. You can hear the TV everywhere in the house, etc. If I was building an open floorplan home I would: 1. Build a Family Room Wing ( Where the TV and cozy fireplace is ) that is as far away from the bedrooms that can be sealed off with a Solid Wood door.

[@lisahall748]

Great advice!!

[@kassandrarogers4286]

Great suggestions! Thanks for sharing :)

[@shirleykennedy1619]

Yea I agree I read where open floor plans are going out and everything is not so open is the style I don’t mean every room closed off but a little separation is better my kitchen and dining room is separated with a cutout it’s still has open feeling though

[@banditpoon714]

This is how it is in my open floor plan! It can get quite annoying 😅

[@eliseosako1114]

Very true…. I moved out of an open floor plan and chose something completely the opposite the next time. Lol plus vaulted ceilings eat heat/ AC making for bigger electricity bills.

[@chelsycastlow2741]

Your dream home/land is explaining exactly where I live and how I live next to my grandma and dad… I live in a 5 bed room mobile home on 26 acres with my family.. I just sat on my porch and was so very grateful. You forget what a real “dream” is when you see so much of the flashy life published.. I really am grateful this morning for my little piece of paradise.

[@monikaventer-theflower3231]

I can be so demotivated but the moment I watch your channel, I just feel so lifted in spirits. Your transparency is truley your best attribute. Thank you Christina ♥️♥️ after watching this I am putting everything down and starting the studying that I am so behind on!

[@five3blueeyes]

I FEEL your pain! I am a realtor that does new home construction sales…and these last few years have been crazy with lumber pricing and other materials increasing so drastically.

[@reneadial]

You’re sooo humble & SOO down to earth!!! A lot of KZbinrs once they become viral & start racking in the money, lose focus & perspective on life, what’s important & where they originally came from. But you’re NOTHING like that, & that’s why I love u soo much. I’ve been following u for a LONG time now & you’ve come so far & im beyond happy, proud for u! With all that you’ve been through, YOU DESERVE EVERYTHING! Great mom, beautiful woman, wonderful wife & friend. We (ur followers) love u & will continue to support u for yrs to come! ❤️

[@soscartx]

Now that's a smart business woman! Assessing everything, not just diving in. Patience is golden.

[@rebeccaohler1893]

Girl, your dream home sounds a lot like my dream home! I wish my husband and I had the money to build ours.

[@lisahall748]

Keep focusing on it and u will get it sweetie 😘

[@tracyturner6751]

Same here. I would love a house like she described, land and all in the country…….but I would want a mud room as well, cuz the husband would love a 4-wheeler and I’m sure be muddy before he came in the house. Would love a place my grandkids could come and have room outside to play. 💗💗💗💗💗

[@tellysims]

@Lisa Hall I've been focusing on wanting a forever home for 20 years and it still hasn't happened.

[@tashadanekas7390]

I went from having a terrible opiate addiction 5 years ago , mu father in law making sure our bills were paid cause I was not contributing to my household… only making it harder , my husband giving me an ultimatum that he and our daughters would need to leave if I didn’t get myself into a recovery program right then, struggling the first year with relapsing three different times. Today I am more than 4 years sober and we just began building our dream home this last year as well. We are of course dealing with the exact same frustrations and worries that Christina talks about in this video but still very thankful to be able to do it. Speak into existence and manifest it everyday. It is definitely possible somehow someway when it’s your time. I’m sure that Christina would agree that she isn’t any different from any of the rest of us and she at one point probAbly didn’t think she would ever be able to build her dream home either but here she is and she absolutely had an impact on me knowing that I was also capable of it as well. God Bless all you amazing people

[@Starlight.0.1.0.1]

I started my graden last year, I love it. I told my husband that I wanted to design our forever home, and I jumped in to see how we can do it and it's so much right now and I live in fl to. I'm with you on all that. Keep your head up and pray that the world gets better.

[@jessicadunbar2768]

Omg girl you don't know how much I needed to hear your message at the end about getting out into the sun with the fresh air!!!! I am a really depressed person at this point and I think there could be something to that.....I got out today and went shopping with my mom and felt like a totally different person

[@nunkap8874]

God bless you baby

[@marquitashiver6141]

Prayers to you. I love being outside and going on nature walks. Add some yoga/exercise to ur daily routine. To me yoga feels like a massage. Read a good book watched silly dog, cat or baby videos on KZbin. Anything that makes you happy, do it. God bless you ❤️

[@ManufacturedCrises]

There is definitely something to it! It honestly means everything to me. I get so so depressed when I can’t be outside in the sun. I lean against the oak tree in my backyard and just appreciate the energy. It’s the best. Take your shoes off and ground yourself. It will help.

[@meganberry3149]

Honey I’m so sorry… I know what disappointment feels like to this degree, esp when it’s complicated. I’m glad you’re feeling okay. The camper is a GREAT idea

[@isabellrc]

You’ve got my vibe little mama! My son just purchased that dream! Give me woods, creek running over rocks, quiet, birds singing….; ahhhh Your hubby is spot on; do not sacrifice on your Forever Home or anything else! Never live above your means; fall down, and it can be extremely difficult to pull yourself up&out…

[@yvonnereynel6138]

We just bought our forever home , it’s not even an acre but it’s in a small town in the country and we love it. We are just thankful god provided us a way out of renting. I’m doing my first garden this year , and next year getting chickens ( I’m pregnant with #5 and don’t think I can manage chickens this year lol) . Thank you for this channel .. it is a nice way to escape and listen to someone you can relate to. I just subscribed to your Patreon ! You’re the only person I could see worth supporting ! Also please look up the Brittany Shank Wallace case out of Sturgis MI. I’ve commented before about her and her case is just completely cold. My town acts like it never happened and she still isn’t found!!

[@buckbeaksgarden761]

You are going to love getting chickens. And they are not a lot of work either :)

[@glenchadwick420]

Its a bid step and adjustment moving into the sticks. The first thing to beware of is if land is for sale these days there is usually a problem wrong with it😔. Make for sure your property doesn't flood and hold water after it rains!!! Make for sure whats below the dirt its not soils rock😕! You will have to pay A LOT MORE to install a septic tank if it is😒. Keep in mind you no longer have stores just up the road if you need parts for your home and car or groceries. When you move into the country usually the land is larger than what you are used to maintaining yourselves. So you may have to hire help to maintain it. You notice this once your riding that mower and your butt starts to hurt😂. You have to deal with septic tanks. Theres more grass to mow and maintain, trees to cut down and haul off, Trees need trimmed and maintained, fences and gates to put up. Storage sheds to build, water and sewage lines to dig, post holes to dig. Your land will be raked right up there with your family to take care of.

[@yvonnereynel6138]

@@glenchadwick420 we are from the area ( 10 min down the road from my hometown born and raised) and I was raised in the country , we are thankful of all the new challenges our own property brings. The property is already established and stores are thankfully only 15 minutes from us😂 perks living in a small town .

[@meaganchambers3717]

You make me smile. Watching how your face lit up talking about your dreams on your property. I love it and I’m so happy for you

[@2009reinvention]

Christina, I do grounding exercises outside too! When my stress/anxiety gets bad I go and put my feet in a local stream. There is something so poetic about a stream washing away the stress and grounding your feet to mother earth.Try it, it works! Love your channels.

[@Pieeee1111]

Flowing water releases ions to increase a better/ positive mood! 😁

[@kristyd5151]

I relate to this so much!! We wanted to move and could finally afford to right as covid started. So we applied for and got the loan and then boom, prices skyrocketed. So we decided to compromise a little on price but then boom, all the houses were gone or being bought in cash by big companies. We are very blessed to have a home with a good mortgage so we are staying here for now but we can't even get this one fixed up because all the contractors are back logged or can't get materials. It's so frustrating and disheartening at times. I'm planting a garden to try to relieve some stress.

[@shelbyjoneff]

Even if it isn’t for 5 years, I can’t wait to see your dream come true! Everything is so wild right now. I had to move back home with my parents because I can’t afford rent. It’s so hard to be patient and put your dreams on hold💛

[@luxbookplanners]

I started watching your channel at the beginning of Covid I think and I’m just now coming back to watching my old channels. I’m catching up on Mrs. Randall today. Christina, I’m so proud of you. You are truly blessed. Even in 2 years you’ve came so far. You look amazing, the kids seem great, you seem happy. I just relate to you so much. I just wish you all the happiness in the world. You’ve done it babe! The cycle has been broken and now your reaping those blessings. That house will come soon enough and you’ll probably appreciate it even more because of the rain. Love you sis!

[@glendajune9140]

As you said, we all are living in unpredictable times. Your dream house may take a little longer, but y’all are being very smart in your process. Stay positive, y’all will get there. You’ll be in my prayers.💯❤️👍🏾😀🙋🏽‍♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸

[@casuallychristina636]

Thank you Glenda 💕🙏🏼

[@jpennstation9760]

I’m so happy for you girl! I used to have dreams like yours and I was so in love with them. My life took a turn for the worse about 3 years ago and I’ve been stuck. I no longer dream of working in the garden or collecting eggs from my chickens or chillin on the porch in the morning with my coffee in my nightclothes. But I’m soooo excited for you! I hope to enjoy life again. However I enjoy listening to you. 😁 You’re the type of person that I feel like I’ve known my whole life and you crack me up! Much love girl!

[@Kindlycallmecarebear]

You and Jeremy are thinking the right way. Good job putting the house on hold. My in-laws moved in with me without notice New Years Eve and we had to buy a new house to accommodate them. The house we bought was $100,000 two years ago. We just paid $365,000 for the same darn house. I also remodeled the kitchen in my old house and it took three months to get the countertops delivered! You are doing right Christina. Good for you.

[@mandilynn24]

It's a crazy market!!!!

[@justinamiller9799]

Keep your head you've come a long way young lady good things are happening in your life prayers your way , love your videos

[@allysfamily3808]

Totally! It's so crazy we just bought our house for 184,000 on our house and our loan person told us, in two more years the value of this home will be in the 300,000's

[@Mysticleeguided]

You and your husband are so sweet. How he overheard you and said no we need to build your dream home is the sweetest. I hope you bring us with for the home building process. Would be so fun to see. 💜

[@divinelyhealedpodcast4344]

Girl, it’s gonna work out! I just know it!! Thank you for being so real and vulnerable. I love both of your channels. You’re just this ray of sunshine and real but also sassy like me haha. Prayin for ya!! It’s all gonna be good. 🤍

[@casuallychristina636]

Thank you Mullissa. Your support means so much to me! 🥺💙

[@Envirolaw64]

My husband is in the building industry and I love this video. It’s so heartfelt and true! We have the same problem sitting in a nice home but waiting and wishing we could start building our forever home. Life just keeps going and getting crazier everyday. And there doesn’t seem to be any end in sight for the market to improve. I needed this inspiration.

[@star0nyx]

I feel so sorry for the architect/designer. I hope her husband is okay!!

[@kristenv2175]

Times are uncertain for sure! May all your dreams come to fruition. 💗💗💗

[@findingemo9807]

Seeing those dreamy eyes of Christina while she talks of her dream house is just heart warming. You have such a big heart. Makes me admire you more

[@loridelorenzo4393]

You are so right !!!!! There is always someone !!! With bs comments

[@emoliver80]

When you started talking about prices, I knew exactly what you were going to say because we are in process of just re-doing the floor in our condo down in South Carolina... and on top of having to trust other people because we can't be there and it's 11 hours away, my husband told me some of the boards that would normally cost $20 are now over $60!! Its unreal. Anyhow, take your time because it will be worth it to have exactly what you want. It's hard to have patience.. believe me, I get it lol, but you will be so glad you were patient and did what you really want and got what you really want, and didn't settle just to get it done quickly! Can't wait to one day see your "dream home house tour!!"

[@casuallychristina636]

Yessss wood is INSANE!!!! 😰 Keep us posted on your flooring! Trusting someone to do it right when you can’t be there is hard, praying it is better than you expect! My husband is tiling our kitchen as we speak. 🙏🏼

[@saschavest]

Is it the inflation of everything?

[@emoliver80]

@SaschaB! It's Just like gas prices and prices in the grocery. 😩

[@carriemcclure7253]

There is no lumber shortage. They are overcharging you. Trees did not stop growong. All of these companies have made huge profits in the past two years. Capitalistic greed at work.

[@smile-more_worry-less9966]

@@carriemcclure7253 BINGO!!! There never was a lumber shortage buuuuuut there was a driver shortage at the beginning of the pandemic

[@alinae75]

Thank you for being so honest and inspirational Christina!!! I truly hope you and your family get your forever home soon, patience is hard. One tip that a family member of mine has is that when they built their home they used wood from the land they cleared and had the boards processed themselves to use as trim and for their kitchen cabinets to cut costs. They also used other local materials as well to add unique touches.

[@amandajaydexo]

I totally understand pricing. My parents have a 2002 suv, and it has had things wrong with it. But they paid to have them fixed bc they'd rather fix it than get a new one. I know it's hard. Stay strong I LOVE YOU 💖💖

[@itpatriot]

Loved this vid! I’m on the same page as you…my dream home is so SAME!! If the world hadn’t gone insane we would very likely be on our dream property in our dream home too… but our real estate search came to a screeching halt. I pray that within a couple of years we’ll see everything turn to GOOD and everything becomes even more beautiful than before!!❤️

[@Sharon-xy6rp]

Now I know why I relate so much to you. Simple living. & I appreciate the distractions from everyday life. Thank you so much for letting us in. I'm sending lots of prayers & love!

[@Delphgirl]

Sounds like the perfect dream home I’ve always been told the people who buy those huge dream homes is because they don’t want to look at each other and smaller homes are for the family that pray and stay together…I hope you get everything you want in this life cause you have worked so hard for it and you deserve it girl don’t just settle for something when God wants you to have it he will provide it.. Love you girl and I believe in you!

[@JulieIreland]

It completely sucks that people watch to judge. I watch for knowledge, inspiration, support, and growth. I support you all the way thru. You are amazing! Always glowing!

[@taylorharbin8144]

I’m so happy for you and your family! I can’t think of anyone more deserving. It was so refreshing to hear about your dream home. You really just want to be surrounded by the people you love in your own little world and I think that’s beautiful. Sending love and good vibes 💛💛💛

[@Foresttreemeditation]

I’ve in the process of buying my first apartment. Everything is going up so I feel you girl

[@rebeccaerazo825]

I’ve always loved and respected you but now maybe even more so. There’s a lot of good life advice in this video alone. Thanks for staying true to who you are

[@kaitgibbs4682]

my husband & i are in the market right now to buy our first home, & it is so scary. the market is absolutely insane right now! everything is so expensive 🥺 good luck with everything!

[@natashaletourneau5368]

*I hope you get to read this* 💫 I totally feel you!!! I’m 34 with a 14 year old daughter & a 16 month old son … we live in NH. We rent right now but I’m praying to build my home up north within the next 5 years where my dad is building his “forever home” Up in nature, gardens, lakes, mountains ect. It’s SCARY times for sure!!! Raising a family right now is nothing like it was when we were kids in the 90s. I PRAY things get better not just for the US but for the entire WORLD!!! Much love to you my sweet friend! God*Bless you & yours 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@Amanda-cp2ch]

We are about to sell and move across country. This market is so insane and scary. Wishing you guys so much luck with ur house journey ❤️

[@HanaVictoria27]

Thank you for posing this. I’m a single mom, DV survivor and it’s always been my dream to make our own home one day for my baby and I …however long it takes. So incredible to see you and your family living out your dreams ♥️

[@cameliacosette]

Hope you’re doing well Christina! Your hair looks amazing by the way 😍

[@katyreeder4168]

I’m so sorry! I’m going through similar struggles trying to find my daughter and I our forever home. Much love!

[@alicias-a-list]

This was great! Thanks for sharing with us. Love you so much. You've really added to my life so thank you thank you. I agree with what you said about life's struggles and I'm probably just 1 of many who take comfort in the escape you give us. It is nice to know however that you know life's a struggle right now. My family is so behind on finances right now and overdrawn at the bank but seeing your smile helps. Love you girl! And love your cooking segments with Jayden and Hello Fresh - would love some longer ones if you're interested...? Love you. God bless you. Please pray for my little family if you think of it. ♡♡♡

[@CocoAvalon]

Great advice about sitting outside on the grass! Nature REALLY is so healing!

[@kyleaperrott]

Girl, I love listening to your updates and just talking and shooting the ish. It’s such a nice break from everything going on in the world, so please know, when you’re ready to share we’re ready to listen. Sending you and your family lots of love!

[@mommabearmeg2417]

You are so right! We were going to remodel our home completely. But with how everything is going right now we are waiting.

[@jenniferchess3954]

Christina, your dreams almost sound like what I’ve been dreaming of for years. My husband was listening in while I was watching and kept smiling at me due to the similarities of what I’ve been begging for, for so long lol. But it’s going to be a few years before we can afford to buy our dream property but in the meantime, we have started realizing that we don’t have to wait until we can buy more property to start gardening, being more self reliant and utilizing the 1 acre we have now. In the last 2 years, we have built a small greenhouse, built raised garden beds, learned how to can and preserve our food and just planted some fruit trees and bushes and also hopefully will soon be getting some chickens. I too, want my children to be able to walk outside and grab fresh fruit or veggies off the vine. You can do that too or whatever makes your heart happy.

[@malainakarpinski9499]

I have chickens and they are great, I would wait a year before you'd let them roam around right now. The avian flu is really bad this year and it could get them sick if they roam outside this year. But chickens are awesome, mine love blueberries.

[@mflee6590]

Love this message. In a world yelling spend creates happiness. Live below your means needs to be heard. It’s the best stress reliever. I grew up close to some grandparents from the depression era and learned so much from them.

[@crunchytulip4528]

Watching your channel is like catching up with a good friend. I had a baby during COVID and i’m at home alone a lot so i really look forward to your updates, especially with all the negativity going on in the world! Love hearing about your plans for your dream home Christina. I can’t wait to see how how it unfolds. I love fantasy planning my own dream home 😆 so at least I can get some inspiration from you

[@paigelette13]

Congrats on your Baby. Sending you positive energy and never give up .🌻❤

[@candaceestrada5744]

So happy for you!! Hope everything works out. Sending good vibes and crossing my fingers for you!! Love you!! 😘

[@mandienewsom5260]

I feel ya 😪 yes I can safely say that we have experienced all of that........ here we go..... My family had a house fire, we lost everything including my 7 year old son in 2020 right when covid hit we had to rebuild during the pendimic let me tell you that was the worst thing I had to experience not the rebuilding part but also the rebuilding part we didn't know if we would be able to get the materials or even afford it but let me tell you we prayed and prayed and He did finally answer it wasn't exactly what we wanted but it was a house that we could make a home out of So keep your head up keep doing what you are doing and He will provide you what you need I love watchibg y'all so much and I hope it will get better for you 💓 💗 💛

[@TCASpeaks]

I'm so sorry😞 Prayers for you & your family🙏🙏🙏

[@lauraallen661]

I just love you so much & everything you've overcome. I'm not gonna lie, I can't help but be a little jealous, but so happy for you at the same time. I'm still trying to get it together, but you give me hope!! And I love that you're not one of these cookie cutter chicks out here trying to flex & show off as much wealth as possible. It's the simple things in life that are most precious. Keep being you!! 💕

[@malissahenry5105]

You look beautiful girl! So happy to see you today girl, been having a rough day! ❤

[@marjoriebaut7981]

I love that you are thinking all over. So smart decision! Your house should be a blessing not a curse.😘 May God help you in the process!!!

[@JoJo-vv9rs]

The good thing about building a home or having something like that going on is it something else to focus on other than everything crazy going on in this world. We love seeing everything you do so when you’re ready we’re ready to go on the journey with you ❤️

[@cheristein8016]

I'm so down and depressed and have no emotional support system but it helps watching you... thank you!

[@carolbricker4515]

You rock Christina! I know you guys will love your dream home, it will all be worth it!

[@casuallychristina636]

Thank you Carol 🙏🏼💙

[@vickib6811]

I love this side of you. You didn’t even have to explain your life to us. Your dream home sounds like my dream home. Land with space for my adult daughters and grandchildren, I want gardens and a greenhouse and a summer kitchen for canning. I want us all to be self sufficient on our own land. May be old fashioned, but that’s my dream. ❤️🥰💯

[@sarahsturch4110]

I love this style of video where it feels like I’m just sitting down with my girl catching up ❤️ thank you for sharing, it’s a privilege that you share your beautiful life and family with us!

[@RhiLiz07]

i love how u speak of ur in laws, so many people talk bad/disrespect them but u love them as your own and thats so cool !

[@Sarah-2277]

Everything is inflating here in the UK too 😢 I don't know how long we can go on like this for But your dream home sounds just up my street too! Sounds heaven! Oh and I am now drinking water because of you 😁

[@MandaFandaa]

I have so much respect for your super smart choices for your family. Your dream is beautiful and I hope sooner than later, it comes true. You deserve it.

[@isabelleboulay2841]

This ending of this video was a really good reminder of how to do self-care during this difficult time for everyone. 1. Ground yourself with going outside 2. Drink some water! Thank Christina!! Xoxo🥰

[@ywahn914]

I completely understand what your going through, i would suggest waiting a bit, till the bubble pops on the prices. My husband and I have land we want to build on, but prices and wait times are ridiculous. So we're waiting a while because eventually the prices have to come down for anyone to afford building. We're staying in our current home too, until we can build. Praying for you to help give you peace during the process and to help you make wise choices and help with the anxiety of this.

[@holleykrystle3851]

I'm so excited for you. My husband and I want very similar house, building our own in acres of land in the south. We akrea6 have land just need to build! Thanks for explaining your journey, it's great seeing how building is coming along for you! I want a garden, chickens, outdoors space ect, as well.

[@Nimuetootoo]

Awwww….you made me smile, listening to your dreams of being surrounded by family, all of the animals and nature. I hope all your dreams come true because your dreams are what life is about 💞

[@rosieaustin9911]

Girl…. When u started talking at the end of your dream & how important it is to you I just got so happy for your kids (and future grandchildren). How amazing for them. My husband is a Harvard educated home builder & he can give you some advice if you’re interested. He’s been a builder for 30 years.

[@carolestafford5187]

We grew out of our house a long time ago and wanted to build out onto our lawn so the kids could each have their own room..but we ran into road blocks too and it's SOOO expensive. We gave up. The kids are just going to have to continue sharing a room.... but I'm praying so hard that it works out for you girl!

[@MauiGirl]

We need more people like you in this crazy world. 💛🌸

[@ebrumakris1384]

(There is light at the end of the tunnel) Hi Christina, just wanted to say that I’ve been following your other Channel and think you are such a lovely lady to watch, I like the fact you keep everything real. This is my first video I’m watching of yours on this channel and it really got my attention as I too am currently in the process of building my “forever home”. (No big mansion, just a humble 4 bedroom home to accommodate myself, my husband, my 12 year old son and our dog 🐩 ), It’s always been my dream to build our own home, especially after living in a couple of lovely houses, but there was always something missing or just not right about the house and no matter how many houses we went to view prior to deciding to build, there was always something that’s just not right! We finally found a lovely old house that’s on a decent piece of land (nothing like yours Christina, as I live in the UK and unfortunately large plots of land is not on our side), decided that we would demolish the existing house (as it would have cost far too much to restore, more than a new build!), so I knew my dreams were about to come true. We lived in the house for a year and a half while we were in the process of getting all architectural drawings done and getting the green light from our local council, we got the go ahead at the end of 2019, we moved out of our house and into a rented accommodation at the end of January 2020 and started demolishing the house in Feb/March 2020!! And then the pandemic hit!! That was the most exciting and saddening time of my life. Everything went on hold and it did for a very long time! I was sad for so many people who had suffered from the pandemic but slightly selfishly upset that my dreams had come to a complete stop. Uncertain times had us all scared, was my husband’s job safe?, will we be able to afford to continue?, how long will this take?, it was the unknown that was hard, never thought I’d see the light at the end of that dark tunnel, but I kept hopeful. Now the rented accommodation was only supposed to be for about 1 year so we budgeted for that (I am currently still living in it), and for everything else, ie building materials and workman labour costs. We were lucky enough to restart building works in the autumn of last year 2021,I still at that stage wasn’t getting excited about it as I had lost all hope. The price of everything just went through the roof but we were fortunate enough to have secured our prices for the foundation materials and some of the Steels too but timber prices are sky high and that’s something we didn’t budget for nor for the increase of pretty much everything else! But we know we have to make this work! Once the foundations went down and a few bricks went up in the early part of this year, I’ve started getting those excited feelings back, finally after nearly 2 and a half years we are finally getting there. I go and visit the site once a week and OMG 😆 it’s certainly coming along. Hopefully 🙏 we should be able to move in this autumn but it’s been a very emotional journey and I’m sure once we move it, it would of been well worth the wait. Good luck with your build and be sure that there is light at the end of the tunnel just keep hopeful and I can’t wait to follow your journey. Keep up your excellent work on KZbin. 😊

[@christinamichelleee]

You are just the most precious soul. I fall more and more in love with you with every video you do (I’ve been around for a while now) and you just have a heart of gold woman. I will jump for joy with you on the day y’all break ground for the house!

[@mandilynn24]

Girl!! The struggle is real! I feel your pain! We wanted to build and decided with the insane housing market to buy a 5 year old open concept....it's such a pain in the butt right now! I love my house and I pray you get your dream home very soon! Living under your means is the smartest move ever!!!!! Love your videos!

[@britneyhayley709]

you are such a beautiful soul doll and prayers for you and your spirit & patience for your dream home!! xo God bless you & your gorg family!!

[@sharithompson1672]

Christina, I’m so excited to watch you build your dream. Have you ever watched roots and refuge farm? Jess always talks about turning her waiting room into a classroom. Her dream had seemed impossible to her at first and they’re now building it. You might really like her videos, they’re really inspiring. You two are a couple of my favorite KZbinrs and both inspire me in so many ways.

[@toshagros7061]

Please don’t hesitate to share your amazing videos. With all the chaos and uncertainty in the world, they’re a breath of fresh air. We appreciate you and all your hard work! Keep ‘em coming because we’re here for it. :)

[@melissaclark6578]

Girl I’d die for a 2016 vehicle! I’m driving a 2009 BUT it’s mine,paid off,and I’m the type of person that hates debt so I drive my vehicles until the wheels fall off! I wasn’t like that and would trade in my vehicle after it was paid off and started having problems but since having kids plus a single mom I manage my $$$ much better

[@notsosure5924]

I drive a 2006 dodge stratus 😝 I would love a new vehicle but 20 dollars to fill up (previous gas prices) a car is so nice

[@turtlepals6883]

SAME as me girl , 2010 but I own her and in proud no debt 🥰

[@cherylbglover]

My neighbor had same problems and ended up going and buying a modular home. Never heard of them before and when she explained i was thinking cheap, flimsy. Its amazing!! I couldn't believe and still can't believe it's a real house but came 80% already put together