Cottage Renovations & Homestead Changes | Stud walls & Insulation, Runner Ducks & Apple Juice

[@artifactartstudio107]

Hi Bruce and family! You look well rested and happy. Love your new gimbal. Cool. 😎

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 🙏

[@RD-mz5sy]

Lovely vid as always. Good to see you guys. ❤️

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 😊

[@CynthiaEvans-i2f]

Looking great!

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks!

[@katefinnegan8129]

The ducks new home looks great. Almost done with the loft bedroom. You are a very busy man.

[@OffGridBruce]

Getting there! The girls will be happy when they are done :)

[@contemporarycross]

I love how when the girls ask you to come and look at something with them that you do, even when you're wedged under a trailer. Great dadding.

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 😊 I love their enthusiasm

[@angleaschroeder6531]

Bruce, you have some very full days; always working hard and doing such a good job a whatever you tackle. But my favorite is when you stop what you are doing to “make a memory” with your precious family. I love the pigs! They are adorable - and if ever I’m having a sad day, I just find a bit in your vlog where Annie is smiling and rays of joy absolutely permeate the room! I so love and look forward to your videos!! Thanks for sharing your lives!

[@cclose8007]

Yes! Annie vibes are radiant!! ✨

[@anniinglucksdorf960]

Hope Annie sees this!

[@OffGridBruce]

I love that it comes across. She’s has great energy and always tops me up with energy :)

[@mudatuka1815]

Hey bruce i found your channel 3 days ago and watched 2 years worth of videos in 3 days lol i got to the video called am i quiting and my heart dropped i think your channel and family are amazing and everyone needs a brake and a well deserved one as well you have done so much in 2 years keep up the good work ❤

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks very much. I’m glad you are enjoying the vids :)

[@GrowingLittleCountryhomestead]

Looks like I’ve got some videos to catch up on……..again!!. Thanks youtube notification squad 🤨

[@OffGridBruce]

Strange what the algorithm does

[@CLFL14256]

so much to do. loving the Meitheal in your community. And like a true builder, you subscribe to the proverbial crack! 🤣

[@OffGridBruce]

😂 my girls noticed that too!

[@ko6el]

Yaay. Thanks for making another film, your becoming like a proper film maker that gimbals fantastic , you all look very relaxed n Betsy has grown noticeably in the time you've been gone, they say it goes fast you don't Believe it when they're tiny but it's true, blink and they've become so grown up. Lovely to see you all 🤗

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks. You are not wrong she’s shooting up :) I love the gimbal

[@Donneczka1]

Great work Bruce! That upstairs space is really shaping up! Your girls will really love it! They have one of the coolest dads around! 👏👏👏

[@OffGridBruce]

Ah thanks very much I’ll have to let them know lol

[@patrickbobbett6358]

There was so much in this vlog, beautiful begining to your day. Then so many differant activities you have been accomplishing. Respect

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Patrick

[@colinchick2692]

For info to others ducks are messy - I would highly recommend that the floor of ducks houses are just made from hardcloth. It is also best to be able to have access to easily clean - roof that opens or side that opens (maybe both). I learnt the hard way.

[@OffGridBruce]

I was thinking deep litter system and every few months scraping it out with a mattock. I could probs modify the roof to be removable

[@alirae8417]

My turf is still in the bog! Slightly wet. Co. Limerick! Love you guysxx

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 🙏 it wasn’t the best year for drying anything was it 😂

[@mumstheword8]

Yes, always take days to enjoy yourself! The work will always be there. If it's not one thing it will be another. Life is short. Enjoy what you can :)

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 🙏 finding a new rhythm

[@mattlovejoy5536]

Great videos, thanks. Love watching the attic conversion, it took me three years of stress doing mine in the weekends so I can appreciate all your hard work 👍

[@OffGridBruce]

Will be glad when this job is done. Loving the girls excitement at the moment.

[@irishcottagerenovation9900]

Great video and great progress with the insulation. Love the duck house and apple processing. My turf pile fell down as well after lovingly making it so neat. It’s great to have busy full days, your doing a great job juggling it all. How’s the poly tunnel and veg doing? Best wishes to you all

[@OffGridBruce]

I must have done the fodding wrong (not sure if I spelt that right. The tunnel is looking ok but my 2 younger dogs went through a phase of going in and harvesting my tomatoes whilst simultaneously destroying the place 😂

[@IrishMiniMyte]

So nice to see you guys again! My kids and I check often and were so happy to see an upload! Not much longer and the girls will be having their own spaces, my daughter is excited to see how the will fit them out. Cheers!

[@OffGridBruce]

The girls (especially elsie) can’t wait to move into their rooms

[@anniinglucksdorf960]

Great job! The apple juice making looked like so much fun!

[@OffGridBruce]

We had a great time :)

[@davidfennell5124]

Hey Bruce, another great vlog. Lots happening on your homestead. The new gimple is the dogs boll*x 😁

[@OffGridBruce]

Ah the gimbal is my new favourite toy!

[@mariemullahy1667]

Brilliant episode glad to see y’all back attic is coming long brilliant & I tried to look up your friend on KZbin can’t find him can u put up link 💚❤️

[@mariemullahy1667]

Found it lol

[@OffGridBruce]

Glad you found it

[@dabruscar]

Humming along fine now mate. Bravo

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 👍

[@ElisandeWalters]

Great work, I'm sure the insulation will make a big difference downstairs, too! And I can't wait to see more of the ducks...

[@OffGridBruce]

The insulation has transformed the place. Can’t believe the difference

[@carolfaberpeake857]

Wow so many things accomplishments! The duck house is great and the ducks are cute 😊 congrats on finishing the wiring and the insulation 🎉🎉🎉

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Carol

[@lizdevine7363]

Hi guys, your place has really matured nicely a beautiful homestead now. Annie your looking radiant but hope your OK you looked a little far away in yourself, make sure to take time off when ye need it, your girls are beautiful children ❤ 😊 🎉

[@OffGridBruce]

I’d say that’s because she had com back from helping at a retreat. She always comes back extra chilled from retreat

[@JennyGunston-uh5og]

I had Indian Runners, they are so comical

[@OffGridBruce]

They are right characters

[@bluegrassers]

As usual we enjoyed your latest video, thanks

[@OffGridBruce]

Thank you 🙏

[@patrickbeamish8480]

I am glad to see you, Bruce and Annie, and your daughters and the animals again. That is amazing that you received a new camera that the film blog was more smooth, and that was an automatic or a smart camera that can followed you. You were on stage and could have done a song and dance. Trying too hard to be cheeky. The attic looks great for your daughters. It's fine that you were away for a bit or a wee bit, so that you can get a lot done. You must seize the sunny days in Ireland for going to the beach. I was amazed that the hen laid different colored/coloured eggs like Easter eggs. ;)

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Patrick I was over the moon with the camera gimbal

[@patrickbeamish8480]

@@OffGridBruce Thanks so much for taking the time to reply. I know that you are very busy, but everything that you do or show us on video, you make it look very easy and a joy.

[@MommaOG]

I can't help it Bruce I followed your camera of the shot of your lovely wife😅 I love her dress😍 good luck with them ducks c u soon💐🙂

[@OffGridBruce]

😂 cheeky shot from me that’s for sure :)

[@MommaOG]

@@OffGridBruce it sure was 😂😂

[@kellyb3211]

That’s a cute little egg roller coaster storage thingy! Ps, yes the camera stabilizer/gimbal is so helpful and the smooth shots are great!

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Kelly. I’m loving the gimbal

[@freedomforestlife]

YAY - We've missed you guys - Great vid - really enjoyed seeing what you've been up to. Ducks are so cool - can't wait to see more of them waddling around 💚✌🌿

[@OffGridBruce]

They are right funny characters. Starting to trust us now and realise that we are nice 😂 thinking of getting them into the tunnel for a bit of slug and snail control

[@leigh7776]

I’ve missed your videos... glad you’re back🧡💜

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks. I’m definitely enjoying a slower pace with the videos

[@aprilriordan8202]

Glad to see you’ve all been enjoying the bit of summer we got , the pups have grown so big ! Love the addition of the ducks , they’ll be great entertainment for the girls , everything is looking great 😊

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks April :)

[@YllaStar95970]

Soon be time for the Waitrose jacket.😉

[@OffGridBruce]

You know it 😂

[@garyhollywell2112]

That Gimble is very cool Bruce

[@OffGridBruce]

It’s very cool!

[@PinkettsHoney]

Hi Bruce, nice to see the update and great progress. 👍

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Stein :)

[@cclose8007]

I loved this vlog I felt transported to hanging out with you I forgot I was at home 😂

[@OffGridBruce]

That’s nice to hear :)

[@morethandaisysmom434]

Thanks! You had me at studs and ducks!

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks very much :)

[@morethandaisysmom434]

Love seeing you and the girls back on the Tube! @@OffGridBruce

[@mosbysmen]

great vlog , you should have the girls help you for a little while every day working on the house , so they are learning skills

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks. I like that they come up and help when they feel like it. They are great help around the place

[@garylatto4191]

Busy busy as always mate great work with the loft 👏

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 👍it’s coming along :)

[@acidheadarnieric]

Loving the super smooth gimbal! Cracking on as per, keep up the good work!

[@OffGridBruce]

The gimbal is great! I love it

[@jodiethane9359]

Hi Bruce and family from the Caribbean. The loft is progressing nicely. You got a lot done. Loved the adventure with the apple pressing. I was glad to see you posted this morning.

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks. Won’t be long now and the girls rooms will be done :)

[@DCScott-wo7cq]

Welcome back Bruce and Co. Great to see things moving along. Wondering if you are going to put a small ensuite into the roof space? 🤔☘️

[@OffGridBruce]

No ensuit. Too little room

[@Lamhan_Scotland]

Looks amazing, Bruce :-) I can’t find your friend’s KZbin channel on a search; could he please add a link in the comments as it looks fantastic!

[@OffGridBruce]

I will have to put it in the description

[@yvonnebailey9973]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing. Things are coming along nicely. Best wishes to you all.

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 😊

[@jacksg1809]

Hey Bruce great to see u all again .

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks Jack :)

[@neilheslam1114]

Great episode, glad to see your back on track!

[@OffGridBruce]

Thanks 🙏

[@robscoble1579]

I think you had a gimble malfunction when you were filming Annie there 😂 Good to see you back mate! 👍

[@OffGridBruce]

Haha I wondered how many would notice 😂

[@johnoleary528]

Good to see you all. Look forward to seeing the duct eggs 😊

[@OffGridBruce]

Us too!

[@margaretring3120]

Lovely visuals in the filming. Where can that stabiliser for the camera be bought? Wishing you all a lovely October.💕💫💕

[@OffGridBruce]

Thank you. Hi I put a link in the description of the video :)

[@skrtskit1521]

💖💖🎶🎶

[@KntnWDHS]

Hi Bruce / all... Does anyone know the highest populated towns and villages in County Clare? I can't find 2022 cencus figures other than Ennis and Shannon. Is everywhere else in the county significant in population?

[@OffGridBruce]

I’m not sure really. What would you consider significant?

[@KntnWDHS]

@@OffGridBruce sorry meant is anywhere else in the county significant in population? Ie next biggest towns or villages from Shannon or Ennis? Would they be small areas with a couple of thousand?

[@imeldadiaz4164]

Must be a woman/mother thing, I agree, the edges look really sharp but great job, well done!

[@OffGridBruce]

😂 they probably were I was just giving out :)

[@paulspenceruk1]

None of my business really I know, but just wanted to check you're aware your house electrics need to be signed off by a certified electrician. Otherwise, in case of a fire etc., your insurance company will not cover you or pay out. In my part of Ireland, certified electricians are a bit scarce, they don't like certifying work that has been carried out by someone else. I found out the hard way as I had a block built outbuilding wired by an electrician who turned out not to be certified.

[@OffGridBruce]

Hey paul yes totally aware of the sign off. I have a guy in mind :)

[@MrTurbodawson]

Fantastic vlog, such amazing skills you have and talent. Pm'd you on Instagram 😁

[@OffGridBruce]

Thank you so much I’ll check out my inbox