Cutting Wood Cookies & Milling Lumber | Shutting Down the Sawmill for the Season

[@electrospaghetti4483]

Am I selfish to say I need y’all to put out vids more often?? 😂😂 I look forward to seeing y’all every week. Hands down my favorite channel

[@angelhuff7675]

I feel the same way.

[@Joanne_uk]

Definitely! Just one more video per week (for now 😅)

[@budcat2]

My goodness. Once a week is about all I could expect for a full time company to produce. “I Love Lucy” is an excellent example.

[@cherilucy0303]

I know how hard to edit videos but yes I want to watch more.... Thank you for really beautiful videos from Alaska.

[@brendaduignan5961]

I was just thinking the sane thing!

[@hugobreese9684]

Thank you for the fly-over of the property - it gives one a good idea of how the property is laid out and the relationship of the various buildings and gardens to your cabin. Great video.

[@sherry2836]

Yes, loved that drone footage.

[@lindajeanfrancis2958]

Hey one eye done ye look so good

[@doublerainbowsdoublerainbo7906]

You've done so much to this property, in such a short time!! Its AMAZING! I hope you don't ever sell this one!! I was very sad when you announced you were leaving the other one---after all the work you had done there! Also is the little remote cabin you went to of yours, a couple times each year, is it just to far to go there anymore???

[@flowersflowers473]

Absolutely loved that drone footage at the start - as you said, it was great to see the buildings in relationship with each other. Its all laid out so thoughtfully - neither too far, nor too close!

[@coventrywildeheart7108]

Agreed. It really helped to make sense of the layout etc.

[@pcmiller2710]

What's amazing to me is the amount of work you both have accomplished in the short time you have been on this property! Truly a dream team in the homesteading world.

[@EzekielMessenger]

It's bonkers how productive these two are.

[@donnakearse2503]

You keep your property so tidy. People could learn from you. So glad when you post.

[@flowersflowers473]

100% - mess just makes me stressed!

[@kathylane5934]

What a beautiful world the Lord has made. Northern lights just hard to imagine

[@brendaallen3233]

Amazing

[@Yesica1993]

Amen! Psalm 19:1 "The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork."

[@jnash5137]

Beautiful drone shot of your property. You two are an inspiration to your subscribers and we want to see 1M+ in 2025. Thanks for the time and due diligence in posting videos for us weekly.

[@billsmith5166]

The flyover made me realize just how much you've done this year. Astonishing.

[@Roheryn100]

What you have accomplished in 18 months is astounding …🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@puirYorick]

Early winter up there looks like a Black & White film.

[@christivbosch565]

Under 2 minutes in, just paused to say... The ariel view of the property is amazing. Shows us viewers how it's all layout and how big the garden & quonset hut really are as well as how much snow y'all already have! Love this channel, it truly is my very favorite! Ok...now back to the video 🤪😘

[@flowersflowers473]

the same! 😄 now to watch the rest of the video..!

[@fredquinn3919]

The northern lights and the drone footage are so wonderful!! And your music choice to accompany them is fantastic!! You are far and away one of the best channels for quality!!!

[@heatherwanderer777]

The lumber mill and the Branson really have been vital to all your projects recently, two really good purchases that you're getting your full money's worth out of!!

[@rebeccabyeseda4844]

Oh my, God, the aurora borealis is magnificent. What a beautiful place to live. Thanks for the great photography and sharing your progress. You've done A LOT this year. God bless. Wowskis!

[@racebanning6390]

Yes.....💚❤️🧡

[@katydidiy]

I'm just amazed at all the cool things you've done over the past 5 years. Im imagining you guys laying awake at night conjuring up new projects. The mill is incredible ❤

[@johncollins719]

I made some walnut cookies for a buddies wedding reception.Cut them, let them dry and coated with oil until they wouldn't take anymore and let the oil dry. Several people have used them since at their receptions as a base for the centerpiece at each table. All cookies will split eventually. Hardwood more so than softwood. It's the nature of wood drying and there's nothing you can do to prevent it. They're still neat with the split. :)

[@craigwadey2122]

I found that out the hard way, picked up a cookie of pine from a saw competition. It annoyed me that it cracked

[@faithrada]

​@@craigwadey2122 Yup. 😢😊

[@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510]

Wow, winter has arrived! At that overhead view, you guys have done SO MUCH WORK this summer!!!! WHOA. GREAT JOB!

[@lucindas2931]

The amount of work you’ve done and the homestead you’ve created in such a short amount of time is phenomenal!!! Love your channel!!

[@haroldholland1316]

I’ve been binge watching your channel since I first discovered it several weeks ago. I have nothing to say that hasn’t been said already. So well documented, photos unmatchable an amazing couple! Well, today I finally caught up and I’m looking forward to see where you take us in the future. This channel will be looked at for years to come and a reference for those who want to see how you two did it. I’ve been to Alaska 3 times (cruise ships) always wanted to see the interior. But as an 81 yr old I would never have seen it except through your eyes. Thanks again!!❤

[@kennethstevens1107]

Nice Birdseye view of the property during the intro, puts everything into perspective.

[@kimjensen1359]

My favorites ❤

[@icybar]

Mine too

[@Joanne_uk]

Mine too

[@bonneymoseley1159]

I hope the sellers, see your videos, and love that your expanding the great property. Yesterday and through this morning we got between 15 and 20 inches.

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Wowza that's a good deal of snow! 😀

[@bonneymoseley1159]

@SimpleLivingAlaska yes but I love it!

[@bobross5580]

I appreciate the time you spend making these videos that show how you live, in my opinion this is what being an influencer on KZbin is all about. I really like you two and how well you sync on the things you need to do. I hope you never stop sharing 🙂

[@waddeym]

I love the sawmill building. My only suggestion would be to cover the side with the prevailing winds to block snow and rain from blowing in.

[@faithrada]

This was my thought also. Suffer as little as possible. 😮😅

[@MyPeacefulLife-jj7dm]

What a great video! The majestic and peaceful snow-capped forest took my breath away. It’s the end of the sawing season and you guys are still hard at work preparing wood for winter projects, especially the wood paneling for the seed room - so cozy and creative. The French meatballs must be the perfect reward after a long day of working outdoors. May God bless you all on your journey in Alaska!

[@stephenstephenson4594]

I love you guys so much everything that you do I'm a 66-year-old man and I love what you're doing God bless both of you

[@debventris]

The fly over of the property was great! Love being reminded of where the projects are in relation to everything. Spectacular footage of the Northern Lights and the snow and snowing. Music spot on as always. Arielle, so proud of all the skills you have acquired, you GO Girl. You and Eric are literally MY HEROS in this crazy world. You give so much to us and we appreciate it!!❤❤❤❤

[@regjames1839]

The drone shots and light show are absolutely stunning thank you

[@deecooper1567]

So agree‼️. ❤❤ the drone fly over… nature & animals. It’s like you’re right smack dab in the middle of a beautiful forest… surrounded by trees 🌲👵🏻❣️

[@terrinewell3044]

Thank you so much for the aerial views of your property. It's really nice to be able to see where all the structures are in relation to each other.

[@tjsmyth1741]

When I see pancake ice on the river, freeze up right around the corner! Love you both 😊

[@bwild7483]

The drone shots show just how much you two have achieved since arrive on this property. Wow!

[@steventrostle1825]

You two are a great team! You have a whole bunch of projects and I appreciate your skills and perseverance, I appreciate you explaining your schedule and do not feel even a tiny bit that you have failed in any way-to the contrary you have succeeded repeatedly and MORE POWER TO YOU! Love the great vids of the Northern lights and of all your progress. Stay Safe and warm.❤

[@gladyssanchez1825]

❤❤❤ Love the view of the property and the great distribution you done and everything so tidy thinking that’s only the two of you for so much work. Congratulations and enjoy your property and thanks for making us part of that joy 🤗🥰😍

[@1307scooter]

It is going to be a great day in the Philippines, waking up and seeing my favorite KZbinrs are on.

[@debbiec.1564]

That late lunch early supper looked fantastic! My mouth started watering when Eric cut the first one!

[@maryellensunflowergirl8132]

Wow lots of wood working. Sometimes work never stops

[@jimc2008]

That is incredible ...what you have achieved in such a short time in the new location is very impressive. You realised you needed more space to fulfil your dreams, you made the decision to move, and you have achieved so much already here in the new place.....so looking forward to seeing what you do next year and beyond....but it's not just the story of your life we want to follow...the cinematography of your videos is just fantastic, and gives us such a clear sense of how life evolves through the seasons in Alaska.

[@jimc2008]

To me it seems you have in such a short time already produced more than enough to supply your own needs, so maybe now you are able to provide some for others ? ....and maybe you have the start of a business providing local produce ? ....maybe even employing others long term.......your work ethic seems to me that you can produce way more than the two of you actually need

[@patmitchell-wn5wi]

We lived in northern BC for many years and saw beautiful dancing northern lights of many colours. My mother passed away in mid September and the night of her passing we had some beautiful northern here in central BC. My daughter-in-law said it was Grandma flying up to heaven. Now that’s what I think of when ever I see them.

[@debbiefaber1224]

Sending peace and love your way ❤️ May your Mom rest in eternal peace in God's loving arms ❤️ Speak of her often keeping her memories alive ❤️ I miss my Mom every day. I love how you have the Northern Lights, to remind you of her ❤️

[@jukna83]

I am so sorry for your liss. The thought that the northern Lights are a sign that the grandma ist flying Up to heaven is beautiful ..

[@MainahTony]

sooo much bigger then the last place. i knew this place was going to be amazing didnt realize would be THIS amazing. i have been watching you guys for YEARS!!

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank for following through the years 😃

[@MainahTony]

@@SimpleLivingAlaska love the changes you guys do. the fishing!!! the scenery. cant wait to see whats next u have planned

[@DeanJohnson67]

sometimes I forget how much time you must spend creating these amazing recordings/compilations on top of your homestead day jobs! Loved the mood music in this one also!

[@ackulakan]

Always a great laid back, no nonsense (well some nonsense :) ) experience. It's criminal you don't have a million subscribers yet. I hope winter is not too hard for you all and thanks again!

[@BobRousseau]

Love to see a homestead that keeps things well organized - something I pride myself in to help with productivity

[@albertajohnson7085]

Love your videos so much especially your fly overs. The night sky northern lights and river selection of the video makes me emotional! Not sure why other than the peacefulness and beauty. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@diane8885]

What a beautiful home you have made!

[@reneloper9074]

I think consensus is most want more videos. I also believe we know how much and hard you work. Your homestead is proof of that, I am thankful I can a video a week. However, if you ever need more to do (🤗) we would enjoy a random video now and then. Thank you for bringing us along on your journey. Be Blessed 💖💖🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tonicodner6189]

I love that you guys have a sawmill, and you can cut all the timber you need from projects, but don't burn the saw dust. Use it in your chook shed. I use a deep litter system in my chook shed about 15cm(5 to 6 inches deep, and I use saw dust it is most excellent it soaks up all of the moisture from the chook poo and it takes all of the smell from the chook shed. I only change it twice a year straight into my compost, and all that natural nitrogen is perfect for the garden.

[@sharongypsydove6080]

You must not watch the videos that you know they use sawdust

[@novampires223]

That's all I use in my chicken house too, got tired of contaminated municipal compost for my garden so now use sawdust only.

[@tonicodner6189]

No, I don't watch them all. I just wasn't sure whether you did use it or not. I'm on a no spend garden ( or as little as possible) because when we moved to our current house, the yard was a complete desert of grey sandy dust. So, growing soil, adding organic matter and cover crops have been the most important part of my garden, and the chickens have been instrumental in the process.

[@tonicodner6189]

@novampires223 it's so good in the garden after a year in the compost, and the cost of compost and soil here is prohibitive. So I've finally graduated to three garden beds after four years in the garden because of my need to grow my soil first. My chickens are a fundamental part of it.

[@petersalur1111]

So jealous of your lifestyle, what a way to live beautiful scenery.fresh air and the northern light's. Everything about the way you live hard work never hurt anyone.We live in the UK, if we get 2 inches of snow we start to panic thinking we cannot get to the shops.Please keep the videos coming I enjoy them so much. Keep safe.it's a jungle out there It is in Manchester UK.

[@user-sn7dw7yl2f]

You two have done a wonderful job on creating a home on the land you purchased. A lot of work has gone into what you two have created and built. You should be proud.

[@dainwilliams4265]

I wait in anticipation every week to see when you guys upload. Your videos are more than entertainment it is therapeutic. Your video production is top notch and the simplicity of you two way of life and personality is such awesome. I am anxiously awaiting your next upload. Keep safe and warm as your environment changes.😊

[@justsaying2150]

Im from Australia and I look forward to your videos its great downtime love Alaska, all the best.

[@jesstill7833]

I’m a skippy as well. Cheers😇😇😀

[@shariselove]

My most fav couple on the internet 🥰

[@icybar]

So happy to see your newest video drop. I love what you both achieve, the fact that you show the successes and problems alike. You make wonderful programmes - never repetitive, always interesting, and utterly beautiful to watch. Thank you! Actually, I watch your videos more than literally any TV programme series.

[@Tjo-s6y]

Thank you so much for showing up today. You have no idea how much I needed your wonderful video. The peace , beauty, loving partnership, flying in spirit with the drone. 😊 was much needed. The lower 48 is in much turmoil I hate to admit. So thank you 🙏 ❤❤❤

[@jenniferwilson3489]

thank you, I always enjoy your videos

[@mattjameshawkins96]

Truly a dream team in the homesteading world.

[@kevinwiley9696]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the flyover of the property!! Such an upgrade from the old property!!!

[@sgrvtl7183]

Great video❗ You Two are so good at wrapping things up for winter, lots of thinking ahead for winter projects👌GOOD LUCK with Winter‼💚🌲

[@angelhuff7675]

More videos please. You are the best part of my day.

[@warrenpeterson6065]

It seems just yesterday you were coming out of hibernation and today you're prepping for winter once again. Where has time gone! Hugs to you for a great winter season!

[@carolewarner101]

So great that you're setting yourselves up to be able to work on projects all winter in the warmth of your shop! What an invaluable investment that was to put that in.

[@janetkoball44]

A different video but I really enjoy all of them. I'm very interested in seeing your Cookies being placed where they belong. Your cat is enjoying life. Thanks

[@lisawegener2664]

Love the drone shots and amazing to see all your hard work around the property in the time you both been there xx

[@chrisguthrie8402]

Eric and Arielle I have gotten so accustomed to watching your videos over the last 3 years that I can't wait for them to come out. You guys make a very good team and I enjoy watching what you do. It is amazing how far you've come since I started watching your videos 4 years ago. I am an avid fan, stay warm. Stay safe from a great admirer😊

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

We really appreciate the support and hope you enjoy the videos as much as we do making them 😊

[@robertconner5126]

That is a cool idea with the cookies. Looking forward to completion of the project. Another great video. Thank you for sharing.

[@gconn190]

Thanks for the video. The melancholy guitar music gave me a great vibe as you continued to use the saw mill.

[@carolyncarlon9870]

Always loved the children’s book by Shel Silverstein, The Giving Tree! For my Montessori elementary classroom I brought in a short tree stump/tree cookie that i attached wheels to. The kids really loved sitting on the tree cookie to read a book. And it could be moved to a quiet spot in the room. Often next to Sprinkles (our classroom parakeet) living in a tall birdcage. Amazing!

[@mwil5101]

Loved that author! I need to buy a copy for all my grandchildren

[@staceyhazelett2397]

Beautiful Alaska! I never knew how much I would love it there!

[@jforozco12]

DIY projects, gardening, hunting, fishing, cooking and amazing videography, this channel deserves way more views

[@andreamanocchi4066]

I LOVE all those circles of ice floating down the river. Almost looks like bubbles. I love all that you are both doing.

[@lindaarnold3091]

I’m still drooling! That meatloaf and Brussels sprouts looked amazing! 💕

[@tanyacouchman6534]

Beautiful work. Can't wait to see that on seed room wall. We did a cookie wall once & it looks amazing when all done. Thank you for sharing you guys and love the drone shots. And by the way, I always seem to be hungry when done watching your video's. Love the cooking segments 😉

[@ginacota9724]

Wow, I don’t know which one of you does the editing for these videos but it’s next level! Truly better than TV programs. In fact, I don’t even watch TV anymore. I only have time for KZbin videos like yours! GREAT JOB 👏

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank you, Eric edits 😃

[@opossumgrylls3275]

​@SimpleLivingAlaska finding this out, eric is my hero. Does he sleep?!

[@katrinaavila3859]

Your drone shots are always amazing, but the ice on the river is my favorite as of late. Thanks for sharing!

[@myboyzr2]

The COOKIES! Beautiful! I can’t wait to see them in the seed room!

[@suecollins5174]

Loved the drone shot of your property. It looks beautiful!! Your careful planning and lots of hard work have really paid off!

[@lindacollier3321]

“and now, for the musical portion of our travelogue tonight…”. Your cinematography is excellent! I love your videos! You two are exceptional in pretty much everything you do…hugs from Texas!

[@MaryObi-v5d]

You guys have one of the best intro scene footage on KZbin. ❤

[@nancyfaircloth3224]

Love watching you two.

[@sohailakhtar5474]

Greetings from Islamabad Pakistan.Wow amazing drone shorts of beautiful homestead with stunning scenery and landscapes of snowfall with Ice cubes floating on the river simply awesome .Sawmill is a game changer in your property specially in wanter time to complete projects. You guys are out of this world as you complete every project with perfection ❤ Keep working, traveling, camping, hunting, fishing, cooking, eating,canning, gardening and smiling 😊

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Always enjoy your channel!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@danadevost5875]

The Northern Lights and the stars are fantastic! Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

My favourite channel too. Just great information and entertainment. I appreciate your efforts very much.❤

[@Scott-f2y]

Always a wonderful dinner! U guys are awesome !

[@suedonald2583]

Yay another video.

[@ThomasWalker-p1v]

You two could be producers of movies, the way you edit your videos. Your videos have good nature scenes that come to life. I am always happy when your new videos are posted. You have good teaching and educational videos. Keep them coming.

[@rogertemple7193]

Great to see you cutting more firewood and shutting the sawmill down as winter has begun in Alaska there and getting the seed room fixed putting the wood cookies in it. have a great week and take care have a warm Halloween night thank you.❄️🏘️🇺🇲:)

[@kellyro77]

A cookie wall and a river of cookies. Love it.

[@sharonmcvicker4421]

Yay perfect timing to break up the craziness in lives around these United States

[@skweekyt1]

You guys are just an amazing couple! Alaska's finest videographers !! And most hardest working self reliant people i ever seen.I hope you have a great winter season with no generator issues. lol... Missing the boys ,but love u both 8)

[@judycarter8199]

The sawmill and the tractor are invaluable tools for you. Your videos are so enjoyable-thank you for all your effort to produce them.

[@a116jxb]

Thanks!

[@geraldgaffey9797]

Best part of my day also 🤗❤️☮️

[@shaniaa9287]

What a wonderful homestead you 2 have developed in your good living, Alaska. Love all your videos....each and every one. Love all your recipes and how you enjoy cooking together ❤️ have a cozy winter. Love you both 💓

[@peppernc429]

Awesome videography! Thank you for the aerial perspective; I had it all wrong. Except the location of the coup to the cabin. Beautiful Working smart!

[@Beachwriter]

What a cinematic opening. It’s an award winner.

[@missmaziecat5058]

Oh wow - wood cookies and ice cookies! The fly over of your property was cool!

[@lauramason9250]

I'm watching your video of it snowing in Alaska, and meanwhile, it's 85° here in Dallas TX. Crazy! I was hoping this snow video would cool me off, but alas, I'm still sweating. Thank you for sharing your life with us. This channel is my hands down my favorite. And I'm probably not even close to your target demographic. But if I could do my life over, I would definitely do what y'all are doing in life.

[@johnsutherland6322]

My favourite part of my week you both have done a fantastic job on the new place thinking it’s time for a new puppy around the place 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿from here in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@justkimdg2]

Look at you guys approaching 1 million subscribers! Nice.

[@FroggyTWrite]

we just had our first snow of the season yesterday. this makes me both dread and look forward to the coming season + change of pace that comes with it

[@PENPAL555]

Hi 👋, I'm SOOO HAPPY FOR YOU ALL !!! The amount of Capital Improvements made to the homestead is FANTASTIC !!! Congratulations 🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂