Day in the Life: Balancing Farming and a Full Time Job

Here's a farm vlog where you can watch a day in my life at Gold Shaw Farm. It's not easy balancing work, farming and KZbin, but it can be a lot of fun.
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About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

[@waltersgottalent2066]

You know, I watch him doing his morning routines and day work, and right now I am 14, and I wonder about my future job, and with Amazon being the black holes of retail and stores, Farming seems like a job you can connect with nature, and have something you can enjoy in life, hearing animals awake, instead of animals in the city getting hit by cars, this guy truly inspires me, because I now deciding if I wanna study agriculture and perhaps become a Farmer.

[@pandaboipetsandmask392]

I hope you can achieve your dreams 🖤

[@pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550]

That's great! The world definitely needs more farmers💚

[@michellewhitley1454]

I don't like music, when you're videoing the ducks. I like the quacking. Overall, the videos you create are very creative and entertaining.

[@Mulberrysmile]

Walter's Got Talent The sad fact is that animals die on farms, too, and it is emotionally hard. It can also cause financial problems if they are part of your income. We have chickens and I still cry when one dies. We don’t even butcher them for meat, but they get sick, there are predators, and they get old and pass away. I am NOT trying to change your mind, but just want you to realize farming is not going to mean never seeing an animal suffer. This is part of life and you can’t escape it. One reward of farming is having the ability to ensure the animals in your care have the best life possible while they live. And most of the time, yes, it is peaceful and connects to nature in a good way. But DO see if you can find a summer program to work on a farm. The experience will help you refine your thoughts for your future. DO learn as many skills as you can! Woodworking, welding, plumbing, basic wiring, budget management, planning, water use and conservation, basic hydrology (understanding how water flows or settles on different soils and geological features and recharges aquifers), soil science (building good quality soil), and of course, learn about animals you might raise. Basic first aid, too, for you and the animals. Start growing plants in pots in a window to help you learn about soil, light, and water needs. For learning about growing things, I recommend two channels run by the same man, Ray: Praxxus55712 and VoodooGarden. He is practical and a very nice person. But watching videos is not the same as doing, which is why I recommend you try very hard to find ways to get hands-on experience. I sincerely hope you build a life that brings you peace, joy, and fulfillment!

[@winifrednorwood5428]

Ronnie in VA Brilliant advice for this Future Farmer!!

[@catdurrant5694]

"Geese are friends to no one, they bad mouth everybody and everything. But they are companionable once you get used to their ingratitude and false accusations. " - E. B. White

[@costapobre9522]

Sounds like cats!

[@11matt11]

So, you've met my family.

[@SueBoo2]

11matt11 🤣🤣

[@eshel1954]

Thanks for the look inside your work day. Really interesting seing how you balance your job and your work on the farm.

[@luguy8347]

Cat Durrant hilarious, thanks for the share.

[@GinaSiska]

Smart goose, making her nest right next to Toby...she knows he’s a body guard, lol.

[@davidkunkle405]

Looks like there was a second semi buried egg left behind tho

[@raptorfae.6645]

Plus he's extremely fluffy

[@clee3133]

Best wishes to Allison on the front lines, and God bless!

[@camicri4263]

Amen!

[@wildmonkeymc2380]

@@camicri4263 u mean woman

[@davidazzopardi8133]

Liverpool

[@gordonfreeman9634]

Calm down now she’s not a soldier

[@shortforsophie]

3:08 my gosh, what is this lovely music? Edit: totally got distracted and accidentally posted this comment as a reply to thread I was reading when I heard the music, and not to the video itself. Sorry, my bad.

[@elvagudm]

Funny how "really exited" for a Maremma would translate as "mildly interested" for my Icelandic Sheepdogs. Such a calm and wonderful dog, Toby. Love your videos. Greetings from North East Iceland where the spring is at the same stage as in Vermont.

[@GoldShawFarm]

Howdy!

[@LaoSoftware]

You got a life that everyone dreams about. Living the simple life. Growing and raising your own food. Working at home. No more commutes.

[@dunroamingfarm1385]

He has a full time job

[@scubaguy5389]

Dude you need more rest man than that. your going to have a heart attack. you have to get your 7 to 8 hours of sleep your barely getting 6. sleep is very underrated for health.

[@jakecassidy1015]

i get 4 hrs of sleep and im just fine, people are different. and require different sleep amounts.

[@zeff241]

@@jakecassidy1015 It depends on the amount of work/labor you do , and he SURE does ALOT lol

[@Carriesue1982]

@@jakecassidy1015 How old are you?! You can do that fine in your teens, 20’s and 30’s but trust it will catch up to you.

[@luguy8347]

Scuba Guy that’s so right, underrated.

[@luguy8347]

Carrie agree.

[@crowgirl1326]

Toby adores you. He would do anything to please you. Such a gift of love.

[@Zangarra]

you should do a bonus video of "RELEASE THE QWUAKEN" compilation and them coming out

[@joseperez-ci9ys]

The first time I saw his videos I was in my English class, and it's my first period too. I didn't know what I was getting into but it was the most wholesome thing I've ever seen, and I love how he puts the music it makes me happier and energetic so I can get through my first period class, amazing content

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thank you!

[@janelleroads6011]

I love your sense of humor, the music you use and especially when you add movie clips to emphasis a point! Not to mention I learn something with every video! Keep up the great work!

[@kathrynjoseph2599]

I stepped away from your video for a minute and when I came back Toby had a saddle with some puppet slapping around a bag of gold on his back. I'm like what the... ? He really didn't seem to mind it. That, at least based on my experience with dogs, is pretty unusual. It's part of his nature... easy-going Toby. Morgan, has he reached his adult size yet?

[@GoldShawFarm]

Not yet. He's getting close but he probably has more to go.

[@kathrinekerns8398]

❤Toby. And, this video was for real. Grew up on a farm in Northern Idaho. We had to milk the cows, feed the chickens, all before we caught the bus (1-1/2 hr ride), into school. But, I would love to do it all over again.

[@sallys4146]

I’ve dreamt of hatching geese ever since watching Fly Away Home as a kid. I used to chase geese in the park thinking that there would be eggs hiding underneath 😂 I don’t think I would be able to handle the noise, so thanks for giving me an opportunity to live vicariously🐦

[@jacobssiegfried]

good morning shaw. U started popping up during the quarantine period, and i can't believe i'm telling people about a duck family they gotta watch :')

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thank you! I really appreciate that support.

[@marytapioca]

@@GoldShawFarm I started watching you since last fall, during a three-day Typhoon weekend here in Yokohama, Japan.

[@antlerman7644]

@@GoldShawFarm I've really enjoyed the step up in audiogame recently. The music sounds amazing.

[@cody_d3628]

@@marytapioca is it common for people to speak english in japan?

[@marytapioca]

@@cody_d3628 No, I'm an American living in Japan.

[@ayescotland1383]

Thank you so much for taking us along on your daily chores, Morgan. Much, much appreciated during these times we all have to indure. Hoping you, Allison, Toby-Dog, your barn cats and all the feathery flock on the farm are doing well, as all the rest of your families and friends are aswell. Stay safe and sound. Cheers from Germany :)

[@samuelcareen5563]

I feed my 2 dogs and 2 cats raw food and they love it and thrive on it. They have lots of energy, muscle tone, great teeth, and beautiful soft fur. Especially my black cat David. He's a masterpiece

[@annew8365]

Thank you, Georgia, for providing the puppet on a saddle that gave us the light-hearted moment of Toby running around the farm. Too funny! 😆🏇 Toby seemed to handle it with great aplomb. I hope his puppet rider makes another appearance!

[@alextriphonov4427]

It was really good to spend another day with you, man!

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thank you!

[@francineguerra2854]

I just want you to know that "all ducks go to bed" works great for dogs too. We have a small Australian Shepherd hobby kennel. At night it was a struggle to get the youngest in their kennels for bed time, even with treats. I used your method and bed time is no longer a chore! Thanks. Love your channel and a "day in the life" was great.

[@johnf1092]

When are you getting tigers

[@mennifdafd4738]

I read that i Joes voice

[@EriktionEBW]

Guys ... should we tell him?

[@مجهولالهوية-ه1ز]

In the next spring

[@barbarahouk1983]

Yeah we should let him know about I. Lirpa (aka April I spelled backwards) day. April first in the US is the day of joking and that is why everything is written by I. Lirpa. Morgan’s protective tigers are an I. Lirpa joke.

[@meggi8048]

@@barbarahouk1983 he is getting tigers for real! EIGHT !!

[@docash2107]

Wow. This is definitely one of your better videos. I watched the entirety of it. Thanks for the insight on what you do. I'm one of those that are stuck in the urban life and will never get out! The little bandit on Toby's back was a riot.

[@GoldShawFarm]

Wow, thank you!

[@wrenchdoozer]

14:54 - Toby dog: "My hooman is certifiable, but he gives me treats so I'll look past that."

[@rebekkah9420]

I LOVE how the pond turned out! Your birds are so lucky to be living with you, having their own pond!

[@IhamCat5]

Dude. You are ambitious and amazing. Doing all that in a day. 5am to 12am. Damn

[@Fwootgummi]

That cowboy thing is the best thing I've seen all week. I feel cleansed having seen that. Toby's such a good steed!

[@claudefox2882]

Maybe one of the ‚healthiest‘ Channels out there. Especially now with all the madness going on. Keep it up.

[@racquelfagan7763]

Toby dog with that robber on his back is the wholesome content I need to clear my skin and fix my finances!

[@AliceMarieM]

I would love to listen to the audio of Toby's barking wars with the coyotes.

[@diandrevannote547]

I can feel how genuine this guy is, in the effort he puts in his farm, I’m the effort he puts in his videos, KZbin blessed my recommended with your videos.

[@deborrahdutra5599]

Toby is so chill Hes getting so big enjoy watching him

[@rosaloving9106]

I’m a new subscriber and have been watching your videos one after another. I love your channel, the fowl you raise, and Toby. I also love the music you play in your videos. They really add drama to the antics of your ducks, chicken, geese, etc. you’re very sensitive to your animals’ moods and needs. Your videos are edifying as well as entertaining. Continue to do the good work you do!

[@explosivefiend9008]

I have always wanted to ask this question. Why don’t you invest in breeding rabbits? You can get a decent amount of meat and good pelts depending on the rabbit species and they eat most scraps of food. PS I love your channel and all you do with it.

[@GoldShawFarm]

Allison would never eat the meat. One look at the rabbits and she would fall in love and then we would have hundreds of pet rabbits who would eat us out of house and home.

[@Citystead]

That was a really good day in the life video. I wonder if people will more often be working from home after all this stuff is over, wouldn't that make it all so much easier cut out the commute, wasted time at the office. Oh what are you working on with Jei, how cool

[@GoldShawFarm]

Good question! New videos coming soon...

[@pandaboipetsandmask392]

I can't balance a good sleep schedule, but I can do a job and a farm. I love the videos man

[@dalefortner2179]

Good video. Answers many general questions your audience has.

[@nickgeier18]

Great video as usual man! I live on big island HawaiiI came across your channel when I first got my first set of duckshere you taught me a lot about raising them and watering and housing etc I'm very thankful I've loved watching your videos ever since I currently have a mix of Cayuga and khaki Campbell ducks and a breeding pair of call ducks, also recently got 2 African and 2 American buff goslings. Definitely have learned a lot from your channel and trying out some of your methods, so thank you again in aloha from Hawaii! 🤙

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thank you!

[@mammahasspoken]

I totally enjoyed the cowboy ride this morning. It gave me a good laugh which was needed.

[@miah5561]

One of my favorite channels

[@natalierozean5989]

Toby needs a head cam so you “he” can video a typical day watching over his flocks. It’s always fun to see life thru a working dogs perspective.☺️

[@gynocentrismergomgtow]

28:30 It would be interesting to watch how Toby behaves "if anyone comes" his way during the night.

[@arttochokeheart]

I'm new to your channel and I have been binging nonstop to get my mind off of the stress of work and this pandemic. I find your commentary calming and relatable and funny! So much appreciation!

[@juandelatorre4517]

so inspiring seeing how you handle your time and get everything done

[@fireyflower6643]

it really is

[@jchny00]

Admire your wife's dedication during this crisis, thank you! My oldest daughter works at a nursing home in dietary. Scary stuff. Geese, it is a love/hate thing! I'm a 4th generation goose keeper and I adore them. I grab up any aggressive goose or gander and "pin them" down. It is their natural way of establishing domination in a flock. You gently but firmly restrain them. You can also just carry them under an arm until they stop struggling, then release. This doesn't change the flock demeanor aside from learning respect for you. Your geese will still do their job but need to respect you as the alpha.

[@fireyflower6643]

Thats great advice

[@thepetitewriter]

I love how even Toby reacts when you say, "Release the quacken!" 😂 3:25

[@indicasmama]

Loved spending the day with you. Love watching all your videos & I don't think you talk to much. Your always very infomative & articulate & enjoy your talks.

[@kosnk]

I actually enjoy how you explain things (and that you answer some questions that might raise) and the quality of your editing is just amazing! Thanks for all these videos!

[@johnee1326]

There’s something about your channel, love it keep up the good work!

[@carolleenkelmann3829]

Toby and panniers, that's the answer. You might even be able to train him to collect eggs without eating them.

[@animal_gal_adventures9885]

14:00 oh my God I could not stop laughing. Toby and his bank robbing buddy

[@randomrachael420]

I am in tears :'D

[@Karaiathin]

You're on the money about seedlings, this year I'm paying $63 for just 10 + some seeds for my garden, because the only place that will do curbside is the town specialty nursery. I'm thankful every day that I was in the habit of saving seed packets from previous years, otherwise I'd be in trouble!

[@HkJoK]

Not sure if you'll see this, but thank you for these videos. They're a great stress reliever for me during quarantine!!

[@janellelynch998]

Lol so funny 😂😂 Lil Barn Cat is laughing at Toby because he’s wearing a cowboy that just robbed a bank! Toby is the Get Away Dog😂😂. Toby is beautiful!!

[@anitraahrens905]

I love the beautiful landscape of your Vermont farm and the surrounding area. It's so peaceful. Toby Dog's giving the cowboy a ride is adorable. The music that goes with it is very appropriate, too.

[@thepackofwasabibeans]

Oof, careful with the audio next time dude. Some of the music, especially around the 8-10 minute mark, really drowns you out.

[@ulalaFrugilega]

It felt like an artistic choice to me, I actually liked it: as if nature overwhelmed words.

[@euanstirling1866]

Wtf? The audio was consistent? I think it may be your hardware

[@meggi8048]

i had the same issue. the music suddenly was overly loud for a short time. could barely understand him talking.

[@Miranda-vj8yy]

@Jennifer He's just giving some helpful advice

[@oliviaspecht7228]

I felt that bothersome too

[@myzacky96]

So is Allison a lucky lady! to have such a nice hard working man, God Bless you both

[@trulyidkman]

25:39 why did I get massive untitled goose game vibes from that.

[@mags096]

Greetings from West Lafayette, Indiana. Love watching your vids. Your hard work is always inspiring.

[@LRJUKRJUKE]

You really do live such a great fulfilling life and your positive energy makes the videos wonderful. I'm buying my own house soon and you've inspired me to definitely build a shed and raise some ducks or chickens as a hobby.. I haven't yet decided which but anyways thanks for the great content.

[@deetremonti5161]

Paskal Letonja Research the laws on raising wildlife or farm animals on whatever property you buy so that it won’t become a problem when you buy your house.

[@alicet5123]

This is so wholesome. What a gem of a channel. Make a clip of the dog with the cowboy on the dogs back and post it to Reddit.

[@TheMindfulHomestead]

O. M. G. 1:58 feels like my life sometimes when I am filming/editing. I’ll get 90% through what I want to say, and then just stop and restart all over.

[@Jodi9810]

Thank you for inviting us in for the whole day. I really enjoyed watching. Loved the sunrise photo, especially.

[@diamondvortexlego]

I want to have a farm but I don’t know what job i will do.

[@mircat28]

If your a farmer you do all the jobs. If your talking primary money making job to afford the farm ask you advisor at school. They have tests you can take that show where interests lie.

[@rhondawolfgangbelluscio2548]

New subbie from Pa. Many years ago while living in Virginia, I had 3 ducks and 2 German Grey Toulose. My male goose wouldn't have anything to do with the female because he had "fallen in love" with one of my ducks! He would help raise her ducklings! They are all deceased now, but I remember them with much love. I also had 2 Rhode Island Red hens and a huge tom turkey. They were pets. When I moved back to PA, they came with me. My brother has a small farm and I had to house them with him until I found my own place. Love your channel! Brings back so many good memories.....thank you!! ❤️🦆🐔🦃🐓❤️ 💞🐈💞🐕💞

[@dnaeripersonal]

"I have to start my work commute." -walks down the hall- xD Love it, hahaha!

[@megmarie8819]

This is some 10/10 wholesome content.

[@nicolekhairullah3322]

You definitely have a FULL life! I love the layout of your farm~ it's so neat, kind of like an hourglass shape.⏳ And Toby dog's bank robber cowboy, makes him more adorable than ever~ cracked me up when he was running🤣🤣🤣 Love your channel, thanks for sharing your life❣

[@araceliedwards9323]

The cowboy on Toby is too cute! It was very funny to watch and brought a smile to my face, thank you!

[@jameswilkinson4411]

Good fortune to you , your wife and Toby. I very much enjoy your UTube chats. Jim W..

[@cm.4828]

Good video today! I enjoyed seeing your wife! As usual you got interesting content which makes it fun to watch. Thanks

[@awkwardbro]

When he said, "Mhmm" at the dinner table...I felt that

[@shelliebrowning960]

I live in Idaho which is mainly industrial EVERYTHING including Farming. Lots of tractors, semis and other big farming equipment kicking up dirt tracking dirt and mud everywhere. Plains spraying constantly. You name it . Industrializing is not what they make it out to be. Some farmers will ever dump their chemicals in the local water ways , as it is a convenience for them. This is where their system becomes a bit so great thing for people, animals and the environment. If farmers would go back to your way of farming , we would have a much healthier, safer environment for all life. I think what you are doing is a great thing and I really hope people do more of it. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing them 😊

[@donmacdonald7758]

When I saw you making that salad I thought, I ve never seen you in a vegetable garden. Does that farm have one?

[@terywetherlow5980]

What joy this channel brings to me.....thanks for all you do. Tee in N.M.

[@jessiebrawler]

wow, that hurt man! that hurt ! " yeah, and i'll do it again too !!!" that goose is a savage

[@jz613]

Just stumbled on your channel. Thanks for making these videos, very cool to see your farming experience, something I frankly have never experienced before watching your videos. Majors props for how hard you work man.

[@joeclayton4914]

The geese: “I think I will cause problems on purpose”

[@gwenmilam3774]

I don’t think you talk too much on your videos; in fact, you talking in your videos and explaining things is what made me subscribe. I am a new subscriber because one of your videos came up on my KZbin feed. I watched a couple of videos before I subscribed and then I was hooked. I like you and your wife and your farm. I live in south eastern Indiana and I grew up on a small farm with just about every kind of animal and a big garden and fruit trees and beehives. We had ducks among various other fowl but no geese. I will enjoy getting to know you. Love, Gwen

[@bencrompton525]

if they geese attack you again push down on their backs just enough to make them lay down but not so much to hurt them do this every time they attack you and they will learn to respect you, its worked for me with ducks and geese

[@kirikofukuyama8461]

Same thing goes for shamos,Japanese fighting cocks,when they grow up they want to see if they can become the boss...but if you show him who is the real boss some even protect you like a bodyguard...man are they adorable and cool....

[@stephenriley9084]

Morgan, It's always a joy to share your luck! The two of you have made it yourselves. Your refreshing, straightforward outlook gives me a boost. Farm on! Regards Stephen.

[@GoldShawFarm]

Wow, thank you!

[@peacemaster8117]

This man's living the life that Stardew Valley players only dream of.

[@hadlee189]

Your channel is awesome Morgan, we all enjoy, & love the farm, the animals, Toby Dog, you, & Allison.

[@mongolianmapping]

Every Gold Shaw Farm video deserve a thumbs up! :)

[@GoldShawFarm]

Wow, thanks!

[@mongolianmapping]

No problem! :) I will always support your vids!

[@elfinartist4961]

Wow!!! I'm so impressed with how the ponds looking!!!!! Gorgeous

[@veronicaevans7723]

Time to write some children’s books with your animals as the characters!

[@radiclelife]

That’s a great idea! Would be super cute

[@passion777able]

"RELEASE the Quacken!" ... I LOVE it! Don't stop. I love the way you greet all your animals. If I had them and handled them like you, I'd turn vegetarian. I could NOT BEAR to greet Millie in the morning coming out of her pen and then seeing her in my fricassee..... Murderer!!!!

[@cryptomillionnaire135]

music too loud at 10:00 , just a reminder for next time lol

[@bestoddisee]

Your days are huge. Well done for living your life to the max. I look forward to finding videos I’ve missed and the new ones coming up. Love watching your world over your shoulder. Tell TobyDog my three rascals send a Howdy from Kansas, the state everyone flies over.

[@ThaumaturgistGuard]

About the mouse problem, you can consult fellow youtuber Shawn Woods which trap to get to be as effective as possible. Not only the cats, but the chickens and the geese would love to eat some mice snack, hah.

[@Zaza-zg6kw]

OMG!!!! Your spirit and Just...Pure Joy you Genuinely have makes my day! Watching Toby run with the cowboy/Toy on his back..Was Absolutely Adorable💕Thank you for sharing your Homestead with us!

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thank you!

[@plankface]

The three day beard bandit and his bag of gold made my belly laugh. 🤣😂🤣😂

[@LmaoMoni]

Toby pawing at the gate has made my week

[@builtontherockhomestead9390]

Getting close to my broody goose is scarry enough. I keep my distance.

[@coltonschroeder2092]

Morgan, bless your sweet heart and also bless the loving heart of your wife. I cannot commend or thank Alison enough (hope I spelled that correctly). I believe that in the past, the medical personnel of this country and the world have not been recognized enough for the true sacrifice that they make on the behalf of every other person. You sir have yourself an honest to God angel and it brings me such hope and joy to see the two of you together. Cheers to many many more years of happiness and success!!

[@PtolemyXVII]

What gorgeous scenery! Animals can actually understand when you talk to them. Perhaps next time, you might try asking the male goose for permission before entering and saying hello first and asking them how they are. Might make a difference. And please don't wring the goose's neck, they're very sensitive creatures!

[@judip3660]

I just love watching you and the Geese and Ducks. Poor Toby dog with that cowboy riding his back LOL Always look forward to the next Vlog Morgan.

[@MrDodgerdodson]

I just found this channel -and I love it. I've binged about 30 hours in the last 2 weeks. You're great, your wife is a babe, I love your animals, and I respect what you're doing with your farm, and I love the personality and love that shines through your videos. I hope this channel takes off, I can definitely see you with 600k + subscribers. That will make your life so much easier financially - how cool would it be if you could dedicate your whole time to extending your flocks and paddocks. If you ended up with a million + subscribers you would have so many amazing opportunities to show us more of your farm life. You're doing a fab job, and the content you share is of a really high quality. i wish you all the best, and I hope your channel pops off like it deserves.

[@pbbu173]

Dear Morgan, your parting words are so impressive and meaningful. That gratitude is most important part of our lives. God bless.

[@wrenchdoozer]

26:20 - The goose has the taste for blood... I expect a horror movie spinoff with a marauding Justin at the sharp end of the goose apocalypse. That, or Morgan transforms into some sort of goose-zombie hybrid.

[@GoldShawFarm]

hahahhahaha

[@reenajones8257]

I love that gift you got for Toby in the mail I wish you would have a Mail day and show us what you get I enjoyed this video thank you hugs