Ep.10 HELP I'm BURNING OUT! - Off Grid Cabin Expansion is FACING WINTER

[@angiekennedy5654]

Hey Kevin, I can see that you are missing Don, not just for his help but because it's always easier to stay motivated and engaged with someone to talk with. The addition looks great and is exactly what will encourage your family to stay overnight more often and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Cheers

[@ardianblakaj]

Yeah working alone for a long time sucks id rather have someone there just staying with me than help me

[@sharonmilton4854]

Where is Don?

[@Cassandria1978]

@@sharonmilton4854 He sold his house and moved east

[@loissaedder2214]

Don has moved.

[@christopherlenahan3906]

@@sharonmilton4854 Don retired to PEI

[@BooneeXCdad]

Don withdrawal. He brought a special quiet energy that probably buffered the burnout. As you are in the midst of the this or any build, take a moment to realize how many look forward to a few minutes with your activities and humor on a Saturday morning. With the #$%$$# going down in the world, you bring an important diversion.

[@staceyvegamarkum4071]

Agreed

[@brendabinau1187]

Kev! You are so knowledgeable and talented!! Just hang in there! We will be there for you!!

[@sueyates3555]

Thanks for another great Saturday video, Kevin. I sure hope even when it’s cold that the sun continually comes out so it keeps you a little bit warmer. Take care.

[@OldManSmith712]

I'm happy to watch you meander and dink about just as much as i enjoy watching your usual build content. Stay positive, you certainly help keep a many of the rest of us feeling that way.

[@cindyfinn4845]

Good morning Kevin, we are here to lift you up when you need encouragement, and watching you problem solve is always a good lesson and I feel like you early in the morning but I keep saying everyday its a marathon not a sprint , your journey is getting the stove installed so you have a warm structure to finish. You will feel accomplished and have better energy, I always enjoy your banter and problem solving.

[@jaymeswheeler]

I miss Don I love you, Kevin. Thank you. This is the slog before things really start coming together. Keep your chin up. Hopefully it stays dry and warm enough that things don't slow any further Just think of the warm winter view and hot shower Mahalo

[@nightowl760]

Well that's the only insulation installation that actually adds rigidity that I've ever seen

[@donaldmarshall7894]

I remember those Handy Andy tool sets. I had one as a child. I almost cut one of my fingers off with the saw. Most of the toys back then came coated with lead based paint, sharp points and razor sharp edges. My favorite toys were the kind that had small parts that could be easily removed and swallowed. My brother and I used to remove the rubber suction cups from our dart guns and try to shoot each other in the head, that is until our mother took them away from us and beat the hell out of us for being so careless. Those were the good old days. Those kinds of toys would never be allowed these days. Love your show. I'm looking forward to seeing your finished man cave. Stay safe my friend and if you need a break, take one. We're not going anywhere.

[@ModernSelfReliance]

Ah childhood memories..

[@MommaM-D]

Cleaning and getting things in order is a lot of work. I think you're not really burnt out, you're just missing your friend. Thank you for your videos 🤩

[@annewendt8434]

Such a clever use of those recycled garage doors. I just love the sustainability and all the stuff you keep out of landfills. The garage door absolutely works as a metal roof. Genius! Salvaging the window panels, and the way it perfectly worked out size wise - you should be very satisfied!

[@shooterjohn7163]

Kevin, great content. I came here for the crusher and stayed for the builds. Don’t burn yourself out we’ll be here. The window is pure Kevin built.

[@Jim-b4t]

Love your style! Reusing the garage panels is brilliant. This is why you are so inspiring!

[@dyannejohnson6184]

Hello Kevin over the years , I have deeply enjoyed watching you….Kevin I honor your unique gift of heart to challenge unusual builds…Sometimes it makes a person feel like an outsider…I have faced this in like manner over the years……IDEA people are the hearts blood of innovation….look back in history-Kevin just look at the ridicule the Wright brother received!! Until they flew the plane…I see you as one of those kind of people….I’m 80…I never blew my horn but there are things out there that I had a big hand in….i’m watching you because I see this nature in you…KEEP UP THE WONDERFUL idea’s you develope…FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT is famous for going outside the box with his building and furniture design…I absolutely loved his work just as I love your work, explanations, and builds -making them work

[@Anubus137]

Hang in there Kev! It’s looking great.!Love watching your thought process and all the things you creat and build!

[@area51ray]

Great job as always Kevin. I feel you as far as feeling like you’re working all day and getting nothing done. It’s a big transition to go from having a helper to doing things alone. Projects are going to take longer, but remember prep and cleaning have just as much importance in the work space. Don’t shy away from showing those aspects of the build pal, its all useful content to us viewers. Thank you for continuing to bring us along on your work projects, I look forward to every episode!

[@chandrasutton4669]

I hope you are going to be ok!!!😊🎉❤ I love your work, and I try to watch each video, like and comment, so KZbin will push your videos!!! 😊😅😂 I'm praying for you and your family!!! 🙏 🙏 🙏 God bless you, my friend!!!😊😊😊

[@PearlClarke]

Thanks Kevin for being a distraction from world events ❤

[@TheStephencraig01]

I am impressed how much progress you made in a day. Great video. Full stop

[@jvan6360]

Hi Kevin, love watching your builds, enjoy when wife n daughter appear. I am sure you are lonely in your work, its always much more tolerable when you have help. You need someone who can fill in for Don, now that he has moved. I am sure some folks enjoy all the technical "how to"'s, I just enjoy watching it come together. I lilke your sense of humor, enjoy just watching what you do, not looking for heavy instruction, but do feel like I learn useful things. I will watch without major construction and long videos, even if I enjoy those too. Super interesting howbyou scavage and use things others would trash. Hang in there Kevin!

[@yvonnelucas-cessna4458]

I'm sorry you're burning out, but remember, you are greatly appreciated by most of us viewers. I totally love your channel and how you love thinking out of the box on so many ideas. Hopefully you will overcome this soon, and know that twill be praying for you. The goid thing about the seasons of our lives is that they don't stick around and then we get better. I think you're doing a great job. Hang in there.

[@artysciencegal2521]

We all have those times when we are just tired of a project, feel our energy sputtering and need a break but the pressure of an immovable deadline like winter makes you worry that a break is a luxury you can't afford. But especially when working on your own, you need to take care of yourself. In the long run, it will get done and you'll still feel like a human being at the end of it. Always look forward to your videos 🙂

[@kjewell91]

Stay motivated Kevin. You’ve got this! We’re blessed to have you here providing content for us. Thank you. 🙏

[@user-op2ul4wq1m]

Hey Kevin have your friends over and have an outside cook-out . Just have fun at your wonderful builds and enjoy!

[@feckjr]

Kevin nice job on the window frame man looks good! The Pond is looking really good, you guys did a great job on it! I agree with you on the Handy Andy sets. Make them real, no plastic. I had a Sears tool set as a kid loved it. Still have the 4 in 1 screwdriver key chain have used it a lot. 55 years old. Sorry I digress there. Good job on using the tractor to get the window in man! The cabin is looking good man doing a really good job Kevin! Looking forward to your next one. Take care.

[@fishinghole333]

If you're burning out, just staple some tarps over everything and take a break for the winter. You could just make a lot of KZbin videos with you talking about life and maybe writing songs about Canada. You could also do cooking videos exclusively about bacon, like ten videos in a series, then do live streams discussing the difference in bacon and Canadian bacon. 😊 I'd watch it.

[@we02]

Absolutely love all you do! But take care of you first. We will always be here. You are such a delight and I learn so much on here. Please don’t quit though. Love to see what you’re up to next. It is very impressive with all the things you have “created“, “invented“, “built” on here. Your humor is genius and you are mindful of others. All the best to you and your family.❤

[@donnieharpiii908]

Awesome use of "one mans' trash". In my (and probably many others) opinion.... You're build is goin GREAT!! I absolutely respect you for your wisdom n and use of the materials you recycle.. Those Diablo Blades are AMAZING. I got me one right after Your 1st use of it. Great product review too. Your "Cool tool" segments are really good as well..

[@carlBigSpoonjohnson]

Enjoying the progress Kevin! Hope you’re able to get the stove installed soon so y’all can enjoy the heat while you’re trimming the tree 🌲 and the interior as needed 😮 Dude you’re still a beast!😂 oh now you just need to find a not really Don to help out occasionally.

[@wanderlore8875]

Love that phrase "Better to be looking at it than looking for it"

[@KatherineWilliams-y4z]

I usually say " better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it."

[@dharmaslife]

We love your time off footage too ❤ It’s okay to take breaks, and you’re not obligated to bring us along ❤

[@hunterwelch3358]

your doing so good all alone. IT SURE ISN'T the same without Don to help you, i know your working way to hard for one guy with all the heavy lifting that needs doing.

[@dharmaslife]

We love your time off footage too ❤

[@selfretired3025]

You have the best tools and solutions.

[@crock1055]

I am sorry you are feeling burnout. I enjoy your channel. I have learned a lot. It sucks that Don is gone, but I think you will find a new buddy.

[@hudsey78]

Hey Kevin, I've been putting on a different playlist for your builds at night. I can't say if they have been playing all the way thru since I'm sleeping, but I imagine they should be.

[@zara-ly2927]

Kevin, you need another side kick. You can see that you are missing Don. It’s gotta be tough after having him there so much since you started this channel. I hope you get to see him every now and then. Nice job also on the cabin. Cant wait to see the finalality of it but I’m enjoying watching the process. Cheer up 😊

[@FunfindersX]

Cheers 🎉 Your doing amazing buddy I completely enjoy your channel 😊

[@greenbankreptiles]

Garage doors could save the world, in the right hands!

[@Iliketochopwood]

As a kid my dad bought me a handy andy tool kit at a garage sale we were at that looked brand new. I didn't realize it at the time that it was as old as it was until I googled it just now when you said it but on the way home from the garage sale we saw a dead buck on the side of the road that was pretty mangled from a truck hit. My dad pulled over took the hand saw out of the kit and cut off the antlers. We took the antlers home and put them in a bucket of bleach water for 2 days then took it out and that was the best back scratcher I have ever used in my life haha. I forgot all about my handy andy kit until just now. I still have a few of the tools from it in my workbench that was built by my granddad for my dad when he was little.

[@robertiliffe5343]

Ha ha love it !! Tetnis built in!!

[@ianhollands8389]

Good improvement shortening your vids a bit makes them more watchable to a wider audience that tend to have a shorter attention span. The time lapse building are highlights. Keep it up!💪🍁🙏👍🤟

[@johnburnett1448]

I got a kit similar to Andy's as a child and the saw that came with it I took the top out of my grandma's magnolia tree. I got in a lot of trouble for that one. 😂😂😂

[@24CiViC]

The hot tub on the deck would be nice…I think. It is hard to get motivated sometimes, if you had some help (companionship), that would probably help to get you through, when it’s hard to get going. I generally like to work alone, but I have to admit that projects are more fun when I have some help - even if it’s just to chat while working.

[@BrianPuckett-e4m]

Burn out is true. All your normal bantering before starting a video we love. We love your videos also we see when you're overwhelmed feeling down. Your not alone we your followers feel it at times too keep being 12 y/o Kevin we all love. Thank you for being you

[@Bade4111]

Türkiye den sevgiler, videolarınızı çok seviyoruz🤗

[@gewing61]

Damn fine job!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@IngeniousOutdoors]

He just keeps adding to it and adding to it. I hope this channel doesn't devolve into "let's build the backwoods Winchester Mansion" and by the time he passes away theres like 50 bathrooms and 150 rooms and 9 floors tall in some areas and an elevated pool with a waterslide that leads to a pool below that and if you're in the air flying over, all you see is just this big maze of roofs meandering through the forest as far as the eye can see in every direction lol

[@T.hunstiger]

Kevin, you know, I think people would listen to you talk about how you build stuff. How to, tips and tricks etc. you’re a professional. You’ve got lots of skills and knowledge to pass along. I can’t be the only one who would listen to you talk about stuff. That would give you a break from building projects. You’re great at what you do. Your content is always inspiring, educational and entertaining. Take care.

[@christopherbeston4473]

I agree very knowledgeable love all his content tips and tricks podcast or do's and don'ts of some sort any how I would definitely watch

[@ModernSelfReliance]

Maybe I'll look into that after I get the stove in... It's getting Cold! Lol

[@66bigbuds]

People learn better when shown actual application. Wich is what the show has always been.

[@66bigbuds]

Only women like to listen to talking.

[@christopherbeston4473]

@@66bigbuds not to judge anyone but sounds kinda sexist but yeah keep up the great work Kevin love the channel bud

[@fauxmetaljacket3268]

Don't get burned out yet, you built so many buildings on your property, I'm waiting for the day when there's so many you have to build between them to connect them for your 4 acre mansion video. 😂🤣

[@starderrick4508]

Same here. I am inspired to build some small projects on my own land. Maybe a little ewok village?😊

[@MiscMitz]

Full stop.

[@davidperigo2393]

Kevin this video was one of your better videos,

[@donnavickery9623]

Kevin- you are so smart !!!! Cutting down that garage door to make two windows was genius!!!!

[@acdeldel2201]

I have been watching you for a couple of years, love your creativity and enthusiasm. Don has gone his way which the two of you were very entertaining. Is there not anybody in your extended family or some young person that has the same creativity as you to help out?? Help a young one with your expertise, show them and go forward. Do not give up, you have almost 390 K subscribers including me, love you. You have your unique style but in the end, I get you, energy, body, enthusiasm, gets beat down as one ages. It's up to you but I have always really enjoyed your unique style. :) And for peak sake, we know you mill your wood, so cut down the trees and get a proper path to your area of living.

[@susanadams-wauro6716]

The bathroom is coming along. Love that big window! Well done. Don't give up, but pace yourself. The loss of Don is big and obviously he is missed. Cheers from somewhere in Ontario 🫶🫶

[@Jimmy-ex2ep]

Thank you Kevin. You connect with many, go at the speed you want to. ✌

[@davesmith7976]

I would watch hem just chilling with family and friends or doing chores and even basic carpentry and tool use tutorials. Maybe he can even make basic furniture with some of the excess scrap he has left over from his builds.

[@KaWouter_]

Hey Kevin, just so you know, I've been watching your videos since you started this channel. I was in a bad place then, but your videos always kept me company and helped holding on. I'll never be such a talented handyman like yourself, but I love the outdoors as much as you do. For you it seems like your talking to a lens, but for me it's like you're talking to me and giving me advice. I appreciate your hard work. Take your time, everything you do is a step forward even if it doesn't always feel like that. You're the canadian maple syrup on my belgian waffle. Cheers from across the pacific

[@robertblake4533]

We actually like when you stop for lunch and cook like others have said you don’t have the video everything you’re doing we just appreciate your videos

[@todd_milligan]

I had the Handy Andy toolkit growing up. I wonder if it is still at my parents? I may have to check. It was pretty useful and the tools were of great quality if I remember right. I was always using the saw and the hammer and chisel.

[@taurota1554]

Thanks for sharing and taking us along.

[@ronaldcline1235]

I like the bathroom.

[@tomfl58]

I had a Handy Tool Box

[@frankensteinracing3520]

We all get a bit of burn out mate. Especially when you have had an offsider for several years and they move on to new things. You do what’s best for you and your family. If a short break is what you need it’s the internet we will still be here when you get back

[@jaykay9460]

Always enjoying your content Kevin keep it up. And don't use those papers straws the glue that they used to pull them together causes brain damage.

[@suecoatham5168]

Love the way you create with recycled materials.

[@PaulStaples-h2f]

Hi Kevin, you are amazing. Such a skillfull worker you inspire me so much, Thank you and have a relaxing coffee for me.

[@staceyvegamarkum4071]

Hey neighbor, I miss Don too. You've done a good job of getting tools that make Don's past jobs easier on you in order to do it all yourself. You'll get used to it eventually. The bathroom is looking good, so nice job on getting it closed in. I was worried when you were putting the window in, but you did it, and it looks great! Keep your chin up. Winter is coming and with it hockey!

[@ModernSelfReliance]

Thanks Stacey!

[@jasonjohnson6344]

Buttoning up the build and hanging with your brother a few days doing his outdoorsy stuff might recharge your perspective. Coming back to visit the cabin, just for a walk-around and to assess what you’ve accomplished so far and appreciating the overall creativity and use of repurposed materials and the natural materials you processed through every step. I’m in my 70’s, a retired builder and I have marveled at your creativity and productivity. Stepping away for a brief change of pace, to focus on something totally unrelated, with someone you’re closely connected to…bro, you deserve it and so do THEY! We’re gonna click on, if only to see you dangling your feet in the fish pond and talking about your ideas. Your thinking out loud while you work, talking to your viewers…part of why you have the subs you do. Chill bro, have a beer and drown some worms.

[@ModernSelfReliance]

I laughed out loud at drowning some worms. Yes the walk around certainly helps the perspective of progress. Just picking up scraps after a job done certainly helps. Thanks for watching!

[@CharlesBundy-z9n]

Winter is coming!

[@richardbrooks3569]

I just looked it up. Handy Andy kits went from $45-$950.

[@adamford8708]

I had one of those Handy Andy tool kits growing up. I’ve still got some of the tools in a box of childhood mementos. I’m feeling old.

[@lauriewind6366]

Yes Kevin, there are such days and it seems they are more than ever....things are heavy these day and weighing on us, even if we don't realize it. Take a rest - back to the couch as we say - or have some fun with friends and family, our feelings are quite telling, if we are listening to them. I love your ingenious ideas to make wonderful things, always thinking outside the box and using old materials. If you have to push yourself along, only to bring some videos its not the best way to treat yourself - and I see you want to get the building winter ready. Please have some leisure time too.

[@donnavickery9623]

Everything looks great !!!!

[@catherinel.lavoie950]

You give me sooooo much great information and ideas for my own cabin in the woods. Love you and your humour Kevin! Keep up the good up cycling!❤

[@airrazzer1]

i enjoy your videos. keep smile'n Kev.

[@jamesireland9188]

Always enjoy your content never disappointed really like how you repurpose materials and make what you do. Have a good day and stay safe Jimmy from North Attleboro Massachusetts.

[@dmtnw4480]

When I was having my house built, I asked for 3 logs to go across my living room/ kitchen. They got carried away putting up the roof and side and when I came home from work and didn't see them I asked where they were and they just looked at each other; now I have a door that opens to the outside but you'd need a ladder to get out

[@christopherlenahan3906]

Awesome fit on the bathroom window! The steel on top of the Aluminum panels doesn't offer much other than Puncture protection from falling objects. I'll leave it to you to decide if that's needed. I love a 3 foot grip-extender tool for picking up hundreds of small items off the ground. Really cuts fatigue of cleaning up. Cheap on the Jungle-site. Hey maybe once you make it on youtube you could fly Don up for a maple boil!!

[@pk-relaxandenjoy.6545]

Hi Kevin. I love watching your builds. Good, bad, the struggles and the triumphs. I stumbled across your channel when you and your brother were first building the cabin. My favorite build is your sawmill, believe it or not. When you enclosed the "office"/coffee drinking room, the floor you installed really caught my attention. Im going back and re-watching the evolution of your builds. ❤ I know you miss Don, we do too! The bathroom addition might need a closet/dressing area.. I mean, while you're adding on... haha. But winter cometh and soon the cabin addition will be ready for inside shenanigans. Can't wait to see. Keep going, we're with you!

[@ModernSelfReliance]

That sawmill shed is one of my favorite places too.

[@cyndicampbell2422]

U Do awesome work and have Great Designs and interesting views. Thank U so much for presentingt these projects for people to learn by.

[@jakepannabecker877]

the amount of freebie kevin has is insane well done

[@gloriacoffey4651]

Enjoyed the video 😊

[@johnwynne902]

Suggestion...Move the door opening to the bathroom to the left (if you are outside in the back of the cabin). That way you can have your kitchen cabinets along the whole back wall. You need a depth of 26 inches for base cabinets.

[@ModernSelfReliance]

Yes sir, that is the plan... Well the second plan... ;-)

[@kellykathrens2817]

I got a Handy Andy tool kit for Christmas in 1958.Built my first bird house with it.

[@bakerfx4968]

I believe those cerament blades don’t use a carbide tip, they use ceramic and a cement, hence the name. That’s why they cut so well and last so long. They also leave the metal relatively cold compared to other blades

[@whiteboi1856]

The cabin is looking awesome kevin👍

[@saner6888]

🗣️🔊Just out in time for Christmas get your little builder “HANDY KEVIN BUILDS TOOL KIT” real tools for real kids😄( made in Canada the place nice people call home🇨🇦) Go for it Kevin👍🏼

[@MichaelUren-u7h]

I really like your garage door bathroom.

[@paulsavage33]

it would be a amazing experience working with you on your creative projects.

[@teresajames5993]

Kevin we can see how much you miss Don!! I’ve never seen you stall so much at starting a days work with an ongoing project. Maybe you should see if Don2 ( your dad) 😂😂 can come and give you a hand 😂😂😂😂 great fun like always. You’ll get there buddy ❤❤

[@ModernSelfReliance]

I ask him all the time.. lol

[@drakcon650]

Yes I had one handy Andy tool kit

[@comedianmattrossey]

Hey Tatu, (Yes I caught that reference) Uphill or downhill progress is progress. Hot tub on the deck is a good idea. Makes it more usable with comfort year round. BBQ Pitt on the deck would make sense to. Watching the sun on the side of the house, looks like you made good time putting up the garage siding (about 3 hours?). You definitely need a new assistant, not a replacement for Don, he's not replacable. The washroom sounds like an unfinished washroom. "Urmmm, that adds up to...ALOT!" True Kevin catchphrase. I like the window. Great natural light for the bathroom. Its looking great Tatu. That Kevin guy was really holding you back. Now you can get more sh#* done😉😜 Matt-Toronto

[@russellwatters5891]

You sound extremely down Kevin. You're right, you need a branch manager...😂 You're mind activity always impresses me, making something out of little to nothing. Burn out is a real thing, especially with intelligence. Take a break. Enjoy your family. Come to Florida now that Milton has left us..😅 Don't stop doing what you love though, creating. Love what you're doing 😊

[@patrickheavirland3599]

Good morning from Minnesota USA! You need to get Holdon out there to be your second set of hands. And he'll learn some life skills along the way!

[@chrishartman3172]

You have to do an annual live stream with Dom... We are missing him 2 brother!!!

[@monicaagee2716]

I feel the stress of winter coming, trying to finish the greenhouse, had to pause to build another chicken coop and run because the family wound up with two roosters and they love them both so we are having to split the roosters and hens into 2 groups😂. My brother got tool kit when I was a kid and he cut up or took apart my toys so he could build something new.

[@thelmab.1516]

Great video this week. You make the art of repurposing look so easy in your cabin construction. Have you ever figured out just how much money you have saved in building your cabin by using repurposed materials? I bet it's a substantial amount. I can't wait to see the progress on the bathroom addition in the next video. Take care and stay warm...

[@dharmaslife]

WE see it!

[@kingrafa3938]

Another great video Kevin!