How We Left the City and Bought a Farm

[@elisha7231]

As a random 20 year old who stumbled upon this channel randomly, its just a relaxing experience. Whenever there's a video, i watch it in the morning sipping on my coffee, its therapeutic. Its kinda relatable to playing animal crossing or stardew. Just slowly watching somthing grow and improve over time. Thank you for letting us look into your life on the farm. I never knew its somthing i wanted

[@ishasingh9793]

Me tooo:D I'm literally only 12 but im beggining my parents to buy me a farmXD

[@mkarthick1512]

I was just having coffee too in the morning when watching the video 😅.. But I am 30 😑

[@intheendshewillknowiwasntb5841]

7:50 am and watching

[@aikofujita2420]

Having coffee at 5:30 pm after dinner in Okinawa Japan. (Fascinated and a little envious. But, hubby would never do farming as he grew up on a rice farm and escaped when he was 18 to Tokyo.) So, I’ll have to live vicariously.

[@ladymargaret6186]

Same here pal

[@RobNeyhard]

It makes me so happy to see you and your wife make your dream come true.

[@cuddlejuice]

Thanks

[@halfcenturyfarm607]

Yes❤💯

[@junglistbuddha]

A real life Stardew Valley

[@bertingyu7973]

I c

[@flacadiabla3193]

It's great to see the turn, instead of men always making a woman's dream come true. Although in this case, they both seem to have worked for this dream that was theirs.

[@julianielsen1885]

I’m a semi-retired RN, do some sub school nursing just want to congratulate you on your great plan to get your Nurse Practitioner. Rural areas are underserved, so I just wanted to thank you, Allison, for your service.

[@ivansaric4752]

Can GP from Europe come to work in North Vermont in some rural area? 😇

[@kc4941]

Love the pep talk to the drake leaving the homestead! Just like sending him off to college.

[@mauriciohernandez1944]

When you said the fencing was founded by the youtube views somehow I felt part of something important for someone's life. It's a good feeling.

[@verianggriawan3760]

From indonesia

[@kageoashj2912]

Lol alright I’m bout to like this video and comment

[@luzsolis6893]

Me too! 😍

[@garethjax]

6:44: i've just noticed that there are more than 500 miles between Washington and Peacham, you guys are frigging warriors!

[@abigailbrettxneider2514]

BUT I WOULD WALK 5..........trails off into silent headbanging

[@FrontPlayer01]

Me 2 cannot believe of driving it every weekend

[@meilaniwenska664]

Livin' the dream, duck poop on face and all! Seriously, love how you guys have been so smart about money and strategy, AND how you much you're sharing here.

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

❤️❤️❤️

[@midhaeshaal9552]

Hi How are you

[@accordionchick]

Gold Shaw Farm is my NUMBER ONE favorite channel to watch. You are articulate, intelligent, entertaining and thought provoking and REALLLY professional in your video production and always the perfect music for the perfect scene. So happy for you and your wife that you made your decisions early enough in your life. A successful farm (even a little one) takes time. Your property looks gigantic compared to our little 12 acres, but you are young and have many productive years ahead of you. Our move from city life to farm life came when we turned 60 (we are 68 now) so our plans and dreams move along at a slower pace, but for those thinking along those lines.... don’t let age stop you!!! We love you guys. BEST Channel ever!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@minigolfkid]

I wish my great-grandparents and their generation could see this video. they were homesteaders and would completely understand - and would have great advice.

[@itsbreellis]

Just found your channel! Excited to join on the journey! Your land is BEAUTIFUL!

[@LOSTinTime6]

I really appreciate the specificity you used in this video. I have seen many videos from people describing how they quit their jobs to start their dream life but all they say is that it was hard but worth it and never seem to give many details. I like that you explained not only the many intermediary steps you took to get to where you are now but also what that looked like in terms of time, money, and emotional toll. Love your videos and I wish you continued success with your farm!

[@ishasingh9793]

I love that you guys are safe and enjoying.

[@senecanero3874]

the thumbnail looks like one of these old timey fotos of farmers families from the 1890s

[@kc4941]

I noticed that too! That famous painting you just needed the pitchfork.

[@ezrahn]

it's called "american gothic"

[@DvLnDsGyZ]

@@ezrahn I was just thinking that!

[@elliotness422]

My first thought was of "Green Acres" the old TV show, Eddie Albert & Eva Gabor I loved that show almost as much as I do Gold Shaw farm and specially Toby.

[@denis_da_menace]

I think that was the goal. 😉😀👍🏻

[@TheChefDWC]

This is like a real life "Green Acres". I still remember the opening lyrics of that old sitcom: " Green Acres is the place to be, Farm liv'n is the life for me, Land spread'n out so far and wide, Keep Manhattan just give me that countryside." Good for both of you!

[@Talula-Darling]

David Chin Awesome! 💕

[@daisymayboyle7822]

Now all they need is a pig!

[@nitcat1]

@@daisymayboyle7822 But there will only ever be one Arnold Ziffle!

[@MirandaLey]

I love a good origin story. "This is how I became Duckman." As someone who comes from generations of farmers with uncles and cousins who still farm (even though my immediate family is more urban based), your story has been a great inspiration to me and my husband. I think what you are doing is great; he sees someone who isn't all that different than himself (every little video clip you insert makes him say "my kind of people".) Here you are doing something I've always wanted to do, but you've given him more confidence that he can come along for the journey and be a positive asset. Thank you for documenting your story and sharing it with all of us who are making our own exodus plans. It helps to see someone on the "other side."

[@barbmckillop5162]

I am a 79 yr senior live on Vancouver Island, Canada. I found your video when I was surfing. I am throughly enjoying your story telling not to mention the love you have for animals. You can tell you love all your pets and they love you equally. I think I have watched all your videos and some of them twice. Thank you Morgan for all the time/work you do publishing these videos. Tnx again 🫶

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Keep striving toward that dream, we’re trying to accomplish that same dream of starting a small scale farm but with twist... we’re turning it into an operating small farm and a farm stay vacation rental. I love your guys story, it’s so reflective of our story also. Keep it up. This is an amazing episode to keep your story fresh and new viewers to follow along. Love it.

[@mr.b6374]

Hidden Spring Farm ok I took the bait! Subd🤓😉

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Mr. B Right On!

[@TheRidiculousRescue]

My partner and I have been considering the same thing! Adding a campground to our farm! Great minds 😉

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Crissie it makes sense to diversify... more revenue streams. I’m new to farming but I’m loving it so far. Our property has so much potential too...I was also thinking an amazing legit 4 season treehouse up on the hill in the woods overlooking the property, but that’s a bit in the future :)

[@djonpow]

I too want to see how our Canuckian Couple does with a Stay At Farm...cool idea! Like Mr. B.... I also subbed!...see you in the comment section of your channel!

[@preyanshpatel9193]

Exactly my dream. Glad to see you guys live your dream. Lots of love from India 🇮🇳

[@tas22222]

Awe Toby how amazing is he that he doesnt eat them. just carries them gently in his mouth ! What a wonderful dream come true for you two !! Keep up the good work also Bravo to Alison

[@ilonachanson]

Your videos are the perfect antidote for these dystopian times. Thank you.

[@pidgelord9445]

An emotionally sustainable farm is a great goal. Grew up on a medium size dairy farm and my dad was so stressed all the time it was not healthy. Good on you for having that as a core principle :)

[@LisaMarie-rh5yn]

The way you methodically planned your city exit & farm dream, and the degree to which you were able to delay satisfaction in favor of the long-term pay-off (Allison going back to school, Allison finishing school in VT, keeping your job & driving, paying cash for the farm(!), etc., etc., you're just TOTALY an inspiration! KZbin is also perfect for you because you're a brilliant storyteller & I freaking DIG IT!!!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

This video is one of my favorite. So nice to see how sweet you and Allison are together. Also, people will drive long distances and pay premium prices for organic fed birds. You're on the right path. Hey, get more Silkies. I have a giggle watching those cuties hop out of their coop.🙂

[@SH-vm1rz]

Woooow amazing ...just to leave the comfort zone is difficult but also to leave the city and a good job and start to learn and invest a different life is amazing...lots of luck so proud of u 2

[@briewhit1312]

Takes a hell of a lot of dedication to start an entire farm, love the contest and best of luck, from south carolina

[@wooffinesse]

Im glad that I found another nice channel to watch. Living on the farm is the best thing to do in life, because by being self-sufficient you would never worry about collapsing economy or hunger

[@donnakoval4769]

Are u happier having left the concrete jungle?? I was born in the rural Pennsylvania and then lived in several different places but I’m back in the country n happier than ever.

[@thomaskrutulis2289]

I’m from eastern pa originally, Lehigh Valley. How bout you?

[@maddimaudra7584]

I'm from right outside of Philly, but Lancaster is the dream for me (:

[@joycejohnson7640]

Love your videos. I hope Allison stays safe. She is so pretty when she smiles.

[@Ce_Kateur]

You and your wife's story is fascinating! If you didn't tell us you used to be a city dweller, i would have thought you were a long experienced farmer. I love what you post on youtube. It's refreshing and it kinda recalls me from when i lived in the country. Keep up the good stuff! Greetings from France! (sorry if my english isn't 100% accurate)

[@Plzunitewtruth2]

Special people scatter seeds of kindness where ever they go. You both are just that. I truly enjoy your channel thankyou

[@SaoriTsujimoto]

Damn. My husband and I are doing the same. Selling our apartment in NYC and starting a farm in CT. I used to be the breadwinner til I got laid off during the pandemic. I guess it was stupid of me to think I wouldn't need another job... Thanks for the reality check. I'm gonna run my numbers again.

[@cheongyei]

I really enjoy your vids and salute you and Allison.

[@jasperruby2003]

Loved this little recap, we are in stage 4 lockdown here, can’t leave home except for emergency and food. Your videos bring me sunshine and so much hope for the future xxx

[@LifeonPigRow]

It's good to embrace a slower life that puts you in connection with growing. We did it a decade ago and never regretted it.

[@obanoxley8591]

Yo need to show him where you put the eggs and then he will over a few weeks he will start to put them in the box on the ground

[@ginninadances]

Doooo reset!

[@ginninadances]

LOL do it! (Darn autocorrect!)

[@iKingRPG]

That would be so cool

[@ducksndogshomesteaddoggroo2706]

@Tee Twetherlow Yes, him, talking about Toby, the dog.

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

That would be awesome. 😊❤️😊

[@jamesmadisonwilliams4210]

Just watching this channel made me feel totally relaxed and happy thinking of a life away in the country and homestead.

[@selenena]

Aww. That duck pep talk at the end. So heartwarming.

[@rlyman111]

Thanks for the story. Mid life change is always challenging. Retired from three careers. Enjoyed them all. Fun to watch yours during this challenging times. Nice view of Vermont.

[@amandam228]

It makes me so happy to be apart of your life and see your farm grow. Your content is so interesting and enjoyable to watch. I also love hearing about Allison, one of my favorite videos was her showing us around her garden!

[@PNN_ParodyNewsNetwork]

This is GOLD videos you have, removes some of the big city stress to watch, good camera work, and good post-production!

[@drizzlingrose]

i love how you Created that famous farm picture in your thumbnail xD

[@t_thumpol]

It's nice to see someone who is transperent and humble Thanks for your advice

[@jaridkeen123]

Bernie doesnt put up with Penney's shit. Penny attacked her and Bernie was like "You're about to get a roundhouse to the face"

[@EmilyGloeggler7984]

We left the countryside and farm and started living in the city and we're glad we did.

[@tawneystarr]

SIlkies can be sold for breeding stock and as pets, they're so placid and easygoing so if you end up with little hatchlings, that's just an idea

[@willienolegs8928]

You have been very interesting and have a calm voice when explaining your set up. Thanks

[@jallan443]

"Da Turd" I'm glad I follow this channel. They turn my frown upside down.

[@mannymelo949]

So I just moved to college decently far away from where I grew up and your channel really gives me a little sense of familiarity when everything around me is so unfamiliar I don’t have a dorm so I have to live in my own apartment and in the past week my total lifestyle has changed. My mom and brothers are off in another state and I’ve been thrust into taking care of myself out the gate. But after cooking dinner there’s nothing more that I love then sitting down and watching what’s happening on the farm. Its a sweet reminder me of a time that’s behind me now Thanks for everything you do Mr. Gold

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

Ohhhh, I loved your comment.❤️😊❤️

[@arkonite]

Speaking from being employed in the northern ireland part of the nhs, wise bloody moove Alison! Hugs from another hcp xx

[@laiswildclancy]

I love everything about Gold Shaw Farm.

[@rainbowdemon5033]

I started watching this channel because it helps with my anxiety, so I kinda relate to the scaredy ducklings lol

[@maureen8930]

Morgan I totally admire the way you decided. To just go for it !! Look back now and see what a Great establish you have made !! , your wife Allison is a real go getter herself , becoming a Nurse practitioner you both have to BE so Dam proud what you together have accomplished . I Love Love your videos and you are such a decent young man 🥰 your Mother must be very proud of you too God bless 🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍💕💕💕

[@kickthecat75]

I missed year one, and a good portion of year 2, but I enjoy seeing all the forward progress as we go along. I cant wait to see the big fence project complete and round out the roster with the second dog you talked about to help Toby.

[@frankiefernandez5252]

Wow, great video. You had a plan and you stuck to it. You're an inspiration to all of us.

[@LaoSoftware]

Some jobs are not fulfilling at all. My job is high stress. My boss cracks the whip. I live in the cities with a high population. High population comes with high crime rate and traffic. I'd rather live on a farm just like you. I love animals. I love gardening.

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

I hope you get to have your farm someday ❤️😊❤️

[@paulprigge1209]

Come visit us in Northeast Missouri LOL! My daddy was City slick my mother was a country hick post World War II disabled living on a farm raising asparagus etc etc with my muscle disease

[@loulinaz3770]

Me too. Hope l can move to a Suburban area I m sick of living in the City. I m in permanent stress because of my job. My dream is to get out if the city. I grew-up in a little farm and l miss those days :(

[@featherorknot]

Absolutely love it.. and I want to say thanks. Because of your videos the wofe and I now are planning to purchase land and build out our own farm as a retirement plan.

[@Randomgamingplus]

I love the end of the video when you give the big talk to the drake. Was it the birds and bees?

[@GoldShawFarm]

Ha

[@eclop07]

When I wanted to get ducks I learned so much from your brooder videos! Thanks man and I am so happy you could accomplish your dream. Now I have 12 ducks and 6 chickens!

[@anotherrant6688]

It's great to learn some background and see someone grow from no experience to somewhat seasoned. It's encouraging to see the process. My husband now wants to raise ducks and/or geese. We live off-grid straight from the suburbs so we're going through an evolution of sorts, ourselves.

[@janetissabelle]

I found myself smiling throughout this,very charming and loveable,and the ducks.

[@Lyiad]

7:57 made me laugh so much! Tobi is such a dramatic good boye!

[@charlesbale8376]

Enjoyed my intro into your farm adventure.

[@suestoons]

I've been a F.W.I.T. [Farm Wife In Training] since 1994. We spent 14 years in the sub-Arctic and Arctic before looking to move 'down south' before Kidlet started school. Himself had purchased our farm when he was just out of high school, across the road from his Dad's farm and his Great-Grandfather's Homestead. When we miraculously got our transfers south my culture shock introduction to farm life began. Since we were both working full-time off the farm I put a kibosh on any form of livestock from the beginning. Until one of us could be here all the time I didn't want the added responsibility of animals. Himself was/is a wheat farmer. Once I became more comfortable we decided to try a small foray into chickens. We 'borrowed' a rooster and 3 hens from our sister-in-law. Chickens are brutal. We sent the survivors back home in the fall. Nope, not chickens! Kidlet wanted a horse about age 9, we did after all have a horse barn. Fine I said, but you have to do everything 'cause I'm afraid of horses. For her birthday she received a year of lessons in caring for and riding horses. She decided she'd rather make money a different way and go for the occasional ride. No horses. I started rescuing dumped cats. Our all-time high was 12, 9 outside and 3 inside. I spayed/neutered and found homes for 40 others. On a lark, we decided to plant 500 Saskatoon Berry Bushes. Now *that* was a steep learning curve just preparing the field and accomplishing the planting. We enjoyed it and over the next few years ended up with a 5,000 bush orchard. A Saskatoon Berry looks like a purple blueberry and tastes like a blueberry with a shot of Amaretto or almond extract. The trick with Saskatoons is that there is a six-year gap between planting a seedling to first fruit production. Once enough of the bushes were producing fruit we opened a U-Pick. That was our focus for almost 10 years. The bushes require spring to fall care, weeding & watering and all the fruit is produced and must be picked in a 7 to 10-day window. In year 3 of the U-Pick West Nile happened so we built a screened gazebo for the U-Pick manager to sit in all day. Initially one of us, then Kidlet, then a high school student. Then the wild cards of life happened. I got sick and became disabled. Kidlet went away to University then two years later got sick and returned. Kidlet became very ill and required more and more care as Himself was retiring. We couldn't keep up with the orchard and were on the verge of plowing it under back to wheat when a couple of guys wanted to rent it from us. They were planning their own giant Saskatoon Orchard and wanted to get a feel for working a mechanical picker before they went all in. They've been renting our orchard ever since. A small side project started in 2006 as part of the Kidlet's high school program. We started experimenting with compost. All of the yard waste collected in our nearby town comes to us for sheet composting. Laying the waste on a fallow field and tilling it in a couple times a summer. Alternating between his Dad's property across the road and our wheat field. Then 'the boys' Himself and his mechanic brother who held daily "safety meetings" in BIL's shop started building tumblers and corrals. It started with a single hand-cranked tumbler then morphed into a line of electric tumblers and compost spreaders and windrow builders. It got a little crazy-making. Then the provincial gov't put an end to selling the compost with new regulations. Though Himself has kept up the sheet composting in our field, his Dad's field and he added a field down the road that the quarry owns and pays him to keep weed-free. -- Everything ground to a halt when Kidlet became terminally ill and the last two years of her life we were focused on her day-to-day comfort and healthcare needs. -- The U-Pick years were fun and we had a little trip down memory lane this summer. Our renters had equipment malfunctions and weren't able to harvest the berries. We contacted a local black bear rescue for volunteers and they all came out and picked like crazy for a week and we now have two freezers full of Saskatoons for their orphaned bears, natural food for them. Himself is talking about scaling back and says this will be his last year of composting. We'll see. We've also been talking about moving off the farm but neither of us is ready for that just yet. It's been an interesting 26 years of farm life.

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

Enjoyed reading your comment 😊

[@natalierozean5989]

What an INSPIRATION! Such dedication and perseverance! You honestly should write a book!

[@renepena3024]

Ethical farming and “ethical meat consumption.” Yes! ❤️

[@SunshineCountryChickens]

Exactly!

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

For sure.

[@paulprigge1209]

This country boy is not sure what ethical is. LOL! People have to make a living out here. You would probably not agree with some of the practices . With land going for thousands of dollars and then some it can be challenging

[@spac18]

@@paulprigge1209 everything is ethical in farming as long as it's done with dignity

[@geoffreylimcowealthadvisory]

Animals definitely have to die for the meat, ethical is in a sense those animals live freely and in the best condition and healthily possible without stress until their time for becoming food.

[@kagetupa701]

Man this man has helped me so much in my duck farm with my 2 troubled male pekin ducks, thanks Morgan for uploading your farm adventures and your experience with animals!

[@northernpennrailproduction3373]

This is gonna be a banger

[@jessicaboon1024]

This is super inspirational for someone who currently lives in a major city and wants a hobby farm down the line. Thank you, from Vancouver B.C

[@gd2234_]

This is 100% my goal, in a slightly different way. I’m interested in the botany side of things, and potentially using a property to grow heirloom fruits and vegetables (yay adding genetics to plants in the area.) Id like to become licensed to rehabilitate animals so I can care for injured wildlife (birds mostly, barn swallows are stupid and need saving all the time.) I want my own hive or to rent a hive to help the bees (and my plants,) and I want to dedicate a decent portion to prairie land to improve biodiversity. So many goals, but to see someone else living their dream is extremely inspiring, and pushes me to have my dream property one day. Hopefully in a few years I’ll be able to by some water fowl from you guys!

[@jgordy4840]

Sounds wonderful, good luck!

[@TheRidiculousRescue]

The greatest part is that all of your passions may overlap without skewing your ability to focus on them all. Having the place to concentrate your passions is the centerpiece to it all. You’ll get there. These passions never silence or subside ❤️

[@judyives1832]

Hey! Barn swallows aren’t stupid! They just get injured because they catch insects in the air. They swoop and turn rapidly and since they are not very high in the air and live around buildings, their eating style can cause injuries. They are the acrobatic flyers of the bird world.

[@jenedge5579]

You can keep bees in the city, do not rent a hive. Start classes and learn all you can. Before you know it you will be scoping out your location for your hives. They have them on the roofs is Paris. 🐝

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

Sweet! Hope your dreams come true.❤️😊❤️

[@hazelumbrella9485]

For being a new farmer you look like you have been doing it for a long time and have more enthusiasm than many other farmers I know

[@gooseboy3914]

Greetings from Poland Morgan! 😁😘

[@GoldShawFarm]

Hello there!

[@K_hessel]

I appreciate you taking the time to put this informational (and previous informational) videos together. Rock on Gold Shaw

[@raraavis7782]

Wow, you guys really made things happen! Good for, not letting all those small and big obstacles stop you. My only question would be...why somewhere so cold? Aren't those loooong winters are major drawback , when farming? Like, cutting the egg laying season short and such?

[@PrepsteadingWithBelinda]

Prayers for your wife and a BIG thank you to all our essential workers. I really like watching the ducks and geese and Toby too thanks for sharing!

[@alexm6193]

I need someone to give me a pep talk like you give to your ducks.

[@kittylips973]

you guys are so great. ive just started raising ducks and chickens full time but i still live in the city. luckily my house is a corner house that backs up to a city creek and it really helps me escape the city life to my little backyard farm. your videos are rewarding and i hope to own an actual farm someday

[@ScrooVonLoose]

The unexpected "i don't miss toilet paper" had me in stitches :')

[@ryanstoddard1803]

That lady is from extreme cheapskates, her methods of saving money are absolutely unsanitary and disgusting.

[@alexm6193]

@@ryanstoddard1803 thanks for this. wanted to know what it was from.

[@cicinomaden]

Not using a toilet paper doesnt have to be unsanitary, though. We use water. There is such thing as a bidet (gasp!)

[@alexm6193]

@@cicinomaden Yeah that lady goes way, way, way further than using a bidet.

[@cicinomaden]

@@alexm6193 😂😂😂

[@SpickzYoyoz]

We are in phase 1 of chasing this dream too! Thanks for the inspiration that it’s possible.

[@private_citizen]

As one of the share holders, id like to propose an idea. A "bed and breakfast" operation where people who want to experience farm life can spend a couple of days as farm hands helping you out. You earn from lodging, you have someone to feed eggs to in the morning, and you get some free labor :)

[@goobfilmcast4239]

Nope! ...... "pleasing" people is more work and hassle than wranglin' birdies than you will ever know....don't bring the city to you ....keep the Slickers OUT !

[@lorettaloveland7755]

Love it that you talk to the ducks and tell them what’s happening

[@Jodi9810]

Wait, you lived in New Orleans? How have I missed that? DC and former New Orleans dweller here. I don't see Vermont in my future though. Brrrr!

[@GoldShawFarm]

Allison went to grad school in New Orleans. It's such a cool city!

[@TheRidiculousRescue]

@@tamarie1189 farm 💯!!! Hawaii is tough and expensive, heartbreakingly beautiful but there are so many caveats to living there. It’s a wonderful place to visit so it should always be the place to return to, not stay. That’s my feeling anyhow. In the meantime, there are many semi-tropical sports on the mainland that would suffice for both farming and retiring away from winter. My partner and I are only in our 30’s but are heading south exactly for that reason lol. It’s gonna be Texas or Florida, I can already tell 😂 Check our Corpus Christi and Port Aransas, FL. Both have decent farmland! And obviously Florida too. There’s an Iberico pig farmer in Florida making an absolute killing there!

[@Jodi9810]

@@GoldShawFarm I was in grad school there too! Tulane Business/Psychology. Met my husband and we got married in the Garden District. Would've stayed there forever if I'd been able to find a job in my field. Laissez les bon temps rouler!

[@lindaduke6751]

My 43-year-old daughter has been diagnosed with several health problems and she needs to be able to relax and just chill, so I sent her a link to your channel because I know that following you and Toby and Paco around the farm and just kind of being there vicariously, or virtually, will be a great relaxant for her. It certainly helps me to relax a lot just chilling with the videos! And I love your choice of music, especially the Harry Potter music, lol!

[@meggi8048]

farmers yesterday: poor, lower class folks dreaming of a rich life in the city farmers today: rich kids from the city escaping to the countryside starting the dream

[@cathyl2338]

Truth!

[@Jennifer62389]

Full circle

[@aion2177]

yeah. but is only possible because of the productivity you get from automation. in the past digging a trench was a 2 month work and nobody was doing it. now just rent an excavator for 10 hours. with tractor the same. needing to feed a horse or ox to do the work for you was barely sustainable - very influenced by the weather.. things have profoundly changed and catching this trend is lucrative. They especially changed because the internet allows the learning curve to be lowered by 100x. and improve it greatly beyond any wise and experienced farmer ever was able to know in the past in their entire lifetime. Just learned today how to protect my future trees from frost in the spring by watering them with sprinklers... for example. No such information is or was available locally. So for good reason things were the way there were in the past, and for good reason they started to turn around lately.

[@ugtitto2654]

Exactly. It’s all upside down these days and it’s great 👍

[@FoodForestLiving]

100%!!

[@icouldjustscream]

Giving a pep talk to a scared duck......that is so sweet!

[@ESPN7554Railfan]

Really cool video!! I have ducks and geese

[@GoldShawFarm]

Very cool

[@Alicethomas777]

Great going guys...very inspiring

[@Synapse203]

You guys are nailing it ! Taking things slowly, making mistakes and learning from them, not trying to jump steps. That's how it's done ! Huge respect for having the courage to change your life

[@calistman222]

6:14 "Oh geez! Play it off! Play it off like you meant to do that!"

[@calistman222]

He was just really thirsty. Thats all. Yeah, thats what happened.

[@rickmartell2568]

Also, I love the transparency regarding the general finances of the farm/job/KZbin situation.

[@forestofheavy]

Exactly, ethical meat involves not copping out on the dirty work.

[@anabettencourt6943]

This is fascinating. I don't think I'd ever have a full blown farm, but have dreams of country side living. Thanks for sharing!

[@denkeylee]

Thumbnail looks like the Grant Wood, American Gothic painting. lol

[@tibbydudeza]

I think they were going for that "look" except nobody could find a bale fork.

[@wolfgangv4661]

I wish you and your wife all the best. And keep your humor. I have a lot of fun looking your videos.

[@darthbee18]

*sees video thumbnail* "Ah yes, the Vermont Gothic™ (2020)" 😏🎨😎

[@Sassafras30]

Your story of how you moved to Vermont & bought a farm is fantastic.

[@misseffinsunshine3843]

"Cuz I'm payin cash money" 😂

[@beachbomgurl]

Love this video!! We raise pekin ducks. We have done some khaki campbells in the past. We also have eastern wild turkeys, sasso chickens, saddle back and toulouse geese, lavender guinea fowl, and toggenburg goats. It's so fun to see what other people do. We got into farming 6 years ago. Hello from Canada!

[@mariemaroney7891]

It has just occurred to me that I have never heard Toby bark. 🤷‍♀️

[@a0flj0]

There are some clips where he barks at some predators he senses far away, at night.

[@ruilovesschreiner6847]

So glad I watched your videos. Please continue. It's a beautiful journey of life.

[@dalekkiller]

So if you turn one of the animals to food, you tell everyone that they have gone to the city?

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@fredrikmudas]

I tell the rest that that one graduate and live in other pond

[@jenniferr2057]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KatieZornes]

Your videos have renewed my farming spirits! Five years into our small venture (while still holding down our full-time gigs), we were starting to feel a little defeated by the work/farm balance. Since we work in a technical/broadcast field...people literally thought we were crazy when we bought land and started raising chickens and ducks. Love your messages and watching the steady growth of your farm. It's educational, but also inspiring. We are just now starting to document our experiences, and I'm looking forward to looking back in a few years to see how far we've come. I hope you all continue to thrive! Thanks for sharing your story!

[@NorthnSouthHomestead]

Loved your comment ❤️😊❤️

[@KatieZornes]

@@NorthnSouthHomestead ❤️