Incredible Underground Earthbag Root Cellar! | Complete Build

[@SQUID_Road_Glide]

I love the way you look at your woman when she starts getting in the zone. My lady has it in her, I just have to help her feel empowered. I raised my daughter like that but many woman don’t get to where yours is. She will help you raise powerful people. Good stuff man, real good stuff. Keep loving that woman like there is no tomorrow. I hope my sons are loving their woman like that.

[@TheCollabCurator]

Wow, you two are some hard workers. Great job.

[@SawtoothSam]

I think we all agree Jessica is one heck of a lady: tough, resilient, strong (mind and body), wise beyond her years (smart), sweet, totally adorable; and he is street-wise, strong, resilient, hard-working, and totally committed and enthusiastic; I think it's wonderful you two have found each other. Not the slightest doubt you two have lasting qualities and will build a fantastic life together. You make a very strong team. Thank you for all the hope and inspiration!

[@seftonharrison3993]

Thats weird bro this about the root cellar

[@myyoutubechannel8608]

I think they are both animal abusers...

[@lolo-om9rs]

Weirdo

[@lesmounteer625]

Beautiful souls

[@helenkentwell5042]

Labour intensive is an understatement. Huge admiration to both of you from Australia. Close call with your pooch. Best wishes.

[@kevinh.w.crabbe8748]

If I started that in my younger days I would been OK but 63 now I won’t be able to do what are you do there but I’m so proud of you to guys doing it and talking through each and everything you do explaining all the details so when other people watches they know how to do it without worrying about it you guys are awesome may God bless you and keep you safe throughout the lives out there your friend always Kevin HW CRABBE

[@scoobyjew5187]

I’ll do the work if you pay for it

[@heatherk8931]

I'm a lady 63.11 and 2 weeks. Lol I think ya just gotta get out there and do what ya can. Be stubborn but don't get stuck under the house or something horrible like that!

[@jeanlawson9133]

Machinery.. they need to make a mechanical bagger That levels the ground as it digs similar to a Grader with a bagger... 💡 AIN'T IT JUST AIN'T IT 😜 lols

[@TheHolyBibble]

I don't really watch this channel but it seems to me like she may be being abused. I will delete this comment for her safety, but I want that thrown out there.

[@Apchestangenightout]

One thing you've forgotten to mention , is try your best saving money if you're interested in owning a piece of property if you wanna live off the grid . Another thing is that don't try doing this at a late age , 60 , 70 . Unless you have plenty of young family members that are willing to help build . Btw you both done a spectacular job building your forever home after you're done you might wanna start building a family . Good luck , God bless the both of you and stay strong . Peace , love and much respect to you both as well as everyone follong your channel 💯😇🙏😎💪👊🙌✌️👍

[@victorsturdivant4731]

You two are a real inspiration to me. I as a Native American am proud of what you are doing and pray the great spirit blesses you abundantly.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you very much!!🙏

[@RexAlfieLee]

It's a great watch & for a family they seem to have an incredible family. I want to be in that family too.

[@danieljenkins3806]

i was at Arcosanti in 1976... that has stayed with me my whole life.. people living in Kivas (?) with car windows for light.. and working together to make what is still going on. i see what you are doing is the same but maybe different.. self sustenance is always to be respected. in australia i've built a mud brick house and a cinder block house which i still live in. a retired academic i chose to go back to the earth too. well done you both...

[@clydeslagowski9293]

You are right on target as to where this world is heading. Many are getting the message as to incorporate each other in our future. Big thanks to you both!

[@derhell9401]

Just discovered this video and realized it was 2y ago, can’t wait to see all the other videos you guys have and see the final result

[@sarahloy830]

I continue to be so impressed by your work. You have done a great job of prioritizing jobs. It takes a lot of restraint to do the less glamorous jobs first. You set a great example by making water collection and storage one of the first things. It will be so exciting to see your home continue to materialize out of the desert! Awesome work all around.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!!

[@percymathis1199]

Works pretty well with himself

[@lilblackduc7312]

@@ourselfreliantlife ..Has anyone ever called you two 'Pioneers"? I was born in Minnesota in 1958 to ALL Midwestern Farmers. You are Pioneers! 🇺🇸 😎👍☕

[@jeromejanisch2500]

hey Jim, why dose Jessica do all work ?!?!?!?!?LoL kidding you, she is a trooper...you guys put tout a lot of work

[@mrrberger]

Nice work guys, slow and steady wins the race. Also at 12:50 lean the barrow sideways into the gravel pile and pull down the gravel into the tilted barrow. When full enough stand on the hoop leg and tilt the barrow upright, fills twice as fast with half the sweat. Keep up the good work.

[@sheabutterMama]

42:10 I really like and appreciate the idea of 1/2 bags in the stair zones, to even the courses. I've seen other youtubers have very wonky layers because they didn't know. 🤷🏽‍♀️🤯 I'm a senior citizen now so it's too late for me to do this, but I wish I knew then what I know now, and wish I'd had such a great industrious life partner like the 2 of you! Owning land and offgriding can be greatly rewarding, affordable and attainable! ☮

[@kimberlyrogers8672]

You guys really are the NEW chip and Joanna gains of living off grid and substantially. What real people should be doing without the mainstream media influence of all the un-necessary lifestyle choices most are plagued to make. I liked the bit where you spoke about wanting to live without the negativity and inspire those that they can do the same. This really touched home to me.

[@---nj2se]

SOOO HELPFUL. I am in Lithuania building my first hobbit hole in the hill. DD system is just perfect. Thank you

[@armaanrampadarath4436]

This shows how smart and strongwilled native americans are. I have no words to describe your workethic and determination. Smart ideas too.

[@Fishin723]

You need some friends/volunteers- many hands make lite work. Love to see people with so much tenacity and determination & a great attitude each day!! Would love to be your neighbor - best to you both!

[@davidfarnell7941]

Wow! Jessica is such a trooper. You're both so committed. Well done.

[@lightzout7239]

I appreciate how wife' works never complains and always has a smile on her pretty face. Awesome job😂😊

[@JDGless]

WOW! WHAT A TEAM EFFORT. CONGRATULATIONS ON COMPLETING THE CELLAR.

[@Sadie2.1]

My first time watching. I love your message and taking responsibility for yourselves. I think it is great. This is how I grew up. We raised our own animals and had at least two large gardens. Preserved, canned, stored, dried, and froze most everything we ate. Physically I can no longer do this, which pains me. But I do still can a bit, and make breads, dry herbs, etc. Would be a dream life to live that again. You two have a dream, the work ethic, the stamina, and desire to make it come true. You will be successful. Remember, mistakes bring you closer to success. Smile!

[@CRocha-gv3xb]

100 % solid construction... I built on sand with sandbags...42 years back and still standing. Felicidades amigos!

[@randolphtorres4172]

THANKS4GIVING

[@One-ht4mi]

The both of you have a work ethic that puts Titans to Shame. Good for you. Best content I've seen for ages.

[@grahambird1570]

I built a Large Store Room and used a seismic approach >> I Dug the Foundation trench deeper and wider than was needed and managed to get a Few truck loads of 'Old Railroad ' Ballast and poured my Foundation Concrete into Shuttered Foundation channels with the Re-bar inside, once it was set I completed back filling with Railroad Ballast. Built a Plinth to floor level and cast a slab to build the Building on top. Had 3 small Earth quakes and uncountable Tremors >> Not a Crack in sight or any movement at all. Old Rail road Ballast is one of the best ground stabilizers I have ever known !

[@tracyalan7201]

Jessica is one tough strong lady. I'm impressed with both of you working so hard on this channel. It is awesome.

[@abiibabiib4108]

Thank you very much. Great work. I'm from Africa and learned a lot from you.

[@kenwoodfl]

Killer bees, rattle snakes, scorpions, sun, rocks, you guys picked the harshest environment for your project... and I’m so glad you did! Love your movement idea... goooo team!

[@jarvisstewart]

Great video. Love your enthusiasm. Really glad the dog was ok.

[@atmm89]

yes we used these burlap bags filled with sand in Vietnam during the war to surround our tents double thickness 6 feet height to protect us from nasty stuff trying to kill us and it work really good as Hight powered bullets never went through. By the way I was with the Australian Army just to say

[@Teyz1989]

Yeh i went on holiday to vietnam aswell was beautiful

[@atmm89]

yes, I believe it beautiful today, I was not on holiday then, just saying@@Teyz1989

[@Oasis_Desert_Rose]

In summer, id be living in that underground room!!!

[@RexAlfieLee]

Love your misses mindset. I totally agree with all she said. That building mindset is all I focus on now. I'm leaving Sydney in a little over a month if I'm not still quarantined to go & live in QLD. I've got 25 acres near Bundaberg & can't wait to be doing what you guys are doing.

[@PatrickEdgley]

We relocated to Flagstaff, AZ from our small house on the Navajo Reservation. I miss the peace and quiet. We had planed to upgrade the house and move back there. The sandbags I will use to put a shell around the outer walls, minus doors, widows etc. will have a moisture barrier on the structure. It will be stronger and more heat/cool efficient for sure. Thank you for sharing this video. Many blessings out to you both.

[@hindsight2022]

You two are straight up UNITS .. This is amazing .. I am the most jealous i have ever been ...my hat is off to you two savages .

[@chriskennedy7534]

Your a hard worker mate And your partner as well Wish you all the best

[@williamburdon6993]

You guys are in beast mode. That's a lot of hard work to do all day every day.

[@sharilhouston8916]

Hi hard workers! want to let you know, when we were caregivers on a 40-acre homestead, my hubby made a chicken coup that brought all the yellow jackets to hibernate with the chickens. That made for un-neighborly neighbors that like you, attacked us like flying enemies!!! No fun for sure. SO...what hubby was put PEPPERMINT ESSENSICIAL OIL WITH A FEW DROPS OF DAWN DISH SOAP (ANY KIND OF LIQUID SOAP WOULD WORK i'M SURE) IN A SQUIRT BOTTLE FILLED WITH WATER. Then he hit their nest with that solution. and then used for target practice!!!...the soap and water coat their wings, and the peppermint oil knocks them out. really fast. this solution also works aagainst field mice to keep out of your food. Hope this helps...keep up the good work. Houstons

[@vlado9105]

Wow so proud of you guys for doing what you’re doing. God loves you guys and so do I. Keep up the great work that you are doing! God bless you guys.

[@sylviadavenport3290]

Amazing!!! you guys are strong! thank you for teaching us

[@jodij3167]

Really excellent! I wish I had someone to help me do something similar. So much harder doing it all myself, health issues don't help .And secrecy where I live but I'll get it done. You guys are just excellent 👌

[@wacho4xj]

It's nice to know that other people are not automatically following the trends of society; and looking at what farmers, homesteaders, and survivalists have been doing for centuries to take care of themselves and their own; responsibly and without relying on any to babysit them or hold their hand.

[@justincase5272]

While very long, it was a great look at the details in the various stages you went through to construct your well-designed earth home. Good for you!

[@fatimarespress5642]

You are blessed girl! Wish I had a man like that who had that kind of talent. Great video. Love the cellar.

[@anthonysharp9136]

Thank you so much for the idea to get my bees AFTER i build the majority of my structures.

[@FREE_WILL_AAHhhhhhhhhhhhh]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge of earth bag construction, you even made me laugh a few times. I'm building some micro earthships here in central WA desert.

[@RobertDeloyd]

I live out in the high desert in Joshua Tree and I'm getting some idea from this video. All my muscles hurt just watching you two work so hard digging and filling those bags... Great video!

[@Bob-Whiting]

How I envy the two of you! For years I have dreamed of doing this kind of thing but my health won't permit it. 12 major fractures (no fingers or toes) and 9 surgeries including the March 2020 cardiac pacemaker. Your wife Jessica is a wonderful partner and helpmate too, I do have a wife but she is no match for Jessica! Thank you SO very much for this video. Through you I can live a little. BTW, that rattler looks like a Mojave Green and not the Western Diamondback. You can tell those by the black and white stripes on the tail just before the rattle. So glad the pupper is okay. I wish you a wonderful and happy life. You can be very proud of yourselves! PS, new subscriber!

[@praiseyethelord7121]

Hi Jessica and Jim, What a great compilation vlog. I am so excited for you. Each section is so important and takes so long but YOU'RE doing it! 🙂 I am sure all of the strain muscles, bruises, bites and just being tired is very trying. Please know you are loved and being prayed for. You both are inspiring and such believers in yourselves! Be very proud of your compliments! Each one gets you closer to your goal. ❤&🙏 from Pennsylvania🍂🍁🙋

[@josephlwallssr6166]

Thank you Jessica! Alot of wisdom and encouragement for people to put into their minds and live by.We are all humans with unique talents given to us by God to love and provide each other as we travel through life.Our existence in this world is very short.The older we become the quicker time it flys by! We are only here for a blink of an eye.By helping one another and sharing our knowledge the better quality of life we will have! Thanks for making and sharing your video.Right on!

[@AlmostHomestead]

Truly epic you two. It's great that you are documenting your build to share with others and to be able look back at how you brought your place to life.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

It's going to be amazing even just looking back at this footage. 😁

[@fshah48]

Fantastic dedicated couple. Lady's comments about the society now a days is remarkable.

[@Laneth]

I've just stumbled onto your channel, and this was my first introduction to you guys and your project. Gotta say, I am SO glad I popped your vid into my custom "Garden & DIY Watch Later" list I made and then sat to watch this WHOLE thing! It's just gone 12:30 AM and I am floored by your dedication and strength to push through and get this done! I live in a suburb in Melbourne, Australia on a decently sized semi-rural block that has a sizeable yard out front and back, and I just got done building our first composting box/hutch, but you've just inspired a whole new idea for food storage options for once I finally get our garden beds laid out and harvests happening! Cheers for sharing your projects, and I look forward to seeing you both in the comments sections of your other videos!

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you so much!

[@Laneth]

@@ourselfreliantlife You’re so welcome! I’ve been away the whole last week but plan to catch up now I’m all settled back into a routine. 🥰

[@buffplums]

You and your wife are such nice people … I have only just started following you recently and just earlier tonight I saw your sad news about the collapse of your root cellar. Not sure exactly what it was like so found this video to see how you built it. My thoughts are with you both and so sorry it must be very disappointing for you but I’m sure that you will find the strength to carry on. Bless you both

[@clintonscott9623]

When you've finished your dome house and you sleep in it the first night, you can be very, very proud that you have done something almost miraculous in today's society, you've proven that you can be self sustainable in a fairly harsh environment. I know that those of us that have been following you are happy and proud for you.

[@Candy-le5wk]

This is the real definition of brave. So much of yourselves, physically and mentally, money and your lives is invested in this. Faith and patience and something else both on the same page. I send you both blessings for safety and success.

[@CarlJones14]

I really enjoyed this extra long video and such great inspiration for others looking to emulate this way of living. 👍

[@rosewoodsteel6656]

I can't believe how well you guys work as a team. And, it's one thing to do that much work in cool weather, but to do so in 90 - 100+ degree weather is mind shattering!

[@MrJti8899]

Decided to take a scan, ended up watching the whole video. I was really impressed with the level of dedication, and moved by the thoughts shared about what inspired you to live this life.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you so much!

[@merlinbasics9345]

Did you drill some holes at the bottom of the radon vent pipe to drain the accumulated water condensation? It is refreshing to see amazing people like you!

[@goodiesfondant1]

This is so great. I want to do the same thing. I really appreciate that you're showing how long it takes and the commitment you have to have. Very inspiring. Best wishes to you both. Also, I'm so relieved that Crew made a quick recovery!

[@mandamoosgardeningadventur8305]

I watched it all before and I've just watched it all again and I enjoyed it just as much the second time around... you are two awesome people.. take care...😊

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!

[@Bigdaddyluv68]

I love your attitude. You work very hard to make the job more fun and enjoyable as you also explain things. Also you got cool shirts!

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!

[@ivanlaguer9302]

God bless you both and your project. Your dedication and passion for what you believe in is admirable.

[@ivanlaguer9302]

Love you guys! I live in an apartment complex in NJ and wish I had the Nuts to do what you are doing.

[@marleneengleman88]

Congratulations it’s beautiful. And done with so much respect with the earth, and all the elements of other living beings. Nothing will “bother” you guys!,

[@LarryTait1]

This is one really cool build. I do post and beam structures, but this is a very different and solid way of doing a structure. Kudos!

[@GoodTimeHollerHomestead]

Love this!!! So much hard work and dedication to make your home. It is awesome! Yall are awesome!!

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!!

[@barryrowbotham1]

You should make yourself a water level to level up all those boards super cheap and accurate as long as you have no air bubbles in the line, all you need is clear hose. You tube should have plenty of vids on how to use them 🙂

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Funny you should mention that.😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d361oZ6ApKmGmqc

[@barryrowbotham1]

@@ourselfreliantlife oh haha well there you go, sorry first vid I had watched straight away thought how much easier with a laser level but the price of them is always a factor 🙂

[@KateInTheCity]

Hey, great project. One problem you may have down the road is with your floor joists. Screws don't have a high sheer strength. If you build another structure, use screws in your joist hangers. :)

[@Rocketman88002]

We use to say in New Mexico concerning well water: there's lots of it, it just isn't drinkable. You can hit water at 50 feet but it is not good for drinking. 250 - 300 feet is how deep you must go for drinkable water. Irrigation wells in central New Mexico are average 300 feet or so and pump 1000 GPM. You could drill a well and pump water to a storage tank using solar panels etc but you won't save any money doing and it requires maintenance and technical savvy. Rain is free! You're doing it right.

[@phugoidoscillations]

Your enthusiasm is inspiring! This is the first video of your channel I've seen, I can't wait to watch the rest!

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!!

[@chuckconner1990]

Its great to see two hard working people with max dedication. I wish i was young enough to come help.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!

[@starryoneawake]

You are inspiring and boosting my courage to take on building my own rounded structures...in much warmer conditions however!🧤🧣🌲❄☃️

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Awesome!!

[@pamlaw5959]

Wow, you two are fantastic, you can teach everyone a thing or two about hard work and it is wonderful to see. It makes me proud to know there are still people like you. You are an inspiration

[@sam_m_ar_al]

Couple goal, you guys are amazing

[@twigandroot]

I've watched most of your videos. it's been amazing to see the journey. I am so happy for the two of you

[@vajazzlerthis]

This is pretty incredible. I'd be so worried about flooding but it is a desert after all. Looking forward to more progress

[@michaelfrench6529]

Your commitment to each other and to your vision with your sense of humor is very much appreciated

[@flock_ness]

That root cellar is such a great idea. I cant wait to see how it works.

[@jasonallen1532]

Wow, what a great video. It fills in lot of gaps for me of what you guys are all about. Thanks for sharing.

[@ewidmer1]

Awesome job to you both!! Love your channel.

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!

[@connieirwin7786]

Love Arizona!!!

[@PeterWest70]

Watching 👀 every step, gonna build one like that! 👍

[@Sai7311]

You two are my supe heroes. I just found this channel by chance and am sorry I did not find it before. I felt a shift in my life actulay seeing how hard you guys work . ETHICS out the WAZOO!! I love you both.

[@PixieDust-eq6kc]

You guys have worked so hard on this project. Major congratulations! I am so happy for you both.

[@jannettebrown2033]

Rain water off your roof put drains that will also go to cestern. There is regulators for pipes that will feed to cisterns. Put all around trenches to feed yo cisterns. In a desert you are dependent on that system. And can grow beautiful gardens off air air air water.

[@hopeheavenonplanetearth1417]

Great job! Enjoyed watching the past! Look forward to the future 🤗

[@Leopoldo888]

Thank you both for the inspiration. Greetings from Perú.

[@Annabelle511]

absolutely amazing couple ! very inspirational ! and your very correct on relying on yourself.. i want to do that so bad, but i have a husband who do not have the same idea as me. Maybe in my next life, i will find a team player like your husband.. =)

[@jennifiercools9866]

I am in the same boat. Because I have this dream I am selfish even though it would allow him not to work a job anymore (he's 100% disabled veteran, not all physical). I am a stay at home mom and the only way he would ever consider not working is if I do. Makes no sense.

[@nicholasoppenheimer3647]

Why wait? Get a new husband in this lifetime and do what you want now. Waiting on reincarnation is a tricky one; you could come back as a toad and end up getting kissed by your husband again!

[@diannamc367]

@Anna Lee I hope you have been able to make some kind of progress with your husband. Sometimes the average mindset is the highest hill to climb. My SO felt the same way and that is why I am now alone. I pray that your dreams an come together and you will never have to make this kind of sacrifice.

[@Earthmadegarden]

Awesome!

[@jakobrebeki]

love this channel. so good to be a part of the land and not damaging it. good luck and happy endevors....

[@connieirwin7786]

LOVE SOLAR AND Naturalistics!!

[@kevinwilliams8662]

Enjoying the show

[@jeromejanisch2500]

Jessica is an ace.... nice draw, dont screw up!!!!

[@mikec5258]

Jesus and I thought I had a hard time doing my digging my pool by hand. Congratulations now to enjoy your fruits of your labor

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you!

[@larrybohlander6235]

@@ourselfreliantlife qqq

[@jeromegibson1332]

The power of love. Two people with very creative ambition. Using the strongest ancient building techniques. Extra hard Work preparations to overcome almost any natural disaster. That's got to feel very rewarding. That's leading by example. Setting the tone for new generations to come.

[@darlenepreston8836]

FRONT PORCH PONDS- awesome. The earth bags are saving you $$$ 1,000 s in lumber prices,which are ridiculously sky rocket crazy high🌻

[@YounesLounes]

Super determined for what you are doing. Hat taken off for what you are doing. A lot of respect.

[@catgynt9148]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful recap video. I am amazed that you accomplished this much work using hand power. Labor intensive undertaking. Jim, you snd Jess are an amazing couple. Wishing you and your family a happy Halloween and cool work weather ahead. Peace brother

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Thank you! Happy Halloween to you.

[@hestervanvollenstee1457]

Pleace get this halloween things out of your lives!! It is not for people that believes in God and His Son Jesus and the Holy Gost!! Great work that you have done!!

[@jamescohn4268]

Wow! Your attitudes and drive is inspirational. What an awesome team. Your ideas and hard work are genius. Praying the best for all of you. Glad your pup recovered quickly. Look forward to the next video.