Is This Goodbye? Building an Off-Grid Home in Central Portugal

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The truck has completely given up on us, is this goodbye?! We both continue the plastering process inside the barn and Theo cements the new mini pool down by the well.
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Theo and Bee gave up their busy city lifestyles in 2014 to explore alternative living, and have lived in vans and boats since then without looking back! Along with their cat Ginjey Bear they have been driving around the world in their self converted Sprinter van. However, when the global pandemic hit they began converting their abandoned stone barn in Central Portugal to turn into a wonderful tiny stone cottage. Along the way, they have rescued a playful cat called Furrnando and have a wonderful flock of Chickens!

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[@kindredvitae]

Keep it up, are you going for cement for pool and liquid rubber ?

[@theindieprojects]

Yeah cement screed on the inside, and paint with blue pool paint 😃

[@RenayEmond]

@@theindieprojects awww Thank YOU! for All the Joy You give, thrilled at being able to reciprocate even a tiny portion! Does this mean I get a" FIRST " commentor reward?🤣 (🇨🇦Trucker John in Quebec,my fellow Canadian...aimed in your direction😂)

[@ivydickson7596]

Hi from New Zealand Sunday night 11.25pm.

[@amandagloverart2425]

Sigh. favorite you tubers or not, I'm not watching click bait.

[@OKportugal]

Glad we could help out guys. Hope the truck gets fixed soon :)

[@theindieprojects]

👊

[@desirepflugbeil8986]

I am proud of my fellow South African and his English rose.🇿🇦

[@barbblakey8244]

Cos...that’s what friends do for each other ❤️

[@shallnotbeinfringedupon202]

Thank you for helping Bee and Theo! Its good to know someone is out there helping our favorite you tube stars!!!

[@irenemathieson4229]

Thanks for helping Bee and Theo. I have been following them for years and thanks to them I have subscribed to OKportugal and I am enjoying catching up on your past videos.

[@user-qn1sx1bo7w]

STOP using click bait titles, you have a huge following. Those of us who are stuck in crazy lock down areas aka Marshall law slow psychological torture look forward to watching your progress.

[@solangesouza6277]

The truck is their way to make all the work possible for them, I completely understand why she said that, when you live far away from everything remember even a mail package is hard to get it, most of everything they need for the construction they bring in on their truck without the truck how they can continue to finish the barn, and build it many other things they need in the farm, get it ?

[@jrc1975]

martial law?

[@liongod1000]

@The Indie Project *_ As a good couple of viewers have commented ..... STOP THE BLOODY CLICKBAIT or it's Good-Bye' from subscribing from the two of you!!!!!! _*

[@wendybeach1036]

You are too good for clickbait. Love your show xx

[@charlieb.4273]

I think you guys are beyond click bait. Mature up, you’ve earned it. Charlie in Virginia

[@sandygraetz5166]

Love you guys but you don’t need the click bait or breast shots!

[@51-FS]

Them shoots are fine

[@derek4169]

@@sandygraetz5166 what click bait???if you dont like dont look

[@lifeTechnicolorGuy]

Yeah, don't like the clickbait either

[@reinalduuu]

Same here, 100% of their videos is with those click baits titles, annoying AF

[@sueg2658]

Cat paw decoration around the top, how sweet and will mean soooooo much to you guys as times goes on.

[@ingevansand9180]

In every video I’m admiring how much work and attention Theo puts in the details. When he does something, he really likes to do it properly... 👌

[@jaxmaria]

Your channel is my #1 video.. I don’t know why, but I love watching.. you guys are so heart warming and enjoying to watch!

[@21Diddley]

LOVE the cement mixing music! Big love to whoever composed, played and chose it - thank you. I've never regretted 'letting' our cats and dogs pawprint newly laid paths etc. One day those animals are no longer with us, and we have very permanent reminders of very much loved and missed pets.

[@sylviajones4907]

Agree. Makes you want to toe-tap, bop your head, and snap your fingers along with the beat!

[@anneknight3875]

I know what you mean. I never had wet cement for foot prints, but every puppy I’ve had chewed something and I treasure the step stool my first border collies chewed as a puppy. I also have a rubber boot my second chewed a bit off the top, and a coffee table with a chewed corner from my third puppy. I think of the pets I loved every time I look at what they left me.

[@suenunn9099]

Ya'll are just so precious and we love you so much. Everything you do is so beautiful and we are so pleased that you allow us to be a part of your lives.

[@christinevr7698]

Gingey in a tree, is adorable. Furrnando pouncing head first into a bed of wildflowers at the edge of the road made me laugh out loud… and then both of them “signing” the wet cement - your fur babies are so cute.

[@Timsgal777]

ginger bear and Fernando are enjoying their best life....lol... so cute 😍

[@janeenadams]

I just keep being more and more impressed by you two! Also, title your videos whatever you want.

[@anneliesjoss]

I think the framed stones around the door are going to look spectacular 😊👍🏻. Look at that, Bee is getting into plastering too 😊. I actually think the kitties footprints would look cute on top of the walls 🥰

[@petrapap]

One of the many things I admire about you two is how you balance productivity and getting soooo much done with finding your own pace and rhythm. Thank you

[@gilltate3029]

The cats are loving their life on the land. So sorry about the truck and hope it can be fixed ok. Great vlog this week. Can’t wait for Wednesday xx

[@littlemontanalady]

The building inspector just marking the pool with her stamp of approval.

[@micheledeluca2246]

Oh please leave the kitty foot prints! You will look back on them years to come with fond memories of your sweet cats. 🐾💕🐾

[@stephh_nz]

Ginjey and Furnando are absolutely living their best life!

[@sarahfoster8754]

Nothing better than watching my favorite vlog on Sunday morning 🤗😘❤️

[@lenellamaxwell6934]

Theo, I am so, so glad you have gone back and formed it to the wall. It bothered me too and I don't have to live there. lol You are doing an amazing job even on the scratch coat. The plaster is going to be amazing. I saw the vision in my mind when you explained it before you started and it is turning out exactly how you described it. And Bee, the job you have done on the beams is amazing! You have so much patience, but it has all been worth it. Theo, the rendering on the pool is amazing. Your masonry skills are being honed to perfection! So much patience from both of you to do all that hard work, and your attention to detail is very evident. It is also evident you both are hard workers and you put your heart and soul into your projects. Your home base is going to be lovely when all is said and done. It is such a joy to watch your channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@jacquionly]

Thank you both for making me smile

[@zonacrs]

As others have mentioned, leave the cat prints in. In future years it will give you cherished memories of the fur babies and a time stamp memory of your hard work. Also as others have mentioned don't appreciate the click bait titles, good way to lose views IMHO, and I say this with all due respect.

[@SheBendsNotBreaks]

Except a very quick read of the description made clear they talking about the truck, as did they in the first 5 minutes of the video. It's their job to get people intrested enough to watch their videos.

[@alicecain4851]

Not only that, Theo loves that truck and they don't know if it'll ever by back on The Land. Maybe if it does die it won't be as sad as when Betty was killed, but Theo is really very attached to his "workhorse" truck. Did you see how happy they were when it passed inspection? I'm wondering if they'll decide to rebuild the engine instead of finding something else. The back of that truck was amazingly helpful!

[@wennawoods5189]

Agree

[@cdancarina5513]

Loquats, figs, tiny pool, wildflowers, two beautiful cats and your love for one another... Keep it up, you two beautiful, hardworking couple. Can't wait to see you all moved into your renovated, rustic, barn home, enjoying the fruits of your labour! 💗💗💞 From your born in 🇵🇹, 🇨🇦 fan.

[@PeteAxeShields]

Absolutely LOVE Bee's enthusiasm for the fruits on the trees, wonderful :-) More great work on the pool Theo :-) BIGLOVE xx

[@carolaussie87]

Fruit trees , fruit trees o so nice to just walk around your land and to pluck a nice ripe juice fruit. O so fresh. Love what you two are doing. Keep up the amazing work.

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

The areas at the top of the wall and around the door are looking amazing now. Theo you have the patience of a saint. Fingers crossed your truck can be repaired. Thank God you have made some good friends, they are worth their weight in gold.

[@billieclark228]

Theo you are getting to be quite professional with your cement work. It is sad about the truck, hope it can be repaired. I just love your videos, you are so positive in spite of some troubles. Keep up the great work.

[@vyvienvp3413]

That plunge pool will be fab. No-one looks as happy as you do Bea. It will be finished just as the heat kicks in! YAY happy Days guys. x

[@wamble5]

Incredible Sweet young couple... we enjoy you sharing your lives, loves and projects... seems you both care very much about each other! Beautiful property, abundant fruit, good water source, and home to live in... God is good and loves you both very much! And I do too!

[@annburge291]

Your work around the large stones is stunning. Much more visually interesting than straight plastering. Leave the cat prints around the pool. Our house has many pet, kids and leaf prints in the concrete work. As the years pass and the pets go to heaven and the kids grow up, I love seeing the marks in the concrete because they inspire happy memories

[@pattypinsky3085]

And! You’re so great not to have listened to anyone who was a naysayer, and followed your dreams! What wonderful and beautiful things you have seen and done!

[@yoli948]

Theo you truly are a talented man! You remind me of my dad, he did all sorts of handyman things around our house. He was meticulous and patient , the work must be done right! I love the results you’re getting.

[@brianashton1428]

(Moira Ashton) Just heard you talking about your Nispero tree, lots of them here in Spain. The one with the black marks on, is not because the tree might be sick, that is how they'll go, if they are not eaten right away, they are usually still ok- ish to eat, but you will even see them in the shops like that, So pick and eat as quickly as you can, they have a very short life ---- I LOVE the lovely shiney seeds inside!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@elizabethharttley4073]

Loving the little soaking pool, reminds me of a Japanese tub. A couple wooden bowls to pour water over yourself, perhaps a short stool for sitting on. You and Theo are so industrious and yet able to find to simple beauty that surrounds you. Peace

[@gabrielepichler]

keep the paws!! You will be always remembering your pets. once they are not here on this earth anymore. the dog of my childhood did the same thing on our freshly rendered doorsteps in front of our cottage. we thought how naughty and unappropriate. but it was too late to go over them. so they stayed till today and he "the naughty dog" is long gone. It always makes me smile when I see his little pawmarks. I loved him dearly.

[@michellephillips8035]

Have you thought about leaving the cat prints and your hand prints, together with the year as a memory stone?! Absolutely loving watching the progress you are making on which will certainly be a beautiful tiny home. Sending much love from Wales 🤗❤️

[@debrabell2604]

Good luck with the truck. Theo you are becoming an expert on the rendering great job

[@gailsgig]

This conversion has been such a huge amount of work! OMG! You two are TROOPERS! And work so hard! I hope you love it in the end and stay a long time! What a journey! It makes me tired on my couch! Love you both....all including Gingybear, Fernando, and the chickens. I don’t know about goats.

[@nelliefarr1540]

looks like your figs are also doi g well give it one bucket chicken maure water every day and you will have nice big figs

[@pattypinsky3085]

You guys are amazing! Look how far you’ve gotten- and with no prior knowledge or experience! You will make it perfect, because that’s just how you roll!

[@hattyburrow716]

Furnando is turning into a sleep little man. And Gingie bear looks life a fluffy puffball. Gorgeous. Carry on living your best life xxx let the cats walk and in forty years you’ll smile at the reminders. I know this to be true

[@rhondamarshall7039]

What a wonderful life your cats are having. I love your beautiful land and the home you are making there. So pleased to see you are both feeling a lot better and I think a wise decision to rest through the heat of the day. Stay safe , best wishes from me here in Australia.

[@alvaplays7833]

Thank you bee and Theo, you are one of the reasons I can get by with the stress of this pandemic. Sending my love and hugs to both of you, ginjey and furrnando!

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

🌟🌼💕 always great seeing all of you. Hoping the truck makes a quick and speedy repair! Everything is coming along beautifully 👍 Stay well. And the fruit, wow!

[@trudyschaffer8016]

I am sorry to hear that your beloved truck is in the “ICU”... I wouldn’t get my hopes up, but, who knows. You guys seem to pull off the impossible!! Can we all agree that these two have the most incredible work ethic? Instead of taking the evening off, you tackle another project! You are to be congratulated. Well done!! 😻❤️👍

[@Ragnar8504]

I think she might need a heart transplant. Fortunately that's time-consuming but not unheard of in vehicles. Donor organs should be plentiful in Portugal.

[@javiersosa4652]

Wow! Very good project they are doing. We want to see more antics from Fernando! And Congratulations on your hard work.

[@TimHilll4U]

Awe Gingy diggin on the fig tree was a good shot. Love the pool and the foot prints would be a epic memory of Theo's great work. Thank you Bea for your smile and sharing you guys life with us all.

[@eileenmetzkow7748]

Absolutely love your videos and following you on your journey to a complete renovation of your barn conversion. 😊😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS]

You're really going to enjoy using the pool. Both of you always do such a meticulous job! Pawprints will add to the character.

[@777visionquest]

love the fruit trees on the property....coming along so....hope you guys have recovered well from your ruff week of feeling bad.

[@janafayek6004]

Can't wait to see the walls all done and white with only one stone wall, that would look amazing 👍

[@y.t.a180]

Or like here, Canadian style, beautiful! We are all going to the house warming, yes?!!!

[@alicecain4851]

Wouldn't THAT be amazing?!

[@alicecain4851]

Just a thought... They need an Amazon House Warming List. Do they have a P. O. Box we can send things to?

[@alisonhampshire3081]

You guys are so amazing and such hard workers and everything you do you you do well. Such crafts men I mean people! The land really is lovely. I hope your truck is fixable and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Thanks guys just love your vlogs

[@airyellit8153]

This is such a labour of love. Your work ethic continues to impress and inspire. I am so loving everything you have done with your land and barn/ home.

[@lorimangold2890]

Use the miserable Louquats and plant them on your property

[@designdoctor247]

I knew RIGHT off it was humor and a play on words ....because...it is BEE and Theo....they always finish what they start and ... this barn is ...almost like their 3 child 🐈😻 they wouldn't leave it! ❤💙💜💖💗❤💙💜💖💗❤ They won't even leave the truck ...it is a "work horse 🐎" as Theo said.

[@gaynor3976]

I do hope the truck can be saved to live another day. The rendering of the plunge pool looks brilliant and I bet it'll soon be put to use. Round the barn door is looking good too. I get excited at every video to see the progress made. Have a good week xx

[@crystalfrye8554]

I am constantly amazed by your determination, skills, and hard-work!

[@michellebeebelewisfrith1544]

Just start a go fund me . We ALL LOVE AND SUPPORT YOU TWO. HUG'S 💕

[@marianfrances4959]

Perfect cement-mixing music! You have become my favorite you tube couple! 👍😏🇨🇦🐾🐾

[@sandymaceecampers1563]

As always, you get my Sunday off to a great start!! Hope you can get your truck back on the road soon!!! Beautiful work!!! Gingy and Fernando are just making the pool unique and interesting for future archeologists when they unearth the site in 200 years!!! 🤣😂😉

[@joythompson610]

Your trees can feel your love, and love always produces the best fruits!😍 You’re a awesome couple, and you’re journey amazing! Thanks so much, and blessings to you.😘☕️🍪

[@tazburnett6448]

Portugal has really grown on me. Looks wonderful there.

[@jennieevans5465]

Beautiful filming...like always!! Congrats on 300K!!!!

[@susannovak8263]

New subscriber here, from Chicago. Just finished binge watching all of your Portugal reno videos and I’m now caught up! I love that you will not be satisfied with a sub par job. Those details really do make a difference!

[@synchro4jc]

Me too! Just now finished the most recent. From New Mexico in the United States!

[@sonjaveda9832]

A great paradise!! Looks good.Good luck with the truck.

[@jessicac6380]

I love how chilled you both are about problems that come up, you just keep it together and get things sorted head on. What a lovely relationship you have!! ✌x

[@stevensoncl]

Theo, you did an awesome job rendering the pool! It's going to be beautiful and much-needed for summer. You guys are so talented and have boundless energy, I'm constantly amazed! Sincerely, an American in España ♡

[@annecraig1040]

Theo, dump sand in the bottom of your outdoor pool/tub/spa and any drabs of mortar.cement which fall to the bottom as you render the walls will be very easy to sweep up later.

[@kindasorta3825]

My much loved pets ran across wet cement and I left the prints there. 35 years later they are a wonderful reminder of them and I smile each time I see them. Think about leaving a few prints to enjoy over the years. Also, place a coin to remind you of the year it happened. Love you both.

[@gail2616]

Theo and Bee…the attention to detail blows me away! Everything is just perfect! Happy to see how much better you are feeling! Bee, what kind of fruit is that?? Is there a taste comparable to that? Here’s to hoping your truck is fixable, it really sucks to be without a vehicle that your dependent on to break down. 🦭 💣 🛻

[@maryhart637]

Good luck with the truck repair!🤞🤞The rendering in the barn looks fabulous, as does the pool!! Little paw prints will make your pool unique!😍💚🌈Stay safe, be well and see ya next time👋👋👋

[@urbanohiogardener]

Fernando is living the good life. Makes me smile thinking of how you guys saved him off the side of the road.

[@jos9485]

I have been wondering how Fernando joined the family. I subscribed to this channel after the fact. If there's an episode about it, I'd love to watch.

[@urbanohiogardener]

@@jos9485 Found it! Titled "Building a ROOF on our Tiny Home.." posted about 7 or 8 months ago.

[@jos9485]

@@urbanohiogardener thank you so much! I've just watched it (three times) and I had no idea how small and sick he was. I love him even more now and Bea and Theo are my heros ♥

[@oscaryjavita]

Very well job with the plaster around the door stones and the pool is looking fantastic! Can't wait to see it all finished 💖

[@debrandw246]

Beautiful job Theo. Your builder should be ashamed to have left it like that. You are both amazing at everything you do. Look at the beautiful pool. Incredible. Beautiful video Bea. Gingie put her name on the pool. X

[@sitioeb]

I am amazed at all the skills you have pickup along the way. In nursing school we always said "see one, do one, teach one". For as young as you and Bea are you guys are quite cleaver. I am so proud of what you two have accomplished over the few years towards learning how to build your barn into your tiny house. And your shower/toilet is amazing! Then there is your heated bath under the stars my word that is clever! I started watching your vlog when you were building you new van I was amazed at how you created the old dresser into a kitchen cabinet! I don't think there isn't much you are not able to do! Now you are fixing your soaking well tub. Well good on you! I can't wait to see what else you build on your next vlog!! Take care and hopefully the truck will only need a minor surgery and small transfusion of oil!

[@elisabethe8055]

Got a little scare reading the description of the video, but it was only the truck, and the truck will be ok soon i am sure! About the fruit trees, i had a problem with elderly trees, and i must say, hiring a arborist that trimmed the trees and got rid of sick branches was well spent money. My trees are now thriving, just a tip for getting healthy, fruit loaded trees. Thank you for sharing as always! ☺️

[@tanyajenkins919]

🙏🙏 that your trucks not beyond repair . Best wishes little truck . Thanks for sharing Theo and Bee

[@1972peachmelba]

I would love the fact that the cats had left their mark in the cement. Just think in years to come, you can say GBears foot print is there, I think it's a wonderful thing to have. I have photos of my late cats footprints in the snow, but nothing I can physically touch. Great video yet again ❤️

[@believeinjesus8862]

I agree!!!🥰

[@y.t.a180]

Me too!

[@designdoctor247]

And I would Even love a chicken print ...they are all babies to Theo and Bee and each fur and feather baby is dearly loved 😍❤💙💕💗💖😍❤💙💕💗💖😍❤💙💕💗

[@ginnyrestad3894]

Go Theo! What a wonderful finish on your pool😊 Bee great support keeping Theo in task😊can’t wait to see the enjoyment of this pool!

[@mysticalmisty9772]

That’s what I love about you guys, you tell it as it is! When a lot of people put their videos on its of all the positive not downs sides of life, you just show us the truth.. Hoping the truck can be fixed for you 😊 & thankfully you had your friends to rely on! I’ve started to watch their adventures also..

[@nittygriitylife2727]

I love everyone of your videos. I've never thought of Portugal as a place would want to be. But, the more you do the more I want to see! I want to visit this beautiful country!

[@thelolguy007]

Another click bait title? Come on guys 🤦‍♂️

[@orangge386]

I can't believe Theo's building skills! Amazing job❤️

[@F-J.]

G&F are not going to be around forever so their prints might be a precious memory to have.

[@micheledeluca2246]

Theo is a real craftsman! 💕

[@niknoks6387]

You have to mend it, it’s part of The property and the whole adventure 🥲

[@charleneeppich303]

I truly appreciate your meticulous work. No "half-assed" projects for you guys. Love that about you both! Gingey and Fernando tug at my heart. Your excitement over fruit on your trees was palpable. So much good stuff in this video! Get ready to sink a chunk of money in Truck. I'd order up a rebuilt engine for them to drop in. Ok. Shutting up now.🤗👍💖

[@leonjfborges]

But if you want to legalise your passat you can, if you have a car in your name (3rd country), as long as you have registered for more than 6 months and it’s for your personal usage, have a residency in Portugal you may apply to get your car legalised for a small or no cost.

[@1977Timp]

They should also change the lights.. because the lenses are different from left hand drive to right hand drive vehicles.

[@leonjfborges]

@@1977Timp very good point.

[@h3bysuzanne184]

I Love your kitty pix♥️♥️♥️ Great video you guys!! Lots of content and good vibes👍😁🎉

[@valoriec]

Okay, I love you guys but I do not appreciate the dramatic titles you've been using lately. You'd think someone died by the thumbnail and title. A truck? Come on, y'all. Your videos don't need clickbait titles. I'd watch them even with bland titles.

[@SarahGraymatter]

agree

[@seaduster8347]

Don't agree

[@manskinuk]

Completely agree, cut the click bait!

[@AidaMurni]

Agree

[@bobi2582]

Agree. Click bait.

[@WACRE44]

Glad you guys closed the gaps up next to the roof looks beautiful thanks

[@andrewb4556]

Hi you guys You're doing amazing work, slow and steady you're dream will come true. Australia

[@susanpoland5919]

Same from ME TOO 🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@maxine3587]

Just wonderful. Thanks.

[@iamkieras1146]

Don't scare me with a title like that!

[@MrGilbertooreste]

Two

[@kimburke575]

Three

[@pama.6410]

In my mind, I have written a whole series of children's books about Theo's truck: one about the different ways Theo uses his special truck and and how he can change what he uses it for by adding or subtracting the sides of the truck bed. One about Theo's truck having a trip to the city and bringing home supplies. One about Theo's truck having a bad day and needing help. One about Theo's truck taking him and his friend up the mountain and down again. One about Ginjey Bear and Fernando camping out in the truck. Too soon to say good bye to the truck. There are many more stories to be written. You two have a whole children's series there. Great work on the interior of the house. Looks so much better having the lime go to the wood. Great job rendering. Have no idea what "dubbing" is that Bea was doing but looks like she did a lot. Seems like energy is high for both of you and lots is getting done. Just love that you have a property where you can take a walk and find fresh fruit on a tree and fresh water in a well.

[@caroldemulder236]

Well done Theo a big pat on the back take care see you next week 😺😸😻😼

[@susancarlson2547]

Great job on the rendering & prep for plaster in the barn! Your door will be there soon & maybe the truck can be fixed! Maybe not, but you’ll know - soon! Portugal time! Congrats on the ripening fruit & the honor of cat prints in the rendering of yours new spa! Blessings on your efforts! 🙏🙋‍♀️

[@stricklanda47]

sounds like the main bearing broke up and the engine seized - Worst case scenario you could find a garage to source a used engine and fit it ( happened to me on my old car, cost 400 pounds total to buy and fit the replacement engine ) - A good garage will be able to do all of it and keep the cost fairly low. The good news is that there are loads of old trucks in Portugal to source an engine from. Keep positive and I'll keep my fingers crossed. Get the whole lot done for less than 500 pounds and I'll cover half the cost.

[@ritaranee4787]

Oh wow..... That's awesome

[@edwinrussell153]

Replacing the engine is probably going to be the easiest and cheapest option I will say.

[@y.t.a180]

Yes! Human kindness is alive n well. V sweet of you. Bless👍

[@jeangodding6348]

What a boost that would be Andrew ! You’re a star 🌟🌟

[@lesliegranowski2683]

Andrew. What a wonderful thing to do for these two special people

[@63pumpkin]

You two can deal with all eventualities.... problems yes... solutions, most definitely. Keep on going. X

[@58Kym]

Maybe the loquat trees need pruning for new wood after the season? I don’t know much about fruiting trees but we had loquats at home when I was very very young and didn’t take much notice of what the parental units did.