It's Time To Bring Our Girl Home 🐴 Building My Barn on a Budget

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It's time to bring our girl home and this just the beginning. Thank you for being with me from getting Cali to building out for Gracie girl. See you next week for another DIY xx.
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[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's getting real bringing our girl home. I've been working so damn hard towards this and am grateful for Anker partnering up which enabled me to purchase the panels to give Gracie adequate space. Be sure to click here ( ankerfast.club/xsfhqo ) to head over and check out Anker today xx.

[@judymcinnis]

Who puts a bed in the barn so they can sleep with their horse? Rachel does, of course.❤ Horses are majestic beings and I am confident that Gracie will love her forever home. Because of the loving energy you have put into creating this space for her is amazing.🐴❤🌺

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you 🥹.

[@jennalevering5377]

The reminding yourself, you're safe is so real. Learning to live without "survival mode" on is an adjustment. I've really had to the mental work to remind myself to be in the moment, assess the moment for what it is, which is almost always safe now because I don't put up with what I used to put up with. We are safe, and I am loving watching you heal through this horse. My mom did the same. She loved her girl Ginger. Happy healing ❤

[@lechatbotte.]

Oh my gosh i never clicked so fast. Horses are such wonderul companions. I love the way they smell, warm and sweet. They live long lives so you bond with them and they with you in a unique way. Healing is coming. As Will Rogers say nothing so good for the inside of a person as the outside of a horse. Rachel you’re making your goals come true and I’m here for it.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you 🥹🥹🥹.

[@TheMademoiselleMe]

I just have to say - as someone who struggles with depression and anxiety myself- this channel of yours and your videos have become such a safe space for me.. you don’t even understand! It’s peace, it’s happiness and it’s accepting yourself and be beautifully broken. And I have been watching since you build that concrete vanity in your ex boyfriends house (maybe even before that) - I never would have thought that we would be here now But I’m so glad we are. Respectfully in the best way- you are a beautiful desaster ❤ and it helps me come to terms with me not being perfect So THANK YOU ❤ I’m rooting for you to get your girl home 💯

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You have no idea how much this means to me.

[@TheMademoiselleMe]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz Girl sameeee 🥹♥️

[@shirleycarter2451]

Omg Practical Magic is one of my top 5 movies.❤ Think we all know that Gracie is going to be the most spoilt horse ever, and that warms my heart.❤❤❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰 I hope she feels it.

[@mariannerady1137]

so glad to hear you're planning to get another horse. Have been worried that she will be alone, they do need other horses to be happy

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yes! After she settles and I settle, I'll be bringing hopefully a solid companion in for her.

[@denises9426]

Gracie has got to be the luckiest horse on the planet. Love this life you’re creating. And thank you as always for sharing your journey with us. 👑🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@myfathersdaughter324]

I love that you are building this for her with so much love and thought put into it. Even putting so much consideration to what she will be looking at says so much about how much she will be loved. 🥰

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰🥹

[@phosawelonewolf2886]

Best of luck on the barn. Sending you all love your heart can hold.

[@jackandlill]

God! I can relate to so much you share about being stuck - paralyzed by perfection etc. You are so lucky to be so close to nature (even if it is the desert - lol!) at least it's outside!! I'm up on the 3rd floor of a walkup in suburbia & I cannot make it out. I know that doesn't sound like a lot - but to me it might as well be 40 floors up! I'm grateful to have shelter & food. And good physical health (I know that's everything) as far as I know. No working vehicle right now & no laundry in 2 years (cuz that's another flight down) now a depression room w/a moth infestation. I really can't figure out why it's even worth it anymore? I really can't. I know there are so, so many that have devastating situations & horrific life situations - so I try to have perspective & be grateful. I still can't seem to find a way out of my apt or out of my head. Depression meds - no go after decades. Looking into alt solutions but money, transpo, effort. That all takes energy & don't have it. I've been trying to work TM & it does make a space for some forward movement. I'm just tired. Anyway, sorry to be so whiny - I just - I can relate to much of what you share Rachel. I've always heard Equine therapy is such Incredible medicine it's so nice that you have Gracie & will be bringing her home to her family w/your other fur & non human babies!! Though I know things are scary as shit when you can't always count on your emotional energy availability - but you will feed each other in that respect I imagine - which is just Wonderful!! You are so right - doing things in chunks & allowing things to breath & lead us to the next is a healthy way to live. Freedom from the mind is what I'm trying to achieve - just to be where my feet are. One day I feel hopeful, the next day I'm trying to figure out the most quick & pain free way to end it. I know we are all just out here trying to get by one day at a time. I feel that the Pandemic & of course other things have added this heavy layer of energy over our world - I feel so much for all of my human brothers & sisters & wish we could all feel better. Much love & power to you sister!! 💖💫💪

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I am here for you however I can be! I'm sorry it's so hard right now but I promise it gets better.

[@jackandlill]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz Thanks!

[@lindadelacy9330]

♥♥♥♥ You're doing GREAT!!! All the colors are gonna be so fun in the stable. Good to see you!

[@scribblypuns2577]

I love the yellow paint/wood stain combo! The white couch in the barn was a surprise but I see the vision! So excited to see where you go from here😁

[@ericafontana6424]

you are actually so awesome, like girl you built that barn!!! amazing, might be cheesy but I am proud of your growth and effort

[@raquelfernandez463]

Hi Mija.My name is Raquel.I been Praying for you and your family, friend's that you and them are doing Well.I Pray you keep getting better, better and keep doing good with your Life.Love you Rachel.And I Pray we all get to see you again.At your time when you are ready again.And you did a great Job and your friend to Please thank them for me for Helping you.❤.🙏.

[@user-dg6mn7lb8k]

❤good job Girlie Love you so much

[@jessicapower8585]

Wow, I love how you're making the barn!!!! So motivating ❤❤❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!! 😊

[@Milquetoast702]

Wow this vid for me was so emotional in the best kind of way. I cant wait for Gracie to come home. And Darla I hope I remember her name right sounds amazing!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

She really is.

[@lorrainemasters289]

Thankyou for letting us in and going on your journey- as someone who struggles with some adhd- i see myself in you alot- all the projects started and not a complete finish on them- ive had to come to terms with it and quit beating myself up- i was an alcoholic most of my adult life- sober now- its fearful tackling and completing a project- i never finished college- i couldn't stay focused- now so many years later i found i play a game kinda with myself and make it a fun challenge to see something through to furition. But i do it my way and ive learned to be kind to myself-

[@couiiz6344]

Watching your videos and being able to follow these steps of your life feel so so great❤ thank you for sharing, xo

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for being here!

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

This is the most Rachel video

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

😳❤️🥹 thank you.

[@GloriaG1972]

I am overjoyed for you and Gracie. ❤❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! 🥹

[@cherylbasil1656]

Lots of luck with your barn!

[@deidrealexander2382]

I simply adore the human you are because loving an animal is a precious feeling, being loved by an animal is by far more precious. They are also fantastic at judging us humans. I feel most humans cannot replace most animals with honesty

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Animals > humans

[@zanesutherland406]

Love that you saved the original barn! It’s full of character and you can maintain that history while adding your own twist to it. Lots of progress. The barn couch reminds me of how I really want a porch couch some day. When my parents upgraded their old couches they had them on their deck for a few days when I was young and I had the best time napping and reading books outside.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰

[@justmejen3068]

Super exciting🎉🎉

[@jenniferfisher530]

I love Leo 🐖! He's so naughty. He looks like he has bangs. I can't get enough of him. Thank you for all your love and care you give your animals. They are lucky to have you.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's so incredible.

[@ginasmitasin479]

My eldest granddaughter (11) has been riding for 3-4 years and loves horses. First thing I thought today is Em needs to watch this. I keep telling her if she really wants horses she will have them, she just needs to make a plan. Love the couch/bed in the barn!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰❤️

[@Mickey-bd4hi]

Thank you for still posting on KZbin. I don’t use the other platforms and I love seeing your projects ❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yay! Once a week is my goal.

[@RilieOneill]

I genuinely get so excited to watch your videos. I’m so happy I found your Channel years ago bc each video you inspire me! After your ceramic wheel room remodel I decorated my room inspired by you. I think you’re the coolest gal. I’m so excited and happy for you getting so close to bringing Gracie home! Always supporting and rooting for you Rachel!💚

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@warmbreeze43]

You are doing amazing

[@laurasamaniego5274]

Omg I love the kool barn house / human liveing space! What a wonderful idea!

[@melissabrey8498]

I've been seeing the updates on insta and I'm SO excited on you bringing Gracie home!!! When is the big day? I am on pins and needles!!! So invested :) :)

[@sandrag237]

Love seeing you happy Rachel and excited about Gracie's new home 🐎♥ Can't wait to see the big day .....sending blessings your way amiga

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@katieriegelman1868]

Yay! Do your thing- love yourself and your companions! You are doing great my friend

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Always!

[@moda78z]

I’m so excited for you, Rachel! ❤️

[@AvatarAnt420]

I am so excited for this part! I already know the place is gonna be so nice, its gonna be exciting to see the horse more often in the videos😊😊😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I can't wait to share

[@theoriginalsunking]

Your videos bring me such joy and comfort. I look forward to them whenever you are able to upload :)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you 🥹.

[@angelaortiz3406]

Everything is looking good❤

[@robincivis9501]

You built a shh-wanky horse condo and I love it!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@veronika4896]

You are The Big Kind Heart! 🤟❤ I wish you luck and be brave in your projects) Amazing place, amazing girl) Nothing inspires change like Rachel! I thought, that desert is boring, but you change my mind!!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!!

[@MyLovelyTexasHome]

Wow! This is amazing, Rachel!!! Horses are so beautiful! ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@silviediotte2048]

Magnifique as always hugs from California

[@stoneymads]

YESS❤️❤️❤️

[@7love29]

So sad to hear about the financial struggles you’ve had! I feel like I just assume all creators are loaded! Hope your KZbin fam can help you grow even more so you and the animals can thrive!! We love you!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@its.me_cheri]

So proud of you ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@angelamarks3050]

I love watching your videos.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I love that you're here!

[@meghanburgess3115]

I was watching something else and then I saw the title and was like « omg we’re bringing her home » as if I was the one helping 😂😂😂

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha you guys are! You have made it all possible.

[@valerarte3492]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@sammybrown4680]

🐎❤ AWESOME ♥️🐎

[@latonyagreathouse7235]

Hi Rachel I have been enjoying your videos for some time new here and live it here💜✌️🙏

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for being here!

[@tiffanygonzalez7233]

A lot of cords are now made with soy! So animals (especially rodents) love them!

[@solsantiago9675]

❤

[@kathybell4878]

Great video! Gracie is going to be so happy! I kept thinking you were going to introduce the cute young man who was helping.......DId I miss that part? Or do we meet him next time? :)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I mentioned him throughout the video 🥰

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Phucks yeah, I'd be sleeping out there with my horse!!! Colors work well together SuperCat!!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

[@ginajennings1664]

I love the southwestern colors you are choosing. Horses are so beautiful and worth all time, hard work, and money. Can a horse be a soul mate? Honest question.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I think she's mine 🥰

[@mael2039]

As someone who grew up in horse stables my entire life all I can think about is how grimey and gross that couch would get in our stables even though we clean up multiple times every day

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I mean it's already grosse in my abandoned trailer and make sure you do what works best for your barn ❤️

[@mael2039]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz oh we have a bed in our barn, too. It's like a high bed so it's two? super duper dusty but still nice to have especially for a quick lunch nap during a full day of working in the stables.

[@ellison2024]

I have been wondering for a while why you don’t use Patron or buy a coffee? I am coming from a place of thanks.

[@5CCH]

Do horses need metal fence? What about a wood fencing is it cheaper?

[@RebeccaaBagley]

Wood can be expensive also plus then you have the potential for horses to start cribbing (chewing on the wood and getting mouth splinters). A cheaper idea might be for her to buy old pipes and weld them into a fence!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

As mentioned in the beginning of the video, I'm spending $3,500 on 4 rail 24ft long metal horse panels ❤️

[@ririley13]

What eye patches do you use?

[@kaylab6301]

Rachel with your little butty lol love that you are getting right back to it you go ❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha thank you!

[@laurasamaniego5274]

Good morning beautiful ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Good morning!

[@meshiawriter]

Rachel, you're amazing, funny, kind, creative, and brave... But girl-- as your parasocial bestie who you've never met I gotta say-- hire a contractor. Have a team of professionals come and help you with these deeply involved projects. There is no shame is asking/hiring professional help here. Youve been a one-woman show too long. Branch out and collab with pple who share your vision. I believe you'll be so happy you did. Godspeed, ❤ you're Internet friend

[@tanyawhite9981]

why do horses have those face masks on? is it for flies or to keep them calm? how much can they see through it?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Flies! And kinda like sunglasses to protect their eyes from the sun

[@neshapr]

Guuuurrrl you need a hard hat and your PPE, safety gal here 🤚🏻👷‍♀️. Love your content, just be careful, you expose your health too much 🤗😘

[@user-vp4vg4xn8x]

Can someone educate me about Rachel's animals. Who is Darla and Gracie and Carla. Ive been following her for a while but Ive lost track of the animals. Thankyou!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's all kind of a storyline! Just watch the videos since my dog passing and it'll make sense

[@alexandraines3796]

Hello Rachel. First of all, congratulations on what you have done and for sharing, especially, the hardest parts of the process. I remembered something, I remember seeing in your videos, in the past, your drawings, of your projects, with the idea... and I have the idea that you stopped doing this. Maybe it's for decorating a bedroom, a living room... it doesn't matter if it looks really bad and then you have to redo it. But in this case, where you are going to receive a being for life, it might not be a bad idea to go back to the drawings, the project, before starting the works. It's an idea. Huge kisses.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

? I do sketch all the time just don't show it here.

[@mariamacanufo4120]

Wow !! The bed couch is pretty but to dirty !!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Well it's been abandoned in my trailer for two years haha 😆

[@atlasphere]

always🤍

[@colleenlynch5370]

You are so blessed. You have more to be thankful for on your tiny finger than most have in their whole world. I have to bounce from your channel because I feel more depressed after watching your sporadic episodes. Bless others with sunshine and gratitude and sunshine and gratitude will bless you in return. I wish you well but I have to limit my viewing time to positive vibes. God Bless.

[@mintmelville2687]

Did she just put a white couch in a barn

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

In MY barn? Yes I did 🥰 it's been sitting in a trailer abandoned for two years. Trust the process of the makeover though 🙏🏼 even if it isn't ideal for YOUR barn

[@Denktier]

the only thing your barn lacks is a horse companion for gracie. in my country it is considered animal cruelty (by law) to keep a single horse.

[@Suzzy_Wanja]

She said she'd be getting Gracie a companion once they've found their own flow and groove.

[@Denktier]

@@Suzzy_Wanja gracie will need a companion right away and a lot more than the "flow and groove", so i do hope she will find her one within a at arrival or within a couple of days

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I explained why I wouldn't be doing that "within days" in the video ❤️.

[@Denktier]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz i hear you, but it does not change the fact that a horse needs a companion, they are heard animals and science has shown that after only 30min without another horse's company stress levels increase.

[@Denktier]

herd animals, of course

[@loraineswwworld]

You are such a bad ass lady. Do you realize you just built a stable for a horse BY YOUR LITERAL SELF???

[@loraineswwworld]

IN A BIKINIIIII?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

This 🥹

[@mael2039]

Are you gonna have other horses to keep Gracie company?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I mention this twice in the video ❤️

[@user-vp4vg4xn8x]

Also, i don't disrespectful but Rachel talks alot about her mental health issues which i love, can anyone tell me about it if she has shared it before.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

In every video of my desert chapter specifically the one where my dog died

[@Kellykittymom]

Guiurrrrl, you are beave putting a white couch in the barn.😬

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Trust the process! 🙏🏼

[@yoli8964]

I know you are a badass woman and want to do it all by yourself but please get help sometimes! Ask for help! It will help to heal you and give you inner strength! Its great to have a team or just another person to help you build stuff! I wish I could come and help! 😅

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Help isn't always around and if you saw, I had help this episode 🤍

[@anna.l8829]

I'm getting kind of tired hearing "do I deserve Gracie and what not" why would'nt you? Are you a good person with the best intention and a good heart? Probably yeah! So stop telling yourself you don't deserve things in life. Non of us are perfect.We all feel like crappy,shitty and worthless people sometimes but that does'nt mean we don't deserve what makes us happy.Start telling yourself you deserve to be happy and you will be. ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's easier said than done when undoing trauma responses xx

[@anna.l8829]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz I don't know what you have been through and I'm in no way trying to minimize it. Things are always easier said than done. I myself have been through hell and it has damaged me for sure, but whatever life has put us through, it is possible to learn new ways of thinking to handle the pain, the worry and the struggle. I do go dark sometimes, but I'm still trying to strive forward. Whatever happened to you Rachel, you deserve Gracie, your friends, success, happiness and so on, you dooo!!! Remember that ❤️

[@mzfitmama2361]

What I noticed while you build this and prepare for the sweet girls barn is that I can see you healing. ❤️‍🩹🥹 like as if your getting a light brighter than before, the way you speak about her is just so rad and beautiful. The in all the preparations the cost, sweat, time ,dedication of each piece of wood, cuts, screws. She is going to love you even beyond because she can feel how much love and work you have done to make her feel home. Woohoo so excited for you!!!!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

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[@buffytheinternetbullyslayer]

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