Lighting Up Our House

[@philiplaing6904]

Thanks for my Sunday fix. Being able to have fun with your children is really what life is all about!

[@christopherdavis7821]

I'm living vicariously through your family. What you two are doing for your children is amazing. They will be SO CLOSE with one another as adults, because of their upbringing. You two are awesome parents.

[@donnamorris2993]

All I kept thinking about whilst watching this video, was how you're kids will have kids of there own one day and they'll all look back at these videos and see the hard work but fun times you all had. What a wonderful thing that will be to share these memories with them

[@vanessas2454]

I hope the kids don´t mind being featured like this on the internet. These videos preserve fond family memories for sure but they are all very public as well.

[@vanessas2454]

@Kim Smith - No, I´m not a newcomer. I have followed this family ever since they cleared the trees from the building site. The family is lovely, the parents obviously do a great job - both in building their home and raise their children. I admire their work ethic, their skills and their family dynamic. I know that they have never shown anything inappropriate, and I´m sure they never will. However - they have invited the world into their home, they show intimate details of their family life, they feature the children as they grow up. My point is that this is at the expense of every family member´s privacy and anonymity. Once on youtube, it´s there for anyone to see, anytime, and the internet doesn´t forget (even if the family choose to delete their videos later). I simply wonder if the kids mind that kind of exposure. And while they may not mind it now, it´s not certain that they won´t ever mind having been exposed. It´s not primarily about whether the content is embarassing or not, it´s just that leading a public life has it´s downsides. After all, this is their private life that´s being made public, it´s not their professional life or some kind of act. I am aware that they are far from the only ones doing this kind of blog/vlog thing about how they live but I think it´s near impossible to judge the impact this might have in the future. It´s impossible to judge for the adults, let alone for the children (if they´ve been asked at all).

[@louisedavidson7775]

I'm thinking of all the 'hover' parents out there having a fit seeing all that your children do and that they are left to do their own thing. Love how you are raising your children to be independent and confident. We raised our boys that way and they are great adults. Keep up the good work.

[@ai4px]

Those “hover” parents are probably the 65 down votes! Lol. I grew up like this... making forts in the woods.

[@CheleBoxy]

These kids are having the BEST childhood and will have so many wonderful memories because they are outside physically doing things instead of virtually on a game console. I, myself helped my brother build a "fort" with the neighborhood kids in the undeveloped part of our development. We spent HOURS hanging out in and around that little fort. *sigh* 😊

[@sebell69]

yea when you did NOT need "play" dates the wonderful times, make forts, walk on the creek w/o worrying what was in the water, unsupervised play time! I am glad you guys put chains on the hammock I dont think it would have survived all of that alternate testing with just ropes! 8)

[@ptaylor4923]

@@ai4px when I was about 5 my dad took my cousins and I down near the creek and we took logs and sticks and made a huge tee pee. Four of us crawled in and I stuck my head out and asked Dad if he was coming in, too. He got this really weird look in his face and said he'd wait outside. I went back when I was older. Dang thing was still there. I finally realized why my dad got the funny look on his face. It was so small it barely fit 4 five and six-year-olds. Dad sure wouldn't have fit. Things look so huge when we're kids. Bet mom and dad got a good laugh when he told her later.

[@brianwaskow5910]

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[@TheBackyardFox]

“The summer of fun”, you’ve earned it! 👍

[@davedammit5404]

Love this backing soundtrack! Your videos are funny, informative and well produced. Great family and critter crew! "Promise me we are not gonna go to the ER today!" Spoken like a great mom to her son.

[@SUPERSORNO]

I heard the ER statement form my mother A LOT! never once did i have to go.

[@Sunshine-ci6wx]

Wish more families could be like yours, wholesome and independent. Our Nation would not be suffering the pain is experiencing due to lacks of value and love of family. Hope your children continue your legacy. God bless.

[@billydeluca6776]

After all your hard work over the last couple years, you all deserve a fun summer.🐔🐓🐦🦃🦜🐿️🦮🐕🐆🐈🦊🌹🌷💥💯🥳😉🤭

[@preacherjohn7]

You are such an incredible respite on a Sunday afternoon especially with the nightmare that everyone is living through these days. I really appreciate you and your channel. Thanks!!

[@rmyerscmi]

It's remarkable how much your kids look out for each other. Even when there's nobody looking. ❤️🙂 Here's to the summer of fun!

[@thomasr1051]

the build is almost as inspiring as your relationship. Playful, curious, supportive. The family your building is amazing

[@jhall3106]

Not only do you bring each other joy and happiness, you bring those of us that faithfully watch your videos joy and happiness, too. Thanks for all you do.

[@edzinator8499]

great work guys, my OCD would level grade the earth under the home and rake out the ruff. i enjoy the videos and input for the materials options.

[@Northtide]

Lighting that crawl space is about the smartest thing I have ever seen. After spending many hours working in a crawl space with only a flash light ... WOW!

[@paulechols]

Smiles, every time y'all post!!! Fort building, hammock surfing, and tree climbing.. That's right living😀

[@terrynorris5037]

Best family show anywhere on any media, you are what every family wants out of life, work hard to get what you deserve and have fun along the way and love each other.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... 12:40 ... That shot of Chucky is priceless .... my life has become so hum-drum lately ,the scene of Erin taping over the pipe made me grin ,, wondered how long to get the response from Josh... .. these children have got a WONDERFUL LIFE off grid .... imaginations are allowed to flow always ... FANTASTIC PARENTS !! ..

[@virginiareid5336]

I really like the crawl space lights. That is such a great idea, if you need to go under the house.

[@kathyk9519]

Yea! Finally an episode. I can't ever have too much of your show. This exterior portion will be beautiful when done. Thanks for sharing the build, the happiness, and the funnies.

[@mikeelwood8626]

How very wise! Your greatest project is building a loving family.

[@ember2874]

You've made my whole day!!! I've been rewatching your older videos.❤

[@erikroberts8307]

So have I.

[@robinferguson1378]

Me too on both channels

[@sallykoch3681]

Doing killer work with the camera Erin, you've come a long way, enjoy your scenery shots. This us my first post, ever, since the very beginning. Got to tell you I love your parenting skills, you are building responsibility, closeness and love in your kids. Way to go mom and dad.

[@CoderToHomesteader]

I started my homesteading KZbin channel in part due to this channel, thank you for putting this content out and inspiring others! Been along for the journey since your family was in the sketchy trailer 🤣

[@TangoIndiaMike144]

Man thats awesome, just subbed to your channel. I'm a software developer myself, looking to convert a van into a mobile home and document the build etc here on YT. Have been really inspired by wildWonderfulOffGrid too. Gonna catch up with your channels content now, while there's still only a handful of videos ;)

[@paulinarios3665]

Awesome

[@DawnRaeB]

I'm working on my "escape" also. It has been an incredibly slow journey but it has been well worth it. Best of luck on your journey.

[@PastorRob77]

I love how you guys have fun, laugh, work, and play together. Even your animals like being around you. Big thumb's up!

[@mikevanderleest6526]

Been waiting for it all sunday. Thanks. You deserve that summer of fun!

[@jamesnichols9753]

It is good to have the time for the kids and you to have fun together. It has been a lot of work for you to take a break and get even more tired when playing with younger people. It is amazing to watch and enjoy their youth.

[@vinnieangelo2888]

the world needs more family's like this

[@MrNoclutch]

These times your children will carry in their memories and hearts, awesome parenting, I'll never forget the days on our farm with and without electricity, no TV, just books, and at night a radio playing CBS Radio Mystery Theater, sitting around the fire, swimming in the river or up at the lake, Ice Cream socials.

[@a1ibddd]

What an awesome childhood you guys are building for your kids. so much for them to do and explore.

[@Roger21989]

You guys have earned every bit of recreation you can squeeze in!

[@otakumagnet8106]

It's nice to see mom and dad got a toy to play on too. I love your property and what you are doing with it. Could you someday do a full explanation of how you handle your livestock for food/selling? Like, how many do you keep for food and how many do you typically sell. How long do you keep each type before butchering, etc. Nobody ever seems to explain that side of self-sufficiency. lol

[@N-Scale]

Man You all and the kids have a great life !!

[@kamilamichelferreirakamila6406]

Congratulations to wife and husband, thank you for sharing the day to day of this beautiful family. I'M From BRAZIL and I love your vídeos. 😊👏👏👏

[@LucianoIngrassia]

each time I'm more amazed of how far you've come at scripting, editing, composition, etc... super enjoyable top quality production Erin, congrats!

[@x35mmman]

I agree...I am a very detailed person and I see the slightest thing Erin puts in these videos

[@tjairicciardi9747]

these videos keep getting better, the mix of family, farm and building is perfect

[@kimwallace5276]

Your boys are so good to their little sister. Well done Mom and Dad.

[@adelaferreira4575]

At the end of the day it is all about family love ,enjoying your paradise after such hard labor journey what a wonderful reward !

[@soulis1000]

The kids are getting such a great childhood there, i remember my own childhood me and my friends was building forts in the forest all the time :) Good times!

[@rickjanicki3705]

Having your own forest to build forts and race round on four wheelers has got to be the best upbringing you can have! stay safe guys.

[@RS-ms1bz]

Just finished up our totally off grid cabin on our 98 acre West Virginia mountain land just outside of Keyser. It is nothing compared to your amazing home, but it’s so satisfying to know it’s finally finished after so much time, energy and commitment. There will always be more to do and things to add, but just knowing all the hard work has finally paid off. And you can’t beat the good old mountains of West Virginia.

[@sammarino9063]

Chuck is just the best. Loved this whole video. Y'all are awesome. Truly living life to the fullest. Play with your babies , enjoy all these moments, you will never look back on life and regret not working enough. ❤❤❤

[@marinadelrey1124]

You all deserve a Summer of Fun (before you start on the back rooms) and we look forward to going with you on a few trips. :)

[@dianalyman5950]

Aw, lady this is a good one. Beautiful little wood violets and little bean climbing trees.💐🌲

[@jennyshomo8932]

Very good idea for the lights, this shows the electrician's knowing the importance of lighting in such places

[@dennisbailey4296]

Your insulating your whole home so well has made a big difference on how much heat you need to use to make it comfortable. All the best from Canada

[@TheAWilloughby]

Love y'alls videos. I really like the way the editing has gone. You can tell WORK has been put in that area of the channel. And I love how Josh has relaxed more on camera. Good job y'all

[@aniabrandt7]

I love that u guy's always have fun as a family end off hard day of work. It makes a huge difference to live off grid

[@patrickmccuiston7762]

Yes to Fun! A Family that plays together stays together!

[@robertfrancis1796]

Your love for each other is so clear and awesome! Bless you (all five)!

[@hilal5982]

Your house is nice. You're so sweet as a family. I love watching you. Greetings from Turkey🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷💕💕😘😘😘😘

[@adrianamelo7009]

Wow. The puppies are big now. Josh is very skilled. Is very fun and instructive to watch.

[@MrClivelupo]

the shot of Ellie going downhill, climbing trees and catching up with the boys, brought me a smile. The thought´s of the woodfurnace are in my opinion a good decision. To timeconsuming and in addition of more batteries probaly not necessary. Now, when the crawlspace is closed with concrete it should make a big differnce in the winter months and with a heatcontroll and managementsystem for the underfloorheater together with the woodstove their should be enough heat for the cold months.

[@clement29ful]

WWOG uploads a new video : best time of the week !!

[@michellenelson7899]

Absolutely great to relax and have fun with the kids after working hard on the dream.Enjoy

[@daut2446]

I have the same Teryx and I take my 4 year old granddaughter riding on it all the time. Great fun and great memories. You guys are living the dream. Keep the videos coming.

[@margaretgreer3440]

You have so earned a summer of fun !!! It's amazing what you have accomplished together. It's Awesome!!!❤❤❤

[@annamaybeekman5152]

GLAD YOU GUYS ARE HAVING GREAT FAMILY ADVENTURES.... FAMILY IS EVERYTHING

[@johnlease7517]

I love this show. Watching the entire progression has been great

[@robertafunkhouser7535]

So happy to see you back! Love you all so much

[@jimmymiriamhadfield5755]

God bless you all with fun and laughter that is living as we were ment to do.

[@nicolehanshaw2783]

You guys have so much to do but it shows how much you love your kids every time you go and just have fun most people don't relieve how fast they will be grown and doing their own thing

[@jgivens1227]

So happy for you all, great times with the young ones. Please take care and be safe.

[@campingwithhomer7371]

Yippie! Bulk of the hard work completed! Time to enjoy some well deserved recreation!

[@erlindmusliu]

I realy realy realy missed you beatifull family working videos means how much i love you family and the work you doing as a family and a couple ❤️

[@garypickering974]

I know you are glad to have the sealing of the under house completed. It looks great and you will never regret putting lights in that space. The trail riding looked like a lot of fun. Yes, take time to enjoy what you have accomplished and the coming good weather. Stay safe and well.

[@ronwallace7563]

I love that ya'lls "UP HIGH" was about 3.5 ft tall!!!! You guys are awesome! Keep it up!!!

[@melaniedowell7064]

How your kids entertain themselves reminds me of my childhood. Your kids are very lucky to be able to grow up that way it will teach them a lot of lives skills better imagination and Miss Ellie you're as cute as a button and growing up way too fast. Much love to your whole family and God bless

[@sandravanlankvelt6537]

AWESOME AND THEN THERE WAS LIGHT....in the crawl space YIPPPPEEE GREAT JOB!!! God's blessings.

[@christophergalemore1644]

What a fun place to grow up!

[@sonyagregory5711]

You guys certainly have a way with animals. I've never seen such a sweet and tame turkey. I've never raised them either, buy there is something very special about all of you! I can feel it in my heart! I love every video! It makes me smile, laugh, and feel so good! Thanks for your good clean family content. It is very inspiring to watch everything that you do. Journey On!

[@hookdwell]

You guys are a breath of fresh air...Ellie, Chuck and all of you are amazing! That was a very difficult project under the house, but you both knuckled down and got it done! Awesome!

[@firstladyshah8971]

You & your family deserve every minute of it. Wow-what a beautiful place to ride. Have a great summer.

[@kristinerickson8350]

You two are PERFECT for each other!! I can imagine two people more perfect for each other!!

[@terrystephens1102]

A really entertaining episode, thanks, love seeing you two at play with your wonderful kids. 😃👌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@graskeygirls3850]

So proud of you both!! And the boys for watching their sister

[@Dano69891]

I look forward to your videos a big bright spot in my day. Thank you.

[@daveknott4563]

All I have to say is yes you can take and have a beer. Cheers friends! Also your house is a glorified fort and we all love it! Fun riding along, thanks for bringing us!

[@murrayhall908]

You all really deserve a "SUMMER OF FUN". Have a good one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Best wishes from Scotland!!

[@hillshepardson9537]

You guys are the Best!..Love your video’s

[@gfsrow]

My own experience was that once the structure is sealed underneath, as well as the walls (and possibly also the roof/ceiling), then the interior temperature variations were much more stable and much more easily controlled. (My cabin was 10' by 15' - basic box w/wood stove). I miss it! Love what you're doing! Marvelous! It's also nice to see the new green of springtime.

[@lloydwilliams8715]

Good morning Josh and family and all viewers. Pleasant Tuesday morning from Jamaica 🇯🇲🇯🇲. Thanks for another interesting video. Just love it

[@chickykahn3079]

Love you both and your family you 2 will have a lifetime of love and fun together today is my anniversary i have been with my wife for 26 years now and i can tell the way your wife looks at you and smiles while she is you will have a lifetime of happiness together

[@dennisackroyd5551]

Just love watching you guys and the kids! Stay Safe! Stay Healthy! Enjoy Life and keep these great videos coming! All the best!

[@stringjeans7035]

What a great life. Good things happen to great people. At least I get to watch.

[@suedorfman7138]

I was just checking to see if you had posted, and here you are👏👏👏🙏🏻

[@yanibeldarity1787]

Same 🤣🤣

[@kathyk9519]

Me too!

[@ayalienee8634]

Same here :D

[@jefferywirtanen1979]

Lov the show now some quality time with family because they grow up fast and time doesn’t stand still you all have earned some time off God Bless your beautiful family and StaySafe

[@robertrockwell7581]

Erin you and Josh you deserve the breaks after all you have done. warms the heart every time you take time with the kids and animals they will always remember this. everybody stay safe.

[@williamellis6975]

Doing a great job, thought of everything. That house is built like a tank. Im enjoying every episode

[@rlowrie]

Another great view into your family life! Thanks for sharing with us. I can imagine one of the kids starting to film their own adventures at some point.

[@martyclack8782]

Nothing like family fun after a hard days work.

[@vivianwilliams2216]

That was so much fun watching you guys riding though the trails! And the under house lighting looks nice ! 😊👍💕💕💕

[@joebaby555]

“Wine coolers and shaves his legs”🤣🤣. You guys are giddy after finishing the under the house... we love it !❤️❤️🙏

[@mikemmikem2758]

You definitely deserve some fun downtime. A vacation off the farm would be nice and you can worry about the farm, with all its' projects waiting, when you get back. I'm dying to see the deck getting started. Make it a really BIG one.

[@copdwarriormcdonald7968]

So happy for you all! Enjoy the Fruits of your Labor. Blessings from Da Sip aka Magnolia State!

[@thomasforthe9274]

Love your home and property. Always a pleasure watching.

[@Sampson2833]

Watching your daughter climb on the tree brought me such joy! I LOVED climbing in trees as a young girl! Really really enjoy your channel and what you share. Thank you.

[@jamesfleming6773]

What a brilliant family,those kids have the best life.👍🇬🇧

[@autumnsun7379]

Spring growth! New growth! The beginning of a new year new!

[@samantha6554]

Love the new playlist and Erin - the photography and variety of different clips, 😁🇬🇧👍

[@leslietarboxjr4287]

I so love watching the two of you working together but taking the time to fool around and have fun. Great job. Your children are so blessed to have parents like you who let them do things on their own and play together. They will be very close to each other their entire lives because of that. You are amazing parents and it shows in the love that your kids have for you. Well done.

[@fatihcolak422]

greetings since we started to build a triangle house, I have been following and watching you with pleasure. You have created a wonderful and wonderful story with a team spirit and family togetherness. I'd love to visit Turkey phrases you away if I were you I'm close. Do not give up your dreams, life is worth living We love you, goodbye 🙋🙋🙋