a week on the farm | grit, growth & golden sunsets 🌵

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Um hi, three things… 1. Please if you would be so kind and do me a favor giving me input about what you’d like to see: bit.ly/49cig1a 2. I say Wednesday because I fell asleep uploading this yesterday but Wednesday's will be our days baby! 2. I'm making my favorite potatoes with those corn flakes

[@conifercrow]

Rachel...? How do you make *potatoes* out of *Corn Flakes*? I feel like this requires the use of a cauldron and possibly an arcane incantation or two.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

@@conifercrow I am dying 😂

[@devonfinch3725]

Please continue vlogging! No need to put pressure on yourself to finish projects in time for upload day. Pretty sure we’re all just here to watch your journey, not necessarily for the finished projects. I’m so loving the Gracie content

[@devonfinch3725]

By the way, the favorite band questions on the survey weren’t working for me, I couldn’t write the names

[@ItsSamPalmer]

Agreed! Plus, when you break down the projects, we get to anticipate the episodes. 🫶🏽 Continue to create not check things off your list.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!!

[@barbaragarvin6251]

I like this format. You seem more positive. Enjoy yourself, and then we will also.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

❤️

[@cozyplantlady8044]

I feel like you don’t give yourself credit for the calmness you bring to us. Regardless of how boring you may think it is. It’s very relaxing time spent with you. You encourage us and inspire us. You are never boring my dear.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you, that means so much to me!

[@Sun-l7v]

I looove seeing this kind of content from you. like others have said, I’m not necessarily here just for the projects, I just like seeing glimpses of your life and especially the animals! they are so precious. please keep vlogging, and don’t worry about making things perfect before posting. life isn’t perfect, and it’s not supposed to be

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹🥹🥹

[@DeeAlex2386]

Your loyal fans like myself have been around for many years and we will continue to be around for many more. I love your content, the vlogging, the animals, the projects and your journey. It’s what real life and real emotions are like.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

❤️❤️❤️

[@rebeccagaudette1313]

Love this new style Rachel!! Great direction.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@johnjaeger287]

Yes...Yes...love this "day in my life post" ... I'm watching because of your sense of humor, quick thinking, rapid fire thoughts, irreverence, creativity, love of animals, incredible sense of personal style...Keep going at YOUR pace...doing what you do...

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹🥹🥹

[@katieriegelman1868]

Love Rachel! I cried when I saw your true love and compassion for your animals. They know and give it back as no human could ever do. You inspire me to keep going and knowing that I can create this place for everyone to prosper. ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@TheHeidiFossen]

Makes me so happy every time you post ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Slowly but surely coming back

[@ashraffarassati6060]

Love this vlog style. Love love. And most importantly it’s a joy to watch you be joyful

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! That is the goal!

[@maeamber]

Love your videos and would love to see more of your life not just DIYs (: merry christmas! Leo really steals the show every time he is on camera 😂

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's such a babe.

[@AdriWiid]

Oh my goodness! What a treat to watch a vlog! You are NOT boring. The views are magic and the animals melt my heart! Love it all ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

[@denabarnett4144]

Big love and respect. Everything! Thank you xx

[@sydneybee9]

Just seeing you makes my day better, your vibes are the best. I don't even care what you are doing in the video❤

[@ggguillemette1375]

I LOVE GOATS !!!! Sorry I got excited... I really enjoyed this vlog! I'm sure we speak for everyone here in saying: take your time, we love seeing snippets of your life like this, no need for big renovations all the time! We want you to be happy!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Love you, thank you!

[@lechatbotte.]

I clicked as fast as I could. Merry Christina my favorite DIYer

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Merry Christmas! Thanks for being here xx.

[@deployed_overlander]

Rachel... You are a beautiful strong woman doing the very best in the situations that are presented before you in this life! Don't put the pressure on yourself to deliver something just for our entertainment. We ALL love watching your journey through life... through building a gorgeous HOMEstead or FARMstead... through the tough times and happy times!! I'm not sure about everyone else but I love watching your videos just to see what is new and exciting in your life out there in JT because that is my favorite place to just get away. It's so calm out there... it's just a place to reset and become grounded again. So... You Do You Girl!! We will all love and watch you no matter what!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you 🥹.

[@Damenschu2]

Hey Rachel, I hear a lot of people who vlog say, they do it because they want to record their life for them selves to look back on. Maybe it can help against the feeling of having to "deliver" something to us, the people who are watching. And just let yourself record yourself for us and for you to remember. I love to just learn about what you feet your animals everyday for example. that's not boring to me at all :D

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Love that perspective

[@SparkyHale]

I love this vlog style!! And I’m so happy to see glimpses of your projects!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yay!

[@ByeFelly]

Since you want a lot of light in your house, have you thought about putting tints (UV blocking) to at least keep it a couple of degrees cooler during the hot days.. I get the sun in my living room and kitchen everyday and it gets so hot that I put UV blocking tint and I’ve notice the difference.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh love that idea! Thank you!

[@jackieclark817]

Look at that joy you've brought to Leo! A saw a smile on his face during that sand bath. ❤️ You are at your best with your fur babies. You calm each other.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹❤️

[@mintmelville2687]

I love the vlogs!!

[@janelte]

This was worth it for the sunrise view out the window alone. I can't live this life but it is so lovely to imagine I could, and I so appreciate you slowing down, showing us what you do, appreciating the animals, the seasons, the view, the time ... thank you. It was delightful to share.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for being here xx.

[@Clovergirl7934]

I didn’t really understand what went wrong with the trailer. It would be helpful to know what you did wrong that you had to demo it. I was with you when you were renovating it so what happened?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I talked about it! The roof caved in and leaked right when I did the reveal and I left it since. Haven't had the budget to upgrade the roof but am getting a quote this month since it's out of my wheelhouse

[@kristirichards2249]

We love watching you doing whatever you wanna do. ❤ Happy you're doing well Rach!

[@madisonclements5693]

Here for your authenticity! Simple as that. Keep doing you Rachel!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Will do!

[@angelaortiz3406]

I love that you love your animals, beautiful❤

[@thebuilditbird]

21.52 is a absolute vibe!

[@amybeatty5526]

Im here for the "boring blog." Im here for what's easiest for you... cause you gotta have a revenue stream, and I love watching you live your goals.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for that! ❤️

[@Raven_13_13]

This was great! I love the vlogs! Remove that pressure from yourself because we’re just here to watch you and your farm family. The DIY videos are great but we can sometimes feel the stress that it puts on you. Vlogging still puts out fun content and you just get to enjoy the life you’ve created for yourself!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you ❤️.

[@yoli8964]

Your animals are so healing for you! I know, probably a lot of work just taking care of them but, its a good purpose to have! Gracie is feeling your emotions and giving you so much love! It makes me cry! Horses are such powerful and beautiful beings! ❤ keep on keeping on on, girl! 💪🏼

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

She's the best.

[@heatherrose2272]

🐐! 🐖! 🐔! 🐎! 🐶! Oh my 😊

[@Littlelizzylizliz]

I love the vlog style!!! So good.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks, I’m having fun with it!

[@plantsandsoilandsun9096]

+1 on encouraging the vlogging. I watch so I can feel like I am doing stuff on your homestead with you and relaxing with the animals etc. I don't care too much about a finished project. I like watching how you do things for the practical DIY knowledge, but equally love calm moments with the animals and in between boring moments.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate this.

[@o0bluemilk0o]

I'm sorry to hear you are no longer friends with those people. You've gone through a lot of change and loss but you're still here. You're also living a true horse girl life and I'm pretty jealous of that.

[@romy-3190]

Do you know who she was talking about exactly?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

❤️❤️❤️

[@littlerivercottage8558]

Very cool! Loved this 🫶

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@lorijoaaron7584]

Leo! 🥹 That Sweet Love Bucket. Great content, thank you for sharing.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You are so welcome

[@AgentEPZ]

We come to you to see the beautiful family you’ve grown, with your chickens and horse and pig and doggo and everything 😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

They’re my favorite part of the day!

[@latonyagreathouse7235]

Happy Holidays, Rachel ❤✌️🙏

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Happy Holidays! ❤️

[@marilisalugo]

Love the vlogs! ❤ we still here in your life , you’re loved ❤

[@kimsome8334]

I had no idea pigs wagged their tails when happy!! ❤❤❤ Your blogging is amazing, don’t stop!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@TeresaSlivinski]

I love the vlog and the animals.

[@lilyyummy]

Yesss I love the vlogs… 😭💗 you could do grocery vlogs, what I eat in a day, fun day in my life, a day in town (coffee shops/ cool spots)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh I love this! 🥰

[@roz6074]

Perfect timing!! Also Rachel, I swear you used to have a Patreon that I was a member of and then it went away. I hope you do make one up again!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I did but that's when I got into my depression and I just stopped uploading everywhere. I want to do it right and really lean into it as my creative outlet again

[@michellesutton802]

Awww 🥰 I love Leo’s nest!❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Me too 🥹

[@cecilianagy3562]

This piggy is a gem

[@MarvelousSara]

Girl! I think I know what’s getting at you. You seem to think you have to be a host and sort of “entertain us” the way you would in a structured show. And I love it. I’m here for it. It’s your personality that makes me laugh. But to help alleviate the stress, what I watch for is to be a fly on the wall of a life I wish I could be part of sometimes. It gives people a chance to feel like they’re your friend because we all want to be your friend. Anyway, point is you’re not boring. You’re incredibly intriguing because look at the wild life you built for yourself! It’s awesome! Don’t stress, don’t make it harder than it needs to be for yourself. We’re here and just curious what you’re up to. Love you lady! I was even talking about you to my friend last week when I did an overnight in Joshua Tree about “she lets this huge pig she has wander her house!”. Even just watching you feed your animals is so soothing. Just do you.

[@MarvelousSara]

Oof. Careful with the goats idea though. Just watched a video explaining why you shouldn’t get goats 😂😂😂

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha oh shit

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for this reminder!

[@moda78z]

Rachel, this was so much fun! I love hanging out with you and the animals, especially Leo at the ending 🤣😂. Pigs are so dramatic!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's such a drama king.

[@alex.s2023]

That’s a long survey! I don’t have time to take it so I’d say all the ideas are great but don’t bite off more than you can chew. You tend to seem to do that each year. Start small and be consistent. Best of luck!

[@striketochill]

Right? I think taking 2025 to focus on being consistent again on YT would be the move before expanding further. I foresee a burn out breakdown...

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@Parizianna]

Love love love 🥰 Such a fun and free video, you deserve to be relaxed! Side note re the goats they’re known to be escape artists so sending you lots of good vibes fore when you take up their fencing 😂 xxx

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh god.

[@michellewiddop4638]

I found you through DIY content but I stay and watch for you, the animals, your surroundings, and as much as I don't want anyone to be hurting, showing the raw emotions through trying to exist and work while going through something difficult is probably helping more people than you realise. Keep going, I'd honestly just watch you doing farm chores if that's all you had the bandwidth for 🐴🐖🐕!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹 thank you.

[@AlliMcKenzieM]

You could post anything and I’d watch immediately. Love ya 🫶

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹

[@kleinesren7064]

wait - hold up - there is definitely more than one horse on the property. Who are the other beauties?! Did I miss a memo?! Love the vlog style, but I love anything you put out anyway. Thank you for sharing your life with us and just know that your content makes me feel less alone

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I mention who they are at the beginning of the video 🥰

[@kleinesren7064]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz that went right over my head, oh no! Thanks for letting me know

[@TeresaSlivinski]

I just love Leo. Does he drag the blankets and printer paper to the closet himself? 😂 And Gracie is sweet!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yes! Haha

[@janelte]

Because you asked, others I watch with some things in common with you, your channel, or your approach: Anna Lindgren, beige flannel, Benita Larsson, benjiplant, Campfire Stories, Felix Shelhasse, Issey Roquet, Jenna Phipps, Kathleen Illustrated, Laura Kampf, Makari Espe, Martijn Doolard, Mathilde Henrikson, Rajiv Surendra, Restoring La Chartreuse, Shaunna Rochelle, Simone Giertz, The Land of Slow Living, Van Neistat. I promise I don't spend all day every day on KZbin, but it is my only social media and I don't do much other screen time.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@moda78z]

Good evening Rachel & animals! 👋🥰

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Hello!!

[@gooze_design]

leo is hilarious

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He really is.

[@BoudicasQuest]

you have a new roommate!

[@mariannerady1137]

I cannot fill out some fields on the optional extra questionnaire (fav brands), just letting you know

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Let me check on this!

[@Emma_Wright]

Love your arm tattoos :) Stay mild

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Wild* I hope it doesn't say mild! Haha

[@Emma_Wright]

@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz hahaha omg that was auto correct I swear 😂😂

[@evelyncarrion9120]

Drama King, he is…. LOL 😂 Love all your videos ❤

[@janelte]

I am with Leo on the drama, if that is how my doctor or pedicurist or hair dresser had to go about it ... throw me on my back and grab the bit in need of treatment 😬 I have been watching those hooves grow longer and wondering whether they need trimming, and I am so glad he has lucked out with a caring person like Rachel to look out for him

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's crazy because when they first did it I was like whoa wait. Pigs also are only supposed to get trimmed once a year and I've had him trimmed four times since February he's a super grower and the previous owners never had him trimmed.

[@ardismedia4139]

👑

[@vicksoth]

I love any and all your content but like many are saying don't put pressure on yourself!! Make it authentic to you and what you feel like doing. Weekly vlogs could be super fun and you can easily incorporate diy/home reno content in them so it doesn't feel like it's to much of a rush project.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

So right and so excited to continue vlogging!

[@Nicolee1973]

If I come back as an animal, I want you to be my mom!❤ Leo rolling in the sand was too cute!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's such a babe.

[@TheLifeOfACreator]

I’m sorry it cost you so much money with that trailer the very least this year lessons to get you where you need to go. The beautiful thing about building things is it can be a temporary or as permanent as you want it to be. Finding ourselves amongst what we make. I love that you’re making it vlogs. It takes the pressure off of being perfect. By the way nobody thinks that their lives are interesting when they first start vlogging. But people stick around. I guess we’re all nosy people. 😂 It’s my favorite thing about KZbin. You really start to find your people.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha I'm excited to vlog more and see who my nosy people are

[@TheLifeOfACreator]

@ 😂 the nosy people are the most loyal people you can tell we care not just what they want to see to entertain them, but you at your core. ❤️

[@MatthewETurner]

Thank you so much! That was a very pleasant video, did a lot for me. What about the chickens? And....goats?

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Chickens will be in the next vlog! Need to overhaul their area bad

by the way huel is on the line good but if you want better go for purium

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh thank you!

[@tammy8050]

Ohh Leo, It's okay.....

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha

[@charleydegreeve9250]

Rachel, have you ever thought of doing a fundraiser to help your financial situation? I know I'd donate a little towards your videos and getting your renovations going! I'm sure others would want to help too! Please link one if you decide to do one❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! That's actually why I was curious peoples thoughts on Patreon with the survey!

[@whirledpeas5717]

Idea: reframe your channel name to mean a spectrum. From living Rachel to doing it herself remodel Rachel (and all the Rachels inbetween.)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It would definitely be a great way to broaden my content and love that feedback.

[@rochellegilman-mcginty4975]

Awww the Rochelle…. RiP It never works out for me… lol brb gonna go have a completely irrational cry over a something not even named after me or involving my life 😅😅😅🥹🙇🏻‍♀️ 🤦🏻‍♀️ In all seriousness though I so love your animals & little farm you’re growing 🖤🌵✨👷🏻‍♀️👩🏻‍🌾

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@jankaaishakovacs7714]

Girl you are a champ! If I would have a property full with animals I would cuddle and kiss them all day long. I would give a fuck about othert tasks and projects 😂 I am here for the animal content! It was nice to see you working with Gracie!!! ❤🎉

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha 😆

[@terrypierce693]

Loved the inside of the trailer but know you had to do what you did

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Exactly.

[@katieburgins1951]

The vlogging is great! I enjoy seeing your desert life, your love of your animals, and even just small creative projects/updates to your little slice of paradise. The big projects are still fun, but don’t feel the need to shove that content at us before you’re ready. I find your videos soothing and relaxing-I hope you can share that same energy. Don’t stress!

[@jackieclark817]

Rachel, the glimpse that you provided about your personal life and shedding friends was very poignant. It happens with all of us. We need to acknowledge the growth within ourselves before we form new friendships. And regarding the glimpse into your financial situation, consider if you really need that trailer and to do a full renovation on it. Perhaps you sell it and spend that money on other renovations.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I wish I could sell it but the thing is stagnant and smushed into the sand haha. I'm going to turn it into a traveling vet home since we're lacking that out here equine wise

[@MarleeCM]

Please please please do not leave your horse loose with a rope halter on. It can get caught and will not ever break and they can seriously Injure themselves or even break their necks. I know there is so much to learn but her safety is most important

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I took it off as you can see! I never do that typically so not sure why I did that here

[@amys3168]

Don’t get goats! They will kick your butt. They are too smart for their own good. They’re as tough as nails and then delicate! They die so easily. Gawd. Never again.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Oh no, okay noted.

[@beatricemckisset1128]

❤🎉😊

[@Les3Frangines]

Congratulations on being the Esmeralda of the Joshua Tree! You should use denser, natural materials that blend well with this environment and your animals.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I've been recycling the material here on the property but am excited to see where it goes