#76 Building an Arched Doorway

I'm continuing building up the utility cabin / doghouse / pantry (it's been used in different ways), making an arched doorway and laying the beams. The weather is really nice this week, so I'm going for a walk to the river.
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Music in this video: For Juni by Christopher Wohrle
0:00 A walk to my neighbour
3:02 Digging out the floor of the utility room
7:38 Floor insulation
10:26 Pouring the floor
16:53 Talk about eggs
19:20 Final smoothing on the floor
22:16 Making a form for the arch
26:38 Talk about the arch
31:39 Car trouble
33:06 The key stone
35:28 Preparing the beams
36:54 Morning at the river
40:30 Working on the walls
44:25 Binding up the tomato plants
46:28 Cleaning the kitchen
48:22 Painting the beams
49:07 Seeding grass in the septic area
50:56 Cow invasion
53:30 Outro monologue

[@kevinrittershaus9380]

"Focus on the moment and the process and not so much on the goals"...well said.

[@plainnpretty]

Nice way to live

[@janetdiaz8916]

The arched doorway has unusual strength, in the way it is built. A very good idea to place in that setting. And, of course, they are beautiful.

[@jbuckley2546]

Only if you wanna get nothing done.

[@alisonsykora]

This.

[@daveb7999]

​@@jbuckley2546 LOL, 'not getting things done' is, apparently, not the case with Martijn.

[@wayneevans3342]

I agree on the work planning. For years I worked as a builder, so there was always a schedule targets and a living/profit to consider. Now I only build by myself and for myself, so it's finished when it's finished. I'm much happier this way!

[@cephalopodx7587]

You are building wealth (peace of mind is also wealth in our world)

[@Autunite]

Agreed, I'm renovating my house and I'm glad I can do most of it myself in my own pace. My motivation comes and goes, but I have all the time I need so I don't need to push myself too hard.

[@DingleDingleCasil196]

Respect for those who DI WISE their HOMEs GREAT LOVE is IN IT.

[@vickiwalker3486]

Beautiful land and your way of work and understanding is lovely, Martijn.

[@donaldenderle6036]

Good plan 👍 I like building my on my own & when I hire someone for help it seems not always good as I would have done it or too much $

[@dyer2cycle]

I can't believe he doesn't have a million subscribers yet...one of the best channels on YT.

[@AgrippaMarcus]

It's the best channel on You Tube IMAO !

[@christineadams3649]

Spam account ☝️

[@skeena59]

He will, eventually. Give it time.

[@cherylmoss3632]

DON'T agree. Its just a series of cliffhangers. Pleasant enough but no end RESULT seen. I LIKE TO SEE A COMPLETED FINISHED PICTURE.

[@MrDarkGhost]

He needs to make a short. Something quick with one of his shoots... That's how social media trends.

[@gwenerikson7356]

❤.. Martijn I need to tell you just how important your video each week is to me . I know you have a huge following and I am one little person of no consequence..but I so enjoy all that you do . I was raised in the country and love the sound of wind whistling through the tree leaves, the cow bells ringing, the little chatter of the chickens , and you ..sawing , measuring , creating .. it’s all so Beautiful ..thank you ! 😊💕🇺🇸

[@michaelmottlau5941]

You have you own very unique style of living and creating your wonderful videos. They are often very calm without to many words, but in that silence there are many wonderful and beautiful sounds of nature and the bells from the cows. It leaves an inner space for the imagination of the viewer and provide a deep relaxation. When you visited the "waterfall" with the very old overdue wooden bridge, I even sense some of the long gone people, who use to live in these areas during the last 100-300 years. I wish you a lovely summer. Kind regards from Copenhagen, Denmark😊

[@kerriew3293]

Beautifully stated. I find these videos so calming as well!

[@torchup]

A comedy reference for many of us from the States: This video had just the right amount of cowbell. 😊 Martijn is simply a joy to discover on KZbin.

[@belle6219]

🤣🤣🤣

[@aamlam]

Haha! Loved the SNL reference with cowbell! It’s a beautiful natural sound of the region’s farm animals.

[@kathyboudreau-henry1717]

Everytime I hear a cowbell, the Saturday night live skirt pops into my head. "We need more cowbell" is actually a good philosophy for our lives... Now that we've watched Martijn.

[@khunmikeon858]

@@aamlamyou just lost the 96% of folk that don’t live in USA with your SNL reference 😕.

[@Pilot333]

@@khunmikeon858 SNL = Saturday Night Live... ok. And Cowbells on SNL? I just have to take your word for it.

[@gordonchapman5654]

I don’t know at which I marvel most, Martijn’s videography skills or his building skills. Both are incredible and a joy to behold.

[@uncleryze5049]

@@maruiacancer6 best of luck with your treatment. I hope you are finding the videos as a way to keep your mind off the bad out there, You got this!

[@connyvanacquoy7179]

And his painting skills!

[@gordonchapman5654]

@@connyvanacquoy7179 Martijn is truly our renaissance man! Don't forget his sewing skills and design skills. 🙂

[@deidaguerrero9094]

​❤

[@td3228]

في دوله انت تعيش لاني بدأت اتابعك من السعوديه بلد عربي 😊

[@mariarichmond4179]

Your place, your pace, your peace. So relaxing watching the progress you are making. 😊

[@dannyd4482]

The opening scene is like an oil painting. A true Dutch Master at work. 🙏

[@dannyd4482]

@OfficialMartijnDoolaard12 I was sat very close to the TV as the episode started. The flora & the leaves along the bottom section were almost brush stroke like. Would make a wonderful oil painting scene to get lost in (I'm not a painter). 👌. Enjoying the weekly Masterclass in videography and journey into your world. DannyD. 🙏

[@greg1474]

I wish the Italian regulators would watch Martijn’s videos and see the care, time, and love he is putting into these structures. Perhaps then they would allow him to make practical and respectful changes such as adding or widening windows, connecting the two cabins with a glass corridor (one of Martijn’s original concepts), and other changes. Instead, they tie the hands of people who wish to improve upon and save these historic structures by making it cost prohibitive to do so while wrapped up with mountains of bureaucracy. 😢

[@katerinasimonelli6957]

You are absolutely right! I live in the other part of Italian Alps and I myself have a baita which I've been rebuilding. I've seen many baitas rebuilt with legaly added new windows and other spectacular stuff. That's why I'm quite surprised that he couldn't do so. The authorities let you even add some square meters for a bathroom. It might be different from region to region. However , I agree that the regulations are crazy.

[@marcellusaurelius7516]

I live in Spain and laugh . I am Dutch .

[@Theguys1]

It’s a balance. Regulations ensure that the future will be the preserved past. Martjin is an excellent example of keeping respect for the spirit and character of the buildings. Otherwise, someone would be putting in a jacuzzi and making a spa! It takes a certain type of person to respect what has been.

[@susanhamilton1822]

It's the same everywhere. Far to many do nothings running things.

[@catherinejohnson4889]

The purpose of reviewing projects and resisting exterior changes is so these historic buildings can be understood, years from now, as simple stone volumes built to last for centuries and extraordinarily, built by hand. Respecting the regional architecture, building by building, gives the whole area great value, instead of one example here or there. A glass corridor would be antithetical to the stone construction - the technology of masonry construction means beefy walls and small openings. Glass is the opposite. Additions and adjustments are possible, they just need to be made within the language.

[@ritaspeers1259]

A hundred years from now, someone will be appreciating and admiring all of the work you are doing now. It will be wonderful to watch you enjoying the completion of it in just a few short years!

[@Noniinthebush]

Let’s hope it’s in less than a hundred years! 😂

[@benscheidhastoomuchtosay2094]

What a satisfying episode! The arch looks really good. That river scene could win an award. So beautiful.

[@sandraenglar]

After such a hard day’s work of building that beautiful arch way, you certainly deserved that mentally and physically refreshing walk on the smooth river stones! What an incredibly beautiful spot to renew one’s spirits! I so enjoy your posts each week and look forward to Sunday evenings to see what you have accomplished for the week. Writing from Atlanta, Georgia, US.

[@MrLemmy765]

You are as punctual as a Swiss watch with this wonderful video to brighten our weekend👍 Warm greetings to you and everyone on the channel I send 👋 Enjoy that beautiful beauty 👋🤠

[@maryannguess7115]

Aaaaww MARTIJN is better than a fine PATEK PHILLIP WATCH..❤ITS SUNDAY Y'ALL, ITS MARTIJN, ❤,ITS TOUR DE FRANCE❤❤❤😊😮❤GOSH WE ALL HIT THE JACKPOT..GOOD MORNING Y'ALL..ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF EACH DAY..WE ARE ALL BLESSED..❤.🎉.😊.❤

[@tomcartwright1610]

Myself and my 3 year old daughter look forward to watching your videos each week. They're truly remarkable, thank you!

[@stonedesign1]

As a stone mason, you really have done a good job matching the original pattern. Well done!

[@blink182joel]

What about a keystone for the arch? Doesn’t he risk the stones falling, when the arch comes under the weight of the stones above?

[@TheGarnetObsidian]

@@blink182joel Martijn explained this in the video. 😊

[@robinievoli5085]

Such a peaceful video Martijn! You accomplish so much each week and still take time to enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work!

[@AreRisnes]

Yes yes yes. Finally! This is exactly what we look forward to every single weekend. Everything about van Doolaard ISH van Gogh is shrouded in myth, enveloped in thick mountain fog, drenched in exciting rainwater and glorified in visionary realizations.

[@westhave]

This sums the experience up quite nicely ❤

[@lonewolfgeoff]

so utterly accurate! 😊

[@rhonak7548]

Well said 👏

[@francesedwards5481]

Oh darn it’s over for week

[@Anna-jr8dz]

seems like he ids happy, i would be, but is it a hipsteri golden age fever though?!.... all the eastetic around i mean... i totally saw Van Goch too haha .

[@erniewood3159]

Great vision Martijn.......the 'goal' is the journey. Love the arch!

[@tomjokunert3937]

exactally, "the journey is the reward", is does not matter when (time) one reaches the goal but more in the manner one reach "a / the" goal.

[@Helenemonblogdefille]

I love the idea that the chickens go into the nesting boxes together for moral support ;-)

[@luisella1967]

very good, this episode was also wonderful: the image of the butterfly on the flower, the cows grazing and above all you surpassed yourself with the construction of the arch over the little door. Fantastic !

[@jerindaarriola296]

Your time at the waterfall was like a mini vacation. What a wonderful place to go to relax for a while and take in the beauty of nature.

[@zestynotions]

Be careful about letting the chickens eat the egg shells, they can grow a liking to it and start eating their own eggs before you get a chance to do so ;) best to just use the egg shells in your compost.

[@braun_auge3954]

I always thought, that they need the Calcium , so it would be good for them... i never had problems with them eating their own eggs right after laying them...

[@chrismaynard4117]

If you crush fine,no problem.

[@kathylane5934]

My mom said to always bake egg shells little while

[@tinekejoldersma]

Chickens need calcium from their feed, not from eggshells. Feeding with all in it for egg-laying chickens is best. Having chickens for a long time I only encountered an egg eater once. I blame my wild cats for snatching an egg so she ate from the remains they left. Entertained, good food-eating chickens won't eat eggs. And the chicken race makes the egg colour, not the chickens colour 😉

[@benwells7023]

Or give oyster shell and grit

[@marionpinnisch6297]

Ich sehe wie du alles Liebst auch deine harte Arbeit Wir haben 6 Jahre an unserem Bauernhöfe in den Bergen gearbeitet jeden Tag so wie du und heute sind wir dankbar es gemacht zu haben Einfaches Leben Natur genießen und Anbau von nicht belasteten Gemüse...Wir genießen es jeden Tag

[@sandratweedale2579]

Your poultry is just too cute. Love how you’ve bonded. Every week another episode that amazes and entertains. The serenity and beauty, the hard honest work. What a great break from the madness that the world has become! And the ever present cowbells in the background. Thanks for this wee spot outside heavens doorstep 👵🐶🇨🇦🥰

[@davidfellowes1628]

Wow, what an episode, Martijn. I'm so addicted to these magnificent creations of yours.

[@samuelyoung2510]

This is so beautiful becuase in 40-50 years time, his children and grandchildren will be able to see how this house was built. Step by step.

[@davastatoeuc987]

Great job bro! Thank you for your commitment to making our Italian mountains even more beautiful!

[@terricollins8450]

That Arch is a triumph, amazing work Martijn

[@auntie_coviet8813]

The Arc de Triomphe

[@aprilfox1057]

The keystone in any arch build is the key to enduring strength. Great video on a soggy Sunday morn in ol’Blighty. Thanks Martin.

[@ShinySideUp76]

I look forward to each new installment of your progress Martijn. It's hard to believe it's been a year and a half! Your dedication to the beautification and efficiency of your property is enlightening. That is, not to undermine the sheer therapeutic nature of watching your steady and skillful execution, it has become one of my favorite hours. Bravo brother Thank you for sharing your adventures and struggles, all the best man!

[@6360carolyn]

I’m sitting in my garden having my early morning tea. I feel as though I’ve been on a weeks vacation after watching your latest video. Kind regards from Canada.

[@boofiecat290]

I live in a flat in Sydney, Australia and can literally hear one of my neighbours fart after dinner. Your videos help to soothe my stressed out soul. Cheers 🍷🍷

[@danhardeman8768]

In the states (California), just got home from an epic night at the pub with my new friends, then came home to this- My virtual friend Martin, cow bells a ‘ringin, and a warm spot in my heart. Love you all, those who see what I do. 😘

[@gulyakurmangaliyeva2563]

Йё

[@paulgilbert9346]

Thanks for another beautifully crafted record of your adventure in the mountains!

[@ValeriaVincentSancisi]

I love the last words .. "If you work alone, it doesn't really matter"... about planning ...

[@vladimirvladimirovich8081]

Я рад ещё одной встрече с вами. В вашем великолепном имении, у вас будет работа до конца жизни и любая работа будет вас радовать С уважением из Сибири,Владимир Мой город - Nizhnevartovsk !

[@npvj5687]

Ik snap waarom je deze lokatie hebt gekozen ❤. De belichting, kleuren, en omgeving zijn prachtig door je weergegeven.....dank je wel vh delen.👍🏻

[@anniebrink5546]

No sex no violence no profanity. Just hard work and living off the grid as much as he can. I find watching him very relaxing. Look forward to his upload every week on Sunday morning in Wisconsin. Oh no politics either !

[@lazaromanalo9486]

Thankful that you release this episode much earlier than usual. Im looking forward to see you live inside the cavin. To see how you gonna tr😊ansform the cavin to a living place.

[@joconnor3567]

Amen to that!

[@nadiamalta6003]

Mmmh...too monastic ...I don't know...maybe some company would be nice for everyone...at least...to start with...a dog? A pretty and warm dog kennel is already done 😂❤...

[@joetatullijr4292]

Annie Brink hits the nail on the head. You are so right. Just enjoying the work, progress, some food, a walk to the river, what a life. O… and friends show up to help now and then and they bring food and cook for the crew. I love it. Great comment.

[@anniebrink5546]

@@joetatullijr4292 Thank you ! Have you watched Martjin’s 2 years on a bike when he travelled from Vancouver to Patagonia ? This was before he started rehabbing these stone cabins. Show is ‘2 years on a bike’ on KZbin. 4 episodes ! You will not be disappointed !

[@foretb1162]

When you work at something you love doing it isn't work and requires minimal planning. In fact, planning is perhaps the incorrect word. Having something to do every day means our brain continues to function at its utmost capacity. Perhaps "engagement of will" for a task is the best description. When you are fortunate enough to do what you like best for your dwelling place and it fills you with affirmation and accomplishment, that is the mark of a life well-lived. When you can say that your passion has been shared with some that have wanted to learn from you to grow their character or their sense of well-being, that is the mark of a man worth knowing. Taking time to refresh your soul and body by seeking the calming effects of nature means you have found the true balance between work and Life. Your videos are those that I keep for last as they calm my own spirit and the views, panoramas of your corner of the world and sensitive videography fill me with peace. Thank you for being you.

[@afairysdelight]

That’s why we love to watch your videos, you have no need for a schedule. You live in the moment. You do what you feel like doing with no pressure. Love this way of thinking.

[@cherylmcnair5594]

I enjoyed the music of the cattle bells, the beautiful scenery at the waterfall, your progress with the arch doorway and most of all how you care so much in the welfare of your chickens 😊

[@Douwesiegersma]

Bedankt Martijn voor je prachtige videoverslagen. Ik volg je al vanaf het begin met grote bewondering voor je vakkundigheid, kalmte en geduld. En witte kippen leggen niet altijd witte eieren. De kleur van het oorlelletje bepaalt de kleur van de eieren die de kip legt. Volgens mij is het de bruine kip. Die met het pootje 😊 Groetnis ut Fryslân.

[@Douwesiegersma]

@OfficialMartijnDoolaard12 Discuss what? The color of eggs?

[@plumbr13]

Over 50 years ago, my parents had a cottage built, with a septic tank. A huge bush grew above the septic tank, which we called the septic bush.

[@lindabrooks8242]

As a loner all my life, I totally get the process. "Time" is a construct that doesn't fit my life anymore. Your videos are so incredibly beautiful, I honor you for creating them. Thank You!❤

[@matthewbuscombe9142]

Great work. I’ve been building a 3 part Extension to a house now for last couple of years, but using my 6 weeks Holiday including evening and weekends, working my full time job with unsociable hours and keeping family happy. I’m exhausted. I’d wish that I had a lifestyle as yours sometimes, this environment and keeping yourself busy. Good work.

[@anniethompson1041]

I'm so with you on that experience Matthew! Full time job plus family plus homestead = exhaustion. Still worth it though. My goal is to have more of Martijn's lifestyle and have my property prosper so I can work from where I live.

[@bridgwll]

Yes, we must remember this is Martijn’s life and journey & how he wants to do things. If we don’t see something being done there is a reason.

[@magX6546]

Did anyone else see fireflies in the night scene? What beautiful work, sir!

[@erinwojcik4771]

The more I watch your videos, the more I can tell you learned English in a Germanic country. The subtleties of pronunciation are reminiscent of the American Midwest where many Germanic people settled after immigrating. It reminds me very much of the accents I still sometimes hear from people in my hometown which is located in the northern half of Wisconsin, USA.

[@k.dianecasebier2781]

Martijn, I saw fireflies on your channel today!!! I never see them here. Thank you!! Maybe post a longer portion with your fireflies for those of us in Texas? Love your channel.

[@DingleDingleCasil196]

Beautiful, cute design of that door. Seeing small animals and hearing their sounds, compared (once opinion) with the movements of the clouds it’s like a never ending story, and the sound of a beautiful music that lingers the past, that will remain in your head. Thanks for the beautiful views you’ve showed. Stay safe, plants are sometimes the cause of allergies. God bless.

[@samdomke3807]

Man you are LIVING LIFE. I must say I envy your way of living. I used to live in South America, off grid, in the country and your videos make me reminisce.

[@judyholdsworth7096]

Thank you. The white hen is of a breed that naturally matures earlier and will lay before the others that are bred for both meat and eggs. You can’t beat the sound of a contented hen. Congratulations on your progress. Until next time. 🇦🇺

[@melindastclair]

Thank you for sharing your life Martijn. I appreciate it.

[@brendakovac1079]

Well sais!

[@myownapocalypse]

I love the way your roofs look like dragon scales from above. ❤

[@kathrynmoll86]

It tickles me how you've made the chickens an important part of your life's work!

[@maxineot5652]

I love the chickens, the way they are free during the day, clucking and pecking about, and then happily go back to their house at night.

[@cs3742]

See the scenic cement mixer😊 Mountains abounding. Hear the sound of bovine bells, Sonorous, resounding. See Martijn laboring, Digging, pounding. Feeding hens, baking bread Serenity surrounding.😇

[@janel4582]

❤❤

[@josephinegraham5337]

Another brilliant hour of pure beauty. Your stonework is perfect. Loving the sound of the mountains, birds, cow bells ...... Your background music never detracts from the beauty around you. 👏👏🦘🇦🇺

[@missconduct]

Your birdies songs are such a delight...as is the chickens and the cowbell symphony! The trek to the waterfalls was so...well, I just wanted to be there and put my bare feet in the water. But I figure it was ice cold, as you did'nt do that yourself. Can't wait to see the tomatoes on that huge plant! So glad the sever weather elsewhere around the country is not affecting you. God bless you.

[@vitopiccininno6764]

No pressure, acceptance, no set time to work or play; blend the two, time and play. Appreciate every moment. Set backs will teach you, if you are present, and use, everything that God gave you is what I gathered after watching this video. Thanks!!

[@gretchenoppriecht3726]

I so enjoy how you consistently step out of the construction process to show exquisite moments of nature like the two butterflies on the flower. It’s all a blessing to behold. Thank you!

[@lisagoldberg5178]

They go all in together, maybe for moral support or maybe everyone's trying! 🤣Love your analogy! ♥🐔🥚

[@rjacobseifert3591]

It’s good that that you don’t micromanage your project. Things happen that can easily derail any timeline. You are very meticulous in the way you work. Keep it up you’ll be happier with the results.

[@petergladstone7962]

"....see you next week".... certamente! We've been watching you from the beginning and look forward to it.

[@frankreidy5881]

The key as you say is process and concurrent activity - different tasks during the week and time to rest and reflect - you set out your priorities of work to be done before winter and your timelines are coming together. So many of us are with you in spirit and we are so grateful that you share your vision with us - thank you

[@joannecalcutt6724]

You have pretty much mastered the art of putting out tasteful videos. I think it’s the combination of combining beauty with information and inspiration. One of my highlights of the week. 🥰

[@jackstrubbe7608]

At 51 minutes, the "cow invasion" always dredges a cherished childhood memory from the early 50s. I was a child on a farm in Ohio, and our parcel was flanked on both sides by adjacent dairy fields owned by the same family. As need and weather permitted, they would be moved on the roadway from one side to another. The sounds were identical! Clattering cowbells, lowing of cattle, and shuffle of hooves on gravel roadbed! I love those scenes in your edits.

[@mireillization]

Vous êtes incroyable ! Vous savez tout faire, c'est toujours un plaisir de vous voir ainsi travailler, tout fabriquer vous même, tout seul, quel travail...😮 Je suis admirative très très admirative ! Bravo... Et puis vos films sont si jolis à regarder, magnifique environnement... Merci, grand merci à vous pour ces images, pour votre travail... Respect !❤😊

[@mrs6155]

Heerlijk dat geluid van de koeien en hun bellen..doet me denken aan een gedicht: Man is condemned to be free; because once thrown into the world, he is responsible for everything he does. It is up to you to give [life] a meaning.” Heel veel geluk gewenst en groeten uit Rotterdam

[@Laninus]

Es genial ver como poco a poco vas logrando tus objetivos. Sin prisa pero sin pausa. Me encanta tu manera de enfocar la vida. Eres todo un ejemplo. Gracias por compartirnos tu sueño, estoy segura de que muchos de los que te seguimos hubiéramos querido tener el valor de hacer lo que estás haciendo. Yo ya soy un poco mayor, pero no descarto conseguir algún día vivir en el campo y alejarme de la ciudad. De nuevo muchas gracias por compartir esta maravilla 💜💜💜

[@daniellevilloria227]

Every night I watch a few minutes of your weekly video with my toddler as I’m putting her to bed, since she always requested “Mountain Man." I wasn’t sure how much she was observing until today, she asked if you were building your house with peanut butter! Smart kid 😆 that’d be plenty sticky!

[@JustMushroomThings]

My parents and their friends did exactly what you're doing starting in the 70s in Tuscany. I grew up in that small village with the sound of the cement mixer calling to everyone that work was being done. One project after another, one wall after another, year after year. Very soothing videos.

[@mohammadalgharaballi9960]

After watching Ep76, I went back and replayed Ep01. The old trailer, installing the first solar panels, cleaning up the cabin and cooking the first dinner,,,, What an incredible journey.

[@Liisa3139]

What a great idea to close this video with the ticking sound of the water sprinkler. You make use of everything! It was also brilliant to include the scene of you cleaning the fridge. You took the time to do that too; once again showing care with an everyday thing that we all need to do from time to time. Everyone can relate. Special treat: the butterflies. More of those, please! And longer!

[@jasondk5127]

I love how we hear the work but see the flowers, the bees and other insects, the birds and other beautiful creation.

[@roxkitten1389]

I felt like I was standing there with you, looking at that waterfall, watching the tadpoles. I'm working through some stuff currently, and your video helped a little. Thank you for sharing these beautiful images. Much love to you, Martijn.

[@carolweil2700]

Your videos are more of documentary filmmaking than simply posts. You a master builder taking your time to create something that will last for more than a century and your camera work and editing is so beautifully done and the subtle music adds a dream-like quality. You are a very talented man!

[@rsdlucky007]

I can hear the sound of cowbells for eternity, so peaceful.

[@ceafva]

I'm handicapped so I live vicariously through your videos. Love them. Thank you for sharing and taking the time to do these. I agree, I don't know which I love more, your video skills or building.

[@nolawnnate5934]

With the cow invasion the transcendental effect is achieved of many classic films, in which the rational dialogue gives way to unrestrained clamor and emotion. It's happened before and will happen again :D lovely stone work, howdy from Texas

[@jonnorris3970]

The 4K video is stunning. We can actually see stars in the night shots. Thank you for documenting your hard work and the relaxing views of the waterfall.

[@klazyy641]

I envy those of you who have an artists 'eye' and can sketch out ideas and have them darned near perfect before applying rulers and draftsman tools to check. The arch reminds me of some Roman aqueducts I saw in France and Italy----although, I imagine it is a common design out of necessity, eh? I also appreciate your choice of music when panning pastoral scenes---again, the "eye" and "ear" of an artist. Thank you for a delightful hour of relaxation (on my part).

[@jimcarlisle2309]

Great Video, I feel so close to GOD as the unspoken word gives the sounds of Nature!

[@donnaf9570]

I love how you live in a rustic off the grid setting, but to get away from it all, you go hiking or camping. I, like many others, truly enjoy watching your videos every week. Take care.

[@veronicaroach3667]

Another great video - thank you - that waterfall is absolutely idyllic - you definitely needed to get your feet in the water. Everything looks so lush now & I love the cowbells & the chicken ladies doing their 'brrr' thing - sounds so beautiful.

[@grmccray]

Hi Martijn, I am 78 years old and My wife and I have watched your exploits in the Italian Alps since you started rebuilding there. I have built 2 of my own homes including my current one solely DIY by myself and I very much appreciate and incorporate your philosophy - I am my own schedule. I am also a retired microcomputer engineer and have been involved directly in Drones and VR. I am interested in what drone you use, my previous one was a DJI Spark and I now have a DJI Mini Pro 3 which I am just learning to use. I do have a US drone pilots license and have built and used many older drones. I would like to know what you are using and what your feelings about it are. I have noticed lately you seeming to use self following and tracking mode - through trees - I have not been that brave yet. In any case - excellent You Tube presentation - I greatly appreciate it - it suits my ethos very well. :)

[@user-bf1dc5mc2z]

I have also been interested in knowing a little about what Martjin uses and also the camera

[@griffith500tvr]

Watching Martijn every week is my favourite hour of the week, I only watch the new videos when I have peace of mind, sometimes I wait until Wednesday even though his videos come out Sunday....

[@kathysmith9993]

I’m a country girl at heart….love hearing the cow 🔔,

[@JoeriVanCleven]

These video's are my zen moment of the week. Always happy to see a new video come up! Thanks for all the effort you put in them!

[@grenvillephillips6998]

I was wondering about the weather and so I was glad to discover that the mountains have been cool and the water is still flowing.

[@hanneskannes5953]

Every week this series slows me down and makes me rethink what I really need in my life and what I want. And than there is in short interruption of a commercial where people show me things I definitely won´t buy, don´t need or even get digusted by. It is like a collision of two worlds.

[@jackie4286]

Hi Martijn, I went back to look at your First days at the Cabin, and the folloiwing video. It was so entrancing, the nature, the simplicity, the photography. You are a poet amongst other things.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

You live in such a magically beautiful place! If while you were at the creek, Gandalf had walk out of the trees and sat beside you on the rock, I wouldn’t have batted an eye.❤️🤗🐝

[@user-ti4gj3kl5y]

Thank you for giving me another great Sunday night of entertainment. Watching what you are doing in such beautiful surrounding relaxes me for the week ahead. From the Gold Coast Australia.

[@raktoda707]

Bringing ancient ways to modern days... skills and care Extraordinare It's Fab! Makes one want to reach out and touch the workmanship

[@EcoCurious]

19:30 😮 no way! I saw those flashing lights and then realised, are they fireflies?!! That is so amazing!

[@BrendaOsif-zk4fp]

Last night I watched your first show. 😀 I just wanted to reminisce. What a tremendous achievement you’ve made. I know there’s more to do, but when you look back, wow. I just love watching you build. I enjoyed seeing the lighting bugs, the one egg (when are the girls going to get on board with their duties ?) and the cow bells❣️ Also, the hike. So glad you take the time to enjoy the beauty around you. I’m sure it refreshed your soul. Hope you have a good week. 🌼

[@shawnfromportland]

7:08 it would be awesome to eventually make the whole space in between the buildings into an outdoor living space patio with tables and chairs and overhead shade structure spanning between them

[@juliad77355]

The doghouse I imagined the flat roof as a little balcony to sit and drink your coffee there🙂☕

[@classifiedinformation6353]

Working alone is a great way to work. But sometimes feel the pressure of finding time to achieve a finished product. So, the lesson is, as Martijn mentioned, enjoy the process. I have learned to enjoy the process. And, I have a place to live, too. No problem. John in Bethel, Missouri. USA