#38 Finishing the Stone Wall

The first wall facing is being finished. I'm stacking firewood for winter, and the first chestnuts have fallen off the tree.
0:00 Starting the day
1:04 Firewood
4:03 A surprise visit
7:02 Stacking firewood
8:05 Wood stove for the tent
10:21 Installing the wood stove
14:13 Picking stones
16:05 Slippery ramp
16:25 Building the wall
18:22 Shaving battens
19:05 Nailing battens
20:44 Painting battens
21:24 Harvesting potatoes
23:35 Unloading stones
23:58 Off to town
24:48 Chestnuts
26:17 Stone work
27:38 Explanation stone work
30:51 Carrying on through the night
33:16 Morning
37:31 Explanation stone work
39:25 Bread making
44:54 Cooking chestnuts
47:54 Bread out of the oven
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[@nicklasmikkelsen4492]

Martijn, as a guy who is educated carpenter, and working daily with building constructions from the desk, these kinda videos just makes my day, what a place, it's like 1 hours meditation for me watching.

[@adamosman7284]

Martijn waa fuundi sare

[@Steve-ns6tx]

There is something therapeutic in those views.

[@kimberleybrown3107]

Me too, Nicklas. The sounds of the stones, the leaves, the hammer, the donkey braying, the views, the music, the bread. I can almost smell it. Mr. Doolaard is a master of many crafts. His work pulls on our souls and calls us back to a time when we were more connected to our bodies, to the elements, to God. His videos are a cleansing therapy. You are not alone!

[@nancylagoyda5337]

Could not agree more!

[@kattihatt]

As a.

[@mlindner4498]

The only time I get sad watching your videos is the ending because I know I have to wait another week to live vicariously through you in the Italian alps. Your videos are so beautiful and relaxing to me. I’m always impressed with all your projects and how amazing they turn out. I also appreciate how you take the time to explain your methods and reasoning why you build things a certain way. It’s very educational. Thank you so much for being you and sharing your journey with us!!

[@Scotty3146]

Michelle - I wonder where did he learn all these skills? Martijn can turn his hand to anything!! I thoroughly enjoy being transported into the Italian mountains.

[@margaritefinney1377]

I agree. I am sad when the video is over and waiting a week is just frustrating.

[@rosevonhumbug]

Whilst waiting for the next video, make use of the time doing your own little projects. You are creativ as well otherwise you would not like to watch it.

[@judyschepp8748]

@@rosevonhumbug Sush a lovely comment Rosemarie😍And I totally agree!!!👍

[@mlindner4498]

@@Scotty3146 I was wondering the same thing! I’m sure a lot he does is self-taught as well but he has so many valuable skills. It’s incredible

[@yabba234]

So glad to see Johannes back, I was worried something would have happened. So he was just away on a long walk :)

[@claravonessen5673]

No matter how long the videos are, I just wish they would never end. Such a beautiful video today, with different scenarios, rhythms, types of food and construction, just loved it!!

[@mmc5916]

We watch them over. I notice things i didnt first time.

[@gertrudelautenbach6874]

I am concerned about your safety on your feet if you should trip and fall....are you carrying your cell phone for help if you have broken any limbs...I 💘love your videos. I live in Chicago and my dad immigrated from Leerdam

[@Soufiane.R]

I’ve been watching theses series since the beginning. And it’s been pretty relaxed until the moment Martjin was piercing the tent for the heat pipe. Maaan, this was really intense... felt like the concentration span was up to its fullest

[@jetty957]

Yeah, but I got a giggle when he poked his head a little out of the opening.

[@Soufiane.R]

@@jetty957 I don’t know why specially this time I burst out laughing

[@lindseyrobinson4195]

@@jetty957 Me too 😂

[@judyschepp8748]

I laughed too when he poked his head out😁🤣😂😆So funny. And didn't that bread look delicious?? And that WALL!!! Wonderful job. Well done👍💖❤️💚

[@donnie.clemmons]

Agree - cutting into the tent made me nervous 😬

[@linajackson4545]

How wonderful to see your Austrian neighbour again. He is so erudite and friendly and must be a source of fascinating conversations.

[@annoyingchannel8812]

He is a Catholic priest too.

[@maryabreu6924]

Does Fr. Johannesburg have a KZbin channel too?

[@ValeriaVincentSancisi]

@@maryabreu6924 yes sparse entries .. mostly his walking pilgrimages.. but he is fascinating .. a builder and homesteader in a monkish way.. I found him profiled on Kirsten Dirksen's wonderful channel of wonderful people and their places... here is Johannes' kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3eUm32vZqtgbqs

[@ValerianDurina]

@@maryabreu6924 yes, search for Donjojohannes - Birett Ballett - Kathmedia

[@canyonman659]

Really enjoy the appearances by Johannes!

[@DrIngo1980]

Martijn, you deserve some kind of documentary movie making award. Your videos bring me so much joy in my life. I love every minute of your videos. Yes, there are things that could be explained better maybe, or filmed from a different angle to make it more obvious, but ignore those nay-sayers. I am just happy I encountered your channel basically when you started out and I have enjoyed every single second of your content so far. So from the bottom of my heart Thank You. Thank you so much.

[@gileshong4504]

I have been watching these videos for some time now and i am getting more and more engrossed in them. They are so beautifully made and positive. They are also informative. The backdrop is spectacular and Martijn has a really relaxing and calm manner about him that actually makes me feel calmer. I look forward to watching every week and sometimes watch them over again so i don't miss anything.

[@emcozyone1]

he is a monk - love his videos too

[@johncoughlan9578]

The production and seamless editing of these videos is incredible. Martijn your poor back…..all that hard work is killing but also of course deeply satisfying. Every week you touch a primal cord within our hearts for simplicity and a yearning to feel close to nature. The light and sound and feel of the valleys and mountains is magical…..honestly I can almost smell that fresh bread. I love your sense of order and discipline to get the work done. Please keep warm and take good care of yourself. I wish that I lived next door and I would help you every day. Your dream has become a reality and I feel very privileged to witness the transformation …..thank you so much

[@larrylegg8245]

Me to John, I couldn't agree more. Or could I?

[@peterhase1045]

As You will not move camp, have You thought about putting some stones into the tent? They would store some of the heat of the oven. I would start by putting some behind the oven, so this past of the radiation hits them instead the tentwall. Same goes for the space under the oven. Maybe You have a nice big flat one You can put the oven onto, or even pour a small concrete plate for that purpose.

[@4denis408]

I came here to say this. Consider putting the stove on a spare piece of slate. You wouldn't want an unnoticed stray spark to smoulder in your beautiful rug.

[@_PJW_]

Perhaps just some radiator foil? Flexible and easier to manage.

[@simonkelly2339]

That’s so obvious after you hear it, great suggestion

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

Every episode is a masterpiece. Chills me right out.

[@mahanly]

Agree.

[@paulasmith2684]

Could not agree more

[@janemarett1885]

I watch quite a few blogs , but to me this is the best one on KZbin. Very well filmed and recorded, music fits in with the scenery .

[@sugarbomb26]

Can you recommend any other channels that you love? TY.

[@thinkinaboutit518]

I can recommend @TA Outdoors or @Erik Grankvist, the first one is about bushcraft and construction of Viking houses for example. The second one is a Swedish guy making his own log cabin without any electricity!

[@andrewhudson7481]

Like the new wood-burner in the tent. I have one very similar, but did find it’s essential to support the chimney with cables - you really don’t want a hot pipe flailing about if a storm comes.

[@RossBobby]

You know what would be awesome, a multi hour video of just the mountain views and sounds (wind in the trees, faint cowbells, etc) from your property, just for people to play in the background, I know I would...

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

Great thought 💛

[@sharonnorvell3397]

I would also!

[@sovereigns1grace]

I'd enjoy that, too.

[@Axel-tl5lo]

Me, too!

[@SymonSaysTV]

Dang! I can’t get enough of your videos. They’re a testimony of what life should be. At the same time it makes me realize I’m doing something wrong and I have to make some changes. Thanks for the inspiration! 🙏

[@SymonSaysTV]

Dang! I can’t get enough of your videos. They’re a testimony of what life should be. At the same time it makes me realize I’m doing something wrong and I have to make some changes. Thanks for the inspiration! 🙏

[@jbyrd2516]

The energy seemed different this time. Although you still took time to manage your familiar routines I felt you were pushing yourself as the days started drawing in and the walls required more effort to complete to your aesthetic standards. Nice to see Johannes back. The mountains are amazingly beautiful with cloud and fog swirling through them. Thanks for inviting us in.

[@boolaa]

I felt a definite sense of urgency this episode, despite the usual chilled atmosphere, the seasons change fast up in the mountains!

[@projectparadiseNZ]

Love these videos. Something meditative about the whole experience - an antidote for the modern world.

[@annemarieparker9574]

I could feel the colder weather creeping in watching this morning's video, twice I've had to heat my Scottish home this week. Lovely to see Johannes again and I giggled when you popped your head thru the tent stove pipe hole...comical moment 🤣 thank you for wonderful video. Blessings Martijn

[@socaloutdoors7355]

When that FULL load of wood was dumped….That’s a BEAUTIFUL thing !!!

[@lauraferrari1252]

Sei tremendo, in senso positivo, sei come quel bruco che si vede nel filmato, pianin pianino arriva dove vuole. Buona Domenica di serenità a tutti🌈🌞

[@kluvenator]

The best part of my week. Thank you, Martijn!

[@ozlinx]

If there is an Academy award for YT videos,Martijn you win hands down nothing comes close and like all the other comments we wait patiently for our weekly fix thank you Just a suggestion if I may for cutting your stones, scoring with an angle grinder with a diamond cutting blade should make life easier for you. Thanks again for sharing your journey. Stay safe.

[@erwin_888]

Agreed. AND there's severe competition with the same zen-ish vids from kzbin.info & kzbin.info 😀

[@Oldmane-420]

Scribing a line on both sides of the stone using a hammer and chisel also works well and leaves a more natural edge. Although your method is definitely a labor/ time saver!

[@ozlinx]

@@Oldmane-420 yes correct definitely a time & labor saver and of course using my method you would certainly be putting the cut edge/s facing inwards so as not to be visible on the exterior. and maintain the natural appearance.

[@barrettorth8413]

@@erwin_888 Love that couple. I get the same feeling watching them as I do watching Martijn. Also, who wouldn't want a wife like Eugenia!!

[@larsivarhordnes182]

great content as always. However, I would recommend you to store your firewood above ground. The bottom layer of your stack of firewood will be wet and unusable with this way of building. Also your firewood needs some kind of a roof or tarp above it, or else it will become wet from rain and snow

[@rmil4531]

Your precision and clarity of thought help create one of the best visual channels on KZbin.I always feel so peaceful when I watch your work. Thank you.❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

[@benquittner3488]

There’s something so wonderful whenever Martijn speaks Italian - Every time i hear the word ‘surveyor’, I hear “Geometra” in your voice Martijn 😂

[@palma6500]

every time I hear a word in Italian I smile, as a native speaker it is a joy not to hear every sound (understandably) butchered, his pronunciation is basically perfect, big love ❤

[@fairhall001]

I always read the comments after your video's, I have never seen a bad comment. Once again the bread has made me hungry!

[@turbotransporter]

So many thoughts and feelings running through me… At this time I cannot gather them to properly express how much I enjoy your ongoing masterpiece series. Just please know there are very likely many of us deeply yet quietly involved in your mission and your success. Please, by all means, proceed!

[@markwilkinson6731]

Like almost every other viewer, I feel so relaxed after watching your videos.. Everything from your calming tones when describing your methods, to the astounding views, the cowbells chiming in the background, to the ariel views and the beautiful music that compliments a scene... Makes my Sundays.. Magical!

[@joel383]

Next time stack the wood on pallets to save the bottom layer, and dry them faster

[@stj971]

Stacking wood, aarrggh! But well worth it! Nothing like sitting beside a roaring fire in the cold...and the wonderful smell!

[@sandyamckaysmith4251]

I put away 12 cord this summer and they are all happily drying out on pallets. Recommend

[@dutchglobetrotter6464]

Starting a beautiful Sunday morning with views from the Italian Alps and fresh baked bread. Life is good.

[@ivydickson7596]

Sunday evening here in New Zealand. Before going to sleep I always check to if Martijn has uploaded.

[@larrylegg8245]

Hey Martijn, You know this all ready, but just just in case you may not have thought about it yet, here's a suggestion to keep you warm all night long in your tent this winter after the fire goes out. Stack some of the stones you have under the stove, and in the back. Stack the stone wall in back in a curved manner at least as high as the stove, the more stone the better. You will stay nice and warm all night.Just thinking about you my friend.

[@TankJr.]

The last sentence is a prime example for parasocial relationship.

[@yescarlett]

Whatever boys, what Martijin has accomplished is beyond remarkable and making money from Ytube is even more remarkable, another bonus. He cooks and grows his own food! 👍

[@mickiebrumage5278]

@@yescarlett .

[@mickiebrumage5278]

@@yescarlett 😊😊

[@mickiebrumage5278]

😊

[@lindabarr7246]

I marvel that no task seems too daunting for you - whether it is a huge manual labor job like all that firewood needing piled or the engineering of a roof. You have such a dedication of purpose and work ethic.

[@Davidman3976]

This channel is his job and his source of income. If he wouldn't do those tasks, if someone else did them, there wouldn't be a KZbin channel.

[@James-In-Exile]

@@Davidman3976 Shhh, don't spoil the illusion! 😂

[@bellec4453]

@@James-In-Exile 👍🏻😆😂

[@mendax2251]

@@Davidman3976 but somewhere along the line he was getting no views and obviously liked the work somewhat.

[@yescarlett]

Yvonne Scarlett I totally agree Linda.

[@fifteenthfret]

Dearest Martijn~ You wouldn’t know me if you fell over me, but I am so proud of you and your hard work. I can only imagine how much your parents, siblings and loved ones are if I am. “Late night at the office” has a whole new meaning watching you savor every inch of the day and finishing the last drops of a batch of mortar. Nothing is wasted in your world and that is how it should be. Thank you for letting us peek into your project week after week. Stay gentle, stay safe, Martijn.

[@blackdot3538]

geez, get a room.

[@SaraAlexi]

@@blackdot3538 unkind?

[@MathVdb]

@@blackdot3538 haha

[@DingleDingleCasil196]

Wow, nice words . How he share the way he work is already a lot of energy .

[@klazyy641]

Stone mason, crusty and perfect loaf of bread baker, cast iron chef, assembler of almost impossible stone walls and roofs (rooves??)----where does it end? Well done, Martjin!

[@carolking6355]

Autumn has always been my favourite month. It is Spring in New Zealand and the weather dreadful. Rains each night where I am in the country, then cloudy most days. Snow coming Thursday. Your wall looks brilliant, you have tremendous patience. Thanks for another great hour. 🌈

[@moiraleech6506]

So lovely to see Johannes again. I enjoy his company on the occasional visit. Oh that breadmaking so comforting. The stone-laying is coming along with so much care and attention to detail. You provide us all with an hour of blissful tranquillity. So environmentally friendly and restorative to all of us seeking peace and harmony thank you Martijn 🙏

[@dancarroll6349]

Martijn, this morning’s video brought a wonderful surprise visitor, Fr. Johannes! When I saw the notification of of your post, I mentally thought I’d ask about the whereabouts of Fr. Johannes. Now I know. You two guys are my inspiration to living a peaceful, productive life.

[@rumietgarfi2079]

My next week motivation is secured! 🙂 Thank you Martijn! ❤️

[@davido.2932]

Simply my favorite channel right now. Thanks for the videos!

[@anuverun6762]

It's so comforting and satisfying to have a full woodpile before winter comes.

[@babzblu]

I said "Martijn's video is up"! We both perked up immediately and settled in for another sweet sojourn. Bless 🙌

[@nxtchpforme9154]

Sipping coffee or tea? My choice is vanilla Chai by Bigelow. Oh my. I am transpoted to his tent deck with a blanket!

[@babzblu]

@@nxtchpforme9154 coffee with chocolate in our happy place. Oh yes...the tent 😊

[@simonkelly2339]

Your attention to detail with the stones is what sets you apart from 100 other masonry restoration channels. You truly are making an amazing job and I know that you know that it’s worth the considerable extra effort to get the masonry right.

[@lydiaramento-tipon4772]

I am sure a lot of your viewers enjoy watching the progress of your work as I do; and I could see the joy you derive in this accomplishment; always a good watch every time!!

[@kdehaas32]

I can’t tell you how much I enjoy every second of your videos. It takes you away like we are right there with you. Stirs my imagination while being so relaxing. Every week when I see your videos pop up.. makes me happy

[@harrylins9440]

Martijn, I have watched your videos since you began this restoration project, and enjoyed the progression in your videography. I think you've developed an awesome formula that is beautiful, informative, and sophisticated. I agree completely with Nicklas M. that your productions are meditative. I also think that the 45-55 minute format is perfect. Thanks!

[@user-mx4kk5mm1x]

Yes. Not only the work we see but the videography and editing. Bravo!

[@duncanfrere2656]

Beautiful episode. Lovely to see Johanne again! To say you've mastered bread making is an understatement. This last loaf made me salivate! ;-) The money shot, well one of so many: the sun disappearing in real time behind the far mountain ridge. The jigsaw puzzle of the wall that you solve with every stone is fascinating to watch! My all-time favorite KZbin channel! Thanks so much!

[@inspired9239]

Watching you meticulously labor stacking each stone one-by-one has given me a greater appreciation for the homes I see constructed in stack stone. @25:15, I absolutely loved the scenery after picking up chestnuts. Even God must be so very proud of you, Martijn, in your journey enjoying His creation to the fullest. Thank you for sharing!

[@grenvillephillips6998]

Amazed as ever by Martijn's stamina and delighted to see the breadmaking progress with the latest innovation.

[@mareepeters5717]

The bread is sublime......and hearing the noise of the crust, 😲 wow. Martin is so patient with this roof. I felt for him when he was trying to encourage the stone to split In a certain way and it didn't and he said "Fail". I've got a big job coming up on my cottage this summer which I'm not looking forward to. I'm 66.

[@iceman.46]

Your lumber pile gives me a feeling of happiness for some reason. I think because I enjoy the thought of having a surplus of good quality fire wood for the winter, being warm and cooking over it, smelling its aroma etc. Pretty incredible 😊🪵🔥

[@teresalouro1615]

His videos are mesmerising... the road less travelled in this tumultuous world we live in is surely one worth pursuing.

[@engelwyre]

What a pleasure to watch these wonderful videos, then read the wonderful comments. This is what the internet was intended for and reflects the best of humanity. I'm grateful to be alive during this period of humanity.

[@paulhowe1595]

Johannes is back!!!! Lovely to hear that voice again.

[@ultraruna]

I have been watching your videos or many months Martijn, and never commented, but I must just say how therapeutic they are to me and how relaxing being on this journey with you is. I feel a so much better about my hum drum life living a little of yours with you. Keep up the great content and thankyou.

[@Riktopf]

Winter is going to be interesting, another fantastic video >Thanks man! Great to see Johannes again also :)

[@loretogazituamunoz1166]

You're an artist I love your videos Listen to the sound of the bells of the cows When you make bread Live day by day as your friend the painter mentioned You're neighbours are delightful Johaness You' ve got a lot of things You are . Aprecciate those things have gratitude that's the tecnique to live things as they present every day in their difficulties God Bless You Greetings my young friend Sending you light and my gratitude because you show us beautiful nature Thank you so much

[@Michael_1946]

The tent stove is GREAT and you did a fantastic job on the stone wall. What you added looks like it's been there for 100 years. Your bread always looks delicious. Enjoy!

[@carolynrussell8522]

You are getting real good at baking bread. Love the sounds of the cow bells.

[@user-mx4kk5mm1x]

St. Martijn the Breadmaker.

[@granifulano]

Again, I'm totally impressed with your ingenuity. How you opened up that tent so beautifully. Great work, Martijn!

[@nancylagoyda5337]

There are not enough words to tell you how much I enjoy watching your videos! Just thanks!😊

[@relocatetoItaly]

Get a scrubbing brush for your potatoes that way you can brush the soil off when it's dry and they will store longer. Then you can only wash those you're cooking that day. Great harvest from your small orto. Oh and collecting chestnuts my favourite time of year.

[@sharondavis8003]

Now that is a pile of firewood 😮 Stay warm this winter. 👍🏻🙋🏼‍♀️🇺🇸

[@sillysighbin8279]

HHhHAAAHAHAHA Peekaboo!! The peek out of the new tent hole shot was golden!

[@lauratehennepe8339]

Aaahhh love that moment when I glanced up from my knitting (which is how I take in these videos) and see Martijn's head peaking through the tent stove hole.

[@brittawrolson5936]

Your patience continues, even when the daylight is getting shorter. Most people would be getting a bit anxious in preparation for winter on your mountain. Admirable how focused you remain.

[@HaroldMalaby]

Thanks for sharing it is very relaxing watching a master at work surrounded by nature's backdrop. As a child I would follow my dad at home keeping him supplied with mortar and bricks. So remember keeping bricks wet and the proper mixture of sand, water and cement. As you have stated the time and thought put into the wall will pay off in the end and your masterpiece will last well beyond your years. What a joy it is at the end of the day to see what you're hands have created. My dad always needed to be acknowledged for his work which kept his momentum going. Today I acknowledge your efforts with my dad's favorite word - FANTASTIC! This property and community should be proud to have you and the fruits of your labor will surpass our times shared with all those who follow. Kudos to you Sir from Ohio.

[@willynilly7]

I’m excited for another wonderful cinematic experience watching your dream come true. ❤

[@tiogoala7654]

That bread looks incredibly delicious with that fresh butter! "Fail" that was funny, the repair on the wall looks like it has always been there!

[@martinlehfeldt5514]

Beautiful location. I love the drone shots, looking down on the mountains.

[@lonewolfgeoff]

my first reaction seeing these vids posted... 👍🏻 before even watching a second! its one if the few very high highlights of the week, always impatient to watch 😊 one or two twigs from the neighbour, should last ages imho, so nice to have sharing caring neighbours... altho being so high up encourages everyone to be friends as the stress is down in the valley safely away from up there 😊 great choice of stove btw, well done adding the chimney hole!

[@rudolfboukal1538]

What a demonstration of dedication - so enjoyable to watch Martijn's commitment. The music at the end was perfect - we walked with you into the darkening night, until we see one another again to continue this journey. This video, once again, is such a beautiful experience to watch .... thank you.

[@laurentweisgerber3846]

A little tip for the coming years, put some lateral wood beams u der the fire wood so that it does not tuch the ground. your pieces on the bottem will rot over time

[@pattywallace4594]

This brings back the times my son and I built two log homes for resale in Georgia, USA. Such hard work but so rewarding. I can’t tell you how enjoyable these videos are . I respect how you enjoy the journey instead of rushing through to the end. And on top of all the work you are filming and editing it for us to enjoy. Thank you.. thank you!

[@judybennett6444]

But...but...I'm so anxious for the stone layer! To see this finally completed will be amazing, seeing all the work that went into it. I had no idea there were so many layers to lay down. So anxious............

[@Harleyhb2703]

Hij gaat goed met het opbouwen van de muur Martijn en de kachel in de tent is geweldig. Schrok even aan het begin van de film toen je zei dat er al sneeuw op de top lag, dit gezien het feit je nog flink wat van plan bent voor de winter echt invalt met de ruimte om het gebouw. Leuk te zien dat ook dat je buurman weer terug is na al die maanden. Kan niet wachten om te zien hoe het dak eruit komt te zien als de platen er weer op liggen. Groetjes vanuit een regenachtig en fris Oost-Groningen.

[@eddygonzalez2328]

I just came across your channel yesterday. I thought to myself, who in their right mind would do something like this? Since then, I must have watched almost all of them. Today I'm thinking, who in their right mind wouldn't if they could? I think I can stop taking my anti-anxiety medication now.

[@lives2900]

I love when you peeked out of the stovepipe hole! It made me smile thanks!

[@Vegathlete]

Holy cow(s)! Loved this one for many reasons, but first and foremost is the masonry. I hope people will learn and continue to appreciate not only the historical significance here, but the degree of patience, skill, and effort required to keep any rehabilitations as this structurally and aesthetically accurate. It is my wish that owners will practice in kind like methods of duplicating this masonry and/or find someone skilled who can in order to maintain integrity and homogeneity. Ultimately, this work becomes the mortar that binds us with the hard-earned foundations of the past. My sincere thanks for helping to preserve the permaculture, beauty, and the 120 year old architectural heritage of Valle Pellice territories of the Alps in an exemplary manner for posterity’s sake. Your dedication is most admirable. Uw toewijding is meest bewonderenswaardig.

[@yoste]

Johannes! Great to see him again

[@donnamullins2089]

It hurt my heart when you pierced the tent for the stove pipe opening. Don't know why but with this tent quality I imagined there would have been a trick stove vent opening in the top. Stone wall is so beautiful. Every stone placed with precision loving care. Thank you for another beautiful video. Rest well in your warm tent. Enjoy a very good and productive week.

[@bridgetthornton8292]

I can't wait from week to week to watch those amazing videos as they go straight to my very soul with the absolute beauty of everything

[@mariapottery]

I like how precise you are, I’m the same. It is good to see it!

[@thetinmansheart]

Diamond blade for your skilsaw! With a trickle of water. I have lots of stone masonry experience. Cut the backside of your wide stones...or score and chisel. LOVE your channel, Martijn. So happy you're showing so much time getting all the camera work/editing spot on. Bravo, sir!

[@jennifercampbell7698]

My dad used a bolster and hammer after scoring the cut.

[@PegasusStars]

What i also like,is that you always finds the right music!

[@soilihenriksson3696]

I enjoy to see a man like you, because my father wasnt much with children and neither did much at home .

[@dorarebelo673]

It is always so pleasant to watch you talk and work on your project, Martijn. Congratulations on your beautiful channel. 🌼🌻🌿☘

[@RosaLopez-zw2ff]

Your commune with nature and enjoying it in a quiet and peaceful way is truly special. Thanks for every video!

[@deehalpern8988]

My back hurts just watching you stack all the wood and stones. A lovely job on the wall.

[@GuyCruls]

Picking up some chestnuts on your way to town - the little joys of country life…

[@senghunter1010]

It’s so wonderful there. I swear that once after the fantastical chorus of cowbells diminished for a second I could hear a Majestic Mountain Mule’s song. There are levels to the fantasticalness you experience there on a daily basis

[@toosdc]

Altijd weer een cadeautje je filmpje te kijken. Kijken er zo naar uit . Vooral in deze tijd... dankje Martijn.

[@jeannettesmyth7643]

Love the sound of your slicing those crisp, sweet homegrown potatoes. Nothing like a good mic, thank you for investing in one so we can really enjoy your setting.

[@sherryb1997]

Somehow you always remind me the characters in Van Gogh’s painting. I think it’s because the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful scenery.

[@griffith500tvr]

I am from Mayrhofen in Austria living in Réunion island. I can see that it is getting colder in your videos, I suspect winter will hit you shortly. Be careful when you start digging out and under pinning the walls, probably the most difficult job you face in your project. Stay safe, I need your videos to stay motivated.

[@jenunmaskedca]

at 32:08 I felt like I was there with you. Trying to "eyeball it" level, and hold the light. Which was a neat feeling.

[@elka6741]

the fact you are moving the camera yourself... great videography :)

[@malanjfvkhbv]

The bread making scene at night look like a film of Paul Thomas Anderson, it's amazing

[@claudestuder4199]

Piercing through the tent was quite a tens moment. 😅😅

[@whatifvisuals]

Great Job on the progress! Love seeing this every week!

[@drothers999]

In Canada, what we call Beech and Birch are considered hardwoods. I’ve used them both in a wood stove. Of course, if I owned a property similar to yours, I wouldn’t cut them for firewood either. 😊

[@helen01forrest65]

Wishing you many sunny days for finishing your work before the first snow, we see you next week, stay healthy ⛰🗻