Q&A with Mr. Chickadee!

[@jasongannon7676]

I cut open walls in houses that have standing water 3 to 4 foot deep, in exterer wall cavities do to condetation . Current building methods spend tens of thousands of dollars to sill up the structure and tens of thousands to vent moisture. When a well belt home pre 1980s did this already. Pre 1980s homes belt poorly is what the codes are trying to fix but doing so in the wrong way. In a 4 forth generation contractor and have been trained in many construction techniques of past eras. My grandfather was a civil inginer working on Hoover dam and others , bridges, countless commercial and residential builds. The most interesting builds was of the grid when building hunting lodges that in the dead of winter would worm up just with body heat of a hunting party and a few oil lamps. One of my dad's friend in the 1980s was the lead inginer of spokane wa city and was tasked with designing the energy codes for the city. His first perposol was rejected because houses belt this way would heat and cool themselves and was belt on a reasonable budget. Ceep in mind the bord members also ran the local utilities. We belt a house this way and it worked well enough not to have a furnace or air conditioning. This structure did not have vapor barrier. This is a small clue why we have the building energy codes we have.

[@themilkman5852]

So where does one research this style of building you speak of?

[@JackdiyGarden]

so true man, I live in the UK in a house built in 1919, brick building, no vapour barrier whatsoever, just air bricks to let the airflow in the cavity. It is self-regulating, of course, it gets wet in there but it has the ability to dry naturally. I also work on building sites in the UK and we don't use any form of vapour barrier on our houses over here, most of them are breeze black construction, but even timber-framed houses only have a barrier on the roof.

[@Hailexx]

Jason, I would love to know if there are some search terms I could use to research building this way. I'm very interested in the sustainability of these methods.

[@agresticumbra]

Jason, on a huge tangent, but I’m betting your grandfather might have been acquainted with my grandfather. My maternal grandfather traveled the world working on dams. I gave his little book on engineering to my husband as a gift years ago. But yes, there’s something about certain periods of builds that just seem to be better functioning. Our current 1960’s ranch isn’t one of them. Would love to have a 100 year old house. Our first was from the 1920’s.

[@elobiretv]

@@JackdiyGarden I've seen a lot of UK houses with the air vents covered up by modern builders. Strange that most dont have a clue how about old houses considering the majority of houses where I live are a 100 years old.

[@simonforget280]

Mr. Chickadee... can speak! 😳 Keep up your excellent work!

[@Servant_of_Christ]

Hahaha!

[@gizanked]

This may have been even more surprising than seeing the outlets in his workshop.

[@carolewarner101]

LOL, I had the same thought!

[@nfirest]

You guys are epic keep up the good work! my wife and I love your videos and like to watch them with our kids . always good Value.

[@AnneCloudInSL]

I don't know about anyone else, but I was expecting birdsong to come out of his mouth ;)

[@anthonyayala7925]

He's Well Spoken, Articulate, and a modern individual just showing how pragmatic and wise it can be to look back to what has stood the test of time. I love this Man.

[@benharris7913]

I am a professional carpenter. I use power tools as well as antique hand tools everyday, and I remodel homes generally built before 1940. At my current remodel site, I've been rebuilding a house finished in 1929. The build quality of the old carpenters was far greater than anything I've seen come out of the past 40 or so years. The windows bear the marks of skilled use of planes, braces, and handsaws, and everyone of them is flawless after 90 years. Whenever someone questions my use of hand tools professionally, I show them the original workmanship in the house, and then I show them mine. I can attest that even in modern carpentry, the old skills still have their place, and I trust my family's wellbeing to tools made 150 years ago.

[@josephgf9451]

My 7 years old son loves your videos. We're watching them from France Champagne's region.

[@LAStars-sratS]

This is my version of a GENTLEMAN. He also is intelligent, exercises critical thinking and common sense. 👍

[@veteranironoutdoors8320]

Keep the videos the way you have been doing, the old crafts such as blacksmithing and woodworking are their own language, no commentary needed.

[@LolitasGarden]

Yes. Do not jump the shark.

[@thomasarussellsr]

The sounds of properly use hand-tools say far more than words can relate. A mis-used tool will tell that tale as well. The sounds and feel let you know what to adjust, if you'll only listen. Unfortunately, words, and how they're used differently from one place to another, are a difficult thing to get across to everyone. The feel of tools in the hand can not be related through video, one must place the tool to its task and practice to get to the point where the tool sings it's most beautifully seductive song.

[@terryisaac8195]

For instance the old B/W, silent movies are much more enjoyable than the current cluttered. You need to pay attention to the actions and nuances of the characters in the movie.

[@daphlavor]

Mr. Chickadee we salute you for your service! 🇺🇸

[@katiedotson704]

Thanks to you for your wonderful videos. FYI: Powertool- An electrical or pneumatic powered device used to make a irreparable mistake light years faster than one could ever dream of making with a hand tool.

[@johnlowther4068]

I’m missing chunks of my hand that can attest to that statement.

[@GB-mu9ue]

Just use them properly.

[@rickrudd]

Until I heard you speak, I thought you lived in the woods in Estonia, Latvia (or somewhere) and didnt speak English 🤣 Thanks for all you do!

[@BernardSandler]

An utter joy to meet you like this. You are such a substantial individual. It gives me hope to see you and your love living your dreams by the work of your hands.

[@lmcollins_54]

Anything can be achieved if you put your mind to it. After I retired from the USMC, I built a 28 feet x 38 feet, garage in my back yard. I learned how to do it by reading several LIFE books and magazines. I even was able to install my own electrical power and drill a shallow well for water. The entire project cost me $7,500 back in 1992. You are a very talented guy and use a lot of ancient Japanese carpenter skills. I currently live in Iwakuni, Japan, which is famous for a wooden bridge called Kintai Bridge. It was built entirely of wood with no nails or bolts, it is completely built with interlocking joints.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Interesting interview. When I was a young man I was teaching school in the Mississippi River Valley of Iowa. There were many beautiful very old barns in the region that were in a state of disrepair. Most of them were pegged and wedged together with no nails whatsoever....except tiny square shingle nails in the roofs. I got very interested in the falling-down barns as a result of running my own roofing company. I just could not stand to see these barns fall to ruin; so I studied how they were put together and began repairing them for farmers. It was some of the most satisfying work I've ever done and if I were not 73 years old, I'd go out and do it today. Happiness is a sharp chisel and good wood! I worked with oak, butternut, cottonwood, walnut, maple, and many other kinds of wood.....each, of course, having its specific work. Love your videos. Tom

[@gbel9295]

From one Combat vet to another, "Thank you for your service"..And.I really admire your courage to choose the life you and your wife have chosen..Really enjoy your videos..

[@Ronin_72]

I served in the marine corps and did one deployment to afganastan. I'm in the same boat with wanting to live a more simple life. I don't know if its the stress from the military or returning to civilian life but man I just want to slow down my life and enjoy it vs living to make a means to an end. I also want to finally learn to sail and someday build a sailboat, A) because I have wanted to since childhood and B) for above reasons. There is just something about letting the wind push you around at around 5 knots when the earth is good and ready too.

[@Dempdawg11]

Mr. Chickadee got tired of stacking bodies down range. Tired of seeing the worst of the world. Tired of Feeding his Marine Corps Dog Chesty Puller, the same dam crayons the Marines fed him. So He put his focus onto living. Just look into his eyes. God Bless America . Show mercy on our enemies o Lord, Chickadee shall not.

[@michaelmoss5976]

One of my favorite aspects of Mr. Chickadee's videos is the lack of talking and unnecessary noise! Great videos and a great channel!

[@shackman9566]

Thank you for your service. Our son served in Iraq. He was a fire support specialist with the 3rd infantry division. He passed away this summer before his 30 birthday. So when I say thank you for your service and your sacrifice I fully understand what it means. When you said your a marine I understood the tenacity you display in your work ethic. And as a traditional carpenter I fully understand just how hard you are working, oh to be young. Remember though our great grandparents didnt live as long, because nearly every task that every day life required was hard work. And alot of other detractors such as no where near as good of health care. But the body does wear out when you push hard. So spinkle in some modern stuff and dont get all hung up about it. God bless you and your family. The modern stuff for your living but hand tools are awsome. Didnt want you to think I dont agree with your love for hand tools. Nothing like long curls from a properly sharpened and adjusted plane.

[@michaelhuguley831]

OMG there is hope for the world. So glad to see someone that has the ideology that cuts against the grain of modern society.

[@texanthom]

Absolutely one of my favorite channels! Glad to hear you are a good old Texas boy!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Didn't hear Texas in his voice at all. But the melding of a multitude of dialects and accents often attributed to military service. He might even pick up a Kentucky accent once he's been here long enough.

[@Jamkevcr88]

I can relate to the Kentucky weather...born and raised in the bluegrass state...hot and humid summers and cold winters...spring and fall aren’t bad as long as it isn’t raining lol

[@Youzack1]

I like your philosophy Mr. Chickadee. Thank you for your service sir. The world needs more people like you.

[@renardgrise]

You, "Hand Tool Restoration", and "Hand Tool Rescue" are responsible for getting me into hand-tools. Keep up the great work!

[@juantransportador]

HELLO, from chihuahua mexico, thank you for the video and GOD bless you and your family.

[@afsof1015]

Good job Marine ! This old retired SGM enjoys your videos. I wish I had another life to live.

[@joydavis4087]

All the best to you and your family Mr. Chickadee. I enjoy your videos. I know if I want to learn something, carpentry, etc. I can turn to you. TY ❤❤❤

[@rehtorbF03]

This was great! Your videos have been an inspiration in both their content and great presentation. Thank you for your Service, Mr. Chickadee.

[@momentoffaith2735]

amen thank you for your service

[@crgintx]

Semper Fi, Marine! I'm retired Air Force Ammo who was stationed just down the the street from you puppy pushers at Medina Annex. I was there in the mid '80's. I'm also from Tarrant County(Euless). Watched your channel for years now. Outstanding work!

[@aprhe]

Love your videos! I am a US Army Iraq veteran who agrees with you on all your points. I suspect those experiences opened our eyes to the more important things in life driving us to live simpler. I purchased a 1900s stone farm house in Pennsylvania and have been learning to farm and work with wood in the traditional ways. I had assumed watching your videos that you must not speak English since there wasn't any narration. I was so surprised to hear your background and how knowledgeable and well spoken you are! You have so much talent and knowledge to share and I am very much looking forward to your future projects and inspired to attempt them myself!

[@markharris5771]

I’m a Brit, and I can see you’ve earned the right to do things things the more natural, organic, pleasing ways. You’ve done you’re share of pressure work, and as you were working for the same cause as our boys thank you. It’s good to hear you talk. If was obvious from your replies you are articulate as well as skilled.

[@MrHowieZ1973]

I live in Madison Indiana. A lot of our homes are built in the old way. They bend a lot of nails remodeling them. lol

[@TerryPullen]

Nobody enjoyed this more than the cat.

[@cytog64]

My favorite part!

[@shadymaint1]

Army vet here. It's sure is peaceful to watch a artisan apply their craft. Sure makes for a nice escape from the vile and villainy of the modern world. Keep up the excellent work brother.

[@killerhz]

You echo a lot of the sentiment of Paul Sellers. I haven't done much with woodworking since highschool shop, but as my kids get older and I have (hopefully) more free time, I hope to return to woodworking and do as much as possible with handtools. Thanks for being an inspiration!

[@Olmanmusic]

I have enjoyed each of your videos ,the absence of of a floor full of power tools is enlightening. Keep em coming .

[@stevelupton8402]

You are a true craftsman, and that lacks in todays world. I love your videos.

[@jasongreen8313]

My daughter and I love to watch your videos. She wants to be a carpenter. I love that your videos are silent. It creates more inspiration.

[@psiclops521]

Been watching you for a while but this is the first time I watched this video because I don't want to hear you speak, just watch you work. I admire your patience. Until I learned that, I was a bad hand tool woodworker. I used to make furniture using power tools. I now work with hand tools exclusively because I enjoy it more. I also have built up my rather minimal selection of tools by buying used. It has saved me a great deal of money and I take great satisfaction in how little I have paid for such excellent tools. All of which is by way of saying I relate to what you say in this.

[@johnhammack12]

Thank you for your service to our country... this is why we are free... the videos you give us is icing on the cake... plus you are my neighboring state... thanks to you and your wife for excellent work on the homestead for us to enjoy....

[@ekim025]

Mr Chickadee, So enjoy you blogs! Great job, Not a lot of blah blah blah but good comments when you opt to speak! I’m 75 and after 20+ years Military and 35 years post retirement working Navy vessels my body is hurting big time. So I love my last years enjoying videos from good folks like your self. I’m still learning and at time using some of the learning also! You get four thumbs up from me! Thank you for your service before I forget! M Hutson

[@foggy7595]

"The joy that comes from having a fine-tuned tool is great." Couldn't agree more, especially when I did the tuning!

[@ifletty]

When I was a much younger woman, I watched Roy Underhill, I am happy to see that he inspires you. I find watching your videos vastly interesting and that they feed my craving for a simple life.

[@tardismole]

I think the greatest reason to use hand tools is the benefit of not having to worry about a power outage. And the end result is that you've made something by your own effort. That brings a satisfaction, accomplishment and appreciation that you don't get from buying something already built, or you've put together from a flat pack. I built my own telephone shelf, no electric tools, at the age of sixteen, and I still have it thirty-six years later. I had a solid beech chest of drawers for forty years before I moved and couldn't bring it with me. Real wood lasts far longer than modern materials and the item has a value to you personally, which means you're more likely to look after it. Thank you for taking the time to share your views and ideals. Love your channel. I'm not a stranger to carpentry, but I've learned so much.

[@DANVIIL]

It’s so nice to see a man that isn’t trying to get rich with a hedge fund scam. Congratulations and thanks for your great contribution during these trying times.

[@robertmccully2792]

Was a carpenter all my life,built everything from dog houses to huge bridge's. I used power tools, but I get the enjoyment from hard physical labor. Nice to get a full work out all day everyday. Can sleep good, eat good and enjoy sitting back and seeing what we built.

[@robperkins3762]

I have enjoyed every video you made and I appreciate your dedication to your craft. As a Boy Scout and then a Marine Corps Engineer for 30 years I enjoyed every opportunity I had to build things using primitive tools and techniques. Keep up the good work and Semper Fi.

[@andimayermayer]

I follow you for quite soem years now and i never expected you to have this background :) And now in addition to the beautiful things you do you seem to be a well thought and intelligent person. I admire you and what you do, please keep up with your work! Greetings to you and your wife from a woodworker, hand tool lover and engineer in Germany :)

[@rickholmwood2000]

MY LORD! This is my first time hearing your voice Mr. Chickadee. Thank you for your service.

[@LimitedGunnerGM]

Love what you do! Thanks for everything! It's very relaxing to watch your videos. You and Young Je don't speak or voice over and I still learn a ton.

[@lawrencekeating5571]

LimitedGunnerGM Couldn’t agree more. Love both of their channels.

[@howielane8406]

From one Vet to another - Thank You for your Service. Really enjoy watching your craftsmanship.

[@lindamoggioable]

I AM SO LUCKY TO HAVE STUMBLED ON YOUR VIDEO IN WHICH YOU WERE BUILDING A LOG CABIN. FABULOUSLY INTERESTING AND A JOY TO WATCH. I HAVE SUBSCRIBED AND WILL WATCH ANYTHING THAT YOU HAVE ON YOU TUBE. GRATEFULLY, A WANNABE HOMESTEADER.

[@ericpagnelli7945]

Following you for many years.....I am french.... THANKS FOR EVERYTHING......👏👍😀

[@53jed]

Goodday to you Charles. I've known you for some time and it's good to know your name, finally.

[@UkiDLucas]

Thank you, my respect. Semper Fi.

[@garrysekelli6776]

I love this channel so much. It's great to see these skills of hand made wood crafting.

[@dutch1777real]

Very smart. Love the insulation section particularly. I'm a fellow Texan, doing the offgrid thing in East Texas. 3 years into it I want to rip out our vapor barriers.

[@markirish7599]

Best wishes from Ireland and thank you for taking the time to teach me new skills 🇮🇪

[@DwightMS1]

Mr. C, there was a back-to-the-land, self-sufficiency movement in the late 60s and early 70's that began with the "Whole Earth Catalogue." Many of us had your dream, but few of us went as far as you have. I studied for a couple years how to build cabins and grow food. In the end I decided I'm just not a country guy, and that it would just be too lonely out there, but I enjoy watching you live it. All the best.

[@Erjet1008]

Thank you Mr. Chickadee! For your videos! And your way of doing them is like a Zen technique. Pleasant. Thanks again.

[@stantilton3339]

Interesting background and not what I would have guessed. Nice to put a voice with the video's. Love the channel. Special thanks to your beautiful wife for filming.

[@nicolasdelduca6759]

Thank you so much for sharing all this. I can dream for hours watching you timberframing and using handtools. Leaving in the city in a small flat in France, without direct access to Nature it's been a while I'm dreaming of getting closer to Nature and training myself on such topics. You're a huge source of inspiration. Keep going, wish you well 👍

[@stephenbamford]

First, thank you for your service. For the likes of me, I could not send you or any service folk into harm's way. Second, from seeing your non-verbal videos, to me, you make it clear what you are doing. I'm impressed by your having done what you have by your tenacity and wishes to accomplish things primarily without the use of power tools. It is good to see and learn these ways of doing things. I also thank your wife for her part in this. Your videography is wonderful. Thank you for citing some of those who have inspired you and those KZbin channels and books you mentioned. Thanks for anwering the questions and thanks to the community members who asked them, many of which I would not have thought to ask. Finally, I wish you, your wife and that gorgeous kitty all the best.

[@martywilsonlife]

Quality and craftsmanship keeps us coming back.

[@curtisvonepp4335]

I have been watching your videos from the beginning with deep interest and amazement it's rare to see a young man with these skills today .🔔🔔🔔🙌

[@luzianweingartner480]

hi, Luzian here from Swiss. It's oddly satisfying to watch you working. I'm on my way to build a new Life with some friends, so, I'm grateful for each n every shared technical skills I can get my hands on. Back to basics... I think, we all should do. Thank you

[@redC16]

Big hello from Scotland. One of my favourite channels. I love what you do this and video has just been great, thanks

[@brienb1770]

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[@sionyevans]

There will alwsys be those of us, willing to dedicate time and effort into producing something with our own hand and putting some love into the process...love your way good Sir...keep going..we're of the same ilk

[@johnconklin9039]

Nice knowing more about you. Always enjoy your videos.

[@CHICOB4261]

I have just discovered your channel through a good friend. I am absolutely enthralled with your skilled craft. I too am a Marine 5811 & 5821. My family is from Lima, Peru I’m going to visit in February as a matter of fact. I just retired after 26 years in law enforcement and am going to start doing some wood working. I have really enjoyed watching your videos, keep them coming! Simper Fi brother!

[@BaldAdventures]

Man, I’ve just found your channel after my dive into wood turning. It’s insane that content this good is free. Thanks Mr Chickadee.

[@bentontool]

Thank you for your service Marine... well done on the videos... amazing work. You have a talent...

[@allansheehan2033]

your use of hand tools also goes to the "connection" between you and the material you are working with !! it is no different that drawing with a pencil rather than a computer system with a drawing program !! its the connection and it is wonderful !! thank you for your videos

[@1971jwing]

Thank you for your service. Jar heads are perfect for hand tools. Thanks for sharing your methods so that people can learn from your acquired wisdom, and enjoy the natural synergy of working with wood. Great health to you and yours.

[@j.ericswede7084]

Mr. Chickadee speaketh. Thanks for your service and showing us that you can learn by doing. #Salute

[@alexhamon9261]

I knew I recognized some Roy Underhill techniques. Would be cool to have him out for a video and make something, he would love everything about your work, house and shop, getting the next generation interested in traditional woodworking is the thing he's devoted his life to.

[@daveclemmer4536]

I didn't know it was possible, but you are even more inspiring after hearing your story and how you decided to do this without previous background and training. I love your grey cat too, reminds me of my beloved grey cat that likes to hang out while I do hand tool woodworking.

[@McTroyd]

Thanks for the Q&A. The perspective frames the videos nicely. For what it's worth, the research really shows through in your videos... everything is deliberate and methodical. Watching you literally whittle down a problem goes miles to help illustrate how unnecessarily complicated things get.

[@williammcasey7650]

I have been blessed for 14 years with being owned by a Maltese dog; I watched from the beginning when you were owned by a Maltese dog also; I served in also in a infrantry unit in Vietnam . I consider you a kindred soul..... God bless you and your wife!

[@markbethea9119]

Just wanted to express the amount of knowledge gained from your videos. I consider myself a woodworking novice wannabe. So I have a long ways to go but you videos are like being in the classroom. Thanks for providing your time for some of us who appreciate the primitive ways!!!!!!

[@WoodByWright]

Love your work man! We should do a collab some time!

[@donleondevillafana7615]

Mr James, Thank you for all the effort that you've made, yesterday my grandma died, she loved your channel. Cheers Mr James

[@normanl881]

Loved getting to know you a little. Your workmanship is outstanding. Look forward to all your videos.

[@terihomer5316]

Thank you for your efforts to inform, educate and share your efforts in your builds. Thank you for your service to our country. I just moved to Missouri from Minnesota, retired, and the things you have shared over the tie you have been on You Tube have already been put to task in my new home. Wish you and your family the best and I am looking forward to more videos of your builds.

[@shanek6582]

I’m almost done with my 30x20 timberframe carport that I’ve been working on for two months (with power tools even). It’s beautiful and will really raise the value of my house, I never would have considered starting it without this channel.

[@boryckiwojciech6026]

With Love from Poland. All the best mate.

[@uekiguy5886]

A big "Hello" to Poland from Kansas, U.S.

[@TheBigLeeg]

Josh, Many of us admire what you’ve done with your life and lifestyle. Mostly because you’ve made a radical choice to live in a sustainable manner to a respectable extent. Also , you seemly enjoy or at least seem fulfilled with the choices you’ve made. Mostly we’re thankful that you’ve chosen to share the knowledge you’ve recovered. So much of what you do is nearly lost to time and innovation(a word I reluctantly use as it implies improved) Thank You From Minnesota

[@MrChickadee]

thank you for the kind words, its been a wild ride, and far from over!

[@jimf1964]

Dude, you thank us for motivating you? Youve motivated me like crazy. I'm planning on getting a place in the country in a couple years, and have already started to collect antique tools. Got a few from my dads stuff when he died, refilling the gaps at antique stores. Thank you so much!

[@MrKenhaigh]

As I watched all of your videos, I simply thought that one day you will speak to us with your voice. I just knew that the words would be just as good as all the times you have spoken with your hands. I was right. Thank you for this young man. Well done.

[@diannetell6757]

I thought you were Canadian, I was wrong, I thought your wife was a native american, I was wrong, It's so nice to hear the tone of your voice, nothing to do with what i imagine it to be, Never ever I could imagine you were a military but when you mention training dogs it made sense to me, that's a job that need's a lot of self control and serenity, My father was a carpenter and every video you post is a blessing to me, it gives me the opportunity to enjoy your work and remember my father. Don't change anything your channel is perfect.

[@lennykelleher8732]

Thanks for your service. Love the channel.Also thanks for the leads on what you watch.

[@notjamesiha]

My favorite part about Mr. Chickadee is zero talking, but I think this might be my favorite video! Thank you for your service!

[@ellatodorov5518]

Thank you very much for sharing your experience! It's very helpful! And wishing you and your wife blessing from God!!!!

[@CliftonHicksbanjo]

You remind me of some of the better people I worked with in the military. Thanks for spreading all this information.

[@Dollapfin]

Mr chickadee let me just tell you even tho you moved away from your big busy lives, you have a huge impact because of what you’ve done on KZbin. I’m now much more confident and informed in old methods of building and whatever else you do.

[@MrChickadee]

touched to hear that!

[@officialmultie]

Thank you very much for doing this Q&A. It is unbelievable how fascinating your videos are considering that you do not say a word. So.... hearing you in this Q&A was such a delight, and very inspiring too.

[@ritaferguson3149]

How did you choose your Channel name...Mr. Chickadee? I love those little birds, and I lovingly call my children chickadees! I just started watching your Channel a couple of days ago. I am impressed with you and your wife! One of my other favorite channels is "My Self Reliance"/Shawn James up in Canada. He builds with hand tools and a lot of rock. I will continue to watch y'all. I'm a 73 yo Mother/Grandmother living in Gladewater, Texas. I have had a love for the woods and trees, especially the smells of the various woods, since I was a little girl. In fact I worked for 15 years at a lumber yard in South Houston, til it was closed. The smell of fresh wood or wood burning on a cold morning is very soothing. I'll hush now. Take care, stay safe and stay the course you have chosen! 💕😊

[@cajun812]

Your videos are very...inspirational. I'm a woodworking hobbyist and looking at rural acreage in east Texas (I have a sister in Sanger), working on my "5-year-plan", ultimately for a limited grid homestead, learning and growing more self-sufficient. Keep up the good work and all the best in your and your wife's endeavor!

[@filmbluff99]

I have watched and enjoyed very many of your videos. I like the way you do your non speaking videos, but this question and answer session was great and I think it has enabled us to understand you better. I use a mixture of hand and power tools 8n my woodworking. Some of my hand tools belonged to my father, my grandfather and the brother of my great grandfather. I enjoy using these as they have personal history for me. Best regards from the UK and the Canary Islands.🇬🇧

[@michaeljohnson309]

Enjoy your channel. We have a lot in common. I live in the woods of Eastern North Carolina in an old farm house. I enjoy green wood working, making white oak baskets, restoring and rehandling antique tools, and making white oak baskets. Semper Fi from a 0352/0369.

[@jrherman3rd]

Thanks for your videos. I also grew up in Fort Worth and do handtool woodworking. I graduated from Southwest High School way back in 1982.

[@skjelm6363]

Thank you for your insights! Yeah, I sometimes run in the same Problem when I tell people "I want to live in a forest" they automatically imply you stop washing yourself and begin hunting bears with a club.

[@johnholtii8252]

Fort Worth?!?! No kidding? Would never have guessed that. Thanks for your service and all the things ive learned from you.

[@shaneroper477]

Good to hear the voice behind the intelligence. Excellent workmanship!