OFF GRID HOMESTEAD - The Struggle is Real

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[@paisley293]

Your Jackery commercial was 'da bomb'!! 🤣🤣 Now Jackery has to hire YOU! lol Laura, your love for the land touched my heart. You're a true Portuguese homesteader. And the Portuguese anthem was a nice nod to the helpful farmer!

[@mleciwa14]

I appreciate your positive attitude, despite fleeting inconveniences. We haven't had such a rainy winter in a long time. After two years of severe drought, at least the animals will have a good pasture.😄

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for your kind words really means a lot and yes many have told us the same we feel like the nature needed it. Have a good evening

[@anewlifeinportugal]

You can whip this badboy out anywhere 🤣 and what idiot would even attempt to drive up that track in their van, seriously. My bad 🫢 sorry about the mess we made of the driveway 😂

[@anthonytodd3408]

Hi you two, 🎉 hope you had a great Christmas. Good to see you back home again, they say home is were the heart is, and yours is there. Tony 🇬🇧 xx

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Tony, hope you had a lovely Christmas too! take care 💖

[@donaldmayfield9159]

I guess it would have been better if you used another power station instead of that Jackery power station.

[@graceydez6199]

That stream is made for hydroelectrics. You can get a fair amount of electricity from that when you need it in the autumn and winter.

é bom ver gente nova, empreendedora e que aprecia a riqueza da terra. votos de sucesso! 🤠

[@onedilation9787]

If you do use a Jackery Explorer definitely the struggle will be real as it is expensive and charges really slow.

[@gusbracewell3856]

Put up a clothes line in y’all barn to help dry y’all wet clothes it may take a couple of days but at least your van won’t smell like wet clothes

[@drobbins678]

Great video, welcome back to your DreamStead. Good on your farmer neighbor for helping pull the van out of the mud. "There’s no place like home My safety harbor from the storm. My cozy haven safe and warm. No matter where I choose to roam . . . There’s just no other place like home." by Author Unknown

[@andypayne1571]

You can clearly see how happy you both are to be back. Once you have either worked for yourself or owned a bit of property to call your own there is no going back. I have spent a few hours over the years digging out stuck cars/vans and it's surprising how time consuming and tiring it actually is. Best wishes and look forward to further updates.😁

[@InternationalSpaceBacon]

In Loving Memory: Exercise Rings (2022-2022)

[@theoriginhomestead]

😂

[@gustavinus]

I have unstuck many cars by putting the rubber mat (from the car) under the stuck wheel. Works quite nice, even though it may damage the rubber mat. It is better than being stuck in the middle of nowhere though.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for the tip we will remember that for next time :)

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

Well at least you made it back and as you stood there abut to walk over to the van and outhouse, did you check the clouds behind you? No and then the Middlesbrough heavens opened and low and behold Portugal welcomed you home.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Hey Atholl, thanks for watching and yes ha we tried to avoid that heatwave in Middlesbrough

[@church8042]

So happy you are back and safe. I am overjiyed the property wasn't a complete mess. In my prayers for you two and all the adventures ahead. TY for sharing them with us all! God Bless!

[@theoriginhomestead]

We were pleasantly surprised with how everything held up considering how much rain there's been here 😀Thanks so much for watching and the kind words 💖

[@luisaleonardi666]

Glad your inspection went well and everything was just waiting for you. Looking around great progress has been made in many different ways. Proud of you. Go on with the same enthusiasm Laura and Dan.

[@raymonde4272]

Pleased to see that most things held up. Hopefully you can fix the issues with the van and the rain eases off enough to start drying out the water damaged items.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks, we're hoping things start drying up soon 😀

[@rodneywager2142]

Farmers are the same all over the world. Glad you are back to the homestead.

[@greatescape7735]

Hi, Is your van UK or Portuguese registered ? Just wondering how you get around the MOT aspect when it's left...

[@tedwhanstall6156]

what is your neighbor's first name, a nice bottle of wine would say a huge thankyou.

[@SolarLantern424]

You should definitely thank Portuguese farmer and find out his name next time you meet as he really came to your rescue there! :)

[@RaraAvis1138]

Please put something down the inside wall of your well like a small homemade ladder for critters to climb out if one happens to fall in.

[@leightonhoward8545]

At least now you know where the bad soft spots are in your driveway, so when you're ready to lay some more stoney surfacing you will have an idea where to put it more, really enjoying your videos.

[@bluesout3]

Enjoyed that very much. Glad your back. You might grab some dry branches and start a corner fire in your barn it will be warm and dry in no time and give you a bit of space in this winter weather. Soon it will be getting cold but sunny in the days. Been here 30 years, so I have a good idea of what I say. keep up the good love and light for your life in Portugal. Xcau. Gary n Sim

[@daveweststand3508]

Once you both get warm and dry you will feel better. Have you got a fireplace inside your barn where you can get cozy and warm. Once this rain has passed you both will be able to start getting things back too normal. If you both have to return to England, it would pay you to make a carport for the van and leave it on better ground. Anyway, it's great to see you both back on your homestead, and I look forward to see more of your videos and progression. Take care, and Happy Days.

[@RMMara2]

Gravel for the driveway is a beautiful thing.

[@martinengelbrecht5384]

Music is so beautiful!

[@theoriginhomestead]

Glad you like it 😀

[@tworebelsoffgrid]

Your property is beautiful and we are looking forward to watching your channel to continue to develop :) All the best to you both for 2023!

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks so much, you too!

[@dawnpetz9085]

Get some steel wool, if it is available over there. Pack it around any pipes, etc that would allow mice/rats to get in. They can’t/won’t chew thru it.

[@garycottam4157]

Hiya. After seeing your stream. Why not install a couple of water turbines. Should give enough power to charge batteries. Love the vids. Well done guys👍

[@Classifiedreality]

Sweet, thank you for sharing.....happy for your positive thoughts....so much negative energy on social platforms..🙏🙏🚜👨‍🌾🚜🙏🙏😍😍🚜

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for watching 💖😀

[@leightonhoward8545]

Hey guys, looking green and fresh, glad you both are back I can look to more wonderful videos from you both ... chow! 😘

[@theoriginhomestead]

Hey Leighton glad you like the video and thanks for watching each week :)

[@wyldrushorchard1061]

Our neighbour's Massey 135 got us out of trouble several times too, even pulled a 20ft shipping container

[@theoriginhomestead]

A good neighbours is always key :)

[@wendyward6033]

Love watching u both ❤, your attitude is amazing look after yourself c u both next week xxx

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Wendy ❤,❤,

[@gustavinus]

That stream could generate some hydro power. That would make up for nice videos as well...

[@theoriginhomestead]

Doesn't rain enough hear unfortunately

[@100Noddy]

Guys could do with advice from the locals to get a few things sorted out. Access is is a biggy, drainage too, at the moment looks like you are winging it. Interested to learn your plans, hope you will share soon. Having two UK registered vehicles, would like to know your thoughts on that. I will be making a similar move in the next couple of years and have thought about bringing a four wheel drive and a caravan from Cornwall. I agree living close to nature is very special and increasingly difficult to achieve here in the UK unless very wealthy.

[@marklawrence7791]

If you have running water like your stream you want a pelton wheel included in your battery charging capabilities. Your water may not run all year, but when it does it is for 24 hours so charging all day long - unlike solar. Good luck with everything!!

[@liamwhitcher9059]

This is interesting to watch from the beginning of your adventures. How about a rough fix stove in the barn? I have to ask why you are driving to get water when you have the stream running.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for watching and support. Stove is something we will be adding in future and stream is untested so we need to test

[@tedwhanstall6156]

tie 2x4 to the wheel accelerate slowly use branches if needed to gain traction

[@xenogaius7326]

I had some wooden rings that were getting dry and splintery. I wrapped them in electrical tape and it's pretty great. Better grip and the tape will protect the rings

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for tips :)

[@lollypop2413]

Build a carport over the van to give it shelter sun and rain!..collect water off roof in tanks

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for the advice

[@MrTonyPiscatelle]

I too am glad you two are back. You make such a nice couple and seem to enjoy each others company very much. God bless

[@brunodotta1577]

e possibili avere la traduzione in italiano?👌👌👍👍😂😂

[@theoriginhomestead]

We'll look into it 🤗

[@pollyb.4648]

Glad you're back, great commercials!

[@theoriginhomestead]

🌻💖

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

What is with his fixation on rats and putting Laura down? I hope he's just compensating for being nervous conversing on video.

[@bogman192]

great video - love the English - just get on with it attitude.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Kevin 😀

[@jbyrd2516]

Welcome home! Love the ad!!

[@sielbleu4263]

soo cute couple am watching ou every day love you so much

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for the support

[@annemarieparker9574]

I'm happy for you both that there was minimal damage to all your possessions while you were away. Wishing you both a very Prosperous New Year 🌟🙏

[@rayhardy9963]

Hi,that stream if it has enough flow might be good for a water turbine power unit take a look at kris Harbour natural building about 12 months ago,he has one on his land in wales,and built one for someone else.

[@Blessings.429]

Draining is essential in a wet environment especially roads.💖🇦🇺 You could use the inside of Poly to string a line for drying on a wet day.💯

[@Will111ism]

So glad.... boom 💥 stumbled upon this 🙌 big up respect 🙏 from #Scotland

[@loosewheels1000]

Rats and mice hate the sells of peppermint oil, cinnamon, vinegar,citronella,ammonia,bleach and mothballs, so leave some of these smells around next time you go away.

[@2318mart]

Good luck from Washington

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Martin 😀

[@zeynepiasmina7377]

royal mail bags spotted 😀

[@jwcinc12]

I feel like I watch all your videos, but how long were you gone for? It just kind of took me by surprise that you were gone for a few months.

[@chibe3953]

hello I'm from Indonesia I'm waiting for the next video

[@theoriginhomestead]

Hey! we have one coming out now 🤗

[@simonrichardson5203]

I'd put a small HEP turbine in that stream , you can make one out of a washing machine motor

[@mikelskelley]

how many young women would be so happy to go see if the outhouse is still ok lol, i wish you both the very best for the new year, you will have challenges and disappointments but you have each other, I envy you both lol if only i was 40 years younger, again all the very best for the new year

[@mikelskelley]

@Telegrxxm-The_Origin_Homestead I’m sorry but I don’t know if this is real, I’m a 70 year old pensioner I don’t do texegrxxm

[@duosiris34]

i do the same thing , bags inside the shoes 😄🤣

[@theoriginhomestead]

ha love it great minds think alike thanks for watching

[@raymondescobar1702]

Be Blessed in CHRIST. It will be ok. Don't worry.

[@F30SZN]

love this

[@theoriginhomestead]

💖

[@mikeyoung20074U]

with the stream so close is there plans to use the fresh water . maybe a little water pump ?

[@theoriginhomestead]

We wish, Doesn't rain enough hear will be dry again soon :) thanks for watching

[@mikeyoung20074U]

@@theoriginhomestead do ya plan on getting any live stock . say a Hen for the eggs or a Goat for the milk and cheese , pig for most of ya food waste ?

[@neilshepard9377]

Fun to see your joy and determination 🙌🏼✨😊

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thank you!! 😊

[@neilshepard9377]

Great video, fun ending, I loved the heroic music when the tractor arrived 😆😆😆

[@theoriginhomestead]

Glad you liked it, we had such a giggle editing it 😂

[@TomSmith-sr2br]

Still don't get theses videos ????? what is the point here ???

[@furyan9382]

You need to throw some stone and gravels. Don't refill all with mud. You are lucky you have nice farmer around you.

[@noor_alhaya]

فيديوهات رائعة وممتعه اتمنى لكم التوفيق انا نور صديقتكم من الاردن ....عمان

[@hydeyoungg17]

Hello. It was a beautiful nature and a great video. Thanks. See you.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Glad you liked it 😀

[@neiricanazz308]

Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@theoriginhomestead]

🌸🌹🌺

[@andymacdonald30]

That lane to your land !! OMG its going to take some work . Every time you go into town ,grab a few bags of stone chippings and fill in the worst bits . Keep up with the positive attitude and live life and have fun

[@theoriginhomestead]

Yeah it's a mess lol, Thanks for watching Andy 😀

[@marybates2201]

I am glad things weren't too bad. You could do with fixing the sunroof in the van so you can at least be dry. Dan i cannot believe you were actually going to try out your rings. Madness! Laura your love for your home is lovely to see. I hope your friends have a good visit with you. Happy new yr and i hope 2023 is amazing for you x

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Mary! Happy new year to you too💖

[@chibe3953]

I like 👍👍👍

[@smarth23]

God bless you both , love each other and stay happy, my greeting from Saudi Arab

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for watching 😀

[@moss1transcendant]

a stream ! free hydro power

[@theoriginhomestead]

maybe one day but the stream only runs a couple of months out of the year 😆

[@moss1transcendant]

@@theoriginhomestead Peace and love. I think isolating yourselves there is a good thing.

[@joobie1000]

Stay focused, and you can overcome almost everything, your both young and healthy with a positive attitude, that's gonna carry you through

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks 💖

[@stephanwright5340]

hello guys fellow north Easter from northallerton are you Sunderland or Newcastle lol didn't wanna call you the wrong one lol. really cool what a journey hope it all goes great just saw your Portugal video fantastic

[@theoriginhomestead]

Hey Stephan, Dans inbetween and I'm from slightly north of Newcastle 😀

[@petro3441]

Wow rhe green is truely beautiful🎉

[@davidstoddard9160]

When one gets stuck in the mud, first thing should do is jack the vehicle up and put a board over the hole and it will drive right out. Good Tip for all

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for the tip 😀

[@antonymccann6647]

We have a couple of gecko's that live in our barn,their poo looks like rat poo,so might just be gecko's.

[@theoriginhomestead]

That's interesting, we've seen geckos in the barn too. But the rats have also left nests in there so could be both lol

[@marvinboggs]

Merry Christtmas and Happy New Year! A great new future! Carry-on.

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks Marvin, you too!!

[@lollypop2413]

If that stream flows all year hook up hydro!

[@vazrestauracoes1977]

🙏🏼😍👏🏼🇧🇷

[@ChickieBoo1]

Put stones down on where your tyres go, it helps with mucky areas. Did it in NZ.

[@geoffward7786]

When breaking down pallets, start from the back; after removing the boards, stand the pallet on end and knock the blocks off with a hammer. When removing long nails with a claw hammer; put a small block of wood under the hammer, it gives a higher fulcrum, for pulling the nails out

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for sharing tips x

[@kurtlee3198]

couldn't you's have a water turbine with the stream and head you would get from the drop in land like Chris Harbour on youtube? kzbin.info/www/bejne/onnEYoqGe62cndE

[@theoriginhomestead]

💕

[@lieuwina]

Best wishes and look forward to further updates. Glad the farmer could help.

[@theoriginhomestead]

We're so glad too 😀

[@mailsathish8]

🌿🌱🌳🔱🌞 Loved the green covered land ,so beautiful & treat to eyes , it gives me pleasure to see all things are good in your property ,except some wornout in your van , great going guys 🔱

[@theoriginhomestead]

Thanks for kind words and support

[@mailsathish8]

@@theoriginhomestead 🙏 LOTS OF LOVE FROM INDIA 🇮🇳

[@paulandlaurahausman379]

I can't wait to see what you are going to do next. Looks like you will have water for the summer months. You have a good sole farm neighbor to help you. Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy New Year.

[@santoshbansode697]

Hello ,,,,,,, good morning both of you,,,, first congratulations to you both,,, because it is not easy to live off gread,,,,,,,, and salute your positive energy,,,,, which you have,,,,,, that's why I like you both very much,,,,,,, God bless you both,,,,,,,,,,,i really inspired by u both,,,,,,, always love u both ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gerrygrouwe70]

And one thing heaving a good neaghbour is better then a good neaghbour far away

[@theoriginhomestead]

for sure Gerry ;)

[@chrisstaniforth5629]

Just found you two on here!! Cracking stuff! Awesome watching. Hope youre both well!!

[@gardeningfishingjimw9364]

I hope you two had a wonderful Christmas and great to see you back home!! I did have a couple of chuckles during this vid especially when Dan tried to blame you Laura for wetting the bed....it was HIM!! hahaha

[@wyldeman]

Hyrdo power at the stream! Lovely couple! You just got a subscriber!

[@theoriginhomestead]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@panchalmahesh700]

Hi

[@theoriginhomestead]

Hello 😀

[@charlesdelile8547]

Such a beautiful couple, hope all goes well for the two of you, many blessings from Australia 🇦🇺 if we were any younger might have bought the farm next door 🍺🍺

[@terryevans5476]

Happy to see there wasn't to much damage in your absence. Good to see you both back in action. Best wishes from Cornwall England ♥️

[@sherry9088]

I believe I was scammed by someone impersonating you both. About getting a prize for Zendure generator. I sent them $157 for handling, taxes, shipping. I just got another telegram that they need $50 more to finish the shipment. I am so upset. I'm sick with shingles and why I did not see this coming, makes me grieve.

[@jjbiggmann5576]

DIG A TRENCH OUT AT A RIGHT ANGLE , TO THE WHEEL RUT....ITS THE WATER ...THAT IS THE PROBLEM....LEAVE THE RUT. UN FILLED....

[@theoriginhomestead]

❤

[@firsttankcrews]

Well done on coping with the weather and pleased to see the farmland looking so fertile. Bodes well for the harvest later in the year. Can you let us know what your plans are for 2023?