Our BIGGEST transition EVER.

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It's been almost a year since we went from living vanlife to buying property to build into our off grid homestead in Tennessee. It's been quite the transition with plenty of ups and down....was it a good change for us? Do we have regrets?
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@michaelamaestas4950 3 ай бұрын

Freedom is expressed in different ways with different kinds of actions. Homesteading is 100% action . It is daily creation, daily unfolding, daily learning .

@YTusercomment 3 ай бұрын

It's the responsibility that gives you a purpose...it also builds character and maturity. it's difficult to think that way, at your younger ages...but like it or not, you WILL get older. Now, you are developing roots and working to pay off a secure homesite for yourselves. In your later years you will benefit from this.

@williamwoehl3868 2 ай бұрын

Truly enjoy you two sharing your perceptions and giving insight into the transition you've been making. Be well friends.

@beckypennington79 3 ай бұрын

I love your guys's video The honesty education ambition joy and the struggle and you know furry and feathered friends thanks for everything when you get old sometimes you tend to live vicariously through younger people thanks

@michaelamaestas4950 3 ай бұрын

Farming, Ranching, Homesteading, Gardening , is a full time job . No days off . That is real. It is good to be real.

@TheZombiePossum 3 ай бұрын

Great video as always. I wasn't around when you were vanlife'ing but I am very much enjoying your homestead journey.

@_Nomad_Chad 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for this one. It's safe to say the honeymoon faze of traveling has worn off. I totally understand the longing for community. Lately, I've been thinking of an apartment or even buying something. Whether it be land of a house. Not for homesteading. I live that through you. Lol. At the same time, Idk if I'm ready to come off the road yet. I miss the stability of friends, but im still having a blast out here. It's nice to hear someone else talking about it. Makes it a little less lonely.

@ronmillis8143 3 ай бұрын

Good things take time, it doesn't matter what it is, it takes time to be good. But what is needed is a structured and organised priority list and plan. On any block of land, follow the basics: 1. Access. 2 Purpose. 3. Water..4.. Security for yourself and your property including livestock. 5. Management plan including strategic management plan for property. 6. Fencing and livestock management. 7 Skills assessment. 8. Vegetation and livestock management. 9. Alternative methods. 10. Opportunities.

@ronmillis8143 3 ай бұрын

I would suggest water should always be number 1, access number 2, 3 Security that is boundary fencing adequate to keep livestock in and others out. You will also need access to the boundary. No point getting 100 sheep, lamas or goats if you have no fencing around the perimeter...unless of course you want to spend every waking moment following ya prized milking goats around the property...

@ronneglia2292 3 ай бұрын

I'm glad you guys are happy with your decision to homestead. Watching you two grow and becoming accomplished in so many things is really inspiring. Best of luck in continuing growing your awesome homestead. Love you guys!

@simpleoffgridlife 2 ай бұрын

“Grass is greener where you water it”

@jessiemorse1121 2 ай бұрын

I think you guys are doing great

@Nomadiccamping 2 ай бұрын

I am so happy your channel took off . You guys deserve it. I was watching you during your vanlife travels and couldn't understand why you didn't get more views then . Oh well , you persevered and overcame. You seem like two very bright young people. Remember to Never Stop Dreaming, and for every tear, there will be two smiles Woody Nomadic Camping

@terrycole9427 3 ай бұрын

It's always better to be growing roots

@Revtyme7 3 ай бұрын

Homesteading is a whole new adventure. Providing wonderful homes for your animals, even though you may process them one day. Its a glorious feeling knowing you can walk your own land, look up and see the stars. You can always hire someone to watch your pLace while you take a roadtrip. The best of both worlds. I am 72 and am enjoying my life on my Canadian homestead. The hardest part is not having someone to share the heavy lifting. I dont have a tractor, but I do have a sturdy wagon. Lol Bless you both and enjoy each day on your new adventure.

@hdjohnk 3 ай бұрын

It's just that Gypsy soul talking to ya. ✌️❤️🍺

@JustinsOffGridAdventures 3 ай бұрын

You're so incredibly inspiring to me! I've been watching you for over a year now and can say that your videos have been the catalyst for where I'm at now in life. Thanks to your cabin video I avoided the mistake of getting one my property. Like you, in a travel trailer for now but goal is to build the future home. First, I have to clear some land. I can so appreciate the work that you have put into your ranch so far. Keep up the great work.

@andrewstocker7457 2 ай бұрын

here is the thing, if you still have your wander lust, with a trusted neighbor and a specific list of daily /bi-weekly, weekly things that need to be done, on the homestead, that you can compensate them with either money or barter,... who says you cant go for a week for semi local travel?

@FlipandTheBlueMule 3 ай бұрын

GLAD YALL ARE HAVING A GREAT TURNAROUND NEIGHBORS !! 👋👋🍺🍺👍👍

@stegsauto 3 ай бұрын

You are the greatest. by watching you I have bought me a 40 acre property. Thank you. i am building it to retire on.

@JohnnyFambriniTN 3 ай бұрын

I’m near Bristol, roll thru if you want to pontoon on the South Holston Lake. Nicest lake in TN.

@northerneaglemarket 3 ай бұрын

I have enjoyed very much watching your life’s journey. I know it appears not in the picture, but I would hope one day you could experience the journey and love of a small child growing into a wonderful adult. Hope one day to sit and have a cup of coffee with you two. I am currently live in Alaska and have a farm in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that I visit as well. Then I make my way in the month of November to North Carolina to visit my family. Keep posting, it’s wonderful content.

@punjabseth260 3 ай бұрын

😊

@bubbaredneck75 3 ай бұрын

thtas what ive found is that when u have farm animals leaving for more than 24 hrs becomes very hard. its not like u can throw them in the truck like the dogs. need to find a animal sitter to come and check on them daily and such. homesteadings not a free for all. theres ALOT of small stuff that needs done daily to keep everything going until you get all your utlilities setup.

@florencestaheli7459 3 ай бұрын

Sorry... Cass, you asked me to Telegram you but have no idea how to do it. Am 71! I guess you could not find that video with title: My 5500 Gallon Rain Barrel System from Simplify Gardening. I guess he changed the title. I searched for the content and found it under title 20 Rainwater Tips That Any Gardener Can Use - Beginner Or Pro

@catzcradle 3 ай бұрын

I'm a fairly new viewer who never saw you during your van life. Rather I searched KZbin for info on Tennessee and that's how I found you both. I've been living in my van since 2013 and you hit on a lot of good points about the pros and cons. After so many years living in my van I'm ready for something new and am moving to Tennessee. I'm looking forward to a new way of life. But like you I won't be selling my van. It's been my home for 11 years and I just can't bring myself to do it. Kudos to you both and hoping your garden is flourishing! Winter gardens are always tougher than summer ones so I'm hoping you reap the rewards of your hard labor this summer 😉

@davidasimkosr4641 3 ай бұрын

The world is out there for one to grab, always remember you can do anything you want to do. You all have the true heart in homesteading and you're doing a fantastic job at it. Proud of what you guys have accomplished!!!

@ArchangelMLM 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Matt & Cass for giving an honest view and update of your journey and why you made the decisions to create a homestead.

@bjbeagles1257 2 ай бұрын

I think your cat wants included in your video! 12:21 see - I told ya 😉

@38specialist-yn3nl 2 ай бұрын

Put GOD first, journey second,your destination will be reached on time!!!!!!!

@southernreb2232 3 ай бұрын

Can't wait to do this after I retire I 5 years. I have a 10 acre farm in Middle TN that I bought back in 2019 for retirement.

@mickichikwinya5519 2 ай бұрын

I felt the same about wanting a project and a purpose over ft rv life. I'm close enough to some nice cg's and lakes that I feel that I can get away often enough to still feel like I can go camping. Not boondocking, but enough of that environment (during the week) to get another source of peace. No animals yet. Maybe rabbits at a point in time.

@smwon1 3 ай бұрын

Security is what comes to mind first. If you own your own land you can grow your own food without depending much on the grocery store. The food can be much healthier too.

@scooter0768 3 ай бұрын

well said, an excellent video. thank you for allowing us into your daily lives

@RalphBleam-g3d 3 ай бұрын

Great viedo,so relaxing,God bless!!❤

@NovaBill6264 3 ай бұрын

Awesome video God Bless you and your family Amen

@ECTOERICSARCADE 3 ай бұрын

How's your beer coming along? 🍺🍻

@15halerobert 2 ай бұрын

Responsibility When it has to be done NOW! even when it's in the middle of me time

@Yourowner 2 ай бұрын

Glad to see your Home is Still Standing

@val2952 3 ай бұрын

Grow where u are planted

@sanddollar-ray9125 3 ай бұрын

C4YT God Bless

@patthornton1212 3 ай бұрын

sounds good

@bonnieplastow7018 3 ай бұрын

❤

@HippocratesGarden 3 ай бұрын

I've heard vanlifers say it leads to homesteading, so do preppers (not the doomsday type), and a lot of city folk. What that means to me, and is a bit of a caution for me is, Homesteading can be a very very diverse and vibrant community, where every person, couple or family brings so much to the table. The value is immense, if we accept it and don't get that "Appreciation Fatigue".

@paulettepickering1880 3 ай бұрын

So incredibly hot in Tn. & all over ! You guys got this!!! Baby steps , growing just like the four legged!! Happy Fourth coming !!! Stay cool & hydrated out there!

@terryperrott9913 3 ай бұрын

Yep, every day on the road and or owning your land is different every day in some way. Adapt & over come it wich you guys have done. On the road & owning land has its pros & cons. Watching the animals grow up in a land owner setting is pretty cool.