Our Family of 6 Went 2 YEARS WITHOUT A TOILET

[@jesse8963]

I think Jeremy deserves the Buffalo coat for all that bucket duty. Lol

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Indeed, agreed!

[@kevinmills5293]

We should start a Buffalo coat go fund me page!

[@ingridassoon1864]

Yes 😆😆sorry jeremy

[@dmacisaac9382]

Amen ! 😜🙏🥳

[@ingridassoon1864]

He deserves alot for is commitment n his love n care for his family remember he is an ex-policeman so to come from dat to a full time father husband builder he has put his mark way up there for others to see n make dat same decision especially at this time in life with so many things going on in d world we live in d most important thing should be our children keeping safe n secure n jeremy has done n doing a great job mynhat comes off to him

[@seascape185]

Look how wonderful those gardens are and the hoarse and the children running and playing free !

[@earlaagaard8175]

You're not just getting a house.....you're gaining Wisdom!! Gratitude is the key to Happiness. Your entire family is in my prayers. Congratulations to all!!

[@GoodSimpleLiving]

Thank you 🙏

[@sherylbrockman5346]

Omg totally understand 12 years 😳 still working for same goal God bless you all, honestly JEALOUS LOL 😆

[@defel1]

I love Melissa's mindfulness thoughts. Jeremy's excitement and relief seal the deal. And Dude--the coat!

[@edgasaway2207]

You’ll are building a “little Paradise “ for your family.

[@chrism1164]

The suspense of installing the toilet - and turning on water to the house for the first time - had me on the edge of my seat. But I am not surprised it all went well. Jeremy is always so careful with what he does - and he READS THE DIRECTIONS!! Love u guys. ❤

[@faithrada]

Agreed... that IS the moment of truth... A very intense moment. Yes.. uneventful is GOOD!

[@wallflowerjr]

Love this family, even there animals are extra cool

[@lorianderson2008]

Awww, Melissa...Jeremy needs that coat. If only as a reward for 2 1/2 years of bucket duty! LOL

[@Hereandnow3]

So beautiful Simple Living family!! Woooooooo no more bucket time!! Congratulations!! 💝💙💜💝💙💝💗🐾😻💗💝

[@tonyaTx777]

Surely you will never take a flushing toilet for granted ever again!! Congrats on the overall upgrade. Thanks for sharing your life adventure. God Blessings and favor to y'all!!

[@deborahashaw6044]

Wow!! A Flushing Toilet!! Wow!! Congratulations!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@orchidlife9482]

Beautiful, the family, scenery, furniture and commode! You’re remarkable parents! Extra shoutout to Jeremy for having bucket duty!

[@barbaralewis3281]

Poor, poor Jeremy!

[@randalltaylor3448]

Watching the kids playing and having fun with the simple things: running through the sprinklers, bicycling, running through the garden and their hand windmills makes my heart sing! Congratulations on finally having the working toilet. You guys are great!

[@lainerichardson6260]

Where is the t.p.?

[@patriciaendris925]

Congratulations for every accomplishment that is fulfilled. It is so rewarding. Enjoy your toilet. Lol. Awesome!!

[@baskervillebee6097]

Kids playing with whirlygigs, running through a sprinker, and throwing a ball. 🙂🙃🙂 Such innocent and joyful play. No batteries needed. Congratulations on the flushing toilet. Remember a similar, but milder, reaction after a week of camping.

[@BearDownCats82]

Holy crap you guys are talented! Hard working Americans!!🇺🇸

[@JerryDechant]

There is that saying, "You don't know how good you have it until its gone." Then you learn to appreciate those things much more when they return. That means, sometimes you have to loose something to actually realize how much it meant to you. When I lived in the mountains of Colorado, in a one room cabin with a little wood burning stove, no electricity, no running water, no bathroom, no shower, it was like going through a time warp when I went back into the city where all those things are available. So, I truly know how you feel about having a flushing toilet. Fantastic!

[@heatherduncan9882]

Your kids are lucky to have you both as parents!!!

[@paige6028]

As a plumbers wife & plumbing business owner it's crazy that THIS IS THE MOST I'VE EVER SMILED watching a toilet flush! SO EXCITED & HAPPY for you guys! Great job!

[@dorothyallen3614]

A toilet, what a joy for your family, it’s a great milestone

[@karencody1826]

Another great video!! I learned a while back to never take for granted the things you have. We lost our 3 bedroom home to foreclosure and had to move to a 1bedroom apartment. We had to let go of a lot of belongings at that time. I look back now and realize that once you lose almost everything and get back little things they mean so much more than before. So flush that toilet but don't ever forget the horrible buckets. Love, love your family and all your videos. 💕💕

[@GoodSimpleLiving]

❤️

[@michaelorosco1436]

The things we take advantage of everyday, like a toilet, can bring joy to those who have gone without! WE ARE A BLESSED PEOPLE!

[@ionecuff6323]

Oh Jeremy!!! I am so happy for you that you have had your last (I hope) march of the dump buckets. You all have accomplished so very much. I can't wait to see the look on everyone's faces as you start moving in. OMG!! It will be hard for me to see through the tears of joy and happiness for you all.

[@barbaralewis3281]

Last if the bucket brigade! BUT you've shown all of us that there are ways to make things happen.

[@markbrown6236]

What a milestone. A simple toilet. Well done.

[@luckychicav7981]

Congratulations to you all on your flushing toilet, but especially for Jeremy!☺️💗

[@miz.harrington85]

Be proud!!! Be very very proud of yourselves!! 👍👍

[@TomLloyd-18]

@11:10 . . . love the 'potty bucket' demo . . . . lol When turning the water on for the 1st time . . . at least you can feel confident with your 'waterproof' vinyl flooring that if worse case scenario happens . . . . it's just a mop-up . . . not a ruined floor. At Melissa's endings to your videos . . . I often thank God you guys chose to stay real and NOT to go with HGTV. Thank You!

[@saraocampo9066]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 well done guys, congratulations!! 🎊🎉🎈🍾 🥂

[@lynnestamey7272]

I just adore watching your kids run around and play in the sprinkler! I did this as a child, I'm now 68, so quite a blast from the past of 60 years. Love your family and how all of you are together. Thank you!

[@dawnlund1104]

Water in the septic tank! Yay!!!!! Congratulations! Such an exciting milestone 💕

[@deenawillis1597]

Love your videos!!! Thanks for sharing your family with the world!!!! I was laughing so hard bc we had no flushing toilet for a week. I was miserable!!! I couldn’t imagine for 27 months. Just remember “You never know what you have until it’s gone like toilet paper”!!! God bless and looking forward to your next video!!!

[@rebeccamunoz4596]

Congratulations on plumbing!!!👍 What a beautiful day have a great evening 🤗👍❤

[@butterfly-kb4cn]

Jeremy that coat was everything! Congratulations on the toilet, your mindfulness talks are always on point Melissa. Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@firstmate015]

I'm as excited as you all are over that splendid throne room. Good Job Jeremy and Melissa.

[@suejackson1731]

A flushing toilet is something so many people including me take for granted, we don't think about it, it's just there. Two and a half years wow. Congrats guys and thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤

[@BackToBasicsWithAnny]

It’s so true we say those words often. I’ll be happy when and forget that each moment is important

[@roseannoppus7896]

Been with GSL since the start of their build and watching them having a flashing toilet makes me feel proud of their achievement ☺️☺️☺️

[@GoodSimpleLiving]

❤️ thank you so much 💓

[@RitaClement-pd6sr]

YAY - VERY GREAT JOB!! YOU HAVE A TOILET!!! CONGRATS!! ❤❤

[@Johnson-hk3cc]

You said that so well... It speaks in the bible about being thankful for all things and it also says, "in whatsoever state I am in, therewith to be content " We find that hard to do.. Being content , wherever we may find ourselves.. Being greatful for everything we do have.. We are blessed people, considering what others have to suffer around the world 🌴 so happy you have a working toilet and no issues !! Awesome job, as always 😀🌼💕

[@eddienash5426]

You all are learning wonderful lessons about finding joy and being grateful !

[@kevinshumaker3753]

Congrats! Another stage. BTW, having endured 'the buckets', lack of water, and such, you have experienced, AND SURVIVED, what, for most people would be a 'disaster' situation. You've found it CAN be survived, and you can even THRIVE in the situation. Should you find yourself in the middle of a blizzard, or other event that takes down the grid utilities, you can and will just shift gears a bit, revert back a bit, and carry on. THAT is a gift that most parents never give their kids, that kind of experience. My boys never really appreciated those kinds of experiences until they became adults, and joined the military. All of them said that the time we spent camping, and 'living rough' made field exercises seem a lot better than their mates took them. I just thank them for letting me know...

[@bethdurbin3279]

I’d like to thank your boys for their service and protecting my family, friends and country. *nods head to them*

[@socalf58]

💕👍🫡

[@norsedragon]

Wow! Another huge milestone having that flush toilet working! Great work!!!

[@jeanner62901]

So excited for you all! The house is wonderful! Blessings to all!

[@raw3165]

Your house is turning out to be a Dream House. It looks beautiful. The mountain backdrop is breathtaking. The kids are beautiful. It is a Happy Family. A happy family makes for a Happy Society.

[@Maybe_Crazy05]

OMG SO EXCITED FOR Y’ALL. I can seriously see the pure joy on your face 🥰. I honestly don’t know how you did it so long without a toilet but we’re about to be doing the same thing, bought 118 acres in WV and packing as I’m watching you and going to be living in a camper and so nervous about it but it’s worth it.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Good luck and best wishes on your journey, you can do it. :)

[@cindypendleton7901]

God bless you! What a great adventure you're going to have! 118 acres, now that's a great homestead. You're living my dream.

[@lanamccormick3412]

Hello neighbor! I live on a small farm in Putnam County WV.🙂

[@Maybe_Crazy05]

@@lanamccormick3412 I’m going to be in Spencer. Is that far? I’m not familiar with the area at all.

[@lanamccormick3412]

About an hour and a half from me. Good luck on your new adventure. Welcome to Wild Wonderful WV!

[@robertlafollette2236]

Congratulations you have got a real toilet. It will really make a difference in your lives. God Bless.

[@tommyetaylor]

Watching the kiddo play in the water sprinkler, you ride your horse and the look on your face when the toilet worked has made my day. I’m sooooo very happy for all of the little things

[@GoodSimpleLiving]

❤️

[@janlesinski4719]

Beautiful family lovely kids with good values

[@brendasusanchristensen7058]

Woot woot no more buckets! You’ve done amazing throughout the long haul. Much respect and Wyoming Bearhugs!

[@debradixon6746]

Congratulations! You installed the toilet correctly and it's useable! I know you all are so happy.

[@jennylittle6852]

Yay!!! So happy for y'all!!! Pretty soon the whole house is gonna be furnished and done. What an awesome journey y'all have had! God bless y'all!!

[@stephenscurlock]

Amen! Don't take ANYTHING for granted!!!! GRATITUDE is everything!!!

[@barbscarrow7300]

Love the choice of bed frames can't wait to see the rest of the additions❤️ Awesome job with the toilet so happy with no more Honey Pot❤️

[@cassandrabos2176]

Congratulations folks! Well earned and deserved!

[@mcooper5929]

Excellent video as usual. Can definitely relate to lack of toilet while offgriding homesteading in Arizona. Miss a running toilet and bathtub. But, the freedom of the lifestyle is so worth it. Many blessings to your family.🐾🐾❤️👍

[@rushingwindmountain]

Can I tell you, I got so choked up when Melissa was talking about the toilet.

[@TheSecretrage]

I know your flushing toilet has to be a real relief (yes, pun intended! LOL) and kudos to you both for it being a success and no stumbles putting it in :) YAYYYYY :)

[@michaelorosco1436]

Isn't it amazing that a simple toilet can bring such happiness!

[@fredadunne5382]

I so loved the joy of the toilet install!! Very reminiscent of my rebuild after the 2016 flood here. While waiting for the contractor to fit me in the schedule, a path to my still functioning, but mostly broken bathroom was built so I’d have a toilet and shower until they could start. Then came the day when the contractor called and said “tomorrow.” Most of the house was blocked off, including the bathroom. I had the kitchen, den and laundry room with a bucket. Repairs there were done while I lived in an apartment right after the flood, then I moved into the den. Many months later, the bathroom was rebuilt first and again a path was built so I could use it. In my mind, there is not much better than saying goodbye to a bucket-style composting “toilet.” Good job!! Plus, your words at the end echo what many of have felt after living “without the luxuries we were born into.” It’s storming right now, but I’m watching the tree branches bend over and saying prayers for the flood victims in Kentucky. Those prayers include gratitude for mindfulness. . . and a flush toilet.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Congratulations guys....Oh....and a huge WOOT WOOT for that first flush 😉

[@brendateague9111]

Hooray! Kudos to y’all for persevering. We went without a functional toilet for seven days, and I thought I’d lose it. I’ve loved watching this journey with my favorite vloggers!

[@lorimontcalm9086]

I wasn't always appreciative of running water until the pandemic and seeing people in refugee camps. The recommendation was to wash our hands to "Happy birthday " and there were SO MANY people without access to water. It broke my heart and in doing so has given me a forever appreciation for warm running water.

[@annbeirne9583]

I am so delighted that your toilet installation went so well, you should be so proud. Love the kids bunk beds too. Gratitude is a wonderful think Love and hugs to all of you.

[@nancyinnevada2785]

IT IS WONDERFUL THAT YOUR CHILDREN GOT TO HAVE A GLIMPSE OF THE PAST, AND YOU 2 AS WELL 😇👼🙏👼😇

[@jacquelinemartinez4516]

OMG you guys are almost there. Beautiful family and your smiles of happiness are so noticeable that I myself can feel your happiness. Thanks 😊 for sharing your journey that all things are possible when you work hard as a team.

[@JimTilson1]

In the spirit of Thomas Crapper, congratulations on the new addition to the family!

[@christianneottinger3932]

Congratulations! I’ve been waiting for this milestone for a long time. As wowed as I am by each of the beautiful job completions to your house, I think this one would be the one that would have me dancing in victory.

[@jennyoung586]

Woo Hoo!! This is a BIG DEAL! So happy for you all!

[@jamesholland5761]

After a very difficult and frustrating week, it's so nice to watch another installment into your adventures! Just a couple yrs ago I decided to rip out all my old plumbing and completely redo my bathroom. I thought I would be without a working bathroom for maybe a week. It turned into two months. I can't go into all the details but it was one problem after another. But finally I finished it and I have never took for granted my working bathroom since! Congratulations on your new accomplishment! Especially for you Jeremy! The struggle is real! Thank you again Melissa for your monolog! Always touching! And thank you for sharing! May God bless you and your family 👪

[@timeb1001]

It’s hilarious to see anyone being so happy over a flushing toilet but then again, I can imagine the joy! Well done! Get him the 🧥😁😁😁

[@SunflowerandtheBussLady]

Yay for the doodie gobbler! My little brother called it that. LOL. Watching your children play outside, enjoying the sprinkler brought me back to my childhood, and being unaware of anything better than what we’re doing at that point in time! The memories are burned into my brain. I can’t remember any thing we did when we went to an amusement park, just that we went every Thanksgiving, and came home to dinner almost ready for a very tired and hungry bunch of kids. Those memories are wonderful and make me smile like a loon, but they also heal my soul, as they bring up my mom, may she rest in glory. She made it all happen as a single mom, then added an amazing man who became dad down the road. You are giving your family the most amazing gift they could ever receive! 👏🏽🥰🙏🏽✌🏽💖

[@lexisleukemiawarriors]

So exciting!!!!! Love all the bed frames, so cool!

[@deniseclose566]

Congratulations on finally having a flushing toilet. It's amazing how something as being able to flush a toilet can mean so much. The house looks absolutely beautiful and I can't wait for the day you move in.

[@teresagoering8239]

So excited to see your dreams become reality. Gratitude…a wonderful gift.

[@pamgriffith1937]

I could literally watch your family all day every day!! Melissa your words at the end of your videos are something we can all learn from… I look forward to that part every week!! You’re almost to the finish line with this part of your journey…I’m so happy for your family ❤️❤️❤️

[@pamelaboyland6953]

It’s the simple things in life that makes you so appreciative. Congratulations

[@verahuggett3998]

I've missed you guys. .still so lovely to be along side you both as you fitted your first ever toilet in your new home. .so proud all went well. .I confess I was anxious for you...but so pleased no leaks. Can't wait to see the beds assembled. . I agree we so often take the small things for granted. .until they are removed for a while ..then we really appreciate them. Blessings to you n your family. Love n hugs ❤❤❤

[@tessjones5987]

You now have a Throne. Thank you for sharing hour wonderful moments and family here on your channel.

[@lynnelovett8999]

Great job Mr. Jeremy on the successful plumbing and toilet installation. Yes we take things for granted until we have to do without them. That can pertain to people in our lives as well. Great building of your new forever home ( Lord willing) Mr. Jeremy and Ms Melissa. Thank God for the small things. Have a awesome rest of your weekend.

[@edadpops1709]

Cant believe its 2 years pluss since you guys had a flushing toilet . Makes me so very thankful of my life

[@FredD63]

Awesome job guys … Jeremy just a couple of tips and info …. Your wax ring is upside down it sits flat on the floor flange … when running new lines run water thru the water supply into a bucket so any contaminants go into the bucket and not into a toilet bowl or new faucet …. I hope this is helpful and it will save you from frustrations ….. the glider chair was nice and looked comfortable… Keep Up The Good Work 👊🏼👊🏼🪚🔨✌🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@teresaslovingcare4444]

WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! The royal throne has arrived!!!!

[@margiemursch5382]

How exciting getting a toilet finally. I remember when we finally had running water and a flush toilet in an old camp my husband and I moved into with three children. Time to celebrate 🎉

[@rosaolbera8768]

What a beautiful video watching the whole beautiful family 👪 ❤

[@BarnhartFarmsSoapCo]

NO MORE POO BUCKETS! I'm sooo happy for you guys (especially you, Jeremy!) It amazes me the progress you have made since the first time I found your videos. I look forward to them every week. Congrats on this latest victory!

[@marlenecardinahl9346]

I love the way your young ones play together- --

[@raymondlockett2979]

I just love your videos and look forward to seeing them on a weekly basis, but most of all I just love to watch how well you're both raising your children and how fortunate and blessed you are to have well rounded individuals but it shows what great parents you both are and how well you're raising a great group of mini "yourselves". The relationship that you have as a couple and a family are a prime example for many people to follow and mimic. Many blessings and wishing you many wonderful great years ahead from south Texas.🙏🙏🙏

[@randybarentine5762]

Happy Happy Happy 😃 your Family is just Awesome! God Bless your Days..

[@randallcaldwell4611]

Congratulations to you all on your flushing toilet! I cannot imagine what that simple, that we all take for granted, means to your family! I have to say again Melissa, please write a book! I don’t care what it’s about. Your gift for telling a story from your heart needs to be shared.😀🇨🇦

[@bernicebrown2527]

Congratulations!

[@isasala9111]

I would like to add an extra applause for Jeremy. I can just guess what a hard task has been the bucket emptying...🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ One think you would only do for your family. And many people not even that....👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kmlinkous]

Every step you've taken has produced such great results. You guys are amazing, I was holding my breath while you installed the toilet. Happiness is a flush toilet! I'm guessing that "Dances With Wolves" is one of Jeremy's favorite movie, it is one of mine. 🥰

[@GoodSimpleLiving]

Yes!! Thank you ❤️

[@Irenecrz8Cruz]

So happy for you guys!!! Congratulations,👍

[@Back2GoodOG]

Woohoo!! What a glorious moment! 😜🤣 I totally understand as we use a huge stock pot with a pool noodle (comfy BTW lol) around the edge as our "poop pot" and I'm usually the designated "refresher". It was a learning experience trying to find the best medium to use and we settled on horse bedding wood pellets...it just turns to saw dust when wet. It has the best "release" when emptying without much of a mess at all and surprisingly works great at coverage and with minimal dust or smell...except the initial phew ofc. 😬 It's not such a big deal anymore but certainly took some getting used to. 🙈🙉🙊 P.s. I love your inspirational messages at the end! 🥰

[@judydoshier1114]

I loved the message also! The Sousa’s might not realize just how many people they inspire!

[@gwenzenk3748]

Congratulations on working plumbing one of the hardest but most important parts of a build. AWESOME JOB

[@theresahicks6235]

We are excited for you guys to be so close to “move in day”! We have been watching y’all since you were in your camper. I remember the day we moved into out new home 30 years ago this December. Will we get to continue watching y’all after you are completely done with the house? I hope so because you guys are like extended family! Hello from Western Kentucky!

[@curtisep5885]

Christmas in that house is going to be BEAUTIFUL! Will finally come alive & be a HOME. WHITE CHRISTMAS here we come 😀

[@alleyal5898]

@@curtisep5885 So true on that , I'm pretty sure they'll all be in there by this Christmas ☃️🎄, seems like it went very quickly, but I know 2 years went by.

[@jessehernandez8805]

Congratulations on completing your porcelain throne did a good job buddy

[@suebean3873]

So happy for you guys. Most of us have experienced this “makeshift” toilet in their lifetime and until/or unless you have , you have no idea how satisfying it is to have a running toilet in the house. Good for you guys, so happy! I have to say, your kids are so well rounded. I can say that they have the kind of childhood that I had like60-70 years ago, minus the horses and tractor. They will be better humans for having been brought up with love and less toys/junk to keep them busy. Outside is the best toy a child can have, summer or winter. I so look forward to Saturday morning with my cup of coffee, watching this. I keep checking how much time is left in the video and I hate to see the red dot get closer to the end! Good choice on the couch colour. So happy he saw the “light”. I think the grey/charcoal would have been the wrong choice, imo anyways. Love your stools, love your beds. Can’t wait to see the beds all set up. Good job guys. Thanks for another amazing video. (Ps, did you not stop in for a donut, I’m sure you did.)

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Excellent job guy's nothing better that the first flush! Love watching!