OUR LAST MEAL IN THIS HOUSE!! - Moving Into A Travel Trailer

[@hugelpook]

The main thing is that you are moving forward. However slowly. You're doing really well. Remember you have 5 kids!!! You are doing really well.

[@candidethirtythree4324]

That space over the fridge gets hot, can't really put any food or meds up there. We put our bread up there and it toasted it! It was hard as a rock the next day, so we just put our Tupperware up there. The stove will need a pizza stone or ceramic tiles in it to make it work right, the part where the fire comes out is just a straight line and it burns in the middle only. A pizza stone spreads out the heat to make it bake evenly. We had to live in our RV for a year after a flood, I loved it LOL. The only part that I didn't love was having to turn on the hot water heater and wait for the water to get hot. I bought an on demand water heater. I hope you get all the kinks worked out real soon and get to enjoy yours too.

[@bonniekirkland7600]

I know this season of your lives is overwhelming!! God is in control and He has you in His hands!!! I am praying for peace for y'all!!!!

[@dlweaver4329]

That big,beautiful barn is going to be a life saver:-)It is a blessing. Might be a good place for a tent the kids could play in,when it starts getting cold. Or a screen tent set up,with your kitchen table. You have probably already thought of these,just things I thought,if it was me,what might make it easier. Hey mom,do you remember the year we lived in the camper???:-)I see many stories years from now,it is going to make for good times. God bless you in this journey Donna

[@joannefargo2455]

Love the part where all the family are eating their last meal in the house. Bri is talking and all the kids are chowing down.....and Wilder loving his dinner so much he is licking the sauce off the plate! 😂

[@mattieott797]

Art and Bri you have two beautiful things on your homestead. Your children and your animals. I love seeing your beautiful kids , I can't believe the baby is walking . He is so sweet . Good to know you are in your camper . I love watching your videos and seeing your farm .

[@eleanorfitzsimmons2040]

You might consider a storage shed outside beside the camper for all the pots, pans, canning stuff. For things that can take the cold. We have a Rubbermaid one that we keep gardening supplies.

[@territn8871]

Excellent idea. We had one that we used for garden tools, but that would be ideal to store some large appliances and baking dishes, etc.. Ours was also a Rubbermaid brand. I just checked and Home Depot has them. The one we had was nice and kept stuff dry.

[@cassityart7001]

Living in a tiny space with family I found that fresh air flow is a must. Beyond just breathing, dirty laundry, bathroom and cooking add to the challenges of not getting enough fresh. Purge often from front to back. 💨✨

[@Brifromscratch]

We put an air filter and dehumidifier in the camper. Also, we keep windows open. :)

[@cynthiafisher9907]

ART and BRI Won’t the air filter and dehumidifier work too hard with the windows open?

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

I remember living for 7 months in a 12' long caravan, with three children aged 5, 3, and 2! It was really hard, but we got through it. You will get through it ok too.

[@StephiesBeadsandBaubles]

We have a roaster we use on our back porch for holiday meat cooking to free up our oven . The thing is big enough for a pretty size turkey with the lid and about 24 pounds with foil replacing the lid . You can bake in them too and they are pretty reasonable as well ! Ours is almost 20 years and still going strong ! We just plug it in on our back porch and it cooks great and with such a small place the heat could be kept out of the trailer ! 🙂

[@Freakontheway]

Dear people, it's good to see your happy faces! I came to your channel after your friends all posted the mold problems you had with your house, so I only knew you from radiating all kinds of stress :( I'm so happy to see you being way more relaxed! Good job hanging in there! There are lights in your eyes now, I see behind a more or less straight face, some twinkling and joking around going on. I thank God for that. May He bless you with more peace and may He relax you even more, now that you finally can take on the big job of making your house safe again.

[@vstarrdr]

Use your gas grill as a oven. Put what ur baking in the middle and turn the burners on each end on. During the summer I bake on mine all the time, roast, rolls. Anything I'd cook inside.

[@meteoman7958]

After an ART and BRI marathon of hundreds of videos, I am finally caught up. Now I'm looking forward to many more as the saga continues.

[@samanthatorres9517]

Even though life if really hard for you right now, you're still soooo blessed. You have the security, safety of your land. God is going to work big changes into your hearts!

[@Brifromscratch]

We feel extremely blessed. Life doesn’t really feel hard but just a lot of change and stress. We still are just filled with awe and gratefulness every day!

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Laughing children interacting with animals is just one of the blessings on earth.

[@cherylbertolini3140]

So glad you are just about to move in full time

[@minnesotagal507]

Fabulous idea for the barn usage, that's very smart

[@not2tees]

You can see Wilder becoming a somebody now and not Baby, as amazing as babies are. I believe your viewers do send love to all the members of the Art and Bri family.

[@cheryllgoodluck3561]

use the BBQ to cook your meals use like an oven with top down cheers

[@plashua3674]

The space over the refrigerator looks ideal for storing plastic wrap, tin foil, parchment paper, boxed plastic food storage bags etc, easy to get to when you need it without taking out every box to get to the one that contains the product you want. I envision you placing the boxes where the small side faces out.

[@monicacej383]

Your kids are so wonderful. Good luck with the move and decontamination of your house. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Mo Bird Ce children are Beautiful Grace Especially ♥️

[@inglis7086]

Talk to Meg and Ben Hollar they cook for 6 in the camper and have a small oven like you now have they may have some secretes on how to do this after two years in their camper - thank goodness for the barn as an extended play area while you are in the camper over the winter - mouse were you gear is stored is my only other thing, other than the cats what else are you going to use like mouse traps up high out of the little ones reach - I grew up farming and Mum would set traps every winter encase they arrived

[@territn8871]

Our minds must run on the same track...I too was thinking Bri should get with Meg (Hollar) for some tips on cooking in the camper and storage tips. I've never had a camper so I can only imagine feeling overwhelmed not having enough kitchen space to store much needed items. I'm sure Meg has some great tips!

[@livinglife8333]

You need a dehumidifier in that RV our you will get mold in there as well. With all the people sleeping in there and cooking, bathing you will need one. That comes from a full time RV’er.

[@Brifromscratch]

We have one.

[@brianwade8649]

Idea: store non-refrigeration items in water-tight plastic tubs, outside but reachable from front porch Art built.

[@susansharphaynes555]

Once life takes over you will be so accustomed to the trailer and before you know it you'll be in your new home made over!

[@natashatouster5952]

All the best to you in your new temporary home ♥️. Can't wait to see you guys move back into the house that love built!

[@kathrinekerns8398]

You can make it. Hang in there. Such a big adjustment. God bless you. Remain thankful.

[@chelemichele1524]

One step at a time... hope things go smoothly the rest of the way... Have a wonderful evening 🌻🌻🌻

[@annettadunham7611]

You could get a NESCO countertop roaster (electric) and it is large enough to fit your large pirex baking dishes. I use mine a lot during large family gatherings. They are electric and fit on a countertop.

[@OurCabinInThewoods]

You might already know. Your propane heater will burn through fast. Normal tank two days max at 35 degrees. We live in our camper during Oklahoma winter while building our house. Please note couple things. First make sure your wiper seals are working properly under your side outs cold air will come in. Get two electric space heaters. Don't use power from R/V, will blow breakers run different power source to run them. Also we used hay but you will want to put skirting around camper going to get very cold during the winter. We used hay. after season gave it to goats. just trying to help. Good luck been there and done it great videos.

[@brianwade8649]

Wilder was so sweet.

[@sherryballington1583]

I put things I do not use all of the time in clear plastic containers just in case I need to get them. I just stack them up on my back porch if I need to get to them a few times a week. You can do the same things with clothes and stack them outside of the camper but just cover it up with a tarp if you are worried about the look of a bunch of containers.

[@ntsims01]

New t-shirt: “Home is where the coffee pot is.”

[@fredachase5193]

That barn will be an awesome space for your family....so smart!!!!

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

When we go camping, and have no space for kitchen items we place them in large bins, and store the bins on the ground under the camper. This maybe a option to help y'all with your kitchen items.

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

@@katieblackmarketmarvel Amen!!!

[@TallWeedsandRust]

Your barn loft has always been my favorite part of your homestead. It's just an amazing space to have.

[@Brifromscratch]

It’s my favorite too. -Bri

[@MustangSally7259]

Love watching your progress!

[@HomesteadByBigfoot]

Praying you all to get through this as smooth as the Lord blesses you. In tight quarters sometimes nerves can get on edge, Just remember this is all God's plan and it is going to be a great journey as well all have been witnessing it to be. Great job doing all of this and remaining strong, Your an Inspiration to us on our Homestead jurney our self. God Bless.

[@stitchengramie]

Art and Bri you can put a big cutting board over the stove burners in order to make more counter space. I did that for a year and a half in the camper that I lived in. I never used the stove at all for cooking.

[@sharonawalker4501]

Your guys are doing so great getting things ready. Looking forward to watching the progress on getting the house repaired. I know from experience it will be challenging at times with the children in a smaller trailer but your use of the barn for extra space, especially playing area space is a great idea. Take care and God-bless.

[@mountainsidefarm8357]

I keep our vitamins in our microwave, since we don’t use it for anything except storage, and a timer 😜 We are also living in a park model trailer right now that is a quarter the size of our old house. I understand your struggle!!

[@natashasemrau3670]

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[@piahess9738]

You all are doing a great job moving into your RV.The barn is nice with a bunch of room and looks pretty waterproof.The best of luck with everything.One day at a time.Blessing's for you all.♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡.......

[@Jean2235177]

I agree, Bri. This across the yard move is harder than a cross-country move. It’s so easy to keep saying, I’ll bring this over later, etc. with a cross-country move it’s all done at once. Hope y’all get settled in easily.

[@BiterAvid]

I think that you are making stellar progress. I know that when you are right in the mix, it seems that everything is taking forever. But with all those young off-spring with all their necessary items that have to be fit in and accounted for; the organization required is mind-bending. That enormous clean barn will be awesome. Blessings and ease to the entire clan. 🍁 🍂 🍁 🍂 🍁 🍂

[@GrandmasGardenofHope]

Salem: Peace. A great name for your little home. Praying God's peace over you all with your adventure of a big family in a tiny house.

[@donnajakubos4249]

Wow what a great space beside the trailer!!!! The hay barn. That's quite the undertaking, and will soon be a memory 👍👍

[@ronaldbequeath2307]

Bri, I think you know or have a dutch oven. What I do is you know that they say for every 10 degrees you put a charcoal brisket on it but I use mine in the house, what I do is go out and find colorful river rocks the size of charcoal and then scrub them, sanitize them, then heat them in the oven for an hour then put what I'm cooking in it then use the rocks on the top as the complete cooking oven. Its a nice system and everyone asks me why the rocks are on the counter and when I tell them they like the idea. Have a great day on the homestead. God bless from PA.

[@rachelrichards8312]

I love that your camper is called Salem.. Peace / complete

[@bran5511]

There are some toaster ovens that are big enough to fit a turkey. Might also fit into the space above the frig. That was the cutest moooo ever!

That's good to see you moving on!! We hope it won't take a year for your home! 😃😃😃

[@cherylwilliams81]

It takes time to get organized! You two are doing a great job!💕

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

Progress has been made. The outside barbecue stove would be better in a 3 sided shelter with gate, keep young kids away from it when on and keep it out of the weather. Hopefully it will all end up as a comfortable base for the family whilst the house is gutted.

[@kaycox5555]

Suggest you build some cubbies outside to help with storage. They can later be used to store anything needed inside and outside the house. Blessings.

[@terraranch1459]

I can’t believe that baby is walking! So cute. Hugs❤️

[@sarahwaite50]

I live in a camper too. The oven is small and doesn't cook evenly. I haven't tried it yet, but I read that if you put a pizza stone in the bottom, it will help hold heat and even the heat. My refrigerator freezes the stuff on the middle shelf. Gotta figure that out, too. But I really enjoy living here for the most part. I can clean up quickly. Clutter is a challenge though. I sometimes find myself moving things 2 and 3 times just to do one thing. 😕 I understand about getting that coffee maker in there!! That's an awesome barn! That's going to be a lifesaver for y'all when the weather is bad.

[@WildCoffeeHomestead]

We hope your adventure is filled with happy memories as you rebuild your house.

[@Brifromscratch]

So far we are having a good time and the kids love being in the camper!

[@PromisedJubilee]

If you ask my kids where they remember living most fondly, it's the renovated school bus. Kids have different priorities than grownups 😉

[@glorialeach7301]

That ‘barn hang out play area’ is fabulous!!!!!!! Progress is good 😍

[@mimiann2372]

You guys are so smiley dépité the chaos you must be living. So inspirational !! Keep going and hoping end of phase 1 arrives soon

[@marlenereimchen9141]

There are some clips you can buy for your awning that clip onto the awning and then onto the pole. It prevents your awning from flapping in strong winds. It will hold it in place. We had some and it made a huge difference. It has a grip on one end and velcro straps on the other. I think we bought them at Walmart, I can't remember it's been a while.

[@danstirm4333]

A friend built a place too live in a barn while going to college. It was already framed up so he just insulated it and a little bit of wiring .worked for four years.

[@annl5227]

I'm so glad you're breeding that bull. His calves will (hopefully) inherit that sweet temperament!

[@ohjoannabanana]

The hay barn looks like a fun place to hang out. If I was a kid I would build a tent in there and sleep in it 😀

[@bobbieabbott]

I live in an RV fulltime and I would recommend using that microwave as much as you can't because that oven is going to burn through your propane. The burners on top or not so bad we actually bought a large size electric oven that can sit on the counter.

[@6996katmom]

Seems like it is coming together quite nicely. Ya'll have that big beautiful barn, such a great space. I can't wait to see what happens to your house. Our needed a roof for 10 yrs and my hubby just won't spend the money to have a new roof on. The bathroom needs gutting but because of his age he lets things go. The roof leaks in the rain-thank heavens for trash cans. Some day maybe-Have a Wonderful & Blessed Day!

[@here2homesteading]

I would be setting up an outdoor kitchen under the awning with a normal size refrigerator and stove with an oven. But I’m confident you have already thought of everything and are doing what is best for your family.

[@oldfart5127]

Try finding a area in the barn/Freezer area for you house stove to cook your bigger items in. Think of your camper trailer is a sleeping area/ eating area.

[@WendyK656]

Oh how I love the sound of water running! what a beautiful site. Awe how adorable feeding the calf. My family cooks on the grill all year around; so maybe you can do that with the oven being so small. Hey Bri, it is working! May God help you with the stress trying to get things into the camper. God will pull you though this Art and Bri. Now you can get the house started; and the sooner for y'all you will get back into the house. Praying still for y'all and God will take care of you.

[@OctopusGardenFarm]

I don't know how much camping experience you all have but that how I'd approach this situation. I was recently with out a stove for a few months and used my electric skillet and crock pot a lot. Also set up an out door kitchen area will help give you more space to work as well as keep you camper cooler. Plus with all the space in the barn you could set up a kitchen/ dinning area. Would give you a lot more space for the holidays and home schooling.

[@dianegribbin8815]

Use your oven for storage when not in use, then put items on your drainer until oven is off.x

[@patriciadean5452]

Wonderful that you are at the end of stage ONE !! IT will be great to have the barn as an extended area of the camper. #Bri looks like you have done a great job on the kitchen, as well as the other areas !!

[@kathycagg6531]

Thank you for sharing the journey!

[@tracybradshaw1362]

It's all gonna work out! Be strong! God Bless!

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Beautiful kitchen love the new dishes a place for everything it will be warm & Cozy God Bless 🙏🙏♥️

[@PrincestonTheFrenchBulldog]

I’m glad you guys listened to me I almost lost my son to black mold his lungs filled with blood.

[@vickigill6825]

A rerun of my favorite KZbinrs. 💟

[@alexcarrn28]

"It's another great day on the homestead", yes I got my/new red shirt. I love it. It feels so nice that fabric. And you're so right. Everybody needs to get one. Thanks so much for another great video.

[@zinnialady5153]

Hope your child that has asthma problems shows a lot of respiratory improvement. That is so scary for everyone. That alone would be a huge blessing and something to think about when you are feeling cramped.

[@Brifromscratch]

He has already shown great improvement.

[@hoppas77]

maybe you could get a sun oven would be helpful. you could have a little outdoor barn kitchen set up to help with lack of space.

[@anneamcgrath]

Love You! Thanks For Sharing! ❤️ 💕 You'll never find or even train another bull with such a saweet temperament! lol - I'm cheering for the bull as a permanent papa for your homestead... 😂

[@territn8871]

I've never seen such a sweet bull!! I think he should remain a keeper too. I've never seen a bull gentle enough to eat out of your hand! Whoever had him first must have spoiled him rotten! He's a sweet boy! Justin Rhodes "Stud Muffin" is fairly gentle but nothing like Art and Bri's!❤🐂

[@bethhinton7115]

I know your life seems like it's chaotic and it is but it will get better, you have a goal in mind and just keep your eyes on the prize of a year from now that you will have your house and it will be free from mold and it will be better than ever. I am listening to reminders from God about my own situation that I was thrust into on Sept. 22 when my Hubster of 30 years went to be with the Lord on a Sunday morning. It's dark and stormy now but Jesus is in our boat with us. I know that there is hope and I have seen the working of the Lord in our situation. Your channel is peaceful and I need that and it's soothing and I need that...Thank You for being you even among your chaos it helps others even when you don't think it does...Musings from Eastern NC...Much Love Also.

[@sweetnsoursusan]

It's heartwarming to see your kids growing up. My three are 12, 7 and 2 years old. Thanks for all your videos!

[@windsweptfarm1972]

If your washer isn't insulated over the winter the water in the lines which never empties completely will freeze and ruin the washer. It happened toe twice living off grid before I realized what was going on. Try to find a way to provide some insulation for your washer in the barn.

[@hollandspinehaven2634]

You may want to consider putting a temporary kitchen in the barn. As well as your dinning room set..

[@paulrice1918]

Bri I see you as having great organization talent so you will work things out to your liking. Art you are right when the mr coffee gets moved you are moved. You folks can involve the children in problem solving of where things go and they will be so happy if you take a suggestion or two and use them. They will feel that they had a part in the move. My gosh that Grace is growing.

[@Brifromscratch]

Yes, they have been helping all along the way. :)

[@peewees6199]

Whew...what a job. Looks like you're handling it alright though...good for you. Remember...every step forward is one step closer to getting into your new house. God bless!

[@rsoubiea]

You could also buy a “portable roaster oven” on amazon for about $70 bucks that could be used on a folding table under your outside overhang. My mom had one and so did I, we used them at Thanksgiving and Christmas for the big old turkey. But they can cook everyday meals too, comes with a cookbook & instructions. (they are electric) They cook slow but can hold a lot of food. Use a bbq too as somebody already mentioned. 👍

[@joanneganon7157]

I had the same problem when moved in February, all my sheet pans and such. Too long, what I do if I'm roasting veggies , I use a small turkey roaster and keep turning them. Good luck! You'll adapt but you have a large family , it's just me now. You might could put your big fridge in the barn for the winter? I'm so pleased your getting there now you can take a breather. Jo Jo in VT 🐦😊🍁🍁🍁💕

[@karengossett564]

You will be ok! 😆 💕 You and Bri are so determined and intelligent that I have faith in you both! Don't give up. God has you in his 👐

[@kailesancez]

I don't know how this will work but from what I understand you can use an iron pot to bake in the grill. I love to bake in my big pots.

[@brianwade8649]

Buy a very small storage building and place just outside front door for extra storage.

[@batpherlangkharkrang7976]

Hi...... ART and BRI nice to see you all, thank you for sharing your video homestead chicken farmer garden 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 🐔🐓🐥🐕🐖🐈🌱🐐🐄🎥👍👍👍

[@brettb720]

What about putting the camper in or very close to the barn? I know it is, but, not really kind of. I am thinking like actually in the barn and then it is insulation and dry and etc at least to be outside a bit

[@kathleenoverton3263]

That would down considerably on the amount of sunlight and the airflow into the RV.

[@joinmeinthedirt5186]

So glad you on you way to being healthier and getting away from the mold, it's so toxic.

[@tammyt870]

Hey Bri ... look for a countertop roaster oven maybe ... you can put a big casserole inside it ... or use it to cook a big roast. We just got one for $20 used that will do a 28 lb turkey!

[@Chirmanickityville]

it would be nice if you had some kind of heat thing that would not burn your barn down to sit around. I really like the idea of making that an extended living space. Hope it goes faster than you think.

[@PromisedJubilee]

I keep saying this, but our stories are so similar! My husband and I have moved our family 7 times in the last 9 years.

[@LightLynne]

PLEASE TILT ONE SIDE OF THE AWNING for the rain to run off. It doesn't have to be all that much. This is one of the first RV tricks you learn. 💜So glad you are in your trailer!

[@MandyLeeLilac]

This makes me want to move into our skoolie just for the purpose of cleaning out the house! LOL! (Yes, I’m fortunate ours isn’t a have-to case, although we can’t use our basement level at all due to mold.)

[@gailreese4699]

This is a good time for you to learn what you really don't need. Some times we end up with a lot of things we really don't need to get things done . I know I have realized that myself.