That Changed Fast! Cabin Trip, Shed Build, and Skittles

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Fire Starter Here! www.outdoorswiththemorgans.com/fire-starter Information on adopting Skittles Here butlercountyhs.org/ Eva's Email evamorgan.owtm @gmail.com

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Mike and Melissa.... When I watch this video and see Eva so independent and confident, it reminds me of how long I have been watching your videos. Much like it is with most parents, the months and years fly by. You guys have been so generous to invite us into your lives and have us share in the joy of watching your family grow. Thank you!❤️🙏

[@michaelstickland5854]

I agree fully, real people real life. Thanks too the Morgans for sharing their lives

[@billmandaue2168]

Mike, many years ago, my brother-in-law was using a cutoff saw the same way you use yours ((right hand on the handle and left hand holding the board). He had a lot of cuts to make, but at one point he got distracted. He brought the saw down and cut off his left thumb. The doctors were able to reattach his thumb, but he had his thumb stuck through the wall of his abdomen until it fully healed. We all learned a lesson from that. If you hold the handle with your left hand, then your right hand will not be anywhere near the blade. I used to be a wood working teacher, and I never thought about this until my BIL had his accident. It only takes a moment of inattention for bad things to happen, so we are better off keeping ourselves as far from danger as possible. Try it. Once you are used to it, reversing your hands becomes second nature, and it may save you some grief.

[@bobhover3863]

You have mastered one of life’s most challenging ventures. You have raised fabulous loving compassionate caring children. Skittles has struck gold and I would find it impossible to let him go. Well done Mike and Melissa.

[@jefferyholland]

That dog will have a forever home very soon. If we hadn't just got a golden puppy a couple of months ago, we would have been running down to put our names in the hat for him.

[@RamblinRoadies]

That is wonderful that Eva is fostering. We did that for many years. Our first foster was a "failure", as we kept her. But we got better at it. We fostered and re-homed nearly 200 dogs in the time we were fostering. You get attached to each one, and it's emotionally difficult to let them go. But you come to realize that is the purpose and ultimate goal of what you are doing. Love them, socialize them, and send them on to their forever home. It's very rewarding, and there are so many great dogs, and cats, in need of a good forever home. Eva has a big heart. You guys have done a great job raising some wonderful children who have become warm and wonderful young adults.

[@chestypuller4591]

Rescue or fostering is awesome. We're on our 2nd Rottweiler. First one was a pup from very reputable breeders in PA. We had her for 11 years. Took a break from having a dog for a bit. We rescued our 2nd Rotty from the local SPCA near where we live. He was 90 pounds at a year old. He is now 6 years old and a 140 pounds. He is a big cream puff. Just wants attention and to be around you. Bravo for taking the time to hopefully save another pooch from being abused or put down.

[@keithburch5506]

Skittles. Man's best friend. I think that describes Skittles the best. It just warms your heart when a big dog like Skittles is instantly your friend. My last dog was a Chow-chow. He was raised surrounded by kids and loving parents. Spoiled for sure. Chow-chows are labeled vicious. Bear was the opposite of vicious. All dogs raised in love and kindness will be Man's best friend. I'd be proud to spoil Skittles even more. I wish the best for him. Kudos to Eva. He sure was the star in today's video. Thanks for sharing. 👍🚜❤️🙏🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@BKD70]

LOL, I should have known!!! Y'alll had me going with the "roommate that won't pay the rent" line. Lived through one of those way back in the day. Skittles looks like a great dog! I'd take him if I was closer. I'm really interested in your LeanTo building project. I'm planning on building one this Spring about 24x36 or thereabouts. I don't think I'll be able to do it as cheaply as you unless I come into a bunch of free wood! I also noticed that you're scribing a line on each board you're cutting on the cutoff saw... you can save yourself some time by just making your mark on the edge closest to you and then lining up the blade on that small mark... no need to waste time scribing the line, as the saw will make the cut square for you. I did the same thing for a long time until that lightbulb in my head finally clicked on and I realized how silly I was to be scribing that line every time.

[@582ChevelleSS]

So good of Eva to provide foster care for Skittles and helping to find him a forever home. Eva was raised well with the right values and passion. It's hard to find kids like this nowadays. I love watching you use the Wood-Mizer, it's like therapy for my brain. Enjoy the upcoming week :)

[@calblue95482]

Nice of you to get info out to try to find a permanent home for Skittles. Also real nice of Eva to volunteer to do it!!! Win, win, Nice, nice!!

[@slamsshenanigans2296]

He definitely has pitty in him cuz all they want is to be loved! Bless you Eva for fostering him oh how I hope someone sees this and gives him a forever home he deserves. They rescue us

[@kevingerlach7517]

Seems to me, as Money Gets Tight, owners of pets start looking at where to cut costs and Pets become the first thing that some cut loose. I get it, but really, people need to Look long term when they make decisions about adding pets and kids into there life choices. As circumstances and life can change in an instance. Good on You Eva, helping when you can. Mike and Melissa, thank you for raising such a wonderful, thoughtful and caring young lady. Trying to be proactive in SO Many Ways. It is Why I have subscribed and watched your channel since 2016. You Morgans are so Much More than Chopping, Sawing Wood. Thank You All for making America that much more Better than we found it. Kevin from Oregon.

[@johnhamilton1098]

Thanks for your kind hearts for dogs in need. The Morgan's are a wonderful family! GOD bless you all!

[@georgefarning69]

Good Sunday morning, Morgan's!! Nice to see Eva fostering such a good dog. Very well-behaved Skittles. Hopefully, everyone is having a good Sunday.

[@BigHeartedMan65]

Hey Mike , I remember you talking once about wanting to kind of encloxe the Wood Barn to make it a little nicer to work induring the winter . How about this . Put Double Barn Doors all the way around it that you can close off to keep the wind and snow out of it and if you need to , you can open a set of the barn doors to get to things . Make them 12 feet tall and keep them about 8 to 12 inches off of the gound . Or if you do put in a cement floor go all the way to the Ground and up wthin a foot of the Eve's . Plus it makes things out of sight out of mind as well . When I go to Klamih Falls , OR they have Hay Barns that are like that . Looks like they work well . Just a thought . Not like you don't have enough wood to build the doors . Keep up the Great Videos . Sorry once again and you know why .

[@bobelston7024]

If Skittle’s could pay in snuggles he would be all paid up!! What a sweet dog.

[@paulprigge1209]

Pretty sure that’s Sally’s paying his rent lol!

[@roberthealy9389]

What a great story about Eva doing her part of fostering the dog, and then you and Melissa visiting plus the great PSA to help people who may want to adopt that great dog. He even likes you from the beginning 😂. Thanks for all you do showing close family life. I enjoy being from a very large and close family, one of nine children and family means everything to us. Thank the Lord for all that he has done for us, and even for those that are in heaven bathed in his Glory.

[@williamrarick6272]

Good Morning, Mike! I remember when I lived in Harrison City and talking to my brother up here in Northern Minnesota how the weather seemed to follow. Whatever weather they had here (northern minnesota) we would get 4-7 days later. lol I remember thinking the day it snowed here, last Tuesday/Wednesday and watching your video's and you saying how nice the weather was, I couldn't help chuckling and thinking "well give it a week" lol and here you are 4-5 days later getting the weather we had. Well, it was bound to happen. Good luck and keep up the good work!!

[@michaelgibson1232]

Great job parents. Sweet Eva gas grown into a beautiful young lady. So well spoken. She has a light about her. God is good. Happy thanksgiving to the Morgan’s

[@jeffhennings6579]

Awesome guys Eva is just a great young lady and boy hope skittles finds a forever home ever home seems like a great dog and yes weather has turned here also in upstate Ny just a coating of snow the other morning but in the hills 4-5 inches

[@michaelfrancis7072]

That's one sweet dog, I sure hope that he finds his forever home with someone who deserves him. For one brief moment I thought you was going to weaken there Mike. All the best from the UK.

[@georgeniebergall7074]

I just wish she was sitting closer to you so we could actually see her while she’s talking. She is very kind soul your daughter. She is blessed like you are.

[@dmorgan28]

It was good to see Eva again. That sure looks like a really nice dog. Certainly hope you can find a good home for him. Great video. Mike and Melissa, you guys take care. 👍❤️

[@HallnoutMhall]

Good afternoon Morgans and friends. Eva is a smart young lady with a good head on her shoulders. You both did well raising her. I'm certain you both are very thankful. A parent couldn't ask for more. Have a day! Thanks.

[@DanKlein_1]

Wonderful dog. If I didn't already have a dog he would be a great addition to our farm. I like the company when working outside. Reminds me of my dad. He always had a lab looking dog like that and it would always be with him when cutting wood or driving the tractor.

[@barryhoneycutt3894]

Seems to be a really nice dog, Skittles. :) West VIrginia Cabin is a "Winter Wonder Land" - i just love it from all the videos you have posted. It, even through the camera is so peaceful. The swing would be one of my favs, with the Brio going, everyone around having fun. Perfect - Thanks Mike. ❤💯🙏

[@jimmieusaf-pol5818]

The thought of building things on your own property, using your own saw mill, to mill full dimensional lumber, instead of going and buying nominal lumber with it's prices, especially these days, seems like such a treat/convenience that I'm sure a lot of others would sure like to have. I think of the cost of buying a saw mill like that, and then the convenience, and to me the convenience out ways the cost. I wonder how many builders handymen/furniture makers would like to have access to someone that has their own mill, to mill up lumber they have on their property or was given to them, if the option was advertised somewhere/some how in your local area. I'm pretty sure you have mentioned that before, though has been a long while since the subject has been brought up again. The milling for this project got my gears rolling on that subject again. I was thinking about how you used to put out a corn feeder for the deer years ago, and wondered if that is something you have thought about possibly doing again, to possibly draw in bigger bucks to the property?

[@Hamers-House]

Hi Mike you can use a ICB tote to store your auger. Take the lid off set auger motor in there and cut a hole in the side and put the augers in there.

[@DavidHard-o7p]

You had me going with the “Eva’s got a roommate not paying rent”. Should’ve known! Skittles is a nice dog; I’m sure the exposure you’ve given him will land him a forever home! I agree with you, I’m not ready for winter yet! Many 70s & 60s here in S MO for much of the Fall & now highs won’t get out of the 40s. The 1st half of deer season here was actually too warm (upper 60s) but still have 2 more days so it will be cooler. (Also an abundance of acorns kept them from moving all that much.) Good luck to you & your family with your hunting season. I noticed the last 2 videos didn’t have any “commercials” from KZbin in them. Is that a change you’re making; also a switch from music with vocals to just music only. Or are you just switching it up occasionally? No biggie, just curious. Always enjoy your videos! Take care!

[@JosephForgione]

Great video. I like Eva’s new foster dog Skittles. I don’t expect Skittles to have a job because he doesn’t pay the rent. On the other hand, Skittles is so cute and smart which makes up for not having his share of the rent.

[@BirdYoumans]

We have an American pit bull which I'm guessing is somewhat kin to this dog, and she is the most loving, affectionate dog ever. But she was raised that way. These are indeed strong dogs and I can imagine they would be whatever you raised them to be, loving or mean. Ours is more likely to lick you to death rather than bite you tho my wife is her "mamma" and I would suggest that you not mess with her in Zelda's (our dog) presence lol! But I love this dog! Zelda just jumped up on the bed, came over and gave me a kiss. Did I say I love this dog? We also just adopted a kitten that showed up on our door step hungry. She is now a full fledged member of our household, and Zelda loves her to pieces tho she is tiny in comparison (it did take a couple of days to adjust tho). It's funny to watch them cuddle and love on each other. One so big and the other so tiny, but Zelda loves it when they are pawing at each other and chasing each other around the room. It gives them both a bit of exercise as well. When they tire out, they usually lay on Zelda's bed and catch a nap together. Always enjoy your vids. ❤❤

[@jaycroyle8761]

Great video Mike, always enjoy a cup of coffee with an OWTM video. That Eva is quite beautiful young lady, both inside and out. Skittles is really a cool loving dog, I pray that Eva and her roomie can find him a great home. I would consider him but we have cats. Good luck in the woods to all the Morgans. Have a day!! Jay from Pa.

[@1944chevytruck]

Nice dog!....We had a major storm out ower way...Bomb cyclone!...lost power for almost 2 days...woodstove and genset worked great!

[@tedbryer2512]

4 deg here and no snow.Crazy winter. Yesterday we were out playing with the neighbours kids in our shorts. Best wishes from Perth Ontario Canada. Id adopt Skittles in a heart beat. Id love to have a dog like that! I had to put down our last buddy - Arrow after spleen cancer. She loved everybody. The only time she growled is when the cops showed up at the house.

[@als8326]

If you don’t have, you should make a stand for your auger so it can rest in the corner of your building when you’re not using it

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Yea been thinking about doing that

[@awesomesauce7535]

Great video. The pup is so loving! He'd probably be a nice dog to bring to a nursing home and visit with the residents. ❤ The snow and the trees in WV looks so beautiful. The red hue of the wet trees against the white snow, stellar.

[@devarskinnee8760]

Everyone needs a home.he is beautiful pup! God bless you all. Hi Hunter.

[@sawz20]

Looks like my daughters vizsla, Abby is very affectionate and likes to hold hands like Skittles!

[@steveweyers8394]

Let everyone know if/ when Skittles is adopted please. He has a fan club in Minoqua, WI.

[@leokelly359]

Mike I recently lost my service dog buddy, I have a photo of you petting him at the paul bunyan (ohio) show a few years ago. skittles looks like he would be great as a service dog. but, unfortunately we live to far away to go and check him out.

[@fricknjeep]

hi there nice doggie , i miss mine but the heart brake when they leave is a bit much , best to all , john

[@SMichaelDeHart]

Good Mountaineer Morning to the Morgan's!! Lovin' the snow at the WV Cabin. Our family always spends Thanksgiving (family reunion for the past 35 years) at Canaan Valley in Tucker County. Always makes it nicer when snow is down. M&M... she's growing up on ya!! Y'all have done a beautiful job in raising Eva!!

[@AnthonyToppins]

I'm actually jealous of your cold weather!!! Here in Texas it felt like spring today. I was out clearing in the woods in my svl 97-2 with the FAE mulching head. somehow I managed to run across a stump or against a tree and threw off a track. First time I've ever done that and after spending hours fixing it I don't recommend doing it!!! It was pretty awful. Those tracks are heavy and it is tough to get a 14k lb rig lifted up out in the woods!!! had to go cut some big wood rounds to use as a jack stand!!

[@LaLaLucky7777]

Recently Mike really pushed Camel Mill socks! So I like my feet ! So I bought a 3 pack of XL calf Socks ! In 3 days delivery was made! Boom ! And Mike was Right! Best dang socks I ever put on!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

No Joke, and they stay up and are incredibly comfortable

[@DaveDunehew-e1f]

Mike, awesome video especially with your family & Skittles in it. I think that dog would be like our dog Beau, he would want to go whenever & wherever you went. Pets are family and you have to give them with lots of love & attention. Good luck on your pole barn, you’ll fill that quickly & will need a second pole barn. Happy Thanksgiving to you & all your family.😉👍🇺🇸 Dave from Maine.

[@MeTube1988]

For about 10 sec when Mike brought up the “roommate that isnt paying rent” i was like oh snap its on! Then I quickly guessed and was correct what he meant lol

[@gerryspang5917]

Have enjoyed your channel for many years, and a lot of changes and upgrades, today as I saw the excavator covered with snow I realize you made one mistake, your pole barn /shed is too small, you should have built it 200 by 300 feet then maybe you would have enough room to put your machinery in it lol. Hindsight is always 20/20. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, cheers my friends.

[@berkoskilandscaping4247]

I think people use more of the firestarter than they really need too. I got it for my dad and he uses like 5 times the amount you use lol. I told him how much to use but he does what he wants haha.

[@geoffsloman9179]

Mike - don't put the auger away just yet, I thought you were planning to build another shed beside your fuel tank to store some of your wood yard tools in. Makes sense to build that too before you pack up for the Winter

[@amelialask7483]

I’ve been watching your videos for a long time and I finally decided to check out your fire starter. You’re out of stock in one day. Must be good stuff!

[@btrent9244]

It appears that Skittles has chosen the Morgan’s. He couldn’t find a better family 👏🏻.

[@jacobbuckley8232]

Thanks to your channel im sure Skittles will find his forever home in no time!

[@robertbiggs4934]

Mike you sure work hard. However, you are so blessed to be able to afford the equipment you have. How cool to take on a building project, and custom cut the lumber you need! Pretty awesome! Thanks for sharing! Having Thanksgiving to you and your family.

[@kevinkopacz6427]

Wow, I would adopt that dog in a heartbeat. I have a pity golden lab mix 10 years old beautiful animal. Her name is Marley. Skittles would make a great companion for Marley. Too bad you guys live so far away I’m in Wisconsin.

[@EvaMorganOWTM]

Skittles would be worth the drive!

[@rooster7996]

Butler Co. Humane Shelter might have to set up an adoption lottery system for Skittles. What a loving dog.

[@smeefamily54]

Is the room mate working on his "Ped degree"? 😂Our dog was a fostered dog. Beautiful flat coated retriever, black. Really smart. You should keep Skittles for yourself. I do not think he would be a problem with the other dogs. All the best.

[@damogranheart5521]

Good to visit and get caught up on what's happening with the family. Dang fine dog. My cat probably wouldn't agree, though. Blessings on all of your endeavors! Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!🥧🦃🫖📚🐈‍⬛❄️💕🐑🦌

[@LittleCabin]

Skittles reminds me a lot of our dog, Freya -- we thought she was a lab-pit mix, but, at least according to DNA results, she doesn't have lab at all. She does have pit and a couple other related terrier varieties, but the surprise was golden retriever, which we figure gave ger her muzzle shape and general sweetness. She's a great dog, but is a bit crazy when new folks come around. Skittles really looks like he'll be a great boy for somebody.

[@billborn7363]

Mike just a suggestion when you turn your machines off with hydraulics attached, take your hydraulic levers and rock them around to release the fluid pressure in the hydraulic lines, assuming you rest the bucket etc on the ground and don't let them hang above grou.nd.

[@timwilcoxsr2712]

Mike .... With it now colder, what will you do for heat in the cabin since the woodstove isn't installed yet ? I know you have the power banks, can they run an electric heater for awhile there ?

[@Gnomemansgarage]

Mike and Melissa you should adopt him , have a great day

[@danog6077]

I'm so happy that life for all reasonable people like us can now get a breath of air and continue living the American dream ❤. Ps let's keep it going please.

[@JefferyJandreau]

I've actually put my digging bucket on backwards and dug 10 ft under a house with it. You could probably put your post hole digger on backwards as well. It would put the pivot pin out in front of the the stick boom instead of behind where it will conflict with the thumb.

[@boedacres]

Looks like you have a gate you dont need anymore.Take it out and scrape the Stone out. Skittles looks happy.Wish Eva could keep him. Mike are you still going to get the slab for the saw mill this year??

[@PatrickCPalmer]

I needed the dig segment of your video. We just lost both of ours a few months ago and miss them terribly. 😢

[@PetersonFarmsofNashvillePFON]

Question: What type of screw heads do you prefer to use ?

[@gregoryschafer8657]

Anyone who has one, can readily identify Skittles as a Pit. Totally loyal,smart,loving and a gentle demeanor like no other dog. Sadly, Pts

[@JustAFlyover]

A Gentle Lead leash is absolutely perfect for strong dogs. It's like a bridle for a horse. It controls their fuzzy little heads.

[@mikeengler2203]

Hahaha you got me my friend by saying Eva has a roommate who hasn't paid rent...i should have known 😊.... Skittles needs a new name IMO ...good luck Eva i hope your 4 legged roommate finds his 4vever home he deserves a good life....

[@Outdoorsy368]

Our weather in southern lower Michigan has been the same, went from mild to the permacloud very quickly! Still love it here though

[@brucealvarez9263]

I don't see much to suggest Skittles has pitbull in him. You can get a muzzle leash to help with the pulling. Instead of pulling you, it forces the dog's head back around. No pain like you have with a choke collar. They learn that pulling doesn't get them where they want to go.

[@Corey-th4hc]

It’s suppose to get Really Cold here western Ky during thanksgiving. Supposedly more like Christmas weather. My 10 year old son Jonathan hunted modern gun season with 22 250 but passed on all the deer he saw. He was gonna go try n shoot a doe this last day of season but he came down with a cold last night so I guess it’ll have to wait till free youth weekend after Christmas or maybe get one with his crossbow if he wants. My Daughter Abigail is 15 now and I know she’ll be going through these years before to long. Lord willing, but I’m definitely not ready for her to be out of the house yet. Happy Thanksgiving to y’all this week and God bless

[@robertstrickland492]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your family may you all be Bless ❤

[@waltermattson5566]

I hope Skittles finds a great home. I hope it somehow could work out with Eva to keep him.

[@TheDHWphotography]

Mike - Skittles would make GOOD addition to the Morgans family!

[@smplyizzy]

Eva rocks! Love the girls thoughtfulness!! Really sweet dog!

[@johnkirby6547]

Good morning Mike and family. Skittles seems like a nice dog. Liked your jig setup on the posts and the snowing scenery. Good luck hunting and happy Thanksgiving to you all.

[@johnkayak10]

"He is chill" My guess is the doggie anxiety meds 🤣

[@peteatthefarm4459]

Good Morning Mike, happy Sunday Pete 🇨🇦

[@badcat4707]

morning Pete 👋👋😺

[@johnsadler8637]

Hey Pete and BC!

[@dancox5572]

Greetings from millet Alberta 🇨🇦 Snowed in. 😀

[@michaelc.3812]

I’d drive over and adopt him today if I didn’t live so far away in Colorado!

[@Z-Bart]

The rabbits are pure white here but no snow. I hope Skittles can find his forever home.

[@tomlongbeard6071]

He'd make a good woodyard dog to follow you during the day.

[@KeithRoadblock]

Just a thought why don't you make a cheap but functional upright stand to hold your auger motor to keep it off the ground but stable? I have an idea if you're interested and it would be very cheap but functional and sturdy ?

[@russellbowman8051]

What A Well Behaved Dog will Make Someone A Great Companion!! Awesome!! Keep Smiling On!! 😅👍👊❤️

[@happycampers6701]

Good work Eva, she was raised well👍

[@TwoCaptainsOneShip]

What a beautiful dog, reminded me of my dog, she acts the same way.....have a great day Morgan's!

[@jamesoncross7494]

Skittles is AWESOME! He will be adopted in a blink of an eye.

[@petermavus4131]

Leaves to snow… you never know… mother nature always makes sure a land owner has something to do. Good luck hunting.

[@scottclarkson1019]

Happy Sunday morning everyone from the currently gloomy drizzley east coast of Canada

[@shawnkane7152]

You definitely have enough Doe to take a few for the freezer. Hopefully a big Buck ruts his way to the landing.🦌🇺🇸🙏

[@JuneSmith-pk4zc]

Get a burn barrel to stay warn when cutting wood or lumber at the sawmill might be a smart thing

[@Tdale85]

Good Sunday morning Mike and Melissa!

[@peteatthefarm4459]

Morning Ted, congrats on being #1... lots of competition this morning.... enjoy your Sunday

[@KarenClark-g9x]

Mike he is your buddy already. I am sure after this video someone will adopt him.

[@Mike_Wilson_KJV]

Skittles nickname should be Mr. Lovable.

[@badcat4707]

Good morning to Hunter 👋👋🙏😸 and family and friends , happy peaceful Sunday to everyone 🙏🙏😺

[@peteatthefarm4459]

Morning BadCat, hope your Sunday is a great one.... enjoy

[@johnsadler8637]

Hey guys! Again!😉

[@badcat4707]

@@johnsadler8637 / Good morning John 👋👍😸

[@davidvansickle563]

Give Skittles a Bible to read, it’ll take his anxiety away 😂😂😂

[@holymoly6829]

Skittles 10/10 great dog Have a day 🤗🤗

[@jamestepesh355]

Hi Mike if you can get the right size elbow fitting for the hydraulic pipes on the auger, would that solve the problem in case it was to happen again? and all the best for the upcoming season.

[@donalddavis3308]

Little Pittie in him for sure. Hope he finds a loving home.