A Family Christmas at a Log Cabin in Canada

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My Self Reliance

My Self Reliance

Күн бұрын

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! Join my wife, our two daughters, Cali and I at our log cabin in the Canadian wilderness for Christmas dinner.
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@Shearwater6
@Shearwater6 5 жыл бұрын
I remember watching you start your journey from my couch back in 2017. I was an alcoholic pilot with no medical. Three years later I am semi retired and living debt free on my own private 19 acres of native New Zealand Beech forest and building my own cabin ( building a fire watch tower ). Your part of a new generation with an important job. Spreading positivity and inspiration to a generation saturated with negativity. Merry Christmas.
@blackbirdsinging6264
@blackbirdsinging6264 5 жыл бұрын
❤️Good job and God bless brother,I have read many of your comments on different channels,glad you are doing well,love from Scotland x
@nates2275
@nates2275 5 жыл бұрын
God bless Happy new year
@richardneel6953
@richardneel6953 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing story. Thanks for sharing.
@spiritquest1909
@spiritquest1909 4 жыл бұрын
AMEN! Secret Squirrel!!!!
@jaimhaas5170
@jaimhaas5170 4 жыл бұрын
Well said and great outcome.
@OKBLUEYES
@OKBLUEYES 4 жыл бұрын
Handsome man with a good heart and unbelievable skills, beautiful wife and beautiful daughters, and the most precious dog in the world!
@stephenrodgers3565
@stephenrodgers3565 4 жыл бұрын
That dog is awesome
@maxfieldblue
@maxfieldblue 4 жыл бұрын
Yup the Golden Retriever steals every frame of the video !! I have 2 of them, they are the BEST !!
@geebskerbal2771
@geebskerbal2771 4 жыл бұрын
Don’t worry behind the scenes the absolutely hate each other 😜
@karenhollis9611
@karenhollis9611 4 жыл бұрын
Ok.... I’m envious. Always wanted a place like this. Now....only in my dreams.
@nikhil8892
@nikhil8892 4 жыл бұрын
Correct
@shankhyadebnath
@shankhyadebnath 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to all of you and to all the viewers reading this.
@jolee6751
@jolee6751 5 жыл бұрын
Shankhya Debnath Merry Christmas to you ❤️
@Daniel-666
@Daniel-666 5 жыл бұрын
❤️🌠🎄🎅✝️🙏👽🐾😈
@zakharovaolga7385
@zakharovaolga7385 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas .New York.🎄🌌🤶💝🐕👴🧓 Je vous remercie et souhaiterais pouvoir vous aider dans votre vie professionnelle beaucoup de chance.
@ΓιαννηςΕυσταθιου-χ8ζ
@ΓιαννηςΕυσταθιου-χ8ζ 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas and happy new year from Greece
@slickwilly7703
@slickwilly7703 3 жыл бұрын
Back in 1970, when I was about eight, my dad built an A frame cabin approximately 500 sq. ft. in Tennessee without power tools just like you did. We spent many weekends out there over the years and these videos of yours have brought back many faded and forgotten memories. Once we went out there and my older brother, who was about 11-12 at the time, almost got bit by a rattle snake but my dad killed it with his rifle. He cut the rattler off, put it in a jar and gave it to my bro as a keepsake. It had 15 rattles and a button so it was a big snake. Then, as we got older a couple of friends and I spent the night out there by ourselves and we snuck some beer out there to enjoy. Suddenly, I heard my dad's motorcycle in the distance and I could tell he was showing up unannounced. We scrambled to hide the beer under some leaves by a certain tree in the woods and tried to act natural. My dad stayed for several hours and we had chicken roasted on a home made spit over a campfire that was maybe the best chicken I've ever had in my life. Thankfully, he never did find out about the beer or I would have never lived to see another birthday. This cabin was in a remote place but certainly accessible. When my two friends and I were out there camping we went to take a bath down at the creek. It was remote enough that we felt comfortable doing that. Only this time we heard a car coming and it sent us scrambling for cover. We managed to get pants on but that was about it. Turns out it was a couple of girls out joy riding. We told all our friends we got lucky with those girls but the truth is we were so scared by the whole thing that we only had courage to get in the car and get out of there. Several years later we put the property up for sale and my dad told me to go out to the cabin to see if there was anything left I wanted to take with me. When I went out to the cabin to say my goodbyes to so many fond memories I was walking around and saw something in the woods that caught my eye. Something that looked out of place. Upon closer inspection I began to realize it was those cans of beer we had buried under the leaves all those years ago. Couldn't believe my eyes. I'm almost 60 now and it was not until facebook came along and I caught up with my old teenage buddies that I was able to share the last part of that story with them. And how great it was too. I know you and your family will make lots of great memories at your cabin too. Thanks again for the video!
@lfmm97
@lfmm97 2 жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful story. Loved reading this. Must have been a surreal moment for you when you found those cans of beer all those years later. Did you even remember they were there in the first place when you were walking around or had you just completely forgotten about them and got caught by surprise? I wonder what you did with them. Did you leave them there? Throw them out? Kept them as a souvenir? I definitely would have kept them, I get too emotionally attached to little things like that sometimes, but not everyone is corny like me. It's always a bit sad when we grow older and all the great memories we had as kids are now just distant memories, and at least for me it's even more sad when some of those memories slowly begin to fade with time, but what you lived through was definitely something special and I have a feeling you'll remember it forever. Hope all is well with you and thank you for sharing the story.
@deborl7278
@deborl7278 2 жыл бұрын
Lol
@РаисаСтасилович-ц6з
@РаисаСтасилович-ц6з 2 жыл бұрын
slick willy..... Ваш рассказ прекрасен!!! Спасибо!!!
@shelly6290
@shelly6290 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful story.
@timmymendenhall1275
@timmymendenhall1275 Жыл бұрын
Glad you have such wonderful memories. Sorry the cabin was sold tho.
@michaelhealey411
@michaelhealey411 5 жыл бұрын
Dad, it’s hard to believe you made that. Priceless.
@BJJandBS
@BJJandBS 5 жыл бұрын
Made what?
@Allahuma.sali.ala.muhammad.
@Allahuma.sali.ala.muhammad. 5 жыл бұрын
@@BJJandBS she said that when she went inside the sauna.
@laurenmiller5756
@laurenmiller5756 5 жыл бұрын
The Happy Hour Hound, he built the cabin and the sauna by himself.
@BJJandBS
@BJJandBS 5 жыл бұрын
Literalpervertedloser ah ok I missed that
@BJJandBS
@BJJandBS 5 жыл бұрын
Lauren Miller yes
@markevans1973
@markevans1973 5 жыл бұрын
One smart man , left the city , built a beautiful cabin for his beautiful family .your living a life we all dream of ! ❤️
@tj-kv6vr
@tj-kv6vr 5 жыл бұрын
you must be new here, this is the first time i have seen his family. they live somewhere else, sorry
@jaytomson7052
@jaytomson7052 5 жыл бұрын
He had no choice. He was in trouble.
@straightshooter8443
@straightshooter8443 5 жыл бұрын
Trouble or not, he did what needed to be done. Made a beautiful place for his wife to join him and live in peace. His daughters can visit when ever they want to. I think he did a hell of a job.
@l.adodg3r70
@l.adodg3r70 4 жыл бұрын
@@jaytomson7052 He beat the system ✊
@jaytomson7052
@jaytomson7052 4 жыл бұрын
@@l.adodg3r70 Only now, he is. He has become we.
@lawsonstallings1955
@lawsonstallings1955 3 жыл бұрын
This is the way that it should be. A husband, a wife, and children, coming together, to celebrate the greatest story ever told. The birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
@rajramnarine123
@rajramnarine123 11 ай бұрын
Agreed!!! ❤
@tammyrobison120
@tammyrobison120 Ай бұрын
Amen❤🙏
@Legendary-lp5dg
@Legendary-lp5dg 3 жыл бұрын
A loving husband and father this man is. Close family ties. I admire this man very much.
@cheesecakefan4880
@cheesecakefan4880 Жыл бұрын
He reminds me of my husband Im so blessed
@averagemachinist2927
@averagemachinist2927 5 жыл бұрын
A Griswold Dutch oven. That’s a thoughtful wife. Have a merry Christmas
@rogerleight5174
@rogerleight5174 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to the James family and all of your viewers. I was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in August of last year. I started chemotherapy treatments in September and found your you tube channel at that time. Thank you for your love of the outdoors as it helped encourage me to get better so I could do what I love when I get better. I am now cancer free but still have a long way to go after recovering from surgery and chemo treatments. Love Cali and I have learned a lot from you. May God bless you and your family and thanks again.
@JohnSmith-ex1uc
@JohnSmith-ex1uc 5 жыл бұрын
Congrats on beating the cancer. Keep getting better. Merry Christmas!
@chemdah
@chemdah 5 жыл бұрын
Cancer free. That is great news for Christmas. I hope your recovery is not too long.
@justkimdg2
@justkimdg2 5 жыл бұрын
Best of luck to you, Roger.
@lindaayers7575
@lindaayers7575 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christma to you Roger Leight. I'm sure Shawn will never know the many folks he has blessed through the years. The smiles and giggles his sweet dog Cali has given to us all is uplifting. You must keep keeping on Roger. Sounds like you are fighting the good fight. Have a wonderful New Year.
@rogerleight5174
@rogerleight5174 5 жыл бұрын
@@lindaayers7575 Thank you & Merry Christmas to you & a Happy New Year
@Kdubb815
@Kdubb815 4 жыл бұрын
This is like the most wholesome thing on KZbin. What a beautiful family!
@MrGaryGG48
@MrGaryGG48 4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Excellent observation!!!
@patricialessard8651
@patricialessard8651 4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful family Christmas. Blessings to you all!
@trevcool756
@trevcool756 4 жыл бұрын
Tear worthy. Love to see it
@osloreal7042
@osloreal7042 4 жыл бұрын
What a dad create most spectacular magical magnificent memories for them.🤠
@KM-bu8ec
@KM-bu8ec 4 жыл бұрын
🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊💕🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊
@jomaanne4970
@jomaanne4970 4 жыл бұрын
This man is amazing and just think 200 years ago how normal this living was.. We take so much for granted today (smh)
@jonathanhardee6675
@jonathanhardee6675 4 жыл бұрын
You know a lot of people don’t wanna live like this right? I
@moradmoradel3358
@moradmoradel3358 4 жыл бұрын
Yes of course..nice life.
@vatansalvery
@vatansalvery 4 жыл бұрын
This is not the life 200 yrs ago. This family apparently is quite comfortable spending their time and money in a forest just for fun. He brought almost every tool with him for every different work. 200 yrs ago, no Amazon, no Home Depo, no Cabelas, nothing. They were poor and hungry.
@faysalouali678
@faysalouali678 3 жыл бұрын
Love you
@faysalouali678
@faysalouali678 3 жыл бұрын
2130551930647 .
@johnhofe3894
@johnhofe3894 5 жыл бұрын
Now that's the way Christmas with family should be like.
@pamcolechadwell1302
@pamcolechadwell1302 5 жыл бұрын
Shawn, you have a beautiful twinkle in your eyes when your family is with you.
@williamluck1135
@williamluck1135 4 жыл бұрын
I'm cancelling my cable today. This is the only thing you need to watch in life!
@greywolfwalking6359
@greywolfwalking6359 4 жыл бұрын
William Luck , indeed!
@jacksonirving4594
@jacksonirving4594 4 жыл бұрын
KZbin is the only channel worth watching.. Soaps and the news is depressing...
@ndhkroatien999
@ndhkroatien999 4 жыл бұрын
i bet you didnt cancel it
@suzannetodaro5494
@suzannetodaro5494 4 жыл бұрын
I haven't watch main stream TV in over 2 years and don't miss it where I live it is mostly re runs anyway. So it gives me time to do my things and choose what I want to watch on my computer.
@deborl7278
@deborl7278 2 жыл бұрын
A purrrfect life ! I have learned so much from these videos. I hunted and fished from the time i could walk. I taught my boys , 4 of them. , my skills when their father was in a devistating accident. I now live on the old homestead at 67 years young and life is still beautiful. I can start a fire as quick as he does. We always have comments from those that know us that we know how to survive without money . The old ways are very important and im glad i stuck to my roots ! Thankyou Shawn for giving out the knowlege you do .
@FreddyFuFu
@FreddyFuFu 5 жыл бұрын
I just imagined your beautiful daughters having kids and these kids discovering these videos in 2-3 decades in an old cabin. What a legacy for them. Gratz
@rayjupina6719
@rayjupina6719 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas.....so nice to see a married couple who still actually hug each other......and daughters willing to spend time with their families. Wishing you all, the best of health in the coming year.
@a0705717
@a0705717 5 жыл бұрын
Wait, what? Why would i not hug my wife?
@rayjupina6719
@rayjupina6719 5 жыл бұрын
60% divorce rate.....you're in the minority. Good for you. Women are nuts. :)
@helenaville5939
@helenaville5939 5 жыл бұрын
OH No Not Another INCEL
@brendanmorin9935
@brendanmorin9935 5 жыл бұрын
Ray Jupina yeah I’m sure THAT is why you’re single lmao- it’s definitely not because you’re the type or person that sexist in a literal KZbin comment section under a wholesome Xmas video lol
@rayjupina6719
@rayjupina6719 5 жыл бұрын
WTF are you talking about? I applauded them for having a loving marriage and daughters who like to spend time with them. It's you ding dongs that went off the rails. And besides that Brendan...English isn't your first language is it? (....sexist in a literal KZbin...) Now go play with your Crayola's...and keep it in in the lines. Tool.
@rcnelson
@rcnelson 4 жыл бұрын
A warm cabin in a cold forest, a wood fire, Christmas cheer and food, what an idyllic scene.
@karencarter8292
@karencarter8292 3 жыл бұрын
Cali is such a sweet, loving, and enthusiastic dog. It is such a delight to watch her.
@cj0204
@cj0204 4 жыл бұрын
I think the dog needs it’s own channel. He’s the star!
@notcomatose6602
@notcomatose6602 4 жыл бұрын
The dog needs a buddy. She is usually waiting to be noticed and if had another canine could have their own games when humans are busy. Beside wife will need guardian when Cali off w Pop on one of his excursions hunting or fishing.
@isabelfaustino9357
@isabelfaustino9357 4 жыл бұрын
Ceasar Diaz the dog is gorgeous.
@cj0204
@cj0204 4 жыл бұрын
Isabel Faustino yes it is!
@walterrussell7584
@walterrussell7584 4 жыл бұрын
Ceasar Diaz It’s a girl
@suzannetodaro5494
@suzannetodaro5494 4 жыл бұрын
It's an easy mistake the name does not give it away, plus when she barked it was deep and commanding. Golden's don't often bark but when they do you'd best listen.
@elmerfudpucker3204
@elmerfudpucker3204 5 жыл бұрын
Now the cabin is finally complete. The finishing touches are the companionship and love of family. Merry Christmas to all.
@comedianmattrossey
@comedianmattrossey 5 жыл бұрын
So Very True Elmer!
@micwilliams7743
@micwilliams7743 5 жыл бұрын
I don't know if he's quite finished yet, would like to see the back room, loft work. Merry Christmas to all!!!!
@bobcaygeon6799
@bobcaygeon6799 4 жыл бұрын
@@micwilliams7743 Yeah...lol...there's always something to be worked on next. The process. The journey. That's his happy spot (I believe).
@lynnklein6146
@lynnklein6146 4 жыл бұрын
What a guy! Adventurous, easy on the eyes, strong, humble and intelligent
@TheSkyNetworkBand
@TheSkyNetworkBand 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful family experience!
@melvinmuddfuckle4263
@melvinmuddfuckle4263 4 жыл бұрын
You can't buy what this man has! You forge it out of nature & life, then you need to nurture it through life & love! This man is living the life 80% of us wish we had. You go, sir! All the best to you & your family.
@mr.beachwalker7154
@mr.beachwalker7154 5 жыл бұрын
This is what real joy looks like. Thanks for sharing. Better than anything on TV. Merry Christmas from South Carolina.
@deanlewis1650
@deanlewis1650 5 жыл бұрын
Well said from another true charlestonian 😁
@geoffdyke702
@geoffdyke702 5 жыл бұрын
Mr. Beach Walker. Joy is correct. How better served would humankind be if everyone found their calling and worked towards it while sharing these gifts with family and friends.
@johndoe-oc6gr
@johndoe-oc6gr 5 жыл бұрын
it sure is awesome family
@joshwilson3840
@joshwilson3840 5 жыл бұрын
I have never left a comment on any channel I watch. Merry Christmas to you and your family! Your videos have helped me through rough times, and are the way I can calm myself. Cherish every minute thank you
@thuga5797
@thuga5797 5 жыл бұрын
You're right his videos nice and quiet and relaxing. Just building stuff,cooking.. he lives in a peaceful world.. . I was raised up in totally opposite .. I never Comment But just watch.. . Love hes videos
@Lordnoone0
@Lordnoone0 5 жыл бұрын
THUGA Same man
@Imrockn27
@Imrockn27 5 жыл бұрын
Josh Wilson same here!
@kimperes5987
@kimperes5987 5 жыл бұрын
Seeing your beautiful wife and daughters as they're opening gifts brought tears to my eyes. It's wonderful to see you all together.
@chhavigoyal3447
@chhavigoyal3447 3 жыл бұрын
the doggy running after tossed snow in starting really made me happy it's so wholesome that now i also want a golden retriever
@chriscapano3406
@chriscapano3406 5 жыл бұрын
You are a lucky man. The love your family has for each other and the pride and joy they have in what you have built shows through without a word of dialogue. Merry Christmas!
@jamesarjuna927
@jamesarjuna927 5 жыл бұрын
This is just about the best "reality" show there is.
@joylipski94
@joylipski94 5 жыл бұрын
Brought happy tears to my eyes to see your family with you for Christmas, God Bless You All!!
@stevewales-uk
@stevewales-uk 4 жыл бұрын
Joy Lipski me to
@bobcaygeon6799
@bobcaygeon6799 4 жыл бұрын
Hearing the girls laughing while sledding. Just awesome :-) Reminds me of my two daughters who are around the same age. Damn this virus.
@moradmoradel3358
@moradmoradel3358 4 жыл бұрын
Me too. Thanks
@retiredyeti5555
@retiredyeti5555 Жыл бұрын
It has been 3 years since I viewed this for the 1st time. It still stirs memories of my childhood in the 1950's on a farm in SW Wisconsin, and our family gathered at Christmastime around the outdoor fireplace that Dad built, with a roaring fire blazing away and everyone laughing and singing carols. Just the 5 of us, no one else. Now I am the only one left, and all I have are those memories. Thanks again for bringing them back to me!
@u76dtfxc
@u76dtfxc 5 жыл бұрын
I wish families around the world could live in peace and happiness like this ...
@NationalPat
@NationalPat 4 жыл бұрын
I'm from Eastern Europe and we live in different worlds, but somehow I feel happy for you :). You are a free man
@wilhallman2890
@wilhallman2890 4 жыл бұрын
All an illusion
@Константин-л1ю2е
@Константин-л1ю2е 4 жыл бұрын
This is one world-it name is "civilization". I'm from Ukraine and i want to be part of this world and this civilization,but ...there is one contry from another civilization, which doesn't want to give a freedom for our citizens-this is russia(
@stars7931
@stars7931 4 жыл бұрын
@@Константин-л1ю2е you're on the wrong channel here. Stop spreading your propaganda and let this channel be non political!
@Константин-л1ю2е
@Константин-л1ю2е 4 жыл бұрын
@Fartart Tart thank you
@Константин-л1ю2е
@Константин-л1ю2е 4 жыл бұрын
@@stars7931 you can find propaganda on yours tv,in russia)
@jasoncampbell6536
@jasoncampbell6536 5 жыл бұрын
Don't take one day for granted. Living the dream my friend!!!!
@donroussy5472
@donroussy5472 4 жыл бұрын
I used to do this all the time when i was able. nature is the ultimate therapy. this video put a lump of joy in my throat and water to my eyes. amazing! you stirred old feeling i had while in the woods. thank you for the videos xo
@dhaseloff555
@dhaseloff555 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you, your family and to all the viewers reading this.
@trailerparksupervisor7046
@trailerparksupervisor7046 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MommaOG
@MommaOG 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas
@JF-fx2qv
@JF-fx2qv 5 жыл бұрын
What a perfect Christmas that'll; with a doubt, go down in everyone's memory forever. Cabin, snow. forest setting, and a playful Cali dog. You have a beautiful family and much to be thankful for.
@joshtaylor4832
@joshtaylor4832 5 жыл бұрын
Not sure how many smiles this gave me! Family time is the best time!! Happy Holidays from South Dakota in the US!
@rronaldreagan
@rronaldreagan 5 жыл бұрын
You ment to say merry christmas...dont be a sheep.
@joshtaylor4832
@joshtaylor4832 5 жыл бұрын
@@rronaldreagan Yes, I do celebrate Christmas. I also know KZbin is a wide-spread platform so I figured the appropriate wording could be filled in based on peoples Celebrations.
@DM-kv9kj
@DM-kv9kj 5 жыл бұрын
@@joshtaylor4832 How dare you think of other peoples and cultures when commenting on a global media platform! Such a typical liberal cuc sheep. Only ever think about yourself and demand everyone else fall in line with your opinions, because that;s wot make Murca gr8 agen!!
@rronaldreagan
@rronaldreagan 5 жыл бұрын
@@DM-kv9kj ok boomer
@igordjukic7161
@igordjukic7161 5 жыл бұрын
I agree with the smiles part. Also kinda got me weak, remembering I dont have a family at the age of 24..But its all good! Happy Holidays! : )
@zhenghenry7623
@zhenghenry7623 4 жыл бұрын
Thousands of cabin build in KZbin, but only one cabin been build to leave, keep the cabin life and keep all of us live 💕 for young and for old
@1kinut800
@1kinut800 5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!!! No flashing lights. No blow-up Santas. Just honest love and happiness and being together sharing. Very very well done.
@stevemiddleton4189
@stevemiddleton4189 5 жыл бұрын
So happy. What was missing is now so complete. Merry. Christmas from the Middleton family down south in Mississippi
@eah8101
@eah8101 5 жыл бұрын
"Dad, it's hard to believe you made that!" -- congratulations Shawn, you managed to impress and get praise from your grown kids; too few fathers experience that, since too many grown kids are know-it-alls -- fröliche Weihnachten
@jes4596
@jes4596 4 жыл бұрын
Shawn, This is the first time I have seen your whole family at the cabin. I know the trials your going thru now with the moving and rebuilding. I just wanted to say you have a beautiful family and I pray that all goes well for all of you as you rebuild a homestead. Take care my friend. God Bless you and yours. Don, from NW Pa.
@jannamcglynn4136
@jannamcglynn4136 5 жыл бұрын
Have a Merry Christmas. Hold on to all these memories and hug your family tight. I lost my son a few weeks ago. This will be a Christmas without him and no one is feeling much joy here. Your videos make me feel happy while I watch them. My son Noah loved anything nature. I feel closer to him watching your channel.
@hanorabrennan8846
@hanorabrennan8846 5 жыл бұрын
Janna, condolences for your loss. Believe it, he's in a better place without the accompanying stresses of life. My 18-year-old Harry passed on Nov. 25 and Christmas will have a hollow ring here in Ireland too. He is even teaching me in death. I miss him so so much. Peace and serenity will descend on you.
@joansommerfield8419
@joansommerfield8419 5 жыл бұрын
Janna McGlynn Peace and comfort to both of you. I have no family so I can appreciate a bit of what you must be feeling. May you be wrapped in the shelter of angels wings.
@jannamcglynn4136
@jannamcglynn4136 5 жыл бұрын
@@hanorabrennan8846 I am so sorry for your loss of your boy. It's a pain no mother should ever have to feel. God bless you.
@jannamcglynn4136
@jannamcglynn4136 5 жыл бұрын
@@joansommerfield8419 thank you so much for your kindness.
@maryblaylock6545
@maryblaylock6545 5 жыл бұрын
At this time of year we feel our losses and our lacks deeply. I can relate on so many levels. What has helped me this year is to remember the reason for the season. And His mother, Mary has been where we are now. Remember our loved ones with joy that we had them in our lives. Merry Christmas to you and to all your viewers.
@franzinauen8443
@franzinauen8443 4 жыл бұрын
I was crying tears when he opened the christmas parcel. A man lives his dream. What a great family you have!
@tinamanning3646
@tinamanning3646 3 жыл бұрын
I was crying also because that was a beautiful moment it was priceless
@cosimonisi5947
@cosimonisi5947 5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video as always, Happy birthday to you here from Florence👍🏻☺️♥️🎁🎆🎄
@martyreking5487
@martyreking5487 4 жыл бұрын
His world seems so perfect , beautiful wife and daughters and beautiful wilderness setting almost magical , even the dog is awesome , doesn't bark for no reason but only as a warning for a few seconds .
@richxts1357
@richxts1357 5 жыл бұрын
Shawn, you are one lucky man in more ways than one. What a beautiful wife and girls. Please keep it together! Happy Holidays to you and yours.
@mariusciobanu8836
@mariusciobanu8836 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas and may God's grace be with you and your Family ! All the best from Romania.
@kirkw1740
@kirkw1740 5 жыл бұрын
That's very generous of you to include everyone online in your family celebrations. Thanks so much and merry Christmas to you all!
@terrycox6256
@terrycox6256 5 жыл бұрын
Yes, exactly what Kirk W said!
@iandylan82
@iandylan82 4 жыл бұрын
This is the dream. You're a lucky man sir.
@nazy0078
@nazy0078 5 жыл бұрын
You have beautiful daughters and wife, Merry Christmas to all of you.
@moradmoradel3358
@moradmoradel3358 4 жыл бұрын
Yes
@dr.tomgio6694
@dr.tomgio6694 5 жыл бұрын
Just think about this: The James' family celebrating Christmas Eve together in a hand-built log cabin in the middle of the Canadian wilderness under the snow has touched the hearts of people from around the world. I'd like to add my sincerest best wishes for a merry Christmas and a healthy and happy new year from Lecce, Italia.
@troypayne3078
@troypayne3078 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and your family. Your videos made our lives better this past year and are much appreciated. That Griswold Dutch oven was made between 1920 and 1950. Great oven.
@pedroselah
@pedroselah 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a great family with a leader Father who reassure the protection and providing for the family. That’s the figure of a great father. I want to be like that someday.
@russakawinderstempling505
@russakawinderstempling505 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you all from a faithful watcher and fellow outdoorsman here in Connecticut!!! We are the same age, but you are definitely living your dreams!!! Hoping I can live similar at some point but for now your sharing your adventure fills the void!!! Again, from my family to yours, Merry Christmas!!!
@LouAnneHoffman
@LouAnneHoffman 5 жыл бұрын
Boy did this tug at my heart...to see your beautiful family there with you, Shawn, brought me to tears... I'm 63 and live off grid....on my own...for now...I look forward to this kind of Christmas with my family in the future...Many Blessings for sharing your journey with us out here in youtubeland....Merry Christmas!
@shauna5466
@shauna5466 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas so wonderful to see all the comments from around the world wishing you the very best! ❄️⛄🎀
@barbaralavoie1045
@barbaralavoie1045 3 жыл бұрын
How lovely to have this kind of Christmas family gathering❤️
@Motoko1134
@Motoko1134 5 жыл бұрын
"It's hard to believe you made that" - understatement of the year.
@schurik5851
@schurik5851 4 жыл бұрын
Joe Ran People forgot what they can create with their own Hands. All what they need..
@johnlolurgay6424
@johnlolurgay6424 4 жыл бұрын
heard that and went looking for a comment didn't take long xD
@sosteve9113
@sosteve9113 5 жыл бұрын
for all who read this,a Merry Christmas greetings from a Belgian bushcrafter
@melodytenisch6232
@melodytenisch6232 4 жыл бұрын
...belated Merry Christmas in May!👵🐕old woman and her 16 yr. old Chow in the PNW wishes you well!😊🎶
@chrismorton2741
@chrismorton2741 4 жыл бұрын
I can’t think of a better way to spend Christmas.
@c.rogers____
@c.rogers____ 9 күн бұрын
I have such Wonderful warm memories of Our family used to be together, Especially on the holidays.
@Comp3630
@Comp3630 5 жыл бұрын
I feel bad for whoever is/will be dating this man's daughter. Imagine trying to impress this man.
@ike7539
@ike7539 5 жыл бұрын
I am up for the challenge
@nightfangs2910
@nightfangs2910 5 жыл бұрын
All I can say is good luck Guy - I'm an active navy SEAL Farther yeah but can you build a log cabin with your bare hands Guy 😭😭😭
@channelsxexy755
@channelsxexy755 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas with family and friends
@garyfairbrother5532
@garyfairbrother5532 5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the very same thing. But I’ll give the the daughters the benefit of their parents good judgement.
@dsmith3239
@dsmith3239 5 жыл бұрын
After following Shawn and all his exploits and adventures, I am sure as long as any man is hard working, respects his daughters, and treats them as equal will be all that matters. I have two daughters of my own and I expect nothing less of any man that comes into their lives.
@johnsavage248
@johnsavage248 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the many hours of quiet relaxation I've had watching you videos this year.
@Michael-qh6xx
@Michael-qh6xx 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shawn for sharing your life with all! It's not just your talent in "Self Reliance" which makes you so interesting. You are a master of storytelling and in camera work. Merry Christmas.
@macloud51
@macloud51 4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful family. It's been a year, though, and I wish you the best, companionship, peace and above all love to y'all.
@waynewintermute3869
@waynewintermute3869 4 жыл бұрын
It's probably the best Christmas family gathering and dinner i ever scene. Reminds me of when I was a kid growing up on a farm. We had 10 to 14 people at our gatherings and we ate all organic like them! Just beautiful! I'm alone in the world now left with only memories of yesteryear and holidays don't have much meaning anymore but this made my Christmas this year! Thank you Shawn and family, you're truly blessed. God bless you all.
@gabriela88235
@gabriela88235 4 жыл бұрын
Im sorry I get what it feels like to have those memories you miss. I have some hope for you :)Jesus Christ is coming back. The fires, earthquakes, virus, people’s hearts growing colder this means the time is almost here. The Bible has predicted these types of things. He died for your sins if you accept the free gift. All those times you have lied, stolen, gossiped or anything else that is basically not loving everyone as you love yourself is a sin. God has watched you and sees everything even the most secret things. The good news is that He came and was manifested into flesh to come suffer, be humiliated and die for you, if you put your full faith and trust in Jesus. He loves you so much. It’s not about this world, it is already passing away. Please get saved today, you can go to Heaven. Not by earning it or doing “good” works. There is no one good. Our righteousness is like filthy rags compared to God’s perfection. You cannot bribe God. Ask Jesus to save you and tell Him you believe He died for you, was buried and rose again on the third day. Jesus is alive right now. Ask Him to come into your heart. He wants a personal relationship with you not religion. Going to church does not save you. Saying a sinners prayer does not save you. You need to truly believe in your heart because God knows your heart. Tell Him you want to know Him and that you believe What Jesus did can save you and that He is Lord. Get a relationship with Him today. Heaven is gonna be beautiful filled with fun and joy far better than we can imagine. He loves you so much. Please search up rapture dreams on KZbin so many believers feel He is coming soon!! Accept Him as the Lord and your personal savior. Get that personal relationship. It’s so beautiful :) Thank you God bless! ❤️
@freedomforever1962
@freedomforever1962 4 жыл бұрын
Amen.🤗 Really motivates me to get that cabin in the woods. Been putting it off for over fifty years time to head on out! 🙌🌺☘️🍃🌷
@ZR0N1_Gaming
@ZR0N1_Gaming 4 жыл бұрын
All things come to an end. It hurts when we sit back to relax for a moment and all those memories comes choking us.
@fastasali5498
@fastasali5498 4 жыл бұрын
@@gabriela88235 Love EVERY word!❤️
@gabriela88235
@gabriela88235 4 жыл бұрын
@@fastasali5498 thank you so much for your positivity! The Lord Jesus Christ really does love you so so much more than you can imagine. It’s that easy to be saved like i shared in the really long paragraph up above. Just believe He died for your sins, was buried and rose again on the third day! Now that you already saved you get to have a relationship with Him personally and not religion. God bless you. Thanks again for your positivity! 😊💗
@rjm1403
@rjm1403 5 жыл бұрын
Well, its kinda hard to do but you welled me up with this one.. Watching this while I am wrapping the presents for my girls as well. Shawn, the best to you and your family this Christmas and a wish for peace in all of our hearts, minds, and families across your great collection of friends (1.15 million!).
@jumpinjakeflash1
@jumpinjakeflash1 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful family, Shawn. I've been in the entertainment industry for 34 years. This is exceptional production work. Not sure who does your editing, but if it's you, you blow me away again with another talent. God bless you. You indeed have the world by the tail...
@garthwunsch
@garthwunsch 4 жыл бұрын
He mentions in some videos about taking time in his schedule to edit the productions... he’s a true artist - on so many levels.
@ki-hyukyoo5172
@ki-hyukyoo5172 4 жыл бұрын
The one who Edits the Videos has been in his Videos all the time...Cali.
@Celticcross688
@Celticcross688 4 жыл бұрын
The best thing for this Man is somone who will LOVE his daughters like he does, someone who can look after each of them. Also someone who is a Quick at learner, Father in Law, has a lot of knowledge. His dog adores him..
@drdwgmd14
@drdwgmd14 3 жыл бұрын
And leave them to go be in the woods lol?
@thomasarbo2393
@thomasarbo2393 5 жыл бұрын
That was priceless when your dog pawd the window to say I want to come in with you
@mikeross1378
@mikeross1378 5 жыл бұрын
That’s what Christmas is all about. Being together with your loved ones a celebrating the holiday. What a beautiful homestead you’ve made. Merry Christmas from Idaho🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@Stahlhacke
@Stahlhacke 5 жыл бұрын
I adore the way you look at you wife and daughters. You’re whole face shines with love and pride ❤️ You’re a beautiful role model for us younger men. Thank you so much for sharing your Christmas with us. Merry Christmas and God jul 🎄
@joaott1974
@joaott1974 4 жыл бұрын
Most important is that your family understands and support your type of life. They really love you.
@kodiakfarmsbrianhoadley8152
@kodiakfarmsbrianhoadley8152 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas!! Excellent video! More heartwarming than any hallmark special
@lindaleduke5016
@lindaleduke5016 5 жыл бұрын
It's wonderful to hear them laughing. Merry Christmas!... to you and your family. Happy Birthday, good girl Cali.
@welderman1221
@welderman1221 5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful !!! Brought tears to my eyes. Marvelous Christmas for you and your family !!! Truly the greatest blessing.
@kariw5341
@kariw5341 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your lives with us all. I wish all children could grow up with as much knowledge peace and love in their lives. Much love and the utmost respect to you all
@TheHydrogen4
@TheHydrogen4 4 жыл бұрын
So he has a wife and 2 daughters. It all makes sense now.
@wubbalubbadubdub7597
@wubbalubbadubdub7597 4 жыл бұрын
It's a bit extreme for a shed at the bottom of the garden...
@Meskarts
@Meskarts 4 жыл бұрын
made my day
@rosecoloredlady7094
@rosecoloredlady7094 4 жыл бұрын
My dad has a wife and 4 daughters. lol This guy reminds me of my dad.
@rosecoloredlady7094
@rosecoloredlady7094 4 жыл бұрын
@Gibberish Generator Yeah, especially since the first born WAS a boy, but he sadly died at 3 months old. I'm surprised it didn't destroy my dad.
@alfredmula5843
@alfredmula5843 4 жыл бұрын
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@janetogrady
@janetogrady 5 жыл бұрын
A very Merry Christmas not only to you and your lovely family but also to your subscribers from all over the World.
@betterdaze1747
@betterdaze1747 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and your love ones. May y'all have many blessings this New Year 🎁
@weldonsavoie3613
@weldonsavoie3613 5 жыл бұрын
Now this really looks like a home , yes indeed .
@장웅-i2i
@장웅-i2i 2 жыл бұрын
너무행복해보여요 늘 건강하세요
@cherylpemberton1676
@cherylpemberton1676 5 жыл бұрын
I Share these videos from Shawn, even talk about them; I encourage my friends and family members to WATCH HIS VIDEOS!!
@TeddyLovesBacon
@TeddyLovesBacon 5 жыл бұрын
I am so in love with this beautiful sweet golden retriever, Cali! Obviously a super sweet and happy dog. But the scene where she is trying to jump and catch the shoveled snow as its being tossed , I mean come on?! That expression of complete unbridled doggy joy and happiness just killed me! Can happiness get any more real then that? Can sweetness be any more pure?! Cali is literally living the dream every day, and it makes my heart rejoice :-)
@sheilarogers2771
@sheilarogers2771 5 жыл бұрын
I'm in pain but it made me laugh and feel joy...so thank you!
@unti419
@unti419 5 жыл бұрын
I hate to admit this, but this brought tears to my eyes. Such an excellent life to have. Thanks you for sharing.
@sheilarogers2771
@sheilarogers2771 5 жыл бұрын
It brought tears to my eyes as well...he's living my dream.
@cobbe.l
@cobbe.l 5 жыл бұрын
It did me too. Going to change my Christmases from now on
@Sophia-hj3ko
@Sophia-hj3ko 3 жыл бұрын
Dad, have you built those extra cabins for all your children? Admiring. With tears. Real father and great man.
@kennethparker734
@kennethparker734 5 жыл бұрын
Family times the best
@hemanthharrilall5878
@hemanthharrilall5878 5 жыл бұрын
The most heart warming story. All I can say is thank you.
@elsamartins9076
@elsamartins9076 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to all of you guys!!!! Happy New Hear !!!! To Caly to!!!! Kisses from Portugal!!!
@Полина-ф1п4ч
@Полина-ф1п4ч 3 жыл бұрын
Красивая семья у красивого человека..... Спасибо за все видео, смотрю часами... Очень интересно....трудяге восхищение.....привет из Руси....
@Nunya_Bidnez
@Nunya_Bidnez 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to my favorite KZbin family. Merry Merry Christmas to all of you viewers and Callie too.
@AndyBrownt4
@AndyBrownt4 5 жыл бұрын
This video moved me to tears; a 47 year old man who's as hard as a chesnut...can you believe that? Merry Christmas to all! John 3:16
@heatherzlotyh7267
@heatherzlotyh7267 5 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to a man who shows us how we all should live if we were so blessed to. ! Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
@JosnaJosna-d5d
@JosnaJosna-d5d 11 ай бұрын
The man has done everything to enjoy with his family members, what else is there better than this ! I admire the Man.
@donseclad
@donseclad 4 жыл бұрын
One of the most heartwarming videos I have ever seen, beautiful
@johncaash7868
@johncaash7868 5 жыл бұрын
Letting Cali in at just the right moment capped an already awesome Christmas video. Your talents as a video editor often get over shadowed by the things you build not to mention your cooking. You do fine work editing. Best Wishes Shawn. To you and yours. Keep up the good work. Thank you
@filypefx
@filypefx 5 жыл бұрын
one word... Treasure.
@michaelhoover4120
@michaelhoover4120 5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful family and people and one happy dog!
@myrtisdelores59
@myrtisdelores59 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Family. It's so great to see your wonderful family and how loving you all are to each other. Cali is loved by everyone and she's so deserving. God bless you Cali and your beautiful wife and girls from here to eternity. bless your love always
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