Filling Our Firewood Supply | Staying One Step Ahead in Winter

[@DeborahKEgolf]

I was wondering if you could recommend some channels similar to yours. I enjoy the type of content you put out and want more of it. Ive already binged on all your content . Love❤ you guys. Your my favorite.

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank you so much 😊 there are so many awesome lovely folks on youtube I thought I could pin your comment that way others will hopefully chime in with their favorite channels. Happy Holidays!

[@KAnneMeinel]

www.youtube.com/@OffGridLife

[@debraburggraff5887]

Talasbuan 1:47 . Just as wonderful. Sweden

[@Lynn-sz9gp]

I really enjoy www.youtube.com/@HomeFreeAlaska They have great content and I just love the channel along with this one here.

[@DeborahKEgolf]

@@SimpleLivingAlaska Thank you.

[@gottafly125]

You two are such an amazing example for other couples. You've enspired my wife and I to work more towards being better team mates for each other, to be more patient and work together on things. Keep up the great work!

[@nancyfaircloth3224]

I was going to say the same thing. They work as a team. I love my husband, but l know we would be divorced 😅.

[@videolover1489]

@@nancyfaircloth3224 they work as a team to survive. If we put you guys in a situation where you have to survive day in and day out then you guys will be working as a team

[@Kelleena1on1]

So true .

[@KarisGoogle]

That’s wonderful news! I’m so happy for you guys!! 🤍🙏🏻

[@jjudy5869]

@@nancyfaircloth3224 That's where you walk away until you can talk about it in a calm voice. We built a 20-sided polygon together, and I had to do it more than once (I'm the hothead). Most of the time, it was because I couldn't see the logic of what he was wanting to do. He learned that if he put it on paper, I could "see" what he was talking about. Then we were both talking apples instead of a bowl of fruit.

[@loristephens3016]

Another breathtaking opening and the Northern Lights, just incredible. Back in the 1950s, they were visable in Oregon. Scared everybody, we'd never heard or seen such a sight. They were so beautiful, eerie green lights dancing in the sky. Ariel, you rock! Handling that chainsaw like a lumberjack (Jill). Sweet Pepper, the birds will keep her occupied all winter! ❤ To all Lori.

[@schwabrichard9829]

In December 1863 the aurora was seen over Fredericksburg Virginia. Causing the percipient`s of the Battle of Fredericksburg to look up in wonder!!!!!

[@kjmorley]

Your drone shots are absolutely National Geographic quality!

[@timmiller3133]

Man that panoramic view is breathtaking n makes you realize how big Alaska is!

[@derrickaustin8273]

The drone footage is literally breathtaking

[@nancyfaircloth3224]

National Geographic Views

[@Riversbend710]

Your early videos have been available. You have grown. The photography was good now it is great. The early music was edger. It is now maturer. More self aware. More spiritual. You have really grown. I wish you happiness.

[@Bendejo-lm8wo]

You guys are an absolute joy to watch. Thanks for sharing your awesome story with us.

[@nancycowan6109]

Always, always so rewarding to watch one of your incredible videos. Thank you! ❤️🌲

[@1307scooter]

Pepper and the birds...priceless.

[@stevenmiyamoto2060]

Your video excellence matches that of the National Geographic productions. All KZbinrs could learn from your experience and expertise in creating enjoyable video content. Your life shares are honest, heartwarming, educational, and keep us wanting more. I appreciate what you do for this community.

[@thewiz4944]

It's amazing what two people with some will power can accomplish. You two are an inspiration. Thank you for the awesome videos.

[@lovealullaby]

I honestly got really emotional at 16:09. With so much horror in the world is so easy to forget how beautiful the world is and how we need to take care of it. Thank you guys so much for how you keep showing how amazing our home is. 🙏♥️

[@kathymc234]

Home = Planet

[@Shelley-j2y]

Your videos always bring a smile to my face. Thank you, I really needed this today. :) What a beautiful life you two have made for yourselves. I love the cat and the bird feeder, too. God bless you both in your adventures together in God's country.

[@cugglymonster]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE your food prep and eat videos! You guys have the most simple, yet complex healthy meals. It’s so satisfying to watch.

[@hardenmama1800]

The opening music was hauntingly beautiful.

[@barbarahorath8574]

The opening sequence and the music you picked for it are just beautiful! Good job! You’re getting better and better!!!

[@JanGrimm-s2y]

Y'all need an award for your scenery videos! You do such a terrific job! So beautiful! And as always I love watching you create wonderful meals! You both work so hard.😀❤

[@NicolasDudic-ph4kd]

Well done, Amazing vidéo ! Pozz svima ot sefer I marija. Francija

[@robertazapfe7585]

Always a beautiful start to an amazing journey for you both. Thank you for sharing your lives and adventures. Much love and respect to you both. Pease stay warm this winter!

[@ignaciaforteza7731]

My soul has been uplifted,such beautiful photography and pleasant music. A real pleasure. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@lesleywatkins1172]

I just love watching your cat tapping the window at the birds! It’s like her own private tv! 😊

[@kathymc234]

Cat TV

[@frederickmoller]

As 'always' You two ROCK! You and Shawn James' channels are the best outdoor channels on You Tube, I really love you guys!

[@cricketmcclure3458]

Shawn James has another channel (maybe more) titled - My Self Reliance!

[@frederickmoller]

@@cricketmcclure3458 I know that's the one that I follow, not his 'Shawn James' channel, BTW I live about 300 miles north of Shawn.

[@ilanawesterman865]

My husband know how much I love your channel and for tonight on hannukah he gave me your 2024 calendar. What an awesome gift!

[@zettlerpamela]

Watching the two of you is the highlight of my week. I can’t adequately express how much happiness you bring to this old lady. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us. It means so much !!

[@r.k.2823]

Watching your little kitty girl was such a joy! Made me chuckle how she wants to "play" with her little friends. So darn cute and great for the birds too!!

[@tonilehmann-cf8ft]

I was thinking similar, but how blessed each creature is to observe and be in each other's proximity/space for a time. This would rarely occur in a natural environment.

[@vanessakristle7599]

I get so excited when you put out a new video! You are my #1 Creator!! Everything you film is entertaining from food, nature, working as a couple, and the love you have for each other. You cover it all!!

[@dannyjackson7716]

Hey guys, I just want ya'll to know that I'm an old man from Texas, I've been watching ya'll for years now. Ya'll are my top two people I watch on KZbin. Love you guys. Oh, and all I watch these days is KZbin. So that says alote. Love your video and photography, and I'm envious as hell of yalls lifestyle. Can't wait for the next one and the next one.

[@kathymoss3522]

Even your stacked wood looks like a work of art!

[@mommamay01]

Erics face after "Its a frozen mustache" is killing me 😂

[@ABNMPmama]

You guys have the best cinematography on KZbin. Honestly, you need to to win awards for your videos. Simply loving your Alaska, besties! Time to sit back and finish watching the latest and greatest from y’all. ❤ *My favorite out of all the awesomeness is Shadow at the window, bird watching.

[@Aussiehomestead1965]

See folks.... THIS is WHY this is the best channel on KZbin 🥰

[@HurricaneHeather]

The introduction did not disappoint, as usual. If I were a younger woman, I would be living so much like this. I love your self sufficiency and loving partnership. You are living so many people's adventures, including mine.

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Pepper has her own Reality TV screen...lol As Always Thanks for sharing you two. Stay warm and give Old man Bo a big hug & Bandit too!

[@rustynailmendlesohn8710]

I have never seen the Northern lights. I envy you two. :) Kitty and the bird feeder in the window 😻

[@adamyoung480]

Aloha. You will feel like a kid. Ooh, aagh, you can’t help it.

[@donnalaughlinhogan3819]

So darn cute the cat gets free entertainment ,my daughter does the same for her cat .♥️🇨🇦

[@cletenorris3558]

Stay focused on each other as you walk through life. Your relationship is the most important thing. Life is not about money or stuff…it’s all about your marriage and sharing the ups and downs as a team. Love your videos and may God Bless you both!

[@diane8885]

The scenery and music are stunning. Thanks so much for this. I can only image the effort it takes to make these.

[@CreatorInTrng]

Everybody is complimenting on the visuals (I've done it in the past). I second your comment. They just seem to keep getting better.

[@mountainbound1315]

I could watch you chop wood all day but your incredible cuisine really is second to none.

[@bonnieitzaina7841]

Such a beautiful opening you made me cry!! The rest was just as great! You guys are loved by many, I sure. Thank you so much, for all ya do!

[@the-reading-lemon]

The opening shots were gorgeous once again. Your handle on cinematography is just incredible. I have never seen these see-through bird feeders before, but they are super cool! I love how unimpressed the birds were with the cat, despite her trying to catch them through the glass. They know she can't get to them! Sentences I never thought I'd hear: "I just charged the chicken coop for a good hour." Also, did I hear mention of a cabin trip?! "We" haven't been to the lakeside cabin in a while, this is exciting. I love the nature there!

[@gaylewaters520]

I’m too old to so these things anymore but you guys being me so much joy watching all the things you accomplish on a regular basis. You rock it!!!

[@gregmiller2916]

The beauty of this planet, so pointedly illustrated by you in many of your video intros, did not just happen. To God be the glory. Please continue to show us his incredible creation!

[@tracylamb903]

I have clear bird feeders for my cat. My birds are so picking I started buying just sunflower seeds. Love y’all’s ingenuity. Beautiful firewood.

[@capstar633]

I love how you provide for the birds!

[@PaullaWells]

I love the feeder on the window! I am totally going to get one for my cats now. So glad y'all got your firewood taken care of. So essential.

[@angeladalton5502]

I have a request, can you post daily? I am subscribed to many, but you are my #1. I live vicariously through you. No wonder I stay tired! 😂

[@heraldoriviera3851]

At already 10k likes, this community supports everything you do, Simply Living. It's been a great ride since I joined...about two years ago. I've learned a lot from your channel, and look forward to your future adventures!

[@jamesmyers2087]

I’m going to sound like a broken record here, but your opening sequences are pure art. The video and accompanying music track is perfection. Are you both working on that element of your videos? Have either one of you had formal media training. Dang, it’s so beautifully done!

[@johnsutherland6322]

My day has just been made now that you’re both on my screen ❤

[@simonweber4150]

I could watch your intros for an hour. Great ❤

[@robertrettig7110]

Your on tract for a million subscribers! Yours and other programs like yours ,allows us a much needed respite from the chaos of this world while we anxiously await the return of our Lord Jesus Christ!

[@rogertemple7193]

Trying to stay caught up with firewood out there is probably a full time job but with it being cold and snowing all the time in Alaska especially this time of year you really have to have a great weekend and have a very nice Merry Christmas and Thank You.🇺🇲🇺🇲 🇺🇲🎄🎀🎄🇺🇲

[@99drtahir]

Scenes are breathtaking, you are so lucky you guys live there and enjoy every moment of it

[@tammyfletcher7667]

Its awesome your hens are laying so well. Now that your coop is heated your eggs won't freeze. That is just precious watching Pepper and the birds.

[@noramaegomez197]

Loving ALL of your videos!! You guys Rock ! There’s nothing you can’t do!! Awesome describes you both ! I’m chomping at the bit for you guys to start the planning for your Garden ! I’m SO Excited for you guys to start 🌱🌱🌱🌱 10 months is going to be so hard for me to wait for the spring!😆 I hope you know how much you mean to us and how much you are a part of our lives. We Love you guys ! You are like Family to us 🩵🩵 Stay Safe ,Strong ,Healthy and take Care! 🩵🌱🩵🌱🌱🌱

[@suzannesnow7485]

Excellent intro can’t wait for the rest!💞

[@lanalyons6873]

Love seeing those hugs i hope you two have many many many more years of love and happiness together

[@Trinh1227]

❤❤❤ I know everyone has said it already but that video montage intro is STUNNING!! The footage, the editing, the music selection….so amazing!! And I appreciate that you sprinkle it into your monthly videos. It’s a gorgeous surprise. Also, my calendar arrived. I love it so much! You both are so talented. Thanks for all you share!

[@Nancy-m3o5p]

Aww,I love you two. My favorite to watch. You two are the real deal and it's a pure joy to watch yall. Your place is beautiful and I love that snow. Stay safe and God bless you both. Happy holidays from Ky.Keep posting as often as you can.

[@aliceagoddard7219]

Your videos make me dream of being in Alaska. So beautiful 😍

[@jennygirl8849]

Wow...that opening scene! BEAUTIFUL! 🤍💙🩶

[@dianebaker5243]

The Northern lights are amazing too see over your home ❤

[@jamespipe8589]

To be able to wake up, choose what to do, and just do it.. man, that seems more like the American Dream than anything else I could think of

[@donnasimonds4215]

😆😆😆😆so funny the cat trying to get the bird thru a closed window!!! I laughed out loud!!!!❤

[@reagan445]

Pepper is both thrilled and super annoyed at the clear birdfeeder. It really is the perfect present for a cat in an Alaskan winter.

[@DanOakes-m5y]

I have watched you're videos for a long time, and wanted to say how impressed I am with your work ethic and love of adventure in your lives. Am also very impressed with the gumption and fortitude that you take with everything you do. I wish more people would take you as an example of getting it done!..

[@tardismole]

I love the bird feeder. I'm getting one each for my cats. The younger one (1yo f) always attacks the older one (11yo and almost blind m) so they have to be kept apart. I'll give them one each. Old Boy goes nuts when birds sit on the window sill, so this will be welcome entertainment. The younger one is terrified of practically everything that moves that isn't my older cat, so this will be interesting.

[@staceyhazelett2397]

Alaska is always so beautiful but the northern lights are amazing ❤ i feel like you two are simple, blessed! Its a privilege to come along!

[@clelameusborn4164]

Hay just a little FYI. Millet is yellow and Mylo is red. Love watching the two of you. God sure has blessed you.

[@LynLvs2Laugh]

Arielle with the heart-stopping aerial shots ❤❤

[@robertslusser6753]

Love your video's and how well you two work together. Just to add a little context to your snowfall up there in Alaska, we had our first snowfall here this morning in Northeastern PA. We had about a 1/2" of snow early this morning and by nightfall it was mostly gone as it warmed up to about 40 degrees today. I love to see all of the snow that you guys get up there, but at 73 years of age, I'm fine with the decreasing amounts of snow that we have gotten here the last few years. Your video reminded me that I need to get some suet and start putting our dry bird seed in the feeder. We get quite a few black capped chickadees here during the winter.

[@valfrasier39]

I love the Northern Lights. I haven't seen them in person for several years.

[@fredamarty1]

The opening of your video's are so cinematic with the music and views, it's just beautiful. I admire the hard work you both put into your home. The night skies with the northern lights and time lapse stars was so magical. You both are living my dream life. Much love to you both, keep warm!

[@tinatippin5705]

Your photography is breath taking. It reminds me of my parents and the slides my father took. We would spend hours watching the Alaskan pictures and listen to them tell stories. Precious memories. Thank you.

[@scottd7926]

Opening drone cinematography is really great! I look forward to watching the full video later

[@cindyconnor9178]

Cool bird feeder! I love a wood pile as much as you guys. Good work! Fantastic northern lights, opening drone footage and omelets!

[@amyblackwell7930]

Love watching your videos. Beautiful scenery. You both are so hard working but have fun together!

[@marleneboyd7754]

The drone footage and music feels like I am flying along the Alaska vastness.

[@MrRiorust]

I loved the cat and bird/feeder interaction! Good to hear that the chickens are doing well in the Casa de Pollo. You two look like you are getting for a long winter, Be well.

[@dyannejohnson6184]

I gasp, I stare, and I am enthralled! I love the wilderness; it’s in my blood. I lived in it as a young child and it’s never left my heart. Thank you very much for your videos.

[@magn630]

Heaven on earth is what the scenery of Alaska makes me think of. Can't thank you enough for sharing it with us. Hope Pepper learns to make bird friends and enjoys their visits while they eat.

[@lindabenn7771]

It’s nice to see you two huggy and kissy poo. After all it starts the day off lovingly.

[@denisewiebrimmer454]

Love the feeder on the window so cute

[@doroteamunoz978]

We’re so amazed there’s nothing more word to describe you’re talent, energy and every good adjectives and we’re so awed really. Eric and Arielle thanks for all the info.Hello from Ca, USA.

[@futurealaskan706]

I look forward every week for your guys new one. Absolutely love to watch and can’t wait till wife and I go back up there next month..

[@Susan.I]

I love the cat watching the bird at the outside feeder!

[@charlenegrady8781]

Your intro is absolutely beautiful. Beautiful view👍. Wow quick work with that wood pile. You two work so well together like a well oiled machine🥰. Stay warm🇺🇸✌️

[@neilharrison7555]

Wow, yet ANOTHER great video intro, plus Aurora, plus Pepper trying to figure out why she can't reach the birds! (Made me laugh!) This (as usual excellent) video shows just how much effort you have to put into one of the basics most of us take for granted - staying warm in winter. All the cutting, axe work etc involved to have enough wood is a lot. My late brother had a wood burner in his house, he didn't have to chop down any trees, but it was half a day to get to the woodyard, fill his (much smaller) trailer return home then unload/stack it. Thanks for improving my Friday!

[@saenole66]

Arille does a masterful editing job of the drone shots with the music. The clear bird feeder is so fun for the kitty. Fun video!

[@mikeadams2339]

Very fun! Great food takes!

[@joeyhardin1288]

I remember my grandmother running the chainsaw at 73 years old because she couldn't life the logs anymore!!! Thank you. God Bless and stay safe.

[@daydreambeliever6603]

Pepper is so cute with her bird friend. I love that funny noise they make when they are thinking of pouncing. Arielle your drone videos were awe inspiring as always. Keep well kids❤❤

[@sherpa972]

You need to get paid by the Alaskan Tourist department, breathtaking imagery. Thank you for sharing.

[@connielikens3415]

Your beginning video is sad, and lonely, and comforting, and sleepily desiring for spring to emerge. This beauty pulls my emotions in. You have encompassed every aspect of beautiful, desolate Alaska. You've managed to help me see the beauty of my Oregon around me.❤

[@Susan.I]

Love that you feed the wild birds too!!!

[@drdunbar2050]

😮I'm impressed! That's a lot of wood!

[@maryloulandmark3129]

Such a great life for keeping a sane mind in this Turbulent world we are inundated with.

[@Yevgeny666]

As always the opening cinematography on point 👍👍👍 😍😍

[@champagnemommy]

I have never seen anything like that night sky. Just amazing.

[@canajian]

Absolutely beautiful scenic shots...🖐😎👍

[@vickimurphy590]

The intro was beautiful and tranquil....absolutely breathtaking.

[@suecollins5174]

Awesome as usual! Thank you!!

[@Johnnymac66]

The stark contrast between your expertly created and magnificent intro music and drone shots and your very cold, laborious, hard work a masterpiece unto itself.

[@sreid9740]

Well, where to begin? Lovely music and scenery, especially the Northern lights! Must be such a satisfying feeling seeing all that wood stored for the winter - I felt happy just looking at it myself😄 That omlette looked luscious, would rev anyone up to get out and get stuff done! Kitty was looking pretty entranced with that bird feeder visitor - birdie didn't seem to care at all - pretty cute!! The insulated box sure turned out good - simple ideas and efforts sure make life easier long term doesn't it?! Just loved the early morning? shot of the homestead - peace, quiet, birds getting on with the day - so wonderful!! Stay safe, be happy!❤