Milling Floorboards to the Forest-boy's New Cabin

[@jodybruch829]

Ivar “ Forest Boy “. I love it and there is nothing better than a child’s laughter♥️ Best sound ever🌲

[@Cate7451]

People here still use the small square bales. Maybe then you could store them inside. I guess the white plastic you could use for cold frames. Just thinking to recycle that. Yes it is so hard to eliminate all plastic. 😃

[@outdoorhannah]

He's just soooo cute!

[@noreenlawlor3700]

Ivar's giggles tickle my heartstrings. What a gorgeous little character. Tova and Matthias you have such a gentle and calm way with him. Your love for him and each other shines through in every video. Its always a delightful surprise to see a new video pop up. It always transports me to your magical place. Thank you for making us and the world the better for knowing you. Love and blessings to you from Ireland.

[@martamarin8688]

I remember when he was a little baby, time goes by very fast❤️❤️

[@بيانغانم-ك5ز]

Hi my brother metheas i advies you to read quran book in moslim book to know more about this relagion and if you like this book you can enter islam

[@anneliesjoss]

If anyone criticizes you for this, they have bigger problems. We’re trying to live with less plastic, less waste, but most of us aren’t perfect. You guys are pretty damn close to perfection, living the way you do. I truly admire you. Your family lives in such harmony with nature. So peaceful…….. I’m longing for this kind of life Yep, wintertime is a bit more difficult to learn not to use diapers anymore.

[@johnpagejr.7628]

Annelies Joss I agree with you. None of us are perfect but we must continue to do our best and this family in my view is doing exactly that. I admire them greatly.

[@Innerspace100]

"If anyone criticizes you for this, they have bigger problems" Yes. Either that, or they chose to overlook the fact that sometimes, circumstances in real day-to-day life will eventually call for some compromises. They've got the sheep, and they need to be fed through winter. Simple as that. And if last summer's hay yield was bad for them, what were they supposed to do, right? The ones who critisize them for this should try to walk in their shoes for a whole winter... Bet that would shut them right up(!).

[@anneliesjoss]

@@Innerspace100 exactly! 👍🏻

[@outdoorhannah]

I agree! No one is perfect, we all have stuff that is not perfectly sustainable.. change needs to happen in much bigger spaces!

[@suzannehebert2405]

Ivar is the luckiest of the boys. Living in this environment is simply fantastic for a child🇨🇦

[@7569mia]

Agreed! This is the normal way to raise kids!

[@kaykeelan3765]

Ivar is a great little boy - he loves to help out his mam and dad, and he does it with such a happy face!

[@kikicrete]

What strikes me about your regenerative homesteading is the constant challenges and problem solving in your daily life. You are both taking on multiple projects, doing things for the first time. And always approaching each task with a lot of thought and planning and ecological sensitivity to tread lightly on the earth, always thinking how it can be better, like what to do about the plastic around the bales of hay which you had to buy this year. Watching you both tackle each project is really inspiring and impressive and I appreciate the knowledge and experience you are sharing and your enthusiasm, dedication and humility. We seem to be living in an era where those who are genuinely trying alternatives get critiqued by "keyboard warriors" but it doesn't matter in the end, because what you're doing is real and meaningful and the appreciation and positive comments here far outweigh the unfair criticism anyhow. . Can I say I just love seeing your place in snow! The drone footage, walks in the forest and Ivar enjoying himself and helping out as soon as he could walk it seems! What a wonderful life for a child. Wishing you the best result possible for your floorboards. How amazing to source and mill your own timber! Bravo! With Love from Greece.

[@LisaGriffiths460]

The respectful way you live with nature is something to be proud of, if once in a while you have to use items (plastic) and such, it's because you really didn't have another choice. You shouldn't beat yourselves up. we should all be doing our best to follow in your footsteps. Ivar is such a delight, blessings to you all x

[@talegunrdav]

If using a few round bales get you closer to your goal of someday being 100% regenerative then there’s nothing wrong with that.

[@lorettamiranda4050]

Ivar is growing up so fast, I can't believe he's running , and helping Mom with chores already. God bless him!

[@azambresonia5056]

Das wertvollste was man einen Kind schenken kann...Liebe und die Natur..

[@outdoorhannah]

Stimmt. Das wichtigste

[@marieleopold1625]

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY ! BEAUTIFUL LIFE !!! Thank-you so very much for sharing your time/talents with us. Lovely filmography and music selections Matthias! Please do not knock yourself for not getting things done. You have MUCH to occupy yourselves with as a family. I am happy that you have the opportunity of a sawmill for your wood needs...this alone is a great assistance for you. It is always nicer to do the work yourselves rather than buy it from another. It will make your house a 'home', with little imperfections here and there. Even the rich do not have the best in craftsmanship many times. As for the plastic bales...as soon as I saw them I thought; 'Matthias will not like having them in plastic, to be sure.' We have to learn 'better ways' and this is not always done quickly. It will come. I often think of your little family and pray for you...an ol' grandma in QC Canada. Take care and God Bless!

[@Talasbuan]

Thank you so much Marie for your kind words ♡

[@heilamessy]

Ivar is so cute. those rosy cheeks, blue eyes and his smile are so beautiful. May he always be healthy and happy.

[@ChristineKjaer]

I can’t sleep, so it was perfect with a calming Talasbuan video ☺️❤️ So good to see you guys 🙏 Thanks for another cozy look into your world.

[@Talasbuan]

♡

[@Denisejohn65NailEd]

Whenever I see a notification of a video from you I find a good quiet time and get all comfy and watch your videos . I truly love them ! I bet Ivar sleeps good with all his walking in the deep snow . Did you ever think of using a power saw to cut that hay bale ? Just an idea . Don’t worry about what people think of the plastic on the hay . It’s not their business or life . One more thing …. and I don’t want to seem like a Mother Hen , but you need protective eyewear when you cut the wood on that saw . Anyway , much love to you all and your extended families ❤️❤️

[@outdoorhannah]

I thought the same with the eyewear :D but I guess it's swedish style? :)

[@cabanhagandhi2543]

Looking at Mathias, I thought the same with the power saw to cut the my hay bales 😊😊

[@christinep1679]

What a great video! All three of you are very hard workers. Matias, you are so smart and not afraid to take on tasks that you have never done before. Many things that are new to us seem difficult. Please don't be hard on yourself! You have many talents and are learning more. Ivar is so beautiful with his red cheeks and sweet laugh. And Tuva, you are always working and helping. Love you all! 😉🇺🇸

[@loriwilliams2167]

I totally understand and agree with what you mean about people's comments, feeling threatened, etc. I am very impressed with and admire the way you live your life. You are doing wonderful things and I have learned so much from you. Ivar is growing so fast and will be a great helper! Love from the U.S ❤

[@cathelinam9064]

Baby's laughter puts a joyful feeling in my heart. Love seeing your life's journey.

[@pinkpie8365]

Mathias, Regarding making the floorboards level, do not worry too much about milling the rough boards exactly to the same thickness. The rough boards will contract at different rates, warp and twist as wet wood does. Let them dry and do their thing. You do not have to spend a fortune on a surface planer. You do not have to hand plane all the boards down to a constant thickness. According to the book, "The Woodwright's Workbook", by Roy Underhill, I quote page 228: "Because the original building was built in four stages during the war, we devised numerous details to indicate the different periods of construction. The sawn-through brace and empty mortices of removed walls would be easy to spot, but one of the more subtle distinguishing features was the method used to "gauge in" the flooring. To lay a level floor of hand-sawn boards of uneven thickness, they must be adzed to the thickness of the thinnest board wherever they cross joists. [Only where they cross the joists.] This leaves the top surface level and lets the "fat" hang down below. To guide the adzing, there are three common ways of gauging the boards. The first method uses a carpenter's gauge and a rabbet plane to establish the guidelines for the adze. We used the other two methods, one in each of the two shops with upper floors. The first shop floor was gauged in the English manner, using a sash fillister plane to cut a small rabbet at a constant width from what would be the upper surface. For the second shop floor, we used a method we found in Southampton County, Virginia. We first scratched the constant line with a marking gauge and then drawknifed a bevel down to the line." The photographs show the bottom side of the floorboard scalloped out with the adze just where the floorboard crosses the floor joist. By the way, next page explains how to "spring" the floorboards really tight when installed. Mathias, I am convinced that the floor will turn out beautiful and level. Best regards, Robert

[@Talasbuan]

Thank you!

[@lindakrieger6667]

We love how you teach Ivar how to work on the farm. He is so healthy and beautiful. Great job you two!❤️

[@mbsbrown7838]

I was just thinking he is one of the luckiest little boys in the world, parents teaching him skills that he will need, he is learning that you have to work for what you need and want, and 2 very loving parents to guide him on his path through life.

[@1coonoe]

Wow!! Finland Gold in ice hockey ….. way to go !!!!

[@lpgirl]

I love the way you work together so well. Even little Ivor is learning to be a big help. Wonderful family!

[@hydeedanao781]

Little helper Ivar really make me smile ! Thank you for share life with us !

[@paulgallop2643]

Your existence alone will result in some sort of action/reaction in the cosmos. "Get over it". Your enjoyment of life is essential to existence. Love what you do and believe that I am so grateful for your project. Cheers!

[@StarGapFarm]

To those that try and "shame" this lovely family about not living sustainably - you were able to watch this video because of unsustainable electricity (youtube servers, your laptop/phone). You self-righteous people sit around in your unsustainably produced and delivered pajamas and try to shame this beautiful family in their courage to take the thousand steps they have to undo their western programming to learn a wholesome way of existence and you are not willing to take even one step. Shake it off Mathias, Tova and Ivar. You are beautiful. You are an inspiration. Keep on keeping on.

[@bobbiejay2085]

It's hard to bring in foreign materials such as plastics when one's lifestyle is so sustainable. However the small intrusion will eventually be a thing of the past for you. It's ok. Happens to me in my city living. I do my best and right now have an 80/20 mindset for my peace of mind and environment. Those bringing up your 'failings' in their eyes are nowhere near where you are. Detractors see the world through negative filters ... and that's not healthy for any of us. 'Let no man judge another.' Your endeavours are rewarding and soothing to those of us who appreciate your choices. Love your heavy floorboards ... living with them once laid will be so rewarding. Ivar is just adorable ... and you are wonderful parents. Everything you do is magic 🤍

[@northerndreamcanada]

The floor will be unique and wonderful. Even if it ends up a little 'rustic'. Your videos bring me some much needed peace and sanity. From the bottom of my heart; THANK YOU

[@Talasbuan]

Thank you! Yes! We're aiming for rustic :) The unevenness would not be bothersome for me unless I suspect that it will make it more difficult with the tongue and groove when it is time for that.

[@northerndreamcanada]

@@Talasbuan Oh yes of course, the tongue and groove... not an easy task, I don't envy you :-). I just want to tell you that my 3 year old daughter loves your videos. We don't have TV and most kids stuff on youtube is terrible, but I am happy for her to watch your videos so now and then. I must say, she couldn't care less about uneven floorboards or the decision making process of your new windows though :-).. but anything nature, Ivar and animals, she absolutely adores! If you ever decide to do a compilation video of previous videos with just nature, birds, animals and Ivar with the usual beautiful music, I am sure parents worldwide will love you for it. There is so little real child friendly content available these days. Not trying to tell you what to do, just putting it out there. :-). Much love from our family to yours from the Canadian prairies where it's -40 at the moment. One day we will have our own little piece of heaven in nature and your videos really help keeping that dream alive, so again. thanks for doing what you do, you two are such an inspiration. ps. don't feel like you have to reply, I know you are crazy busy and have a gazillion people messaging you :)

[@Talasbuan]

@@northerndreamcanada Such a video have been in our minds for a while. So some day it will be made, we have saved all the raw footage from our episodes, so it is just a matter of finding it all and compiling it... It is a big project with terabytes of data, but some day :) Tova is working on a drone "meditation" video at the moment with all the flights i have done since I built my own. /Mathias

[@logoseven3365]

I don’t know your board width is but a portable planer should even them out. As to the edge, routing a tongue and groove on the edge with a router should be simple. Sorry I’m on the wrong side of the Atlantic to physically help. Best of luck!

[@tararead4670]

possibly to be able to watch tongue and groove videos? I think a heavy duty router and such is much cheaper than the beautiful floor you will have. And there are rugs for trippy spots! when we raised cattle we used smaller bales and put them uncovered into barns. as long as the hay was cut dry. There is nothing worse than opening your back door and smell that oder of hay burning from the inside out in your barn

[@ThrashingBuddha]

Spruce flooring, ha? That's gonna smell delightful! And keep on smelling delightful!

[@valerieholdren-soapundergr7718]

I'm so happy to be a part of your journey. I love watching Ivar process all that you tell him. I can see in his eyes how he's trying to figure everything out. This world needs more of you all!

[@AslansAngel1]

Little Ivar "helping" with the bale of hay and imitating his dad just melts my heart. So sweet. He's learning. So smart and observant.

[@LV12800]

I always love and am enchanted with your videos - which are some of the best I've seen on youtube, but little Ivar has captured my heart. This little boy is definitely the star of the show...he brings a whole other dimension to your lifestyle. Words like adorable and captivating and joyous don't do him justice, and he is such a treat for us to watch. To watch his life develop and grow along with your whole family on your homestead will bring such comfort and joy to us viewers. Thank you for sharing your lives with us, it's a real enrichment, and may you continue to prosper and become stronger and wiser despite all the challenges you have.❤

[@johnwest9577]

You are NOT a hypocrite! We see your heart for the natural environment and you are (and will) figure out how to use less plastic, etc. You only have 24 hours a day and you have so much to do. Your son mimics his parents and already know how to work in his own way - what an encouragement to see the next generation embrace the appreciation of nature and the importance of family.

[@mihaelabujoi6372]

I truly admire your courage for living in accordance with your heart, no matter how hard it is. Your way of life and the lovely videos that document it are an inspiration and pleasure to watch. Matthias, you are a very talented filmmaker, you manage to capture such beauty in your videos, i am truly grateful for your work.

[@kristelverplaetse8583]

Its better to do something....than to do nothing....dont let the critics come to your heart....you doing well in the best ways en sources you have..

[@jolantakozakiewicz1654]

Superb videography and wholesome content ! Thank you 🙏 Greetings from snowy Pennsylvania.

[@marnaday4596]

Sometimes I look at your son and I see you. Sometimes I see your lovely wife! Funny how they change so much. FYI, we have plastic on our hay as well. That’s just the way the farmer’s prepare it. We’re working on a way to provide ourselves with small square bales this year. Little steps, friend. We’ll be sustainable soon!

[@desertrose2059]

This is real living- a child enjoying and learning about life and the world and not being stuck in front of the tv while parents work. It's a quality of life that has been lost with most modern families. Great job you are doing!

[@beckylby1953]

Those sweet little rosy cheeks & Ivar’s laughter makes my day in Ohio! Blessings to you all!

[@smitabhardwaj3219]

😍lovely Ivar is growing tall n learning from mom and from mother nature he will become a kind and strong man enjoy each moment of parenting 💙❤😊

[@janwilson1497]

What a beautiful forest. It reminds me again how beautiful our Earth is. Thank you for sharing the sweetness of Ivar with us.

[@cjtn1746]

He's getting to that fun age, where Daddy is finally noticed! Building a family and a wholesome life is important. Keep well let's just say "trucking". Thanks for another wonderful glimpse into your lives.

[@MsMiaMilene]

Thank you so much for this video, especially to see Ivar. It reminds me of when my 2 sons were small, we lived in a cottage in forest of Värmland. To see such a healthy little boy is a pure pleasure, he looks so proud when he gets to help you. Our children were also helping us and were also so free there in the forest. When children have parents who are more aware in the moment children gets to be both free and involved in daily life. Makes such good humans! My boys are now 18 and 14 🤗! An applouge for your good parentwork 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@alliemackenzie1575]

I love when you show practical how-to stuff like chopping the hay bale in half!

[@margaretcooke7016]

Your little son is growing quickly. He has such a wonderful environment to grow up in. Also he is already willingly trying to help and enjoying it. He also loves to explore. Happy to see there is progress towards your new Cabin. The Scenery is always so beautiful and peaceful ly relaxing. Thank you for sharing.

[@clh476]

No worries, I am sure your critics are just lazy-bored people hiding behind a faceless keyboard. Critics are people who have no genuine work ethic or life plan like you folks so they can offer no help but rather try to pass along their life of sourness to discourage others. You have an awesome channel and I love to watch the beauty of family, farming, building whatever you decide to share! Always a delight

[@jerrielindsey5939]

Delightful to see Ivar growing up, helping out. Love his laugh. We are all doing the best we can. Making the best choices we can for each situation.

[@FlyGuy457]

It's more important that you recognize the impact than it is to recognize negative comments. You are carving out a beautiful life, don't let us deter you. Keep moving forward with as much grace and love as you can and we all benefit from watching it unfold. The negative comments, are simple comments, nothing more. They make a wooden plane to both puts a groove and tongue in the boards. May I suggest when you are cutting the boards, you need to put in a shim every foot or you are consistently cutting on an uneven surface as the saw cuts and removes wood.

[@moniquevelasco20]

I’m sure the floors will look amazing once they’re finished.

[@Amanda-jd8xs]

The term for items fitting against each other without gaps is 'flush'. It is nice to see folks trying to make a difference. We are all disappointed by the plastic in our lives I think. But we keep trying.

[@glenfredlund7679]

On winter feeding of your animals -- you cannot let perfect become the enemy of good. You do what you can, in the most sustainable way available in your situation. You are doing good in the world.

[@basutcliffe5946]

“You cannot let perfect become the enemy of the good” I LOVE this!

[@laurelstieg9375]

Dude,,,you have to be the strongest skinny guy in the northwoods..where is your helper.?? My back was hurting just watching..👍😊💪💪

[@LisaVesander.Creative]

Until there is a better solution to plastic, what you are doing is acceptable. But I also look at this, ultimately, whatever we manufacture is from this world. I love your honesty and your family are beautiful don't sweat the small stuff... block out the bs!

[@cyndylee544]

I think that you trying to do things in a careful and sustainable way, as much as possible is a good thing. It is very difficult to do everything that way, but you do the best you can and as much as you are able. Every little bit helps. I live in a small town and I recycle what I can of the things we use; however, not everyone does that. So I do the best I can where I am. We also try to reuse things for other purposes. If everyone does what they can, then I think the world is still better. Don't worry about the negative things people say. Only look at the things that will be a help to you and don't worry about the rest. I love watching your videos and you and your wife have a lot of hard work and things to do every day. I love watching your little boy growing up as well. You have a lovely family!

[@blandinelosson1538]

j'Adore cette petite fille qui sourit toujours ,bravo le parents!!!!! 😃😃😃😄😄😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@dickybirdsnest]

Walking around in the woods and all that fresh air will surely tire him for a nice nap. A little uneven floor boards in a log home are to be expected. Oh and Ivar has sweet little giggles. Potty training is hard

[@Talasbuan]

Yes! The knowledge that they used axes to produce floorboards before the saw makes me continue with this even though it does not work the way I want it to :)

[@EagleArrow]

Ivar is so joyful helping his Momma. Start them young! Enjoy every moment! 💚

[@dianethompson2458]

You are doing such a good job with Ivar. I loved seeing him walk up that slope by himself. He has very good self confidence.Ignore the critics. The people who matter dont mind and the people who mind dont matter. Those floorboards are very good. The cabin will be beautiful when it is done. Thanks for sharing this video with us.

[@mariettehamel12358]

Your little boy oozes joy and serenity at the same time... Love him 💖 and he is becoming more "self-conscious", especially in front of the camera 😄

[@appleyard6710]

Cutting the boards as you are is called cutting through & through and is prone to getting variations in the boards. The alternative milling technique called "boxing the heart" destresses the log as it is milled - taking a board off one side turning 90deg. then another board and so on (always turning in same direction). This doesn't produce as wide boards but they tend to be straighter & more uniform. You end up boxing out the heartwood - which as you rightly say is the most stressed part of the tree. I used to run a Lumbermate mobile sawmill - a fantastic bandsaw mill. We have our self built timber/hemp house full of beautiful ash doors & floor, all made from local logs we fell, milled, dried, then machined and constructed the carpentry. I first started off milling with a very crude chainsaw mill and had all the problems you are experiencing. But created a beautiful floor for a little office space by laying the rough, uneven chainsaw milled boards, then used an industrial floor sander with very course grit sand paper to level off the surface. Worked a treat but was hard work and needs electricity to run the floor sander. Getting boards planed up by someone local could be a better way for you? Patience, persistent & perseverance pays off. Very best wishes from UK

[@Talasbuan]

Thank you so much for this comment! I suspected that the method of making the first cut that way and the tension in the wood had something to do with my problems. /Mathias

[@sedumplant]

You are trying so hard to live in a sustainable way. Keep on doing your best. I am proud to be one of your patreon donors!

[@bethanderson2940]

How lovely it is seeing the world through your eyes. Thank YOU. 🙏🏼

[@belindawalker3120]

Aah you and your little family hard at work I see, always busy and something to see and do on your farm. Little Ivar is so cute with his rosy cheeks. I am sure that the floor boards will be just right, well done on all your hard work you will see it payoff. Do not worry about the critics, until such time as that they can walk in your shoes and do what you do then they can moan. the forest was looking very pretty with the green growth on the trees and the moss on the ground, but im sure that is all covered again with more snow. keep safe, happy and healthy.

[@caylor1123]

Ivar is so adorable. Love watching him grow.

[@Maggie-eo3rd]

Love you guys and all you do!God Bless and be Safe!! 💜🙏🤗💜🙏🤗💜

[@sowdelighted6406]

Thank you SO much Ivar, Tova and Mathias!! Your videos tickle my eyeballs and nourish my soul . You have helped me to slow down even more and to appreciate the journey itself. The process. The details. The Now. Keep up the inspiring, amazing work. I honestly can't get enough;) Sending huge, positive vibes from my farm here in Sugar Notch, PA, USA to the deep forests of Northern Sweden! Pura Vida!

[@adrianavu8073]

The floor will be wonderful! Thank you for all those videos! After a long day at work these videos bring me peace and joy! Keep up the good work, you are a beautiful family! My family and I appreciate your relationship with the nature.

[@susanbarganier2282]

Thank you for your quiet, real, gentle, beautiful videos. Thank you for your honesty.

[@hornakmarla3586]

Ivar is so happy to help. You are raising a beautiful soul

[@allytay208]

I really enjoy watching your videos. So peaceful. And admire the way you live. No need to explain the plastic on your round bales. Your obligation is to those animals and it it happens you have to do something differently at times, at least your making an impact with what you do accomplish. I really hope to get back to Finland and also visit my cousins in Sweden. My maiden name is Forsander. Maybe you’ve heard that last name? It was really hard growing up with a different last name and not understand where I came from. We have a family home in Terjarve called Lillikakas. The home was built 380 years ago and still in my family. Maybe someday I’ll get to live there.

[@kateyshaw7295]

hi there from England , you both are amazing you work so hard and l love how you work things out to explain to people the way forward with all your projects ..may you both always enjoy what you are doing ******

[@lindaintexas1145]

Watching Ivar's delight with his little world is pure heaven.

[@isnoo1]

I love your videos.... thank you for sharing with us!

[@serenitypowers]

Your son is adorable and courageous at his tender age. I'm here for him. He makes me have this feeling of being a child again. He's independent. no matter how many times he falls he wakes up and keep moving without crying or asking for hug. May God bless your wife and you with lots of strength. 🙌🙏🙌

[@edethabalaba655]

Ivar is growing faster he injoy playing the snow ivery day bless your family always keep safe always

[@margaretcooke7016]

Ivar is a joy to watch. He just loves the Snow.he is so Happy. Glad to see there is progress on the Cabin

[@berklia]

All three of you are great inspiration for people around the world trying to live a more sustainable life. Have you ever considered a winter vacation in a different environment just for fun? I may be crazy, but think it would be interesting to see you switch places with Alana Blanchard's family or Sailing La Vagabonde's family for a couple weeks during the winter... I think those families (also with little children) could handle the Swedish chores with a few days of lessons from you. It would be amazing to see your family enjoying a tropical place - or a beautiful warmer place that's not humid - like near the giant redwoods on the Northern California coastline. It might be an amazing experience to walk through forests containing the largest trees in the world near the ocean. I hope you are able to experience this one day & still keep teaching us about your incredible way of life in your beautiful forests of Sweden. I didn't know how beautiful scandinavia was until I saw your videos. Thank you for your videos - I wouldn't miss even one!

[@Talasbuan]

hmm to change places with some other youtubers would be interesting indeed :)

[@caroledn]

Adorable Ivar!! ❤️ Your milled boards will be great. They will have your personal touch...better than any perfection.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Your family is amazing craftsman! You do a great job! The baby man is precious! Don’t think twice about what people say! Thank you for sharing!

[@jeanamedina5107]

Don’t beat yourself up for not being perfect. No one is . As long as you keep trying to live sustainable, you’re doing better than than most humans. Keep going and love from the heartland in the US!

[@cheifcreekturtle]

He is helping mommy carry the wood, how precious! So happy! ☺️

[@rhondaguthrie5539]

I was watching a prior episode. You had cut down your trees during the waining moon. There is actually an interesting article in the Annals of Botany 2018. Are there tides in trees. It covers the lunar effect on trees and moisture levels. Folklore usually has its roots in observable fact. It may get twisted or distorted over the years, but I am sure that lumberjacks over the centuries have see a difference in the harvested wood. Weather it be a more flexible or brittle timber related to the sap levels. Very interesting. Love your vlogs. Caught one by chance and have now started from the beginning. Great to get to know you and your family. Don't discount the knowledge that you are acquiring. I have seen people make the same mistakes year after year on their farms. You are learning from your mistakes and you make corrections. Congratulations! Keep up the good work. Greetings from Marlow, Oklahoma in the USA

[@joycesharp3783]

Love little Ivar! Such a cutie! Live the way that brings you joy and just ignore the rude comments. You have a wonderful family and you are an inspiration to us all! We love your beautiful videos and amazing drone footage. 💗

[@pirjokarjalainen9724]

Oi Ivar,olet syntynyt onnellisten tähtien alla ♥️ Ivarin ihana hymy saa minutkin hymyilemään♥️ Terveisiä Suomesta!

[@Turk-yv6un]

Love how happy Ivar is!! And what a little worker! He works right along side you both which is so endearing to me. 😊

[@mariannegjellesvik6995]

The simplicity and non-materialistic way of your ife is so beautiful. And Ivar and your relationship with him and with each other touches my heart. Nature is very important in my life. I wish you all the best. Marianne from Norway

[@pamelabrueckner5106]

God bless you. Your best critics are. The ones not brave enough. To walk in your footsteps. Love the traditions your teaching your children. I would be working beside you happily...minus 50 years off my age. You two are GREAt much love an elderly fan

[@kevintulak9987]

My father in law gave a bunch of wood he got from the mill he worked at that had gone through the planer wrong so it had varied thickness. I bought a thickness planer and used that to even it out to make my flooring. Worked great and I still use the planer. I also picked up a dado blade for my table saw to make my tongue and grooves. It was way cheaper than buying flooring and looks great 30 years later. Good luck.

[@litaheffley6990]

Oh god what an amazing 👏 awesome 👌 little man

[@annietriesthings]

I wouldn't worry too much about comments about doing contradictory things (like using the plastic). Because whenever you put yourself out there in the world, like through KZbin, you will always get people that want to take you down a notch. Always. You guys are doing a great job out there!

[@lorenewagner3375]

What a wonderful video! The most beautiful music in the world is a childs laughter! I hope the situation with your floors will be solved soon. Thank you for this video of love, difficulty, and love. Ivar will get it figured out soon.

[@donnawebb6057]

Ivar is so adorable and loving the beautiful nature around him.

[@melindataljaard2753]

Hi we missing you so much. Please come back with the videos🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gogr2409]

It’s a joy to watch your precious Ivar imitating you chopping and being part of the team. 💙💙💙

[@rsoubiea]

those planks or boards are beautiful wood! I'm sure you will figure it out to your satisfaction and you will have beautiful floors someday. 💜✌🏼

[@lidiahumble9177]

🥳 Wonderful seeing you all... and Ivar brings an added Joy to us. Thank you for sharing with us, your life. Love and prayer hugs. Glad to see you'll are well. 🤗 💖

[@rpeters8529]

Screw the critics! Each step you take closer to your goal is worth it and buying your hay from someone who has wrapped it and is close by is less an issue than the items people buy every day that are wrapped in plastic and packed in sets in boxes then in cartons then on palettes then wrapped again packed in shipping containers and shipped half way at round the globe in diesel driven ships and then delivery vans stacked on shelves in supermarkets running lights and heating for people and freezers for foods - unlike so many you are aware off providence and supply chain so try make the best use of that extra material afterwards and give it further purpose stretch it as far as it can go… but do not worry for this small concession. I love your movies and in particular the Xmas ‘specials’ much love and respect to you & your young family and the journey you are taking it’s inspirational & it’s a joy to watch - thank you. X

[@marryfashion6881]

Very cute child. Very very cute baby. I'm very fond of children. Thank you so much for sharing dear.👍👌

[@somethingsmatter]

I have often seen farmers make hay bales but I never saw them being opened! It’s fascinating. Nothing wrong with using them, you are living much more sustainably than everyone else I know. Ivar is adorable!

[@lyric8006]

Ivar wants to help and be a part of everything. So precious.

[@davidremmenga9668]

IVAR IS ADORABLE. OH MY GOODNESS WHAT A CUTIE PIE. HE'S SO HAPPY AND LOVES HIS PARENTS. YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR VIDEOS. GOD BLESS!

[@altavanderwesthuizen1472]

WOW WOW WOW!!!!! SIMPLY OUTSTANDING. LOVE. South- Africa 💯❤❤❤