THE FARMHOUSE. Chickens get a roost. Workshop. Chunk the dog. Warmer weather. Farmhouse cooking.

[@daleramage7389]

What a view out that large window,now thats a workshop . A view to die for ,workshop is really coming along nicely. I'd never be in the house. What a transformation.

[@wrefordjones4021]

Joe /Melissa, Chunky is my kind of dog. Rottweiler beautiful strong hound and so protective. Also a good family addition. My Rottie used to run around the yard with half a building brick in his mouth. I wish you many years of happiness with your new addition.

[@Markam248]

CHUNK is one handsome boy. they are great dogs.

[@jeffjohansen4945]

Great light above the workbench Joe

[@thizizliz]

Lots of good stuff done. Chunk us a great name. I hope the training works out for him. Lots for him to learn.

[@beaandmaddy6623]

Hello Joe and Melissa.....As usual, enjoyed your video and thank you both for doing them. As for a few of the "ignorant" comments people make, you always "sock it to them" and put them in their place; however, if I were you, I wouldn't even waste your precious time answering them. Amazing to me all that you do and the few that have ignorant and disrespectful comments probably are unhappy and lazy people who have nothing better to do with their lives. They don't deserve a reply at all. Keep your great videos coming, we thoroughly love them and know how much work you do to make them happen, besides your regular job and all your work at the Farmhouse. Your love for your animals also shows what loving and caring people you are. Bless you both.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Thank you. You would be surprised how many just get deleted that I do not bother with.

[@loritanner4478]

Those people with nothing nice to say. Are probably just jealous about how much you accomplish. I just am impressed and tired watching you. Would like to syphon off just a little of your "get R done" to give my 61 year old hubby! LOL 😉 and a little to me too! 😁

[@131dyana]

Joanie knows right where to sit in the work shop she is so cute. chunky Bear is so neat to see.

[@chasviaud4123]

Joe, you're such a good hus-ife vacuuming, cleaning the dishes, cooking the meals and everything else around the houses. Melissa is a lucky lady to have you, keep her smiling & you'll have many years together. The new member of the family looks like a good guard dog when your not home protecting Melissa & the homestead. Love watching both of your vlogs, thanks Chas

[@johnyb9884]

Don’t be taken advantage of, Joe. I truly hope you are being appreciated.

[@jenniferpennock6574]

I had a rottie, she was the sweetest thing ever. Eventually he'll get it. I do believe spring is coming can't wait for the grass. Kansas has no snow this year but the wind is crisp and cold. God bless for saving that big boy.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

It is 11.2 below as I type this this morning but tomorrow afternoon it is suppose to be close to 40. I am so ready for spring.

[@vinnyc365]

Love that workshop.

[@canuckyank82]

Making progress. Great to see!

[@sylviabradley7355]

Rescues take a lot of patience, but worth it❤️ You’re doing a great job with Chunk.

[@jeanadamsick9854]

How nice to see a man that doesn't mind to vacuum & tiddy up. Plus you possess, tons of energy, KUDOS to you Joe!! The shop is coming together nicely.

[@staceykelly5343]

I love seeing your videos. As it makes me feel as though I'm right there with you..I dont get out much anymore. I'm an amputee lost my right leg last November 20th. So I'm glad you are doing this .and wanted to say stay safe and all with this virus going around and hope all people that have it up here on the iron range gets better and it dont make to bad in Aurora. God bless you and your family

[@-Loki--]

When Chunk meets Skunk, oh boy.

[@tommywilliams5450]

love the video Joe God bless and as always have a beautiful day

[@sandraleonard9969]

Love your show

[@stevebumstead9840]

It's great to see Joni and Chunk having a good time!

[@craigculver1933]

My wife Tina and I subscribed about a month ago, Really like the videos, We have watched all the play lists, Nice to see a good guy and girl living the American dream. Best wishes, Craig and Tina,

[@giselecontassotdesayvre8090]

Bonjour monsieur, vous allez bien ?...vous avez un très grand espace atelier..sympa...chiens..chats..poules.. toujours occupé...un homme heureux 🙂

[@brianloughary2521]

Love the videos and the dogs.

[@barnzs98]

Beautiful German Rottweiler.! 👍

[@jimtoth5412]

Thank you for another great video and update. Take care Joe and Melissa.

[@marygordon3032]

Chunky Bear is cool 😎👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@donnab8010]

Awwww. What a treat for us to see Jonnie and Chunk playing. It was also good to see Chunk have some freedom. He behaves well - when you asked him to 'come here' - he did immediately. Awesome. I think a few' NOs' and chunk will get the message cats are to be left alone ( hopefully ).TFS

[@Joe-hc8rd]

Great video Joe we have been watching them for a for a couple years now! and we Look So forward to each one! love the way you two care for Your animals you can tell they are very happy and content! thanks again Joe & Kelly

[@mircat28]

Chunky Bear or Chunk sounds very fun and fitting!😊

[@MissBecky1968]

It's so good seeing Chunky Bear settling in, he's gonna be a great addition to your family and It's gonna be fun watching him in the videos.

[@that_chicnic9645]

I feel like I am related lol! Star trekkie, cleanliness, love for deers, cats and dogs, cooking and projects! LOL my dream parents!

[@suannedorman621]

Awe, I like Chunky Bear. And I think that's the happiest I've seen Joanie in a while. They play together well. I'm surprised the rescue didn't test him to see whether or not he would get along with cats. Hopefully you can break Chunk of that. The food looked delishious. I did watch Melissa make the jambalaya, the whole time making a mental note of the ingredients I have on hand and what I need to get. Thanks for sharing.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Thank you. The rescue we got Chunk from ONLY deals in Rototillers. No other animals. That is probably why he was not cat tested.

[@leekillman802]

This was the fastest 41 minutes I can remember. All of the videos from every channel end way to soon and that is a credit to you and Melissa. Thanks for telling your story and sharing it with all of us.

[@tommygunz8692]

You not kiddin Chunk is a beast...That’s one solid Dog

[@jerryhaun5994]

I've always loved the winter over summer,but at 51 I have to admit I feel it more each year. Ready for spring also. Thanks for the videos

[@mmoats4294]

Enjoyed the video. Keep them coming!

[@cherylt8590]

Awesome video Joe ,loved it Chunk in all😆👍😊...

[@shawnleeriley2726]

really miss your videos. Chunk is a big boy and hope he gets better with the cats.

[@carrieg.6676]

Enjoy watching you organize your workshop. Kind of jealous. Really would like to have a place like that to do projects in. Chuck is a big boy. Glad he and Joanie get along. Enjoy your life with them.

[@gregoryb7485]

I love the vids , love the content , so glad I live in the south

[@lisabruce5181]

Hey Joe, you need to find Chunk a loveseat for the workshop! 😁

[@johnshambarger4113]

Great name for your dog.

[@erraticrockacres4798]

Chunky doin good with Joanie is nice to see 👍!

[@bryanlake3539]

37 heat wave ! love your videos Joe

[@mikeethridge7240]

Watch all y’all’s vids . Love Melissa’s cooking vids. Been a subscriber couple yrs now. I love the tent vids also. Glad to see your dad is doing well. He’s a heck of a woodcrafter. Thanks for all your vids . Stay safe and warm

[@davep5972]

Hey Joe thanks for sharing I always look forward to these videos. And it’s great to see chunk settling in and Joanne looks so happy too

[@frankcurley]

Takes time to get the shop how you like...and it's a work in progress. That's the enjoyment though isn't it. Puttering about out in the shop. My favourite activity.

[@carolinenagy5009]

Hey joe cant wait to see big chunk out at the Tent he will love it out their!!

[@goodcitizen5344]

I enjoy your videos !! Keep em coming

[@thelwell256]

Fabulous video. I really enjoyed watching Joni playing with that big stud Chunky her new partner/friend.

[@astheroostercrows6435]

Isn't he such a stud muffin? lol

[@thelwell256]

@@astheroostercrows6435 Indeed he is.

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

My Beagle was very good natured & strong enough to break a cow chain. Chunky Bear looks like he'll turn out to be a gentle giant. A protective one at that!

[@frank_III]

Sweeky snow love it...Michigan

[@bobbydelhaye2326]

Joe, your workshop is really coming along nicely. Love all the supplies and storage organization. Nice to see the dogs in there too! Keep the videos coming, you do a great job!

[@jefflink4671]

Chunky bear is going to love those yard birds this summer. Wood bin Joe, small project to whip out,then jack hammer that curb out.

[@YaYaLee]

Joanie seems a lot happier now that she has Chunk to hang out with 🐾

[@edwillett1358]

I like those big windows in your shop, your not prisoner in your shop. I'll bet you see a lot of wild life as well. 73 Ed

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

I like the feeling that Melissa has a better security system now when you are away Joe.

[@jodiebennett1719]

We have a seven month old black mouth cur from the rescue shelter, he has torn up everything within twenty minutes of getting toys. He's a good boy and has complimented our lab Shepard mix rescue from the city pound in getting more exercise. Love your channels.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good video Joe and Melissa, enjoyed your time in the north. Good luck with Chunk, don’t know what to tell you ! Shop is looking good and really liked Melissa’s videos on her channel. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@IRLIZIGGY]

Hi Joe. Been watching you for a long time. I’m 28 and I just lost my dad to cancer. The day you posted this video we were in the ER because he had internal bleeding. We brought him home Friday the 28th with a life expectancies of 2-3 weeks. 24 hours later he was gone. I’m in the central time zone so it’s currently 12:17am 3/3. I don’t tell you this for sympathy, I’m telling you this so I can say thank you. When the days done and I’m laying in bed that’s when the mind starts to wander. Thanks for continuing to post content for me and everyone else that finds there own relief in it. Thanks again and have a good one.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

I am so sorry to hear this. I thank you for the very nice comment and I pray for you and your family on your loss.

[@DuaneT64]

Thumbs up

[@richardbakewell3783]

Hi buddy it was so good to see u doing what u love doing best and that making great video I watch your video must say it was so good your work shop coming on so well keep up with the great work can't wait to see your next video

[@rodpasichnyk9140]

You gotta very nice place there, cheers!

[@tracymessineo4738]

Chunky Bear and the cats will get along eventually. Sometimes it just takes a month or so to change a behavior. Love the video. Many Blessings to you and the family.

[@A10TOES]

I had a Chow that lived with 2 inside cats but when she was outside, she wanted no neighbors cats in our yard.

[@ryangleghorn1049]

I really have to stop watching your videos at 11pm . That cooking that melissa does makes me want to cook and eat!

[@nelsonmcclure141]

In your workshop on the ceiling above the chairs I see a single light , a ceiling hugger ceiling fan would be great , circulate the heat from your stove... and chunk is a beautiful dog ! Love your videos !

[@NorthernSeclusion]

That is a great idea. Thank You.

[@jeffgannon1]

Good to see Chunk starting to wag his little stubby tail. Joni is loving having a buddy around. Spring is coming soon...I hope!

[@astheroostercrows6435]

She really is loving having him here! She was so sad after Nelly passed

[@marianfrances4959]

@@astheroostercrows6435 she was. And I loved how she glued herself to Joe !

[@richwicklund9001]

I love watching her boss Chunkie around! And he seems to take it.

[@autumnlawson4953]

Chunk is awesome, and Joanie seems happier now she has a friend to play with.

[@royhubbard6579]

Your lunch looked good enough to make it worth the drive from here (Augusta Ga.) to there to beg a plate of. it!!!!

[@Bex-rg8pj]

You will need a love seat in the workshop for chunk. Lol

[@colin8532]

Or a pull out sofabed lol

[@newt5694]

HI Joe. Cost of internet to watch your videos-= $90.00 month, cost of new tablet =$197.00, Cost of smiles and laughter watching you talk to the chickens and petting Joanie and Chunk=PRICELESS !!! Thank you. Your video made my day!

[@mamastarshine]

I was just recently binge watching Star trek tng. Great series!

[@briangrigutsbmgoutdoors7866]

Love the name!! You both are great. As well as the rest of the crew.

[@charlottebrooks6779]

I like watching you for the weather in Minnesota. It is drought like in Oakley Ca, 72 degrees.

[@cristobalpacheco4202]

Hope the Chunk works out! Sometimes these rescues are rescues for a reason, and sometimes it doesn’t work out, good luck!

[@NorthernSeclusion]

He will be fine. Chunk was in the rescue because he got hit by a car and had 6 broken ribs. The actual owner (after a month) showed up to claim him. After a certain amount of time the rescue has the right to say yes or no... They said no. Chunk is a very sweet dog. We got lucky because, what you said is correct.

[@cristobalpacheco4202]

NorthernSeclusion he is a beautiful dog! Thanks

[@robertulman9239]

Chunk reminds me of the 120 pound male Rottweiler I had many years ago...the funny thing is chunk has the same heart shape tan spot on his behind...my thor had the same thing...beautiful dog. Have a great day.

[@lutemule]

Melissa puts on a cooking show and Joe gets to eat it. What a deal! Chunk is young, he should fit in soon. Hope he doesn't mind the deer.

[@astheroostercrows6435]

I hope not too, I took him out this week and the deer were in the yard but he never saw them, he was too busy looking for cats

[@JohnnyTorontoEh]

Chunk is such a great addition to the family. Joanie really seems to love having a new companion around. Love the update Joe!!! We're ready for Spring here in Canada also. Brrrrrr

[@dianepuckett8790]

Melissa just a little story my daughters boss got a rotty puppy and always brought him to work he was gone most of the time and the dog stayed in her office well he became attached to her as he grew up he was very protective of her and when someone would come in her office he would get between her and the person and back her in the corner and then sit on her feet no one came into the office. So he will be a great protection

[@astheroostercrows6435]

so cute!

[@sandraleonard9969]

Love wood stoves the best heat I grew up with them

[@bdlien36]

Head to Clyde Iron Works for church on Sunday at 10 and stay for lunch after, it's amazing atmosphere and food

[@debbiemcclure2874]

I didn't realize how big Chunk really was until he tried to sit in that chair, lol. He's a big ole boy..I hope he learns to leave the kitties alone. Joanie is just a big ole babydoll. Great video Joe. Tyfs God bless you

[@kittymorse7402]

Good as always. Enjoyed it.

[@1mrtbone]

well done i love your videos you guys do eat well

[@readycool9600]

Chunk reminds me of my rottie Rocky. He was a big sweet baby who wouldn’t hurt a fly. I have faith that Chunk will come around and be a sweetheart with the cats. If not I have a cat free home in Alabama 😎😉 Melissas food looks scrumptious, will have to check out her channel.

[@carolynbotting8658]

Joe good job on the roosting bars, hopefully they,ll repay you with higher production!! Melissa thanks for the awesome recipes, can,t wait till you do a plant video

[@coleenhudson8924]

I got home late this afternoon after dog-sitting my friend's Pit Bull, Chico, for five days while she visited family and gambled in Arizona. I kid you not, he's more than twice the size of Chunk. I have never seen a Pit Bull that big. He's spoiled rotten. I had to give him "people food" mixed with his dog food every time he was hungry, and that was constant. Even ice cream! He's a whiner, as well. He wants to go in and out constantly, and last night, I left the front door open so I could get some rest. Whew, I was so glad to get home. This is not my first time, and I think I'm going to tell her next time that she's going to actually have to pay someone to do it for her. Much love to y'all from Florida. ♥️🎈♥️

[@pjbenne1]

The coop still needs Melissa’s touch curtains for laying boxes a big mirror walls painted lol you go melissa

[@evamaewalton5187]

i love your videos joe,regards to you and mellisa from lancashire uk....

[@astroman71]

One of my favourite things about your videos is the snow coupled with beautiful sunsets and sunrises but now the snow is retreating that means winter is soon coming to Australia. Yippee. Just to be clear I'm not a fan of summer. 😆 thanks for sharing Joe. 😊

[@andyfreer1343]

Nice name for your new dog 🐕

[@TomokosEnterprize]

Yup, , , he is a big fella. I love big dogs.

[@dawneckert6622]

Love the workshop. Organizing is my fave thing. I’m a bit ocd. Lol

[@DHarri9977]

Hey Joe, seeing the dogs playing in the shop made my day when the weather breaks they'll have the run of the yard/pasture. The food looked wonderful watched Melissa make it the other day you're a lucky man. Looking forward to spring I'm sure you'll have plenty to do can't wait to see what's next in the shop you've got a lot done in there.

[@gforcesg]

Great to see Chunk in the workshop !!! you need a bigger chair I think lol

[@astheroostercrows6435]

I think he needs a couch! LOL

[@nicolejanssens199]

Chunk is a hunter!

[@RailCityFishes]

Sloth loves chunk

[@Lizardjr1]

Goonies... Loved that movie back in the day.

[@Living-The-Dream]

Keep rubbing those sticks together........🔥🐾🐾🐾🐾👍🤠

[@steveglasco1904]

Good work weekend, and you had some great food

[@A10TOES]

Don't give up on Chunk, I adopted a dog that was 10 months old, it took her about 8 months to get use to my other 2 dogs & begin to fully trust me, now she is my 'shadow'. Chunk will settle in & be a good companion both to y'all & Joanie.. I know one thing, I sure wouldn't dare come around your place without phoning you first! LOL

[@sandraleonard9969]

Joanie loves you and seems just wants to be with you such a sweet dog

[@FrugalFarmerChannel]

I had a Rottweiler that was extremely intelligent but WAS NOT cat friendly. Thanks for sharing!

[@mso-ink]

I recently met a man who had moved from MN to CT and we talked briefly about the differences in winter-here vs there. I mentioned you, your channel and Cloquet when he quickly replied "Oh yeah, paper milling town. You can smell it in the air." I couldn't ever remember you mentioning or filming the mills before, and then you do in this video. Just struck me as interesting. Hopefully Chunk settles in and makes nice with the cats. He's probably gonna meet a whole slew of new animals in the oncoming seasons. Take care and thanks for sharing.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

It is weird because even as little as 20 years ago whenever you drove to Duluth and the wind was out of the west and you passed by Cloquet you could smell the paper plant. We have lived here a year and a half now and I have not once smelled it. I have also not smelled it while driving to Duluth on my way to The Tent. I wonder if they have switched the way they process it or something. I had forgot about that.