Just Pick A Fire

[@odestog8903]

Gonna start calling you the fireman Ben! 😉 But Ben, they're not fires! They are opportunities to grow your dreams, stepping Stones to fulfillment! We're behind you guys and appreciate the life lessons you teach us!

[@faithrada]

Like the sound of that.

[@jemmiestone5731]

You cleared a lot of space for the pigs. Good job getting the nesting boxes up. What a beautiful day. You all are doing great. God Bless Y'all.

[@heatherk8931]

Thanks for having us along!

[@nancycowan6109]

You’re a hard working guy, Ben. I love how you make strides at your own pace. It’ll get done. I realize that you refer to your future home as the mobile home. One day it’ll be your permanent home and what you’re living in now will rightfully be the mobile home. Thanks for sharing your journey with us, ❤️

[@Akforgetmenot]

You got it! Your right, just pick a fire! Your growing a homestead, growing a family, growing a relationship, growing a community and growing a KZbin channel!!!! That’s a lot!!! Don’t forget to look back and see how much you have accomplished and how far you have come!!! Thanks for taking the time to share!

[@maggiesue4825]

It's farm life. It's like cleaning a home. There's always something to do, and most of it is repetitive. I truly believe, though, that once you finish your home and get settled, you won't feel so pushed.

[@missdee827]

Doing homestead chores and projects is like threading beads on a string .... with no knot. Hang in there. You’re doing a fine job 👍🏼😄

[@loricoenen728]

Ben, I laughed when you jumped on the thing and rode it down the hill! Lol You guys are really making the Farm look good! Meg, I love your laugh!!! 😁

[@BirdYoumans]

There's three lists. The hastas, the oughstas and the wantstas. A little from each list each day gets a lot done.

[@kezzatries]

Ha ha straight out of the book of manage your time. Only more down to earth words and a lot simpler explanation. On y'a mate

[@margaretbedwell58]

You got so much done. The nesting boxes look great, I'm anxious to see if the ladies like their new digs. Maybe you could get the boys to build you a log bridge over your creek....wide enough and then some for the lawn tractor . Then you could bring the pigs their scraps etc. in the wagon behind it. Just a thought. Have a Blessed day.

[@lisabray8683]

with out a doubt one of the hardest working men ive ever seen , bless your heart hun

[@janeenbreyman212]

The boys will be happy to have more logs for their cabin!

[@karenzaller9659]

You’re doing the work the way Mike the Fit Farmer said you should. You both are staying active and fit! Goo for you!

[@theveggieboys]

This many members of the notification Gang! Thanks for inspiring me and my family to record our lives on the farm! 👇🏼

[@rustybell2722]

Glad to see your sons helping and learning how to do things from their dad. I helped my dad and learned SO much & still use those lessons every day even though he is not alive anymore.

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Enjoyed the content Ben. You did huge improvements for the chickens and for the pigs. You're moving forward every day. Take care and God Bless.

[@brianmiller4282]

I loved it when I changed to a roll out nest box, it keeps the eggs so much cleaner and prevents broken eggs because they can’t step on them

[@HanginOutWithStan]

Awesome! Great progress being made at the Hollar Homestead!!!

[@donnamays24]

One day at a time, one fire at a time...you guys are gettin it done! It’s great that you use what you have! Inspiring to watch! Love your vlogs! Be blessed y’all 🙏🏻💖

[@joypetitjean3538]

Awe Ben. You’re doin a great job. Bless your heart. Meg is a lucky lady.

[@rebeccawoodbixler9536]

You do what time and energy allows and sometimes you need a mental health day,too. 😊

[@east928]

Once again, just love hanging out with you guys.

[@dianebrezo3672]

Love seeing you and bringing us along on your journey. You are a hard worker. Keep up the good job!

[@davidj.mackinney6568]

Like the egg box installation. When Mike gave it to you I wondered what you would do with it, now I know.

[@joanneganon7157]

Hey Ben, thanks for taking us along. JO JO IN VT 💕,😊

[@janetwithers7427]

Hey, you got a lot done, New chicken nests, new paddock for the pigs. Lots of hard work. All looking great. :-)

[@MustangSally7259]

You are doing great on clearing land, love it!!

[@memawlisa]

I love the way you let the girls finish their business before you gave them new accommodations.

[@rickriley7018]

At3:32 you said " one thing after another".....that is the homesteaders lifestyle....You are doing Great just keep going, stop for a rest when you need it and you all will know when it is the time.

[@kittymorse7402]

Agree

[@susanknight8961]

That’s good advice for anyone, your just have to do!

[@gastanton1]

Glad you are posting again. Missed you

[@debbie2663]

Good job Ben , you got a lot done! 🙏❤️🙏

[@JackieGreen71]

Keep taking those breaks as needed. Nicer weather means more family time around the fire pit :) The projects will always be there, the list is forever. Shuffle the priorities as they come. Our bodies are the most important tool that we use, and it requires care and maintenance.

[@RAYOFSONLITE]

Do not down play the little things. Sometimes they are the most entertaining, enlightening and dream worthy. Like views of the countryside. How we deal with frustrations, and kids enjoying tge outdoors.👌👊👍

[@faithrada]

Could not agree more.. love being part of the action. The nitty gritty is where it's at. : )

[@lesleyharris3198]

Well said

[@kathygarber9407]

Y'all got this ....this being homesteading life ! We love you....be blessed !

[@NancyfromCanada]

Love the chicken set up! Great job you are going to have your trees cleared out before you know it! If it’s a nice day it’s so good to work outside! That’s why you work for your self! Cus Nancy from Canada

[@kimcritchfield5796]

My Sunday’s are finish up jobs too!! After church.

[@herringcover8410]

Kim Critchfield I like the “after church” nudge.

[@wandastevens3183]

@@herringcover8410 I like the "after church " too...its best...

[@diannemiller4754]

Love how your family pitched right in. Wonderful to see you guys getting so much done. I think your Change of plan was a good choice... enjoy the good weather.

[@wayneleamon3186]

Ben, you remind me of my older brother both in looks and stature. He could fix anything and was not afraid to tackle any problem. I once picked up an old riding mower that was just taking up space in an old neighbors yard. Took it to my brother and he had it running with 3 days.

[@Blessings.429]

You could do a little bridge over the creek, got plenty of trees.

[@MikeKrumbs]

Regarding the recent change in filming; great episode! I really enjoyed being taken along for the ride and seeing how priorities shifted. Excited to see more of your day to day in coming weeks Ben! Best wishes to the entire Hollar family

[@SewFrancine6120]

Sending you a huge virtual hug & lots of positive energy

[@lshaffer1980]

Sunday was so nice. Got in the ole behives.

[@abbiekaric8949]

I am always so impressed by you. You are so hardworking and such a good example for your sons. God bless you.

[@tracybruring8440]

YES you want that rolling thing with the eggs; when your chickens get older the shells get thinner; they break sometimes; i recommend you keep that slant

[@flyingpigpreserve8562]

Great Job. Your getting things done one day at a time. Always Love to see your accomplishments. God Bless and Peace Be With You All ☮️🙏❣️

[@patriciamorrisett7565]

Your dedication will reward you BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!!!

[@amyhendricks3627]

Feeling spoiled with another video so soon!! Thanks so much for taking us along. It was such a beautiful day with sooo much accomplished! Love the Cindy "Lopper" reference, and the little helping hands...and your little joy ride :) That "trimmer on steroids" really gets the job done! You've worked HARD! Have a terrific week Hollar's!!! See you next time

[@FeliciaCravens]

This is why I get in trouble, I go to TSC to look at small fluffy creatures.

[@pattycakes6636]

Thanks for taking us along. Patty

[@YolklahomaRocks]

Not every day on the homestead is fun or exciting but in those days there are moments when a lot of knowledge can be passed along. No one ever sees the bad days, the overwhelming days, the "what next" or "what was I thinking" days..and my favorite "nothing is cooperating today"! So baby peeps, view of the countryside, clearing land while using protective gear, repurposing nesting boxes and cardboard, riding a cart down the hill and just explaining that even your to do list is fluid because of weather. Great video...this is vlogging! 👍✋😊❤🙏

[@histarfish]

Great vlog. Loved spending the day with you!

[@sovereigns1grace]

Good thing Meg didn't make the trip to get feed. You'd have a bunch more baby birds! LOL. You know ... Good thing about all them fires? They're YOUR fires and not someone else's! Thanks for taking us along on your day :D

[@BiterAvid]

I enjoyed this new type of video. Thanks so much for it. I even liked going to the store with you. A nice productive couple of days. Love yall.

[@tillie1012]

Good mind set. Just do what you can. And when you get frustrated just think about how far you have already come.

[@dianecharles881]

We found a nesting box like that at a yard sale , we ( hens ) definitely love it . They are really high priced online .

[@Tadpole102464]

Good Afternoon from Cajun Country! You (Ben) look extremely tired, go shower and get your supper, you deserve it! Great Job! Hugs and loves to the Hollar's from N'Awlins!!!

[@cherylknight8239]

Ben and Meg your property is looking amazing can't get over how far you kid's have came and accomplished since the first day you pulled on the property. So very proud of you all.

[@SugarCreekOffGrid]

Hey I'm a real homesteader, I keep my fire extinguisher close at hand all the time. 😂 goodness knows it's always something. Thanks so much for the inspiration 😉

[@Steve-od6hi]

From what I understand goats will eat poison ivy up to 6 ft tall, and they don't pass seeds as they crunch them fine. Just a thought.

[@joannewilson6847]

Clearing looks goood, great job. The girls are going to love their nesting boxes.

[@sharonnowlin2297]

NEAT video! I don't know WHY but I like when you ramble!!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

He is kinda cute. 😉

[@sharonnowlin2297]

@@TheHollarHomestead As a matter of fact, your whole family is kinda cute!!!

[@marshasmith6320]

Thank you for taking us along on your busy day. The new paddock looks great. The chickens are gonna love their new nest boxes. Looking forward to the next video. God bless y’all.

[@AlpacaMade]

So here is what I learned today in homesteading school...Ben: I'm edging toward overwhelmed with spring...I know I'll find a metal project

[@WildOnesHomestead]

Slowly but surely stuff gets done! You guys are doing great. The chickens will love that new nesting box

[@maryallen6334]

You'll probably grimace when I say this but that was a revitalising video for me. You were so busy and it is such fun going along with you! I had just got up after a bad night - feeling like death warmed up - got my coffee and now; after watching you so energetically demolish the bushland, I am all set to start my list of chores for today. There must be so many times the camera is a nuisance but - from an 'olds' like me - it's often such a help. I send you back good vibes in return.!!

[@tommiemiller3295]

Keep on keeping on! Y'all are doing great. I love watching your videos.

[@MommaOG]

It is now spring here the birds. Your doing great Ben.💖

[@KatytheNightOwl]

Slow and steady really will win the race for you, Ben - so glad, although you have far too much to do every day, that you're tackling it without killing yourself :) I so hope you're all taking some 'you' time, too? :)

[@pinkythechihuahua3156]

This almost 64 year old grandma, who's daughter is 9 months pregnant, appreciates your use of music. 💖Reggae and my fave... 🎵DUBSTEP🎵 Oh yeah! 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@patriciakoester1580]

Hi Ben, Love watching all you & the Family do such hard workers. Y’all are such a blessing!!!!

[@hardenmama1800]

You guys are such hard workers! Your cart works almost as much as you do...that thing is handy! Great video!

[@babs3343]

I like the name of your loppers!

[@kgs2127]

Feed for the Breakfast possy done! Old reminder of a project needed doing gone! New nest boxes up! And more pig heaven ready! Awesome Day!!!!

[@bigmamma6946]

Loved watching you create demolition and attack the forest. Its amazing to see what you start with and the thinking of the forest to make it healthier. Cheers thanks for sharing. Cheers Meg for awesome editing. 🐖🐓🌾👍🍁🍂🧴🧼🧶👍

[@nancyclardy7882]

Just wanted to say I admire your work ethic and commitment to your dreams. My husband and I are in our late 60's and have been living on our little homestead for 22 years. Glad to see young people who want to be self sufficient. Keep up the good work, ignore the nay-sayers!!

[@helengriffith461]

Don't be discouraged by the amount of work, break it up to little things if you can. You do seem happier with Meg beside you, which is lovely to see. I am a 60ish old lady in Australia, and I love to see you and your family making your new life together. There will be bumps and mountains to climb, but you will achieve your dreams. I have gone back and looked at your earliest vlogs, and you have done so much work, and the mobile home just has that "little" bit more to go and you will be living there.

[@kjnickerbokers]

Loving these regular videos! You guys are so inspiring. I love it when I see a new video from you guys.

[@drewblack749]

I can see the progress. Awesome! You are soooo resourceful!!

[@mimicolvin3200]

I love the look of the area you live. Your homestead is looking good. Keep up the good work you are doing. We are looking for a homestead about the size of yours. It is only the two of us.

[@elizabethranstrom6800]

Thanks for bringing us along😄 fun video!

[@angelenerash5160]

When I watched the Fouch family, they used to take time each week to write a big list on a whiteboard of what needed to be done. Maybe you already do this, and if not, maybe it could help you stay focused on one task at a time. Hope you can find a good rhythm! Thanks for sharing!

[@dorascott8286]

Your land looking so good....

[@ShineyPenny654]

Suggestion for nest boxes: get a fake turf rug & cut squares big enough to line the bottom of your nest box. If they get dirty, just hose them off & let dry. It gives a little cushion for laying & the hens like the "grass" feel

[@cheryllamb8831]

The "used cardboard" from the nests will be excellent in the compost! You are making it happen, your homestead on your terms. Keep up the good work.

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

Found your channel a couple of weeks ago and the last couple of days watched all videos since you moved to your new property and I love your channel! Great with vlogs a couple of times a week😍, show us all the boring everyday stuff, I love it!

[@Jaynes-Path]

We all have those fires. We can only do 1 at a time unless they go together. I think your ladies will like their new boxes once they get used to them. Those woods look gnarly! I knew the pigs would do a good job but to have them root up the roots & tubers of the vines is quite a plus! Hope those natural springs run year round for them & you.

[@wayneschnare4019]

You guys have so much in front of you . You must wake up feeling overwhelmed . For what it is worth , I was given this , at the beginning of a Date Planner . Elephants are best eaten , 1 bite at a time . You have a lifetime to do what you what to do . Breathe , slow down . There is no time line you need to meet . The only person pushing you , is YOU !!! Slow down , take your time . You will get done what you NEED to get done , it will come , if you make sure you grow right . To much stress will do a plant harm . Make sure you take as good of care or yourselves as you do for your plants and livestock !!!

[@coletteware5052]

Good job mate!! The chickens should love the new nests too!! Thanks for sharing your adventures/life.

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

Great Job Ben! You're going through that acreage like a warrior! Looking good! Also that new chicken box is going to be awesome for the chickens! You are just going at it! We don't think your rambling! You're just thinking out loud! Have a great week! Another great video under your belt!

[@edieboudreau9637]

Some days are fire shooting. Some days are family time and some days are jobs knocked out. You got this.

[@wendysurbanhomestead5011]

I really enjoyed this video. Just love watching what you guys do and how to do it. I really cant believe just how much you two have done on your property in less than a year! Amazing

[@terripoe]

That's what I say all the time, "I'll just finish this project later..." I can only imagine how overwhelming it has to be when there is so much that requires immediate attention. Just keep swimming, and before you know it y'all will be settled in and have your systems all in place. It helps to look back at all the you have accomplished in the short amount of time you have been here in NC.

[@wannabesomethingmore]

Like you I take every opportunity to be outside getting work done now. Our cool weather time is short and consistent rainy days does not help. Your family is doing an awesome job!

[@heatherd.9390]

I always enjoy seeing you guys. It's really enjoyable watching all that you are up to and how things are coming. They may seem slow to you, but to us who have been watching your journey, I can say for myself that things are coming along nicely! Thanks for taking us along on your day-to-day adventures! xo Heather🇨🇦

[@PiaLiljebladh]

You are doing such a good work, Ben! 🙌

[@cathyrodeheaver8694]

Loved the time spent with you all. Thanks for sharing.

[@jazzswinglish]

Good job the "Camera Lady" wasn't with you when you went shopping you'd have come home with some of those ducks and had do build a home for them :-)

[@jennicasalyards6277]

Saaaaame!

[@spotteddoghomestead9940]

Slow & steady wins the race. No need to bust your butt and try to get it all done at once . I see progress in the videos you post . Spring is coming lots of sunshine to get things done in.

[@Lori-mm6fg]

one project at a time even though your working on 50 at once! you are doing great, really!! Look at what you have gotten done and redone stop beating yourself up. The mean people will jump on that. On a homestead, there's so much to do plus you and Meg haven"t been on your property to long. You guys are awesome, Love ya both.. Yeah Fit Farmer... Nice when people share All Ya all are good people.

[@grannybearsgarden]

Tractor Supply is one of my favorite places! Love the improvisation with the nest box. I’d never considered cardboard and wood shavings. We always used straw in our nests, but your solution looks like it works, too. Good video!