AMAZING PROGRESS! Building Our Dream Off Grid Home

[@theindieprojects]

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[@maxwellcolfax4933]

How about calling it "barn house"?

[@femalepower6244]

Hey .. Your vlogs are my favourite - Hygge - and inspiration to my soon be vanlife, been following you for years now.. Love & hugs 🤗 A Danish 👵 p.s great to see you are back Bee..

[@annewendt8434]

Keep up the great work! Wonderful!

[@maryann5497]

Everything is looking great. You can really see all the love you both have brought to your land. I am so excited for the two of you. Good job. And Theo can your little blue soaking pool be filled with hot water? A good soak with a little massage would do wonders for your shoulder. Take care of your selves. Arizona, USA

[@carolwierful]

Looks very good. I like the music and the chickens,too. Both of you are true artists!

[@vyvienvp3413]

If ever there was a visual description of 'labour of love', this is it. Down in a gritty tight trench pointing, ouch, but you do it with a smile on your faces! Nearly there guys X:)

[@Timsgal777]

Bea i also meant to tell you.... so glad you seem to be feeling so much better, glad to see you smiling that beautiful smile... much love 💘

[@meredithchapman2009]

Theo has done a superb job at pointing. It is beautiful.

[@thizizliz]

I love how well you work together. The pointing changes the walls 100%. Sooooo beautiful. The solution for keeping the water off the walls is exactly what we are taught as well. Plus adding the eaves troughs will finish it off in the best way. My gosh the stuff you've accomplished during the last year & a half is amazing! So now hot showers, eggs, a garden, water supply where you need it, vehicles, tools, skills, design, plans & yet we get these marvelous videos & presumably you cook, eat, shower, wash clothes, shop & make friends with whom you share skills. I am in awe! Take a moment and pat yourselves on the back. We are all so excited to see your next steps!

[@bernicedeakins5043]

It's so good the see Be's pretty, smiling face. The 'house' is going to be fantastic, I think I'm almost as excited about it as you both are. Thanks for letting me be a part of your wonderful adventures. It makes my day when I see a new video pop up

[@TheCornDavis]

This barn conversion has been so much work. I think most if not all would say “it would be easier to just build a house from scratch” but I think that’s what’s so cool about what you guys are doing. There is no instant gratification but once you look back from the start you realize just how far you’ve come. Slow and steady movements but you’re still moving forward. You don’t need to run to your destination, you two are enjoying the journey! 💖🌼

[@ThatOneLazyNerd]

Route the water into your collection systems somehow. With the abundance of water, a real good solar set up, and a fully functional farm, you could pull off the water, food, and power grids. I was bummed at first when you guys parked the van to start the build, but watching this conversions been inspiring. Yall are really dope souls. Glad to see Bea back and healthy. The HOUSE looks great. Definitely not an old abandoned barn any more.

[@Rags2Itches]

Would be good to route that drainage water to your garden area and store what you can.

[@thizizliz]

Absolutely!

[@sandranatali1260]

You may want to clean the filter in your vacuum cleaner. Maintenance is important for longevity.

[@jasonearl100]

he can do that with the gutters but the weeping system is to dirty to drink.

[@SewFrancine6120]

The strength and determination that Bea & Theo have always shown is nothing short of amazing and incredible. Every day a little bit better

[@danav0137]

So happy to see you back in the videos Bea, I really missed you! You and Theo make a great team.

[@MissLauren20]

My goodness you two have me exhausted just watching. Huge jobs and larger reward!! The pointing looks amazing and I’m excited for your winter garden. I think the containers will work beautifully. I’m so happy and excited for you, Theo and Bee! ☮️ & 💗

[@patbrady9531]

Bea and Theo - You are both amazing, lovely people. How lucky to have found each other!

[@angeladavis7081]

Amazing job!! Everything is coming together nicely. Theo seems to be more light hearted and Bee your doing so well. I’m so happy for you both. Love your videos and all your fur babies and feather babies. Looking forward to your next video. Texas Girl🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻

[@christinekelecius1595]

Bea, it's so good to see your happy, smiling face. Yours too, Theo.

[@patriciahagedorn5694]

You guys work so hard. How rewarding it must feel to see the progress you have made on your property. The barn is beautiful. Can't wait until you can start putting the inside together. So good to see Bea looking so happy and healthy. Her smile melts my heart. Love you guys.

[@MrBlessup247]

Everything is looking so amazing and good to see you both looking radiant again & full of life! 💯👌🏽💃🕺🏽🤩

[@nomansvan827]

Looking great, what a difference your work on the walls has made. Good to see the smiles.

[@shirleydaras6355]

Theo and Bea, Wow what an amzing transformation 👍👍👍☺️☺️⚘⚘⚘ your hard work is now paying off. I can well imagine how tired you both must be. It is definately showing that you both have been working non stop. How rewarding this is for you both and to think that you will be living inside of your barn conversion turned into your gorgeous barn-home, how stunning. So excited to see all of your ideas for decorating Bea, it shall be lovely.👍☺️⚘👍😊❣ Bea tour precious chickens and rooster are stunning.💖💖💖 Im sure theyove you very much, for you can see that you love them very much.

[@scarlethenderson6510]

Love the job you kids are doing on the cottage, also it sure is nice to hear that laughter in your voice Bee,

[@honeyhillartsdonnafoster3592]

The joy you will have waking up to the view, that is views of all your very fabulous hard work. So have enjoyed your journey.

[@marjoriedybec3450]

It's so much fun to see your progress. That stone house is such a dream. "Little by Little, One Travels Far." --JR Tolkien. Seems like a perfect quote for you two.

[@jacquettabanana]

I've never been so excited or invested in watching someone else build their dream! Cant wait to see that wall finished as im sure you both can't either 😆 Its coming together so beautifully 💚

[@noell7941]

Good to see those safety glasses Theo.

[@wheretheroadtakesus523]

Wow it's all looking amazing. Call your barn whatever you want its your place. Can't wait for the next episode. It's getting exciting now your so close to moving in.

[@jillw892]

Do we call that a French Drain? " Nothing worth having is easy" You both are doing a great job. Hi Bea. Sending you both much love! Stay safe, love 💕

[@suedorfman7138]

I have a friend that says they call it a French drain, because it doesn’t work. He isn’t very nice.

[@christinedial3838]

You're such a lovely couple! Watching your videos just makes me happy and relaxed. I adore your smile and bubbly personality, Bee, and I always get a chuckle out of Theo's saggy trousers lol Crack on and you'll be moved inside before you know it! Much love to you both, Gingy Bear, Fernando, and the flock. 😊

[@jeanperrins805]

Have you thought about researching a gravity feed system to fill a water storage unit beside your raised bed that will feed from your gutter system around your gorgeous new home? It looks like you have enough of a slope.

[@carmelleabron4058]

Jean, what an excellent idea.

[@monnievaradi596]

Bea, you look great. We are so happy to see you back. You and Theo and the cats brighten my day. !! And thank you, Theo, for the beautiful travelogue. Portugal is a beautiful country!!!

[@donnas9599]

Wowser, what PROGRESS! Kudos to both of you - I'm so excited you're moving indoors. Poor Theo's arms, though -- I cringed a little after he finished the pointing and could barely lift his arms, and then he went out and dug garden trenches, OMG! What a trooper, and SO glad to see that big grin on Bea's face. Hugs from Maine!

[@juliad1768]

Oh what joy to be finally pointing on the last wall, enjoy, that’s better for the raised beds, have a fab week,bless you both xxx

[@educationiskeytoallthings6976]

I feel like such a dweeb, I get so excited to see how that pointing is going...it is so awesome when you finish a spot of it...that pointing has made that barn into a house. It is absolutely gorgeous! I love it...It is going to be a museum when it is finished. I can't wait.

[@marirose19]

Bee, I almost peed myself at the 11:00 ish mark when you had the chickens start dancing to “1, 2, 3, 4….” Everything is looking so great. Teamwork is the dream work. Sending continued love & healing. Thnx for being real thru it all!!💛🌀🤗

[@ginam1951]

Love those chickens!

[@tonjavia5010]

Everything looks amazing and I'm so glad that you're feeling better and graceing us with your presence. Theo you're a work horse and you do such fine work.

[@davidm6553]

We are thrilled to see Bee happily enjoying her home. So glad she has such a loving, hard-working husband. Love to you both from Tennessee!

[@shaynedix5904]

You must never rest! I only dream of having the energy you two have. Bless you!

[@racheljoanfleming159]

In Canada we have to paint the wall with a rubberized compound first and then do the other steps you are describing. Perhaps different methods in Portugal. Be sure to check your filter on the vacuum cleaner. You can burn out a motor really quickly by letting the fine dust build up in the filters. Great jobs you two. Bee, you were truly missed and are a welcome return. Theo, you should be eligible for "Traditional Pointing of the Year" award by now. God Bless.

[@chasingthemoonrv]

It is so lovely to see your happy, smiling face in the videos again Bea! You are both such hard workers. Theo take care of that shoulder. 💛

[@karenzaller9659]

So good to see you two together working on your project! Makes me wish that I was young again.

[@junnielaine4208]

Theo’s pointing is a work of art! So happy for you guys. And so excited to see you gardening!

[@patriciakelly69]

I don’t envy that tedious job of pointing, but as always you did an amazing job with a good heart. I really admire how hard you both work. I remember 20 year ago when we moved into our Cortijo in Spain the work we did, day after day. We still do work on it but the tedious bits that you’re both doing are finished for us. It’s just a continuation of keeping the land and the house in good order. There is something so satisfying to look at what you’ve created. I wish you all the best. Glad to see that you looking so well Bea. Just make sure you take time out to spend quality time together. Xx

[@geraldinewillis5926]

I’m so so proud of both of you but especially Bee, as someone who has their mental health struggles I know just how hard your struggles can be.. for me focusing on one day at a time then one week etc etc but remember to keep giving yourself time to rest and process.. Bee, you seem to have this.. Gx

[@cathywarriner]

Your chickens are so pretty! I love the music you used in the video. Your home is looking fantastic, I can't wait to see it finished! So exciting!!!

[@bonniewilliams1922]

Theo, you and Bea have done an amazing job. On pins and needles waiting for the inside to start again.

[@sheilakerr-jones4345]

“Shoot” the water into rain barrels for your irrigation.

[@violetflame88]

The wall you finished looks fabulous and when you went inside and showed the wall you are doing next, it's an unbelievable difference. What an amazing job you have done on the pointing. You guys work so hard and your raised beds are going to be such a wonderful addition. Not only do they provide sustenance but they provide a mindfulness opportunity while working with the plants. Lovely.

[@carmancloud]

The progress is amazing and the barn/house/your home call it what you want/ looks fantastic! Bee, I have never seen beautiful chickens before. Whatever you are doing to care for them, congratulations, because your babies are beautiful! 👏

[@lifeontheround]

Ah, you two! Such dedicated workers. Looking amazing already. Great to see you back Bee.

[@jannorfolk4189]

Brill job of pointing that outside wall, it looks lovely. Rest your arms a bit though Theo, you don't want to injure yourself. Nice to see B back to her normal self.

[@JEMCochran49]

I look forward to seeing Bea sitting in her reading chair enjoying a book with a cup of Earl Grey tea on the side table.

[@Skiskiski]

My wife sends her love to you all. Keep up the fine work, Theo and Bea. Hard work keeps you grounded. Never month, you need a real home-cooked meal with salads and veggies.

[@deborahmarion9038]

Béa, I have to say that it is so lovely to see your smiling face and hear your voice. We all love you Béa! 💗 Theo you have done such fabulous work pointing the walls. I’m so excited to see the wall finished inside, I know it’s going to be beautiful. Christmas for you, in your new home will be so special.

[@teresajames5993]

Great to see you doing so much better. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Sending strength and love 💘

[@marlalowman7348]

Whenever you refer to the shop vacuum as the Hoover it just makes me smile 😊

[@lt34102]

Brits refer to vacuuming as "hoover" "I'm going to Hoover the carpets."

[@gedreillyhomestead6926]

I imagine the actual vacuum cleaner manufacturer is pretty pissed at it being referred as a "hoover", considering its there new "favourite tool". At least Stanley is happy. 😕

[@Esmerelda666]

@@gedreillyhomestead6926 nah, for us English people, it is still a Hoover.. in the same way as we say Clingfilm and Sellotape.. I think the manufacturer will be sanguine about it!

[@lesleythomson2823]

Bea and Theo I totally take my hat off to you both to all the hard work you have done yet again . Especially since you’ve been back from the UK . One last push xxxxxxxxx

[@annhydeArtist]

Your progress is amazing - I’m as excited as you are to see the inside of your home being ready to live in. Have to say, your families must be so proud of you both, as you should be proud of yourselves, you deserve a big pat on the backs.

[@christinemcgarry1547]

That wall is going to be gorgeous. Theo you looked like a scene from ghostbusters with that hoover. Great video guys youd home is going to be lovely 😍

[@cathythreat3927]

I'm so excited you're getting so much closer to moving in the house. God bless you both. 🥰🥰

[@anniedecrescenzo2434]

Great job Indies! So good to see you guys hard at it! Everyone is cheering you on! Hugs! ❣

[@apryl62]

You two are amazing and I so look forward to your vlogs. I’m just planting my summer salads (Australia), homegrown fruits and veg taste so much better than anything you buy in a shop. So glad you took the time you needed Bea, sending good thoughts and prayers for your continued good health.

[@KrissiCreates]

My arms, back and bones are aching watching you two slay everything you take on. You're "Rock stars "! Seeing the chicken's be happy chicken's is so great. Makes me miss farm life so much !! Bravo you two ! Cheering you on from my little bungalow in Kansas USA

[@mattWallJsy]

This Wall reckons you've done an awesome job 👏

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you!

[@connierifenburg9758]

I absolutely agree! You won’t be able take your eyes off this inside wall when you sit across from it on your sofa. It will give off shadows from all the stone shapes. It should fill your chest with pride I’m sure! Best of luck in completing it. ✨😎

[@mattWallJsy]

@@theindieprojects You've also got better granite walls than me! 🤣🤣🤣👍🏼

[@donnalaughlinhogan3819]

You two are making a lovely spot for you and your cutie kitties,so glad to see everything going well …hugs from 🇨🇦 Canada .

[@jorgemiraldo2452]

Theo love your pointing skills... The outside is looking great. A nice preview of what the inside will look like. Bea soon you will get to start showing us your interior decorator skills. Can’t wait to see your lovely home getting finished!

[@rrhopewell]

Its such a blessing to see Bee back in the videos and talking. Just blesses my heart.

[@stknmggs1788]

Loved the filming today. Fall, sweet spots in your current little house, acorns, chickens, the fall light! Just beautiful. I’m talking to you as I watch, Oh dear, I hope they put in French drains and then of course you talk about your drainage plans. You do things with such excellence. Love it!

[@KennethRayable]

The barn conversion is really coming together. Looking for your posts on the designated day is the highlight of my day. It’s good to hear your voice again Bea.. I just wish I could adopt you guys.

[@laurascherle930]

I absolutely love how everything is coming together! I thought I was going to miss you too travelling around in your van but watching you create this fabulous home together is inspiring. Rock on U2 rock on!

[@deedeecaldwell3805]

Your barn conversion is absolutely gorgeous! I love how meticulous you both are about every detail. I can’t wait to see the finished home. I’m sure it will be beautiful, just like your van conversion. Your van is my favorite of all the vans I’ve seen. (I’ve seen a lot sitting home these days watching KZbin!) Love to see Bea’s beautiful face again! Theo has been the best, but we love you both together!😘❤️

[@alanlane3869]

You guys have motivated me so many times to keep completing projects around our home. Your work and your positive attitudes are inspiring. Thank you so very much. Cheers!

[@cd2290]

Same. I see all that they do and suddenly it doesn't seem that impossible to hang a darn shelf.

[@sandratweedale2579]

The dynamic duo. You two are so awesome. Theo your boundless enthusiasm always with your sweet smile and laugh is so endearing. And Bea its just wonderful to see you smiling and hear your laugh again. So glad you overcame and continue to take on your struggles with your partner standing at your shoulder. Fans around the globe loving this journey with you. I personally adore the montages of those hens, they’re so sweet. God bless, so enjoying this trip with you. From Ottawa Canada 🤗

[@jennya2439]

You’ll have to change the introduction to “A beautiful tiny palace” Bee, because your home is going to be absolutely stunning! Theo you’re a master craftsman, your stonemasonary is amazing and it blows me away that it’s all self taught. So lovely to see you both so happy and relaxed and working hard to achieve your dreams - you’re an inspiration!!! ☺️💗💙🥰

[@zulikkowalski3547]

Nice to see Bea in action again! Hope she is feeling great!

[@marianfrances4959]

ACE job on that back wall! Cute chicken footage! Nice to see everyone home, together and settled! 👍😎🇨🇦💜🐾⭐🐓 p.s. you both look fantastic! 🎩👒

[@iamkat-agnt99-ash-kbt.59]

You 2 are Amaizing!

[@colliecoform4854]

Love watching all the progress, both in the house, previously known as the barn, and in the garden. I'm a gardener and I always feel gardening restores my soul watching the seeds go from little seedlings to great plants, to the vegetables we love (and some we don't, Ha ha!). The house is looking marvelous. You are almost at the finish line. Theo could become a professional pointer his work is so good and you Bea are the backbone of the whole operation, heart and soul. Your laugh is the sunshine that keeps Theo going! You guys are such a great pair, supporting each other in all you do. Sorry to go on and on but your house is moving into finish work and will be done soon. I can't wait to see it decorated and lived in, cooking a meal with some eggs and home grown veggies.....sigh!

[@eileenmccabe671]

I don't comment alot, but I have to say the two of you work so hard building your dream. I really enjoy watching your progress, your home is coming together more and more every video. You are going to reap the benefits of all this work over and over when you live in this place you have worked so hard for.

[@Louloubell]

Everything looks so good! You both have worked so hard, and the finish line is in sight! My grandparents, on both sides, were born in Portugal, it’s been so great to see what a beautiful country it is. God bless and keep you.

[@anniemac3075]

The pointed wall looks fantastic, well done Theo, all the hard work has paid off. So exciting starting on the inside, this winter you won't know yourselves! 👏 👏 Keep up the good work both.

[@roseanneberrios7174]

The Barn coversion is coming along just great. I'm excited for you guys. Your almost there. Glad to see Bea back.

[@lt34102]

In U.S. we call what you're installing a French Drain. The perforated pipe is usually wrapped in a permeable fabric to keep the pipe from filling up with dirt.

[@bonniegoodwin234]

Bea look at the beauty of that ceiling work you have done…. it’s just incredible…..would live to borrow Theo for about 2 weeks to help me get my project’s done…. think he’s up for a trip to Tennessee 😂 absolutely luv you two.

[@marleneyoung6575]

Forgot to say that you both look much happier these days. So nice to see that.

[@kevinfisher1632]

You both bring me so much joy while I watch and remember a long past friend who came from Tipton and looked like Bea....you both bring so many beautiful memories back to myself. Keep up the brilliant work.

[@Hannah77ist]

Congratulations Bee and Theo on the completon of the back wall of your beautiful home, its looks amazing.

[@tammymurphy2707]

I know it’s been a lot of work but it gets more stunningly beautiful with every step💖

[@Lindasromperroom]

I’ve been watching you two for years! I’m so excited to see what you do with the barn as you finish it and make a home! Great job guys. You both are very talented and this Grandma loves to watch you!🤗🤗🤗

[@onemorchatykathy]

Bea, it’s sooooo good to see and hear from you. I prayed hard for the good Lord to help you. And I can see He did! Theo is a trouper and you are a fighter. Love 💕 to you both. Can’t wait to see you planting your garden and Theo pointing that last wall! I just know the ‘barn’ is going to be absolutely adorable.

[@janetbendes9216]

Hi Bea& Theo, glad your back home. Your progress has come along way&your stonework "L👀KS" Amazing. So excited for your future move in...❤your front door&so much more! Your fluffy chickens also.😊

[@MamaVee50]

Looking forward to seeing you move in by the holidays, although that seems pretty ambitious! What will you be doing for piped water and electric? Will you be using solar? You’ve got the land and exposure for it. Considering the number of van lifers that use solar, that may be your best and easiest solution. And heating? I imagine a wood stove. Will it take long to kit out the interior to give Bea that cozy home she (and you) so deserves? Pulling for you! 🌺

[@gerrygold9273]

I love you guys. I have been watching from the beginning and the Barn .... The Tiny Stone House is looking absolutely fabulous .You have come along way and you are at the top of the mountain. Theo walls are amazing you guys have done a great job. With the rain water that drains away from the house through the pipes... maybe you can plant some water loving trees and plants ..like a banana tree and other plants and ferns and tropical plants that like the hot sun and the rain water. These plants and tropical trees will provide shade which helps other food plants and tropical plants to grow. Direct the water to that area. Dig a medium big size swale (round ditch)... plant a yout tropical plants in it with your Banna plant tree, Mango tree, Java Plum tree Pear tree. Then ensure your ground rain water pipes from house shoot the water into the swale. You are going to be so happy when your fruits start to grow. You can sell them at the local markets because you will have different fruit. Or become a supplier to the marketstakk holders then the fruits will not be wasted when you have a bumper harvest. God Bless You. Its great to see you both back at it. Be I just love to hear you laugh. I love your Tiny Stone House. 💯💥❣

[@gaynor3976]

I love Wednesdays and Sundays because we get to see improvements each time. The wall is looking great Theo you've done a fabulous job. Raised beds look good too and I can't wait Bea to see what you plant. Have a good rest of the week xx

[@bonnied3550]

❤️😃👍🏼❤️ You both are creating a very special homestead❤️ Blessings

[@mary-loujohnson4440]

Oh Bee, it’s so good to see your smiling face… things are really coming together and it’s exciting even from way over here in BC Canada. Keep on pointing Theo 👍

[@Craftsman538]

You two have worked so hard to restore this building, keep going it’s nearly finished…

[@judyrudd5089]

So nice to see things coming together, the barn is beginning to look more like a home, the food growing project is taking a step forward. Just think this time next year you will be harvesting you first crops. 🤞

[@JudithLawrence718]

It doesn't take a whole year to grow produce. It's amazing what can be grown in one summer.

[@judyrudd5089]

@@JudithLawrence718 yes and with winter coming there is not much can be planted now, which is why I said what I said.

[@cambbrown6205]

So, so pleased you mentioned guttering:-) It really is getting exciting now.

[@Sheila-vl9xk]

So wonderful to be able to follow your progress on this really special project. Thank you for sharing your journey:)

[@janmoline]

Lovely to see Bea and then to hear Theo whistling as he worked. The both of you are just absolute magic!! I'm dealing with "stuff" but it's just a balm to my soul to watch your video. Seriously, I can't begin to tell you both how important and helpful your videos are for me right now. God bless you both and Gingie and Fernando and your beautiful chickens!

[@crystalfrye8554]

Whoa… your home is really coming together and I can see that it will be amazingly beautiful! You two are doing such a great job, and you are an inspirational couple… God bless you both! 😊

[@sj6728]

Please spend quality time together!!! Let your arm recover. I am so happy Bea that you were able to clean the black off to make a cozy spot for yourself. The inside looks so warm and cozy!! It brings me great joy to see you both happy and doing well. Thank you for sharing your life it brings me great joy. Please take care of yourselves!!!! The pointing is a work of art!!!! The raised beds are ideal! Well done you two!!!!

[@jillw892]

Wow. It's a race to the finish at this "Point" haha. Little joke. Great work👷‍♀️👷‍♂️