TIMELAPSE CABIN BUILD| Couple Builds Cabin Homestead Debt Free in the Woods | 2022 Year End Review

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

Hey Yall! THANK YOU so much for being here and taking time to read this. We're working really hard on our cabin and our channel and are SO CLOSE to our 100k sub goal!! But we know it takes a village, and we can't do it without you. We humbly ask if you enjoy our content, Please HELP US reach that goal! 😭🙏😍 You can help by SUBSCRIBING if you haven't yet, and if you have, Share our videos with your friends on your social media platforms. It REALLY makes a difference. We appreciate you guys and THANK YOU kindly. Love Ya FRAM-BAM! LATER LATER! ✌✌

[@michelineverret2871]

Great journey, you work really hard! You’re surrounded in a wonderful landscape! But I’m curious: You seem to be in the middle of nowhere: From where do you get electricity? Water? Where do the children go to school? How? Where do you get food? I just wonder how you manage your days with 3 children and the huge work you accomplish! Go on and thanks for sharing!

[@elaineluiz4484]

Deus os Abênçõe ,lindo Trabalho d.vocês 😇🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

Beg pardon, but, what is that beautiful song starting at 43:45 in your video, please, & the name of the artist?

[@Lasolucion369]

@@michelineverret2871 💯💯💯

[@Lasolucion369]

​@@elaineluiz4484❤❤❤

[@ernieforrest7218]

The biggest favor that you did for yourself was the drain system around the basement, and backfilling with gravel instead of dirt.

[@giterdone4538]

Mel and Gary...never have I see TWO people work as hard you two have. It looks great ..you should be PROUD for what your house looks like and knowing you DID all the hard work with your bodies and your mind. Years from now your children and grandchildren will sit, looking out at the beautiful mountain and remember their Mom and their Dad. How proud they will remember your life and the LOVE that your home gives them thru memories. God bless your entire family ...may you live long and enjoy all your dreams and your very hard work. GetErDone from Tennessee

[@imxvx]

Exactly 🤍

[@bjrngundersen1936]

Yes and incredible professional too. Cellar and draining. Use of professionals when needed. Practicality, handiwork and common sense. Economics: Finishing one part of the construction, and possibly be able to move in :)

[@charlenefoster6779]

Awesome video! I am awestruck with what you two have accomplished in such a shot time. God bless all who came to help and bring awesome gifts!

[@Fuell4Life]

Im on year 2 of sobriety after a 6 year battle with meth addiction. Its not easy starting life completely over and its a long road ahead but watching you guys work so hard and battle every obstacle together with a smile and determination has been just one of the things that keeps me motivated to get back out there and chase my dreams again and to NEVER give up. I live down in Little Rock and custom furniture was a minor of mine in college. I’d love to contribute to your project down the road some how as a thanks for the many hours of hope and inspiration you have provided me with by sharing your journey. Thanks and Much Love. Be in touch. -Jeff-

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

CONGRATULATIONS On your road to recovery! We are so proud of you! Life does get better but it takes work. Dont give up on yourself! If you are alive - you still have purpose! Keep fighting friend.

[@Fuell4Life]

@@SimpleLifeReclaimed Consider it done!

[@mhale-mi9iy]

Never give up on your dreams Jeff. Only u can make them a reality. Ask the lord for strength

[@chaddidier3116]

Such an amazing team you guys make. I love seeing the love in your eyes. The amount of work you have accomplished is unbelievable. It is so cool that you have recorded it all so you can share with your children and grandchildren. Great job!

[@phillipkrise9042]

Absolutely amazing how far you and Gary have come over the last past year now I'm looking forward to seeing Gary building the actual cabin in the year ahead. Keep up the fantastic job on the rest of the cabin. Love you guys from Pennsylvania.

[@donwat91]

I agree with Philip you guys are amazing, thanks for sharing your lives with us. From South Carolina to Arkansas live life to the fullest.

[@rhondahuller4468]

It’s amazing what y’all have done on your own - building your house from the ground up. It won’t be long until the main house will be built too. I love your work ethics!!

[@reda277ha]

Its will be easy if we work together

[@lilahnewton7940]

I'm crying Mel. So so so much has been done!!! I'm grateful you've allowed me to join your family journey!! Your teaching the littles more then they'd ever learn in school. Baby steps (((when))) 💋🥰 ✌ 💜🙋‍♀️ You should mark the spots on the wall where tools are inside!! hahaha 👌😜

[@wandastokes9382]

Just so amazing what you two have accomplished and continue to do!! Mel this video is a labor of pure Love ❤️ and had to be emotional putting this video together ❤️ 😭 Wonder if anyone caught when Gary's crocks became his daily shoe of choice 🤔 😅 Much more exciting times to come and we are excited to be part of your journey ❤️🙏😁🌼

[@marcusrussell8660]

I really respect this young couple building a large cabin in the Ozarks. Being originally in Memphis I have loved the ancient Ozark Mountains all my life. The area around Mountain Home and the Buffalo River was a place of extreme resonance for my soul. The peace, geology of that beautiful area is so intense for me. I miss this area so much.

[@miketurner4462]

I came across your Channel about 3 months ago purely by accident, I got myself all caught up by watching all your videos on this channel since the clearing of the land. It's been great watching you both work together so well, no doubt there's been plenty of blood sweat and tears gone into this build. I'm looking forward to the next stage, building the cabin way to go guys, your hard work and dedication, not just to the build, but to your little family, will be well worth it.

[@jeanholdstock3695]

Well, that was a roller coaster of emotions for me, goodness only knows how it must of hit you guys in the 'feels'. Every step was brave, researched, planned out and superbly executed, then loved by us. Thank you for inviting us along on your journey. May 2023 be a wonderful year for you all xxx

[@jeffreylocke8808]

If you want a two story house put one level below ground mainly and then put one more story on. Much more energy efficient than two full stories above ground.

[@jasonrichardson8080]

Not where I live!!

[@joegrabowski6011]

This is a great demonstration of what good parenting and strong family is.

[@darrylholt8495]

I love building shows and I've been watching this cabin build from the beginning and just about reached the end. And the 1 thing I've noticed out of the hole show Is that the husband has not stop smiling once. Even through the short moments of adversity he has maintained that smile or that grin. He truly looks like a man who has found true happiness with his family and his life and his new home. I'm looking forward to the ending results. God bless you and your family and I hope you smile becomes an infection that spreads through out the world.

[@AB-ol5uz]

What a beautiful compilation...love the reminder that every time you hit a wall emotionally or with the project itself, people stepped in along the way to encourage you and help equip you to get past that particular hurdle...good reminder for all of us, especially those that are perfectionists, to just get started and trust the journey.

[@jnutt383838]

Man, I wish my wife and I could, or would, do this. Bonding and building our dream house. You two are so lucky to have each other and make it happen! Congrats!

[@mhale-mi9iy]

Just do it!

[@grannykucklooney7799]

I forgot all the trees and land you had to clear. You two are such hard workers. You did an amazing job. Great memories, let’s see what 2023 brings. ✌🏼💕 ✌🏼

[@MILife45]

Such a great time lapse! Excellent work Mel! You both have done so much in a year 😁major props!!👏👏

[@TalkingWithBob]

I will be rock musicing will watch after a nap

[@the_voice_of_reason]

You two are absolute legends, physically building your own home. A wonderful legacy for children, shows them hard work pays off, they are very lucky to have two great role models as their parents. God bless you all, can’t wait to see the finished product. I realise an absolute army of your dear KZbin friends and community have been there this past w/e and will be great to see that video when it’s uploaded. Thank you for sharing a part of your life and family with us. Hats off you both of you, that’s a lot of hard work. 🙏❤️

[@sandratweedale2579]

What a terrific team and family. Just enjoying your journey so much, the respect and love that you have for each other and you’re sharing your family with us. Wishing you great success in the NY and the new build getting underway ❤ from Canada 🇨🇦

[@BeautybyButterfly]

I love the story you told in this video. Great job. I'm loving the soundtrack!!! And this video montage is perfect. So many feels🥰 Happy for you guys!

[@longwildernesswalks]

Look here kids... these two prove that hard work pays off. Buy dirt! Work hard! Then laugh as you see folks making that payment every month. Simply awesome what you two have done!

[@RayMrRobert]

The skinny on this situation is you can’t always depend upon nature to bend to your will. No one persons fault. I applaud you both for handling these issues with humility.

[@jamesjessee4064]

Come a long way in a year keep up the good work 🙋‍♂️👍❤️

[@kellyatkinson2686]

At least you guys can say you both built your home. Thanks for the time lapse ride on your journey of settling into your new living environment. What a huge complishment on building your families future home.

[@Nuria12475]

This your venture brought tears to my eyes and I think you guys are great……intelligent husband/intelligent wife and your kids…..I’m so proud….great friends…..all of you honourable people

[@angelabowman1614]

Great video....I love how you included the kids helping and all your family and friends and everyone who was involved in helping you two.....loved seeing the process and progress that you've all accomplished.....with lots of humor and fun.... working in the Hot and Cold, the Rain and Snow. All that Hard work, blood sweat and tears, you learned so many things along the way and you worked so well together, each one doing their part. I loved that Gary was so sweet to you Melanie when you had your shingles and encouraged you to take it easy and not stress out and rest and get better. I love how you spend time with the kids and your relationship with Anthony, Roxanne and Wyatt. Love that Wyatt has so much interaction with his cousins and Aunt and Uncle. I hope and pray that you all will continue to have that close relationship, work out any problems and remain close. I pray that you all continue to have good health and stay safe during the next faze of your journey.....the building of the log cabin house, that Gary's garage gets built ( I forgot how huge that cement slab was! That Garage is going to be Huge! Lol...) I loved how you listed the people involved in everything the last year, their names and KZbin channels, helping with their subscription base..... I'm sure they appreciated that! Lots of nice people....You all learned so much, went on through mistakes and persevered ....and finished your basement.....and continue to enjoy the process and family life. I really enjoyed the year in review video! And I am looking forward to seeing the log cabin house build! Take care! Greetings and blessings to you all..... from Angela in Michigan

[@Cristian-JustKeepingItReal]

Remembering all y'all have accomplished and all that is to come. Looking forward to seeing it all.

[@MrStevo440]

Wow I had no idea you guys dug the foundation by hand and did all the masonry work your selves .. Now I am even more impressed with you guys.. Love it and keep on keeping on..

[@reneebunch6007]

I will be watching as always in East Tennessee. GREENEVILLE Tn. that is. It is an hours drive the other side of Knoxville. I can hardly wait to see the 2x4’s start going up.

[@peterpiper487]

I was born, reared and lived in Arkansas for the first 30 years of my life. It was not my cup of tea at all. It was sweltering in the summertime and I could not work without profusely sweating or even fainting. I had the opportunity to move to Minnesota and I'm so glad I took it. I've lived in Minnesota for another 30 years and I absolutely love the weather here. So glad I made the move that made me happy and was so good for my health. I wish you the best of luck in Arkansas; it's just not for me.

[@MrJohnshopkins53]

The family that builds together stays together, I love this husband-and-wife collaboration, teaching the children to pitch in and make it a family affair. they will never leave this house; I pray that the Good Lord will bless them and keep them safe and healthy.... " Teamwork makes the dream work"!!!!

[@kennedy67951]

You guy’s were so much fun watching in this wonderfully professional production video.😊 to see a married couple plus children come together and build something that was just a dream, was fascinating to see. Thank you for sharing your dreams with me.😊 ❤

[@glendabendel421]

I give you two so much credit for all your hard work. Impressive. Really

[@glenchristensen3689]

Well done Mel, i wasn't going to watch because i have followed you from day one. But I'm glad I did. Brought some tears to my eyes watch what you have done and the struggles you both have had. looking forward to follow as you move on to the next big phase. And like I have said before I am willing to come out and help you. ( contractor for 35 years). Again very well done recap of 2022 looking forward to 2023, You guys have what it takes !

[@adriennewashington3360]

Greetings. I wanna say thank you for sharing your journey with us. I'm so Godly proud of your accomplishments. I haven't visited your KZbin channel for a while. I apologize for that. My family and I have been going through a lot lately. We lost our mother 2 months ago. I wanna thank you for sharing the love and closeness I see with you all. And I'm back now watching you guys again. Keep your head up and stay positive and enjoy your freedom and Peace and Blessings of being off the grid... much love to you all. From the Washington family to your family..❤❤💯👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@suewagner4740]

Hi guys! Fantastic job on the editing Mel!! It was so great to see everything you worked on last year summarized into a part 1, if you will, of your new home build. I had actually forgotten about some of the things you did. So, as they say, onward and upward to the next step of the build part 2) I know you guys will be awesome! Let’s get to it!! 💜

[@RobertsonsBellyAcres]

Y'all are so amazing! It is wild to see everything come together! All 5 of y'all are such hard workers! We are super proud to call all y'all "family"! See y'all real soon!

[@DonnaJRingler]

Oh I loved this!!! I found you all after the basment was almost built all the way. The walls had already been built inside when I found you guys. Great way to catch someone like me up! You all have a blessed day! 🥰❤

[@MrSki-tyvm]

FYI, it's just a tip, always start sheetrock on ceiling then you can butt the factory edge on walls to ceiling. This makes for tighter joints, helps hold ceiling sheetrock up, makes ceiling/wall tapping easier, ensures better heat efficiency. There are some additional reasons. I have done a entire house solo, even made a Sheetrock lift with wood for ceiling. Sheetrocking top part of wall is easy by using a ledger board and wedges. The bottom of the walls becomes easy with the rip cut at the very bottom. Doing it this way results in much less cutting and fitting.

[@michaelbagley9116]

What it teaches your kid about perseverance and success is invaluable. They know that things don't just happen.

[@kelligallicchio325]

I love love love all the blood, sweat, and tears of this cabin build by a couple and their 3 kids along with their fur babies. I pray this ßuild last for generations..,.

[@albertahouck4652]

What an amazing journey you guys have been on. All the hard work is paying off. This timelapse must have been alot of work and it is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing and I'll be watching as you push on making your dreams come true..

[@rachidzafar928]

From Morocco, I wish you success and fulfill your dreams

[@mamareed810]

Amazing looking back at the Build! Even More Amazing that you took care of the kids & 4 legged Fur Babies, cooked, cleaned, AND kept Your Marriage in tact!! Kudos ! BRAVO !!!

[@dianewilson5626]

Amazing wonderful work

[@ricardodeangelo3851]

Congratulations! You've accomplished a lot this past year. You should be proud. I'm happy for you and looking forward to seeing the cabin this year.

[@alicealdridge5985]

I don't get to watch you guys as much as I used to, but I am so very proud of all the 2 of you have accomplished. Great job!

[@carolynlulinski8593]

Gary & Mel awesome ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Swtspirit]

Such Awesome Video of your build of the basement Loved it Enjoyed Watching 🥰🥰

[@Norgesky]

Wow, look what your hard work built. You are walking the path of the true human being, independent and free! Good for you❤

[@lindad2008]

Wow! What an awesome video! Well done Mel. I have watched your journey since you were preparing for your move to AR and I have to say you two blow me away with your courage and determination to build your dreams! My heart broke when you had disappointments and my heart soared when you had all your great achievements. Your kids and Wyatt are going to look back on their childhoods with awesome memories and you are raising some really great kids! Much love to you all from this 68 year old lady that wishes you continued success and strong bones and muscles!!😘😘😘

[@loycemarch8409]

I do not know you personally. But I follow your program. I am very proud of all of you there. You bring happy tears to my eyes often. I am 81. Raised 5 children. There are many offspring.

[@kurtbaker4078]

Great job Mel. You really have a knack for video production. Gary, watching you learn as you go has been inspiring. Not forgetting you folks are raising a family during the same time. All in all, well done.

[@deeanderson7358]

You did an amazing job on this video. Covered everything. You guys are just the best of the best. Thank you for sharing your journey with the world and dealing with all the crap that comes with the internet.. You really should be so proud. Great video. God bless

[@denisecasera3410]

I'm just getting over the shingles four months. Can't explain the pain. You are young to get that Beast.

[@gardnerwilson57]

Another good one guys. One heck of an editing job you did. ( I actually remember each and every scene you showed )! You build memories for yourself and those of us your viewers. I personally thank you both. I also can;t wait to see the upper build!!! Thankful, Me southern AZ.

[@barbarakarman8427]

So much thought and hard work and a great successful team make for a very productive year. Congrats on all you have accomplished

[@lawg3515]

Gary and Melanie, family and friends. Thank you so much for this catchup. I had missed a big chunk of last year and this was excellent. The last time you were just having the block walls filled with concrete and now your progress is so great to see. I will definitely be keeping up with there rest of your build now. Looking forward to this year. You guys work so hard and learning all the time. Thanks guys, love your content and sharing with us. ❤

[@michaelbenson2024]

My pioneers. Your experience has brought back many memories from my past experiences of building a home .Your basement is built to last. You’re next build should be easy because your relationship and build have a Rock Foundation.Thanks for sharing. Michael and Joline

[@terissalynnwatkins9716]

⚘Happy New Year to everyone 2023⚘

[@elizabethbetsyschneider1647]

What an accomplishment and a history for your legacy. I’m so excited to follow you thru the next chapter. ❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@gmariet1391]

I've never understood why anyone would build a home without building in french doors everywhere ! Love the music and teamwork ! ♥️🌿

[@pamelaforth7820]

Hey, dad, I know you're probably not looking for personal advice but here it is anyway. When you're fishing by a fast flowing. Better water like one of the streams I saw in the picture. Have little kids, fish upstream, and you fish downsteam. So you're the last one there and can catch the kids if they fall in as they come by.

[@lmfarms4611]

Beautiful place, I don't know weather you have thought about it but on your brick basement you should fill the bricks to the top. Also a french drain, so that all of the water can run away from the footing.Also water proofing the exterior brick walls. On my house they didn't and now all of the walls are caving in.

[@donnahicks2503]

David has a way of making work look like fun. You all got it together and never let a little rain slow you down. Looking forward to seeing the progress.Love the little desk the wood looks amazing. You have been blessed with friends and family that don't mind a little hard work.

[@c.f.1708]

I was thinking about those blocks. Did ya'll realize, you picked up the same block at least (5). (4) I'm sure you did it by hand by the time it was installed. That is not counting the times some needed to be sawed or adjusted. OUTSTANDING! 1. Loaded on the truck/trailer. 2. Unloaded 3. Moved to job site. 4. Moved to job. 5. Installed Just this old lady's 2 cents.

[@ivanord1764]

Great built. Super efficient and professional. Took your time. You can't hurry these things. But patience and resilience paid off

[@borisperez3129]

I never got reality tv, and compared even to todays movies at least the great majority of them, I’d rather watch this content. Subbed and liked and not just cause Rooster said so, no I did so cause I truly enjoyed watching how to properly seal a basement. Great job 👏🏼 and what satisfaction.

[@pattigsbh4392]

Sorry, we missed premier. This was so emotional and awesome to watch. Even though we have watched every video along the way, seeing it all together was amazing! Every high five and kiss was heartwarming because it meant this build was strengthening your marriage and not tearing it apart. You have every reason to be super proud of yourselves. You have and will inspired many through your hard work on build and fantastic video creating. Looking forward to supporting you this year and hopefully visit you and help one day! ❤🙏

[@GreyBeardIT]

I have loved watching your progress. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Here's to 2023 and all the great things to come for you!

[@mugz90]

1:15:34 the baby had that soul smile 😂😂 I swear she was about to start dancing like James brown

[@OfficialRobDoherty]

3 Mississippi introduced me to y’all! Lemme tell y’all, Welcome to the South!!!! We accept all late comers here with right minds!!!!!

[@dustoff1472]

You all are amazing. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing. Happy New Year, wishing you all the best.

[@danstephens3417]

You did an excellent job on your 2022 recap. You hit all of the high points spot on. Mixing in the family moments is what makes your channel so special. Looking forward to the start of the cabin framing. Build on 2023.

[@timkirkpatrick9155]

good solution to the damp condensation. Venting is everything in houses. When you build the upper floor or floors a cold roof is the way to go. Cold wall weeps and vents too!

[@fzsolt7]

Finally, a construction site where unnecessary trees are not burned but buried! Thank you!

[@18_trama]

Amazing. Only 30 mins in and hooked. What kind of cost is associated with only the build itself. Blessing and keep bein motivation for all your extended YT family!

[@carolschreffler5112]

Greetings from Northeast Ohio from. You killed it Mel. Sobbing in the end honoring all the friends.

[@kgint23]

Omg just came across this video and I'm in tears Goes to show what having a dream and hard work will get you We are completely strangers but I'm proud and happy for you guys Thank you and God bless

[@eleanormassey8559]

This is the first time I've been able to watch the compilation of how far you've come. Awesome guys. Blessings.

[@theapocalypse8273]

Flowerdew Farms here,,,, on our way to Arkansas. watching your year video while we are on the road. Thinking about our dream coming true. Our farm is debt free! Love you guys and see you soon!!!

[@raykemry954]

Tanks for the reminiscent flashback you guys have done so well . Keep it going in a upward direction. Shoot for the roof

[@spiceangel10]

Mel this is an exciting documentary of your lives at the 41.36 up to the very end of 2022. So excited to see the progress for 2023. Bless the complete family for all the accomplishments achieved.

[@janieadames8453]

WOW! When you put it like this. ALOT has been done in just 1 year. CONGRATULATIONS 😁

[@mucxlx]

If you fill gaps with silicone/acrylic you can put a bit of dish washing detergent from the kitchen on your fingers and it wont stick.

[@tonifergie1423]

I am so proud of you guys and your accomplishment. I pray God will allow your great grandchildren to enjoy your Labour and talk about how you 2 did it with your barehands. God bless you, family and friends.. Love you guys.. 🙏🙏

[@danabrown2391]

Amazing what you have accomplished in one year!

[@timeforchange3786]

Wow! Such a talented team. That is in short supply these days. You are truly blessed.

[@lilahnewton7940]

I had to come back and watch again honey. We've only seen snippets of this spectacular build. We've seen some blood sweat and yes even tears. I hope people realize you guys knew nothing about building from the ground up!!! The enormous task you guys dedicated yourselves too showed me what true strength really is. Before the lord decides to take me home, I hope I can make it out to the 41.36. 🤙💜🙋‍♀️

[@kellybrown357]

I just came across your channel this morning. Id like to say thank you for sharing y'all's journey. It's giving me some major encouragement!

[@stanleychan2367]

Gary & Mel, with willing hearts together & God Bless. Works can be done. Press on to see the roof on. Keep going. I’m Stanley from Singapore.

[@joeswartz1843]

And not forgetting his wife, what an amazing woman hard worker

[@nancyinnevada2785]

THANKS FOR BRINGING ALL OF US ALONG 🙏🤗🙏🤗🙏

[@elizabethmacdonald4605]

THAT WAS AWESOME! Thank you Melanie and Gary.

[@54maggiemoo]

So much work. I don't know how you got through the hot days. All the blood, sweat, and tears, but you never gave up. I can't wait to see what you will get done in 2023. I was looking for the sneak peek but didn't see it. 😞😞

[@DougKendig]

"Teamwork makes the Dream work".. out of the mouths of babes.. I love it. - A Contractor..

[@nazairbey2603]

Suppose to secure loads like this like your life depends on it. I understand being at the shipper for hours just to get loaded. But it is very important to take your time and secure your load properly. And along the way during your trip do multiple load checks !