HURRICANE HITS OUR CABIN - WE CAN'T LEAVE

[@Vanwives]

We had totally different plans for this week but the weather had something else in mind. We went with the flow and brought you along for the storm… thank you all for sticking with us each week and tuning in for it all- we love our pack! Also #porter 👏🏽 Thanks again to Ritual for sponsoring this video! We love their vitamins because we are showing our bodies some love Remember to use my code 20VANWIVES for 20% off your first month! ritual.com/20VANWIVES

[@cynthiachauncey1991]

So happy everyone is doing well

[@cynthiachauncey1991]

We live in Florida and our State was hit with a Cat. 4 hurricane and almost became a Cat. 5 before making landfall on Wednesday.

[@jo_clarke1960]

You've made a damn good friend in Porter, bet he has a hard time finding enough time to share around everyone to help, he's that type of guy.

[@kaykinnan6560]

Ladies you have "spunk!" (That's a great thing!) We feel so much a part of your adventurous lives because you have allowed us to follow. Thank you for sharing with this 79 year old worn out retired American school teacher. You truly " make my day!" God bless you today and always! See you next week too!

[@heathercummins1644]

You did amazing preparing for the hurricane! 👍👍 So glad you got through it relatively unscathed. I really hope that the wood dries out soon! ❤️❤️

[@smellyolegoat150]

Porter is a super hero. He has such a great attitude. I know the girls pay him, but he always goes above and beyond. I’m so glad the four girls are all okay. Actually, they’re not only okay, they’re thriving, and have a renewed appreciation and sense of purpose for their journey. This was a beautiful video. Definitely one of my favorites!

[@JGW845]

Respectfully, take it from this ol' septuagenarian these 'ain't girls; these are WOMEN!

[@smellyolegoat150]

@@JGW845 I know very well that these are women in all of the very best definitions of that word. I’m referring to the four of them. They refer to Bella and Izzy as “the girls”. I’ve heard them and their friends refer to the whole family as “the girls”. So I refer to the family of four as “the girls” as an all inclusive term of endearment, not in any way disrespecting their power, their savvy, or their unmatched capabilities. You don’t call female dogs women. I guess I could refer to the group as the ladies, but that’s not the terminology that they and their loved ones seem to use to refer to their little four member nuclear family. I do appreciate the respect you were showing Crystal and Jazzy by making that point though. 😉👏

[@JGW845]

@@smellyolegoat150 That's why I started out with "respectfully." I get that you mean it as an affectionate term. If I was to include the dogs too I would probably use the term "ladies" as they are such a class act.

[@saramullens1786]

What's crazy is I thought about Porter this video! Glad everyone is ok

[@cathybones4107]

thnkfully we do not get wizard of oz weather we all just moan about the rain here

[@yolandacastillo4399]

As a Texan living on the coast, I have been thru many terrifying hurricanes. I thought about you and I'm not surprised how well you are doing. Your hard work and lifestyle allows you to overcome so many challenges.

[@texasjustice1861]

I agree.. I am not sure where your located, but going through Harvey was a swift kick in the pants. Out of all the hurricanes/ tropical storms, I put Harvey 1st, then Ike as 2nd.

[@asseater1895]

Too bad ur still alive

[@shirleycooper5674]

I've been through many hurricanes. Harvey, Ike, Katrina and others. I'm praying for you. I'm in Galveston, Texas.

[@Vanwives]

Aww Yolanda, so sorry to hear you have been thru many hurricanes. We are very grateful to be doing well. Our love and thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by Hurricane Fiona and Ian. We are honoured to have you in our community.💛💛

[@Red-ct6wx]

Porter put everyone else’s needs and safety before his own family!! Praying everyone is fine 💙

[@Vanwives]

Hey Julie. Porter is a special person. Porter and his family are also well. We were happy to hear. See you next Sunday!💛💛

[@majbrat]

Thank you Porter

[@twogirlsabroad5173]

Yes thank you Porter!!

[@boeboeboeboe2305]

Came here to find about how Porter is doing, happy to know that y‘all are safe! Greetings from Germany 🧡

[@pontiuspilot5887]

In May 1953 my family arrived in southern Ontario! October 1954 Hurricane Hazel hit Toronto as an extratropical Category 1 storm! I was just shy of turning 7! I have memories of looking out at the parking lot next to our home! Since then I have many more memories of living through extreme weather! It is truly amazing to be able to look back in the immediate present afterwards. I've said it before! If you aren't a Canadian when you arrive, one year of Canadian extreme weather will make you one! It's what connects and brings us all together! Congratulations for surviving your first major storm! Peace

[@olivap54]

So happy to know that all four of you are safe. Props to Porter who came to help when you needed him.

[@ltv..123]

Your appreciation of what you have is right on. I lost my wife of 30 years due to cancer this spring and now I am fully aware of how much cherishing the moment no matter what it has brung is really what matters. No matter how hard you hope, nothing lasts forever....but love...........

[@kath9790]

Hi Ladies, So glad you are all OK and that your property had little damage. I am sorry that there are millions of people affected by this storm. My thoughts and prayers go out to them all. To all who read this please do your part and help those who you can!!! Even a small kindness go a LONG WAY!!!

[@Vanwives]

Hello Kath. Thank you. Yes we agree, our thoughts are with all those who have been impacted by hurricane Fiona and Ian. Yes always choose kindness. 💛💛

[@charliemeier8076]

I was concerned about you guys in this storm. So glad you are safe!

[@Vanwives]

Hey Charlie. We are so lucky to have kind people like you as part of our community!💛🐾

[@charliemeier8076]

@@Vanwives It was a relief to see your post notification pop up, because I knew that you were ok enough to let us know you were still here. Looking forward to seeing you next Sunday.

[@jalieeen]

Coming from Louisiana I have seen and been in enough hurricanes to know they are not predictable. So glad you didn't have any major damage. Wind and water are the worst to recover from. Glad you are safe.

[@Luvsake00]

So sweet of your neighbor to come check on y’all!

[@jmk1962]

So pleased to hear you weren't badly hit by the storm. I was worried about you all. Stay safe. x

[@NoDecaf7]

You two did an awesome job preparing. Porter is an incredible worker and friend. I grew up in South Louisiana, I understand that eerie feeling outside before a big storm. I'm glad your property didn't see too much damage and all of the structures were intact. What an awful year for storms.

[@anneyday3493]

REALLY glad you came thru so well! Porter definitely deserved an MVP award. My son's family is living without power, working bathroom, running water etc outside Ft. Myers, Florida right now, thanks to hurricane Ian. Gotta respect the power of nature. Prayers for Canada!

[@semlohde1]

My vietnam buddy went from ft myers to a friend's home in cape coral- they have a whole home generator. The eye of the hurricane went right over them with no outage. The next day my friend went home to just some roof missing but had power. He just got some blue tarp up a few weeks ago and as of Dec 1 no roof repair. This videonis fantastic and scarey. I'm just at the rain starting.

[@victoriacruz175]

Thank you for shedding light on Puerto Rico! As a Puerto Rican in New York with 80 year old grandparents living on the island, PR often gets over looked in the US. So thank you for bridging communities! We are in this together. Blessings. 🤍

[@Lonelynope]

So happy you girls are so willing to work so hard to live your life style. Good job. Prayers for everyone affected by the hurricanes

[@TexasLocalProduce]

Yeah, right?!?! Most ppl. are slackers! These ladies are inspiring.

[@Lonelynope]

@@TexasLocalProduce they sure are! I love watching them put so much time and hard work into their land.

[@jluecking5596]

Very driven, very talented.

[@jluecking5596]

This video is like an award-winning documentary - warm, inspiring, deep. I love Porter coming through every time, and your kind neighbors. Peace and thank you. Really enjoyed this one.

[@penny-n-kentucky447]

So glad you guys are safe! Coming from someone who deals with tornadoes, I would think about making/buying storm shutters. They can help protect you from flying debris. ❤

[@JGW845]

(Florida native) where they are the need for storm shutters is so rare vs the cost has to be considered. They are in a fairly protected place.

[@EFTProf]

Yup! Seeing you both sitting in front of your big picture window, had me thinking; "They have shuttes , so that will fine won't it?" But NO! Big Oops!..,

[@bobbiejeanraper5156]

Glad that you made it through the storm safely. Much love to you all.

[@tesssa-villegrace1478]

Prayers to those who have been affected by the hurricane. Glad you are safe and sound. God bless.

[@mikemullay5622]

I am so glad you are both okay. I could see the anxiety in Crystal's eyes before the storm hit, and the palpable relief you both were feeling after the storm had passed. Kudos to your level of preparedness. We could all take a lesson from both of you. Be well and see you next Sunday.

[@Vanwives]

We sure were a little unsettled before the storm. Oh such relief, one never knows what to expect from Mother Nature. Thank you for tuning in Mike, we really appreciate it! 💛💛

[@philstreeter9703]

Thank God you four are alright. I've been in Florida during a hurricane and it was awful. The forest was your saving grace and the clearing you did. Being off grid as well as not living on the coast are a blessing. Porter, you are a Saint. Stay safe girls. Much love ❤️ from Brampton.

[@HurricaneHeather]

There is nothing like being able to persevere on your own. I've been a one woman show most of my life, doing what had to be done because there was no one else to do it. Keep empowering yourselves with knowledge and the confidence that comes from experience. There is always a first time for everything. Love you, Pack!

[@Vanwives]

Aww Heather thank for all the love. Good on you for being a one women show. Thanks for the inspiration. See you next Sunday.💛💛

[@RillaG]

We live on a gulf island in BC and have tons of power outages here, so although we're technically "on grid" for electrical/phone/internet, we also have solar battery packs for our phones/computers, woodstove for heat, water cisterns and a berkey for clean water, headlamps, and always keep our 72 hour emergency packs updated and our pantry full. We also never let our car gas tank get below half. Doesn't hurt to be prepared, especially knowing we are long over due for a big earthquake here.

[@susanlombardo8444]

So happy to hear you girls are ok!!!! I can’t imagine how you girls felt being in the woods alone, in the hurricane. Yes, your girls are great roofers!!! So glad the hurricane did not do devastation to your property or spirit!! We were dealing with Hurricane Ian, high strong wind bands and heavy rain on the southeast Florida coast. We, like you, are Blessed we did not have devastation, like other places have. Say a prayer for those who lost so much! ✅✅✅✅✅🥰

[@Vanwives]

Hey Susan great roofers we will take it.!Yes our hearts and thoughts are with all the people impacted from Hurricane Fiona and Ian. Very sad when life’s are lost.❤️❤️

[@lynnwilliams4006]

Although the results in Canada from fiona is sad and many people were greatly affected, it was not a hurricane at that point. It was a tropical storm or cyclone. Not the same thing as being in a hurricane.

[@CLFL14256]

@@lynnwilliams4006 what's in a name if the devastating results are the same?!

[@jackblack2557]

glad y'all are ok and safe one thing to consider is CB radios and see if porter has on 2way radios work regardless of storms and other problems

[@brianenglish1298]

I am glad you are safe. Being prepared keeps you mentally strong. I am so proud of both of you. Not only did you take care of yourselves, you have helped so many by sharing.

[@Vanwives]

Well Brian we appreciate your core of confidence. We are happy to have you as part of our community. 💛🐾

[@RocketDegree]

Pro tip, bury tomato stems as deep as you can so they create more roots and allow for a better yield

[@amyfu2047]

I feel like you two are going to be a support for your families as the world continues down our current path. I'm so impressed with both of you and everything you have accomplished!! Be strong and carry on! I look forward to seeing your adventure continue this winter.

[@leebeedav]

So glad your planning and preparing set you up for this!! Sending love to anyone affected by recent hurricanes!! 🙏🏻

[@danielwellard7397]

Good to hear that both Jaz and Crystal are both safe from the hurricane. Love to see both of you in all your videos. Jaz you are always happy and joyful and Crystal is a natural beauty.

[@cygbo]

You young ladies are amazing. Glad you are both okay. It's nice to know that your neighbors and friends are so kind and helpful.

[@terrilepine9065]

I was concerned about you guys in this storm. So glad you are safe! Porter is a super hero. He has such a great attitude.

[@catherinebrown1225]

You beautiful souls! I never comment on anything, however, I'm so happy you two and the fur babies are good. Your family have inspired me so much to get out and just try. I'm driving a tractor and tackle projects that I would not have attempted. When fear of operating chainsaw, or our tractor, my husband would remind me "those two did it, you can too!" Your right and with courage, I figure it out! Inspired! Love you guys and thank you for sharing your life! I gotta go now, I have another chainsaw lesson.......work is never done. Shout out to Porter and the great community around you! This is what inspires me to create around me. Go Pack!

[@Vanwives]

Oh la la Catherine.. so many compliments.. thank you.. most importantly so happy that you are learning so many new things and enjoying it. You never know if you like it until you try- such an empowering feeling to give it a go. Bella and Izzy are family so thank you so much for including them.. See you next Sunday 💛

[@rhondazappalewis3685]

I'm so sorry about the hurricane in Canada, and glad you both are safe! It hit Florida and practically demolished it! Aas well as South Carolina! My thoughts and prayers are with everyone that has been affected. 🙏💞

[@JNC7]

7:00 - Those “creepy feelings” are a holdover from our mainly primitive survival days; its something similar to how animals can sense something bad that’s weather related and flee before they are caught up in it. I think that the more you’re in nature, the more connected to your instinctual side you become.

[@trissyinca]

IVE been waiting since 6:30 pacific time! I hope yall are okay! sending good vibes! I just bought my first van because of you lovely ladies

[@Vanwives]

Oh Trista sorry we were late today we had a glitch. 😔 Happy we could be an inspiration but look at you buying your first van oh the places you will go and the people you will meet! Enjoy.💛🐾

[@tedwardfox]

Only half way through video, but I am so proud of you ladies. No panic and no rushing around doing nothing. I have a friend sho lives in Florida and with Fiona and Ian hitting, she just froze in place. She had to be picked up and carried out to another of her friends' truck and evacuate. Again, as part of those who care for you two, pus the dogs, I want to say how impressed I am.

[@marnibrown01]

So glad you’re okay and with minimal damage! This was a fantastic video! Excellent storytelling, you ladies are amazing and Porter is a superhero! Thanks for sharing!!! ❤

[@Vanwives]

Hey Marni, thank you for sending us so much love, we appreciate all the accolades as well.. Porter is a gem and we are so happy to have him on our team! See you next Sunday!💛🐾

[@lhenkle6039]

I am so glad you didn't have any major damage and that everyone is safe! Praying that everyone in your area is okay and that everyone can repair the damage that occurred.

[@69burbon]

I love what you are doing. This episode sums up what being self sufficient is all about. Great job you 4 (can't leave out Bella and Izzy).

[@Vanwives]

Aww Jim.. thanks for including Bella and Izzy they are part of our Pack that is for sure our family! Thank you for all your positive comments.We are happy to have you as part of our community!💛🐾

[@trishaprice3563]

So happy y’all made it ok. Living in Texas my whole life on the coast has taught me to never take water for granted, it can kill and destroy any and everything, but it can be beautiful too. I live in the desert of west Texas now and miss the rain dearly and wish a storm would come through the other side of the states so we could get some rain from it, but that rarely happens. Stay safe and enjoy your green landscape.

[@Mtnsunshine]

I’m so glad Mother Nature was kind to all in your neck of the woods. Prayers going out to all who have been hurt by both Fiona and Ian.🙏💗

[@LD-lddh]

We lived for 20+ years in Florida so we know how scary and destructive hurricanes can be. Fiona was a bad one so very happy you were not negatively impacted. Count your blessings. Now we have terrible devastation to the southwest of Florida. Although we no longer live in Florida we have many friends and family so we are heartbroken for them. Love your videos.😍

[@brassedoff2437]

I'm in the UK and the first people I thought about when I heard the storm was going up into East Canada was you two and I know I'm not the only one. That is the measure of how appreciated you are! Take care and keep up the good work!

[@sherryheim5504]

Whew!! I am glad you four fared so well through the storm. As you were covering your woodpile I thought, those ladies have no ideaaaah. I was hoping you would wrap rope around the tarps but in the end, things didn't turn out as badly as I had feared and your wood at least basically stayed stacked. Most of your property seemed to do pretty well. Now you know if you should ever need to prepare, where you did well and where you will modify next time. I was surprised not to see shutters on your windows and everything else that was glass because here in the States when hurricanes are coming, shuttering up is a first line defense measure along with sandbags. Your windows seemed to be fine so I am happy for you and also that your puppy did okay in waiting so long to go outside and relieve her bladder. Have a good week and I hope you don't need to spend too much time cleaning up and doing repairs. I am thinking how cute your little cabin might look if you built shutters for your windows that you could use if every you have to deal with a storm again. See you all next Sunday and thank you for the update. Again, I am so glad you all are safe and your house is still standing and seeming unscathed. Kudos on the roofing job!

[@babyboomersdownunder]

So happy to hear and see that you two and the fur children are safe and sound. Thank you to Tyler & Todd for checking up on you. Stay safe, Hugs from Australia.

[@theresagariepy1505]

So glad you were both safe and survived Fiona. Your messages to everyone were amazing! I am from Ontario and live in Florida now. I was also very lucky to have very minimal damage from Ian. Never take any thing for granted!! Keep being you girls! Love your videos❤️❤️ Theresa

[@arthyland]

Really very proud of you Ladies and extremely relieved the four of you weathered Fiona. Porter is such an awesome fellow , sure am glad that someone like him is around to lend you a helping hand with some of the projects. Sending positive energy and prayers to all who have been affected by the storm. Catch ya on the flip side .. 🐾🐾 Paws Up 🐾🐾 .. Cheers.

[@anslowp1]

waiting on a hurricane is nerve wracking! Just dealt with Ian here in central Florida. 15:51 - I totally understand that look of fear/concern/uncertainty on Crystal's face. Glad things are okay for you two!

[@maryhart637]

So thankful that you weathered the storm with flying colors❤🙌😎 You both are so strong, so grounded and SO organized! All your hard work in setting up your homestead and preparing your land (in advance of any threat) paid off a thousand times in the hurricane👏👏👏 You are role models for conscious living❤❤❤❤ Stay safe, be well and see ya next time👋👋👋

[@vincentminor1638]

You have no idea how hard I have been praying for your safety. I thank the Gods you are doing well. May you be blessed always. Big Bear Hugs from Arizona.

[@julescaru8591]

Glad you’re ok ladies and not too much damage around the cabin, my heart goes out to those not so lucky 🌈🙂🐶🐶

[@Maureen-o8w]

heartfelt coverage of the hurriance 1 year ago. beautiful to see your self sufficiency and the presence of community!

[@JenSwarbrick1966]

I was really worried about you two and Tyler and Todd. I'm so glad you were able to weather the storm (no pun intended) relatively unscathed. The damage is some of the areas is absolutely devastating and heartbreaking to see. Glad you're both (plus the furry kids) are okay.

[@chrisflavelle1200]

Having not been through a hurricane, other than the tail ends of two while sailing down the west coast during my time in the Navy, preparation is everything. As a suggestion while you are waiting for your solar system to be completed and you need to keep warm, it would behoove you to keep at least a three day supply of wood in your garage. This will keep you going until things dry out and you can always dry your outside wood with the heat from the stove and keep a steady supply of wood going to keep you going. I've used this trick on several damp camping trips and it keeps people more comfortable. Glad you made it through this trial by water and wind.

[@donal5771]

Given that Porter and his family were working to help others prepare for the weather, I'd love some info on how he, his family and their business survived. Glad you're all okay and that you're hurricane certified roofers :)

[@ROSIEH007]

Your video makes me tearful, and also thankful that you and your loved ones, i.e. furr babies and property are ok. Take care gals. We love you.

[@tomas5376]

There’s nothing better than being well prepared, and you two crushed it!👏👏👏🙏🏼

[@mimivazquez7015]

There is a community in Florida that is 100% solar and no one lost power and they had minimal storm damage. When you go solar, it’ll be another relief for you. Blessings!

[@myshellee]

LETS GET AS MANY LIKES ON THIS AS WE CAN- OR COMMENTS TO SHOW PORTER HE'S THE MVP 🥳 This one's for Porter- if your reading these comments thanks for being a true east coastener and going about and beyond to help these ladies. You truly are the MVP. Wish there was more of a way we could all say thanks but likes and comments are all we got 🙂

[@jenjenpinto431]

I’m so glad you guys are ok and that there was no problems. And yes, the roof didn’t fly away. From Texas with Love

[@livkhammonds]

This is such a haunting and beautiful vlog. I'm so glad you guys were safe! It's so sweet seeing members of the community take care of one another 💚

[@davidsmith1620]

We were down that way during Hurricane Fiona, near Pictou in a rented 30 foot mobile home for a vacation. It was a bad as you showed, but everyone pulled together and we all made it work. Community, even among strangers, is a powerful thing.

[@bobbilong4873]

Glad you two are safe, great job on preparing

[@saramackinara5259]

I live in Pictou County, and we have been wiped out by the storm up here. Huge swaths of people here still don’t have power after 10 days. We have so much tree loss, it is absolutely devastating. I love watching the videos you gals share with the world. Come up to Pictou County anytime for a visit. We’d love to have you (once all the roads have been cleared from the trees and power poles!)

[@camillabird]

What a relief! Glad you all did so well. And super glad that tree didn't hit the greenhouse! What a great reminder that winter is coming and the inside of the cabin is your life in winter! Ty for taking us on your journey :)

[@canamrider7195]

Those trees can be a blessing or a curse. They proved to be your good luck. So many people got wiped out, especially in Florida with H'Ian. Makes me feel really fortunate to be living in Montana.

[@williamdecker3989]

Glad you two made it through without a scratch! Way to pull through Porter!

[@heatherm9700]

Porter is just about the sweetest thing everrrrr!!! Amazing example of preparedness and teamwork. We should all be so blessed to find partners we are in sync with, so many amazing things accomplished! So glad you're safe!!

[@vincentgiasson7551]

I'm really happy that you girls (and the dogs) are ok and safe. What a great video, thank you for sharing this traumatic experience with us. Two thumbs way way up for this video!

[@brianhunt1636]

I too recently (this summer )moved to Nova Scotia (cape Breton) from Ontario. Gave up my 20 year career for a better life. I too never experienced a hurricane. Watching your video totally put me back 2 weeks ago. I too was stressed with the unknown. Like you guys lived in an area that was sheltered and not costal. Glad you all safe. Love the videos.

[@Angela-1974]

Glad you guys are ok. Sending love and light to all affected by this ❤️🙏🤗

[@pj-light-glass]

You both got everything done in good order prior to Hurricane Fiona. I'm in North San Diego, mild weather most of the time, summer was insanely hot everywhere, but no huge storms. And this past week, Hurricane Ian slammed big chunks of Florida, 3 million were out of power at one point, 23.7 feet of flood/surge water in some areas. 1000's of permanent RV's , travel trailers, mobile homes which there are many, all underwater. Some folks have even lost their lives. 😯😥. Yet many areas didn't flood, but sustained high winds. It's a lot to comprehending. You two are in a good spot, the forest around you protected you 💖🌈💖🌈💖

[@RuffnItOutdoors]

Nice to see you all held up friends! Your construction skills have paid off. Everything looks secure. Glad to see you guys are safe and not too much damage

[@carmenfrau3248]

I live in Ponce, PR. south of the island. We got hit by Fiona with very high winds and about 25” of water. That was 2 weeks ago. I was without power nor water for about 20 days. Right there is little water pressure and the power comes and goes. It was terrible, not comparable to hurricane Maria in 2017 but lots of damage was done. The island is about 80-85% with power. The center, south and west were the main sectors impacted. Happy for you girls. Love following you and seeing how self sufficient you are. Un abrazo desde Ponce, Puerto Rico🤗

[@mochibear8933]

We all need a friend like Porter 🫶 What a good guy. Glad you are okay. Must've been pretty frightening in a little wooden house in the middle of nowhere. Always lovely to see communities come together in times of need & look out for each other. A nice reminder of the good in this crazy world.

[@eunicerios3629]

So glad you were safe after the hurricane Fiona. I am from Puerto Rico and no stranger to hurricane. Here there are still people without water or electricity after more than a week since the hurricane hit as only a category one hurricane.

[@candacetaylor5993]

I’m so glad that the 4 of you are doing good ! ❤

[@shawnoreilly3159]

Very happy to hear you weathered the storm so well. On a side note... take the tree that fell, and put it on top of the tarps. Its green so its heavy and won't blow away, and it will need time to season anyway, so its a good way to keep everything safe and dry under the tarp

[@carolynjones1598]

So glad my fav duo is safe! Thanks for keeping us updated!!💕

[@paulroy7276]

I live near Niagara Falls , NY , USA. I've been watching or gone back and seen most of your post on youtube. I'm amazed at all the two of you have done. Seeing storms around the southern US , but only on TV and this storm that Eastern Canada has been through is just something. My prayers go out to all those in need. Glad you both had only minor damage. And now the southern and eastern US at being hit by the next storm.

[@phyllisedwards4978]

So happy that you didn't that much damage and you both and the puppies are safe and sound

[@lancearn7332]

I lived and worked in the Cyclone corridor of the Pilbara in Western Australia for 12 years and experienced many cyclones, including a couple of CAT4. You did everything right in the way you prepared for the incoming storm and stayed tuned into the emergency services broadcasts. Well done. Good to see you all got through unscathed and was impressed how you and your community checked on each other and helped to clean up. Small communities are the best, and they care for each other in the rough times. .. .. You girls deserve a drink, and give yourselves a pat on the back for a job well done.. .. Looking forward to your next vid...

[@RamonaLuna44]

We just made it through hurricane Ian here on the east coast of Central Florida!! So glad you girls made it through and had everything in order, as well as amazing friends like Porter to help you! I wouldn't have made it without my incredible neighbors, and of course my Jackery to get me through 48 hours without power! We got this girls! Prayers to you always! Edit: sustainable living for the WIN!!

[@anslowp1]

Glad you made it through Ian! Greetings from Oviedo!

[@tdryan22]

IAN destroyed my yard/house/ cars/ and town 👎🏼, but I’m alive!! Glad you are too 😃

[@dantheman9228]

Girls hopefully there will not be a next time but get covers for your windows just in case as all it takes is a flying tree branch and the hurricane is inside your home. Glad you all came through okay.

[@Toddzilla3113]

That hurricane was super hairy and could have changed your lives in a terrible way. Thank goodness you guys and the dogs are okay. Great job preparing, and big shout outs to Porter. What a super hero. Seriously, you should get that guy a cape and a costume. He deservers so much more credit, Also shout out to the local community for looking out for one another. Your surrounded by good people, and it's inspiring to us all.

[@johncook5391]

I'm so glad that you ladies did so well and only your firewood got soaked, which can be replaced. It's great that your shed arrived in time to store all your louse items in it. I hope Tyler and Tod were fortunate, as well.

[@zingloa7193]

So happy you ladies are safe. Much love. Coming all the way from Mississippi.🙏🏽💪🏾💞

[@Vanwives]

Hey Zing, sending you much love as well. Thanks for your concern. Happy to have you here from Mississippi. 💛🐾

[@rayfreeman2305]

Being a born and raised Nova Scotian (now in Alberta) I started worrying about you two about a week before Fiona hit as I knew what the potential damage could be. I saw some pretty massive storms when I lived there. One in the 1950's blew down whole swaths of trees in the forests. I knew you had cleared most of the trees from around your home so I was more worried about a tree falling on one of your vehicles than on your home. I was most concerned about the green house and the toilet so I am happy to see that you had very little damage. I presume you live close to Bridgewater so you got it much easier than if you lived east of Halifax.

[@MrYisc]

Am glad that you are all okay and made it through safely. Also a big shoutout for the way this video was editted. Very well done.

[@stubertg5241]

Glad you're okay. We had a bad storm in Melbourne this time last year that caused a lot of devastation. As a first responder I was continually impressed by the preparedness and or resilience of the affected communities. In the absence of any outside help they looked after each other. This is the ideal.

[@caitlinboycher8596]

I was hoping you guys made it through. We just finished up with our slap of hurricane Ian in NC. Hoping the Floridians watching made it through okay!

[@suzylewis7309]

Where in NC are you located? I'm next to Cape Lookout near Atlantic Beach.

[@fourleafclover9271]

SWFL here, it’s a mess here , grateful to have a home left.

[@comedianmattrossey]

Being from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, was there until I was 21, I remember 2 hurricanes when I was growing up. I've seen the frequency of them pick up in Nova Scotia considerably over the last 15 years, and they aren't getting nicer. In a weird twist, now I live in Toronto. It's like we flipped places. And I want to go into an off grid life style as I'm finding I don't really like big cities as much as I used to. They are lifeless in many ways. I want to be challenged everyday still. Challenged to survive. Challenged to learn. Challenged to grow. An off grid life, from what I've seen, would do just that. I'm also sick and tired of giving everyone else my hard earned money and each year have nothing to show for the work and life I've lived. Seeing the both of you on your property back in my home province really makes me think the life you, Eamon and Bec, Max and Occy, Trent & Allie, Shawn James (My Self Reliance), are all living the lifestyle I want to have. I just have to get my wife here from the Philippines and show her that it can be a very great lifestyle to have. Unlike VanLifers, I spent a majority of my life in tour buses, planes, trains, touring the world working, and in a way there are a lot of similarities between VanLife and Off Grid Living and Touring as a Stage and Instrument Technician. Your modern version id=s the backwards of what I used to live for, and now at 51 I'm wanting the life you have and want to leave my old life behind and move on which is moving somewhat backwards to where I was, but atleast it feels like where I'm supposed to be. This might all sound like hurricane Fiona might have had a direct hit to my head, scrambling me up. But no, no hurricane to the head, hell, not even wind blowing what's left of my hair out. Just a longing for the freedom I recognize as being LIFE and LIVING FREELY. Thanks for an awesome windy video, look out for flying squirrels as Nova Scotia doesn't have any actual flying squirrels, and they are probably being lobbed at you, not flying to you, because of the hurricane. Keep Safe and Always Inspiring, Matt - Toronto, Canada

[@luciarojas9195]

So glad you are ok!! You are both so badass!! Be safe.

[@Vanwives]

Hey Lucia.. thank you for your concern and your love. 💛🐾

[@markpukey8]

It's funny. I've been through a few hurricanes, and whenever you come through all right, you think "Whew, we go lucky this time. It could have been so much worse!" But you tend to gloss over the fact that the REASON you came through so light was because you worked so hard to be ready for it! I imagine all your year round neighbors prepare just as hard, but can you imagine how you would have fared if this hurricane hit when you had only been at your cabin for a month or so? The difference is YOU TWO! It's your hard work and your spirit. So I'm glad you came through this so easily, but don't forget to give yourselves credit for doing your part very well and being ready for it.

[@upnorthandpersonal]

Definitely get the solar system going, with a nice big battery. Even in situations like this when there is no sun, you can be much more fuel efficient with the generator by using it to charge the batteries. Having a large battery with a few days or even a week of autonomy also means that you don't have to get the generator going right after a storm hits, but you can focus on other things that might be more urgent than basic things like power.

[@davidkettell5726]

How nice of your neighbors to come and check on you , i am glad you are ok and did not have too much damage.

[@russellcook8192]

Big relief to see all of you are fine. Heart-warming to see how you & your neighbors check on and help one another. And, Porter is still a total rockstar!!!!

[@Vanwives]

Hey Russell, thanks for your concern. We sure have wonderful neighbours, a great community. Porter and his family are safe and Porter is totally a rockstar!!💛💛

[@TheJenna52]

while I don't live off grid I do live in hurricane land (Florida). I plan like I do live off grid. We keep generators on hand with extra gas and propane as well as bottled water. Ian came through and took out the power in my neighborhood for 3 days. Our house was all good. We checked on our neighbors and for the most part all was well. Glad you came through ok 😊

[@Shelty6]

Glad to hear you survived the hurricane without too much damage. Very sad for those that lost their homes. I am grateful you have Tyler and Todd nearby enough to check on you. It is good to have those friends that care about you. Hugs!