We had an important visitor and a new arrival! Episode 26

[@mariekellHigg]

Don't overwhelm yourselves 'slow and steady wins the race'. Do a list everyday what you want to get done (for the day) and by the end of the week you will be surprised by all you have achieved. Enjoy the journey! The videos don't have to be packed with content just let the camera roll as you are working and we can sit back and enjoy your progress. Take care!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Yes you are right, we need to slow it down a bit and that has been the case over the last 2 videos. I think we were a bit burnt out. 😴

[@davidflynn4967]

Hi guys just reflect on what you have already achieved in a short time 👏👏👏 pace yourselves, set manageable targets for the work and enjoy it too. Sam try a jet wash on the stonework to remove flaky paint and some loose old” mortar” from the joints, it might save some time and be quite effective. If you get patrons support you may be able to hire extra labour if time scales are looking pinched but most of all keep it going guys we are all behind you🙏 Dave Liverpool.👍🏻

[@theirishhomestead]

@davidflynn4967 Thanks for the suggestion. We did think about that but after a bit of research by our engineer on the use of those on stone buildings we have decided against it. Extra labour will hopefully be here once the weather allows for tents & the inclination for friends & family to come visit. 😉🤣

[@bz857]

Don’t burn yourself mate Fantastic stuff!

[@theirishhomestead]

@bz857 thanks pal. 💪👍

[@laurieshields2337]

So happy Toby has found his forever home and can’t wait to see your progress on your home.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, we are just so excited to see it transform into our home.

[@chancellorism]

Good old Toby got an upgrade in life! Right on

[@IFarmWeFarm]

Congratulations on getting the green light. A sandblaster is the proper job for that. Save yourself a whole lot of work. Happy building 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks 👍 no budget for sandblasting sadly. By hand it is. 💪

[@brammetjedejong8619]

@@theirishhomestead high pressure wash. Thats how I got paint from old concrete

[@patriciabrown8301]

I am over the moon Toby is home with you he is beautiful give him a nice brush he will love you and great news about you cottage i am sure it will be lovely

[@theirishhomestead]

Sam gave him a little brush earlier, and he seemed to love it. Thank you for the support.

[@staceyglyde]

I love the interactions between the cats, the chickens, and Toby! More please!!

[@suzilouden5964]

Sandblasting might be a solution especially if you want exposed stone indoors. It's a regular feature in old French houses.......bon courage folks ❤❤❤

[@theirishhomestead]

We were advised against it as it can damage the stone, but like you we thought it may be a good idea. Thanks.

[@TheHavasu_77]

Some advice for having the Rooster (or cockerel as you call him), learn how to move about the house in the dark, because the second they see a light on in your house, they start to crow! 😂 I lived across the street from horse stables and there were wild chickens that roamed around. I loved them! But if you have to get up to pee in the middle of the night, do it in the dark! 😂🐓

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha ha! Luckily he stays quiet until around 5am. As he can't see in the house or leave his coop any the door opens at 6.3pam we don't hear him til them. He must drive the ladies nuts in the coop, though

[@user-nt8ck4zg4z]

Ah that was so sweet to watch the cats with Toby. They look like they are going to be the best of friends. 🥰

[@theirishhomestead]

I think so too. Very cute together. ♥️

[@jeff_n1535]

Gotta give Toby some straw to sleep on now!

[@theirishhomestead]

We will. ♥️

[@Riverside_Homestead_Off_Grid]

I am so happy for you and all the animals who have found a loving home! The cats making friends with Toby are lovely to see! You don't always have to work for our entertainment. I love to see people who have the courage to start a new chapter in their lives and build a self-determined future against all odds. Good decision! Thanks for taking us along on your journey! ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much! YesI think we are guilty of sometimes over worrying we haven't filmed enough. To be fair I enjoy putting the videos out so will continue but will try to worry less over how much interesting content we have. 👍

[@paulnewman2115]

Your giving your kids a great childhood they will have a really strong connection to home when there grown-up

[@theirishhomestead]

I hope so. It us important for us they are really involved in it all. 👍

[@ronanwalsh7024]

Lime and sand render, you can buy fibers to mix through for bonding. A circular wire brush on a 9" grinder would take off most of that lime wash. Much gentler than sandblasting.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, gentler, and cheaper! 👍

[@loredelore7286]

A suggestion. There is a grant for a well available if you have an existing one. Most of the old cottages had a well. 🇮🇪

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the suggestion. 👍

[@marthabergin9023]

Its great you've gotten the grant.

[@theirishhomestead]

Just wish they would give the money upfront lol

[@colettelavery7452]

Sam & Becky you have no idea how delighted I am for you all that you have got the go ahead to start on your home. Correct decision to go with your own idea's and what you can afford. I am so looking forward to seeing you all working together. Daunting but also exciting. Take care of yourselves. God bless xxxx

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you Colette. It is such good news and great we can start in the spring as we had hoped. We were so overwhelmed with all the well meaning advice we were in turmoil. Thankfully we are over it and ready to get going as you say on our own terms.

[@tracybromage-spencer1882]

Well now, isn't he a bit of a dandy! He is proudly strutting in front of his ladies 😅 As for my favourite that lovely Toby.he looked. Abit bewildered but he will come around quickly. He has loads of friends now. Donkey likes company. ❤ What a good episode. ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. To be honest I think he was trying to catch up on some sleep that I disturbed! He was looking a lot happier earlier lol! To be fair he isn't the only one who needed to catch up after he was braying all night! 🙄🤣😴😴

[@tracybromage-spencer1882]

Well I hope everyone will settle down into their new homes. ❤️

[@naomiboisson6966]

Absolutely love the cats just strolling around ❤🎉

[@christopherhinton6456]

teach them values of life.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes it's important.

[@JcUDE]

Beautiful Rooster. He will help build your number of girls to supply for your family. Good for you. Good luck and God Bless from Texas.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. He is a handsome chap and luckily a gentleman! Appreciate you watching us all that way away! 👍

[@drew.evans001]

What a packed episode! so much well deserved and hard earned progress. Sam looks chuffed to bits to be starting the house, and I'm sure Toby is happy to join the family (in his own way!) Congratulations to you all.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Drew. Sam is absolutely looking forward to getting stuck in. I think I got Toby in a bad mood as up until then he seemed quite chipper! 🤣

[@whitedove4920]

so glad you got the rooster. I sure enjoy my flock. They do free range until the snow is too deep and weather too cold. I close them in their eight foot by 16 foot chicken house..

[@annaking9213]

Episode 26, enjoyed.

[@sallywatton2580]

You all need anti vibration gloves for this or you can do long term damage to nerves by prolonged use of these type of tools ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Great point! Thanks.

[@jeojeo9393]

The tussocks in your paddocks can be dug up and put around the pond as they love water

[@annadaurie2435]

A very high-pressure washer cleans the rocks. Saw it done on another channel. A company did it. Love the animals. Congratulations on the grant. It is all coming together.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much. We were so chuffed to get approved. Not that we have the money yet! Fingers crossed, they are happy to pay out at the end. 🍀🤞

[@ronaldlucas5360]

Enjoyed the video especially hearing the rooster crow. Listening to birds singing in the background the song that God gave them to sing

[@theirishhomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@derekcrowe2886]

Loved seeing Toby ‘home’ and the cats interacting with him 👌. I work offshore so recognise Sam’s boiler suit 😆. Main things is concentrate on what you can do and keep having a laugh, it’s got to be fun too.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Derek. Yes Sam's brother works on the rigs. 😉🤣👍

[@SallyHasmuca]

Please put kick boards around the bottom of the shelter if he kicks out its not going to be a good result "vet bills"

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes that's a good idea. Thanks. 👍

[@SallyHasmuca]

Great result though ❤

[@SallyHasmuca]

@@theirishhomestead great idea to fill the front of shelter in somewhat as will prevent wind getting in and lifting and a water butt underneath roof at the rear should supply him with fresh water, that's if you haven't already, Toby is lovely!

[@victoriaburkhardt9974]

Thank you for another fine video.

[@williamyoud2642]

Congrats on the award of the grant, but understandably 13 months to complete the works is daunting but anyone’s reckoning. The noise from the cockerel is music to my ears. I’ll never forgive my neighbours, who were of the urban persuasion, who complained non stop about my cockerel when they moved to the Welsh countryside, to the point he had to go. Toby looks a happy boy with his new stable too, well done, you should be proud of yourselves 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much. Luckily our neighbours don't mi d the sound as they used to keep a cockerel. Toby is definitely making himself heard though, all night! Not sure how this is going to go if he doesn't settle down with it soon. 🫣

[@ChristinaChau-z4r]

I love watching from Texas USA

[@jaymurtagh]

Congratulations you two I am so happy that your grant has come through. I am sure it's daunting to think about the amount of work to be done, but you will get there bit by bit. Do it your way and your pace. Your getting your little homestead going , with Toby, chickens , dogs and cats ( they are really growing btw). Look forward to your adventure into restoring your lovely house.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Jay. We had a major wobble compounded by my getting Sam's bug. We just couldn't see what to to for the best with so much conflicting information. After a few days and few nights sleep, we feel ready to tackle it. 🍀

[@richardzagozeski892]

Have you ever considered getting some Guiney Hens as well? They are very noisy, but they act as watch dogs as well! They will alert you to things going on around your place.

[@theirishhomestead]

We may do but no more animals for a while. Need to maintain ficus on the cottage build for now.

[@morrigans_cottage]

It’s so lovely to see Toby on the land, he’s such a handsome donkey!

[@theirishhomestead]

He is so lovely, if a bit skittish. I wonder if he was abused by someone previously. I have to move slowly with him. He did let me groom him a bit today so that's good progress. ♥️

[@morrigans_cottage]

@@theirishhomesteadhe’ll get there in the end once he realizes all the love and care in his new home :) donkeys are just beautiful creatures ❤

[@SerendipitySharon]

fantabulous developments, glad you got the rooster and Toby loves his new shelter. Love the new beginning with crowing and birdsong.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much, glad you liked it. Hopefully Toby will actually step into the shelter at some point soon 🙄🤣 x

[@seanoneillsongs]

Good news week! Congratulations on all. I'm surrounded by roosters. It's a rare house here that DOESN'T have one and, while they go off at all hours of the day, I enjoy hearing them - when I even notice.. The Guinea fowl too, although I don't think I could live with them. If you were a family living here, before you even began everything you've done so far, the most important thing would have been to invest in a decent videoke machine. Almost three thirty in the afternoon and I can hear someone singing - and they can sing. Great to see how well the chickens and Toby are settling in. Toby's a lucky donkey to have found you. No apology necessary for the time lapse - your speedy kittens always put a smile on my face. All the best for the new chapter.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, Sean. Hope you're having a great time! Sounds like it! 😉

[@annjarvis9300]

Awww how wonderful you can begin your project for your home and Toby looks well happy with his shelter and friends the cockerel is so grand Sam tc and get your strength back luv to you all from us the oldies 🤗🤗🤗🤗👍👋👋

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much 😊 We are so excited to see how the next year pans out. ♥️

[@farrellfamilyadventures9719]

We'll done guys x

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you.

[@andie1769]

Very exciting! Just grooming & carrots and visits to Toby will be good for him. Just getting him used to you all. Slowly start brushing him, the purpose being to get him used to being handled more, getting mud off so he doesn’t get skin problems. Slowly include legs. So that eventually you’ll be able to check his hooves & file them. Lovely scenery at the end of the video at dusk. So pretty. You’ve got a proper farm now! Looking forward to the restoration. Cheers from Oz!

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thanks so much. I went in his shelter yesterday with him (he finally goes in there now after never seeing one before!) He let me groom him. He leaned into me! It made me feel amazing that he trusts me more and more each day. I just wish he would get on well with other donkeys as I do think he needs a pal. Hearing him at night sometimes he sounds so mournful all alone. 💔

[@andie1769]

@@theirishhomestead He needs time getting used to people & other animals. The cats will help, & your little dog if he’s game. Also as spring coming up, he might get a bit flighty. That’s normal, just always be kind & he’ll turn out fine. Might end up being a good guardian donkey if you get sheep down the track!

[@theirishhomestead]

@andie1769 thanks Andie. Thats really kind of you to reassure me. 🥰

[@Mayso1]

Really looking forward to following your progress. It’s so nice see Toby in his new home. Good luck to you all as your journey on the new home begins. 👍🏻

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much! 😊 Exciting days ahead.

[@wanderinwilds]

Great video guys and bless Toby ❤️ thank you for saving him ❤️ xxx

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, he is such a lovely chap I had to give him a nice retirement with some company even if he can't be with other donkeys. ♥️

[@bcarithers22]

How very exciting! Great to see you got Toby!

[@theirishhomestead]

Ahh yes it was such a great morning to open my bedroom window and see him in the field. ♥️

[@louisemcmahon900]

Another brilliant episode. Glad you're feeling better Sam and such wonderful news that your dream project can now officially start, I'm sure I can say that we're all so happy for you that your dream is now becoming a reality👍 and all the work you do together as a family will make the best ever memories. Toby and the chickens and one very handsome rooster are settling into their new homes and life on the farm looks just brilliant, congratulations again for chasing your dreams and taking us with you 🐱🐶🫏🐓🐔🐔

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thanks Louise. It's been a crazy journey but so happy to be here. Lots of craziness still to come I suspect. 😉🤣

[@sharonheron7559]

Love, love love Toby❤❤❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Me too. Just wish he would get on with other donkeys. ♥️♥️

[@jamesdunican1750]

Absolutely fantastic family Ireland needs more people like you 👍 We all know that you will do a fantastic job and make it look great Keep up the great work ☘️🇮🇪

[@theirishhomestead]

Wow, thank you! Much appreciated ♥️🍀

[@dianethompson2458]

Amazing! The grant is in, Toby is home and the rooster is making his presence known. I am delighted that things are going so well. Keep up the good work. I am so excited to see your progress as the weeks go on. Best of luck from Canada.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Feels like a real homestead now. Just need ducks next, but that has to wait a while. Think Sam will kill me if I ask him to build a floating duck house just now! 🤣

[@lieuwina]

I am glad you got the go ahead congratulations. Glad Toby is there finally.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, I love coming out in the morning and seeing him in the field ♥️

[@gardentours]

The rooster 🐔 is taking good care of the 🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓👍 Toby seems to be very gentle 🌝💛

[@theirishhomestead]

He is such a sweetheart. He was nuzzling into my arm this morning. I wish he would get on with other donkeys as he does seem lonely.

[@francesnash5872]

So happy for you. Can’t wait to see the journey. 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you!! We are looking forward to it too. ♥️

[@neutonrenda2303]

Seeing the cats with Toby brings back memories of a cat I had when I was a teenager, he made friends with my horse, and the horse would protect him from the dogs. He would run to him every time the dogs got too playful.👍❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww how lovely is that! I hope they become good friends like your cat.

[@adiemwell]

you can get the sand stone blasted with a sand blaster it will clean the stone to look brand new again

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the suggestion. We did think about that. Will look into it more.

[@petervincent9848]

More like teaching them skills

[@theirishhomestead]

Very much so.

[@suzanneeichman9576]

It’s a good idea to put hay in the donkey shed.

[@theirishhomestead]

Hay is coming tomorrow. 👍

[@Klmnop2380]

My mother-in-law was from County Leitrim.

[@flashchikV2.0]

Feeling so emotional and chuffed for you. Fabulous to see its coming together 🙏🏻 cheered us up no end 😍

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww yeah I teared up when he was playing with the cats. I wish he got on with other donkeys as I do think he is sad. ♥️

[@flashchikV2.0]

@@theirishhomestead could you have one on loan for a month to see if he has socially blossomed?!!

[@macclesfieldufosociety5490]

There's something so wonderful and relaxing about watching other people work. Love you guys. You're the best.

[@theirishhomestead]

Our pleasure! Glad you enjoy the videos. 👍

[@irishrammer7135]

I’ve seen houses being sandblasted and it’s night and day difference 👌

[@theirishhomestead]

We looked into this, but so many people said not to do it as it can damage the stone?

[@brynthomas3484]

Just an idea, would a powerfully jet wash blast the old pointing out for you ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes perhaps, we will give it a try. Thanks. 👍

[@brynthomas3484]

With it being soft behind the outer crust it might push it out, hopefully

[@gerardcullen]

Best of luck with house 🏠 looking forward to all the updates. 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much. 👍♥️

[@DylanRMcCabe]

Wow, the place is really coming to life now, with the cats, chickens, and Toby! So sweet to see them together at the end. Congratulations on getting the go ahead! :)

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you! 😊 It is starting to feel like a proper farm again. All those animal noises! I hope the neighbours don't start to hate us! 🫣

[@helenangelful]

What a week! Delighted you got house grant go ahead, also to new rooster and of course to your friend Toby. He couldnt have moved to a better place. Be happy and enjoy all you have to do in the coming weeks, in lovely Leitrim 💛

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. We love it here in lovely Leitrim. Feeling very content right now. 👍

[@clarelove3738]

Brilliant. Champing at the bit to get going now. That's a very fine looking Cockerell, he's a boss, for sure. Toby probably doesn't know yet how lucky he is, but still a tad confused to be in a different place. Deep breathes, everyone, let's do this 😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Yes, I think he is just settling into his new, much busier surroundings and a shelter, which he doesn't seem to fully understand yet 🤣

[@AnitaMcKeown]

Delighted to hear you got your grant, fantastic.

[@theirishhomestead]

Us too! Thank you.

[@Lifesgood427]

Great news and great additions to your home, good luck, looking forward to the future works!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much! ♥️

[@myownlittlehouse471]

It's looking like a happy little farm! Don't you just love all the animals you have now?!

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes I do! Toby was nuzzling me this morning! He is such a sweetie

[@janettemcleod2]

Brilliant update, congratulations on the new arrival and hopefully Toby settles in and I am certain he will keep one and all entertained. You both looked so on top form and glowing in good health. Brilliant news on the approval, no surprise given the massive work you have gone into being prepared and working out your needs. It will be an exciting journey and this time in 2025 you can have a celebration party to recognise the completion and celebrate the move in. You are both correct that it is brilliant the kids will have forever the KZbin videos of their home being built as a family unit, and of course when you are both in the care home you can share with everyone what you achieved with the kids LOL. I look forward to the next update.

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha ha, let's not think about care homes yet, Joe! As you know, we are very grateful for all your advice, support and faith in our abilities even when we don't. We would be lost without you. 👍

[@heenanyou]

Who could object to a rooster? I love the sound they make. And congratulations on getting Toby, but I do think you need to be able to see if he is in the shed without walking over there. I know it could be windy, but...I would turn that shed opening around. Sam builds thing solid!

[@susanjackson1307]

Welcome Toby and Mr Rooster. And now the fun begins.... if you get bored with one job there is always many more to choose from... 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Very true! Especially if I keep getting animals! 🤣

[@jimmyenglish5509]

What about hiring a stong powerwasher to get the loose mortar off the walls first

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the suggestion. We did think about that but after a bit of research by our engineer on the use of those on stone buildings we have decided against it.

[@jackie6582]

You do what you like your home🤗😉

[@trevoradams3148]

Power washer with jet tip

[@boodori1210]

I was gonna say the same thing. It should deal with both the grout removal and stripping off the white paint

[@theirishhomestead]

We are definitely going to give that a go. Much easier if it works. Thanks.

[@AdianGess]

Well done guys, big respect from Scotland

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much 👍

[@mechanics4all405]

you can sand blast stone back to original look,befor lime wash was put on,great work❤

[@theirishhomestead]

We could but sadly we don't have the budget for that right now.

[@esmeraldaoreilly5945]

Fully on board with your decision to get a cockerel 🐔 I had a beautiful boy that used to sit on the eggs when my broody hen needed a break. He was lovely no trouble whatsoever protected the girls and, like you. I loved to hear him in the morning… He just added to the magic of living in the countryside.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, I'm with you on that. What a great fella that guy was! I'm not sure Arlo has that in him but he is definitely an easy going chap. ♥️

[@grahamyoudell4105]

Great news with the inspector . There’s lads out there who can shot blast those walls… bring them back … a cost… but a good cost ..😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Will look into it. Thanks. 👍

[@yvonnethorpe5224]

Fantastic news you have official go ahead for the project. All the animals are certainly enjoying life and great to see Toby settling into his new home and enjoying his new friendship with the cats😍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. I just wish Toby was better with other donkeys. I hate seeing him alone in the field. At least he has us and the cats here though. ♥️

[@Touringwiththekids]

A donkey!! Oh my gosh, living my dream right now 🤩 Great episode guys xxx lots of love from all of us

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks guys. He is out there braying away as we speak....my cue to go give him a brush! 😉 Hope things are good, will be watching later. 👍♥️

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

The stable is wonderful. Yes a great view. Ahh he will be happy out. Well done. Welcome to the family Toby. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you 🤗 Just hope he is happy here ♥️♥️

[@jacksg1809]

Yay Toby's here...are u going to get him a friend? Great news about the house . Glad Sam feeling better will take a while to get his energy back .

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Toby's previous owner said he had tried him with other donkeys several times and sadly he just gets aggressive with them. 😢 He may just have to have us & the cats for company. 🫏🐈🐈🐈‍⬛

[@monicateeling810]

I had to pause your vlog for a second to shout “ HOORAY”, now you can see your dream coming into reality 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼✅✅✅✅

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you, it feels very surreal at times! ♥️♥️

[@MauraMoloney]

Great news that you got the go _ahead and the Grant approval. Easy does it Toby is lucky to have a good home with ye

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you. I love having him here.

[@markclifton14]

Great news you have got the go ahead. Nice to see Toby settling in . 👍👍👍👍👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Was such a relief. ♥️

[@monicateeling810]

Fabulous vlog and Toby is home and already tried out his beautiful stable. Love the hens all dandering down the stairs of their mansion and back up in the evening. Toby will love seeing everything happening at the homesteads and won’t feel lonely any longer especially with the cats visiting him too. Cannot wait for works to start in earnest 😁😁😁😁😁✅✅✅✅✅

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. The chickens are such good fun to have around. I love how much Arlo (the cockerel) keeps them in his sight. Toby is definitely coming round to his new surroundings. I think I caught him having 50 winks so looked a bit moody! 🤣

[@susanyates4233]

Love your paths and good news about the building. Best wishes from Susan in East Yorkshire.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Susan. The paths are such a godsend to avoid the mud!

[@abigailgerlach5443]

If you're watching out for foxes because of the chickens, keep an eye on the cats too. Hungry foxes will go after cats as well.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks we will keep an eye out. 👍

[@mcnabk1]

M sure Toby would love a friend.. They thrive better together❤

[@theirishhomestead]

His previous owner said he had tried him with other donkeys several times and sadly he just gets aggressive with them. 😢 We will see how he gets on, maybe with a different animal. Thanks.

[@mcnabk1]

@@theirishhomestead ohhh yes.. Sorry.. I remember you saying that now.. Maybe the cats will be enough as they look like they love him already ❤️

[@eddyflanagan8867]

@@theirishhomestead could you get a loan of a pony or donkey to try it out. 🤔

[@theirishhomestead]

@eddyflanagan8867 I may try that thanks. 👍

[@TheHavasu_77]

Also quick question: Could you sand blast all the old lime wash and moss and green off the stone walls?? Might be worth it to get back down to the stones and get all the mud out of the joints. I’m super excited to see this begin!! 😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

We have looked into sand blasting but its way out of our budget. Power washing can be bad for the walls so if we do use it, we have to be really careful. I think we will have to use some kind of stone cleaner.

[@bridgethardy1834]

Try power washing during the cleaning/removal process

[@tnolan3176]

Good idea !! A good tip on a power washer could do what they are doing with the grinders !! Blast that old mud right out of the joints just have to be careful not to get carried away !! It would probably be quicker !

[@theirishhomestead]

We have a power washer and will give it a try but if its not powerful enough we may look into hiring one. Thanks for the suggestion. 👍

[@magcurran100]

I have a donkey just like him ....they are so smart and love company. His shed is great ...well done.

[@theirishhomestead]

@magcurran100 thank you. He got his first ever brushing today. He loves it!

[@BlueVanMan]

You're dead right about listening to people. I had people telling me what to do, and in the end, I didn't know what to do. In the end, I had one mate and his son recommending what we should do. The wife did research on the net, and we decided from there what to do. We had the same attitude as you guys. If it goes wrong, then we sort it out later. What are you going to do for heating? I had an outdoor oil boiler and it's bloody brilliant and the oil companies can do some great deals.

[@theirishhomestead]

Hi! Yes it's just too much when you have so many people trying to tell you what to do. We are researching & there are many ways to deal with the stone work and the whole build to be fair. Not everyone will agree but asking as we can do it ourselves in budget that's all that matters right now. With regards the heating we want an ESSE or similar which will run the boiler & radiators as well as heat & cook! Fingers crossed.

[@LindzandLife]

So excited for you all ❤ I must remember my wellies and a chisel and hammer when I get a chance to pop over again 😂 Absolutely loved the footage of the animals take care lovely's x

[@theirishhomestead]

Please do! All help is much appreciated. 👍♥️

[@roberthawkins4471]

The mud is what the call earth mortar which is earth mixed with lime which was used for laying the stones and then the joints were pointed with lime mortar.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the information. 👍

[@jeanrichardson2044]

Your property is looking wonderful, tidy, green and reflecting all the hard work you have all done.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes, thank you it's definitely starting to feel like spring is coming now. 👍

[@cherylcrane7783]

So pleased you got the grant congratulations to you all 🎉

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. It was such a relief.

[@Sandymac-72]

Congratulations on your great news.... toby looks happy to have a home at last.. See you next week ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. ♥️

[@andrewmaiden3738]

Congratulations on the grant. Everything you are doing, filming etc is creating memories to look back at. Toby has found his forever home and the children may moan at work tasks but it will form their characters and memories as well. Great Video.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I hope they do look back with good memories. I definitely agree it's character building. ♥️

[@susanadams-wauro6716]

Congratulations on the green light on the build/reno's!! That is brilliant news!! Toby!!!🫶🫶 Chickens, kittens, people, sheep to keep him company....he'll be so happy! Well done!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I just hope its enough for him ♥️

[@susanadams-wauro6716]

@@theirishhomestead equines like a herd...you all are Toby's herd. Give a chance to acclimate....he's been solo for quite awhile. He's already making friends with the Ginger kittens...that's a good sign. Now get back to pointing! 🫶😁

[@TrevorByrne-yh1fp]

Delighted about the new on the old house best of luck with everything

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much. 👍

[@lesleylawson417]

Yay toby is home, so happy for you guys x

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I just hope he is happy here. 🤞

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

Happy you received yout go to start fixing the house! Tobi is at his new house and has taken up well with kitties. Things are taking shape nicely.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, yes it feels like things are starting to come together. 👍