Whoops. Cabin renovations take an unexpected turn

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[@MaxandOccy]

Welllll a bit to unpack on this one 😅 So what project should I tackle next?? Also, I can't say enough how much I love this new merch line. These are top quality, sustainably made and something I would legit buy straight away if I saw it in a store. I want Kind Co. to be a symbol. If you see someone out there wearing it, stop and have a chat, build connections, ask how they're doing 💛 Very excited for what's to come. maxandoccystore.com/ *A quick note about the merch store. The currency default is USD. You can change the currency at the $ icon in the top right corner. Sorry if this caused confusion in the past!

[@Bea_Sowul]

🎉🎉🎉 congratulations Max and Occy ❤🐕🤗

[@MaxandOccy]

@@Bea_Sowul Thanks so much!!!

[@sklinger306]

Love the beanie. Definitly will get one. Keep up the work. FYI please do some investigation about betterhelp. Saw some videos about them and and then the company no longer looked so good. Just take a look and then decide whether you want to continue recommending them to your followers. The decision is ultimately up to you

[@melissahall6129]

Okay, fridge cavity next… cut out the wall underneath the power so your fridge can face the kitchen (P.S you could also install plumbing and get yourself an ice/water fridge) rather than walk into the other room to access

[@sassyh154]

Hmmm, girlfriend... way to go Max.. you deserve some happiness... 💜

[@Silkytoaster]

Girl friend ? You kept that quiet 😂 . We all can’t wait to meet her . ❤

[@anonymousanonymous5332]

Yes! Exsqueeze me! Gf!?!?!?! Intros please thanks 😂

[@MaxandOccy]

I'm very very sneaky 💛

[@suec832]

kept it quiet then just snuck in a mention real quick lol. so happy for you Max 💗

[@marywilliamson3091]

@@MaxandOccy Not sneaky enough to shhhhh tho :D

[@eileenostach]

@@MaxandOccy. I saw the pocketbook in the left cabinet and was like UMMMMM 😂😂

[@pilgrimpeace7763]

I am so happy you have someone special in your life. You deserve amazing happiness.

[@terrimccullough724]

I was thinking the same thing. It gets lonely being by yourself 24/7.

[@dreabaronyork6658]

Who else ran to the comments to make sure they heard that casual gf mention to make sure they weren't crazy and hearing something 😂😂😂

[@kristinrasch9450]

I did...i actually ASK my self If Max IS ever seeing Meeting someone in that lonelyness of a Paradies.❤ Well, He revealed IT this time. ❤🎉

[@cimwennstrom4716]

I'm so happy I wasn't the only one who were surprised by the "gf" comment, I thought I had missed something!! Happy for you, congrats!

[@awesomeniecy9242]

First I heard of a gf too, I thought I have watched every video especially since he optained this property 🥰

[@kathykeene2092]

“My girlfriend is going to be stoked!” Love it! You had a twinkle in your eye the entire video.

[@kimoaks6999]

Best outro EVER!

[@deborahthatsme]

Great job Max - with the “gf” intro casually slipped in - I think the next project should be a bathroom! 😊❤🎉 🚽

[@jmk1962]

Now that he has a girlfriend it will have to be 😂

[@tommyandbellasadventures]

New king-size bed, wink 😉 😜

[@spacemonkey200]

Hot tub under the stars! 🥂😂❤

[@earthstar2493]

Lol I must have dozed off before the end. It explains so much, I was thinking he played on the other team.

[@deborahthatsme]

@@earthstar2493He has had a long term gf in the past - and what difference what “team” he is on!? 🤦‍♀️

[@amandabradley6256]

Very cheeky…..”my girlfriend!” So so happy for you and of course Occy. The wardrobes look absolutely awesome. Fantastic job!

[@jessica1.]

Very cute with the casual mention of a girlfriend! So happy for you. I was watching thinking that man should not be alone!!!

[@barbaramuzychka3836]

Yep, when I was maybe ten minutes into today's video, I was thinking what a wonderful father he would make and I would love to be able to someday see that love.

[@user-yn1xs8qw6z]

Yes your right!

[@tracyjohnson8057]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate you buying used. So many people disregard anything used when setting up a new house. It looks great and you did a great job.

[@MaxandOccy]

Thank you! I guess the house is well used too lol

[@MinimalistRising]

We’re happy to see you’ve made room in your closet and that you aren’t alone. We ❤ you and Occ and want you to be happy.

[@MaxandOccy]

Thank you!!

[@chrissih4046]

@@MaxandOccyyou’re such a lovely, wholesome young man. I love watching your vlogs whenever I can.

[@Chipocky185]

Fantastic build!!!!! Really so nicely done. Love the look and can’t wait to see your next video. Also congratulations on the girlfriend. Just happy you have a new someone in your life. Please do not feel pressured to share - please only share as much as you want and happy to respect your privacy. I think it’s easy to forget that you have no obligations to give us anything. Just happy to see you happy and continue to share your messages of kindness in this world. We’ll all still be here. Lots of love

[@Jaxxaamillion]

Well said

[@erikas974]

Very true. In your own time or never. We are here for you and Occy.

[@christinecooke1535]

Absolutely

[@t.lillylittlewater2107]

I completely agree!

[@karenlee6501]

Totally agree. You are entitled to privacy.❤

[@bethnolastname]

WOW! Max! Take a deep breath and let the beauty of what you just created sink in. I'm thrilled to know you have someone special to share with. Congratulations to her! You are a prize!

[@SimonElenor]

GIRLFRIEND! Darn it there goes my hopes! 😂. Now you have to get Occy one as well. Love the videos. Always have. It is great to have followed you since you were in a van in a another country. You have come so far and kept being humble. Love it. Glad Occy is keeping you on the right path.

[@deborahreynolds1552]

Max's girlfriends are Occy's girlfriends!

[@aishaluna1111]

Love the soft launch of the girlfriend! Congratulations on finding someone Max. Truly happy for you! I think the next project should be the kitchen! So you can chef it up for your other half! 🥰🥰🥰

[@barbaramuzychka3836]

So very happy for you for so many reasons. I loved that shy smile that came across your face when you quietly announced to the world watching .... how there is one very lucky woman in the world right now.

[@jc478]

This is renovating reality, stop apologizing. Everything we make a mistake on, is a chance to learn, you got this.👍

[@MaxandOccy]

I'm slowly starting to learn that, thanks for the advice!!

[@wendylbranchfield7959]

Occy makes me so happy ❤! And I was Thrilled to hear you say, “my girlfriend!” I am so Happy for you, Max!🎉😊

[@morethandaisysmom434]

I love it! I'm Team Bathroom for the next project too. Don't forget that you can chop and freeze bananas in the freezer if you get too many, which you can use for smoothies, baking or to make a dairy free ice cream.

[@carolcarol3938]

Freshly baked Banana cake for guests .... Mmmmm

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks for the advice, so much more than Daisy's mum!

[@nicolefarren2960]

And choc coated frozen lady finger bananas THE BEST on a humid day, homemade Barney Bananas only better!

[@user-jk2dc5il9j]

turn the fridge around to open into kitchen. build wall out around it.

[@jmk1962]

Agree.

[@MaxandOccy]

Stay tuned.....

[@queens6583]

Great idea!!

[@lucieherrick6934]

So glad to hear you have found someone to share your adventures with. As for your couch, super easy to clean. Either steam clean or take covers off and wash. Then put a dog couch cover over your cushions for protection.

[@omavicmcmurray2893]

I always told the kiddos at my child care ‘there are only two rules in life: you gotta be safe and you gotta be respectful’ I’d pause and then go on to say ‘and you should try to be kind if you can, but thats something that can only come from your heart, not from being a rule’…but you, and Robin Williams(my two favorite male celebrities) have said ‘be kind always’ Its so needed to be said during these times when technology is booming faster than we can keep up on our social graces. I’m glad you keep reminding us and keep your merch flowing with messages of kindness!❤

[@MaxandOccy]

Wow, what a lovely comment, thank you. I love Robin too, what is your favourite movie of his?

[@omavicmcmurray2893]

What dreams may come. Yours?

[@Tine_Chris]

the last scene with the cleaned up living room is incredible. Love it! Also the "wardrobe revelation". What a nice cliffhanger 🥰

[@ajress]

Wonderful job, Max! And, Occy turning and turning and finally flopping into a roll is sooooooooo cute!

[@MaxandOccy]

Haha he sure knows how to work a camera!!!

[@heatherfitzgerald329]

I love the many beds or sleeping places of Occy❤

[@MaxandOccy]

Never enough for the king

[@crownofhair]

It's 530 am in Idaho, US and I'm thrilled to wake up to this video 📹 😄

[@MaxandOccy]

and here I was thinking I'd put it up a bit too early for you Westeners ; ) Morning! 💛

[@Jaxxaamillion]

haha..yessss...waking up over here in Boston thinking the very same thing!!!

[@cchikkybabe]

@@MaxandOccyand usually too late on a Sunday night for your fellow Aussies! Stayed awake to watch it tonight as I don’t have work tomorrow, would usually have to watch it after work Monday previously, waited all day for it. Wardrobes look great, you are so talented being able to make so much stuff on your own!

[@cavanaughdevil]

The timing is perfect because I can watch before going to work and it puts me in a good mood for my shift

[@pnhnut]

@@MaxandOccy NEVER too early mate!

[@l82theparty4]

I relate more to Occy, than I do to motivated Max!

[@jmk1962]

😂

[@MaxandOccy]

Haha me too sometimes!

[@mysticalsouls]

Congrats Max, so happy for you. Australia is such a small Country, keep her off camera for as long as possible and enjoy your life with her separately to KZbin for now!

[@msamuel1964]

Excellent transformation Max. Hope life in general is settling for you. Yes, we all noticed the wee 'girlfriend' drop at the end, hope you're very happy, you deserve to be. xx

[@cherylbertolini3140]

Nice closet:) Max before you fill your raised beds you should put old tree branches in the bottom to take up space and help with not having to add so much soil, they will break down over time and feed the soil.

[@crownofhair]

Yes! Hugelkulture!

[@MaxandOccy]

Sounds like the way to go!

[@TheHummingbirdBus]

Girl friend, yay. How amazing to be able to share that property with someone. Enjoy Max. All the best always.

[@melindamarie6139]

Girlfriend 🤔.... Sad day for me. VERY, very lucky woman!! You deserve all the happiness!!! I love your color schemes... sage is my fav color atm! Great idea w the cabinets.... major $$ saver!! So excited for what's next!!! See ya nxt Sun 😘 ✌🏼💚🐾

[@Livedaybyday71]

Occy is such a beautiful dog, running to get the ball he loves but return needs work

[@gmaureen]

Occy is a senior citizen, I doubt he will change.

[@MaxandOccy]

He makes me smile every day!

[@deborahreynolds1552]

@@MaxandOccy He makes me smile every video!

[@lizblasingame8173]

Saw the women's clothes and was like what....so glad you have found someone. You deserve it.

[@LiveLifeLori]

I saw the tiny water suit hanging in the closet - and I'm like, is that a kid clothing??? Then you said Girlfriend!!!! So happy for you Max! I know you'll introduce us to her when you're ready.

[@MostlyReading]

I really liked the pace of story telling in this video, I kinda feel like it had a lot of vulnerability which is lovely ❤

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@spacemonkey200]

So that's why the videos are coming out late!👍😂❤️

[@salparisi4201]

Nice addition Max. Could Occy be more cute? Not possible. He is a hairy ball of love.

[@nikkiwalters8265]

Max . . . You are truly incredible as a single man & being determined to get what you need for you & Occy. Thank you for putting a smile on my face!

[@windsongdesigns6655]

Love the wardrobes in the bedroom. What a great idea. Congrats on the new merch line. What a wonderful way to end the video - my girlfriend. Finally! So happy for you. You deserve to be happy and loved. Hugs from Canada.

[@ewright7274]

Closets as we call them in the U.S are standard. I don’t think we would buy without them.

[@klw8771]

PAX wardrobe in IKEA world (where I work) and this gf must be serious if she ranks space in the IKEA Wardrobe ;)

[@cv2599]

It looks so AWESOME!!!! I love the jade green light color tones. - so pretty! Kitchen project next is my vote .......and girlfriend., YAY.... Love Blooms! You are too awesome not to be loved and cherished!

[@stacykilchenmann5223]

Look at you eating in your beautiful dining area, sleeping in a cool bedroom, and chilling on a comfy sofa (well occy chilling) !

[@sabine1234able]

In Belgium🇧🇪 it has been raining for several months now. A little bit of sunshine is more than welcome here too.☀️☀️☀️😊

[@JPeat]

Hola Max and Occy, My daughter used to get frustrated/depressed over the setbacks on our projects until we found your channel. Everyday we're 2 happy women learning and enjoying this precious life. We're stewarding and building in the cloud forest of Southern Mexico, we've had roof issues, too much rain issues (tho grateful), no termites thankfully, building with stone and adobe, super fun. Some days we're carpenters, other days plumbers, gardeners, masons...We took a month off to travel. Today we're traveling in the Amazon basin (climate change impacts are devastating btw :( ) Thanks for being YOU!

[@DianeLee-je7jm]

Well, that sounds like a fabulous life 🇲🇽 especially doing it with your daughter! Continued happiness and good luck to you both in your adventures

[@MaxandOccy]

Wow!!!! That sounds incredible!! I'm glad I could be a little bit of help in your incredible adventure, what a life you two are living!

[@rosemaryjasper1121]

Wow, what a change to the bedroom just by fitting in the wardrobes! Feels entirely different, almost as if it gives the bedroom a personality! Great use of space, really great mini make over! Nice you feel confident enough to let us all in on the secret girl friend. Everybody is entitled to feel loved, so pleased you have that someone special.❤ I’m in uk, we’re just coming into late spring, some days it’s very spring like others not so much. Everyone who knows me also knows that whenever the weather is good I’ll be outside. Don’t expect the house to be polished to within an inch of it life! I have no problem with visitors as long as they are prepared to check the weather on the days prior to their visit! Good weather days are meant to be spent outside enjoying the day, definitely not inside! Don’t stress over getting a video out so often that it takes the pleasure out of the job you’re doing. We all know sometimes “life just gets in the way” life is for living in the moment, have a down day, turnoff the camera! Live for that moment. I suspect I’m not the only one out there who will still be out there more than happy to know you are less stressed and enjoying picking up the camera just slightly more. As they say, “ less is more” Don’t forget to be kind to yourself.❤

[@kathyl5610]

I love the closet space you now have. I think you did a great job! It really look fantastic, pat yourself on the back. I would do the bathroom next because you get so much rain and running to the potty when there is an emergency will not be pleasant. Love to you and Occy. Take care, stay safe.

[@MaxandOccy]

Great call!! I'm used to that but I'm sure my guests would appreciate an internal bathroom lol

[@nita707]

I am so happy to hear you have found someone to share all this with. You are too good a person you should have someone in your life so you won't get lonely. I really think she should have a working bathroom don't you ?

[@keeyei]

We are a low screen time household- my near 4 year old son asks to watch your videos for his limited amount of the week. Closely followed by Bluey of course 😊 have been an OG follower of yours and it’s a joy to be able to watch your videos with my son now. So happy to hear your news!

[@MaxandOccy]

You mean I pip Bluey?? As someone with a 4 year old niece I know just how high an honour that is 😅 tell the little legend I said thanks for watching and I’ll give Occy a scratch for him 💛

[@wingsofanangelart6621]

Max to preserve the bananas pick bunches off amd wrap the joint where they are all attached to each other in either clingfilm or foil. They last for weeks if you get a glut of them at once.

[@MaxandOccy]

Great call!! will try that with the next bunch!

[@thisvagabondlife7132]

I just bought bananas from the store packaged like that I had never seen that before

[@SABOREAME68]

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Max, is not a mistake is a solution, that's the way I see things. I love Occy's relax position to it all LOL. I like the closet, it looks like it has always been there. BTW, I love the pic of Occy with the cap on. Stay Safe & Healthy... Abrazos

[@MaxandOccy]

He won't take it off! lol

[@user-xw3yz1qn4d]

Girlfriend?! I’m so happy for you, and that wardrobe is awesome!!

[@A.S.K.1]

Started watching this last night 10 minutes after it was posted. There were no comments when I started. By the time I finished and was gonna ask about the news you let slip at the last minute (!) and came back there were HEAPS of comments. I was watching via my android TV box, so it's harder to make comments from there. So Here I am on YT, saying congrats on the "new" (to us) relationship, dude. Goodonya, Max. I'm guessing that is she the "Very Special Visitor" you have coming very soon. Look forward to the intros. The place looks ace, btw!

[@elsienorback7689]

OMG- fresh squeezed orange juice! The best!

[@racheln5749]

Is that her at 2:58??? So happy for you Max and please give Occy some cuddles for me.

[@pathawkins8953]

Wow, great eye!! Made me go back and found her!! she's cute!

[@sharonbaxter1449]

Not her, friends that came and helped last year.

[@donbar5493]

Wow I didn't even see that ❤

[@JustMe-pz2ms]

no that's not her. That's Ren, Kevin's partner.

[@jj-if6it]

I love hearing Occy's little grumbles!

[@veronicalombarte5802]

Hi Max and Occy ❤ I can't wait to see the next video. Once you've taken the storage items and moved those the bathroom would be good to do next. With the kitchen you could build a small wall beside the fridge and then keep the U shape. Just make the bench/return a little longer. Then use shelves on the wall to give it an open feel rather than cupboards. As this will make it appear larger also and not closed in. You could even put a shelf above all the windows in the kitchen and the seating/dining area. To provide you with more space to place items you use often. The little cupboard currently on the wall in the kitchen would serve well in the bathroom. You've done a fantastic job with the house. Banana bread and cake are always good options too. I wish you all the best 💜

[@georgeattig8088]

Wow! That wall looks better than before 😂😂😂!

[@MaxandOccy]

I see what you did there 👀😅

[@rmccarthy175]

The sound of destruction in the first 3 seconds of the video 😂 love it. Turned out great!!! What a game changer!

[@MaxandOccy]

Glad you liked it!!

[@BarnsleysOwnIdiot]

I worked on a banana farm and they are always picked green to be ripened later on. Little tip for you, there will be new offshoots around the base of the tree. When you take the bunch off and cut down the trunk you use a spade to cut away all the smaller ones and just choose the healthiest suckling to remain. That way you will get the best tree to grow and replace the previous one.

[@E4mj]

Wow! That wall looks far --better-- more practical! than it did before! It looks great :)

[@carolynasfour5644]

So me, a complete stranger , means nothing to you!? I thought we had something special! 😂😅😅😂 As we looked into each others eyes every video, I'm hurt, may not recover, give me some time to adjust to the end of a very meaningful relationship...... Okay, I'm good! 😅 So happy you have someone special in your life again Max.

[@fionamainey7686]

I also want to add that you might look into getting a dehydrater and make banana chips.

[@carolz5090]

Great idea!

[@debrathurston8315]

Great idea

[@carolz5090]

@@debrathurston8315 Great minds…😜

[@MaxandOccy]

Yessssssss!!!!!

[@lansleyc]

Max and Occy my guilty pleasure . Great vlog .

[@MaxandOccy]

Love that thank you 💛

[@ILOLnumber1]

That wardrobe is clutch! And even tho it's (just) Ikea inserted in there, the way you built it in there makes it look very high-end! 😘👌🏽Also, nice little ninja drop on thr GF announcement. 😉 We're all so deeply happy for you that your heart is now ready for this next chapter. 🤗🥰

[@frankdoyle3716]

So nice to see that there is someone else who measures twice and still manages to be off just a bit on the measurements. Love watching your progress and know that in the end, it all works our beautifully! Love your videos!

[@MaxandOccy]

Haha I hear you! Thanks, Frank!

[@eileen.333]

Oh, I wish I had 1/4 of your energy and talents!

[@MaxandOccy]

I'm sure you have 4 times as much!

[@JoChadwick]

Max, I am loving those wardrobes, well done on the awesome build and what a bargain you got too! Great to know you have cleaned up the termite damage and the knowledge that the wall behind the wardrobes is now sweet! Next project - would love to see the bathroom build, but first, maybe the kitchen? I am thinking again, FB marketplace for some flat pak cupboards, and newish appliances..oh and you could cook heaps of banana bread with the excess lady finger bananas!! (which looked yum btw).. Interesting about the gf 'btw' line at the end haha.. happy for you, you deserve every bit of happiness!! (and Occy) too ! :)

[@le_th_]

Did you really think no one was going to notice you droping the G bomb, there? lol Nice that you have someone with whom you can share your life and home~

[@laurenm8561]

What? Max you and Occy cheated on us? Just messing with you. I’m sure she’s amazing and there should be enough of you to go around💞 Great job on the closets. You really are a good builder. What a blessing to have all that fresh fruit! 🌻🐝🧡

[@OG_Bearcat]

I haven’t even started watching and I’m cracking up by the thumbnail and “Whoops”.

[@MaxandOccy]

Glad to hear! The thumbnail is always my least favourite thing to do!

[@VKBKK]

❤ comes knocking when you are not searching for it. So glad you found a special person to share your journey with again. Much appreciate your spreading of kindness always, love from Bangkok. ps. I would take the toilet next with the amount of rain n cold coming so you or your guests would have that as an alternative Max ✌️

[@SourMilk10]

I had to rewind like 3 times just to make sure I heard you right. 😂 Girlfriend??? How awesome!!! I’m so happy for you! You boys need a sweet girl in your lives.

[@kimcoffee-isaak2921]

Do you have a blender? Peel and freeze some of those bananas, it’s hard to eat that many before they go too ripe, and blend them up with just a splash of milk. It’s like banana ice cream. I have 4 bunches in my patch all getting ready to get ripe at the same time. I’m gonna need a bigger freezer!

[@kristensaenz6421]

You bedroom looks so cozy and peaceful! The closets look great and like they have always been there! Can't wait to meet your girlfriend! I hope she wants to be part of your channel.❤ how wonderful you found someone to share adventures with.❤

[@daisy9910]

The 'built ins' look great. The best part about getting things second hand, apart from the cost savings, is knowing they are saved from landfill. I just picked up some wardrobe inserts for free from my local buy swap sell yesterday, and after having no wardrobes for about 20 months, I'm looking forward to installing them.

[@MaxandOccy]

So true! I love the 'treasure hunting' aspect of it too!

[@fifiserafino1]

The most rewound and replayed 5 seconds on the whole channel! Wishing you both all the happiness in the world ❤️

[@Anita1963.]

Being disabled and stuck in bed most days, must say it’s nice to watch such an handsome man with muscles doing some hard work 😂😂😂😂 I’m so jealous of where you live it’s paradise, ❤ stay safe and god bless you x x x

[@Maik1968]

Hello mate and greetings from Germany! Max, you can be proud of what you have built without any help. I would be happy if I was able to do it. Have a good night today and I wish you a wonderful week 👍😘🌞🍀🐾🐾

[@wraithconscience]

Bananas freeze very well. If you slice them before freezing, you can pop them into smoothies or make banana shakes out of them.

[@joannahatton99]

Yup, you took the words out of my mouth. I want to add that most fruit smoothies have bananas as a base. They are to die for and I can't imagine how much better smoothies with bananas off the vine must be!

[@_letsescapetogether_]

The wardrobe looks great buddy, I can’t believe how good it fits in with the space. It’s totally transformed your room so well 😍🫶🏼 I know a special someone would definitely love having a cupboard 😜🧡 missing you guys

[@user-sv6mt1pm8m]

A sneaky little insert. I’m so glad for you. Hope we get to “meet” her soon.

[@mothermedicinemusic]

Brilliant use of space and plus plus for your master suite! And you briefly introduced a girlfriend! Go Max, hug Occy for me and work on the Kitchen next! Many blessings, Nana

[@michelleking6843]

Awesome job! Love the wardrobes

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks Michelle! 💛Me too : )

[@theUcane]

Great job, Max! Also: you're sneaky! I'm so happy you found another who makes you happy.

[@melissarosario2936]

I love that you are an advocate for mental health and therapy!

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks Melissa, I am so grateful that it has helped me so much!

[@Secular-Serenity]

I love it!!!!!! You are so smart but more importantly you are a kind person.

[@MaxandOccy]

Right back at you!!

[@katemackay3735]

You're a bloody hard worker, Max! Good on you!

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks Kate!!

[@karinpople1019]

Wardrobe was a success. Bedroom has a great view out the windows. Occy always looks like his life is good. Just my opinion, I believe keeping some of your life private is a good thing.

[@deborahreynolds1552]

Kitchen next please, not ready for the scenes of you showering outside to stop just yet!

[@MaxandOccy]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@fionamainey7686]

Grew up in Newcastle and we always cut our bunches whilst green and would hang in garage to ripen. Plus, can peel ripe ones and freeze.

[@MaxandOccy]

Great advice, thanks Fiona!!

[@Sarcasm.a]

Keep up the good work. Love your persistence. Thank you for sharing this with us. Cheers from Israel

[@MaxandOccy]

No worries, mate! quick comment!!

[@lynnemac1402]

Max the bedroom looks great and the living room does too, and will be even better when you manage to get what you need to finish it off. Never underestimate the need for storage, it makes perfect sense to create the space for storage so you can work on the next project. I think that will probably be the bathroom, as the wall impacts on the kitchen. Pleased to see you are taking care of yourself. Occy is so cute and funny, the look on his face when you started taking the wall apart lol. I never knew that about banana trees dying once they produced the fruit x

[@harvardan]

Just a quick tip, if you didn't know, ripe / overripe bananas freeze very well - just peel them then they can be eaten as banana lollies or added to any recipe that calls for banana - like a smoothie!

[@marianjacobs5597]

To preserve that nice lawn, you may want to think about gravelling a landing area for drop-off, of supplies from the trailer/car/truck etc. etc. with the colder weather well on it’s way you are going to get more rain. Just a thought … love the wardrobe, great job Occy keep Max on track. 😀

[@suefitz2498]

You’ve got such a great set of skills to make that wardrobe fit into your bedroom, it looks fantastic. It’s even better when you make a couple of mistakes and then fix the issue in your own unique way. I love watching this property come together and see it become a reflection of you and your values. Be Kind…aways is a wonderful mantra ❤❤❤

[@MaxandOccy]

Thanks Sue! I appreciate you

[@deborahreynolds1552]

Yes Sue, I have adopted this mantra also "Be Kind Always" Love It!

[@dianehoffen1638]

You did an amazing job with the wardrobes, it does make a huge difference with storage & market place is a great way to save on money 💰 lm so happy for you with the sneaky news that you have someone special in your life. I have been watching you from the beginning and you deserve all the happiness in the world. Can’t wait to see you next project ❤😃

[@kayecastleman6353]

I love watching your builds. My dad was always building and painting around the house, everything from major room overhauls to my first baby sled. He was just as particular about the finished product as you are. It's important to feel good when you look at what you've made, so it will always bring you pleasure. Thank you for the heartwarming sentimental vibe. The cabin is turning into a work of art. You should be very proud! Hugs to Occy from Canada.

[@MaxandOccy]

Thank you Kaye! Your dad sounds very special. Hugs back from Australia!

[@floralupstart836]

Sneaky Max, yes my husband and both went ohhhhh when you snuck in “girlfriend”. ❤

[@MaxandOccy]

hahaha I love picturing this!

[@judy_judy388]

@@MaxandOccy lucky 'girl' Max! and you as well :)

[@PHN-2024]

Max once had all His belongings in the Van, Now He is renovating because there’s limited space in the Cabin for His belongings. Vanlife for Max is just a distance memory,

[@MsCateStar]

Talk about a soft launch on the 'girl friend' sitch 😂👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 welcome Ms Max & Occy🎉

[@mercedesesparza5165]

The looks that OCCY GAVE YOU ARE hilarious, !