Um hi, I'm Rachel Metz and if you're looking for a channel that is DIY'ing everything from the ground up including your life - I'm your broad. I got started ages ago here on RU-vid with hot glue and no sew DIY's then progressed into power tools (which you can go back to the beginning of this channel and watch that happen and see my real crooked teeth). Although chaotic at times, I show the reality of all projects. After a break up of an 8 year relationship at the height of the pandemic, I moved to the desert to work on the biggest DIY of all - myself. I had no clue what I was going to get myself into but I find myself falling in love with DIY'ing this corner of the world to be my own. I show it all from being new at home renovations, becoming a new horse mom and rescuing a potbelly pig to start my DIY home/farmstead - buckle on up baby, it's a wild ride.
The reminding yourself, you're safe is so real. Learning to live without "survival mode" on is an adjustment. I've really had to the mental work to remind myself to be in the moment, assess the moment for what it is, which is almost always safe now because I don't put up with what I used to put up with. We are safe, and I am loving watching you heal through this horse. My mom did the same. She loved her girl Ginger. Happy healing ❤
Wow Rachel- those shelves are now like bunk beds...so structurally sound. Way to tackle and execute such a project. Would love to know what you think about the videos I am creating on my channel, "Kitchen & Bath Expertz": www.youtube.com/@kitchenbathexpertz.
Hate when products are stated to be listed in the details but the details want to take me to another spot or blog. Great job on the finish otherwise. Guess I’ll shop independently
you are actually so awesome, like girl you built that barn!!! amazing, might be cheesy but I am proud of your growth and effort <3 so lovely to watch your videos
Rachel, you're amazing, funny, kind, creative, and brave... But girl-- as your parasocial bestie who you've never met I gotta say-- hire a contractor. Have a team of professionals come and help you with these deeply involved projects. There is no shame is asking/hiring professional help here. Youve been a one-woman show too long. Branch out and collab with pple who share your vision. I believe you'll be so happy you did. Godspeed, ❤ you're Internet friend
I've been seeing the updates on insta and I'm SO excited on you bringing Gracie home!!! When is the big day? I am on pins and needles!!! So invested :) :)
You are so blessed. You have more to be thankful for on your tiny finger than most have in their whole world. I have to bounce from your channel because I feel more depressed after watching your sporadic episodes. Bless others with sunshine and gratitude and sunshine and gratitude will bless you in return. I wish you well but I have to limit my viewing time to positive vibes. God Bless.
Oh man!!!! You were so brave with that snake, and you treated him (her?) so well. Way to go Rachel! Love the colors you're using on the greenhouse--looks so welcoming. You Rock!!
I'm getting kind of tired hearing "do I deserve Gracie and what not" why would'nt you? Are you a good person with the best intention and a good heart? Probably yeah! So stop telling yourself you don't deserve things in life. Non of us are perfect.We all feel like crappy,shitty and worthless people sometimes but that does'nt mean we don't deserve what makes us happy.Start telling yourself you deserve to be happy and you will be. ❤
@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz I don't know what you have been through and I'm in no way trying to minimize it. Things are always easier said than done. I myself have been through hell and it has damaged me for sure, but whatever life has put us through, it is possible to learn new ways of thinking to handle the pain, the worry and the struggle. I do go dark sometimes, but I'm still trying to strive forward. Whatever happened to you Rachel, you deserve Gracie, your friends, success, happiness and so on, you dooo!!! Remember that ❤️
You might enjoy the documentary, The Animal Communicator, as you learn your horse (and the rest of the menagerie). It's on youtube by the team that made, My Octopus Teacher. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-T2vhV63lx2k.html&ab_channel=korneld
I actually started following you after following Hannah maybe a couple weeks ago?… and binging her videos. Your turn! You guys are such an inspiration and I’m so glad you guys are friends!
