A DANGEROUSLY Close Call on our Portugal Homestead

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Sometimes, farm life in Portugal gets serious, and a little bit dangerous. This week John is doing some much needed maintenance on dead trees on the property and let's just say things got a little close for comfort.
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@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

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@christophermee5214 17 дней назад

Sorry I had to laugh at this offer. If you get $100 off does that mean you get $50 back. 😂😂 that is a really expensive bit of kit.

@QuestMieke 17 дней назад

I think everyone here is totally relieved that 🌳 tree didn’t hit those cables 😅 You really have the most lovely neighbours ❤

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

I am glad I am not the only one Mike! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@lynnbfoster 17 дней назад

Better safe than sorry. Every time I watch your video I marvel at how far the abandoned farm has come under the care of the Newbys. Love you guys.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Better safe than sorry you’re right Lynn 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@pawel2003 17 дней назад

yeah its really lookin beautiful i must say and here i am in dirty ugly suburban North New Jersey....ugh.....got to get the **** out of here

@johnderoy916 17 дней назад

It is harsh but proper tree management is part of an overall land health program - which means every once in a while you take out a healthy tree so that the remaining ones get even better

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Couldn’t agree with you more John 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@Swim136 17 дней назад

Your friends are so calm and so aware of just what to do! 😀😀 what a blessing.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

They were very calm indeed! More than I was thats for sure 😂

@slewis4456 17 дней назад

Calling in fir a professional was absolutely the right decision. Well done you!

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks friend 🙏🏼🙏🏼

@jesrush 17 дней назад

The boys are gonna be so happy with the tree house when they get home!!✌️😊🌸

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks friend! I hope so 😊🙏🏼❤️

@Trish088 17 дней назад

Crusoe and Sawyer are going to be so thrilled when they come home and see their treehouse and new sandpit! Great job, Dad! The tree cutting was definitely a nailbiter, and thankful it had a happy ending. I know how much you've missed Tara and the boys and can't wait to see them back home with you! 🥰

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Can't wait to show them Trish! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@luisaleonardi666 17 дней назад

John's worries about the old tree have been rightly faced and fixed,. Your friends helping out are really good people to be proud of. Best of all to you,John,you're good at everything.And so thoughtful.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thank you Luisa. I am so thankful for all the support, glad we got it all sorted out 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh 17 дней назад

Mitigation is such a major responsibility. Whether it's fire prevention, drought prevention, or simply pulling out dead fall, the onus is serious and sometimes immediate. You've conquered another plateau John! Sometimes you just have to be practical. Celebrate! No one is injured, no property was destroyed, the chickens are alive, and the veggies will live to fight another day! Blessed Be!

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks so much Abigail, I love the way you described it here. It was necessary 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@Simonb1977 17 дней назад

Especially wife mitigation.. ;-) Tell the right story beforehand , so when something happens, she doesn't get scared or mad.

@pamelawright502 16 дней назад

Oh my goodness John, the hubby and I were crying laughing at your…..READY, SET, “SHIT”, GO……absolutely HILLARIOUS. 😂😂 we love watching your channel and simply love yours and Tara’s zest for life. Love watching what your doing with your property. It’s looking beautiful…well done guys. Then there’s your boys, it’s been a joy to watch them grow and learn about everything your teaching them. Is it possible to email you? I’ve got two garden ideas that I think you’ll love….can you let me know? Cheers, and thanks for another great episode…❤️❤️💙💙🙏🏼🕊️

@JoZiggy 16 дней назад

So true. People are mistaken thinking living on the land is just about growing trees, having chooks and vegie gardens. It is most certainly about clearing unsafe trees, letting in light, removing noxious plants and above all fire safety. This was a really GOOD days hard work.

@FrugalQueeninFrance 17 дней назад

Hi John. If you don't need the wood, let a local family take it for firewood. There might be a charity that distributes firewood for people in need.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

I will definitely give the wood to a neighbour should I not need it friend, thanks for the suggestion 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@olgasilva2137 14 дней назад

Give the wood to Sr Agostinho if he wants it.

@maureenhackenburg8027 17 дней назад

I was holding my breath when the tree came down thankfully noting was damaged very exciting video thanks John 😊❤❤❤

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Glad to see I was not the only one Maureen! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@joannemazza1657 17 дней назад

Wonderful Sunday to you all Newbys, your tile floors look magnificent love the terracotta makes you feel really in old Europe, warm in winter and cool in summer. Great work John. Tree house magnificent John, seems your tools especially your tape measure has done great work. I know you miss your little boys around you. Thank God for Joao and Armando helping you. Hope to see you all together soon. Hugs and kisses to all especially Tara, Crusoe and Sawyer in Zimbabwe. Many blessings 🙏💖🥰🌅🌄👱👶🏡 🇵🇹 🇿🇼🌸💐💐💐

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks Joanne! Same to you, we appreciate you sharing your Sunday with us 🙏🏼🙏🏼

@mariapiedadefigueiredo7803 17 дней назад

João fala mais um pouco de Português! Gosto muito de te escutar! Eu sou Portuguesa, mas vivo em Texas !

@TheMinimaggi 17 дней назад

You are a one man army! I cannot begin to imagine how busy you are. Good luck with the houses small and Big - looks like they are coming along famously!

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks so much friend 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@marianapereira2130 17 дней назад

It’s nice to see the newest generations of Portuguese people being able to speak English and many others with such ease. Many haven’t left the country, yet manage to learn so well and fast. When I was at school in Portugal, English lessons were very basic and only provided in high school, other choice would be German or French if you picked languages, otherwise just Portuguese and very basic English. We also had to share a computer with 3 or more students, no wonder many of us struggled with technology. Great team work, it’s nice to see how people do things in other countries.

@tillysanders2593 16 дней назад

Your neighbours son such an impressive young man . The tree house looks fab !

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

They are indeed Tilly! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@michelleblandine 17 дней назад

Only John was freaking out 😂am glad the tree didn't cause power line damages 🙏

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

I did not enjoy that at all Michelle 😂

@michelleblandine 16 дней назад

@@TheNewbys So sorry about that pressure,am glad you and the guys sorted it out successfully 🙏 always cheering you on in Nairobi ❤️

@Carolscavaliers 17 дней назад

Wow! John! You have done so much on the farm whilst Tara and the boys have been away. That tree was a challenge, but right call to get help in! The boys treehouse is looking fantastic and I do hope that the boys were excited to see progress on their exciting build!

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks Carol. I’ve tried to get as much done as possible. Thanks so much for watching 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@lindamesa5122 17 дней назад

It had to be done! It's good u called in the professionals to help! Joel is like your own special farm manager! He has been such a blessing helping around the farm! I know I spelled his name wrong, but what a treasure that young man is, he's like Johns extra right hand! 🌸🌺🌷🦓🐘🦒🚜🚜🚜

@andreacatzel8259 16 дней назад

The treasure is Joao…..for next time. ❤

@lindamesa5122 16 дней назад

@@andreacatzel8259 thank you! I don't want to insult the young man!🌺🌷🌸

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

He is indeed our farm manager Linda, we gave him that title when he first started working for us. He is John's right hand and we appreciate all of his help 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@lissamullen3331 17 дней назад

Wow! That was scary and you are correct in having taken cover! When the catch like that on other trees, they call it a “widow maker” for obvious reasons. Can’t wait to see the boys reaction to the tree house.

@doublescorpions 17 дней назад

Good morning! Oh, the flowers in bloom are so beautiful. They are really soul lifting! Make simple stump chairs with a back and a table nestled among the trees as another destination for the boys. You've accomplished a lot while the family has been gone. Tara and the boys will be so excited to see the new builds and all the changes. Well done, John - and pals! S.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Stump chairs is a lovely idea friend! Thanks for the idea 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@paulinewilson613 17 дней назад

Great job getting that huge tree down, I had my heart in my mouth and was holding my breath during that scary task and also cutting the tree surrounding your plum was a good idea, as you said it's all about managing your land and a necessary decision, well done John.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Glad to see I was not the only one Pauline haha Thanks so much for watching 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@mariamanuelarolo149 17 дней назад

You can always make some small benches and put them in the tree house so the boys can sit on them or transform the trunk into smaller trunks and place them in the garden as small fences.... just a few ideas. ☺

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Great idea Maria! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@carinep.4520 17 дней назад

Way better that the tree is on your property to take care of it than on a neighbor’s who would not take care of it possibly. Good job. I am sure the boys will be happy to see their treehouse has been worked on too.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

You are quite right Carine! I really do hope the boys love the treehouse too 😊🙏🏼❤️

@kimberlyenglehardt5770 17 дней назад

I was in hard financial times at one point. I had a dead tree in my yard. I had paid a friend but some of money to take it down, but he wasn’t doing it. My neighbors got together and pulled their money and cut it down for me. Community is everything. I will never stop being grateful for their help.

@thelampfamily6290 17 дней назад

🌳🌞💚Hello Newby Family! Thank you for showing the not so fun parts of owning a big property including managing your landscape. Thank goodness you have a community that helps you with all the challenging work - Joao is the best and hope he’s had a good year at university:) 💕Sending you best wishes and good vibes for your week ahead!

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Hello Lamp Family! We love sharing the good and not so good parts with you. Joao is amazing but you could see John was quite stressed during that process and just wanted to make sure he was in a safe space. So sweet to see. Thanks so much for watching friends 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@thelampfamily6290 17 дней назад

@@TheNewbys Totally could see that concern in the video for Joao - John was really making sure as a loving father would - he was not in the way of tree falling on top like he would tell Crusoe and Sawyer. Relieved it went ok!

@AP-kb3tn 16 дней назад

WOW, Massive Challenge and Massive Victory! Nice job to the team taking down the tree!

@debbiedusterhoft2870 17 дней назад

We’ve had trees come down one was hit by lightening a little over two meters away from the one end of our house it exploded huge spears all over but no house damage another came down in a storm but fell the right way and didn’t cause damage to our house. We’ve had some go down in our back property. I’m glad taking down your tree worked for you. So much safer to control the tree going down than taking chances later on. Take care.

@TheNewbys 15 дней назад

Oh wow that must have been quite frightening Debbie! Glad there was no house damage. 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@arielphf 17 дней назад

Professional forester here. You are way better off getting a professional when power lines are involved! Even so, It looked like that tree didn't go the way it was intended to, though any felling you can walk away from is a good one! If you prop the cork oak up, either with poles or rope, it's roots wil re-establish and keep it upright after a few years. Just be sure to protect the bole from the rope (a few pieces of wood between rope and tree will do).

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks for the suggestion and advice on the cork oak Ariel! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@iniabellepaz445 17 дней назад

Hi John, lucky these trees came down during the”storm” while Tara and the boys are away. Safety first and there are so many more. The tree house looks great, the boys are going to love it! Well done, Stay well.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

The "storm" was necessary Iniabelle 😂 as you said, safety is number one priority for us! ❤️

@kellykuczak636 16 дней назад

Here in canada we have people with portable saw mills . So they come to your land and mill the trees on the spot

@sue7190 17 дней назад

Could you make rustic stools or rustic chairs with the logs to put in the tree house. Also make a seesaw- check out escape to rural France, Dan made a seesaw using an old axle for his boys.❤

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

I absolutely love the idea of stools friend! Thanks for sharing 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@wrenwest4887 15 дней назад

Perfectly felled. But look how far from the stump it jumped! which is still part of the danger. You can tell that the tree was diseased by the bottom of the bark. Stair steps would be clever. More power.

@mariagillinson8527 17 дней назад

John! You need to round the corners on the shelves and bench or anything the kiddos are around.

@dianegriffith3006 16 дней назад

Beautiful lawnscape and gorgeous flowers. Yes, tree falling was pretty dramatic. 😵‍💫 yow!!

@maryjanevasconcellos9013 16 дней назад

You did very well to call a professional, John! That tree was huge! Nice job from Sr. Agostinho! The tree house is looking so cute. Keep up the good work!

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks Mary Jane, I am so thankful for all their help 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@dianeconnors6263 17 дней назад

We once rented a home with a very long driveway. There was a tree closer to the main street. There was a hurricane we were In the path. The rains fell and the roots and all came out of the earth. We could touch the top of the tree out of our window... THAT CLOSE! Scary!!!😮😮😮 I'm so happy everything went well and everyone was safe ❤❤❤

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Oh wow that is scary Diane! Glad you were all okay ❤️❤️

@alisoncoles1565 16 дней назад

I think Joao's idea for steps from the felled tree is excellent! Also, what about a small bench and little round table for the boys from the other one? Nothing complicated, just simple and rustic

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Love this idea Alison. Thanks for sharing 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@bernicesmith934 14 дней назад

Great to see your dreams coming to fruition. We may husband and I in our 80s love watching the development of the boys and have seriously missed them. So a segment of the boys being boys is lovely. Thanks for letting us be part of your family.

@TheNewbys 13 дней назад

Thanks for all your support Bernice! 🙌🏼🇵🇹

@mika72.-Bois 15 дней назад

You can get portable saw mills. So a tree could be milled on your property.

@Craftsman538 11 дней назад

You also need to get a woodturning lathe to make good use of all your wood, you could make lamps, bowls, drinking vessels, plus lots more!

@estierealon8298 16 дней назад

Great job. What I've seen here in Canada when they chopping down the tree was Tied the top of the tree and cut it then lower it down slowly then cut another part going down to the bottom into pieces so that it won't harm other trees or anyone around the area.

@LifebyBertie 17 дней назад

Treehouse is looking great and coming along nicely! That tree though, that was something else, it came down right on the spot. Good going John, I say chop it up and built some features for the treehouse and what not. Have a good one you all !!! Cheers Bert 🙏🏻❤

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks so much friend, I am so excited to show the boys the new treehouse 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@siboneypeltier2307 16 дней назад

What a vision, what hard work, what a paradise you are creating, how lucky for your sons, cheers and much love for your continued success in all you endeavor!

@judithierino1377 17 дней назад

You are such an amazing dad I would have loved a tree house when I was little ,the boys will always have those great memories to share with their children

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thank you for this lovely comment Judith!

@a2shillam 17 дней назад

Bravo. Too many potential catastrophes have been canceled out. John, I understand Tara and her fondness for trees; they were rare and welcoming sights in Kenya. There are occasions, though, where removal is necessary. Embrace clean and healthy landscape. ❤ Everyone benefits, even the 🐔 !!

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

There are definitely occasions where removal is necessary friend, we agree 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@Jelontass 17 дней назад

Treas are lovely, but when something happens they are not so lovely. I have had several treas on my property that have fallen. Not so fun. They did a great job with that pine 👌🏼👏🏻

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks so much friend! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@maryalmeida765 15 дней назад

Hi John & Tara thank you to for keeping up with the video's John great job while on your own......all the best🙏🙏

@TheNewbys 14 дней назад

Thank you for all your support whilst Tara and the boys have been away Mary 😊🙏🏼

@joycady8325 16 дней назад

Thankfully you had some help with this huge tree!

@lynnemac1402 16 дней назад

Wow that was tense with the tree felling, pleased it came down safely and no harm done. I love trees and dont like to see them cut down, but understand when they are dead they can be dangerous x

@bellab1973 17 дней назад

Loved the “Ready, Steady, Go”. My heart was in my mouth!!

@user-zd3jr9ur7l 17 дней назад

Yes those trees needed to go, glad the tree came down safely, and good timing John… wink!!!

@carolinecorey6473 17 дней назад

Ooooofffff! I mean that was tense. So glad Tara wasn’t there!!! 😂 as a wife I would have been beside myself! Well done you guys! And Jaoa’s English is really coming along.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks friend 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@franceshurt3517 16 дней назад

Good on you John, you've achieved so much in just two weeks as well as managing all the daily chores and feeding yourself healthy food, at least once that I know of, I think we all miss Tara and the boys though not like you do considering you're a family unit with strong bonds, take care, cheers!!!🥰😘💕👍👍👍💪💪💪🙏

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks so much Frances, I can't wait to have them back! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@dorothyallen3614 16 дней назад

It’s gonna be alright, trees die like everything else.

@marymcmillian7354 17 дней назад

I agree with you some trees must come down for either safety or the health of the undergrowth. Fruit trees and garden productivity will increase without the shade of the large tree. I’m sure Tara will forgive you but wise of you to do it while she was not there to try and stop you. I’ve missed the boys too. Can’t wait for the chaotic family videos again.

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

I have forgiven him Mary, I know he has the farms and our best interests at heart 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@erikas974 17 дней назад

John you need it my treeman. He would of climbed up and bring it down slowly from top to bottom no dropping sideway. Unfortunately lots of water between us. Second best dropping the tree. Well done all of you.👌👍

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

A tree man would’ve made things a lot easier 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@judymcgovern8454 17 дней назад

Lovely start to the vlog John. All the beautiful flowers and music. Wow the tree house has really come on the boys will love it. You could make little stump seats and a table for the boys (to go in or around the tree house) from the tree. Talking of the tree, OMG, that was certainly in a precarious position and you did the right thing in taking it down, better to be safe than sorry. I agree with you about the trees, sometimes you do have to clear in order for others to breathe, Ivy isn’t great it eventually strangles growth 😢. You have achieved so much, Tara and the boys will be absolutely amazed, I am sure they will have missed you too ❤️xx

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks Judy! I can't wait to show the boys the new treehouse, I hope they will love it. I love the idea of stump seats, thanks for sharing 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@linahoule1036 15 дней назад

Glad that worked out fine!! Nerve racking lol. I really enjoyed this video today!! ❤❤❤ John you made the right decision for calling in a professional

@maryhart637 17 дней назад

Well done Sr Augustinio🙌🙌 Better to be safe than sorry. Forest management is a real thing and sometimes dead/dying trees need to be removed for the benefit of the surrounding trees❤🌈💜 Looking forward to the return of Tara and the boys💫🥰 They will be so thrilled to see the progress John has made👏👏👏👏

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

He did an amazing job Mary! I am so thankful to have had his help with this project. Thanks so much for watching 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@SueLight-to6gk 17 дней назад

Wow John that was tense for a moment. You have done such a great job these last few weeks. What a lot you have achieved! Husband award pending….😜

@bobinthewest 17 дней назад

I live in British Columbia Canada and we don't call that tree huge. Far from it. But nevertheless you were correct to call in a professional . But also it looks like your property could be cleaned up by eliminating all the brush and smaller trees. You have a forest fire hazard now .

@davevanbeers6944 17 дней назад

I love the look on those stairs! 😊 oh those trees falling down spontaneously! 😊

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

Thanks Dave! What can I say about the spontaneous trees falling 😉🙏🏼

@QuestMieke 17 дней назад

PS: although ivy serves its purpose, for instance as good nesting grounds for birds, it is better to remove it since if it grows on the tree too much it becomes quite heavy and if said gusts come the tree can be more likely to be knocked over by it. We used to have some woodlands and we tried to make sure the ivy wouldn’t climb on too many trees, or trees that were very tall🌲🌳🌲🌲🌳

@a2shillam 17 дней назад

In my experience, English ivy chokes the life out of trees. It spreads like cancer. Perhaps Portuguese ivy is not so aggressive. But healthy trees REQUIRE healthy bark. FYI

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks for the advice on the ivy Mike! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@pollyb.4648 16 дней назад

Though it's difficult with only an image, I count about 30 rings in that tree stump. Poor tree, too bad it died, but good for the cork oak. I will research as I'd like to know more about that species. Edited to add, you should be able to harvest actual cork someday, how cool is that?!!♥️ You Newbies! 🤎

@meiraloraduncan8953 16 дней назад

Glad it worked out. Cut it up into firewood to use in your fire pit or fireplace. You could build a brick oven to bake pizza, bread and other foods when you don't want to heat up the house in the warmer months. Just a few thoughts. Glad nothing was damaged.

@daphnapoelsma559 16 дней назад

Good job John, all done in a safe and organized way rather then from storm damage 👍 The boys play house looks Awesome🎉 Lot done in the time your family was away and super nice to have them back home again soon.

@TheNewbys 15 дней назад

Thanks so much Daphna 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@DebWh 17 дней назад

A great video John. I'm sure Tara and the boys miss you too. ❤ from Canada 🇨🇦

@mrsamb-beautyisshe 16 дней назад

My hubby is a forester he always say a dead tree is unpredictable

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

It is indeed friend. Thanks so much for watching 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@bettybryson9637 17 дней назад

You mill the trunk into lumber! For your building projects. If you only had one of those portable mills! Most people DO THINK about how to manage the property they buy, land, forests, buildings and all! We did…. It is a lot a work to care well for even just a few trees! Love all the ferns and mossy rocks you have, and blooming flowers!

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

I will definitely look into a portable mill Betty, seems like a great idea 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@teresaestevezalvarez664 16 дней назад

These men know exactly what to do, they make everything look easy they don't fuss at all. I' ve seen taller and thicker pine trees felling in tighter places at the back of my house

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

They are amazing Teresa! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@juliemcdermott9651 17 дней назад

Tree house is awesome! Thankful everyone is safe.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks Julie, I am also so thankful everyone is okay 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@kimberlyflanigan 16 дней назад

** SUGGESTION for the logs... make a log balance beam... a few logs placed up-right of slightly graduated steps... and then a nice long piece of the tree laid flat for them to "long walk" ... I'd send a picture but youtube doesn't allow it... google log balance beam...you'll understand what i mean.... I remember playing on something similar as a child,myself. Everything is looking so good on your farm... keep up the good work. Love to your family!

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks for the lovely suggestion of making balance beams Kimberly! We will google it and have a look, thanks so much 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@elizabethwezelman8547 17 дней назад

That episode was stomach clenching! Reminded me of life in the bush of Northern Canada, when we were clearing land to build our home. Felling trees can be very dangerous. The tree house looks lovely, and the idea of a sand pit for the boys to go with it is terrific. The tiled stairs look beautiful, and the stone house is going to really make Tara happy when she comes home. Hope you have thought ahead and got in a good supply of measuring tapes and other tools that the boys like to "help" you with. In a few days you will be forced to slow down and smell the coffee, reward for all your hard work. Well done John.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks so much Elizabeth, can't wait for the boys to see the treehouse! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@352lolo 17 дней назад

Lovely idea of making steps out of the wood. Good one Joao 👍🏾👍🏾

@KenG557 15 дней назад

So 'the wind' took down another tree. 😉

@TheNewbys 14 дней назад

Exactly Ken 😉

@juliewright1700 17 дней назад

You have that lovely cast iron wood burner, now the wood 😊

@c.l.sherman211 15 дней назад

Trees, just like people age. They have a genetic lifespan. If bark beetles don't kill Pines, (dried out bark because of a lack of water), they might die of old age. Douglas Fir, Western Juniper, and Whitebark Pine, may live more than 1,000 years in ideal situations. Giant Sequoias have a life span of more than 3,000 years. The type of tree determines how long it will live.

@ninaj8991 17 дней назад

Well done Senior Argostinio and Juel

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

They did an amazing job Nina 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@ninaj8991 17 дней назад

@@TheNewbys and John aged about a year. Well done John

@marysutherland8570 15 дней назад

Whew! That was a bit suspenseful! So thankful all ended up perfectly! If you leave the logs for the boys to play on, please consider driving some sturdy shakes into the ground on either side here and the so they can't shift or roll. We had a situation with one of our 4 boys that gives me chills to this day, but for the mercies of God, it could have been tragic! Oh and when that tree landed, you sure could have added that cheering croud sound effects in the background! There are many times that would be the perfect addition to your busy, productive and adventurous videos! I'm going to smile so big the first time I hear it!!! Missing Tara and the precious boys too, but so thankful they could spend some time with the family! Prayers for safe travels home!

@barbaradance3130 17 дней назад

Another job done John with that tree gone always something to do the tree house looks great

@billyinwaves 17 дней назад

It would be pretty cool to re-use the wood from the bottom half of that trunk - perhaps in the new house.

@maryhduke2307 17 дней назад

Cut circles for flooring or walls in your underground room.

@janetshaffer687 17 дней назад

Joa is such a talented young man , you have wonderful people all around you .😊 John you have enough to do without tackling that .

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

He is amazing Janet, we are so lucky to have all his help on the farm! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@magumagalhaes-dr2ip 17 дней назад

The tree house is wonderful!🏡😍It will be such a surprise for the boys! They will love it!❤

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

I can't wait to show them Magu! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@auntmaryspals7978 15 дней назад

We are having a huge old Oak taken down and I am a nervous wreck about it. It is right next to my mobile home. They have taken off most of the lower branches, but will need to use a crane for the rest. Ugh!

@donnab9015 16 дней назад

Cute 'quoted'at 15:49 comment on the diameter of the fallen tree 😅

@normamurray4450 17 дней назад

Wow, well done guys! Whew, glad that's over with and everyone is safe! I'm imagining Crusoe's excitement when he saw that on video!!!

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

I am also so thankful that it all worked out the way it did Norma🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@yvonnebirch6026 17 дней назад

I love following your progress John but what I love even more are all the flowers around your velvet lawn. I am glad you got help with your Trees. Dangerous job. Wish Tara and the boys lots of fun ! 💕🌷🙏

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks Yvonne, I am very proud of my garden! 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@calmitchell85 17 дней назад

Always sad to see a tree felled in this case definitely a necessity made gripping viewing wondering which way it would fall😊

@Helen77SouthAfrica 17 дней назад

What a good job guys 👋🤔🙏♥️

@marjoriefinlay3303 17 дней назад

Im always amazed at how much you have done on farm in just a few years

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Thanks Marjorie, we are so thankful to have done everything we have 😊🙏🏼❤️

@sallydeslandes7990 17 дней назад

I’m always amazed by the size and mass of a felled tree. It always seems so much bigger than when it was standing. Another great episode showcasing hard work and creative vision. What an exciting welcome it would be for Tara and the boys.

@AnitaVilla-qq1yf 17 дней назад

Oh my God I felt your tense about the tree falling but I am pleased for you that it all went well. 🌴

@TheNewbys 17 дней назад

John was really stressed out Anita! So thankful it was all okay 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@rhondallyons9842 16 дней назад

What is "corcoat"? John, you were speaking about a spindly tree looking thing that you said "probably stopped it from rolling a bit". Such a cool tree house you are working on for your darling boys! By the way you sure are blessed with good neighbors!! And the job you needed them to do my used to be asked to do because he was a logger. I bet your family will be so happy to all be together!! ❤

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Hi Rhonda, I was referring to a cork oak tree keeping the tree from rolling further down. I am very lucky to have the neighbours that we do, they are amazing. Thanks so much for watching 🌳🙌🏼🇵🇹

@sandrahohmann1898 17 дней назад

Hi Newbys Crusoe and Sawyer will be delighted when they come back home and see there tree house and sand pit. John you need to be commended on all the projects you've managed to do in 2 weeks. You're very lucky to have Joao and his family living next door. You could see they have felled many trees.

@TheNewbys 16 дней назад

Hello Sandra, I am so excited to show them everything I have managed to get done. Thank you for the compliment friend, I am so glad I managed to get a lot done whilst they were away ❤️❤️

@Jetta4TDIR 17 дней назад

That tree would make some awesome lumber for the build if you could mill and dry it

@tiogoala7654 17 дней назад

I was going to say, 'use the log as a ridge beam' on your new build at the house. That would be epic, but the logs may be to short at the moment. That "beam" would be stunning.