A MASSIVE UNDERTAKING | Building A Road On The Side Of A Mountain 

If you only live for tomorrow you will miss today. Nothing wrong with sharing feelings. We're all your family on this trip together. Enjoy it.

It's ok Kenzie, I'm 70 years old and thought those same thoughts when my littles were tiny. They r both in their early 40s now with beautiful families of their own, and thriving. Now I get to have a new best time with them and my 6 tiny grandbabies. Enjoy everything u do and live. It keeps getting better.

Kenzie When things happen when you are not ready it weighs you down.just remember that Spencer will never let you nor his family be in harms way. Spencer is a laid back thoughtful type of man and he will be there for you even when times are hard because he will talk to you and let you know you’ll have each others back. Bowdogg

Make a swamp cooler. Much more efficient than AC. You can re-use it when you move the cabin to the property.

The education the kids will get being with their parents while on this journey will be far better than anything they'll learn in a classroom!!

Your daughter filming was so darn cute. Thanks for including it.

Well that was freaking adorable. Bo got to film. First to my knowledge. Just like mommy! How precious 🥰And of course we can’t miss Cam on daddy’s lap in the tractor. I love you guys. Work and family time all at the same time. Lots of love from SC❤️

Girl..we all go through highs and lows in life! Mountain tops and valleys. Embrace them both, Mountain tops are amazing, and valleys are as well. Remember, the valley is where all the fertilizer ends up, where we do the most growing. Hope that makes sense. I also wanted to share how wonderful it was to see your new upload and take a minute to watch it. Given the state of our world right now, your channel is a welcomed break and such a breath of fresh air, literally. 😊 Thank you for sharing your life, bringing joy in a much needed time.

This was a fabulous video! Spencer working so diligently on the road. The Bo cam was great! Thank you Kenz for sharing your struggle and your heart. And baby Cam blowing bubbles! ❤️ Thank you for allowing us on these little peeks into your family’s journey.

Bo Cam with commentary was adorable! Mom is muddy, Io is pooping. Love it! Thank you for sharing! The littles are getting so big! Take care.

Bo filming was the most adorable thing ever. 🥰

Beau's filming debut was spectacular! She has been observing her Mother. Cam seems to be a good talker; easy to understand for his age. Kenz you're fine and sound like a Mother of young children. My two are adults w their own families, my husband is gone. My life is all leisure - and when I remember those busy busy years, I don't feel one bit guilty and relish my free time! There's beauty and joy to be found in all of life's seasons. You and Spencer are great together. The land is almost special enough for this family. May you see beauty everywhere you look - that's what we see in Life Un-Contained❤

As an old lady, I look back wondering if I wasted too much time, but nothing is a waste, working, bringing up children, resting , sleeping, we need it all to be fulfilled , you are such a team and everything you do today brings more tomorrow.

If Spencer keeps going like he is you are going to have a major Interstate highway to your homestead. LOL. He is doing a great job and getting better as he goes. I really enjoy these times when you open up and share your heart and soul with us. We all have been there at one time or another, so we feel for you. The one thing we have no control over is time, it passes whether we like it or not. Enjoy all of the todays because before you know it, it will be tomorrow, and we can never go back again. I absolute love the kids, they are adorable. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

Y'all. This is the childhood we & my kids had. You have the technology, but are using it SO much better than faces in phones. You two & the kids, have a beautiful gift of time together, looking @, living, learning & teaching. Tears. Love y'all. 🧡

Can I just say how amazing you've become as a filmmaker, your camera work, editing and narrative talent has grown immensely over the years, I could totally see you becoming a top notch documentary filmmaker. Once you guys get finished building and get settled in up there I'm sure there's some great subjects to make a nature documentary, your work is good enough to be on Netflix or other online platforms.

I’m sure it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. From my perspective, you guys are working so hard. You are doing a wonderful job with the children and creating such special family memories.

Kenzie, if only I had the same awakening you are having. If only I had been able to know that the years would fly by, and my home would be empty in such a short time. All those hours at work, all those hours working on everything but what mattes the most in this life. Embrace the joy that those children can bring to you and try to help your husband understand the same thing. Roads, houses, land, farming, raising animals should be fun and as part time as possible. As always thanks for the videos!

Spencer, before continuing to dig push those spoils infront of you into the trench with the back of the bucket and dig them back out, another suggestion is to get a front bucket attachment for your tractor that will definitely help you a lot

Thank you again for showing the night sky with the stars wheeling across the heavens and the moon following above the trees. Blessings on all of your endeavors!💞🐑🦌🐝🐈‍⬛📚🫖

I follow your channel because you both are authentic, positive, interesting and have the guts to not just think the dream but to make your dream. Love you guys. - your well wisher for the last several years

Every mama goes through, I can’t wait till 6 months, I can’t wait till they walk, I can’t wait till they talk, I can’t wait till……I’m 68 and my mom told me to not wish things away. It’s ok to feel that way. Just know you and Spencer are building such a beautiful life for you and the kids. You’re AMAZING parents!!

Girl you need to start counting the blessings. You have way more going for you than most young moms. Get a journal and everyday write down 3-6 things that are amazing about where you and your family are in your lives. Give yourself a break. This life is simply amazing if you start to just smell the pines. All of us moms have been through those feelings. You are not alone. My sweet older neighbor gave me this advice and it sure helped me.

I just have to say you had me crying so hard Kenzie. I am just like that. It took me until I was 60 to have the dream my wife and I have now with land and horses and a beautiful daughter who rides like I can hardly believe. It may be painful to think that far ahead but you have a thankful heart and that is such a precious gift. Love you all. I hope my daughter finds someone like Spencer to love her like he loves you. So proud of him.

Just a tip when digging a ditch like that if you don't want to get dirt all over your road. Dig the ditch pulling towards the area you haven't excavated yet instead of towards the road. It will keep it much cleaner and faster because you will get a full bucket every time. Also that excavator has a hing point at the bottom of the boom arm so it can easily dig this way. That's what they are made for.

The running commentary while Beau was filming, was sooo stinking cute!❤ Well said Kenz...I think a lot of us are guilty of that, but at least you recognize that. You have a wonderful family!❤

It was so cute watching you being filmed by your "mini-me" daughter. It is so difficult when they are young and you all are doing a fantastic job. You've accomplished so much. I'm sure there are times (off-camera) when you want to scream in frustration with the overwhelming responsibilities. Your solutions of giving yourself a break do work wonders. I was a single parent when my two girls were about the same ages as your two. No family around, working full time and broke. Baby steps, you learn what works and what doesn't. Between the two of you and the laughter, it will get you through the rougher times. Yes, take the blessings when you receive them. It will be fun to look back on all of these times and imagine everything it took to get through it. You all are amazing! Keep it up.

There's nothing wrong about looking to the future. Just remember all that you two have accomplished. Stay safe.

For added cool off, try setting up a super large reflective tarp over your camper,with a nice size air flow gap in between the tarp and the camper’s roof.

Hang in there, you have to continue to remind yourself that life is a series of ebb and flow and each challenge helps prepare for the next and simultaneously makes you appreciate all you have been able to accomplish to date.

Life goes by so fast that one day you have babies and in no time at all they will be grown up and gone. My kiddos are 46 & 43 years old, my grandchildren are 22, 21, 18, 15 and I am 67. It feels like no time has passed since my kiddos were tiny and I constantly wonder where the time went. Make the most of every minute. 😊

Love the butterfly / fairy wings in the forest. I’m a grandmother that is worried about staying safe because of an accident many years ago.. so stay safe.

Kenz dont forget that there would not be anything done if you were not there. You are an awsome person and you are the glue of this amazing family. Mutch love from Sweden

Please know that you and your family are amazing!! So thrilled that you take time with the kids too. Look at everything you have accomplished together and have peace that things will get done. Everything takes time and we are here for it with you!

How absolutely amazing is it to have your 2 offspring’s side by side helping with y’all’s new habitat ❤❤

I read once that we only have eighteen summers with our children in their whole lives. So yes you want to make the most and be the most content with each day. Life is precious and it does go by fast. All on its own even without our wishing it!

Get yourself a soft-start for the air conditioner. It drastically reduces the inrush amps by slowly starting the compressor over a few seconds. Which then allows you to run the AC on a much smaller generator.

Love the bloopers 😂 the Beau filming was so cute. The kids are living their best memories ❤

Your kids are going to remember this as a fun camping trip and an adventure and because of this they will be braver in their lives. This is my experience anyway. Life is for the living and it is perspective that can change everything.

Not finished the video yet but just wanna say your children are living the dream😊looking at father and son in the excavator you could see that little boy was in his element ❤❤and Beau with her camera and such quality time with her mum, you both are giving your children a truly amazing life everyday keep going❤️👏👏

This episode MOVED ME in ways I didn't think were possible any longer.. you two are AWESOME parents and an AMAZING power couple!! There is LITERALLY nothing that can stand against you as long as you are together. Truly a FANTASTIC episode and I feel privileged to have witnessed what you've chosen to share. THANK YOU!!!

Kenzie, thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your thoughts. You are so precious and caring and loving and want the best for Spencer, the kids and yourself so you may have anxious moments. Take solace in the love you receive from your family and continue be the wonderful young lady that you are each and everyday. Continued blessings to you and your family.

Thank you for including us in your adventure! My husband and I have been watching from the beginning and we love forward to your next video. Life can take a toll on us no matter what we are doing in our lives. It’s called normal. Yeah maybe things will change in the future but enjoy your now. You’ll never have any regrets.

I teared up when you shared your thoughts. What you said is the truth. I am an empty nester and I remember having those same thoughts when my children were little. Now I am able to spend more time with my grandchildren and realize all those big things that were actually little pebbles that I could have picked up and thrown to God instead of be anxious about them. Good bless you and your family.

I loved how you shared (vulnerably) your introspective view of how we "all" try and fast-forward our lives. It's difficult sometimes to just stay in the moment... especially as busy content creators who also have young children. I'm grateful that you share both the ups and downs of your evolving life story with your audience. With that said, know that none of your uncomfortable moments are for not...even if you prefer to fast-forward through them, but rather necessary...because they are there to help make you stronger, more informed, while adding incredible wisdom. This will be a blessing, not just for you, but also for your children and the audience who adore you. Your pain is our collective gain. Ultimately, you'll look back on this and smile... 'cause let's face it. You're built for this❤

That was a wonderful release of your stress story. I am nearly 70 and my wife and I had similar thoughts while raising our 4 kids. Now as we reflect on our lives. Our entire life is a blur. Time truly flies by. I wish now that time had slowed down and we lived only for the days as everything else will work itself out. Love your channel.

Been watching from the start. Now you have a young excavation expert n dad... And a daughter as camera girl..... brilliant your kids will never forget. Including them in your endeavours! These guys of yours are gonna be amazing grown up! There work ethics as such.

Awwww, I love Beau filming, it was so cute hearing her commentary, her sweet lil self warmed my heart

Having an attitude of gratitude will put things into perspective. Your healthy family, your children's laughter and the fact that you are so blessed to have this opportunity to build a new home in this amazing location. Peace and blessings.

Your "little" cabin in the woods is turning out to be quite an undertaking. As artists we talk about "process" with the kids, the dogs, the amazing amount of work, enjoy the process.

I loved Beau's little filming clip. So adorable. The women's mind is a beautiful thing and our biggest nemesis

You made me cry..., I am 62 now and on disability due to spinal Cord damage ETC..., and when raising My 2 Children being single Parent and so busy each and every day..., I use to use That saying Thank God Its Friday..., Know it would give Me the weekend to do more..., I was wishing my life away and was not aware as You are..., You are special Type of Human.... Thank You for sharing...

"The greatest work a man will ever do is within the trees of his own 😂 forest!" This quote really says, "within the walls of his own home." I love the journey you guys are on in this season of your lives."

Kenzie I have filled you and Spencer from just about day one of your Adventures. You two are one of the great examples of a young couple carving their own way in the world and taking the path less traveled. We all anticipate and watch the videos you make with envy wishing we would have done this when we were younger. It's very easy for us to say don't be hard on yourself for getting down once in a while. But most of us have been in your mind set many times in our lives and reflect later on in life as to how we arrived at that state. I'm 69 and had my fair share of times that we wish we could change. But if we could change the would we still be the person we are, who knows. All I know is I would like to say thank you to both of you. You and Spencer are great parents and your children are adorable. Thanks again from Kevin from NS Canada. Krap that was long winded......😅

God Bless you Makenzie!! You are human and you are allowed to wish ahead some….looking forward to what will come!! Hang in there and be in the moment. You are parenting two small children and dealing with change…give yourself Grace!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😍🤩

I just want to thank you for including your kiddos in each video. They bring a smile to my face. I'm 76 and have 11 grandkids and one great grandson, and they are a delight. I love seeing your little girl with her butterfly wings and learning to use the camera, and your little boy with his bubbles. I drive school bus and it's a treat just to watch my bus kiddos face the adventures of life each day. I admire the way you are raising your family and being so supportive of each other during the hardships of building you life together. Drive on!

Kenz, I’m so proud of you for sharing your feelings. Remember: you are a human being, and you are loved. ❤

It brings such a warm feeling to my heart❤. To see your little girl filming. I still remember your beginning when you guys were asking each other how many subscribers you’ll think you would have. I bet you never thought that a couple million would love you and your content. Thank you for taking us along your journey. Such a beautiful family.

Having dogs are one of the best things in life! ❤

So heart warming seeing the kids having a great time playing with each other and not needing constatnt technology like most children these days.

Hey ya'll are doing great! Now that I'm older and retired, I tell my 30 year old cousins that are feeling overwhelmed with kids and just life all together. And they feel frustrated and don't understand why. I tell them the older you get the more calm you get. You won't worry as much and all the frustrating things with kids and stuff your doing won't be that big of a deal. When your younger everything is extreme and very busy. Take time for yourself and give yourself a break. Ya'll are doing greater then you think. I love ya'll and everyone that watches your show adores ya'll. As my girlfriend use to say to me when I would complain or just have a bad day. COWGIRL THE F_ _ _ UP! It worked too!

They say Rome wasn't built in a day, your driveway will take a little bit longer as well. That is a lot of work. Being a full time mum takes a lot of your time up, it is not easy being away from your home. Now you have a new sweet person doing the filming. Stay safe, love from Mike. ❤

You have grown in wisdom and it is hard to make sure not to let the little things stress you. You are a wonderful mom and voicing your feelings will go a long way in keeping the big things close to your heart while also passing on that ability to your children. There are no problems, just challenges and opportunities to learn and grow. (This from another grandmother, who had a great mentor at a young age that helped me build that mindset and reinforce it daily)

Mom and Dad are going through a lot right now, not to mention being away from home and your normal routine. Both of you are handling things so well, so Kenzie, when the need rises, talk to us - try to clear your mind and share your worries and thoughts. Spenser is doing an amazing job on the road and ditch and Kenzie you are doing an amazing job caring for and entertaining two young children. Like you said, we all seem to “wish away” times in our life or try to live a too fast paced life. Hope that makes sense.

My father used to say when I was depressed/stressed out that I needed to worry about the things I can control and all the other stuff would fall into place and he was right, it helped me focus on the things that were important to me. Kenz you seem so down to earth just focus on your family. you're doing a great job. Okay?

You guys are creating memories for your family they will never forget

I love seeing what young children focus on when you hand them a camera. Sometimes it's a big surprise to see what they feel is important.

We are in our 70's now..we enjoyed the time and place when we raised our kids and built a future. Time marches on..embrace every moment of it.

Kenzie you spoke some very wise words to live by when you were talking about not wishing your life away. Live for the moment and tomorrow will take care of it's self. Thanks for the funny little interaction between you and Spencer at the beginning of the video. I love when you include those in your videos. May God Bless and Keep your Family Safe 💞 Be Happy 😂 Safe and Healthy 💞

I admire the both of you. Truly inspirational!

You are right on girl. Enjoy every moment. You guys are doing great .Don't let anything get you down. Keep on going!

Hi Mckenzie, I understand exactly how you feel. I've been there. However, because of all I've been through, now that I look back and my kids are grown I watch videos of moms like you do to make things work at least on their videos. I don't know how effective their system works, but what I've seen is something they all have in common. 1. They pre plan to the minute detail. They take weeks, even months to plan and troubleshoot misshaps that may come along the way. They prepare meals weeks in advance and freeze them so when they need it, all they do is thaw it a bit and put it in the microwave. That way they don't have to worry about cooked food. Pack plenty of first aid and over the counter meds just in case. You can maybe build a shed or buy another container to store plenty of toys for the kids to keep them busy, including a kiddy pool and other things. Maybe in the container you can hook up a hammock for you to sit and read a book or surf the net if you have reception. Who knows? Anything you can store in there to keep you entertained while Spencer is working. I'm sorry your hands are tied, but that's the way it is when the children are so small someone has to be with them while the other works. Those are suggestions so you can do what you want to and not feel constricted to not be able to do anything.

Kenzie, Enjoy every moment, you’re experiencing new challenges, some are small and some little bigger, it’s what makes us who we are. Life’s full of challenges, today but can imagine how difficult life was for the settlers in the early 1800’s? No machinery, no phones, no AC!!! They did it and I know that you’ve a smart woman, a tough woman, one great wife and a fantastic MOM, you got this. I’m in my mid 60’s and watching various videos of young families getting started making homesteads on RU-vid, brings back tons of HAPPY memories of hard work and plenty of laughs when my wife and I build our home 30 years ago. It makes me want to start another homestead!!!! Great years of accomplishing little steps (lots of them) to build our dreams . . . Your channel provides me with dreams of maybe another chapter in my life, thank you. Your challenges in this chapter of your life is on video, really cool!!!! And it will be filled with memories that you’ll remember the rest of your life and the lives of your children and your husband. Love your channel!

McKenzie I can appreciate your editorial. It was only after having children that I became almost obsessed with the future. Now 35 years later all 3 of our adult children have exceeded our thoughts on where, what and who they might become! And they all 3 are happily married and gave us 9 grandkids and they honor us with their time and attention. I even have a weekly movie night with my middle child. My oldest daughter. Give today the attention necessary to your family so that the future can be the best possible place to live.

Spencer McKenzie and family, and yes this is a absolutely humungase undertaking that you have to develop the infrastructure of this property so that you can have safe access and usage but remember that you millions of people who appreciate support and believe in what you are doing and I think that we will continue to support you throughout the process and I also think that you are creating some of the most natural organic and amazing memories with your children that they will be able to cherish for a long long time and help them to develop into some wonderful people just like so many of us believe that their parents are. Humor filled, creative, compassionate and very logical thinkers. Throughout each trial in this process may you all be blessed with greater wisdom ❤️ and abundant appreciation for the beauty of nature.

I feel like my husband and I (plus our kids) would be such good friends! Y’all’s sense of humors literally have us all rolling 🤣 always remember - one day at a time, especially on those harder days! That’s all we can do!

Hang in there you are doing an amazing job as parents and balancing the kids and work ❤. The new place is looking really good and glad the kids got to see the bear. Spencer is doing good job on the road 👏

Well done to you both. Look at how happy your little campers are and how full their little lives are. Don't be hard on yourself Kensie, when you were building the container home you didn't have your hands so full. Enjoy this time. Make memories, and take a deep breath. Life isn't always a sprint. Sometimes its a jog. I love your channel and thank you for sharing your lovely lives with us.

My Home Economics teacher stated: “Use what you have to get what you want.” I have used that statement several times and have saved a lot of money. Sometimes it’s better than buying something new. I enjoyed watching you make a tool trailer that fits your needs. Thank you.

You know you're not the only one to think that way. I'm 65 and my son will be 49 and my daughter will be 47. I would give anything for some of those years back with them. They blessed us with 4 beautiful grandkids. My daughter that I love like my own by another mother will be 39 and blessed us with 3 grandkids and her oldest gave us a beautiful little great grandson. No matter how old they get you will alwayswant that time back. You and Spencer are great parents and as they get older they will know if you want things you will have to work for it. That place is going to be beautiful when you are finished with it. Love to you all!

Such a sweet moment when you talk to the camera about living in the moment... I felt that 🌹

You are soo on point Kenzie! Life passes us by like a vapor in the wind. The fact that you are aware of this makes every moment even more special! Hold fast to those moments in time! God Bless

So much work you have done and so much left to do, at least you have Beau to do the filming once in awhile! Which is adorable 🥰❤️✌🏻

Thank you for sharing what you're feeling; I can definitely sympathize with you and you do such a great job with the kids and all that you do. This time will go by in the blink of an eye, even when it seems to be lasting forever. You'll love the memories and those two sweet children that you have, are so worth the time and energy. Don't feel guilty for feeling overwhelmed; all mothers feel that way at times and it doesn't mean we don't love our kids. Have a good rest of the week. (from Sandi)

Building a sustainable road is a daunting task in itself but, on a mountain just adds to its complexity... You're doing a splendid job...!

The road looks fantastic,I think putting in the ditch really cleans it up. Good job!! 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦

Loved Bo's camera work, taking after her mother .

You are right Kensie, life is short.. I’m 70 and it seems like only y’day (40 yrs ago) we were building our house and starting our family. I think it’s only natural to get stressed sometimes and it’s not always about something that really matters. But you are correct, don’t wish your life away, cherish every moment as it happens....

Everyone feels overwhelmed at some point in our lives Kenzie, and it's only human nature to think that way. There's more room in ya'lls hearts for the undertaking than you're giving yourself credit for. Spencer is a great man, you are an amazing partner, ya'll will get through this. Look in the mirror everyday and see the wonderous world ya'll are creating! Love ya'll ❤

You guys are amazing and continue to impress. You undertake things like your builds, road making etc with no prior experience and show people it can be done diy. Most people without experience in these things would not attempt it, including myself. You inspire so many, and amaze all. Keep kicking those goals.

Such a lovely family. Your children are so lucky to have you as parents. Loving, involved, conscious. You are the best and they will be wonderful people as a result.

The Best things in life are truly Free! Enjoy every moment you make w/ your family especially those beautiful babies, one day they'll be young adults and your mind won't be able to conceive how fast the time went! At 5he end of the day family makes you rich, & everything else is not worth giving a second thought to! God bless you and your family and Showing the World what's most important to every Man, Women, & child in life!

Really appreciate you sharing like you did. It was a good reminder for myself as well because I definitely look at problems and make them bigger than they really are. Enjoy all the little things, especially time with those babies. My son is about to turn 17 and it feels like he was just 5 yesterday.

Transition is so stressful, but when I think how stressful it could be I look up at the sky and am thankful for an ordinary day. Sending love!

It's not the destination. It's the journey. It is the now and the future takes care of itself. You're videos renew my faith in people and in God each and every time I tune in. Thank you.

You are both doing amazing! Thank you for your transparency, Kenzie. All is well--no one is sick or has any physical problems/disabilities, so be grateful to God for all the harmony, love, and supply He brings.

Even without having the work you two are doing when the kids are this age you do feel stressed. And it is good to express how you feel. It's not whining or complaining. And by saying it out loud it relieves stress. Things will workout and sometimes just acknowledging what you are thinking helps you change. ❤

You guys are doing GREAT, especially with the kids, keep making those memories. The road work is coming along nicely. I like the longer video of you two. Great shot of the bear and fantastic dogs.

From experience, I've learned, when we have ideas and plans we want to accomplish in our lives, we often get 'caught' looking too far ahead and forget to enjoy the moment we are in. Time is a friend and an enemy if we are not paying attention. Life live to the fullest, enjoy it every step of the way. Time flies by quickly. And it really does go by in the blink of an eye. I recently turned 65 and I'm like wow. How did this happen soo fast. The other realization is that there are less days in front of me than behind me. Now that's eye opening. You folks are amazing and I love watching your videos. Live, love, breathe and enjoy every moment.

Darlin!! Your living your best life right now!! You don't get a second chance to do it over, so do your best to do it right, RIGHT NOW!!! Love as much as you can and make lots of memoirs you will smile when you look back on them. Blessings to you ands your peeps. Share with them how God created everything they are surrounded by and how Good he is.