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HOMESTEAD GARDEN MAKEOVER - Building Our Dream Organic Vegetable Garden!

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It's spring here in New Zealand and it's time to start building our organic No-Dig vegetable garden on our Homestead Lifestyle Block. While no-dig gardening sounds easy, and once you get set up it is, the process of building your garden beds requires a few interesting ingredients and a bit of time.
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Join me and my wife ‪@CarrieRad‬ as we change the garden beds on our homestead property by building our organic soil oasis one layer at a time and transform the old, overgrown garden into something beautiful and productive.
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I'm Alex, I'm a travel filmmaker, photographer, and TV host. In January of 2021, I moved to New Zealand with my wife to find land and a home in the countryside. On this channel, I'll share some of my journey renovating our old homestead property as well as travel guides, motivational and inspirational videos from lessons I've learned during my life, and cooking recipes from international cuisine using vegetables grown in my home garden. Hopefully, my videos will help you learn new skills, find happiness, inspire exploration, and grow your creativity. Stay tuned friends!
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@RayaWasHere 2 года назад

Love this video Alex! Sooo great to hear your chat under the fruit free. I couldn't agree more. After years of traveling full time, these next few months feel like we're in limbo as we're making our way down to Costa Rica and I cannot waittt to put down roots there are you two are doing in NZ. Missing you both, can't wait to visit each other's homes and veggie gardens 😍

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hey Raya! I know you guys understand too. Wishing you both the best in your journey too. Can’t wait to visit in Costa Rica one day. Limbo sucks but it’s part of it 🙏🏼

@VictorVoyageandTravel 2 года назад

HI Alex. Another beautiful video. I started following you when you arrived in NZ. I am feeling tired living in Auckland. I love the city but really miss the sound of water, wind and birds. All I hear is construction, and lockdown does not make it easier. The more I watch your videos, the more I have this need to escape the city. I have decided to buy land in Huia (about 40 min from the CBD) and build a container house. I had it in mind for a few years, but watching both of you + the dog and the sheep inspired me so much. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Ka kite anō

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hey Victor! I feel you about the city life! 40 min to the CBD is a great balance. Best of luck in your journey friend. Cheers

@Sponjarvis 2 года назад

I would like to acknowledge the work your wheelbarrow has done since moving to the property. Definitely the under-appreciated star of your videos. I am really enjoying this content. Keep up the good work. 👍

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

This is so true. It deserves recognition for sure!!

@smplfylife 2 года назад

Definitely needs a name. Barry?

@Carolina-sk2bh 2 года назад

I live in an island in the Caribbean (Puerto Rico) in the country side and im minutes away from the beach. I get/feel what you’re saying 100%. Feeling, smelling the salt water, the fertile soil, the wind and my people. I wouldn’t change living in PR for anything in the world. PURE BLISS. We are one. One with nature.

@chrishellize 2 года назад

We are rural as well and I can honestly say your appreciation of what you have has made me appreciate what I have even more. I didnt realise how bogged down in the work I felt and that I was allowing it to eat a little of my love for where I live. I may even get the garden back into shape this spring :D Thanks for the inspiration and lesson in gratitude

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Chris 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@msgriz56 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your peace with all of us 💗

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

🙏🏼❤️

@annajoie700 2 года назад

I really am loving watching the journey of this whole homestead come to life! Thank you for sharing this piece of light and beauty with us all!! 🙌🏼💛

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Aww thank you Anna 🙏🏼 - thank you for joining us on the journey

@Polyllaleika 2 года назад

The beginning of your video is like a hypnosis video. With your voice… very relaxing almost felt asleep 😴

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hahah I was sitting outside recording the bird song at 6am and was just waking up. Speaking from the hear there ❤️

@Polyllaleika 2 года назад

@@AlexanderAyling should definitely consider hypnosis videos though 😂 Very cool video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👏👏👏

@escapereallife7128 2 года назад

So freaking kiwi Alex, the birds, the wind and the sheep baa'ing in the background lol, love it ♥

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

It’s the real deal!!

@deedee9355 2 года назад

Wonderful video Alex, the vibe of you and Carrie's videos lately remind of the quote by Claude Monet "My wish is to stay always like this, living quietly in a corner of nature" Thank you for sharing your beautiful corner of nature with us.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Aww I didn’t know that quote but I love his art, may have to try to imitate and paint our pond!

@commonsense6702 2 года назад

You've been collecting kelp, seaweed is generally viewed as the green lettuce that tangles round your fishing line when fishing. Put some of that lovely kelp into a taped barrel and add some water, it will become a concentrate which you can water down and use as a systemic spray over the foliage- early morning or evening You'll have to re-stake your tomatoes, better now than later as putting in a large stake later can damage the root system. Cane, plastic coated rod or untreated wooden stakes) It will also allow you to tie them off easier as they grow in height, (stay clear of the narrow plastic coated wire ties - they will cut into the stem) don't forget to pick out the laterals as they grow (between the main stem and the leaf), will allow for better fruit and cropping. Perhaps in another month do a repeat planting on tomatoes, lettuce. Time to put in your cucumber etc and a few pumpkins in an unused corner of your section. "Gardening is the slowest form of performing arts". Nothing like making your way into the garden and filling up the basket with fresh veges.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you for the tips! I love that quote - totally agree about gardening

@thesistoyvlogs3543 2 года назад

Your videos remind us how to live life. Absolutely love watching yours and Carrie's journey.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww thank you 🙏🏼❤️

@elahhale9057 2 года назад

Got to say there is great effort required to keep the momentum going to get your garden completed.☑️ From where it was, to where it is now in such a short time, plus the inside reno's, it's a mammoth task requiring mammoth energy, effort, resilience, and perseverance. I have a lot of respect for you two. Just loving how the garden looks and if Carrie gets her way with the arch at the entrance etc.. it'll look Mediterranean. Glad you've gotten around to slipping in the philosophical stuff, your in a perfect place and time to be doing that and it also demonstrates how appreciative you are of your world around you, which helps others to be so, of theirs. Love the little connections you make with the Lanka and Wool-son during your work. They are such love giving little sweeties. Thank you for a beautiful start to my weekend 🐕🐑🤠👩‍🌾

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hello Elah - thank you so much for this comment. It means a lot to read this after all the hard work. If you like the orchard talks, stay tuned because I’ve got some more coming. It’s nice to be able to speak about stuff more openly now. All the best, catch you next weekend!

@dianes4858 2 года назад

I’ve been to about 30 countries around the world and I’ve found none more beautifully diverse than New Zealand. Thank you for sharing your videos. I long for the day I can return. ❤️🇳🇿

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

I totally agree. Where is home now Diane?

@Bmwdressage 2 года назад

It would be cool if you uploaded a 30 min video of just the nature sounds on your property. No talking, no music overlay. Just the native birds, the water and breeze. We can lay in our living rooms and listen to the stillness of NZ ❤️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

It’s funny you say that. I was thinking of doing that recently - it’s coming so stay tuned

@Olivia-ch8or 2 года назад

Hi Alex- I really appreciate this video so much and needed it today. Living in a city, the essence of nature that is lacking is so palpable and can create a sense of loneliness and longing. I look forward to one day having nature in abundance again, and in the meantime appreciate watching your and Carrie's videos to remind me of the simple things. Can't wait to see the garden come together even more!:)

@cordeliastockwell1837 2 года назад

love your and Carrie's videos more and more now that your journey has brought you both to NZ!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Cordelia - we are both so glad you enjoy the videos. We love Aotearoa

@petrinacook9338 2 года назад

I would so much love the lifestyle you 2 are making for yourselves. It just inspires you to do it. I know that it is a lot of hard work but at the end of it, it just makes it all the more worthwhile.

@maxinekelly8417 2 года назад

Wow the garden beds look amazing too. ❤️🇦🇺👍

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Maxine 🙏🏼

@esscee2520 2 года назад

Hi, Enjoyed your orchard thoughts. Grew up on a farm and it is a great start in life. Teaches you that death is part of life and also the satisfaction of a hard day's work. Physical labour tires you out in a very different way to work inside. Outside and moving is my happy place. We have a little wild section now and pottering around pulling out weeds and digging out blackberry makes me really happy. Sounds crazy but eating a sandwich outside after weeding, listening to the tuis and the water is my perfect weekend activity :) My 30 year old wandering self would never have seen that coming.

@placidojr.menaje4067 2 года назад

Hi Alex, first time to click on your videos today, July 31, 2022. They are splendid sharing of your life journey with your wife Carrie. Your thoughts about life that should be free of burdensome activities of modern living strike a similar chord in my heart. Yes, you have chosen the best things in life. Also, the real and permanent freedom in life is to have JESUS in our lives. He says, "Peace I give you, peace I leave you; not as the world gives, give I to you." God bless and protect your marriage which I pray should be "till death do us part" with Carrie. Thank you so much for the videos. I really love New Zealand. I am from the tropical country of the Philippines.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Placido - I hope to visit your country someday soon

@jonas.zehnder 2 года назад

Man I just can’t get enough of these wonderful videos, your and Carries presence and your wise words. A very important reminder.

@damonmorris5874 2 года назад

Hey Alex what an awesome opening to this video! I love how you and Carrie are truly adapting to your new lifestyle. Sorry I haven’t been commented lately however, I’m quite a few videos behind. This just gives me something to binge watch on over the weekend. Thanks for sharing your guys process of creating a organic garden. Love your storytelling time!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

No worries Damon, the videos are here when you’re ready. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment

@ksenialyakhovskaya4867 2 года назад

Just adore this video! And i share all your values and beliefs , thank you 🥰

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Ksenia - I appreciate hearing that 🙏🏼 stay tuned for the next episode it’s CRAZY

@lauramc0788 2 года назад

Your land is beautiful - Seeing spring arrive.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Laura it’s amazing watching the world come to life isn’t it?

@eileenhildreth8355 2 года назад

Labour weekend is the day a lot of gardens get planted up so you are well on track. Stake those tomatoes with sturdy tall stakes so they don't get damaged by the wind

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Good tips!

@irinavavrinyuk7504 2 года назад

It is so relaxing and enjoyable to watch your garden to become a live

@mirandaavila1231 2 года назад

If little orchard chats became a new segment in your videos when you wanted to, I would be ALL FOR IT , LOVED that part :) Amazing video Alex! Sending love and the garden looks fantastic!!!!!💛✌

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

This is great to hear Miranda. More orchard talks will happen for sure. Feels good to speak from the heart and that it resonates. Thank you for watching, commenting and supporting 🙏🏼

@mariacasella979 2 года назад

I don't understand how this channel hasn't surpassed into the millions it is and your so deserving

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Maria - I really just started publishing here this year so it takes time. My other channel Vagabrothers hit one million. Maybe in time this one will too 👍🏽

@maxinekelly8417 2 года назад

Such a beautiful video you certainly have found your piece of paradise there just love the weeping willows in the pond reminds me of childhood . Thanks for sharing ❤️❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺👍👍

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

We love it here and the willow on the island is magic

@TraceyPoland 2 года назад

Enjoying this video and all of them! I bet you two sleep like babies 😴

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Best sleeps of my life here haha

@aaroncostello2984 2 года назад

Awesome video,awesome to follow along .... i'm a kiwi living in Hong Kong and watching what you're both doing makes me miss home and the peaceful NZ life... keep up the great work.

@terriwensley2824 2 года назад

Beautiful video Alex! You’ve not only showcased your gorgeous homestead, but also NZ. I envy your garden (and new peaceful life). Big Longtime Fan of yours and Carrie’s from Huntington Beach!

@charmaineczora8312 2 года назад

You are rich, privileged and totally blessed. Give thanks you are not living in a war torn country with bombs going off! x

@messiejessie 2 года назад

Every time I watch your videos I start searching lifestyle property for sale, living the dream! Love watching the progress.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Messie! I hope you find your dream place too

@MikeM-js5ne 2 года назад

Thanks!

@elay.b 2 года назад

Hi Alex! I've been following you for years, I've watched every single travel blog videos from your vagabrother channel. It's so good to get a more personal insight into your life and Carrie's now. I've been enjoying your videos so much, thank you for putting so much effort and energy into creating these. On a more technical note, I'm watching your videos on my tv plugged on KRK speakers, which are more sensitive than most at home setups. This has been going on for a few videos, but I wanted to catch up to the most recent one to make sure it was still an issue, which I just finished. I'm commenting on this older one because you might be able to hear it too around 16:00, it sounds like I have tinnitus. I've made sure it wasn't my speakers and it only happens in a few scenes and my phone can also pick it up on speakers. Less and less with newer videos, but I thought u'd appreciate to know this. It's probably an easy fix on your side when editing. Keep up the good work, looking forward to these sanded floors!

@victoriabrady48 2 года назад

This series gives me so much joy. I love your and carrie's videos, shows two different perspectives and different video styles, but both so good, such great quality, life giving and entertaining. Cant wait to see the journey continue! Makes me move back to New Zealand!! I used to live in Wellington. Such a gem of a town in this world.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Victoria - we really appreciate your support. Love Wellington!

@Sozacyn 2 года назад

You and Carrie are incredible! I love each part of the Homestead renovation and your garden will be amazing!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww thank you Cinthya ❤️

@samuelmatangi8125 2 года назад

Loving the gardens people🔥👍🏼You have come into your own with the whole kiwiana sustainable living thing rite? Love the foraging seaweed and yes that look like a good day for surfing but there’s heaps of days ahead for that.there’s an old advertisement here that used to say “ do the mahi (work) get the treat” which the two of you will defo be awarded with in the coming months.Anyhu keep up the good work team, yal is so inspirational.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Samuel! I’ve heard that phrase before - we’re currently doing the mahi haha

@angelap32 2 года назад

"WE FOUND THE WEED THAT GROWS IN THE SEA" I love it Alex haaa nice😉❤👌

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

You can’t smoke it! Haha

@angelap32 2 года назад

@@AlexanderAyling you are the coolest my friend I'm sitting here laughing my butt off at your comment LOL I wonder what would happen if you did smoke it🤣🤣🤣 please don't try that at home LOL we don't need your wife sending us a video that something went terribly wrong🤣

@Tom_McMurtry 2 года назад

Loved the nature doco styled intro! You have the voice for it when you choose, and the words!

@littlefluffiescloud8461 2 года назад

Bliss of silence 💯

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

👍🏽👍🏽

@janettewade9145 2 года назад

Thanks

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Janette

@29tarango 2 года назад

I love your videos and enjoying the process of renovating ur homestead

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you!!

@clairyairy 2 года назад

Your reflections about your days of busy travel was so interesting to hear. For many, that's the "ideal" kind of life, so it was really insightful and inspiring to hear you talk about your journey and the simple joys in life. I'm so grateful that you and Carrie are putting out content that really helps counterbalance "hustle culture", the idea of chasing dreams at all costs, and striving for "ideal" lives that society pushes us to live, even when it might not be what we truly want. Recently, every time I finish watching you/Carrie's vlogs, I feel so rejuvenated. Also, Woolson is growing up so fast!! Its incredible to see his growth alongside the progress made on the homestead. Amazing work and looking forward to your updates!! Hope yall are doing well!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Aww Claire!! This is so nice to read. We both really appreciate hearing this. But we are chasing our dreams right now - our dream was to live somewhere peaceful, grow as much of our own food as possible and keep sharing things that inspire us. I agree that the hustle culture - success and money at all/ any costs is toxic when it’s the only thing that drives someone, often times we’re finding the richest people in the world are often unhappy. I guess it’s about finding what fulfills you and going for that. You know?

@clairyairy 2 года назад

@@AlexanderAyling I suppose what I mean instead is that your reflections provide a sense of ease knowing that we can always change our trajectories in life and can take the time to live slowly and appreciate the moment, rather than rushing to reach a goal, if that makes any sense! Hope you are all doing well! :)

@patsymadar9862 2 года назад

There is something so peaceful and magical when I watch your videos, your narration and story telling so tells an amazing journey as we follow yours and Carrie’s journey bringing your gorgeous place to life. I’m always looking forward to the next one…🔥 🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Patsy. Really appreciate it

@barrysullivan59 2 года назад

Have you guys considered starting a worm farm yet. Seaweed & coffee grounds are supa foods for worms. Non meat or dairy kitchen scraps +paper can also be added. If you can find an old bath tub and sit it on blocks with the drain hole slightly lower to allow worm tea to drain into a container. This precious liquid,when diluted is a massive boost fertiliser.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks for the tip Barry! It’s on the list for sure!

@juliannamarie6298 2 года назад

I just can’t begin to explain how happy you both make me. To watch you grow into your dream is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your lovely life, Alex, Carrie, Lanka & Woolsen… 🥰

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Aww thank you Julianna - it brings us joy to hear this

@drayner2517 2 года назад

A wonderful vlog today and one which made me just a little homesick. I can’t wait to get back to my little corner of paradise in the Wairarapa. I’ve been in Auckland since just before lockdown helping out my daughter who had returned from the UK with her baby. Her husband arrived in the country 9 days ago along with their dog so tomorrow we pick up George from quarantine and then her husband gets out of MIQ on Friday. Hopefully I will leave for home next Monday - double vaccinated, proof of where I live and a negative COVID test to get through the AKL and Waikato borders!

@chifrancisfitness3176 Год назад

This was my favorite part seeing you being Emotional and its really touched my heart, love you. Planning to come to new Zealand, will contact you when I arrive. Peace. 🙏😍

@karina.silva88 2 года назад

Thank you for the nature shots and sounds again. Garden looks great! I got to say the aerial shots are amazing. Thanks for putting those in there so we get the big picture figuratively and literally.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Of course! I love adding the perspective. Thanks for watching Karina 🙏🏼🙏🏼

@MagellanandGreyhound 2 года назад

I really love the idea of making your own garden in a place that doesn't need you or it. It's a nice crossover of man in nature. Beautiful place.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Definitely into the less is more philosophy in the garden

@MagellanandGreyhound 2 года назад

@@AlexanderAyling We did the opposite :) Front, back and side garden in a semi-urban area just outside of NYC. Let the neighbors talk.

@natsumi2911 2 года назад

Looks fantastic 💚💚💚

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Lisa 🙏🏼

@helencarter4902 2 года назад

Orchard Philosophy made me cry (in a good way). Your films are so beautiful, I felt very peaceful and contemplative after this one. Thank you for all the effort that no doubt must go into each one. ✌

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww thank you Helen - this place makes me think and feel a lot more and it’s nice knowing that it speaks to you too. Thanks again for watching and leaving a comment

@mattdarby2837 2 года назад

My grandparents live in masterton and have a beach house near castle point that they go out to every weekend that we love because they it’s also like a mini farm! My dad grew up in the wairarapa and we live in Singapore now (I’m 16), we were back in December and January from AUS visiting around the Wairarapa seeing friends and family after doing MIQ in November and visiting around the country for a couple of months before moving here. It’s great seeing your videos and vlogs they remind me of home, keep it up!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hey Matt!! Castlepoint is a magic spot for sure! Hope you can make it back to NZ soon. Singapore is a chill city. Hawkers Markets are fun!

@shalikagalawala 2 года назад

Your vlogs have become our Sunday morning.. Thanks for that. It’s so soothing to listen to your calm voice. and, you guys are such an inspiration.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww thank you for bringing us into your home on Sunday morning

@fillyandlily6830 2 года назад

I yawned when Lanka did ahaha. You guys have done a great job of the place!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Haha - yawning is contagious. Stay tuned for next weeks video it gets real!!

@wendywalsh-pardey9439 2 года назад

Can I suggest you put a tall stake in with your tomatoes. You won't disturb the roots if you do it at planting. Love you guys.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Yeah you’re not the first person to suggest it. We will do it for sure.

@flossyangel1 2 года назад

What a great spot you both have and i agree it's a beautiful way to wake up indeed makes me miss the country. I'm learning , about how to prepare a no dig garden while watching your journey. As usual another great video, It also makes me miss the Wairarapa a little. Born and raised in Masterton. When I decided I needed a fresh start I came to Central Hawkes Bay and was renting a house in the country, a 30 minute drive to town so watching your videos make me miss that kind of living Definitely makes me want to go back to the country living in the future.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Angela - central HB is gorgeous too

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Angela - central HB is gorgeous too

@susanlivingston616 2 года назад

Thank God that there are people in the world like you Alex and Carrie. You have shown what is possible when you follow your dreams and vision. Alex, your photography is so outstanding and beautiful and accurately shows the bucolic beauty that surrounds you. Moving to New Zealand is now on my bucket list because of you and your incredible odyssey in the country. Unfortunately, I probably won't make it there because I am 78 yr old and living on a fixed income but you have made it possible for me to visit the country vicariously through your incredible vlog. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww Susan! Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m happy I can bring you along here every weekend. Thank you for the support

@gutlessgrit4855 2 года назад

I’m so happy for you guys. I’ve been watching for years and using your videos as travel guides and self care inspiration! What an amazing life you’ve manifested! Congratulations!!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you for the years of support - we couldn’t have done it without you

@susanhammond2724 2 года назад

I'm really enjoying watching how much the two of you are achieving in your little piece of paradise. Your garden looks amazing! So much hard work. Now that the weather is improving we are getting ready to plant our own small vege garden down here in the South Island. Happy gardening.😁

@ynotegg 2 года назад

Drinking my morning hot tea watching this beautiful video. Good work bro 👍🏽

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awesome!! Glad we can start the day together

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awesome!! Glad we can start the day together

@daisukehagino2994 2 года назад

Hi guys, I love your feeds a lot! Thanks! I think you guys and us have many things in common, so we feel things the same way in this beautiful country NZ, try and error. We lived in Tokyo, Kyoto, Hawaii, LA, and then NZ with lovely family including dogs and surfing life. Your plumbing work fail was very awesome! hahaha. Enjoy your life in NZ, I look forward to more fun of yours. Cheers,

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Daisuke!! I loved Japan but only visited Okinawa and Tokyo. I’ve always wanted to travel in rural Japan and in the mountains. It looks so peaceful

@daisukehagino2994 2 года назад

Let me know if you need information about Japan. Thanks for reply.

@yogaliaflow9345 2 года назад

Such a beautiful video Alex, your content is one of a kind. I got a little teary-eyed hearing you speak about life under the fruit tree Living in the moment is such a beautiful experience. I'm so happy for all of the progress you and Carrie have made! Keep up the good work! Can't wait for the next video!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you so much 😊

@BucketListTravellers 2 года назад

The garden looks amazing! I've thought about getting seaweed from the ocean for our garden, but I've always just bought seasol from the store. Might have to try actual seaweed for ourselves next time we're in the garden :D

@cleaisabela1244 2 года назад

“The pure utter bliss of silence”… so powerful 🌟 I can’t wait for this one day ☁️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

❤️❤️❤️

@littlepearlsofrandomness 2 года назад

Wow what a transformation! Loved the 80s power song 🎵

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you! 80s tunes help get the work done haha

@theadventuresofzoomandbettie 2 года назад

Another amazing episode. We are counting down the days on the settlement of our own homestead at the moment. Watching your videos is just ramping up the excitement even more! Cant wait!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awesome! Wishing you both all the best

@lec46280 2 года назад

I look forward to new videos from you and Carrie each week. So inspiring, peaceful, and grounding. Thank you for sharing your journey! 🌱

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Lauren! I see you here each week and really appreciate your continued support

@HeatherFarris 2 года назад

I think I need to start watching Carrie’s videos after yours because I saw some stuff in this video I swore you both had already done. Then I realized I was watching hers last… 🙃 We are planning/dreaming of buying property and building a passive house and I want to have a garden like this. It’s a lot of work but it brings so much joy and stress relief getting your hands dirty.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

I hope you find your dream property soon Heather. Until then we will see you in the comments of both of our videos. Much love

@meg7088 2 года назад

Absolutely beautiful, you two ✌🏽 you've done an amazing job on your homestead it is gorgeous, your garden is spectacular, it's everything you could ever imagine and more 🐑🦜🦉🐦🌅 and the surf🏄🏽‍♂️ is just around the bend, Lol, Lanka wants to be a sheep dog, he's teaching himself to hypnotize the Rams 👀 nahh just joking 😂

@lauraf2327 2 года назад

The garden looks amazing, well done! Look forward to your updates every week, can’t wait to see what you and Carrie get up to next. 💛 from Auckland

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Laura!!! We appreciate the support. Hope you’re holding up ok in Auckland

@angelap32 2 года назад

WOWWW!!! The beginning of this video is so beautiful and relaxing and your voice Alex is soothing just like the views you're so lucky to get out of California it's like another world where you are no pollution no traffic no hustle and bustle and craziness...ahhhhh

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Angela! We feel grateful to be down here. That being said there are so many beautiful places in California, you just gotta get out there

@angelap32 2 года назад

@@AlexanderAyling your very welcome my friend...yess beautiful places but you're in such a quiet soothing place NZ😊

@ThefetchNZ 2 года назад

You know I’m in Ashburton and the one thing I miss about level 4 is the silence. Love ur eye on our country. Aren’t we lucky ❤️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Ben! I loved Ashburton, we drove through on our South Island roadie last summer. Tried fishing for salmon in the Rakaia but only had one hour on one afternoon. Would love to come back and explore more. Beautiful area

@ThefetchNZ 2 года назад

My grandad helped build the Mt Hutt complex. But politics was erased from most history books. He was a bit of a prick,just saying. Such a good area of NZ

@roselaine_serv 2 года назад

Wow

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

🙏🏼🙏🏼

@bajlandiabajlandia5898 2 года назад

😘🤗super garden indeed!

@gracetuyor2639 2 года назад

Wow❤❤

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

🙏🏼🙏🏼

@jorgerodriguezcastillo3887 2 года назад

This is so nice Alex. Love your place, the yard, the scenery is stunning, and the garden looks amazing. Can't wait to see your harvests.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Jorge!! Garden is starting to grow nicely

@rheajean7021 2 года назад

From LA fast living to NZ slow living and landscaping. Absolutely love watching!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Rhea - big change but we’re all for it

@Scottygirlnz 2 года назад

Good morning, I've been looking forward to another video!!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awesome!! Welcome back 🙏🏼

@me-lg1yw 2 года назад

I feel like such a slacker compared to you two. I power washed my deck more than a month ago and only got to staining it today because we’ve had so much rain.

@andyashby9588 2 года назад

Awesome vid as usual alex.all you need now is a hearty ute chuck the board and dog on the back booya cusher!!😁

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Yeah! I love our Fortuner - it’s got such great 4x4 capabilities and is comfy on the road. Probably going to end up getting a trailer

@andyashby9588 2 года назад

Nice..

@jadeupton4 2 года назад

loved this video!! keep them coming!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thanks Jane glad you enjoyed the video stay tune for next weekend though because things get crazy again

@sarahs1708 2 года назад

Thanks for showing us some more of the beauty of NZ and your patch of it. This video has definitely inspired me to get outside this weekend, breathe in nature and find some calm 👍

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awesome! Hope you enjoy the weekend :)!

@marciabsb1 2 года назад

I'm enjoying and learning with you both about the most important things in life. The images on this video is like poetry, so beautiful!

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you so much 😊

@MarleeCraig 2 года назад

What a beautiful sound to wake up to Alex. Awww, Lanka and Woolston are so cute, the garden looks amazing Alex ♥️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

It’s really peaceful. Thanks for watching, stay tuned for next weekends episode because it’s crazy!

@katiedenny83 Год назад

Clean up crew! 💖💖

@nannajaysadventures 2 года назад

Absolutely love what you are doing with your gardens...such a beautiful spot. Also, my son came in and was watching with me (he is 7) and said, "wow, what beautiful people" .... thought I would share, it is always lovely to hear good things from people

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Awww thank you both. Sending love ❤️

@raulmalh 2 года назад

This video is so peaceful, it highlights that sometimes the simplest things in life are those that can bring us the greatest happiness. Thank you for this 🙏🏼

@johnpaki1534 2 года назад

Cool video bro, that first clip of the beach I could of sworn you were in Hawaii🤣take care guys

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

We are in Polynesia!! Just the southernmost island chain :)

@10barnaby1 2 года назад

I loved this so much. Random thoughts, rosellas are pretty but Aussie imports, we kind of put up with them begrudgingly, lol. Thank you for your open philosophical reflections, glad you feel safe to speak from the heart cause that really resonates. It's so liberating to be authentic. Finally, glad you guys are here and feel lucky to be sharing your journey, I always look forward to the updates. Garden looks amazing. Arohanui 🌹

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you for being here and listening / caring. 🙏🏼

@Bossofyou 2 года назад

That was a beautiful Intro. Made me want to move to the country.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏🏼

@carolcuming2152 2 года назад

Well done with all the hard work. What an achievement. Thankyou for sharing your journey.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Carol!! Thank you for joining us on the journey

@yaminislittleworld4258 2 года назад

I come to your videos whenever I want a dose of nature in me ❤

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Thank you Yamini - that’s what I’m here for :)

@mardeva_ 2 года назад

tomatoes originated from the americas, specifically the Andes. Great garden! What a change from what y’all started with

@houndanayeg3495 2 года назад

I love watching both yours and Carrie’s videos. You each have such unique and different perspectives. It’s pretty cool to see both viewpoints! Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the property ♥️

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

We both appreciate the support

@debbykearney2801 2 года назад

Another great video including the scenery of NZ is great. You and Carrie live a beautiful and balanced life. Loved the Sri Lanka video where you got Lanka. Can't wait to find the video from the start of yours and Carrie's relationship. I have never been to the North Island but if you get to the South again you must go to Dunedin beautiful unspoiled coastline with heaps of animal life.

@AlexanderAyling 2 года назад

Hey Debby!! Thank you. I studied at Otago for a semester. Love Dunedin!