NO GOING BACK | Taking Grid Power Away 

so glad you two finally took a break

Can not believe it's been 4 years watching all you both have done seeing now 2 babies grown ,many prayers congratulations ,Beautiful family place 🙏🚜welcome to the New Chapter and the rest of the family 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦, quite in woods in mountains is Almighty GOD beautiful prints each day or night are different enjoy

You both deserve this so much, remember that what you are building, whether your home or your RU-vid channel, is all for nothing if you sacrifice your health and your family time to achieve it. Take time regularly for yourselves as a family, because ultimately once you've dedicated all your time to your work, it will be too late for anything but regrets.

Very nice that you managed to get away for a holiday trip - and timing it for getting rid of those power poles and wires was opportune. The various parks you went to looked delightful, and coming across the black bear with her cubs was so special. I imagine that was definitely one of the highlights of the entire trip.

I've followed you, Spencer and now the family since your 1st program aired. Simply 1 of the best weekly airing so far. Congratulations on removing those eyesores of un-needed light poles. Looking forward to the many more years of air time.

Yes!! Would love to come stay in the barn!! Have followed you kids since the very start of container’s delivery!❤️❤️💕💙🙏

😊Wow... you actually shared a bit of your vacation with us, your fans. The aerial views were fantastic and to see the love you share with each other and the Children (and your pets), is truly great. You chose some amazing places for your break and I'm super happy you were able to finally take advantage of that. Thanks for sharing. Please take your time returning home...

Congrats on the completion of your "AWESOME" home. I too have been watching you two for a couple of years and I'm envious and happy for you. You've done an amazing job on your container home. You've also built an amazing family. What an experience it will be for your kids to grow up in such a wonderful place.

To keep wasps away, hang a paper bag filled with packing material and a few pebbles to bulk it out to look like a wasp nest. No wasps will nest near it or venture around that spot. I've been doing this for three years and it works. My heart goes out to the electric company worker.

We are glad that you took some time to take a vacation after working on your home and property for the past four years. Now the yard looks much better with the power poles and wires removed. Thanks for taking us along on your vacation and sharing the bears with us.

I know exactly how you feel about losing those old electric poles. I remember when we had our old garbage can replaced with a shiny new one. There were so many good memories attached to the old can. Chasing it down the street during a windstorm, giving it a yearly bath, trudging down the driveway in two feet of snow carrying it to the curb, and standing on it to hang Xmas lights. It's been 17 years since the dented rust bucket actually went into the garbage truck. Thinking about it brings tears to our eyes. At least you have photo's of your poles. We never took any.

The last “long” drought in Texas, it had been so long since we’d had rain; that when it did finally rain, I ran outside and danced in it. Water binds us to the land, and to each other. I love my adopted home state (Texas), but I miss the rain and green of my “true” home state (Florida).

Time to build a playground for the ķids. That was a beautiful travel vlog, the scenery was amazing and seeing momma bear and her cubs was the so cute and entertaining to watch.

This trip was so well deserved. Hope you feel rejuvenated and ready to start something new. Can’t wait to see what you have planned.😊

We’re so blessed what we have trees, mountains, waterfalls, humans and animals. Nature is the best place. Glad you shared the beautiful scenery. Cheers 🥂

Oh that’s just lovely. You both deserve a break so so much. I hope that it was restorative and gave you a sense of no urgency to do anything but what you want. You need to do this more often just for your own sanity, your content is always fabulous no matter what you’re doing, so don’t worry about that! Greetings from a very green Scotland. You’d love it here too.

Feeling emotional after removing a couple of useless, ugly posts, or cutting down an old tree, isn't make you weak or weird. It makes you a human, and we have very few of them left around here. I love how happy I feel after watching your videos, even if you not building anything just vlogging through a trip. You are awesome!

Y’all definitely needed and deserved a vacation after spending so long building your house. Having those power poles and lines removed made a big difference in the way your place looks.

Watching you guys for 4.5 years you needed a break...it was a very different video, and I loved it.

So glad the poles are gone! And thanks for taking us along on this journey. Beautiful, beautiful!

Oh my gosh I busted up laughing at those bears 🐻 you were freaking out. Girl I would have freaked out as well. Your trip was absolutely beautiful. The scenery was gorgeous and the water falls 😍 Thank you for taking us along. I'm glad you got rid of the old electric poles I was worried they would blow over in a storm. I truly love your home.

You’re giving your children the most amazing life experience. Y’all are blessed beyond words. ❤️

So exciting to see you guys finally getting to go on a vacation. Beautiful scenery, the momma bear and 3 cubs was awesome. PLEASE TAKE CARE AND BE SAFE

For a half a second I was so afraid that you might try to take down the electric poles yourself! OMG! I’m so happy you got the power company to come out and take the risks themselves.

Would love to have a tour of the inside of your completed home.

I found a strawberry field in the mountains of Montana when I was young, after realizing I was stomping the strawberries, I figured out I could pick and eat them. A short while later a breeze blew in my face and it carried the foulest smell. A black bear had decided to join me in the patch, and even from 50ish yards away its stench was gagging. I actually had a brief moment of good sense and took me and my fishing pole the opposite direction of the bear.

Congrats on completing the house. I think the result is stunning. I enjoyed the footage of the vacation. I can imagine how much you all needed that. Beautiful shots of the mountains.

Just a Awesome video and a Beautiful ❤️❤️ Family thank you for sharing this with me with us.

I love how you have complete trust in your husband and his abilities and stay cool when hiccups happen👌🏾❤

That was so kind of you to take us with you on your vacation!! And, I'm sure there will be plenty of takers who want to have the uncontaminated life experience. Bc you have brought us into your life, you already feel like family!

Falls Creek Falls is a beautiful place! We are blessed to call East TN home…we have visited Falls Creek Falls several times over the years since it is in our backyard. You should see it in the fall ❤ Glad you enjoyed your trip!

wow.... 4 1/2 yrs... Im glad we found your channel... it has been amazing to watch your family and your home grow... thank you from our family to yours...

This was the BEST video Ever. Starting with the power removal, I was a lineman for 30 years and know what they went through very well. I feel for the poor guy in the bucket because being attacked there doesn't give you much space to evade. And then going to the mountains, they sooth my soul and make life clearer. The bears....I love bears and seeing a mom and three cubs is really a pleasure. Thank you for this one. I do love all of your vids but this one does stand out. And yes it was well deserved. Be safe take care and hug the ones you love.

A really fun and relaxing video today. So glad you all was able to break away and have a well deserved break. Spencer is handier than a pocket in a shirt, building skills and mechanical skills.

Some times reflection is a good thing. It gives you a chance to see how far you've came and a chance to plan ahead. You both are incredible people and no one can say ya'll are lazy. Be proud of what and how much you've accomplished with your home and little family. Place looks incredible and beautiful, plus beautiful children.

We bought a new Toyota Sienna minivan with 2 kids, and we love it! Tons of room, and lots of safety features.

New Patreon membership level - weekend in the barn and cargo trailer. The uncontained experience.

I'm so glad you two finally took a break. You've both worked to hard for so long, you deserve it. Enjoy your wonderful holiday, and arrive home safe & sound. Love from Australia 💞

You absolutely deserved a beautiful holiday 🙏

Great job on filming and editing this one. It was so easy to watch and follow your much deserved adventure. Thanks for bringing us along. Not easy with two little ones in tow. God bless you all, from Oregon.

Thank you for taking us along on your wee holiday. The dogs would have loved swimming at that waterfall! You should totally convert the barn as your next project. Would make a great playroom/party room space for when the kids get bigger and want to socialise with their friends

Wow how open everything is now. What a good decision. Beautiful guys.

Da bears. 😁 Loved that your "how awesome would it be" came true. Loved all of that gorgeous mountain scenery.

Wow!!!!!! Happy that your family had a Family Vacation! Those Mountains were beautiful! ♥

I need to go on a vacation. And yes. Having a toolkit for your vehicle is a must. Even a cheap Pittsburgh set would work.

The two of you really deserved such a lovely trip. The mother bear with her cubs I think was an amazing thing to behold! I'm glad you took us along on your getaway!

Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge TN , those two will always be my favorite place. I always feel such a peace inside when I’m there, it’s a few hours from me and I make sure no matter what I have to do, I go at least once a year for a few days.

a very pleasant family vacation, with a beautiful natural atmosphere...👌👍👍👍

This trip was needed especially after 4 years of hardwork. It was to see you guys relax a bit and enjoying.

Ok. Here's the plan. The barn is replaced with a shop/garage. In between the shop and house will be a storm/root cellar. In between projects will include additional water storage for catchment of the rain roofs on shop and above cellar. Garden placement will need to be determined by best sun or diffused sun location. Near future will call for separate bldg to house new and improved battery storage for power. Don't forget the raised fort/playhouse with downstairs accommodations for the pups. Well, that's just a beginning. When do you get started?

I have watched from the beginning and both of you are such awesome parents and work together so beautifully! I was so happy to watch the great breathtaking vacation you have worked so hard for! Can't wait to see what's next. Love you all

No, we love watching you guys enjoying such natural beauty. Do it more often. We loved watching it.

I have been watching your channel for years. Seeing the changes has made my slow going homestead dreams stay alive. I am so glad that you got a vacation!! Your Littles are the cutest! 🐻 🐻‍❄ 🧸

You’re such an amazing couple you must be so proud of yourself for what you have accomplished building your home. What a wonderful place to bring up your children in x

It looks so open and interesting n out in the middle of nowhere in nature with no power poles n wires ☆☆☆☆☆ you truly deserve a holiday ☆☆☆☆ you have both worked so tirelessly on finishing your home ☆☆☆☆☆ no children then 1 then 2 all while buildings your dream home your selfs amazing ☆☆☆☆☆ great job guys xxxx

Glad you got to see Fall Creek Falls and the Smokies! It is such a beautiful place!

I'm glad y'all had a much-needed vacation. It looked so pretty. I love the mountains. Yes it is always good to get back home no matter where you go. The children get cuter every video. I'm so glad them ugly poles are gone. I enjoyed this video see you in the next one

Enjoyed going along on your muc needed vaca! Guys, you need new vehicles a truck and a van/ suv. Loved watching the electrical poles come down!!!! This was a great stream/video!!! We are still waiting on the house tour! I’m so excited to see your next big project, maybe a storm shelter or powerhouse?

Congrats on completing the house! Can you do a full house tour?

It's great to see you both take some family time and take off to be somewhere you love, with those you love! You must be proud of your achievements over the last four years or so. It's great to see you both relax for a while! 🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡

Amazing videography, I have to say, as much as I love your hard work, and sharing your journey creating your home. This is a gem in the series! Glad to see you taking time out, and enjoying the country, family, and each other. Much love!

One of my favorite videos in the series to date. Thank you for taking us along on your vacation. I especially love the closing scene with your home nestled among the trees.

I have twin 2 year olds. We love our van. It makes life so much easier.

Love trees! Mountains and the especial espiritual energy in there

I love following you guys. I enjoy every min of it. Glad you all took a well deserved and overdue vacation, and I appreciate the fact that you took us along. Bless you

A hint - If you set your mower on its highest setting [we mow our yard at 5”), your grass will stay green later into the summer. We have similar summer weather, here in southern Illinois and our yard never browns out. Something to consider.

I hope that you enjoyed your holiday as a family as much as we appreciated you taking us along on your vacation. What a beautiful change of scenery and probably temperature too! You earned it!

Hi guys you can plant a tree where the electric pole was, you love in a beautiful area. Take care have a wonderful day

Oh boy, I did laugh when you arrived at your second destination, to find the mother bear and her cubs casually strolling up its driveway 🤣 It was classic to hear your son say, “bear” 🤣👏🏻 So pleased that as a family you got some time away to rest, relax and have time together. As a couple, you are amazing together and your achievement on building your own home is fantastic. Best wishes from Scotland. Ps: we don’t have bears here but we do have bees 🤭🤣😜

I remember you saying somebody accused you of having an electric power supply a while back, they can't do that now. It looks better now with the poles gone. Good for you all to have a well needed break, after over four years working on your house. Best wishes for a safe and healthy life, stay away from bears. ❤

I just love you guys! Glad you were able to get away to the mountains!

It is so beautiful that I could move to such a place. You both can see that you are tired but happy and great. Greetings as usual from Poland from Warsaw. Maciej

I'm so happy you go to take the children and go on a trip and let them see some sights away from home.....You've earned this trip after all the work you've done to build you home.....Love ya

Those wasps appeared to me to be the size of hummingbirds! I know everything is bigger in Texas, but come on!! lol Loved the travel log and the bears were pretty friggen awesome. Can't wait to see what all you have planned next. Thanks for all the wonderful content. Definitely a hard earned vacay. Take care.

The energy in the mountains is amazing everything breathes everything is alive

Great vacation 👌 pics!! CONGRATS on all your hard work. Well deserved.

Yes, you did leave a cliffhanger. Curious as to what's next. Loved the travelogue!

Thank you for taking us along. I am house bound, and I loved to see these places. I can't believe I have been watching your channel for 4 1/2 years. To cool! I feel relief having those eye sores gone as well lol. I was afraid a munchkin might get hurt with a loose wire. Make the agitator in the pond with fishes so you all don't have vipers coming around your home. Huggz!

Loved the drone footage. So cool. Thanks for bringing the viewing public a long on your trip. Seeing the bears was really exciting. A tool kit for the car is essential. My dad gave me one when I got my first car decades ago and I still carry one to this day along with things I have added through the years, like a battery operated tire inflator, extra oil, brake fluid, window washer fluid, anti-freeze, rags, a funnel, duct tape, spool of wire, clamps, some nuts and bolts, tire repair kit and small gas can. Taking down the power poles sure cleaned up the property nicely. Can't wait to see what you two do next. Stay safe, have fun and keep enjoying life. Love your show.

Seeing the bears walking casually in the drive took me out!!! 🤣🤣🤣😂

Where are you going to put the shop after you get rid of the barn? Also remember. As soon as you have the new shop up and in use, It will immediately feel small. So keep that in mind when you go to build. It’s there for everything.

I've watched each and every video from the very beginning you guys done a beautiful job. Now you'll have a beautiful home for you and your children. Best wishes. Glad to see that I saw gone of the pole.

Great episode. Thanks for sharing part of your mountain vacation. I agree, there is something magical about hiking in the quiet of the mountains.

long time observer and glad you finally took some time for you and thanks for bringing us along!

You both deserved this vacation!! Have loved following you on this life journey the last 4 years, you both have great work ethics. And I am the same way with change, I always miss for example selling a car or a horse so understand missing the telephone poles🤣

So glad you guys got to get away from the daily chores and had a change of scenery. It is so needed once in a while. The bears were pretty close though. We continue to love your channel and would not miss an episode. Sending you all much love ❤️

Don’t tear down the barn! It’s beautiful and has so many memories💚

We are so proud of you, building your beautiful home out of the city, raising your kids in a great environment and having time for you, it is “PRICELESS”.

Honestly, you have the most beautiful children! You are so blessed, and I am so happy for you. Your life is filled with fulfillment, joy and love. May you always be blessed. Thank you for sharing your time with us. Take care, stay safe.

Y'all definitely needed sometime away to decompress & recharge. Yesss I Love spending time n the mountains🥰 we go to Tennessee often & it NEVER gets old, n we always spot bears it's very kool n very scary. Have a Awesome Well Deserved time making memories together 😉💞

Yay on getting those poles out. Wow, beautiful green trees and that waterfall was gorgeous. Nice to get away. Love the vlog :)

You both are a hard working young couple so glade you went on vacation...the mountains are a good place to get away and revive your soul. I enjoy watch your videos. Blessings to you both.

I loved this episode of your life’s as you grow together as a family. Your children are beautiful and you have shown your community that this is more than about building a home.

Your children are adorable. Seeing Spencer carrying his son on his shoulders brought back memories of my doing that with my boy, who now does that with his boy.

OH MY GOSH!!! YOUR YARD IS NAKED!!! 😉🙃😊 Looking GOOD!!!!

It looks so much better and I agree they are eye sores , but you know so many people back in the day were excited when they finally got power to there homes , my Grandmother for one , she loved having electric lights ,but would not give up her wood stove she heated and cooked on that stove , her grand son bought her a electric stove and put it in her kitchen and she still kept her wood stove lol but I think the yard and house look so much better .💗💗💗💗💗💗

You should do more of this. You deserve it .

I love seeing you and Spencer taking some much needed time off. Spending time with little ones is a treasure. They do not stay little for long. My grandbaby is now 22 months old already. We have started to plan her 2nd birthday party already. It seems like yesterday. I was giving me daughter a kiss and telling her everything will be ok. And welcome to motherhood. as I told my son in law stay with both to them, as they were leaving for the hospital. Time flies by. So take time each day for your kids each other and for you both. Thank you for being all of us on this journey with you. I just can not wait for another video to drop. Seeing what is happening and how everyone is. God bless you all .

I am so glad you took the time to get away and relax. Much needed time off.

I'm so glad that your family got to take a well deserved vacation. Thank you for sharing some of your vacation. I've been watching for three of the years and have enjoyed the process.