We Spent $60,000 on THIS (bad idea?!) 

Of all the DIY'er channels out there, this channel did the MOST and BEST of overcoming the pandemic hurdles. The creativity and ingenuity far exceeds. Also, there is no match for the HUMOR and the CARE for animals. My top favorites are Margaret the "Chicken Whisperer", Margaret "The Pyro", "Buckshot Drone Rescue", Ladi the "Mad Scientist" episode, and way too many cute cat and dog clips to count. The HUMOR here on this channel is the BEST.

Your hard work and vision is paying off and you both, your friends and families have done amazingly well. Thank you for sharing that journey with us - it's the roads less often taken that are the most interesting x

I came here to watch a video of your height adjustable bed some years ago, and I'm still here. Wishing you all the success.

Yeah id agree with Chloe - I came to you tube to watch van builds and van travel and very seldom stay with a channel once they go off onto other projects, but im spellbound to see what you guys diversify into next Great content 🚐💨❤🇨🇿

Today’s video sure shows what you guys have accomplished along with your friends and family. I’m so impressed at what you have accomplished in just a couple of years. It’s truly impressive. You’ve become so much a part of the community or built community around you. Your references to the skills of the older generation and their hardships is a testament to resilience and perseverance. To look at the junkyard and see resources is a skill in itself. I’ve appreciated from the beginning how you have slowly but surely converted the space from junkyard to resource management facility and a livable space. The transformation has been stunning. You should be proud.

You are our favourite junkyard people! We love you and use you for our inspiration and motivation. What you have achieved so far is for most people a lifetime of work.

Came for the van roasts but stayed for the property reno! You are both very impressive people and many would not think you could turn that property into something beautiful! You have lot to be proud of 😊

Oh Margaret, your words made me cry, you represent so many peoples fairytale .. we don’t judge, we share your excitement, frustrations, love & dreams … Ps .. when Ladi has a moment, will you ask if he’s ever considered reaching into the off-road electric wheel chair market ? So many people can’t access the amazing places you explore..

I’ve missed you! Another fantastic video! The van is amazing and can’t wait to see it out on the road. Thanks for providing such amazing content! ❤❤❤

Ladi, it's been a while since glimpsing into your life again. You've come so far since your stay in our home in Brisbane Australia. We've subscribed and love what you're doing with your life . - Wayne & Elena

This ice in trees we call in Trancoso (Portugal) as "Sincelo". It's a kind of frozen fog.

You guys are a force to be reckoned with. So nice to see all the progress you've made on so many fronts.

It's amazing how family and community come together to help you on your big projects. I hope the CNC machine works out in a big way for you guys.

Junkyard people with Lupo? Only awesome people have Lupos! ❤

OMG, I was so incredibly anxious watching your struggle to unload that monstrosity of a machine! At one point I was barely peeking through my eyelashes because I was ready for it to crash down, especially when the forklift kept lifting off it's wheels. 🙈 Honestly, this video should have a warning for people who suffer from anxiety! 😱 That said, you're definitely right to be amazed at the problem solving abilities of your elders. They are truly incredible, even though safety guidelines are more like mild suggestions to them. 😅 You've accomplished more in a few years than many others (including myself) have/will in a lifetime. Be proud of yourselves! In the future you'll be so grateful for all the hard work that you are putting in now while you're still young, strong and healthy. The progress is so awesome to see! 🤩 Thank you for sharing your journey with us, even though I can imagine that it's just more work for you that sometimes you have to find the energy to do. Keep in mind that with each completed project your end goal grows ever closer. Oh, and give thanks every day for such hardworking, dedicated people around you. Not everyone has that advantage. 😁👍

Your energy, enthusiasm, creativity, design skills are so inspirational. And Ladi, you don't have to tell us everything. 😉

Absolutely beautiful and congratulations on the laser cutting beast!😊

Margaret and Ladi, you two are amazing. I found your channel during the Covid Shutdown - I was living semi-off grid and found your videos to inspire me and motivate me to continue working on my dreams. Thank you for sharing your dreams, goals and lives with us.

Your words and the view had me in tears, way to go!

You two must have such a huge sense of pride in what you've accomplished in the past couple of years with the help of family and friends. The buildings and the yard look so good in comparison with what they were when you started. 👏👏👏👏

I have followed you since Van life. But what a journey you've made in recent years, wow. See your hard work, see your dreams, inventions, you name it come true. I really rejoice with you. You see the light at the tunnel. Keep up your fine work.

Most of the time when tragedy hits, it's been different parts of the world at a time. From the Civil wars to World Wars, from nuclear disaster to tsunami. But this Covid effected the whole world. These U tube channels helped people to survive, your survival from "junk yard," to industrial operations, is a success story. Congratulations, the heart or fire of an unteperner can never be extinguished. Czech people will tell you that they just took the long way around. This will be a story that you will tell for generations.

Na zdraví a ať se vám moc daří!

Ladi & Margaret, To many in the van life community it isn't just about the travel it is about a different way to live. Which is why those in the tiny house community often share more in common with van lifers. When you shared with us where you were living and what you were doing, it didn't look like you were "junk-yard people" it looked like you were applying the principals of alternative living in a new way. Such as thinking about how you use items and space differently, recycling and reusing as a way of life to give the old a new existence, incorporating your work life in a new way. You took a junk yard and turned it into something beautiful, reusing all that you could, creating a home, a business, and incorporating nature as you went. You and those who worked with you are amazing. You all should feel proud.

What a fantastic journey!

Love your videos so much I check everyday incase I miss a notification😂

Oh man...I can't WAIT to see what comes from the new CNC machine. Surely there will be an explosion of stored-up ideas about to occur. Btw...even from day one, I was envious of your "junkyard living". So much potential that you have not only recognized but added to. Those resourceful 55+ people you admire so much in your community...little do you know, but you guys are that for the internet with your creativity and resolve! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

Congratulations on the CNC machine. You will always have money coming in as you can get contracts from many different companies producing a huge list of various parts. Especially like, for example, the aerospace industry.

great vid

Láďo, skvělá práce. A skvělá řeč od Margot, slzičku jsem udržel :)

This has nothing to do with the build, although I’m a huge fan of all the work you both are doing! And I’m not sure if this is intentional, but I get super stoked watching your videos and hearing clips of Gable Price’s music.

🙂 Next step ? A baby ? 🙂 You are really amazing with your energy .

Oh Ladi & Margaret - for many reasons this video had me crying. You are so very blessed. Thank you for sharing your journey with us! 🙏❤

I've been watching since the beginning, and as I say often, it's so incredible to see all of your accomplishments. I hope one day I can be like you guys, having all of these amazing ideas and actually doing them, solving problems in the most creative ways possible 💜

Yay, I made it into the video! 😁 There wasn't a single couple more productive than you two during the C19 period. The fact you took advantage of that negative event, and turned it into the best opportunity of your lives, is nothing short of GODLY. You worked your asses off the last 3 years, along with the help of Paweł, Ladi's father, and family. Really impressed by what you've been able to accomplish, and glad that you're sharing this journey with the world.

A lesson on trusting your intuition - this could save your life in another situation. Be blessed - it's only money

Is there a toilet in the shipping container home? The improvement to your property is beautiful and I'm sure the neighbours like it too.

Your work effort is impressive - love the attic room very cool space and love the couch splash of colour with the Black and white

Margaret, I am so happy that you had that moment of feeling the beauty of what you and Ladi (and fabulous friends and family) have created. And better still for me is that you shared it with us. It was very moving. I’ve so loved being along for the ride. Amazing.

I was always on board with the vision, Margaret. I could see it. But honestly, you’ve far exceeded my expectations. It’s really all starting to be beautiful. I’n sure the neighbors are very happy, and maybe inspired, too.

Your content is so great!! hello from Israel. Love your videos.

I’ve been watching you since Bulgaria. I so admire your creativity, tenacity and energy. I can’t wait to see you traveling again and enjoying all your hard work.

How do you NEVER stop😂

Both of you are beautiful people! In and out.

I hope the CNC is working fine, 60k damn that's a lot

Fantastic video, you guys really inspire creative productivity for the week ahead

Just when I don't think it's possible yous could impress me more, you go ahead and impress me even more. Hats off to you all there.

Everything is coming together very nicely ❤

have you ever conisdered to put your little cabin by the woods on airbnb? My friends and me, would love to stay there!

Your content just keeps getting better. And Days Gone is one awesome game, enjoy! :)

Margaret your words brought tears to my eyes. It’s been a fun journey to to watch you guys and your projects are amazing. I started watching your channel just about the time covid hit. I cheer you guys on, I laugh, I have felt your joy and sadness . You both are an amazing inspiration power couple who hard work and and are so dedicated. Keep it up I love watching your journey!!! Also I’m so happy you have a new cat 🐈 and he’s coming around what a blessing. I don’t share much but felt the desire in my❤ to tell you good job !!!! And thank you!!!

I have learned so much of your hard work..new ideas..building things that are beyond imagination..the technology approach on certain projects...i envy you guys...keep it up...congratulations to both of you..greetings from the Philippines

On a scale of 1-10, how would YOU rate the Czech safety measures?? 😂

Dad told me the story about unloading the machine from the truck, but he did not mentioned that it took 7hrs :-)

Congratulations on the expanding capabilities in the shop. Great storytelling! It’s amazing what you have accomplished. I enjoy watching the problem solving and creativity come together.

AMAZING AS USUAL!

Just incredible. Thank you for sharing your journey!

My heart was in my mouth watching the cnc machine being brought in so I can only imagine how ye were feeling 😖. Another brilliant video 👍

You guys had an ice storm!!! Hope your electric grid wasn’t too badly affected. We had an ice storm here in Québec that shut power down to half the province for weeks! Take care of yourselves.

The unloading & manoeuvring of that machine was incredible! You both amaze me what you have achieved so far!! Be proud of yourselves & also Ladi’s Dad & friends ❤️🇦🇺🍻

I am curious how you are planning to cover up the other windows and how you will separate the cab and the back. I've been watching almost since the beginning the first van tour reaction (I can't wait for more!), I love the journey so far!

hoarfrost ! beautiful !!

CNC laser cutting machine can be a good business. In addition to you can use it to produce your own products, you can also do OEM for local sheet metal factories, which can establish a continuous cash flow. 😀✌👍

that support for the monitor looks amazing

I think the fact that you have a junkyard to live in is AWESOME! You both have done great things with that "junk"!! And I am still jealous of it!!!

You certainly should feel accomplished! Lost of work, lots of great ideas - and you got married!

In the past I have often thought how well you are suited to each other while watching your vids (haha despite the "No need to tell everyone everything" comment) and thus I was glad to hear the bit about your feeling of everything starting to come together after all your work and, of course, the Covid blues... keep on keeping on guys :D

Out friggin standing! Love watching the process and enjoy the editing and authenticity of your content. Excited for more.

11:27

Paráda gratuluji k doručení!!!!!!! tak teď to vypukne! musím se už zastavit na návštěvu :-D

Enjoying living vicariously through your videos!

Great work thanks for letting me come along with your journey

Are u guys from alaska

That was CRAZY!!!!

Ladi I'm following Ambition Strikes, a couple from North Idaho. Their latest vlog has some amazing plasma/ CNC footage. Inspiring people like you and Margaret aka the cat whisperer. 🐈 😘🇦🇺

The leader for the CNC transfer to the barn is literally Ladi's Dad. Yes, it is clearly a team effort. It's Ladi's Dad who brought all these crew helpers together. It's Ladi's Dad patience and tenacity setting a tone to accomplish this task. Seven (7) hours is a long time to transfer a major machine.

Great idea with triangle hinged blinds. This is solely my opinion: would you consider replacing the black hinge for white ones? That way they would appear seamless, and the hardware would disappear. Right now, having the black standout is a bit distracting. Of course, it’s your home, so….. 🤭

60,000! now the engine crooked, maybe should of bought a vehicle that appreciates, (a rare classic?)

Applaus! Well done! Greetings Falk

wow wow wow ❤

Wowww a CNC machine,..Man... let the music start. That is fantastic.

😂🤣😂 "Hey! Listen...... You don't need to tell everyone everything!!!!" 🤣😂🤣 Welcome to being married Margaret!...😂🤣 Honestly though us men loss more than we win against you woman..... Let him have that one! 😁

What’s the kitty’s name?

You guys deserve every success coming your way. Thanks for taking us on this journey with you.

You have worked hard, accomplished massive goals and for that you deserve to be happy.

I got a little shocked with the CNC thing because it has a whole different meaning in a whole diferent community XD Either way, awesome video, beatiful narration, amazing views and enjoy your machine!

Brilliant 😮😂❤

I wonder how many single women watching this wishes Margaret would start a matchmaking service and find us a nice good hard-working guy who invents things to solve a problem or to make something better. I want to be first on the list by the way. You two are a power couple!!

You two are writing history. So true the journey, not the arrival.

oh, you got lucky. you got to see an ice forest. It's only happened like that once in my decades living in Philadelphia

There is always possibility to buy electric smart film and all your problems solved by just push the button or even integrate your smart home system.

Would you mind sharing where you got that sweet monitor from?

it is freaking incredible what you have accomplished in such a short time❣

what is the name of monitor arm mount? link?

🤔 We're the best!?....... No, you're the best!!

Hummus + tofu ... can I see a fellow vegan in this household? PS love the build so far!

Big challenge in getting it don👍

First of all Margaret, it's only money. Think deeply about that. Money literally grows on trees, from out of the ground, it's there in your body and mind every day when you wake up. No, money may not be as plentiful as hydrogen, but stressing over it is not the Czech way - I've learned that from watching your videos. Now for a question, how does Ladi like his Milwaukee 12v tools? I've been eying that system for a while but am hesitant to pull the trigger.

16:59 Margaret, I realize that this was most likely added to make us laugh and it did. But I just wanted to say you really should appreciate that Ladi likes to read the instructions first. Not only does it usually result in better success, but it also says something about Ladi. A man that thinks he doesn't need to read the instructions usually is arrogant, but one that does (even though he may be well familiar with the tool or product already) is usually far more humble. He tends to be more modest in his abilities and therefore much easier to be around. When I watch a video of someone unboxing a tool and they joke about throwing away the manual it is a HUGE turn off for me. I've watched some fumble through an unboxing, not knowing what any of the features are or give complain about something that they didn't take the time to educate themselves on first, only to hear them say towards the end, "maybe I should have read the manual". Maybe they just don't have the mental compacity to comprehend, I don't know. But Ladi certainly does. He is very good at what he does because he teaches himself as much as he can. And you are very gifted as well. Love your videos. Keep working together as you do. It's a joy to watch.

yo Lady, what cnc did you bought ?!