"More Money Than Sense"
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- Опубліковано 12 сер 2023
- A Pond Update for August 2023 and a discussion about how much this has cost us to build.
Referenced in this video is Van Neistat. He has a great UA-cam channel:
/ @vanneistat
@vanneistat - Авто та транспорт
Neil, this what the best positive rebuttal to all the haters. It’s sad they were never taught how to handle money and the difference between want vs. need.
Well done sir. I love that quote 💜
“The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His face on you and give you peace.”
( Numbers 6:24-26)
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PS Y’all - Handy men?
Are sexy men. 👍🏻
Well said.
Very well said. We try to do everything we can ourselves and we also have raised our children the same way. Work hard, save money and only buy what is needed, then with the money saved up you can then afford something that you want. Country life is the best life.
how many times did he say “I borrowed my dad’s/step dad/step brother’s….”.?
Yupppp
What a flex.
"The debt we owe our parents, we pay unto our children" - Love it.
common sense
@@alacastersoi8265 What? No it's not... it's almost a lost art. It's hard work. It's not always the obvious path, and it certainly isn't what society is doing right now.
I fully plan to use this line in the future.
For real it’s the best thing I’ve heard for ever
@@TheRealFumigator When it comes to values and their practice, society isn't some banal monolith doing the same thing. Your limited opinion on the matter isn't some default standard that should apply to all walks of society. There are plenty of parents doing a hard but good job of passing on what they've recieved from their own parents.
"The debt we owe our parents, we pay unto our children".
I've never heard that expression before, and I just teared up. So true, and loving. ❤
I'm going to live that.
DUDE! FORGET THE HATERS! THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL PROJECT…HOPE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ENJOY IT FOR A VERY LONG TIME! RICH IN KNOWLEDGE AND LOVE!
Neil, I never comment on UA-cam videos, but wanted to here.
I found your channel a month ago with the viral pond build video. But what caused me to subscribe and then watch dozens of your videos since then is a down-to-earth work ethic, and a real talent for telling great stories. The life you show is familiar, nostalgic, and something I recognize and very much respect.
I am in my mid 40s, grew up on a farm in NW Ohio, not far from you. I am also a creative guy who was raised to work hard. I now own a marketing agency and I really respect what you're doing.
Fwiw, I'm also a big fan of Van Neistat and you have the same gift he does for telling stories... You are another "spirited man," as he says. 😊
I know it's tough to see it, but I pray that you don't let those haters rattle you. Your content is special because it's authentic. All of us subscribers see it, and the haters will only crop up occasionally, when a video goes viral. But they aren't your people, and they can't see who you are because it's not familiar to them.
Keep going! You are just getting started, and you're doing great. Thank you for creating really inspiring content.
Great to hear from a fellow Spirited Man. Thanks so much for the kind words and taking the time to comment. It means a lot hearing from new viewers too.
I subbed this channel yesterday, for exactly the same reason. Keep on the good work. I like the way you make your video's!
Haters? are you a 12 year old from the 90s?
@@mrmachine5632perhaps! I was 12 in 1990. 😂
WOW! thanks for writing this comment Jeremy, I truly have never written one myself or even bothered to read comments, but after watching this video I decided to. As I looked where to comment yours had just been posted.. so I read it.. 2, 1st's for me in youtube since youtube began. Ironically everything I wanted to say you said for me. We are worlds apart (im on a farmlet down under in New Zealand) yet I share the same sentiment and values as yourself and the family that made this video >.... Oh and I cut trees down, milled my own lumber designed and built my family a home... and dug myself a similar size pond.. real nice people, wholesome content and brilliant videos from digdrivediy ''😇God bless ya all''
Victim mentality is so rampant in our society. Making sound financial decisions, working hard, working 80 hour weeks on something you love is not work at all. Hats off to you and your family and taking the time to explain your financial decisions and how you’ve gotten so far. So many people can do it they choose not to. They would rather complain, then figure out how to better their life.
Well put!
The mindset among many today is that they deserve the return of 80 hours for giving a 40 hour week. Even those 40 hours aren't generally productive.
Absolutely right on the "victim mentality". My wife and I had nothing when we got out of school and eventually got married in 2004. I see so many people saying the deck is stacked against them, mocking the "bootstraps" saying, saying the American dream is dead, etc. That's defeatist victim attitude. My worst years were 2010 time frame when I went to work at 5am and got home around 10pm....it was awful. But I paid my dues. Now we do very well for ourselves. Anyone who calls that "privilege" can kiss my ass, we worked for it and earned it.
All over this world. We have it here too. 🙄
@@egomaniac247 love it!!!!
Great job man, love the message! Can't wait to see the progress!!
Hey thanks so much! Grateful to have you watching!
You didn't owe anyone an explanation but your story is truly inspiring 😊 wishing the best for you and your family! Love your hard work and perseverance 👏🏻
I look forward to your videos every Sunday morning. You dont need to explain yourself to anyone. You can see you and Kara have worked hard for what you have.
Thanks so much
Haters gonna hate, Neil. Like most successful people, you worked hard, didn't spend beyond your means, and you worked hard! Love the content! Come fix our pond! Tractor Hard! 🚜💪!
Neil you are a hard working man like my dad
But did he work hard.... Yes he did!
If only we could get the other 3/4 of the country to live within your means, things would be alot better. The average American is carrying over $6K on their credit card.
"They aren't wrong about being rich..." Such a great message and legacy that's been passed to you that you're trying to pass along to your children.
The haters are definitely deflecting.. they are hating because they are on their lazy behinds and have nothing better to do. I look at you as an inspiration. You're rich in family and happiness, and for that, I commend you. Congratulations and keep up the good work
I've been married for 26 years and we started out with little to nothing. A lot of people don't realize that it takes time to build a life. I think you guys have done a fantastic job and should be an inspiration to all of us.
When my dad died he had a card on his desk that said.... "Want what you have and you will always have what you want!" Thanks for insight into your family, a family to be proud of.
I needed that today.... thanks
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I love what you are doing. It is a great example of many positive things for your children. Do not pay attention to the negative ignorant comments. They are just people full of envy. The fact you allowed you kids ride their bikes on the side walk, among a lot of other things, shows the amazing dad you are. So, keep the good work of taking care of your beautiful family, being a great inspiration to all of us, and thank you so much for sharing.😊😊😊
Just found the channel absolutely love the pond and the hard work you and family and friends have put into making it happen. Love from Ireland can't wait to see it finished.
AMAZING, this wasn't just a response to ignorant people this was a life lesson that everyone needs to learn. Well done!
Totally agree with you James. It’s something that is not taught in schools, well definitely not here in the UK, and really should be taught everywhere. This sort of content should be a basic foundation for schools worldwide. Perhaps we would all get on a lot better.
Neil, you don’t owe anyone anything and certainly not an explanation about how you live your life. Your gracious explanation speaks volumes about you as an individual and what’s in your heart. We’re all here to follow you and your family on this journey. If we are lucky, you’ll keep sharing it with us.
May God bless you and your family! I love when you said that you were born rich because the wealth you have, money cannot buy ❤
Clear difference between working for what you want versus buying what you want. Job well done, sir, on all fronts.
I'm sorry that you feel the need to explain yourself to people to whom you owe nothing. For those few people that leave mean comments, there are lots more of us who really enjoy your videos and love seeing you do what you love to do. I hope you don't let that negativity discourage you at all. Thank you for the update and I can't wait to see you in the next one! Fellow Hoosier 🌽
This man and his family DESERVES respect.
I love it. We should all use our resources for projects that bring the family together and last for generations.
dude. you’re a cool ass man. your pond video just got recommended to me by the youtube algorithm. i watched it last night and then stumbled on this one. i’m from the hood; man you made me smile. i like the sense of community and family. very touching.
I love comments like this. Thank you so much for the kind words and for checking out the video!
As a father of 3, a DIY hobbyist with professional trade skill, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video. You can provide for your kids a great life with some planning, budgeting, and hard work!
True DDD fan here. You are highly disciplined and it shows in every aspect of your life and content. Keep sharing and setting a good example. 👊
I really appreciate it!
Thank you for educating us on how your family does things and what this pond build cost you to do. It makes me sad that people are so jealous and ugly in their comments. You do you is my new attitude. Work hard, dream big and never give up.
It is fun to watch this project come together. Thanks for sharing it.
I have always been grateful that i was raised by my parents on a farm. Five siblings and learned how to work which gave me the sense I could accomplish anything I set my mind to. Daily performing chores, milking cows, etc. I always admired my Dad and my Mom. Yes, was taught everything you mentioned.
Wow! I am really proud of you for how well you handled yourself. You didn't get upset, angry or lash out but instead explained yourself and your situation in great detail all while keeping that smile on your face. Knowing that i will never be able to accomplish some of the projects you are able to, I live those dreams through watching you and a few others on UA-cam. You have a positive impact on people greater than you will ever understand! Your content will quietly inspire others, which will in turn create future memories for families that you will never even know you played a part in. Stay positive!
Oh, he definitely got upset but he thought carefully about how to respond. Otherwise, this video wouldn't exist. He figured out the best way to make sure his feelings were known without being hurtful to others. A lot of people could learn a few things from this man. Myself included.
It’s good you’ve covered the issue of wealth. It is so obvious that you look for cost effective ways of improving your life with loads of support from a loving family and a supportive group of friends. Don’t change a thing as you have an enviable but far from easy life carving out the best for your loved ones.
Your videos make me feel better about taking on new projects….I was afraid I was too old to get into big projects now, but ur clearly older with younger kids and still at it. So that’s a good help with the mental aspect
I'm glad the videos give you some motivation but I never felt too old until this comment! 😬
How old do you think I am?? :)
Some people have sad lives Neil. Beautiful pond 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Hi Niel, my name is Finn and I live in Copenhagen, Denmark. It is in northern Europe, just north of Germany. I thought you are doing the right thing, you work hard every day to provide for your family so they have a roof over their head and food on the table. You are a man with great energy who, in addition to providing for your family, has the energy to also help your friends as they help you. What you have done in your garden is really nice, what the price is none of anyone else's business. The gain you have made, in your family's happiness, exceeds all the bills that have been incurred on your little DIY project. Congratulations on your lake, I hope you enjoy it very much.
Best regards. Finn
Denmark
PS I am dyslexic, so this is written on and assisted by Google translate.
And I apologize for any grammatical errors.
godt sagt og Gud velsigne, Finn!
Your example of hard work, independence, initiative, family focus, and love is truly inspiring. I’m just a city boy but I’d like to think your values are still shared by most folks out there. Stay strong and ignore the small minds.
I looked this video a lot because it’s a cool idea for a great farm. It would be an amazing place to swim and enjoy. I can’t wait to see the finished project.
Brilliant - best reply ever to negativity. By the way if you don’t like the content - just leave quietly, ‘cause we like it!
Thanks to You and Your Family for being a great example of the American dream! Best wishes with the rest of the pond build!
‘Life is easier when people work together. ‘ I lived in small towns and big cities and it is true in both locations. Division and the feeling of isolation is a big part of the problem today. People also need to live within their means.
This video earned my subscription!
Well said and thanks for the transparency.
Keep going! What you spent on the pond until now is what most people spend on credit card debt over the years without realizing it… And you get something unique and beautiful in your backyard. I share you view of the value of family and the use of money. Solid!
"Spend some time living like most people won't, so you can then enjoy many years living like most people can't." Speaking as an entreprenuer, I understand all that it takes to become successful from the ground up. Thank you for being an example of how hard work pays off for those who keep going and don't give up! (Only lazy, unsuccessful, unhappy people would say those negative things to you.) Sending good vibes and gratitude your way!
We’ll said! @jennavolpe
Great comeback!👍 Living frugal, humble and appreciating what you have is how we have lived all our life, great to see your achievements from the same approach to life😍
Neil, I've only watched a couple of your videos. So you can only imagine pleasantly surprised I was to find out what a humble and wholesome upbringing you've had and the incredibly kind and loving family you and your wife have raised.
Forget all of the hatters and naysayers. If you keep making these videos, my wife and I will definitely keep watching and liking them. Thank you for putting yourselves out there for the scrutiny of this lost and dying world.
I havent watched the whole video yet, that bein said , theres more to live than money. You sir have a beautiful family. There takn care of , provided for, and obviously loved very much. That is the most wealth any man can earn......Just finished watchn, loved it.............
I appreciate that
Keep being you. That’s why we watch. It’s your wholesome attitude and demeanor. It gives me a break from my thousands of projects to see how you guys are doing and what you are up to.
Thanks Mike
Neil thank you so much for reinforcing my way of living. I buy what I need, don't use credit card. I came to America to live the dream. Paid off my houses and three Kids college educations. Worked 7 days for a while but well worth it. Keep up the good videos. Blessing to you and family 🎉
You are rich Neil! You have the wealth of love, family & friends. These are riches that cannot be bought & sadly are probably not enjoyed by some of the most monetarily wealthy people on earth. Myself & my brothers didn’t have the best of clothes or cars or the latest & greatest “stuff” but we grew up rich like you & I wouldn’t trade it for all of the money in the world.
Well said!
Neil, I'm from Australia and love watching your videos. It's sad to read/hear the negative comments that get made by others. Down under we call that "tall poppy syndrome". What you and your family have and share openly in your videos is genuine hard work, love and devotion and you should be proud of your achievements.
Keep the good work up and look forward to your next video. Cheers Michael.
Thank you for sharing the budget for this project and your family back story. Congratulations on the great channel.
Neil, I’m also a new comer to your channel and I looooved this video. We in Alaska are generational doers too. I’m in my 50’s as well as my son’s in-laws and we plus my daughter-in-laws electrician cousins helped them build their house from clearing the land to move in. It was a total family to me and his sisters drywalling, to throwing bails while he insulated his roof. All while my son worked full-time in the harsh Alaska winters. You’re right, you are rich, in love and generational love and support. That’s the best!
Neil, you are so gracious in dealing with other peoples' negative attitudes. I hope you know that there are a TON of us out there rooting you on and not worried in the least about how you spend your money. Thank you for making content for us to enjoy, and thank you for sharing your backstory with us! I admire you greatly:)
I find this project incredibly inspiring, especially since I now know it's not a "money pit".
Please continue to upload as work progresses.
Logical and pragmatic. Teaching your kids how to excel in these ways is wonderful.
Thank you for continuing to share! Don't be discouraged by the haters!
New subscriber who came here because I saw the pond build. Stayed because you are so down to earth. Especially loved watching your family all pitching in on the well. And I loved hearing your message today. My husband and I grew up learning the same principles and our family is so much better for it. As a side note, thank you for sharing the pond costs - it helps all of us see the possibilities in everything. ❤
Ditto, you took the very words out of my mouth as a new sub too👍 Neil is a wholesome hard working man with a great head on his shoulders & has common sense on how to use life's resources. I also love how he narrates his video.... Really enjoying his channel👍
I just found your channel today and watched just the pond videos as I looked for a continuing pond update I watched this one. I am a father of five and I have one grandson "The debt you owe to your parents, you pay to your children." is an outstanding perspective to look at since our values came from them. I just want to say thank you for sharing and continue to take a light hearted view of the negative comments not everyone understands the value of sowing into the next generation and the memories we create, blessings to you and your family.
Hey Neil it was great learning about the history of your family. Don’t listen to haters. God bless you and the family. I would love to see that pond completed and see everybody enjoy it. I congratulate you for how “wealthy” you are. Thanks for sharing your videos
I was scratching my head, trying to figure out why you were trimming the edge of the popcorn bag at the beginning. Then, you enlightened us all. I type this comment sitting on my free, broken stool that I picked up on the side of the road and since repaired. And, tomorrow, I'll cut my grass with my lawn mower (which was also broken and sitting out for garbage). Great outlook on life, that SO MANY today are seriously lacking. Thanks!!
Neil, You have an awesome home. People just don’t understand what can be achieved with a little effort, family support and imagination.
And side hustle 🤣
just kidding
Well this guy gets my upmost respect.
Hard working, middle class, family man.
Good on him.
Plus he landed a beautiful wife 😁
All the best to you and your family.
It’s a beautiful thing to have your elders involved, We miss ours, always helping , and with their wisdom, they used their wits to innovate ways of doing things. but the witching does work,, we’ve used it several times😂😂😂. Keep making videos . Thank you .
I'm always amazed that people have the gall to judge others without knowing anything about them!! Loved your rebuttal! It's obvious to me that you and all your family are hard working, amazing people! Looking forward to the next update!! 👍
I initially watched your build videos of the pond and my first thought was "that must be very expensive". I try to never judge what others do and I'm very glad you put out this video. I had no idea how cost effective it was for you. Having all the equipment you have is truly a money saving benefit. Having what you have and being raised the way we were ( I was raised very similar to how you say you were raised) this video makes perfect sense. It's too bad people don't stop to think before they put their fingers and mouths in gear. I hope you and your family have many happy years with that pond, hopefully your grandkids will enjoy it as well. All the best...
Absolutely Beautiful. This world needs more people like you !!!!
I'm from Ashtabula County Ohio, now 75, and still live the basics. Build it myself, or trade with friends. Great gramma raised me to enjoy and appreciate canning, and when my jars are ful I feel rich!
My wife and I are huge fans of your work. I showed her that if Neil can have a few tractors why can't I have just one. P.S. I have a gravel driveway, this might just work out fine. Keep up the great job you and your family are doing. Cheers from Belleville, Ontario, Canada.
I can not even imagine having people who loved me, cared for me, and lived near me. You are blessed beyond words.
Neil, I am a newcomer to the channel, and I must say I admire your response. Like you, we work hard to put good seeds in our children and raise them right. You are (obviously) doing that with yours. Wishing you continued success.
Thank you for sharing generously with us. Haters will always hate, ignore them.
You’ve inspired me to put a pier in our 1-acre pond, looking forward to seeing the completion your yours!
Clearly ya'll have a lot more sense than money! This is both informative AND inspirational. Thank You 🙏
GREAT JOB, Neil. It looks amazing. You continue to do what makes you and your family HAPPY. I love your attitude.
To the haters, eat your heart out. The Koch family will have a great time and enjoy the fruits of their hard labour for many years to come.
Congratulations on a loving family and all the very best wishes in your future endeavours.
A big hug to you and family
Cheers.
CARL (TORONTO, CANADA)
What a wonderful video. My grandpa always said, "I don't have much money, but I'm a rich man". That microwave was perfect. The "it must be nice" comments can be aggravating, but my response is often, "yes, it is nice, because I worked my rear off to build it/this." Armchair experts are everywhere.
Congratulations on the subscription jump!👍
Great video❤
The memories your kids will have with that pond will be worth it alone. keep up the amazing "rich" lifestyle!
I am proud to know you, Neil, even if it is only on UA-cam. I suspect that some of your critics spent far more money buying their pickup truck than you will spend on the pond project. It is hard to beat a "Use it up, wear it out, make it go or go without" attitude. I look forward to seeing the video of your first family swim party. Cheers!
You nailed it. So sad that most people in today's society don't understand the difference between "rich" and "wealthy" and most don't truly grasp the full context of DIY. Carry on my friend.
DIY's the big money-saver. Moved into a new place and didn't realize the garden faucet was blown during the inspection - the previous owners had a freeze-proof faucet, but left the hose attached and full of water, so the pipe burst anyways. Had a plumber out at the house fixing something unrelated and asked for a quote on the faucet - they wanted $1200. And this was a national brand, not just some random guy trying to screw me over. Figured, I can buy the tools and materials, learn how to do it myself, maybe screw it up a time or two and still save a thousand dollars. All told, I think it cost me about $150 and a bit less than an hour of my time - learned how to do some simple plumbing repairs, and I get to keep the tools I used. Definitely a win, in my book.
That's a goofy comment
It’s amazing how many people don’t understand the basic principles of money and how to get what you want. Sacrifices must be made
Good stuff. We did the same thing. Bought a farm nobody wanted and over 20 years. Made it into something we love. It’s amazing what a person can accomplish with a little bit of time and energy. Cheers to you and your family from eastern Pennsylvania.
Absolute legend! This reminds me of growing up with the running joke of every one in my family having that "basement fridge" or the "garage fridge". When in reality it was just someone in the family who had saved enough money to buy a new one and instead of throwing it away it just got repurposed for just drinks or really anything to make it feel like we just needed a second fridge.
Ahh the white fridge in the garage that collects stickers and rust spots, still cold as hell!
You know Neil you are an inspiration and a great husband and dad man…. Funny thing I’m an Electrician as well like your dad. I’m a single dad and my children live with me I work hard every day to give them the the things and tools they need to go forward with life. One thing we learned together is get only what we need and save for the things we would like to do as a family together. JESUS supply’s everything we need and we just got a beautiful home in the mountains with a beautiful view of a lake. December will be one year that we have been here and the beautiful thing about this home is that it’s ours I’m no longer renting 😇. It’s peaceful and so beautiful up here and I’m so thankful to GOD for this. I’m doing the best I can to teach my children to always be humble and loving and to always remember that GOD gave us all this. I will be turning my third garage into another bedroom next year.. lol I’m saving up for it just like you did for your pond. Hod bless you and your family Neil and thank you for the inspiration 🙏🏼
Very cool! Looking forward to seeing your vision continue. Thank you for sharing this project. I have big ambitions of taking on a project like this, so greatly appreciate you sharing cost details, developing design, etc. Looks good and I am sure it will provide many years of beauty and family fun.
Well, thank you for posting the videos. I like it when you said inspectors are here.family working together. is the best wealth we can have. Thank you and God bless
Just discovered your channel last week and I’m really enjoying every episode. I came to this country 19 years ago with 2 kids and few bucks in my pocket. I worked hard to get where I’m at now so I know exactly what you have been through. Keep it running my friend!
A person filled with kindness and surrounded by community is indeed rich. I'm new to your channel this summer, intrigued by the pond but hooked on your ingenuity, good nature, and loving family. Haters aren't worth burning any brain cells - you're doing just fine. Thanks for sharing a bit of your world with us!
We bought a fixer. We’ve done a lot of work ourselves. We just finished a fence. We had bids for $5000 minus the cost of the gates. We paid about $1000 with a lot of sweat equity. You and your family are inspiration. Keep on doing the good work!!!!
Good job brother. You are a man with class and a gentle soul .
Long time viewer, and I can truly say you are the embodiment of being smart & frugal, and more importantly, not afraid to tackle DIY projects! You do your research and you get your hands dirty, that's more effort than most people are willing to do these days. Improvise, adapt, overcome...
Neil. This is the first comment I’ve ever left on a UA-cam video. I watch them regularly on all kinds of topics including things like you were doing. I have never thought for a moment that it was a waste of time what you were doing or certainly even a waste of money. It’s clear that you were present and putting lots of your sweat equity directly into this project. we all need to have dreams and goals including personal things like this project that we are passionate about. Keep doing what you’re doing and ignore the idiots out there who are jealous. They wouldn’t be interested in what you’re doing if they weren’t watching. Their jealousy comes out in comments indicating that you’re doing something they are just not able to do themselves, but certainly want to. Blessings - Doug
Awesome project, I am right there working with you. Family rich, blessed of God.
The first video I saw of yours was the pond getting rocks. Went looking for next and got to see your entire family working on trying to drill for well water. It brought a tear to my eye. The love of family was so strong. I’m now watching as many as I can. This video meant so much. Y’all never quit. You work hard. Sorry other make assumptions and you felt the need to have to explain. Cannot wait to see this summers fun by pond.
Awesome! Thank you!
You don’t have to justify your projects and expenses to others. They’re just projecting their own insecurity. That being said, for others looking to do the same thank you for sharing transparently!
I just found your videos on the pond this morning. I live in NW Ohio, awesome to see your family participate and drive to better your land for your family to enjoy for years to come. Keep it up!
Hey Neil, great job on the pond! You like a lot of our generations before us put in a lot of sweat equity to accomplish what we would like to do! Its great how you use your girls to help with your projects. It not only helps you but it makes them feel good to be able to help you. I hope you and your family get years of enjoyment with the pond!
I just found your channel yesterday!
You my friend are well spoken, well thought out. my filter from brain to mouth wouldn't work like yours. Bravo. keep up the great work. awesome family
Your "Better than sand..." video was the first I've seen of you, and I found this one looking for a pond update. I was delighted to see your excellent response to the negative comments. Thanks for sharing your story, and for the inspiration to many on what's possible.
Awesome! Thank you!
Being a DIY'r myself, I can completely appreciate your projects and efforts. ( especially family help )
I’m not a commenter but for this… it’s needed. I’m enjoying this build, your positivity, your family dynamics are a hoot, and I’d love to have this exact pool/pond. It’s innovative and well executed.
I'm so happy for you my man. From Vancouver, Canada.
Thank you so much
Hey Neil, one of your first pond build videos came up in my feed and I ended up here. There's something very appealing about the way of living and lifestyle you get from living in a rural community. Lots of hard work but very rewarding. Thanks for sharing your story as well. It's crazy that 80% of the build cost was concrete! You forget how expensive the stuff is.
This is good ol boy workmanship and ingenuity! You did it the old fashioned way, you worked for it and built it yourself Great job!
Simply awesome. And I think we all know who the real idiots are.
But you're missing the biggest item on your pool balance sheet:
Educational experience watching Dad and family build things and work through problems together: PRICELESS
Amen!
Neil, you are truly blessed , no explanation needed for providing and improving things for your family. Your example as a father and husband is to be commended and should be respected and learned from by many men in this country. God bless you and your family.