This time Shawn you are building a magnificent cabin, just by the looks of the foundation. Love it. Watching you for more than two years now; from Zimbabwe, Africa.
@Richard Nhimbe. Tatende! Great to see a fellow Zimbabwean here. It’s pouring rain in SW USA today with all the lightening and thunderstorms I recall from my childhood. Homesick for the bush and my beloved homeland. 👌👍
another fellow from continent of AFRICA awesome !!! lots of love from Nairobi Kenya 🇰🇪 mr Shawn and his family including the furry ms cali are just out of this world looking forward for the end product of his final cabin called #“CALI’S HOME CABIN” #CHC god bless them !!! 🙏
A lot of patience demonstrated. Patience with the weather, patience moving the heavy timbers, patience with the amount of soil having to be moved, patience with Callie, and patience with self to persevere to finish. Good job.
@@forabuck380 Any grown man who has to have another man to call his "master" has some major issue to sort out in his life. And yes you literally see him as your master you've made that clear.
I have such huge respect for you. In our world today you don't see very many self-sufficient men especially young men who are willing to bust ass pardon my language to achieve goals. You are out there alone working extremely hard to complete your projects no whining no bitching just head down pushing forward to complete what you set out to do. I wish you all the luck and good fortune you deserve. I've learned so much from watching you. Not just in the way of building and crafting but of heart and soul and dedication of man living the way he wants to and loves to. God bless and thank you!!!!
Congratulations on seeing your rain water catchment system working. There is something cozy being out of the weather on such days. Please keep out of Dad's way, Cali when he's hauling around those heavy timbers! That work must be way better than a gym membership.... lifting, hauling bending, pushing, digging, chopping etc, and of course, throwing an orange toy. Then the companionship of a paddle on the lake is always pleasant to relax too. You have an enviable life, Shawn.
Shawn’s work ethic inspires me to get up off my duff & get on with my projects. Watching the work & listening to the explanations for why it’s being done a certain way shows just how much thought & analysis has gone into his work. To be able to objectively visualize what’s needed to arrive at a desired conclusion is a remarkable talent. Couple that with a strong work ethic & remarkable things happen. Must be very rewarding.
@@mr.smitty1993 haha, I’m so addicted to MSR, once I get the notification, I immediately set about getting my daily chores done then gleefully anticipate the reward for my meager efforts so I can watch Shawn’s videos after dinner. I watch at least 2 vids every night, even old ones, as they’re like a soothing balm for my soul.
@MySelfReliance . I'm ever so happy you have virtually been made to build your family homestead here Shawn. Sharing this beautiful site with bubbling brooks and wind rushing thru the trees; this is THEE place to to live & share with your wife and girls. Not to mention the meandering River in the valley. It's your own special piece of paradise, hidden away from noise and bustle of people going nowhere. You are truly blessed, you reap what you sow.
The last couple minutes brought me a lot of peace and serenity, thank you for that. The build is coming right along. I think you’ll make it before winters chill starts to set in.
i don't know if he can finish before it starts getting cold. he mainly only has his foundation set and he is in Canada. the cold comes earlier up north.he can see snow coming in late October...
@@hellshade2 That’s true. I was thinking along a more southerly timeline where you could get into November before the snow sets in. If we say he’s got till October than yes the clock is ticking. If he stays motivated and focused on it he will make it.
The expression its a dogs life fits Cali to a t. Dont think its possible for a dog to be more happy. Wonder what she dreams about when she finally collapses for the day! Fantastic work as always on the new cabin. Its going to be huge compared to the last one. May God bless your comings and goings from this family home for years to come. Thanks for sharing
It is truly amazing how much has already been accomplished by a single person in such a short time on the cabin build and the other structures on the new site. The amount of work ahead seems daunting but obviously if you are truly motivated there is no task too large. Thanks for taking the time to document and share. I am very excited to be able to watch your dream become a reality.
@@CoroaEntertainment That was only for a few days, on something he could not do himself, and when he does have help he more than pulls his own weight in the task. 99% of the time, he does things on his own.
The storm, the beauty, the tranquility, hard work, the dedication will all pay off. And Callie is just icing on the cake. Thank you for another amazing video. Looking forward to the next one.
I could listen to the rushing streams 24 hours. The lush green forest of ferns, grasses and majestic trees produce a meditative calmness to my soul. Thankyou for sharing your paradise, Shawn. Your videos are truly amazing.
Oh how exciting Shawn. You're raising the log cabin walls. I know you will not disappoint us with it's coziness and large porch. I'd want a porch all the way around but that's just my dream. So excited to see what you do. Also, great nature shots! You're so talented. I love the perfect tree. A tree no one has ever touched, no branches missing or scars of any kind. I used to sketch them. Love watching everything you do. Have a good weekend too.
I dont know which I enjoy more; building or nature. They are both important parts of the whole thing really. You wouldn't be building if the beauty and gifts of nature didn't call you so strongly. Thank you for another great video.
Love watching you Sean prepare a place for your family…a grandma here that appreciates and values time-honored traditions and hard work. Your videos are therapy in this crazy world, and I pray that you have abundance and the reward of your labors…my hat’s off to ya. Thanks.
Sue here, it looks as if you have found paradise on earth you are so very lucky to have such a Beautiful place to call Home, Glad to see cali is looking well, God be with you!
That storm was a storm and a half - I confess to letting out a little yelp when that lightning bolt hit. I am glad you are not being plagued by flies. Lovimg the nature and kayaking footage - I am always scanning for wildlife.
Shawn James I wish I was 30 years younger and could be there to help you. You are truly an amazing outstanding person . Your ability has no ending. I could learn so very much from you. Thank you for the videos because I look every day for them. 😊👍🏻🇺🇸🇨🇦
Yes, like walking a tight rope but secure knowing Shawn was there to protect her and welcome her back into the canoe with his heartwarming smile. Got all choked up over that. The pure love and trust these two share makes me smile in every video, though this one was extra special.
heaven on earth.....thank you for sharing your world with us. I look forward to these times, watching such a gifted individual living the dream. God bless you and Calli. You're quite a team. 💕
I love thunderstorms but have had only ONE real storm this year in northern Illinois. Mother Nature is telling us something. The call of the Sandhill Cranes is lovely!
Good morning from British Columbia. What a view off your front porch for morning coffee! I'm envious of the rain! BC desperately needs some! Beautiful video as always..
This is an amazing build to watch, Shawn. I feel guilty sitting here, enjoying coffee, and not offering to help! You have given us all so much. Thank you for that. 👍😎🌱🌲⭐🏅🐾🌱🇨🇦💜✌💜💜💜
Excellent microphone. Sound of thunder, swollen stream, rain, and Cali leaping thru the brush made it easy to shut my eyes and retrieve visual memories of my own.
Wow! That work is truly going to pay off. Your home will last for always in such a firm foundation. Appreciate the share of your life and happenings. As always ending with your videos of area are icing on the cake. Thank you
Shawn you’re one blessed dude, and your cinematic skills are becoming equally as impressive as your building skills. Hats off my friend. Thank you for another truly enlightening and enjoyable video. It brought peace to my soul.
My partner and I have been watching your videos and admiring your amazing strength and knowledge for almost a year now. Your lifestyle is just amazing it is beautiful how much effort and patience you have . sending you good vibes and we look forward to see how you progress .
Shawn, you are an inspirational guy to me, as you are to many. Your strength, knowledge, vision, perseverance and your tranquility is a lesson for many. Especially in this time when restrictions and government intervention limit us and make us think differently about what is really important in a man's life.
Hardest working guy in the northern hemisphere. Getting ready to sell our house in the burbs and move out to the country with some land to play with. You better believe there will be a spot somewhere on my property that will be reserved for me building a livable structure that I'm sure will annoy my wife🙃. Thanks for your inspiration and sharing your talents with all of us Shawn!
Couldn’t leave without saying thank you. You have no idea how much you have taught me. I truly enjoy all your videos and love to hear you speak and explain the things you are doing. Thank you
Hello Shawn, Fabulous progress, well done... I guess the big rains did ensure the backfilling did settle, so maybe a blessing in disguise. Have a good weekend. Paul,,
Hope from now on you can make the cabin you always wished and deserve after all the situation you have passed through. Follow you since the beginning. Greetings from Brazil
Just amazing Shawn seeing all the hard work put in to prepare the logs and Cali so in tune with you working. It seems like she wants to help her daddy so cute....
Amazing what you have achieved so far Shawn, So proud of you. Hard work I know, but think of the finished cabin, This will be you, And your Family and "cali's" Forever Home. Sending kindest thoughts from Australia xx
Shawn, the nature parts in your videos, are really so beautiful that I almost cried...thank you and very best wishes to you and your entire family and Kelly of course...
This cabin will be amazing, already in the foundation structure, you see the how solid it's going to be. I'm impressed with your patience and the perseverance. Wish I had your soil, my cabin is built on rock. Which has its benefits, but digging is impossible at times. Cali is so beautiful, a joy to watch everytime, along with the beauty you capture with your lense. Thank you again for another great video and we are grateful to be apart of your journey.
Shawn and Cali in the canoe gliding along the surface of the waters in Paradise! This reminded me so much of Dick Proenneke when he said all he could hear was his paddle cutting through the water and distant water falls. Then the vision of you writing at his desk in Alaska. The legacy continues and my Kind Thanks to The James Family! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
Besides the hard and great work you are achieving, in each video my happy moments are to see Cali bringing you her toy and you throwing it, maybe you are or not aware of that but she's starring in each video and she part of the adventure and seeing her growing getting older it's just amazing the bound between the two of you and that makes me happy for her too
I’m just taken back by the beauty you share with us all. The time you take out of your wonderful life is very much appreciated. But then we get to learn also about so many things. Thank you. In this world these days you are a blessing.
Great to see you take some time off to relax and go fishing with Cali. Thanks for the wonderful footage at the end.The weather this year in BC has been crazy as well !!... I hope the smoke from our fires is dispersed before it reaches your end.
I love how Cali is so agile and graceful walking along a downed log in the water and easily steps from the Log into the Canoe slowly as to not disrupt the Canoe Balance...! She's an Awesome pooch..! Also I like how you Shawn thinks things out...and explain why, mastering the Forest and building another Log Cabin.... that'll endure probably for ever.....? =)
with the size of the timbers he is using and how he has prepared them it would not surprise me if that cabin is still there 200 year from now as long as there is someone there to care for it as well.
These videos bring so much peace, I enjoy your humbleness, love for nature, and love for Cali. I have a great time being able to watch your progress, I wish there were more videos. I come everyday to see if there are more and when there is not I watch reruns....so many times I know the next steps. The world is upside down right now and these times take us away from all that is so crazy......Thank you
Through all the years following your channel I’ve never seen so much rain 🌧... loving this new unexpected direction that’s been sprung upon you.. gotta be honest what I’ve seen so far this looks so much more exciting and unique than the old homestead...not that the old one wasn’t great work Shawn best wishes on this new endeavor much love to you and your beautiful family... you never cease to inspire and motivate through your own personal endeavors and hard work....
I watch all your videos but never comment. I have to say this is an absolutely beautiful experience to watch Shawn's craftsmanship, breathtaking nature cinematography unravel, and man's best friend, Cali altogether! Thank you!!
Maybe missed by a lot of people, but really like the attention to detail with the sound editing on the music moving underwater and back out at the end of the video. You are becoming a master of more than just homestead building.
There's that sweet girl ! Always at the ready with that bumper to "help" throughout the day. And her reward, riding in the canoe with dad. No happier dog alive.
Hi Shawn: Sure a lot of slugging to build a worthwhile foundation. What you are slugging at now will add so many possibilities when compared to the previous home cabin. Stay safe & thanks. Brian 81
I enjoy watching you as you put your heart and Spirit into your new home and everything else you have built. I saw a video where Cali got sick ? I'm glad she is doing so much better. Please give Cali a hug for me.
I love a good thunderstorm, especially when I am warm and dry inside my house! I can sleep through one, like a baby, unless lightning strikes nearby. I love watching how you figure things out, and then implement your plans. That cabin foundation will last for decades and decades, both rot resistant and strong. I really enjoy the drone shots of the surrounding landscape, so relaxing and beautiful.
I live in the city and my nearest green space is the local park so it's great to watch your videos of real nature and your incredible building while I'm working out in my home gym, it gives me inspiration 😁👍
It’s slowly starting to look like your new homes coming along.You have been held up so much with the rain this last few weeks.Hopefully it will get a bit better soon.And here I am hoping it rains soon just for cooler weather in the U.K. lol! I don’t like the heat at all and it’s been very hot for us lately.Oh my gosh you never cease to amaze me with your scenic video at the end ..When your own little Pocahontas sits in the front of your kayak and leads you on your adventure.She even did some scouting today too lol.Cali is such a great companion for you .You don’t realise how dense the trees are until you see them from above..It’s just so beautiful and I know you know and appreciate how Lucy you are to be able to be one with these surroundings .Love n Light to you both 🥰
This time Shawn you are building a magnificent cabin, just by the looks of the foundation. Love it. Watching you for more than two years now; from Zimbabwe, Africa.
@Richard Nhimbe. Tatende! Great to see a fellow Zimbabwean here. It’s pouring rain in SW USA today with all the lightening and thunderstorms I recall from my childhood. Homesick for the bush and my beloved homeland. 👌👍
@@trisho.8331 This guy is. In Canada, not US.
@@evangelista3776 I think Trish is saying she is in the US and it’s raining where she is.
@@jimburge5298 Yes and she's probably from Zimbabwe too. :)
another fellow from continent of AFRICA
awesome !!!
lots of love from
Nairobi Kenya 🇰🇪
mr Shawn and his family including the furry ms cali
are just out of this world
looking forward for the end product of his final cabin called
#“CALI’S HOME CABIN”
#CHC
god bless them !!!
🙏
A lot of patience demonstrated. Patience with the weather, patience moving the heavy timbers, patience with the amount of soil having to be moved, patience with Callie, and patience with self to persevere to finish. Good job.
great job man
patience with the insects
Shawn, is a master teacher. I've learned so much from watching him.
@@forabuck380 He has said before that he does not look at himself that way.
@@forabuck380 Any grown man who has to have another man to call his "master" has some major issue to sort out in his life. And yes you literally see him as your master you've made that clear.
I have such huge respect for you. In our world today you don't see very many self-sufficient men especially young men who are willing to bust ass pardon my language to achieve goals. You are out there alone working extremely hard to complete your projects no whining no bitching just head down pushing forward to complete what you set out to do. I wish you all the luck and good fortune you deserve. I've learned so much from watching you. Not just in the way of building and crafting but of heart and soul and dedication of man living the way he wants to and loves to. God bless and thank you!!!!
Congratulations on seeing your rain water catchment system working. There is something cozy being out of the weather on such days. Please keep out of Dad's way, Cali when he's hauling around those heavy timbers! That work must be way better than a gym membership.... lifting, hauling bending, pushing, digging, chopping etc, and of course, throwing an orange toy. Then the companionship of a paddle on the lake is always pleasant to relax too. You have an enviable life, Shawn.
Shawn’s work ethic inspires me to get up off my duff & get on with my projects. Watching the work & listening to the explanations for why it’s being done a certain way shows just how much thought & analysis has gone into his work. To be able to objectively visualize what’s needed to arrive at a desired conclusion is a remarkable talent. Couple that with a strong work ethic & remarkable things happen. Must be very rewarding.
I have a major problem. Shawn inspires me to do things, but then I just keep watching his videos instead of doing things. 😂
@@mr.smitty1993 haha, I’m so addicted to MSR, once I get the notification, I immediately set about getting my daily chores done then gleefully anticipate the reward for my meager efforts so I can watch Shawn’s videos after dinner. I watch at least 2 vids every night, even old ones, as they’re like a soothing balm for my soul.
Me too
Just when I think your videos can’t get any better…. Thank you for sharing your piece of heaven.
@MySelfReliance .
I'm ever so happy you have virtually been made to build your family homestead here Shawn. Sharing this beautiful site with bubbling brooks and wind rushing thru the trees; this is THEE place to to live & share with your wife and girls. Not to mention the meandering River in the valley. It's your own special piece of paradise, hidden away from noise and bustle of people going nowhere. You are truly blessed, you reap what you sow.
The last couple minutes brought me a lot of peace and serenity, thank you for that.
The build is coming right along. I think you’ll make it before winters chill starts to set in.
i don't know if he can finish before it starts getting cold. he mainly only has his foundation set and he is in Canada. the cold comes earlier up north.he can see snow coming in late October...
@@hellshade2 That’s true. I was thinking along a more southerly timeline where you could get into November before the snow sets in. If we say he’s got till October than yes the clock is ticking. If he stays motivated and focused on it he will make it.
@@CPBreezy80 i don't think we see quite as many people as focused and motivated as Shawn is.
The expression its a dogs life fits Cali to a t. Dont think its possible for a dog to be more happy. Wonder what she dreams about when she finally collapses for the day!
Fantastic work as always on the new cabin. Its going to be huge compared to the last one. May God bless your comings and goings from this family home for years to come. Thanks for sharing
Thank you Shawn ! What a wonderful world you bring to us here on this UA-cam channel
It is truly amazing how much has already been accomplished by a single person in such a short time on the cabin build and the other structures on the new site. The amount of work ahead seems daunting but obviously if you are truly motivated there is no task too large. Thanks for taking the time to document and share. I am very excited to be able to watch your dream become a reality.
He's had help. Watch the videos on the greenhouse build.
@@CoroaEntertainment That was only for a few days, on something he could not do himself, and when he does have help he more than pulls his own weight in the task. 99% of the time, he does things on his own.
The storm, the beauty, the tranquility, hard work, the dedication will all pay off. And Callie is just icing on the cake. Thank you for another amazing video. Looking forward to the next one.
Best show on UA-cam hands down!! Can’t wait till he gets the cabin going full go!! Keep up the good work Shawn!!👏🏻👏🏻
I could listen to the rushing streams 24 hours. The lush green forest of ferns, grasses and majestic trees produce a meditative calmness to my soul. Thankyou for sharing your paradise, Shawn. Your videos are truly amazing.
Oh how exciting Shawn. You're raising the log cabin walls. I know you will not disappoint us with it's coziness and large porch. I'd want a porch all the way around but that's just my dream. So excited to see what you do. Also, great nature shots! You're so talented. I love the perfect tree. A tree no one has ever touched, no branches missing or scars of any kind. I used to sketch them. Love watching everything you do. Have a good weekend too.
Well I guess I know who wants a like from Shawn 😂
Thanks for letting us tag along on your journey.
Calli is so patient. The wonder of the reward. Such joy!
I dont know which I enjoy more; building or nature. They are both important parts of the whole thing really. You wouldn't be building if the beauty and gifts of nature didn't call you so strongly. Thank you for another great video.
I would like to know what Mr James has
for Breakfast to give him those amounts
of Energy......He is a living Advertisement for
whatever it Is !
The cabin build is coming along. 👍 Cali is looking good. I love the sound of thunder and rain.❤️ Be well. 👍🙏☝️🙌
Could watch this scenery all day long. Realize it’s not conducive to getting your job done, but it’s so peaceful.
Yes, I agree Natural Law is Soverign and Always In Control! Thank you for the refreshing reminder of the rain.🍃
Very nice that you explain things, such as putting a space between the 4ft pillars to prevent rot.
Love watching you Sean prepare a place for your family…a grandma here that appreciates and values time-honored traditions and hard work. Your videos are therapy in this crazy world, and I pray that you have abundance and the reward of your labors…my hat’s off to ya. Thanks.
The amount of sheer pysical work you do,hauling logs,is amazing
I have never seen anyone work as hard as you. Take care
You won’t be short of water for a while! The cabin is slowly taking shape and love watching our progress.
Sorry, meant your progress
I appreciate that the end music was ALSO underwater. Nice touch.
Oh it was so dear to see sweet wet little Cali navigating the stream!
My favorite scenes are always of you and Calli hanging out. The canoe scene is one of my favorites! Two buds hanging out. Enjoy your times together.
Yes another video from My Self Reliance. I like a longer video from this channel just like this one, a 45 mins long 👍🇵🇭
Sue here, it looks as if you have found paradise on earth you are so very lucky to have such a Beautiful place to call Home, Glad to see cali is looking well, God be with you!
Love a good storm, thank you for recording it...
That storm was a storm and a half - I confess to letting out a little yelp when that lightning bolt hit. I am glad you are not being plagued by flies.
Lovimg the nature and kayaking footage - I am always scanning for wildlife.
Shawn James I wish I was 30 years younger and could be there to help you. You are truly an amazing outstanding person . Your ability has no ending. I could learn so very much from you. Thank you for the videos because I look every day for them. 😊👍🏻🇺🇸🇨🇦
The way Cali balanced herself on the log was absolutely brilliant....
Yes, like walking a tight rope but secure knowing Shawn was there to protect her and welcome her back into the canoe with his heartwarming smile. Got all choked up over that. The pure love and trust these two share makes me smile in every video, though this one was extra special.
I love what you did with the background music when you went underwater. Premium editing skills.
So very true!
heaven on earth.....thank you for sharing your world with us. I look forward to these times, watching such a gifted individual living the dream. God bless you and Calli. You're quite a team. 💕
I love thunderstorms but have had only ONE real storm this year in northern Illinois. Mother Nature is telling us something. The call of the Sandhill Cranes is lovely!
Sound of the creek so relaxing.
love the parts where he is just showing things like that and his choice of music with it makes it so much more relaxing
Nature so healing, coloring of sky wow, award winning
Im stuck this morning being sick. An l surely need this to pick me up. A extremely hard working man. Dont know how you find the time but thanks.
That is a peaceful spot, glad your making progress on the new cabin.
Process of the new cabin is looking great. The scenery is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your family's journey. Cali is adorable.
A another great video in the wilderness cabin building thanks a whole lot🦌⛈🛶
I absolutely admire your tenacity and your attention to detail. Looking forward to the continued journey. Thanks so much for sharing your time.
Good morning from British Columbia. What a view off your front porch for morning coffee! I'm envious of the rain! BC desperately needs some! Beautiful video as always..
Beautiful images, great camera work. Stunning. This could have been one of those natural history productions by the BBC but it's just one man's work.
This is an amazing build to watch, Shawn. I feel guilty sitting here, enjoying coffee, and not offering to help! You have given us all so much. Thank you for that. 👍😎🌱🌲⭐🏅🐾🌱🇨🇦💜✌💜💜💜
Excellent microphone. Sound of thunder, swollen stream, rain, and Cali leaping thru the brush made it easy to shut my eyes and retrieve visual memories of my own.
Wow! That work is truly going to pay off. Your home will last for always in such a firm foundation. Appreciate the share of your life and happenings. As always ending with your videos of area are icing on the cake. Thank you
I envy you! I’m 83 and have camped in places like you are going to live.
Loved every trip we took. God bless you in all you work, and keep you safe.
Shawn you’re one blessed dude, and your cinematic skills are becoming equally as impressive as your building skills. Hats off my friend. Thank you for another truly enlightening and enjoyable video. It brought peace to my soul.
Is everyone on this trying to suck up to him or what
My partner and I have been watching your videos and admiring your amazing strength and knowledge for almost a year now. Your lifestyle is just amazing it is beautiful how much effort and patience you have . sending you good vibes and we look forward to see how you progress .
The ending of this video is truly spectacular!
Shawn, you are an inspirational guy to me, as you are to many. Your strength, knowledge, vision, perseverance and your tranquility is a lesson for many. Especially in this time when restrictions and government intervention limit us and make us think differently about what is really important in a man's life.
Hardest working guy in the northern hemisphere. Getting ready to sell our house in the burbs and move out to the country with some land to play with. You better believe there will be a spot somewhere on my property that will be reserved for me building a livable structure that I'm sure will annoy my wife🙃. Thanks for your inspiration and sharing your talents with all of us Shawn!
Couldn’t leave without saying thank you. You have no idea how much you have taught me. I truly enjoy all your videos and love to hear you speak and explain the things you are doing. Thank you
Hello Shawn,
Fabulous progress, well done... I guess the big rains did ensure the backfilling did settle, so maybe a blessing in disguise.
Have a good weekend.
Paul,,
Your house will be wonderful!! A basement to store food in & safe from storms,& nice covered porch,the nice thick walls will be snug & cozy!
Hope from now on you can make the cabin you always wished and deserve after all the situation you have passed through. Follow you since the beginning. Greetings from Brazil
Just amazing Shawn seeing all the hard work put in to prepare the logs and Cali so in tune with you working. It seems like she wants to help her daddy so cute....
For awhile I can enjoy your videos and forget about everything else thank you.🙂✌️
What a beautiful place. I love nature. I enjoyed watching.
I am amazed by what one human being is able to accomplish….. Take care Shawn James! 🌀❤️🌀
Amazing what you have achieved so far Shawn, So proud of you. Hard work I know, but think of the finished cabin, This will be you, And your Family and "cali's" Forever Home. Sending kindest thoughts from Australia xx
Shawn, the nature parts in your videos, are really so beautiful that I almost cried...thank you and very best wishes to you and your entire family and Kelly of course...
(Cali, but close enough :-D ) Welcome to the lot of us who love Shawn's videos and life--such beauty to be surrounded by. Bless you and yours :-)
This cabin will be amazing, already in the foundation structure, you see the how solid it's going to be. I'm impressed with your patience and the perseverance. Wish I had your soil, my cabin is built on rock. Which has its benefits, but digging is impossible at times.
Cali is so beautiful, a joy to watch everytime, along with the beauty you capture with your lense. Thank you again for another great video and we are grateful to be apart of your journey.
Looks like your going to have a sturdy cabin,strong for ever. good luck and stay safe.
Shawn and Cali in the canoe gliding along the surface of the waters in Paradise! This reminded me so much of Dick Proenneke when he said all he could hear was his paddle cutting through the water and distant water falls. Then the vision of you writing at his desk in Alaska. The legacy continues and my Kind Thanks to The James Family! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
Shawn is doing his things and enjoying it, he’s letting us see his successes also thanks.
So thrilled you are getting the walls up!! I know it will be spectacular. Thanks for allowing us to tag along on your adventure
I can’t wait to see how beautiful this cabin is.
I can't believe you have gotten this far that is a lot of building and digging for just one man you are a blessing to watch
Another stellar video. It’s great to hear your thought process on the build.
It always brings a smile to my face when I see Callie, what a sweetheart!
Besides the hard and great work you are achieving, in each video my happy moments are to see Cali bringing you her toy and you throwing it, maybe you are or not aware of that but she's starring in each video and she part of the adventure and seeing her growing getting older it's just amazing the bound between the two of you and that makes me happy for her too
I’m just taken back by the beauty you share with us all. The time you take out of your wonderful life is very much appreciated. But then we get to learn also about so many things. Thank you. In this world these days you are a blessing.
Great to see you take some time off to relax and go fishing with Cali. Thanks for the wonderful footage at the end.The weather this year in BC has been crazy as well !!... I hope the smoke from our fires is dispersed before it reaches your end.
This video deserves awards! One of the best I've seen. Thanks Shaun for sharing your story with us and OMG the Zen.
I love how Cali is so agile and graceful walking along a downed log in the water and easily steps from the Log into the Canoe slowly as to not disrupt the Canoe Balance...! She's an Awesome pooch..! Also I like how you Shawn thinks things out...and explain why, mastering the Forest and building another Log Cabin.... that'll endure probably for ever.....? =)
with the size of the timbers he is using and how he has prepared them it would not surprise me if that cabin is still there 200 year from now as long as there is someone there to care for it as well.
These videos bring so much peace, I enjoy your humbleness, love for nature, and love for Cali. I have a great time being able to watch your progress, I wish there were more videos. I come everyday to see if there are more and when there is not I watch reruns....so many times I know the next steps. The world is upside down right now and these times take us away from all that is so crazy......Thank you
I love the incongruity of hand hued charred timber and the blueskin sheeting...
Through all the years following your channel I’ve never seen so much rain 🌧... loving this new unexpected direction that’s been sprung upon you.. gotta be honest what I’ve seen so far this looks so much more exciting and unique than the old homestead...not that the old one wasn’t great work Shawn best wishes on this new endeavor much love to you and your beautiful family... you never cease to inspire and motivate through your own personal endeavors and hard work....
Love the Canadian weather
I watch all your videos but never comment. I have to say this is an absolutely beautiful experience to watch Shawn's craftsmanship, breathtaking nature cinematography unravel, and man's best friend, Cali altogether! Thank you!!
It’s good to see the beauty of nature and a man’s hard work coming to life.
Thank you for setting my soul at peace, through often times of stress and turmoil. Your videos help keep me grounded.
Thank you for sharing. I swear I can smell the ozone here, the thunder sound awesome.
Maybe missed by a lot of people, but really like the attention to detail with the sound editing on the music moving underwater and back out at the end of the video. You are becoming a master of more than just homestead building.
Outro music was beautiful, worthy of the scenery! Another fine video, Shawn.
There's that sweet girl ! Always at the ready with that bumper to "help" throughout the day. And her reward, riding in the canoe with dad. No happier dog alive.
Hi Shawn: Sure a lot of slugging to build a worthwhile foundation. What you are slugging at now will add so many possibilities when compared to the previous home cabin. Stay safe & thanks. Brian 81
You are such a fortunate man to have that at your doorstep.bless you. For all you have done and for sharing your richness
Really elegant filming and editing of nature scenes.
I enjoy watching you as you put your heart and Spirit into your new home and everything else you have built.
I saw a video where Cali got sick ? I'm glad she is doing so much better.
Please give Cali a hug for me.
Always nice to see progress when building, keeps the spirits up. Good video.
I love a good thunderstorm, especially when I am warm and dry inside my house! I can sleep through one, like a baby, unless lightning strikes nearby.
I love watching how you figure things out, and then implement your plans. That cabin foundation will last for decades and decades, both rot resistant and strong.
I really enjoy the drone shots of the surrounding landscape, so relaxing and beautiful.
I live in the city and my nearest green space is the local park so it's great to watch your videos of real nature and your incredible building while I'm working out in my home gym, it gives me inspiration 😁👍
It’s slowly starting to look like your new homes coming along.You have been held up so much with the rain this last few weeks.Hopefully it will get a bit better soon.And here I am hoping it rains soon just for cooler weather in the U.K. lol! I don’t like the heat at all and it’s been very hot for us lately.Oh my gosh you never cease to amaze me with your scenic video at the end ..When your own little Pocahontas sits in the front of your kayak and leads you on your adventure.She even did some scouting today too lol.Cali is such a great companion for you .You don’t realise how dense the trees are until you see them from above..It’s just so beautiful and I know you know and appreciate how Lucy you are to be able to be one with these surroundings .Love n Light to you both 🥰
I loved hearing the rain, we're not getting much rain here in S W Colorado. I love your videos, love to watch Callie. Thank you.
You have the most beautiful cinematography!