We Almost Burned Down the Mini Off-Grid Cabin! Kitchen Build continues - Part 19 - Off Grid Building
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- In this episode, we faced every off-grid builder's nightmare: a near disaster that could have burned down our mini off-grid cabin! 🔥 While using the Buddy Heater to stay warm during our DIY kitchen cabinet build, we had a scary close call that reminded us just how careful you have to be living off the grid.
Despite the fire scare, our budget-friendly kitchen build continues as we work on installing cabinets and making progress in this tiny off-grid space. Join us as we share the highs and lows of this challenging project, along with the lessons learned from our close call.
What You'll See:
✅ A scary fire incident with the Buddy Heater
✅ Progress on our DIY off-grid kitchen build
✅ Budget-friendly tips for creating a functional cabin kitchen
💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Have you ever had a close call like this while working on a project? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more off-grid living updates and builds.
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Pretty disgusting that anyone would criticize Jen. She's a great presence with her cheerful demeanor, cooking skills, and willingness to always lend a hand around the homestead. AND...anyone who loves dogs is a friend of mine.
Thanks! -Jen
Jen is a ray of sunshine, don't change a thing.
Thanks for the kind words !
Ignore the trolls. Just continue to be yourself. No one likes fakeness. Continue to be real. Don't change.
Thanks !
Jen is such a joyful and jovial person! Who would want to hang out with someone who’s grumpy all the time? She makes her life enjoyable!! Love ya, Jen!!
She is a very cheerful lady! Man I watch these loner guys out there homesteading and wonder how they do it alone. I'm alone myself but have 3 very lovable dogs but it's not the same as having a good woman! Jay you are a very lucky man!
Yes😊 she has a very pleasant personality and very pleasant laugh😊
Thanks!!
Honestly who could not appreciate Jens laugh. She is the cheerleader every man needs when times get tough.
Thanks !!!
Jen - please don't change!!! Your giggle gets me smiling no matter what kind of day I am having!!!
Thanks! I try to find joy in life. It's way to short to not find joy
Jenn- I think you are a lot of fun and you have a great sense of humour!!! You add a lot to the channel !!!
Thanks for the kind words
Don’t change anything! The wife and I love watching you guys. The most normal people on UA-cam! You’re a great couple and we love the laughter. The world needs to laugh more!
Thanks so much!!!!
My late wife was always very unhappy with herself. I find Jen's laughter and outlook absolutely delightful. You are both extremely fortunate to have each other.
Lots of love my friend
That could have been so bad! Lucky catch Jay! Jen, the important people love you. Don't you dare change a thing! We love your excitement and happiness. ❤❤ Mean people suck!
Thanks for the kind words guys. Merry Christmas 🎅
🤣 A laugh a day keeps the doctor away! We need more laughter in this world. Love you both. 😘
So true
Awe she is a happy soul the world needs more people like Jen. Merry Christmas to you guys whatever you do always be you :).
Thank you merry Christmas
Jen, keep smiling and stay happy! So glad you saved the cabin Jay and saw the heater act up! Love the new cabinets and the light look like the pine. I would love to see them stay light with maybe just minwax pine and a couple coats of poly. And you guys have gotten so good with concrete, maybe a concrete countertop or some solid wood glued and planed? Your chili looks delicious!!!
Great ideas ! Thanks for watching
Jen don't stop being you.
Just blessed that we're alive is enough to be happy for.
I watch several other channels where one of the people does a lot of laughing.
We need it more than ever in this crazy world.
Maybe you could make a counter top out of wood and coat it with resin
Thanks! That's how I feel. Could be far worse off so laughter is always best !
You two are such a lovely couple, you feel like old friends, pay no mind to the grumps, Jen is a beautiful Lady, Jay you are a blessed man!
Thanks for the kind words
My Aunt Claire had the loudest laugh in the family and she is sorely missed. She loved tap dancing too. Laugh your heart out! Life is way to short to be grumpy! With Aloha...
Yes life is so short. No one is promised tomorrow. Enjoy every moment while we can. Thanks for watching! Merry Christmas
The laughter of a loved one is the sweetest music. Ignore the sour trolls and keep living your authentic life. Keep bring the joy Jen.
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Keep enjoying life Jen. Don't let the others bring down your spirit, they are just jealous of you because they live miserable lives.....much love. Stay warm !
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I will never understand how people can be down on happiness, pity there aren’t more kind happy people in the world,love watching you both ❤️xx
Jen, you are a sweetheart and I love your "always" positive outlook. Don't listen to anyone who has negative things to say. They are just miserable, living a miserable life because they aren't willing to take the chances of making mistakes. Like I've told Jay in another video, He is a blessed Man to have you as a wife. You both are so supportive of each other. That's so awesome! Keep up the videos. God Bless.
Jen is such a joyful person. Please don’t change.
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Hearing jen laugh makes my day! You are alot like me jen, happy go lucky 💜 please never change 🙏
Thanks merry Christmas
@OffgridwithJayandJen Merry Christmas Jay and Jen 💜🎄🦘
Much love from Aus
Jen I love your giggles. Keep it up. I love watching people having fun. Life should be that way.
I agree -Jen
Jen. Those grouches that are giving you a hard time about anything, including your laughing and giggles, can go to H-E- (double hockey sticks) in a hand basket. You just keep being you. I enjoy hearing your cute laughs and giggles. It brings real life into the video.
Ignore the bs, Jen!! We always look forward to watching J and Jen videos!
Thanks! Appreciate it
Jen, I leaned awhile back that I don't give a flying flip want anyone thinks about me. As long as I like myself and fill that, I'm doing right by God. Keep being yourself. I make a special point to watch you guys for who you are! Love you guys...
Merry Christmas !
Don't let anyone still your joy. ..
Thanks for the kind words! Merry Christmas
Jen you are such a cheerful person. Who wants to be stuck in the off grid cabin site for weeks with some of the grumpy people that everyone has come in contact with at one time or another? Give me a friendly happy person every time! Dont listen to the very people that nobody would want to be around at all! Both of y'all are nice to be around. Ive been around both and believe me you two are the winners!! Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎁🐕🐕
Thanks merry Christmas
The world needs all the laughter,giggles and smiles we can get! Please keep being you Jen!
Thanks!!!
Great job!! A bit of advice would suggest place a fire extinguisher in the small cabin just in case you need it!! The buddy heater is a great example. Merry Christmas Jay and Jen!
Also might you consider a shut off valve inside???😊
Jen is a joy with her personality. Never try to change anything about her. She's a beautiful and unique lady. My wife is a little like Jen and anyone that knows her loves her, especially myself and our kids. Your Mr. Big Buddy heater. Always light one element at a time, and when the first element is burning good then light the second element one step at a time.. I saw a heater do like yours did by trying to light both elements at the same time.
Petty people are full of negativity and have nothing to do but criticize, belittle, and point out things that they don’t like about others. They’re also unhappy and bitter about their life and don’t want anyone to be happy. Unfortunately, this world has soo many people like that, so Jen, let your sweet light shine and let your laugh shine!! Please share your happiness shine through to others!!
LOOOOVE YOU JEN!!!!❤😂😅😊❤❤❤❤❤
I laugh with you all the time!!!
Haters will be haters. Just ignore them.
Keep the wood in the kitchen natural. Just poly it and call it good. Love the look of the mini cabin, great job building it. Enjoy your holidays!
Thanks! Merry Christmas!
She is uplifting. Something we all need!
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we love you Jen, don't stop being you! Poly in the kitchen and butcher block counter tops is my choice.
Thanks for watching
A wonderful holiday to the both of you. Oh, and Jen - I say piss off to the negative nellies who love to criticize others - you folks rock as a team! Much appreciation to you guys!
I guess you can say I am hooked on your videos. I always wanted to live in an area like you are in but never had what it took to take that kind of step. I am an old man now and all I have is the dreams and the ability to watch you guys enjoy your life.
Thanks so much for being here
Clear poly the cupboards, keep it light and bright!
Ignore the naysayers Jen. Those who are negative are very unhappy people and feel a need to inflict it on others.
I enjoy watching you and Jay!
Thanks so much
Jen I love your laughter and how you make the videos fun and entertaining. I don’t know why anyone would be negative about her. She is involved and works with Jay and both of you are great how you work out your projects together. Ignore the trolls, Jen. You are just fine the way you are.
Lots of Love My Friend
Jen is a happy and upbeat woman. The world is too full of uptight sad and just plain out mean people. I think Jay has a treasure for sure. Merry Christmas.
Ya jays pretty lucky I agree 🤣. -jen p.s I'm pretty lucky too. Merry Christmas
You can't please everyone. We need more cheerful people like Jen, the world would be a much better place. Merry Christmas!
Thank you! Merry Christmas!
Don't let the critics get to you! You guys are imperfect like most everyone else! That's what makes your content real from real people!
Thanks!
We love you guys! So down to earth and real. Keep on laughing and taking us on your journey. Ignore the mean ones, they are just unhappy in their own life.
We get so tickled at Jen and love your zest for life!. You would be a hit at any party. Please don't change! Let your light shine girl!!!
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We love you Jen!! Don’t let anyone dim your shine❤
Your out there living the dream that most of us can’t I enjoy your channel people don’t hate what you can’t have
Just got a minute to catch up on your videos. Wow that buddy heater was scary! So glad you were there and able to prevent that disaster! I think you both are amazing and inspiring and Jen is such a joyful soul I hope neither of you change one bit because of the parasites that infect every channel I have seen. The thing I like most is that you both are genuine and I really value that. Thanks for your content and sharing your journey.
Jen is one of the main reasons. We love the show.
WE always learn and enjoy your episodes. But most of all we find ourselves laughing and relating to life.
She always has a great attitude and lots of patience.We are two of your biggest fans from washington state
Jen you're a breath of fresh air ❤️❤️!! Don't pick up ugly! If you do, you give them your power.
We love Jen's Personality! and her husband.
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Wow! In my 11 years of using those heaters the only problem I have ever had was them clogging up and refusing to run. I have never seen one do that. Crazy! Glad you were there when it happened so you could shut it down! Crazy!!
Me too, lot of use too. I'm thinking maybe cold temps and propane tank expanding? No idea.
Butcher Block counter tops would look good. Love the mini kitchen, but not all that snow. Keep being your loveable quirky self Jen. You've got a great personality.
I love Jen. You both are so great and amazing together. I'm telling yard when I start my homestead im making t shirts that will say "Jay and Jen taught me" lol
Cannot believe that people give Jen a hard time just for being happy. Misery loves company as they say. Don't ever stop being you Jen! Your laugh is infectious, we love it!❤
People just say anything they just don't care what they say. Love you guys keep putting the videos out for us to watch. I can relate to you guys love watching
Jen, I love your joy! You bring smiles to my face!
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I am so jealous. I would love to be that happy naturally. I know I could be, when two people work so great together. I love the dogs.
Thanks for the kind words!
My Sue is the most optimistic person I know. Jen is the same. Having fun in life is a special gift. Don't change a thing Jen, we love you.
Thank you! Appreciate it
❤❤❤ for Jen 😊 ....you both are an inspiration...lifting people up and letting them know you appreciate and support them, that is true character...all the rest, They are not worth your peace. ❤
We enjoy Jen's cheerfulness and laughs & giggles. If you can't laugh then don't comment. YA'LL rock.
More laughter and joy is needed in life
Jen, you make me happy. That matters more than idiots. I love watching the two of you. Your relationship is precious.
Thanks for the kind words. Merry Christmas
Wow, God was watching over u, Jay. I love how Jen just goes with the flow, and her laugh is infectious. I say if they're picking on me, they're leaving someone else alone. 😂 All I know is I'm jealous of that mini kitchen. Not really. I'm sure whatever, yall come up with will be wonderful. ❤️💙🐕🐕
Thanks merry Christmas
Jen is a woman after my own heart. "Always find joy in everything "
You have to. Life is too short not to
Love Jen’s happiness . Wouldn’t be the same without it.
Thanks
My goal for 2025 is to be more like Jen by laughing more, smiling thru all weather conditions and just enjoying life. Her love of animals is the “icing”on top. Happy New year 🎉
❤continue to bring joy to the world Jen.
You are wonderful my friend. Thanks for all the kindness
Jen is joyful! Go Jen ❤
Jen, you are great as you are. You have a sense of humor and make a day brighter. Love you guys! Remember Jen, don't let them get you, I know it's hard but looking at comments everyone likes you as you are!!!
I just wish more people looked at life the way you do Jen. Seems like you're in a good mood most of the time. It's obvious you enjoy life, so giggle as much as you want. I enjoy watching your channel (well, with Jay too 😊). You two are doing something that most people won't or can't do. Keep up the good work.
Watching from Nebraska.
Ya jays ok🤣🤣 i think I'll keep him around 🤣
I just join your channel because Jen was laughing and having a good time even with being worried about the snow storm and solar dead. I would definitely stain the cupboards in small cabin. It's so cute ! ❤ 😊
Jen, you have a wonderful personality. Don't ever change..!!
Thanks
I love your laugh.. It is nice to hear you laugh and enjoy yourself. Plus who can’t help but laugh when you are watching the dogs play in the snow
I think it is awesome that she has so much fun just living her best life!!!
Very glad you can appreciate that too, it's a big reason i love her so much
Hi guys you asked about counter top ideas, I like the countertop in your home, it looks really nice. Go with what you already have. Have fun guys my son lives near you,lots of snow this year. Stay warm!!!😎
Thanks so much! 😊
I watch quite a few couples on UA-cam and you two are the best. Jen -the giggle is the best.
Thanks so much
I love how the cabinets are coming out. As far as counter tops I think keep it light. Love it. Glad you didn't leave that faulty heater unattended...
🚫snow🚫 Jen is the reason I'm subscribed. I just love to listen to her laugh and gripe.
Thanks for being here ! Truly appreciate it
Rock on, Jen! Enjoy your life - ignore the haters!
People can be so stupid! If you cant laugh and have fun doing... whatever then you need to just stop existing, or just leave everyone else alone! Jen Your giggling makes us smile every time! Its so cute to see someone having fun!
Keep being you Jen! Yohon and Atha think you are awesome!
Thanks. Merry Christmas
That heater leak scared me. The little cabin is really comin' along great! The cabinet layout is perfecto!
Jen your laugh is genuine and makes my heart happy!! I hope you all have a great day!! Stay warm!!
Lots of love Jenn
Heck...you're a lucky man Jay! Having a giggly wife all the time means she's never mad at you. Lol. If more people quit their substances, they may actually be happier! Have fun guys. Nice little cabin! Merry Christmas. Brian from mid Michigan
I have actually had some tears that someone would say something about your happiness.
I would like to wish you both Happy Christmas and new year.
Sending lots of love my friend and merry Christmas to you as well
The cabinets and stove fit perfectly on the wall. Jen, your humor is amazing, don’t change a thing! I don’t know why some people have to jerks! Stay positive and continue to make great content! Merry Christmas!
Thanks friend! Merry Christmas
I accidentally discovered your channel a few days ago and subscribed after watching just one episode. I live in Iowa and my brother in law and I do a 2 week snowmobile trek in the UP where we almost die every year...lol. I really love your winter content because I can relate, but I really like the two of you. Jay does a great job of explaining the things he is doing and why and Jen is such a positive and fun person....you guys make a great couple and are good partners and I admire that. It made me very sad to hear that people are critical of Jen and I am glad you said something because I do not read the comments for that reason. I just don't need others to make me feel bad...too old for that. But Jen, I will bet most everyone thinks you are terrific!! I love your smile and laughter and the way you have fun with problems and challenges. How can people be critical of your "giggle"? Would they like it better if you cried and complained about everything?...OH WAIT..they probably would.. Keep bringing us your videos...I am a big, big fan and now I have to go back and watcxhed everything I have missed!!
Hey Gary, thanks you for the thoughtful and lovely comment. It's these kind words and stories that keep us going up here and sharing our lives with everyone. Lots of love my friend and appreciate you being here
The cabinets and oven fit perfectly and look nice. Kinda surprised you didn't build your own rustic cabinets. Tell Jen some of us appreciate her laughter and giggles - something we need more of in this crazy world.
Jen you keep on laughing & enjoying life! We Love You🙏🙏🙏Blessings
Thanks Laura
Ignore the idiots! They can just move on! Love watching you guys!! Always in a better mood when the video is over! You guys are awesome!
Have a merry Christmas!! 🎄🎄🎄
You guys are great! Don't let anyone tell you different. There are always "Negative Nellies" and they never have anything good or productive to say or do. You all just keep doing your thing and ignore the "experts". We'll keep watching and enjoying your adventures. Have a Merry Christmas and Great New Year!
Merry Christmas
Don't change Jen. Keep being the wonderful happy person you are x
I would recommend you get rid of that propane heater and replace it with a diesel heater. For portability you can get an all-in-one kit that sits outside and you pump hot air from the unit into a window of the room you want to heat. Or you can mount one semi permanent running the exhaust and combustion inlet to the exterior through a hole. These can run unsupervised for hours and hours.
I'm new hear and I think alot of us are really thinking about making this leap to the off grid life and love learning with y'all and appreciate what you do 💯 Your both great don't let haters get to ya...
Thanks my friend, this makes us smile
So sad the rough lives some people have had trying to be perfect which is never possible. You be you Jen and stay fun! I would paint those cabinets a great fun color like cranberry to bring some contrast into the cabin and make it cheerful and warm! Texas Deb ❤️
Don't let the turkeys get you down Jen! Your laughter and joy is delightful!
Jen enjoying life is good to be able to laugh is a blessing enjoy it and those that complain about it should try it they might find they feel better about themselves
Very true
Happy New Year to Jen!!!! … and Jay too. Seriously though your girl in the woods video is the most influential video to motivate me this year. Im on 30 acres, RV with generators and a little solar. 2 wells and a sawmill… no Buildings yet. Thank u.
Jen is my spirit animal ❤❤❤
Aww thanks! -Jen
Jen you keep being yourself that’s who you are and you’re awesome 👏 I’m glad you’re tiny cabin didn’t burn down. Great Video 👍🏻 Y’all stay warm. 😊
😁. Thanks for watching. Merry Christmas
Keep being you Jen. Really love seeing a person happy and content with their life.... Please keep smiling and laughing makes me smile...