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    FINALLY! We start to make progress with the build of our natural swimming pool on our farm in Northern Portugal. It's been a project with lots of setbacks, but we're determined to keep pushing forward and realise a dream of having a pool that's a haven for us, and for the wildlife too.
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    We’re John, Tara, Crusoe, and Sawyer Newby, a family of explorers who've settled in Northern Portugal. We’re currently renovating an abandoned farm into our dream off-grid homestead, and we’d love to take you along for the journey!
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  • @TheNewbys
    @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +13

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    • @tetra3ne56scur3
      @tetra3ne56scur3 5 днів тому +1

      Hi I just subscribed to

    • @rougefox9233
      @rougefox9233 3 дні тому +1

      📌Have Brady teach you how to do some masonry work on the stone blocks to round the edges, also you can grow moss on the stone blocks to give aged look by simply gathering some moss, put in blender with plain yogurt, beer or buttermilk & water then with paintbrush paint the moss slurry onto the areas you want moss to grow, keep those areas moist by misting it daily, you can also do this moss technique on clay pots. 😊

  • @cathylewis2181
    @cathylewis2181 7 днів тому +164

    I used to comment on your videos all the time back in the day when there were not hundreds and hundreds of comments and I now feel like mine would just get buried in the masses. But I happened to get here early today and I thought I would just congratulate you on all of your work and all of your successes. You have so many viewers and subscribers now and deservedly so. You always bring a smile to my face, well, at least when things are going well for you. Aloha and much love from Hawaii as always.😮

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +24

      Thank you so so much Cathy! We do see each and every comment and appreciate your support so much. Thank you for the lovely words ❤️❤️

    • @leighcairns2601
      @leighcairns2601 7 днів тому +13

      Great family and I miss John's long hair zThose boys have such angelic face s and way little soya marches in gmhis wellies fantastic ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

    • @dylangRodin
      @dylangRodin 7 днів тому +4

      Oh my goodness I so feel for you.......having a clear outcome in mind and getting someone else's vision and interpretation on where one intended going gives me personally, endless trouble.........and I absolutely agree, the angular lines is visually a bit disturbing. Shucks, such a dilemma, you're dealing with it rather well I must say......🥀🌼🥀 Love the music you play always uplifting and pleasant.

    • @the_mum
      @the_mum 7 днів тому +5

      @@leighcairns2601 I do as well...I thought his hair was fabulous.

    • @picturenut
      @picturenut 7 днів тому +8

      Been watching you so long ever since you started this. It’s been quite a journey and of course it’s not finished yet but you’re doing a wonderful job and I enjoy every one of your videos. Congratulations and keep it up. I’ll be here looking’.( God willing that is I’m 87 so….)

  • @a.j.alberti518
    @a.j.alberti518 7 днів тому +85

    "When i get bigger. Like Crusoe".
    What an utterly lovely pair of small humans you are raising there! ❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +3

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @alicampbell3338
      @alicampbell3338 7 днів тому +2

    • @mika72.-Bois
      @mika72.-Bois 3 дні тому

      I think Sawyer may be thinking right now being in the digger is too scary; but it won't be scary when I'm bigger.

  • @quifix1
    @quifix1 3 дні тому +1

    The stones will age and change color after a few years. You can also plant climbing plants (eras) and cover the walls with green plants, if you like, but they spread roots through all the holes they find.

  • @michaelbootes2575
    @michaelbootes2575 3 дні тому +1

    The yellow forms for the CONCRETE beams supporting the slab are called shutters.

  • @dyannejohnson6184
    @dyannejohnson6184 7 днів тому +57

    Mario you are an artist…please let Mario know how wonderful his ability to blend your vision with safety and practicality . He is a fine man

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому +1

      He is the best Dyanne

  • @KarenThiessen-k5e
    @KarenThiessen-k5e 7 днів тому +58

    I love how well both your boys can speak and express themselves!

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +3

      Thanks friend ❤️❤️

  • @maryjeannelson1334
    @maryjeannelson1334 7 днів тому +45

    Tara and John, I am 77, have 2 adult sons and 3 teenage grandsons. It is such a delight to watch your videos on Wednesday and Sunday. I got such a kick out of Sawyer saying "when he gets big like Crusoe and High up, high up, high up, he will ride in the digger. So darn cute.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      So glad we could put a smile on your face Mary ❤️❤️

  • @alangates5240
    @alangates5240 7 днів тому +37

    Don't worry about the wall looking new and straight, when Sawyer and Crusoe are sitting there with their grandchildren, it will look like its always been there.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +5

      You’re quite right Alan 🙌🏼

    • @DeirdreHickey-nx8nt
      @DeirdreHickey-nx8nt 7 днів тому +4

      Love this message ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @linmurray436
    @linmurray436 7 днів тому +14

    The stairs and wall are beautiful, I think once it's all pointed and planted with little moss and little plants all the hard edges will soften up.

  • @annmarielatimer7889
    @annmarielatimer7889 7 днів тому +9

    Awe Sawyer is so sweet with his idea that he is not ready yet to go in the digger. He was so cute yawning and smiling in daddy's arms. Crusoe seems so much older than he is. Such a mature young man. I have my fingers crossed for your bio pool getting set up before the rain returns. My head spins with all the projects you have on the go at the same time.

  • @juanitakauffman6336
    @juanitakauffman6336 7 днів тому +9

    I love seeing Sawyer. He is growing quickly. Crusoe is teaching Sawyer by all he does.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +1

      Crusoe loves teaching Sawyer as much as he can ❤️❤️

  • @dianndier3202
    @dianndier3202 7 днів тому +11

    Sawyer is so good at talking and communicating. His understanding is awesome. He is so smart at figuring things out. He is precious and lovable.

  • @Grace_x68
    @Grace_x68 7 днів тому +33

    Awww little Sawyer is so cute ❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +2

      Thanks Grace 🙏🏼❤️

  • @fionamaffeo3838
    @fionamaffeo3838 7 днів тому +57

    Sawyer melts my heart… higher higher higher❤❤❤

  • @rougefox9233
    @rougefox9233 3 дні тому +1

    📌Have Brady teach you how to do some masonry work on the stone blocks to round the edges, also you can grow moss on the stone blocks to give aged look by simply gathering some moss, put in blender with plain yogurt, beer or buttermilk & water then with paintbrush paint the moss slurry onto the areas you want moss to grow, keep those areas moist by misting it daily, you can also do this moss technique on clay pots. 😊

  • @cindicarnell81
    @cindicarnell81 7 днів тому +16

    I’m confident John can grow moss and plants in the cracks to take the fresh newness off the staircase! Great episode

    • @kdclothes
      @kdclothes 7 днів тому +2

      Regular unsweetened yogurt dipped and moss will help

  • @HeatherNaturaly
    @HeatherNaturaly 7 днів тому +6

    The intelligence, of those 2 boys, never ceases to amaze me. I swear Sawyer speaks better and in more complete sentences than most 4 year olds!!! And don't get me started on Crusoe.. That child must have a massive IQ!

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      Thanks Heather ❤️❤️

  • @pmotherat
    @pmotherat 7 днів тому +7

    I think the sides of the steps look spectacular. Mario knows what he’s doing. 👌

  • @yvethemetriccrafter688
    @yvethemetriccrafter688 6 днів тому +3

    I'm sure when that stone has weathered in the steps , it will blend in much better , I think it's going to be gorgeous.

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 7 днів тому +19

    Sawyer is talking so much sense and asks very good questions. He is not a crying boy who wants to copy his brother. He stands on his own feet. Smart kid. So much time and energy spent on that staircase. I hope we will see more on house building from now on.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      We are so proud of both our boys Mint Leaf ❤️❤️

  • @Mary-h2b
    @Mary-h2b 7 днів тому +16

    As I watch your house,bio pool, new steps, and all the wonderful projects in-between, I've noticed that yesterday have been blessed with great support,crafts men, dedicated workers, how lucky you are really after arriving in a strange land, starting a new life and adventures, toddler and new baby 🍼🐥, you both have been truly blessed with your support network.
    It shows how we well you've adapted to this wonderful land and Country. What great stories are made from 🎉🎉❤❤

  • @kimstrutt9976
    @kimstrutt9976 7 днів тому +6

    Precious little Sawyer! Such a wise little chap 😊

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +1

      ❤️❤️

    • @derekbeauchamp1501
      @derekbeauchamp1501 5 днів тому

      Sawyer is turning into such a sweet boy ,he so knows what he wants to do, and when he wants to do it ❤ love is hair cut, by the way. Sweet boy's.
      It's going to be such a lovely home sted ❤

  • @CherylZeuch
    @CherylZeuch 7 днів тому +6

    I've watched every episode on the farm and sometimes think you've got so much work to do. But then I see the drone view & think , WOW look how progress has been made. It will be beautiful when it's complete. The boys are so much fun to watch, they really are in their element to enjoy all the farm has to offer them. You both are great people, I really love your episodes!! Hugs! Cheryl from Florida, U.S.A

  • @lesley-annecarle
    @lesley-annecarle 7 днів тому +15

    The tree house is
    a delight, so lovely
    the Newby's boys are enjoying John's vision, that he built
    this fun exciting
    tree house an
    adventure place
    for his sons to enjoy.

  • @mattell56
    @mattell56 7 днів тому +10

    How lovely to see you in a thorough, clear conversation with Sawyer! How carefully he is considering his future enjoyments!

  • @marcihayden1805
    @marcihayden1805 7 днів тому +50

    Blending old ancient boulders with fresh cut stone will be an artistic rendering, and plants scrambling over some of them will soften the variance and add a whole new dimension! I am eager to watch and learn along with all the progress on your projects. Keep up the great work !!❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +5

      Thanks Marci 🙏🏼❤️

    • @brigitteparks2656
      @brigitteparks2656 7 днів тому +8

      That would be my suggestion too

    • @alicampbell3338
      @alicampbell3338 7 днів тому +8

      I absolutely agree . The stones will blend in and acquire a patina of age!

    • @leahworks4242
      @leahworks4242 7 днів тому +1

      Absolutely true!
      It’s so beautiful already 😊

    • @kellysoles7766
      @kellysoles7766 7 днів тому +3

      Agreed. Blending the old with the new is a beautiful statement to make.

  • @lisachurchill-hendrix3614
    @lisachurchill-hendrix3614 7 днів тому +6

    The boys look so cute looking out from their treehouse.🥰

  • @mariagillinson8527
    @mariagillinson8527 7 днів тому +17

    Dear Tara you have the most wonderful heart… you have to have a space that works for you. Your honouring the farm by caring for it ….

  • @rebeccatheis3188
    @rebeccatheis3188 7 днів тому +7

    Dear John!! Let those hard working masons and builders make your staircase sound and strong. I have no doubt you can “rough up” and “age” those new stones to blend with the old. Love your vision! It will be wonderful!! Your property is amazing! So much fun watching all the areas you are developing. Those little boys are such a joy to all of us watching!!

  • @TriciaBrandt-ql6fr
    @TriciaBrandt-ql6fr 6 днів тому +2

    Sawyer made my heart melt when John picked him up and he smiled several times ♥️♥️♥️. You have been blessed with two beautiful boys! And John said it all that he is blessed to be able to be with them every day. You both are awesome parents!
    My youngest is 46 (born in Manchester) and the time has gone by in the blink of an eye. Enjoy every second

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      We absolutely adore our two boys ❤️❤️

  • @madalenagoncalves657
    @madalenagoncalves657 4 дні тому +1

    Sawyer is such a Smart little Boy because he knows that the digger is for a more grown child. Good notion at his age not to take "risks"! 👍🙏

  • @mumzelvandenberg1628
    @mumzelvandenberg1628 7 днів тому +14

    I love your progress on the land. But as a granny of 8 grandchildren I love the boys ❤ I love how they have such fun and learning while playing. So cute how they play together and being best friends 🥰

    • @hilaryholt3061
      @hilaryholt3061 7 днів тому +1

      I feel the same watching the boys jog along and interact together! I have 6 grandchildren, including twin boys and twin girls and love watching them all grow up! 💕

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      ❤️❤️

  • @joanneabel7240
    @joanneabel7240 7 днів тому +3

    Tara, you’ll have loads and loads and loads of space and fill it you will!!
    So sweet to see the boys little faces in the treehouse. I can see a time in the future where they want to have a sleepover in there! I hope you are still vlogging when that happens. 💙🇦🇺🥰

  • @marymagnuson7275
    @marymagnuson7275 5 днів тому

    You made me smile with your advertisement of hayday. I started playing maybe 10 years ago with my daughter and granddaughter. They are no longer playing but the younger grandkids play with me a little since screen time is rationed. I remember being serious with growing my farm then using all my carrots and calling my daughter in a panic, " sell me some carrots!"
    Your real farm is a wonder. I've been with you since you bought it since I love houses. I've been with you in agony with your various water problems. ❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  4 дні тому

      Thanks Mary! ❤️❤️

  • @madalenagoncalves657
    @madalenagoncalves657 4 дні тому +1

    I just can't wait to see your new house completed!! My dear dad who passed away last July was an excellent building construtor! He built several "Spanish houses" when que loved in Durban (S.Africa) and was very successful. That is why I love seeing houses beeing built! ❤ Your house is going to be a beautiful one!🙏

  • @johnmelissaziech6207
    @johnmelissaziech6207 7 днів тому +4

    Busy days at the farm! The steps are beautiful.

  • @fionamaclean7948
    @fionamaclean7948 7 днів тому +3

    The planting you're planning to do along the stairs will soften the sharp edges of the stairs

  • @mingusmaines2438
    @mingusmaines2438 5 днів тому

    Tara & John: The rock stairs look amazing. I think you will be pleasantly surprised at how fast they will retreat into the landscape with a few seasons of rain, leaf litter, lichens and moss, so please don't be disappointed. I think it beautiful. You can also try that technique we use on garden pots---get a big tub of yogurt and a paint brush and slather it on! In no time you'll have some greens and blues and pale whites creeping along the surface of the stones. What a lovely place your farm is growing into.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  4 дні тому

      Thank you ❤️🙏🙏

  • @jeanmitchell515
    @jeanmitchell515 7 днів тому +2

    It's great seeing all the workmen pulling together. The house is growing so fast and so are your lovely little boys. X

  • @jeanengley3736
    @jeanengley3736 7 днів тому +14

    Tara! your boys just make me melt, Sawyer is growing so fast and he's adorable, Crusoe is a real mini John 🤗 your house is coming along really well, I love watching all of your episodes xx

  • @Helen78SouthAfrica
    @Helen78SouthAfrica 7 днів тому +5

    Ok now can’t wait till. Sunday 🌞sweeties ☝️🤗♥️🤗

  • @antonioencarnacao708
    @antonioencarnacao708 7 днів тому +3

    The staircase looks beautiful. And the location is perfect.
    Can’t wait to see how the stair lights will look.

  • @wendistanley2849
    @wendistanley2849 7 днів тому +4

    Love watching the progress on your farm ❤️ You guys are knocking it out of the park. Thank you for letting us be part of the journey!

  • @angieabraham5690
    @angieabraham5690 7 днів тому +4

    I love the way those stairs are turning out. I love the structured, very squared off look. Gives it character and it integrates beautifully with the wall. Mario and team are fabulous. Well done. Looking fwd to seeing the bio pool come along.❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      Great to hear you love how it looks Angie! Thanks so much for watching

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 7 днів тому +2

    Sawyer's comment about the digger is hilarious, smart, and considerate of Crusoe's time in the digger.
    It is exciting to see work progressing. ❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      He only wants to go when he is high up ❤️❤️

  • @rickjackson2256
    @rickjackson2256 7 днів тому +9

    We love Sawyers response about going in the digger. When I get bigger mom. So precious. He's looking more like Crusoe each video we see. We don't see much of the tree house. Glad the kids still use it. A lot of discussion was spent on the staircase. Hopefully everyone is going to be happy with the end result.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +4

      When he’s high up like Crusoe. So sweet! The boys absolutely love the tree house and spend quite a lot of time there during the day. Thanks so much for watching Rick 🙌🏼

  • @deniereynolds6119
    @deniereynolds6119 7 днів тому +4

    I’m so excited to see all the landscaping and hard scape g taking place. It’s like watching an agricultural/architectural project come together. My passions. I have to tell you when my husband and I restored a 100 year home. Sometimes when things didn’t work out as I’d envisioned, I struggled with that and then it turned out to be a blessing. 🤷‍♀️ I don’t know if that is true for you; but sometimes acceptance helps. I’d probably stick solar lights on the steps so you don’t have to drill into granite and mess with electrical wiring when the water rushed down those steps. I love you all and of course Sawyer is so fun for me to watch coming into his own little self. I’m so excited to see the biopool like Julie’s come to fruition. ❤❤❤❤

  • @paddyreck2818
    @paddyreck2818 7 днів тому +2

    I can see John’s vision for the wall of the steps and I think Mario is right about it structurally, and I think John’s vision will come true in time when the wall settles in and stuff starts to grow on and between the rocks. In a while it will look like it’s always been there.❤

  • @EmyCarlan
    @EmyCarlan 7 днів тому +1

    Hey guys, good luck with the bio-pool! Looking forward to seeing how it turns out. Also, give a big kiss to Sawyer, every time I see him, he lights up my day!

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      Thanks so much friend 🙏🏼❤️

  • @Jelontass
    @Jelontass 7 днів тому +8

    Things going fast forward. And Sawyer is a wise little man who wants to grow 🥰 I think the sidewalls of the stair is going to be really nice. A modern twist into the old stone. Keep on crating fab stuff 👏🏻

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      Thanks friend. I’m sure John will make it look beautiful. Appreciate your support 🙏🏼🙌🏼

    • @SueWilson-wl7lr
      @SueWilson-wl7lr 7 днів тому +1

      ​@@TheNewbyscoat it in natural yoghurt it will help it green and look older

  • @nanoresmith2697
    @nanoresmith2697 6 днів тому +2

    Oh my! Sawyer you just made my day 🥹 That was beyond precious ✨️ Hugs for two handsome Boys 🤗🤗

  • @carolwhittington
    @carolwhittington 6 днів тому +1

    I just love sawyers little pink nose. I could cuddle him up ❤ such a sweetie. Loving the videos as always. Looking forward to seeing progress.

  • @Murphster57
    @Murphster57 7 днів тому +3

    How cute was sawyer explaining about the digger,lovely boys they are a credit to you both ❤❤

  • @michelleblandine
    @michelleblandine 7 днів тому +3

    Great progress guys 🎉🎉🎉 those of us who have been here from the beginning know how Sawyer always says no to going into the digger 😊 even when he didn't know how to talk he just shook his beautiful locks 😊 the stairs will turn out great John ❤

  • @Sgckn226
    @Sgckn226 6 днів тому +2

    Oh my gosh Sawyers vocabulary is expanding to quickly, how cute they both are. I love the hats too!

  • @countrybobbins2498
    @countrybobbins2498 7 днів тому +8

    Loving the new stairs, and after they go abit green and weathered they will blend in abit better with the old walls.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      That’s true friend

    • @yvonnebailey9973
      @yvonnebailey9973 7 днів тому

      I agree they will soon blend in. And they will be safer. Plants will also help.😊​@@TheNewbys

  • @yvonnebirch6026
    @yvonnebirch6026 7 днів тому +3

    Wow, things are happening at the farm. Sawyer is such a good communicator . I love your choice of music Tara and how you sneaked that snail in made me smile. Great episode ! ❤❤❤❤ oh dear. How did these bugs get in ?

  • @carolenault9147
    @carolenault9147 7 днів тому +9

    John you will soften the hard edges with flowers and plants no doubt. It looks amazing so far.

  • @NancyDore-cq3pe
    @NancyDore-cq3pe 7 днів тому +3

    Love Crusoe’s hands in his pockets. ♥️😊

  • @Helen78SouthAfrica
    @Helen78SouthAfrica 7 днів тому +4

    Morning Newbys sunshine what are we up today ☝️🫂☝️

  • @bettybryson9637
    @bettybryson9637 7 днів тому +2

    Thanks for showing us a shot of the boys in their tree house! 😊

  • @joandonnelly9187
    @joandonnelly9187 6 днів тому

    Good idea to have the felt going over the wall of the biopool and I hope the liner will as well, before the backfilling, so they will both will be held fast in place by the soil, so they can never move. Sawyer's vocabulary has improved so much for his age. I think he's even ahead of Crusoe's at that age. So cute when he explained when he'll be ready for the digger. All projects moving along really well.

  • @kristinmcclary7194
    @kristinmcclary7194 6 днів тому

    Don't worry about the wall, let the boys paint some mud on it (based on some past videos they do love the mud) and shove some moss in the cracks and it will blend right in. Then John adds beautiful plants and flowers to cascade down the sides along with the very important lights. It will be a masterpiece.

  • @gretethornschristiansen1309
    @gretethornschristiansen1309 7 днів тому +5

    The stonesteps will blend in if you encourage moss to grow on them 💚

  • @melissaworth4961
    @melissaworth4961 7 днів тому +8

    Gosh Sawyer is cute. I'm a big fan. Please give him a biscuit from me - I especially like his business-like approach to nutrition.

  • @hettybergwerff881
    @hettybergwerff881 5 днів тому

    I really like the new straight wall flowing into the old wall. Past and future coming together.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  5 днів тому

      So true Hetty! ❤️❤️

  • @njanderson4342
    @njanderson4342 7 днів тому +8

    You can chip any sharp edges you don't like off the new stones.

  • @kellysoles7766
    @kellysoles7766 7 днів тому +1

    I love the idea of making that terrace a guest terrace. Like a small pool house with guest accommodations surrounded by some naturalized gardens and fruit trees. With the pond there, it will be the perfect spot to attract lots of wildlife to enjoy, too.🐇🦊🦋🐸🐝🐢🦎🐌

  • @51marshmellow
    @51marshmellow 7 днів тому +5

    So exciting to see so much progress at the same time keeping 🤞🏼🤞🏼that there are no big hiccups re the liner coming up. Hugs to all the Newbys ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      Thanks friend. Let’s hope we can install it soon 🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @KathyH13
    @KathyH13 4 дні тому

    That's wonderful. Today & yesterday... a beautiful wall

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina 7 днів тому +3

    Aw seeing the boys in their tree house for the first time is so sweet. Going great guns all over the farm. Well done all busy bees.

  • @barriegannon
    @barriegannon 7 днів тому +5

    Those steps will weather in just great I’m sure 👍🏻

  • @mika72.-Bois
    @mika72.-Bois 3 дні тому

    I think with the stairs to the terrrace, when you put some plants there at each side; it will soften the angular look.
    And lessen the contrast of the different colours & shape of the rocks in the existing walls and the slabs going up the stairs.

  • @Mabbi54
    @Mabbi54 7 днів тому +14

    I don't mind the fresh new granite of the stairs. Those new blocks have enough character to keep them from looking artificial and they seem to blend in just fine with the old wall.
    Always enjoy your videos and especially now with so many exciting projects. Thanks for keeping us posted!

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      Thanks so much for watching friend ❤️🙏🏼😃

  • @AnjaDesign117
    @AnjaDesign117 6 днів тому

    Oh my well lets hope you have enough time to get that pool ready for more rain. Loved all the
    progress made in such a short time. Even the house is going up fast. See you Sunday. Much love.

  • @xxwillowpinkxx9901
    @xxwillowpinkxx9901 7 днів тому +7

    I just wanted to say, I appreciate you, for always replying to my comments. Thank you so much. I wondered though, how long does it take you to go through them all and reply 🥰

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +3

      Hi friend, thank you for all the support. We try our best to like every comment on our videos, we want everyone here to feel heard and loved because we genuinely do appreciate each and every comment ❤️❤️

    • @xxwillowpinkxx9901
      @xxwillowpinkxx9901 7 днів тому +3

      @TheNewbys You definitely accomplish that 🥰

  • @jilllangman9343
    @jilllangman9343 7 днів тому +1

    Gosh, it’s all happening! What a lot of clearing has been done! It looks like a different property. History in the making. It was lovely seeing Sawyer watching safely from the balcony on his cubby house. This must seem like so much chaos to him. And suddenly my visit is over.
    Warm hugs to you all and may everything go smoothly for you this week. I’m preparing for a heatwave here and the helicopters hover overhead daily ,fire spotting. I so hope you have made provision for a safe place to shelter in case of massive fires. 🌈🏠🙏🏼🇦🇺

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      It is all happening Jill!

  • @MargueriteRizzo-e8l
    @MargueriteRizzo-e8l 7 днів тому +3

    Stones on steps are beautiful, and functional. Once you soften the edges with plants and moss, colors will come out they will be gorgeous.

  • @marialia2817
    @marialia2817 6 днів тому

    I love watching your family progress.John think of various lengths of plastic light rope you can use along the steps leading to the bio pool. I love incorporating rope lights in my home projects. They create such an attractive atmosphere.

  • @petgranny194
    @petgranny194 7 днів тому +2

    Sawyer is a smart cautious boy! Hope that pond liner went in easily.

  • @BellasBigAdventures
    @BellasBigAdventures 6 днів тому

    I think you can blend those new steps to more of your original vision with some plants and maybe chipping away the edges with a chisel to soften the edges without impacting the structure. The colour difference may also be making it more obvious. I know in gardening people often recommend painting pots or rocks with yoghurt to encourage moss etc. it will weather soon and the guys have done an amazing job. Sue x

  • @rhondallyons9842
    @rhondallyons9842 7 днів тому +1

    Sawyer is so so cute! I love your sweater, Tara❤❤❤ Yay, the biopool!!! If the linear rocks on the side were chiseled around their square edges it could have more interest like what you are wanting. Maybe???
    I sure hope the liner and everything with it are all still good! Hey! You left us hanging! 😜

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      Great idea for the rocks Rhonda, thanks friend!

  • @judymcgovern8454
    @judymcgovern8454 5 днів тому

    Yeah digger day.. Aww Sawyer, you are just such a sweetheart and so clever ❤. Such a busy day, the guys working away on the new house, the steps look great, the bio pool is coming on really well and obi is busy keeping a check on the chickens 😂. Have to say the removal of the trees was the best thing, the view from the house are going to be epic xx

  • @matt.teufel
    @matt.teufel 6 днів тому +1

    Watching your videos always brings me such joy. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

  • @kimberleyking1289
    @kimberleyking1289 5 днів тому

    Oh my heart! Sawyer saying he wants to ride in the digger but only when he's bigger like Crusoe was utterly precious 🥰💕
    Knowing John, he will come up with an even better way to put those lights in and, by the time the staircase is completed, it will be softened by the planting and so on around it that it will not look anywhere near as oblong-y as it does at this building stage 💡🌻🌷🌱🪴🌹🌺
    😬The pond liner pile! 🐌🐜🐜🐜🐜🐜🐌 I wish you the very best of British in evicting all of them... At least it wasn't spidery though *shudder * 😱🕸🕷🕸🕷🕸😵‍💫
    *Hugs * to you all! xx

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  5 днів тому

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @atnelilefraros1828
    @atnelilefraros1828 6 днів тому

    😊😊❤❤i love that you try to tell us how s going in the house, and then speaking portuguese/spanish Word. Well done ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Linda-zi1ds
    @Linda-zi1ds 7 днів тому +2

    The area around the biopool is really starting to look good. Maybe Brady can chisel some of the sharp edges off the stone wall so it blends a bit better and is a smidge closer to your vision. I agree that the rounder boulders would have looked better but also trust Mario's advice. Maybe if John could get some bits of moss to grow on the wall (not the steps of course) it might soften the look a bit more also.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому +1

      That’s a good idea Linda!

  • @andijkema-lenaerts8700
    @andijkema-lenaerts8700 7 днів тому +4

    You can ease the new in to the old wall with moss and ferns. You can blend yoghurt with moss in the blender and smear it on the stones so some kind of moss layer will start to grow on your new stones. You can research this method. Safety is more important than looks.
    Sorry for my bad English. I'm a Dutch speaker.

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the tips friend, we love hearing from you! Your English is great ❤️🙏🏼

    • @andijkema-lenaerts8700
      @andijkema-lenaerts8700 7 днів тому

      ​@@TheNewbysyou're welcome! I'm a garden nerd so you will be hearing more from me in the future.😉 Plants and garden design is where I live my creativity. So much fun!😊

    • @MadMorti
      @MadMorti 7 днів тому

      I was checking the comments to see if someone had suggested this yet and am not disappointed 🥰👌🏻 this really does work

  • @ziskabrits618
    @ziskabrits618 7 днів тому +4

    Epic 👏✋🏻 Cannot wait for the day that I can say… Tara and John… do you remember 😅 Fantastic work ! Those steps will for sure make an entrance once settled ! Love you ❤️🕊❤️

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      Thanks so much Ziska, we can’t wait for that day too. Sending you lots of love friend. Thank you for being here 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @kattygabby3519
    @kattygabby3519 7 днів тому +6

    Hey there Newbys! Sawyer's wisdom is awesome!! 😊💯👍🏼😊💯👍🏼🌹

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  7 днів тому

      Thanks Katty ❤️❤️

  • @anthonystevens749
    @anthonystevens749 6 днів тому +1

    Tara - "concrete", not once but *twice*, I'm so proud of you! 🤣🤣 But seriously, with parents who daily model what it looks like to be inquisitive and constantly learning, no wonder the boys are so great! 😎

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому

      😂😂 thanks Anthony

  • @joywhitley3141
    @joywhitley3141 6 днів тому

    Put the lights in the space between the stones for the stairs. 😊❤

  • @marietjejansen
    @marietjejansen 7 днів тому

    I agree that the wall will look straight, but maybe if you put a rounded rock at the beginning of the steps it will soften the look? And indeed a lot of mass that against it, so safety first off course. I am sure you make it beautiful with plants and flowers and light. I look forward to see the progress on the biopool!

  • @theresaniemann3899
    @theresaniemann3899 7 днів тому +1

    Very interesting to watch. So much to see and understand. Good luck with all the projects

  • @selenagardiner3038
    @selenagardiner3038 7 днів тому +1

    The staircase looks amazing and yes the structure needs to be sound. However if you can plant some hanging plants down the new wall it will soften it and look beautiful

  • @Trish088
    @Trish088 7 днів тому +2

    So much going on today at the Newbys that it reminds me of your worker bees! 🐝🐝So exciting! Sawyer's vocabulary and sentence structure is growing by leaps and bounds! Love seeing his sweet personality coming out and watching him interact with "cool" (hands in pockets) big brother Crusoe! 💙💙

    • @TheNewbys
      @TheNewbys  6 днів тому +1

      Love this comparison Trish!

  • @bettyvann5499
    @bettyvann5499 7 днів тому +1

    I just love your boys. Especially Sawyer right now......he is coming into his own little personality! PRECIOUS!

  • @joannemazza1657
    @joannemazza1657 7 днів тому +1

    Great Wednesday to you all Newby family and workers on the farm, great to see you advancing in your projects day by day. Yes, we see the foundations of the Big House done and the last steps to the base of the bio pool. Should be swimming this summer in your pool Tara, for sure. Nice woollen tuques John and Sawyer, both children growing cuter everyday. Sawyer, high up, high up, high up with certainty in a few months will be going in the digger with Mario. Great to see things being assuredly constructed. Chickens look happy, Obi going around them. Sure your bees are resting and getting reading for spring blooms. Cheers.🙏💖🥰👱👱🐶🏘️🏡🇵🇹

  • @merry6117
    @merry6117 7 днів тому +2

    Sawyer is just the most precious little boy!