Quitting the Rat Race - A Day in My Life
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- Опубліковано 25 лис 2024
- This video follows a typical day in my life on a smallholding in the west of Ireland, with pigs, chickens, ducks, rabbits, cats and a crazy border collie called Moss. There'll be gardening, cooking with home-grown produce, restoration work, and lots of hungry animals to feed. Oh, and not forgetting the inception moment!
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This guy has it worked out. Simple life. Simple pleasures. Happy life...
Interesting how viewpoints vary. I think Daniel's life looks extremely complex.
@@ChrisChanningChannel indeed, the amount of things he accomplishes and plans each day does make his life not simple at all, but he seems to enjoy its pleasures and make him happy.
@@user-qf3lq4zj8g like everything there will be a good deal of problems and problem solving ... making the life you always wanted doesn't eradicate that or stop you finding hidden blocks, while you also find gold dust unexpectedly ... I know what you mean when you say it's a life of simple joys'. It seems it's a life of very great depth and satisfaction. xx :_))
@@user-qf3lq4zj8g simple living is relative. Some think spending hours behind a playstation is the way to live simple. Others think its a waste of time. Its all relative.
you can too
One of the most self regulated and decent human being ever. The world would be a better place with more folks like Daniel.
Maybe, but one may also seem self-regulated, when there is no stress and one is well enough and happy, - or pretending, hiding the struggle and state.
@Georg Tolstoj Hello, It is not cynical and not just a way of looking at it, but experience and truth. I am not in the least negating that it may be true about this video-maker and I have thought the same myself, that he may be. I had myself in mind. People ca´n think i am regulated without it being true. And i am not sure ppl even know what (self-)regulation even really is/means.
There’s so much to admire about you & your lifestyle. Your animal husbandry in particular, is phenomenal. The way you make adjustments to add quality of life for your livestock, based upon their individual personalities & behaviors, makes my heart extra happy. 🖤🤗 Thank you for sharing your piece of heaven, & inspiring a better world.
Love, health and happiness to all of you from hot and rainy Florida.
Animal husbandry is being done exactly as it should be. It's so wonderful to see it being done correctly.
This is exactly what I was thinking during this video and thinking "How on Earth will I put my thoughts into coherent words (and in English!)?". Thank you, Casey. And huge thanks to Daniel for sharing his life.
@ Deborah Beynon
Are you looking at the same video?
That rabbit tractor is horrible. Its barely the size of a pet rabbit cage /hutch and those are now illegal as permanent housing in many places ( for pet rabbits anyway).
Rabbits need to be able to run (or at least hop forward some distance ), and there was only a single rabbit in each one too , which is just cruel and illegal in several countries also.
Again, for pet rabbits (whose welfare is marginally more regulated than farmed rabbits’) but they are still all treated like they are somehow largely immobile and stupid.
These “lawn mower” rabbits are kept in way too small housing, can’t exercise and are without a partner. They are NOT being kept very well by any standard!
It’s barely better than those super cruel traditional hutches.
If you wouldn’t keep a cat or dog of the same size in it, then you shouldn’t keep a rabbit in it.
These rabbits are kept at the lowest level (aka cruel) of pet rabbit conditions and certainly not especially well or species appropriate . None of their needs are met properly.
If they were pet rabbits it would be considered cruel and inadequate (and the same applies to any other kind of rabbit) .
Please educate yourself before you praise objectively inadequate and cruel (loneliness etc. ) treatment of animals.
@@heresjohnny602 the corporations aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Why not use them for something positive? Inspiring change, thoughtfulness, kindness, gentleness. Or use the platform for leaving snarky comments that try to tear others down, whatever floats your boat I suppose.
Introverts are so interesting and creative because in part they are their own best company with a rich inner world and they don't cast their pearls to the swine. So glad I found your channel. From a part Irish old woman in America.
Well said and you might enjoy this other channel "Danu's Irish Herb Garden" ua-cam.com/users/DanusIrishHerbGardenvideos . Also this old documentary on an Irish woman Margaret Gallagher's life, which is fascinating! ua-cam.com/video/lRL9iIN3R8s/v-deo.html
This guy is living the dream life. His videos are the best works of art I have ever seen. All I can say is wonderful work. Amazing
Having grown up on a small farm in southern Illinois in the US, I can say I miss living a rural life. Hubby is a city boy, and has never lived that life. He has no idea of the benefits. The advances in agricultural and environmental technology has really made rural life of even greater appeal. Thank you for sharing yours.
Ohh!I am still love in with you even though i'm a manly man from Hungary.😁Since i found your channel about 1 year ago every single night i have fallen asleep listening to your videos.There is something in your voice and personality which makes me feel good and relaxed.I can't thank you enough for that.You have literally helped me not kill myself while i am watching my father dying slowly.I'm writing this at 23.46 and i am going to fall asleep listening to you.❤
Hang in there. I just lost my mother, after caring for her for 4 years. I know what you're going through.
I have been doing these are things for my grandma, then my stepfather, then grandpa, then my next younger brother, then my baby brother (16 years younger than myself) and lastly my mother. So, now I can move away and start my own homestead.
"There is something in your voice and personality which makes me feel good and relaxed." Absolutely! Stay good Istvan. Life is full of wonder and promise, just let the smoke clear a little.
I hope you are OK Istvan
@@1Jason hold on
Daniel, watching you change even physically over the years has been so amazing. It's like watching someone find themselves; which likely most of us, at least myself haven't yet. Being with animals without killing them; growing food in a beautiful setting. Wow. You show it can be (and should be) done. You are the true homesteader. God smiles when he gazes upon you.
What lovely comments!
Stephanie: Over the years, - has he been there longer than 2 years? Do you know how to watch his videos from start chronologically?
I wouldn't think it wrong if he slaughtered some for food, do you? Compared to evil farm factories...
@@Medietos In my opinion killing is wrong, doesn't matter if it's done by a machine or by a human, even if it's a nice human....
@@SirThomasJames Yes, but don't you make any distinction as for how and for what intention, and how the animal has been treated and lived? I was angry at a well-fed loose dog in a villa area that deadly bit a hare just for fun.it was cold with deep snow, the hare probably couldn't escape hopping away. A hungry fox would have been OK.
@@Medietos Yes, I get that and would agree. But as humans, we don't need meat to survive, so any killing is basically for "fun", i.e. for good taste. (Except for people in areas where they can't get enough plant foods, like the inuit). Either way, for the animal it doesn't matter, it's a living creature that does not want to die... If you kill it, that's wrong in my opinion
Who else drops everything for Mossy Bottom? This weekend is already awesome! Thank you for sharing.
I do. My favourite channel
Me!
And me usually 🤭
New to this amazing vlog - just know it is going to be wonderful to drop in!
Me, definitely!
You are such a kind, gentle and loving Soul. I always enjoy getting a peek at your piece of Heaven. Continued blessings to you and all your non human animal companions, they are all darling.
As if I couldn't envy your life more! This video was glorious! I am slowly moving towards a life like yours. I have an allotment and a back garden full of vegetables (including delicious perpetual spinach per your recommendation) and I recently adopted four ex-battery hens from Littlehill Animal Sanctuary here in Ireland. I'll be adopting three more at the beginning of August because I'm just in love with them. Watching them grow back their feathers and peck worms out of the soil for the first time has been such a joy. I'm only 22, but I'm aiming to save enough money to one day buy a little plot somewhere in the countryside and follow in your footsteps. It really is a tragedy that we don't encourage this sort of a life more as a culture. Thank you as always for sharing!!
@@heresjohnny602 Today I had a lunch of fried potatoes, fresh spinach and poached eggs, all produced from my own back garden. I never would've known this sort of life was possible if it weren't for Daniel and his videos. His whole Patreon is available for €2 a month. "Moocher". LOL!
@@heresjohnny602 who hurt you lol
@@heresjohnny602 I am a bit surprised to see the dark triad of personality at work in the comments for something so wholesome. But I guess, this like cabbage leaves to some pest.
@@heresjohnny602 There's been psychological studies about people who behave like you online. And yes, you are more likely to have this Dark Triad personality. And the "Stick like you like glue" you just did there wasn't exactly helping dissuade me from thinking this. But it is what it is. I probably won't read anything you answer. Have fun trying to think of insults though.
@@heresjohnny602 "think before you speak next time" maybe follow your own advice?? You're beyond pathetic.... I've seen hundreds like you, you genuinely bring nothing to the table, and try to cover up you're own worthlessness by pretending to be something you're not and/or having """hidden info""" that the rest of the world has never seen, good thing its a developmental phase and you'll grow out of it, otherwise I would feel bad for you and attempt to manipulate you out of your own self-induced helplessness...
Having just stumbled on this channel, I have to say how delightful it is listening to how you speak and describe your life. I was especially impressed with the way you described how you find personal happiness in the small tasks you undertake while incrementally working towards your bigger goals. The simplicity in this is something that will help so many people find more contentment in their lives.
So adorable watching you tuck all the “kids” in for the night. You treat them all so lovingly, and it couldn’t be any other way considering the wonderful life they are giving you.
I really appreciate the nice, slow, thoughtful cadence that you use with your words. Your videos are very relaxing and also I get to learn things. I manage a fairly large home garden and do building/renovation work myself, and I really enjoy the lifestyle. It is nice to see another variation. Some of the videos also remind me of the 6 months that my wife and I spent in Ireland last year while my wife was on a short-term work assignment. The environment is so interesting. Thank you for the time that you spend making these videos; they really add value to my life.
I am unbelievably jealous, well I’m already saving hard and working a good job at 18 so hopefully one day this lifestyle will be a reality.
I have been growing vegetables for over 10 years already on my allotments…
Good for you, AJ....you will get there!
That's awesome! Hoping to raise my daughter growing her own too! We've just been approved for an allotment and she's 9 months so we can get started. I'm 25 and have never grown more than a sunflower so it'll be a huge learning curve!
@@SamWest96 haha that’s brilliant, honestly growing food is amazing and I improve every year.
The best thing is to not over complicate things, and to make sure the ground is nice and clear👍🏻
@ AJ DEXTER it sounds like you are very dedicated by what you have stated. I think you will make your dreams come true very soon. Good luck to you.
@@denisewilson8367 I hope so, I don’t want material things I want ducks and a 2 acre homestead...
Unfortunately it’s buying the land
In the first place but we work and save.
Truly inspiring. I think in years to come there will be a big split, some will choose technology an others will choose this way of life. There is no doubt about which life we were meant to live.
"Worrier by nature " I find a great affinity in how you express yourself and in what you do practically, in your courage and strengh Beautful stones, I'm sure the cottage will return to it's original beauty in your hands . Buona sorte ! From the south of Italy , Wish we had your rain too.
Ducko 😂🙈 love it!
You’re one in a million Daniel.......don’t ever change. The care you give your animals says everything about you x
Ps, you do a great job with your videos 👌 keep it real 😉
This is a wonderful life to live surrounded by animals..to top it off to have the genuine true love of a dog..can’t wait to see your cottage completed..your perseverance is paying off..lovely to watch.
@@heresjohnny602 I can't answer your question..you're going to have to ask him.
I agree!
@@heresjohnny602 if its the easy life with no perseverance necessary why aren't you in his place?
@@heresjohnny602 you seem way to bitter to be someone who fully escaped. he isnt coercing anyone to do anything so why hate?
@@heresjohnny602 i didnt want to debate you, rather help you look at what you are doing from a neutral angle.your just being bitter but thats ok. i can explain. with your logic a meateater would be morally superior to a vegan, that sometimes still eats animal products since its very hard in this society to not do so. so this dude living on his cottage still clearly has a job as an influencer and he never claims anything else and never said he even had the skills necessary. so again i don't get why you are hating on him and the people supporting him on patreon with really not alot of money. all these communes who do it "the right way" or rather already made it to the finish have all relied on alot of free work and community dedication. and most of all i don't think he would stop making youtube videos if he didnt need the money anymore and there is of course no necessity to quit. i don't think any of these completly off-grid people qould like to be used by you as an argumentative bargaining chip in the youtube comments, shaming someone pretty disengaged from general society but still posting and inspiring others to think in a different direction.
I’m loving the lifestyle seemed so laid back and calm I’m also impressed with the amount of your own food grown 👌👍🏾
To deal with the midges, set up the proper bird houses around your property to make your property attractive to migratory birds like sparrows. A nesting pair of sparrows can eat thousands of midges per day!
Similarly, find out what kind of insect-eating bats are native to the area, and build sleeping/ roosting areas they like.
Your midge problem will be dramatically reduced in time.
Marvellous 👍
Bats are not popular these days😂
@P J Ireland is a popular vacation spot for African birds looking for a safe spot with lots of insects to mate and raise their young. Setting up the perfect house for those breeds will encourage them to choose your yard.
But his cats would get them?
@@okinoboo4743 Not too much, since he feds them in the morning so that they sleep during the day when the birds are the most active.
I respect what this guy is doing very much. Such wise use of resources. For me the big stumbling block would be freedom to travel, or rather lack of freedom to travel on occasion. With so much passion and care going into his place it may be hard to leave under anyone else’s care.
Oh my goodness. This introverted homesteader needed this video and this message! I appreciate your humor and your wisdom.
All you have to do Daniel, is to go back to those first days and see how far you've come! Well done Sir.
I love watching your videos. My husband and I lived in Ireland for 9 years - had a B&B in Williamstown Co. Galway. We moved back because I was missing family in California, now we have 2 beautiful granddaughters and live in San Diego. I miss the solitude of the forest walks we used to take in Cloonfad and Mount Bellew. We had 2 dogs and went for walks most mornings when we lived there. One of our dogs, Saffy, is a greyhound-border collie cross. She is 15 years old and still going strong. I have a few videos on my channel of our time in Ireland - not many but you can check them out if you want. I wish you luck with your animals and your farm.
A day well lived. Thanks for sharing it with us. 💓
Thankyou for all @ Mossy Bottum! Another feast for the eyes and ears! Sweet green eye relief for this drought and heat exhausted central california gardener 🇺🇸 .
Been following you for a couple of years - great to see how well you’re doing. Great work on the farm. Also great story telling. Living in the city is tough these days, so this really gives me inspiration.
You are amazing there is just no other word for you! You radiate peace and joy.
Agree - it radiates from his eyes!
@@heresjohnny602not many taking the time to answer you from a few posts you have commented on here. I will. Basically because I left the rat race, 20 years ago and know what a small holding farm income is all about. Its not reliable but it is a choice.Hard work and rewarding. But I see your concern is with those who 'donate' or whatever these giving platforms are - and those who benefit. That is their choice, in this case - the majority of vlogs is up for all to watch. Its corporate YT but you are here to question the corporate channel ethic- watching as I do. It is a complex issue. Leave You Tube or stay for what you actually enjoy watching. Don't get a grifter vibe from this guy - no "shat too" French mansion rubbish happening here. That gets me grumpy. Pointless lifestyle vids of overbearing people asking for money to restore whatever - LOL moats, stairs, wall paper...actually they give me a laugh. Its obvious. Happy to watch what this guy plants, harvests, makes - its a refreshing change from chandeliers! have a good day, regards N
I agree!
Daniel you are a genuine kind, caring and exceptionally gentle human. What a pleasure to enjoy your videos thank you for sharing. Blessings Always.
Loved this one, it certainly looked a lot of hard work to make, but it's great to have a little window in to your daily doings. As a maker and UA-camr myself , albeit it small fry, I do know and appreciate how much time and energy making videos can take and that's without all the gardening, cooking and animal stuff. Well done! Hope to see more from you soon. Claire x
From the Coorong in south Australia my border collie "Elsie" and I have been following yourself and Moss and thoroughly enjoy your adventures!
Hello from Tassie - so glad I have found this vlog - wonderful!
🤣 I laughed so hard at the out-takes at the end! That Cockerell was hilarious 🐓
Greetings and I trust you know how many of us are living as vicarious homesteaders, with many thanks to you. A piece of our hearts resides in western Ireland.
Having your main meal of the day at lunchtime gives great stamina for the rest of the day. The afternoon slump comes when people eat a quick lunch. I love your life! I’d be doing it in a heartbeat but I’m 67 and live in the desert. 🙁
You’re so right about being present….I also try to do even small things ‘with purpose’, for example, putting the washing out on a lovely warm sunny day; rather than just throwing each piece up whilst thinking about what else I’ve got to do later in the day, I try to be present and really ‘see’ what I’m doing with the pegging out of each piece…..
What a lovely lunch! Such satisfaction to eat what you have produced!
I agree!
Wow Daniel, a big well done to you lad, what a brilliant job you're doing over there, on the west coast, i hope you're really proud of all your hard work and beautiful animals.
Your dream of ditching the rat-race for a wee bit of paradise is happening right in front of our eyes, thank you for sharing your journey with us ☘ 💚 ☘
You've accomplished so much. The best thing is that you're your own boss. Enjoyed the out takes. Keep up the great work with the videos and your life.
This is what life is meant to be lived! You should be very proud of yourself....you achieved what most people can only dream of.
Wonderful. I have found my own Mossy Bottom (at last at age 70!)
I'm 67 and still looking, you are an inspiration!
Only mindset matters not a number.
I'm 60 and I've started looking in another state here in the USA. I no longer like the long cold winters of the north, I'm heading south where there is little to no snow.
❤
Congrats. Hope to get there one day too
You need to see a doctor about that.
Wonderful videos. He is living his life as everyone used to. My father, born in 1917, was from Mayo which was of course then part of the UK. :Ireland seems to be calling to me! Thanks for the inspiring videos. It occurs to me that we can all take at least one or two leaves from your book - maybe given up that expensive holiday or new car? Mike x
I really enjoyed this particular video. It is always nice to see the activities of the day and what your life is really like. Your garden is beautiful and so well laid out. Your animals look content and very healthy. What a good farmer you are!
You are such an inspiration for those who feels lost in the same rat races. I admire your courage and determination👏🏻 I also just love the way you cooperate with animals - a perfect way for humans and animals to live in peace and harmony and help each other rather than just keep them for profit. You said in the one of your latest videos that you didn't approve the ways of modern farming and I totally agree. No idea whether you're vegetarian or not but still this world needs more persons like you. May the Mossy Bottom thrive!
Ahh Daniel, that drone footage at the end showing your wee pocket of heaven, I am so envious, what a dream space! I really enjoyed this video. It shows the hard work involved in keeping a small holding running, especially at this time of year. Lovely to see your progress on the granary, that's going to be a great space. Loved that wee cat sneaking into the chicken house, cheeky wee thing! And the out takes, amazing as always ;D
Reminded me of the Emmerdale credits that bit lol
@@dominicaaaaa5547 Thats exactly what I thought
@@heresjohnny602 Lol ya miserable bugger Johnny he needs a bit of money to live everybody does- nothing wrong with a few ppl donating £5 over patreon. Id donate to him if I had money spare cuz I enjoy his videos.
@@heresjohnny602 well idk he seems a nice bloke and lives a pretty simple life. Lot of people worthy of feeling a bit annoyed at but this guy doesn't seem like one of them. Anyway u r probs just trolling a bit outta boredom Lol so take care and goodnight johnny
@@heresjohnny602 hope u enjoyed the Emmerdale credits bit at least. Nice scenery x
Amazing bumper crop. Love how all the animals are part of the garden's eco-system and are so well looked after, too. :)
You’re just an inspiration, and actually a bit of a spiritual guru without meaning to be! This was so uplifting to watch, thank you very much for making it. I love how you have such a beautiful relationship with all the animals, and you know how to work with their natural behaviours in a symbiotic way. It’s like a way of life that was lost to us, but I think it holds the key to real joy and freedom. I would love to do the same!
You did a great job making this video. I live in northern Tuscany in Italy and live in a borgo which is a hillside stone village that's hundreds of years old, as is my house. First thing I learned when I moved into my stone house was to adjust to my new environment. That included when I would brush against a stone door frame, or even worse, accidentally bump into it. The bruises and scrapes are a reminder that stone is well, just plain unforgiving haha. I was born in England but am Irish by descent and have a very Irish last name. Maybe one day I will travel to Ireland as I've never been. My ancestors are from Mayo and Roscommon mostly. Blessings to you Daniel.
Wonderful!!! So many people would love to trade in their hectic lives for a simpler time, let the world go away and live next to the earth.
Daniel, I just recently discovered you and have watched almost all of your videos already. I really enjoy the videos and what you are doing. This video was indeed one of your best. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Love your dog, too. Larry (Fort Myers, FL USA)
Apparently the cockerel objects to the cat being fed.
Daniel, I love you so much. This was such an all-around delightful vlog. Laughed out loud at the outtakes (“I have two cockerels & only need one.”)-too funny. You’re a good soul.
I love the way you interact with the animals-it’s all so dear. Really enjoyed watching you make your simple but delicious meal (I love poached eggs on toast too & strawberries).
The pointing in what will be your storage & work “shed” was extremely well done!!
I just really loved this “Day In The Life” video. BTW, I bought 2 of your 2021 calendars. I use one & gave the other to my Irish loving daughter who wrote to me the other day to say she loves it so much; I adore mine too of course.
Never knew introverts were worriers but that sure explains a lot about me. Lol. Sending love to Mossy & the naughty cat (didn’t you have 2?-didn’t see the other-oh wait, you said cats-plural & I did see the other later in the back of the land); your cat at the start of the vid looks nearly identical to mine who’s named Dylan Thomas.
Everything on your small holding is looking lush & outstanding.
I don’t think I’m getting all the notifications for your vids. This one is 5 days old & just now came thru my YT feed.
At any rate, be well & stay well.
~Marirose NH USA🌀✌🏼💙
I guarantee every Australian watching this cringed when you pulled your runners out from that log and put them straight on your feet without checking what's inside!
I cringed BIG time, but that comes from having spent 10 years living in Tucson, AZ with scorpions, brown recluse, black widows, fire ants, killer bees, all manner of poisionous snakes, just to name a few!
And lots of Americans! 😬
Yes but the rabbit and chicken pens I think to be fair would stand up to your average python 😀.
Hahaha!
Thats why we've got St.Patrick in Ireland no need to worry about checking out your wellies.😁
Love how you naturally use nature and and animals for the best of your land and happy for their lives as well! Such respect!
Ty kindly
I love this video, I spent large parts of my summers and winters on my grandmothers farm, helping where it was hard for her and then helping her bake for the farmers market. Both my parents grew up on a farm, (although my mother moved away when she was in middle school) so I know and love how fulfilling this life can be as well as how hard it can be, I wouldn't trade it for the world though. This life is the one I dream of, to return to my roots and live in harmony with the earth.
Such an enjoyable video! I'm a bit under the weather at the moment (so frustrating in this glorious weather!) and this video really cheered me up - loved the outtakes at the end, made me laugh out loud and the wisdom in finding joy in life's little victories, not holding out on happiness until x, y or z is achieved. We too have recently moved to the Irish countryside, 100 year old cottage needing a lot of renovation (no idea where or how to start) and an overgrown acre full of promise/overwhelm (depending on my mood) for a productive and biodiverse garden. Thank you for all the inspiration from sharing your life and work and for all the effort that goes in to these really excellent videos!
You've come a long way since when you first started. I love your vlogs and enjoy watching Mossy Bottom growing even further. A lovely paradise that you have going for yourself.
Living the dream!! I know it's hard work but seems so worth it. It's wonderful to see how much you have accomplished. I can see myself in the kitchen preserving the fruits and veg for winter (i love that stuff). But alas, I've noticed you have had some marriage proposals already. 😋
Enjoyed that very much. Lovely to see you tucking all the animals in for the night. It was very hot here in Dublin today, my Irish skin will be crispy tomorrow I'll bet!
Thank you so much for sharing--absolute beautiful. You are so in touch with nature and your animals are adorable. Slainte.
Nice Moomin mug. Brings back childhood memories, and it is also very fitting for your inspirational lifestyle.
Edit: Lovely how you built a trough specifically designed for the pigs, but Fatso should really ease on the ramming!
My goodness you've done a lot! The growing things are not only lush and healthy, but there are other projects that have been going on - so very much work! You remarked that things take longer than expected, and I'm just marveling at how quickly things have progressed! I love that not only is your home functional and productive, but also it's beautiful. All the details that you took the time to make that way. The various animal accommodations (I love the penthouse for G and R!), the paths, the flowers, the greenhouse and layout of the outdoor crops, even your wonderful healthy meal. Bravo!
Good Morning from California! Having morning coffee with you. I tended to cats first too.
Loved this. Be cool to see how a winter day in the life differs. I'm sure the working day is a lot shorter or at least a lot more inside
Another beautiful video! Your philosophies on life, your animals, and nature is a wonderful balance that most humans will never achieve. It would certainly be a much better world if humans had your outlook on life. I don't know how you manage to always look so clean and tidy. Daniel, you and your videos are an absolute delight !! Thank you
Such a great insight into a life being well lived. Working hard but surrounded by calming nature along with Moss and the gang. Having a forest nearby is a wonderful thing.
( I hope Ducko is ok, Im sure hell work it out. )
Hi, how are you? Your place looks gorgeous! ! Lots of hard work! The dog and you are adorable. Big Kiss from Brazil.
LOL your cockerel at the end... that was too funny.
I made weekly videos for about 4 months once. It took about an hour of planning, 3 hours of filming, and then 3 hours of editing to make a skit video anywhere from 4-12 minutes long. Between all the footage you take, figuring out what to keep and what to cut, and how to salvage parts where the audio or video isn't *quite* what you were hoping for, making videos is not as easy as the end product makes it seem. You do an excellent job. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us :)
Amazing video:) Love the chicken coop idea....Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful weekend:)
My goodness, with all the physical work on your land and in the granary, I can’t imagine you need a run as well! What a beautiful forest. You’ve got it all looking so good.
Really grateful you took the time to do this video. Thank you so much, from a very hot (40C) southern Iberia.
Moss on a rock ... priceless!
😂 Thank you for the actual filming and showing ALL of the interactions you have with the animals who are NOT cooperating. I just had the most wonderful laugh to end my day!
I already live a life very similar in USA Maine. we grow our own meat and veggies and have 2 children. God is good.
For myself, the variation in tasks has greatly increased the happy factor. There's no shortage of things to do and even tho my normal is to start a project then soldier on til its done, I find changing my tasks up allows me to feel happy and productive!
Brilliant video. What a paradise you've created. Love the ending outakes.
I don’t know why I keep watching this guy maybe he’s just so gentle sound like a kind person maybe ❤️
i love that you have the cats house above the doghouse. thats a great idea😊
Another wonderful video! Loved it! Your plot and animals look so happy and peaceful. Your soothing voice helps me de-stress a lot! I live in a concrete jungle, and can only imagine your beautiful pastoral lifestyle! Thanks again!😊
Always look forward to seeing you and the animals.
I really like what you say about appreciating things in the present, however small, finding happiness there and letting the future look after itself. Presently, I’m appreciating this inspiring video, the opening shot in the granary with your cat seemingly perched on your shoulder (offering some wisdom perhaps?) and more classic outtakes! Nice one 👍
Lovely to see the ducks, must get 2 myself. I'm lucky to be able to leave the Polly door opens, rabbits haven't found the good stuff yet!
Seeing someone live the simple life, with peace and happiness, the 2 biggest must haves in my life these days, makes me so happy. This is a dream!! It can happen for sure. Awesome stuff thank you!
Loved this video. Made me feel peaceful in a mad world. Thank you.
Greetings from Finland (where the absolutely sweet Moomins that are in your teacup were born). 😊
Ah perfect. Needed something to get me to 5 o'clock.
Your space is neat and tidy, which for me elevates any situation. That inspires me when people care about the appearance of their living quarters.
Your best video to date! It was entertaining and I loved seeing your interaction w the wonderful animals. Thank you.
What a treat to see the grand life you have created! All your animals looks so healthy and happy, they certainly are well-cared for!!! Moss is beautiful 😍
Hilarious ending. For us the viewers anyway. 🤣
I do agree with all the kind and thoughtful comments from such beautiful people; so reassuring and kind. I do admire you for the honest and truthful lifestyle that you have chosen for yourself Daniel. I wish we could be so simple and and thoughtful to ourselves and in so doing we would be creating a happier lifestyle for ourselves and love for our beautiful planet. Continue the great job! I look forward to seeing your videos 👍🏻😊😇
You have made such a success of this. Your garden is brimming with goodness and everything is so tidy. Brilliant! Inspired and envious as to me this is the ideal way to live a life
Thanks Daniel, this is one of your best videos, loved it. Thanks for all the time you take to make them, it's so appreciated. My husband and I love watching your videos together, made our evening. Love from Australia xx
All whose minds are open are learning so much from your videos. Your day routine was interesting, fun, heartwarming. All critters are respected, all plants well-tended. And every time you speak in complete sentences to us, I rejoice! Thank you!
Yes... isn't he such a gentleman. Such great wit, and articulate use of language. He is actually hot now I come to think of it. Did you see how light hearted he was running. What a man!
Love this. I haven't been keeping up with your channel and am absolutely amazed and full of admiration with what you have done at Mossy Bottom.
Couldn't you sell garlic at your roadside market? That is one thing that is easy to keep from day to day if it doesn't sell right off. Doesn't spoil easy. But maybe even working with it would be overpowering...
@Betty Troyer, 😂😂you haven't been paying attention. Almost half Daniels vlog state how much he detests garlic and it will NEVER be something he grows, even to sell.
My grandmother had 2 cows,1 pig,chickens,goat,cats and dog.And she also had huge garden.
Lovely, would love to see a tour of your land and property. How has keeping animals been for you? It seems pretty easy, until they need a visit by the vets!
All your efforts are appreciated from those who follow you at Mossy Bottom..to see your life there is bliss
It gives us insight into your routine the love of animals and what you give back to the land..a footprint like no other..inspiring us to follow..so good to see you again in a place of well being...💕...happy days..😊..love the bloopers..🌳🏤🌲
Loving your commitment, you're not a worrier more like a warrior. Such an ideal life, loving the animals and your work ethics 😊👍
Worrier to warrior - lovely 🤩
Totally charming, real and life affirming..I, too, am an introvert...a need to return to a quiet place is essential...usually my quilting and sewing. I am fortunate to be able to do this...gardening, growing your own food and caring for your surroundings is my key to happiness...as soon as I am exposed to chaos (usually not of my own making) a need to find a "safe" place is essential. Chaos caused by self is more manageable if it is recognize as just this...dealing with it has it's challenges, but at 68, it has become easier...life will always have it's bumps in the road...it's o.k...it's life!!!! LIVE IT...your veg bed is lovely.