OFF GRID AND LOVIN THE CABIN LIFE. With A Channel Update. A Backwoods Living Vlog
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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- In this episode we are back at the off grid cabin where I started making videos. Also, I giving an update on my art and my plans for starting a new How To type channel.
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Frankie was a righteous Dude. He will never be forgotten and his spirit lives on. I know he’s happily awaiting at the Rainbow Bridge for your reunion someday.
Yes indeed Mike :-)
It's always good to see you two living the life that your intended for
Thank you for saying so :-)
@@thebossoftheswamp No thank you for sharing your lives and outback living with us
You’re truly an inspiration.
You leave the ego at the door and promote just being you.
May I be so greedy as to say, I truly hope this isn’t your final chapter.
The world needs people like you (more now than ever).
Cheers from Canada…🥃
Yes,it does feel greedy, I understand how you feel and I agree and we don't take anything for granted now a days. Boss&Lori have been a blessing to say the least.
Thank you for your kind words :-)
@@thebossoftheswamp 😌I can't help but feel a little sad Boss&Lori, but I am grateful for all the times we have shared, good&bad, but I am also thankful to GOD that you will both have this time to enjoy easier times and get out and about enjoying GOD's creation and travel. You definitely deserve to relax&enjoy&just breathe. Love you Boss&Lori&Tildy too!🤗❤️🙏
Pups are the best friends a human can have. They love you unconditionally. They are truly means best friend ❤️
So glad I found you on UA-cam years ago. I admire you and Lori and I along with many others look forward to your videos. We still talk about Frankie and remember how smart he was. Enjoy your lives and God bless you both.
Thank you Patricia. We'll enjoy life as we can and make videos on the rainy days. God Bless. :-)
Great to see the old cabin Boss! Looks great! JC, I don't say this lightly, you've greatly inspired me in many ways as well as provided great entertainment through the years. I really appreciate all that you do for us viewers. Take care.
Amen 🙏 Amen 🙏 to that!!! 🙏🙏🙏🕊
Thank you Smitty. I very much appreciate your comment :-)
I have found at 78 that retirement doesn't mean you quit working. You just work more on what you like to do instead of what you have to do to keep the house and the car lol! Since you own the house and the car, you are now free to roam about the country! Love you and Lori.
Wise words! 😉
So very true my friend. Lori and I are go getters and go in many directions at once but now, surprisingly we are going full circle. In a future video you'll see what I mean. God Bless.
Great to see the NY cabin !!!!!! Hope Lori has recovered from her fall !!!!!!!
She's doing great and wanting more cabin time :-)
I had a Frankie, named Gypsy. When she died it took me a long time to learn how to live without her by my side. I could see the heartache in your demeanor and understood. Gypsy was the smartest, and most loyal dog I ever had the pleasure to be with. It's uncanny how intune they become with you. Border Collies are in a league of their own. God's blessings to you, Lori, and Tildie. :)
I also had a border collie name Mickey, he was my protector and my best friend. It's been 5 years since I lost him. They are very loyal!.
Mine was Sargent. Had to put him down when he was paralyzed by a stroke at 17. Not a day goes by that I don't miss him.
I couldn't agree more. They're in a league of their own for sure :-))
@@thebossoftheswamp Border Collies are intelligent, which is why they have been used as sheepdogs for centuries and there are many still used as sheep dogs here in Shetland.
@@Jaynes-Path strokes are what have taken out my shelties. 17 seems to be the year they go...
You know what I realized seeing you at the cabin? All of these years watching your videos are my memories too. Thank you.
It's garden season 🎉
Yessah :-)
Was great to see NY cabin, when I discovered you and your channel, that is where it began for me viewing your cabin life. And Frankie. That was many years back Boss, good years. Will be viewing when you see the time to put a video up, enjoy yourselves, it is gardening time for me here in South New Jersey, I have a cabin/shed I work out of on my acre and a quarter, nothing like yours, but it’s mine !!!!, take care Boss and Laurie and Tildy………,,,.
JC & L… It’s been four weeks, but hey, I get it!
I hope you two are enjoying yourselves (no doubt), and that you’re both renewed in Spirit, Mind & Body! That your adventures together, and travels show you new paths to explore & consider. Perhaps you’ll find a new home, make new friends, or rekindled old ones. Happiness is found in friendships, in helping others, in discovery, and in new challenges. God Bless
Thank you kindly. We just got back from our 4th trip to the cabin in the last 5 weeks. Lots of fun and we have new news to share.
Ah. New York New York
The cabin that brings me back to simplicity.
That cabin
Oh that cabin
RIP. Frankie
When I was 10, my grandfather began sharing his knowledge with me. He was in his 60s. Boss, I see that happening with you now. It's a good thing. Mentoring, tutoring, teaching. And you're dang good at it. Use this time in your life wisely. Teach drawing as well.
Enjoy your time. Life is good. Your happiness is important. Until next time...
So many things to say, Boss, but the only one that matters is Thank You.
Blessings to all.
Thank you Ken :-)
Let's not forget the Christmas videos done from that cabin. I've re-watched them several times. The doggie duck jerky that tasted like @$$ always gave me a laugh.
It's been an enjoyable ride, thanks for sharing it.
Lots of how-to's, like how to trap and skin; dress a deer; how to bake lasagna! How to gather firewood with a border collie!
❤️
Cya Boss&Lori&Tildy too! GOD bless you&keep you safe on your journey. 🤗❤️🙏
Life is too short! Enjoy life together!
Since this is y’all’s last spree, make sure you choose what works best for both of you. Nothing is promised and life can take a turn at any moment. God bless.
I'm 61 you got to have fun , have a good time , enjoy the new rhythm of life .
Just love your vlogs just great 👏🏻
Thank you Nigel :-)
Great Update There, Boss ! Can't Wait For The New Channel Debut ! Prayers For All There ! ATB T God Bless
A good Dog is the best friend a man could ever have especially when it gets you a beer from a cooler or the fridge is a friend not a pet RIP Frankie 👍😞
I wish more people were like you...the world would be a better place. God bless.
Thank you for saying so :-)
Going back to basics videos is a great idea. One day I hope that the next generation will utilise what info we pass along.🙏
God Bless you Two...Proverbs 3: 3-7
Whatever ya do, KEEP that NY cabin! It'll be a fantastic place to spend summers to escape the heat if you're in the south!! Many memories in that place and built with your own hands!!!
Thanks Boss. Glad you still play Frankie and the Boss at the end, what a great song for a great dog! Always warms my heart to hear that song, please thank the guys that wrote and sing it, so priceless!
Thank you. I just posted a vid with a lot of his footage in it. I miss that dog something awful.
62 and I've cut my work load in half. Lots more camping and backpacking happening. Lots more spending time around the homestead enjoying the fruits of our labor. Smelling and enjoying the coffee every morning.
See you when I see you, Boss.....enjoy your spring/summer/fall....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tom
We think alike Tom. Enjoy it while you can.
Reminds me of Franky! Miss that smart dog. Love the channel.
Frankies spirit will always be with you, where ever you go. Love never dies. He's just on a different plane. He's there with you boss. Good to see you Angel from The Bay Area, sunny California
Thank you :-)
Awwww Frankie - we miss you too. He was special.
Frankie was never far from you. I’m sure his spirit will always be near also
Have fun Boss! It was great seeing you and getting caught up. Rest assured that Frankie is with you in spirit no matter where you go. God Bless.
From all the videos I seen the New York cabin is my pick of the two
WOW! Hard to believe I’ve been watching your channel this long. Thanks for sharing with us and bringing us along.
We will see you when we see you, God bless.
I remember when you built the corduroy road and Frankie was such a good boy sitting in the side-by-side while you were running the Kubota. My goodness, where does the time go.
It's flying by and that's why we're making the changes to enjoy it while we can.
5:41 Kept looking to see if the dutch oven was sitting on coals. Enjoy your days, months and years together.
I watched this video late last night , but now commenting this morning. Needed all night to think about my comment. Just kidding. Lol First off I am very thankful to be given a chance to know you. ( as much as you can know someone via internet ) Lol You made me realize how good people can be. I love your interaction with the birds. And your dogs. I’ve learned quite a lot from all your videos. I’ve never heard of someone fulfilling so many dreams like you have. From such a young age. Very inspiring ! You are right about life going fast. I will be 59 this year ! I think back when you are young and you wish time away. Enjoy your golden years Boss. Enjoy freedom while we still have some. God bless you and keep you my friend :)
Thank you for your heartfelt comment Karin and many blessings to you and yours :-))
We Miss Frankie Too😢 We Love Y'all and ALL of your videos Brother. I am a Very Proud Patreon Member from the start ❤🙏🏻God Bless You & Lori & Tildy❤❤❤
Have been following your channel for a long time, have watched every single video some multiple times.. have learned so much not only hands on stuff, but how to live and enjoy life... I'm in my mid 50's planning on retirement in 5yrs and want to take it easy and do what I want for a change thanks for sharing your life with us...
Live it NOW Denis. All the best.
Y’all will be missed but everyone deserves a break a break and as many of those good times as you can fit in! Godspeed!
You were the first channel I subscribed to. Always loved watching those videos and would wait anxiously for the newest installment.
I can only imagine the look on Lori's face driving up to the New York Cabin. I bet her heart was smiling just seeing her old home. I am so happy that you and your family will be having more fun, it is the time. Tildie looked so happy. I'm sure she too misses Frankie and probably felt his spirit there.
I do hope you continue to have the most amazing life possible and I will be waiting for the first video from your new channel. Will we need to subscribe to it or will it be automatically done as part of this channel?
Peace, Love and Freedom 🇺🇲
Thank you for your kind words Bailey and Yes, Lori is looking forward to more cabins time :-))
Live life you two, make it do what it do. Upstate is beautiful. Enjoy what you do, do what you enjoy! Don't you just love it when a plan comes together!? 😁👍👋
Hello, my friend!!! Simply put: love your channel!!! Enjoy your break!!! We’ll be here when you get back!!! Take care, be safe, best wishes and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas. 👨🌾✝️🙏🖖🐩
Thanks Chuck and God Bless.
Bossman,
It was good to see you back up at the NY cabin. It was there, where I stumbled across your building it… Years have now past, and memories shared, have become my own. Frankie,, the knotty pine cabinetry, that creaky wooden rocker by the wood stove, the little ‘ghost’ captured in wood, the care and craftsmanship of each phase of construction, yards & yards of gravel & logs for the corduroy road, all to carve out an escape. And truly, it was an escape for me and others, not just for you.
Should we ever meet, and I hope we do, I shall greet you warmly as a friend, and thank you for all your hard work (yours, not mine!). We’ll talk of our adventures, and our love of the outdoors, and relish the rich dark malt of a frosty cold Moose Drool (several).
I know you and Lori are transitioning, possibly moving. I wish you both, success in wherever you may settle. And continued good health, a peace and rich satisfaction in all you do.
Kind Regards, Rand
I have always enjoyed your comments but this one was the best and I thank you for taking the time to post it. You will be seeing more of the NY cabin in the future. Our plans have changed and we're going full circle. Stay tuned my friend and thanks again for your kind words.
It's really nice nobody vandalizes your cabin and goes off roading and tears up the property.
Agreed.
Good advice for life boss. Were here for a good time , not a long time.
Built many of your projects, and cooked many of your recipes! Been with you from the beginning boss. Best of luck
Thanks for the video. Life is too short. You only have once in life time for your dream. We all change as we age. I put no demands on myself, so I am not disappointed. Whatever you & Lori do, no REGERTS. (HA!)
Thank you Connie :-)
Enjoy your journey, looking forward to hearing from you whenever that is. Thanks for always sharing.
I've been with you a long time JC. You're a great man. Go have that fun and yes, it is contagious.
"See ya when we see ya"....
Love and strength to you and Lori
Enjoy your life boss; no expectations here! Just enjoy when you post!
I got my prints & love them...the companion & watching her weight. Thank you so much for making them available 💗
I always look forward to your videos. Please let us know when the new channel is up.
I am so happy you two are looking forward to whatever! Enjoy life!
Thank you :-)
Great video friends, it’s good to hear that your slowing down and enjoying life more. God knows you deserve it. Keep enjoying yourself to the fullest and we’ll watch you again when you’re ready
Thanks Bossman - seeing the NY Cabin brought back a lot of memories and they are still some of my most favorite videos you've posted over the many many years. I bet all the Chic'a'munkas paid Frankie their respects as well. That cabin inspired me to build my own and I loved every minute of it. You are a treasure my friend. THANK YOU! Cheers from Wisconsin!!!
Time is short, enjoy your time together, whenever (YOU) want to put a video out, we all be waiting, look forward to new channel , be healthy and safe, best wishes from Tennessee .
Thank you :-)
🥰 Happy Trails🎶To You !!!
Great to hear! We're gonna miss you guys! Enjoy life and have fun. We'll be waiting on the next one.
JC and Lori, I’m always put anything I’m doing to aside to catch the video blogs. Been enjoying them for quite awhile. Starting viewing them when y’all had the homestead and Frankie was teaching you how to paddle the aluminum boat! Like I always say” catch you on the next one”. Take care my friend, see y’all later. God bless and take care. How is Lori doing?
Thank you Terry and i always enjoy your comments. Lori is doing great :-)
Omg as soon as tildy started squeezing that toy I thought my border collie was going to jump inside my phone. He got so excited. I guess he loves your videos as much as I do.
I highly recommend more fun. I split my time between two properties only six hours apart, but with drastically different climates.
One on the desert plains and the other in high altitude mountains where winter is a drag.
Be blessed in your travels. Throw up a video whenever you feel there's something to share.
My Border Collie died 2 decades ago and I still miss her. Maybe Girliegirl and Frankie are playing up there in doggie heaven with her dad Zero. If those dogs had thumbs they would rule the world. 😘
Hard to say all the memories that cabin holds with the great vids that came from there...said it before, there is some special magic at that cabin. Was at the store today and smiled ear to ear when I saw a six pack of Moose Drool and it was in cans! Frankie could treat the Boss with those...the little bugger. Oh man getting all nostalgic. ATB & happy trails Boss, Lori & Tildie
That cabin is a special place indeed and it looks like we may go full circle.
@@thebossoftheswamp Oh man👍👍👍❗
Been watching your channel for years boss man. You guys go have fun be careful and we’ll see you when we see ya from Ohio.
Thank you Rusty. Fun on the way and camera in hand :-)
At the old cabin…👍 Franky..🙏
I remember you putting the logs in the road. Cabin still looks good. I have made the rocket stove and berkey filter. Still working fine after 7 years. You’ve always inspired me..!!
Glad you hit the goal selling you’re art.
You two have a wonderful week..!!
Do what you gotta do. Remember only you can make you happy. I always heard, act don't re act.
Happy for ya. It's prime building season, so I'm working on building the deck and finishing the inside of my cabin along with solar and pumping water from the well. You are a great inspiration, and I took the bull by the horns and bought 10acres in the CA mountains last year and started a cabin.. Time waits for no one, so just get started.
I'm so glad you two got Tildy when you did. She'd never even try to replace Frankie, 'cause she found her own spot in your hearts to burrow in and claim. The NY place is looking good. Been wondering how the corduroy road was doing.
Corduroy update coming on Patreon along with some other tidbits :-)
I got mine and was almost crying. Thank you soooo much for letting us in on this one. I dearly LOVE my prints and already trying to decide just what kind of frame I want to put it in. SOOOOO glad you accomplished your goal.
Talking about greenhouses, that cattlepanel greenhouse my husband was welding on for me has been at a stand still for about a year. So I decided to put my big honking mineral pots in there filled with soil. I threw a make shef cover on it and have planted cukes, bell peppers and sweet cherry peppers and tomatoes in them. The plants are waist high now. Soooo excited and the cukes are putting on runners so got to get my strings attached pretty soon.
AGAIN thank you sooo much and thank you for the time you spend for us doing vids!!!
Well I know I will miss you both but you deserve to have some fun and be happy. SO glad Tildy filled the void and helped things be more pleasant. These pets of ours are always making us happy. My cat, Ollie is having a birthday tomorrow and I had to buy him a couple presents. lol He was lost from his mom before he was even weaned so I tried to fill that void for him. He's a stubborn little booger but I sure do love him! lol You guys have fun when you go to the N.Y. cabin!!!
Greenhouses, no matter how small give so much joy :-))
Go do your thing and be happy, been enjoying your channel for a few years now and will watch whatever you share with great joy.
The New York cabin looks like a peaceful place.
Well Boss, I'll be 69 in two days and the one thing you come to realize is middle age is far behind us lol. Time to slow down, relax and enjoy what makes ya happy. I hope Lori is healing well and hope for you both that whatever path you choose you are both healthy and happy. Give Tildy a pat on the head from me, I sure miss my Border Nikki. BTW always happy to see a new vid from you guys and you just post when you feel like it, always appreciate them no matter when they come out!
Thank you Barb and Happy Birthday to you :-)
@@thebossoftheswamp Thank you!
See ya when I see ya, my favorite phrase 😊 there are no goodbyes, we will see each other again someday and thank God for that!
Hope you all have a fabulous break and enjoy life to the full. 🥂
Thank you :-)
You always look happy and at peace when you visit the NY cabin, and i feel privileged that you choose to share your lives with us here on youtube. We always look forward to the next adventure, God Bless.
You will see more of this cabin in the future Jeff. Stay tuned brother.
Hey my beautiful friends! I received my beautiful two prints the day after my birthday on may 17( my bd 16) it was such a wonderful surprise! It arrived perfect, fast and I love them!!! One was the Boss with his first hunting dog and the other was country comfort with all you grew up with in a small portion of your home as a child. I love them so much! I hope your doing well and may the Lord always Bless each of you and Tildy!
so happy you like them Jeanette and thanks again for your purchase :-))
As much as I love you two sharing your life and journey with us, I'm glad to hear that y'all are going to take a break to have some fun! Just don't let daddy take that T-Bird away! LOL! Hugs!
:-))
The last chapter should be your most enjoyable ❤❤. God bless you both
Enjoy your youtube sabbatical BossMan. It's well earned. I love how you two have shared your lives here on this channel. I am glad I found it when I did. I am amazed at how long I have followed your journey. I'm inspired as well, and have learned so much. Our days are numbered...it's good to keep that truth in mind and use our time wisely. I heard a quote a few years back...'you never know when the last time you do something, will be the last time you do something'. Good advice to embrace each day and be present in the moment. And appreciate the time we have. Many blessing to you and Lori and Tildy. See you 'soon'.
Well said my friend. Many changes on the horizon for us and it looks like we're going full circle. Stay tuned :-)
Boss I’ve been watching you for years .I haven’t watched your channel for a while I didn’t know your puppet “ Frankie” passed .My upmost sympathy goes out to you and Lori.I’ve always had labs and had to put two down with end 6 moths of each other
Thank you kindly.
yes. I did the rocket stove and the berky. And the silver bubble wrap on my basement ceiling. thank you so much.
God bless you my friend
Thank you and blessings to you as well :-)
Frankie. What a cool dog. I think he was part human. Good video.
Boss, you and Lori should do what you want to and live it up. By the way when you would go out in winter and sit in the greenhouse you had a big ol smile cause that was great therapy. Thanks Take Care Brother
Live life! Thanks for the update. Looking forward to seeing what you two do as adventures!
Boss, found you years ago and have enjoyed ever since. Your Christmas videos with Frankie still make me smile. God Bless you and yours
God Bless.
Good for you. You both stay happy. Good Luck, God Bless and take care, Al
Go have fun!!!!
Hi old friend I’m pleased for you both an I wish you the best of health an best of luck. You go chasing and I’ll always be be here for the best updates stay safe my friends
Thank you sharing with us , I have to agree with you it’s YOUR life!! Focus on that life because you only get one chance, have no regrets!! 💕
Thank you Diane and all the best :-)
Boss, whatever you choose to do, it's ok. What's great, is that I feel as if I'm a part of your life.
Happy to hear you say that Margaret. Thank you :-)
Having time for fun works wonders for creating the necessary headspace to make clear decisions which often pop up in clusters and in rapid succession.
It’s a wondrous feeling when the radar is rebooted.
I couldn't agree more :-)
Enjoy your break JC well deserved! Enjoy!
Thank you one more time, God bless you all the best and keep going on it
God Bless you in All you do. Live life to the fullest.