In 2017 we made a drastic change. We realized that the direction we were heading wasn't where we wanted to go in life. Leaving the rat race behind us, we set out to make some big changes and started dreaming of a future where we could be more self-sufficient, life would be simpler, and we could create the freedom we craved to allow for spontaneous adventure. We invite you to follow along as we leave the 9 to 5 routine in our review mirror, remodel our old farmhouse by ourselves, dream of exploring the world around us, venture into modern homesteading, and create a lifestyle for our family of 6 that is 180 degrees from average.
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Tiberius
He's as close to perfect as you can get.
#newborn #babyboy #snuggletime
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We're excited to let you all know that we have a new episode finished and ready to release on Monday April 5th at 9AM central. Can't wait to share this with you. ~ethan
4 years ago | [YT] | 101
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We had a lovely Christmas and hope you all did too! We even managed to pull off our traditional meal in our tiny camper kitchen. 😁
Many of you have been waiting for us to get new content out. Thank you for being patient with us, life has been very busy!
Stay tuned to our YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook for a BIG announcement coming soon!
5 years ago | [YT] | 80
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I hesitated to write this post. Then after I wrote it I hesitated to post it. I'm typically a pretty logical person who keeps my emotions in check. I've had friends tell me that I'm "easy going" and I "go with the flow" well.
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Right now none of that is true.
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We live our lives one moment at a time, each one directing our course. Subtle movements aren't usually noticed. And we never expect to be the one who will experience a sudden and devastating change.
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A little over a week ago my life was dramatically altered.
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My daddy died.
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It's still hard to write those words. It doesn't feel real. It hurts. It's almost impossible for me to process. I think a piece of me is broken and needs healing. To truly describe my feelings would be impossibly difficult.
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People, grief is real and it's raw. It pulls you down with a force stronger than anything I could compare it to. I will slowly begin to adjust to this new reality, it just is going to take me a little while. But there is an amazing part: we've received SO MUCH love. I'm so grateful for family and friends who genuinely care.
~sarah
Photo: My dad & I looking spiffy together in our blues way back when I was about 14 years old. I never thought it was uncool to hang out with my dad, no daddy's girl ever does.
5 years ago | [YT] | 79
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Hey y'all! I wanted to take a minute to let you all know that we will have more episodes coming out this week. I meant to get something out this last week but a major project at work ended up taking about 80hrs of my time. I guess the moral of the story is that life happens. LOL. Anyway, we're really excited to start sharing more with you and to start releasing content weekly. I hope this message finds you well~ ~Ethan Snow, Lord of the North
5 years ago | [YT] | 59
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Yesterday was an anniversary of sorts. Or maybe it's more accurate to say milestone. We could also go with turning point.
As of yesterday, our family of six has been living in our RV for six months. Milestone? Yes, because honestly when we first came up with this crazy idea we didn't know how long we'd stay in our tiny tin box. The open road has been calling for well over a decade and the temptation to just get lost down America's backroads was real. Turning point? For sure. We arrived home in the spring from six weeks on the road very much ready to get our farmhouse renovation complete. We certainly didn't anticipate running out of time and budget. We also didn't assume that making YouTube videos would have to be put on the back burner while the frantic pace that crept into our lives took over.
With this anniversary comes colder weather, shorter days, and tighter budgets. But, six months of portable tiny space living has given us determination. We've glimpsed the freedom available by embracing this lifestyle. It's clearer than ever how important it is to follow our plan for becoming debt free and creating a homestead where we can be self sufficient without being tied down.
Six months living in an RV. It's not something many can claim to have done. But it's also not nearly as noteworthy as I would have assumed before we began. It might be cliche, but it's true: Home is where you make it. Don't be afraid to live life 180 degrees from average.
#minnesotahomestead #rvlife #diyrenovation #farmhouse #homestead #homesteading #farmlife #youtubers #180fromaverage #findingourfreedom
6 years ago | [YT] | 44
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YouTube told me that I need to write a post to celebrate 10k views on this video. I guess I'll obey the Algorithmic Overlords. If you haven't seen this video be sure to watch it. Hope you all are doing well.
6 years ago | [YT] | 17
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Hey ya'll! We've been enjoying our time in Arkansas (and will have another episode for you soon) BUT Ethan's thinking about doing something drastic. What is he thinking about doing? Shaving his beard!! What do you think? Should Ethan shave his beard? Let your voice be heard and vote in the poll!
6 years ago | [YT] | 38
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Hey friends! Sorry we missed posting a video last week. We’re busy working on getting one out to you for early this week. While you wait, please go show some love to our very good friends Jim & Rhenda at The Heartiness Approach. They recently announced that they are dealing with significant health issues and as a result will need to sell their farm. We’ll have more information available soon providing specific ways that you can support them if you feel you are able to do so. We love you Jim & Rhenda!
6 years ago | [YT] | 14
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Hey ya’ll! We’re going to be on live with Roots and Refuge at 7pm central. Head over to Roots and Refuge’s channel to watch us all live.
7 years ago | [YT] | 8
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