Winter has Arrived | Filling up the Wood Shed

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  • čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
  • Winter was late to arrive this year in Alaska, giving us just enough time to get our chores and maintenance done around the cabin. We enjoy fresh Toum on warm pita bread and can finally rest assured we are ready for the winter months ahead.
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  • @SimpleLivingAlaska
    @SimpleLivingAlaska  Před rokem +317

    The Toum (Lebanese garlic sauce) we made was absolutely out of this world! We totally recommend trying it. 😍
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    Wishing everyone a warm and festive Holiday Season! 🍂🦃
    ~ Eric & Arielle

    • @alannagilmore8982
      @alannagilmore8982 Před rokem +6

      Love you guys! Awesome job!

    • @charles6631
      @charles6631 Před rokem +5

      toum is specicaly and exclusivly eaten with chicken!

    • @nadias5192
      @nadias5192 Před rokem +8

      Another enjoyable vlog of living off grid in Alaska wishing you both an enjoyable festive season. Thankyou for your time and efforts each week

    • @pattibrown1809
      @pattibrown1809 Před rokem +6

      I'm totally gonna make that!! It looks AMAZING!👍🤤

    • @leeannwilliams6775
      @leeannwilliams6775 Před rokem +8

      Garlic sauce is amazing on all veggies and meat. I used it also to marinate my meat and the bbq it sometimes. Mix with hummus for another kick to pita bread.

  • @nanwanwon95
    @nanwanwon95 Před rokem +308

    I'm a Southeast Asian and I always watch videos from this channel. I get to experience winter lifestyle virtually and I've learned a lot. Even though I never once touched a snow, I feel like it's cold here lol

    • @lindanicholas1705
      @lindanicholas1705 Před rokem +13

      Nice to watch people getting ice and snow on them when we in the warmer parts of the earth, never see it let alone feel it all......

    • @russellwatters5891
      @russellwatters5891 Před rokem +25

      Floridian, transplanted from Wisconsin. It takes a special kind of person to enjoy snow and cold, I turned out not to be one..lol

    • @reeree6682
      @reeree6682 Před rokem +11

      I love snow. Maybe one day you'll take a trip to the mountains in your country? It's worth the effort, even if you don't like it. It's an experience, right?!

    • @katieparker8560
      @katieparker8560 Před rokem +1

      I wish I could seen u some I didn’t know it doesn’t snow where ur from 😢

    • @kindnessmatters4068
      @kindnessmatters4068 Před rokem +6

      I LOVE winter! I was born in PA and half grew up in Ohio... snow is my favorite season!!

  • @sagefool5786
    @sagefool5786 Před rokem +86

    I love how you both do everything together when it comes to chores, from gardening to cooking to logging!

  • @seekhisface5139
    @seekhisface5139 Před rokem +14

    I been watching you two over 3years and I'm still in awe at how much you two love one another!!! It's so apparent when I watch you work, talk, laugh and share life's moments!!!! No relationship is perfect but damn if you two don't put that theory to shame!!! The way you share a meal to how you work at the tasks of making your videos. Please never compromise your values, and never stop being Eric and Ariel!!!! Your the best!!!!!

  • @dingc.velasco6038
    @dingc.velasco6038 Před rokem +35

    This episode writes the book on winter prep. So many folks will be getting up from their sofas after recalling one or two jobs Eric did in this vid that they forgot about.

  • @shellybielawski1773
    @shellybielawski1773 Před rokem +105

    I can’t believe that y’all had the energy to make a great meal after doing all that work you did earlier God Bless y’all Love 💕 you!

    • @smoczajama1
      @smoczajama1 Před rokem +6

      The best, however, is the pork chop with cabbage and potatoes, in Polish, and pork scratchings for potatoes. Greetings from Poland.

    • @brockshields9336
      @brockshields9336 Před rokem

      Work Hard, Play Hard, Eat Hearty, to have the calories to do it all again!

  • @Per_Ragnar
    @Per_Ragnar Před rokem +30

    Just have to appreciate the beautiful drone shots that played around 9 minutes into the video. Great work!

  • @celinedemaine7333
    @celinedemaine7333 Před rokem +15

    If you two ever decided too make that extra property into a b&b , you’ll make so many bookings! Would definitely love too experience Alaska and learn from the both of you and I’m sure many here would agree. You guys are the best❤

  • @lbrown6859
    @lbrown6859 Před rokem +8

    Y'all wear me out!! Anyone that has watched the 2 of you for any length of time knows that there is nothing lackadaisical about you!! Stay safe and I hope that you have a blessed Thanksgiving! ❤️

  • @susanhighfield8284
    @susanhighfield8284 Před rokem +61

    Holy mily what a difference in the headlight! Beautiful scenic video guys. You never disappoint. The garlic whip bread looked amazing. I would so love being there for winter all prepared like you guys are. Snuggle in for good food and a fire.

  • @Helenemonblogdefille
    @Helenemonblogdefille Před rokem +33

    I didn’t think I would say that, but I found the new headlamps as amazing as the garlic paste 😂

  • @pattin4015
    @pattin4015 Před rokem +10

    You two work so hard! Always getting things done while having good bonding time--what teamwork! Puts to shame some of us who expect life to be easy. You reap the benefits/satisfaction of having done all the work for yourselves. Have a good winter!

  • @notthereyethomestead8413
    @notthereyethomestead8413 Před rokem +23

    That is incredible how hard you two work and together to accomplish so much, then Arielle creates an awesome new meal while Eric is prepping everything that has a motor for winter!!! This absolutely amazes me each year that you show this!! Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us!!!
    Blessings in abundance!!

  • @lisabailes1065
    @lisabailes1065 Před rokem +58

    Go, Arielle, go!!! If it had been an eight hour competition you would have most definitely won!! 😂🎉😂

    • @DaveMartin-co8et
      @DaveMartin-co8et Před rokem +9

      It was hilarious that Eric was trying to demonstrate that hand splitting firewood can be faster and Arielle thought he was competing with her. Her comments about Eric taking the "competition" too seriously and it not being fun looked like a classic case of the pot calling the kettle black. Thanks for being such a good sport about it Arielle. If Eric had done both the hand and hydraulic splitting it would be hard to know whether he was intentionally going slow on the machine splitter to make a point. Most people who have used both come to understand that hand splitting can be faster but machine splitting doesn't wear you out as fast and a machine will split knotty wood that is very tough to split with a maul. Thanks for the video !

    • @kamaliancirranoush1916
      @kamaliancirranoush1916 Před rokem +2

      @@DaveMartin-co8etthe first time I used a splitter it was a revelation lol. The satisfaction of watching those knotty pieces split apart was surprising! I do still like to use the maul as it is faster once the rounds are split in half or so. Nothing better than chopping wood on a winter day in the company of the squirrels and chickadees!

  • @suzannesnow7485
    @suzannesnow7485 Před rokem +47

    All I can say, Eric & Arielle, you are simply AMAZING! ❤❄️☃️⛄️

  • @CresswellTim
    @CresswellTim Před rokem +1

    "Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, and since we've no place to go, let it snow let it snow, let it snow." Dean Martin.

  • @BWillalldayerrday
    @BWillalldayerrday Před rokem +4

    You both are amazing! My favorite part of the video was Eric’s musing, “We start where you always do: the tip.” I love that you find humor even in physically challenging work!

  • @bobross5580
    @bobross5580 Před rokem +74

    You two are wonderful! I keep thinking how did you both get so lucky to find each other? You both seem so calibrated to each other and you seem pretty transparent as well. I am looking forward to seeing you get settled in the new place (Guessing that will happen) and look forward to all the bread breaking and sharing of recipes and canning secrets!!

  • @candacemeifert-polk7383
    @candacemeifert-polk7383 Před rokem +30

    You two amaze me at everything you can do. You are perfect for an Alaskan life. Love these videos

  • @hardenmama1800
    @hardenmama1800 Před rokem +10

    I love when you add the date, temperature and sunrise/sunset information on your videos. Lots of hard work in this one, as per usual. The homestead is looking beautiful in the blanket of snow - the color of the house is just lovely. Genius solution for the headlight!

  • @shellybielawski1773
    @shellybielawski1773 Před rokem +121

    Eric you’re amazing with all things that you tackle and figure it out and also with keeping up with maintaining everything. Great job!

    • @wernerstruebing116
      @wernerstruebing116 Před rokem +10

      Don’t forget Arielle, what a tough and hard working lady, a superb team.
      Wishing both of you a blessed Christmas and stay safe. Werner Strübing from Germany

    • @heatherclayton-callaghan4270
      @heatherclayton-callaghan4270 Před rokem +3

      @@wernerstruebing116 Nobody is forgetting anyone. It is quite alright to praise one person without having to include anyone else. ; even when it's a couple. People are not that insecure that everyone needs a trophy for participating...this is the narrative of the WOKE society today's world. Please don't participate or encourage such a negative approach to human society.

    • @WanderingBobAK
      @WanderingBobAK Před rokem +2

      @@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 Haha! You tell them how to think!

  • @PippiD
    @PippiD Před rokem +47

    I love all your videos!! Procrastinators is not word t I would think ever applied to you two. Hardworking, joyful, content, honest, kind, and innovative are few few that come to my mind! Stay safe and warm and know you are appreciated for the joy and information that you share with the world out here. Hi from Florida .

  • @davidthornton8490
    @davidthornton8490 Před rokem

    Operating a engine powered wood spliter is the only way to go.Watching you prepare your winter wood brings back many good memories. My advice to you is to enjoy your good health and strong bodies they are a gift from God.

  • @terrybarnhill6144
    @terrybarnhill6144 Před rokem

    I really enjoy watching CZcams kids work together it's beautiful I'm 74 years old I'm fairly new to your Channel and I'm very impressed I've watched you before and I have subscribed I just wanted to leave you this message how much I enjoy your adventures you're cooking all I can say now is God bless you kids and I say kids because I'm 73 years or 74 I don't know how old I am but God bless you

  • @jjallie18
    @jjallie18 Před rokem +116

    I so appreciate how you both prioritize safety, from wearing protective gear to weatherizing everything. Thanks for another great video and wishing you both a Happy Thanksgiving!💕

    • @yarly3180
      @yarly3180 Před rokem

      The speed contest didn't look *that* safe to me, it increases the chance of accidents .

    • @jjallie18
      @jjallie18 Před rokem +1

      They have much experience and they were careful in how they did the challenge but your concern shows how caring you are.

    • @elizabethlink3993
      @elizabethlink3993 Před rokem +3

      💚Wow, what a huge difference those new headlights make! It really must be such a great feeling being so well-prepared for winter! The Toum looks so yum 😋. I've seen that somewhere else recently and definitely want to try it. Happy Thanksgiving 🍁 💚

    • @wakeupamerica2024
      @wakeupamerica2024 Před rokem +1

      @@yarly3180 If you think that looks unsafe you should just avoid homesteading at all costs and continue to live in the bubble wrapped world.
      Absolutely nothing they did looked unsafe

    • @WanderingBobAK
      @WanderingBobAK Před rokem +1

      @@yarly3180 Haha! Arm Chair Quarterback. You tell 'em

  • @Q-BinTom
    @Q-BinTom Před rokem +23

    There is something therapeutic about watching others chop and stack up firewood now that I live on the big island of Hawaii. Love the drone shots love your channel keep doing what you’re doing

  • @jeanjearman2025
    @jeanjearman2025 Před 9 měsíci

    Arielle is at her best when in her chef environment creating unique and flavorful dishes.

  • @loristephens3016
    @loristephens3016 Před rokem

    Brings back many happy memories. We heated with wood for over 50 years. One year, my father got 1/2 a wooden bridge that the county was replacing. They even delivered it because we lived so close. The problem was, it was all in one piece. That was my summer job, turning it into firewood. The neighbors were shocked! I was a 15 year old girl using a 15 lb sledge hammer and steel wedges as well as a double headed axe! Now days it would be child abuse! I had so much FUN! Best summer job ever and we enjoyed a nice warm house all winter.

  • @cindyparker9920
    @cindyparker9920 Před rokem +9

    Y’all really need to make a video about how y’all know so much about everything! Eric is a builder, electrician, plumber, car mechanic and more. Arielle knows everything about gardening, planting, canning, photography filming etc. y’all amaze me everyday. Where did y’all learn how to do all these things. What did y’all do before moving to Alaska??

    • @oldpossum57
      @oldpossum57 Před rokem +1

      Y’all gotta make a video bout « y’all », Cindy.

  • @rachelhale304
    @rachelhale304 Před rokem +35

    So beautiful. You guys live such an awsome life. Watching you guys is inspiring. The love and respect you two have for each other makes me feel like there is hope for us all out there. Thank you for sharing your lives with us!

  • @ksandoval3130
    @ksandoval3130 Před rokem +5

    I love Eric’s can do spirit. It’s awesome to see someone able to fix and maintain so much equipment. I feel it’s almost a lost skill on the youth of today since so many high schools have taken wood shop and auto out of the curriculum options.

  • @ladyryan902
    @ladyryan902 Před rokem +12

    My gosh funny I laughed out loud at Ariel trying to force the splits😂 but that machine saves the back

  • @alexiahitchings9344
    @alexiahitchings9344 Před rokem +45

    I love how it is warmer in Alaska then in Minnesota right now. Starting to plan an Alaska trip this winter!.

    • @tersta1
      @tersta1 Před rokem +9

      I think that was filmed on Oct 28. I'm looking at 18" of snowfall as of today on the south shore of Georgian Bay. It's been snowing for a week almost non-stop. Temp is sitting at 20 F in daylight. This is still "warm". I do agree that Alaska does seem to look rather balmy at times. Maybe the ocean brings in warm air for them, like it does for Europe. We're on the same latitude as Spain and they grow date palms and oranges there. Can't do that in Minnesota, can yah! LOL!

    • @anna27446
      @anna27446 Před rokem +8

      I’m in Minnesota and it’s COLD today! Lol

    • @aubreyjackson9770
      @aubreyjackson9770 Před rokem +4

      I'm in Washington State and I have all the windows open it's 50 and sunny out!

    • @deblarsen8528
      @deblarsen8528 Před rokem +4

      @@anna27446 Yup! I am in Minnesota too and it's 11° right now! THINK SPRING EVERYONE! 😄

    • @DaveMartin-co8et
      @DaveMartin-co8et Před rokem +3

      @@deblarsen8528 I can't wait to go ICE FISHING and you're trying to jinx it ! Our lake near Virginia, MN has barely started to freeze! 😂😆😂

  • @wandagordon6453
    @wandagordon6453 Před rokem +19

    It’s been a long day here in the South, but I couldn’t go to bed without watching you guys! I’m fighting to stay awake when I hear “putting the headlight in the oven. “ 😂 I don’t think there’s anything y’all can’t do, make, or fix! The drone footage was awesome! Hope you guys have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving. God bless y’all. 😀❤️

  • @stanleygallman7800
    @stanleygallman7800 Před rokem +29

    I'm such a big fan of the channel and from your very first year in Alaska I have been so amazed at how the two of you have adjusted and it's really for anyone not knowing your back story they might think that you have been native Alaskan your entire lives. So I'd just like to say thank you so very much for sharing and making this a really enjoyable experience over these last few years and also for coming across throughout with such consistency and of being good down to earth nature loving, hardworking, outdoors type of people who obviously love a simple but truly fulfilling life.

    • @cameronmoffett181
      @cameronmoffett181 Před rokem +1

      Spot on!

    • @ignaciaforteza7731
      @ignaciaforteza7731 Před rokem +2

      By golly, you are at it again!!! Hard working loving team. It’s a real pleasure to watch you and the artistic part of this video just great, fills my heart. Such a pleasure to be with you.
      Happy thanksgiving my dears ❤

  • @jeanneamato8278
    @jeanneamato8278 Před rokem +7

    HUUUUUGE difference in headlights. The moose can see you and you can see the moose. Is there ANYTHING you can’t do? You are both amazing and have a fantastic thanksgiving and all your followers also.

  • @amysusanapplepie199
    @amysusanapplepie199 Před rokem +25

    OMG! What a difference. You both constantly amaze me with your ingenuity and hard work. Thank you for sharing your adventures. 😀

  • @drummerlovesbookworm9738

    You guys are so cheerful when you work. I hear the Seven Dwarves singing “Whistle While You Work” lol.

  • @R0YAL_M3RCHANT
    @R0YAL_M3RCHANT Před rokem

    My nanny and uncle marty watch your videos ALOT. Ever since i got to their house they’ve been watching your videos and watched about 10.

  • @CarolynnMc01
    @CarolynnMc01 Před rokem +13

    Eric cracked me up with his speedy log splitting. He was going gangbussters! If he can keep up that pace for very long, he's a real trooper. I loved my log splitter (much easier on my old body!). Have a great day! Love your videos.

  • @myboyzr2
    @myboyzr2 Před rokem +35

    Yay! I’ve been waiting for a new video! Ty for making my day Arielle & Eric!

  • @candih5636
    @candih5636 Před rokem +2

    No one on this channel would ever say you are shrugging your winter prep!!! You two work so hard and do all your own repairs etc. We admire you!!! Keep up the amazing content.

  • @mattshaw6259
    @mattshaw6259 Před rokem

    Its amazing how super mundane activities like this are gold because it was recorded in Alaska

  • @karenlemley8656
    @karenlemley8656 Před rokem +6

    I live in Canton Ohio and it sure is cold here. I don't like the cold. It's hard on my arthritis but I love watching y'all do all the things that you do in the snow. You both work so hard together and I love that you work together. You're an awesome couple. Eric, you are a great partner to Aerial... It's nice to have a husband like that. I'm 70 now and I miss having my wonderful and loving husband Lawson by my side. I was only 35 when he died and he was 46. What a wonderful husband he was and when I see you and Aerial doing so much together I really dream that it was me and Lawson doing it. I miss him so much... Even after 35 years. He was my heart and soul. God bless you both! I love y'all ❤️❤️🙏🙏

  • @earlshaner4441
    @earlshaner4441 Před rokem +20

    Good afternoon from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures in life

    • @frugaldeb
      @frugaldeb Před rokem +1

      I’m in central ny neat Clinton

    • @steveviau7159
      @steveviau7159 Před rokem +2

      Liverpool NY thanks for all the videos

    • @sarah082177
      @sarah082177 Před rokem

      Praying for all of you in NY, 77 inches of snow!!?? Great Googly Moogly!!! Stay warm, check on your neighbors, and know that MANY are praying for you❤

    • @earlshaner4441
      @earlshaner4441 Před rokem +1

      Hi my friends and thank you for the prayers

    • @earlshaner4441
      @earlshaner4441 Před rokem

      Thank you everyone for sharing and caring we take care of the people around us

  • @mitchellmcpherson8489

    I had to pause and enjoy the smile as Ariel was conceding speed to the maul and as a consequence Eric would have to split the rest, being as the maul is more efficient, so this is a true LOL 😆.

  • @meganzhuja6116
    @meganzhuja6116 Před rokem +1

    Those headlights really made a massive difference!

  • @headhunter4488
    @headhunter4488 Před rokem +3

    Splitting wood, what a woman. You two are my favorite youtubers. My wife hears your voices as I'm watching and knows instantly who I'm watching. Be careful and keep making the videos. Truly enjoy your adventures. Till next time...

  • @alphabetsoup7918
    @alphabetsoup7918 Před rokem +3

    Yep he can split 4 birch logs quicker than the wood splitter, now lets see him split two chord of birch quicker than a splitter.

  • @cgoodwin5928
    @cgoodwin5928 Před rokem +1

    Love the content of the daily tasks, but WOW....that drone footage is breathtaking!

  • @joeyhardin1288
    @joeyhardin1288 Před rokem +1

    Thank You. Central Kentucky; Burley tobacco country. When the season would come to an end (usually after Thanksgiving) and the tobacco sold, my grandfather would take the whole family out to eat. It was to a Jerry's Restaurant and he would get a half fried chicken dinner. Thanks for the memories. God Bless and stay safe.

  • @yvonnepoe9926
    @yvonnepoe9926 Před rokem +4

    No one could ever say you to were lazy, hardest working couple I have ever seen.You are amazing.

  • @Colirio949
    @Colirio949 Před rokem +30

    Lovely ❤ Happy Thanksgiving for you both🎉🎉

  • @DiddleyDay8
    @DiddleyDay8 Před rokem

    Omg, Eric said “where you always start…right at the tip” and I thought I was going to pass out laughing 😂

  • @laurahirsche3673
    @laurahirsche3673 Před rokem

    Wood keeps you warm more than once! Cutting it, splitting it, stacking it, bringing it inside, and putting it in the stove! Ask my kids! Lol

  • @rosalioconcepcion7026
    @rosalioconcepcion7026 Před rokem +3

    Beautiful video as ever. I like that part when you kissed and embrace each other. It really shows respect and love to each other.

  • @missbehavin8673
    @missbehavin8673 Před rokem +10

    Wow, those new headlights made an enormous difference. Good job!

  • @scottburbridge3170
    @scottburbridge3170 Před rokem

    my relatives have had the wood splitters for the past 40 years; lifesavers. when Eric is old, he will only be using the machine.
    what you made in the kitchen looks wonderful.
    the headlights modification is interesting.

  • @lindacox8156
    @lindacox8156 Před rokem

    WoW - the hard work you 2 do all the time!! I am so impressed by ALL the knowledge and skills you both have in soooo many areas! You really are very self sufficient! With every video I am amazed! On this video it was watching Eric change out the headlights on the truck - what a difference it makes!!

  • @KalleKofot
    @KalleKofot Před rokem +8

    Just earlier i was thinking it was a while since i watch a new Simple Living Alaska video, and now here you are!

  • @bruceg5729
    @bruceg5729 Před rokem +6

    Looks like Eric's the winner because he has you!

  • @_Elijah_1979
    @_Elijah_1979 Před rokem

    Living out in the woods, especially in Alaska is serious business 💯

  • @marianchristmas4638
    @marianchristmas4638 Před rokem +3

    A ma zing! Fixing generators, trucks, you-name-it, Eric can do it! You show us all the hard work it takes to live off grid! Both of you have energy and knowledge to make everything awesome! Can’t wait to see your new adventures!

  • @mjgbabydragonlet
    @mjgbabydragonlet Před rokem +9

    I love how much you are able to get done, and how well you communicate. I am having some serious light envy...Not sure how Virginia would feel about lights that bright. You both work so hard to build the life you have chosen. I really look forward to your videos. I truly appreciate the drone footage. Alaska is so beautiful.

  • @morarumarianaaura972
    @morarumarianaaura972 Před rokem +10

    🥰🥰🥰 sending love and appreciation from Germany

  • @larryshillings6672
    @larryshillings6672 Před rokem +1

    A Kohler engine, in my opinion, is thr very best engine no matter what the application happens ro be. I am a Kohler man from Louisiana. It is sooooo resilient.

  • @francinerose5042
    @francinerose5042 Před rokem +13

    Amazing to watch you two prepare everything for winter!💗

  • @advertisercommerce6990
    @advertisercommerce6990 Před rokem +9

    WOW! Those new headlights really are spectacular! Really light up the way!

  • @danielga1097
    @danielga1097 Před rokem +4

    Amazing how you do all by yourselves! you are the ones that would survive an apocalypsis! I admire that. And despite the difficulties and trials of that life that you have chosen you get the reward of being your own bosses.

  • @lindapetersen1800
    @lindapetersen1800 Před rokem +1

    Keep on working Kids it is hard work but great for you !!! It will keep you warm now then burning the wood in the winter time !!!

  • @diannegriffith5444
    @diannegriffith5444 Před rokem

    I have binged your videos for two weeks. They are absolutely captivating. Thank You for sharing some of your life and your process for getting things done.

  • @panagiotakaragiannidou1708

    Είστε καταπληκτικοι,σας ακολουθώ από Deusland!!!

    • @StanosMarios2579
      @StanosMarios2579 Před rokem +1

      Πραγματικά θα συμφωνήσω! Ζούνε σ ένα υπέροχο περιβάλλον και το μόνο που κάνουν είναι να δημιουργούν!!

  • @exploringoutdoors
    @exploringoutdoors Před rokem +13

    haha yes new video! Been waiting for this. Your videos always calms me during a hard day or week. Love relaxin' and watching them. Great channel!

  • @peterhouck1193
    @peterhouck1193 Před rokem

    LOG SPLITTING WITH ERIC WAS FASTER, BUT HOW LONG COULD HE KEEP THAT PACE? Over the long haul an engine can sustain a reasonable pace. Eric would have a heart attack.

  • @akicarus9508
    @akicarus9508 Před rokem

    no joke i'm a 40 yr old boomer, been in ak since the early 90s. @ 11 min. i am jealous and havent been able to rally frozen birch like that since the early ots. Woman, you spoiled. you best make that new homestead chad

  • @rayperry4666
    @rayperry4666 Před rokem +3

    That's a lot of wood and a lot of work! I guess it's time to invest in a wood splitter for your NEW cabin. Not much to say about the new lights on the Tundra except WOW, what a difference!

  • @andy123605
    @andy123605 Před rokem +4

    I'm sure there were no vampires around the cabin after that dinner! Cheers, and good luck this winter!

  • @ignaciaforteza7731
    @ignaciaforteza7731 Před rokem

    Arielle, where on earth do you get all the energy you display? You Work so hard and your knowledge of the trees, names and their use, even how they burn! You are a real woman!!!
    Both match so well!!!
    ( have energy left?) Enjoy dinner and rest, please.🫶♥️

  • @brolohalflemming7042
    @brolohalflemming7042 Před rokem

    Watching the wood chopping reminded me of staying on my grandfather's farm as a kid. If you're not tired, why don't you go chop some wood? Many years later, I still find chopping wood with a good maul strangely relaxing, and satisfying. Perhaps not as satisfying as relaxing in front of a good fire, with some of that toum though. I love garlic bread, so going to have to try making that.

  • @gregjsinclair
    @gregjsinclair Před rokem +2

    Looks like your set to go, looking forward to some Ice Fishing .

  • @afj3rd
    @afj3rd Před rokem +3

    Watching this video reminded me of another reason I need to marry a young strong lady to bring with me to Alaska!😉😂Team work!Dinner looks yummy too! Thank you both for all the DIY Alaska info!!

  • @anajoaquina
    @anajoaquina Před rokem +15

    Olá Eric e Ariel, chegou o inverno pra vcs, dias de muita luta, trabalho, neve são heróis .Amo os vídeos como sempre de parabéns desta seguidora vovó do Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. Abraços quentinhos

  • @billierenshaw3302
    @billierenshaw3302 Před rokem +3

    Wow ..what a difference..in the lights ….is there anything Eric can’t do ….soooo efficient….love you both …good TEAM 🥰🥰

  • @jocelynvincent3609
    @jocelynvincent3609 Před 10 měsíci

    I have never see two people work so hard, and seem to enjoy each day, you make most of your own food, have chickens, go fishing, and so much more, but have your freedom. I am watching from Canada, and like watching your videos. Thanks for sharing your beautiful life with us. Much love ❤to you both ❤

  • @mattsara2802
    @mattsara2802 Před rokem +8

    😂 looks like Eric will be splitting by hand 😆

    • @bobuncle6962
      @bobuncle6962 Před rokem +2

      As a person who splits wood both ways, you are limited by the slow machine. However by the end of the day, I think that I will stay with the splitter. I can move the next day!

    • @Salutaris13074
      @Salutaris13074 Před rokem +1

      The difference however is that Ariel could go all day splitting wood that way - Eric however would not be able to maintain that pace with the axe all day so ultimately, in the long run the splitter would have won hands down in performance.

  • @teedub1990
    @teedub1990 Před rokem +5

    Having never lived in winter, it's surprising how much work goes into protecting your stuff against it.

    • @hannahthehomesteader
      @hannahthehomesteader Před rokem

      SO much work. Anything that has any moisture can freeze - from the ground to your pipes to your engine. I had 2 hard weeks of work to prep my wood pile, my engines, my livestock, irrigation systems, etc. Then, every day, you're keeping the fire going, keeping livestock water from freezing, and staying ahead of the weather so you don't get stuck at home with no supplies in a bad storm. But, for me, this is the life!!

  • @callitagain
    @callitagain Před rokem

    The tradional way to make toom is to use a mortar and pestle. I used to spend ages in the kitchen pounding garlic for my mum. Now we use a food processor. Traditionally it uses olive oil. Glad you liked it. Just make sure your partner has it at the same time as it can have some pretty crazy side effects.

  • @arneservatius1982
    @arneservatius1982 Před rokem

    I’m 76. When my wife and I bought our homestead 47 yrs ago we heated with wood. I worked at a nuclear power plant in QA Engineering. We burned 10 cords a yr. 5000 sqft 1857 farm house. Our first year in country we got 300 inches of snow. In Michigan we get to burn hardwood. We gutted house back to studs and started
    over. In Michigan if you remodel an old house they do not raise your taxes until you sell it to new owner. We have a $540,000. House and only pay $700./ yr. Michigan did this to improve neighborhood 😊

  • @antoinettemarie-stautertri4010

    Always feels good when projects like getting ready for season changes is done! Awesome headlights!

  • @cindyparker9920
    @cindyparker9920 Před rokem +7

    I wish we had seasons in Texas. Love all your videos and watch some of them multiple times. I sure will miss all the garden and canning videos next year.

  • @pinschrunner
    @pinschrunner Před rokem +1

    Winter has arrived in Florida today!! 50*F and a cold Northern /NorthWest wind. Funny, you are outside untarping logs to split while I am outside in the cold untarping hurricane damaged contents to photograph and dispose of

  • @regalbowman3143
    @regalbowman3143 Před rokem +1

    I split my wood using a 15 inch used tire attached with 4 screws to my splitting log which is slightly larger in diameter than the tire opening, fill inside the tire with as many logs that fit and split away, peices do not fall on the ground.

    • @garynoll700
      @garynoll700 Před 8 měsíci

      You definitely have got it down, as it really works.

  • @dlaitch
    @dlaitch Před rokem +6

    Watching the teamwork Arielle & Eric display in prepping & filling the wood shed is heart warming That spirit extends into everything that they do. Taking the time to plan, get materials needed and do necessary maintenance activities will pay dividends over the coming months. Totally baffled about the new headlight system on the older Tundra though in respect to the complicated install and parts required. How new is this system ? Always
    a pleasure watching your adventures. Winter has surely arrived where you are. Brrrr. 👍👍👍.

  • @donnaskapik6443
    @donnaskapik6443 Před rokem +5

    Awesome work!!!! Now you can settle in and enjoy winter ❄️

  • @DjMadamRachelli
    @DjMadamRachelli Před rokem +1

    By far, my favorite CZcams channel! I am new to your channel, I found you only a couple months ago and just really enjoy seeing how it is there in Alaska! My brother is in the Air Force there, in Alaska, and so it's a kind of comfort just to watch y'all 😊
    I also really enjoy the aerial scenes of Alaska with the music. And all your recipes are BOMB! Lol
    Thanks for being cool people 🌞

  • @majorwhite51
    @majorwhite51 Před rokem

    Lovely to hears you using the word "Spuds" I'm an Irishman who lives in the Isle of Man, in Ireland, we always call potatoes "Spuds" didn't realise others did but then again there probably was a lot of Irish up there to or at least descendants, 😀

  • @gailrothermund9209
    @gailrothermund9209 Před rokem +3

    Wow! Love the new headlights! I drive a lot at night and these would be so helpful.. stay safe and warm guys! Take care! ❄️

  • @NuocMamDaily
    @NuocMamDaily Před rokem +3

    Thanks for another entertaining, informative video. You two rock !!! Eric, could I get the recipe for the baked headlight dish? That looked YUMMY 😂 !!!!

  • @dorethastephens5083
    @dorethastephens5083 Před rokem

    Eric you did a great job with installing the headlights and working on the wood and the cars you're very talented and smart you and your wife

  • @williej3831
    @williej3831 Před rokem +6

    You two are truly amazing!! Is there anything you can’t do? I love watching the rivers freeze. Great video as always.