WHAT'S GOING ON WITH OUR HOUSE : Adventuring Family of 11
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- čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
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The difference between the RV and all the smaller homes you've stayed in is that those werent under remodel and construction while you lived there. Hope you guys make the best decision for your family!
KRISTA BROWNING but they still have the RV they can move into. Sometimes you just have to leap!
I agree, the Lord does take care of us as He is taking care of your family.
Agreed, I was thinking the same thing and that REALLY makes a difference! Hope they make the right decision for their family as well
It is so hard to live in a construction zone. My childhood home was a blank canvas (I'm talking completely empty with no walls or proper flooring) when we moved in and it's been nearly thirty years and there are still projects that aren't done. I mean, every family is different and I'm not saying they won't finish, but it's sooo stressful.
We did some of the same things that you guys are doing. We RV'd full time for a year and bought a fixer upper when my son was 13 and girls were 1 and 2. Please take this part to heart- if you're going to do this then please stay put after its done - permanently. I say this to you with love. I have an gypsy soul like I think you do, and after a year of exhausting sweat, blood, and tears labor we abandoned the fixer upper because it just wasn't going to work no matter how hard we tried.
This did a number on my son. I think he began to not trust our decisions and resented us. I think teens can deal with a lot if they know in the end it was all worth it, that there's something to show for it, that there is a reward for their struggle. They can look upon the family home with pride when they come to visit because they know they helped create it. Remember, when they are doing hard work around the house, they are just as invested as you - physically, mentally, and emotionally.
This is still a sore spot for my now 24 yr old son.He didn't choose to buy that house - we did. And he paid the price in so many ways. Please, please, please closely examine your heart. Do whats best for ALL of you. I know that's hard when you want something so bad, or you need new content for your channel. Please remember you only have so much time with your children when they are young, once it's gone....it's gone. Don't waste those precious years on needless struggles if you can help it. Much love to you all.
I have been following you guys for a while and you seemed quite happy in the rental.there is plenty of room for everybody, plenty of room for all of your arts crafts and building. And the kids are not right on top of each other. At this stage they really need to have a bit of space so they can learn to grow as individuals and not be right on top of each other.
Agreed! Most of the kids are teens now.. I bet they would want space from eachother.
Yeah I was thinking it seems really unfair on the kids because its so small. In the UK there are laws on how many people you can have in such a small space living full time do they not have that in America
Being “on top of each other” is opportunity for growth as individuals & learn to truly live with other people. They will be better people for it. They also have a huge yard & moderate temperatures during the year so they don’t have to be inside for long spells of time. Their children are no stranger to change & close quarters. Excessive space can be a detriment to healthy development.
@Cultivating Curiosity AMEN!!!
@Cultivating Curiosity they live their lives online so people are always going to have opinions and most will be very different to what you think,this family do what they want anyway and don't listen and live life the way they want it.their parenting choices are not what i do or would ever do with my kids but it's each to their own.
Your rental home is so so so perfect for your family. I think it every time I watch your fun channel. The space for that massive table. The D&D room. The river. The teepee. The garages.
Yes!! Especially the garages for their projects! I wonder where they will do that in the future home.
Did you even watch the video? The entire last part was about exactly that while they actually stood IN the building they are going to lease. Good grief! @@44ashleygail
Your current house is perfect for all your endeavors.
@@susanhopping5783 I feel like they explained how their rental home is almost perfect. However, it lacks the opportunity for change and fixes. That's why the home and workshop are a better fit. Also, they can save money... which is wise for the upcoming financial @#$%!*
@@44ashleygail Did you not watch the video? The huge workshop/shed they found will allow both project space and extra living space where people aren't right on top of each other.
This video is so completely "Knorpp-ish"! 😁
1) think about something that seems completely crazy,
2) go round and round the ins and outs of it,
3) find a way to make it work,
4) kick start a new life era.
This is why I love watching your channel - never a dull moment!
Good luck with the move.... I can't wait to tag along for this new adventure! ❤
Hi to you
I'm an Orthodox Jew Interior designer from Israel.
My clients usually have alot of kids. and like you said houses or apartments in Israel are mach more smaller.
I belive that with thinking and good floorplan you can get alot in a small space.
you can do it (like in your Trailer). I Depentally encourag you to go for it.
A lot of success and I'm waiting to see all the process.
I feel like your rental home is a dream/ perfect home for you guys! Especially during quarantine. Everyone has their own space/ a lot of space. The backyard, and forest area/ lake. And then of course the garages for your projects. It’s just absolutely gorgeous! You guys can always tinker with the rental if you bought it, especially if you rent the tiny home and have supplemental income. I feel like going to the tiny house people will lose their individual spaces. And the kids seem to enjoy their space and backyard SO much in the rental!
@Eme A You've a wee bit of a nerve translating what people are saying to your own (likely off) translation. It is terribly disrespectful of others and their thoughts, feelings, and opinions.
the backyard in the other house is huge and they are so excited to be right close to town. As they are getting older they can be so much more independent and ride bikes to town on their own, etc. they all share rooms right now, so that won't be hugely different, and also, do you know their money situation? That rental house is huge, with lots of land too, it's probably super expensive! Why are we criticizing people for being practical and careful with their money?
@Eme A You must be a democrat and your real name is Karen.
Love this! I live in a tiny home (875 sq. ft.) with my 7 kids and it works well. :) I homeschool as well and the kids just spend a huge amount of time outside. We only have 1 bathroom, which teaches everyone a lot of patience, lol. I think a small space can totally work if there is outside space and gardens etc. We love it and I wouldn't change it!
Love your rental house!! I would buy that and do the other one up to rent out. I must admit I did like the design for your house,it would be amazing. Don't fancy living in the house through a renovation,did my kitchen years ago and boy was I stressed out.
Is it weird that I’m so emotionally connected to their rental? Like I’m going to miss their little outside nature space so so much :(
Me too!!!
I love your rental house
Wow, Your life is like a puzzle all the pieces are following in place. Nothing happened until you take a leap .. Faith.
If you're asking for opinions...try and buy the house you're in and make changes as you want. I think the place is perfect for your family size-wise and with the woods. You also have workshops. Clean up the little house and rent it out. If you don't like that, then sell it. Then you have plenty of time for the business you're trying to start.
I don't think they really care about our opinion, they have probably already made their choice
I love how you two operate!! Such an exciting adventure. You certainly live life to the fullest. God Bless💗💗
I absolutely love Megan’s excitement about this studio. It’s is an amazing building. It’s all coming together. God is good. All the time!
it is astounding how much stuff you accumulated since you lived in the trailer! Overconsumption in America is a real problem.
We love our live in fixer upper. We bought our 1964 home 4 years ago and slowly are updating and customizing it ourselves and making it just right for our family. It's so much fun and we take so much pride in our home because of all the work we have put in to it ourselves.
Stay in your rental till your kids are grown because although they may say they love traveling they will like having a home to always come home to. Our children grew up in the same town and house. They really are thankful now that they are grown. That’s my two cents.
They will still have a home to come back to. The only difference is that their parents will own this one rather than being unsecure in a rental. They said themselves they aren't in the position to buy the rental
@@carlynorman7637 what have they sacrificed? Getting to travel all over the world?! Learning how to get along and bond and rely on each other as a family? Shoot, I wish my parents could have given us a trip to one other state! We went on a grand total of THREE family vacations in my 19 years at home and one was just a three day weekend. Plenty of people in the USA who don't even get that!
You know, all three girls share a bedroom and the youngest three boys share another right now so they don't have their own, individual spaces even in that large house.
Hello, I have been following your channel for a while, but did not comment before. You are so inspirational for me. Think you will manage with smaller house. Just as you said, the average homes in the rest of the world are smaller than what you guys used to, and that smaller house is very normal sized for the most of the people. You are a a big family, but I like the way you are thinking about house like a live project, and a part of the family, so even though you will be crowded in there at first, you will adjust that space to your needs and modify it as you go. That is a higher goal. What is important, is that you seem so excited, and just the way you have found a studio is really a sign. Wish you all the best on your journey, always happy for you.
My husband and our family own a small construction company the does drywall, stucco, plaster, decorative finishes, painting and concrete counter tops. The business just had its 20th anniversary! That said, we and most of the other family owners of the company have lived in our homes for 20 plus years (our personal home is just under 1,800 square foot). We have all done exactly what you’re proposing. Our home was a plain cookie cutter house, all white and beige. We have transformed each room as we could. Other family members have built their own additions and increased as they needed to for their families. My advice, on a professional level, is to hire the drywall, plumbing, electric and structural aspects to be completed. (You don’t have to do all the additions at the same time. Expand how you need to for now then add on more later.) Do the rest yourself! Experiment, have fun, make it yours. Being in your unique situation, you could get the majority of work done before moving in. Your family does well in small spaces and you’re creative in finding ways to make life and space work for all of you. Good luck!
I really love this! My heart leaped for joy for you when I watched this! Then to go to your more recent video's where you are all move in! Such a testament to Gods love and provision. You are such a inspiration! I would absolutely love to meet you one day! Such a beautiful family!
It's funny to read some of these comments. I live in Belgium, and your tiny house doesn't look tiny to me at all. The rental is huuuuge, I would not like to live in such a big house, because - like you said- you just fill it with stuff. I think your family will do just fine, you all love adventure and being together. I am so excited for you, and am happy that I can follow your amazing journey !
Sooooo nice to read an uplifting, encouraging and expansive message like this. I agree with you 100%. I also think Megan is a visionary, and exciting rewards and growth come from this for their entire family. I also agree re house size too; much of Europe is the same way (I'm in the U.K. but spent several years living outside of Brussels). The Tiny House Movement is real and thriving, and this home might be small by U.S. standards, but it's not by many other countries' norms; there is freedom (and a lot of saved cash to invest in other life experiences!), ironically, in living in a smaller space.
Plus they have an absolutely huge garden (back yard) to expand into! (Maybe this is by European standards again...). It looks like their property has so much potential for investing in, in every sense. And that's without factoring in being able to rent the awesome utility space / studio! All said, it seems like a calculated risk very much worth taking.
Woohoo to Belgium! I lived there for six years
I can't believe you are giving up that big house with that great yard and the woods for the kids...it's just awesome....good luck with the renovations...
Me to! The rental seemed perfect for their family.
Is moving into the little house something the ENTIRE family wants or something just the adults want? I don't know if i caught them ever saying "we discussed it with the family and..." I think the idea of doing all this is great, but is it practical with 7 children living in the house? Also if you're doing renovations, how will you keep up with doing youtube, dotera, the store you just opened, and everything else you all do? idk just things to think about.
edit: It also seems odd that you would have an art studio bigger than the house you'd be living in.
I don't think they asked for your opinion either
I know right! But I get the feeling its about saving some money at this point.
Esther is so talented! I love what she did with Pearl’s hair. And the sea foam green cabinet with the awesome wallpaper inside is fabulous!! LOVE it!!!!
Wow, you’re brave! Have lived in a 3 bed house with 5 kids and it was cramped, and we didn’t remodel! Your current kitchen in the rental will be the size of your living/dining area. Would consider the teenagers’ privacy requirements too. Good luck with whatever you decide xx
I love how you take us on the process of you all changing your mind. Because in real thing change for life,finance, dreams, etc
Watching how happy yall where in that workshop art studio space made me so happy. Im telling you we all have our path in life and like yall said how you always loved that building. Nothing is coincidental it’s all part of a bigger plan! So happy for you
Our last month has had similar upheaval with many projects to come with it. But, like you, the pieces just kept falling into place. We're thrilled with the coming adventures, but even more delighted to have seen the Lord's hand at play in each step. ❤️
Have the pros tear down interior walls,install support beams, add on to back of house, do all structural work & plumbing & electrical so that y’all finish inside..
Hilda Rister you can do Plumbing and electric yourself. My best friends family lived in a tent on land they bought with 5 kids. They built the whole home without Any prior Knowledge ,they learned as they went. They built Modest 3 bedroom and 1 bath home With a 6 stall horse barn. It took one year but they still working on little thing
Love Pearls hair!!!! Ester did a fantastic job and I love her reddish streak! It looks awesome!
I am the oldest daughter of 11 children and my parents had a 3 bedroom, one bath house. All 13 of us under one roof. Not only that, but we were the house that all the neighborhood kids wanted to hang out in. Wonderful memories. Nothing is impossible.
Great for you guys. Look at Jamerell’s new home where she put multiple kids in small rooms using raised beds from IKEA with desks underneath. It was really nice.
We have five of our daughters in one bedroom. There are two sets of bunk beds, a toddler bed and a california king bed in the room. You can definitely fit a ton of kids in a small space.
I am so happy for you that you have found this GORGEOUS art studio space. It is the perfect place to create art and magic!!! And those windows with trees looking in - absolutely heaven!
I'm excited for your new adventure, but also wondering if you really know what you'll be getting into... We bought our home in '98 because it had an acre of horse property. We knew it needed, & we wanted, to make improvements & put in a yard. Then life threw all kinds of curve balls our way, car accident, cancer scare, extended family issues, Ovarian Cancer, kidney failure, etc... We've still managed to finish the upstairs, & one room in the basement. But I am so tired of living in a construction zone!! Dust everywhere! Unfinished projects because something else came up, or apart... I wish you all the best, I just hope you're ready for this crazy ride.
If you take away the long corridor wall and make that half bathroom into a full bathroom with the door to the corridor (which will no longer be a corridor) you will end up with the bathroom door leading out into the living room. That doesn't give any privacy for people using the bathroom when they want to get back to their bedroom in a towel, for example. I would leave that long corridor wall for now. Or, make the half bath into a full bath but as an en suite to that bedroom and put the girls in there, or you. If you want to keep your options open you could keep the wall against the corridor free from fixtures so you can open it easily at a later date. You could also use the RV as an extra shower or accommodation/office space for Elijah and Daniel when they're home.
Rachel Selby ....agree, my daughter is remodeling and taking out a wall which makes 2 bedrooms and a bath open into the living room, I’ve tried to get her to realize what it will be like but she wants it that way 🤷♀️ I guarantee she won’t like it !
Why would you downsize at this time in your life?seems a lot of stress will be created as space is important for eveyone???
Must a money thing
Watch the whole video and really pay attention this time assuming you watched it entirely thru once,
@@marirose756 It's a money thing. Probably pandemic related. I'm sure they will make it nice though.
Put the little house back into shape as a rental, and use the rental income to supplement the house payment on your current home that you LOVE. Oops! Nevrmind. I posted that comment before watching to the end.
ART 101
Recently retired from nursing I too have chosen to focus my artistic efforts on further developing & embellishing what already exists.I think it's the wise & practical thing to do for the economical well being of potential customers. That way they can own & enjoy the practicality of a sturdy piece of furniture. At the same time bask in the frivolous joy of purposeful whimsy!!! More uses for & less use of (resources, like trees etc.)
HOME & the ART of it 101
You have brought me so much joy! How absolutely perfect to see you filled with it!!!
I see many express cautious concern regarding upcoming changes.So many love you so very much. But again it is not only the wisest & most prudent of options economically...i know as creative souls you will further grow & joyously, as you personally grow your home & business!!!
Thank you for sharing & being The Light
Why not find a medium sized house?? Both of those houses seem very opposite of each other in size. There are a good amount of medium sized houses for good prices that you can renovate to help make it your own. It sounds like by the time you make the small house big enough and comfortable most of the kids will be moved out of the house...
I agree!!!
Yup!
The kids will come and go. If they marry they can always use the extra room. There were 13 yrs between the oldest & youngest in my family. There is 27 yrs between the oldest & youngest grandchild. My parents had a nursery in their home and up to 4 high chairs at one time. They will make that little home into a little homestead they will all want to come back to.
They like the location close to downtown.
Wow. You go, Knorpp Family! You are showing your babies how to live within your means and how to be flexible. Things always work out and I know they will for your family. You’re completely spot on, humans really don’t need mega houses or McMansions.
Heather Dixon Great positive comment. They are doing life better than the majority, commenting negatively.
I’m so stoked for you! I went from 800sqft. to 550sqft to 350sqft. I love the space and made sure all my furniture had legs so you can see all the floor and stick to minimal decorations. This will be fun to see your transformation!!!
Use your camper as the master bedroom and storage space. You can do this, your family is awesome.
This is faith!! It’s how my husband and I live too! Believe and trust that the best for us will happen! This is amazing! Have this certitude that somebody is looking over us and if it’s the best thing for us everything will work in this way!! Doors will open and if it’s not, they will close!! I love how you show us, without any pretentiousness what is faith!! God bless you and like we say here in France : “bon courage” for your next step in your life’s!! 🥰
I've been watching your videos for quite a while and this is one of my FAVORITES..! When moving forward with a tricky decision and then, almost magically, things fall into place... Brilliant. xx
Man, I really needed to see this episode! I know God does these things for us, but seeing is believing deeper or again or more. Thanks for sharing this story with God as the giver of good gifts perspective. Also, the reminder that they want us to feel joy! 💝💖
Yay! How exciting! I love the little tender mercies God sends me. Im an avid garden at have flowers that I got for Mother’s Day, my favorite kind ever, and they weren’t doing well. I was so sad, and wanted to get some more, but wasn’t sure where I could find them. Yesterday when we were downtown I went the wrong way on the freeway, and I was bummed because we just wanted to get home. I. realized we were very close to one of my favorite nurseries (that is 45 minutes away from us!) and so we went to it, and they had the very flowers I wanted in the exact color I wanted them in. Total testimony builder- Heavenly Father wants us to feel joy!
I completely get it! Yes, I would move in and tinker! The memories and experience is what life is about!
You are living on faith and going with grace. God is so good :). It’s hard to explain to folks when these things happen but it’s amazing when you get to experience His love ❤️ He’s there everyday but some days it’s just more evident than others. Enjoy your next adventure!
I never comment, but I am so excited for you guys! ❤️
We are in the process of building a Tiny home ourselves and it’s taken 3 1/2 years to get to this point but we have a house up and are currently wiring and plumbing the inside of the house. It’s so exciting to tinker and build your own house and decide. Our Tiny home we love that it isn’t perfect and that it was made specifically by us so I completely understand
Take the kids and spend a weekend at the house and go from there. Is it a good idea for Eve and Jude to be living in a construction site. Also you will most likely need a dumpster, where will you put that? Oh my I'm stressing for you, sleep on it. : ) peace
I very sure Eve and Jude will be just fine! Lol They seem to have everything worked out and if not, they will figure it out. They are very good at that kind of stuff.
I lived in a home under renovation as a kid. Wasn't a big deal. I'm the youngest of 6 kids.
Dana says- Obviously you don't need anyone else's approval, but I want to say I'm excited for all the little dreams you have a chance to make come true by doing the work on the little house mostly yourselves as the inspiration strikes you. As long as the kids and you think y'all will be okay with the potential stress of living in a small home while under construction and you clear with your county/city what renovations they allow while a home is being lived in (or if you're allowed to live in the RV during some of the major renovations), I'd say go for it. I can't wait to see where all God continues to lead your family.
Wahhh this is so great! Totally my dream studio too. You have found a gem! Enjoy! Also living in small spaces is amazing! Makes you think smart about storage and function and you only keep what's really important to you. We recently moved onto a narrowboat and I love it so much more than our old house and its tiny! Good luck :)
I’m soooooo obsessed with those ceilings and lights in the workshop
So happy for how everything is coming together
I had to stop reading all the comments cause boy oh boy, everyone seems to KNOW just what you should do. Holy cow!! I’m thrilled for you guys. The adventurer in me got super excited for your latest project. Enjoy!!
Actually I am interrested how Homeschooling is fitting in there. Vloging, doing that furniture stuff and all the rest. Especially with two small children that need guidance. In Corona times there is now the only time we get to do Homeschooling in Germany. With teachers sending tasks online, zoom meeting for the whole class. I love the courage and faith its gone work out that you have, you've been doing so many things, travelling. What I sometimes feel said about is that Eve doesnt get more help on language, speeking. The family understands her, put words on her lipps she knods but what about her going out into the world in 5-10 years. Will communication with strangers work for her?
I think you are doing the right thing. Things are falling into place which tells me its meant to be. I can see you having your own little store and workshop in that huge space. Your children are used to sharing small spaces and adjusting to every situation. I wish you all the very best, I cannot wait to go on this journey with you through your videos.
Yesssss I'M EXCITED. There'll be challenges but the workshop made me think 100% you are meant to do this now.
I'm looking forward to seeing how you change the little house. I've always firmly believe that everything happens for a reason. When we needed to move because our lease was up we were having a hard time finding somewhere else that met our needs. We looked at so many places and I was getting frustrated. Finally I went on kijiji (Canadian Craig's List) did a posting of what we needed etc. I was called 20 mins later from a spectacular couple who just bought a place they were going to place up for rent. We went to look and it was amazing and pet friendly for our beloved beagle. It's been 3yrs and we are as happy as can be. We have a spectacular relationship with our landlords (both are police officers in our town). I'm always stressed when things are happening but it always seems to work out for us. 💗💗💗. Ps I can totally see you doing painting classes in there. There is a shop near me that teaches paint/stain projects and the owner just signed a deal with a popular chalk paint brand and will be sell the products etc. That would be amazing 😀
I am ridiculously excited to watch this go down. I absolutely loved that you still moved forward even though you were feeling scared. Feeling scared doesnt mean we're making the wrong decision! This is so exciting! What an adventure.
We are SO excited too!!!
WOW! I love Pearl's hair! That's amazing. Love it!
You could temporarily use the RV as a "house extension ".... Temporarily, a lot of things will work just fine.
Yes! I was just thinking this, like they could give Andrew and Esther (the teens) their own rooms out there as teens really thrive with having their own space. Especially with their hobbies, a quiet space would be great for them.
From someone who has moved a lot. You get used to the change in space eventually and adapt. Plus you could use the RV for more private needs as the children get older. I LOVE that work space!!! Perfect solution. Personally, I would find it interesting to see your "tiny house" project underway.
Why move in? Just keep the rental and fix the little house. Does the little house have a basement? Ester should go to beauty school.
I'm guessing if they keep the rental they wont have the available dollar to do up the small house. They said they like to do stuff themselves and pay as they go
Because rent plus a mortgage is expensive probs ?
I just love your videos!!! My large family has moved into small homes then remodeled even had 2 front doors for awhile as I remember. We've homeschooled on the road in an RV as well. Once we lived in the RV parked outside our new home as we finished it! No one around us understood what the heck we were doing but we knew it was right for our family. I was watching this video yesterday and kept nodding my head thinking which way are they going to go. When you found the work space for rent I was smiling and knew how precious that was for your family- God is good and love the tender mercies!! Today I was watching "The Chosen" ep 4 and there is a video after the show on how they did the miracle of the fishes, and the new process that came to mind in the middle of the night!! Have you seen it?
I love your life style! I’d say I’m pretty similar when it comes to planning and executing plans. Someone once called me flighty, especially because I’m not super into traditional living.. But why not live life to the fullest the way you see fit? So excited for your new adventure!
I like your thinkin'!
We raised our family of 12 in a house with 2 bathrooms - it was tough at times, so I can certainly appreciate your need to enlarge the half bath. That house is pretty darn small after what you've been in since you cam back to the States, but you did live in an RV, so I think you can do it!
My next door neighbour has 9 kids so 11 of them 6 bed rooms 1 bathroom! They all manage ok.
I'm soooo excited about this. It's like I'm living through you😄not only does this sound like a great idea but fun. Your kids will gain many new skills learning about renovation and building. And memories will be made. 👍👍
Since we're on the subject of "taking the leap" we bought 40 acres in 2017 and built our farm from the ground up over three years. We sold our 2,000 sq foot home and lived in a class B motorhome for 6 months while our manufactured home was built. We now live in 1600 SQ feet and are over the moon about our life we live in the country now. We paid out of pocket as we went and made it work. I'm still amazed at how far we've come in 3 years. It goes by quick Meghan, don't worry 😉. Plus, you have to keep in mind that when all is said and done, your older children are going to grow up and start families of their own with occasional holiday visits one day, so with that in mind, picture the home that works for now and one day as empty nesters. Just a tip from someone who also figured it out and still is day by day. 😊
Another Knorpp and South renovation project for me to get lost in. Yay!! Loving the green xx
So exciting to see how God moves and your willingness to step out in faith. Look forward to what is ahead. So many people gets stopped by fear. Blessings Nikki
Oh my goodness! These developments are PERFECT! How exciting! Can't wait to see all the things unfold. So happy for you!
I love older homes....you guys will make it beautiful. Can't wait to see what you do!!! All the best!!! God bless!!
I am so very happy for ya'll. I can't wait to see how you are going to fix everything up in your new house and art studio. Very exciting. I love how Esther dyed Pearl's hair very cool.
I am so excited for you peeps. I have been remodeling my house for the last 3 years ( and this is the 3rd house I've done) and yes it can be stressful but stress is a choice. I love designing and feel the same as you do I want to keep tinkering, I don't want a perfect house. It's not about the rental versus the fixer-upper it is about your passions and what makes the clam happy. I suggest starting one project and finishing it completely before starting another it'll help keep your energy up & going. I am so excited to come along on this journey. I wish I could be there with you work and designing!
the bun thing that esther did is cool with the hidden color
It’s my birthday today! Thank you for this treat! I just love how you can teach your children that whatever size your home is gonna be it will still going to be fun, filled with love and memories! I personally think that moving to the tiny house will open the kids’ minds as to how much work you need to put to be able to make a great home. I think this is a great opportunity to them to realize what they want for their future house. And as much as they need a privacy, I think this is the best time to have a sister or brother by their side. Puberty can be a little scary, you know. When they’ll turn 18, they’re pretty much on their own. So, I think they’ll have a great time and memories together. Have a great time creating your yet again little haven! Knorpp and South, you rock! From your 11th child (the fifth daughter) hehehehe
This is so exciting! We went through a similar situation with a whirlwind of decisions and things just somehow line up perfectly in most unexpected ways... But we know in our hearts that it is something we have been preparing for so we're ready when it happens! Good luck with everything! Can't wait to see what you guys do next!
When we (with our two kids) decided to start travel nursing we sold all of our furniture and the majority of our belongings. We sold our 2700 square foot house. We decided to rent small two bedroom apartments along the way. Once we decided to settle down somewhere a 1500 sq ft house felt huge! Maybe it's time for a quick RV trip? Get back to the basics and figure out what you really need and want. I'm so excited for you guys! ❤️😁
It looks like you are designing a Scandinavian summer house. Large communal area, small bedrooms.. essentially sleeping places and outside room.
Oooo this is so exciting to me as an audience! My husband and I LOVE this kind of stuff. Watching renovations are my jam!
It’s crazy when you are arguing internally about a situation how God helps and reveals things to make you make a jump that you were sketchy about externally! It’s in those moments that I look up and say “I see you working...thank you”! Bring on the new adventures!💙💕💙
Well that was surprising. I'm so excited for you. My husband and I took a big chance when we sold our house and moved to a new country. A new world filled with opportunities appears when you open that door. Good luck Megan & Mike! It is so much fun following you and your family.
Can you close the space between the little ched and the house, than you have a pantry and laundry room attached to the house
I was thinking the same!
I’m 3rd of 8 children - grew up in a 3br 1 bath twin home (some states call it a duplex, two houses side by side). It was about 1000 square feet with an attic space. Eventually when I was in high school we renovated and put in an extra bedroom and bath upstairs but we had a girls room, a boys room, a galley kitchen, a tiny dining area, and a tiny living room. We regularly sat on the floor to watch tv or play. And we shared one bathroom. Looking back, my mother was super organized, she staggered bath times/showers (older kids in the morning, younger kids shared bath in the evening.) We all pitched in and had weekly chores - sharing cleaning, cooking, helping with younger kids. It wasn’t easy. It was tight quarters. But it was doable! And we lived there when we renovated (when we did the kitchen it was paper places and microwave or grill!). Again, won’t be easy but you’re creative and organized folks - you can totally do it - you lived in an RV!
Your RV could serve as second bathroom and shower and the older boys could bunk in there and they would have their privacy for mission training. Anyway, my two cents lol. You guys are great by the way!!!
Good idea but hey would need to check the city laws to find out if that is even allowed.
Do your dream! This bungalow is a project you can accomplish. There was 9 of us in my family. We lived in a 1500 square foot home. My father built an addition added 600 square feet. My favorite memories with my dad were helping him with the addition. Never had a problem with the space and being on top of one another. 2 family bathrooms was fine for us as well. What ever you decide I wish you all the best.💕
The kids were WAY smaller when they traveled in the RV & in Europe. Have to take into consideration they each take up more space now. Even with the older two gone.
I LOVE that workshop!!! Awesome! I hope all the puzzle pieces come completely together for your family!!!! I would love to have that workshop!!!
Oh my, the ending is just too miraculous! God will make a way where there seems to be no way! So excited for your family!
Glad things work out perfect. Some viewers like the rental house but everyone has to put their feet down earth. To me, moving in the house you already own makes sense. House is not that small, it can be cozy and warm. Good for kids to learn how to deal with others. Soon they will go into society, better get ready for it.
But the kids were small when you lived in small spaces. Now they will soon all be adult size not just a few of them. Just a thought.
Agreed. Especially with so many of their kids going through/about to enter adolescence... If I was made to share such a small space during those formative years, I would have felt very frustrated.
Esther Boone I can’t help but think of Andrew and his newly treasured desk. He needs space of his own I would think. Also that beautiful table....where in the world will it go. They will figure it out as they always seem to do. But sheesh.... rather stressful with all that is going on.
How wonderful for all the „pieces“ coming together and bringing so much happiness with it
Stay in the big house and do up the tiny house and rent it out
@@letitiakearney2423 they can buy the big house from the owners
I have been following you guys from the beginning and love, love, love your journey! I had to watch this twice because I got so excited about this. It´s going to be great. I moved in from a huge new apartment to a small two bedroom flat with my five kids ten years ago. It was a descision to save money as a single mom. My kids are now teens and share rooms, but it all works out when you are creative and open to see the possibilities. I also have to add that I totally agree about the nod from God. You get this little thoughts like a whisper and then it´s just works out. Sending you lot´s of love from Sweden!
this is soooo exciting! i'm excited for you guys to this new chapter!
That storage space is awesome!!! I’ve seen this storage space in other videos but now I see how it happened!👏🏻👏🏻😊
I deleted my comment coz I saw the warehouse space - DO IT DO IT DO IT
So inspiring. Change and being able to be malleable as your family is so exciting especially for Tinkerers like you said. I get energized seeing you guys expand the opportunity horizons for you to continue living a great tinkering lifestyle even when your children leave your homes. Beautiful to see that God is always 10 steps ahead of your family. I love tinkering as well and i feel completely energized by this lifestyle you'll create.