Off Grid cabin renovations take an unexpected turn

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  • čas přidán 18. 05. 2024
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  • @MaxandOccy
    @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +216

    Welllll a bit to unpack on this one 😅 So what project should I tackle next??
    Also, I can't say enough how much I love this new merch line. These are top quality, sustainably made and something I would legit buy straight away if I saw it in a store. I want Kind Co. to be a symbol. If you see someone out there wearing it, stop and have a chat, build connections, ask how they're doing 💛 Very excited for what's to come.
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    *A quick note about the merch store. The currency default is USD. You can change the currency at the $ icon in the top right corner. Sorry if this caused confusion in the past!

    • @Bea_Sowul
      @Bea_Sowul Před měsícem +14

      🎉🎉🎉 congratulations Max and Occy ❤🐕🤗

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +7

      @@Bea_Sowul Thanks so much!!!

    • @sklinger306
      @sklinger306 Před měsícem

      Love the beanie. Definitly will get one. Keep up the work. FYI please do some investigation about betterhelp. Saw some videos about them and and then the company no longer looked so good. Just take a look and then decide whether you want to continue recommending them to your followers. The decision is ultimately up to you

    • @melissahall6129
      @melissahall6129 Před měsícem +11

      Okay, fridge cavity next… cut out the wall underneath the power so your fridge can face the kitchen (P.S you could also install plumbing and get yourself an ice/water fridge) rather than walk into the other room to access

    • @sassyh154
      @sassyh154 Před měsícem +36

      Hmmm, girlfriend... way to go Max.. you deserve some happiness... 💜

  • @Silkytoaster
    @Silkytoaster Před měsícem +1334

    Girl friend ? You kept that quiet 😂 . We all can’t wait to meet her . ❤

    • @anonymousanonymous5332
      @anonymousanonymous5332 Před měsícem +94

      Yes! Exsqueeze me! Gf!?!?!?! Intros please thanks 😂

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +601

      I'm very very sneaky 💛

    • @suec832
      @suec832 Před měsícem +168

      kept it quiet then just snuck in a mention real quick lol. so happy for you Max 💗

    • @marywilliamson3091
      @marywilliamson3091 Před měsícem +45

      @@MaxandOccy Not sneaky enough to shhhhh tho :D

    • @eileenostach
      @eileenostach Před měsícem +83

      @@MaxandOccy. I saw the pocketbook in the left cabinet and was like UMMMMM 😂😂

  • @pilgrimpeace7763
    @pilgrimpeace7763 Před měsícem +352

    I am so happy you have someone special in your life. You deserve amazing happiness.

    • @terrimccullough724
      @terrimccullough724 Před měsícem +1

      I was thinking the same thing. It gets lonely being by yourself 24/7.

  • @dreabaronyork6658
    @dreabaronyork6658 Před měsícem +34

    Who else ran to the comments to make sure they heard that casual gf mention to make sure they weren't crazy and hearing something 😂😂😂

    • @kristinrasch9450
      @kristinrasch9450 Před 19 dny

      I did...i actually ASK my self If Max IS ever seeing Meeting someone in that lonelyness of a Paradies.❤ Well, He revealed IT this time. ❤🎉

  • @cimwennstrom4716
    @cimwennstrom4716 Před měsícem +154

    I'm so happy I wasn't the only one who were surprised by the "gf" comment, I thought I had missed something!! Happy for you, congrats!

    • @awesomeniecy9242
      @awesomeniecy9242 Před měsícem +2

      First I heard of a gf too, I thought I have watched every video especially since he optained this property 🥰

  • @deborahthatsme
    @deborahthatsme Před měsícem +297

    Great job Max - with the “gf” intro casually slipped in - I think the next project should be a bathroom! 😊❤🎉 🚽

    • @jmk1962
      @jmk1962 Před měsícem +8

      Now that he has a girlfriend it will have to be 😂

    • @tommyandbellasadventures
      @tommyandbellasadventures Před měsícem +2

      New king-size bed, wink 😉 😜

    • @spacemonkey200
      @spacemonkey200 Před měsícem +4

      Hot tub under the stars! 🥂😂❤

    • @earthstar2493
      @earthstar2493 Před měsícem

      Lol I must have dozed off before the end. It explains so much, I was thinking he played on the other team.

    • @deborahthatsme
      @deborahthatsme Před měsícem +3

      @@earthstar2493He has had a long term gf in the past - and what difference what “team” he is on!? 🤦‍♀️

  • @kathykeene2092
    @kathykeene2092 Před měsícem +48

    “My girlfriend is going to be stoked!” Love it! You had a twinkle in your eye the entire video.

  • @jessica1.
    @jessica1. Před měsícem +70

    Very cute with the casual mention of a girlfriend! So happy for you. I was watching thinking that man should not be alone!!!

    • @barbaramuzychka3836
      @barbaramuzychka3836 Před měsícem +5

      Yep, when I was maybe ten minutes into today's video, I was thinking what a wonderful father he would make and I would love to be able to someday see that love.

    • @user-yn1xs8qw6z
      @user-yn1xs8qw6z Před měsícem +1

      Yes your right!

  • @amandabradley6256
    @amandabradley6256 Před měsícem +86

    Very cheeky…..”my girlfriend!” So so happy for you and of course Occy. The wardrobes look absolutely awesome. Fantastic job!

  • @tracyjohnson8057
    @tracyjohnson8057 Před měsícem +43

    I can't tell you how much I appreciate you buying used. So many people disregard anything used when setting up a new house. It looks great and you did a great job.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +8

      Thank you! I guess the house is well used too lol

  • @MinimalistRising
    @MinimalistRising Před měsícem +22

    We’re happy to see you’ve made room in your closet and that you aren’t alone. We ❤ you and Occ and want you to be happy.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +4

      Thank you!!

    • @chrissih4046
      @chrissih4046 Před 27 dny

      @@MaxandOccyyou’re such a lovely, wholesome young man. I love watching your vlogs whenever I can.

  • @bethnolastname
    @bethnolastname Před měsícem +111

    WOW! Max! Take a deep breath and let the beauty of what you just created sink in. I'm thrilled to know you have someone special to share with. Congratulations to her! You are a prize!

  • @aishaluna1111
    @aishaluna1111 Před měsícem +18

    Love the soft launch of the girlfriend! Congratulations on finding someone Max. Truly happy for you! I think the next project should be the kitchen! So you can chef it up for your other half! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @Chipocky185
    @Chipocky185 Před měsícem +168

    Fantastic build!!!!! Really so nicely done. Love the look and can’t wait to see your next video.
    Also congratulations on the girlfriend. Just happy you have a new someone in your life. Please do not feel pressured to share - please only share as much as you want and happy to respect your privacy. I think it’s easy to forget that you have no obligations to give us anything. Just happy to see you happy and continue to share your messages of kindness in this world. We’ll all still be here. Lots of love

  • @SimonElenor
    @SimonElenor Před měsícem +68

    GIRLFRIEND! Darn it there goes my hopes! 😂. Now you have to get Occy one as well. Love the videos. Always have. It is great to have followed you since you were in a van in a another country. You have come so far and kept being humble. Love it. Glad Occy is keeping you on the right path.

  • @jc478
    @jc478 Před měsícem +56

    This is renovating reality, stop apologizing. Everything we make a mistake on, is a chance to learn, you got this.👍

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +13

      I'm slowly starting to learn that, thanks for the advice!!

  • @user-jk2dc5il9j
    @user-jk2dc5il9j Před měsícem +18

    turn the fridge around to open into kitchen. build wall out around it.

  • @barbaramuzychka3836
    @barbaramuzychka3836 Před měsícem +29

    So very happy for you for so many reasons. I loved that shy smile that came across your face when you quietly announced to the world watching .... how there is one very lucky woman in the world right now.

  • @msamuel1964
    @msamuel1964 Před měsícem +43

    Excellent transformation Max. Hope life in general is settling for you. Yes, we all noticed the wee 'girlfriend' drop at the end, hope you're very happy, you deserve to be. xx

  • @kimcoffee-isaak2921
    @kimcoffee-isaak2921 Před měsícem +2

    Do you have a blender? Peel and freeze some of those bananas, it’s hard to eat that many before they go too ripe, and blend them up with just a splash of milk. It’s like banana ice cream. I have 4 bunches in my patch all getting ready to get ripe at the same time. I’m gonna need a bigger freezer!

  • @wendylbranchfield7959
    @wendylbranchfield7959 Před měsícem +21

    Occy makes me so happy ❤! And I was Thrilled to hear you say, “my girlfriend!” I am so Happy for you, Max!🎉😊

  • @lucieherrick6934
    @lucieherrick6934 Před měsícem +16

    So glad to hear you have found someone to share your adventures with. As for your couch, super easy to clean. Either steam clean or take covers off and wash. Then put a dog couch cover over your cushions for protection.

  • @morethandaisysmom434
    @morethandaisysmom434 Před měsícem +38

    I love it! I'm Team Bathroom for the next project too. Don't forget that you can chop and freeze bananas in the freezer if you get too many, which you can use for smoothies, baking or to make a dairy free ice cream.

    • @carolcarol3938
      @carolcarol3938 Před měsícem +2

      Freshly baked Banana cake for guests .... Mmmmm

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +4

      Thanks for the advice, so much more than Daisy's mum!

    • @nicolefarren2960
      @nicolefarren2960 Před 18 dny

      And choc coated frozen lady finger bananas THE BEST on a humid day, homemade Barney Bananas only better!

  • @l82theparty4
    @l82theparty4 Před měsícem +11

    I relate more to Occy, than I do to motivated Max!

  • @veeemit9719
    @veeemit9719 Před měsícem +2

    I’m wearing “Be kind. Always .” In Maryland, USA😊

  • @crownofhair
    @crownofhair Před měsícem +42

    It's 530 am in Idaho, US and I'm thrilled to wake up to this video 📹 😄

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +24

      and here I was thinking I'd put it up a bit too early for you Westeners ; ) Morning! 💛

    • @Jaxxaamillion
      @Jaxxaamillion Před měsícem +4

      haha..yessss...waking up over here in Boston thinking the very same thing!!!

    • @cchikkybabe
      @cchikkybabe Před měsícem

      @@MaxandOccyand usually too late on a Sunday night for your fellow Aussies!
      Stayed awake to watch it tonight as I don’t have work tomorrow, would usually have to watch it after work Monday previously, waited all day for it.
      Wardrobes look great, you are so talented being able to make so much stuff on your own!

    • @cavanaughdevil
      @cavanaughdevil Před měsícem +3

      The timing is perfect because I can watch before going to work and it puts me in a good mood for my shift

    • @pnhnut
      @pnhnut Před měsícem +4

      @@MaxandOccy NEVER too early mate!

  • @heatherfitzgerald329
    @heatherfitzgerald329 Před měsícem +25

    I love the many beds or sleeping places of Occy❤

  • @elsienorback7689
    @elsienorback7689 Před měsícem +4

    OMG- fresh squeezed orange juice! The best!

  • @ajress
    @ajress Před měsícem +21

    Wonderful job, Max! And, Occy turning and turning and finally flopping into a roll is sooooooooo cute!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +5

      Haha he sure knows how to work a camera!!!

  • @cherylbertolini3140
    @cherylbertolini3140 Před měsícem +16

    Nice closet:) Max before you fill your raised beds you should put old tree branches in the bottom to take up space and help with not having to add so much soil, they will break down over time and feed the soil.

  • @Tine_Chris
    @Tine_Chris Před měsícem +8

    the last scene with the cleaned up living room is incredible. Love it! Also the "wardrobe revelation". What a nice cliffhanger 🥰

  • @melindamarie6139
    @melindamarie6139 Před měsícem +14

    Girlfriend 🤔.... Sad day for me. VERY, very lucky woman!! You deserve all the happiness!!!
    I love your color schemes... sage is my fav color atm! Great idea w the cabinets.... major $$ saver!! So excited for what's next!!!
    See ya nxt Sun 😘
    ✌🏼💚🐾

  • @omavicmcmurray2893
    @omavicmcmurray2893 Před měsícem +8

    I always told the kiddos at my child care ‘there are only two rules in life: you gotta be safe and you gotta be respectful’ I’d pause and then go on to say ‘and you should try to be kind if you can, but thats something that can only come from your heart, not from being a rule’…but you, and Robin Williams(my two favorite male celebrities) have said ‘be kind always’ Its so needed to be said during these times when technology is booming faster than we can keep up on our social graces. I’m glad you keep reminding us and keep your merch flowing with messages of kindness!❤

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +1

      Wow, what a lovely comment, thank you. I love Robin too, what is your favourite movie of his?

    • @omavicmcmurray2893
      @omavicmcmurray2893 Před měsícem +1

      What dreams may come. Yours?

  • @cv2599
    @cv2599 Před měsícem +20

    It looks so AWESOME!!!! I love the jade green light color tones. - so pretty! Kitchen project next is my vote .......and girlfriend., YAY.... Love Blooms! You are too awesome not to be loved and cherished!

  • @JPeat
    @JPeat Před měsícem +66

    Hola Max and Occy, My daughter used to get frustrated/depressed over the setbacks on our projects until we found your channel. Everyday we're 2 happy women learning and enjoying this precious life. We're stewarding and building in the cloud forest of Southern Mexico, we've had roof issues, too much rain issues (tho grateful), no termites thankfully, building with stone and adobe, super fun. Some days we're carpenters, other days plumbers, gardeners, masons...We took a month off to travel. Today we're traveling in the Amazon basin (climate change impacts are devastating btw :( ) Thanks for being YOU!

    • @DianeLee-je7jm
      @DianeLee-je7jm Před měsícem +6

      Well, that sounds like a fabulous life 🇲🇽 especially doing it with your daughter! Continued happiness and good luck to you both in your adventures

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +9

      Wow!!!! That sounds incredible!! I'm glad I could be a little bit of help in your incredible adventure, what a life you two are living!

    • @rosemaryjasper1121
      @rosemaryjasper1121 Před měsícem +2

      Wow, what a change to the bedroom just by fitting in the wardrobes! Feels entirely different, almost as if it gives the bedroom a personality! Great use of space, really great mini make over!
      Nice you feel confident enough to let us all in on the secret girl friend. Everybody is entitled to feel loved, so pleased you have that someone special.❤
      I’m in uk, we’re just coming into late spring, some days it’s very spring like others not so much. Everyone who knows me also knows that whenever the weather is good I’ll be outside. Don’t expect the house to be polished to within an inch of it life! I have no problem with visitors as long as they are prepared to check the weather on the days prior to their visit! Good weather days are meant to be spent outside enjoying the day, definitely not inside!
      Don’t stress over getting a video out so often that it takes the pleasure out of the job you’re doing. We all know sometimes “life just gets in the way” life is for living in the moment, have a down day, turnoff the camera! Live for that moment. I suspect I’m not the only one out there who will still be out there more than happy to know you are less stressed and enjoying picking up the camera just slightly more. As they say, “ less is more” Don’t forget to be kind to yourself.❤

  • @windsongdesigns6655
    @windsongdesigns6655 Před měsícem +10

    Love the wardrobes in the bedroom. What a great idea. Congrats on the new merch line. What a wonderful way to end the video - my girlfriend. Finally! So happy for you. You deserve to be happy and loved. Hugs from Canada.

    • @ewright7274
      @ewright7274 Před měsícem +1

      Closets as we call them in the U.S are standard. I don’t think we would buy without them.

    • @klw8771
      @klw8771 Před měsícem +1

      PAX wardrobe in IKEA world (where I work) and this gf must be serious if she ranks space in the IKEA Wardrobe ;)

  • @lansleyc
    @lansleyc Před měsícem +24

    Max and Occy my guilty pleasure . Great vlog .

  • @kathyl5610
    @kathyl5610 Před měsícem +18

    I love the closet space you now have. I think you did a great job! It really look fantastic, pat yourself on the back. I would do the bathroom next because you get so much rain and running to the potty when there is an emergency will not be pleasant. Love to you and Occy. Take care, stay safe.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +3

      Great call!! I'm used to that but I'm sure my guests would appreciate an internal bathroom lol

  • @MostlyReading
    @MostlyReading Před měsícem +7

    I really liked the pace of story telling in this video, I kinda feel like it had a lot of vulnerability which is lovely ❤

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for the awesome feedback!

  • @mysticalsouls
    @mysticalsouls Před měsícem +3

    Congrats Max, so happy for you. Australia is such a small Country, keep her off camera for as long as possible and enjoy your life with her separately to CZcams for now!

  • @wingsofanangelart6621
    @wingsofanangelart6621 Před měsícem +16

    Max to preserve the bananas pick bunches off amd wrap the joint where they are all attached to each other in either clingfilm or foil. They last for weeks if you get a glut of them at once.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +7

      Great call!! will try that with the next bunch!

    • @thisvagabondlife7132
      @thisvagabondlife7132 Před měsícem +3

      I just bought bananas from the store packaged like that I had never seen that before

  • @Livedaybyday71
    @Livedaybyday71 Před měsícem +14

    Occy is such a beautiful dog, running to get the ball he loves but return needs work

    • @gmaureen
      @gmaureen Před měsícem +3

      Occy is a senior citizen, I doubt he will change.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +7

      He makes me smile every day!

    • @deborahreynolds1552
      @deborahreynolds1552 Před měsícem +1

      @@MaxandOccy He makes me smile every video!

  • @veronicalombarte5802
    @veronicalombarte5802 Před 24 dny

    Hi Max and Occy ❤ I can't wait to see the next video. Once you've taken the storage items and moved those the bathroom would be good to do next. With the kitchen you could build a small wall beside the fridge and then keep the U shape. Just make the bench/return a little longer. Then use shelves on the wall to give it an open feel rather than cupboards. As this will make it appear larger also and not closed in. You could even put a shelf above all the windows in the kitchen and the seating/dining area. To provide you with more space to place items you use often. The little cupboard currently on the wall in the kitchen would serve well in the bathroom. You've done a fantastic job with the house. Banana bread and cake are always good options too. I wish you all the best 💜

  • @SABOREAME68
    @SABOREAME68 Před měsícem +3

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Max, is not a mistake is a solution, that's the way I see things. I love Occy's relax position to it all LOL. I like the closet, it looks like it has always been there. BTW, I love the pic of Occy with the cap on. Stay Safe & Healthy... Abrazos

  • @rmccarthy175
    @rmccarthy175 Před měsícem +8

    The sound of destruction in the first 3 seconds of the video 😂 love it. Turned out great!!! What a game changer!

  • @kristianaquillen7931
    @kristianaquillen7931 Před měsícem +1

    Congrats on the girl❤❤❤. You deserve happiness😊

  • @dianeschuller
    @dianeschuller Před měsícem +2

    Max, for the bananas that you don't eat and they turn over-ripe, there is a great solution. Peel the overripe bananas, freeze, and use them in your smoothies. Or, better yet, make "nice" cream with them.

    • @janeboudreaux3015
      @janeboudreaux3015 Před 17 dny

      Also, add an egg to 1-2 Bananas and make healthy pancakes.

  • @LiveLifeLori
    @LiveLifeLori Před 29 dny +2

    I saw the tiny water suit hanging in the closet - and I'm like, is that a kid clothing??? Then you said Girlfriend!!!! So happy for you Max! I know you'll introduce us to her when you're ready.

  • @racheln5749
    @racheln5749 Před měsícem +7

    Is that her at 2:58??? So happy for you Max and please give Occy some cuddles for me.

    • @pathawkins8953
      @pathawkins8953 Před měsícem

      Wow, great eye!! Made me go back and found her!! she's cute!

    • @sharonbaxter1449
      @sharonbaxter1449 Před měsícem +1

      Not her, friends that came and helped last year.

    • @donbar5493
      @donbar5493 Před měsícem

      Wow I didn't even see that ❤

    • @JustMe-pz2ms
      @JustMe-pz2ms Před měsícem

      no that's not her. That's Ren, Kevin's partner.

  • @nita707
    @nita707 Před měsícem +1

    I am so happy to hear you have found someone to share all this with. You are too good a person you should have someone in your life so you won't get lonely. I really think she should have a working bathroom don't you ?

  • @eileen.333
    @eileen.333 Před měsícem +6

    Oh, I wish I had 1/4 of your energy and talents!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem

      I'm sure you have 4 times as much!

  • @spacemonkey200
    @spacemonkey200 Před měsícem +3

    So that's why the videos are coming out late!👍😂❤️

  • @sabine1234able
    @sabine1234able Před 21 dnem

    In Belgium🇧🇪 it has been raining for several months now. A little bit of sunshine is more than welcome here too.☀️☀️☀️😊

  • @dianehoffen1638
    @dianehoffen1638 Před měsícem +1

    You did an amazing job with the wardrobes, it does make a huge difference with storage & market place is a great way to save on money 💰 lm so happy for you with the sneaky news that you have someone special in your life. I have been watching you from the beginning and you deserve all the happiness in the world. Can’t wait to see you next project ❤😃

  • @JoChadwick
    @JoChadwick Před měsícem +6

    Max, I am loving those wardrobes, well done on the awesome build and what a bargain you got too! Great to know you have cleaned up the termite damage and the knowledge that the wall behind the wardrobes is now sweet! Next project - would love to see the bathroom build, but first, maybe the kitchen? I am thinking again, FB marketplace for some flat pak cupboards, and newish appliances..oh and you could cook heaps of banana bread with the excess lady finger bananas!! (which looked yum btw).. Interesting about the gf 'btw' line at the end haha.. happy for you, you deserve every bit of happiness!! (and Occy) too ! :)

  • @fionamainey7686
    @fionamainey7686 Před měsícem +33

    I also want to add that you might look into getting a dehydrater and make banana chips.

  • @E4mj
    @E4mj Před 25 dny

    Wow! That wall looks far --better-- more practical! than it did before! It looks great :)

  • @lynnemac1402
    @lynnemac1402 Před měsícem +1

    Max the bedroom looks great and the living room does too, and will be even better when you manage to get what you need to finish it off. Never underestimate the need for storage, it makes perfect sense to create the space for storage so you can work on the next project. I think that will probably be the bathroom, as the wall impacts on the kitchen. Pleased to see you are taking care of yourself. Occy is so cute and funny, the look on his face when you started taking the wall apart lol. I never knew that about banana trees dying once they produced the fruit x

  • @daisy9910
    @daisy9910 Před měsícem +5

    The 'built ins' look great. The best part about getting things second hand, apart from the cost savings, is knowing they are saved from landfill. I just picked up some wardrobe inserts for free from my local buy swap sell yesterday, and after having no wardrobes for about 20 months, I'm looking forward to installing them.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +3

      So true! I love the 'treasure hunting' aspect of it too!

  • @VKBKK
    @VKBKK Před měsícem +4

    ❤ comes knocking when you are not searching for it. So glad you found a special person to share your journey with again. Much appreciate your spreading of kindness always, love from Bangkok.
    ps. I would take the toilet next with the amount of rain n cold coming so you or your guests would have that as an alternative Max ✌️

  • @christianoffenberg5038
    @christianoffenberg5038 Před měsícem

    Take it easy on the bananas. I‘m not sure on these type of bananas, but the regular ones are supposed to help your digestion get firmer if needed. So, if you can‘t poop, maybe eat less bananas. Even though I understand that you would hate for them going to waste. The new closet/wall looks awesome!

  • @keeyei
    @keeyei Před 28 dny +1

    We are a low screen time household- my near 4 year old son asks to watch your videos for his limited amount of the week. Closely followed by Bluey of course 😊 have been an OG follower of yours and it’s a joy to be able to watch your videos with my son now. So happy to hear your news!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před 28 dny +3

      You mean I pip Bluey?? As someone with a 4 year old niece I know just how high an honour that is 😅 tell the little legend I said thanks for watching and I’ll give Occy a scratch for him 💛

  • @georgeattig8088
    @georgeattig8088 Před měsícem +8

    Wow! That wall looks better than before 😂😂😂!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem

      I see what you did there 👀😅

  • @fionamainey7686
    @fionamainey7686 Před měsícem +5

    Grew up in Newcastle and we always cut our bunches whilst green and would hang in garage to ripen. Plus, can peel ripe ones and freeze.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +3

      Great advice, thanks Fiona!!

  • @jj-if6it
    @jj-if6it Před 27 dny

    I love hearing Occy's little grumbles!

  • @chesiedengun
    @chesiedengun Před měsícem +1

    So happy for you with everything you are completing with your home. It looks amazing 🥰. Also extremely excited for you and your girlfriend. Can't wait to meet her. Much love to you all 💕💕💕💕

  • @Maik1968
    @Maik1968 Před měsícem +4

    Hello mate and greetings from Germany! Max, you can be proud of what you have built without any help. I would be happy if I was able to do it. Have a good night today and I wish you a wonderful week 👍😘🌞🍀🐾🐾

  • @michelleking6843
    @michelleking6843 Před měsícem +7

    Awesome job! Love the wardrobes

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +3

      Thanks Michelle! 💛Me too : )

  • @A.S.K.1
    @A.S.K.1 Před měsícem +1

    Started watching this last night 10 minutes after it was posted. There were no comments when I started. By the time I finished and was gonna ask about the news you let slip at the last minute (!) and came back there were HEAPS of comments. I was watching via my android TV box, so it's harder to make comments from there. So Here I am on YT, saying congrats on the "new" (to us) relationship, dude. Goodonya, Max. I'm guessing that is she the "Very Special Visitor" you have coming very soon. Look forward to the intros. The place looks ace, btw!

  • @celinaquiros9381
    @celinaquiros9381 Před 29 dny +1

    LOVE the head gear! About the sun, when it comes out and it's been a while since you've seen it, it feels like seeing an old friend. Glad you're old friend made an appearance. I did a similar thing at my house (assembling a wardrobe -- we call it a closet here -- around some prefab shelving). Made the closet SO much easier. Nice to see you were able to reuse so much of the previous finish material -- phenomenal! It looks so good and will be great to have that space. My vote for next project is the bathroom. There have certainly got to be times when you don't really want to go outside to take care of business, ahem. . . BUT when nature calls, you don't really have a choice. How nice will it be to be able to walk around the corner INSIDE and "pay the water bill?!" The end of the video just made me think of "Here Comes the Sun." Give it a listen, it's a good one!

  • @katemackay3735
    @katemackay3735 Před měsícem +4

    You're a bloody hard worker, Max! Good on you!

  • @Secular-Serenity
    @Secular-Serenity Před měsícem +3

    I love it!!!!!! You are so smart but more importantly you are a kind person.

  • @frankdoyle3716
    @frankdoyle3716 Před měsícem +2

    So nice to see that there is someone else who measures twice and still manages to be off just a bit on the measurements. Love watching your progress and know that in the end, it all works our beautifully! Love your videos!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem

      Haha I hear you! Thanks, Frank!

  • @ThatSuzanneSchmid
    @ThatSuzanneSchmid Před měsícem +1

    I loved this video especially because we're working on a similar re-framing project with ikea closets. I love your bedroom now. I can't believe how perfect the second hand cabinets fit your space. It's an amazing space for you to wake up to everyday.

  • @wraithconscience
    @wraithconscience Před měsícem +8

    Bananas freeze very well. If you slice them before freezing, you can pop them into smoothies or make banana shakes out of them.

    • @joannahatton99
      @joannahatton99 Před měsícem +1

      Yup, you took the words out of my mouth. I want to add that most fruit smoothies have bananas as a base. They are to die for and I can't imagine how much better smoothies with bananas off the vine must be!

  • @OG_Bearcat
    @OG_Bearcat Před měsícem +3

    I haven’t even started watching and I’m cracking up by the thumbnail and “Whoops”.

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +1

      Glad to hear! The thumbnail is always my least favourite thing to do!

  • @shazstar13
    @shazstar13 Před měsícem +2

    Maybe a good next project (to make the most of the rain) is to create some rainwater channels from the gutters? Chains will help control / distribute the flow of water, and you could use the water for the gardens or grey water use.

  • @tesla-537
    @tesla-537 Před 28 dny

    The wardrobe looks great buddy, I can’t believe how good it fits in with the space. It’s totally transformed your room so well 😍🫶🏼 I know a special someone would definitely love having a cupboard 😜🧡 missing you guys

  • @mothermedicinemusic
    @mothermedicinemusic Před měsícem +4

    Brilliant use of space and plus plus for your master suite! And you briefly introduced a girlfriend! Go Max, hug Occy for me and work on the Kitchen next! Many blessings, Nana

  • @BarnsleysOwnIdiot
    @BarnsleysOwnIdiot Před měsícem

    I worked on a banana farm and they are always picked green to be ripened later on.
    Little tip for you, there will be new offshoots around the base of the tree. When you take the bunch off and cut down the trunk you use a spade to cut away all the smaller ones and just choose the healthiest suckling to remain. That way you will get the best tree to grow and replace the previous one.

  • @kristensaenz6421
    @kristensaenz6421 Před měsícem +3

    You bedroom looks so cozy and peaceful! The closets look great and like they have always been there! Can't wait to meet your girlfriend! I hope she wants to be part of your channel.❤ how wonderful you found someone to share adventures with.❤

  • @julieinak
    @julieinak Před měsícem +1

    We are happy for you and Occy! Hooray, may love in your life bring you much happiness! Your house is looking great.

  • @woop2235
    @woop2235 Před měsícem +1

    You did an amazing job on that wardrobe 👍🏽💯 I am so thrilled that you have a significant other🥰 don’t feel pressured to share your personal life unless you both are in agreement. And you do look a lot happier and that makes me happy!!!🥰👍🏽💜

  • @suefitz2498
    @suefitz2498 Před měsícem +4

    You’ve got such a great set of skills to make that wardrobe fit into your bedroom, it looks fantastic. It’s even better when you make a couple of mistakes and then fix the issue in your own unique way. I love watching this property come together and see it become a reflection of you and your values. Be Kind…aways is a wonderful mantra ❤❤❤

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +2

      Thanks Sue! I appreciate you

    • @deborahreynolds1552
      @deborahreynolds1552 Před měsícem +2

      Yes Sue, I have adopted this mantra also "Be Kind Always" Love It!

  • @Sarcasm.a
    @Sarcasm.a Před měsícem +6

    Keep up the good work.
    Love your persistence.
    Thank you for sharing this with us.
    Cheers from Israel

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +1

      No worries, mate! quick comment!!

  • @vivien-leesweetie1277
    @vivien-leesweetie1277 Před měsícem +2

    Omg! Today I was thinking, can’t wait to watch Max and Occky. Then I was thinking about asking Max if he ever thinks about maybe dating lol but I thought better not … maybe that’s a bit cheeky! Happy for you Max 😊 all the way from England ❤

  • @sonya2852
    @sonya2852 Před měsícem

    Smiled and laughed so many times at sweet Occy during this video. He loves helping his dad! And congratulations on your GF! I believe you fast forwarded through a shot of her assisting you earlier in the video (unless my eyes deceived me)? Pretty brunette!❤

  • @marianjacobs5597
    @marianjacobs5597 Před měsícem +4

    To preserve that nice lawn, you may want to think about gravelling a landing area for drop-off, of supplies from the trailer/car/truck etc. etc. with the colder weather well on it’s way you are going to get more rain. Just a thought … love the wardrobe, great job Occy keep Max on track. 😀

  • @floralupstart836
    @floralupstart836 Před měsícem +3

    Sneaky Max, yes my husband and both went ohhhhh when you snuck in “girlfriend”. ❤

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem

      hahaha I love picturing this!

    • @judy_judy388
      @judy_judy388 Před měsícem

      @@MaxandOccy lucky 'girl' Max! and you as well :)

  • @user-lg1gj3li9j
    @user-lg1gj3li9j Před měsícem +1

    Great job! I hope you'll put the frig in the space closest to the kitchen but remove the wall facing the kitchen so your frig will be part of the kitchen just across the walk way. Making your frig "built in".

  • @AllyPNW
    @AllyPNW Před 13 dny

    You asked what the next project should be? Kitchen!
    (since you have the tub on deck, potty outside and the outdoor shower)

  • @PHN-2024
    @PHN-2024 Před měsícem +4

    Max once had all His belongings in the Van, Now He is renovating because there’s limited space in the Cabin for His belongings. Vanlife for Max is just a distance memory,

  • @suzisharp132
    @suzisharp132 Před měsícem +10

    Girlfriend - did I hear you say girlfriend???? I think that would be marvelous - simply brilliant that you would have a woman in your life.
    Okay, next project. Since you do have a nice bathroom, albeit outside, it will work for now. You might want to think about your kitchen. It would be nice for you to have a place to prepare a good, nutritious meal for yourself and friends. It's nice that you have fresh bananas to eat, but you can overdo it on bananas, you know. Too much potassium if you're not careful. Once the rainy season is over, you'll be able to get your vegetables growing so you can eat some nice veggies. And, oh my - roasted veggies in the oven with a little salt and pepper and olive oil - yum!!!! So, that's just my suggestion. You might want to check with your special guest this weekend. Much love, Max! You did a smashing job with the new wall and bedroom buildins. xoxoxoxoxoxo Suzi

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem +3

      👀👀👀
      Kitchen is very high on the list Suzi!! And the way you've described it makes me want it even more... I have had a lot of bananas haha

    • @c.p.4890
      @c.p.4890 Před měsícem +1

      Awesome Video!! :))

    • @tonidunkinson1826
      @tonidunkinson1826 Před měsícem

      I had the same thoughts. Girlfriend!! Yay for you Max. Life can be mighty lonely at times.❤

  • @SourMilk10
    @SourMilk10 Před měsícem +1

    I had to rewind like 3 times just to make sure I heard you right. 😂
    Girlfriend??? How awesome!!! I’m so happy for you! You boys need a sweet girl in your lives.

  • @harvardan
    @harvardan Před měsícem

    Just a quick tip, if you didn't know, ripe / overripe bananas freeze very well - just peel them then they can be eaten as banana lollies or added to any recipe that calls for banana - like a smoothie!

  • @amye4087
    @amye4087 Před měsícem

    Love the new idea. Can't wait to see what you have planned for the wall now. Bummer about so much rain but looks like you have lots of fun projects to do inside. Give Occy a hug.

  • @andreaamer1183
    @andreaamer1183 Před měsícem +1

    It's been a journey for you, Max. I've watched you ftom the very start, and you sooooooooo deserve to live a full life. You have so worked on innnerself and rebuilt your heart. We all just want you to be happy ❤🎉😊

  • @melissarosario2936
    @melissarosario2936 Před měsícem +1

    I love that you are an advocate for mental health and therapy!

    • @MaxandOccy
      @MaxandOccy  Před měsícem

      Thanks Melissa, I am so grateful that it has helped me so much!

  • @katierobertsart5658
    @katierobertsart5658 Před měsícem +1

    GIRLFREND!!! Yay Max!! So happy for you

  • @ShecalledmeLizzy
    @ShecalledmeLizzy Před 24 dny

    A sneaky little insert. I’m so glad for you. Hope we get to “meet” her soon.