One Man's Epic Journey Building His Nightmare Dream House on the Big Island

In 2015, I quit my job, sold all my belongings, and moved to the Big Island of Hawaii to build my dream house. I had no experience in construction, but I was determined to make it happen. Over the next four years, I would face countless challenges, including hurricanes, earthquakes, and financial setbacks. But I also learned a lot about myself and what I'm capable of.

Homosteading at the 19<Sup>Th</Sup> Parallel: <Br>One Man's Adventures Building His Nightmare Dream House on the Big Island of Hawaii

by David Gilmore

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Language	:	English
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My journey began with a simple dream: to build a small, off-grid cabin in the jungle. I had always been fascinated by the idea of living a self-sufficient life, and I thought that building my own house would be the perfect way to do it. I bought a piece of land in a remote part of the island, and I started to clear the land and gather materials.

At first, I thought that building a house would be easy. I had watched plenty of YouTube videos, and I figured that I could just follow the instructions. But I soon realized that building a house is not as simple as it looks. I made countless mistakes, and I had to learn everything the hard way.

One of the biggest challenges I faced was the weather. The Big Island is known for its extreme weather conditions, and I experienced everything from hurricanes to earthquakes. One hurricane destroyed my roof, and another earthquake caused my foundation to crack. But I never gave up. I always found a way to fix the damage and keep going.

Another challenge I faced was the lack of money. I had saved up some money before I started building, but it quickly ran out. I had to get creative to find ways to make money, and I often worked long hours at odd jobs just to keep the project going.

Despite all the challenges, I finally finished my house in 2019. It's not the perfect house, but it's my house, and I'm proud of it. I've learned so much about myself and what I'm capable of. And I've also learned that anything is possible if you're willing to work hard and never give up.

If you're thinking about building your own house, I encourage you to go for it. It's not easy, but it's definitely worth it. Just be prepared to face challenges, and don't give up on your dream.

Here are some tips for building your own house:

• Do your research. Before you start building, take the time to learn as much as you can about construction. There are plenty of resources available online and at your local library.
• Start small. Don't try to build your dream house all at once. Start with a small, manageable project, and work your way up to larger projects as you gain experience.
• Be prepared to make mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes when they're building a house. The important thing is to learn from your mistakes and keep going.
• Don't give up. Building a house is a long and challenging process, but it's also incredibly rewarding. If you stick with it, you'll eventually achieve your dream.

I hope that my story inspires you to follow your dreams and build your own nightmare dream house.

About the Author

I'm a writer, photographer, and adventurer. I've traveled to over 50 countries and lived on four continents. I'm passionate about living a life of adventure and pursuing my dreams. I hope that my writing and photography will inspire others to do the same.

You can follow my adventures on my website, Instagram, and Facebook.

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Homosteading at the 19<Sup>Th</Sup> Parallel: <Br>One Man's Adventures Building His Nightmare Dream House on the Big Island of Hawaii

by David Gilmore

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	491 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	248 pages

FREE