wash11
Off The Grid
- Joined
- Jan 24, 2011
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I can't think of one thing- person, people or community of people that have been more supportive to Amy and I through our journey than RDP. Over the years it's given us a place to share and grow with such positive feedback that we've been able to overcome some pretty big disasters. I thrive on positive energy and this place has given me that by the truckload.
As the "Off The Grid" thread eventually turned into a farming enterprise, we've had the opportunity to meet hundreds of RDP members that jumped in to support us (and continue to do so). Many have turned into solid friends that visit our place and some for extended visits bringing kids and RV's.
Dave and Stacy were the first ones to enthusiastically show us support, the community jumped in the minute I started posting our journey. The kind words, handshakes, business support, texts, emails, and PM's over the years from this group are all responsible for making this video possible.
We were approached by a production company with a successful YouTube channel a couple of years ago. They found us online using the search phrase, "Arizona permaculture". That took them to our website followed by a call to discuss their motives.
We provide the content; they cover all production expenses. We get some neat marketing material and the opportunity to have a professional tell our story and they benefit from the views and ad income. We had final say on the edit- but honestly, we didn't change a thing.
It was a great experience but one and done for us. We are way more comfortable behind a keyboard than a camera. We wish PARAGRAPHIC every success as they are working hard to put up professional quality, meaningful content. Please share the video with friends if you like it!
As the "Off The Grid" thread eventually turned into a farming enterprise, we've had the opportunity to meet hundreds of RDP members that jumped in to support us (and continue to do so). Many have turned into solid friends that visit our place and some for extended visits bringing kids and RV's.
Dave and Stacy were the first ones to enthusiastically show us support, the community jumped in the minute I started posting our journey. The kind words, handshakes, business support, texts, emails, and PM's over the years from this group are all responsible for making this video possible.
We were approached by a production company with a successful YouTube channel a couple of years ago. They found us online using the search phrase, "Arizona permaculture". That took them to our website followed by a call to discuss their motives.
We provide the content; they cover all production expenses. We get some neat marketing material and the opportunity to have a professional tell our story and they benefit from the views and ad income. We had final say on the edit- but honestly, we didn't change a thing.
It was a great experience but one and done for us. We are way more comfortable behind a keyboard than a camera. We wish PARAGRAPHIC every success as they are working hard to put up professional quality, meaningful content. Please share the video with friends if you like it!
Truly Amazing and yet that even those words seems woefully inadequate. 
