4th of July for our Family in Florida

Click the link below to get my NEW FAMILY COOKBOOK:
plainandnotsoplain.com/my-coo...
You can visit my blog for FREE homeschool curriculum and encouragement for your home over at
plainandnotsoplain.com
Visit my Amazon store and see ALL the things that make my life easier:
amazon.com/shop/amymaryon
This is the coffee I enjoy drinking:
maverickscoffee.com​
FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES: [e-mail]
You can send mail to:
PO Box 86
Parrish, FL 34219
My music is from epidemicsound.com

[@janellmichael2166]

Idea to help with the wet sand issue: Having grown up in CA, I can empathize with those who can't stand the feeling of wet sand under their swim suits. But there is a simple solution - baby powder or baby cornstarch. While in the restroom, just take the time to put baby powder on in those areas and it will immediately dry the sand and make it fall off. Great to do with everyone's feet before getting back in the car after being on the beach too. Blessings, Janell

[@juliemiller4288]

Papaya is great for digestion. When we had tummy aches as kids, our mom would give us a papaya tablet. Always worked. I still use them as an adult.

[@HannahMattox]

Jayden is going to be such an amazing addition to the working class and all around great person ❤ she's so amazing and multi-talented!❤

[@thefourwalls8966]

I love your Mom coffee mug. Happy 4th to yall!

[@lorigoins1765]

I like the way you did your seasonings. Some I use often but I still like them all put away

[@briannamartin4358]

Happy 4th 🎉🎉 Have a wonderful week 🪻🌷🪻

[@priscillaroberts2429]

Jayden is awesome! So helpful in so many ways!

[@leeannbjortvedt8786]

So glad you all had a fantastic Florida 4th of July!!! 🎉❤🎉❤

[@rondamcbride6607]

You guys are a hoot and a holler Love the hunt for the fireworks. Can’t wait to see you get all the organizers done. I love organizing.

[@lehasmith9955]

Loving the long video so happy for you guys xxxx

[@maryhodges1673]

Great video!! Love your new home it is so beautiful 🇺🇸🌻

[@dianajones8536]

My son was born on July 4th. We have always gone to the beach and vacationed and celebrated his birthday during that time. Yes! It was crowded! But we loved watching the fireworks on the beach. We just rode the golf cart back to where we we’re staying. We always made it a big deal because it was his birthday. I really enjoyed watching your family have fun together. I think you all are awesome parents! ❤️🎉

[@juliejones7358]

Amy, I’ve had my herbs and spices on the back of my cooker, near heat for years. I’ve been married for nearly 40 years and they’ve NEVER been ruined.

[@lisamurawske4168]

I really look forward to your vlogs! Such a great family!❤🎆🇺🇸

[@StandingInMyPower]

Good morning! It’s great to see you getting settled and exploring.

[@amymaryon]

Good morning

[@janallen541]

I love the outfits you wear...they look so cool!

[@angelabrockman7816]

The spice drawer looks great! ❤

[@sandratoonen6759]

Good morning from the Nederlands...I love your video's.

[@kathycunningham6677]

Good morning Amy What a fun 4th day with your family. When you have nothing planned all of a sudden you can make the best day ever. You had it all covered from food to fireworks. I’m glad I / we got to share in it. Thanks a million. Have a beautiful and blessed day……great job with spices too😊😊😊😊

[@jackieburnett6881]

Such a fun 4th of July! Loved watching y’all having such great family time! Well, the mango didn’t go over well and I don’t really have a suggestion! Lol! I do want to say the organization plan was fantastic but I personally would not put my spices on the back of the stove several reasons heat and life of spices, but the containers will get messy and require a lot of upkeep… grease and steam makes a lot of upkeep. This is only my opinion because I have tried and it didn’t work for me. But I’m not saying it will not work in your home. Amy you are so blessed to have such a wonderful family. Also Greg is an amazing husband and father! Y’all are perfect for one another. You complement each other! Everything is really coming along really great and you have accomplished a lot. You are definitely getting there!Happy 4th to you and family!

[@carolynczachura138]

Good morning Amy.. Great vlog as always. Loved it. In your spare time my Mom and I need you to come and get us organized. Lol. Have a great day. ❤❤❤ Carolyn and Jackie.

[@desireediaz5331]

We moved into our new home almost 2 weeks ago, and at our age (61 & 65), it was tough. EVERYTHING hurts! LOL Thankfully we had packers and movers, BUT we still had a lot to do. I suffer from fibromyalgia, so I’ve been having hip pain. Everything is FINALLY clean and organized, so all that’s left, is hanging pictures. As tired as we are, we’re so thankful to live near our 2 sons and grandson. Keep up the great work Amy and Greg, and rest when you can!❤️❤️❤️

[@marietajalle391]

Good evening Amy! Love your spice jars. It's looking good. Scavenger hunt was hilarious to watch. Nice having to watch fireworks while relaxing in your pool area. Thanks for sharing. Hafa adai and love from the island of Guam 🌴❤🌴

[@Blessedgal_3897]

Publix is my favorite to shop at especially for their buy 1 get 1 free deals. 😊 Hope you have a wonderful week Amy. ❤❤❤❤

[@Janice_1979_]

my husband feels numb and sore everyday, he is a trailor mechanic so he has a very physical job. But my husband also bike rides so he doesnt feel it so much. Gotta keep active. As you get older its important to stay active and healthy. Great video Amy and Greg.

[@joanneramirez3430]

That was fun to watch. Thanks for sharing your day with us. It’s nice to see your family have fun. Happy 4th of July. 🎉

[@donnaallison7462]

The heat and salt will cause you to have inflammation which will cause numb feeling .Nice spice organization! I hope you all have a great week.

[@vasseurkarin]

Glad you like there .in Florida . like your home

[@MarieEnglish]

Yes I’m sore as well , starting a health journey and exercising. Y’all are color on a matching scale .

[@claudiawaddel2429]

I have the same clear containers with the wood lids and I keep them on the top of the stove. All is well

[@lizwalton2489]

I purchased a set of borosillic glass containers with the bamboo lids about a yewr ago. They were origionally intended for my spices but i have different set of glass spice jars in use, pluss the Lord gave me a wooden spice turntable so i decided to use the borosillic glass containers with bamboo lids for my broad range of fruit teas, floral teas, vanilla powder, caramel powder & hot chocolate powder & a range of coffees. It's good to see you & Gregg working as a team on YT. May you all be blessed.

[@vintagechyck4688]

Yay! You found the utility knife! 🎉

[@patriciagreene5842]

Love that don’t feel Guilty, do what you can do ❤

[@janicereed6427]

Great Video Family the Fourth of July food looked great

[@maryskindacrafty]

Love what you did with your spices! I love the chemistry you and your husband have together. We have been seeing so much more of him in Florida. We spent the fourth in our pool and just watch our community fireworks. It is always great!

[@kellyclark2684]

Morning 3am here and I love watching before I go to bed. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@amymaryon]

Thanks for watching.. good night

[@lizwalton2489]

PS You've done a lovely piece of work with your new spice set layout.

[@missdee3]

Hi Amy , papaya is great to aid digestion and you might like it better if you dehydrated it , I don’t have a tree in my yard so I buy some fresh but mostly dried then I make a nice trail mix with it

[@robinbadura2226]

You can get the film sheet you cut yourself frosting patterns to put on your Kitchen windows it let the light come in but not the glare of the sun.

[@christinnascreations9072]

Green arrow you are good to go. Green light , no arrow you yield to on coming traffic. Oh my gosh kudos to Jayden and Brooklyn that was such a good and fun idea. Wow making incredible new memories 🎇🎆🎇!

[@queeniesnailcourtlong8743]

Thanks for another great video! Happy 4th of July! Want a great workout? Walk in your pool easy on joints and great resistance. ❤

[@suelnnapier9646]

My spices and baking spices like cocoa, i put them in half pint mason jars with the screw on lids. It works great.

[@sarahsiskin6780]

Oh Greg. Lol. I just know this whole pool will be different in a few months. Good going! Nice to see him have a project he seems to enjoy. More than mowing. Looks hot down there guys

[@kathybridges3343]

Amazon has a spice rack that has magnets, I put mine on the side of my fridge and love it

[@user-bo1rj2xu2s]

Your neighbors did a great job with the fireworks which made it festive and easy for the neighborhood. A great ending to a wonderful day of celebration.

[@Mom-pu8vt]

It’s an Indian mango tree, still too small yet to grow mango though. Once it gets taller, it will start flowering then producing mangoes. Water it daily though.

[@jenniferhenrich2852]

Hey Amy. You can roast papaya, Martha Stewart recipe. If you google there are health benefits. Also could be added to tropical smoothie with pineapple, mango etc. You could prepare and freeze extrafor the winter. The roasted recipe sounds interesting. From Toronto with love ❤

[@dianaferiana1972]

❤❤❤🎉🎉Congrats Amy on 144K...

[@diversekakes]

I bought spice jars on Amazon like you that I fill with my store bought spices and I store the back up containers in a different space out of the way and then before I think I’m out of a spice I check my refill bottles and it works out great! My only complaint: I have granite countertops and there has been a hand full of times that one of the kids has dropped the glass bottle and it shattered, so I think the drawer is a great idea!

[@shirleymorgan9254]

Glad to see y’all having fun. Happy 4th.

[@cynthiafrance6741]

so fun thanx for always sharing , good night

[@mariamckenna808]

Amy you are very motivational n uplifting. By the way you look awesome. You and ur hubby really love each other you wld never no u have 10 kids. I come from a family of 10 kids. U have to be organized with a family of 12 especially. My mom did everything she wanted to do everything herself. I'm not have the mom my mom was. But life is diff. I worked outside the home. I had 5 kids. All grown. Time flies. Have a great day

[@kristina6832]

LOVE, LOVE, my under the counter lights. Most of the time, that is all we will turn on. Makes a great back drop.

[@bentsewa1]

Hi Amy, with the Papaya it's best to first peel it before cutting into it.

[@theechacha]

Happy 4th of July 😃

[@lucindasutt7365]

Chilli Spice Mix, Fajitas Spice Mix, your Salad Dressing Mix, Indian Spice Mix like Garam Marcela. I try and make all my spice mixes because they use up my spices much faster. Yes recessed lighting is no good for under cabinet seeing. I was so surprised how big your great room is. Hugh house and beautiful.😊

[@mimijones4963]

Hi Amy, yay you tried papaya. Those you cut aren’t fully ripe yet. Place in brown paper bag to help them along. Once ripe the best eaten with a spoon- straight out of the skin once you scoop the seeds out. That tree looks more like avocado. Can you take a closer picture/look of the leaves?

[@ShellL]

Oh my Goodness Brown Sugar on Sauerkraut. It sounds weirdly amazing, can’t wait to try it. Thank Greg’s Boss

[@janetwebb7127]

The hanging baskets on the inside of your pantry door that I mentioned yesterday, would be great for your seasonings that you don’t use as often or your bigger containers plus your extras!

[@amymaryon]

Yes i may do that. Thank you

[@vanessaward2348]

I lived in the Philippines for a year...and we ate our papayas once they turned yellow. They were much larger, too.

[@lisafountain9306]

Good morning from the uk Amy xx hope you have a fantastic day xx

[@amymaryon]

You as well 😄

[@ArtieLeporiJr]

In PA we all put apple cider vinegar and brown sugar on our kraut… amazing on hotdogs!!

[@carolstead5404]

The moisture would also get into your spice jars while you are cooking if you store at the back of your hob! Spices look great in your draw😉

[@susancollins1881]

Amy I have used the works in my fiberglass shower for the last 15 years and it does take off the yellowing from the hard water/well

[@amymaryon]

Smiling

[@treyjoyner1932]

I already watched your vlog, Amy. I hope you had your 1st "July 4" in Florida. I need to go back and watch your videos about moving from North Carolina to Florida. I moved from North Carolina to Georgia in 1990. I went to Florida to explore Walt Disney World in 2010. Within this past July 4 and a tad afterwards, I watched the movies, had a barbecue and watched 3 DVR'd fireworks' specials. I had hotdogs and cheeseburgers with mustard and ketchup. I also had grilled chicken and baked beans. I ate the last of the small "July 4" cupcakes.

[@holywatermama]

Our son-in-law accepted a job in Florida last summer. They, with their 3 daughters moved to Winter Haven, and we went for the 4th of July. July 3rd there was a waterski show and fireworks. It was great and everyone seemed to be having a good time. It seems that there's so much free things for kids to do. Oh, and we're from Louisiana and while it was hot in Florida, it wasn't sweltering like Louisiana.

[@angeloverturff7323]

Green arrow at the turn protects the driver turning, the solid green light means you can go but you are taking a risk of getting hit so be careful, because oncoming traffic is still going and not stopped.

[@cindysmith5855]

Amy put your other spoon holder up next to your stove like the other one and put some things in it like your spatula whisk like Kimberly did on the wads. I think it would look nice.

[@angelabiggs6951]

I just ordered a commerical hot dog roller cannot wait for it to come in

[@terifricke848]

Found 70 is lowest to run air to get best results. Seems to feel cooler and less stress on the unit. Also heard run unit no more than a 20 degree outside difference

[@peggytaylor2616]

Try some blinds for kitchen. They come in different colors and easy to clean.

[@arlenegreer7599]

I am from Sarasota, alot of people take their boats in the bay to watch the fireworks! It is so cool! You will love it!

[@amymaryon]

We wanted to but are so unfamiliar with where to go ..next year

[@samanthazehr9965]

Great 4th of July with the family!! Jayden is so creative and fun. Hope your having a great day, see you tomorrow!!🙂❤🙏

[@leslieiannottacronin2176]

You might consider lemon, lime and grapefruit trees. The blossoms smell great too!

[@tammymilner814]

Some spice racks that are magnetic to go on your freezer for some.

[@kahiolanipapalimu3186]

Papaya seed dressing is wonderful!

[@caglrz2183]

The goya sazon is good on everything, chicken, pork chops, stews. Must try n especially your rice

[@Cathy1223]

We have kept two pairs of scissors in the kitchen for many years! 😂 It was such a battle when we had six kids at home! I could never find my scissors!

[@doloresrozman5612]

There are many grocery stores that carry large size jars of spices,herbs

[@kathycourington4748]

I wish you were my neighbor you're so motivating and I would have you come over and energized and motivate me with my spices in my organizing and then I'd have you pray over me and I'd go to it thank you for all your encouragement and all your sharing

[@TracyShead-Stamey]

I used the works for rust in my tub way back in the day. My tub was cast iron though. Not sure if that means anthing though.

[@aligurl100]

I really like seeing your iPad clock on the counter. For me it's enjoyable seeing the time pass as you speed up the video when you are doing things. To see how long it's actually taking you to do something. HAHAHAHA, I know that is totally weird. For the papaya, it's a natural stomach acid reducer and helps greatly for relieving heartburn. You can also freeze it and put it in smoothies if you don't like the texture of eating it fresh.

[@amymaryon]

I understand completely about the time things ..we will have to try that thank you

[@lisarudyk5767]

Put all your spare spices in a box in the bottom of your cupboard in the hallway out of the way so when you need to refill you can just pull it out. Have a great day. Ripe papaya is yummy and sweet. It does smell weird. X

[@berniehoohuli]

Hi Amy! Try spooning out the papaya, like you do with avocado. Much easier than skinning then cutting. Enjoy!🩷

[@riograndelily8344]

Amy , your handling this kitchen storage like a champ. I did not realize how big your last home was. I would be crying or buys storage cabinets. You are showing others Love by being the example of '" I can do all things through Christ whom gives me strength" Every thing looks great. Can't wait for the painting to begin✝ 💖

[@KitchenLivinwithShay]

Amy, *complete seasoning* can also be called all purpose seasoning.

[@priscillaclancy478]

Well putting childs issues ahead of your own is the greatest sign of caring i think because at the end of the day no firework display is worth it not been enjoyed at as jaden and broklyn proved more ways then one to enjoy it🎉🎉. Also somestimes i think i need to get a bike lock for the scissors😂 have blessed day all

[@janicereed6427]

Amy just commenting before you get out of the kitchen,you should buy some under counter lighting and it makes a huge difference. I have wonderful lighting overhead but off to the side is dark. Just saying

[@kathybridges3343]

Love mine

[@liberty121]

Yes, it helps so much!

[@diversekakes]

Any recommendations? Great idea

[@cindyfuller6394]

I agree. Under counter lights have helped HUGE in my small kitchen.

[@dotgoodwin4312]

Good advice!

[@kelliannebirchler1814]

I would like to try those ribs 😋 look yummy. Happy 4th 🇺🇸

[@tammybelt1621]

Being in Florida don't forget to water your fruit trees daily. Your home is beautiful!!!

[@sharondunsmore9768]

You and your husband are hilarious together getting lost that's the sort of thing we do . When we just moved up to our house we ran right past the opening and had turn and go back.We used to get lost all the time my son used to say where are we going we said just a detour and he said nope we are lost it was so funny we got there in the end love your channel.❤ From Scotland

[@glendabrekke5475]

i have the same small spice jars. some label the top of jars too. The tall glass jars will look good on back of stove, because you have a big stove vent I don't think they will get hot. R there rules living in HOA community for fireworks? I believe I heard you say that. consider putting a rubber bumper foot on all your drawers and cabinet doors so you don't hear the slam sound. it would be like you wouldn't hear them close. Thanks for sharing your family fun time and fireworks

[@rebekagoodmanson8004]

Papaya is soo yummy! Squeeze lime over it! And we like it cold. Put it in the fridge for a bit.

[@kathybridges3343]

What a fun time❤

[@karenselogic7742]

The complete season is like the all season . Some have labels that just say all season

[@tammyrayburn1700]

Becky from Acre homestead stores the spices she uses most on a shelf right next to her stove ...I'm sure yours be be just fine on the back of your stove ....very convenient ...try it ..if you notice a difference In their taste after a bit you can always move them

[@amymaryon]

Yes

[@heatherbarbour781]

I just love your family Amy. Thanks for sharing your life with us!

[@nancyworley6805]

We have those here in Lebanon Missouri. It is fun to make a left turn lol! Papaya is better when it is dried Ms Amy. You might give that a try.

[@Anna-jx1on]

Food looks delicious! 🥙Games looked fun 🎆

[@jillcarlson2076]

The mango tree has probably already finished for the year. Ours is and it’s July 11th Welcome to Florida!! We live between Tampa and Orlando. A great state to live in! 🥰🙏💕

[@amymaryon]

I appreciate this very much thank you ☺️

[@lorelletravis2650]

Could you take the papaya to church to share with others? Or put them in a blessing box, if you have them in your area. @amymaryon

[@rebeccabrimmer7145]

That does look like the leaves of a mango tree but they take a very long time to produce fruit and that looks to be a fairly young tree. I would suggest giving it some fertilizer or food for fruit trees. I also wanted to make a note that it’s too bad that no one liked the papaya because it’s excellent to help with digestion issues. The enzymes in it help break down foods that are dense and hard to break down.

[@happycazimero1349]

Mango trees grow really huge and that’s when they flower then bear fruit