A Day in the Life - Summer Edition

[@chelseasummers2365]

I can’t get enough of your videos Ruth. They are food for my soul. One thing that I noticed was that you walk around a lot barefoot which is really healthy. Grounding has so many health benefits. Not sure if you know much about grounding, but if you go onto KZbin and research grounding or earthing, you’ll soon learn that your doing your body good by walking on the dirt and on the land. But maybe you already know that. Another thing I noticed was your pantry when you opened it. Unlike most modern American pantries filled with pretty containers and packets of processed food, yours had everything needed, but nothing was prepackaged or store-bought, which I thought was amazing. I admire you as a mom, homemaker, and as a woman. You truly are a superwoman Ruth!

[@susangolden7383]

I am retired (73) and it is just my husband and myself at home now. We have a little country home at the edge of a tiny town and have a number of raised garden beds (6' down is straight hard clay), a yard full of flowering shrubs, a few grapes, and 10 chickens! We have been trying to wean ourselves away from buying processed foods and often I find myself thinking from scratch is just too much work. However, after watching this video and the number of things you do in just one day, I realize that it is worth the effort and I can do it! So, I pull up your videos and work along side you and before I know it, I have accomplished a lot and gotten a good meal planned for dinner. Thank you so much for the time you spend creating these videos. They are worth every minute to all of us who are so inspired by your energy, patience, and kindness! It's back to fixing dinner (from scratch) and then I can get back to making my apron!!!

[@JimJam7256]

Ruthann, you remind me of the virtuous woman in Proverbs 31. She's so industrious, she watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:

[@JuliannaJohnson-nn2lu]

Amen, Ruthann’s videos are a blessing!!!!

[@dontalkback8067]

Amen! No eating the bread of idleness there. What an inspiration to all who watch!!

[@kokomieko]

Kendrick's "yay, mom!" when you got his favorite cat out of the tree was so precious! And love seeing the kids so excited about the results of their work in their garden!

[@mollyt9714]

That sweet, "yeah mom," is there any higher honor on earth than being a heroine in the eyes of your children❤

[@truth2792]

You are such an inspirational Mom. I can see that you care deeply about teaching your children the ways and values they must aspire to live. I pray they are all shielded from ungodly indoctrination so commonplace in today's schools. Peace & Love comes from the lifestyle you are teaching them. You are a rare and beautiful mom, and it's plain to see that your children respect and adore you. I Find Your Videos... SO REFRESHING TO WATCH!

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you!!! Our children attend a small private Christian school..

[@donnamiller6674]

I love this lifestyle. It’s a lot like I was raised. I’m 73

[@tracyhyett4108]

I love you and your family so much. You are the heart of your family. So inspirational. What a simplistic way of life.

[@czecherst]

What a model of great parenting! "Yay! Mom!" (15.30, when she rescues Kendrick's favorite cat from the tree). This is way better than any reality TV, and uplifting, too!

[@doreenphillips5741]

Love seeing your kids actually doing chores;playing as children and especially seeing you teach by doing!

[@connief5154]

The amount of work you accomplish in one day is amazing. I am just in awe of you. If I was 40 years younger, I would want to be you. Makes me sad I spent all those years in an office having a 'career' only to be retired and realizing that I have done nothing worth mentioning. So glad I found your channel, I enjoy watching so much. Job well done.

[@riverduck3]

If you have chosen Christ as your Savior, and share the good news of salvation to others, then your life will have been very well-spent!

[@dianeleitzow7294]

Me too!

[@freepen1661]

Never fear Connie! Your life is valuable because you are precious in the Lord's sight

[@deborahmckinney3414]

I agree with you...I had to work outside the home and would have loved to lived like Ruthann

[@jocarson5310]

I am so impressed on how you have raised your children to be included in all the work it takes to run your household and farm.

[@nomir4065]

What a productive day! I love how involved your children are. I need to do a lot more of that.

[@beverlymiller182]

Oh what I would give for a small fraction of your energy. It's so nice to watch you and all you do. I am 64 and I used to stay busy on the farm. Oh how I miss those days. Lots of love and good wishes for you and your family. Which is so beautiful. God is great and we have c so much to be thankful for. Bless you all.

[@angelrogers6206]

I absolutely love the two little boys they're always together

[@carolynmoody9460]

What a beautiful video so much peace an such a joy to watch.. Blessings ❤️

[@cintie45]

I love how your kitchen seem to come alive when everybody woke up. You are a busy family. Thank God you teaching the kids have a blessed day

[@ashtorfarm8866]

I love that the boys are learning so many life skills. Not enough kids their age are learning how to be self-sufficient. Sooo good 😊

[@brendarobertson2145]

WHEW! I am exhausted and strangely invigorated at the same time. I want a piece of that cheese and some of that butter spread on a slice of homemade bread. Wonderful video, totally inspiring to all of us homemakers and everybody.

[@dearestvirginia6786]

Sending you and your beautiful family lots of love and light! You are truly remarkable. ❤️🙏🏼🤗 You shine with the Lord’s light.

[@barbaragann9786]

I came across your video few days ago you know I've seen a lot of women like all super moms but evidently they've never seen you I hope she'll accept this as a compliment from a 77 year-old I've never seen a lady with so much energy and you sure have raised your children it's special to me to see this since I lost my mom when I was 9 and then lost my dad also this is a family that I would love to have been part of our one like it's what I'm trying to say I just think you are so blessed and you're such an overwhelming joy to watch appreciate the way you treat y'all all your you look to me like you're a very sweet and kind loving mother I just wanted to tell you these things. The Lord Jesus sure is good

[@claireryan8074]

If you put a piece of rubber shelf liner under your cutting board it won’t skid around on you. Also works great to open tight jar lids! You have a beautiful family.

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you!!!!

[@jillmcdonald1714]

Good Morning Ruth Ann, It seems like everyone is onboard with everyone that has the pleasure of watching your amazing channel! You are such an inspiration to me and us all! I was watching a podcast with you and you talked about your children and a couple of boys that you adopted. I am so impressed by you and your Love of God and Family! I wish I had even a small bit of you in my messy home! I am a widow and disabled but I still have ambition! Nothing like you but trying to do the best I can at 62. Your home is so clean and organized and you have an amazing relationship with your children! I hope to have a homestead and a nice garden. I am recovering from surgery so wasn’t able to have a garden this year. My brother is two years older than me and he lives with me after his wife to be passed away 3 years ago. I took care of my mum when she ended up like so many of the 14 siblings and had Alzheimer’s disease. I was very Limited on being able to go anywhere due to her condition. She passed away Jan. 1st, 2022. That day was also my deceased Husbands birthday. It is still difficult to think about, my husband’s birthday and my mums death day. I don’t mean to bring you down but I know that they along with my dad are healthy and happy and living in Heaven with our Heavenly Father! I Hope and Pray that God will be with you and your amazing Family. Your children are the most Amazing children I’ve ever seen! This seems to be the Lords calling for you. I don’t see much of Elvin on here tho! It seems as though you and the children do everything and he comes home for dinner. I would like to hear about him and what he does during his day while you seem to be slaving away! I don’t mean to say anything bad about him cuz I don’t know anything about him. I do know that he has an Amazing Wife and Children and seems to have the world with you. GOD BLESS YOU ALL & keep on going! I wish I could afford to sponsre your channel, you sure do deserve it, but until God helps me get a raise on my disability, it’s all I can do to take care of myself and my wonderful Big Brother. I have total Respect for you. You are a Gift from God and we are all benefited by you and your lifestyle! And, your boys are adorable!

[@SuzieQ-lw2kp]

I understand he leaves for work early the kids drop his lunch off on their way to school and then the evening he does chores with his oldest son. That's the way i understand it im sure since he was raised like Ruthann he is a hard worker also just probably don't want to discuss where and what he does because they are some on here love to cause trouble. I love watching everything Ruth Ann uploads i don't think i have ever seen anyone work as much as her and have the patience she doesdhe is one fantastic lady. 😊

[@leannekenyoung]

Love how you tried your cheese and then each of the boys wanted a taste too!!! Super cute! I wish I had half your energy and skills!!!! God bless! 🥰❤️🙏🏻🇨🇦

[@carolkothmann6074]

Whenever I am not too motivated to do my housework I watch one of your videos. You work so hard, but with such a happy attitude. You inspire me.

[@judyrodriguez6231]

I’ve recently discovered your fun and interesting channel..what a beautiful family you have and I admire your parenting skills and incredible energy. Your children are adorable and so helpful to you. You are doing such a great job at raising your children.. and all your endeavors, animals, I’m just blown away and quite nostalgic since I grew up in Minnesota on a farm so this takes me back there. I live in California and have for 55 years and raised 3 boys here in Southern California. I now have 3 grandchildren and my how the time has flown. Thank you for your wholesome channel and keep up the good work God has given you!👍✨✨💓💫

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Ruthanne, you have such a beautiful and God filled life. Your family is so blessed to have so many animals to grow with. It is wonderful to see children working side by side with their parents. God has blessed your hard work. 🐕😺💒🐖🐄🐑🐐🦃🐥🦆🦋🐞

[@sarahoneal7427]

Could you do “a day in the life” for all seasons? I consider you a great mentor as I have learned so much from you. We are putting our kids in a local church private school next fall and I would LOVE to see how you run a typical school day.❤️❤️

[@Ruthannzimm]

Yes I really need to do that

[@louiseestabrooks6797]

What do take for energy? I eat good food too but of course I am 83.

[@DougYoberg]

From the Mrs- I so enjoy watching a day in the life with the Zimmerman’s. Thank you for taking the time to videotape these! Precious family life on the homestead:)

[@donnaholmes2496]

I love how your family works together. May God be with you and your family.

[@2L82Sk8Bye]

I’ll say it again…you have an absolutely beautiful home and farm. I love the large trees and fence by the driveway. I bet coming home into that driveway feels like a hug. 🌻 I had to come back to say I’m dizzy 😂. RuthAnn you’re like a well-oiled machine. You go go go from the moment you finish that coffee at the picnic table and only sit down for a quick lunch. It makes my head spin. I guess that’s what comes from doing things for years. You have so much knowledge to pass on. I enjoy everything about your videos.

[@melaniealison5889]

I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR HOW KENDRICK Came to your family....I love how he is so loved by all..

[@rainspringing]

At least two of the youngest boys are foster adoptions, not sure about the third! All three are very endearing. 🥰

[@carlyelly]

Harrison is a spitting image of Ruthann and her shadow, such a sweetheart ~ Kendrick seems to want to be the leader of the pack, love his spunk~ Maxwell seems much more independent and cool as a cucumber, a natural leader. Hadessa seems to be a mama hen but also so great with the animals. She seems to appreciate her book reading time~yet learning so much from Ruthann! Mitchell seems to be a very hard worker and knows how to get things done. What a great role model for the younger boys and what a gift to have that extra muscle around when needed! Love this channel from a former South Dakotan living in Az. Missing my midwestern life but truly enjoy watching the Zimmerman family. Ruthann, you are an inspiration to women!

[@ahambrahmasmi-qk9ui]

I loved seeing those cats eyes glaze over in ecstacy at getting that warm milk. So funny ❤

[@ThePennie46]

Why would it matter? A family is what I see🥰🤗🤲

[@faigee3493]

I love hearing how family members came to be...whether natural or planted later its all Devine!!

[@lauralowery9303]

This is wonderful! You are teaching life lessons that they would never learn in public school. Great job! Lum 💖

[@christineestelle2510]

I love learning from you Ruthann.. you are such an inspiration and a blessing. Thank you for all that you do!

[@thegranmama]

What a heart filling video. My dream life filled thru watching your family. Thank you for the share

[@mariakatechis7072]

What a beautiful homestead you have ... I absolutely love the way you have all the kids participating and helping with house chores...You really are teaching them to be independent individuals and carry on The traditions!!! God bless you all!!!

[@marshascott]

Love to look at your sunrises and sunsets. It’s like god is present and blessing all of you,

[@mairzydotes3548]

Your homestead is beautiful. Watching the kids sampling the cheese was too cute.

[@donnawilde2936]

This kids are living the life!! Thanks for sharing.

[@jeannet9592]

What a sweet life, and man are you busy! "Yeah, Mom!" That was precious.

[@robingreany899]

Was fantastic seeing you and the kids doing the chores together. You guys are so very busy. All work together very well. Hearts and flowers coming your way. ❤️💐

[@vickywray7285]

Oh my goodness!! I’m glad it is bedtime because I am exhausted watching and imagining all the work you and your family did in this video!!! Wonderful to see everyone work together to make your household run.

[@Linda-f8q6p]

I'm 60 but I wish you could adopt me. What a beautiful life you've made for your family. God is good.

[@tracieclark8546]

Wish you offered a cookbook with your recipes…like the pickles 😊

[@JuliannaJohnson-nn2lu]

I would buy at least 4🙏😅

[@celiaambrose9008]

Love your videos! What a busy day for all of you. I drink leftover coffee also. I didn't see you take a break at all. It is great to see how well your kids jump in with their chores. What I love most is your sweet smile and happy attitude in the midst of constant work.

[@curban616]

What a beautiful family. Everybody working together..makes light of the work! You are a busy momma! ❤ your channel!

[@sharonoytb21]

I absolutely LOVE this! You and your family are such an inspiration! Kids not absorbed in electronics!! I Love it!

[@JWimpy]

I just came across your lovely channel and it is great. I have been binge-watching your past videos. I especially love how your family all work together to make a home. Those kids will certainly grow up with common sense and the ability to live without relying on the government. Good work ethics, a father and mother, and a lot of love. That is what holds families together.

[@rebeccabodmer5498]

Hello from NW Montana- just discovered your channel and I am loving it. I'm retired but still gardening, canning, and love videos about farm life. You have a beautiful family- God bless!

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you and welcome!!

[@terawoodruff3455]

Love love that you’re kitchen gets a little messy as you’re working sometimes too! It’s real life ☺️ would love to see all the day in the life’s as the seasons change 😊😊

[@bonniefordahl7065]

I’m exhausted from just watching this video! You are an amazing woman, Mom and wife! Don’t know how you do it!!❤

[@PorterValleyRanch]

Hey there! Looking forward to being on the Homestead Documentary with you guys! Subbed and excited to watch more

[@amhowell13]

I would love to know the ingredients to make the brine for the pickles and other things you fix on a regular basis. I’m watching as many videos as I can to learn. ❤️❤️❤️

[@gmdelatorre3759]

You have a beautiful family! Thank you for sharing, GM

[@rachelcrenshaw363]

This was such a wonderful video! I did my embroidery while I watched. Thank you for all the amazing things you share with us!

[@Ruthannzimm]

😍 thank you for being here!!!!

[@jillpalmore2527]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video, glad to know you have small obstacles too with chickens and ducks. With messy water and eggs scattered about.

[@Ruthannzimm]

😅😅 yes

[@firstaozlastaoz8212]

Even in my younger days ,you get done more in 1 day than I did in three or 4 days days. Blows my mind.

[@Katya-zj7ni]

Idyllic life for the children, fresh air good food loving family and donkeys too. Blessings to all of you .

[@valenffrisco]

God Bless you all!

[@bluekatgal7300]

Your garden looks lush. I am retired and trying to grow cucumbers this year. You have a great amount of energy. I worked long hours and never had that level of energy. 😊Blessings on your family and friends. Thanks

[@tiegrsidesignsandstudio4794]

Early morning sun is the best. I need to make it a habit to get out to the garden early each morning.

[@louiseestabrooks6797]

I just love your farm.Lived on one years ago until my husband passed and kept been cows 8 years after that with the help of my grandson. Still miss the cows. I think they get into your blood.

[@lisaholt3627]

You are an amazing mother. The children are so precious. Love your daughters smile, so pretty.

[@josettesurpris2461]

All the time, may God Blessed You and your family.

[@kellyharbaugh9391]

I enjoyed it. Thank you for making the video. I love watching you and your children work together you’re a beautiful family.

[@marinaj3633]

What a blessing your family is. Such a joy to watch 💕🌱

[@JanLinNV]

Beautiful home and family! You are truly blessed. ❤

[@suedavis681]

You and the kiddos operate like a well oiled machine. Love, lots of patience, high expectations and appreciation for a job done well is I bet how your children are being raised. Keep up the good work. I have heard several canners mention only bringing water up to the shoulders of the jars being canned. Yours is the first time I have actually seen it done. Do you have much siphoning with this method? Any problems with seals?

[@Ruthannzimm]

In the 100s of jars this year I’ve only had one or two that didn’t seal and I haven’t had any siphoning

[@colleenhager4507]

Thank you for sharing your family with us!!😘

[@MarleneBush]

Such a joy filled family! Blessings, Marlene

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you!!!!

[@loritrotter6354]

What a lovely day!

[@carlafawcett6494]

Such a lovely day and the children are gorgeous : )

[@KimsKluckers]

❤️ I so enjoy watching your children helping and enjoying the outdoors. What a blessing. 🥰

[@neppieb]

What a wonderful and busy life you live. I couldn't help but laugh at the fast forward parts in the kitchen. It looked like ants going about their busy life. TFS

[@justjules-pourlyequipped9303]

Thumbs up . . . Thanking you . . . ❤💖❤ I love these day in a life videos of your family ❤💖❤

[@MaggiePhigeland]

Teamwork makes work easy. Well done you all. Great pleasure watching and learning from you.

[@susan-almosta_farm8823]

This was so fun and relaxing to watch. Thank you!

[@girlwithaplan1680]

Thank you for sharing a day in your shoes!

[@amyroberts7248]

Digging up potatoes and carrots are my favorite! Its like Christmas morning to me.. All the kids are getting so big so fast. Thank you for inspiring me. God bless you and your family.

[@kkandjfischer2903]

Such a beautiful place you have created for your family, you sure do have a full busy day I wish I had half your energy and patience to do all you do!!

[@pellis8985]

What a lovely day! Full of hard work and family💗

[@dawnsmith-wright7382]

You and your family are So very Blessed! Thank you so much for your channel... reminds me of when all my 6 children were growing and nearly everything was homemade... I still keep the basics but now it's only us 2 and sometimes my adult children and granddaughters

[@leanneschultz4752]

Refreshing to see the kids helping & not hooked up to devices! They are a well oiled machine, work together as a family! Very respectful children, well loved family!

[@nellieblighhill4575]

You are an ama,ing mother, partner and human being. I love watching what you and your family do. My grandchildren love watching too and learn a lot from watching 😊 what your children do.

[@hillarywattenbarger3203]

So much joy! Love your videos so much❤️

[@wendyzimmerman6002]

I absolutely love this family and their work ethics and values I wish more families were like theirs

[@lorilusk5811]

What a beautiful garden 😊

[@lindapotter5750]

That's the kind of paddles we worked the buttermilk out of the butter before salting it and putting it in the mold for selling. We lived a lot like you do...😮

[@reneelavoie9807]

What a beautiful day! Thanks for sharing!❤

[@jacquibiggart1578]

It’s cute to see the Little’s stumbling (sleepy/groggy) through chores and morning routine. And you and the older kids being efficient and quick. Such a great lesson for the Little’s (life skills)

[@rebeccadavis6812]

You all do such a good job with your videos; I enjoy seeing them. You all stay busy and do good work together! Thank you for sharing.

[@Ruthannzimm]

Thank you!!

[@janeschultz9951]

I would love your pickle recipe

[@marlys7426]

I love this video. It’s a lot more fun doing chores with someone than by yourself. The children seem to enjoy everything they do. RuthAnn, you’re an amazing woman.

[@debrawilson2893]

Beautiful family! Love watching how you all work together!

[@clairewerthman2467]

Suggestion. Plant cherry tomatoes on your arch. Pretty & functional ☀️

[@nancyhaywood6486]

that picture you have for the beginning of your videos is such a beautiful picture. you have a fabulous homestead. i am amazed how much you accomplish each day, and how you and the children work together. you are an amazing woman. thank you for sharing your time with us.

[@christyleigh696]

Our girls used to love playing school! Our kindergartner was the teacher and the 3 year old learned to read and write that way. She started kindergarten at age 4 and after 10 years in government schools. She finished at home in 8 months!

[@Ruthannzimm]

Wow!!! That’s so fast!!!

[@christyleigh696]

@@Ruthannzimm she started high school with 4.1Gpa. She took all advanced classes. When school went remote and she had no help from teachers and we couldn't help her, we hired a tutor. Once she completed her advanced classes in 2020, she needed very few credits to graduate by state standards. We started homeschool and her whole personality changed! She truly excelled and became a better person. She has also worked the past 11 months at the warehouse her father manages and saved up for her very first car! We couldn't be prouder!

[@Joe-ew5rt]

Your ability to multitask makes me both envious and impressed. What a busy life you lead. Just like my mom, when you have a big family everyone needs to help. When I was a kid I didn't even realize that this wasn't the norm.

[@israelins1]

Another great video! God bless you and your family! Your the best!

[@daryskinner720]

So glad to have discovered your channel - learning some wonderful things, thank you.

[@kathygoskey6701]

What a good day. Busy but good

[@claudinepotvin-giordano1154]

Thank you for sharing. Made me smile