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[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

I accidentally cut out the clip when I shared the name of the movie. It’s called The Biggest Little Farm!

[@BrutalPoppySeed]

I was just about to ask! 😅

[@anneperkins85]

Loved this movie!

[@melbee1000]

Love that movie

[@melissasmith4880]

I loved that movie too! I've watched it more then a dozen times!

[@Robinsimplyliving]

I loved that movie and it was so inspiring. I found them on Facebook. It is so neat hearing all your dreams!

[@barbarakarman8427]

One of my best friends ( Marilyn Jenkins ) passed away just recently. This quote is one of her most precious to me. in memory of her I would like to share this quote of her’s ‘ WRITE YOUR PLANS IN PENCIL, BUT GIVE GOD THE ERASER.’

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

So beautiful and true. Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@debbiewood7718]

Amen!

[@ranns160]

Yes Indeed honey

[@Julie-bq6iz]

❤

[@carlaprice413]

Sorry for your loss! What a wonderful quote!❤

[@TheEricaWarren]

I just came across a saying, not sure where it’s from, that popped back up in my brain when reading the title of this video: “The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit.” What a simple & powerful idea. ❤️ Sending loving blessings your way, beautiful family!

[@WalkingScriptureWithShanna]

Love this ❤️

[@aurinslady7119]

So true

[@michelifig6356]

Ooh, sounds like one for the stickers☺️

[@vickylineberry7788]

How Beautifully Fitting❤❤❤

[@SingleDadHomesteading]

My mother has a sign above her kitchen table that says " when your harvest is so large don't build a higher fence build a longer table"!!!

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

I have a shirt that says that!

[@coreycrawford8734]

I feel the need to homestead from dealing with my military experiences and needing peace and quiet. I feel the need to feel the Earth! I feel it's better than therapy.

[@TheDolphace]

Its proven that gut health effects brain health, and one of the fastest way you can get good gut health is to garden and eat homegrown!

[@eSheeep]

For me therapy was important in the beginning, but the real healing began with the garden. I had my last therapy session over two years ago and I'm not looking back.

[@sharonlund8220]

A s both an avid gardener and an MSW Therapist, I strobgly advise BOTH gardenibg and therapy. That is the perfect combination.🌟🌈

[@lindavancleve9363]

When we first started to build on our 20 acres of overgrown land we were overwhelmed. So what we did was write the things we wanted to do on a 3 by 5 card. Put them in order of importance. Then start working on it. When we finnish the project we toss the card. Every season we would look over each card and re-prioritize. The priority would change with the seasons. This has helped us keep our dreams and on tract. Things change, you gotta go with the flow.

[@CariMachet]

Genius

[@PatricesProjects]

Excellent advice, especially for people that get paralyzed with overanalysis. AKA, analysis paralysis. Then again, they could get stuck in trying to figure out exactly what they want and need over the long run.

[@Julie-bq6iz]

I like this method. Good idea.

[@apiecemaker1163]

Or put the accomplishment cards in a box and take them out at Thanksgiving so you can see all you’ve done and be thankful. 💛👩‍🌾

[@triofarms3317]

I love this idea!!

[@iwanttobelieve5970]

I started watching you because of the Pandemic. Last minute I decided, I wanted to grow a garden. I hadn't gardened in seven years then and I hadn't grown a garden in this rainy region that I now lived in. So my Pandemic garden was the worst garden I had ever had. But I used your videos and other gardeners as my Garden Re-education. And so this year, I expanded my garden and it has been thriving. I feel so blessed.

[@genevapriest6190]

If you live in the United States, contact your local county Extension. They are there for everybody.

[@staciegulizia4144]

Good for you for not giving up. So glad you tried again and your garden is now thriving!

[@lisaobrientheobrienway6619]

Glad your garden is thriving.

[@beyondourdoorstep]

This was refreshing to hear! We have just started our homestead journey! Bought 20 acres and a farm house. Painting that blank canvas is a DREAM! We’ll have the help, in the future at least! (We have 9 kids, ages 9 and under!) New to the channel & loving it! ❤️

[@sylviastreet5383]

Jessica, you are truly a blessing for all of us. My husband and I are honored to be two of your half million subscribers. I was an educator for over 40 years and you are one of the finest colleagues I know. Your passion and expression of your knowledge is amazing. God bless you!

[@ajudylee]

Right now it's an exceptional canvas with just a few strokes of paint... That's where every masterpiece starts. Bless you 🐸

[@jbv717]

Ben going “de do do do” after you said “here comes the sun” was the cutest thing!

[@maryhale7234]

I love sheets hung on a clothes line. They smell so good!

[@sharoncardenas5447]

In the past year look how much y'all have accomplished. Buying the property, selling the old farm, putting up fence, digging the well, getting the home there, the animals & pets there, the kiddos in school...Whew... That's alot!!! Everything will fall in place. Chip away & watch...IT IS GOING TO BE AMAZING!!! I BLESS YOU ❤🙏

[@chrissihr1031]

We had our first substantial tomato harvest this week, finally (our garden went in a month later than we planned). I tell anyone who will listen that you and Laura from Garden Answer convinced me I could grow a garden. Lo and behold, I accidentally ended up with more than 30 tomato plants and a dozen sweet pepper plants that survived, but we’re just a little family of three! So I guess I’m gonna learn how to can my own pasta sauce next. 😆

[@virginiadodgen2787]

Just finished canning 49 pints of pasta sauce. So easy and beautiful as well as delicious.

[@beastybuko]

I feel the exact same. This channel and garden answer are my go tos for any of my gardening questions. I haven’t been able to have an I ground or large garden yet but as Jess says make your waiting room your class room. Luckily my husband just got orders forth North Carolina so it will be awesome being able to watch these videos knowing the garden I’ve been waiting for will be in the same gardening zone as miah and jess.

[@cherrymcgillicuddy6300]

We just closed on a 5 acres property and it feels very overwhelming. I'm so glad I can watch someone else go through this and feel a sense that we're not alone. I was very discouraged yesterday because a water pump isn't working suddenly and the grass is so tall and the renovation is slow going. But I know in the end it will be ok. Thanks for being such a wonderful inspiration of grace and love.

[@latishakea2492]

Cherry all things happen in time so keep pressing forward. It will all be okay! Congratulations 👏 too

[@michelle-nd4qc]

We just bought 16.75 acres in Oklahoma on top of a mountain...all raw land...we are 51 and 50 starting from scratch and broke with no equipment😂😂😂😂 We are learning so much from you and others here on KZbin...Thank you...I want to see a pig scuffle

[@saralindquist464]

Literally the second you said you watched a movie and Ben woke up and wanted to tour the farm, I knew you had watched The Biggest Little Farm! Love that documentary!

[@faithfamilyhomestead]

When you said "where is my comfort lying" man, such simple words but yet so powerful to stop and think of... Also I loved Little Big Farm and cried so many times

[@sarahslovely08]

Every single time you post, The Lord speaks through what you’re doing. And the wisdom of what you’re saying is so so helpful. Thank you guys for sharing your journey.❤️🙏

[@apiecemaker1163]

Enjoy the sunshine. Enjoy the children. Enjoy each other. Enjoy the journey not just the goal. God give this family peace, patience, strength, ability, and surround them in the beauty of who You are. Amen.

[@IdaBrown]

I'm 53 and I realize my kids will finish what I start. And it's for my kids. Thanks for sharing.

[@ranns160]

Yes Indeed honey. Great words.

[@martysprague8671]

I have been watching for months and just subscribed ?!?? I learned to do my best with growing things, but also learned not to stress. Praying for your family as your needs surface.

[@dayafeickert6752]

I watched the same movie. There’s a fire and the lady packed a book they hadn’t read in like ten years😂. Real life is messy. Real farming takes time, mentors, and patient observation

[@wildflowersc8910]

The journey moving to south Carolina is beginning for me in September. My home in Texas has sold in 2 days . Thank ya'll for the prayers ,and inspiring me to start a new adventure at 66 years old , Blessings!!!

[@debcarpenter8519]

The small pond you're talking about building, would also be smart for fire protection close to the workshop, house, etc.

[@stephaniewilson3955]

A large pond would be better... ;)

[@rebeccaveasey1603]

Access to a close small pond for water is better then a larger pond that is farther away. If a fire starts you want water right away. Whichever pond is closest to whichever house is the pond you start with, hook them all up to a system, that can switch back and forth as needed, when one pond gets to a certain level it starts drawing water from the others. It might take some pump houses by each pond, with fire hoses, and a regular check to make sure all is in work order. When you live in the middle of no where the fire department tends to get there in time to keep the fire from spreading, if your lucky. Jess, you might want to get a few more fire extinguishers and go over the escape plan from the double wide with the kids, trailers go up fast, also have a meeting place on the property. The tree with the swing? The two of you have probably already thought of all of this and have your plan set. About 28 years ago I was the last one out of our burning home. No one was hurt, but we lost everything in the house. We were always moving the hoses around to water the animals and the gardens. For whatever reason there was only one length of hose connected to the well that day. When my step-father tried to pull the hose closer to the house he ended up ripping the pvc pipe in half. All he could do was stand there and watch the house he built burn to the ground. You can not be to prepared for a fire, whether it starts in the house, yard, or woods! I pray that with all the new adventures your family is starting on that having to fight a fire is not one of them. Take care and God bless you all!

[@mrsbrewer2008]

We agree with Ben! Our family watched that documentary a while back and when the ducks ate the snails, our entire living room erupted with cheers!! Such a satisfying moment.

[@AnabelsFinquita]

Come on Jess you are a pro, you got the knowledge and experience of all this years, start with one project at a time and keep smiling! Don’t think too big or you could be overwhelmed! Love you guys!

[@dr.rev.lindabingham]

Blessings to all!

[@stephanieg5195]

I loved your cheerleading message! There is no space for arrogance when anyone is trying to Homestead it’s a blank canvas it’s a learning experience and nobody needs to be made to feel ignorant! Thank you

[@angiegranberry3366]

You inspired me!!! I've had tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and flowers!! Every morning I walk outside with my coffee and God has given me a new bloom. My joy is my hybrid morning Glory. Thank you sweetheart.

[@michelleutzman]

The Biggest Little Farm is an outstanding documentary!!! So many happy (and sad) tears!!! I hope they come out with a follow-up documentary!!! So inspiring!!!

[@stephaniewilson3955]

Every little thing takes longer than you think. You know this and acknowledge it. You and your family will thrive. Your careful planning will pay off long-term.

[@chrishicks5359]

I DO realize how much blood sweat and tears goes into building a farm or anything worthwhile in life! You are doing great it will all turn around and come together! You seem so much happier where you are even though you don’t have a garden yet. I am excited to see you when you start getting your fruit fruit trees and getting them planted.… It will all come together - blessings to you and yours!

[@meladytwo]

You have a beautiful peace of property! Justin Rhodes is wonderful to watch. He and his family rotate the animals that benefit the land!

[@dpcsharr]

I knew immediately when you sat beside the tree and described the documentary that it must have been The Biggest Little Farm. Absolutely a must watch. Such a wonderful documentary.

[@shfrederick1]

You have often spoke of how at times you feel paralyzed when you have so many projects going on. You appear to be overwhelmed with this new phase in your life. You have lots of space to do just about anything a person could possibly want to do. You are most happy In your garden, planting and growing food for your family. Go build a garden!

[@Julie-bq6iz]

I don't think Jess feels paralyzed or overwhelmed. She and Miah are using good permaculture practices, which includes getting to know your land so you can make wise responsible decisions. They are being thoughtful and not rushing into things. Also, Jess already shared in a previous video her short term and long term garden plans, including what is coming for the rest of this year.

[@nicolehanshaw2783]

Jess i just wanted to say you are just absolutely beautiful and when you smile it lights up the world im looking forward to watching your family and your self

[@conniegibson9740]

Thank-you Jess. So much wisdom, “Build your farm to thrive. Abundance mentality.”

[@McMurrayHatchery]

Ducks and snails - Biggest Little Farm! Such a great movie. LOVE how they turned barren land into such a beautiful and thriving farm. You'll get there. Change is hard, my friend. But you're destined for big things and it'll be worth the wait to see. :)

[@jlrbhj]

Time, money, new skills and ... Bear! :-) And Bear represents all those sweet little moments on a farm/homestead.

[@jbv717]

Speaking of inspiration, yours and Whispering Willow Farm have sparked my old love for gardening. I’ve grown so much this year and I’m looking forward to my fall garden! Thank you guys- from Tulsa, Ok!

[@debracutler6847]

Having different pastures that you can rotate and leave one empty so the parasites will die off before the next herd is moved into it is amazing to be able to do. Plus saves on vet bills and the loss of animals. I love that your smile is still HUGE. I’m so happy for you and your family.

[@nicoleallen4744]

my husband and I JUST bought a homestead. We are late bloomers. Married 30 years and 12 kids. He took an early retirement and we are leaving California for Ohio. 10 acres, log home and beautiful huge barn and a chicken coop..I can't wait to stand out there and start planning. Thanks for all the inspiration!

[@susieclark1498]

Oh, Jess, you and your family have inspired so. many of us. I'll never be a full-blown homesteader at 74 but by golly, I have garden goodies to feed me and a few more. My "land" is on the side and back of my manufactured home in CA...just letting people know that age does not matter and neither does the amount of land. Hey, do ya think I can find silent chickens? I'm not allowed right now.

[@susanhensley2038]

I had a neighbor that denied me getting chickens for years, I finally talked her into it and I got 5 hens, these same neighbors said that the chickens were so entertaining and they weren't bothered by the sounds. Be patient, don't get roosters to start. Have a good fence, and I'll send up a prayer, they are so FUN!!!

[@kerrierichards2894]

Would quail be an option?

[@jennifergibbs9672]

I saw a thing on Pekin Ducks being the best intro animal for newbies. I think that’s what we will try before chickens! Good luck! 😘

[@Silverstreamhomecrafts]

Buff Orpingtons are very quiet, or arucanas

[@Silverstreamhomecrafts]

@@jennifergibbs9672 they're very loud, just be aware

[@Adaywrites]

Time is the most precious commodity in any farm, and from where I'm sitting, you guys have plenty. You plan to be where you are forever. Take your time. I agree with you, it'll be worth it.

[@cherylsalka4185]

I watched the same movie, well made! It's actually only 30 minutes from where I lived for 30 years. Being in California, Its a miracle they could grow a garden and orchard with a water shortage.

[@_michelle_m_m8471]

I agree! My family was so blessed to go out and eat from my garden. It makes a mother's heart so at peace. And having seeds stored up was so great. We were able to blessed others with food and help get people started in a little garden. Love the way God prepares us for the future. 🌻

[@haleymglick]

Our family LOVES The Biggest Little Farm 💕

[@southernarkansasgardener3983]

Time, Money, Skills, and Help... I feel like we are right there with you guys. We have lived on A LOT of land here for 5 years now. Only in the last year and half have I started to garden, or even considered having a homestead. There are so many things I want to implement here, but it's a big bite to chew. It's difficult for me to kind of meter out the priorities, but it is necessary. If I know one thing about myself, it's that I can get overwhelmed easily and drop a project (not something I'm proud of). We obviously don't know each other, but I count you as a big sister to me.. in gardening, farming, faith, motherhood, family, business. Thank you for sharing with us❤🌻

[@jtalias]

My daddy always says that when something needs TLC, it means Time, Labor and Cash.

[@thepadillafamilyhomestead]

The biggest little farm was so good. I loved the ducks eating the snails in the orchard too. So many things that made me think things threw so much further

[@steveangie1808]

So ironic, we watched that film about 2 weeks ago. We are in the process of getting our homes ready to sell and then looking for farm land. So it has us inspired and hungry.

[@Mendedfencehomestead]

"Build your farm to thrive" 💓💓💓🙌🏻 Love it. This has been our desire and mentality from the beginning. Thank you for sharing your heart and encouragement!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Hi Jess and Miah, take a deep breath, everything is going to be awesome. ❤

[@bethanyfields4706]

I HAD NEVER SEEN "THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM," UNTIL JUST NOW. ♥️🤓🥰😓🥺🤪😰😤🤯😂💔🤔🔥😢😭😍🤩😊♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING! OH, GOODNESS, THE INSPIRATION IS CONTAGIOUS!!

[@jeremiahthelion]

Miah saying "the other side of the pond" made me think of when people say "across the pond" for the UK 😂 and I think that's what you should call that area now. Just saying. 🤷‍♀️ Then you could pretend that you're gardening with Charles Dowding and Monty Don.😂

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Hahahaha I love this so much.

[@traceywye6504]

@@RootsandRefugeFarm actually there a lot of farmers and smalholders gardener's they can tell you lots and people making cheeses to.

[@bobg5960]

She has so much room she could do a little UK garden- plants from there

[@evada4144]

A little Asia, Africa and Europe inspired garden would seem very sophisticated and could be quite the showpiece.

[@bobg5960]

@@evada4144 even better!!!

[@coleenburris6816]

I am loving watching you start from scratch. I am starting from scratch, off the grid. The first big project is having my son help me tear down and remove a caved-in single-wide mobile home. When it's gone, my greenhouse will be built in that spot.

[@reneethomas5548]

You are doing your followers a world of good by teaching them what not to do.

[@marlenegearon4709]

The Macs is a really good channel with rotational grazing and sustainable gardening. Well worth the viewing.

[@strawberrycreekquiltco.5793]

Oh my gosh, when the duck/ snail thing came up I knew exactly what you were talking about! One of my favorite movies and documentaries. I love how it shows the real pains and joys of farming and working the land.

[@egsuperduty]

That was my most favorite part too!!! Ducks eating snails.

[@katherineb6102]

Climbing into a bed with fresh sheets off the clothesline is one of life's great pleasures.

[@Julie-bq6iz]

I LOVE your thrive philosophy! I am so weary of the survive philosophy that is very heavy with fear and negativity. People need to be wise, but also practice gratitude and think about the abundance that is possible. People need to shift their focus to joy and beauty! I think these mindsets make God smile and say well done. We need to celebrate the beautiful creation we have been gifted to live in-and practice kindness and gratitude. Blessings!

[@SimpleMandy]

Love the message of growing to thrive not just survive! I just came off of my first big summer garden, and grew way too many of the things (like tomatoes) that I don't eat often. Rather than growing more (like zucchini and beans) of what I actually do eat. This time, for my first fall garden, I made sure to grow the things I eat in abundance like lettuces, kales, spinach, brassicas galore, beets, carrots and so forth.

[@cuhweenuh]

I cried so hard when I watched The Biggest Little Farm! Definitely one of the most inspiring documentaries I've watched in a while

[@msthisisdumb23]

That movie is AMAZING! I cried pretty much the entire time - both sad and happy.

[@ering9484]

I know exactly what movie it was before I read the comments and the rooster and the mama pig absolutely shattered me.

[@dianameans-freeman2613]

Learning the difference between just putting things out there and pre-planning. Keeping sheep in orchards to eat the fallen fruit help cut down on warms in the fruit. Rotating pastures to stop the pest cycle. All things i have learned.

[@starrcaudill7463]

Over the past 2 years you have sparked a burning desire to homestead. Learning in our current space gave us confidence to buy 10 acres. Thank you for the courage ❤

[@FacetheJourney]

Well, I just finished that movie. Amazing and beautiful. It's so amazing how everything works together. God is good.

[@ellenford4738]

Ben, the ducks eating the snails was my favorite part too.

[@elizabethkernohan2263]

I constantly check to see if “Apricot Lane Farm” is still operational and has avoided the ongoing wildfires in California and so far so good 🤗

[@karenmccleary7616]

A very good lesson is patience ❤ The teacher becomes the student.

[@debk5325]

I know yall are mentally exhausted. Don't be afraid to dream big Jess. You be blessed. Take you time and take pics. It's gonna be beautiful.

[@michelek1844]

Ok. Here's an idea. My family had land like yours about 75 acres and about 1/3 of it they kept natural. What they did was let sections of the area grow up and just mowed double-wide trails all through them. They also kept the perimeter mowed. But the trails were cool and the highest the brush ever got was about 6 feet. It keeps sections of the land natural with plenty of places for wildlife, birds and pollinators PLUS you still have access to it. Then, when you decide you want to transform a portion into something else, you can access it easily. I have such fond memories of walking through those trails in the sun with birds following me around and just the sounds and smells of nature literally all around me. ♥

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

We just canned up a couple years worth of pickles. We did it because we had the cucumbers this year (and we like pickles and relish), but cucumbers are not on the garden plan for next year!

[@SingleDadHomesteading]

Grow for blessings not for survival and life will be blessed!!! Love yall

[@brendapeterson1059]

I LOVED that movie too! The Biggest Little Farm. I cried when I watched it because it just spoke to my soul.

[@daughterofthewildwood7468]

I live in the Ozark region of Missouri and your videos mean so much to me! Thank you for the reminder that it isn't going to happen in a day.

[@mikewhite7696]

Props to Ben for singing the doo-doo-doot-doo after you said "here comes the sun".

[@misstobiano]

I've watched The Biggest Little Farm about 6 times now and it doesn't get old, it sparks so much joy in my heart every time ✨💚🐝

[@augustagootee6254]

Something about ur videos so calming up taken care of my sick kiddo I was so overwhelmed with anxiety and just watching it has help think ok we can do this. Prayer for my lil man tho need him up and running again.

[@karigonzalez6708]

It’s so true! I’m learning so much learning to “homestead” ….. No farm yet, but I know we don’t eat as much yellow squash….. won’t plant so many next year haha. You are offering so much wisdom that I am grateful for! You’ve got this, and I rooting you on all the way from Arcata, California.

[@stephaniewilson3955]

Trade with your neighbours for their suprlus?

[@kiprussell6102]

I love this thriving instead of surviving. That's information that will save a lot of beginning homesteaders a lot if grief. Keep up the good work and God bless you all. I bless you till next time

[@laurielandis9526]

I love that you call him sweet. That touches my heart every time I hear you say it. I think you are doing it right, looking at the small steps, and verbally saying it. I know how overwhelming things can look, especially starting over, or new, or different. Remember, you are in the perfect moment at the perfect time and would not be had you not taken the exact steps to get where you are. God is so good

[@ruthmcbride1778]

Its beautiful now. You have an incredible journey filled with dreams you will realize. It will be more than you can even imagine. Your dreams will grow as you do. Building and creating

[@willemijnmaas6369]

I realized the other day that while I initially followed your channel for the garden, I now come to watch you because I like you and your family so much. I’m here for the long run and ordered your book to do my little share of helping you get the resources. I have a R&R sweater that went with me on holiday to Switzerland and it kept me warm in the mountains!

[@ajudylee]

It's like enjoying the trip not just the vacation

[@jayneofalltrades3129]

Just wanted to say… hugs. I can hear your sorrow that you can’t do enough quickly enough. You. Will. Get. There. And we will follow you all the way. So hugs xx

[@alnenasosa2984]

A little at a time, is my philosophy, you just work on it and time will pass, but yet you are that much closer to your goal!

[@sdelli948]

Ben is so cute. That intro with him in your arms is the cutest.

[@charityrobbins6395]

I love clothes lines. Nothing better than fresh wind dried sheets and blankets to cuddle up with. Something so different about it. I love the concept ya'll have going. I am so excited to see everything grow for ya'll in every way!!

[@deborahandrews9728]

It must have been The Biggest Little Farm. I’ve watched that and loved it! Very inspiring, for sure. But, every time I watch one of these videos, I want to run out to my garden and do it all. And I can’t, not all at once. And that’s okay as long as I get my vegetables in the ground in time. All that other stuff can get done as it gets done. God bless y’all. It will all come together as time goes on.

[@WalkingScriptureWithShanna]

I almost always walk out to my garden after watching these videos

[@allisonosborne5881]

We absolutely loved that documentary!

[@jenniferandrews6487]

I thought that too. It’s a great documentary, I cried a few times watching it!

[@billirogers3206]

Is it on utube?

[@deborahandrews9728]

@@billirogers3206 it was on Amazon, but I’m not sure where it is now. Maybe a search will turn it up? It’s a great documentary.

[@judyedwards7239]

Thank you Ben for the morning farm tour. Cutest little tour guide I've ever had. Jess, I love hearing you and Jeremiah talk about your vision for the land and will be here for each step you accomplish. Again, thanks for sharing.

[@mmegraham]

Bigger! Wilder still! With Benny! (that last bit is the best part!)

[@conniegibson9740]

Me, too, Ben! The ducks eating the snails! I was in awe.

[@AnnieandCC]

You were commenting how Ben was trying to understand the lapse of time/effort in the movie you were watching. It brought to mind the idea of a masterpiece painting; for example, a Michangelo. All the viewer sees is the final image. What they cannot see is the scores of sketchbook studies, the under painting, the scraped-off mistakes, the foundfoundation color of the flesh tones, etc. There is so much present that cannot be seen but is vital to the final product. What a rich lesson to learn....

[@LeaC816]

I think y’all are going about things very smart. I’m glad you can take time and think of things like the driveway and that. Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither are farms. Take your time, learn your land through the seasons, and adjust your goals as needed. Thanks for still keeping it real and taking us along for the ride! ❤️

[@denisemankewitz8480]

I’m so happy and proud of you. Souds like sustainable abundance is your trajectory 👌🏻🏆 gosh I live listening to you 🥰 thank you

[@CelticKatt]

Tree fort with a zipline over the pond! Even as an adult I would live that SO much!

[@michelles1517]

Enjoy this time, because you are so young and I am old now and I say where did my life go. How fast it has gone. But I’m still here and doing something everyday! Beautiful property family farm and life. God bless you!