A Sunday Visit to ISS

[@jdcolle]

PawPaw has repeatedly expressed how thankful he has been for Jami allowing him to use the raised garden. He even has a video on making pickles from all the cucumbers harvested there.

[@jenclifton8191]

I think it is a real blessing for him especially with his bad knee! I'm so happy it has worked out well and that he isgetting much produce out of it. So sweet of Jami to offer it to PawPaw!

[@chasesmom5287]

Paw paw really appreciated it.He is thinking of adding some

[@vanessamarie1582]

It's like you can never feel "caught up." There's just so much that goes into farm work that I've learned from following the pages over the years. And that's just daily tasks. Now throw in floods (sheesh!!), LIFE, physical ailments, emotional exhaustion, and whatever else gets thrown at you. Kudos to you guys for all you do every single day.

[@donnale3372]

❤

[@lindasnyder9818]

I feel all that lends a feeling of usefulness, being necessary, reaching goals, etc.

[@trppro7640]

But they knew about all of this. It all started with a flood. It was my first thought when he announced that they had bought another. property and were moving and now a third. It’s asking for non stop problems and work. Jamie said they like to always have a project in the go. As a property owner outside the city with large and small animals this was foreseeable because one large property is a major challenge. Try two or three even with help. It’s a lot. Now try three with cattle and donkeys and all they have and it’s impossible. If they want to keep working everyday of their lives they got their dream. Feel bad especially for that animals. Good luck. It’s gonna be hot. We have that grass and it’s nice. I would take that first cut. Nice. 👍

[@helenwoodill8209]

I hope pinky gets a friend!!!!!

[@shelbyheckman1234]

Some days I struggle to even do the simplist of tasks and then I watch all these videos in awe of how much they accomplish. It truly is incredible how hard they work day in and day out.

[@pjmacgirl]

Your driveway shots are iconic, Lester. It always feels like coming home again. ❤

[@donnafaris797]

I’m so glad you decided to keep your barndominium! ❤️ So much of your soul already invested in it.

[@jemory54]

The old tub would make a great water trough for the longhorns!❤❤

[@vanessadaugherty4294]

Lester, get yourself a can of spray foam insulation spray in the holes and that way your cold air won’t be going outside! You can pick a can up at Dollar General! I’m glad you’re keeping it! It was your home!

[@marymathews8421]

I am glad that you are going to keep the barndominium. It’s part of your history and a cute place for guests to stay. Rocky was just glad to hear that you were visiting the Plum Grove property and wanted to say hi. I hope that the weather cooperates for you and that you will have great hay crops for yourself and to share with family.❤

[@TreyGoose]

If they were to ever tear it down I really hope they consider rebuilding it 4-5ft off the ground like the house in case of another flood😅👌👌👌

[@BilliePennyH]

Waiting until the fall to work on the barndominium is a good idea, the ISS hayfield looks great. ❤️

[@delanomiller]

I don't blame you for waiting till cooler weather to work on it. My daughter put that tin/metal in her kitchen. It looks great. God bless all of y'all.

[@RhondaWoods-o4f]

I so enjoy watching all your videos and channels. Thank you for being so willing to share your lives with us.❤

[@peggylindsay2785]

I'm so glad you're keeping the barndominium. It was such an important part of your recovery from Harvey, physically and emotionally. Plus, it's always good to have an extra space for when relatives/friends come in from out of town, or even when family members need a place to stay. ❤

[@escott696]

They still have 2 RVs though

[@marlowatts5295]

You are so generous with your family. They will use any extra hay you have.

[@carlenesellers2791]

Love that the grass is growing so well for hay

[@michellestarling217]

I think waiting for winter is a good idea to mess with the project, and I understand about it being sentimental. PawPaw is loving the raised beds and the flat floor to be able to walk on. He even shared his pickle recipe and I'm looking forward to making some! And Jami shared her jam and I am going to do that too. ❤️ As far as the rain and hay, they're predicting a hellacious hurricane season, and I live in Florida and really hope not. 🙏🏻 I do hope you guys get the right amount to keep everyone normal.

[@trudiharmon7640]

Evening Lester. Fantastic news about the hay this year it this happens especially with the draughts of previous years. Your dad has already had a bumper crop and been pickling the cucumbers. He’s has loved having the beds for his gardening especially with the amount of pain he’s been in with his back. Glad you’re taking a break from the barndominium you’ve worked so hard already. Have a fun day take care and lots of love and prayers God bless 💕🙏🤠

[@maryanntulloch3363]

Glad you're sentimental Lester. Probably why I started watching your page in the first place. 🇨🇦❤️🙋🏼‍♀️🇨🇦

[@annieherendeen4276]

I could live their very happy for the rest of my time. I’m a young 60 but that would be my dream little home. I’m glad to hear your going to keep it.

[@tracybice6984]

So nice that you share your hay that’s a big deal ❤👏

[@donnamedellin1783]

I love how you are so thoughtful of one another.

[@pjmacgirl]

I think that Rocky secretly loves you, Lester. 😉

[@arkansaswhitedove4628]

👍🏽🤣💪🏽🤣

[@kristim5084]

He should! Lester saved him from being used as coyote bait. 😳

[@JeanBrewer]

​@@kristim5084 You are exactly right ✅️ I could not believe it. He doesn't know Lester well like we do. ❤

[@dianesmith2480]

The driveway shot never gets old … it’s how we were first introduced, coming home from Harvey! Seems like forever ago, yet feels like yesterday❣️ Feeling as you do about the barn house, eventually fixing it is the way to go. It has more square footage than the house I live in! 🤣

[@marycoker99]

Lester, thank you for the update to the Barndominium. Using metal on the bottom of the walls is very smart because of flooding.

[@nancarpowits6011]

Lester, you've gone thru so much in such a short time for which I am so sorry. I can't imagine how difficult it must be for you and Jami having to deal with everything. You've done a tremendous amount of work in the barndiminium. It must be hard for you to rebuild, but I totally understand why you would want to when it holds such sentimental value for you. Please take care of yourself. Same goes for Jami too. You need a break! How you can stay so positive is amazing. You are such an inspiration and I am blessed to have you both in my life. Take care❤

[@jillpapski2272]

You n your family are all so blessed to live so close n have each other's Luv n support, Lester! 💕💯👍

[@sharimullinax3206]

I would be so happy to have the barndominium as my home.

[@pjmacgirl]

I think that the metal is a terrific idea! It just makes sense, based on the flooding issues. Maybe a hammered metal finish would also work. I have seen that successfully used as a kitchen backsplash before.

[@jopeoples378]

You guys are a beautiful family ❤

[@mendi1161]

Thanks for showing us the barndeminium and your future plans. It makes sense to wait until cooler weather to work on it . The grass looks great. I’m sure the hill folks will appreciate any extra you can share. Enjoyed the video Elwood.

[@MsVickiesmith]

I really do love the barndeminiom . There is so much history in there 💜

[@Wolfpug]

Y’all have been through a whole lot already with the flooding & seemingly endless storms & rain. Take your time with the Barndaminium. No one is staying there now anyway. I keep thinking I am too late with my garden when I see PawPaw’s & Jami’s gardens. Then I realize, “dummy, I live in New York!” Growing season is just starting here. Love y’all.

[@stripes497]

Hello Lester and Jami. I ALWAYS ALWAYS ENJOY your videos. It is really something to see how Mother Nature can affect your home and farm. I am SO SORRY to see that you suffered damage from the rain and storms

[@sondrastearns1662]

I am heartbroken with the loss of the cabin. Very happy the barndominium won't be gone. Like the metal idea❤❤ thanks Lester ❤❤

[@robyncurtis8106]

Lester, take your time. There is no reason to hurry. You have alot to do and if no one is staying there or using it, then it can wait. As far as the tub goes, I would give it to Jami for her flowers or gardens.

[@jenclifton8191]

Lester, thanks for the progress report and video of the Barndominium! Looks like you all got a lot done. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss of so much in it and all the destruction the flood caused to it! I can only imagine the great sentimental value it has to you, Lester!❤ When you are trying to predict your hay needs this year, don't forget you are going to be having a whole passel of calves ❤this year and some will be old enough to eat hay sooner than others.

[@veneciascheid6602]

Yay!!! Love the corrugated steel idea! I put that idea on here that's what we have and love it!!!!! ❤❤❤

[@shelleyditommaso]

You can get replacement legs for the tub.

[@Sharon-cs9ne]

What an excellent idea to use metal inside the barn home. I learn so much from watching your videos!Thanks for sharing.

[@kimspencer7111]

Love going up the drive way with the music. Thanks for sharing and all you and Jami do. You guys are amazing people. Love you both 🥰❤️💖

[@rosemarycollis5094]

Hi Lester, I always love coming up the driveway and seeing the pond, the spoonbill and all those adorable ducks are beautiful additions to the scene. You can take as long as you want to do anything with the barndeminium, it’s not needed for anything right away. I hope you get lots of rolls from the hay field so everyone can have plenty for the winter. Hope your day was a good one.❤️❤️

[@celesteredding1550]

The first time I heard the metal wall on lower walls was from Buddy. It's an interesting concept. The barndominium can still be used for extra family-in-laws when visiting. Yes, it's sentimental Lester, keep it. PawPaw is extremely proud of his ISS garden 😊.

[@shirleyteruki8923]

You’re such a loving, giving dad, partner, uncle, brother and son to all your whanau.. you and Jamie truly show the meaning of family.. may god continue to bless you… p.s.. what you did for Jake just made me cry watching his video about how easy his life will be now💋❤️

[@barbarajgosselin6797]

Calm down Lester honey, Rocky is just a Rooster, he just now knows that you over there and he misses you very much!😊😊❤❤

[@carrie4887]

🙄

[@RobinArmstrong-x2s]

Lester, thank you for showing the barndominium. That makes since to wait until the fall when it's cooler. And by then you will your pond done and all the other projects you've got going on. I am sure it will look really nice. And hopefully you will get extra hay for the rest of your family. ❤

[@abbymetzel6063]

I totally understand why you have decided to wait on finishing the Barndominium & it's not just the heat - you also have other projects that you need to focus on. And I know that when it gets done - it will look just as beautiful as it did before 😊 As for the hay - after 2 back to back not so good years - y'all are definitely blessed this year 💖 I'm thinking grand total wise between both properties - you'll have between 50 - 55 rolls - which would be a real blessing 😊 You keep doing what you need to do, because you know best Lester 😊 Take care, stay cool 😎& I'll catch you on the next video 😉!

[@phyllislowry6265]

The barndaminium is looking good. No need to fix it if there is no one there until your weather isn't so hot & it'll be good & dry! Here in SE FL we have already had hot & humid temps, but little rain, it's all been north of me. I really hope you don't have another drought, but that the rains become necessary showers & not monsoons!

[@carlanitti9625]

What a great idea for the metal use for the walls. You can buy claw feet for the tub to replace the lost one Thank for all the work with the animals and all of your property and all of morrow hill.

[@stilllearning8360]

Hahaha Lester! Looks like Jami has a Cornholio hat on!!! Too funny! Thanks for showing us the (temporarily) final state of the Barndominium. Its always nice to know the "finished" results of something you've worked on. Bless your hearts for how crazy these last few months have been. Just hope you're sleeping in as often as you can...so important to healing after all the recent stress and hard work! PLEASE get at least some rest Lester 😁💜Janice. (THANKS TO OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMEN 💗🇺🇸)

[@NMGayla]

Y’all are such a good son and daughter in law, uncle and aunt, bother and sister in law and mom and dad. Hooray for Lester and Jami!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@theresauhlenhake6962]

I enjoy the drive up the driveway Rosy is still there. Good idea on the barndominium. You have enough on your plate and that is something you can put off for awhile. I’m hoping things work out with your hay fields. Thanks for the tour. Have a good day🧡

[@CarlaKay23]

I love it!!!

[@barbaradavis4867]

Plus it gives more time to decide what to do with it

[@amykirby7888]

💕💕💕 Definitely a winter project. And the walls are going to be amazing

[@donnamedellin1783]

It looks like you will save it. I'd live in it. Happy to hear your fixing it up Lester and Jami. Im so happy for PawPaw to have pickles. Hes happy also.

[@ShaneB-u2l]

I think that’s a good idea putting metal on the bottom and I am glad that you are keeping it that holds a lot of memories for you. I’m sure take one day at a time it’ll get where you want it to be again. Good luck God bless sending prayers always.

[@louise3993]

Thanks for the update on the barndominium. There are just somethings in life that you can’t get rid of. I think you would have regretted not redoing it. I with you the fall is the best time to work on it. Be safe ❤😊❤

[@marlowatts5295]

Yes, keep it. It was your home at one time and definitely has so many memories.

[@jerrilynhenson9024]

I like the metal idea. Yes, your dad having that garden was really great.

[@aquariusrizing]

Ooh! I lkve your plan for the barndominium! I love that little spot. Keeping it cool so the mold won't take hold is a great idea. I love that clawfoot tub- I think you can get a replacement foot at a plumbing supply store. I'm glad you're keeping it. I would love to stay there, it's iconic.

[@catherineharrison9441]

Just a thought Lester…..in England all new builds install the electrical sockets at waist height now, in your situation would that be something that would benefit you for the future. It would be easy to do whilst the dry wall is off. It’s great not having to bend down to plug in and it keeps cables off the floor. Hope your all getting back to some level of normal now 😊

[@MLPowell691]

I had thought it would be a good idea to raise the outlets higher while the walls are open.

[@MLPowell691]

And they wouldn’t have to cut the metal to fit around the outlets.

[@ceciliar559]

Great idea Lester on making the right choice in not bulldozing the barndominium and putting working on it until cooler weather because it can serve multiple purposes including letting family and other guests stay there whenever they need to. I no doubt believe it will be put to use including when you or Jami go there and it's late in the day, you can stay there overnight. But bulldozing is out of the question and here, don't pacify Jami. All the best, God bless and good luck.

[@DarcieToop]

LE and Megan are doing a great 👍 job.

[@JudyJohnson-qk1wy]

The roosters are saying Good Morning. Love the idea of the corrugated metal.

[@cherryshafer5279]

Lester the barndoium is going to look so nice….Im excited to see the finished product….I want to do the same thing here in my barn….The wood is rooted on the railing even dogs are able to sneak out because some are falling so my Husband liked my suggestion and like you that will be a fall project..This Houston Heat is a blister and today we’re under heat advisory….Happy Memorial Day and thanks To all Our Fallen Soldiers 😊

[@AmandaPolite]

Wow u are such a a nice person to do that for your family Lester such a kind heart,

[@staceycollins2395]

I was surprised that Jami wanted to tear it down cause that's where she made a home w you at first! And that should mean alot to the both of you! 💯

[@susanwaldron6831]

Hi Lester, I think waiting before doing anymore work on the Barndominium is a sensible idea. Over time a new use for it may become apparent.that you haven't yet thought of or needed. I still love watching the drive up the drive way. ☺💝

[@patsaylor8973]

I love hearing Rocky, didn't hear Nate sending his usual greetings.

[@beverlyt.5526]

Blessings To Y'all Lester 🙌♥️. It's Sure Been A Hard Weather Year Down South And I've Been Praying For All Of You ❤️🙏. Blessings, Love And Hugs From Western Upstate NY

[@nancysimpson4246]

Hi Lester, Jamie, and all the babies that bird that is at LE &mega there has the pink feathers is just beautiful. Oh man I’ve never seen a bird like that.😊 I really like that barn house just gives you a piece of mind, knowing that you have a place for absolutely emergencies 😊

[@inekestemerdink7544]

Dear Lester that song at the beginning make me tear up ,and i don't no why....but i realy like your video's 🥰😘🍀🇳🇱

[@trishpouyadou8788]

I feel the same. I think he used that song sometime around Jami's accident and maybe during the flood videos showing the damages. It definitely made my heart skip a beat.

[@sandielindemeyer9341]

I think that’s a great idea. Cement floors with rugs, if need be and my cousin who lives in Tucson, Az., says everyone is using those metal sheets for fences and buildings, if they rust, it’s very artistic and desert living Chic!

[@christinahill3927]

Hi Lester I enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@karenweaver2071]

Pasture looks amazing 💕

[@judyharder2344]

A gorgeous drive looking 4:29 very calm. Everything looked in place. The barn dominium. Can wait till cooler weather. I guess it’s time to just sit back relax maybe take Jamie on her little trailer trip that she’s been wanting to do. you seem caught up everywhere. I guess the only thing is you’d have to get somebody to come in and feed your animals at both locations.❤

[@denaalfers7028]

Happy you are waiting until it cools off to work on the barndominium. Happy your dad had the raise garden. He really enjoyed it. We all have so much going on. Continued prayers.

[@carmenherrington8588]

Thank you for sharing Lester as always you have my support ❤have a great Memorial day

[@suethompson9481]

My favorite driveway into my happy place. There are so many memories. ❤

[@charlottebobbitt1466]

Hi Lester, you & Jami have worked so hard this past 2 years. You guys are always trying to make things better for family or for the animals. I’m hoping that the 2nd 1/2 of 2024 will be the year that everything goes smoothly

[@susanskarness7460]

Rocky was telling you hello!

[@lisaerica]

Lester, I’m glad you decided to keep the barndominium. It does have a lot of sentimental memories for you, Jami and the kids. I remember videos from years ago when you had built that amazing bunk bed combo for the boys. And the pig nursery. That’s a perfect idea not putting sheet rock and using metal on the walls. That way if it gets flooded you only have to take insulation out. Wouldn’t that be wonderful to get that many rolls and be able to gift the family some rolls.

[@andreaburton7515]

I love, love , love the idea of the metal wall Lester. And oh my goodness your hay is going to be beautiful Love to you both and all at Morrow Hill and all the animals xx From Australia ❤

[@dianeenlow123]

You made a good decision about using metal on the walls. I would think about going a foot higher.

[@brendahogue5487]

Lester it will be beautiful when your done remodeling

[@user-qe6mm1il4u]

Pawpaw is happy about the raised garden, he just made pickles, so he has had a harvest!! The grass looks wonderful, hay, hay hay☺️

[@eileenrobbins8430]

I think it's Wonderful that because of you buying your property at the J&L, you may now actually be able to help the rest of the family. Buying hay isnt cheap and if you are able to get what you hope off your own pastures, can benefit gifting this hay to the family to share. After all the money they have all had to spend from the floods, this would be a huge blessing for them Lester ❤. You are such a giving person and we love you so much because of it.

[@cherylcawthon3097]

Rocky just loves you so much😊😊😊 he is telling you. hi uncle Lester i have miss you.. Take that claw tub to J&L for Tex's water. You have a drain hole in the bottom. They a hole in the front to use protect the intake water.

[@denisekoehler1044]

Good Afternoon Lester!

[@jansmall72]

Beautiful pasture good thick grass Lester

[@cheryl739]

Lester, maybe if PawPaw had fruit netting put over head on the poles, for the heat sensitive plants, they would do better. The grass in the field will make some great hay bales. Cheers 👍💕

[@littlebit62]

I understood everything you tried to say and said. I’ll be praying for all that hay and some.

[@Mandsb69]

Lester, Rocky was just saying Good Morning 🙏

[@sherylloftin-booth4423]

Hi Lester, I know no one lives there and agree to wait until cooler weather It’s gonna be beautiful once you pull it together. ♥️

[@THilton64]

The claw tub makes a great water trough

[@kathymac21]

You are a good man Lester.

[@SpecialEdTalk]

We have done something similar in one of the houses, but instead of metal we've used tile. Does help a lot in flooding. We live in a high flood area as well

[@JeanBrewer]

Lester, I'm sure happy you are keeping that home. Metal is a wonderful idea. Good job putting the work off until cooler weather. Anything could happen causing family to need a place to stay. Good idea to keep it! 👌

[@kahleenjomartin9828]

I like your idea for the walls and think it's also a good idea to wait until cooler weather. ❤

[@cinnamonsvintagecellar9543]

Totally smart to wait for the cooler months of the year to finish the barndaminum... it will give yourself emotional healing time to figure out the purpose you & Jami want the structure to be

[@Hezzie850]

The barndaminium can be used in the winter for some of the smaller animals to keep them warm.

[@IndianaLarry1022]

Hey Lester, I agree with you. Keep the little house & 4' metal around the bottom would look great & if you wanted to just paint it. Yes, do it during the winter prices, maybe cheaper on Material.

[@ashleytigerhuffmantalksunc2203]

Love the idea of metal on the walls!! Claw foot tubes are nice, but they are heavy. Hope you can find someone that would take it and reuse it for something else. Love and hugs ❤

[@larryvillars1340]

Thank you Lester!❤❤