A year after getting sick... (plus cowboys, ducks and a lot of basil) | VLOG

[@denaliprincess]

🤗The Sphinx moth or Hawk moth is the symbol of the transformation in our lives on various levels. The Native Americans believed the insects and animals that show up on our paths are messengers. 💝

[@a.chandler6993]

I believe this, too! I teach classes an creating and planting insectary gardens. We need the insects and things are getting scary for them.

[@karenm5681]

Y’all win the prize for the most clever name for a sourdough starter that I have ever heard.🏆

[@heidiDonato]

aw the little ducks so cute

[@growjoyfullyhomestead]

My husband and I first went to England in 1993. Because I had read all of the "All Creatures Great and Small" books, I really wanted to go find where he was from. We were able to track this village down. The name of the town is Thirsk in Yorkshire. We went to the gift shop there and I found a signed copy of his book that I was able to buy. He was retired and not doing too well, but being able to see the dales where he practiced veterinary medicine made me feel close to him. It is a very sweet fond memory! He passed in 1995.❤

[@elizabethstewart469]

I was there just after he passed away which made it both a sad and joyous experience.

[@ash.lynn17]

I loved the Secret Garden when I was a kid! I still have the VHS tape!

[@carolinebrown9018]

As a veterinarian for the past 40 years, I can attest that most, if not all, of my classmates had read all of the James Herriot books! What great stories.

[@jrc1975]

I started reading his books when I was 10! Nearly 40 years ago now and have re-read them often. ❤

[@MissBetsyLu]

Read them, watched the show. Blessings everyone everywhere

[@denisewade6439]

I’m currently reading the James Herriot series! I Love his great stories.

[@seanaames6855]

My mom started reading James Herriot's books to us when I was a 2nd grader. I liked them so much I finished them on my own.

[@ejrashaw]

I've read them so many times ❤

[@jacqibelle]

Love The Secret Garden as well! 💜

[@karenm5681]

Toby got derailed on his train of thought right here. 14:07 I wanted to hear him finish his sentence. It started “Mom, we have turkeys, we have ducks and we have chickens. We could…” (I’m guessing he was going to ask you to make tur-duck-en as a meal one day.)

[@cindybird1716]

Jess, your next project, a children’s book about your farm animals!

[@dc4692]

I second this! As a grown woman, I still love all farm books.

[@kmarshall53]

That, or a cookbook!

[@MissBetsyLu]

​@@kmarshall53 or both!!! Many grand blessings everyone everywhere

[@mistyroth6913]

That and a cookbook!❤😊

[@jo-sully-anne2418]

James Herriot was who you were thinking of. His veterinarian practice was in Darrowby, Yorkshire, UK. They have recently filmed 3 new series which was very good, still set in the same era. Blessings from the UK 🇬🇧

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

Thank you for this comment, I was about to ask so I could read this book.

[@lesleywilliams323]

Great series

[@jrc1975]

There was a series in the 80's and the new one on PBS, both are excellent!

[@Gildragil70]

@@jenniferchristiansen2040 the one who played James in the 80's show did readings of the books

[@elizabethstewart469]

Thirsk is the real name of the village - just as James Herriot was not his real name - if you are ever able to travel to this beautiful location in Yorkshire, England.

[@ria9881]

I haven't watched the other versions yet. The Secret Garden that I grew up on was Hallmark's version from 1987. Blessed Be!

[@chaseyeoadventures]

I can’t even begin to explain to you how incredible your timing with words is. You are truly speaking allowing the lord to speak through you to others through your platforms, Jess. I don’t know where my heart would be without the guidance you provide. When I am overwhelmed, I will put on the next video or podcasts of you speaking and somehow every single time you say exactly what I need to hear. You have no idea how much your words help others. I am so thankful for having the blessing of finding your channel in a season of my life that would be entirely too overwhelming without guidance. Thank you Sweet Jess and Sweet Miah, for being you.

[@Ccal488]

Jess! Just wanted to stop by and say that discovering your podcast has been truly amazing. I got you in my ear while cleaning the house, cutting the grass, on my way to work! your words are so uplifting and keep my spirits high as the season I’m in is a hard and stagnant one. Thank you for being you, and sharing yourself with us! ❤

[@tml3982]

I love when your boys are with you out in the garden. All 3 is a bonus.

[@helenreid7712]

Wow . Blast from the past . I used to watch All creatchers great and small , when I was a child. I'm now 52. Thank you for the memory

[@SeeLionsInTX]

Hi Jess ❤ I so get what you're saying. Growing up abused, I had recurring UTIs and kidney infections. I stayed on antibiotics and they messed up my body so badly. Now, as an adult, loved and cherished by Jesus, I continue to experience healing in many areas. A Celiac Sprue diagnosis in 2001, cut off gluten from my diet. Multiple food allergies have cut off processed foods, well ...most foods. But, I'm so thankful because there are a ton of really unhealthy foods out there that are "gluten free." God can use anything for good. I appreciate this journey in waiting on the Lord for all aspects of wholeness. He is our Good Father, always Faithful. He wakes me up with a song on my heart and carries me through every hour. May He continue to heal you in every way. ❤ Candace in Texas

[@Garden-ish]

I've gone back to a few of your Vlogs from the last year+ and the FIRST thing that goes thru my head is "wow, what a difference being healthy is!!" We can tell you feel good because it comes thru in the way you shine! Anyone that has been around your channel for a few years could see the changes happening. So glads you're better!!

[@juliemetcalf8027]

Your young boys are so precious! Thanks for sharing your family, your farm, your faith, and your life with us!

[@marleenkerri2408]

I love your farm 💚 Something that works for our ducklings when they are too small to climb out of the water, is to make a ramp. My husband built a small ramp with weights on the end (so it stays submerged). It's shaped like a V and bends at the middle where it rests on the tub. They can walk up from the outside and the inside. We use it until they are old enough to get in and out on their own, then we just store it for the next batch of babies 😊

[@brendabaker3960]

I love watching you teach your boys through hands-on interaction with them. The best teaching moments of their lives will come from these kinds of moments!

[@kathrynowens2678]

So good to see “the boys!” Praises to our Father the great physician for leading you to the health answers you needed to help your body to begin to heal! James Harriet was the author of All Creatures Great and Small!! One of our families favorites as well! May God continue to bless you and Miah. Have enjoyed your videos for a little over 5 years now. ❤️

[@OrganicMommaGA]

Lovely vlog, Jess! When you mentioned James Herriot, I could just sing! I turned 51 yesterday and grew up reading his book series. I had wanted to become a veterinarian until one of the many days I worked with our large animal (mobile) vet and he had to put down a pasture-boarded horse who had a compound fracture, which at the height of summer had become horribly infected and infested. The gore and creepy-crawlies did not bother me as much as the pain in the poor animal's eyes and the apathy of the owners. I cried more for that poor horse that day than I care to admit, but that experience turned me away from veterinary medicine. I knew I was too soft-hearted to be able to not be angry at people like that who neglected their animals (didn't check on them very often) and didn't care about them the way I did. At any rate - love how much the books and movies (and tv shows) can bring folks together. 😊

[@janohdegroot989]

What a beautifful pintailmoth.. we consider ourselves lucky when we encounter these! Let alone helping them to live and thrive.. I put all the hornworms on one plant. It's theirs..

[@belieftransformation]

I love those 3 young boys who are so smart! Thanks for sharing tidbits of your lives that encourage this grandma! Blessings to everyone 🤗💗🇨🇦

[@Rabbiton]

I've been Gluten, dairy, sugar, potato, bad oil free for the past decade, definitely a life changer! I have been doing lots of microgreens and sprouting lately to maximise each meal with nutritional density : )

[@Bethany_Sue]

Love the new all creatures great and small! We watch it all together as well! Our boys love it.

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

Thanks for your channel and sharing. I’ve been sick since childhood lots of antibiotics ate a sad amount of sugar and processed foods. Totally changed everything 5 years ago. I’m container gardening. Wish I could have a 🏡 but im landlocked in an hoa small lot. I love my garden and learning so much.

[@myurbangarden7695]

Small space gardens are so amazing. Congratulations to you for making choices that are best for you. There are so so many KZbinRS who specialize in small gardens like Yellow Door Urban Homestead and My Balcony Garden that have innovative small space garden tips. Best wishes to you.

[@theresaparodi6027]

When I have company for dinner, I’m so bad at it because I can’t carry a conversation and think about what I’m making. You have perfected the art of conversation and food prep❣️

[@barbarafunk5118]

The boys!!!! i was painting and just relaxing so i was able to really listen, charming young men.

[@KeenaandMattsJourney]

I love you are talking about how medicine doesn't help autoimmune it only masks it! This past year I have been making more of our food and cutting out processed foods. Plus started vegetable gardens and have learned so much from you!

[@Gardeningandstuffwithholly]

The boys are so sweet roaming the garden with you. Good luck with the sour dough revival!

[@cindybohl9593]

I LOVE The SECRET garden book and movie! The James Herriot books are all wonderful too.

[@ilenehorowitz3060]

Just watched sand lot with my grand son. He loved it. I never caught field of dreams when it was out. Saw it a year or so ago. Another great choice! You just inspired me to dry some of my basil. I have been making a lot of basil salad dressing and pesto. This is the dressing recipe I have: 1 C. olive oil, 1/2 C balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 C fresh basil, juice of 1 lemon, salt pepper to taste. Blend in a blender or food processer.

[@debracalvin6737]

I loved listening to your conversation with your boys. I miss my little boys, they are 22, 24 and 27 now!

[@eviemaddox3038]

My daughter also had an autoimmune disorder come up after dealing with UTIs chronically from 3-7. She is also gluten-free and doing so much better. I am afraid she may have gotten mercury toxicity from me. I got my amalgam fillings out 15 years ago, but never chelated and started that yesterday. You are fortunate to have fresh food, and the working in the garden and your lifestyle should help you tremendously!

[@sarahbatta3928]

We just watched Rookie of the Year the other night! Our kids loved it!

[@a.chandler6993]

Jess, I am old enough to be your mother, so I never saw the movie. But I read The Secret Garden many times as a girl. It took me into that garden and I still remember the images it painted in my mind.

[@chrissyt22]

Hi Jess! I'm currently detoxing over here. Taking some supplements from a practitioner and it's really working I can tell you that. Felt pretty miserable all week but slowly getting better. We have had multiple health issues that have popped up the the last year and they have totally kicked our butts. God is good and He made our bodies to heal. I know I will be grateful when I am feeling better knowing that I'm getting toxins out of my body.

[@classicrocklover5615]

1980s & 90s movies rock! I am in Michigan, and we are very proud to have The Amazing Dr Pohl TV show located here. He is an older country vet, with his family involved in the business. He shows both cases in his vet office, as well as on local farms. Very family & kid friendly ❤

[@shandysgarden]

I "pull a Jess" all the time but never with my Old Dog pottery mug. It's always the other beverage containers. I wanna ride! ☺️ Maybe one day. Right now all I have is a quarter acre, 4 Partridge Rock chickens, a free roam pet white🐇 Bunny, my house 🐈 torty Cat and gorgeous little garden... And my Harvest Right freeze dryer!! But I'm a Homesteader! Been in the classroom for 4ish years. I'm ready to graduate!! 😁

[@joniuptain5509]

Oh I LOVED the Secret Garden!!!! Congratulations for taking your health back, I know how frustrating it can be to have an endless list of To-Do’s, and being held back from being your best.

[@kristylynn1329]

Thank you 🙏 For sharing your lovely family I needed you today ❤

[@aimee8522]

That was my fav book and movie when I was a kid back in the 90's as well.

[@jkq9717]

The Secret Garden movie is so much one of my faves that I have an audio cd of it that I listen to as I travel for work 😊 I was turning 30 the month that the movie came out...

[@jsalyersarts]

Love the squeak of that horse leather. Takes me back :)

[@thresholdhomestead]

Oh “The Secret Garden”, I think every version is the best! So moving, and I dream about a garden like that every winter, as I long for the first glimpses of Spring.

[@baileylindley1110]

Angels in the outfield!!!! Yes!! ❤ Fly Away Home should be on the list if they haven’t seen it!

[@peggy1844]

The kids and I have really enjoyed the James Herriot series on audiobooks. We also live far out so everything is a drive and we always have a book on tape to listen too. We loved this series....we have a dog who is a wonderful farm dog but not so good at the vets and even though he was muzzled the vet won’t see him again and we all thought.....James Herriot would of seen our dog😊

[@amberpsora4070]

1993 version of SG is also my favorite from my childhood. We just watched it last week. Great choice!

[@southloupriverhomestead4696]

You make the best videos! Thank You!

[@tammystewart7615]

We can't take care of others if we don't take care of ourselves. Bless you for all that you do!

[@pandorar1388]

"Beau, is her milkshake bringing you to the yard?" 😂😂😂

[@bridgetofczarzak5461]

Jess, I lost my 81 year old mom in 2019 and became the caregiver for my 88 year old dad. My mom had taken such good care of him that he had no idea how to use the coffee maker, microwave or stove. There were many “ incidents” where things overflowed or burned. I took him dinner each night and made sure he had things to microwave for breakfast after many instructions on how to use it. I developed a miriad of skin issues. Could no longer can tomatoes without gloves. And even when I wasn’t canning, my hands would often break out in blisters. After I lost him in 2022, I realized that my problem was stress. I did not feel stressed, but I obviously was and didn’t recognize it. After a year, I no longer have any skin issues, canned a bunch of tomatoes this past spring with no issues. I think our bodies are geared to warn us when things are not right. I miss my parents dearly and it took a year for me to feel normal again after I lost my dad. Thankfully that has happened and I am back in my gardens trying to clean up the neglect of the last couple of years. Rejuvenating 😀 Y

[@sparrowsknow8491]

The secret garden was one of my favorites too. Lol I guess I should have known I would be obsessed with gardens someday ❤

[@coreydavidson3501]

I am so glad you are feeling so much better. We also love All Creatures Great & Small.

[@unnamed2737]

I do 80s/90’s movies with my kids for our movie night. The last one we watched was back to the future. My favorite movie as a kid was legend, and the last unicorn (animated). Movies today are so disappointing. We never watch anything new, and my kids seem to love the old movies. They make look dated to these kids but the storytelling are still fun and so much better than what’s out today.

[@Gen_Z_Homesteader]

I’ve been watching your videos forever and I’m 22 on my second homestead (this one’s completely off grid) and I just wanted to tell you I have 2 steers (formerly bulls) ones name is Bullcephus and the other is Cow-Liga. I knew I loved you even more when you said your bulls name was Bocephus ❤️

[@HomesteadinginIdaho]

A favorite for some of our Mom Movie Nights has been the Little Women movies. I think there have been three ... We also listen to the audio book in the winter, probably four to six times until spring arrives and we get busy. The Secret Garden was one of my favorite books and movies. I am getting the book to read to my youngest. I'm glad you mentioned the movie, I'll add that to the Mom Movie Night list. Sandlot is always a winner.

[@shamancarmichael5305]

I loved watching All Creatures Great and Small, which led me to the books, which led to my life long fascination with WWI and WWII era England and Victory Gardens. So I guess James Herriot got me into homesteading! 😁☺

[@mainenanabear9746]

Jess its wild how our bodies tell us what we need. My granddaughter Piper has SEVERE food allergies to the point of several admissions one being a month long. During all of this she was diagnosed with EoE due to gluten allergies we didnt know she had. As a result they also discovered she has gastroparesis and is now on a GJ tube for nutrition. We still dont know the prognosis long term as she is only just turned 3 in july. I will continue to pray for you and your journey of maximizing your health! ❤ Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

[@karenm5681]

The “All Creatures Great and Small” vet’s name is James Herriot, in case anyone wants to look up the books he wrote.💞

[@debsenritchedrefuge603]

Awe, Jess & Miah, my heart is full... So good to see your beautiful horses and getting in on your time working with them... This warms my heart with many (50-60) years of experience raising & training my own. Your round pen is awesome! A couple things I noticed briefly, I hope it is fine to mention here.?. I don't want this to sound negative, just a helpful saftey tip, possibly for anyone else it may help too. I was going to put this in a private message, but felt others may appreciate these postive thoughts as well regarding horses & safety. A good working round pen will have solid sides at least from just above your knees down so as horses &/ or you riding, move around at any speed, the sandy ground stays inside the pen, no legs or extremities get caught or hung up on the rails, and noticing the panels are set up with the center vertical support bar is on the inside, the possibility of getting a toe in your stirrup or knee caught or hungup as you work around the pen.. My thoughts from yrs of experience, for safety, would be great to turn panels around to have the smooth horizontal bars to the inside. Many round pens will even have the paneled solid walls slanted out a bit to help with this situation of keeping any extremities from getting caught as horses move around. These pens are usually found on full time horse training, ranching facilities. I hope & know this is taken with Love & Grace! I love Miah's enthusiasm & heart for his love of horses and working cattle with them, I know he will be doing it soon! Nothing better as far as my loves go regarding horses, ranching, & western Farm life. Happy Trails with Blessings Always I just love hanging out with you & your family learning so much and just seeing and hearing your joy filled days, Blesses mine! ❤🌻🤠🐴 Deb

[@jackiekearns9701]

I loved the Secret Garden so much when I was a kid too! I found a DVD of it years back, a double feature with A Little Princess ❤️

[@Making_it_homestead]

The Secret Garden (1993) was one of my favorites too, and kind of still is! 😊

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

Sweet Jess, It's truly nice to see you're feeling much better, and your making sourdough bread. I hope you can enjoy some warm bread, and have it not affect you. How cool would it be to see you, and Sweet Miah riding those gorgeous horses at sunset over lookimg your pond.

[@TheMissLid]

I grew up watching All Creatures Great and Small with my Dad in rural Tasmania. He was originally from Yorkshire and pointed out any place he recognised. I loved watching this show with him because it made him so nostalgic and he would tell me stories of his childhood. I've read the books, too, and have the audiobooks for my husband to listen to. Totally recommend this series :)

[@jeannamcgregor9967]

Just put a rock in the duckling's little pond? That will give them a step...

[@bluestarrbeauty]

A brick

[@Baefamilyfarms]

Yes this is what we do. We always build a nice little set of steps on the inside and outside of their "pool"

[@gardengirl50t30]

​@bluestarrbeauty bricks are nice but ponds usually come with rocks, because they are natural, nature.

[@joytotheworld2100]

Your marvelous boys make my heart smile when ever they do the outro. Until next time...

[@SerenaPeacock]

Jess, thank you for sharing your medical journey. It always hits my momma's heart real hard. My daughter Paisley was hospitalized at 8 days old with a bladder infection. A later diagnosis would show she had VUR. She was on daily antibiotics for almost 4 years of her life. Your story is encouraging. I thank you.

[@tamrahawkes3170]

The sister act movies are really good with little kids. They seem to love the music and nuns singing!

[@AltheaWest]

My heart melted when you spoke of 'angels in the outfield' making me want a throwback movie night! Cheers from BC Canada :)

[@MimsysGarden]

Those handsome sweet boys are growing up way too fast! 💚

[@kats4976]

Your sons are so sweet!

[@carolsgardenjournal8326]

I loved James Herriot's books. What stood out in my mind was his way of finding good in the most difficult people and compassion for the most challenging animals. You have that same quality Jess. Enjoyed seeing your boys. Im so happy your health has improved & exceeded expectations. After your last video, I decided it was time to make my own healthier version of Raspberry Vinaigrette. It was delicious! It felt good knowing I was not serving my family Xanthum gum fillers and Canola oil that can cause stomach upset & allergic reactions. Keep up the good work, you are such an inspirational delight! I'm enjoying your podcasts with so many gems to reflect upon!

[@lindsayjetton4136]

Oh my goodness! The Secret Garden was always a favorite of mine!! I always read the book with my English classes so that we can watch the movie afterwards!!

[@zoe0abundant]

One of our kids favorite 90s movies is Dennis the Menace. They laughed so hard.

[@DigitHomesteading]

I love seeing the guys on the horses. I'm actually a Therapeutic riding instructor so it's right up my alley 💚💚💚

[@Tash-001]

Wow!! When Toby was talking about the birds, he looked a lot like his sister :)

[@michelewhite1150]

I so relate to all your illness so I feel you but won’t bore you with my story. I am sincerely so happy you are well xxx

[@kristicornwell6852]

Cool find boys! I saw a hummingbird moth in action this summer in my yard. They're huge and so fast! I was bummed to learn they make tomato horn worms. 💔

[@callieanderson9561]

Omg!!! Secret Garden from 1987 was my absolute favorite as a kid. I think it was a hallmark special my mom tapped off the live TV. I knew all the words. I just read the book as an adult and throughly enjoyed it. I wonder how many of 80/90 girls had the love of gardening planted in us by the secret garden❤

[@cathybrown7369]

Love All Things Great and Small

[@chilloften]

Kids rule!! I so enjoyed. 🌲🦋🌺🌸

[@debwill13]

I love your boys! lol I get such a kick out of them. :) xoxo

[@ThePineFarm]

Jess, it was a pleasure meeting you (fan Girling you) at Tractor Supply. What an honor. You’re so inspiring- thanks for all you do! Another great video, as always. 🌿 Stacie 🫶🏼

[@rachelfrees1268]

Precious young boys.❤

[@davisartstudios]

I love the secret garden!!

[@terresiagregg9326]

Morning Jess awesome video thanks for sharing the animals all look great

[@fairyprairiefarm]

Have they watched A League of Their Own? It’s still one of my favorites.

[@sharonpack4696]

I am 56 and I Love the secret garden. 💖 Both versions. God Bless.

[@hilariegreene7468]

I loved the Secret Garden!!!

[@leahharbison4932]

❤ Bless yall Jess ! ❤

[@pearljamin]

So happy you are feeling better. I remember turning to my daughter and saying you didn’t feel well. Once it is visible on the outside you are pretty far into it, usually. It changes everything. Once you know you know. I think a lot of people get so used to feeling horrible that they do not even realize they are feeling horrible. I’ve literally pointed it out to people, shared my resources, and watched their journey in getting better. Adding things back to your diet, to me, is one of the biggest wins. It was difficult to accept very healthy food was affecting me so negatively at first. It makes much more sense now and I’m grateful for the lesson learned within my own body and not my daughters

[@caracoates4834]

Good idea about drying your starter. I freeze a portion of mine. It is good for a year.

[@aunttiasbackyard5028]

🤭 not her milkshake bringing the bull to the yard.🤣😂😂

[@Blondinationjoe]

Oh my goodness! I’ve just started making my own sourdough and I’m on day three. Love to be sharing this process together 🥰

[@alysiac3409]

Thanks for the movie recommendations!!

[@tesshomestead8019]

I think my green tree frog on my deck speaks turkey. Lol every time they gobble he goes off to hahaha so cute . GODBLESS sweetie

[@loriann1506]

I finally started my own sourdough starter. It took 10 days. My first two batches I made a classic banaton shape. Half whole wheat. One with 100% hydration. One with 75% . (75% turned out better) I think I might try to make it with 25% whole wheat. Organic. I made bagels 🥯 that were excellent. For me I eat a lot less bread and the fermentation process helps me because of the CO2 that yeast produces when digesting.

[@avemaria9709]

Jess y'all have probably already seen these, but if not, put Second Hand Lions and the Secret of Roan Inish on your movie night list with the kids. BTW I just love y'all. Watch you and the family everyday and have been following you fort he last five years or so. I wish I could meet you someday. You've been such an inspiration over the years. I grateful to God for blessing you with such a beautiful life and your ability to touch others. Take care and may God continue to bless you and your family.