Christmas on the Farm 2024

[@DJPLAST2]

Kevin your “Angel” shows up every night, you are lucky to have her assisting you through thick and thin! That food spread looked delicious, great job Rhonda!

[@daleroth236]

When our caves got to be so old I never had to shake up or spread a bale of straw. All nine spring calves would torment the bale with their heads and their kicking feet flying. It was nice of them to help spread the straw around evenly. Thanks for showing your part. Enjoyed it.

[@davidkimmel5153]

Love Kevin’s comments about we farmers. Livestock farmers have morning and evening chores every day. We don’t get days off or sick days. That is the way we were taught from our parents and that is the way of life we love. Merry Christmas and God Bless.

[@Pixture2]

God Bless the farmers and ranchers of the world!

[@ShainCaldwell]

And their families!

[@ronzimmerman8968]

Kevin is my kind of guy. We built or modified everything we could to save money. Plus we really enjoyed the process.

[@GeneAnderson-j7u]

My hat is off to you as parents and as a family!!! You and Kevin have instilled a work ethic in every one of your children. More than that, you have calmly shown them that there are always solutions to everyday problems. They can and will succeed, no matter what life hands them!

[@cajuneagle638]

Happy new year acres of clay family. Wishing you a blessed and prosperous 2025.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Happy New Year to you, too!

[@rambskin]

Thank you for sharing your Christmas with us. There are those of us who have no family near enough to be with family this time of year. Thank you.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

We appreciate you watching!

[@jeffrosen8237]

As an old retired farm kid, seeing calves and cows in a new pen kicking up their heals, never gets old! Thanks for sharing your farm and family with us. Happy Holidays to you all also.

[@ShainCaldwell]

I truly get you!

[@RayGee101]

I like this families mechanical ingenuity. I love people who make things.

[@jamesharrier6633]

Kevin, your angel is married to you. Happy New Year

[@acresofclayhomestead]

😇😆

[@stevestevens-p1k]

Merry Christmas to you and your family! Wishing you a safe and prosperous 2025! Dang what a spread😋 Be well!

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thank you, and Merry Christmas to you as well!!!

[@joefregeau3322]

I received my Christmas card from you guys and it really made my day. Keep up the great videos. Thank you all.

[@BrendanWhite-e3y]

Kevin you don't need an angel to appear to you as you have one called ronda .happy new to you and all the family

[@bubbadoe2468]

Good morning,family. I hope you guys had a great Christmas,and I hope you'll have a great new year.

[@ElvinWeaver-pu8te]

Building and installing the large shed door was totally BRILLIANT!! Have a blessed New Year energetic farm family 🎉🎉

[@andrewgraves3719]

Good morning Acres of Clay family, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. I would just like to take the time to thank you for continuing to invite us into your home and family life. So few holidays encompass Faith, Family, Friends and Fellowship, and yet you show us these qualities week in and week out year after year. You give all of us a gift to look forward to every Sunday, so Thank You! and may God’s grace continue to shine on your family and farm.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thank you for your kind words! I hope you enjoyed the time with your family!!

[@gregjohnston9287]

Happy New Year to everyone.

[@NeilMaclachlan]

Thank you all for the videos throughout 2024.....I hope youve a happy New Year when it comes...looking forward to seeing you on2025...stay safe

[@deerespetes8849]

The new shop is looking great. Sidney is so smart and Kevin too. Rhonda the house looks nice and the Christmas spread wow. Happy New Year everyone 🎉

[@FarmallFarmer]

Love the simple explaination why Christmas was in the afternoon. Morning chores in the morning and night chores at night. Kind of frustrating how many people don't understand that farming is a job you do all the time, local farmer up here in Maine got a plaque from the state recognizing his accomplishment of milking cows every Christmas for 60 years in a row. On the one hand it's nice that the state recognized this, on the other it's kinda frustrating because I think the attitude of needing a plaque for that shows how out of touch average people are with what goes on everyday on a farm. My father is 77 and this was the first Christmas in over 60 years he didn't milk cows because the co-op we belonged to told us to our face not to build a new barn for our 80 cow farm and modernize so we could keep going because they didn't think there would be a market for milk from small farms long enough for us to pay for the barn. Farming is in a sorry state in this country, people don't want to see 10k+ cow farms but they also won't pay the $6 a gallon for milk that small farms need to survive. Keep up the good work all of you, I used to be able to say there are fewer and fewer of us out there and we need to stick together but now I just say there's fewer of you left and y'all are the unsung heros of this country.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

I know exactly what you mean. It's hard to be a small farm in this environment.

[@rogerholloway8498]

I believe the Angles appear on your farm daily. The work always gets done by them. Merry Christmas and may the new year bring prosperity to this family!

[@lesterhertel2945]

Another very interesting video Thank you and God bless you and your family 😊😊😊😊😊

[@KennyDean-h8t]

Ronda. Those calf’s prancing around in the fresh new hay is like children on a Christmas morning going through all the presents under the Christmas tree. They are so adorable and funny ❤❤😊

[@greghamann2099]

You're really making good progress on the shop. Can't wait to see you use it.

[@paulbarr3981]

Thank you for covering all you and the family do, especially letting the calves into new bedding! That is another example of JOY!

[@cassrailroad5358]

Merry Christmas to you and family, plus Acres of Clay Farm 🥶🥶💯💯💯☃️☃️☃️🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄. Farmers are the best, like how Kevin explains everything.

[@KennyDean-h8t]

Ronda, that Buffet Table of food looks so delicious absolutely yummy for the tummy 😊

[@dennislamers986]

That is crazy how they put those eggs. Happy New Year to you and the family. Nice shop.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

The cow was cute sticking her head through the curtain. Some nice gifts and food, Kevin and you sons are just awesome with the work their doing on the workshop. The calves are always adorable, love seeing them jumping on the new bedding. Sounds like you had a wonderful Christmas, I want to wish you all a Happy New Year.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@dennisg4053]

I was kind of surprised that the chickens would lay any eggs in the short days and harsh cold! Rhonda and the calves are so adorable ! Kevin smiling while working ! What a great MAN ! Best New Years wishes to the whole Family !

[@acresofclayhomestead]

I definitely don't get as many eggs in the winter months.

[@robe9821]

Merry Christmas and happy 2025 From Missouri the weather here has been in the 50s and sometimes hit 60 next week is going to get cold but not as bad

[@Crash-549-vh1]

Looks like an awesome feast merry Christmas and a happy new year 🎁🎄🌠🙏🇺🇸

[@robertlusnia506]

God bless the farmers , if it wasn't for you and all the farmers we wouldn't eat or drink heathly

[@Gearoid35]

Great video, lovely Christmas scene, there Happy new year

[@lionelwhyte5915]

Happy New Year to you and all the family. And all the best for2025.

[@bernardvonderheide1268]

Merry Christmas and happy new year.

[@curtiswolf313]

Happy New Year to everyone at Acres Of Clay.🎊🥳

[@tracyeaves1084]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 and happy new year 🎈🎆🎊

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Same to you!

[@larrydavidson3402]

The new shop is absolutely perfect. The guys have done a great job building that especially on the hydraulic door opener. The home is so nicely decorated Ronda.

[@daveschwerdtfeger7842]

Happy New Year to you and the family🎉🐣🍷👋😊

[@joshwills5170]

Have a happy New years to your family

[@ajskab99]

Well…technically, if the fitting between the pressure valve and the cylinder blew out, the hydraulic oil would leak out of the cylinder letting the door down.

[@lynwessel2471]

The lock valves are on the cylinders. They need full pressure applied to open. If the cylinders cant push oil out they cant go down. My Powerlift door just has restrictors at the cylinder ports so if something blew they would lower slowly. Lock valve cylinders is a good idea.

[@williamwright8286]

Merry Christmas family. That table looked awesome!

[@ronaldbeatty9423]

Merry Christmas 🎁🎄

[@rambskin]

The shop door ought to be a split door like airplane hanger doors. So when the wind blows really hard, there is less wind resistance.

[@lynwessel2471]

Its only 24 ft wide.

[@underwaterdroneservices7292]

A person thinks they think of everything and then someone has a better idea. That would be split in the centre horizontal like a hinge right? Then the lift would be straight up and way less leverage weight etc. Too late now but that seems like it would be better but also not as cool as this door. Also, the door could likely be opened much faster and less likely to hit something parked outside the door. I rented a house with the old style flip in/out solid door and it was shredded because it opened into a car. (It wasn't me.)

[@tommcguire6081]

Merry Xmas to you and your family's

[@jimaalbers857]

Shop is really looking good. I miss growing up on a dairy farm this time of year, raw milk always made the best oyster stew

[@MorganOtt-ne1qj]

You got that right! 👍👍

[@ianthomas6656]

Oyster stew? ingredients? happy new year to all.

[@aproudamerican2692]

*We're so glad to hear that you and your family had a very Merry Christmas.* We Pray that you and your family have a Healthy Prosperous and Joyful New Year ahead 🙏🏻

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thank you! We pray the same for you!

[@dukemckeey8450]

I managed a farrow to finish hog operation years ago and miss those crisp cold mornings on the farm. Blessings to you all.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

There's just something about that crisp air. Especially if there's no wind. 😊

[@davidowen8632]

The new shop looks great

[@williamhussey5918]

Hi from Ireland 🇮🇪 happy Christmas enjoy your videos

[@jaybernieschoep]

merry christmas to you and your family.

[@jerryfaulkner6518]

I like the way that door works. Building pressure acts as a nice soft start. When you get ready for the next big door, let me know. I have hydraulic pump out of a compactor just like that one for you.

[@joshsuperduty1270]

Happy new year 🎊🎈🎆 Ronda n Family cheers 🍻 n hopefully more trucking in Spring of 2025

[@billyshumate853]

Great video Rhonda. Looks like y'all had a Merry Christmas and wishing you a Happy New Year

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thank you! You too!

[@rodneywroten2994]

Happy new year everyone

[@justinfelt748]

Happy Sunday, Rhonda! And merry belated Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!😊😊😊😊😊😎☀💙💙💙💙💙💙❄🎄🌷💖💖💖💖💖💖🎄❄⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍.

[@billwallace341]

Love watching the videos and how all the family works together. l want to wish all a Happy New Year,and everyone to be safe 🎉💥🎆🇺🇸

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thanks so much! Same to you!!

[@rogerburkholder7524]

I'm curious why you mounted the door cylinders with the rod end to the top. Our PowerLift door is the opposite way.

[@lynwessel2471]

Mine too. Dont have the part with hoses attached moving that way.

[@randyphillips1275]

I always enjoy watching your videos

[@Metaltocash]

Happy holidays to the family, may the new year fill you with happiness, new adventures, & new opportunities. Always looking forward to your content. :)

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thanks, you too! We are looking forward to the new year as well!

[@Northernnine8878]

Those baby cows are too sweet 🥹

[@acresofclayhomestead]

I know! They are so cute.

[@farmboy5622]

Growing up on the farm (Dairy and Beef cattle), I never fully understood about people having weekends and holidays off, because we had to work every day with no days off. Then, when I turned 18 and got out into the world and started working another job, I learned more about how the non-farming aspect worked. The light bulb went on, and I truly understood how farmers have to work every day to take care of their herds and equipment. I received your Christmas card and newsletter. Thank You. That was the first time I heard about you having a grandson. (Congratulations!!!) Hope we get to see him sometime soon. Looks like you had a nice feast for Christmas. Loved seeing the calves and their zoomies in the new bedding. Have a Happy New Year!!!

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@coreyburnell77]

I’m coming to your house for Christmas next year what a nice meal

[@acresofclayhomestead]

😄

[@brianrichardson7107]

I like the shop videos very well done

[@1944chevytruck]

AWESOME FOOD!....Merry Christmas

[@jerrystout3032]

Great Family and Great Parents!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇!👍

[@jeremysimon4439]

Kevin and Sydney, you really need to run some two ply wood braces from the bottom cord of the rafters up to the top cord of the rafters through the power door. It will help transfer the forces through the roof and into the sidewalls.

[@rmlestes]

Thanks

[@jimwerner636]

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year 🎉🎉🎉

[@mevinson]

Putting Quick-Connect hydraulic fittings on the outside and the inside of the garage door for emergency access is very smart ahead planning!

[@brendaks2994]

Rhonda you are so amazing!!! Your Christmas meal looked so delicious and awesome!! Happy New Year to you and yours 🎉

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Happy New Year to you, too!

[@KeithSizemore]

I always enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing

[@acresofclayhomestead]

I appreciate that!

[@underwaterdroneservices7292]

I don't have any kittens so I want all those calves as pets in my house. They're so cute.

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Lol. They'd be spoiled if they got to live in the house. 😄

[@charlietanner6211]

that is going to be a wonderful workshop now a entertainment center coffee pot break area oh my

[@bhensel100]

Merry Christmas..... 🌲 Beautiful spread for dinner. No one left hungry, that's for sure. We don't take our decorations down until Epiphany, January 6th

[@rdyardie]

We have a grand-daughter who lives in Lawton, OK. She is a ballerina in the Dallas. Her name is Abigail. . . . Happy New Year from Calgary, Alberta.

[@fivegrandkids]

Happy New Year Ronda and family.

[@jorgejimenez-ku1wx]

feliz navidad para todos,y un prospero ano nuevo!!!! Jorge.

[@rogerspencer4662]

Good morning hope you all have a good day

[@acresofclayhomestead]

You too! 😊

[@nathanmeece9794]

Remember to check hay baler for eggs before it is used again

[@tube8533]

Merry Christmas!

[@johnhenderson299]

Food spread looks yummy

[@stevecollins1196]

Love the video guys much love and respect thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

[@shannonm2689]

Merry Christmas safe new Year

[@rickrick7309]

Happy new year. Are new year here in Michigan mud yuck love your videos

[@Navajo-man]

🇺🇸🇺🇸. Hi Ronda and Kevin and the boys beautiful video Sydney is always smiling and being funny and have happy new year and as always you and families be safe 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@johnmedici6655]

Merry belated Christmas 🎄 I love all your videos and your family ❤ I often wonder if I would make a good farmer...probably not, I don't like waking up early! 😅

[@kens.3729]

Great video by your entire family minus Mackenzie. 👍🙏

[@edfrackowiak3498]

👍🎉 Congratulations 🎊 on getting the Door all Dialed in 😂 good job 👍

[@flemmingnielsen3434]

Happy New Year to you all

[@davidbaysinger3381]

Great video!

[@acresofclayhomestead]

Thanks!

[@jerrybrooks1773]

Glad you had a wonderful Christmas!! The attached link is for a farm that just started milking cows With robots. Fast forward through the video till you get to the robots milking. Please show this to Kevin. I like your channel reminds me when I used to help my Uncle on his dairy farm. Praying your family a s Safe and Happy New Year

[@daleschroeder8661]

Merry Christmas to you guys lol

[@daleschroeder8661]

And wishing you a very prosperous. New year u are my favorite people because I grew up on a farm in Iowa Wasn’t big like urs but it was home so yeah again have a nice new year lil

[@paulacaputo6688]

Wishing you a Happy New Year and best wishes for 2025🎉!

[@jamesmainers7814]

Great family!!

[@grantburnett]

Nice videos.I farm also but it’s good to see your farm and different ideas.Work safe.

[@Scotthobart1086]

Another great video

[@jaybernieschoep]

kevin did you tell mrs santa claus you want a newer chopper lol.