4th of July for our Family in Florida

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[@juliemiller4288]

Papaya is great for digestion. When we had tummy aches as kids, our mom would give us a papaya tablet. Always worked. I still use them as an adult.

[@janellmichael2166]

Idea to help with the wet sand issue: Having grown up in CA, I can empathize with those who can't stand the feeling of wet sand under their swim suits. But there is a simple solution - baby powder or baby cornstarch. While in the restroom, just take the time to put baby powder on in those areas and it will immediately dry the sand and make it fall off. Great to do with everyone's feet before getting back in the car after being on the beach too. Blessings, Janell

[@HannahMattox]

Jayden is going to be such an amazing addition to the working class and all around great person ❤ she's so amazing and multi-talented!❤

[@desireediaz5331]

We moved into our new home almost 2 weeks ago, and at our age (61 & 65), it was tough. EVERYTHING hurts! LOL Thankfully we had packers and movers, BUT we still had a lot to do. I suffer from fibromyalgia, so I’ve been having hip pain. Everything is FINALLY clean and organized, so all that’s left, is hanging pictures. As tired as we are, we’re so thankful to live near our 2 sons and grandson. Keep up the great work Amy and Greg, and rest when you can!❤️❤️❤️

[@robinbadura2226]

You can get the film sheet you cut yourself frosting patterns to put on your Kitchen windows it let the light come in but not the glare of the sun.

[@rondamcbride6607]

You guys are a hoot and a holler Love the hunt for the fireworks. Can’t wait to see you get all the organizers done. I love organizing.

[@juliejones7358]

Amy, I’ve had my herbs and spices on the back of my cooker, near heat for years. I’ve been married for nearly 40 years and they’ve NEVER been ruined.

[@leeannbjortvedt8786]

So glad you all had a fantastic Florida 4th of July!!! 🎉❤🎉❤

[@janicereed6427]

Amy just commenting before you get out of the kitchen,you should buy some under counter lighting and it makes a huge difference. I have wonderful lighting overhead but off to the side is dark. Just saying

[@kathybridges3343]

Love mine

[@liberty121]

Yes, it helps so much!

[@diversekakes]

Any recommendations? Great idea

[@cindyfuller6394]

I agree. Under counter lights have helped HUGE in my small kitchen.

[@dotgoodwin4312]

Good advice!

[@treyjoyner1932]

I already watched your vlog, Amy. I hope you had your 1st "July 4" in Florida. I need to go back and watch your videos about moving from North Carolina to Florida. I moved from North Carolina to Georgia in 1990. I went to Florida to explore Walt Disney World in 2010. Within this past July 4 and a tad afterwards, I watched the movies, had a barbecue and watched 3 DVR'd fireworks' specials. I had hotdogs and cheeseburgers with mustard and ketchup. I also had grilled chicken and baked beans. I ate the last of the small "July 4" cupcakes.

[@leslieiannottacronin2176]

You might consider lemon, lime and grapefruit trees. The blossoms smell great too!

[@ponycyndi1]

A recipe from my aunt: Freeze your fruit (soft fruits work best) and blend one or more together- papaya, guava, mangoes, banana, pineapple, peaches, etc and then blend with just a little canned coconut milk to make a slushy treat. Maybe your kids would like the papaya blended in with a little bit of other fruit and the coconut milk.

[@amymaryon]

We may try this thank you

[@ShellL]

Oh my Goodness Brown Sugar on Sauerkraut. It sounds weirdly amazing, can’t wait to try it. Thank Greg’s Boss

[@toomanythoughtsinmyhead]

Sprinkle salt and chile and lime or lemon juice on the papaya. I bet your kids would love it. There's a condiment called Tajin. I wonder if you have it in Florida? Really, it's just salt, lime and chile powder. It's wonderful on watermelon, too. Papaya is not my favorite (it does smell weird) but seriously, it is so good for the digestion. I ate slice of it every day when I was pregnant with #3 and it made a HUGE difference in just how icky my gut felt. I would do it again, for the relief. Tell your girls; it may come in handy one day. A couple days ago I was trying to dry a load of towels in my Samsung dryer. I thought of you as I waited and waited and waited....😅

[@riograndelily8344]

Amy , your handling this kitchen storage like a champ. I did not realize how big your last home was. I would be crying or buys storage cabinets. You are showing others Love by being the example of '" I can do all things through Christ whom gives me strength" Every thing looks great. Can't wait for the painting to begin✝ 💖

[@priscillaclancy478]

Well putting childs issues ahead of your own is the greatest sign of caring i think because at the end of the day no firework display is worth it not been enjoyed at as jaden and broklyn proved more ways then one to enjoy it🎉🎉. Also somestimes i think i need to get a bike lock for the scissors😂 have blessed day all

[@dianajones8536]

My son was born on July 4th. We have always gone to the beach and vacationed and celebrated his birthday during that time. Yes! It was crowded! But we loved watching the fireworks on the beach. We just rode the golf cart back to where we we’re staying. We always made it a big deal because it was his birthday. I really enjoyed watching your family have fun together. I think you all are awesome parents! ❤️🎉

[@angeloverturff7323]

Green arrow at the turn protects the driver turning, the solid green light means you can go but you are taking a risk of getting hit so be careful, because oncoming traffic is still going and not stopped.

[@corran2000]

I’m still watching and wondering whilst your doing your spices if you are able to recycle plastic and glass? those jars you binned should be recycled. In the UK our bin men wouldn’t take normal rubbish with recyclable things in and we can be fined… I’m a stickler for doing as much as I can, I take wrappers from cans, boxes from food packaging etc. it’s amazing how little your bin has in when you can recycle a lot… back to watching 😉😊

[@cindysandhu7281]

Hi Amy, Papaya is delicious if you blend it up for smoothies mixed with other fruit and also dried Papaya is very good. It is a slimy fruit but used blended or dried it is delicious.

[@AliceCullen0890]

I like going to Ollie’s to get the big spices and just use those containers

[@gwendolynhenderson1302]

I don't know if you've found out what your tree is...I'm not sure but it looks a lot like a peach tree. I grew up in SC and remember peach trees having a kinda droopy long leaf look to them. I'm not sure but it really does look like one to me. Good luck!

[@maryskindacrafty]

Love what you did with your spices! I love the chemistry you and your husband have together. We have been seeing so much more of him in Florida. We spent the fourth in our pool and just watch our community fireworks. It is always great!

[@Cathy1223]

We have kept two pairs of scissors in the kitchen for many years! 😂 It was such a battle when we had six kids at home! I could never find my scissors!

[@kathycunningham6677]

Good morning Amy What a fun 4th day with your family. When you have nothing planned all of a sudden you can make the best day ever. You had it all covered from food to fireworks. I’m glad I / we got to share in it. Thanks a million. Have a beautiful and blessed day……great job with spices too😊😊😊😊

[@jackieburnett6881]

Such a fun 4th of July! Loved watching y’all having such great family time! Well, the mango didn’t go over well and I don’t really have a suggestion! Lol! I do want to say the organization plan was fantastic but I personally would not put my spices on the back of the stove several reasons heat and life of spices, but the containers will get messy and require a lot of upkeep… grease and steam makes a lot of upkeep. This is only my opinion because I have tried and it didn’t work for me. But I’m not saying it will not work in your home. Amy you are so blessed to have such a wonderful family. Also Greg is an amazing husband and father! Y’all are perfect for one another. You complement each other! Everything is really coming along really great and you have accomplished a lot. You are definitely getting there!Happy 4th to you and family!

[@tammybelt1621]

Being in Florida don't forget to water your fruit trees daily. Your home is beautiful!!!

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Hi Amy, Greg and family. So good to see some of the kids. I have missed them. Jaden is a gem! Beautiful fireworks. Love the Maryons.

[@amymaryon]

We had a great time.

[@user-bo1rj2xu2s]

Your neighbors did a great job with the fireworks which made it festive and easy for the neighborhood. A great ending to a wonderful day of celebration.

[@Mom-pu8vt]

It’s an Indian mango tree, still too small yet to grow mango though. Once it gets taller, it will start flowering then producing mangoes. Water it daily though.

[@tammymilner814]

Some spice racks that are magnetic to go on your freezer for some.

[@missdee3]

Hi Amy , papaya is great to aid digestion and you might like it better if you dehydrated it , I don’t have a tree in my yard so I buy some fresh but mostly dried then I make a nice trail mix with it

[@jillcarlson2076]

The mango tree has probably already finished for the year. Ours is and it’s July 11th Welcome to Florida!! We live between Tampa and Orlando. A great state to live in! 🥰🙏💕

[@amymaryon]

I appreciate this very much thank you ☺️

[@lorelletravis2650]

Could you take the papaya to church to share with others? Or put them in a blessing box, if you have them in your area. @amymaryon

[@shirleymorgan9254]

Glad to see y’all having fun. Happy 4th.

[@donnaallison7462]

The heat and salt will cause you to have inflammation which will cause numb feeling .Nice spice organization! I hope you all have a great week.

[@vintagechyck4688]

Yay! You found the utility knife! 🎉

[@rebeccabrimmer7145]

That does look like the leaves of a mango tree but they take a very long time to produce fruit and that looks to be a fairly young tree. I would suggest giving it some fertilizer or food for fruit trees. I also wanted to make a note that it’s too bad that no one liked the papaya because it’s excellent to help with digestion issues. The enzymes in it help break down foods that are dense and hard to break down.

[@tracylhancock8478]

I loved that the works product you mentioned! For the same reason! I've noticed recently that it doesn't work the same. I figured they may have changed the formulation?

[@amymaryon]

Probably

[@carolstead5404]

The moisture would also get into your spice jars while you are cooking if you store at the back of your hob! Spices look great in your draw😉

[@lizwalton2489]

I purchased a set of borosillic glass containers with the bamboo lids about a yewr ago. They were origionally intended for my spices but i have different set of glass spice jars in use, pluss the Lord gave me a wooden spice turntable so i decided to use the borosillic glass containers with bamboo lids for my broad range of fruit teas, floral teas, vanilla powder, caramel powder & hot chocolate powder & a range of coffees. It's good to see you & Gregg working as a team on YT. May you all be blessed.

[@sharondunsmore9768]

You and your husband are hilarious together getting lost that's the sort of thing we do . When we just moved up to our house we ran right past the opening and had turn and go back.We used to get lost all the time my son used to say where are we going we said just a detour and he said nope we are lost it was so funny we got there in the end love your channel.❤ From Scotland

[@claudiawaddel2429]

I have the same clear containers with the wood lids and I keep them on the top of the stove. All is well

[@joanneramirez3430]

That was fun to watch. Thanks for sharing your day with us. It’s nice to see your family have fun. Happy 4th of July. 🎉

[@tracylhancock8478]

I kept thinking when watching you with the labels that maybe you could have printed them in whatever color etc you wanted with your vinyl printer?

[@amymaryon]

Just not set up yet

[@terifricke848]

Found 70 is lowest to run air to get best results. Seems to feel cooler and less stress on the unit. Also heard run unit no more than a 20 degree outside difference

[@TracyShead-Stamey]

I used the works for rust in my tub way back in the day. My tub was cast iron though. Not sure if that means anthing though.

[@ArtieLeporiJr]

In PA we all put apple cider vinegar and brown sugar on our kraut… amazing on hotdogs!!

[@angelabrockman7816]

The spice drawer looks great! ❤

[@susanrogers2073]

A suggestion Amy, in your spice drawer put them in alphabetical order😊

[@vasseurkarin]

Glad you like there .in Florida . like your home

[@saracole7799]

Hi Amy, to help with the papaya, I cut them in half, scoop out the seeds and then squeeze some fresh lime juice and eat with a spoon.

[@amymaryon]

I'll have to try again

[@amandagomez7140]

I don't know if this was recommended to you before but you can order your caramel macchiato "upside down" which means they shake it all together for ya so no need to try stirring with your straw.👍

[@amymaryon]

Yes for some weird reason i don't like it mixed

[@jenniferhenrich2852]

Hey Amy. You can roast papaya, Martha Stewart recipe. If you google there are health benefits. Also could be added to tropical smoothie with pineapple, mango etc. You could prepare and freeze extrafor the winter. The roasted recipe sounds interesting. From Toronto with love ❤

[@lorigoins1765]

I like the way you did your seasonings. Some I use often but I still like them all put away

[@lucindasutt7365]

Chilli Spice Mix, Fajitas Spice Mix, your Salad Dressing Mix, Indian Spice Mix like Garam Marcela. I try and make all my spice mixes because they use up my spices much faster. Yes recessed lighting is no good for under cabinet seeing. I was so surprised how big your great room is. Hugh house and beautiful.😊

[@arlenegreer7599]

I am from Sarasota, alot of people take their boats in the bay to watch the fireworks! It is so cool! You will love it!

[@amymaryon]

We wanted to but are so unfamiliar with where to go ..next year

[@vickihoughton1123]

If you want to put your spices on the back of your stove just do it.

[@berniehoohuli]

Hi Amy! Try spooning out the papaya, like you do with avocado. Much easier than skinning then cutting. Enjoy!🩷

[@kristina6832]

LOVE, LOVE, my under the counter lights. Most of the time, that is all we will turn on. Makes a great back drop.

[@patriciagreene5842]

Love that don’t feel Guilty, do what you can do ❤

[@Janice_1979_]

my husband feels numb and sore everyday, he is a trailor mechanic so he has a very physical job. But my husband also bike rides so he doesnt feel it so much. Gotta keep active. As you get older its important to stay active and healthy. Great video Amy and Greg.

[@susancollins1881]

Amy I have used the works in my fiberglass shower for the last 15 years and it does take off the yellowing from the hard water/well

[@amymaryon]

Smiling

[@AnissaM63]

I'm opposite of everyone, I keep my spices in a cabinet next to the stove, 🤷🏻‍♀️ but I use them on a daily so they are not there long enough to get bad from heat, which I see you use yours on a daily too, so that's my opinion on yours if you want to keep them on the stove I don't see a problem 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@corran2000]

Mine are in the cupboard next to the cooker too! I find it much easier but then I don’t have many drawers in My kitchen, I have cutlery in one, pans in another and towels and aprons in the last.

[@kellyclark2684]

Morning 3am here and I love watching before I go to bed. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@amymaryon]

Thanks for watching.. good night

[@briannamartin4358]

Happy 4th 🎉🎉 Have a wonderful week 🪻🌷🪻

[@vanessaward2348]

I lived in the Philippines for a year...and we ate our papayas once they turned yellow. They were much larger, too.

[@priscillaroberts2429]

Jayden is awesome! So helpful in so many ways!

[@mimijones4963]

Hi Amy, yay you tried papaya. Those you cut aren’t fully ripe yet. Place in brown paper bag to help them along. Once ripe the best eaten with a spoon- straight out of the skin once you scoop the seeds out. That tree looks more like avocado. Can you take a closer picture/look of the leaves?

[@donnajakubos4249]

This is hilarious, we recently moved and it's taken us three weeks to figure out The roads😁😂

[@carreyn9808]

You all need to get Florida Resident Busch Gardens year around tickets. The price for the year for Florida residents is the price for visitors one time visit. Also, check out the Barnum Bailey Circus Mansion and Museum down in Sarasota. By the way U turns are legal in Florida unless otherwise designated

[@amymaryon]

Thank you 😊

[@bethcummins4318]

Muriatic Acid is what you use on pool to remove the calcium build up!

[@amymaryon]

We tried that

[@bethcummins4318]

@@amymaryon bummer…. I had horrible build up and it took it right off! Was it in liquid form? And a wire brush?

[@amymaryon]

Yes and we did ..i think he is going to replace them

[@valerienaff4612]

It's probably an old thick build up. Homeowners rarely have the patience to do the acid treatment over and over again to get the layers of old scale off. If it's fresh scale, cleaning it with acid, would bubble up, dissolving the calcium. Similar to what happens when you use hydrogen peroxide on a wound.

[@kawaiigamergirl2584]

I was told that sometimes trees only flower and fruit every other year. Also sometimes you need a male and a female tree. And sometimes you need to self-pollinate if they don't get pollinated by the bees

[@sandratoonen6759]

Good morning from the Nederlands...I love your video's.

[@glendabrekke5475]

i have the same small spice jars. some label the top of jars too. The tall glass jars will look good on back of stove, because you have a big stove vent I don't think they will get hot. R there rules living in HOA community for fireworks? I believe I heard you say that. consider putting a rubber bumper foot on all your drawers and cabinet doors so you don't hear the slam sound. it would be like you wouldn't hear them close. Thanks for sharing your family fun time and fireworks

[@kathycourington4748]

I wish you were my neighbor you're so motivating and I would have you come over and energized and motivate me with my spices in my organizing and then I'd have you pray over me and I'd go to it thank you for all your encouragement and all your sharing

[@cindysmith5855]

Amy put your other spoon holder up next to your stove like the other one and put some things in it like your spatula whisk like Kimberly did on the wads. I think it would look nice.

[@diversekakes]

I bought spice jars on Amazon like you that I fill with my store bought spices and I store the back up containers in a different space out of the way and then before I think I’m out of a spice I check my refill bottles and it works out great! My only complaint: I have granite countertops and there has been a hand full of times that one of the kids has dropped the glass bottle and it shattered, so I think the drawer is a great idea!

[@suelnnapier9646]

My spices and baking spices like cocoa, i put them in half pint mason jars with the screw on lids. It works great.

[@jaidez9471]

I'd buy the white labels and stick them on the other side😊

[@karenselogic7742]

Get a trap and put the bigger spices you use on top of your fridge where you have the gap between it and your cabinets

[@pstokdijk]

Once again I reached the end of your video and asked my husband if we could move to Florida!!!

[@amymaryon]

Lol it's nice here.

[@amandamaxwell2481]

Vinegar, or acetic acid, will dissolve calcium deposits. It is what we had to use when I worked as a dialysis nurse. Might give that a try.

[@sarahsiskin6780]

Oh Greg. Lol. I just know this whole pool will be different in a few months. Good going! Nice to see him have a project he seems to enjoy. More than mowing. Looks hot down there guys

[@holywatermama]

Our son-in-law accepted a job in Florida last summer. They, with their 3 daughters moved to Winter Haven, and we went for the 4th of July. July 3rd there was a waterski show and fireworks. It was great and everyone seemed to be having a good time. It seems that there's so much free things for kids to do. Oh, and we're from Louisiana and while it was hot in Florida, it wasn't sweltering like Louisiana.

[@rebeccabrimmer7145]

I love the big containers. They are so nice. I quickly found that having them on the back of the stove they got splattered with grease and food particles from cooking. Cleaning them constantly was a pain and the labels eventually got ruined 😢

[@karenselogic7742]

The complete season is like the all season . Some have labels that just say all season

[@daphneleigh9821]

Hi Amy Enjoyed todays vlog very much so thank you 🌄btw like your dress is it amazon & do you have the link? Enjoy your day🌴🏵🌸

[@maryhodges1673]

Great video!! Love your new home it is so beautiful 🇺🇸🌻

[@aligurl100]

I really like seeing your iPad clock on the counter. For me it's enjoyable seeing the time pass as you speed up the video when you are doing things. To see how long it's actually taking you to do something. HAHAHAHA, I know that is totally weird. For the papaya, it's a natural stomach acid reducer and helps greatly for relieving heartburn. You can also freeze it and put it in smoothies if you don't like the texture of eating it fresh.

[@amymaryon]

I understand completely about the time things ..we will have to try that thank you

[@lizwalton2489]

PS You've done a lovely piece of work with your new spice set layout.

[@kathybridges3343]

Amazon has a spice rack that has magnets, I put mine on the side of my fridge and love it

[@Mom-pu8vt]

It’s an Indian Mango tree. Still too small yet ( recently planted perhaps) . Keep watering daily. Once it gets taller and starts flowering, it will produce mangoes. I have a mango tree in my garden. Fruit trees and all are Gods great blessings :) take care.

[@amymaryon]

Oh thank you for this ☺️

[@Blessedgal_3897]

Publix is my favorite to shop at especially for their buy 1 get 1 free deals. 😊 Hope you have a wonderful week Amy. ❤❤❤❤

[@carolynczachura138]

Good morning Amy.. Great vlog as always. Loved it. In your spare time my Mom and I need you to come and get us organized. Lol. Have a great day. ❤❤❤ Carolyn and Jackie.

[@justpassinthru]

Papaya is like kiwi and fresh pineapple with the digestive enzymes so wash your mouth with water after. Good for you. Grilled mango is awesome. Don't know if papaya grilled would be good or not.

[@georgeannyork-crosslin6413]

I drain, rinse and put sugar in my sourkraut

[@peggytaylor2616]

Try some blinds for kitchen. They come in different colors and easy to clean.

[@caglrz2183]

The goya sazon is good on everything, chicken, pork chops, stews. Must try n especially your rice

[@janetwebb7127]

The hanging baskets on the inside of your pantry door that I mentioned yesterday, would be great for your seasonings that you don’t use as often or your bigger containers plus your extras!

[@amymaryon]

Yes i may do that. Thank you

[@alliep512]

Hi Amy could you please post a link to the tall spice jars you got. Thanks 😊

[@joannbanks7007]

Amy, I’ve kept my spices by the stove for 30 years and have never had a problem. The only thing you want to keep away from the stove is oils.

[@fayejacobs1043]

The pool issue, maybe call a pool cleaning service and possibly you could get them to come out and analyze what to do about the grime on the pool wall.