Another CALF?! | VLOG

[@WinkTartanBelle]

"Chicken math leads to cowculus" is probably the best summation of the journey into homesteading I have ever heard.

[@elzabethdowns241]

It was beautifully real! Agreed

[@metalmartha2571]

I completely agree! That should really be the next shirt lol

[@BradfordHomestead]

@@metalmartha2571 @RootsAndRefugeFarm you have to make it a tshirt! 😂🥰

[@suehinson1629]

100% agree with you all, and to add, You say "best summation" we say "best T-Shirt" of the journey into homesteading Roots and Refuge could ever have!! Right? Just saying 😌! I would proudly wear it! Here's another thought to: "Chicken math leads to Cowculus!" For the front, with "Real Food comes Dirty!" On the back. Limited time and quantity. (For those adoption fees!😉👍❤) You have a great week and God bless.

[@WickedAwesomeGardening]

Right? I never thought I wanted a cow but um... now I kinda want a cow LOL

[@s.h.2708]

You are so lucky to have a husband who builds your “dreams”.

[@shandysgarden]

Truth!!

[@milissaleatherwood6837]

Right?! I've been slowly doing hints that my bf should check out Miah's KZbin when it's up and running 😂 he built me so awesome raised beds last year. I have a genetic low back issue that makes it hard on me to constantly bend or to stay bent for a long period. He built me beds that are 3' tall 😁

[@hottotrotarabs]

I’ve never clicked so fast! 😂

[@LiveGrowRescue]

Me too!

[@hannahrosefl]

Literally told my boss, I was taking a break 🤣🤣

[@TheFarnhamHomestead]

SAME

[@theglitterballlifestyle675]

Oh my God same

[@Chickens_and_Pens]

Same!! 😂😂

[@roannaelisa7144]

I came for the garden but staying for the whole homestead process now♡

[@BradfordHomestead]

I am so stinking excited for you all! I guess it’s kind of like repotting a tree. Jess has been “replanted” from a 4 acre pot into a 27 acre pot and she is absolutely thriving - all of y’all are! Jessica, you are proof that hard work can make the dream work! 💕🤟🙏

[@TheBeadGarden]

I love that analogy!

[@leighdegenhardt485]

This must be what it felt like for folks that started watching you from day one on your channel! I came on a couple of years later and have followed you to the Carolinas now and am loving the knowledge you are imparting to everyone that are beginners and those of us that are truly just observing your journey. I am 71 and grow herbs not going to farm or do chickens, goats or cows but love you and your family and the journey y'all are on! You are the highlight to any given week! Blessings y'all and love the newest baby!!

[@lucasoetens2225]

Your face when you said “but I found a calf” it made my day 🤣🤣🤣🤣 love your content

[@crazylicious85]

Especially when she said “and I bought her” 😆

[@MrsDorr813]

When you give a Jess a barn I'm also a Jess with a barn. I totally get it.

[@rode792]

Suggestion on the stanchion. Tractor Supply (or most farm stores) sell rubber horse stall matts. You can cut them down to size with a good razor knife. Cut one down to fit the bottom (or at least the back half) of the stanchion, they spray clean very easily after poop/pee incidents :)

[@andreavella7742]

I find the whole "cow" endeavors fascinating. It's been so much fun learning about them through your video(s). There's a lot more to owning a cow then I'd ever realized. Thank you for bringing us along every step of the way. I share what I'm learning with my husband. He gives me that look like "we are not getting a cow no matter how much you know about them". HAHA

[@mamamode1312]

I seem to recall "I'd like to get a cow for milk." Now, there are four and plans for beef cattle . . . Um and the goaty girls are getting transfers. Yup chickens were the start math, goats were the passing through and now cows, next could be Bison 🤔 . . .

[@debrasaints3809]

“I’ll stay here and take care of the other cows”! LOL Miah! Cow whisperer! 😂😂

[@loreleikeller3695]

Shout out for Hannah being such a wonderful friend and calming Jess's nerves. Jess you got this! Congratulations 🎊

[@shellyholdren6120]

OMg, i just burst out laughing when you said, "but i found a calf"....of COURSE YOU DID!!!! Oh bless you for making me laugh today when its been a rough day. Yi Ha girl, you GO

[@jessicapabon2105]

Hepzibah is absolutely adorable and she's got a great pair of lungs. I love how she is a darker chocolate compared to the others and her lashes go for miles hahaha. Too cute for words. Looking forward to seeing hope adopt hepzibah as her own. Now Helen is probably one of my favorite of your female dairy cows I don't know there's just something about that black mask that really keeps her apart but also her beautiful personality and her calm demeanor. Can't wait to see you the glass Greenhouse! Everything seems to be coming along rather nicely. Maya did an amazing job on the barn and I just couldn't stop saying how absolutely gorgeous that Barn is to my sister.

[@jackcsaffell5641]

Excuse me Ms. Jessica, the window green house is going to be ready for VALENTINES DAY!. he he he. It is definitely going to be a HOUSE. That amazing thing is going to be massive. I loved when someone said "I liked it better when you talked about gardening." That was so funny. This life of yours is a FARM. Farm life generally comes with animals, big beautiful red barns, baking bread, getting kids to school, kissin on your husband, lovin on your dogs and cats, starting seeds, growin Dr. Wytche's tomatoes, killin bugs, gathering eggs and milking cows. To you and Mr. Miah, it's just another day in paradise. God bless you guys, we love you!

[@chellehaney942]

I've been married 34+ years as of this coming weekend, and I flipping love what you share on here between the two of you. You share real moments. I'm sure not them all (wink) but you share real moments. I giggle, laugh, tear and just smile along with you. You adjusting the camera to have him stand by you as you deliver the why's and what's coming.. LOVE IT.

[@chellehaney942]

and share all the content of your journey you're willing to share. You have support far and wide.

[@jacquelynhill1598]

“Seed starting” etc, are important topics, but what a blast to experience “calving” and other aspects of animal husbandry on the homestead. I love the new “babies”, and look forward to seeing your plans for them. Each new challenge you and Miah face (and solve together) spotlight your growing maturity as “the Real Deal”. Praying for your success!

[@tinatippin5705]

Well said!

[@Chickens_and_Pens]

I’m all about the cows!!! Love the garden and that’s what brought me to you and all of your families personality’s and your faith and advice and teachings has kept me!! But I’m truly loving the cows!! I love to hear them mooo!!!! It’s so Awesome!! God bless! Welcome baby Halle and Hepsy!

[@stephaniemcghee2240]

I Love, Love, Love the cow and calf stuff!!! I love the gardening but please, please, please keep showing the cow, calf and the milking and the milk products! I’m in love 🥰

[@LiveGrowRescue]

Trust me, most of us love the cow talks! We love animals and your animals!

[@southernwanderer7912]

I love the way you and your husband interact, even finishing each other's sentences. It's nice to see such a bonded couple. I think the calf-sharing is a great idea.

[@Cdees57]

Congratulations on the orphan calf. She's gorgeous and so is Halle.

[@barbarabrand190]

When you nicknamed your hubby "Sweet Miah" you were brilliant! Its hard to decide sometimes if he is keeping quiet to live up to that name, or if that's just his personality.

[@trainingolives3370]

I love hearing about the cows and just anything y’all are doing, honestly. I also have to say that I am noticing that Miah seems to be genuinely happy and content. Not that he wasn’t before, but maybe just even more so now... Lots of blessings with all the work.

[@tinatippin5705]

You roller coaster all you need, Jess. This is a huge adjustment for you and family. It is so sweet to see Miah and his herd. You can do all thing through the strength that comes from God. But you knew that. Big things are ahead!

[@sharongraser6579]

I have to laugh sometimes I see Miah smile and give a tiny head shake, I think he's trying to keep up with how fast your brain can analyze a situation, he knows where the outcome is going to end.😃I love watching the awesome interaction!

[@missyhorvath235]

You address your audience with exceptional grace - I appreciate your response of humor, giggles and a thankful heart regarding your fan comments, and not taking all the rest too seriously. And that is why we love you! Good job guys, love you much!

[@crazylicious85]

Harmony & Hazel are my top names! So exciting 😆

[@charlesbrooks5003]

Happy Cow and Holy Cow are my faves!

[@noranature]

I like it when you talk about cows. my grandparents also had 2 cows and I saw some calves when I was a kid, it always reminds me a lot of my grandparents when I hear from your cows and the stories about them. but I also like it when you talk about the garden. I did my first sowing today. I'm most excited about the asparagus. Last week I found wild asparagus seeds here in the swiss alps and can't wait to see if they germinate. All the best for you and your family but also for everyone who reads this.

[@eaglegirl9939]

I am totally enjoying the animals on your homestead. I can wait for the garden stuff because it will be here before you know it. You make great videos, thank you so much. 🐖🐄🦙🐐🐓🐕🐈‍⬛🦎😃

[@eugeniamotte2731]

I have seen thousands of Calfs being born but I’ve never been so excited as to see your calf being born!

[@portiagts9416]

Watching y’all grow and figuring things out is way more entertaining than the junk on tv

[@LandOfJuncoville]

You’re killing me… Helen, Hope, Honey, your friend Hannah, and now Heifie! 😵‍💫 H names!! 😂 But I am loving this whole cow thing! We are dreaming of the day when our little homestead is set up ! Bless you guys!

[@Bennettfarm]

I feel like you might end up with even more cows 🤣 this is seriously what I would do too. This is so exciting to watch. I just love it!!

[@kimberlyhughes5475]

Oh, my goodness! The adopted calf has a REALLY strong voice! Just lovely!

[@tamarascleaning]

I am totally wooed by your farm and your excitement of starting from scratch! Someone mentioned they wished you had your garden rather than the animals to talk about. I absolutely LOVE your gardens (that's what caught my attention to begin with) however I fell IN LOVE with the animals, mainly the goats and their kids(that's what got me coming back and hooked) and truly I missed the animal footage once garden season was full on. I can't wait to see what's next on your homestead and I honestly hope there is a balance of both animals and gardens

[@pennywv8636]

Omg, the look on your face when you said “and I bought her”, priceless

[@laurelb1962]

I'm gonna call you the Moo Mama. Your Dreams are coming true Jess and I'm over the moon happy for you. Congrats on the Beautiful little calf, now you have two, to spoil. 🥰 Blessings Laurel ❤

[@jillwright8196]

The new baby is just beautiful! And, yes I agree with everyone else, the go pro is a better picture overall because we can see a lot more:) Thanks so much for sharing!

[@diannaboffer7706]

The baby calfs are so cute. I can already tell Effie is a keeper, you have already bonded(she is so cute multiple times)☺Jeremiah is so skilled and girl you are so lucky to have such a smart husband that helps. Stay Blessed y'all☺

[@FermentedHomestead]

I want to believe you when you say you’re not getting anymore calves… 😂 I am SO excited to see how you build out your gardens!

[@theclumsygardener2883]

Really thought the name was going to be Harmony. Also it may be my nursing brain but I thought you kept saying Hep C 🤦‍♀️😂 i love seeing all of the animals congratulations on all your accomplishments!

[@ronwolfwalker2526]

When needing to move an orphan calf amongst our angus, we use a product called Orphan-No-More. it's a powder that you put a cap full along the back of the calf, if it is dry wet the calf's back slightly, it's a combination of mineral salts that cause the cow to zero in and lick the calf adopting it within a feeding or two.

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

I’ve never had a calf or a milk cow, but I’m enjoying learning through your process. Your channel has always been about whatever is going on in your life, and I think that’s why we’re all here.

[@sarahday5861]

I like hearing about your cows. When you get a bull you should name him Herchel.

[@jessicarogers4618]

I personally like the change of pace with the cow talk in addition to the garden talk in the spring. I love your joy with the new experiences.

[@kmarshall53]

The babies are just gorgeous! How sweet to have two little ones. I’m excited about the greenhouse and will enjoy seeing what Jeremiah has designed. 💗💗

[@amberpatrick-griffin5538]

I'm here for it no matter if you're gardening, building barns or raising sweet baby anythings! I look forward to your video's no matter the topic. You and sweet Miah just do everything with so much thought and put your whole hearts into every decision. You're quite the inspiration to me!

[@HeyItsBolt]

Hefsey sounds an awfully lot like hep c. Not to rain on anyones parade. She’s a beautiful calf. You are a crazy cow lady now. Lol 😂

[@ivyblack8145]

When I heard the possible nickname I was like, *please* do not use that nickname. That's exactly what it sounds like.

[@brittanygunn4701]

Don’t let no one discourage you! We love your cows! 😍🥰

[@linntuttle]

So lovely staying up with all you are doing. This is a “great cow” adventure! Be proud of your accomplishments! Love your productions! Keep them coming!!! It’s all great in my book! 📚💞

[@gillianmuspic2337]

Congrats on the new calf and am so delighted that she took to Hope's teat immediately. Regarding the length of the video, if it gets longer no problem. I'll just pause it if i have to do something

[@calissahamilton2692]

I love her name! I would probably call her Zibah 😊

[@marievtbxviiii]

I’ve been going to bed at night watching a ton of old videos, feeling the struggle and the longing and the hope. I love seeing how far this family has come! This journey is beautiful and I’m so happy for you guys. Living the dream life and working hard for it ❤️

[@julliefillippi8155]

Your glowing like a new momma. Love seeing the cows. Can’t wait to see the window greenhouse.

[@janerevell-revere3260]

Take a breath crazy lady, brilliant but crazy. Need to take a breath Jess and enjoy it all. Bless you and thank you for taking us along. Xx

[@karincartwright8752]

Don't call the new calf "Hepsi" too close to "Hep C" (hepatitis C) Hephzi seems OK;)

[@suemcknight9051]

@ karin cartwright…👍exactly….I had commented earlier: “ Heffie = heifer”, so, hopefully “Hepsi” is not going to happen for the reason you stated 😉😄

[@charlesbrooks5003]

I was thinking the same thing

[@RTCPhotoWork]

My first thought!

[@learnaswegrow-CA]

That’s what I thought she said at first.

[@dawnbaker7711]

Same! I wouldn’t call my animals a contagious disease.

[@BettyBoopBarnes]

Hep C? 😂 I'll pass on milk from hep C. It's great that you're helping an orphan though, wonderful! You have a big heart

[@kitcarson1388]

You are doing so well with your animals - here’s another suggestion for an “H” name that I think is perfect for a cow - Heidi. The farm is going to be amazing this spring - green grass, flowers, little veggies, and baby animals everywhere. I can’t wait to see baby ducks down by the pond. It will be so beautiful. 👩‍🌾 💕

[@amyecheto8718]

I love Miah's sense of humour 🤘🌱❤️

[@kellybesse4625]

Cowculus! Love it!!!

[@waywardcajunfarms2731]

Y'all crack me up with the handshaking and congratulating each other and is so cute!

[@heavenly-dreamsdairygoats]

Just breath Jess, it's awesome that Hope was so good. The new calf looks to be a Chocolate Jersey. I'm on baby goat watch as we have a major snow storm heading our way for the next two day. Could see 20+" of snow. I say bring it!! Our doe is due Sat with the day temp 17 and the low 1 degree. Thank you for sharing. God Bless.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Praying for you guys! What an adventure!

[@teresamariner4238]

Prayers you and yours are safe, warm, and the heat, water, and electricity stay on. God bless.

[@margemoore6634]

Wow......."and the story grows"....both of your babies are just beautiful..."it's all just a lot"...ya think?!!! Take a deep breath...count to ten....and grin...hugs

[@cindyfrick4860]

That is one precious little girl, Jess! I was getting all geared up with my helpful advice! 😉😉 Bit yay! It was easy, so glad! What a pleasure, and what a lovely baby and great playmate for Halle!!! Love it.

[@tibbs4000]

Seeing first hand how rough some farmers treat their animals, I really appreciate how humane you are with yours.

[@frantracey8737]

I read books (Francine Rivers) with Hadassah in them. Also, my friend used to name her cows after an Australian native plant, but starting with the same letter each year. Eg, 2022 all calves born starting with A. Then you know exactly how old they are.

[@melissamiew4056]

Am so ridiculously excited about the window greenhouse. I love all greenhouses and peoples different artistic ways with them.

[@RainyJo715]

Hallelujah is such a beauty!! So pretty!! 💗 The new one is super cute too! And for the record, I absolutely LOVE the cow 🐮 videos!! I’m a gardener too, but we can watch those videos during garden season, I’m excited to see the cows now. They’re so sweet and entertaining to me! God Bless!! 🙏🏼

[@lubans369]

Listen Jess, you have a great verity of content! You used to talk about the goats and the pigs and the plants. But that is why we love this channel because it is not just one thing you talk about! Listen girl you have a real farm now. We are happy that you allow us to be part of the whole farm and not just the garden. You keep doing you because we all love it! May you always be blessed with light, love, abundance, prosperity and great health ❤ 🙏

[@miladylaughalot]

Your arms are going to be buff!!! Watch out Miah, she'll be able to arm s wrestle you into the ground. I like to watch hoof repair videos. Please keep the cow's hooves trimmed and healthy. I'd love to see a hoof trimming as the girls get bigger.

[@cindyfrick4860]

And btw, I love the cows too You talk, I'll listen and learn and love it! We'll be in garden soon! And I'm looking forward to the garden stuff but meanwhile I'm loving the cows and calves especially! Keep it up Jess! You are still fabulous encouragement!!

[@irisf.9355]

Love your cow adventures! The garden will come in time, but I love hearing about all aspects of homesteading. Please show us what you can about the goat births too.

[@pattyprice2644]

What a perfect opportunity to have the extra calf great call and there both so adorable and we get to watch them grow as you garden we all win whoohoo

[@barbaragoodman1789]

I just love the whole experience of watching you build this dream, I love it all, building, gardening, fences, cows, dogs, everything….. it’s a dream of mine to have a smaller version of yours so I get excited when you post !!! Keep the videos coming no matter how long they are “I’ll watch “!!!!💕

[@cindygreen6900]

I find your voice so soothing and filming your love of life, faith and family.

[@paulahughes6031]

Jess I’m just cuffed about all that you do an are achieveing 👏. Keep them coming I will watch them all 👍x

[@lajohnson1967]

Hearing the cow moo in the barn reminds of my childhood! We had both dairy and beef cows and the barn was my play house! You’re a real farm now! Cows, pigs, chicken goats, big red barn, greenhouses and gardens! Nothing like seeing dreams come true!

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Congratulations on your new calf.... she's absolutely beautiful and I love the name Heffy xx

[@jessicamattaliano520]

I love seeing the videos of the animals. There isn’t a whole lot of gardening you can do this time of year and you are still producing content for those of us that love watching your videos!

[@shirleyturlington2343]

Love seeing the cows and calfs, they are beautiful. It makes me happy to see you and Muah so happy. You both are doing a great job with your land. Can't wait to see all you are going to do with your gardens.

[@cekfraun]

This is so exciting! Another new calf. Wow. I think Miah's math comment is right on the money. So funny! I love all the things you have going on at your farm: two new calves, and the new stanchion built, goats about to kid, onions and garlic planted and growing, window greenhouse getting started... you guys are busy! I love watching your vlogs no matter what camera you use or what you are doing. It's always interesting. I'm so glad the adopted calf had no trouble nursing from Hope. Yay!

[@metalmartha2571]

💥 May I suggest the name Hermione 🧡 This roots and refuge journey has somehow evolved into an old McDonald roller coaster lol I’m loving it!

[@VivianCastroteam]

That’s a great H name. For the next one. 😉😂

[@RonnyandBrettany]

Another cow! That is awesome! She stood and did amazing letting baby girl nurse. Congratulations again!😅😊💕😍

[@marie-francepoulaert8939]

So nice to see the two calfs and how well they are doing. I couldn’t wait to hear how things were going 🤗

[@beckyhett66]

I’m so excited to watch the window green house and where the stained glass is going. Congratulations on calf #2 you can do it 🤠

[@EvaVilla-pm5mv]

Congratulations on the new baby. I just want to say how excited I was to get my grab bag of stickers. I got the one I really wanted. My daughters birthday is coming up and she is a Dietitian. Real Food is Dirty.....I love ❤️ them all. But that made my day.

[@april5666]

You and Miah and the cow/calves are adorable-I’ll watch anything you want to put out because you and your family are like the delicious ribbon of caramel that runs through ice cream-so delightful :)

[@lanalovesjesus6133]

Ahhh I'm so glad you posted! I've been itching to know how the calf is and now I see "another calf?" Whaaaat? Cool!

[@dellagriggs4754]

I love seeing your entire journey. Please don’t stop sharing it because it seems that most people want to know all it takes to get our dreams and what to do when we achieve that dream. ❤️

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

We do kid sharing and milk once a day. Even when the kid weans we stay at once a day!

[@missybyrd8468]

I love all the cow time we r getting. I can live vicariously through you.

[@carolmcmillan1108]

So exciting the window greenhouse starting 👏👏👏 can’t wait to see it happen and sowing seed time 👌👌

[@LazyKFarmstead]

Did I miss the announcement of Miah's own channel?!? Totally excited for that!! 💕

[@tahliel]

Oh what a beautiful thing to see Miah smiling and laughing about another spontaneous animal purchase 😂☺️

[@misskittycatcat123]

Jess you are looking gorgeous today!

[@Sam-yx7pd]

She looks so precious well done you lot …

[@angelacollins1343]

I love that you have cows and no drama adopting another calf for Hope

[@fruitfullyfaithfulfarm8350]

I wouldn't expect any other name from you! I love it! Hazel is my third daughters middle name. My girls have colors for their middle names. 🥰

[@abundantacre9]

My fourth daughter has the middle name of Hazel too! I love it but didn’t think we were cool enough to use Hazel as a first name! Lol

[@tlb0525]

HOSANNA for the new calf! And I am already in love with Miss Halle. She's so beautiful. That face!! ❤