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[@charlottesometimes2364]

I have a friend that I'm distancing with, has to get hair, nails done, goes into debt every Christmas for at least 10k, says it's stupid to worry about all this stuff. Hard to deal with someone who has no gratitude for our great nation that is slipping away by the day. Many Americans have gotten too comfortable with what we have and don't realize that it can all be taken away.

[@nmc1859]

Wow thats a lot !! Did your friend notice any thing different with the salon shut downs before ?! I did

[@terrihalligan1657]

That sounds like my granddaughter. She says it doesn't affect her and she gets anxiety thinking about it.

[@hmmm..2733]

I hear you loud and clear! I feel like I’m living on a different planet than some of my acquaintances and friends.

[@americanskeptic138]

Leave her knocking at the door.

[@cbass2755]

Best you do it right away. I cut 2years ago. I don’t even miss them. Im on a mission and can’t be around these types anymore

[@Midwestmomvolunteer365]

A story to share. We have a small moveable structure that needed to be taken apart. Husbands is struggling with some health issues and he had work to do yesterday for a deadline, so he came out and showed me how to use circular saw (and I already knew how to use the rest of the tools) and I took it down. When things need to be done, you have to step up as needed. I did it! Thank you for sharing your Blessings story.

[@Sabrina-01]

😊

[@twoshoes1]

❤

[@Mercedes65]

👍🏻❤️💪🏼

[@Dedo70]

Strong work!

[@shodson314]

Well done!

[@evermore4487]

Someone was telling me about a Mediterranean cruise they were planning and all I could think about was how much prep they could've bought instead.

[@bradfordpalmer2298]

That's sad. On your death bed, you think ur gonna be happy u prepped?

[@sandrasettle9]

I am Waccamaw Siouan and my daughter is a jingle dancer and my youngest son is starting grass dance training... Your opening blessed me so much. THANK YOU!

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

Wonderful! THANK YOU! 💞🧡💞

[@franciegwin]

I'm just so amazed with this dancing. It feels so spiritual somehow to me. As far as I know I have no maybe American ancestry. If be so proud of i did. This is wonderful that your daughter is doing these things.

[@gailcorley6888]

Waccamaw .... so when I tell you that when I was a kid, we used to go to Waccamaw lake, you'll know exactly where I'm talking about.

[@jenmailsouth4155]

@whiteAfrikkkanNun Ahh shaddup

[@SeatoSky1111]

@@franciegwin Agreed!

[@lorivollick251]

My husband gave me the greatest compliment yesterday…. He said that he just enjoyed watching me go throughout my day making every minute count. He is 66, still works 40 plus hour week in construction. I have always been a stay at home homemaker. We have raised 3 children, all married and in the trades and are blessed with 6 grandchildren. My moral code has always been to “ live my example”. Everyday I am able, I try to schedule a sit down time to watch “ The Waltons” on TV…. It keeps me grounded and reminds me of the stories my parents told of surviving during the Great Depression. I’ve got this, with your guidance, Patera❤️

[@cookiehoarder5967]

Are you my twin? 😂

[@robertandrobinmilliken5105]

Amen, I normally watch the Waltons at 3 or 4 am, with my morning coffee. Love that show.

[@cookiehoarder5967]

TV programs back then showed loving and respectful families. Not like nowadays programs that depict dysfunctional families as a norm.

[@edenelston7668]

We have the Walton's box set. I totally relate to scheduling time to unwind with John Boy and the fam 😊

[@lindamoses3697]

It is my favorite and it teaches us reality.

[@InaStanley83]

Officially single. My partner up and left a little over a week ago. Made an excuse for why he needed to leave late last Thursday night to meet up with folks he was supposedly going hiking with the next day. Haven't seen or heard from him since, and thanks to social media I know he's not dead or injured somewhere because he's active on certain messenger apps everyday. I'll admit it hurts, but I'm seriously glad he showed me his true colors now. I don't want a partner like that, who can't be honest or loyal, and who would end up being dead weight when it comes to things that need to be done on the farm and homestead. I don't want someone like that around for what's coming. I'd rather be alone and lonely than dealing with someone who probably wouldn't help or protect me if something actually did happen. I'm a woman possessed now. My priorities are all about my commercial farm and my personal homestead, building up my stores and supplies, making a living for myself, and doing what I need to do for my survival and for the survival of my animals and the few family members I have that truly do love and care for me. And maybe a man will come along who ends up being all the things I want and need...or maybe one won't. My priorities will continue to be the same regardless.

[@sillylilysallykaye4917]

Girl, change the locks!

[@maggiej8358]

I admire your resolve = no now time for weak arse shenanigans. Strength to you🙏

[@udderchaos8701]

Bless you!❤

[@SpatchG]

You deserve so much better Ina. All the best!

[@Mayhemcountryliving]

All the best

[@akruse2005]

Totally agree! My preps and knowledge helped us out this morning! Woke up to no power(which meant no water, no stove), but sent my family off to work with full bellies and warm from a hot cup of coffee to get them going! Mama even spoiled them and warmed up water for them to wash their faces and brush their teeth. My family is thankful to have a Mama who knows how to take care of them, I may not be the beautiful, but I can take care of my family.

[@shanjan9896]

Taking care of your family is the most beautiful thing!

[@j87waldo]

Amen !

[@agnesyoung2917]

Actually, you are amazingly beautiful.

[@Gigi-ty2jy]

THAT is your beauty. 🥰

[@nosheeple2751]

Beautiful is as beautiful does❤❤❤❤❤ Strength This is also beautiful

[@justmepraying]

Right there with you honey! Fixing to move my 84 year old uncle in with us because he can no longer stay by himself. God family country 🙏 stack it to the rafters ❤

[@terryhenderson424]

Going back almost 10 years ago, we moved a bed into the reading room alcove. Keeping people at home was a higher priority.

[@cindyballard7585]

Moved my parents in 1 1/2 years before she passed and 10 years before dad passed at almost 98. They were a wealth of knowledge and miss them so much. You'll never regret moving your uncle in. You're awesome!

[@nancydb1390]

Your uncle is blessed.

[@Peanut11111]

Bless your heart.

[@patriotmama]

@@cindyballard7585 So true! Loved hearing my parents and grandparents tell of how they grew up and the times they lived through. Such wonderful stories and memories. Can't every get that back!

[@whateveristrue]

I've been a nail tech for 34 years. My greatest joy is caring for seniors' feet. Most of the rest of it is fluff. But it bought me my land, and I'm prepping as fast as I can!

[@dirtroaddestiny]

Girl I can’t afford to get my hair done, we have a strict budget. Husband likes my grey hair streaks. Even at our younger age of 30. Society needs to just focus on god and prepare. I’m thankful my husband loves me no matter what. He respects my character and could care less if I look like I did at 18 ❤

[@nosheeple2751]

Lucky Lady❤

[@suesmith776]

Your blessed!

[@sunshineonmapleridgeacres1376]

I haven't done my hair for 10 years, I only get a haircut maybe twice a year. If I want my nails painted I have polish that was gifts. I do not wear makeup. My hubby never cared about that even 25 years ago.

[@eg5569]

I get a facial every time I open the steaming hot dishwasher.😅

[@kimberlyduncan4442]

My husband calls his grey hair Disco Lights 🕺 and for mine he says "Your beauty shining for all to see" 🥰

[@RewiredforJoy]

As a 26yr old woman who has never worn make-up, loves making everything from scratch and growing a garden I really really appreciate this ❤️

[@karenashby3132]

I quit coloring my hair and it took forever to get it off. I'm 66. It is a pretty silver and black if I say so myself. People ask me all the time, who colors your hair and I always say God. 😅. They say people pay a lot of money to get your color. Truth. Working as hard as I can. Much love sister

[@spastor8229]

❤

[@paularobinson2352]

I have had people ask me the same thing. LOL

[@hippiegirl5167]

My husband is 78 years old and works construction job 5-6 days a week in another city. He comes home about every 2 weeks. I just turned 70 and alone most of the time. I do a small garden and have a room full of supplies. We live in south east Texas where we have to prepare for hurricanes

[@miguelfilo962]

He should stop working, retire, & enjoy the time he has left. Construction work destroys a mans body, especially if you're past 40.

[@ellec6874]

As a woman, there are a lot of things that make me feel good and pamper the soul, but none of them so much as watching my kids chow down on the food that I cooked. That’s better than a day at the spa.

[@oldpathshomestead]

I often get negative comments from family about how I never do my makeup anymore. Between chasing three toddlers, pregnancy, milking cows and the million other things I have going on...I have no extra time or patience for things like that everyday. My husband couldn't care less and baby's have full belly's. Cute died a long time ago!

[@beckysmuck8771]

Just paid off my pickup today. 100% debt free now! 🎉

[@shelleysuewho]

I was so proud of myself yesterday. I've been trying out recipes that I can make quick, simple and delicious and have all the ingredients stored. I finally made a perfect loaf of bread. My fiance ate it in 5 mins and didn't care that my hair was a mess and there was no makeup on my face. He was so happy with that bread.

[@ruthannolp8760]

Since my husband died 3-16-23, I had already been working on things using tools extra. I’m trying to beat down debt. I miss him so much and I know he’s watching me staying prepared.

[@ShannonThor.]

Praying for you ❤

[@wrennknits6048]

Blessings Ruthann. 🙏🙏

[@lisacooper5544]

Prayers for you

[@cozymountain]

It’s 16 degrees and we got 6 more inches of snow in an already record breaking year in Utah. Almost 800” this winter. Motivation is hard to find. I’m trying to lift my spirits!! Send the sunshine!!!!!

[@charlottesometimes2364]

Hello fellow Utahan! We're down by Modena, this has been a rough winter for sure. But we'll power though it♥️

[@Loretta318]

🌞 blessings and love 💕

[@charlottesometimes2364]

@@Loretta318 back at you ♥️

[@livesoutdoors1708]

The springtime flowers will be beautiful!❤ I’m in Arizona and we’re dry now but we also go more moisture than we’ve experienced normally just this year!

[@davidelliott2485]

Great time to do some weightlifting or indoor projects, start seeds etc

[@bbrhody831]

I spend most of my days with my hair looking like a dandelion. My hands and feet look like dragon parts! I gladly live wearing rags. House isn't as clean as I want But every day my preps and skills increase. Yup. Priorities.

[@kristy1799]

Yea I am pretty sure I could start a fire if I ran the heals of my feet across a carpet fast enough from friction...... they are ROUGH....LOL

[@maryglover8283]

Your words made me smile. I will think of a dandelion when I am frustrated with my hair😃

[@maryglover8283]

🌻✨

[@bbrhody831]

Worse! You cld easily plant corn on any flat surface in my house the dust is so thick!

[@deborah2768]

​@@kristy1799 mine could sand the finish off furniture😂

[@seselgroth]

I'm getting chills hearing you say you wish you could pick your great granny's head for 5 minutes. I have felt and thought the same thing So. Many. Times. What you're saying here is very true. Thanks for saying it out loud. xoxo

[@terrihalligan1657]

I'm the same. I was 13 when my great grandma died. I wish I knew then to ask her questions. She lived through WWI, WWII and the great depression.

[@grannyflowers2637]

I was blessed enough to have my great grandmother in my life until I was 17. I learned so much from her. I miss her terribly.

[@barbarasimmons7237]

Same here as well as my parents

[@canceronine]

I remember my grandfather telling me about 1918. My grandfather had to dig the grave for his wife, who died giving birth…No one would come and help for fear of catching the virus….Four days later his baby died…😥 no help again….I do remember his stories of survival and I’m trying my best in remembering them…

[@karincole6372]

Thank you for sharing the beautiful dancers with us. I am Ojibwe and this is always my favorite part of the pow wow. We were blessed to have an eagle staff at my father's funeral. Such a precious honor.

[@buzzyanderson4131]

Thanks for sharing Karin!

[@lindawoody8501]

My late father's Godmother who was born in MN in the 19th Century was a quarter Ojibwe, and often in her older age in her 70s and early 80s, took a greyhound or continental trailways bus from Los Angeles to MN round trip, to visit her family and friends on the reservation and in surrounding areas in MN.

[@asmr.magicboop]

Rebuilding my raised beds with Cedar. The pine I used lasted almost 5 years, spring cleaned the house, organized the food stocks, and itching to get out in the dirt.

[@nosheeple2751]

💖💪

[@Trish....]

I'm itchin' to get out there, too!

[@lauranonamaker2610]

i can't stay out of the dirt....

[@Sandraivonnedesigns]

My husband works Monday to Friday from 5am to 7pm. He still plays with our kids and on the weekends he worked on my garden. I am blessed to have a family man. Also I don’t get manicure nor pedicure nor hair stuff but I do try to be cute for him and for myself.

[@johncox7121]

Thank you Patara amd James for helping those people..im so proud of you both

[@josefalcaraz5619]

That's a beautiful energy we see and feel the colors and glory in these events. We need to open our hearts t all in tbe communities. I awoke to the news of a School shooting in TN. Praying 🙏 for all the communities nearby.

[@pattyunser4344]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I never wear makeup, usually I'm in muks but if I am working beside my husband, he will constantly say you are so cute😊. Not that I am but that is how he sees me.

[@BackInTheHollers]

I’m a 26 year old, single mother of two girls. I currently work 3 jobs and today is the rare occasion I have the full day off. I am spending my Saturday canning 36lbs of chicken breast that I caught on sale. Being cute has definitely died in this house it’s just not priority anymore. Thank you for all that you do, you’re content keeps me focused and is very motivating to me. I don’t get to watch every day as they come out but days in the kitchen when I’m canning and putting away I get to catch up. Much love and appreciation to you!

[@Tanya.Littlejohn]

I call it "Little House on the Prairie Mode"....just think along those lines and how they survived. Our church took down our Blessing Box and put up a "God's Storehouse", about the size of an outhouse, with several shelves, the need has become so great and the little box would get wiped out in about an hour!

[@paularobinson2352]

We have said lately that if Laura Ingalls Wilder didn't have to buy it, neither do we. Other than meds since we are older. Learned how to make crackers a few weeks ago. My hubby said mine are better than store bought anyway. (Taco flavor, ranch, sour cream & onion)

[@jannmoorehead6125]

In pioneer times the survival and well being of the family was dependent on the skills of the mother.

[@GnomeInPlaid]

We are alive because our ancestors did the hard things and made it through, so we are descended from survivor genes. When we keep that in mind, it helps just a little.

[@charlottemoore9307]

In a few months I’m going to be 75, I raised my family like we were in a depression because I knew one day this very thing your talking about might come sooner than later. I’m so thankful for the times of hunting food, fishing, planting, canning etc to have the skills to pass on. These days children don’t have a clue, except entertainment on their electronics. I pray with all my heart for people who throw up their arms and make fun or criticize you! Thank you for your channel for telling it like it is!!

[@Ferns.and.Hostas]

Such a beautiful heritage! I’m so glad you treasure it and share wonderful clips with us!

[@tammyracine3184]

I grew up on a farm so I know there are more important things in life than giving a heck about looks. Most people are in for a rude awakening. I hear ya about women getting manni's and dye jobs. I say I earned all of my grey hairs and darn proud of it.

[@melissamergener4913]

All my Grama wore was dresses unless she was in the garden then she wore an old PR of pants.she died in 2007 at 97 yrs old..she knew how to survive

[@utopicconfections5257]

Thank you Patara. I've never felt the need to waste my money or time on manicures. Hardly have time to take a shower most days. I only wear makeup, maybe, once a month. Just doesn't seem practical or necessary when there are other, more important things to do. I guess it means my makeup will last longer for times when I may want to glitz it up a bit. In the mean time, I have seeds to start; still have 2feet of snow on the ground, but it's time to get it going.

[@missdebrami6862]

I havent had my hair done in 20 yrs. Havent had a manicure in 30 yrs. Havent had a vacation in 40 yrs , havent even put makeup on in the last 5 yrs. Lol

[@vickiejoyner4631]

Your Blessing box story brought tears to my eyes. James and Patara, Thank you for helping those folks.❤

[@skywatcher6864]

Patara, I'm so relieved to see that you dear folks didn't get hit by Mississippi's tornado! I was praying that would be the case. Apparently, some in TN did get hit. Thank you, for another great video! God bless you!

[@nicolekaio2090]

Thank you for sharing this pow wow. The lady dancing with the shawl pulled at my heart. My mom grew up being told the sound of the drum was from the devil. In her 60s she was at a conference and told a Haida elder who was a friend that she felt bad for being draw in by the drumming. The elder looked at her and said "You silly girl, you have native blood and that's just your ancestors pulling you in" now my mom embraces the drums.

[@Tattiepoo1]

My great grandmother came across the plains in a covered wagon when she was a child. I come from pioneer stock.

[@gjsmimi4474]

My son is helping me repair a couple of my raised beds so I can get potatoes planted, then he's heading to Mississippi to deploy with Bear Independent and Grindstone Ministries. Pretty proud of my young man!

[@cawilson30]

Amen Paterra! No fancy nails here garden nails!!

[@christinerogers7127]

A neighbor did a kind deed for me today. I needed my lawn mowed. I don’t have a lawn mower and the weed wicker I bought broke. He was mowing his lawn and I told him that I have gas for his lawn mower and could he just do the front near my house. He did the whole side, more than I asked him. I made him a big tray of enchiladas, which are my specialty. He smiled when I brought him them. To help one another is a beautiful thing.

[@hmmm..2733]

Thank you, Patera. Also a sincere thank you to the COMMENTS SECTION. Your capacity for hard work, know how, and determination to create strength and resilience in your lives is very inspiring!

[@beckysingleton596]

My friends on fb have started posting pictures of their swimming pool and getting it ready, where they're going on vacation this year, etc. They know what's going on, but never speak up about anything. I'm divorced, 61, and not healthy. But I've been trying to prepare & put back for me and my family because my daughter in law is liberal and doesn't believe me. I love her, but I have tried to wake her up. I have some opinions on why I think some people aren't worried about it, but I won't put it here. I'd probably get some negative replies. People better get serious!

[@southerngal7899]

Love the Cherokee dances. You are describing my grandmother to a tee. Never saw her in makeup, dentures, always an apron, dress. She was tough. Passed in 1974. Have a great week, Patara. 🙏🙏✝️

[@SoFloPepe]

Patara your cuteness will never die ❤ God bless !

[@lovelight9164]

We want a man with broad shoulders,a strong back, and a heart for the creator🤍🕯️🤍

[@lovelife7249]

Good morning Patara. That was a beautiful Indian dance. I'm sure that had alot of sacred meaning to it. TFS God Bless.❤

[@GwenHarper498]

Our only vehicle blew up this week. We live an hour from town. Luckily we have enough food to feed us for months. Always working on the homestead. Putting up more fencing for livestock. Continuously planting everyday. Hopefully will purchase a vehicle but struggling with the extremely high prices. We will just keep working. Thank you for all the motivation to keep busy.

[@thelighthouse1604]

My husband thankfully got a job at a industrial plant. I told him, that during an depression that's where you want to work. Because they switch over to what is needed to be built whether motors for the military, equipment, or weaponry. The Lord answered our prayers after 2 months of him hunting.

[@Mochi-sn3ud]

Well said! The "Blessing Box" story made me cry. A little kindness goes a long way. You are blessed.

[@linda487nc]

Me too!

[@barbrahlivingston8971]

Patera people have no idea on what’s coming. My kids have been preparing. My oldest daughter flew across the country to Virginia for a week class at a homestead. They taught her a lot and she came back full speed. That was last year. She’s already paid back the 1500. she needed for the trip and education.❤❤❤

[@sweett6804]

Where was the homestead class? I would love to do something like that! Increase my skills and preps that way.

[@loisyoung4662]

You are certainly blessed!! ❤

[@lisaz4447]

God Bless you and your husband for helping this man.❤️

[@marleyisms]

Preach sister. I've been telling the pretty girls and lazy girls they're going to find themselves in a cruel, cruel new world when the bottom falls out.

[@michelemcintyre9749]

I'm amazed at how many I've run into that are CLUELESS! I don't get it! I feel the same as you, Patera. Something big is coming and it's bigger than ANYTHING man has experienced. I FEEL IT. I'm 65, taking care of special needs grandchild and two 90 yr old parents, both on hospice. I'm doing ALL I can and we PRAY. Love you and thank you again. I gain so much knowledge here.🙏❤❤

[@ellied1701]

My hubby loves that I’m a “ Mary Ann” ( vs Ginger).

[@brianhoneycutt1694]

My Mom lived through the depression and having her husband, my Dad, leave to go fight WWII. She was the strongest, kindess person I have ever known. She taught me so much for which I am thankful. I, like you, would love to be able to talk to her and asked questions that I didn't ask. She told me many things and I listened. I fear these days young people don't listen. There are too many distractions.

[@JL-kv2le]

I so agree with what you've sayin' Patara. People need to realize the frivolous things in life isn't what matters, nor does it carry lasting value. Love and hugs to you!

[@karenwilliams3993]

We used to see Native American dancers like this when I was a child. Thank you for the memories!! Beautiful clothing!! Such art!

[@roxyfischer9884]

I am a single senior and have been asked many times when I would remarry. All I could think of is why is that important? I have decided to work on taking care of my home, garden and chickens. I do go out and enjoy life but FIRST I make life work for me.

[@celticfiddle7605]

That was a touching story about your Blessing Box experience. Our Blessing Box was full today when we passed it. Thank you for all the reminders Patara to be prepared and be prepared to help others.

[@inthemidstofthegarden3326]

I loved the dancing, hadn't seen that in a long time. The girl with the beautiful shawl was awesome. Patara, you and James are awesome, thank you for all you do for others.

[@ladywhipple]

I used my pressure canner yesterday for the first time. I did ground beef. It turned out just like Patara said it would. Thank you for the motivation. Now my hair is on fire to get canning as much as I can.

[@FloridaGirl-]

🥳🥳🥳 Yay!

[@progressisperfection]

I couldn't hold my tears when you told the blessing box story. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@luracollins8537]

Blessing box story made me cry also.😢😢.

[@dees1378]

I was talking to my 18 year old son last night about a news story I hunted up about the mass layoffs in the tech sector that is starting to bleed over into other industries. He is working at an auto parts store while in trade school and last year of high school. I told him that the cuts were and are coming. I told him to bust his ass and be the best damn employee that they will ever have. Do more. Work harder. Do things beyond his assigned tasks. Learn more. Be the guy they don’t want to cut hours on. Be the guy they don’t want to cut or lay off. Be worth more than your pay. Take pride in your job. Hard times are coming again. Hold on tight to his job. He likes it there. And it is close enough to home that he could walk if he had to. It was the best advice I could give him. Hope he listens.

[@awithwisdom]

The great grandmother you described could have been mine. I wish I could ask her how she survived but she was gone home to glory when I was too young to think of such things. I am a grandmother who seldom wares make up and wish I had enough hair to show gray. I am beyond blessed with a good husband who loves his family and we prepare together the best we can.

[@marygreen7232]

Some single women are not even looking for a man at all. They're not looking for a woman either, in case your mind goes there. Some single women have had enough disrespect and trauma that they are just happily living a serene, peaceful, quietly productive life with their furbabies. Oh, and TODAY they are finishing up the chicken run in anticipation of the 6 girls they have coming home to roost next week! ;)

[@MellowBunnies]

I put in 50 hrs at work last week, took care of our rabbits(we had 27 kits born during the week) then finally we both had a day off together on Sunday. We spent that day visiting family, going to Lowes, then while my husband was building on our new rabbit colony house I was planting onions and flowers and then we planted potatoes. We we so happy to have a day off together and working together was great! Spend time together and keep working!

[@nbks6w8]

Right on girl…my nails are short..my hair is about half gray. I make all I can from scratch…like I learned from my grandmother….spare time, I spend sewing or making pottery to sell as a side hustle. I’m no spring chicken…turning 72 this year and I swear, hard work is keeping me young.

[@citygirlhomestead]

I think we can do a little of each I work and have been stocking up for over 2 years but every 3 months I get my eyebrows done. Just cannot do this stuff all the time that is for sure

[@doubles1545]

There’s a healthy balance, certainly. We can indulge a little pampering and still be a strong productive worker.

[@starfire1184]

Glad you're having great weather!! We've had snow 3 or 4 times in the last week. Snow covered gardens aren't looking like Spring.

[@tammymanuel9158]

People need to get their important priorities in line. All the frivolous stuff meNs nothing if you have no food and supplies to live on. So many blinded people out there that will be suffering when SHTF. Everyone needs to get prepared to survive for what is heading our direction. Thank you Patara for the truth. Keep preaching, God has blessed you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻💜💜

[@blue-penmisty-dawn3682]

You made me cry with your generosity to that man and his mama! Blessings!

[@jonohh1028]

High of 31° and snowing today.. yay South Dakota 😑 I'm glad some of y'all are getting some nice weather!

[@cluckieschickens]

I hear ya, here in Minnesota... 😕

[@MFV77]

SD here, too…. More snow predicted, but only a little bit overnight..

[@LindaASJ]

I have friends who live in SD and every year I ask them to come find somewhere close to us in TX

[@ashleychurchill9779]

I live in Colorado it snowed over night about 3 inches. It was warm some days but not in the mornings usually the has been melting fast it melt tomorrow it’s 30 degrees today and cloudy.

[@JHW44]

Lucky ❤it’s been years since I have been to a pow wow. They were cancelled here due to covid. Sad 😞 thank you for showing us! i feel you on the cute is out of fashion 😂 I know people who “can’t afford to eat” but get their hair and nails done and order 200 worth of fun Avon stuff (I sell Avon). I’m glad I’m stocked up because I can’t really afford that anymore. 😂 I tell you what if I knew what I know now I would have made a lot different choices..P. S. Thank you for being a real influencer to women. Some people need to aspire to be more like you and not those women on IG and tik tok. 😊🥰

[@SusieBound4Heaven]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL dancing/entrance! I haven't looked cute in I don't know how long! 😂 I'm too busy!!! I'm FAR from perfect! Yesterday, my body just said, "no more," and I had to rest. I even took a 45 minute nap! 😳 I take no offense to anything you say on here. I KNOW it all comes from a good place!❤ Your knowledge and advice are things I search out in your videos. Others would be wise to do the same and quit getting their panties in a wad!😊 Yes! I said that!😉

[@ednajphelps330]

Head in the sand, it can't happen to me or; "I want things to be normal"! History is so important!

[@Lynn11663]

Totally agree. Your great great sounds like my great grandma. She died when I was 19. She was exactly the same. Those ladies are why we are here. God Bless and Thank You!

[@leighhrutkay3249]

I love your honesty with us. You got my head out of the clouds and my butt in gear. Every day I’m doing something and yes I know you are right. There’s a time and place for luxury but this isn’t it. We are getting stocked up! Thank you Petara! Also beautiful clips of the pow wow!!! Thank you for sharing that! Have a blessed week girlfriend! Thank you again for the time to take to get this wisdom and knowledge out to all of us! You are making a big difference in my home and I’m sure many others!

[@livesoutdoors1708]

LOVE LOVE LOVE the beautiful dancing. I used to attend powwows when I lived in the northwest and miss them so much. I’m a rancher, never had a manicure or pedicure. I think I went once to a hair appointment with my sis in 1970 and never went back cause I won’t let anyone touch my hair ( it’s long ), and they always wanna cut it.😮

[@twistedponies7480]

Patera you are such a “real life” person. Thank you for sharing the clips from grand entry ❤ Mituke Oyasin

[@lindamcconnell1653]

You are so right to remind us of the important stuff. I went shopping today; bought 3 cans of beannies and 3 more cans of cat food. Also bought some more seeds for the garden . I spoiled myself and bought 2 small bunches of flowers (2/10.00$) I consider myself blessed that I can grace my home with some pink flowers. Winter is not over here in Quebec, so we are still waiting to start gardening. My fingers are itching to start. Meanwhile, I plan, prepare, learn and take care of projects around my small home.

[@susanl4219]

I was very fortunate to be able to live with my grandma for several years and learned as much as I could: from gardening to canning to baking. That knowledge is being past down to the kids and grandkids now. Keep on telling it like it is, Patera! People need to hear it!

[@joannetaggart4136]

Thank you Patera. For everything. I surely appreciate your channel. ❤

[@katskills5560]

I was building a chicken coop today, I’m not quite done but I will be out working on it tomorrow. Girl I’m 66 and have plenty of grays! In the last 2-3 years I have learned how to can & dehydrated food.

[@whiteswanrs]

Thank you so much for everything you do Patara, especially for your honesty and love.

[@robindykeman8404]

Absolutely enjoyed watching such historical, beautiful dancing ❤️

[@skipmoto3438]

Looking around I would have to say that I think they were right....... 90% won't make it past 1 year once it hits. But keep spreading the word and hopefully a few people got it today.

[@paularobinson2352]

The problem is that the only ones listening on here are the ones who already get it.

[@skipmoto3438]

@@KingRatt 🤣🤣🤣 They gotta get past the lead curtain first. Then it's feast time !!! 🍺😁👍

[@kerryl4031]

Loved your opening - the clothing, the dancing - oh those fringes! Hard times are certainly around the corner. I managed to get 9 potatoes in the ground yesterday - the rain has been relentless and we had one day nice. Please can I have some of your nice days to catch up! On a plus side, I saved the little yacon nodules and they are now growing. I have more than I started with last year so that is a bonus. Cheers xx

[@krisannekey3218]

Yes! Exactly the type of man I am looking for!

[@peggyterschluse9060]

I always appreciate your honesty and love. You're my Vitamin B. Keep doing what you're doing!!

[@denismiller5187]

sunny and minus 4 F here in southern saskatchewan, planting my garden in two months when frost free! Your weather reports make me jealous!🥶

[@ashleychurchill9779]

Where is that I’m in Colorado it’s 30 degrees Fahrenheit it snowed 3 inches overnight it’s cloudy now.

[@denismiller5187]

@@ashleychurchill9779 in canada north of the montana/north dakota border

[@ashleychurchill9779]

@@denismiller5187 I figured it’s cold there it’s not going to be cold outside today in the afternoon it’s going to be 40 but mornings are still cold.

[@joannbrown2842]

My Grandmothers lived through these events and were both widowed young and had to raise their families alone. They made it through, and family was everything to them, probably because they suffered so many losses. They passed when I was in my 30s so I got to hear their stories. They preached frugality and hard work. Waste not, want not. Mend and make do. The only spoiling I got was with their time and attention. Their lessons got me through some hard times. They are my heroes. I won't let them down.

[@TheTexasBoys]

Your 100% correct....keep speaking truth💖~Faith

[@maryjane-vx4dd]

Right now, it's 19°. The ground is frozen solid, and just had a 3 day snow storm. This is not normal. I'm ready to plant. I'm hoping this excess snow at least pulls us out of the drought.

[@KS-un3pi]

I am preparing where I can. But my husband isn't on board. He thinks it is all dooms day stuff. But I find saving extra trips to the stores for groceries as a savings either way. I stock up when I find things on sale. He indulges me to some extent.

[@mariaawarrior2643]

TRUTH!!! Lady P you are speaking the truth! I’m watching people I know and it’s going to be a sad sad sad time for them!

[@robinbriand3362]

Totally agree, Patera. My grandma's stories about living through the great depression are my biggest treasures. She will always be my inspiration!❤