Building Arbors = Marital Conflict? 🥴 (I thought we were better at communicating)

[@sallieredman7349]

My mother said “Marry a rich man or a handy man.” She negelcted to add “Marry a willing man!” You’ve hit the jack pot. Great family team.

[@theMennoniteMom]

LOL, I did hit the jack pot. Thank you! and that's a great piece of advice. I think I'll take the handy man... they are more fun I bet. 😂

[@kimacker8594]

Nolan truly is the whole package. Hard working, good husband and father and a man of God.

[@theMennoniteMom]

I'm a lucky woman

[@minniemia5427]

I love watching you and your husband interaction. It is so sweet to see how men and women think differently and yet look at the beautiful arbor. God is so good we are different… life would be boring if we were the same . Don’t stop laughing together!!

[@theMennoniteMom]

So true! We see things so differently but it does make for an interesting life. God bless!

[@AB-sf1ls]

How I wish the world had more men like Nolan. Such a calm steady presence. Never found my other half but sure wish I’d found one like him. 👍

[@starflower703]

My husband was like that and it was such a blessing. It’s been 3 years this month since we lost him and I miss him more everyday.

[@theMennoniteMom]

He truly is a gem, that I thank God for. I can't imagine loosing him 💔 sending hugs @starflower703

[@ednatroyer1307]

I like your rustic arbor, fits in with the country look. Perfect is for other things!! Lexi and her big toothie grin...so cute. Nothing better then the open country life where they can run and be free.

[@AnneQ-bk6wi]

You are not becoming dependent, you are being taken care of. Cherish the care and love. Xander is so industrious with his handsaw. It is good to see a young boy being allowed even encouraged to use tools and help his family.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Great point 😅 I'm blessed thanks for being here

[@helenafrozze]

Your husband is such a blessing. Reminds me of mine. He's always finding ways to make my ideas come to life. Thank God for good men. ❤

[@theMennoniteMom]

Amen! What would we do without them?

[@ruthturkington1736]

So cute watching Lexi play with the dog and play peek a boo in the field! So cute such a daddy’s girl! She’s not afraid of frogs!

[@ruthturkington1736]

Zander is such a great helper and growing up so fast

[@ruthturkington1736]

You’re just fine with those 2 in the back! I remember back in the day when our dad let us ride on the tailgate of the station wagon when mom wasn’t around 😂

[@theMennoniteMom]

When mom wasn't around 🤣 that cracked me up

[@chicy0322]

Thank you for posting about how different people communicate. I am married to an engineer and they definately think "outside the box". Most of the time we are not in the same book let alone on the same page when it comes to communicating. I am glad to hear and see that your love for each other reflects God's love for us. His ways are not our ways and his thought are not our thoughts. You and your husband show the fruit of the spirit. Again thank you for being SO encouraging to so many. Most of us who just watch and may not comment much.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you for the encouragement and also sharing about your engineer man. 😀 I can imagine his brain thinks on another dimension 😀 God bless you!

[@kimacker8594]

I've been married to my husband for 35 years and we are still trying to figure it out, it's something you have to work at everyday. I love the rustic look of the arbor!

[@theMennoniteMom]

a never ending process. 😀

[@emilyhoover3411]

Haha, I was laughing out right at the reminiscing of your first arbor!😂😅 we definitely get to know our husbands better as time goes on!😅❤ oh and I have a husband who knows how to do EVERYTHING! he just needs TIME!❤

[@theMennoniteMom]

TIME. 😅 how I can relate to that. We all hardly have enough aye?

[@emilyhoover3411]

​@@theMennoniteMom I have a question... do you like the Lectric bike better than the Hey Bike?

[@dietschegroosmame3596]

You are a brave woman, wonderful mom. Great teamwork between you and your husband ❤️

[@SmallWonda]

Really funny, Jeannine! Nolan is hilarious and Xander tries to be serious & the grown up in the group, but makes me laugh as well - and of course, Lexie has the most infectious laugh and the little pooch - you have to remind us about the Corgi, as I can't remember his name. They are all so game! I could do with Xander and his folding saw - although I have one, I could just do with a strong lad to sort out my shrubs around the garden, keep him happy for a few days! I think the arbor looks great and of course once you have some vines - there used to be a trumpet vine I especially loved in Michigan , and how about some good climbing roses, you really won't see the wonky bits, besides the plants probably prefer the natural wood to planed & treated lumber. Wonder if I missed your jaunt to Hawaii? Hope you're all well up there & Happy Birthday, Nolan, for next week - and Happy 4th of July tomorrow! (Sorry for typos, I'm miles from the screen!!) G

[@Dana-mb1hd]

Your videos brighten by day thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤and I love the longer videos like this ❤ your farm is just beautiful ❤

[@theMennoniteMom]

So nice of you, thank you for your feedback. I'll keep that in mind for the future

[@lovelyday04]

Precious! I love everything about this video! Just livin real family life ❤️

[@miccicolclasure4302]

Anything you do as a family is wonderful ❤

[@kimacker8594]

Janine, I'm very impressed with how you did a lot of the work on the arbor yourself!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you 😊

[@shadegarden7375]

It’s gonna be a beautiful garden!! Love the arbor!!

[@alyda9954]

Now I wanna make an arbor. Xander and Lexi sooooo cute - love her blond hair. Thx for sharing. ♥️

[@debbiegilbert1961]

Oh my goodness what a fun project you and Nolan completed and I absolutely love the interaction between you 2. You all are an amazing couple. The kiddos looked like they were really enjoying themselves. Take care sweet family, God bless you❤️

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you, I count my blessings multiple times when i come to Nolan. He's my rock. Thanks for being here!

[@johnhistand3498]

Purple hyacinth bean would look lovely on the arbor. Then save seeds to plant next year.

[@RAM-eb2te]

I agree... riding in back of farm truck as a kid was awesome!

[@karenwilliams2679]

You are an inspiration! I have been wanting a pergola in an area next to our house but I’m really thinking that an arbor looks yours would be great. And I should be able to find trees like yours in our sugar bush area. Thanks for showing this - it looks great! Really enjoy your videos and the music that you put with them!

[@danasnow8266]

Oh I just LOVE your family.

[@theMennoniteMom]

you're too kind. thank you!

[@mandystone3005]

Awwe love it, you have a gorgeous family and I always tell my daughter if he makes you laugh and you 2 laugh and pray together its a winning recipe.

[@theMennoniteMom]

A winning recipe. I like that! And so true

[@csiesel1]

I love the video and glad you left the out takes in. Everyone had a part in the family arbor. The small branches are special because Zander cut those. Good job family!🎉❤

[@melodygarcia86]

The arbor turned out great! Nice family project! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lweaver979]

Love the arbor and the video! The end is so good when you each share your sides of the arbor stories!😂 It's all good!!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Lol. Thanks!

[@ScriptureMemorySystem]

It's nice you working together, and spending time together!

[@susanmyers6375]

Loved this video start to finish. You and Nolan are blessed beyond measure.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you so much! Yes, I try not to take my family and life for granted. It can be easy to do

[@odulcina]

I love the harbour!❤ so much joy watching your videos and family life!

[@degibb10]

Jeannine, you’re a woman of many talents! I love that you’re not afraid to get in there and just give it a go. I want to be more like you! And your videography inspires me. I do photography and your videos make me want to branch out and give videography a try. As always, thanks for sharing a peek into your life. Sure love your family!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you! And that's wonderful you are into photography. It's so invigorating! I feel I used to be more intentional to get the photos, but as a busy mom you just grab and shoot a lot. Whatever moments you come upon. Best wishes with your photography!

[@jonirennirt2391]

So nice to see EVERYONE working together to make the arbor. Loved seeing the kids enjoying themselves on the farm. Lexi is always having fun (the frog and in the high grass) and always showing her beautiful smile. I can't believe how much she grows with every video. Xander, using the skills he's acquired was quite impressive. He's going to grow up to know how to do everything and make some blessed girl a wonderful husband, especially with his loving nature.. So glad you and Nolan found each other!! God bless and keep you!!!💕💕 Love and hugs!!💕💕

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you! I hope he grows up to be like his dad 🙂 I'm so grateful for my family and God leading is together. God bless you thanks for being here!

[@kimacker8594]

Wow, that Xander is quite a worker, he's been taught well!

[@hendersoncrew336]

Zander is adorable and growing so fast. He reminds me of Opie from the Andy Griffith show.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Yes he does! 😀

[@rhondap8683]

What a wonderfully sweet family video! ❤

[@rosenetgonzales8942]

I love your Arbor, I would leave it as is. You and your husband worked well together. yes, couples have different ideas but working together and coming to a medium is always a win. I am soo encouraged to try that. Can't wait to see your garden in motion. ❤🙏🙏

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you 😀 you're so right!

[@dianebondhus9355]

I loved this video! The garden project was a family affair and reminded me of when our children were young. :) You sure have got great helpers there (and a budding videographer)!

[@theMennoniteMom]

😆 thank you. He does enjoy when I hand him the gopro

[@AZJH8374]

You two CRACK ME UP!!!❤❤❤ & You all walk with Christ. Great in my book!!❤❤

[@acornsandlillies8788]

Im glad you show real life farm kids, our kids love to ride in the back of the truck, that is of course with an older child who knows to stay seated like Xander. Love your arbor .

[@theMennoniteMom]

Best place to ride! Aye?

[@RebelMom62]

Oh, my Heart watching Lexie play with the dog!

[@theMennoniteMom]

🤩

[@outback7092]

Wonderful!! The cuts at the end Hilariious but the "Jeannine private information censored" carcked me right up! Oh Zander you are the best! Much Love from Prison Island Xo

[@theMennoniteMom]

😅 he gave away last name (which in trying to keep more discreet) and our whole address 😅 have a great week!

[@kimmerrou]

What a sweet video! 🥰 As always, your family is adorable and I appreciate the video.

[@danasnow8266]

Oh Yay, look at you!! You go Girl!! Whoop, whoop

[@theMennoniteMom]

😂

[@TheBonnieberry]

Laugh I did laugh! A precious family

[@robertadunn1572]

Loved the video and the arbor and oh how I miss riding in the back of a truck, we use to sit on the tailget , my father always went slow when we rode on there. Oh the good old days, i sure do miss them. Take care sweetie, love and hugs from Ephrata ❤🤗

[@theMennoniteMom]

Yes tailgate sitting. So much fun! Hello to Ephrata

[@flowerpower8992]

Ahh. My favourite family is back , you have such a beautiful garden , love this video , Zander and Lexi cam great 😊 greetings from the one across in England

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you. I can't believe you complimented my weedy garden. Especially given the fact that you come from the land of BEAUTIFUL Gardens. Take care!

[@petemiller7017]

Hi Mennonite mom. A Mennonite mom here. When I saw you trying to start the smaller chainsaw, i was thinking are you sure it’s on, On not off. I’ve done that a few times and had to call my husband in defeat. Just a few days ago my husband was going to wash out his livestock trailer and he wasn’t able to start the pressure washer. When he told me it crossed my mind to ask if it was On for sure but I didn’t. Knowing him he give it all he had. That evening I knew he wanted to tell me something and didn’t know how it seemed like, and finally he said the pressure washer was on off. I just started laughing, all in fun. I wanted to roll around the grass laughing I thought it was so funny. He’s like why are you laughing, well congratulations I said for passing the human test.

[@theMennoniteMom]

🤣🤣🤣 oh my word this is funny! Thanks for the great laugh. Who knows, maybe it was off for me? Lol

[@sandiebrown8291]

The arbor looks wonderful great job as a family. It's great to see the kids enjoy nature and a country life love the innocence. You n Nolan make a beautiful couple. God bless

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you so much. 💓 Blessings!

[@peterwhite9261]

There were just so many precious moments in this vlog to count. I love the arbor. The children are absolutely adorable. Lexi's first time seeing a frog!❤

[@theMennoniteMom]

Children make life magical ✨️

[@SandraRodriguez-ff2rz]

Y'all have a great marriage and are amazing parents. And y'all love the Lord and are strong servants for him. I love how y'all worked together building the arbor.. the kids are growing so fast. Love the video❤

[@jackiemontogmery125]

Great video, beautiful family. Lexie has so much fun right now. Adorable age. Zander is such a big guy now! Thank you for sharing your family. Grammy from Texas

[@susanalexander2916]

I love your determination and smile. At the same time. I love challenging myself - which is getting harder a 63.

[@anitawells3705]

This was awesome

[@fernsfeathers]

"Father chose not to comment" what a hoot 😂 Good job on the rustic arbor!

[@theMennoniteMom]

😆 he reads too much 🤣

[@a.hakvoort8098]

Poor dog running....😂 The white dress with blue flowers is very nice!

[@theMennoniteMom]

😀 I should've put her in the back with the children. But she likes to run. Get energy out

[@carolberubee]

I needed a 30-minute laugh. Thank you! Lexi can keep everyone entertained for hours on end. We rode in the back of Dad's pick up all the time around town (not on the highway, though). Most of the time, we were standing up. We would face forward, leaning on the top of the cab for stability. I literally just came in from using my chainsaw. I wasn't building anything, though. I was just cutting up some downed limbs to put in the firepit for tonight.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Good for you! 🫡 they are fun to run but always scare me a little. Riding on the back of your dad's pickup... so many memories!

[@ruthharshbarger5524]

Pretty nice. Yes, communication takes work.

[@richardmcgreal8825]

Beautifully filmed. Joan

[@JaniceKonstantinidis]

What a great video Janine and Nolan. Bless you and your beautiful family. I love your e-bike. Great team work. I think the Arbor is perfect for that part of your garden

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you and blessings to you as well!

[@crystalpowers5648]

I think the arbor looks great!

[@kanditallant6740]

Love this video!! True life n the journey of blissful married life.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Blissful with bumps 😅

[@AZJH8374]

New subscriber. Looking forward to your channel and journey. God ☦️ bless you all and many prayers 🙏🏻 Nurse Judi in Scottsdale AZ and Eucharistic Minister 🙏🏻 ☦️ 💙 nice music 🎶 and prayers with in!!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you and welcome here! Honored to have you

[@lovalin4139]

Couldn’t you just make a simple video about cleaning your kitchen and a bathroom 🤣🤣🤣? Nope, you just have to surprise everyone again. I love it 👍. And you husband is also very sweet , Blessings 🙏🌺🌼🌸

[@theMennoniteMom]

🤣🤣 I get So bored with the bathroom and kitchen. I can't believe people enjoy watching a bathroom get cleaned. (I guess it's motivating?)

[@mercykaruchia]

😂😂 Or a video titled “ A day in the life of a Mennonite mom with two kids “ No no…. Keep surprising us

[@debihurd9801]

I appreciate that I’m also married to a man who can do it all! I don’t think people that don’t have a handy husband have no idea how much easier that it makes the lives of us who do!!!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Yes!!!! I agree 😀

[@cherylrowland5470]

I look so forward to your videos! I just love you and your family 😊.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you so much!!

[@donnanorman340]

LOL you remind me of me trying to start the lawnmower and weed wacker 😅. The only difference is that I can never get either of them started. 😵‍💫😏 Your arbor looks just fine, it has that outdoor rustic look. Wasn't that what you were going for?

[@Dana-mb1hd]

Love this! Myself included lol

[@theMennoniteMom]

LOL, I hear you. Starting things with a pull start is rarely a go for me. It's like they KNOW who's starting them. LOL. Yes, rustic is the key word here. 😂

[@KittieHaddox]

I love this so much!

[@cherylbertolini3140]

the arbor is beautiful, if you doing get your garden started now there is always the fall garden and you can plant cover crops to enhance the soil or plant flowers:) have a wonderful vacation.

[@theMennoniteMom]

Great tip!

[@Rachel-b-s]

my mom told me marry a man who is half the man my father is and watching you i agree Beautiful family

[@theMennoniteMom]

Thank you for the compliment. He truly is our rock

[@PYDOGMATE]

Xander is so grown up now. I love how he takes care of his sister in the back of the truck. Also he is learning how to use tools. Boys need tools!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Truth! Boys and tools go together like boats on water 😀

[@karenc3788]

Your arbor is beautiful and I love your family, you are all so very special.

[@theMennoniteMom]

You are so kind thank you

[@catherinethorington3452]

Your Arbor is lovely!

[@positiveblessingskarrie3194]

Had fun with this one we get marriage conflicts as well but we learn. Great little helpers you had there. I laughed at at end with outakes with Zander

[@theMennoniteMom]

😅 he keeps our life interesting. Marriage conflicts are inevitable aren't they?

[@positiveblessingskarrie3194]

@@theMennoniteMom Yes they are lol I remembered disagreeing with my husband about frozen chicken. It was bad and it was right near time we left to go to my parents in another state at the time. I called my parents and saying we are not coming fighting about chickens. My dad called us with stern voice stop fighting over nonsense get into the car and drive here. When we arrived as soon as my mom seen us she started laughing at us for fighting over frozen chicken. My dad told my mom to stop laughing.

[@vazmakovac9884]

So nice❤

[@victoriaannmiddleton318]

You're a lovely family

[@carolwagner4592]

Loved this video!!!❤❤❤

[@landymohler3006]

Lexi girl is adorable 🥰

[@karenturner7983]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Velvetwings777.]

I love the arbor 💛💛💛

[@deniseunruh8752]

When I saw you trying to start the chainsaw, I appreciated my Ryobi 40 volt battery powered chainsaw even more!😂It's amazing what that chainsaw and I have done and can accomplish! My husband has a gas powered chainsaw for the BIG jobs. The Ryobi feels safer to me! Hopefully I won't dismember myself right away. I sure enjoy cutting down volunteer mulberry trees and cutting off branches! Hubby says me with a chainsaw is dangerous😂

[@theMennoniteMom]

That's what I need! Battery is the way to go. I'm glad you have that 😀 had fun cutting down your mulberry trees 🙂

[@bettyangstadt4242]

I was having a bad day today, everything went wrong … then I watched this video…and your video 🥰. Xander and Lexi loving life on a summer day on the farm riding in the back of the pick up while mom drives to where and do what?.. To help her cut down trees with a chainsaw!?!?!! 😂🤣. I loved every minute of this video! And Nolan to the rescue! Xander is growing up so fast and Lexi is at such a fun age now too. You always put a smile on my face and this video was perfect timing today 💖😆. Thank You….

[@theMennoniteMom]

😆 I hope your weekend goes better. And I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Children truly make life more interesting

[@dianalama1591]

Love to see Nolan jump in to save the damsel in distress🤣 but really enjoy hearing him back his actions or words with scripture 🙏🏼 Beautiful family unit… just keep an eye on Lexie because she seems to get into stuff cause she watches the rest of the family doing it. ❤️

[@theMennoniteMom]

He's a good man to us all. Miss Lexi keeps me so busy with all the things she gets into. Boy oh boy. 🤪

[@crystalpowers5648]

You two are so funny❤

[@lydiagross4018]

Great video ur arbor looks nice real rustic have a nice vacation ❤❤😊

[@tinafehr4558]

Really cool arbor, you have lost a lot of weight you look amazing, love your videos love your family

[@marywinchester6893]

Really enjoyed this video!

[@AZJH8374]

Your videos are incredible. I think you should be at 100,000 subscribers already. If not 500,000!! Maybe change the name of your channel. I'm a cradle Catholic & will never change. Nurse for 48 years, & Eucharistic Minister. I take my patients Communion that are in rehab. What a joy! You walk with Christ. God bless

[@theMennoniteMom]

I appreciate that, however I'm not anxious to grow too much 😀 nurse for 48 years, that's amazing! God bless your work

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

I love the harbor. Nolan is so precious. He's such a good man. You fix good Jeannine! Zander is gonna take your channel over. He's great. He's gonna be a good husband one day like his dad. Fun video.

[@theMennoniteMom]

I tell him if he half the man his dad is, he will be a good one 😀 he thinks that's funny

[@ruthturkington1736]

Definitely great to marry a handy man! I have a gem of a one!

[@davidneufeld249]

Love your channel

[@sueregan2782]

Zander’s growing up to be like his Dad , a get -er-done handyman!

[@theMennoniteMom]

Yes he is!

[@GoFishOffice]

Looks good ❤

[@tatianavonegrous5002]

You should put Jasmins on each end of the arbor

[@rawlyroo5975]

This video is awesome ❤

[@jackiedalusio9572]

Love it !!

[@enisasefer1074]

OMG Lexi is sooo cute and she’s a 100% daddy’s girl 🥰🥰❤️❤️💙💙

[@theMennoniteMom]

Yes she is 😀

[@r.c.8064]

Husquavarna saws tend to be easier to start