Busting stereotypes and trying something new

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I LOVED this !!!! You just broke one stereotype that city folk may have of homeschoolers, homesteaders and rural living, we do venture out, eat out, kids are well educated and smart and get to see and experience things outside of home !!! This video was so packed with fun I’m going to watch again, maybe tonight after I get some work done today :) Blessings I forgot to mention, we don’t see your children often so it was fun to see these 3 a little closer and I must say, they are beautiful !!! As a mom of adult children and watching the world get more evil by the day, keep those children close and protect them with your life 🥰

[@gunnikr]

More evil every day? I don’t know, Spanish Inquisition, crusades, 6 million Jews killed etc…heck mixed race marriages and desegregation weren’t even legal that long ago. We aren’t perfect but the western world is MUCH better than it used to be.

[@TheSwissChalet]

It's not getting more evil...turn off the tv and internet propaganda and it's fine.

[@ladybugmom10]

Agree 💯 SM

[@colinchick2692]

I loved this vlog - so real having to get up early, the baby crawling out of the room and the sound of a tumble dryer in the background - this is so real life.

[@desarealobb3645]

The girls enjoying the city truly warmed my heart. It’s so beautiful watching children experience things for the first time. Almost magical.

[@staceylynch9751]

I live in Northern NJ - basically NYC-lite. I actually used to work across the street from St.Patrick's Cathedral. We are very friendly and kind around here. We get a bad rap. Always love it when someone sees past the stereotypes.

[@fancythat5136]

I’m in Western NC and I’ve met some lovely folks from NJ. Our newest neighbor is from Brooklyn and they are awesome too.

[@Sweetnovemberbee]

I live in south Texas and visit NJ and NYC frequently. People are so nice!! Never a bad experience!

[@CarolWilliamson03]

This is the best channel of its kind on KZbin. You have a beautiful home and family. Not only does the camera love you, but you have the skill of conveying that homey, hand made feeling thru the lens. Thank you for sharing Farmhouse on Boone with us .

[@OldWorldHome]

Ahh how fun!! We’re in NJ, I wish I knew you were so close by! Next time you’re ever on the east coast it would be awesome to meet up 💛 A memorable trip for sure, and I hope you guys find the perfect cabin.

[@SHARPiiE]

I was born and raised in the Bronx, NY and now I live in CT. I left after high school and never really looked back. I started to resent the city and really only seeing the negative things that happen there. I really loved seeing it from your eyes, it reminded me of all of the wonderful times I had as a kid growing up there. I had to take two trains and a bus to get to school in Manhattan for my whole life and I sometimes forget that, for most people, taking the train (subway) can still be new and exciting. So happy you and your family had such a great time, it really put a smile on my face. Xo

[@miknosilanooram]

This was fun, Lisa. I'd like to see more of these.

[@MrsAngloOrtho]

Y'all did so much on such a short trip! You hit so many of the hot spots. No wonder you were tired. Also something people don't expect about NYC: all the walking.

[@melanieb2132]

Im a Midwesterner and I went to NYC when I was 18. We were there for 4 days. I grew up in the country. It was a hard thing for me psychologically to realize no matter where I went, I couldn't get away from buildings, walls, and people. It made me feel unsafe. Ive come to realize that people that grew up in a city feel unsettled being in the country. We had someone visit out home and we told him we didn't lock our doors. He was flabbergasted.

[@elizabethhowe3843]

“We already had lunch” “I know but it’s a HOT DOG” 😂😂 that part cracked me up!

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

That was hilarious !

[@chrislepere42]

Me too!

[@victoriamartin5870]

😂 I’ve never related more.

[@happyfeets3]

I can relate to this. I have two boys, been in this situation and/or conversation before 🥰😂.

[@patriciavelez1397]

Me too ! So cute ☺️

[@kathyhasser4626]

I loved this video & yes would really enjoy seeing more. What a wonderful girls outing to NY, Theo’s beautiful blue eyes shining in wonder!

[@cutethulu_xo]

I used to visit my sisters in law in NYC every year before they moved away. This really made me miss those times! They are very kind! They just don't take BS. I never had to carry my stroller up subway stairs because a man would always be right there to carry it up for me.

[@donna1510]

The baby escaping out the back door! 😂 I love your channel, Lisa. Thank you for all that you do!

[@amhomestead3437]

so fun seeing you and your "homegrown" girls out in the BIG city! Still remember my first trip to NYC with my mom too!

[@maryc5421]

I was born and raised in NYC, a lot has changed there now! Glad you survived the NYC subway system!!! I now live in the small state of RI. I go back to visit because one of my children still live there but I'm always glad to come home, way to crowded for me .

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

Enjoyed this very much!! I am so thankful you and the girls had this time together - they will always remember it!!

[@jennyjarrett1208]

I seen where you was looking at is very close to Emienience MO. Emienience is a wonderful area you have a beautiful area of JacksFork and Current River. You should look at this area it's beautiful and I would think places would be very reasonable. Lots of people come to this area Mark Twain's National Park. There is a place called Circle B Campgrounds that we have stayed at for family reunions many many times. I think you guys would love this area. Please check it out. I live in Northeast Arkansas only about an hour and half away from there. We love this area. Truly God's country. God Bless.

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

An NYC trip is a bucket list item 👍🏻. I went with my daughter, who was a sales rep for Highlands Homeopathic and Manhattan was part of her territory. Nothing beats going with someone who know their way around.

[@carriem1945]

Your knowledge has inspired me to start my sourdough journey, it has been a month now. Yes I have had a couple of flops but I have continued and starting to get the hang of it. I also have started canning with my little garden. New kitchen skills going on😁 You and a couple other of ‘my’ you tube ladies have helped me broaden my kitchen skills. Thank you Lisa!!

[@j87waldo]

Go us who just started cooking this year !

[@Lori42ish]

I love New York City, we were stationed in Landcaster New York. The people there are so nice and the broadway shows are magical. Watching your girls discover the city was awesome:) I'm so glad y'all went.

[@vidz953]

Definitely keep in mind traffic around Lake Michigan (depending on exactly where the vacation place would be located)... Cutting through Chicago would be awful.

[@tarab.1818]

How fun! We live on Long Island, NY (45 min train ride to NYC). I dream of moving to the country someday, and often forget the beauty in my own backyard. Thanks for the reminder with your fresh eyes! Im a homeschool mom of 4 living in a beach town… I love your channel and try to do my own rendition of a handmade home- gardening, sourdough, cooking from scratch. Bloom where you are planted right?! Contact me if you ever come back to NY and I’ll show you around LI 😉

[@0c0p0c0]

Greetings from NYC! Our daily lives can't be more different, but I find your channel entertaining, beautiful, and professional.

[@lisaanonson4460]

🗽⛴️🚄 I Love Vlogs like this one & hope You will share more! You're right! Adventures like these are lasting Lifetime Memory Makers & I'm so Happy for You guys that You were able to experience this! I Adore Your Family! God Bless You Always! 🚄⛴️🗽

[@auntpurl5325]

Love your channel. We homeschooled the whole way. Wish I'd have "homesteaded" as well, but my bandwidth was full. My kids are grown and doing great. My only regret was not having more kids. Enjoy!

[@deborahbessom6679]

I loved this video. I got to see the beauty of the country. The the city had a beauty of it's own, that you captured so well. I actually teared up at the site of Ground Zero. Thank you for sharing.

[@user-be6ld6jk6k]

You read my mind!! Literally just last night I was thinking: “Is there such a thing as sourdough croissants…is that even possible???” So excited to see you trying this and learn that there is a way…! 🙃

[@debraflowers5905]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this vlog! Comments your children made, questions asked, Theo escaping out the backdoor, hotdogs, mushrooms, sourdough, planes, subways and then New York City! This video was definitely "a week in the life of...". I've always wanted to go to NYC, but had reservations and I may now go. That was a moment in time that your daughters will always remember and you! I am 65 and I have been learning so much from you...thank you. Your video in New York was amazing. You are definitely becoming a very serious videographer. You and Luke have created a lovely life for you and your children.

[@nancyshirley4657]

Go to New York. It is a wonderful city. My daughter has lived there over twenty years.

[@debraflowers5905]

@@nancyshirley4657 I think I will give it a try!

[@deltorres2100]

Sweet on New York City ..my middle child ..,has always been a world traveler started in college.. he did six weeks in Poland for study abroad he’s been to New York several times he’s been to Paris France UK Amsterdam Costa Rica Mexico Utah I mean everywhere is this young man of mine who has now settle down and gotten married he’s only 29 but he has a passport with some history on it.. I wish I could do more traveling but life happens and we just can’t at this time maybe later Kudos for you .. 🌎

[@annietomerlin3858]

Ruthie holding Andrea’s hand so much on the trip is the sweetest thing ever!!

[@annmcnamara8]

YES LISA THANKS FOR TAKING ME TO NEWYORK CITY ALWAYS WANTED TO GO BUT IT WAS ALWAYS OUT OF MY REACH THOUGH MY DAUGHTER MAEVE WAS THERE AND SHE ENJOYED IT THXS

[@normaortega4654]

Oh my goodness Lisa! That was amazing, thanks for taking is along. I'll consider doing a Mother/Daughter yep to New York (with a Guide, of course!). That was a special blog, lots of fun stuff and adventures all in one place. Again, thank you! 😘

[@OldWorldHome]

If you ever do good, research “food tasting tours”. We’ve done them a few times especially in Greenwich Village, you get to go to multiple small restaurants and shops and get a little history lesson at each 💛

[@lindasmith5190]

Thank you for sharing...great pictures. Yes, I liked this type vlog.

[@kimberlyprice2]

How exciting for you to have that opportunity! I have never wanted to see NYC. I am a very soft, quiet mama. It was interesting to hear your perspective on your trip.

[@lisafitzpatrick885]

Hey! Great video. Loved it. My home town. It was great seeing it again. There is so much more another trip is required.

[@mrsevergreentree]

Yes I liked this..I like that your homeschooled kids get culture..I want to listen to your podcast

[@patgaudette4842]

What a wonderful trip and experience for your lucky girls!! I live in upstate NY, have visited NYC many times. I cannot tell you how many times New Yorkers have approached me and asked "Do you need help?" when I've had that 'I look like a lost tourist' expression! So much for stereotypes!

[@elainefrick8955]

Gravel roads can be graded well. Also it will help with privacy.

[@aw8758]

omg wow you guys made nyc look nice, it looked like you had it all to yourselves lol..i live in nmidtown and i hate it here def want to move to a place like where you resside now...its so ince to see you guys out and about! so happy you all stayed safe! BTW all those stereotypes about NYC are 100% true, thank God you guys dont actually live here

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

TY All these insane ppl on here saying how nice everyone is I’m like, are ppl paid to tout NYC?? It’s crazy crowded too Thx for the reality check

[@emma544s8]

Absolutely love this style. As a woman from a small town in Ohio, I can understand and agree with your assessment of NYC. I felt the same way. My friends told me to stop trying to talk to people on the subway, “They think you are crazy.” By the third day I was definitely ready to head home.

[@vickeypierce293]

Love love love the video!! I was like the girls when I went to New York!! Lol lol I am from the South so everyone wanted to hear me talk. So very glad you went

[@lafarmhouse]

lové from sheboygan wisconsin two blocks from lake michigan🌸🍂🍁

[@jenniferwolford4646]

Oh wow! I never noticed how Theo is totally dad's exact mini!!

[@kaylakelly953]

This made me teary! What a wonderful treat to get glimpses of you and your daughters experiencing something new for the first time together. Love everything you share, Lisa!

[@flgirl9128]

Thanks for showing us the 9-11 memorial!

[@dianatoews171]

Love the spontaneous vedio you did. We love learning what we can eat in our area we live also.

[@dianejouza8558]

Loved this blog. Thanks for sharing your girls trip to New York. Nice seeing your girls out en joying the big city. Good for them to experience life in a big city versus life on a farm. They do need to see different lifestyles so they can choose for themselves the life they want. Would love to see more like this.

[@mercy2angl]

This was a beautiful compilation of memories to view!

[@theresecornelius812]

When the baby started crawling out the door….😂😂 A mother’s life while cooking!!

[@oshelld]

My first thought was “where’s the crowds”🤣😂

[@pinkglasses52]

It's incredible how much you got to see in NYC in just a few days! Looks like you all had such a great time.

[@bridget6672]

Seeing your daughters experience nyc for the first time made me weirdly emotional and nostalgic and excited to share it with my girls as they get older lol. I've never been a fan of the city, just too many people for my comfort, but grew up close enough to go a decent amount of times. My sister is a dancer who lives in the city and she offered to have like "city days" with my girls which is so fun

[@lisabostock3314]

Anyone else notice the baby book it out the back door 🤣🤣😝

[@Nomakeupmama]

Why are my eyes wet 😢 I pray that I can one day give my kids such a wonderful experience

[@lisarosebud6404]

Love the clog Let’s travel as you can!! Sweet

[@miaa.3177]

Amaaazing I was interested in a Sourdough croissant recipe that isn't intimidating Will definitely try it as soon as it's out Been following u for a few years now You taught me everything abt Sourdough I even bought a grain mill, local ancient wheat, have a 1 yr old starter Some of these things I learned from u are just UNHEARD of around here From Dubai 🤍

[@maryabbott9680]

Brings back memories of the 7 of us with mom and dad on saturday afternoon drives down to the mountains in south eastern Kentucky. Hiking up the chain rock mountain overlooking Pineville where my mom was born. Peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, carrot and celery sticks and popcorn for snacking. With koolaid to drink. I loved sitting in the back of the station wagon where you could look out the back window. Love so much seeing your beautiful family!♥️

[@aloras405]

I enjoyed this vlog so much! Seeing you and the kids enjoying yourselves in New York City was amazing. Makes me want to plan a random trip somewhere just for the fun of it.

[@NicoleCB]

I had stereotypes too. I went for the first time about 15 years ago and I thought I was going to see peopld break dancing on the streets with a boombox. Boy I was disappointed. Haha and I was surprised when I saw how small everything was too. Yes the elevators. And I also was delighted to see all the details in the architecture. That was a pleasant surprise.

[@gabriellelue]

I’m surprised you didn’t see people breakdancing on the streets. There are lots of street performers in NYC! They’re mostly in crowded places like Times Square though, so if you didn’t see those places that makes sense

[@NicoleCB]

@@gabriellelue I stayed in Manhattan. I don't remember the location but if you know the Cooper Union university, then that is where I was. It's not too far from New York University. I took the subway a lot but I also walked a lot too. I saw performances in the subway. The image I had was probably from movies from the 1980s where people were literally hanging outside their row homes or brownstones, (I'm not sure what they are called.) and break dancing in the streets for fun. I remember watching Sesame Street and seeing an episode that featured how to keep cool during the summer time. And I remember them saying New York City gets really hot and people open up the fire hydrants, so the kids could play in the water. And I remember seeing little kids having their hair braided on the steps outside their building. That was my image of New York. Probably from the late '70s and '80s. And maybe because I didn't grow up in the city I probably assumed that that was typical city life no matter the era.

[@gabriellelue]

@@NicoleCB ahh I see! Well actually you'll be happy to know that does still happen in NYC. I lived there for a few years, so it's definitely something that happens more seasonly. For example, this one neighborhood in Brooklyn called Park Slope always has kids running around with the fire hydrant spraying in the summer and other things like that. It's more spread out though, while I think the media portrays it all happening in mid town Manhattan.

[@SunshineBloom777]

Seeing your time in NYC was so sweet! I’d love for you to make a blog post about where you went & recommend! Would LOVE to go there one day 🇺🇸🗽🤍

[@rachelbutler790]

It took me way too long to realize you were saying "mycological society" not your local "mythological" society 😂. I even found a mythological group in my area, but their website said nothing about foraging LOL. Woops.

[@rachelbutler790]

Also I loved this whole vlog! :)

[@ANAbiNader]

We live in a small village in Switzerland and i do have to say that every time we go to a bigger city (and here they really arent that big i guess in comparison to the states or other countries) im about ready to get back home after about 2 hours 😅

[@Farmchic]

Enjoyed very much the vlog Lisa! Thanks for taking us along 💜

[@SunshineBloom777]

Thanks for posting the names of the places you went to see that really helped as I added them to our travel bucket list when in NYC 🤍

[@jackandjill440]

Do more of these! I loved it! And the trip to NY....what great memories for your girls!!!

[@Susan.I]

The painted rugs are beautiful!!

[@tonyamcnamara8441]

I know you will never regret going absolutely enjoyed watching it! Memories forever they grow up so fast .

[@lindao1327]

Loved this video. It brought back memories of visiting New York 11 years ago from Scotland. Have you tried making any recipes from Europe? I follow Angie from The Wee Larder who has some great recipes. I think she mentioned you in one of her vlogs.

[@ReinventedDelaware]

Looks like you had such a good time in New York! Time with family doing things out of the ordinary is so important! BTW, loved this style of video!

[@19590]

Enjoyed this video! . Looking forward to the next one! Love the farm, your home, the guest house, the farm animals, the home cooking, sour dough, fresh eggs, DIY,, decorating tips, and all the amazing stories you share ! But what l love most of all is your deep devotion for home, church and family ! Thanks again for sharing and May Our Dear Lord Continue to Bless You !

[@rebeccawolf3196]

I absolutely loved this video! I have never been to NYC either and really never had the desire to because of the crowds but your trip looked lovely! I bet your girls and you will remember it always. Thanks for sharing all this with us. Your girls and baby Theo are incredibly adorable.

[@agoodwifeofficial]

It's always a pleasure watching your videos Lisa, but I didn't know that I was in for a treat! Wow a trip to my hometown of New York City, I'm so glad you, your daughters, sister and mother had a fabulous time. I'm glad you were able to see the often over looked good that's in NYC , ppl are very friendly and in my opinion helpful. All the sites you enjoyed I wish I could have saw when I lived there I was always working and in the hustle and bustle. I never took the time to tour and site see, the history of NYC subway is very fascinating . One day soon I will return as a tourist and enjoy my city in style, as you all did☺️

[@Mo-mr8vv]

I just can't get over how you whip up those bagels! Great trip, they will never forget. ❤️

[@carriegoerlitz9115]

Hello. Have you looked at ontonogon or up northern Michigan area. I believe you could find a cabin and possibly be on Lake Superior, I’ve looked for myself years back before my health issues got worse. Spent every summer and falls when I was younger and teen years, that’s where my grandma lived and where my mom grew up. Have a blessed week

[@jetimms]

I think this was one of the best you've done. All of it, so real, so fun.

[@karenstairs8273]

I see a little left hander there...So cute!!

[@dennieolson1953]

Loved the vlog. Thanks for sharing your trip to New York City, and your after-the-trip thoughts.

[@susanfontaine5214]

NYC has always been wonderful to me. I live in Rochester, NY , but I love NYC!

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Hi from Webster! Well used to be, now I’m in “God’s country”, the Deep South 🙂

[@karenkincaid174]

I love New York City! It is a wonderful and fun experience! We live in Florida and love living in Florida also. What a great video! Fun!

[@andreaacarbonell4185]

Great video : glad you had fun in New York, I live in Connecticut 😄Boston mass is also somewhere to check out some day

[@sarahrasah7795]

Super duper love the blog style!

[@rachelgustafson1207]

It was so fun catching a glimpse of your week and trips! Yes, please more causal weekly blogs. Also, no pressure to do so! 😉

[@suen4741]

So glad you had a great trip. East coast is beautiful you will have to try The Cape and Maine which are beautiful. This video was great. 👍

[@meganwilcox8405]

I live in upstate NY and have never been to the city and never plan on going to the city. We live in a tight-knit town that operates like any small midwestern town. I’d say 90% of our twin wishes the city was its own state. They can keep who they vote in and leave us out of it. The stigma is real for us rural Upstaters! We hate the city and the fact that our wagon is hitched to it.

[@ChelseaNichole2911]

We go to the Mercantile in Caledonia, all of the time! It’s the cutest place and the ice cream is the best. Small world 😊💕

[@jituledvacet9002]

Really nice idea had a girl´s trip. Some of my friends could say - baby would be problem, but I don´t think so. It is only another opportunity see the city different way. 😀

[@theresamascorro2724]

I’m from Texas I love to visit NYC my son takes me about once a year and I discover something new I finally saw it at Christmas time last year

[@elainefrick8955]

Theo just crawled out the door!

[@pastorsuzannetaylor5452]

Really enjoyed your video. My mother was born in NY in 1928. She never stopped loving the city, even though she moved to where my dad lived and made her home. Your tour brought back memories of the things she told us about. Thank you, Lisa. Be blessed.

[@candacekesting1786]

Cannot stand NY. So much too much for me. Glad there're people who want to live there so they are not in my quiet countryside .

[@michaelapenwarden-watson3514]

Love this kind of video! Excited to hear that you’re hoping to do it more

[@dawnhouck6165]

I loved this! I live in Southeast Ks. and will probably never go there so I enjoyed seeing it through your lense!

[@carolrodenbeck2381]

I love the week in the life vlog. I'm so glad you decided to go to NYC and take your beautiful girls on a trip they will forever remember. It is a great learning experience to travel and do new things. You went to so many of the places we went to when my husband and I visited NYC several years ago. Take care!

[@zoeprovost-neumann6767]

What an unexpected treat to see NYC in your video! Lol. I’m a New Yorker that has been living in Maine for a few years, I miss NY so much and it made my heart so happy to see it in your video. I’m so happy you had a good time :)

[@nicolegarrett7287]

Wow! Your trip footage was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!!

[@laurawillcocks1382]

LOVED that you took your kids to NYC. I love it there and there is so much to learn and see. So many folks from so many walks of life, and I agree, I had a lot of stereotypes busted when I went there for the first time. I am sure this experience will open up so many new doors for your girls, if you are able to travel with kids, it truly is so beneficial for them in so many ways. Not to mention you will remember it forever! Thanks for sharing!

[@miguelinabnasr3719]

Great video and awesome to hear about your most recent trip to NYC, live there too and can't say enough, there is always so much to do. Your trip was great locations in Manhattan, but it has other boroughs aka towns that has🏙 tons to offer if you plan on visiting again.

[@TheLittleHomestead1]

I loved this vlog and vlogs like this :) So happy you seized the moment Lisa and went away with your girls. What fun to go to a real big city!! I can't even imagine. Blessings to you all ~ Linda

[@pliniderisrodriguez6806]

I fast forward the blog video and without knowing where you were i knew you where in NYC, i live here. NYC is a wild place but i have found so much love and adventure here. So glad you were able to visit 😀