Did Joel QUIT his JOB?

[@katherinejones2932]

I don't usually comment, but I feel that I have to for this type of video. Bonnie and Joel, please know that you owe no one an explanation. You are like everyone else just wanting to provide for their families, and I respect you both greatly. I appreciate you two working hard through KZbin. You share your lives with us, and I can see that it means so much to both of you. Thank you for all that you do and for the explanation even though you didn't have to. I hope people are respectful to you and can recognize the hard work that y'all do. Love you guys so much, and I look up to you as role models! ❤️

[@stevenmyers1335]

Bonnie Hoellein meet good mythic morning

[@emilyjankowski3756]

yea thats 100% true

[@j.l.j4461]

Katherine Jones I agree.

[@ThePalhidaizees]

Katherine Jones I agree as well!!! They are great role models for families out there!!! Love them!

[@miajames5401]

Katherine Jones yrcgudgd xffdzrsrzezer

[@HeyKayli]

You guys are awesome!! I love love love your videos!! So happy you decided to be KZbinrs!!:)

[@funkyfriend8346]

HeyKayl. Hey, kayli do you mind checking out my channel because it would be an honor . I love your channel

[@miajames5401]

Bonnie Hoellein iiii llllooovvveee yyyooouuu

[@_aliyaxs96]

I honestly hate that you felt that you needed to explain yourselves to anyone! You're right, it isnt polite to ask/none of my dang business and honestly I've never wondered! I'm just happy I get to see a beautiful, happy family that make me happy on down days! 😊💕

[@gretheltorres8465]

Aliya Sattaur 👌🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻

[@amyclarke9346]

Completely agree!

[@tiffanyharper4986]

I agree with what you said. :)

[@albuquerquefamilyadventure8746]

Aliya Sattaur very well said

[@tubeuser375]

Aliya Sattaur I totally agree with you!

[@CullenandKatie]

LOL Bonnie, you getting the camera right for filming you two is me every. single. time. with Cullen. And I still don't ever feel like it's right. But CONGRATS to you and Joel both on the next chapter! So exciting. :-) -K

[@WillowPen07]

Bonnie Hoellein, me, too. It was very cute & fun to watch. ☺

[@Natalie-il7yk]

Love you guys!

[@pbg98pbgpbg98pbg]

Bonnie I am so happy you have your man at home. Its important for a Husband to be with his wife, especially when you have little children at home. Bonnie stop feeling guilty and stop crying. Rejoice, for life is amazing for you. Be grateful, you get to be with your Husband and children everyday. Its really how life is supposed to be.

[@carlcrusher]

hahaha! Adjusting the camera had me busting up! Congrats Joel & Bonnie! You guys are awesome!

[@neninha92]

Well KZbin has its pros and cons but the opportunity to spend more time together and with your children is a blessing 😊 I am really into your channel since I found you so I really hope you keep filming your beutiful family!

[@neninha92]

And hearing you talking about the importance of all the working people made my cry...I feel so blessed for my parents, they have worked so hard all their lifes❤️

[@kashapuzey375]

I think it is pretty awesome too that they get to spend more time with their children, and like Joel said, be able to do jobs on the side that he LOVES to do!!

[@juanitateixeira9404]

Puzey Family Vlogs +

[@juanitateixeira9404]

Puzey Family Vlogs +

[@reaganwood2322]

I LOVE THAT BONNIE DOESN'T HAVE AN INTRO! 😍

[@Cabparastschenko]

Me too!!! I love everything about her family and her vlogs. Her and Joel keep it real, even when people get pushy or nosey on different subjects. Bonnie don't change a thing because we love you being you!!!

[@TheRollerworld]

Everything done by Rea! I personally don't mind SOME intros. Like a little family photo and channel name is cute. It's when people go and get a full on 30 second over the top TV show opening sequence that looks like it's on MTV in back in 2001(I'm sure you can think of a few) that bothers me. It has a place, but KZbin isn't it!

[@reaganwood2322]

Alex Field I totally I agree! Great wording! 💕

[@marycn8960]

Watch it it's coming soon

[@annemai4859]

Everything done by Rea! me too

[@albuquerquefamilyadventure8746]

Lincoln so cute blowing nose

[@albuquerquefamilyadventure8746]

Joel, you are a awesome person. Thanks for the update

[@OurstheLife1]

That was the cutest for sure!

[@suewilliams7661]

Lucas N Bruno he is gorgeous

[@ariannalynnemusic]

I am so excited for you guys. Joel gets to be home and help raise his kids and THAT is a blessing in itself. KZbin definitely is a huge commitment and until you do it, you just will have no idea what goes into it. As you said, you have no need to explain yourselves. As much as we the viewers "give" you the opportunity - you put the work into getting to where you are. People would not continue to watch if you weren't working your butt off to make great content. 💛

[@themontys]

Totally agreed. Lets keep on counting our blessings and not taking the gift called "Present" for granted. :) Like ThePfledPfam said, there's no need for explanations. We all who enjoy your videos are appreciated for your commitment and unimaginable sacrifices you make. I hardly comment nor do I even know a lot about youtube yet but life is worth living so I love to leave positive comments as much as I live my life full of positivity! :D Positive energy and positive sprinkles!✨

[@kdbrown85]

I'm a nurse and yes, I work very hard. But I don't feel like you all have to explain anything to us. Your main goal should be to provide for your family and you do that very well. You make our days brighter and I'm thankful for YOU! So glad that I found your channel. It gives me a big smile on those difficult days. God bless your sweet family! ❤️❤️

[@abbielonergan4966]

+Bonnie Hoellein hi Bonnie I'm starting a KZbin channel could u please give me a shoutout I have videos u were the first people I watched out of ur family

[@gianaspadavecchio2916]

Bonnie Hoellein thanks you I love your videos and keep up the great family and patenting

[@amyseaden9069]

Miss the old days where Bonnie was less censored, she didn't know what a brand deal was and it was something she did a couple of days a week on the side. My opinion. I understand the appeal of family members starting their own channels but it's a bit out of control. Every vlogger family seems to have their extended family vlogging now. I always wonder about the impact on the kids in the long term and whether this is a viable career for all these families for the next 30 years. Even Casey Neistat's video today was brand heavy and that used to be a rarity. Need a break from KZbin I think!

[@sophiekaos2580]

Amy Seaden

[@alexlipp9074]

Amy Seaden well that sucks! Get over it, it's her life and her decision. It's terrible that you feel the need to question people's choices. America is a Free country is it not?

[@amyseaden9069]

Alex Lipp Yes it is although I'm Canadian. That is why I am allowed to comment myself and unsubscribe which I did.

[@EmeryShae]

22hetha this is a really ignorant and hurtful statement. Why do you get to have an opinion on someone else's decision to have children? I came from a family of 6 and so did my husband. We happen to have 4 kids as well, and none of the things you mentioned were a factor.

[@chkymnky1983]

Why does anyone care if Joel works or not? I don't get it

[@ashlieghsteviemarie-hope1043]

chkymnky1983 I don't get it either....

[@haliechristiansen]

chkymnky1983 because some people think they deserve to know every little tiny detail of vloggers life. Who cares if he is working or not. Let's just enjoy what they do show us....

[@michaelanelson4876]

We don't need to know every little detail like knowing if Joel works. They shouldn't have to explain it they share enough of their life as it is.

[@DychesFam]

You guys are the salt of the Earth! Happy for your decision and for your family. You will be so thankful that you made this decision while your kids are young. Before having our first child, my wife and I decided that we would do whatever it takes to have me work from home so that I could be around my kids as much as possible. After being self-employed for 10 years and doing KZbin for 3, it has been the best decision I've ever made (besides marrying my wife and having babies 😉 etc). Wishing you guys the very the best!!!

[@nedaaquarius1]

Hi Bonnie, I just wanted to tell you not only within US, you also have many viewers across the globe. I am from Brisbane, Australia and watch your video every morning 6:00am before I go to work. I have not met you, Joel or your children but you have such a beautiful precious family. Please keep uploading videos as they make my day for sure. Lots of Love from your Persian friend: ღBonnieღJoelღOliviaღCodyღBostonღLincoln

[@lifeofaslimelover730]

Neda Aquarius hi I love Bonnie I want to meet her so bad

[@tan81112]

Waving from Melbourne :) Have a great day

[@nedaaquarius1]

Waving back dear! Hope you had a wonderful day too ;-)

[@Ratchetmermaid]

You guys are just so sweet. I'm so happy for you both! I was a veteran mom blogger and "retired" over a year ago. It was hard work. I cannot even imagine what goes into making these videos.

[@elizabethhoath]

Thank you so much for this video Bonnie; thankyou for being who you are; you are such a sweet soul. I was curious, but let's face it, I'm not going to question the reason why we get to see Joel in every vlog; I'm just going to enjoy it. I love the fact that you are a happier person with him at home, the kids are no doubt so excited to have him home and Joel won't miss out on so much like he used to. What a blessing, continue to enjoy every moment and just remember that for every nasty, uncalled for comment; your village of loving subscribers will post 50 loving comments. We got you girl! Big hugs from my family to yours from Melbourne, Australia xx

[@GOD2sodomyME]

Joel has grown on me so much since I started watching. He seems so kind and genuine, and like such a great dad. Love him.

[@SuddenKimpact]

That is so wonderful for you guys. Honestly YT is so hard and there is so much that people don't see that goes into the background that viewers don't see. I think it's awesome for you.

[@melissabelnap2477]

Bonnie...you literally made me cry! I am so thankful for you taking the time to recognize other people, not because you had to but grateful to all of the things and people you have as well as the people *true people* who are your KZbin family. We all have a story and you see the value in that, thank you! Love y'all!

[@MERRiVee1]

You guys are amazing. It's very evident how humble y'all are and will remain. You both work hard & deserve it all. Keep up the good work!

[@jacobandmaryainsworth3263]

I love Bonnie and Joel!!! Y'all are precious souls. I hate seeing you cry, but it shows how genuine you really are. And your children are to Die for. I think you guys are a great family. Very relatable. and Every fan that watches you guys know how hard you both work.

[@mindyfeverston9593]

agreed

[@mrsjennscott]

Woo Hoo! So, so glad Joel is able to stay home with you! What a blessing! Also, I respect immensely you two taking YOUR time to tell us. Keep up the great work! ❤️❤️

[@kazzajg8224]

Their needs to me more men like Joel, he's such a true hard worker. Bonnie my heart aches knowing you felt this way. You're an amazing family who I honestly look up to. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my life happier. God bless xo

[@tiffanymeyer9817]

There is absolutely no need to justify or feel guilt for the success you have all created! You bring such a warm and real spirit to KZbin that everyone enjoys watching! I know you will never lose that Bonnie humbleness! All of you Griffith's have it! Love you Bonnie!!

[@emilyk9717]

I dont normally comment, but tuning into your guys videos is part of my daily routine as a new mom. I was thrilled when you started doing Monday to Friday! Your family is so amazing, I don't think anyone tuning into your channel would question your guys work ethic- especially Joel's. I love seeing there that there are other families raising their children to be Godly kiddos, and serving other people! Happy you get to have Joel home with you Bonnie, that is such a blessing! 💕

[@mirandaperry4526]

You guys don't owe anyone an explanation. You are so right.. You are blessed to have this opportunity, but it doesn't make you any less of a hard worker. Thank you for being genuine and heartfelt.

[@brooklynn7524]

Anyone who watches your vlog for any amount of time knows that Joel is such a hard worker. He's always fixing something for someone, building something, lending tools or a hand, loading things on his trailer, helping make mail boxes, remodeling your home, and making your families lives so amazing. You're right, you don't have to justify or explain yourself to anyone. I love watching your family grow and change. Staying humble is so hard sometimes and your family does it beautifully.

[@alykleidon7503]

You owe no one an explanation for how you choose to manage your home, finances and employment. I so appreciate the openness and honesty though. I watch your vlogs because I see a happy, functional and funny family that focuses their priorities on the important things in life. My fiance and I didn't really have the best examples for strong families so I took to vloggers to help me understand other ways to parent, nurture and partner; you guys are almost always first on my list. Going into my future marriage and eventual parenthood, I feel blessed that, even thousands of miles away, I can connect with someone who is figuring it out and setting an example and sharing it with the world. Thank you for the hard work and dedication you both have put into this channel; it's helping some of us in more ways than you know.

[@ChrisJeter1222]

Thank you thank you thank you for being so genuine! You don't owe anyone an explanation, but describing your reservations, fears and being grateful for the opportunity to do this just earned my respect even more! Please do not let it change you...... Being humble while living an extremely blessed life and being able to bless others by giving, what a great life! 😃

[@LauraBidingCitizen]

The comments you mentioned were the ones that truly upset me greatly. It was no one else's business what was going on with you all as a family. I was honoured & felt blessed to have you all on my little phone, & feel part of all of your little family - I felt almost uncomfortable with others becoming so passive aggressive in comments about Joel's job. I'm so, so glad you said you don't want it to change either of you. That is categorically one thing I really don't ever want to see happen within your family, because your true - sometimes brutal honesty, is what draws me in time & time again. The tears, the hysterical laughter, the very normal couple arguments - having off days as a woman (god, we're far too hard on ourselves but yes - we can at least all come together & relate about it, pick each other up when we're feeling bloody crap!), sharing the moments with your precious babies, the ups & downs & how you deal with it. That rawness isn't as common as you think & that's why we all love both of you. Those tears are very real because you feel so passionately about what you're saying! I have no doubt you won't change! You're both of strong principles & characters. I will always support both of you for as long as you will allow 😘👌🏻 Lots of love & best wishes to both of you! X

[@micholealeece5189]

Bonnie, I walked into my bathroom after watching this with tears in my eyes and I had hives on my neck, too, that I didn't even realize just from relating to you and sympathizing with your heart. Just wanted to say that it's been awesome watching such amazing things happen to your family! Our most important work here on earth is for Jesus, and as long as you're maintaining that part of your lives, then I think it's incredible that you get to now call KZbin your career and live a blessed life working together in your home! We each have our own callings! Your children will be able to look back and remember so many precious memories with you through this, and we as viewers are better people because of what you share. The love that radiates in your hearts and home fills our homes. I'm so happy for you all!! Throw your hater blockers on and keep doing YOU! 😎✨

[@CynthiaGlezP]

I'm here for both of you! All of you actually! I'm single and I find my self in serious doubt of getting married because I some times think there could not be good relationships anymore, but then I see guys like Joel and relationships and families like yours, and I find hope, because I see that there are good guys and people fighting for raising good families. I seriously love watching you and all of your sibling's blogs. Thanks for sharing, you for sure don't owe us any explanation, but thanks for your honesty and for putting out your heart and your life like this :)

[@malloryrutz3131]

You guys do not owe anyone an explanation! It's very evident how hard not only Joel works, but you too Bonnie. You work hard at being a good mama on top of the huge work load that is KZbin. I love your family and will support you guys all the way! I couldn't be happier for you guys!!

[@ahomemadelife3686]

Thankfulness is such a Godly quality. You both are very thankful people and it's beautiful to watch. Blessings.

[@ZacandSophie]

Eeeee I love you guys! What courage it must have taken to make this video! Your kiddos are so lucky to have both of you home each day, and to spend time with each other daily. I'm a little jealous but you guys put in the time and effort and have totally earned it!! Enjoy it, feel proud and who cares about those silly haters 😊❤

[@tanyaslater3582]

What a wonderful blessing! You will never regret the time you have as a family together and your kids will have so many more memories. Excited for you all!

[@colleenbarber4539]

What a blessing you two are!!! I love watching your vlogs of you and your extended family!!! It's so refreshing to see genuine happy, thankful people. Keep doing what you're doing because we all need a little of Bonnie and Joel in our lives!!!!

[@juliemeece513]

Bonnie you work so so hard!! You bring joy to more than 400,000 people!! And your a mother to 4 beautiful children. If that's not hard work I don't know what is. You deserve this so much! Thanks for sharing!! Love you guys

[@kwalker3465]

Thank you guys. Not for telling us about your personal, financial lives...but for opening yourselves up for this. I feel your kindness, and I'm grateful for it. I see your authentic lives, and I see the negative comments. Keep overlooking those...and doing what you do. You're not obligated to explain one thing to anyone. Do you guys...because that's what most people are here to see. Good luck, God bless, and Merry Christmas!

[@LizHdezTV]

I love watching you guys and totally support your right to share what your want when you want. My husband works in recycling, sorting garbage, moving piles of dry wall and concrete for long hours. If he was able to stay home with the kids and me, better believe he would and there's no shame in that. Hard-working people will always be hard-working people. Congrats guys!

[@jmpuentes3255]

Out of all my favorites your vlog is the one I watch daily. And, Joel, you are a BIG part of the reason. More dads should follow your example. God bless you all. 👵🏼❤️

[@tracyanderson366]

I don't have much to say other than I just love you guys. Thank you for sharing your family with us and for making my days brighter. Bonnie, you do not need to justify how you make your living, sweetie... you give SO much more than you think you do to other people. Maybe filming and sharing your life isn't "hard" labor, but it IS work and you are filling a need in this world. You guys are special to me. Congrats on making it to the point where Joel could leave his employ to work from home with you. That's really something to be proud of ❤️

[@sarahsherinian6665]

No explanation necessary! You are doing what is best for your family just like the rest of us. Your precious babies will be grown and gone in the blink of an eye. How wonderful it is that you both will be there to parent them every day and you'll have a beautiful documentation of their childhood. You're doing the right thing!!

[@mirandaschultheis2854]

I'm so happy for you two. I work full time and my husband works and average of 65 hours a week, usually around 70. He served in the Air Force for 4 years and he is now working in a factory and going to school full time. I have 2 semesters left of my degree as well. We also have two very small children, 1 year old and 8 months old (1 year and 12 days apart). I have thought about picking up a camera but to be honest, I don't know what I would film. keep doing what you all are doing, we love you!

[@katrinamcelhinney6141]

Congratulations to both of you. What a tremendous blessing and it is so nice to see that you both appreciate it so much. Enjoy this precious time together and with your kids.

[@janeforst8464]

Bonnie and Joel, I love the integrity you both have. I've been watching the comments over the past months questioning about whether Joel was working or not and it was getting to the point of becoming both intrusive and demanding. Clearly, there were some who felt like you owed us an explanation. You owe us nothing of the kind! It's those of us who watch you who owe you the respect of your privacy that you deserve! It's totally up to you how much you want to share with us and what areas of your life you want to keep private and the viewers need to respect that. There was a comment after yesterday's vlog that was what you, Bonnie, described as going beyond what was acceptable. It was very demanding in wanting to know the truth about whether or not Joel was working or not. Reading that really angered me to the point of almost writing a response but I then realized that would only fuel the fire. You and Joel took care of it very nicely and I hope this will be an end the incessant question of does Joel work outside of the home. I'm very happy for the both of you and the success you're having with KZbin! It's because of your honesty and integrity that you do have the following of those of us who tune in every day. I know that's why I'm here! I love both of you very much!

[@MrsNeils]

You are such genuine, nice people. Not just a fake nice because you have a camera on you it's so refreshing to see such humble people achieving their dreams.

[@laratichnell862]

Good for y'all!! And Bonnie your exactly right, you owe us zero explanation of how you choose to live your lives. Thank you for allowing us to watch as you grow and take on the world! Will continue to watch and support! seasons Greetings!

[@tubeofyouemily]

I'm so happy for y'all! With 4 kids, a super busy lifestyle, and vlogging everyday....I'm so glad y'all have this opportunity. I LOVE watching your videos. You are teaching many couples how to love eachother and how to raise and love your kids. You are both incredible examples. Bonnie you have such a sweet heart. Love you guys!!!

[@hayleybutler4698]

I don't underestimate the behind the scenes work that goes into these videos, I truly appreciate the content you upload for us, there isn't one vlog where I haven't smiled/laughed and that helps my day get off to a great start! it's so exciting to see that you're almost at half a million subscribers, just as I knew you would when you reached the 100k milestone! Keep up the fab work you two, love from the other side of the Atlantic!

[@linzidrew2842]

you two are the most caring people, it's nice to see people actually exist like you.

[@mommyof4311]

Bonnie your sincerity shows through, what an amazing blessing at this point in your life. Make memories and enjoy the time you have to be able to be together.

[@JKTOYS]

I am so so happy for you guys. KZbin takes a lot, its a passion and not a quick way to get rich. We daily vlog and we only have just over 5k people that have subscribed to our channel. I seriously hope that you guys enjoy every second together, there is nothing wrong with enjoying the benefit of being able to be at home and earn a living xxxxxxx

[@meganpowell4484]

Bonnie, Thank you for being open with us. You are right... you owe nobody an explanation. You have a right to keep things to yourselves... especially on such a public forum! I love that you allow us to be a part of your family. Proud to be a Bonnie Hoellein viewer. Wish I lived closer so that I had a chance to meet you and your family!!!

[@BereniceLydia]

Hey Bonnie and Joel, I'm glad you're doing what you're doing. Kudos from my little corner of Wales. You two, and your wonderful little Hoelleins, have been rays of light in what's been a tough year for me. Thank you thank you thank you!!! Bxx

[@1218Tris]

Good for you! No explanation needed, you are providing for your family and you found an amazing way to do it. Please know that there are people like me (stay at home mom of 2) that look up to you and admire your life. I can see that you appreciate this opportunity so much and aren't taking advantage of it. Have fun with your family!

[@ladybird925]

I can totally understand why you guys felt the need to make this video but honestly I never thought more about t other than I was happy that you and Joel got to spend more time together with the kids. I've watched you guys for a really long time and I absolutely love your family and your outlook on life. You find happiness in the smallest of blessings and you remind me that there is always something to be thankful for. I hope you know that you and Joel set a great example for so many people, myself included. I hope that you guys are blessed and continue down the path you're on. We love the Hoellein's!

[@tiffanyharrison9105]

You guys are so sweet and thoughtful! I love that this has given you both the ability to provide for your family! It is so Kind that you still are thoughtful of others!

[@zipspain]

Joel, many people watch the videos not only for Bonnie but for you, Olivia, Cody, Boston, and Lincoln. Many people enjoy your ENTIRE family! Bonnie, I have been watching you for a long time. Don't worry what others say, you know who you are as a person and that is what matters. Stay true to your roots and people will enjoy watching you for just being yourself! Thank you for being a ray of light in days that can be dark and lonely for some people. Thank you for sharing your beautiful children with the world! You really make an impact in peoples lives!

[@stephaniebianca5831]

that just shows even more of what a man joel is, and that he will do anything to provide for you and the kiddos, I look up to your family so much and hope one day to have a happy family like you guys do

[@byxbe1994]

Bonnie. You have such a kind heart. 💜 I appreciate all the work you and Joel put into the vlogs. And I'm so happy that Joel gets to be home with you and enjoy spending time with the kids while they are at such a fun age. You never get those years back!

[@TheSpenceNerds]

You guys are awesome. I love the slices of realness in your videos that I'm missing on other channels. Like setting up the camera, that was so adorable. How great for Joel to be home with his kiddos all day! Thanks for sharing your lives with us!

[@albussnape2]

-I'm so glad you are now more involved! You and Bonnie are quite amazing, and you share a terrific kindness and sense of humor that uplifts others. Thanks to the Hollein family. Now, where are my tissues?

[@JohnsonKelseyAnne]

You guys are so wonderful, THIS is the honest vulnerability that makes you endearing. Thank you for sharing your story. Congratulations on this new chapter, you have a lot of people wishing you the best in all of your endeavors!

[@partywithkrissy]

I love how emotional you were about "hard workers". It shows me that you are caring and humble people. Congratulations on your new adventures as a family. 😘

[@meetthewengers]

I am so happy for you guys. This is my dream. My husband works so much, and I would love to have him home just a tad bit more with our kids. Our channel is so small though, but I hope and pray it grows to be successful. Many blessings to you and your family from us here in London!

[@Llamajhunk]

I'm actually glad you addressed this B, not the working thing but the fact you guys don't owe anyone an explanation . People suck sometimes and now all the people commenting the same thing every single day can shutup 😊💕💕💕💕

[@tuckerfamilyof4]

Oh Bonnie Hoellein...my dear you also do your part in making the world spin. Why am I a subscriber? Why do I invest my 15-20min a day watching? Why do I keep hitting that darn bell that keeps un-doing itself?! Because.....YOU are a light. You are real. You show the good and the bad and during it you throw your head back and laugh and sometimes you cry and sometimes you get irritated and you just are a joy to watch. You both take pride in your home and your family and not everyone has that or was shown that and it is comforting and most of all encouraging and that is MY WHY! Also...congrats on your success...I know you will make it a point to give back and to keep family first. No on knows what the future holds but we all know WHO holds the future. LOVE YOUR GUTS!! 😘

[@rebeccahileman3954]

As someone who has spent the last 10 years working swing shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts. I get it. It's a hard life and very humbling. I am so grateful for the people that make our communities thrive. You never really understand how many people work crazy hours and spend time away from their families until you do it yourself. I also want to say I am grateful for you and your family. Sometimes life is a lot and it is comforting to be able to watch happy families and positive people. Truly, I thank you!

[@jessiekernodle6961]

I love watching your vlogs because you're so relatable! Joel reminds me a lot of my husband, he's a hard worker and makes sure we are taken care of. He works long hours and sometimes doesn't get a day off during the week and I'm so thankful that he is so selfless. Seeing Joel be able to stay home makes me so happy for you! I know that's such a great blessing for you and the kids and Joel deserves it :)

[@MrsCrissCross]

Bonnie and Joel, you put such light in this world. Don't you dare, for one minute, validate the notion that what you do isn't "respectable". My husband and I are both teachers and we count our lucky stars that we have been blessed to spend our summers with our boys. Believe it or not we catch grief for that - we try to pay them no mind.... That can be tricky business but stand strong in what you know is right. You bless my life and I thank you for it!

[@allisonzander2180]

More power to you guys. There is no greater gift than being with your children an family and you've found a way to do it. No one lays on their death bed saying, "Gee I wish I would've spent less time with my family and more time at work."

[@katherineroot2409]

I love you guys! I'm so glad you were able to share this part of your life with the KZbin community. It is very obvious how hard you both work and how much you love each other and your kids.

[@notttkaitlyn541]

Me and my husband are very interested in doing KZbin full time and you guys are such an inspiration to us, that we can follow our dreams! I love you guys and I hope God blesses each of you for the rest of your life. ❤️

[@EarlsFamilyVlogs]

Bonnie, my torso is taller than my husband's too so he sometimes sits on a pillow too haha!! Also I totally understand it is SOOO much work for one person!! You have such a beautiful heart and I think it is so awesome that you are staying true to who you are! Oh gosh now I am crying, can't handle the emotions right now!!

[@Isaacdoescaredits]

Bonnie you're laugh is so contagious ! I love how you and your spouse sat together and had that down to earth personal conversation about Joel leaving his work place and dedicating to being full time you tubers . I commend you both . 👏🏻

[@amyp4966]

Bonnie, I have been watching your family from the beginning and could not be happier for you guys!! I'm also a stay at home mom who watches my husband work his butt off to support our family - I hope I can someday doing something to help him like you have done for Joel! Enjoy having him home!

[@flusenpuster]

as its been said before, you owe no one any explanation, but thank you for letting us in on your personal life. i've started watching when Boston was still a baby, maybe at the age of Lincoln now, not sure. Anyhow, you Bonnie and your family are fantastic. I wish i had people like you as my neighbors :D so happy that this youtube thing is making it possible for you to make a living from it and have your family together. thank you for all your hard work and for having Joel more often in the videos! ;)

[@undercoverspoonie3]

Bonnie and Joel you own no one explanation! I am so happy for the both of you and so honoured that you do share your lives with us!! Watching your videos is always a highlight of my day!!!

[@hollandemerson7489]

I'm grateful for this whole family, plus the other families who vlog because it's amazing to see your life and have role models too

[@TheNomesjoy]

You guys are just so lovely. So soft hearted and strong in kindness. Xxxx. That's why I watch you. I'm so glad you haven't changed.

[@raychull17]

You are so wonderful, Bonnie and Joel. You constantly show how genuine you are and are still realistic and grateful for what KZbin has done and what it could end up being in the future. I'm so thankful to you for bringing joy to my home this past year. You deserve the recognition and achievement of being able to do this full time. Cheers and happy holidays!

[@CasaLandego]

I have been vlogging for Over 4 years. And I have the highest respect for people who do this for a living. It is hard dang work! Unless you have made a video, and done it for awhile you don't have a real appreciation for how much work it really is. Congrats on living the dream. You deserve it :)

[@mfrankfurth3387]

you two are it! you've got a love for your faith, eachother, your darling babes, your family ..... you don't owe us a stinkin' thing. but you're the absolute sweetest, most kind, down to earth family - what a treat to get a glimpse of that .... thank YOU! happy, merry! 🎄.

[@tan81112]

Don't ever feel bad for the blessings God has given you. Thank you for staying true to yourselves,for not crumbling and feeling the pressure of having to share so much,everyone has a right to some privacy whether you have a you tube channel or not. Thank you for bringing us in to your lives.

[@drewwilson5600]

Thank you so much for being so real. I love watching y'all and I'm thankful for all the time y'all put into this! Love from North Carolina!

[@kimcartwright4790]

You both are fab people who are raising four fantastic kids, you don't owe anyone a explanation as to why you both have made your choices. At the end the day you letting us into your lives. Both of you just keep on doing what your doing and carry on being a amazing family. Thankyou for letting me join you on your journey. Wishing you all the best and luck for the future. Love Kim from the UK x

[@nicolebaker9405]

Well done guys! I started watching your journey this year. I am a full time working mumma with my partner also working full time with our bubba. I think your doing such a wonderful thing to keep your family happy. If we could what you do to stay with each other and to not be away from our bubba we would do it tomorrow. Stay true to what you need because your great at what your doing x

[@Ashjor_]

I love you guys! I'm so grateful for you both and your family! Thank you for sharing your lives with me and the rest of your subscribers!

[@kelseystorm1506]

Okay, I am sitting here bawling watching you bawl your eyes out. You do not ever have to justify yourselves for us as viewers. Yes, we watch you but you aren't a TV show, this is reality. This is YOUR guys' life. Your choices. Those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind!!! We love you for who all of you are, don't you ever change. Please, don't ever change! ❤😘 I am SO happy for you as a family.

[@rosebunny2010]

You don't owe anybody, at anytime, any explanation about what you do. You invite us into your home, and I've enjoyed it; but you're right, its solely on your terms. You two couldn't be anything but what you are, down to earth, real people. Out of a lot of channels that I watch, you are one of a very few who has NOT allowed this to go to your heads, from those who I've watched from the "beginnings" of their channels, and that's awesome. :)

[@TheSumom1]

Love that you can spend so much time together and you are humble for all you have!! Great Family !!!

[@breelanham4813]

Love, love, love you guys! I wish you all of the success in the world! It must be so hard to let us into your lives and we appreciate you doing it for our entertainment. Thank you Bonnie and Joel! You two are lights in this world and so are your beautiful kiddos!

[@TaniWeinstein]

I am inspired by your whole outlook in this situation. When you said you are telling your friends what has happened and you don't care what those who are judging you are going to say. It really inspires me too live my life for me and not care what those around me think which is very hard for me. When I watch your videos it gives me a little more strength in myself so that I can start living my life the way I want and not the way others' want me to. Thank you for that confidence!

[@hattieseamons8505]

When I saw this title I was so happy! For your kids getting to have both parents at home full time is something amazing! I can't wait to see your adventures from now on! I hope you guys can push all the haters away and not even acknowledge them because you guys are amazing and that's all that matters. Love you lots!

[@melissapersicke3944]

Oh Bonnie, I love your little family! You seriously are so sweet, to be so sensitive and caring about others. You guys are so blessed and I know that you are thankful to have Joel home with you!

[@laurengemmell4233]

Good for you guys! It takes a lot of courage to do what you are doing. My husband and I started our own business back in 2014 and it takes a crazy amount of work but you guys got this! I hope Joel's side businesses go well. It's so fun to be your own boss and make your own schedule. Good luck you two!

[@courtneyarnold491]

I think its amazing that Joel gets to stay home and you guys get to work together. Such an amazing opportunity that you should take with no regrets and no guilt. Family is everything and you have worked your tails off to turn this channel into something that can support your family and allow you to have the entire family together. It's so special and I am so happy for you. You 100% deserve this!

[@bandme796]

I'm so happy for you all! Having 2 parents in the home is wonderful, but having both available more to help with the kids and the house work is a huge blessing! I work from home as well. There is never a day that I don't work. I drove from California to Maryland and Florida over the summer and I worked every day of my trip. One thing I do want to say, is don't be afraid of change. If you feel like there is something you want to upgrade and you can afford it go for it! This is YOUR life. Live it however you want to!

[@emilyjune2792]

I'm right here tearing up with you, Bonnie. You two really are amazing, extremely respectable people and the greatest parents! Obviously not perfect, but that makes it that much better. Love you guys!!