Dismal But Still Edible | Where We’ve Been

It’s past time to harvest potatoes, and we are fighting the compacted soil to get them out. After a few die backs from frost, our 2024 potato harvest is pretty dismal. Also, an update on where we have been and a delicious farm-to-table dinner.
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[@pollenhead]

I know this is premature because I have not watched the entire video but the first 40 seconds brought tears of admiration for a loving father taking the time and skillfully caring for his daughter' s hair. ❤

[@carollang6090]

I had a lump in my throat.

[@isabelhoyohoy5775]

I’ve noticed it to... right away, so admirable.

[@sharper6577]

A ponytail just like daddy’s ☺️ I was impressed too.

[@deecooper1567]

@@carollang6090 Right ? Such a beautiful moment 💖 And the potato team work. All 4 boys just amaze me ! Always there to help 🤩 There’s nothing wrong with saying OUR FOOD … a proud state for sure! Not everyone can say that 👍👍 Well deserved break Glad you’re back 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@probablynot1368]

How about the moment @ 22:57, where big brother is holding baby sister, walking with her in his arms as he’s burping her? Dad & mom have certainly modeled excellent behaviors for all the children.

[@karenwood8300]

Not only was it a precious time while Ben was fixing Buggy’s hair, but watching a big brother snuggle and walk with his baby sister while Meg and Ben were busy brought tears to my eyes. Simply a wonderful family and I’m grateful that they share it with us.

[@vivianzuniga8814]

And did you see his hand on the baby when they were praying before supper? I love it!

[@tonygrimes13]

@@bettyferguson2815 Do you have long hair? If you do then your comment is weird!

[@therealmysticmoon]

Why do I enjoy your channel so much? You're not like most of the others, which, by the way, I have unsubscribed to quite a few of "the others". This family is real, down to earth, not flashy/showy and you use what you have. They don't use $130-180 handmade pottery bowls, or spend tens of thousands of dollars on giant refrigerator, lol. They don't run out and buy all the newest gadgets to keep up with the Jones's. my kind of people. Keep up the true sustainable choices!

[@debbiemalone5957]

That's why I like watching the Hollars......they have no click bait titles or phony laughs. They stay real for sure😁

[@dorisgrainger9692]

I agree 💯

[@objectionhearsay2415]

I so get what you mean. There are a couple channels when I started watching they were building a homestead but they slowly changed their focus. I stopped watching. If I wanted to watch Kardashian/Jenner hedonistic type of behavior I would. I’m not judging it’s just not interesting to me. ✌️

[@Geema1952]

And they don’t have “commercials “ about products they are paid to sponsor.

[@objectionhearsay2415]

@@Geema1952 true that

[@heinkristen1]

We are not tired of you saying it's from your garden. I think at least half of us are here for that!! Good job guys 😊

[@Jaynes-Path]

My son is waiting for his first child to be born. He has been waiting for this for 10 years. Watching you brush and braid Buggies hair reminded me of him asking me to show him how so he'll be ready for his daughter. I have faith that he will be as great a father as you are.

[@missourigirl8447]

That's amazing. ❤ I'm happy for him and for you too! Congratulations on the sweet blessing about to join your family. 😊

[@Noname-cn4ly]

Congratulations 🎊🍾🎉🎈

[@Noname-cn4ly]

Your son walking behind you holding the baby just melted my heart! ❤️

[@megmills4798]

Congratulations❤

[@Jaynes-Path]

@@missourigirl8447 Thank you!

[@zander8018]

Every family needs private time... Baby first❤

[@lisamorton5742]

Family time is so important. Kids grow up so quickly. Spend as much time as you can with your babies. Children are such a blessing.

[@user-lz5fi1um7s]

watching your teenage son care for his baby sister made my day...him looking her in the eye at dinner when Meg was holding her..priceless...she has a protective brother forever..I pity the guy who breakers her heart

[@piperhomestead5698]

I never get tired of hearing you guys say, "This is our..." Love that you grow your own food!!

[@shamancarmichael5305]

One of the things I like most about your family is the across the board appreciation for your food! From growing it, preparing it, and enjoying it in the best ways possible, you show respect for it.

[@sharoncochran8508]

Potatoes or no potatoes, your harvest is a success. Working with the family, spending time together and making memories is so precious.

[@erinb.5103]

I absolutely love hearing “ this is our squash or this is our potato or meat” whatever you raised or grew. It’s wonderful to see how far you’ve come on your journey. Keep saying it loud and proud!!!

[@loris3002]

Awesome to see one of your older sons holding and walking with the baby. Teaching him to be a great loving dad for when his time comes.

[@mistycornelius5994]

I’m so glad you’re taking the time to enjoy baby snuggles. This time is precious. God Bless! ❤

[@PHOENIXRISING807]

Please hit the like button. I hit it first before I view the video. Let's show the family we appreciate them sharing their life with us.❤❤❤

[@heatherk8931]

Same here

[@D.J.R63]

I always hit it first too, love this family!❤

[@davidmitchell1304]

And watch the ad. They deserve it

[@Gardendreamsforme]

Same

[@petrablum5562]

it is better to hit the ike when you are at the end of the video, which shows youtube you watched the video in full before liking it.

[@albrightfs]

Love watching your son adore and walk around with baby... beautiful family!

[@pincheguarito591]

For the tiny or "new" potatoes my Dad used to pan fry them in bacon grease with onions and fresh green beans and top it with the crumbled up bacon he rendered the grease from. That's a happy memory.🥰

[@amandaforeman2626]

Ben doing buggies hair is so precious ! Good to see you guys !

[@Loc.dnLoaded]

Can I say, I love the farming, machine and animal handling clips but its something about the Dad doing a simple ponytail that makes you smile!

[@kristyclay9182]

I understand COMPLETELY that Family time comes FIRST! But, I have had WITHDRAWAL symptoms from no new videos. This is by FAR, my FAVORITE vlog to watch and if I had my way, there would be a new one to watch EVERY day. PLEASE post as MANY as you can. My day doesn't seem complete without a visit to Hollar Homestead.

[@diannedutton6127]

Nothing more precious than the memories you'll have of Buggy following you around. She's sure a daddy's girl. I was too, I know how special it is.

[@lattelolly6925]

It is so sweet to see Ben combing Buggy's hair. Our girls were little blondies too, with hair to their waist and their daddy would comb their pony tails sometimes. They still love those memories.

[@user-or6bb2pr1q]

Let me assure you, I am never fed up of you saying that what is on the table came from crops tended by you and your family. Shout it from the roof tops. Be absolutely proud of your achievements. I am sure that everyone watching wants it too. And everyone watching is feeling the glow of your pride for what you have all achieved. Food that you have grown is better than money in the bank.

[@marydingus4360]

Love seeing one of your sons walking around with Elizabeth in his arms! So precious!❤ Show her when you can!😊

[@foreverflowers7753]

you all hav been missed! Thanks for the update! So glad you all are doing your thing and thanks for letting us peak into your lives! Blessings!

[@kittyrichards9915]

We take pride in looking at our plate and seeing how much is from our land. I won't get tired of you saying that too.

[@CS-bn4un]

Amen....love to hear y'all declare thanks and praises to the Lord for the rain!!! YES and AMEN!

[@lucydiazcolon734]

Ben, I so respect you for being a girl dad. Combing buggy's hair was the highlight of this video. Dont get me wrong your a great dad but this snippet sure reminded me of my dad. He's in heaven now and I sure miss him😢😢 Thank you

[@weegardenhomestead805]

You should totally take time to enjoy your family. And never apologize for saying the food you are cooking is yours. You worked hard for it and deserve the credit. Love your family and the way everyone pitches in to get it done!

[@otakelblanchemanor0659]

With the little potatoes, I deep fat fry them; perfection! Little poppers.

[@VirginiaReyes1983]

Never tired of hearing you say, this is our harvest that we're eating! Please keep it up. This is a safe place to share that! I love seeing what successes and challenges you've had!

[@dianaj3139]

I loved seeing you fix your daughter's hair... It was something that I always loved when my daughters were growing up, watching them get an updo styled by their father. Sweet memories! Feel your frustration with temperatures... our last few days have been in the 100 range... today is actually cooler at around 90.. but yeah sunshine is hot!!

[@jacquethirlkel3001]

The opening with Daddy doing his little girl’s hair is sooooooo heart warming!!! God bless!

[@rosanna8468]

So sweet to see a dad doing his daughter's hair. I love how all your children help and seem to enjoy it and that Bugging is growing up learning to homestead. I love how your family work together. If I could raise my family all over again I would take your lead !!Meg your stove gets a work out with lots of great food!! The easiest baby because you are so relaxed with your life. Love your Family!! Love seeing your son walking with the baby..💞

[@laurajanyoung3187]

Hello Beautiful Hollars!!! You have been missed but so glad you all are getting plenty of snuggle time in with Lil Elizabeth! Loved seeing big brother Jack or Tyler photo bombing with baby girl Elizabeth (soooo cute) in the background!!! Love your living and learning on potato planting. But most of all how you all sit down to your table to partake of the bounty of your harvests and give our Lord God all the Thanks He deserves. Ben, shake off all shame.... you've redeemed yourself from dry brisket days. You guys rock in every way!!

[@belieftransformation]

Thanks for sharing tidbits of your wonderful family’s lives. They are all precious & it warms my heart to see big brother walking & holding baby Elizabeth🥰 I’m sure the whole family loves her up & she’s feeling it🤗🇨🇦

[@carrielittlecplaster1620]

I loved seeing big brother taking care of baby sister. So sweet

[@jacquieanderson6251]

Welcome back Hollar family! I get inspiration for meal prep from you along with what to plant. It’s great you can get so much from your garden. Buggy reminded me of when my daughters were her age and following their dad outside to help. Thank you

[@susangagnon1912]

Enjoying new baby and family time is so important. Thanks for the update video. Love how Buggy is always so happily helping and LOVES the produce you pick...so cute. You have a wonderful family all helping each other...God Bless You All and pray he sends you some cooler weather and some rain.

[@Steve-od6hi]

The beginning, father and daughter time was so great, then end with Big Brothers hand on Liz, when thanksgiving prayers were offered, completed the circle so beautifully, tearfully great! and in between was informative, thoughtful and insightful. Great Video, Missed you guys terribly.

[@kellyrosloniec300]

I needed no explanation of where you all were at. This is why you chose this life. You had a baby and are blessed to give that baby all the love she needs to thrive. That being said, I have missed you. Thank you for checking in and sharing.

[@TinaMarie869]

Yall are doing the right thing and spending time with your baby girl. Be blessed because yall are a blessing ❤

[@peppernc429]

It’s encouraging to others, when you speak about eating the food you grow.

[@wendyshepard2080]

I watch when you post and I’ll continue to do so, I love your content/family. No ads, not flashy just genuine down to earth people who love life and family… take those snuggles! My sons are 30’s and 40’s… I miss those snuggles!!!

[@Angela410R]

Aren't they set to wonderful family? They just have so much love within their family. It is just. beautiful to see!

[@carolkimbell5174]

So happy that it started raining!

[@antonianovoa6416]

This heat wave puts a damper on all outdoor projects! Its SUPER hot in California right now, and the temps are out of scope for this time of year. Keep hydrated!

[@lisarosebud6404]

My garden isn’t growing like every other year. Way behind and so many weeds.

[@greenbankreptiles]

Missed you folks!.. your all looking great tho!! Much love and respect to you all.

[@heatherk8931]

We totally understand the heat is difficult, ya rather stay inside with Elizabeth 🥰, my grandma's name. Stay inside, savor the essence of your new little. What a luxurious time for your family. And now you are making mouthwatering commentary, gosh! Its good to hear from y'all ❣❣❣

[@Junkinsally]

Might have to rig up some rain catchment to save water for the summer and put that garden patch on drip irrigation. Glad ya’ll back but also glad you’re enjoying the new baby.

[@plurmingo1]

Potatoes: I’m surprised you haven’t made a sizer yet. Starting with the smaller holes, then med, & so forth. I have a small garden that everyone keeps sabotaging. So claim them ! You earned it.

[@leekent3325]

I so appreciate you, Meg and your family. The way you all work together to accomplish self reliance for food and fun is refreshing and motivating! Thank you ❤

[@gretaknebel8495]

I completely understand about staying out of the heat. I can’t handle it either. Take care of your family inside and enjoy the cool times with your new daughter.

[@user-uc9jj3yx9k]

Please don't stop filming I love watching your family

[@debbiemalone5957]

Family time is more important then a video. We are understanding and wait patiently for the next one❤.

[@Cherie5353]

When the Hollars get old just let Buggy handle everything. She is growing up to know how and the first one out with her daddy. You go girl! ❤❤❤❤

[@susandunn46]

Love the fact that you are taking this time to enjoy Elizabeth! You are awesome parents!

[@ruthcowan9793]

Please take your time and enjoy your family. We appreciate every time you choose to share with us!!! But family comes first. Always. Meg, thank you for posting a quick update while you were not posting. Just so you know, you and your family have people that care about you guys!!! I love the peek into your lives and appreciate all of you so much!!! Take care and enjoy the snuggles.

[@mayravalentino4682]

Gorgeous harvest and food! Gorgeous family!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!! I loved the dad/daughter moment when Ben braided Buggie’s hair! Beautiful!!!!

[@hidawayhomestead524]

Ben, thank you for the beautiful memories. My Father would brush out my hair and braid it too. My Father past away last year at 85, and I miss him so. Thank you for the flash back Stay safe and God bless you my friends. 🌱🐓🐐🐖🐄🌱 Lisa

[@sanlen1944]

The food looks delicious , and Big Brother holding his new baby sister is so Sweet , and Buggy at the end , shes so precious , Yall are very blessed !

[@user-ub9il5hk9j]

Good to see you! Love big brother taking care of baby sister, so sweet! We never get tired of watching your day to day activities. Love your family!

[@StevenCampsOut]

Enjoy your new sugar plum and summer vacation. We'll still be here.

[@marycleath17]

This is the coolest family. They are all such hard workers. The men outside and Meg working hard in the house.❤

[@lindarinke6024]

Woohoo,great to see you again,missed you!!

[@user-wn1gk2kg1w]

Hello, nice to see you again! Thank you for sharing this time with us.

[@beetee3272]

Keep saying it, say it every time you are using your own homegrown/homemade products. I really enjoy it and isn’t it one of the purposes of your channel, to share what you are doing? Satisfaction in using what you have supplied is admirable!

[@markdecker2724]

Good to see y'all again. You are right, family is the most important part of your life. Enjoy it as long as you can. As you know, "Time Fly's."

[@stephaniegee227]

Your little helper is adorable! We had to pull some of our stuff early b/c of too much rain. NOW we're having a lack of rain + high temps/humidity. This has been a challenging year for our garden.

[@carolvillanueva3728]

I see you are amazing parents and doing it right. So much love is in your house. The boys are so great with their little sisters. They will have great memories with such nice big brothers. Glad you got rain. Take care. 😍😍

[@lavondadye8091]

Glad to see you back! Understanding the need to take a break is a good thing so happy you were able to do that and spend time with your precious little one❤ Loved watching Ben fix Buggies hair!😊

[@janninehaslam9204]

Awe, it was great to see your vlog tonight....just going to bed, and the notification came up!!!. Love and blessings to you, beautiful family ❤❤❤ xjx

[@joanneganon7157]

Hey Hollers👋,Daddy does hair too😍. We have had 87° all week thru . We will have storms to break it up though. To bad your so dry😮. Man how do these new bugs find us🥴. My potatoes are doing awesome in the Greenstalk 👍. I'm so glad you can spend time with Elizabeth ❤. JO JO IN VT 💞

[@squad1378]

I love this family. Working and praying together.

[@connieellis925]

Really missed seeing your videos, I figured it was to hot 🔥 outside. Glad to see you back. Love watching your videos.

[@user-ed2cd4zw1f]

Yes, I Pray fro you and your family.. While watching your vlog around 20 minutes I saw one of your sons holding the new baby and enjoying himself. God is good. I love watching your vlogs for years.

[@joycecook8876]

A bun fixing a braid….so sweet! Love this hard working family. ❤

[@sandhollowhomestead6972]

Secret to homesteading: God, Family, T-tape. Love you guys!

[@terrimarks3694]

Please! We want to hear you are eating your own food! It's the best feeling ever!

[@robertadunaway7030]

So cute seeing Jake walking the floor with Elizabeth.

[@byfaithindustries4189]

There is nothing like the praise that comes up from me when the belated rain comes down! ❤ Glad to see others feel the same!

[@woodrowmuse8437]

Take all the time you need,enjoying your beautiful baby and now the boys and you seem to have a great relationship and that’s such a blessing itself ❤ thank you for sharing your beautiful homestead life with us! Again thank you ❤

[@missbarbarajean]

I'm glad you are back! You guys are making me hungry!!! Looks so good!!! Here in Missouri (KC area) we have had a record amount of rain. It has been a nice summer after earlier really hot days in June. I don't remember a 4th of July that was nicer than this year! So happy for a beautiful, easy baby for you. We are so glad your hiatus had nothing to do with anyone being sick or having an accident! So anxious to hear about your addition! God bless you and thank you for praying with your children. Great Grandparents here.....

[@artforyou5087]

We watch your videos as they come up. My husband and I want to thank you for sharing your family time. It brings heart felt tears to see the love you have for your kids! We also enjoy seeing the kids smiles and watching all of you working together! Thank you! Keep those videos coming! What you are portraying is much needed in these times!

[@fizer718]

Lay down a layer of hay, throw down your seed potatoes, lay down about a good foot or two hay over them… let them grow… when they die back reach in grab your potatoes…..never ever dig them again…. The older I get the more I love this method

[@whitestone4401]

Buggy has grown so much. God’s blessings family. Thanks for checking in.

[@juliewholohan2850]

Summer holidays guys…downunder we are in winter. Always enjoy a Hollar catch up. 🇦🇺

[@Haffy1952]

Exactly, you grow for you and your family and get to choose what works best for you, Ruth Stout was an older woman and grew what she was capable of for her age. It worked for her at that time in her life. Glad to watch your videos whenever I can and when you can make them, love you guys.

[@ChristinaMoore79]

Y'all slay me every time you cook. Everything looks so darn good! I loved seeing Ben and Buggy having Daddy-Daughter time with him braiding her hair, and it was so sweet to see Jack walking with Lizzy.

[@sallyburkett-caskinette8723]

And these potatoes are delicious 😂!

[@laurascozycorner458]

Ben, I know exactly what you mean with your garden. It’s been very dry here as well. I never watered my garden just planted seeds in the ground and plants in the ground and I praise the Lord every time we had a heavy dew on the ground. I’m over here next-door in Kentucky. You’re not alone.

[@pamelaabettis7225]

So sweet seeing big brother cuddling with the baby in the background.

[@marloscorner4265]

Make some hanging drying racks. Simple rectangle frame with hardware cloth over them. Mount the with eye bolts from the ceiling- use a simple pulley to raise and lower. Mount your box fans to the rafters in the barn. Plug them into a 6-way that you can turn the on and off with the 6-way. Fill the tables with garlic, onions, potatoes- raise them up to the roof and turn your fans on low.

[@heleneminger]

We have to till at least to get started because we are dealing with horrible weed infested compacted soil bur our ultimate goal is to build up the soul and ground to a point of being no till. Your family is a joy to watch, I admit I am a huge fan of Meg because she obviously embraces her motherhood and is a wonderful life partner for Ben.

[@hopemorrison2367]

But my goodness sister has grown to be such a joy she is so smart and helpful right by dad side on the buggy love her to pieces

[@truckinut20]

Yes we miss videos of our favorite farmer and family but absolutely right family comes first... Take your time and enjoy that baby and the rest of your crew... 😉

[@serenityhillhomestead5392]

Last night I watched a video of Buggie as a baby in a carrier on Meg's back. Look at that amazing little girl now!

[@cinnysangel]

You are not alone with the sad garden year. Mine is very small but it has grown since our first year 4yrs ago. This year when we have 85% of our garden built birds pulled all of my pepper plants but two. My onions quickly croaked and to add insult to injury a week ago a branch fell onto my garden during a storm. I call it a branch some might call this 20ft branch an entire tree. Wiped out most of my slicing tomatoes, killed my celery and we still don’t have all of it cleaned up since it’s 100* with humidity that could kill me. Thank the Lord I can cook, and there are local farmers. It’s sad not being able to say this “is ours” at the dinner table so you go on tell us each and everything you worked to produce on your farm and we will be glad for you and know the joy those words bring!

[@jerrybrady9103]

Buggy switched up places at the supper table, she is so cute. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@hopemccullough7781]

I have missed you guys ❤

[@kimmahu6868]

It was nice to see Ben doing buggy’s hair