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[@jamesbockenstette4332]

Jade is a reluctant star of the show. Quiet, reserved, and always ready to prank.

[@philgee7249]

👍😂

[@dmg4415]

Cutest wood thief ever?

[@phillipcollins9290]

And really beautiful.

[@jamesbockenstette4332]

@@phillipcollins9290 Naturally beautiful.

[@coronalight77]

​@@phillipcollins9290 and young. Don't forget the age pedo.

[@dieterkoch6563]

I asked my Dad if I should pickup the pickaxes and sledgehammers at the end of the day on our construction jobsite. He said no leave them-crooks do not steal things that require heavy labor.

[@Goalsplus]

Cleaning gear is also left alone. It tells you what sort of people they really are.

[@davidblank9043]

Beautiful!!!

[@bastiaoemmiami]

My brother-in-law steals tools and anything else that's easy for him to get... He doesn't need to, but he likes to take advantage of others.

[@Goalsplus]

@Fantomas 60's poor guy. Self esteem is a much better feeling.

[@aaronsterlind6334]

@@bastiaoemmiami You should take your brother in law behind the wood shed and teach him a lesson he won't forget.

[@tlangton]

My family owns a summer business in Wisconsin that uses an honor system when we aren’t there. It’s a golf ball driving range with a disc golf course. We leave baskets of balls out (and clubs!) and people slip envelopes with their money thru the door slot. We find that 99% of people are honest so everything works fine. Many people take pride in being honest so I see why it works.

[@akirk1573]

Oh, Jade ! It's the ones you never expect.

[@ronpeer7975]

AHAHAha thanks for the daily laugh ladies. Kinda cute watching Jade sneak up and steal the 2x 10.

[@jakepekarik7772]

Jade stole the video, great to see her in action with a smile. Its a tough business for sure and your family makes it work. Thanks for sharing and God bless you.💥👍

[@darkiee69]

Cutest little woodnapper ever. 😎

[@JT_70]

Your parents instilled great values, work ethics and sense of humor in you girls. In our part of the country, your inventory would be wiped out in a single night. I’ve heard of builders having the lumber stolen off their residential job sites. I do a lot of volunteer work for HfH. We’ve had the wiring and copper plumbing ripped out of the walls (on Christmas Day!) and the walls destroyed in the process. We pack up all the power tools each afternoon but don’t worry about small tools, ladders, anything heavy, etc. as they don’t sell quickly or bring the thief enough cash if he sells them. We now have multiple cameras and warning signs on each job site.

[@jbdragon3295]

Ya, if they had a Homeless problem here, that wood would all be gone so they could build their shacks. Plus all the other entitled people. They haven't infested your area yet. So still a really nice area. Generally is it much better out in the country areas. People are still honest.

[@maidstoneplantfarm8079]

I have been running a self-serve nursery for 38 years. In all that time, I only had one major theft. In response to that one theft, I installed cameras. I accept checks and in all those years only one bad check. Often people leave a little extra.

[@07negative56]

I love you nursery folk! Thank you for being a small business. You are valued.

[@PAPIKen0728]

You guys are quite the crew. Stellar family. Lots of honour.

[@jeffsiegwart]

It is nice to see such honesty.

[@jeffhenson1994]

Jade stealing that lumber had me rolling lol

[@kevinlum7688]

Really great that you use the honor system and that your customers and neighbors "honor" your trust in them. I remember moving from PA to NC and we lived by a local Feed and Seed store and I needed some straw for my newly planted lawn. They weren't open on Sunday so when I went in on Monday, they told me that if I'm in that situation again I could just take whatever I needed and then come settle up the next day. I was shocked. As you mentioned, I certainly felt a higher sense of responsibility to do right by the owners so always made sure I settled up first thing the next business day.

[@neilmatthews-zh4vl]

As a UK watcher I find it refreshing to see young people working hard for a living which is becoming a rear in these times good luck to you all in the future.

[@rexwoodall2179]

Em, it’s nice to hear that your community is pretty safe and honest, except of course for that pesky Jade! I will check out the merch so keep them coming! I enjoy your family business and thank you for sharing!

[@davidanalyst671]

you catching a thief while filming was why i watch this channel!!! hahahah

[@TheYeti308]

Great corralling of that outlaw . !

[@chrisbetter9806]

How completely awesome that you have a trustworthy clientele, says alot about your business and them👍

[@gordondavis8317]

My great grandfather Gordon..was a logger in Hudson Valley NY back in the day.i never got to meet him but was told he's a heck of a man❤❤

[@davedammitt7691]

It's great to live in a place where the 'honor system' works. Where I grew up (before everyone had cell phones), my parents never locked the back door of our house, or our detached garage. I once asked my dad why. "A neighbor might need to use the phone, or borrow a tool, or a little gasoline".

[@ssprofirewood]

That was a fun prank, Jade! Nice job with the video. It is nice to hear that you don't have theft.

[@larrygeran6964]

Yourself and Jade are so beautiful! It’s a joy to see you guys work as hard as you do. If you get somebody stealing from you I’m sure the boss man knows a good spot for then in the timber!

[@anthonyricard7458]

Ladies thanks for the fun video! I hope it remains a theft free area, others across the US aren't so lucky. Some people will literally rob you blind. Thanks once again, and I can't wait for my shirts to come. Have a wonderful evening! TTFN

[@KenBreon]

You a great. Thanks again for the comment.

[@dar4431]

Well, I sure wish I lived near your lumber yard. Hearing there's a community of decent honest people (except for a few) is nice to know. You guys are fabulous, keep it real.

[@ChainsawFPV]

I live in a "hill town" and theft is never a thought. Homes and cars are always unlocked, and everyone knows everyone. Could not imagine living any other way.

[@sooweeq123]

I love the way you annunciate your words. It's refreshing.

[@davidblank9043]

Enjoyed this immensely…shows what the Almighty expects us to rise to and are capable of, anything otherwise is inexcusable.❤

[@northwoodsguy1538]

Wish you folks were closer. 👍from Northeastern Wisconsin.

[@AquaPeet]

Loved the little burglar sketch :D

[@chrisw6337]

It’s like a small isolated town I once lived in, local radio station “there was a break in at a warehouse on Vine St last night but police report that nothing was taken”.

[@stevejohnstonbaugh9171]

I see your raised bed boxes in this video out by the highway. That's one of the nicest raised bed gardens I've ever seen and knowing the material it's made from - the longest lasting. You'll have to show them off when they're in bloom. Maybe tack it on to the video where you talked about how you sell the raised bed kit. Great product! 😊 I'm noticing that you are doing a great job of stickering your sawn lumber in the yard. VERY tidy! 😊How about an update on the kiln now that the sun is shining?

[@brianrobertson1211]

Even more admiration with the trustworthy community. It should come as no surprise given the rural area.

[@mikemorgan4726]

Great looking shirt I'm going to have to check it out! These days hard to trust anyone from stealing but you do what you can to stop em. Way to go Jade lol

[@brianoxford1093]

Speaking of theft, you girls have stolen an old Tasmania woodworkers heart. You are great and I always enjoy your videos. Brian Oxford

[@SqueakyWheelMakesNoise]

Funny video. Hopefully everyone stays honest and don't take more then they paid for. Glad to hear people over in your area are the more honest type.

[@bagoquarks]

It's nice to have a tight, handshake relationship with repeat customers. It streamlines everything.

[@richardsnyder7951]

Your customers my not steal from you but your family has stolen the hearts of your followers great family love you all.

[@user-ll4lf5go1m]

I have a local owned sand and gravel yard in my town. I have a deal with the owner in which I weigh the product and pay him when I have used 1000 or 2000 pounds of rock. [I was even told where the keys are for the front end loader]. Really handy for off hours needs. I am sure through the years I have paid him more than what I have used but worth it for the convenience.

[@kearnsey64]

That's really amazing! I would probably put in a little extra for being able to get material after hours.

[@RAYAR54]

Gotta love Jade, and the rest of the crew.

[@bobwollard9105]

Funny video! Emerald, you and Jade are so creative. I'm so glad that your locals are obviously a cut above the unfortunate "norm". After watching your father at work, I believe that the saying on your latest merch is right on the money.

[@KenBreon]

Thanks Bob for the comment. Have a good evening…Boss Man.

[@ohiowalnut]

Emerald's locals ARE the norm! Let's all of us remember that. Stealing and dis- honesty is way below normal and is not to be tolerated for one minute!

[@jamarie1972]

Lovely that you have an honesty box for the business Great video girls, we expect nothing less

[@tlangton]

Fun video. Jade only steals hearts.

[@jimgraham4673]

What a place to live ! I too live in a small town but our supply yards are no where near this trusting. High fences are the order of the day.

[@rockmack7343]

Well, you girls stole my heart! That is theft also. You are doing a great job, always informative and interesting. Keep it up.

[@stevenhartley7659]

The philosophy behind the pratice is very solid. Also, the part of the country the log yard is in is mostly self policed. Your neighbor watches your back as you eatch theirs because you each value the contribution the other makes to the whole community.

[@curlyyoder]

You are fortunate to live where you do! Worked in Billings MT we built full scribe log homes there. Locked up EVERYTHING! Cable around scaffold even! Dunno how many double padlock job boxes were destroyed all power tools stolen. An 8 ft bucket for the John Deere...stolen! Fire wood stolen. He put in a security system with an alarm in the demo building I stayed in working there. Some un-nerving nights walking the yard packed my 410 single shot with a hand full a shells 3 inch high brass #6 shot. Fortunatly never encountered any body wind would break contact on doors cause alarm to go off. I don't miss that part. It sucked! Had orders to smoke any body I found theiving in the yard. Am I liable for what happens to a trespass thief? Probably in todays world. Full choke 410 might create an owie! Keep up the great videos! We saw flats on house logs with a Hudson most times use a log scibe and a chain saw. You got some good tips on hear! Totally agree with your chain saw sharpening video!

[@nickvitagliano2744]

I love your work! Your talent, knowledge and sometimes funny presentations are going to take your family business to great heights! I admire your entrepreneurship.

[@ruk2023--]

I looked up where you guys were because the scenery is so nice and a fun but ultimately useless fact is that the town of Powys near you is also the name of the town in Wales (UK) where my grandparents lived and I spent a lot of time as a kid. Maybe fun was pushing it a bit.

[@patklemmensen1694]

nice to have honest folks in your area... in my part of the country, if it's not bolted down when you leave it, it will probably be gone inside of 8 hours if it's valuable...

[@HAPninKEN]

great company, keep it up.. you go GIRL

[@tomjohnson4922]

I drive by a bunch of garden shops that have their merch left out and have always wondered if things get stolen. Watching this, perhaps they don't.

[@Wowzersdude-k5c]

Thieves are more interested in what they can flip. Power tools and copper are huge targets and if you leave any copper around on a jobsite, it WILL be gone the next day. In fact, there was a story the other day about a guy who broke into a power substation to steal copper from it. He touched the wrong part and those high voltage transformers turned him into a fried fritter. A major Darwin award winner.

[@bobmiller9835]

That was good news I’m glad there is good people and have regained some of my faith in man kind.

[@godlessevilfeeling]

I am impressed that you don't get much theft, you must live in a very rural area in the US. Every place I have lived here, you would not even think of doing such a thing as you would be out of business within a year. Good for y'all.

[@johnvelas70]

I used to have a hat that said "Save a logger and eat an owl". But the bluebellies took it from me one day in town. It upset the flatlanders.

[@paulrambone6705]

Most people are honest, some are not. I live in Pa. and here in the hills, there are vegetable stands with the honor system. Most people pay their share.

[@rustyrobinson8027]

I'm honored by viewing your content

[@nelskrogh3238]

Never work in Portland (or most west coast cities). Good to hear that your area is full of better people.

[@jarelwallace1281]

You both made me laugh! Great video! Most folks are honest.

[@whousefilms]

I love the creativity in this video. It was definitely made me chuckle.

[@badcat4707]

Even before watching the video , the caption made me remember that internet meme poster - " Due to the high cost of Amo - thieves won't get a Warning Shot " 😹😹😸

[@dugganwoodworks]

Great you've got honest folk in your area.

[@countrywoodproducts]

Cameras do keep people more honest. Someone destroyed every bit of power equipment I had last November. Since installing wifi cameras with multiple backups things have been quiet around here.

[@isaiahshaffer]

We aren’t far from you and we have a self serve system on straw and corn, unless we need to load it with a skid steer! But it works well for us also

[@HowToWithCraig]

Jade's not a very scary looking lumber bandit. You guys are awesome!

[@richardsevack]

Well...here everything has to be nailed down! Its wonderful that you can do that and not have problems. Really great ! 🇨🇦👍😁

[@billmcdowell4826]

Wish I could give you all 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 everytime.

[@chadmoore9336]

Great video (a little humor was the icing on the cake)

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Honesty and Trust is amazing.

[@keithbennett5519]

lol oh Jade i love that part

[@benjaminmatte5225]

Real thieves, put one in their leg, Emerald, cool shirt, Jade, you’re grounded lol. Good vid yet again everyone

[@bcarr3116]

Definitely visible camera as many as possible. 👮‍♀️

[@flybywire5866]

An idea for a sign on the damaged door: An arrow pointing to the damage + "No body was found" 🤭 As for a T-Shirt: Dad has three beautiful girls and a matching chainsaw 😄

[@rollsroyce7325]

That's so funny, Good Job Ladies👸👸🏻👏👏👏👏👏👏🤣👌❤️❤️❤️❤️😍

[@nelsvantoor5159]

"Treat people as criminals and they'll surely become one" in reverse works as well, indeed. (most of the times...)

[@froter1]

That's awesome Sweetheart...that makes me happy 👍

[@brett76544]

Your in PA. you will have repeat contractors getting the wood, or farmers repairing barns or chicken coops and a few other things. Then on a farm here in PA it is always nice to have some hemlock or other boards stickered in one of the bays.

[@bobblack6816]

I am fascinated by that beautiful red hair!! Emerald is an a amazing young lady! Jade and Emerald are a super duo!!❤❤❤

[@nigelhall8179]

Hi gr8 been watching awhile love the merch good looking gear I'm a retired log truck driver in New Zealand love seen your show and company expand into differant parts to keep waste to a minimum keep it up

[@dennishinkle5010]

How do you sell stolen wood? It doesn't surprise me that theft is low. You live in a rural area and here where I am rural people are generally pretty honest. The firewood that was stolen was probably an act of desperation. Great video ladies thank you.👍♥️♥️

[@bartharris594]

Inspirational. I had no idea that was Jade taking the 3-finger discount out of the lumber stack. Just kidding. I wish we were closer to you, we would come over for some quarter-sawn hickory when in stock :) What a great message, raising the bar for the customer's ethics. The customers are also saving on the fact that you do not have to have a person dedicated to sales. You can just work :):):)

[@timbungarner3842]

Trust is big in my book, someone stealing from me actually hurt's

[@michaelmaker8169]

They think they get away with stealing but they're really hurting themselves. God knows, people won't trust them, they will not get anywhere and nobody will help them.😢

[@Torsee]

Great video! Good message!

[@stanleykeith6969]

Jade is a Reluctant one of the show, Quiet, reserved, and don't smile to often.🤣🤣🤣

[@tomtheplummer7322]

When I would go to Hugh M woods lumber yard pick and pull. All honestly done

[@dipstick5869]

Hopefully the honesty will last, as we are on a fast track to a Depression 🙏❤

[@paulc.4211]

Jade you stole the show as the villain! Thanks Emerald for the explanation of how the yard operates

[@KingDuumb]

I saw a sticker on a truck that said. Earth first we will log the other planets later.

[@charleswood2182]

I have a small software business. I do not copy protect my software and it would be fairly easy to get a copy for free. No one has stolen my software which effectively is out there in the open. So I am not surprised, but rather happy, to hear of your business' successful self-serve feature. I figured I could place faith in my customers. It proved out.

[@user-jj9ep9vx1t]

Hello jade too you and your family you all seem so very sweet and I luv to watch your videos my god bless you and your family for all the information and your funny little jokes you have a blessed life take care 😊

[@geraldblackburn4883]

Good that this can still take place in America.

[@gaiustacitus4242]

Your family operates its business in the customary way of mountain people who are truly part of a community. I have fond memories of such businesses from my youth, especially Byrum and Townsend Grocery. Amos "Old Man" Byrum would fill the orders taken by his wife Edith and then carry out delivery inside customers' homes, placing cold foods in the ice box and leaving the rest on the kitchen table. And note that when I say ice box, I mean that literally. People here in rural areas did not have electricity in their homes until I was a young man in the 1970's. Unfortunately, "progress" that brought outsider "city folk" from all over America also brought their bad ways with them. No longer was the community made up of families who'd lived alongside each other for 200+ years - families closely or distantly related. With change it became impossible for honest folk to run a business in such manner. Keenly pay attention to the ways of your family and customers, for in time you will treasure these memories more than any wealth you may accumulate. p..s. - I even have fond memories of using a horse-drawn wheeled plow to till many acres of land, though the blood and sweat I shed in the hot sun doing so left me unappreciative of the gift I was receiving at the time.

[@jefferypettit6439]

These gals are so well spoken and sweet!

[@johnsadler8637]

Cool shirt! Glad the cameras worked. I like your explanation of how the honor system affects the customers.

[@robv4053]

Dang it! Not only do you guys get my cash for your lumber and firewood, this old fart just bought "merch" because the sawdust/diesel shirt spoke to me... Great job ladies!

[@chipwhitely1490]

Awesome video, hey Jade makes black look good, as you do with red and green. Thanks for the video.

[@thomasaccuntius9946]

That is a good practice. I started working at a cabinet shop in 2010 located in a small town. One of the things I first noticed was the shop didnt have locks on the doors, so all our power tools ( routers , drills , sanders, ect. ) were out in the open. But the toilet paper was kept in a lcocked cabinet in a locked building. Nothing was ever taken.

[@daveseddon5227]

Well that was fun! 😊

[@peebee143]

I'm pleased that your locals are trustworthy. The last thing you need when running a business is tea leaves and ne'er-do-wells.

[@shadowcrusader2283]

PEACE! I wish good fortune.