Don't say that! Q&A (Bad break ups, what does Tom do?? & other funny stories!)

In this Q&A we covered EVERYTHING!!! Do we still sell real estate? What does Tom DO? What projects are coming up next? Are we debt free? Do we do KZbin full time? Our love story, why we don't have more kids, why is Tom getting rid of EVERYTHING!?!! It was alot of fun!! THANK YOU for your questions and for hanging out with us-- WE LOVE YOU!!!
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[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much for watching, we had so much fun!! There were quite a few questions about how to get more help decluttering and how to get in touch with us with more specific questions. Our private membership group is designed for this! It will be opening again in a week and a half and you can reserve your spot now by following this link (please note, there is a monthly fee associated with the group but you can quit at any time!!) www.ithinkwecouldbefriends.com/2019/09/29/minimal-mom-private-group/ Thank you again for your support, it means the world to us!!! - Dawn & Tom

[@kirstyfitchett7927]

Hi Dawn I can’t access the Facebook group waiting list form

[@TheMinimalMom]

@@kirstyfitchett7927 It should be fixed now!!! :) So sorry about that!!

[@susieadams1553]

Hi what is Toms channel called please ?

[@debbitaylor77]

@@susieadams1553 Rusty Judgement

[@susieadams1553]

@@debbitaylor77 Thankyou will look it up 😄

[@lisalife7994]

I love that Dawn chose not to reveal which of her kids was not happy with homeschooling to protect their privacy. Good job Mom!

[@ashleyparker1481]

Ever watch KZbin and wish you could be friends in real life? That's me everytime I watch your channel. I love watching you guys. I admire your marriage/communication. I know it's not perfect, you are people. But I admire how much Tom embraces your dreams and you just laugh and go with the flow when things don't go right on his projects. I found gather round this year too and had not pulled the trigger, but this may be the kick I needed.... I love watching you guys!

[@janetgrigoratos9318]

I just freaking love you Dawn! I hope that doesn't sound weird, but learning from you has absolutely changed my whole life!!! I feel like I can handle my responsibilities at home and i dont feel like 1 step forward 2 steps back, like I did my whole parenting for the last 12 years. Thankyou so much!!

[@Julie-rc7wl]

I'll let more of the advertisements play through now that I know you get a monetary benefit! Thanks for all you do, Dawn and Tom!

[@marge3863]

Since getting rid of Facebook and Instagram I have stopped over spending, stopped over eating, getting more sleep and soul feels way more healed. Best thing I ever did.

[@bluesouthpaw6326]

It's literally no good for you or your health. It causes mental health issues with people. I know one specifically. Also facebook is hackable and not safe to use now. So you're better off just using Google when you have a question. I never had an instagram but i remember when that came out. I'm actually very young but i don't see what everyone gets from all that crap. Idk about you but i have way more productive things to do than to sit on facebook on my phone. I also have 3 very little ones so time with them is more entertaining.

[@marge3863]

@@bluesouthpaw6326 Completely agree. I just wish people/groups/events wouldn't make it their only way of advertising. I miss out on a lot!

[@HomeschoolCasaVillareal]

I wish I could do that. But I have a business and most of my money comes from social media bookings:(

[@marge3863]

@@HomeschoolCasaVillareal I have heard that very thing from a lot of small businesses.

[@findingaway5512]

Tom reminds me of my husband. Doesn't like people but people would never know that because he is hilarious and charming and fun when he is around them. I love Dawn's positivity. I am glad she is up beat in real life too. ☺️

[@Cwazy4heaven]

Tom is an introvert because he recharges by being away from people. The fact that he says people drain him clearly shows he’s an introvert. 😂 People think outgoing people are extroverts, but really it has more to do with how you get recharged. Extroverts recharge by being around people and introverts recharge by being alone. People always think I’m an extrovert, but I’m a total introvert. 😂

[@MySomethingBeautifulLife]

My dad is the same way. He can make friends everywhere he goes, but then when he gets out of public situations he just has to be alone for awhile to unwind. I'm similar in that I need alone time after being with people. And I have moments where I can be outgoing (like with friends), but mostly I'm socially awkward. Haha. I think my dad is just an introvert. But I'm an introvert and shy. It's an interesting balance.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Good point! I would actually say that Tom gets energized by people and needs to be around them or he gets in a funk! :)

[@TheEllaTB]

Exactly. Everybody thinks I'm an extrovert because I talk a lot, but I recharge being alone

[@patriciacole8773]

Have you all taken the free 16 personalities test on google? It’s really an eye opener ❣️ And it’s fun.

[@CalmCottage5]

@@TheEllaTB same here!

[@shadegarden7375]

Dawn and Tom, you each have different talents to offer. You both are encouragers, funny, and great parents! When married, you work out God’s Grace, love and forgiveness more than in any other relationship. Praying for you guys! We are working on 39 yrs right now🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@silentviewer]

I love how real you guys are...and all those funny stories, yet challenging, you guys went through, it is encouraging.

[@VMayB]

I agree with Tom. Some campers are too friendly. I didn’t come camping to meet new people. 😂👀

[@VeryGreenly]

It is my understanding that campers tend to watch out for each other.

[@davidmitchell1304]

I have homeschooled for 20 years. I have someone cry on the first day every year. Twenty years running. Don't be sad about reluctant kids.

[@bu2ful119]

They cry because it hurts to grow. They'll be ok. My kids ask God to help when they struggle.

[@jessicamatheny304]

We are in year 10. Every year has one that stretches and grows the most. They tend to be the more miserable throughout the year, but they come out the most victorious.

[@marycontryman5496]

I am much older than you and I became somewhat of a minimalist when I had to clean out my parents’ house. We had to get a dumpster because there were over a hundred plastic butter containers. So much time to throw all of that away. My mother also saved her styrofoam coffee cups...more than a hundred! I came home and went through every room and threw stuff away. My husband was quickly on board when he saw all the space. You are on the right track.

[@licoreen]

I wish Dawn had started her channel ten years ago, when I helped clean out my grandparents' house. So many items, and I kept a lot more of it than I really should have.

[@Sandy56ism]

One thing we have to remember is that the older generation may have lived through the depression. Their motto was waste not, want not. Money was scarce and supplies were limited. My mom told me that her mother used to wash and save her aluminum foil. My mom did the same with ziplock bags. I just found that yucky. I agree that a hundred plastic butter containers is a bit much, but they were the original recyclers and found it hard to throw away anything that was still usable. One thing I do with my containers like that is take them to our church's kitchen. Sometimes they're needed to send leftover potluck food home with people.

[@evergrowing23]

Yay!!!! The excursion didn’t break down!!! And the camper worked!! I’m so happy for you!!!

[@rachelchaffe3731]

Laughed out loud when Tom said that the campers were ‘a little too friendly’. Love his sense of humour!

[@Soo_Blessed]

Dawn your laugh is so contagious don't ever change a thing you guys

[@lauralazar4514]

I love that you’re so frugal Dawn… I’m always the one who wants to lower the temperature to 66 in the winter time and my husband loves it at 70. Drives me nuts and I always tell him to put on more clothes. Love listening to you guys and keep the videos coming you’re such a great inspiration and entertaining

[@dianekeller3720]

We have been the family that didn’t see Dad because he was working all the time so I was a ‘single’ mom while the kids were young. It was not fun for any of us! Glad to have it behind us! Congrats to you both of you to be moving beyond it. Creating other avenues of income seems to have been successful for you! Enjoy all I am learning from you and Tom. I am a ‘wish I was a diy-er’ so am amazed at all you accomplish.

[@sherunswithscissors]

As well as turning off the media kids want to spend time with you. My dad worked long hours and my mom had 6 of us to look after but spending time with us was always a priority. When my dad or mom were doing something we always got to help - even if this slowed things down. I know one board in our barn had 4000 nails hammered into it because my dad would just sit us down when we were little with a hammer and a bucket of nails. All of us (boys and girls) know about building and gardening and cooking. My brothers are great cooks and one of them is now canning loads of stuff with their kids. Thanks for this - love you guys. Even though I don’t share your faith, I still enjoy watching you and Diana, and our values are the same.

[@CampHorton]

Such sweet memories and such good reminders for us parents! Thank you for sharing!

[@timvandermey4792]

⬆⬆⬆ all of this parenting advice! ❤

[@ellenwright7482]

Tom, you’re awesome! Thanks for your sense of humor!

[@dianetintle8970]

I just found you about two weeks ago and love what you do and how you bring your faith into it. Well done!! You inspired me to clean out my attic! Doing it right now. I too have a bottom drawer fridge that I didn’t know how to organize. So, I bought a few larger bins and stack them on top of each other in the drawer. One bin holds meats, the one on top holds something else. Once you figure out a system for yours, could be an idea for another segment! We aren’t the only ones with this problem.

[@PetraColsby]

I totally get Tom's "love-hate" relationship with people

[@licoreen]

An introvert is energized by solitude and drained by people. An extrovert is energized by people and drained by solitude. But some of us are kind of both... we are so energized by people that afterwards we feel drained and need some solitude. :)

[@livinwiththeedges8283]

Me too!

[@minini5571]

You two have the best smiles!😎

[@conniefeltman3189]

Didn’t catch it live but I really enjoyed it! I had my plugs ... or whatever you call them ... and my husband heard me laughing and he said what are you watching? Oh ... the girl that talked you into throwing everything away? Tell her I clean the garage and through a lot away ... she proud of me? lol He and my son really did on Saturday so we could put both cars in the garage. And they took it the front of the house and before we knew it ... bye bye ... like Tom says it! 😂

[@Pocahontas502]

My husband says the same thing about Dawn. 🤣😂"The one that tells you to throw everything away"🤣😂 But I gotta say he does feel peace when he comes home to a clean house!🤷‍♀️😊

[@allisonmiller3148]

That’s amazing. I’m still working on getting my husband on board with me, but he’s very resistant and I won’t push him before he’s ready. Hopefully soon I can say he cleaned out the garage too and that he’s joined me in trying to declutter the house 😅

[@thetaxladies5615]

I’m trying not to giggle in bed because I’ll wake up my husband.

[@vickiemarker9052]

Enjoyed your Q and A. Love your channel! Tom your projects always get done in a timely manner. My husband and I bought a small wooded lot and built a log cabin. It took us 10 years to complete!!! We laid all the logs ourselves but hired the roof to be done by a contractor. Quite the experience! Love living here now but not sure we would tackle it again knowing what we know now. My husband is still working on my upper kitchen cabinets. My husband does beautiful work so I have been willing to be patient. We both worked full time while building. But I really do love living our log home. So I truly enjoy viewing your journey together and seeing your family grow. Love Sundays with Diana and Dawn. I appreciate your sharing your faith. I am a Christian also. Your reaching those that may never enter a church. Always, thanks for sharing your lives with all of us.😘

[@linda8485]

Dawn you have the best laugh ever! It actually heals my soul...The camper floor looks great!

[@kaymurray8010]

Truth! Every time she laughs, I smile 😃 !

[@eloisetravelcounsellor]

My husband and I just watched this together and we laughed so much, you guys are hilarious! And Tom, I’m totally with you on the ‘someone could slash this and take our kids’ - doesn’t everyone think like this?! 😁 safety first buddy! Hehe have a great weekend guys x

[@susanbaldwin4478]

I absolutely love the two of you. You are so cute together! Glad to hear all this information on your family etc

[@cheriek3872]

Ok I’m totally with Tom on the tent part of the trailer. My friend and I were camping with my family, they were in the motor home and we thought it would be fun to sleep in a tent. At about 10pm a man tried to get into our tent!! It was terrifying and I’ve never slept in a tent since.

[@tangelajackson8606]

My husband and i enjoy both of your channels. Love the Q & A- you guys are so funny.

[@jillygirl2024]

I Laughed out loud @ Tom's " we tell them to go pee outside!" Dawn" Everyone is so friendly camping." Tom, " Too friendly."

[@mangosplashes]

The Difference a Year Can Make would be an awesome book! Can you do a vid on it maybe??

[@Mommang]

I’m a regular here at your channel and often recommend you guys! Thanks!! Just as an FYI, we “Mormons” (a nickname given to us many years ago because of The Book of Mormon) are actually members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and are also Christians. BTW, I always watch your Sunday devotional and really appreciate what you and your sister have to say and love your sweet testimonies! Thanks again for your channel and the messages you share!

[@elissafenton67]

Yes! Thank you so much for clarifying this. I felt so uncomfortable when Dawn inadvertently implied that Latter-Day Saints are not Christians. We are Christians. Everything we do and believe centers around our Savior Jesus Christ. That's one of the reasons why I have loved Dawn's content so much - her uplifting and faith-filled approach resonates with me completely. Keep up the wonderful work, Dawn, Tom, and Diana❤😊.

[@trishaerickson5177]

Yes, thank you for clarifying and hopefully Dawn sees these comments.

[@faithlikecaleb]

I wondered about your dog too! I've never seen him but somehow I thought I saw one. you guys are farmer's so your digs stay outside. We city folk 😅 keep our puppies inside (and some even sleep with their dogs) (not me!) But dog stuff tends to creep up on me (like the kids things used to) . Also, I vote turning your basement into a skating rink (when growing up, we had a basement like yours and we loved skating down there!) Blessings to you and your sweet family😘

[@randaray24]

Same. I’m guessing they have a pretty large “Mormon” following. I for one adore Dawn and Tom and their philosophy of life and love the devotionals with Diana.

[@kristinloveschultz1196]

Angie said it so beautifully, thank you. I am a "Mormon", also known as a member of The Church of JESUS CHRIST of Latter day Saints." I believe in Jesus Christ! I strive to learn of and follow His teachings in both the Bible and The Book of Mormon. I, too, love this channel and love when you both chat about religious beliefs. I appreciate Diana's devotionals. I appreciate her sincere spirit filled prayers. This is such an inspiring and uplifting channel all around. Thanks so much Dawn, Diana, Tom, and everyone else!

[@tonyabarnette7812]

I love how positive you guys are. It’s always fun (and informative) to watch your videos. 😄

[@jillygirl2024]

WOW if you guys can make a living off KZbin and a part time job you guys AND out of Consumer Debt , you guys are doing great !

[@mjcarr2011]

We are using gather round this year and loving it. It is our 5th year homeschooling and 1st with gather round. It has changed our homeschool. There is less fighting doing school and they remember more and our days go so much smoother!

[@klcpca]

Tom cracks me up!!! You guys are awesome together!! Your "Squirrel" comment had me laughing out loud... which isn't good when you're working nights as a private duty nurse and you client is sleeping!!!!

[@marieallgyer9194]

We did Dave Ramsey and got out of Debt !!Such an awesome feeling to be able to give !and still live simply -stuff does not make us happy!!

[@patriciacole8773]

Thanks for the longer q & a. I’m new here. I’ve watched about five times. You have no idea how much your example is necessary for folks without healthy relationships.

[@lauramccollum5686]

Your simplified living makes so much sense! I am starting my journey thanks to you!

[@shalom6380]

We purchased a 1900 large home that we are remodeling and the fact that my husband and I do not share the same views makes it so exciting. So comforting to see you two work through the differences as well.

[@juliewright1895]

That was great! Thanks for answering our questions and sharing with us! You two are a kick!

[@joannaizabelabienias]

"Let's talk more about Diana and Tom. Let's not!" 😂

[@lisarutherford369]

Right?!? So funny!! From an outsider's point of view, it seems like you all ended up with the people you were meant to be with.

[@joannaizabelabienias]

@@lisarutherford369 I couldn't agree more. Diana and Tom was something that happened almost 20 years ago and people have moved on and somehow, viewers like to go back to that.

[@luciegallagher2710]

You two are so great together. Such a fantastic video. You make it all look so easy but I guess that’s because you complement each other so well. A proper team! 💕

[@jennylhenry78]

I caught the last 40 minutes and coming back to watch the first 20. I got goose bumps the moment you said you're using Gather 'Round curriculum. I tried her very first unit but went back to what we usually used. Just today, I decided that what we were using isn't working for us and spent the day taking a second look at it. I think you've helped confirmed that I want to go all in with it!

[@DebbyeCannon]

Jenny Henry less is more in homeschooling too!

[@cjs1440]

filing tip - new in/old out - i have decided on a time frame of bills I am going to keep on hand - so when a new bill comes in, I file it and shred the oldest - so I never have more than the limit I have set for myself.

[@maungl]

You two are SO cute together. If we met on the street, I'd wanna be in your circle.😉😁 Your videos really bring me joy, with gentle, tough love when I need it.☺️

[@momforever3924]

It is so easy to follow you up even for an hour...great company while doing my night chores! You guys are awesome. God bless you ❣

[@guillerminastover4261]

Thank you for your advice on how to get your children to help with chores. You are so correct! It is NEVER too late...and on the other hand, it is NEVER too early to start them helping. Thank you, Dawn, for your words and your encouragement. We parents hold the reins, and we have to remember that being a responsible parent is the FIRST order of business in a family.

[@CookiesAndCosmos]

This summer my goal was to get rid of half of our stuff. We went through most of the house and reached my goal! I couldn't have done it without Dawn's ideas and my daughter's help. If someone is struggling with decluttering, they should try Dawn's group. I always think that it's cheaper than a mental hospital ;) (I'm half joking and half serious. We all need help. The price would be worth the help!)

[@RobinLaneLowe]

THIS WAS AWESOME....just 💘 love you guys. Thanks for bringing such sunshine and Christian values to this platform.

[@suzanne37923]

Home schooling is amazing! Everyday is an opportunity to learn and education is not the filling of a bucket but the lighting of a fire. Our goal was to teach our kids how to learn and you all seem to already do a great job of that!

[@carrienishikawa1465]

I just love these videos! You both are just so transparent and fun! You are a blessing to me!

[@ilanabailey9402]

I’m so glad you found Gather Round homeschool! It really has been a game changer for us and we are loving it! I know you will too! If you could share, at some point, what you’re doing for math, that’s be great. I CANNOT pick a math curriculum! 😩

[@ladykatietx]

I followed your videos and simplified my house these last couple of months and it has been nothing short of life-changing! And it wasn't just physical stuff that left, but all the expectations of myself and burdens attached to those items went as well! That's where I think the lighter feeling comes from 😊

[@earlychildhoodteacher6716]

Thank you Dawn and Tom for all your suggestions and sharing with us your knowledge. They have help me a lot. Thanks again Berta

[@cosmickate4947]

Lovely couple, authentic...nice to see less polished and natural.

[@CookiesAndCosmos]

You two are AWESOME!!! I love you guys! I love your personalities, sense of humor, your work ethic, your focus on family and raising your children, how you see the hand of God in your life and I love you two together! I love what you said you like best about each other. (I would LOVE Dawn to do a video about seeing the bright side of things! Now, or any time, is a good time to hear how you do that =) I love how you say when certain systems don't work for you (I relate to you on those, Dawn). Watching this is like visiting with friends. I sat through the whole thing with a smile on my face and laughed out loud several times. Thanks for a fun visit!

[@livinwiththeedges8283]

I Love how hard Tom worked and his desire to have you on your dream farm.

[@deborahroper3694]

Oh my goodness Tom, congratulations you were able to do all of that. I’m so glad you guys ended up where you’re at.🏡

[@conniesoares157]

Was so much fun watching your “live” time. I was not home at the time it was on...I was helping a friend get packed and ready to move into a home and to see the benefits of downsizing. 🤗👍

[@NdnUrbanCat]

You're awesome.

[@loridecarlo2015]

Dawn- your laugh is is great!

[@leahgenheimer9008]

I love that you are using Gather Round! We have been homeschooling for 5 years and made the switch to Gather Round in January. We love it and it makes schooling multiple children very easy.

[@teresacherka1378]

I agree with Tom, I like a fully enclosed camper.

[@agmamamouse4763]

We took DR's FPU about 14 years ago. We are debt free and have paid off everything , including our home and vehicles. We are paying cash for our three children's college expenses. It has not been easy, but we have been rewarded in so many ways. Thank you for the constant encouragement !

[@dannhorne9782]

Really wanted to hear the end of that Diana story!!

[@amydanielson9252]

Oh, my goodness! “Tom really doesn’t like people...” I just found your channel...LOVE IT...feel like I’m listening to one of my sisters...then I watched some videos with you and your husband ... and I laughed out loud when you said that Tom really doesn’t like people because my husband is the same way! I also chuckled when you described the tray on the top of your fridge and using black garbage bags to throw things away. I find myself doing the same things for similar reasons. Thanks for sharing your videos. I love the idea of being a minimalist and was inspired to declutter my kitchen after watching a few. Hope you and your family are well and enjoying the holidays! From a fellow Minnesotan☺️

[@shrzimshrzim1375]

Thanks for being real. Also we have geothermal. Keep in mind it is a cold heat. The same temperature with a wood stove, feels much warmer.

[@dougc3553]

Thank you so much for mentioning Gather 'Round Homeschool curriculum. We never would have been introduced to it otherwise. We're Homeschooling for the first time this year and after checking it out online decided to adopt it as out curriculum this year. We really enjoy your channel and look forward to see how you implement Minimalist Homeschooling.

[@sandygraetz5166]

I hear you about being nervous about what Tom would say for the next 60 minutes! You can just see the devilment in Tom’s eyes and smile and face as you started!

[@bonniemothorn8390]

I homeschooled for a few years. I love the concept and truly believe it is good, especially in today's crazy culture. I wish I had stuck with it. I did not have support and actually had grandparents undermining my efforts which made it nearly impossible - I regret caving into that.

[@SouthernMama2five]

I am so sorry I missed the live. The first week of Online school is taking more of my time than I assumed... So glad to catch the replay 😊

[@juliegage6322]

Great time watching. Had a smile on my face the whole time!!?

[@lynnb1226]

Great live! I watched it on replay, and thoroughly enjoyed it, as I do all your videos.

[@jenniferbtoo9344]

We did our own geothermal system 2 years ago. It’s wonderful. We went through a company in Kentucky and got the system for a fraction of the cost. Ingrams Water and Air Equipment. Great customer service. It was a lot of work but for the money we saved, it was worth it. My husband (an electrical engineer) also bought the book: “Ground Source Heat Pump Residential and Light Commercial Design and Installation Guide”. He has even helped a friend figure out what he needed for his system.

[@tinamichel5799]

You two are so much fun to watch. I love to camp but husband did not so i recently sold my 1966 Shasta vintage camper. We totally rebuilt it, I cried for 2 days but it was just sitting. So now another is really enjoying it, i named it Timber. I have been slowly down sizing kitchen & bathroom, after finding your videos

[@pamboatwright8281]

Poor Tom, he was disciplined right at the first of the video! lolol We love you, Tom!!!

[@patkern185]

Loved the video and can't wait to hear about the trip and see more of the camper. When Tom talked about sleepless nights over the big mortgage when you were buying your house it took me back 30 years. We agreed to buy our next house before our current house sold. 😟 He didn't tell me until much later but he was so worried we would have 2 mortgages that he took the dog for a walk after dinner every night and throw up in s different neighbor's bushes! Fortunately we sold our house just before closing on the next one. Whew!! 😄

[@Soo_Blessed]

How lucky you are to have a husband that loves you enough the throw up in the bushes

[@patkern185]

@@Soo_Blessed yes..I'm Blessed. 😄

[@93kimodaat]

Oh wow! So, you gave me a great idea! I'm gonna start a channel to help my husband complete all of his projects! Wahoo. Another fantastic tip. Thanks Dawn!

[@brendawheeler2237]

You need to reach our to Rachael Cruz! (Dave Ramsey's daughter) she has had shows about minimalism and encourages minimalism and you would be a perfect fit as a guest / expert

[@jessicagerdes8741]

YES!!

[@TheEllaTB]

Oooo yeah! I'd love to see you two together!

[@thetaxladies5615]

Oooh! I love Dave Ramsey - also a straight talker.

[@jenfaithwhite]

I just moved (retired) - still unpacking - your programs are giving me excellent hints as to how to declutter as I unpack! Thanks so much!

[@miles_and_liam_strictly]

I missed the live version but will you please do a video on minimizing photos? This is a sticking point (on top of other childhood mementos and gifts) in my minimal journey! Thanks🙏🏻

[@ashleighwilliams1729]

Hi Andrea, Dawn did a couple videos on these topics. The titles of them might include the word sentimental.

[@DebbyeCannon]

Andrea Kurilla at the beginning of Covid I ordered 12-13 matching albums. I’ve had this frog so long he’s more like a dragon/sea monster.since our family was active duty for 20+ years I’ve divided pictures by duty station. So far I’m just removing dude and duplicates. Ideally I’d love to have them all in chronological order, but now that I’ve started that’s a lower priority. I may just leave them helter-Skelter and put my time and effort into writing stories about some favorites or meaningful high points.

[@annyg1757]

@@DebbyeCannon that is a good idea with the photos.....writing little stories instead of worrying about chronological order. So glad I read your comment.🙂. Thank you.

[@jenn1eharr1s10]

Thank you so much Dawn and Tom for sharing your lives with us. During the current pandemic I’ve had time to really declutter and it has really made such a difference to mine and my families lives. Please continue with your journey online, we really appreciate your honestly X

[@lisarutherford369]

I'm totally with Dawn on the house temp!! That made me laugh!! Sounds heavenly. I was told not to set the AC at less than 65 so I've settled at 66 almost year round. Occasionally I bump it up to take the chill out in the dead of our Minnesota winters but not often. 🥶❄☃️ I didn't get to watch live, but it was definitely a nice hour to relax after work tonight so thanks for that! Hoping to get into the private group and looking forward to You Tube info.

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

Be happy you missed the 10-26" of snow Monday night that caused the power to go out for 17 hours. We were really glad for it, though, because it helped dampen or put out lots of fires that have been raging in the mountains.

[@Loy1950]

I smile more through your couples videos than anyone’s. Tom says the FUNNIEST things!

[@janetgrigoratos9318]

Omg, my husband has TOTALLY come around with keeping the sink clean, and kitchen etc.... Hes seen how much Ive tried to keep things cleàr, and now hes actually doing it and copying me!!!

[@DebbyeCannon]

Janet G yea for you both!

[@Soo_Blessed]

YES !!

[@revdeci4086]

Y'all should do q&a videos regularly. Love the spontaneous chat even though it makes you nervous, Dawn. 🤣

[@familycarr398]

I wish I had caught the live! So close. This week of online academy kicked mu bootie. I have the same homeschool curriculum (month 1) ready to go just in case (Dh wanted to try online before going to homeschool). We have 4 same ages as yours and I imagine being able to do just that - learn then do/see/experience. I think same thing. This is why I haven't taken my kids camping even though we got an amazing tent. I totally imagine all those horrors. This video is a treat after a rough week. Thanks for the joy it brought this tired mom.

[@catrinarich3711]

I don't usually enjoy watching long videos but I finally watched this one and had a great time watching your Q&A. You two are a ray of sunshine and so funny.

[@myhomeremedies]

Can you do a video on balancing minimalism with frugality and saving money? Our family has moved a lot, which pretty much forces minimalism, but I feel that over the years, there are many things I have had to rebuy because I got rid of them, or there have been things I hung on to and used a few years later and having that item actually DID save us money. I've been on a mission to save money and build up savings (and our oldest will be going to college in Jan) and for us, all those little purchases do make a significant financial difference. I feel like we are naturally pretty minimal and don't buy a lot of stuff and I hate clutter, so have no problem getting rid of kids toys and things like that, but there are also lots of things that I DO end up using again or needing to re-buy (sometimes even two or more years later) and I feel like those purchases do add up. As an example, I have 5 kids, so as I was having kids, I felt like I moved through wardrobes from early pregnancy to late pregnancy to postpartum to breastfeeding, to longer term breastfeeding to weaning, back to pregnancy, etc and my body was always changing and different clothes would work at different stages. Having clothing stored away that used to fit and I liked and felt good in at that stage in life, that I could pull out again when I was in that stage again, did save money and time.

[@ChelleStamps]

We bought a gel/memory foam RV mattress on Amazon for $379 for our camp trailer, and we love it. It was from DynastyMattress. We loved it so much that we got one for our king size bed at home. No regrets.

[@katjo0812]

I appreciate all your tip and tricks! Really love your laugh Dawn, makes me smile! Working on the bedroom declutter and finishing the laundry room floor and painting the walls, indoor winter projects. I am your neighbor just to the north, along the Mississippi😁Rivertown Days 3rd week of July..hopefully not yo be cancelled this year!

[@jennytaylor3409]

You guys are so fun! I am such a fan. I just wanted to make sure you know that Mormons are Christians also. Haha I am a mormon and your Sunday videos with Diana are my favorite. Always go right along with what I believe. Every week you guys nail it for exactly what I need. It's like frosting on the cake. I get my cake at my lovely Church and then the frosting from you and your sister. So thank you.

[@susanlangguth955]

Mormons NOT Christians

[@jennytaylor3409]

@@susanlangguth955 I am a Mormon. We absolutely believe in Jesus Christ. He is our center, our foundation, our everything.

[@jennytaylor3409]

@@susanlangguth955 To be a Christian means you believe in Jesus Christ. ♡ Many different religions are Christians.

[@plantsoverpills1643]

I’m with you Dawn....don’t like the French door fridge; the lower untidy freezer and the stainless steel. But they’re the only fridge that has split shelves instead of bench shelves which I hate even more. Like your hubby, mine likes the higher fridge. An Australian couple who camped in a similar pull out camper had their infant dragged out of it in the night by a dingo. So....Tom has a good instinct about that set up. ( thankfully, the infant was rescued and survived) Our dogs were all outdoor pets and they preferred it. Wondered if there was Danish in Tom’s family?

[@lisapitts9518]

You 2 are so sweet! Great video. I am doing my best to become a minimalist. We are planning to downsize within the next 2 years. Now I have to get him on board.

[@lisaschreiber2893]

OMG!! you guys are absolutely hilarious on live streams.

[@amyh1045]

Dawn! I am with you on the drawer fridge. Why are they so popular? It’s awful to keep track of what in there 😂

[@pamelaroberts1611]

I think putting items in Marie Kondo style-vertically- would work best.

[@annfarrell6479]

Oh my gosh, this was great! Thank you for sharing with us. 😊

[@anitabarnthson7510]

Tom is the best. I love it when he is on.