Embracing Cozy Slow Days At Home In January

[@shorelife737]

I honestly love the bookcase better than the floating shelves. It looks beautiful.

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you ❤

[@PTX51]

When the little ones help I’m always extra happy. You’re a great mom nurturing your children in so many ways. God bless you and your family.❤❤❤

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you so much ❤

[@Valentina-L44]

@@thisgoldenhourDr Berg has many useful videos about gallstones and how to dissolve them🤗

[@PTX51]

@@thisgoldenhourI’m rewatching today. And wow, little William is becoming a little knockout! They’re all so precious.

[@amarachiamaoge]

So sorry to hear you were in the ER. Thank GOD for healing

[@thisgoldenhour]

So grateful to be feeling better❤

[@stanleypaytonlacey268]

Hands down best tip for fresh milled sourdough bread is mixing ingredients except salt, letting it rest covered for at least 30 min (ideally an hour), and then proceeding to knead. It revolutionzed my fully fresh milled sourdough. I get an excellent rise for a whole grain sourdough bread (never as high as all purpose granted). Happy milling!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thanks for the tip ❤

[@erinwilson7871]

Curious what type of grain you are milling? Transitioning my spelt/all purpose loaf to all fresh milled. Back to the learning curve. 😂 I have spelt, soft white, rye and just received hard white.

[@roxannesimpson5736]

Your cobbler looked delicious! The baby calves were so cute.

[@shunawestern9153]

Nice to see you, and so pleased you're feeling a little better, thank goodness. Your baby Moo's are gorgeous, and it's lovely that the kiddos can help. Your home is delightful, you keep it beautifully, see you next time, take care...🥰🇬🇧🐾🐾🏡❄️

[@dmkane978]

Stephanie, you are such a natural teacher. Your enthusiasm for new projects is exciting to watch. Thank you for making a bleak winter day feel warm and comfortable!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you for being here ❤

[@Gracefilledmomma]

I just have to say that I’m truly grateful to have found your channel a couple years ago. You are an inspiration and honest and you don’t sugar coat it but also don’t dwell in the hard parts. Thank you for your content, your transparency, and awesome recipes

[@rebekahschroeder7949]

Your videos are always so beautiful. I look forward to them. I’m sure there are plenty of comments on your poor gallbladder, but here is another one with hopes it could help. I had no idea where my gallbladder was or what it did…until it wasn’t doing what it was supposed to! After being doubled over in pain I looked up my symptoms and figured out what it was. Tried everything I knew to do to keep it, but ultimately had to have it removed when it had done all it could do for me. It seems to be a very common issue in white females around 40 years old, I found. Who knew? The ONE thing I found that could give me relief mid symptoms (pain), was a tincture called Breakstone. Using that I could get relief within a minute or two and could be symptom free for several more months. When my gallbladder finally was so packed with stones that nothing but surgery (my one and only surgery in all my life) would cure, then it was just ZERO fat, if I even ate at all. How you are managing whilst mothering 5 children, running a house, KZbin channel and all of your fabulous baking, I have no idea but I salute you! You are an incredible woman.

[@amandaprice1022]

I loved watching you plant those tiny seeds! I would love a whole video dedicated to how you start indoor seeds. I live in the southwest and most plants have to be started indoors. I have no idea what I’m doing! Lovely video as always

[@WhiteOakHollow]

Everything you do just turns to gold! Everything is just so beautiful! Look into dandyblend. Dandelion & milk thistle were game changers for me and dandyblend is a quick and pleasant way to get the dandelion benefits for gallbladder/stones. Just tons and tons of benefits.

[@catherinemayo3654]

I meant to reply last Monday when I saw your video and I have been busy. For your bread, if you're looking for a fluffier whole wheat bread, look into using a dough enhancer. I have been buying wheat and grinding it for years and I have good results with using a dough enhancer or substituting some of the flour in the recipe with 3/4 cup of flour from the store. Disclaimer: I don't make bread as much as I use to.

[@jennybeck2625]

Beautiful bookcases!! They look wonderful! Love the sage green color too 😍

[@Patti-vj5kv]

You should check out Dr Eric Bergs video on gallstones. He recommends bile salts. Also since gallbladder is on right side you should apply castor oil compresses on the gallbladder area..as castor oil penetrates the skin deeply and breaks up any lumps, bumps, stones etc. I hope this helps you. Many blessings!

[@GeorgeandSteph98]

Hi! I’m so sorry to hear you’ve not been feeling well. It’s very common for light skinned people, mostly women, to have gallbladder issues. My entire family has suffered with it and many of the women have had it removed. My older sister and I have had great success with taking the supplement glutathione. It’s a master antioxidant that helps the liver and thus the gallbladder. Maybe after some personal research it could assist you as well. I hope you feel better soon 😊

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you ❤

[@susan-almosta_farm8823]

You are such a beautiful soul! The way you talk to us and putting us at ease when we can't afford a grain mill or all the things. You always, always make me feel that it's okay and to just feed my family the healthiest I can and that's good enough. Eventually I'll get a grain mill. Have wanted one for about 3 years now, so it's on my list. Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you for making me feel like it's not the end of the world if I can't get a mill right this second. Some youtubers leave you feeling like you must do this or that or have this or that or you're not doing good enough. Also, I'm saying a prayer for that gall bladder. Hope it all heals quickly. Love you and God Bless

[@celticlassie]

Oh bless you, I hope you’re a feeling somewhat better now. I landed in the ER last year as well with a gallbladder attack. I toughed it out as much as I could until my husband said ok we need to get you to the ER now. I feel your pain. It’s awful.

[@carolcurtis4238]

You are so awesome your little cooker is so cute little guy playing the paino he must of thought he was doing something he wasn't surposed to the way he was laughing just a Happy baby smiling always like momma

[@carolcurtis4238]

Your hubby seems like a nice man. I love it your kids are always working on farm stuff.love you all

[@ceilihmcgrady4125]

My grandmother used to make blueberry crisp and it was my favorite ❤. She got the recipe from the old farmers almanac.

[@promises6414]

Would love to know more about the “Mountain Pies” you mentioned at the end! Love watching your sweet little helper in the kitchen with you😊

[@simplynourishingmeals]

I love watching your videos, thanks!

[@ChildOfGod0777]

Hi Steph, I just wanted to say you are so beautiful, inside and out! I love watching you with your family, it's so endearing! GOD BLESS, and stay healthy!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you so much ❤

[@kareneakers9540]

So sorry you haven’t been feeling well! Your blueberry dessert looked so delicious and the children feeding the calves was so precious! God bless

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Karena ❤

[@cindyclark9145]

Happy New Year to all of the family. I find such peaceful joy watching your videos! Your choice of music relaxes me so much and I look so forward to it! Love you and thank you for sharing! Sweet William is such a big boy already. ❤️❤️❤️

[@lovelifementoring5399]

Thank you Steph, so amazing as always. Sorry to hear all the pain you have been in. I hope you are feeling better. William is growing so much. I love to see the children working with you, so special. ❤

[@cindyaxt8858]

Surgery is not for everyone, but I have to say, I was sick my whole childhood and early 20s before having my gallbladder function tested and then taken out and it literally transformed my life! I hope you find some relief.

[@wandafraver9263]

Really enjoyed your video! Included all the things I love...baking bread...starting seeds so much fun! The ending brought back sweet memories for me. We used to make mountain pies in woodstove with our kids on snowy evening too! They are grown and have kids of their own now but hope it made good memories for them as I'm sure it will your children. 💖

[@cherylbarlow4284]

Sorry to be so depressed on your live, but I cry inside every time I see your home and lifestyle. I didn't live a great life. Always doing things my way and never his way until it was too late. Love your home but I guess I wasn't deserving of a home like your because of my past. May he continue to bless you and your family🥰

[@katewilson7003]

New follower here- genuinely curious how you manage everything so well! I have 1 baby and struggle with basic cleaning of the house and the simplest of cooking…. Let alone 5 kiddos, a farm, a beautiful kitchen, and all dressed and put together! I wanna be like you!!! 😂😅

[@mrsj5890]

It gets easier with practice! And easier when your baby is old enough to entertain themself.

[@teresajones5973]

Love the bookshelves. Hope you get to feeling better, and enjoy a slow January.❤

[@susanh3936]

Shelf looks beautiful Josh did a nice job. I had gull bladder surgery and was the best decision I made. Laparoscopic. It’s not a bad recovery and no issues or attacks anymore. Love the drone footage ❤

[@thisgoldenhour]

That's so good to hear!

[@LifeMeetSteph]

How wonderful you got that for Christmas! I really want one myself. And that bookcase looks amazing!

[@mt1885]

hey girl- Loved the video!😁 such yummy food and those calves are just so cute!😉 I will be praying for your health Steph- take care of yourself❤ Hope y'all are having a blessed week🥰

[@franceskloos1297]

Shelf looks beautiful Josh did a great job!! I had my gallbladder removed, and it was the best decision because I don’t have any more problems, quick recovery, I am so sorry you are having issues🙏🏻 for you and the stone to pass. Your outside Footage was beautiful!!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Frances ❤

[@ritakennedy8582]

I almost gave up on my Sourdough starter the first time, but then I tried again and this time it worked and I have been baking with Sourdough for over a year now ❤

[@donnahardin4651]

Ahhh, just what I needed today...at the end when you said, "Cooking mountain pies that evening over a cozy fire..." I thought you were reading a Laura Ingalls' book! LOL. SOO dreamy - although, I have no idea what a mountain pie is! LOL. You are inspiring me to get out my wheat grinder and give it a go. Can you tell me why you use a fork on your loaves? I have never seen that done before?? Have a great day - take care of yourself - (and that gallbladder!). Hugs from Iowa

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you! I use the fork to avoid air bubbles in the bread 😊

[@susanpunako8590]

Hi Steph. Welcome back to your channel. I sure hope you can attain good health with your gallbladder condition. You are so right about slowing down not just physically but mentally too. The holidays can wipe you out. I think you have a great back enclosure for growing your garden now. You always have such beautiful plants of all kinds. Thanks for sharing. Such good content ❤.

[@rosemarybrando5625]

I would just like to thank you for recommending the antique candles. I love burning a scented candle but would only do it in warm weather when I can open windows because of the toxic ingredients in the candles. Now I can enjoy them all year round 💕😊🕯️

[@thisgoldenhour]

Aww, yay! I'm so happy to hear that ❤

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

@@thisgoldenhour me too, and I absolutely love that they are Christian based! I love the scripture verse that included in my box of candles!!! 🕯️🩷☺️

[@susanvelez6534]

I hope your feeling better. I always keep my month of December empty because I use to burn out and get sick

[@KahinaBoucheneb]

You look so happy in your life with your husband and children.what every woman wants is to serve her familly. Speaing about muself ,i feel very happy when baking❤❤❤❤ for my family .thank you dear 😊

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

I love Jan and Feb slower Winter days….I am with you on this idea of some down time. PS…..I am 74 and having my gall bladder out on Friday 1/17……I’ve only had one attack, tried to dissolve stones with Ursodial and lower fat diet….no luck after 9 months…..so surgery it is……at least it is a good time of the year to do it 😉

[@carawalsh2815]

I’m also planning on getting a mill for my birthday! Any resources that you’ve been loving? Obviously Farmhouse on Boone is awesome. But I’d love any tips and tricks. What kind of wheat you use, etc!

[@marikajohn6522]

Had my G/B out as it was compacted. But so much better now. Day surgery so home to recover. Hope you get sorted soon. 😊😊

[@ChristinasPaperCreations]

Pray that you get some relief 🙏 💗

[@overeasyacres]

I’ve never planted eucalyptus before, but you have inspired me to try. I’m itching to plant seeds!

[@Simplyfarmhouse7]

Love, love your heart ...sorry you felt bad, I know how that feels, mine was removed and my doctor told me that stones in the gallbladder is caused by HORMONES. Great Well Soon!

[@marigoldsky3799]

I had my gallbladder taken out in the 1980’s when they had to do a big incision. I was in the hospital almost 2 weeks! My husband had it taken out lapriscopically about 10 years ago. He was out the same day and doing a light workout at the gym next day!! That pain is the worst!! I had bad bad back pain too…..😢. Hope you’re feeling better!! ☀️☀️☀️

[@khawlahpeace1222]

Beautiful refreshing and lovely video thank you so much for sharing your family and life I enjoy your videos and smile sooooo much. Look forward to your videos and always leave feeling so cozy and happy.

[@emeliewall]

I absolutely love your videos! Found your videos when we were staying in the hospital with our baby and you brought so much light into our lives! You are an inspiration ❤️

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you for being here! I hope your sweet baby is feeling better ❤

[@debidurham984]

Hello Steph!! So sorry you've been feeling bad!!! Im praying for you!!!❤ The snow is beautiful!!! Was so sweet seeing the kids and the baby cows!!! Praying youll feel much better soon!!! Take care God bless you friend 🙏 😊❤

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Debi ❤

[@NancyMestas-gj9cm]

Love your bookshelf…all your food looks so delicious. Don’t know how you do it all love how the kids are always wanting to help you 😊

[@thisgoldenhour]

we have so much fun together 😊

[@pampayne9033]

The book shelf is so beautiful and the blueberry dessert looked amazing and delicious.

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Pam ❤

[@jIlLiAnganz]

Steph, so excited you got a new mic! The DJI mic is amazing! I think your settings may need to be adjusted just a tiny bit. Might just be the settings in editing. 🙂 I'm used to that mic sounding deeper, maybe it's the echo and harsh kitchen sounds.

[@KathilynBigler]

Lovely video as always!! Much love to you and your family!!!❤️🙏❤️

[@cynthiawhitcomb1780]

So sorry to hear about your gallbladder issue. There is nothing fun with pain. You are so disciplined to eat or not eat things. Kids are getting so big. Beautiful family. Love the bookshelf-trying not to covet 😉

[@maddy-zzz]

Hey! Idk if you've heard of them before, but if you're wanting to switch up some recipes to avoid dairy or meat sometimes for your gallstones, the youtube channels Pick Up Limes and Rainbow Plant Life have been very helpful for me. I needed to cut back on meat and dairy myself and those channels make very tasty plant based recipes if you're wanting to switch out meals or components.

[@maryannkilduff8659]

So sorry to hear the you are again having GB problems, ugh. I'm glad you enjoyed a wonderful Christmas with your beautiful family. Wishing you a new year filled with many blessings, good health and beautiful experiences! Stay well. I have to make some blueberry crisp, YUM! Your little ones are so precious, God bless all. ❤

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Maryann ❤

[@SarahWarman80]

I'm sorry to hear about your gallbladder, I pray you recover quickly!

[@missjaclynlouise]

The book shelf looks amazing and the colour is perfect

[@Reyes3014-wW]

Spring is just around the corner ❤

[@thisgoldenhour]

SO excited 🥰

[@JoyTb12345]

I had noticed you took a long break and was hoping you were alright❤ Health issues are so stressful and I hope you’re feeling better🥰 thank you for making my Monday a little more magical by sharing your life ❄️❄️🤍🤍🤍 happy new year!

[@biggyziggy5777]

Sitting outside on a warm and sunny day in country Victoria, Australia … and looking in front of me the same Eucalyptus trees that you are starting to grow on the other side of the world ! … 🐨🦘🇦🇺

[@suzanne7668]

How did the loaves turn out? I’m so excited you’re getting into freshly milled flour baking😀 I’ve tried quite a few times now and still haven’t had a loaf that I’m totally satisfied with, but I’m not giving up yet!

[@alyssarietveld]

Highly recommend weighing your wheat berries for the exact number of grams you need for your recipe! Then no need to use the measuring cup. Since the fresh milled flour isn’t shelf stable, you won’t waste any that way.

[@kathleenmarie5186]

Your videos are beautiful! I love the stools at your kitchen island-would you be willing to share where they are from? Thank you!

[@kindnessmatters4068]

Im so happy your cgannel is vrowing, Steph. ❤ God bless you much. 😊

[@kittyrichards9915]

Might sound crazy, but a couple times a day take a little olive oil and equal part lemon juice. Chase down with a big glass of very cold ice water. It will make you pucker up, but you might be surprised how it will help.

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thanks for the tip ❤

[@ajacob509]

Josh needs to built you a green house!!!!!❤❤❤❤, love watching you grow your flower and vegetable garden.

[@thisgoldenhour]

Haha, it's on my dream list 😉

[@ajacob509]

@thisgoldenhour Josh needs to make it happen, tell him it's your birthday wish🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁

[@TamAllen-zc8hu]

I was wondering where your flour mill came from. I would like to check it out. This is the first video, of yours that I have seen. This is a wonderful channel. Just subscribed. God bless your family❤

[@ingalillbelander1235]

Love your outfit! Always stunning!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you ❤

[@susanhoward5046]

I think little Abby is gonna be a baker !! She seems to really love helping you in the kitchen. 💝

[@shelby3987]

Lovely video. I’m glad you are feeling better. I was wondering, do you have any videos on lunches you make for your family? Or is that a video you think you can make?

[@sueknicely504]

Beautiful bookcase!

[@stephaniem542]

You talk to your sourdough too??? ☺️😂 So very sorry about your trip to the ER and having so much pain. I know what it is like to miss out on all the yummy (and nutritious!) foods because of health issues - thank you for sharing about that. ❤️❤️ The drone footage was so neat!!!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Stephanie ❤

[@JandKG]

Thank you for sharing, Steph. I'm now inspired to take a shot at growing eucalyptus ❤.. Do you transfer them to a bigger pot and then to the ground in spring?

[@southerngirlsociety]

Stephanie - do you happen to have a roast beef crockpot recipe that only uses all natural ingredients and no "packets" involved? I need to be able to make it with all natural and organic ingredients so if I can find a recipe for that, then I can figure out the organic side of it from there. Also looking for other crockpot recipes that include all natural ingredients as well - no packets. Mostly looking for Roast Beef, White Chicken Chili, Cajun Chicken Pasta, Soups..., etc. - the main popular ones shall we say. Or at least, the popular southern style dishes. HA!)

[@jacquelinehuempfner5780]

I love your videos Steph! My favorite is your Neuflora try ons. With their new collection launching soon...will you be doing a video on new pieces?

[@thisgoldenhour]

Yes, planning to include it in next week's video 😊

[@jacquelinehuempfner5780]

Thank you for the reply! I will definitely be "tubing" in.😂

[@bpeters6704]

Hey talking about gallbladder issues, It’s a subject in our home as well. I struggled for years and fought getting it removed because I figured I did t have stones , but ends up my gallbladder was slowly dying & effecting my other organs- had it removed but still have issues with bile cry😢. My husband has been dealing with stones and has a healthy gallbladder so a health store recommended “stone away” pills( natural) and it seems to help him when he has flare ups. Hope u find something that’ll help u and u don’t need surgery

[@elaineknoche]

Chanca piedra worked for my gallbladder pain. Also finding what food was inflaming it. For me egg whites and my husband gluten and my neighbor gluten. They successfully saved it removing the gluten.

[@christinefrazier]

what brand is your grain mill?? I'm curious about starting freshly milled grains also

[@lottfarms]

love love love your page 💛

[@svetlanabingham6331]

Stephanie, can you please say what size of bread loaf pans you are using? Thank you.❤

[@sheriperdue8103]

Steph , where do you get your supplements and your whole grain? Absolutely look forward to your KZbins. Thanks

[@erintannehill]

Can you share a link to your grain mill? I’ve been looking for one just like it! 💚

[@ritaford9425]

Love your music!

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you, Rita ❤

[@Naturallyemilyy]

I am sure you are getting a ton of comments with suggestions about your gallstones but I wanted to shared what worked for me! I've done the apple juice cleanse and it did help! But something I do for matinance is ox bile supplement with meals (esp fatty ones) and bitter herb tincture! Both of these have done wonders for me anytime I start getting pain.

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

Tudca is also wonderful!!! ❤

[@laylay85]

Thank you for your beautiful inspiring video! I also struggles with gall bladder attacks during one of my pregnancies and then was good for a while until I wasn't and it happened again. I saw an acupuncturist who made me a special herb blend and it stopped the gall bladder attack in 5 minutes. If you want his information, please contact me. Also, he said the best fat to eat that doesn't stress the liver and gall bladder is extra virgin olive oil. Unfortunately, he did say dairy is hard on the gall bladder, but if you take the herb before it should help prevent a gall bladder attach.

[@pattymankowski5375]

Having had Gallbladder surgery is,one of the easiest surgeries to recover from and well worth it.good luck

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you!

[@veronicabush9844]

Such a lovely video ❤

[@ajescote]

“No it’s talking to me this time” 🤭

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

Always beautiful!!

[@thisgoldenhour]

You are so kind ❤

[@sanlen1944]

Praying your gall bladder trouble goes away , I have had that years ago and finally had to have emergency surgery to take mine out , and my surgery happened to be about 2 weeks before they started doing laser gallbladder removal surgery , my doctor told me that a lot of times pregnancy or after pregnancy will bring on gallbladder trouble .

[@BootsandBountyHomestead]

That's funny, I clicked it by accident as soon as it popped up! Yay! #1

[@thisgoldenhour]

haha, how fun 😁

[@kayak7girl]

May I ask you where your pintuck bedspread or duvet cover is from? It looks so luxurious! I just discovered your videos and I'm hooked. God bless you and your family.

[@donnaryan9365]

Welcome! She has created such a beautiful channel. Amazing Mom of 5… and what a homemaker, chef and baker! God Bless Stephanie and her beautiful Family

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thank you! The duvet is from Parachute Home a few years ago 😊

[@lailayen765]

Oh, Stephanie... you poor thing... ❤Having gall stone is horrible. I have had 'only' two births, but the pain of gall stones is SO much worse, because there isn't coming anything good out of it... I had my bladder removed 10 years ago, after 10 years of struggling with pain, espessially after the heavy food at Christmas. Got a new life after the surgery!! Btw, if you get them removed, remember to ask if you can have them with you home afterwards. A little bit gross, but as a home school teacher it is a fun thing to show the kids ;-) I woke up after the surgery with a small tube in my hand, containing three stones, and (some of) the kids at school where I teach found it SO cool to see them. They are the size of a small grape... ;-)

[@thisgoldenhour]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@juleejohnson-e1g]

My gallbladder got so bad that i passed out a few times with the pain, thankful i no longer have a gallbladder or any more pain.

[@Tracey-o7t]

I wish I had a way to talk to you face to face.😊 They wanted to remove my gallbladder while I was pregnant with baby number 8. We didn't feel comfortable with that so I went to a nutritionist in WI. Karen R. Hurd. It's been thirteen years and I still have my gallbladder and haven't had an attack since. It took 6weeks of very modified eating but sooo worth it. The gallbladder has a purpose and when it's removed all the bad fats build up in our system causing heart disease and sooo much more .

[@MaryMary-yz5gv]

Thank you for sharing. What type of modified diet did you follow?

[@thisgoldenhour]

that is so encouraging to hear!

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

What kind of diet and how long did it take to get into remission? ❤

[@LubaPM]

I used to get winter blues when we lived in Canada, but I started to take vitamin D daily, and now I don't get them anymore. Thank God.

[@thisgoldenhour]

That's amazing!

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

I also really, really love the happy light that Costco sells!!! It’s online!

[@marigoldsky3799]

Always like before watching 😂……I know I’ll love it☀️☀️☀️

[@thisgoldenhour]

you are so kind ❤