Everything was disrupted

[@jharvey93]

The past few months have been stressful for the whole family. I understand your frustration at a change of plans for the day and I hear the stress in Jonah's replies. Moving, then the hurricane and the destruction from that, losing Grandma, a lot has happened to your family. May the peace of Jesus settle on all of you. If plans don't come together immediately it isn't a matter of life or death, it's simply an inconvenience. Blessings on all of you.

[@joycehaines2055]

From montana too.

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

Ah, thank you

[@TGTree]

Well posted. Was thinking same, but didn't want to ... post that. Amazing Grace always prevails. I wish best blessings that nobody stresses. Nobody but nobody. Yet with all of Your gifted talents, and energy, I'm still witnessing Love. TY for yet another realistic video. God bless you, your viewers and all.❤

[@candaceparsons529]

Try and remember too blessed to be stressed

[@Coetzeefamilystead]

It's definitely been one traumatic shock after another and it definitely affects the body - when you go through shock/panic/anxiety/trauma it's a natural cycle your body goes through - we cannot control it in anyway - we've got to just let our bodies do what it need to to cope and survive...but try try try as hard as possible not to add more stress as all this shock can definitely lead to life altering PTSD and if your brain "breaks" almost nothing can motivate you to work and dream as you did before - please don't push yourselves too hard....

[@debireed6128]

Should probably get a sign made….. hi tunnel courtesy of Farmers Friend. Then anytime you are filming, the sign will be seen in the background.. in case you forget to mention who donated it. Maybe name the structure Helene.

[@brothernorb8586]

I like it❤

[@kellystephens077]

Companies that want that type of advertising will provide the signage.

[@krissyp7219]

I burst out laughing at naming the high tunnel Helene. Great idea.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@debireed6128]

@@kellystephens077 they are too nice to ask.

[@LisaReynolds-e9u]

What a great idea!

[@tott3457]

We have a small cattle ranch , and one thing to expect is the unexpected! And to always stop to think about the words we use when communicating with each other!🙏🏼

[@stephengregory7953]

Dear Jonah, the way you work is very commendable and you have learned so much from your Papa. We love you and your family. Please be cautious of how you are speaking to your Papa. He deserves for your great ideas to be shared in a respectful tone.

[@ElizabethLockey]

I totally agree! He gets so impatient and his ton is disrespectful at times. Needs to speak in a much more kind manner.

[@lynnfiegl4953]

Sometimes during stressful times, it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed! I was feeling that today! Jonah, you are a very smart guy and sometimes your ideas are very good, but sometimes Dad has good ideas also! He’s been a great Dad, teacher, and friend. He values your opinions, but you should also value his!! No harm will ever come from showing respect! Happy Day to you all!!

[@9249ashley]

Jonah “Then don’t feel stressed “ Justin “How” 😂😂😂😂😂 best advice ever

[@SergioLindseyHernandez]

Yes, good advice from Jonah. Remember your peace Justin through all things.

[@fcpedrosa]

I've seen some people suggesting a gabion wall as a retaining wall for the pole barn. As an engineer, I agree it’s likely the most cost-effective and efficient option for you, given the machines and rocks you have available. Gabion walls are also more stable than just piling big rocks, as the mesh prevents shifting and allows drainage, reducing hydrostatic pressure for better long-term reliability.

[@ursulastevens8093]

I used to stress about the inefficiency of days like that. I'm 58 years young with 7 children and 8 grandchildren. I learned, the hard way, those are God's blessings. You will never know what He has spared you from. Sometimes you can find yourself on the giving end instead. This morning a young woman almost hit me from behind she was speeding, excessively. I drive the speed limit, and there is no way to pass on this narrow road. She was furious. The Lord used me to slow her down. I felt led to pray for her as she was waving her arms around. I have learned to thank God for his intervention and love. I pray that my feet stay firmly planted on His path. Then I go about my day. It has taken me from stressed to blessed and now, it always makes me smile. Deep breath young man!

[@patriciakeys4873]

I just let those people go by.... you never know if they are having an emergency.

[@BarBeeHoney]

@@ursulastevens8093 Let them by bc you don’t kno what was going on in her car or life, & it’s not your “job” to be a self appointed traffic monitor although your heart is in the right place.

[@nancygustafson5776]

Your sons are brilliant love their determination !!!!

[@evankooiman1988]

It's good to know my 17 year old isn't the only one who can be stubborn and won't listen to the "old man".

[@denisehicks7525]

What a kid. So gifted. As a 65yr. old grandma, you go with the flow pops. You had a family loss everyone needs a break. My father passed a few days ago. It takes some awhile.

[@tolahornottolah2190]

I agree. It’s not nice to hear Jonah talking like he does.

[@Shoshi770NYC]

It's the workload & all the changes that have been coming down on them for month after month starting with Justin's Lyme coping & Jonah's dirt bike accident. That hurricane was something that might only happen once in a lifetime. And a matriarch of the family is not physically with them now But it was funny hearing Jonah & all the others having their say about which tree they should buy for the Homestead Holiday Season. Making mistakes teaches better sometimes than having differences of how to attack a challenge.

[@ericpl7227]

@@Shoshi770NYC it's no discipline!

[@tolahornottolah2190]

@@Shoshi770NYC I agree but it’s distasteful no matter why. It’s been going on for a while. My life is stressful as well and I don’t intend to watch a channel and listen to that. Teenagers!!!

[@JoyceSwansey]

We all know it will work out whatever you do even when it doesn’t look like it is. We are all being taught something.❤ Love the back and forth discussions your family has. I see you all learning from each other.

[@handerson8150]

The value of improvisation, creativity, and going with the flow. The art of learning how to be flexible enough to bend under pressure and not so rigid that you "break", instead. Think about your back, Justin. I've seen you be very flexible in the past, but maybe that hurricane has triggered some deep-seated fear that has come to the surface. A lot of our physical pains can be the manifestation of our emotional state. Just something to think about. Practice letting go of control and fear of "what if?". Blessings to your family, always.❤🙏

[@thedirtprincess3293]

This has been my personal experience too. It's harder for some than others. Control issues here. It's been a hard lesson for me. But as they say in the military,the first thing to go is always the plan.

[@barbaramarion4363]

Thanks for that reminder 😊

[@mattyrays]

Haha, having Jonah around must be a lot like having the mind of an elder inside a young body. He is very knowledgeable and just wants to get things done. He has a very "Country" attitude. The viewers don't realize that sometimes Justin comes off as a "City boy" with his very structured "it is supposed to be done according to the directions"thought process. It is almost like Justin is dealing with a younger version of his father.lol

[@Acresoflife]

I rarely comment. But I felt I needed to this time. To Jonah: Watch this video! Assess your respect for your father. You have good ideas, true. So does your Papa. Give consideration for his suggestions before snapping back. Your tone to your Papa is disrespectful. I know you love him. And you are a good kid. Still a kid, though, because you are letting your emotions dictate your actions and reactions. Take a breath, bro, before you react.

[@debrasaints3809]

So true, unfortunately. Such disrespect and lack of patience and self control are a sure sign of immaturity. If he would only listen, say “yes sir”, and then try it his Dad’s way. If it fails he could always try it his way afterwards.

[@vivianzuniga8814]

Definitely. High level of condescension and disrespect for his father!

[@patriciakeys4873]

Its those teen-age years. sigh. You both will come out the other end just fine.

[@nancyschwartz5665]

To be fair, this family has just been through a horrific time. Jonah has always been a notch above the average kiddo. I am not condoning bad behavior. Just putting a frame of reference around this.

[@misty9419]

I don't have kids, but talking to my folks like that when I was his age had repercussions.

[@brandonw8723]

When you have hydraulic pressure of 3500 psi versus a rope the rope never wins

[@corinnecreswick1280]

When I bought a Christmas tree, they did a fresh cut and told us to put boiling water in the tree dish right away, it opens up the pores and takes up the water as long as you keep water in the tree dish. The key is to start with boiling water from your tea kettle.

[@thedirtprincess3293]

There's always a reason. Ive learned finally to let go and ride the flow downstream instead of paddling against the current. Ain't sayin it's easy,but at 60, Ive seen it too many times to discount. You never know when the angels are stalling you for a reason. Sometimes to save a life or injury. Sometimes to make way for a better tjing you can't see. ❤

[@joycehaines2055]

Good reminder.

[@surferbob9419]

Things don’t always go to plan. It happens to us all.

[@keithhogan6997]

When it comes to getting back & forth over the creek for Big Daddy, having a solid bridge IMHO is your best bet. It may cost on the upfront, but buy once cry once is sage advice. Have you looked into the "Flat Rack" option for bridging the spanse of the creek? Big Daddy would know how to construct solid abutments with wing walls, and you could even tie in the gabion walls into them. Set the Flat Rack on top of the abutments, and you’ve got a bridge that will live through the next 1000 year storm.

[@lindakurtz2653]

Give yourselves some grace! Setting goals is good but not if you're setting yourself up for high stress-and what effect does high stress have on your body and on everyone else in the family? I guess the answer is we each need to find the balance that works for ourselves and our families. Good luck with that my friend! Seems like everyone is dealing with big stuff these days. Looks like Jonah is doing the moonwalk with the rock and excavator!

[@debrasaints3809]

Jonah, Jonah, Jonah- should have listened to your Dad about the rope and chain. That’s where age and experience help you to solve problems! Short cuts never work.

[@ericpl7227]

His kids need discipline, badly!

[@nathanwall6253]

@@ericpl7227 Lol, no they don;t, he intentionally lets them try things, even if he doesn't think it will work. A lot of times, their methods prove better.

[@rickiewaffle9594]

Got to keep that tree watered. Don't need a fire.❤

[@MarkJones-kd6ye]

I’ve watched for years but those boys don’t listen when they need to more so as they get older

[@rainerounduphomestead8942]

I’ve seen people turn a flatbed trailer into a bridge. It’s already reinforced with steel and it could span the width of the creek 🤠

[@Shoshi770NYC]

This may be worth looking into, so I hope Justin discusses this with Big Daddy & the rest of the family. Also wonder what Ben & Jason & their friends think about all this & yes, Randolph who has a lifetime of problem solving experience(he's a gem of a friend to work with).

[@ajourneymaryb]

Jonah i have a questions for you? How much pain do you have daily? How often does your hip bother you.? Have you talked to your parents about your hip bothering you? Its ok to say you hurt and need to rest. When is your next follow up check up on your hip and leg? I think your a very smart creative talented and innovative person. You and your siblings know more than alot of kids your age but your still a kid and still learning. So keeping listings to learn, communicating to understand, no one in this world is perfect we all make mistakes wisdom comes from learning from them. May God bless you and your family and lead you to to know his word and truth everday.

[@NanaTrece9444]

I have always told my kids make a plan then go with the flow because something will always change the plan. Getting stressed or worried doesn't fix things or make them better.

[@brendahenry7511]

As a 60 yr old mother of two sons in their early thirties , I don't think Jonah is being disrespectful to his father. His father trusts him to drive these heavy vehicles. Then he should also let him fix minor mechanical issues using his own experience of having done it before. Dad ,stop micromanaging your son, the stress you're feeling is being transferred to him. Especially these situations being played out with a camera always around. I get frustrated with you sometimes. He's carrying a lot on those small shoulders, give him some space to analyze the situation and come up with the best solution. Accidents happen we rush things to fast.

[@edieboudreau9637]

Justin. Disruption is life. It's testing and trials. Make a plan, yes. Follow it if you can. If you can't, go to the next things on your list needing doing. Remember, the FATHER has a plan. It's not ours but we can't see what the FATHER sees. HE created everything AND time. He's in all times at once. ( When he created day & night, he created time.... Most of us MISS THIS FACT).... I had to learn this again, myself, this week 😅 I now make a number of lists of what I want to get done. Each get broken down into parts. Once I have that, if something can't be done, it's easier to do something else on one of the other parts or lists. Getting stressed out means it's time to look at what is being done and thank the CREATOR for that much. Have a favorite praise or worship song? When getting stressed .... Start it in your mind at least. Take a moment and list all your thankful for. It does help. I'll help you get started from what you've shown us in vids...just a smidge: Beautiful views, family farm, family On the farm, children who are becoming VERY capable adults with many interests and abilities, amazing wife that has her eyes on, well, everything 😊!, pole barn is still there, equipment to work on improving the farm, animals mostly survived that ( in the ) storm, new high tunnel, freezers full of food, shelf stable food, water gravity fed to pastures, new home, IN NEW HOME, have some possessions To unbox, a tube channel, abundance plus, new book flying off the pallets, so much still to mention.... I'm sure you can think of more... Remembering that HE cares for HIS PEOPLE, job lost everything but got more back. Abraham left everything behind and was blessed beyond measuring. You know all this. This is just a friendly reminder of how good it is. Ok. The grinder blade isn't available yet, that's ok ...neither is the wood chipper.... It all is part of the plan. Your son was irritated at you because your anxiety about everything was putting undue pressure on him. He took care of the track and the boulders. True, he COULD have stopped and explained it instead of snapping but you are the household head. When you let your worry affect you, you affect everyone else, too. Your voice gets harsher ( without you meaning it to) and simple questions can sound like you doubt them and their abilities. It's a vicious circle. Breathe. Breathe. Breathe. It's ok. The CREATOR has your back. Whatever doesn't happen is for your good. Let it be so. Ok. Enough. Happy Day.

[@Shoshi770NYC]

Yes, what you wrote is long but read it (have time to , not like Justin maybe) but well said. It helped me to read it & in days to come. G-d is in control & watching our backs fulfilling our needs & requests. Thankfulness feels like real freedom to me. Thanks for taking the time, Edie.

[@ernestinephillipsawesome4295]

Happy Holidays!💝🤗🎄🎁🇺🇸 🏡❤ Merry Christmas🤗🌎🇺🇸🎄❤

[@AZJH8374]

That was funny. The Homestead store!❤❤❤

[@TeeGee-kh4sw]

You guys need to have a work business planning meeting at the end of the day or first thing in the morning like most contracting companies. This way everyone knows their schedule, position and work load. In real life jonah wouldn't talk to a boss like that.watch the veggie boys the father owns and runs the farm and the 3 sons always work and defer to the father for the final say. It is a 5generational farm and just respect they all have for each other is incredible.😊

[@lillievalentine8800]

Jonah wants to be organized. Justin does not have a of of respect for the need of organization to be efficient. He runs around like a headless chicken. Jonah has a step by step plan. This will be an eternal struggle between the 2 of them.

[@TGTree]

Actually, as boring as that sounds ... It's a sound Idea "brainstorming idea" !

[@valeriebingham1]

The Rhoads family we pray for you each and all of you and since you've been doing this we've been watching you

[@michaeltodd813]

Jonah and Josiah are awesome young men! God bless.

[@BlueberryGirl723]

A ROCK! 😭😭😭😂 Gotta love rocks! Going with the flow. It’s the best thing at times. It will all get done in its due time. The high tower looks grand! Farmers Friend did a great job! Such good folks, too. All take care and God bless.

[@sunshine6729]

Mama said there’ll be days like this.

[@joycehaines2055]

All the way through folks.

[@andresmitsdorp]

Hey Jonah, unfortunately you don't know everything at 17, try accept your experienced dad's advice, that how we all learnt, you starting to sound like a spoilt teenager

[@sissyatkinson1296]

Does he realize money doesn't grow on trees? I'm afraid he will do more harm to the equipment by doing it his way. I commend Justin for his patience.

[@hillarywright7965]

And NEVER talk to your dad like that. Have some respect!

[@jillyd2807]

Jonah knows what he’s doing! 👍 But keep it cool with your dad! 🫤

[@ellenfisher6341]

I am so glad to know you will be chipping all those limbs , etc once you get your own chipper , instead of burning it . Once you get your own , you will use it often~ just wear ear protection ~ ask me how I know !

[@FranklyFranky]

So what I’m learning from watching you overtime is that if I want my kids to want and enjoy the lifestyle that you have like I do I need to make working on the farm not in obligation or responsibility so they can continue to love it into their adulthood

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

I think it’s letting them have responsibilities and letting them persue their own interests in the farm. And let them make mistakes (like the rope halter).

[@BarBeeHoney]

Not to copy a commenter, but you REALLY need to test your soil. Many toxic chemicals washed down with the river, like 25 caustic & lethal chemicals as well as radio active stuff too. Saying prayers for y’all.

[@christinedehn3257]

You have to remember they live at the top of the creek system, not downstream.

[@smokeyangelav]

The only thing above them is the lake that they swim in. There is only one house... two if your count Bec's parents They are in a holler so only mountains around and nothing up top. Everyone downstream from them would have runoff from their farm though.

[@DollyFoster312]

Arborist here. Once a tree or plants leaves dry out there is no reversing that damage.

[@prancingppony]

When you get stressed, if you can remember, do your chicken dance, I don't know why but doing a silly dance immediately removes the stress 😂

[@1hollig1]

Sometimes Johan should be reminded how to properly speak to his father. I would not be having him speak to me that way.

[@KyleLeeWoyote]

For the bridge, how about two or three of those big concrete blocks on each side and some large hardwood trees going across with slats over that.

[@Makdrey00]

lol Jonah’s getting sassy in his “old age” lol. It’s been wild watching all the boys grow up

[@carolhuffor5388]

I hope justin spoke to Jonas about being so rude

[@jdluntjr76226]

He needs to be very careful - Jonajh is a young man who has more than pulled his weight - in a year Jonah will be free to decide what to do with his life and he could decide to leave

[@devenlamar3900]

You need to use very warm water when you water the tree, not cold water. Also add sugar to the water for food

[@angeltyson1966]

I’mma say it once again, Mr. Justin Jonah has gotten to the point where he has been so disrespectful towards you yelling at you when you’re trying to have a conversation with him and that that’s not OK with me. I’m not sure why it’s OK with you or anyone else that’s watching all the way up so we’re gonna have to to talk to their parent that way even if they do think their ideal is better it’s a way about going to say it. Sometimes I think he forgets he’s a child and not the parent

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

It’s ok that it’s not ok with you

[@Shoshi770NYC]

@@theJustinRhodesShow Justin, your Lyme challenges have to be addressed asap. Please just pace yourself. Please forgive me telling you what to do, but you can't stress your body schlepping heavy stuff all over even the milk pails have to be balanced when you carry to & fro. Rome wasn't built in a day, yes....? Do you think Big Daddy could be happy helping in some ways?

[@candaceparsons529]

Just remember……Too blessed to be stressed. ❤

[@jaket8947]

If you build a wall like that, it will 100% fail. I've never figured out where that trend started, but that's the exact opposite way to build a retaining wall with stones, and you're lacking in the correct sizes. You'd be much better served with gabions.

[@debsenritchedrefuge603]

Gabions are baskets, usually now of zinc-protected steel (galvanized steel) that are filled with fractured stone of medium size. These will act as a single unit and are stacked with setbacks to form a revetment or retaining wall.

[@jaket8947]

@debsenritchedrefuge603 The way they are building this wall, will not hold water, nor earth where it's intended. I know what gabions are, that's why they're recommended, and they can be made from a multitude of shell material. I've forgotten more about masonry and rock than most people will ever know, because it's a lot more complex than most people think. There's a reason we have a legacy that's hundreds of years old and have been called specifically to fix masonry and stone issues.

[@debsenritchedrefuge603]

@@jaket8947 yes.. I agree with you.. I was confirming your suggestion with more info for others if interested.. Stacks and stacks of walls in the Rocky Mountains and Cascades are made of these materials in wire boxes and so interesting.. I'm grateful for your knowledge.. Hopefully they will see this.. This was a very horrific event so many experienced.. @justinrhoades..

[@shephusted2714]

get more gravel, sand, compost - you could always do some terracing and more clearing - the chipper will work well you can do it again in a couple mos

[@angelinasaavedra5850]

Safety first! The “ lazy quick way can sometimes be disastrous! Better safe than sorry”. Our parents taught us these sayings for a reason. Communication is key, but should be done respectful.

[@patriciaskeen794]

…”some days chicken, some days feathers”, my mother in law used to say!!!🤓😉

[@Oliver-s9x]

Your son should not speak to you like that remember you have two more young sons listing to him

[@Shoshi770NYC]

hmmmmmmm

[@Cameronwilts]

Might be time for mamma and papa to have a night away, just a depress from the farm. You’ve both gone through a lot recently

[@Shoshi770NYC]

Hey, Cam, great idea!!

[@CrazyCora-t8v]

It time to purchase a Balsam Hill tree!!! 🐾🐾

[@MrJones-di4sn]

It is disheartening to watch Jonah talk, and act so disrespectful to his father. His, "Impatient & Know it all" demeanour only shows he is far from becoming a man. He has been blessed with oppertunities most youngsters will never be granted. I pray for him to recognize his chance to learn from the mentors in his life, and appreciate the knowlage he is given.

[@brothernorb8586]

That's because he's a teenager and exactly how god made them. It is a necessary phase❤

[@kathymacomber5115]

The hurricane and everything will make us All“ snap”!

[@SpetnazAirsoft]

Lmao Austin, The Boulder from Spongebob 😂. Pioneers used to ride those for Miles!!!!

[@Watk72]

17 year old telling Dad not to be stressed, but 17 year olds are always stressed 🤣!!

[@ashleylovepace1941]

Jonah’s so sassy. I know he is an amazing kid, but I would demand a bit more respect when talking to pop.

[@nobznezz]

Agreed. It will only get worse if it goes unchecked.

[@rosmeeker1964]

Respect should be mutual. He's a hard-working kid.

[@christiscamelotgardens47]

​@rosmeeker1964 he obviously has his father's respect but he is still a child. I was raised to speak respectfully to my elders no matter what. Jonah is testing the boundaries as the oldest and the one Justin leans on the most. Good for Justin for not correcting Jonah publicity. Hopefully he has those conversations with him off camera

[@willhoy1345]

As someone who works with his dad not a kid anymore but the micromanaging is incredibly annoying and will drive you insane if he’s in charge of the job let him do it his own way Justin doesn’t have the experience Jonah has on the equipment he keeps forcing his way on Jonah let him learn his own way

[@varkofard7144]

@@willhoy1345 100% Justin should be a little more supportive and a little less critical. Jonah has surpassed Justin on that piece of equipment.

[@awyomingprairiewife.8385]

Happy Day, Rhodes family 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@angelaagee1077]

To be perfectly honest I'm tired of how much your oldest son back talks you and argues with you

[@make_prep]

Everyone making comments about the boy's attitude seems to have forgotten how teenagers act at times when they're frustrated,tired, ignored or you never seen one or around them . Showing grace and understanding is the way. Plus these kids do more then most adults daily.

[@shelleypoole6415]

You need to water your tree daily. This is why I go fake tree. Fold it and pack it up! 😊 just go and buy a wood chipper, you will be glad you did, and do maintenance on it! ( like your tractor needs some lovin )

[@robertbates5537]

You need to let the boys do what they do - because your stress makes them crazy and distracted. Justin you really need to let them work and grow

[@Thørkil84]

Jonah is right i can sense some stress on you lately Justin ! Chill out all is gonna be fine

[@stevenlawrence670]

Have you noticed how much Justin’s voice has been whiny lately? Maybe he’s going through his adolescent girl phase

[@christiscamelotgardens47]

I think anyone would be stressing after a major hurricane destroyed so much of their property, and now they have a mortgage to worry about along with the expenses of trying to fix what was destroyed. Love Jonah, but lately, he seems to be disrespectful to Justin a lot, which makes me sad, but then I guess that's a teenager for you......

[@christiscamelotgardens47]

Justin said he's had some back pain lately which is surely stressful when his fasting and supplements don't seem to be helping a great deal. Praying for an end to Justin's pain and for grace to heal 🙏

[@Shoshi770NYC]

It's really hard when you have Lyme plus Justin still is haulin' even when he really needs to NOT BE schlepping to interfere with healing of back. Right now he is probably going to have to let things be done physically more by the others, including Annie(what a blessing she brings to the Farm) & be the foreman like Big Daddy does.

[@lorabrashear1771]

You have a wife, family members! I had officer in the military he had 3 list. 1. Had to be done… 2. Need to be done… 3. Could be done. I know by end of the day if I was working on the 3rd list. Wow what a day or he’ll broken loss. ….. give older boys list.. 1. Feed animals 2. Cut tree brushes 3. Rocks for wall.. then let them tell you how there day going,,, then work long side them… Remember when you had a job off the farm. The boss told you here do this. Are you going to stand over them, Give them space and time. If they need help let them ask & give them work it out. …. Here’s the hardship part In parenting YOU HAVE TO LET THEM BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THERE ACTIONS . IF YOU LOSS SOMETHING REPLACES IT, IF THEY BRAK SOMETHING THAT WAS THAT WAS IMPROPER USE . If they do easy way , but doing it causes damage. Responsible… It hard to be a kid, it’s harder to be a teenager it’s hardest to be parent/grandparents

[@Coetzeefamilystead]

Wonder if the wet clay is not maybe making the track loader tracks slippery and fall off the whole time?🤔

[@SergioLindseyHernandez]

Jonah is a hard worker and coming into being a man. The way they spoke was fine its not disrespectful to push back on ideas man to man regardless of who is dad. They both had good ways and we all know in farming there isnt necessarily a right way its just getting it done to keep going. Our whole family watches from Arkansas and we do dirt work so keep maintenance a priority on those machines best advice.

[@robinweber4646]

I think you should do a retention wall with all the boulders etc in memory of your struggles during the hurricane.

[@muzacminister]

😂 Jonah is getting feisty in his old age 😂

[@cynthiaarmstronghopefulhom9672]

He's just frustrated.

[@nickrosati3167]

The ladies are so well-behaved. Aunt Flossie was a good cow, but I don’t think you could’ve melt her like you do with the new cows.

[@Coetzeefamilystead]

It's definitely been one hella traumatic shock after another for you all and it definitely affects the body - when you go through shock/panic/anxiety/trauma it's a natural cycle your body goes through - we cannot control it in anyway - we've got to just let our bodies do what it needs to to cope and survive...but try try try as hard as possible not to add more stress as all this shock can definitely lead to life altering PTSD and if your brain "breaks" almost nothing can motivate you to work and dream as you did before - please don't push yourselves too hard.... If you feel "weak" exhausted tired all the time - not motivated - depressed even...its normal rest rest rest until you feel your strength and motivation returning...feeling the ways you guys are all feeling is so normal under the shocking circumstances...

[@menace2584]

If you are going to use pipe, I would highly suggest you get a hydrologist to determine the size. You have the right idea about using double pipe but the size does matter here. Don't think two 30 inch pipes are enough. Probably two 48 inch lines would be the minimum required. Not knowing the drainage it is impossible to size pipe requirements. If you know someone at the NCDOT District Office they may be able to help. Just a suggestion.

[@lorettawinters3872]

You should buy a chipper. It would pay for itself for y'all. Yould have no waste from your trees. Blessings

[@darkstealthgaming2746]

it also helps allot if you spray the tree ones a day, it reduces the stress on the bottom of the tree

[@charlielamb4606]

I am 63 and i can tell you with certain memory, My mother only had to look at us to correct any issues. We loved and respected her. Even my step father would not tolerate disrespect. We would listen, do what they asked. Always seemed that wisdom outpaced stupid. The few times i tried to be the man of the house, it did not end well. With respect, the boy needs to rein in the behavior. A year in military school will fix that asap.

[@Jane_Snow_]

@charlieIamb4606 - ya, my mom had a look that could freeze water. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Jasoos_Jasonda]

Kids always think they know everything, then when you challenge them, they get super upset…

[@darlenemc3586]

You can buy a 100' Roll of Oregon 3/8 Full Chain for your chainsaws and have plenty on hand. I watch a show called chickanic and she recommended doing this to save money.

[@emilymorehead3121]

Jonah is so disrespectful

[@jdluntjr76226]

Jonah has the attitude of a young man who is fed up with- he has more than pulled his weight on the homestead and to see all the work he put in destroyed - maybe this isn’t the life he really wants

[@Shoshi770NYC]

@@jdluntjr76226 I think this happens to all Farmers. Even in business things can degenerate & you have to rebuild in a new way. Success really is to keep on keeping on, isn't it?

[@overwatch2671]

You need one of those Christmas tree stands that require a one inch hole in the bottom of the tree. They take up water mo better

[@qkranarchist3015]

We had a similar John Deere equipment destroyed on my property this year for lifting a giant rock. The piece that was broken is THOUSANDS of dollars because John Deere keeps changing equipment every year so the parts aren't available. And old equipment that need small parts are getting melted down because no one can get the parts for anything reasonable. It's a huge disaster in our state. Giant equipment made useless because small parts our out of date.

[@eldenl1]

Jason, please, please, please don't push the idea of getting the chipping done quickly. Wood chippers are one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment that tree men use. One big enough to handle the trees you want to chip are big enough to kill an adult man in an instant. See this incident from a few years ago: Teen killed after falling into wood chipper his first day on job (copy and paste into Google search.) From yours sons attitude in this video, he knows it all. Overconfidence is a sure way to becoming careless and then having an accident.

[@Jane_Snow_]

Locally, a 19-year-old boy got pulled into a wood chipper when he tried to kick a limb into the wood chipper. I wouldn't let the kids anywhere near the wood chipper. Especially....

[@laureenmincher3920]

Should have asked Meg and Ben at the holler homestead. They have a chipper

[@gkiferonhs]

If you'd put a valve on the everflow inlet you could change flow rate right at the waterer.

[@rapidcars1]

So a high tunnel is basically a greenhouse, a giant greenhouse

[@Farmer4Truth]

Moral of the story: Happy Day. “This is the day which Yahweh has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalms 118:24, LSB)

[@noellehedman5412]

I kept thinking, what tree are y’all talking about? Ohhhh. Lol

[@lifeoutdoorseveryday1682]

You've gotta get grease in those track tensioners - on both machines. The tracks will stop falling off when you do. And grease all of the zerks while you have the grease out.

[@kathleenoverton3263]

Have your two order boys their own tools etc. Mark them so you all will know what is whose. Then when they lose one it’s their responsibility to go find it. Not borrow it from the other brother or from the farm.

[@karenromando4939]

Purchase a wood chipper. Best decision you would make. Save that metal and wood wood chipper is boxed in if new.

[@fionagarrett2730]

There is a poem - the best laid plans of mice and men

[@FranklyFranky]

At 25 Jonah will have like 10 years of experience

[@annayoder4332]

awwwwww the squeaky teen tude coming out lol I have 3 boys too and one is past it but the other two almost the same age, a year and half apart are the same and its like teen tude twins every day

[@CANADIANDRUMMER-j-u2x]

WOW! I would never be allowed to speak to my father like that.

[@melaniehopkins4778]

Jonah and Justin love each other. Jonah has often been argumentative and it often sounds disrespectful. Justin seems to absorb it. It’s hard to hear. Hopefully he will mature into a more respectful young adult. He’s a hard worker.

[@CANADIANDRUMMER-j-u2x]

@@melaniehopkins4778 Agreed. Hard worker but needs to respect authority.

[@melaniehopkins4778]

@ I agree. His future employment prospects may be affected otherwise. He needs to develop awareness of how others perceive his words and tone. He’s a smart young man. He’ll figure it out. 🙏🏻

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

@@melaniehopkins4778unless he’s the boss, which is what I’m training him to be ;)

[@melaniehopkins4778]

@@theJustinRhodesShow he’s very smart and he works hard and at 17 he knows everything. I respect that you parent with love, patience and humility. I hope your kids appreciate how thoughtful you are in dealing with their ideas and behavior. Out here in KZbin land we are praying for your health, recovery and prosperity following the storm.

[@claudettehernandez3402]

Where Did that StoneHedge Rock come from!?? Good Lord what a flood

[@sazwarden2142]

USE GABIONs TO BUILD THE WALL .

[@asils4Lisa]

Life happens when you’re making other plans.