Favorite Childhood Memories of my Mom

In this season of quarantine, we’ve been missing family like crazy. As I’ve been at home with my kiddos, I’ve been looking back on old family photos and reminiscing about my own childhood. I’m so grateful for the parents God gave me!
This video is Part 2, and focuses on my Mom, and some of my favorite childhood memories with her. She’s the most patient, gentle and loving woman I know. She’s a storehouse of wisdom for me as a young mom. She’s a gem, and I feel so blessed to call her my mom!
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[@katebennett3769]

You should make this a series, sharing all your favorite memories with each of your sisters, and how often you see them now that you're all starting families of your own. I love all your videos by the way!!

[@sarahp444]

Good idea!!

[@jukes243]

YES!

[@katebennett3769]

@@truthx7465 well i feel like she should do it for the sisters shes the most close with, obviously she wouldnt be able to do them all😂

[@EmilyAndShannon]

I mean, why not?? Just because they have more siblings doesn't mean they shouldn't have special memories with each of them individually. They are still all separate people.

[@TVShowsAce]

@@EmilyAndShannon I love this idea!

[@lovesanimalshatesrats6339]

Ivy is GORGEOUS just like her mom...check out those eyes!

[@chaunybuck6065]

Well look at her parents! Jessa is naturally drop dead gorgeous. Ben is no slouch either 🤷🏻‍♀️. Lol. I mean, people pay BIG$ for a nose, lips, eyes and chin like hers! She hit the genetic lottery.

[@kaitlynamira3916]

Wild rats are gross. But pet rats are sweet.

[@chaunybuck6065]

@@kaitlynamira3916 uh.....wha????

[@kaitlynamira3916]

@@chaunybuck6065 LOL I was replying to the username not the comment sorry

[@Julessou]

Could you ask your mom if she could possibly sit down and do a video with you where she shares her best parenting advice/tips/tricks with us? ☺️

[@CaitHoover]

yessss please!

[@remembertochargeit869]

Great idea. Michelle is such a wise lady x

[@sandylawrence3704]

Yes! I agree😊

[@audeliameza38]

Pink Jewels I love the idea!!

[@staciemiles2294]

Yeeess!!!! That would be amazing

[@jakeandhaleyhorton2499]

I recently had a miscarriage at 16 weeks. Through that tough time, I kept remembering your parents saying “the lord gives, and the lord takes away, blessed be the name of the lord” when they lost a baby too soon. That has been such a huge example for me on how to handle our loss. Your mom’s love for Jesus is abundant in everything she does. What a great Titus 2 way to teach younger women.

[@vickychaney1616]

When I was miscarrying....I kept repeating those exact words over and over while my husband was driving me to the hospital. Because Michelle allowed the cameras in during that very hard time.... God is still using her and her words to point mother's to the Lord during these hard times still to this day...God can use all of our good times and hard times for good. And Michelle is the perfect example of that! ❤

[@spongemonkeysooz]

This is one of many examples why she should still be on TV

[@chaunybuck6065]

@@spongemonkeysooz umm.....this aged poorly

[@janiceflores8922]

I lost my mama when I was 26, but she was a gem like sweet Michelle! ❤️

[@linak7155]

Jessa, I can't think of a better way to honor your parents than to speak of the personal memories of ur growing up years! and reminiscing on the many contributions they made in each of your lives. Your Mom🌹has been an example to many of us veteran moms as well. I remember purchasing her book, "A Love That Multiplies" and reading it with delight knowing that I would be encouraged. Your Dad Jim Bob & Mom Michelle, created a warm home filled with what she termed “serene chaos.”😁 I derived so much from the spiritual insights, wisdom, practical tips, and the many funny & tender stories she shared in that book. They have loved well! 💯💕 PS:I'm sorry about your grandma's passing last year. She too had a wonderful testimony of faith. You and your siblings have some big shoes to fill with all the love that has been poured out into your lives. ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@sharisdiyworkshop7437]

I am 1 of 11 kids and people are always surprised to hear that we all have the same mom and dad.. my mom passed away 5 years ago In May. Something I always dreaded all my life but never expected that it would happen that soon.. hearing you speak about your mother takes me back so much . My mom was so much like your mom.. she was the most loving, giving, caring, respectful, meek woman of God. She lived for her children and grandchildren. I think something made me pick on your video tonight. It was so hard to lose my mom and in the beginning I thought about her all the time but I’ve lost sight of that for awhile now. It was hard to remember all the good times and so painful . I have 5 children of my own now and have been struggling with patience and not losing my temper.. hearing you talk about your wonderful mother reminded me of mine and how I want to be. For once I feel like hearing you talk about your mom helped me to look back and recall memories of mine and for once not all felt so painful but actually made me smile and say yes my mom did the same or said the same.. so thank you Jess..

[@b_b.5475]

Ivy is SO ADORABLE!!!

[@danielhainline8882]

She looks like a shrunken Jessa!

[@makingithome8493]

I have five little ones right now and there was a time didn’t think that I would be able to handle having more than 2...But truly my heart just grows with each one and I cannot imagine not having my current baby number 5. I’m so thankful for this opportunity to be a mama. I needed to hear this and pray that Christ will renew my mind and help me be soft spoken for my own children, and not use tiredness as an excuse!! ♥️ I read a book your mom wrote about how she was up at 2am doing laundry again and just cried to the Lord and then a sweet lady volunteering to help fold laundry soon after. She sure is an inspiration and wealth of wisdom! It struck me that honoring our parents as you have here is so important because not only is it so we are obeying that command, but also because it is such a huge blessing to others when we choose to do so. Thank you for taking the time to do this Jessa! ♥️

[@chrisisagirlsname98]

It literally melted my heart when Ivy said “daddy” when Ben walked in ❤️❤️❤️

[@aaf1548]

We ALWAYS appreciate our moms when we become mothers ourselves, that is a wonderful testament 👩🏻‍🦱👩🏻👦🏻🧒🏻👧🏻

[@Nora-qh1gf]

You're a really good story-teller!

[@allisonbarnett9031]

Ivy’s eyes are absolutely gorgeous like her mommy’s! ❤️

[@brandymiller03]

Wow I can’t believe how baby ivy looks like your grandma her great grandma that’s sweet she was a great woman

[@stefanieglatts1800]

Michelle is someone we can all look up to. Thank you God for sweet Jessas mom!!

[@delilahFL]

Good Lord Jessa, what a beautiful tribute to your mother. And what a beautiful woman and mother that you are. You do inspire. You and yours are truly blessed.

[@piperjohnson4808]

Your mother sounds like a mother that should be in the hall of fame or win an Emmy!

[@moniquedowney9637]

Your Mum is a beautiful lady inside and out, I was lucky enough to spend time with your mum and Family when they were in New Zealand, your Mum is honestly the nicest person I have ever met! Your mum and dad did an amazing job raising you all!! ❤

[@kristengann6864]

I honestly didn't think I would watch this all the way through, but this was so enjoyable and I will probably reference things in the future so many good tips and things to think about specifically since I'm a mom. Anyway I loved this so much! Thank You! I've been watching you guys forever since the first special even before the regular show I just found everything so interesting, and your mom has always seemed so wonderful.

[@DeberPeber]

Jessa, this is so good. I’m a mom - a bit older than your mom - and I so appreciate my own mom when I reflect back. I lost my dad six years ago. One of the last things my dad ever said to me was, “You know what, Deb? A lifetime sure goes by in a hurry.” It’s true. ❣️

[@gigiwoods9561]

Thanks Jessa. I too HAVE those similar memories of my Momma. I too am the 5th child out of 6. Momma is now 90 years old. We need your prayers. Love you guy's just like you are my own family.

[@monicacastillo4172]

Love your mom & family.

[@maeghanpack4993]

I love your videos Jessa!! You and your family are such a light in this dark world. Thank you for showing Christ’s love through everything you do. 🤍

[@deborrahdutra5599]

I love cold pizza Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute about your Mom with us

[@evaowens1400]

Yes, your mom is truly precious. What a blessing she is, and I've enjoyed watching her all these years.

[@gloriaco9105]

To GOD the glory! This is such a wonderful tribute to your mom. You should preach. Your words have really reached me tonight. I lost my son last February at the age of 43 very unexpectedly. He was a good Christian man, a school teacher, a loving husband, and day wonderful, loving son and brother. The pain has been unbearable, but every day I wake up to read scripture, and depend so heavily on the Lord’s love, and mercy. I will miss my son until I take my last breath, but he is with our Savior,

[@Summer77700]

A little fun tip my mom used when potty training boys was that she would drop cereal or goldfish in the toilet, and tell them to sink them. It helps them aim in the right place, haha!

[@Mmolesy]

Ping pong balls work well too! 😃

[@Summer77700]

@@Mmolesy Yes, ping pong balls do work well, but then you have to fish them out of the toilet. I like the idea of letting them use something they can flush for that reason!

[@mind-blowingbrosmaloney1260]

that's so funny, I love it lol

[@carolbruster3777]

As did I with good ole *CHEERIOS!! Potty Training & Target practice...a Win, Win🤭👍👏🥰🤗💕✌

[@Summer77700]

@@carolbruster3777 Haha, great minds think alike!

[@tpbarron]

I saw you and your husband one night at Red Robin with my family and was planning to not talk to you but it just so happened that we left at the same time and your husband held the door for us so we talked to you guys and you were as sweet as can be I think you guys are great. You are like your Mom!

[@sherriitsamea3476]

Your mom is truly amazing! She has so much patience & wisdom. I have thought of her many times while raising my children. I too have a 50lb purse that my husband calls the bottomless pit

[@hildamclawhorm6305]

Thank you Jessa for praising your mom. For many years young people are so critical of their parents, always blaming them for whatever goes wrong in their lives😢

[@angelfain8040]

She's so adorable, those are the prettiest eyes ever. I love Michelle too.

[@charismaticchia]

Yes, your mom has definitely been influential in many peoples lives!

[@funoldmomof2]

Love the Poem I'm an older Mom with Adult Children & Grandchildren I have more patients with the Grandchildren than I did with my own.. I told my Sons I wish I would of had the patients with them that I have with the Grandchildren...

[@melissa9075]

Have you seen the poem anywhere?

[@naomithompson5023]

Jessa, your videos about your parents have inspired me greatly! I think I will do a blog post about how great my parents are too! Parents are such a gift from the Lord. You have the most wonderful and loving parents to look up to. I pray God blesses you all during these trying times.🙏🙏❤

[@jennjoy4108]

I love the way you have chosen to honor your parents and I think that it’s perfect! Hope y’all are doing well!

[@audreycastaneda8074]

This is so awesome! I lost my mom almost 7 years ago. You are so blessed to still have your wonderful mother who is such an amazing example to follow!! May you entire family continue to be blessed! Especially your lovely parents!

[@marjoleint3592]

This is such a beautiful tribute to your precious mom, Jessa! Thank you for doing that. I have watched your mom in the series while raising my own little children and she was such a example to me. I really didn’t know how to raise kids for the Lord, because I had a bad example myself when I was a kid and your mom taught me so, so much. I still love your mom so much and hear her advise in my head sometimes while raising my own precious tribe 😊 Will you please thank her for me when you have the chance? She was really my Titus2 mentor when I needed it the most. Thanks to the Lord for all His amazing work He does in our hearts and lives. Love to watch your video’s Jessa, keep up the good work. Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@denmor3527]

These stories make me feel like a normal person/normal mom 😁 Thank you for sharing ❣️

[@LuvKimmi]

Ivy is such a sweetheart!! Her eyes are so amazing! She looks a lot like Ben's sister Michelle! ❤

[@girlinthesouth850]

I see a lot of Ginger in her!

[@loisxander6321]

This was such a loving positive talk about your mother. I always enjoy your family and the gentle nature in the way you treat your children. You had a gentle teacher.

[@coolmotion5565]

Baby so cute. Michelle is a sweetheart. Jessa, please share more about your parents wisdom it helps a lot.

[@carolynedwards1045]

So sweet! I met your mom at Fort Rock in 2017 and she was just lovely & warm, and so interested in my husband and I.

[@jenniferl8967]

Ivy is literally soooo adorable! 🥺😍

[@Jmitchell498]

I’ve loved these videos! I have always been so inspired by your mother and her patience. I love that your family uses their public influence to promote Christ and His saving grace. Thank you for all the videos you have been putting out! ❤️

[@macievernon697]

What a sweet little Baby... she is so adorable

[@unfinishedbusiness3164]

I was hoping that you were going to do a video about your mom. You and Ben are amazing. Tell Ben that his dad has been awesome to work with in the auto business and his mom and siblings are all sweet as well. He should do one of these about them. They are both very inviting and inspiring as well.

[@naturegirl7420]

You have a wonderful mom

[@paulinavas3626]

Jessa your family is beautiful inside out....and a great example

[@gloriamisner5774]

Good morning, Just wanted to say thank you for the special words obout your Mom! Reminding me how Blessed I've been in my life. My Mother was so patient and kind with my Sisters and me, as we grew up. I loved her so much and miss her now that she's gone! Bless you

[@carlavision6143]

Jessa, what a very beautiful tribute to your mom! God Bless You and God Bless your Mom!

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Thanks Jessa for sharing how you feel about your mom....I've watched since day one and your Mother is a blessing, her kindness shows 24-7... Even when she was giving birth she was so graceful and calm.... the loss of Jubilee was a hard one to watch for your mom crying was something new from tears shed over their 19th child Josie stay in NICU....It broke my heart, I remember praying so hard for Michelle at that time...Many Blessing is my prayer for you....Stay safe

[@ramonaslam5044]

I can learn more from your mother than from mine. She is an unbelievably precious person and mother. Stunning!! I love her way of keeping the family together and educate you. WOW

[@carmenj5045]

Also super organized and had children for all the right reasons 🙏🏽👍🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️👍🏽🙏🏽❤️👍🏽

[@Kenzi24]

I like this video because I grew up with not a very great mom and not a good example so it's good for me to hear about what a good mom acts like.

[@QueenNanaEva]

What a beautiful testament about your Mom. You are blessed. Amen about women needing more about real life.

[@kymberlysteiger8125]

You are so very blessed 🙏🏻 there are so many of us that didn’t have such an example, such love, patience, faith, honesty, forgiveness, unconditional love. I tried to take what I lacked in guidance, faith, love and bestow that to the best of my ability to my own kids. I fell short a lot of times but I am comforted knowing I was a better example. I wish I had been led to the Lord much, much sooner but I have him now and thankful I was able to find him through the haze, terror and pain. May God continue to bless you and your family 🙏🏻 Stay safe and healthy, in Jesus’s name I pray, Amen 🙏🏻 Love from California ❤️

[@MegaBreyergirl]

You are a precious daughter, so sweet to honor your mother this way. May God bless you and all you do!

[@reetayoung]

You have an awesome Mom and you're an awesome daughter. I only had 1 child and I wish I would have done half as good a job raising him

[@linak7155]

Loving your videos, Jessa! You hv grown so much as a Mom & as a Wife. Naturally, when you were a young single girl, it seemed you were much more concerned on your looks, now you are showing a maturity & a grace that takes years of experience to grow into This is a great tribute to your Mom! 🌹

[@joelleross5644]

Precious words about your Mom. ♡ Thank you for sharing.

[@lorettastephens7945]

I love hearing you talk about your beautiful mother!

[@cecizeni]

Your mother is a saint.

[@NikkiSchumacherOfficial]

It's important to say the good things about people while they are still here with us. Love this.

[@kristen7416]

It’s hard not to cry watching this. There have been several times that your mom’s advice has come to my mind. Even today I was having an issue with my teenager and remembered some of your parent’s godly advice. We mostly use ACE so my kids read a lot about missionaries but I might use that idea too. So glad you’re here too Jessa! 😊 Love hearing you talk about Jesus.

[@babewhowalks]

I agree, we need to see and hear Michelle more...she is full of wisdom

[@boricuaflutie4]

I love how you were raised in a Christian home that truly modeled Christ’s love ❤️ I myself want raised in a solid home so I look up to you guys.

[@naturally120]

Wow! Jessa, this has got to be the most beautiful video ever made! You are so eloquent with your words. You are very deep and the love in your heart for God and for your beautiful Mama shines through so much. Thank you so, so much for sharing. Your Mama is an amazing, beautiful, lovely woman of God. You are truly blessed to have her. And she is very blessed to have such a gorgeous, wise, godly, lovely daughter. God bless your family. Thank you for living for Christ and for portraying His amazing love to this world through your lives. Love you all.

[@doreenkendell6231]

U are so blessed to have such amazing parents , and U are an amazing wife and mother, I started watching your family on T.V back in 2009 when I had my first daughter I'm now a mum of 7 and have always loved all your mums parenting tips. Love from N.S.W Australia.

[@jukes243]

Your mom is a lovely, godly, woman. And so are you, Jessa. Your mom is blessed to have a daughter like you. TYFS.

[@destinycorn7404]

It's so cute when ivy said daddy! 💕

[@blessedandfavoured5941]

Your parents are truly inspiring. It is really nice to hear you praise them for their dedication, love, hard-work and God centred living. May God bless you Jessa

[@rachealrumbo4441]

Beautifully said. I too had a mom that mirrored yours. We are so blessed.

[@kkkeller5531]

Dearest Jessa, You are indeed blessed to have such a Godly Mom & Dad. Your Mom is such a precious sweet Godly lady indeed & to raise 19 children in the nurture & admonition of the Lord is so amazing! She is unique & one of a kind! And you Jessa & your reflect her image, you guys are living for God & raising your kids as you were raised & that isn't an easy job whether it be 1, 3 or 20! But your Mom God picked because she is so special & obedient to her God & your Dad also! I could say so many wonderful things about you guys & I will but for now, you are an amazing Godly young lady Jessa following in your Mom's footsteps! I am so for young people like you & your siblings it's so refreshing! I love you guys & appreciate Duggars so much! I keep you guys in my prayers, you guys face so much criticism sometimes, no one is perfect not till we get to Heaven but I'll tell if the ones doing all the criticism could do just one tenth of all the great things you guys do then this world would be a better place!! Keep looking up & God bless you richly & your sweet family!! Stay safe!! I love you all dearly, 🙏🤗❤🙏❤📖❤🙌🌹👍

[@laurenisamongus7294]

Love your videos Jessa and being able to watch your kiddos grow. Thanks for letting us be apart of their lives through videos!

[@lisaengel5243]

Can’t wait to watch. Pretty tired right now. But this will be great. The one about your dad was so beautiful. Your parents are equally blessed. I pray people glean from all your collective examples.

[@kayleegoff141]

On my dad's side of the family, I am in between two boys age-wise and on my dad’s side of the family, we believe in learning the hard way.

[@teresadoyle1396]

Jessa, your parents are a good example of what parents should be and it is very evident in all of their children. Thank you for sharing such a lovely tribute of your Mom. Stay safe and well.

[@larosey811]

Thank you for this. As a new Christian learning and trying to be the best mother that I can be, I've always admired your parents. I just never understood why so many people make a habit of bullying you guys. I always loved your shows. Matter of fact it made me want to know the Jesus that your family was serving. 😭😭😭😭😩😩😩 thank u guys. God bless you's all. I know we don't know you guys, per se, but we love you all with the love of Christ. Thank you 🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@nayelip2388]

Thank you for sharing your mom with us. 💛

[@chrisb5793]

God bless you Jessa for honoring your parents.

[@stephanieg5838]

So incredible, Jessa! Thank-you so much for sharing. This was a joy to watch and very uplifting❤️

[@oldskoolgypsy9204]

You have great parents God bless you all🦋💐👍🏻

[@tiffanyjetter7254]

Your hair is stunning!!!!

[@blondie4lyfe245]

So sweet!

[@emilymathisen7248]

This really touched me. Love you and your family.

[@alombardi82]

Thanks for sharing this loving and thoughtful tribute to your mom! She is such an inspiration!!

[@Amber_0081]

I love your sit down and talk videos Jessa, your such an inspiration❤

[@savannahyvonne7765]

This is beautiful! What wonderful memories!

[@robin6290]

Wow. This challenges me to be a better Mom. I don't think I could hold a candle to Michelle. I agree that the Lord is all over your Mom. I am taking notes (writing favorites, etc) and hope to come up with my own ways of making my kids feel special according to our own season of life. Thanks Jess!

[@juliabogataya7317]

Yeaaa another video!! It aweosme to here you talk about your memories and just taking a trip down memory lane! GOD Bless you and your family💕💖❤️

[@rachaelmilne5574]

I absolutely loved this.❤️ thank you so much for sharing!

[@eversosophi9653]

so much wisdom 💕

[@sally.thatgurl]

This was truly beautiful to hear. I'm a big believer in telling those you love what you are thankful for while they are here. It's so clear how gracious and patient your mother is. I'm so glad you made this video Jessa. It's so important to think about what memories and qualities your grateful for in your parents and to have them spread through generations. I see alot of your mother's nature in you and how you hold yourself. I get alot out of your videos and I'd really like to thank you for that!

[@amyd4797]

What a great list and tribute to your mom! I jotted many of those things down as well. Thank you for sharing. :)

[@audeliameza38]

I love you Jessa!! Thank you for the video!!

[@deniselaforgia874]

I have always admired your mom for all the wonderful attributes that you talked about. I love that you took the time to honor your parents this way. Thank you so much for this video. it’s so heartwarming to hear a daughter appreciate her mother like this, loved the memories !

[@christyrainier5042]

These are so special. Thank you so much for sharing 💖

[@btes9264]

I don't think I've ever heard anything so beautiful!!!!! What a blessing and treasure this must be for your mom! Thank you for sharing!

[@selahgrace7116]

Love this!!❤

[@zillycrew]

Thank you for sharing I really am blessed by hearing this!

[@yvettewalshe9130]

You made me cry! This was so sweet! You have an amazing Mom and I so admire her and all of your family! I am so glad that you did this for your parents! They will love this! God bless