First day of school

It's back to school time and it a very bittersweet day for us. Houston is off to his first day of school. I'm just not sure how I feel about losing my running buddy!

[@pegdeleo3874]

I love that this popped into my feed today. Time sure has flown by. Pre-K Houston has grown up so fast! As has Emmalee. Think of all your family has been blessed with in the past 7 years. There is more to come! God is good!

[@sharonspivey7913]

Dad gum Daniel...been catching up on back vlogs and this one of Houston's first day...man you made me cry...lol! Remembering when my two had their first day and my grandsons on their first days...WOW! Wish we had more fathers in this world like you....Backing The Blue ....

[@russellmalone428]

You are blessed with a great family. I was told many times to cherish my time with my son and daughter when they were young. It is easy now to look back and see how sage that advice was. You look like you are making some great memories. Job well done.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thank you... I'm sure it's good advise, I sure hear it a lot also.

[@gailwalker6872]

Just watched this, how sweet. Glad to see y’all made it to today. I love y’all and watching these beautiful kids grow up.

[@micheleyoung6118]

Omgoodness look at them, they are babies. All I could do is smile, until Daniel made me cry 😭

[@valeriestevens5250]

What a trip down memory lane. I've been following you and your family for close to 8 years and it's amazing how everyone has grown and changed.

[@vivianwilliams2216]

Houston was so adorable!😊👍💕💕💕

[@bridgettcovell3267]

One of the best videos of all the family.

[@Seabee644]

I been watching these videos nonstop and Houston keeps getting younger! He makes a great sidekick!

[@dirtcheapfarmer1855]

OH MY GOODNESS. .. Look how little they all are .... then you try and make me cry!

[@shanebenes1489]

Fickbish

[@dianekaib9488]

Watching Oct 2024. So glad to see this sweet video.

[@katherinefisher6847]

Hi from Iowa. I'm catching up on the early videos. It was so touching to see you talk about Houston as your buddy and how you were going to miss him. You two have a wonderful bond and he is learning so much from you.

[@joanlovelace6865]

Bless your heart your a real man who shows his emotions. I wish more men would.

[@ernestodelacruz640]

Omg I have been watching you guys for a while they have gotten so big now ♥️ God bless you 🙏😇 God is amazing 🙏

[@Hicks6family]

Real men ain't afraid to show their emotions. Kudos man!! New follower via DSH. Keep up the interesting content.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thanks! Glad you like the channel.

[@amandasweeney1594]

Hi

[@kduff1380]

Great memories. Enjoy every stage they are in. I have done the same thing - enjoying the my 3 little dudes with me around every corner. Be careful about the old saying "they grow up quick". Both of you are their foundation they will depend on later.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

I agree. Thanks

[@piecemealwisdom3248]

What a beautiful family you have there!!

[@pammiedoodle8693]

Awww, now I'm sad too😢 Thank goodness he was anxious to go, otherwise it would make it much worse! I guess you could always start all over again with kiddos!🙄😉

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Oh his mom even said once he got to class he was ready for her to leave! He definitely thinks he's ready for school... And that's a BIG negative on the more kids idea! lol

[@blessedspecialonesmom6923]

Awwweee. Mr you have me a bawling like id been whooped!! Lordy lordy lordy bless your heart I know this was made while back but still made me cry!! I know how ya feel tho!! Its hard your a bag of wrecked nerves while waiting for 9 months for them to be born then the wait for them to get to that age that they can sit up.then crawl then speak and walk then in blink of your eye They are off to HEADSTART THEN THEIR SENIOR YEAR!! My special needs son will finish school the 2019/20 school year and I cry thinking bout it I guess I should be happy he is going to be done with school but its a bitter sweet year he has loved school most years he cry to becuz. He didn't get to go on the weekend lol!! That says a lot to have a teacher that makes your youngin love going to school I think if I would have had teachers like them I know I would have never quit school!! Make a huge diff!! Ok I will stop now! You have a very handsome family and that Houston is something else and very very very cute!!

[@tedmaloney2092]

You're an awesome dad! Hang in there. Try to enjoy everyday. Even the hard ones. The hard days help you appreciate the good ones even more. Yep, I got a lump in my throat watching this one.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thanks, I appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@debannas4567]

First time to see this. I only joined you about 2 years ago. LOVED this!!❤️❤️

[@wildshaggyblue64]

almost got me crying.

[@huntingandfishing4959]

Same

[@sharonnowlin2297]

Oh, My they are so young!!! The big strong Trooper made me cry. It was a hard day for you!!!

[@noemisalamante3115]

It's really sad bcz you were left behind. I guess you've felt the same way when Weston first went to school. That's how i felt everytime i bring my kids on their first day at school, too. When they finally finish studying, you'll feel the same, too. And when they got married, it was an emotional moment for me as well. Well, i guess that's how parens are. Thanks for sharing this, Sir.

[@pmessinger]

Thanks for the reminder of why I'm glad I closed my studio (but not soon enough)!

[@thomaspenton2499]

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[@Dobiefly]

Omg Daniel!! How cute are all of you?!! I am a new fan of the channel. I found you because my 6 year old daughter is obsessed with becoming a KZbinr and this mamma has dreams of owning a farm one day here in Montana and was looking for inspirational content. My husband had been in law enforcement for 15 years also. He had wished in the WA prisons and was a hostage negotiater for SW WA and on the inmate recovery team there and also spent time working the Wildfire prison program also. He's currently on his way to the academy in Arkansas to be a officer for the VA here in MT. I am a hobby photographer/nursing student/and former stay at home mom of 3 beautiful daughters. Two grown almost and my baby girl. My oldest is a US Marine. So when I found your families page I just connected immediately. I'm sure your hear that alot. It is so nice to see normal on here though. Your family is just so beautiful and you all hold so many of the same values as my family. My 6 year old runs the show on our videos too. I have been just bing watching your videos here now for about a month. I fell and have been layed up and have to have surgery on my hip in a few days, so I mean I have watched ALOT Daniel. Working backwards and jumping around at times. I just came across some REALLY original videos tonight though and if you guys didn't find a way to be even cuter than you already where.. Haha 😂 it also made my day to see how "raw" those videos were cause I have been trying to practice making videos by watching yours and I just don't feel like I can get it but I promised and it's just so important to her so.... It was nice to see you look almost as uncomfortable as I feel getting started though, and lighting and framing. So much more goes into it than people realize. Anyways, it is just amazing to see the changes on your farm over the last few years and Houston. You are all truly blessed, Congratulations!! Stay safe out there and God Bless!! ❤️

[@pamgriffith1937]

Awe🥲… you’ll be ok daddy. I’m from the future and he grows into an amazing kiddo😉😂!! How precious all these memories are ❤️

[@mspeanut3857]

This video broke my heart I love your family god bless

[@vivianwilliams2216]

Daniel you are an awesome father, 😊👍💕💕💕

[@dorothyfeatherstone3017]

Awww been their done that making me cry too.💖💖

[@queenjessicapaige8645]

You guys are lucky! I'm jealous. I don't start school until the 22nd of August!

[@michelleowens2282]

This is so sweet. ❤

[@cathyaddison26]

I clicked on this video because the kids were so young lol love you guys from Arkansas

[@jjking316]

Awesome to see this old video pop up!

[@Dobiefly]

Ohhhh so sweet. This was me with every one of my girls. It kills you to let them go even for a little while.

[@AmandaGordonRareity]

I wish my daughter would let me do her hair like that. Lovely family. I just stumbled into your channel. Enjoyed. :)

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thank you. Glad you like the channel.

[@AmandaGordonRareity]

Arms Family Homestead check out mine if you'd like :)?

[@WCTarheel]

Daniel, I think when you watch this back, you'll be grinning like a fox eating yellow jackets. You've got an awesome family.

[@susanperez1622]

I totally understand! It can be lonely by yourself out there in such a big place!

[@issycol]

you guys are the best

[@lootllama8862]

It's ok Daniel, I'm from the future and you and Houston are going to be just fine, no worries, just fine!

[@milkweed697]

love the red cabinets♥️!

[@terrihartman3803]

I loved seeing this. It just popped up as suggested video

[@oliviapierce7065]

Love these videos. I would say they are family friendly.

[@carolyngaulin8297]

I love looking back in time is Sunday November 17 2019

[@kathyschmitt6809]

how small they are! you should show weston this bc i bet he’d laugh at himself trying to show off!

[@holland69home-stead]

Keep him excited 😊 🤗 🤪 just think of the home time you have to get the adult stuff done then he comes home do family time

[@sjward0007]

Aww gorsh ❤️😪 you made me tear up

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

It was a tough morning for sure!

[@yougotafriendinme5281]

Gosh!! They grow so fast!!!!💨

[@Seabee644]

Awwwww......dadgummit son.....you're killing me Smalls! I need to stop watching your older videos I guess. (wipes eyes)

[@sandybuchanan3479]

So sweet!

[@blondykay6]

You made me cry !

[@vlvtopcat]

Daniel wish I had a sidekick like Houston.He cool.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thanks, I'm pretty proud to have him.

[@JoelWelter]

Geez, why is school starting this early? I don't remember ever starting this early.... I think I went to school in all parts of the country, too. It's tough letting them venture out. Lose something, but gain something, also.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

This is about the same time school has always started here in our area.

[@Debbie27]

Whole new world ❤😢

[@sarahjane2647]

awww, you are having a moment

[@gonemadinmywonderland9291]

My youngest starts this year too (Sep 6th.) Part of me wants to celebrate, the other part of me wants to cry as well.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Yep, that's exactly right!

[@rheaadams1437]

Beautiful kids

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thanks.

[@towannalynn]

First Day of school is really tough for the parents of little ones. Mine started 10th and 8th grade today!

[@Sports-13tc]

So cute❤

[@susanprice3454]

Wow. I just had this one pop up and it made me a little sad to see those babies.

[@diannaclarke2758]

LOL the younger kids clothes match their bags.

[@dprrescue]

Daniel - this is how we fell in love with you and the family. Don't stray too far away here in 2020.

[@ngalinh7407]

😍😊👍👌👌👌👏👏👏💕💕💕

[@belindaryder7765]

Nice! You survived!

[@pac918]

So freaking cute 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@southerngrits920]

2023 and had to watch lol

[@pac918]

I love your heart 💞

[@lisapeck2617]

There's Always Bear ...He Can Be Ur Sidekick...

[@jaidensmith3531]

Weston flashed us

[@lyndawilliams8434]

Weird lol, kids in the UK dont go back until September. Hope the kids have a fab school career.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Yeah some schools start later here. We are about in the middle somewhere.

[@catlandrum9640]

Awww Daniel, bless your heart. I've never seen a daddy take it so hard. Savor the moments. There will be many. Take it from an empty nester.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Yeah I guess I'm just a big softy! lol

[@beverlyroberts8243]

I remember that feeling

[@CamppattonFamilyCompound]

First days are tough on child and parent.

[@1Vth3rapy]

My kids always said they would have graduated by the time I took the pictures

[@maureenahad7614]

Awww Daniel it’s ok, men can cry. Not to worry though real men’s eyes leak. 😭

[@kjanimallife3879]

Aww! You made me sad Daniel...

[@wyllamendoza8866]

Sweeeeet... Weston's shirt...ha.

[@landonmott2035]

What happened to your ford David

[@bearpawtimber8739]

❤

[@gagebrown8231]

Thanks

[@gagebrown8231]

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[@gagebrown8231]

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[@Tjfarms24]

Oh my goodness Emma an Huston we’re so little

[@joseph1505]

What was Weston wearing?

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

He had football practice first thing of the day. That's not his school clothes.

[@joseph1505]

@@ArmsFamilyHomestead oh, I really thought he was wearing that to school

[@karenwebber9200]

I remember my only..... now he is 33!

[@micheleemiller]

Little Houses 💕

[@callen5713]

Is always hardest when your youngest starts school 😭

[@usakiwi5222]

Awwww You will have your side kick on the weekends. Wait a sec....not back til 7 - what kind of Pre-K you all runnin up there?? LOL I guess I'm gettin old, in my day those little mini humans got out at noon. Bigger problem ---->Who is going to carry the watermelon? HAHA

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

lol, I guess he just spit out a number when I asked him a time. There's no way I'd leave him at school that long!

[@BillSmith-ut5li]

Talk to mama maybe you can get a new youngest. LOL I'm sure Emily would love to have little sister.

[@donnaschulz597]

I’m fairly new and this is the oldest video I’ve seen. Remarkable what has happened in 5 yrs.

[@AllySenterfitt]

Ya'll's school must be real relaxed with their dress code. Skin showing like that would get you a wardrobe change and later detention if it kept happening. -- The last one going to school is difficult

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Well if your referring to the way the oldest is dressed, its because he has football practice first thing in the morning before school. So he wasn't going to class dressed like that. He took his school clothes in his bag and changed after football practice. I was actually surprised that his mom let him dress like that for her pictures!

[@AllySenterfitt]

Gotcha. It doesn't bother, personally I think a lot of schools are a bit overboard on their dress codes.

[@sherryandarthurpower9006]

very cute tfs

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Thanks.

[@braydenjackson8094]

I’m surprised westons school lets him were shirts like that

[@hikefar82]

Brayden Jackson he is going to football in the morning as his first hour then he will get ready for school

[@HoneyHollowHomestead]

That first day is the hardest. However did you manage without Houston there to make sure you were doing stuff right? ;P

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Oh I'm sure he'll tell me about everything I did wrong without him when he gets home.

[@oldtownhomestead9295]

we are done with school . one went to the navy and the other to the army.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

Wow I bet that's much more difficult to swallow than the first day of school.

[@oldtownhomestead9295]

way hard, but very proud of my girls.

[@kialee8199]

I am from the future and I I will tell you that it is OK

[@va1adinn735]

He will come home at 7:00? That is the night

[@shailen06_45]

They was so small 😳😳

[@lafreckles66]

I know how you feel.

[@nub9688]

The kids look like your lil siblings, hehe.

[@ArmsFamilyHomestead]

lol... Maybe I'm young for my age!

[@MO_Outdoorsman]

My mom would not let me wear what weston is wearing.

[@gavinpowers2196]

ya My mom dose

[@adairbell754]

I do

[@BillSmith-ut5li]

You've got bear Bella and weiner dog goat chickens and poodle donkeys how can you be lonely. Kitty cat will keep you company