From TRAD Wife to Solo Homesteader: A Personal Story

In 2001, I married and started my life with someone I thought I would be with forever. We had two kids after four years of marriage and I became a stay at home mom aka Trad wife. This is my story of how I evolved into a single homesteader.
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[@kallysue1636]

I was married for 40 years and my ex-husband decided he didn't wanted to be married anymore. Never gave me a good reason why. So at 59 years old I live on my little homestead, work from home and trying to move on solo. I spend lots of time with my 4 grands.

[@gentohomestead]

Sometimes, rejection is protection. Thank goodness it was in time for you to pivot and start a new journey. I wish you all the peace and happiness you deserve. Enjoy your grand babies!

[@Eileen49654]

18 yrs ago my husband lost his then job. He sat on the couch sulking for weeks. One day I asked him if he wanted to go to the library with me. His reply was what would I do there, I don't like to read. I said maybe you can rent a free movie, or look at magazines. Instead he picked up a book called "The Gardners Bible" he started a garden that yr and since then he grows all our veggies and herbs. He cans or freezes the left over harvest for the winter. He's got his starter seeds going now, we're in Michigan so the seedlings will go in the ground in 4 weeks Nature and gardening is a life of bliss P.s. I'm a new subscriber to your channel

[@gentohomestead]

I am glad your husband discovered gardening. I have a copy of the Gardener's Bible, also. I love the reference style it's written in. Thank for watching.

[@rouseyournicholls]

Beautiful! I want to start a garden someday. Sometimes loses or changing jobs helps us find out things about ourselves that we didn't know. I am definitely trying to find my creativity through building out my van and documenting on my channel. I want a simple life.

[@gentohomestead]

@@rouseyournicholls I want to build out a van to travel to the national parks one day.

[@rouseyournicholls]

@gentohomestead I think that is a great idea. I am definitely want to do that too. This is why I have started building on my van and documenting on my channel.

[@marewaltwms1]

You virtually came to life after your divorce. Doing things that enhanced you and your gifts. Congratulations

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. I don't regret my marriage or anything in my journey. But you are right. I discovered myself after my divorce.

[@Arandomwoman]

Your story just proves how we only have ourselves despite marriage, children and friends. I hope you have healed before now and are back to what you love.

[@gentohomestead]

I am. I am very happy and at peace. I rather be at home than anywhere else now.

[@shex7873]

Your voice is like a warm soft hug. Thank you for sharing

[@gentohomestead]

Wow, thank you

[@stacistaci6657]

So inspiring! I finally found a black homesteader! 😃

[@gentohomestead]

Homestead Heart and Leadfarmer73 are just two I love to watch.

[@tmc1373]

There are many, but also check out Unimportant Homemaker. She's awesome!

[@stacistaci6657]

@@gentohomestead Thanks! I will check them out!

[@stacistaci6657]

@@tmc1373 I haven’t come across them, but I will sub them. Thanks!

[@NiaLaLa_V]

There are tons of black homesteaders in the vegan community. PBD Grey the rapper is one of them.

[@Tassi_Brookes]

“If I can be alone in the city, I can be alone on my homestead”, yes ma’am, it’s true. Thank you for sharing for beautiful story. I am sorry for the loss of your sister, I believe she’s in a wonderful place able to watch over you and her nibblings ❤

[@gentohomestead]

I believe that too. It turns out that I am no alone. My parents hijacked my move. But that's another video. lol

[@tanyaAR1166]

You showed up in my feed today, I watched your video, heard your story, in your sweet voice, and now I’m a new subscriber. 😊

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks and welcome

[@deedhlamini3325]

Me too!

[@Hannah_The_Elon_Jew]

Since courting

[@patsydarling160]

Same here and I’m so happy🎉🎉

[@gentohomestead]

@@deedhlamini3325 Thank you

[@ladyink77]

Thank you so much for sharing your story!! I find it baffling that most Mothers spend their lives comforting, consoling, and nurturing our families, but it is way too often that no one has the time to nurture us when we need! Nooo Bueno😕

[@gentohomestead]

I know. But I am thankful that I can pour into those now who comforted, consoled and nurtured me.

[@Poodle_Gun]

Way more comfy and wholesome than I was expecting from the title. 😌

[@gentohomestead]

Oh. Was my title bad? I am glad it was better than you thought. 😊

[@francesca3453]

“Life started life’n”. Yup!

[@gentohomestead]

It's like that sometimes.

[@catherinecox8921]

I am a Gardner recovering from a broken leg and yes, it forces you to take stalk of your life and what’s important. Your journey sounds amazing.

[@gentohomestead]

I hope you have a speedy recovery. Thanks for your kind words.

[@TheMiccoliGroup]

I too am recovering from a broken leg, in an rv and working on my online business.

[@catherinecox8921]

@@TheMiccoliGroup oh shoot, that’s crazy challenging. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@orchestrateacher4]

Yep. When my ex made me go back to work. That was the start of the end. I had stayed home and taken care of it all for 7 yrs.. I told him that we’d have more in the bank, but less in terms of familyness. Sad. He left us.

[@gentohomestead]

I am so sorry to hear that.

[@sct4040]

He wanted you to share his burden. He should share yours as well.

[@Alicia_W413]

I wonder if when they want you to go back to work if they’ve already planned their exit and want you to be self sufficient… it’s strange how divorce comes after. 😢

[@MillieMaa]

what a beautiful gift from your ancestor Grandma. My grandma grew up on a chicken farm, and my daddy grew on farmland in Virginia. It's hard hard work, so my hat is off to you!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. It is hard. I can't wait until I retire so I can do it full time. In the meantime, as a teacher, I have my summers off so that really helps.

[@janetcalvert3959]

So kind of you to let everyone know your important and personal story. So refreshing and humble. I feel.rhe same way about my time outside in my garden. Now we know why the world started in a garden yes? Take the best of care. And thank you.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@MA-mh1vs]

I bought my home in 2018 just a few months after my divorce. I don't have acreage but I have been on the journey to making a micro homestead on this little plot of land. Last year I went straight up vertically (no arched trellis due to space constraints) to maximize growing space and was quite pleased at how well everything grew. I learned just how much food you can grow in a front yard easement area by the electric pole, how big a melon can get and not break off and that the melon slings need to be stretchy otherwise it is an act of congress to get them out LOL. I have also learned where I made mistakes and this year is going to be a reset for most of my beds due to weed issues and greenhouse upgrades rather than growing a garden. If I can suggest one thing, extend your weed barrier well outside of your beds to keep weeds from creeping in.

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for the advice and sharing your experience.

[@franny5295]

Honey when things don't work out for you, they really work out well for you. You are blessed and highly favored. I hope you know that. Edited to add: Subbed

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much! I do know God has his hand in all of it.

[@nancyguerrero4688]

Looks like you’ve touched a few people with your video including me. Can’t wait to be a part of your journey or at least get to watch you ‘grow’! Blessings!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@AylaGrassrootGardens]

Love your story. I have been a single mom for 14 years and am about to buy a home. Currently gardening in my living room too. Loved hearing your journey. New Subscriber ❤

[@gentohomestead]

You can do it!

[@embroideredragdoll]

👑✨Behold a legend!✨👑 May your homestead grow verdant; food always be on your family’s table and health be in abundance!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@tamalaamissah4335]

Lovely. Looking forward to more of homesteading journey.

[@gentohomestead]

@@tamalaamissah4335 Thank you.

[@ericad8412]

I was incredibly lost after my last relationship but I realized thats where I can start from and go from there. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@gentohomestead]

You are so welcome

[@trimblessecretgarden3065]

You’re a lovely person Keep being strong

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you for your encouraging words and for sharing my video.❤😊

[@euniceo5345]

You just popped in my feed and what a blessing. I’ve never been married or had children but I’m inspired by you. You’re so resilient. Your story touched me. God bless you, your family and your precious garden.

[@gentohomestead]

Be encouraged. The best is yet to come for you. Thank you for your kind words.

[@queensbeautyobsession]

Girl this is the biggest inspiration

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. That's what I wanted.

[@samaholderfield1518]

How amazing I live on my family's land too. And garden and have chickens.

[@gentohomestead]

Isn't it wonderful to be where your roots are?

[@Indiamoon7]

Thank you for sharing apart of your story, your perseverance, your love for gardening & the ups & downs that lead you to where you are now ❤ Blessings to you!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@rebeccasigari4025]

Randomly clicked on your video and so glad I did! You have a gift for narrating and I can’t wait to hear more.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@beccanlevisalaska]

Depression is hard! Looking forward to watching more. ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. I still have battles but now that I know what I am dealing with I keep it under control. Gardening and chicken raising are my best remedies.

[@kimbers1238]

Everyone subscribe. Lets get her up to 1000

[@gentohomestead]

Awww. Thanks!🥲🥲🥲

[@tinachristine4573]

​@@gentohomestead I just subbed.

[@jamesbaxter222]

I just subscribed too.

[@TheMiccoliGroup]

Vitamin D3 for depression. Just a few drops daily under your toungue. Also vitamin B's.

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks. I am bad about taking my vitamin D. I have a to do better. Thanks for the reminder.

[@AI-ch3if]

The only thing that helped with my past, bad bouts of depression was deliverance prayer in Jesus' name. It worked -- glory to Jesus.

[@gentohomestead]

@@AI-ch3if 🙏🏽

[@rosedevereux2391]

Thank you. Is there a brand that you recommend?

[@tuter1972]

❤ I’m praying that you continue to be blessed with your beautiful story! You just got this new subscriber 😊

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!! Your prayers are appreciated.

[@ricecristi]

Your voice is soothing. 💕

[@gentohomestead]

Aww. Thank you.

[@noralaughlin9798]

I love how you shared your story. Wishing you a bountiful harvest and lots of happiness!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you! You too!

[@tippy7831]

What a really beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulatrybus7738]

I just found you and I am not leaving. God Bless you!

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for your kind words. God bless you, as well.

[@tomv8952]

Really cool story, thank you for sharing

[@rouseyournicholls]

❤ Don't know how you came across my channel but I am glad you did. I think it is great to rediscover yourself. As wives and moms, we lose and just plain ole forget ourselves. This is the reason why I have starting building out my minivan and documenting it on my youtube channel. I want to learn who I am again. Thanks for sharing❤

[@gentohomestead]

I want to convert a vehicle one say also. Best wishes.

[@rouseyournicholls]

@@gentohomestead 😊😊Thank you

[@Derricaluv98]

Im so glad I cane across your channel, im excited to watch your journey and learnmore about homesteading. Thank you!

[@gentohomestead]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@lastcallministry2020]

Beautiful story; very inspiring

[@gentohomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@myurbangarden7695]

I am so grateful you shared your victories and valleys. Thank you.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. Your kind words are encouraging.

[@TyGaMode]

So glad I’ve found this Chanel 🥰

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@jofree5090]

Happy Mother’s Day…that was a good story I hope you continue to have a life of exploring and finding what makes you happy ❤ thank you for sharing

[@gentohomestead]

Thank so much. My son loves Super Mario Brothers.

[@AL-ALady]

Beautiful voice and you are a vibe ❤️

[@gentohomestead]

That's the coolest compliment I have ever gotten. Thank you!

[@OkiChick302]

You are a pleasure to listen to.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@NeighborofKT]

You are such a resilient person! Best wishes on your journey.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@docfabz]

What a great story, thank you for sharing your life experiences. Also your voice and the background music really made me feel calm for 7 minutes. 💙

[@gentohomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@rosedevereux2391]

Love your pfp. 🐈🌺

[@VanessaLoveCounselor]

That was such a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@deegrant9584]

Love your journey.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@gisele2926]

Thank you for sharing your story. Beautiful!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. 😊

[@DivineFeminine99]

Thank you for sharing your inspiring story ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@thepragmatist]

This is an amazing story. Thank you!

[@gentohomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deborahevans4259]

Very inspirational. Thank you for sharing!

[@gentohomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@leilasimone4859]

I really enjoyed listening to your beautiful heartfelt story. So sorry for loss of your sister.. Interesting how all the events in your life lead you to begin to homestead. I would love to flow your journey

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. Yes, it is amazing how things come together. I do miss my sister but I feel her with me even more on my homestead. It's where we were raised as young kids with our grandmother. Very bittersweet.

[@lula1908]

Thank you for sharing your story 🩷

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you for watching.

[@ebrown7338]

Wow! What a tremendous journey thus far! Thank you for sharing and looking forward to more videos! Glad to have found your channel!

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@thebalancedmotherhood]

Your story is so incredible thank you for sharing ❤️

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for watching!

[@xletragedyx]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful, full life with us. I love this!

[@gentohomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@sinovuyobudaza7167]

You are an inspiration. ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Awww. Thanks so much. Have a great day.

[@JameeWoodard]

Such an inspiring journey. I love seeing you find yourself throughout your life. How it changed and got better. Thank you such much for sharing.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@ingridjacobs3960]

Amazing! Thankyou for sharing newly subscribed!! 🙏🏼❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for subbing!

[@amberabracadabra]

Beautiful story ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you! 🙂

[@CassandreAman]

God is blessing you!!! 🙌🏾 Keep keeping on!!!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you! You too!

[@phdiva1939]

💕thanks for sharing your journey. New subscriber.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.💛

[@benatural1306]

Subscribed, and excited to see your journey!

[@gentohomestead]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ElaineTheeiot-zm3ul]

Loved your story. I admire your courage and strength. Looking forward to more videos.

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for your kind words and encouragement.

[@chanelwoffard6613]

I love your story

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@roki5337]

Beautiful!!! Keep up the good work.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@skyrah1568]

So proud of you! Keep shining! You seem like such a beautiful and genuine soul❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@zeediamondsimon4342]

Good luck on your journey 👍🏾

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you! You too!

[@donnadivineprepping9742]

Inspiring story many blessings

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks again.

[@traceyschuster7067]

Incredible story.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you!

[@carolbradley4845]

Wow! Life is definitely a journey and it appears you are well tuned to what’s really important to you. New subscriber here. Love from Texas ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Yes! Thank you!

[@kat_roses]

what a beautiful story ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@lindaryan4148]

I just came across this video and I’m pretty sure you are my hero!!

[@gentohomestead]

Wow.🥰

[@thepottedplanter1184]

Looking forward to following your journey 😊

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@therealtifflove]

Wow so glad I found your channel and congratulations 🎉this channel is about to blow up!!! 🙌🏾😆

[@gentohomestead]

From your lips to God's ears. Thank you.

[@cathyjones3403]

Amazing life I’m going to watch your other videos ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. I hope you like them.

[@peggyward9592]

What a beautiful video! You showed up in my feed today. As a new subscriber, I look forward to seeing your other content and continuing the journey with you.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@Chkoubs]

I loved this video, long time I didn't see a video as nice as this one, love from Morocco!!!❤

[@gentohomestead]

Oh wow, Morocco! Thanks so much.

[@RuaWaterwalker]

God bless you!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you. God bless you as well.

[@jessicasweatt3247]

Wow this is a beautiful story

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@771blahblah]

What a great story❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@MissMiaAfroGoddess]

Wishing you all the best! Would love to hear more on the story of your grandmother and her plan to buy your family land, very cool

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@Itoshimi]

You’re just so adorable!!! I love your voice. It’s so soothing. I would love to hear you read an audio book for hours. So soothing. Please keep the videos coming. New subscriber!

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@ninadamiati8048]

Thanks for sharing; so relatable. You've got a new subbie in me!

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for subbing!

[@lightscameraalana]

This was beautiful

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@yardleyj9391]

I subscribed right away. I wish you a good youtuber journey!

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks so much.💛

[@elizabeththompson5503]

I love your outlook

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@Alicia_W413]

❤️love how you narrated your story and edited. Subscribed.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@BurbNBougie]

This is an amazing story!! ❤❤ Congrats on your journey 🎉🎉

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!! I watch you all of the time ***Fan girl, squeal***

[@selenas5415]

You have such a relaxing voice and your story is very inspiring

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@Uplift2023]

Beautiful video.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@morganbanuelos7918]

I've never felt so compelled to comment on a video before. Well I've never commented on one before now. But I'm so glad that I stumbled on this lovely video you made. Your story makes me feel hope.

[@gentohomestead]

Please be encouraged. I once yearned so much to homestead and didn't see a way. But I was looking to do it where I was. God had to open my heart to move. The land was there the whole time. My mom religiously paid the taxes years not knowing if anyone would ever live there again. Thanks for commenting. I feel honored.

[@6wasuri2]

Hello. Lovely storytelling. Subscribed.

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@tahliah6691]

I love to grow been doing it since I was a child….gardening is very therapeutic 🙏🏾🤩well done 👌🏾

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@mrs.germain4911]

Your voice is welcoming ❤

[@gentohomestead]

Thank you.

[@Mommabear30]

What an experience…I’m here! New subscriber. Here for the journey. ❤🌱🌱 Happy Mother’s Day!

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks so much!

[@user-cv3lc5lb5l]

Love your story! New subscriber 😊

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for subbing!

[@JackieKiadii]

This is a beautiful story. New subbie.

[@gentohomestead]

Thanks for subbing!

[@marygonzales5957]

Thank you for. Your vifeo on utube,! I rnjoyed, so much❤

[@gentohomestead]

I'm so glad!