Hang Out with This Homeschool Mom of 8 ║ School Week 14 │ Feat. ACE Curriculum

This week we're waiting for new PACEs to arrive for Judah. We're sharing a little about how we made our new "offices" and progress game boards. (We use ACE curriculum and our children are in 9th, 7th, 6th, 4th, 2nd and Kindergarten, plus two little ones!)
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[@harjotk9870]

Aww you're such a sweet mother. It was so heartwarming when you took Asher out to talk about what was bothering him.

[@paulaboynton2425]

Andrea....I homeschooled my son years ago, and let me praise you! From one mom to another mom, I am so proud of you! Way to go! Lucky kids!

[@gojenn0927]

I am amazed how Justus and Eden look so much alike - they could be twins! And birthday parties are so fun when each child loves the others do much. So sweet watching the older boys caring for Claudia and Sophia. There is so much love in your home! It warms my heart.

[@ev4549]

What a lovely family you have, I think that Eden and Justus look so much alike! Lots of love from the Netherlands. x

[@cahdmus]

I'm a 21 years old french college student, I have no idea how I ended up here but let me tell you, I was sick all week with the flu and your family made me feel so much better seriously ! You're all so sweet and nice, I didn't even know that was possible ! So, thank you, I hope everyone is doing alright :)

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Thank you and I hope you're feeling better!

[@FynnsMumma]

I love your videos so much Andrea! You have the sweetest family ☺, I look forward to your videos all the time!

[@onelittlemiracle241]

This is such an amazing video. I wish I had seen it when it was published, and Ms Andrea could know how incredibly helpful this will be for the students I work with every day who struggle. Such a blessing and a fresh approach that I will definitely share and employ to support my students. ❤

[@chelseabradley9195]

I always do a little jump for joy whenever I see that you've uploaded. I love your videos and your family so much!!

[@lellachu9933]

Beautiful family! Thanks for sharing, you really inspire me.

[@grahams691]

I just have to say how inspirational you are. I don't homeschool, only have two kids and have a completely different home set up. but I have learned so much from watching you about patience, putting family first, understanding your children etc the list goes on. thank you for being real, and making such awesome content!

[@maryphillips203]

My son in grade school did not fall into their "normal " narrow view of children. He was removed from class in a stright jacket he was humiliated in front of his class. I learned to mistrust teachers and we know better than the parents thinking. I wish I had home schooled him. Your doing great your children are happy and that's what counts. By the way he turned out just fine. Ps he did have some great teachers

[@SparklingFeFe]

Andrea, I love watching your channel and I admire all your patience !!! I only have 1 child and don't have nearly as much patience as you.

[@lmkays]

I just love how she was able to focus on each child individually. Giving them her undivided attention

[@Sammyrox1989]

love your videos Andrea thank you

[@LifeByJen]

Your children all so sweet. I find myself Saying oh Sophia is so sweet, oh Eden is so sweet. But honestly they all are just so kind and caring. I love how you spend one on one time with each one, taking them out to run errands etc! Have a great weekend Mills family!!

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

I am impressed with how they treat each other.

[@LifeByJen]

DrummerlovesBookworm oh I am too!! I can't say I've ever seen the kindness they show each other. Kids will be kids of course but how the older ones are to little Claudia especially is just amazing. Very good parenting!!!

[@vickifry466]

ur a brilliant mum and u have a fantastic family I'm a single mum to 3 little girls 2, 3, and 5 and sometimes it's tough but it's so worth every heartbreak moment xxx

[@Lainlein]

maybe you can use minecraft for interesting learning. like, how many blocks do you need for building x shape. additionally, diamonds and such are randomly distributed so this might also be fun for statistics and probability learning. maybe something like building some electrics would also be cool. with capacitors and coils you can build integration and derivatives. and you have small and very large numbers too.

[@souldawn2187]

Beautiful family!💏

[@erincooper2553]

I only really caught a few quick glances of it but I loveeee the hairstyle eden was wearing on the first day of the blog when y'all were wearing orange! She's so pretty!! I bet she gets it from you 😉

[@tkat8871]

The book you talk about is compulsory reading at the University I got my Ed degree at. It is so important for all teachers to understand all children learn in different ways. The tragedy of our current school system is that teachers do not have the time, resources, support to provide the individual programs some children need, although I know all good teachers try. Kudos to you Andrea for recognizing the need to change things for Judah. I know this video is older, would love to hear how each of your kids are doing this year (2018-2019) You mentioned needing a direction with your videos... your talent and creativity at teaching both your children and your you tube family might be a good one.

[@beccasbunny2496]

my 1 and 2 yr old love watching your kids- lol

[@ktm10593]

Btw I love love love your videos I literally have almost watched all of them I bundle watch them lol your such a great person!

[@annielemaster]

Another great one about personality types is the child whisperer. It is helpful to understand your kids.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

That looks like an interesting book. Thank you for sharing!

[@courtascot]

I like the way you work with Judah. And i like hearing about him. I think i was a different learner. I didnt do well in school because I couldn't keep up but my parents didnt work with me so its nice to see you work with Judah. I wish my parents did the same thing. I still have a low confidence level to this day. Good job Andrea .i love that you do extra things to motivate him

[@courtascot]

Sophia "what the heck" lol.what happened to Sollys chin.?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Who knows what happened to his chin? I don't remember but he's always putting a band aid on something. :) He had one in his hair for several days because he bumped his head and every owie needs a band aid. It was a real bummer for him when we finally made him take it off!

[@courtascot]

Lol Solomon is quite a character

[@gymstrip]

you are an inspiration.

[@elizabethkenyon1263]

spin in the chair and run, what a fun dad!! lol

[@pjl2963]

For anyone interested in purchasing a laminator, perhaps the most cost effective way of doing that would be to use a coupon at Michaels or AC Moore; maybe even JoAnn Fabrics?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Thank you for sharing that idea! One of the things I hope to incorporate more on my channel is a spirit of all of us contributing our ideas to help each other out just like this.

[@ashleysalsbury9701]

Asher and Judah's relationship reminds me of my older sister and mine 😂 we are best friends but we are always messing with each other!

[@Memeandthree]

What do you do if your hold isn't catching on? Ex if they aren't retaining all the letter sounds and having difficulty reading at age 7. I am struggling with what is best for my oldest child is is 7.5 and still struggling. I have 5 kids and she is the oldest so makes it a little hard bc I am pulled in a lot of directions as I'm sure you know how that can be.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I think that what you're experiencing isn't uncommon, but it can be distressing as a mom especially if it's your first time. The biggest key (which is still a struggle for me sometimes) is to trust that they'll get it eventually and go as slow as you need to. I think it's easier said than done when you feel you're going to be judged for doing it "wrong." There's a little book I like that has lots of fun ideas for reading, writing and math skills that I'll recommend. Just telling you about it makes me want to drag out my copy or a refresher!www.amazon.com/Three-Rs-Ruth-Beechick/dp/0880620749/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485655240&sr=8-1&keywords=the+3+rs

[@callumedwards6773]

Hi Andrea and family !

[@lynnwoodgeorge9827]

When I first started watching your videos, I thought Judah reminded me of my son. One day I was watching and my son says, "I like Judah He's just like me!" He tells me he wants to meet Judah now. Lol

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

That's cute! It's nice to feel like someone understands you.

[@lynnwoodgeorge9827]

I forgot to add my son has a Bible name too, Malachi, so they have even more in common :) I just love all of your kiddos. They are the sweetest and so cute! Keep up the great work and qualities you are instilling in them.

[@mahannamercer9669]

what do all of your kids want to be when they grow up? I plan on having my own photography studio, or doing photos for travel magazines and such.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

They all have those things that kids say they want to be (policeman, farmer, etc.), but I'm not sure what they seriously want to do. I don't think they really know either. We've been reading a book together that I'm hoping will inspire some thinking in that direction.

[@mahannamercer9669]

That's good that your at least helping them decide at a young age. It allows them to explore that career longer than others.

[@gymstrip]

how do you like those edison bulbs?

[@Amenhomeschoolers]

Do you have color printer suggestions? Your charts/posters look nice.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We have a Brother printer. I'm not sure what model it is, but they're great little printers. It doesn't print is brightly as our HP printer, but it's cheaper to run and does a good job. Laminating the charts makes them look really sharp and bright.

[@paigeking9910]

I wish I was able to help Asher with his math. I'm only about 6 months older than him but I'm in 8th grade, and I was one of the top students in my 7th grade math class (with 103% as my overall grade) But math has always been my favorite class.

[@brielynn]

I never would have guessed Sophia was only 2 years old, turning three. She is so well spoken, and advanced for her age.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

She does communicate really well. There have been a few people that thought she was older than Solomon.

[@beemeemee9051]

Hello... I was just wondering what program you are using with Solomon? My son is 4.5 years and I want to homeschool... what you are doing with your little boy is just wonderful! I love that the relationship between you is the priority and the learning a clear close second. I want that with my wee man on our schooling adventure. The way you do faith and family is just so inspiring! Thank you!

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We use ACE curriculum for all of our kids. Here's a video I made specifically about Kindergarten if you'd like to learn more about it. Doing Kindergarten with each of my kids has been a special time for us because we do get so much time one-on-one. I've always enjoyed each of their Kindergarten experiences. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6muin2notJ0m80

[@MomToMy8]

Where did you find the mugs? What a great alternative to color coding.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I get them from www.snapfish.com. I wanted personalized mugs for them so I used my PrintShop program to make their name in the font and color I wanted. After saving their names as picture files, I uploaded to Snapfish and had them made into picture mugs. We've broken one several times over the years but the pictures are in my on-line account so we just reorder a new mug. As we have new little ones I make new mugs for them, too.

[@justicesmith1904]

You're such a great mom!!!! Wonderful job!!! I was wondering does Thomas hang with his brothers? He seems much older/bigger though I know he's only a couple years older right?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Thomas does spend a lot of time with them after his school work is done; he also hangs out with Tom and I a lot in the evenings after the other kids go to bed. He's definitely moving into that more adult way of thinking that sets you apart for a time from the younger kids, though. His friends like to come over; thankfully none of them mind having little ones hanging out with them, too.

[@Tanya_loudestgarden]

Sorry I know I'm a pest with all the questions but you are a pro. We got the home-educators getting started kit. It says to not let your child work above their age. Before we got the kit we had tested our daughter and she tested out of level 1 math. We ordered level 2 and she's almost done with the first PACE. Do you/ would you ever let your kid work above their chronological age level? Do you know why they shouldn't? We aren't sure if we should just let her keep going and if we don't what do we do until august when she starts level 2 work?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

If I were you I'd let her keep going. Asher is the same way. Eventually he "hit a wall" and had to slow down in math, but he's still working a year ahead in all of his other subjects and does fine. I'm not sure what the reason is for the advice but I'd feel totally comfortable proceeding as you are and just slow down if it ever feels necessary.

[@Tanya_loudestgarden]

Okay, thanks. That's what we were thinking. In fact, we were a little confused because I thought the whole idea was individualized and self-paced work. We will carry on as we have been because she's doing really well and loving it. Thanks so much Andrea. It's awesome you take the time to answer all of these. Not very many youtubers take the time like you do. You are a great mom and a great mentor for all of us who are just starting this crazy adventure of home education.

[@bella-pd1ut]

We're did u get the stickers for the calendar ? I want to do that with my little guy 😉👍

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I got my weather stickers at a teacher supply store; these are the ones we have: www.amazon.com/Trend-Enterprises-Weather-Stickers-T-46039/dp/B000OMJUUK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485642642&sr=8-1&keywords=weather+stickers

[@bella-pd1ut]

Andrea Mills thanks

[@ggandbb1702]

You seem so patient with your family. Its lovely to see :)x any tips on how to not be overwhelmed with a family and stay patient? I feel like im always overwhelmed and i only have 1 child x

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Take lots of breaks! :) My aunt had 7 kids and she told me once that she liked taking out the garbage because it gave her chance to have a few moments to collect herself. When I'm feeling overwhelmed and start wanting to yell at everyone, I go get the mail or think up some reason to go the grocery store so I can have a few minutes. If I can't physically leave, I go in my room, shut the door and lay down for 10 minutes. So much of being overwhelmed is having so many demands and not knowing which way to go. Stopping is the best remedy because it reminds you that while it seems like these are all pressing problems, they can wait. It also gives you a chance to think through a plan of action so you can return to work with some focus. I have the luxury of having older kids to keep an eye on little ones, but in your case you can when you feel like you're going to freak out, put your little one in a safe place to play while you collect yourself. Even if he cries the whole time (I'm not sure what age your little one is) it still gives you a minute to walk away and regroup. And always remember that nothing lasts forever. Whatever you are feeling at any given moment is going to pass eventually and hopefully you can assess what's going on to make things work more smoothly going forward.

[@ozboy55]

So well said, you are such a inspiration to family's all over the world. Thanks for being a awesome role model for me and my family. 😀💖

[@ggandbb1702]

Andrea Mills thanks for all the lovely advice. :) its tough at the minute. she is 17 months and doesnt sleep very long without me there so i rarely get opportunities to break away but im sure i will and this rough patch will pass. :) im hoping to get her to her own room at some stage but it will be tough! thanks :) hope you and family have a great day :) xx

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

+Genevieve Carton That is tough. I remember with my first how hard it was because you're used to doing what you want when you want and all of a sudden you've got a little side kick that has a will of her own and nothing is simple anymore. I promise it gets easier. Half of it is accepting that your life is different now and it's okay. When you stop expecting things to go like they did pre-children (such as sleeping all night without interruptions, getting ready to go somewhere and not having a thousand hangups along the way or eating something without some little person begging for it) you start feeling better about life. Tom tells me to just plan that things are going to go wrong, the kids are going to fight and tattle, I'm going to be woken up 7 times in the night and then when it happens it's not unexpected. Somehow that' easier. Right now Sophia sleeps between us nearly every night (she comes in at around 3:00) and she's somewhat of a nightmare to sleep with. We've discussed multiple times (when we start complaining about it) that she feels so happy and safe right there between us and the day is coming when she won't want to cuddle with us.We know, it's happened 6 times before her. When that day comes we'll miss it so we might as well enjoy it now. Claudia is just the same age as your daughter. She's definitely getting to that willful stage. The other day she was being naughty grabbing things she shouldn't and she hit me. I said, "Hey, kid. You wouldn't even exist if it wasn't for me. I gave birth to you." She looked me right in the eye and said, "Stop it," like she didn't even want to hear about it! :)

[@thebudderdiamond6783]

You should put the ages of the kids in your description

[@thefarnorthhomestead3332]

Ok old school ace mom here. I still have the caset. Is that a dvd now?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We made a DVD for ourselves using the Kindergarten audio CD and flashcards. (For the number train, Tom used the number train cards to get the pictures, but then he animated it himself.) We did that back when we ran out of room to have a large bulletin board so I asked Tom if he could make us a "video bulletin board." We've been using it ever since.

[@thefarnorthhomestead3332]

HOW COOL!!! Your family never fails to impress!

[@sanctified1ne902]

When you were talking about Judah and his learning style, the thought popped in my mind that he's a smartie. I thought this right before you started talking about his Grandfather who was an engineer. As a homeschool parent myself, I have struggled with my sons because they just think differently than I do when it comes to school. Thank you for sharing the book. I may have to get a copy for myself.

[@kellistormont]

is the cool video part of the ace cirriculum

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We made the video several kids ago when we ran out of bulletin board space. We used ACE music and flash cards to create it. I wish it wasn't copyrighted material so we could _really_ share it with everyone because it's really handy!

[@ktm10593]

Is Judah delayed at all? Very curious I think you did a test before and he was a little slower ? My son test lower at school also but is so much smarter than they actually see based on there curriculum

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I wouldn't consider Judah delayed at all. Judah's a very smart boy, but he operates his own way. It was such a blessing to stumble across that book and have confirmation that it's just a personality type and it won't be changed. How then can we use his strengths to his benefit then? That's what we're trying to figure out. Tom had lots of bad feedback on his report cards in school but he's a very intelligent, capable man. Reading that book pointed out that he behaved just as you'd expect with his type of personality. I'm sure if Judah went to a regular school he'd be labelled with something. That's what is so sad to me. How many people go through life with the stigma of a learning delay/disorder when there's nothing at all wrong with them? We're going to continue to tweak our system with Judah based on his personality. To me, it's like me having a use a stool to reach things on high shelves when Tom can just walk up and grab stuff. I'm just making accommodations for who I am and fitting myself to the world I live in. (Hopefully the day never comes when someone decides that short people have a growth disorder that needs intervention!)

[@ktm10593]

Andrea Mills I love the way you think! I always struggle with the answers I get from the school because I know my son is more capable then they make it seem and then they set him back by giving him work that's for a younger level even tho I know he can do things at his level. Very hard to deal with especially because he's so hyper they just leave things that way and I have to just pick up the slack at home witch I'm okay with I do it and try my best the only way I know how. Any tips on starting to read? I so badly want to be the one to teach him seeing how it looks like they aren't going to go any faster on that train at school but I really don't know how I've known how to read since I was 3 but when I ask my dad how he taught me he says he's to old to remember so I literally am lost because I've never taught someone to read or even thought about it until now

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

One of my favorite books is called the 3 Rs. It's really helpful as a parent to give you ideas how to produce a learning environment and it gives lots of great ideas. I'm not sure if you'll find what you need, but it might be a good place to start: www.amazon.com/Three-Rs-Ruth-Beechick/dp/0880620749/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485655240&sr=8-1&keywords=the+3+rs

[@christyannatiur4918]

judah reminds me a lot of myself

[@jg2086]

this is random ahaha but im kindof having a hard time telling what eyecolors your family each have (like for example i thought justus' eyes were blue but then after a few videos i think theyre brownish green i dont know same goes with all of your family members except you bc i know you have blue eyes) Again this is very random (but this question is just going along in my head for days now) What eye colors does each your family members have? (this might be a stupid question but i just want to stop wondering what eye colors they have i keep getting so confused haha)

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

You're the second person to ask this in two days. Maybe there was something "eye-catching" about this video. Ha. Ha. Ha. Tom has brown eyes and of course I have blue. All of the kids have brown eyes, but most of them tend toward that brownish-greenish color rather than being a deep brown. Tom's brown gene is pretty powerful! Another thing _I_ think is interesting about our family genetics is the fact that not a single one of my children share my blood type while only 3 of them share Tom's. Five of them don't match either of us! I'm A-, Tom, Thomas, Asher and Claudia are A+, Judah, Justus, Eden, Solomon and Sophia are O+.

[@jg2086]

Andrea Mills Haha! thats crazy! i thought only a few kids had brown eyes! well thats good to know! i wont have to be like "oh she/he has nice pretty blue eyes and then after a few momebts later wait why is brownish green now? 😂 anymore!

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

Nice benches!!! Is Judah a future designer of all things??? xoj

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Sometimes he walks around saying, "I've got to build! I've got to build!" We found a KZbin channel that is awesome for explaining step-by-step how to construct buildings and things. Judah's in heaven. And as you saw in the video, he'd got an eye for design, too. He likes to sew. Last night he hung up a shelf we found in the attic that my grandpa had made him with his name on it. When he got all done he wanted me to come see it. (He used the drill to hang it by himself.) He had items attractively arranged on top of it and then I realized he had completely repainted the inside of his bed! He said he did it a couple of weeks ago, but I guess I'd never looked directly at it. One wall is a MInecraft scene that turned out really cute.

[@nynkeandreae7008]

Andrea Mills it would be nice to see a photo of his paintwork of he' s oké with it!

[@Amenhomeschoolers]

Andrea Mills can you share the website? Thanks. I have a son that loves to build as well.

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

So his favored math skills will be the applied sort rather than abstracts.....my son Noah is like that. He's a plumber currently heading up a huge and costly job. He says he loves plumbing because "It's like a puzzle." He's amazing with the budget stuff, too, because it's applied. I never thought I'd see him factoring costs and wages and stuff.....but he's struggling with the people management. "MOM, I DOWNLOADED A BOOK ON MANAGING PEOPLE." Bwahahaha. That's my boy. The answer must be in a book! How interesting to watch our kids. I believe my Noah has Little-Red-Hen-itis like I do and trusting others to do it right and on time is a challenge. We've been talking a lot about the wisdom of knowing ourselves well. These meetings you are having with your kids, Andrea, are so amazing because you are involving them in self-discovery and involving them in self- improvement and correction. You blow my mind. I hope other young moms are being inspired.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

+Mishka Fish kzbin.info/door/OUFSlpGiL9I3jPbt0vcI0A

[@raisingforhim3186]

You really are such a great mom. Will you make a tips for the first five years of child rearing video? I need tips. My son is 18 months and he's driving me crazy into everything! We don't use birth control and have been married four and a half years, but only one kid so far. I've had four miscarriage though... I love seeing your large family! I have so much hopes for a large family too.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I'm so sorry that you've had those struggles! I've had two chemical pregnancies in the last few months; it's the first time I've experienced something like that. I feel sad at the thought that I might not have any more babies! I think my estrogen levels are low so I've been using some herbs to bring them up hopefully. I can tell that there are some changes so we'll see what happens. Would you mind giving me some specific questions/problems you're having so I can know exactly what kind of tips to share? Thomas, my first, wore me out. He climbed everything, got into everything, broke everything, but it passes.

[@JessicaOwensful]

wow

[@phoebebirskys6072]

will your kids go to college?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Who knows? I don't necessarily want them to, but if they choose work that requires it then of course they will.

[@phoebebirskys6072]

is thomas considering going?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

It's not something he's planning at this point, but I don't think he's quite figured out what he wants to do in life yet.

[@melissag9428]

Solomon doesn't like pants haha

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

He's got a bit of the perfectionist streak and if anything gets on his pants- and I do mean _anything_ -he takes them off. The other day our dog touched his nose on Solomon's leg. Solomon doesn't like "black, cold noses" so off with the pants. (This too shall pass!) I told him he couldn't go to Sophia's birthday party without pants but he'd put all of his pants in the dirty clothes (including his sweatpants and the pajama pants he'd been wearing earlier in the day.) He ended up wearing some of Sophia's jeans; they looked like skinny jeans. So funny! You could really see it in the scene where he's walking into Burger King on Sophia's birthday party video. He's walking across the parking lot with his puffy winter coat, snow boots and skinny jeans. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGbWpoKgm69srM0

[@melissag9428]

Andrea Mills haha he has the most particular personality! That's what's so cool about his age group, their personality treats and phases come out so boldly since they aren't self aware yet

[@paulaboynton2425]

Speaking of pants......I used to let my son pick out whatever fabric he wanted, and I would make him some simple elastic waist pants. One time, he was probably 2, he picked out a navy blue fabric with red lobsters all over it. At the cutting counter, the sales lady said, "ooh! Lobsters will bite you!" I thought, don't say that! Well, I made the pants, but he wouldn't wear them for a long time. By the time he wore than, they were high water pants. Live and learn! LOL

[@mcg267]

Was Sophia saying what the heck? Haha

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

It was so cute hearing her say it in that high-pitched voice.

[@mcg267]

Andrea Mills I wasn't sure if I heard her right or not. She's a cutie pie.

[@catfeet9876]

Is Solomon going through the no pants phase

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Not quite yet. We're getting there, though. :)

[@emmeslife6301]

Are Justus and eden The closest to

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

They are very close. They all kind of pair up. Asher and Judah/Justus and Eden/Solomon and Sophia.

[@Kaykay-pb3bb]

was judah adopted

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

No. :)

[@tourettehero]

Solomon seems to be a bit OCD with certain things.

[@amystewart6193]

Are u guys doing some remodeling?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We're perpetually remodeling something. Several people have been asking so soon I'm going to do a walk through of the most recent improvements we've made to the house.

[@thebudderdiamond6783]

You have a dog???

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

He's a Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Knuckles. He and Judah are almost exactly the same age (11 years.) They're birthdays are just a few weeks apart.

[@gymstrip]

how do you like those edison bulbs?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I enjoy how they look. I don't like the super bright LED bulbs so I like that these have an amber coating to make the light softer. We bought 3 the first time (all they had at Walmart) and 2 of them didn't work. Hopefully it was a fluke. We bought 2 more and they seem fine. They're the Great Value brand from Walmart.