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[@AcreHomestead]

In the Costco shop with me, I talked about how I am not a fan of Glide floss but I didn't let you all know what kind of floss I like. Reach amzn.to/3TbD0wt and Cocofloss amzn.to/3UwOdsI are my favorites! I am also a big fan of floss picks amzn.to/3hn6f2k! Thanks for being so interested in oral hygiene!

[@conniealmeida3373]

Thank you putting the floss you like.

[@nicole3977]

With electric toothbrushes coming up on sale do you have one you'd recommend over another Becky?

[@AcreHomestead]

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[@nicole3977]

Thank you ❤️

[@taneriapollins9225]

I listen to homemaker chic podcast they use American blossom linens for sheets. They are expensive but 100% cotton and American made. I haven’t brought none yet but I want to try them

[@mainenanabear9746]

Hi Becky. In some places there is an egg shortage. Two small grocery store in my area were completely out of eggs. I just donated 6 dozen to the food pantry in town to help out. Going forward we will be donating more to the food pantry as we have an abundance of eggs (both chicken and duck) so we are blessing others.

[@annsmith7207]

Thank you for your thoughtfulness of others who have far less! It is essential that we share abundance! ✨🌞✨

[@EmpathBonz]

Thank you so much for sharing your abundance!

[@phyllisbakercoffman8988]

God bless you ❤

[@mainenanabear9746]

@@EmpathBonz We are happy to do it. I usually gift my childrens school(for staff and faculty), our letter carrier, our neighbors with our extra eggs. Its small but I believe every little bit helps.

[@JanalynVoigt]

You are awesome, donating to help others. Thanks so much!

[@rachelcrenshaw363]

Becky, I'm most impressed with your ability to film in public!! I felt like I was in the store with you!

[@izzyfiasco3207]

FYI: PYREX is not the same as pyrex. Products with the name 'pyrex' (all lowercase) are made by a company called World Kitchen and are made out of clear tempered high-thermal-expansion soda-lime glass, which has a lower thermal shock resistance, making them susceptible to explosions in the microwave or oven. You can identify them by the lower case logo. Products with the name PYREX (all uppercase) are made of clear, low-thermal-expansion borosilicate glass and are not susceptible to explosions in the microwave or oven. They can be identified by the logo which is in all upper case letters.

[@muddyriver1235]

Wow, thank you, I did not know that. I know I have really heavy PYREX and some lighter weight, sure enough the lighter weight are lower case Pyrex.

[@milarmoore3320]

Mind blown!

[@osmadchlo]

The company was sold off and yes, the glass is different. You can tell the difference by the logo and there is a blue tint to the newer glass formula.

[@lorendickens6522]

I use my vintage Pyrex from my Mom and Mother in law all the time. You can usually find vintage Pyrex at thrift stores like Goodwill. They can go directly from the refrigerator to the oven with no worries.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Thanks for the tip!!!

[@susieyarbrough9845]

I chuckled when you did your “tah-dah” pose in the green coat then turned around and saw the worker 😂. You really are so “chill” just walking around talking to the camera. I’m impressed by that and aspire to be more like Becky in not being concerned what people think!

[@Cole_Cross]

she looks soo good IN THAT COLOR!!!! I find myself doing this all the time, sending vids of things to the husband. people always laugh at me :) it's good times for everyone.

[@JanalynVoigt]

Watching you go squirrel at Costco was a lot of fun. "And now, let's go get some groceries..." And suddenly we're looking at Christmas trees. Love it.

[@lucaangelo8356]

Hello how are you doing, and how is the weather over there ?

[@pallor17]

I was going to say the same thing, lol.

[@SelinaEdwards]

Becky! I love how you are totally talking to us via camera while at Costco without care in the world. I wouldn’t have the courage. Lol! 😊

[@KimClark61]

I know, she has become a pro at this!

[@donnabowkunowicz8459]

I love having mismatched wine glasses, thrifted. It’s a great way for guests to identify there glass and adds a touch of whimsy to any table.

[@AcreHomestead]

great idea!

[@rebeccagray2591]

That is a good idea for sure. My husband and I have been going through all of our kitchen cabinets (as we are finally able to put new cupboards in), my husband made the comment of us probably getting rid of the wine glasses that don’t match (bringing them to thrift store as there isn’t anything wrong with them). But I don’t think so now. That is a great idea. Thanks! 😊

[@JC-cu2xf]

Becky don’t forget the dollar store for holiday decor. The have been amping up their game lately. Hope that helps 😊

[@Camille_Boomer77000]

Boursin is something we use a lot for cooking in France. You can add it like this: - add it to scrambled eggs - As an appetizer by rolling a slice of ham and stuffing it with the cheese - same as above but with beet this time (my favorite) - stuffing chicken breast - add to your quiche batter - mixed with beets and served as a sauce with gnocchi These are a few boursin recipes that are common on France.

[@RivanaNightwish]

Du vin, du pain et du boursin as the saying goes ;)

[@kikilove1029]

If you get wet measuring cups, go with the pyrex! They are surprisingly useful. Melting butter/chocolate chips in the microwave will never be so easy, or use so little dishes! lol

[@jenniferaustin9647]

Those 3-tiered carts are a must-have for post partum!! Roll them anywhere you need. Stock them with diapers, burp cloths, snacks for mom, breast pumps/ accessories if you're into that. So handy!

[@danam.8709]

Brilliant idea for a shower gift !! In addition to requisite baby items and the Mom treats maybe some Mom self care !?

[@kelseyblackwell5217]

I second this! I have a 3 month old, and having a cart to put diapers, clothes, etc has been super handy.

[@jasminecurrier7838]

I came here to say this! I had one in every room with diapers/wipes/ pump parts (and snacks 🤣)

[@patriciarussell7487]

My daughter had one right by the rocking chair!

[@samanthaprev6792]

I second this!

[@mid-centurymoderngirl8271]

Girl!! Get that coat!! You'll have sweet baby in December, so you'll need it after!!! Love your videos!! Thank you for taking your friends along!!!!

[@VickiTheCraftAttic]

I love how comfortable you are filming while walking around the store alone, speaking only to us. I watch the faces of the shoppers in the background; some are oblivious and others kind of give a side-eye look wondering what is happening 😆

[@sbaker3426]

I like that emmymade blurs the faces of people that come close to camera range in her videos.

[@erikalouwrens3992]

Becky is so natural...nothing is EVER forced or exaggerated. I'm privileged to call her my friend!

[@EmmaAppleBerry]

@@sbaker3426 agreed i feel weird seeing people who didnt consent to being filmed have their faces on the internet. Its bad enough we cant consent to all the cctv etc nowadays. Filming people in public is unavoidable but invading their privacy isnt. I really love that majority of japanese based vlogs and their tv blur the faces of everyone who hasnt specifically consented to being filmed. I wonder if emmy picked that up being japanese herself.

[@angelasharp8851]

@@EmmaAppleBerry emmymade isn’t Japanese, she’s Chinese-American, but she did live in Japan

[@lorisarchet7732]

Hi Becky! Don't plan too much for yourself this holiday season. Your first baby could really be hard in the beginning. Please remember to give yourself the grace to rest. I don't want you to get overwhelmed....you don't have to make the gingerbread house if it seems like too much. Take good care of yourself!!

[@Shellocs817]

You did it again, Becky. I've always thought "shopping videos" where the most pointless thing. Why would I want to watch someone shop? But let me tell you, I really enjoyed this video. Costco and Target are two of my favorite places to shop. It was wonderful to see all they had to sell because I haven't been to a store in about a year. I fell very ill and no longer have the strength to leave my house. It's so sad...but watching you slowly go through things at Costco was something I have missed for a very long time. It beats online shopping for sure! Thanks for being such a blessing to us all, girl.

[@lynn2574]

PNW’er here- the worst of our winter is usually Jan/Feb- your postpartum time. I think the size you bought will be perfect. 😊

[@sewingstoryprojects6178]

Becky can I just say that you did an awesome job holding the camera and chatting to us while you were shopping.

[@ashleighhuda8776]

I was just looking at my messy house like man I hope Becky posts a video today. Anyone else have a Pavlovian response to clean whenever you watch her videos lol

[@kennieloo6357]

Yup lol. Best background videos

[@everlastingcurves]

😁👍 You're in good company Mama! LOL! 🤗

[@quinnhen2325]

I want to bake or cook when her videos go up. 😁

[@alannagilmore8982]

Yes!! She motivates me so much!!

[@robinjohnston8180]

I use the rechargeable oral b and a water pick on my teeth! My gums still look like they are receaded.

[@vickiblizzard1001]

Becky, one cup is one cup is one cup. Part of the difference is convenience of measuring. In order to have one cup of liquid, you have to pour to the brim of a dry cup, making it more likely to spill the liquid as you move the cup to the bowl. The other difference is accuracy. If you measure dry ingredients in a spouted liquid measuring cup, you can't level them off, making it easier to overmeasure a cup of flour/sugar/whatever. This probably doesn't matter in something like bread, where you add flour gradually and work by feel of the dough, but it will matter in cakes, which depend more on chemistry to have a good bake so your ingredients need to be accurate, which is why some people prefer to measure by weight instead of volume. If you're having good results, definitely don't stress over it. I use my dry cups for everything, I'm just careful when I transfer liquids.

[@michaelk3797]

Actually you have to use the different measuring cups. A dry measuring cup is designed to level off the top of dry ingredients. With liquid ingredients there is a meniscus(due to surface tension) which requires you to measure to the bottom of the meniscus rather than the top.

[@laurieclarkson9180]

I always wondered about that, thanks guys!

[@comenowletusreason6330]

@@laurieclarkson9180 I used to think they were different until I tested it out of curiosity. I filled a dry measure cup with water and poured it into a liquid measuring cup. They were the same. I wouldn't put dry ingredients in a liquid measure, but you can definitely put liquids in a dry measure.

[@debbieshulman3711]

I like my glass liquid measuring cups. I have two. I have a one cup and two cup. They last forever.

[@debbieshulman3711]

Home Goods has great bath mats. Maybe go online and order towels from someplace like Costco or Target if they don’t have the color you want Does your jacket zipper allow you to open at the bottom? Lots of questions and comments Ikea good for wine glasses

[@tazchillin]

As long as the tree looks realistic (mine does) the pre-lit fake tree is the way I go. It is SO much easier and it is so beautiful. No watering and the tree gets to stay in the ground doing the work it needs to do. :) I do miss the smell of a real tree sometimes. The white bowls are amazing for salads. For people who may not know if you look at the price tags at Costco and they have * on them that means the product is not being restocked anytime soon. So if you like it buy it.

[@stephanietaylor8615]

Yes, I love the ease of a fake tree, but it really makes a difference to have a nice one that looks real!

[@tazchillin]

@@stephanietaylor8615 I agree. I bad looking fake tree is not good. I got really lucky with one I found on Overstock but that was several years ago. Now I think the ones in Costco look really amazing.

[@Leilajc]

Hi Becky!! I love it when you call us friends! I hope you've had a wonderful weekend!!?

[@maryloumottola3721]

OMG Becky! I JUST started the video but had to pause it to say I am in awe!!! Girl, 8 months pregnant and planning two big parties?? I'm hanging my head in shame! LOL

[@k.a.gifford5730]

Becky, I took a tub of the cranberry jalapeño spread and added chopped rotisserie chicken, diced apples, slivered almonds, chopped fresh spinach and grated cheese. I spread it on flour tortillas, rolled and cut into pinwheels. They were quickly devoured! My son said "Forget the pinwheels! Just give me this as a burrito next time!". Love you, friend! :)

[@pamelar5868]

YUM!!!

[@KimClark61]

Wow, that sounds so good!

[@Mom-pu8vt]

Great idea! Thank you!

[@ptopasna5]

That sounds really good, thanks for the tip... is it really spicy? I'm a wimp :)

[@k.a.gifford5730]

@@ptopasna5 I'm a wimp too! The added ingredients toned down the heat. Its also good on little toast rounds, or crackers, or as a dip. ☺

[@emmakuzmaski]

Someone mentioned displaying holiday cookie cutters in a pretty jar in your kitchen for decor, thought that would be so cute with your other jarred goods out and about 🥰

[@kristenevans4557]

Hobby Lobby has a TON of stuff for Thanksgiving. 👍🏻 That coat looked super cute on you.

[@teresaroubal7237]

After a long week of handling my MIL's death, visitation and funeral.. I needed a video of our wonderful Ms. Becky

[@catherinebarlow3079]

Sorry for your loss

[@teresaroubal7237]

@@catherinebarlow3079 Thank you very much appreciated

[@chrissihr1031]

Becky, hang your old white bath towels up outside to dry on laundry day! The sun naturally bleaches and sanitizes fabric. It’s why moms have been air-drying cloth diapers and bedding for decades. Nothing brightens whites like sunshine. You may have to hang the towels outside a few times on each side if they’ve gone really grey (chemical bleach tends to turn whites very grey over time), but after a few wash and hangout cycles, they should be noticeably brighter and whiter.

[@velvacrosby-wakefield4550]

If you have a stain on a white shirt, dress, towel etc. You can put lemon on the stain then lay the article of clothing stain side up on the grass in the sunshine. There is a chemical reaction between the lemon and the grass that will remove the stain.

[@loveyourselfplease6842]

This trick with a little vinegar mixed in with your wash is falling into the long lost secrets category. There's also something special about the smell of clothes hung up outside

[@chrissihr1031]

@@velvacrosby-wakefield4550 I’d be hesitant to lay any white garment directly on the grass 😆, but the lemon combined with sunlight will for sure lighten the stain, even just laid out flat on a patio table. The lemon gives the sunshine a boost, but sunshine alone will help lighten stains, too, especially sweat stains under arms and around collars. 👍🏼

[@Future_Rebellion]

What the heck, I've never heard of this before! Cool 😀

[@marys_33]

Wow! thats a great advice, never heard about it. Thank you :)

[@dylan1962]

Hi! When I saw you mentioning the organizers 13:15 in, I thought I should mention that the ones with wheels are perfect for the recovery period of post partum. You can easily move them around and tuck all your necessary goods you’d be using during that time for both you and baby. Not sure if this would be ideal for you personally as everyone’s experience is different but I felt I should share the idea! ❤️❤️❤️

[@rebeccajones1120]

I can’t believe you are almost a month away from baby arriving! You look so good ❤

[@sharone9751]

I've had the same fake tree since 1984! It's German, looks real, and cost $350, which was a lot at the time. It has lost a few branches but it holds ALL of our ornaments that we've collected on our travels.

[@marymalady462]

Oh boy Becky. I was doing well, enjoying your video, and then you laid the five bath mats on the floor at Target. I broke out laughing because that's exactly what I do! Thank you for a wonderful video and for bringing us all along.

[@kyliemunday]

Hi Becky. I bought a spray can of scotch guard I use to cover my slippers with. It easier to wipe off spills and keeps them looking good.

[@sheriyonker4830]

This is s such a great tip!! Thank you for sharing this!!

[@rebeccajones9735]

I made a gingerbread house for my grandmother one year and she literally kept it on a table in her dining room for several years!!

[@rebeccajones9735]

It was the German version of gingerbread called leibkuchen (sp?). Very sturdy and I made royal icing to hold it together and decorate (has no fat in it). I made it before I was married, so it was probably 40 years ago.

[@emilygardner]

The fresh produce from the grocery store is not nutritionally bad. It's really important to not accidentally shame people out of buying what they can afford. Your words are so powerful, and so on this case I wanted to provide my concern. I'm a registered dietitian with a BS and MS in nutrition. I really recommend buying frozen if you're super concerned about the date of picking vs date of purchase. The nutritional value in fresh and frozen produce is too similar to worry about the date of picking. I do agree with you on growing what you can and buying local. But remember that a lot of people can't grow it. We don't want them feeling guilty for buying the squash picked 1 month ago with insignificant vitamin and mineral losses compared to home grown squash. I love your content! This is just the second time you've mentioned this concern, and I want to reassure everyone that it's not a big deal.

[@gelwood99]

Pro-tip for the gingerbread, roll the dough 1/4", and prebake the sheet for 5 minutes before cutting out your pieces. We made hundreds at the bakery I retired from and pre-baking will stop the shape from changing as it finishes baking and gives you clean lines.. Use a sharp knife to make your cuts, long lines can be made with a sharp bench scraper too. Royal icing is what you will need to hold the pieces together, it is made with powdered egg whites which would be easy for you to make with the freeze dryer and your own egg whites to make a stiff enough "glue".

[@AcreHomestead]

Thank you!!

[@sknap2728]

Thanks. Great tips

[@jennynevers4811]

Becky, mushrooms freeze beautifully, you can get as many as you'd like and freeze them in your preferred portion size and never have them go bad on you again. (They were one of the first things that i started to freeze to preserve, and i still always have frozen mushrooms on hand now.)

[@amyjohnson7729]

I've frozen cooked. Do you mean you can freeze them raw? 😲

[@abbylynn8872]

@@amyjohnson7729 yes, you can freeze them raw. There are some really great Korean channels here on KZbin that share preparing and freezing vegetables. Do a quick freeze for like an hour, then separate them so they don't stick together, package back up an toss in the freezer. If you have enough room, you can place them on a cookie sheet spread out and freeze, then package up.

[@rowantreehoneybee3486]

Years ago, the first nice dinner I cooked for my husband when we were dating I made chicken croquettes. I got the recipe out of a Southern Living Holiday recipes cookbook. The chicken breasts were flattened and stuffed with an herbed cheese before finally being wrapped in puff pastry and baked. I used the Boursin herbed cheese. He proposed six months later.

[@bethbarker3150]

Great story! ❤

[@whitestone4401]

I also use it in mashed potatoes, delicious!

[@dianamallory8535]

Girl you need to go to the dollar store for holiday decor! Especially for floral picks!

[@jennifersmith8640]

That's exactly what I was thinking when she was at Target. You can find so many seasonal things at the Dollar Tree that look just as good at a fraction of the price.

[@jameyfisher423]

Yes! And good chargers!!! I told her that too!

[@amandabowman1699]

What a treat to be gifted a Cutco knife! Cutco is a fantastic product!

[@ChelseaNichole2911]

Your baby bump is so cute! My vote is that baby is a girl because I had huge fruit cravings with my daughters’ pregnancies. ❤️

[@rossicastellanos1333]

I did too. ! Also, I ate alot of meat..loo

[@janw491]

The hardest thing about shopping is sorting out needs and wants 🤪

[@rhondaalbrecht]

And having the wherewithal to say NO to the wants, when you don't need them... yet.

[@deannaharden7411]

Hi Becky, Hobby Lobby is a great place to buy your various holiday decorations. Also. Kohls has good bath towel.

[@marlynejoiner7808]

Yea Becky, we say the same, the day our whole family could get together is the day we celebrate the holiday

[@scout72430]

I don't think those packed on dates were bad at all!! Especially considering all the labor that goes into picking the food, then sorting it, packaging it up and then not to even mention the driving it to where it needs to go!

[@SozoSeasonFreedom]

Not bad for a store maybe, but when you're used to actual garden fresh, two weeks is a big difference taste and nutrition-wise.

[@zoerice4227]

@@SozoSeasonFreedom there's not actually all that much of a difference nutritionally in pre packaged produce, frozen or refrigerated. There was a study on it, though I don't have the link handy rn. It's kind of one of those things, like the idea that salsa is "less healthy" than "pure" veggies and fruits, that doesn't really ring true scientifically.

[@irenejones7485]

This is so soothing. What a nice outing - thank you Becky.

[@kathyritscher9459]

We are celebrating Thanksgiving the 4th of December. I agree. When the family can all be together is more important than a date.

[@PamDonnelly]

Becky, I say keep the coat. I had a winter baby and near the end I couldn't zip it up but appreciated having it afterwards.

[@teresadrigotas113]

Also for the shower liners and bath mats.... You could have bought 2 of those sets at Costco! You could have 2 shower curtains and liners for the one but use the mats for the other bathroom in the extra set! 💓

[@Mary-fy3tc]

That Thanksgiving dinner section at Costco would be great for donating to another family. Thanks for showing that!

[@barbtherkelsen5420]

When we were in Cle Elum, we always had a fresh, real tree, but now that we've relocated to New Mexico, I've learned that real trees are kinda out of my price range...we found a very nice, fake tree, that I decorate the heck out of, and it looks great! Love your channel, Becky, and thank you; you have inspired me to try gardening here, in a new planting zone! We enjoyed some cukes, and a few hot peppers. We've only been here for 10 months, so this next year I'll be planting and experimenting a lot more :) Keep on doing what you're doing, and sharing; I love all of your videos! Signed, a retired, relocated PNW grandma

[@hookalyssa]

watching your videos puts me in such a cozy, happy mood. I just wanna cuddle up while it's raining outside and watch you cook in your kitchen all day lol thanks for bringing us along! Hope baby is treating you well and not causing you too much pain, keep up the great work

[@adannaakujinwa5728]

Hi Becky, I normally don't comment on videos but i just wanted to let you know that i absolutely love your videos and look forward to them everyday!

[@Bnsmimi]

I was always a real Christmas tree person until I inherited a beautiful fake tree. With the lights already on the tree it was just so easy to put up that it changed me to a fake tree person. I switched to all white dishes and serving dishes about 10 years ago and I highly recommended it. They go with absolutely everything. I have also switched to all white towels, except for a couple of hand towels for decor. It’s nice to be able to bleach them. Great video, Becky. I love shopping with you!🍁🍂

[@cdavid2486]

Very nice Becky!! TY for taking us along.

[@karinwickenhauser1418]

Gingerbread house recommendation: I made fresh gingerbread houses with the kids and their friends for almost 20 years and I learned one very valuable tip after have a few cave in on us. Make the gingerbread house pieces a few days to a week ahead and let it sit out and cure before using it. The molasses in gingerbread needs to set or your house will cave in. I used to “free hand” cut my pieces but about 10 years ago, I bought a gingerbread house cookie cutter set from Williams Sonoma that is so fun! Keep an eye out for cutter sets. I believe Better Homes & Gardens was where I got my original templates that I used to freehand cut the pieces when we first started. So fun! Also, Necco wafers make great roof tiles and I have always found them at Walgreens, of all places.

[@sheilalaidig4835]

I’m a dental hygienist and I love how the hygienist part of you came out…teaching is a just a part of who we are. Honestly I have never heard that about Glide and I’m going to be more aware of that. I just learned from a Periodontist that implants should not be flossed because flossing nests are being discovered around them. I recommend the GUM floss picks instead.

[@dorisgrainger9692]

I am not a hygienist,but just retired yesterday from 41 years in dentistry. Comes out in me too! Lol

[@sheilalaidig4835]

@@dorisgrainger9692Congratulations! I've been practicing hygiene for 35 years, just a few more to go haha!

[@citygal2198]

I tie a knot in it

[@tahaun1233]

i just asked my hygenist about this and she was completly clueless about this question.

[@terridiamond7862]

Used to get the sample size of glide” in my to go” kit from my dentist 😢 I don’t go there anymore. Moved. But I use biological services now.

[@christine1373]

Becky I would suggest going to thrift stores for many of the items you’re looking for as far as home decor and kitchen stuff! You never know what you’ll find!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

We use the Glow wick candles for SO MUCH! I can't handle candles burning (asthma), so we opted for these and my husband has them on our mantle that turn on at dusk every evening for sweetness :) Then we have a bunch in the fireplace for a glow when we don't want a fire. Those are all mix-matched and create a really comfy glow even in the summer without the heat. I also keep one next to my bed for ambience when I"m reading, etc.

[@AcreHomestead]

Aw thanks! I might need to get some!

[@nicholehillabush7211]

I used them for ambiance when I was in labor, and I loved them. I also used them for breastfeeding in the middle of the night. Just enough light but not so much it fully wakes everyone up.

[@wnbrooks]

Teeth Talk with Becky was such an unexpected but informative surprise. I use glide floss but I guess I’ll look into different options!

[@AcreHomestead]

Reach is a great one :)

[@shannoneg2000]

I so agree! Perhaps "Tooth Talk with Becky" could be a segment you do again?

[@TheTink1704]

Waterpik is my favorite. I always hated putting my hands in my mouth

[@islandgrl7346]

Yes it was a nice bonus! I used Glide for years not knowing it was not doing me any good. I have periodontal disease and it just kept getting worse even though I faithfully flossed daily. About 3 years ago my Dentist told me about COCOFLOSS Coconut-Oil Infused Woven Dental Floss and basically told me Glide was useless. I later got further education from his new hygienist about how useless Glide is and the benefits of using Cocofloss (she’s actually the person who told my Dentist about it 😀). Ever since I started using it my exams became more hopeful and although I still have some pockets they have significantly improved. I’ll never use another brand - the extra $$ is well worth it to me. Curious Becky if you’ve heard about Cocofloss?

[@shannoneg2000]

@@TheTink1704 Just got my first Waterpik! Still getting the hang of it, but as someone who hates flossing, I think I'm going to like it!

[@mymodernhomestead]

So fun, Becky! I love those black napkins with the wicker mats. I normally don't like gingerbread, but I LOVE my sister's gingerbread. She always comes to make cookies with my children around Christmas, and Christmas just isn't Christmas without her gingerbread cookies. She used to own a bakery in our hometown and could hardly keep them in stock. She graciously let me share her recipe on my channel last Christmas if you are interested in seeing it. The recipe is in the description of that video. ❤

[@barbaraknapp6970]

That Boursin cheese is also Amazing just with crackers. Also You should have gotten the white set of 4 serving dishes for 9.99 that was a Great deal!

[@jameyfisher423]

I absolutely love Boursin Cheese! Every time I introduce it to someone new the can’t get enough of it!!! It’s always a big hit! ❤

[@kellyhawes9293]

Boursin is fabulous on crostini, or in an omelet.

[@Fatimasroots]

Becky is it weird to say I LOVE YOU! Cant believe you’ve posted this length of videos the past few days you’ve been inspiring me to get so so much done! Thank you!

[@J0E1L3]

You can buy extenders for coats for pregnancy. They zip up on each side and that way you dont have to get a new coat. They can also be used on top of a baby carrier if it is still cold when you have your baby. Also, I love Boursin. It's creamy and delicious on bread. I've used it on pasta before too and it's great.

[@karennelson9703]

Where did you find these extensions please?

[@kirstypollock6811]

Oh yeah, I see these all the time in Germany! Seems a great idea

[@kimmartin160]

Becky if you know someone who sews, you can have them place a fleece liner that extends over baby bump. This is also nice to have when baby comes to bundle them in your coat.

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

Becky, you are awesome, thank you for your videos. I clean my house and listen/watch your videos. It feels like I have a friend over while we work together. Thanks for the warm feelings and cheer

[@judyweber9855]

You can always use your wine glasses, (while you are no wine) for juice or sparkling water. I worked nights in hospital pharmacy for 40 years so could never drink alcohol while dining before work. Using the wine glasses made it feel like I could join in the festivities even if I was drinking sparkling juices. Wine just is better in wine glasses.

[@cindyreese1078]

Love this channel!! If your current towels are still in good shape just not white enough, soaking them in oxy-clean will make a huge difference.

[@nikkinewton8276]

I think it would be fun to make homemade thanksgiving dishes and do a cost comparison between homemade and Costco’s version.

[@NatachaKemp]

I love both real and fake evergreen trees for Christmas, all sizes. I SO ENJOY your shopping hauls, especially Costco. You make them so much fun. 😊 Just curious, have you considered Dollar (and up) Tree for holiday decor? I haven’t been disappointed yet in the variety they offer and at better prices than Target a lot of times. You’re awesome Becky! 👍🏾

[@MyTableofThree]

I make sourdough naan a few times a month! So easy and so good. So neat seeing all the deals in Costco. A lot of our stores are out or very low on eggs. We are very thanks for our chickens!

[@WarmHomeWhispers]

We just got a membership and I’ve been so nervous to go inside. You made me feel so confident and no longer overwhelmed. We had such a great experience! ❤

[@dnellbuck1896]

I totally understand that. Everything is so big. I felt the same way the 1st time I went into one.

[@wearethedepinets]

Our Costco is a little over an hour away so it takes some planning. I have found that ours is always busy and it can be very overwhelming for me. I have to mentally prepare to go, but I am always happy when I see my kitchen well stocked.

[@rhondag8128]

Coming from someone who was not into much festive decorations for all events suddenly became easily obsessed once I started seeing things through my new baby’s eyes, I really had to ring it in because of storage limitations, but it is so beautiful watching the joy and astonishment on your baby’s face once they are old enough to understand what it is. I am so happy for your family.

[@aprild714]

This is a really tough season to get threw for me, I'm a single mom with all the "pressure" to make the holidays special and watching Becky really does soothe my anxiety lol I never in a million years thought I'd say that about a KZbin video but I'm glad I came across her channel. Happy Holidays to everyone ☺️☺️

[@AcreHomestead]

Aw thank you! I am so glad I can help in any little way! I hope you have an amazing day! Thanks for being here!

[@Cole_Cross]

My siblings and I decided young to cancel xmas. My single mother, with 2 kids and two adopted kids--too much stress!!!! AND MONEY!!! We did chinese food and a movie on xmas and FELT IMMENSE RELIEF. I'm now 38 and we still do this. No dishes, no gifts, no money spent, nada. I highly suggest you guys find your own tradition that doesn't include consumerism! No one will judge you and might feel a bit jealous of your care-free holiday style.

[@Cole_Cross]

Also, the most special thing I remember from the holidays was making Greek food with gma, and learning other family recipes (and desserts!) with mom. I couldn't tell you a single gift I got in the past. :P

[@aprild714]

@@Cole_Cross yes I've been trying to do that over the last 2 years and it has helped, thank you for your reply and it's nice to see " how you all gifted" your mom at Christmas, believe me that means more than anything your could ever buy.

[@aprild714]

@@Cole_Cross totally agree, I couldn't tell you a single thing I got for Christmas except the traditions my family made

[@LaineyBug2020]

For the Christmas trees, My favorite is to get a live tree with an in tact root ball, then having it planted after the holidays! Have always thought it would be cool to live on an acreage and plant the trees each year on my land with a little year marker. I like the idea of being able to visit past Christmas trees and see how they grow over time!

[@sallysue3774]

I have a love/hate relationship with Costco. They get me addicted to something, then discontinue it. This happens to me constantly there😂 I’m in Louisville, KY and was at Costco yesterday, and that bag of squash costed me $7.57. I agree! It was devastating for me to have to start buying produce again, versus growing my own. I already miss my garden and so does my bank account😂

[@jmr9735]

I had to laugh when I saw the ceramic tree. I watched a video the other day where the woman shopped at Costco and pointed that out as well. Did EVERYONE have one of those growing up? I know we did! I never realized they were so popular.

[@GAPeach58]

My mother made ceramics. I have several & the big one lights up.

[@KatRN1000]

Love ours

[@MimiDishes]

I have 3 that I made in the 70's 2 large 1 small, they all light up...Plus it seems every years I buying the bulbs agian..So glad bulbs have allways stay in stock...I always love them..In the last few years they have been trendy..

[@mariettedemarest5173]

@@MimiDishes i need clear bulbs for mine, where did you find them?

[@MimiDishes]

@@mariettedemarest5173 last year hobby lobby..but in past Wallmart, Target, Amazon, Ebay,.plus any local ceramic shop..one year I saw them at a office supplies store and I pick them up...I always try to have, a good supplies on hand....lol..🙂 funny I pack them up every year and there always some miss next time I put them out.!!!

[@dumbbunnie123]

There's a catalog calls Spillsbury ,and they sell a cookie cutters set that is an entire nativity scene, complete with recipes and piping bags and tips. It has a cutter for the stable, and Mary Joseph and the baby Jesus...and the wise men, and the animals. It's adorable and a way to change up the gingerbread house tradition....I think keeping the reason for the season in our celebration. It was only $20.00 for the entire set...I have almost 100 cookie cutters in my collection, this set is my new favorite!!

[@Cowgirlevie]

The giant bath sheets are my absolute favorite towels. They wash so well and they are so big and cozy.

[@prairiemountainhomestead]

Hey Becky! Thanks for taking us along with your shopping. You should check out hobby lobby next time your out and about for inexpensive holiday shopping.

[@malakm7778]

Becky thank you for posting so much! I love how frequently you post and the length of your videos. Even when I have busy days or weeks I come back to your channel and can watch ten videos at once! Love it❤️

[@Nancy-zk9dj]

I love flannel sheets, one of the best parts of winter for me! My very artistic and creative father and I were going to make a Gingerbread house one year, but we lost him before the season came. I never tried myself, maybe this is the year we do that! ❤

[@Frankie_902]

Now you've done it!! You've got me in the mood for holiday shopping. I'm sitting here with notebook and pen in hand making my lists. 😘❣️

[@lexxieburton6182]

I am one of those ppl who christmas throws up on theirhouse and in addition to a family of snow men and a flock of penguins I also have a herd of like 15 reindeer. For storage I have a room in our garage basically the size of a one car bay that is over full with my display, packed tight and stuff hanging on the walls up to the ceiling. Storage is Def a challenge but it's SOOOOO PRETTY!!!

[@debrawichmann5152]

Love the coat you picked out! I'm a fake tree person now, didn't like them when they first came out, but now they look so much better, and because I live in an apartment complex, they only allow fake trees,insurance reasons. I do a lot of crafting and your idea of using neutral table scapes can be very beautiful, fall scape would have to include a pumpkin, some squash, in a burlap linedwicker basket filled with colorful leaves, and sunflowers! 🌻 Then when the next season comes, reuse the basket and fill with pine branches, pinecones, red berries, poinsettias, a ribbon bow. 🎀 By changing the decor in the basket your ready for the next season/holiday. Use stuff from your garden and nature when you can. Can't wait for all the holiday cooking and baking coming up. Don't overdo it though. Make sure you take care of yourself and baby...might get a bit harder to do in your last trimester. You look wonderful!

[@sitsngigglesful]

We have terrible pine allergies in the family so fake trees here. Splurged last year and bought a very high quality tree on sale in August. Love it!. Also splurged this week and bought one of the spray mops you bought in your last video. I had been thinking about one as well, and didn't want one that you had to buy the exact refill for, so thanks for the tip.

[@jessicaodonohue]

You are so so sweet!! I can’t wait to see how everything turns out! Also, I have a Sam’s club membership, but you found some great things in Costco! Makes me want to get one there too lol!❤️

[@geofflalonde263]

Amazing timing! I was JUST about to start cleaning! Thanks for keeping me company Becky!

[@glendahamilton4148]

Hi Beckie, a hint to havey our candles longer. Put them in the fridge for as long as possible. The colder the wax, the longer it will burn. Thank you for sharing your life with us. All the best for the safe arrival of your baby. 🙏❤

[@belindaroberts3090]

I gotta say how much I like that you seem so natural & comfortable in front of the camera as people walk by. Now you wanna make candles? Girl I wanna be you. Lol! 😃

[@evelynmiller6695]

So love your shopping trip at Costco's and Target and I wanted to let you know that I like how you click your purse into the seatbelt for the child seat. I do that all the time I've told so many women do that cuz then they can't take your purse because it is. It made me feel so good to see somebody else thought of that

[@TruthSeekerNC]

Hi Becky. I have only been shopping twice in the past year. I had so much fun shopping with you and I just wanted to say Thank you so much for taking me along! 🙏❤

[@Lilo.-.]

Yaaay I find this type of videos so relaxing. I'd watch two hours of a shopping vlog 😂

[@JohnnieOsborne-s6s]

Hi Becky I love watching you your posts helped me get through the death of my husband back in March. Thank you for being you

[@christyeast1434]

I love this red nail polish! I'm a fan of getting my nails done, so I notice others. That red is festive!

[@CynthiaKlinowski]

Hey Becky! First time commenter but I love your videos! I had two winter babies and I'm in southern Canada. I found the pregnancy warmth is real. I never needed a full winter coat, zipped up, until after baby was born. You have made my first year of gardening so much easier and I think about your joy and passion when I approach my tasks and it makes everything more enjoyable! Grateful for you!

[@mariapizzaa]

I love how we get to see the whole process of your big cooking days, from buying/harvesting ingredients to actual cooking process!

[@sharfinbean3362]

Becky the coat looked great on you and the price is right! I had two babies in December so I know what it’s like to not be able to zip your coat. It will be here before you know it. Love your videos!

[@oldprepper2338]

I use white to but can decorate with the clings used for windows!! You are so sweet and cute. God bless and stay safe!! Prayers, hugs and love to you and yours!!

[@harmonyfamilylifetk]

I'm usually so hot my last couple of months of pregnancy and just leave my coat open. Also, the little organize rack can be great to make into a portable diaper station where you can hold everything you need for changing the baby, then you can take it wherever you need.