Here's to Dreams Come True (Surprising my son with his dream puppy) | VLOG

[@june-mariecarrillo1330]

When Ben squeezed her and said "you're finally home" 💗💗💗

[@OpenHandFarm]

That boy is so sweet!

[@herb-n-buckethomestead5874]

That was so cute he made this grandma tear up such sweet boy's.

[@vicki2153]

Please tell me I'm not the only one that bawled through this! I have big dreams right now, that don't seem like they can come true. And there's Amanda and her family living out their dream. And there's Ben receiving his dream. This was good for the soul. Thanks.

[@daisyblooms4813]

They can come true!!!

[@marieburton6127]

Wonderful to witness Amanda and family on their indescribably gorgeous new homestead, but I gotta tell y’all my crying moment came when my favorite goat Nestle popped into the picture……. I didn’t realize how much I missed her!!! Keep dreaming big dreams, Benjamin!!!

[@bigskyintx]

Crying now……

[@tracypeden3961]

❤❤❤

[@Rebecca.Robbins]

Miah certainly has a special way with animals. You just know that someone is good when every animal they meet immediately loves them.

[@kathrynrodlun8514]

That’s so cool that you made his dream come true. I did one for my youngest when she was little. She had a dream of a feast. She named all the foods she saw in that dream. When the kids went to school, I went shopping and when they came home there was a full table full of all the foods she mentioned, including a huge turkey. It was out of season so I was so happy I found one. She is 39 yes old now and still remembers being 7 yrs old with her dream. When we love our kids so much it’s super great that we can show them. Kids are a blessing from God and I always felt that.

[@BigBlessedNest]

Toby and Ezra immediately jumping up in excitement, but Ben pausing and realizing what was going on… my heart can’t handle it. Pure joy. 💜

[@sydneykasmar]

When you said, "Boys we need to talk." There was a real shift in the boys attention. Well played Mom.

[@amytate1013]

The look on Ben’s face was absolutely priceless and bring me to tears congratulations to all you boys

[@GreenWitchHomestead]

The look on Ben's face. I can't even imagine the joy you felt being able to present that gift to them.

[@plot10homestead58]

We have three standard poodles at the moment, after losing our senior girl a couple years ago....they are absolutely amazing dogs! Our girls are family dogs and wonderful garden dogs, not the least bit fussy (which is what people tend to expect when I say we have poodles). The girls are intelligent, loving companions who were easily trained and are always willing to please. They are energetic, which we consider a plus, and they're also the perfect house pets. Needless to say, I'm all about poodles and I hope your family falls madly in love with Lulu!

[@lionheartfarmandgardening]

You have taught your children an amazing lesson: "If you dream it, you can achieve it." Quite literally! It may take some time, tons of hard work, and help from others, but dreams come true! What a wonderful parent you are to surprise the family with Lulu! "She is finally home!" My heart melted!

[@oliviatyrrell4122]

Standard poodles can be great farm dogs! They are loyal and super smart! She’ll make a wonderful addition to your family ❤️

[@draelynn]

Can a video POSSIBLY be anymore wholesome than that?!

[@pambaldwin4696]

I love your channel! You couldn’t have picked a better time to do this. I just lost my dad, and it has been very difficult to say the least. This absolutely is the first time that I have felt anything but heartbroken. This made my week. Thanks for sharing!!!❤

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Im so sorry for your loss. Grieve well, friend.

[@petgranny194]

Sorry for your loss and glad you could feel the joy of this video. Wishing you peace.

[@bigskyintx]

❤

[@jackcsaffell5641]

Oh how beautiful. I too love fall colors. I'm 68 years old today so I'll always remember the day you guys got Lulu. Your drive home was stunning. It reminded me of the time Danielle and I drove home from one of her many eye surgeries and how I had to describe, fingerspelling into her hands, as to how amazingly beautiful God has given these heavenly colors for us to drive home with. Truth be known, I cried most of the way home knowing she would never ever see these colors again. The day she died I remember saying, "now you will be able to see the beautiful fall colors and your grandchildren with Jesus at your side." God bless this amazing animal farm. he he he

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful memory. Happy birthday Jack

[@jackcsaffell5641]

@@RootsandRefugeFarm Thank you. Don't give it away but I've got a feeling Jackson's birthday is close to mine. Love you guys.

[@marylynneburns]

You have just made one of the best decisions of your life! At 71 and 73 we are on our third standard poodle. My belief is that they are the best dogs we have ever had. Anna (current poodle) is absolutely the smartest and communicative of the three. She communicates by looking at you, touching and pawing, kissing, and making guttural types of noises just like she is talking. Congratulations!

[@marilynnew2189]

This has to be one of the sweetest stories straight from the sincerity of a child's heart. Bless you Ben and LuLu.

[@thefourreasonshomesteaddav7397]

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[@mikemill4519]

My kids are all grown, I miss seeing the surprised looks on their faces when they got birthday and Christmas gifts they reeeaaalllly wanted. Bless you guys, you're awesome parents.

[@Gardengirlie04]

I just can’t wait to see Miah hold her on his hip when she’s full grown😂

[@klbbeeswillow]

Poodle!! Don't get me wrong I love all breeds of dogs but Poodles just y'all wait and see , they are one of a kind in a wonderful way!

[@lindasuerussell4398]

As a dog person myself, I can tell you that Lulu looks very happy to be with you and the kids.

[@caseyscarrotpatch]

Your children are so precious!! How can you say no to anything they ask for? That little puppy just got the best home ever!! Yay!!❤️❤️

[@tinasmith9998]

Oh my, you will love her. I had a standard poodle and he was the love of my life. So well mannered, so attentive, and smart. It broke my heart to lose him I could not get another. It will be so nice to see Lulu!

[@marking-time-gardens]

Thank you Jess for including us in this precious family moment... it means more than you know. Blessings on your day Kiddo!🥰🌻🐛🍁🍂

[@auntbeth448]

How marvelous that you heard your son’s heart, and did not dismiss his dream! What an encouragement to him (and us all!) to dream big...! This blesses me more than you can know - what an image of our Heavenly parent who is a safe place to confide our dreams - and will help them come true!

[@heathermiddleton4958]

Oh my shattered heart strings. Just going to sit here in my grateful happy bubble for a minute and maybe shed a happy tear.

[@huttonsvalleypermaculture]

How exciting to catch up with all your goats again 😊And seeing your boys with that gorgeous puppy - priceless!!

[@patriciasnodgrass8205]

He will always remember that you and his daddy made his dream come true! Bless you both

[@numberonecomputergee]

When I was young I was given a standard poodle named Mikey. He was my country dog and so smart. He lived for 18 years. He was the best dog I ever had. Congratulations!

[@livesoutdoors1708]

That breed is incredibly intelligent. Please make sure you all do regular training. I have a dear friend who’s a trainer and her dogs are incredible, I jokingly call them her “circus dogs”.

[@susanprice3454]

Poor Bear, he looks like he is thinking "oh no not another one" But I bet Lulu will win him over like Katie. I love that you could make Ben's dream come true.

[@krystalmarie11710]

A tired puppy is a good puppy. Those boys are going to tire her out the best way possible with all that love 😍😍 So so sweet!

[@cltinturkey]

I'm teary for sure! One Christmas (I was about 7 or 8) I said "all I want for Christmas is a puppy". Christmas morning there was no puppy. I was so sad! My dad went into the basement and brought the pup up in his bathrobe pocket and the pup fit into his big hands. My siblings had been playing with the pup all night. EVERYBODY cried! He had a long fancy name and I called him Ralph. He was a poodle with the heart of a champion. I miss him to this day. I'm so glad you made Ben's dream come true. You won't regret it!

[@vickieginn7503]

The look on those boys face was priceless!! She did land in the right place. She looks at home.

[@rachelgrinnell]

My poodle Jack was the best dog I've ever had. So easy to train, sweet, and mild mannered. Never barked much either. I miss him. He even road the 4 wheeler with me sometimes

[@dianecharles881]

So glad to see Amanda again, I have always loved her. I’ve subscribed , thank you .

[@marysurbanchickengarden]

A party poodle! I lost my 16 yr old party poodle a couple years ago and I still miss her a lot. They are very intelligent dogs and tend to be a one person dog. Although they will like everyone in the family, they will pick a favorite and that will be their person and be jealous of them.

[@s_a_r_a_jd2204]

"In my dream she had a pink collar, but it's fine." 🤣 Adorable. 💜🐾

[@BucketListHomestead]

We surprised our daughter this summer with her dream dog, a Daschund ❤️ best feeling in the world!

[@struykfamilyfarm9587]

Poodles are SO smart. Our standard poodle learns tricks and command just by watching our other dogs do them.

[@fields-n-feathers]

You're killin' me, Jess! I live less than 30 minutes away from them!!!!!🧡

[@irmibullinger1421]

Me too!

[@k.j.krimson2590]

Lulu is absolutely precious!!! 😍 The smiles on the boy's faces were priceless. Love it ❤️

[@d14551]

The reaction of the boys when they saw her was priceless.

[@jcfink9468]

Ben’s eyes were twinkling so bright I could SEE it! ❤️

[@fields-n-feathers]

Lulu is absolutely precious. Our son fell in love with (don't judge🤣) a Chihuahua when he was 4. She already had an owner. He begged, nearly teary-eyed, for us to take HIS dog home. Nothing swayed his faith that he WOULD have her. Less than a month later, the owner called to ask if my husband wanted a free couch and love seat. He's the king of re-purposing the trash of others. (🙄) He asked Caleb is if he wanted to come "help" him load the furniture. They got back home with the couch, the loves seat, and four-year-old Midge. She never wanted for anything and we never had to do a single thing for her except pay her rare vet bills. She lived with us for 10 years! I won't go into the last heart-breaking moments with her but NONE of us will ever be the same. We're better folks for knowing her. God bless you and Lulu, and sweet Benjamin. Love her, fiercely.🐾🧡

[@nativehearthomestead]

I have 2 standard poodles and I will never own another breed of dog. They are the best!

[@tristinchristenson6349]

I'm not crying... you're crying!

[@carriem7832]

My four girls had horses and although it was a chore I endured myself many a cold morning I loved them…..animals give unconditional love. We volunteered at a horse farm that had a program for children with disabilities……the thrill a child has when suddenly going from a wheelchair onto a special saddle and they can freely move about was the greatest gift of love.

[@colliecoform4854]

What a wonderful addition to the family. I loved hearing "she's finally here". Ben and all the boys will give her lots of love and attention. Here's to dreams coming true!🌟🌠🌟

[@JB-pd4ni]

What a sweet girl, travel and two new places in one day, lots of new people too. She is a dream come true!

[@rebeccanagel1036]

Lulu is adorable! So glad little Ben's dreams have come true. She's blessed to be part of your family.

[@terrytt2932]

Oh "just like in my dream"... what a precious, precious story. please, Ben, don't forget Katie!

[@petgranny194]

So great to teach your kids that dreams do in fact come true! What a blessing.

[@laurenmcghee4328]

As someone who was born and lived in Southwest Florida my whole life, I very much appreciate the fall colors ❤️🍁🍂

[@paulagreen8390]

Aww LouLou. The power in making your child's dreams come true. My husband stated just yesterday u do know we r feeding like 30 animals!?! Yes dear I do. Last WK we had 18 baby goats born. 15 survived and we had several sleepless nights and then went to work all day . As I hold a baby or watch 15 bouncing mut goats I think who cares what the feed bill is or that a pure registered breed would eat the same amount and bring more money . That can be a goal but the joy of watching them after a tough day as a nurse is priceless. To making Ben's dreams come true I say well done mama.

[@Fatimasroots]

Lulu loves the boys!! Wow crying over here😭🥰

[@GabbyLikesToGab]

We just got our first standard poodle this year, a black and white male who I am absolutely enamored with. I also have an Aussie (my fourth) and the 4 mo old poodle is already way more laid back than any of my aussies have been as adults. Can't wait to see your girl grow!

[@terrihart2133]

I had a standard poodle growing up. The best dog I have ever had and loved her so much. She was unusually mellow. So glad you helped Ben's dream come true. Oh the reaction of your boys are priceless. KY and TN are two of my favored states to travel in the fall. IN and OH are also beautiful.

[@robingreany899]

She is adorable. She will take to you all quickly. Enjoy your new dream. Poodles are very trainable and she will get along with everyone. Congratulations 👏🎉🥳🐩❤

[@valerieellison2483]

I always tell people that I never want to live somewhere that doesn't have the 4 seasons. I love the changes, it makes me so excited for the season.

[@marilynhuffman1059]

Lulu is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing the boys happy faces when they met her. Made this old grandma happy too

[@shamancarmichael5305]

Well now you have another children's picture book Jess! Dreaming of Lulu! 😁

[@julieb7068]

Yes!!!!

[@instanthistory1469]

Yes! I have two dog loving kids who would love it

[@Dilinn67]

How does Con like the new pup? Where has that amazing king been.? I would love to see him. ✌️

[@thelittleenginethat]

It warms my heart that you take stock in your children's dreams. That is so heartwarming. Your children are the luckiest kids in the world.

[@susanturner9023]

Nestle is still the prettiest goat I’ve ever seen! ❤ so happy to see her thriving! 🙏🏼✌🏻❤️

[@conniegant7781]

Jess this is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen! Making your child’s dreams come true is Priceless! Thank you so much for sharing it with us. God Bless you all ❤

[@christietull6423]

Oh my goodness…the “I’m so happy” did it for me. Canning apple pie filling, istening to this and it got me. I’m not crying, you’re crying. This isn’t onions I’m chopping 🥰

[@NyxyNoo]

I’m a poodle person. We’ve had 7 poodles. Only one was a standard. The vet warned us of the importance of being of top of training as it’s easy to be outsmarted by them. Luckily we’d already had 3 poodles when we got our standard so we knew what we were dealing with.

[@teresavicars9989]

Wow!!! Jess, you were only 42 minutes away from my house. Holy cow. Lol. So glad you got to see the beauty of this area I call home. Blessings to you and your family. Lulu is so adorable and your children are so lucky to have a Mom and Dad who show so much love. Just think how wonderful the world would be if more parents were like you and Miah.

[@liltbennet]

Oh wow, so many changes since I last watched! I'm so glad our garden boy received his dream. 🥰

[@louisaholman3838]

Finally! My dream came true. Ben and Lulu are so sweet. I'm happy for your family.

[@OrganicMommaGA]

Oh Jess! How wonderful! I cried happy tears when your youngest boys got to meet Lulu. So very wholesome and sweet!

[@tismsb2u]

Im in love with LuLu! Made me cry! So happy for B Man! the Farm boy!

[@Gardeninginpearls]

You are going to love the poodle!!! I have a 75 LB laid back 8 year old Henry. I am so excited for your family. ♥️

[@domesti-city]

That was a great time! I watch David and Amanda, and the first thing I noticed in the video was that puppy I'd never seen before. I've never been a poodle fan, but I've known some nice standard poodles that were more working dogs than house dogs. She appears to have a lovely personality, and we can see how much she'll be loved. These are the things that make your kids trust you with their hearts.

[@ionlythoughtit2890]

Thank you for the fall color drive. I didn't know how much I missed it. Lulu is adorable, here's to dreams coming true.

[@foundgarden]

“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭13:12‬ ‭

[@tommielourogers4327]

What a wonderful thing to do for son. Teaching children that dreams do come true is so important. And teaching us to be God’s hands upon the earth is also very important. Thank you for always being such a blessing in this world. I love you Jess. God bless you and your family always in all ways.

[@rawilson7768]

Ben sure does have good dreams! Lulu is perfect and cute. So great that you enjoy fulfilling their dreams, even if it means more responsibility for you. The “Littles” look like they will be great at helping take care of her.

[@ohdeerdesign1387]

I cried so hard when the boys saw Lulu!!! I lost one of my dogs in March and am so heartbroken- seeing the love on Their faces when you brought her in- I could feel that love!!! So happy for lulu and your entire family. (Love you too Bear)

[@samareid-reynolds3403]

I cry regularly watching Roots & Refuge ❤ beautiful and inspiring as always

[@saltycat662]

Lulu is a beautiful dog. It was so nice to see your children light up and be so happy. May Lulu fill your family will lots of love and joy. She's a puppy and she's already calmer than my 4 year old Mini Schnauzer was lol. He finally started to calm down at around 3 1/2. Very stubborn and high strung but he's the sweetest, smartest cuddlebug I ever had. All the neighbors and neighborhood animals adore him. Very empathetic and reaches out to me whenever he sees me sad. The love of pets is a true blessing.

[@charliehoos9773]

I was waiting for Jess to say what happened to Kon, but thought Katie was Ben’s dog. I have 4 dogs and yes, they love Momma but really are family dogs. Nestle ❤️ How lovely to see the heard! 😃 Minis are the best!

[@_michelle_m_m8471]

So happy for Ben! And your whole family! Especially for Little Lulu! So exciting that you made Ben's dream come true! What a true blessing!

[@emilygardner]

Animal planet did a whole segment on how standard poodles are a working dog breed. I've had great respect for them since

[@midsouthhomestead7527]

We are from Southwest TN. When we go to East TN we are in awe of God's Beauty. Congratulations on the surprise.

[@GandCFamilyFarms]

I had tears of joy seeing the happiness this puppy just brought to your lives. I'm sentimental I guess 😂 but I love seeing happy children and yours are so blessed and happy. Thanks for sharing this moment with your family to all of us, who support you all. Blessings.

[@wooby9898]

I love dogs so much way more than most people. It just made my heart burst with joy to see Bens dream come true. Can’t wait to enjoy all Lulu’s adventures.

[@marieschieler1914]

LuLu has the same laidback personality our golden doodle, Mr. Happy. She should be very easy to train. ❤️

[@joannedonovan9489]

That's cool! Thanks for letting us see Lulu & surprising the boys! Plus you got to see your friends in their gorgeous place at a gorgeous time of the year!! Enjoy!!

[@virginiamschatz5180]

Enjoy......enjoy........enjoy.....

[@Chickanic]

That was so precious!

[@dbaileyanorchardistsdaught5041]

What a sweet, sweet thing to do! Making dreams come true is surely one of God’s blessings. Lu Lu is finally h❤me! Remember God spelled backwards is Dog, I think God did this on purpose. God Bless!

[@lorellstoneman74]

To make a child's dream come true fills your heart with joy and Love. Bless you.

[@smokymountaingirl]

We moved to Waynesville NC which is 20 miles WEST of Asheville and its the best thing I could've ever done for my soul .... you see my son was killed in Florida and then I had to take my grand daughter in 10 months later and then during adopting her I almost died of Cancer and all of that happened in Florida ... so I moved to Waynesville/Maggie Valley for healing and being around God's people... so when you mentioned the beauty of the area around Asheville I also wanted to mention the healing aspects of living here in the mountains... it truly is God's country and I am so blessed to be here !! My new journey is going back to my roots of gardening, farming and being one with the land. I stumbled on your site over 5 years ago and I follow you faithfully but hardly EVER post ... I just don't feel like I could add anything more then the thousands who post ... but this time I felt led to say something.... glad you got to enjoy the beauty of our fall ... it truly was a magical fall this year ... the last few have been kinda disappointing... God Bless and what a gorgeous pup.. so adores!! Love following you !!

[@heidipustelniak652]

What a cutie! The boy’s reaction was priceless!

[@rhonddakane]

I have only had 🐩 poodles, but 2 standard poodles! Awesome dogs and the best personality of all my poodles; I had male standards! Enjoy! 🐩👍 ❤️🙏❤️🥳

[@dragonflyoracle4679]

That was so sweet, brought a tear to my eye when you presented Lulu to your sweet boys.

[@lauramehlenbacher457]

My granny used to say nature is one of Gods masterpieces

[@GardeningSuburbia]

The way you tear up seeing all the beautiful scenery is exactly how I am. ❤

[@beckysmuck8771]

Oh my! She looks so much like my Bandit! She's adorable. Bandit is an Ausidoodle. He's 150 pounds and the best dog! So sweet to everyone and he's our farm boss. Loves his goats and his chickens. I hope your girl is just like him.