Holiday Costco Shop W/ Me & Haul | Special Shopping Trip!

Today we have a special Costco holiday shop with me and haul! We can't wait to have you come along!
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[@VickiMcCormick-jf5pe]

Also don't ever apologize for letting us witness you doing nice things for people like handing out cards and just your kindness that you do. We feel like we get to be part of it, like you said its kinda has us helping, and we get to witness that thank you for that. I know some people do it for ratings, but that definitely is not you in any way shape or form. We all know yours comes directly from your heart. So we would never take it like that. Its a pure joy to get to be involved by watching sorry so long

[@Kaleidescope66]

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[@lindajones3929]

Love that you are teaching your boys about giving! So important to think of others!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! So important !

[@janneville7765]

Lauren, you are teaching your children to be givers and to be selfless. They will understand God's love and mercy for us all. Merry Christmas!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Hi Jan! Really trying to share with them how blessed we are and share that with others. Thanks for being here!

[@marystevens6245]

Glad to see Everett back shopping with you he makes the trip so much fun. He is so funny with his love for samples Please be careful traveling on the roads with your weather

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much Mary! Glad to have my sample king along!

[@paulinemaclellan8204]

You're such a good person Lauren and you and Mark are raising your boys to be good people as well. It's so nice to have enough to be able to share with others less fortunate. God is good . xx

[@Mollydogdesigns]

I was tearing up too when you gifted the first couple. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ The duck jerky treats are Hazel’s ( my dog) favorite treat! I’m almost out so hope my local Costco still has them. Happy Holidays 👍🐾❤️😄

[@grannyof3ormore997]

You had me crying with the first card giveaway. You are teaching your boys right. Awesome job. Merry Christmas ⛪️

[@susanh.352]

I had a tear also. Hope your having a Great Holiday.🎄🎀🌹

[@brendalea1606]

I like seeing the gift card giveaways. It inspires me to do more

[@bridgetgreene2457]

So touching video !! Bennett and Everett were nervous at first , but I think Bennett enjoyed giving out the gift cards ! Such a beautiful great idea ! Everett had plenty of samples today ! Thank you Lauren and family for all your kindness .. it’s very precious to see you teaching the boys the kindness of giving and how it touches someone else’s heart along with your own !! Blessings to you all !!

[@fsgromad]

What a great blessing your family has been to others. I can remember receiving a year's supply of clean products, Aluminum/ plastic wrap, blankets, and pillows as an angel gift for all of my family one year when I was a struggling returning college student. They are items that food stamps do not cover and are the most expensive to cover out of pocket. Loved watching a great family be able to pass on soo many blessings. ☃Happy Holidays to all.🎄🎉

[@docshah1234]

Love this video and love watching you guys your family is beautiful!!!

[@soozsoozingleby2943]

I love u and your family It makes my heart all warm I have 2 grown children my son is getting married next Oct 2023 My daughter was 32 we lost her 3years ago She was disabled we had her 7years longer then we should had. With the help of carers and family who all loved her very much Still miss her very much Love Luna too xxxx

[@darlenechandler7734]

I love you and your family. I feel blessed to have found you on KZbin. My favorite family is the Hamm family. The world needs more people like you.i love the kindness and caring you are teaching your boys.They will be great fathers someday. We haven't had but a little dusting of snow here in West Virginia but they are saying we should have a white Christmas..I'm looking forward to that. Take care love you guys

[@sharronbrauer6116]

It is so nice that you are able to give out the gifts to random people. I am crying watching you, I am so emotional as well. Have a blessed Christmas💕🎄

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I got emotional again as I edited. It was very tender. Thank you so much for being here!

[@michaelap4269]

I love when the "samples king" comes with you ;) big hugs from france

[@marbs8615]

handing out the gift cards is so thoughtful, sweet and kind! I hope I am in a financial position like that one day.

[@emmib1388]

why not consider giving the gift of your time? Volunteer to babysit for parents of young children, visit with an older person for an hour or two , volunteer for a non profit -- write an encouraging note or a birthday card to someone.... helping others does not require much money 🙂

[@river8760]

@@emmib1388100%.

[@annahoover5296]

Love seeing Everett and Bennett the boys are Awsum.God bless you Lauren and I know he does everyday.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much Anna. So grateful you’re here.

[@wendistevens154]

I know this may sound strange, but watching you bless others with those gift cards has blessed me! 😊

[@Luwanasue]

What a wonderful thing you are doing and teaching your sons to bless other people I sure wish there were more people like you in this world it definitely would be a better place,God Bless you and your family ❤

[@sussanlondry6445]

Hi Lauren you and your family have such loving and pure hearts.The Gift cards you shared with people was a true gift from the heart.May God Bless you and your family in this Season and always.Sending Love and Blessings from Wallaceburg Ontario Canada ❤🇨🇦🙏🌟

[@rustymchale806]

Really enjoyed your video and how you handed out those gift cards to total strangers. Great Christmas gift.

[@berniceb2636]

Hi Lauren, Bennet & Everett, This Alaska Life! Happy Holidays! I enjoyed this Costco video! Merry Christmas Luna! All the food looks good! Great video!

[@michellegreen4743]

It's been a rough couple years for all of us and your kind act with the gift cards is showing how much we all need kindness these days! You all are great people :)

[@donnamacleod2947]

Love how you help out others! Great to see Everett and Bennett shopping with you! Lots of great samples today! Blessings to you all!

[@ljrein]

Great to see the Sample King!!! Awesome to see you spreading Holiday cheer to those most deserving. Merry Christmas Hamm’s!

[@matildaharper761]

I just came across your channel not long ago I enjoy help blessing people I just can’t afford to do it much I think everyone really struggling these days your family is a true blessing Merry Christmas to your family

[@kaydublin5164]

Hello, I think it’s awesome when ppl can afford to give , do, I wish the best for your wonderful family this holiday season. 😊🎄🙏🏻

[@florenceschneider3315]

How much so sorry I missed it great video love ur family & Luna ❤❤

[@jenstewark8087]

I absolutely loved this video My heart felt special watching you hand out and talk about the gift cards I also was so happy to see the boys on your Costco adventure Stay safe and happy holidays Hann family

[@doloreslee9330]

So glad to see Everett on your shopping trip also Bennett. It always amazes me how your boys are willing to try. I’ve never seen kids eat the variety of foods your boys eat.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Always amazes me too!

[@djjamison6548]

You bring me so much joy to watch your family and Luna. My son died and for the first time in a few years I had a smile on my face. God Bless you all.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you so much for sharing. That’s what keeps me picking up the camera, bringing people a bit of light to their day.

[@kerrylynnparsons9441]

I love the gift card giveaway. It lingers in the hearts of the givers and the receivers. Sometimes it changes a life. 🤗❤️❤️❤️🎶🎶🎶👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦

[@jberg2332]

Your boys are adorable. Love your family caring for others. God bless 🙌

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much! Grateful we’re able to do it.

[@jennyflansburg8857]

Where we live we don't have one here but merry Christmas happy new year

[@michelleblock7752]

I love that you are teaching your kiddos it is better to give than to receive. Merry Christmas Alaska Boys, and fam.

[@MrZzToOoFlyY]

Such a sweet thing to help others and teach your boys to be kind. Its been a really hard year for so many people, my mom just got sick and its the worst feeling in the world, I wish there was something I could do to make her not sick. Besides getting her stuff and medicine etc only thing I can do is pray and if everyone else can say a prayer too we would be forever grateful. ❤

[@paulinemaclellan8204]

🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️

[@got_style]

Would be glad to pray for your Mom. What’s her first name?

[@tremkoalaska5543]

Wow judging by the fact I can see the tires on your truck you have just the right amount of snow. Unfortunately we are in snowpocolypse conditions in Slana where the truck is just a lump in the neck deep pow. No worries, we'll go to the store vicariously with you! Merry Christmas!

[@denisemoskala255]

Absolutely love that you were able to bless these families. Teaching your family to bless others. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I was close on the total.

[@berlynoubre-grimes8229]

Great one to watch giving is always good maybe one day I can do the same just got home from the hospital because I had a stroke for the second time I enjoy watching your family

[@traceymcpherson8095]

Hello Beloved Alaska family,I am truly excited to see a beautiful Christian Family on here. Love all your videos I am new to your video' channel.Love Alaska.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Welcome! We are so happy to have you here with us. Thanks for watching and we will see you soon for more videos !

[@kelliepineda9822]

there are Lego shipped candies. I bought some when my kids were bout ur kids age n they love it

[@christinakilkelly5821]

Hi Lauren got your Xmas card on Thursday you made my day. From New Zealand

[@AlaskaBoys]

Gary! I love how friendly he is with Lauren and the boys.

[@kathleenhill1754]

I'm touched! Y'all are angels!!!

[@kelliepineda9822]

I we can't get mango down here at sams sometime in groc stores walrus n smiths but size of a tennis ball for 3 dollars I said no way

[@beckycourtemanche1088]

Many blessing to you & your family. Love how you are teaching your boys to put out kindness into the world! Love your posts, you put so much good karma. May it come back to you twofold ! Stay warm & safe! Happy Holidays

[@margaretmckenna5590]

Just loved seeing you with Bennett and Everett It was good that you all handed out those gift cards Bl3ssings to each and every one of you lo lovely family showing God's love

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much Margaret. Glad to have my helpers along!

[@leannesaunby4078]

Love this video so much You're an amazing mother and your boys are so kind and so humble and you can tell they do things like this because they wish to and that it's from the heart and not just for content like some other family channels. It's exactly the same with you and Mark, you do things to help those in need, not just for the likes, which unfortunately is what some channels do. I love watching you all and love that you allow us into your lives. Your channel has been so helpful to me and given me little pockets of joy in what has been an extremely bad year. Exactly 1 year ago today I was rushed to Hospital and I was dying. I'm extremely lucky to have survived but recovery is on going and and very tough. I also love that youll be doing a giveaway. I know whoever is lucky enough to win will really appreciate it. Sadly I'm not eligible as I'm in the UK but I can't wait to see who wins. Sending lots of love to you all from the UK. You're an inspiration and I wish there were more people like you and your lovely family in the world ❤️

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Leanne, would you send me an email. I would love to send you a Christmas card. So grateful you’re alive and we can share a bit of light with you. Email me at [e-mail]

[@leannesaunby4078]

@@ThisAlaskaLife Hi Lauren I've just seen this. That would be so lovely of you. Will email you now. Hope you're having a lovely Saturday ❤️

[@SusanMatthews_TiteChatte]

Good Morning Hamm Family ❤️ Your snowy landscape is absolutely beautiful. I'm praying we get at least a few good snow days this winter. Right now it's 42°F and the sun is shining. The sun is making a fruitless attempt to dry out the ground after days of chilly rain ❄️ I love puzzles of all kinds. Jigsaw puzzles are some of my favorite... great job Weston, Everett and Bennett 🧩 It is so thoughtful and caring of you and your Family to spread a little joy to others, especially during the Holidays. Thank you for giving a card to a member of our Military. They sacrifice so much. We have many Family and Friends that serve or have served - my Dad is a Marine, now guarding Heaven's Gates. I choked up each time you gifted someone, especially the first couple. And, it's so kind of Gary to "pay it forward". He's awesome. Bennett and Everett were so shy and sweet. You are raising some wonderful gentleman 😍 Bennett, it was very thoughtful to think of Hunter and ask Mom about getting him a helmet. You are your Brother's Keeper in all the right ways ⛑️ The Sample King has still got it... and Everett, I would love a Madeleine too, or some Shortbread. Delicious. I just got a new wooden shortbread mold with a Tigers face. Can't wait to use it. I've never liked those Naked drinks, BUT, those Jalapeno Poppers are delicious, especially with Cream Cheese... even better if homemade. I eat mine with either Blue Cheese or Raspberry Habanero Dip. I just finished a glass of Egg Nog too. Southern Comfort's Vanilla Spice is good... and yes, I substituted the Nog for my Tea, which I will be indulging in later today 😋 You need to put in a suggestion to Costco to invest in carts on skis 🛒🎿 Hi Miss Luna. Dakota and Ash hide when there's company around or too much commotion, at least until they feel comfortable making an appearance and asking for head or back scratches. Maggie, on the other hand, is a social butterfly full of wigglebutts and slobbery kisses 🥰 Y'all have a great day and weekend. Yah's Blessings ❤️

[@jessicamcnamara4207]

We have interpretive parking in Minnesota too. 😂

[@soniaibarra1926]

Happy Early Birthday to Everett!!🎂🎁🎈 Great Grocery Haul!! Have a Great Weekend!!❤❤☃️☃️

[@paulawallace6688]

I didn't know about your channel but I do like hauls and it popped up so I watched it. Love that you gave out cards. I told my daughter as she likes to do stuff like this. I am glad your boys were a part of it. I will be subscribing and watch your videos.

[@lynnsteiner1580]

A feel good video. God Bless you and your family. Merry Christmas🎄

[@paulineleblanc6752]

i love that, you guys are amazing. my family had got sponored for xmas. we been struggling with lot different things. and somehad put our name in to be sponored i got called to meet our worker down stairs she said merry xmas i stuff for you. and i was shocked it wouldnt end lol. then handed me envolope with gift card in it and all i could do is cry it was just way to touching and i was having bad month..

[@tammyhamilton9088]

You don’t see that no more that made happy thank you hope your family has great holidays

[@karenbaraniuk7979]

could you provide a link for the person who makes your earrings. i would to take a look....tia

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

All of my favorite earrings are from Akimbo collections www.akimbocollection.com/

[@carlapainter142]

Love'd your shopping trip! How thoughtful to give out gift cards. Wow that was a lot of snow that you got. Love watching your videos. I'm disabled and I feel like I'm there with you. I don't go anywhere any more except doctors appointments. Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family!

[@karenmcdowell8558]

I don't think you were being boastful at all you did what your heart told you to do and in God's name I think that's amazing plus you are teaching your boys to give and be generous my mum always taught me to do the same even though growing up we had very little money but she would help those she could in her own way and I love helping people when I can even if it's just buying a neighbour some treats to cheer them up xx

[@kathysmith2541]

You could always station Bennet at the door with the cart and drive up and load the car. We had a monster (for us!) storm several years ago. The parking lot was ice and snow covered. It worked out great! I am a new subscriber, you inspire me! Have a Merry and blessed Christmas ! 🎄🎄🎄

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Great tip!

[@ellenseaman3203]

I enjoy your videos very much. Your family is an encouragement to see such nice young men you are raising. Keep up the good work. God bless you all.

[@conniesmith7023]

Snowflakes ❄️ look great

[@charlenegrady8781]

Everett is a hoot. That was quite a haul. Thanks for sharing. Have a good weekend. Take care❤️🎄👍

[@beckysmith2215]

makes my heart happy to see you give the gift cards away. I've had a tough time this holiday with illness and finances so I'm so glad you could help some families out.

[@sherrysmith4405]

Hi Lauren I just like watching your channel the boys are so sweet

[@joymarie2793]

Happy holidays beautiful family 👪❤💕

[@marienolen1479]

I am so glad ever got to pick out the purple ones those are my favorite color I had my hair that color just last month LOL and I love the sample King that suits him just well I've never been to Costco and I love to see the prices and all the cool delicious desserts that are in there LOL I love Red lobster and shrimp and crab meat me and my four Furry Babies they tell them Summer Nugget Baby love watching your channel 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@charlenecapronloomis3395]

So glad to see how you are spreading God's love through the gift cards. Great fun and blessings. Love watching you all.

[@asmr_naturelover5314]

You are an awesome human being and your kids will be awesome adults

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Oh I hope so! Thank you so much for watching.

[@aandtdotson4195]

Love seeing this. Your family is inspiring. I am touched.

[@joycehartman996]

What a cool thing to do with the gift cards. Also an awesome lesson for your kids that it is better to give then receive. Merry Christmas and thank you for the beautiful Christmas picture of the family.

[@shellypasqualetto2742]

Lauren your family is so very special, You're teaching your boys to be very Kind, giving , and caring You and your family Have touched so many people God-bless you And happy holidays

[@normalincoln8502]

Awww you guys made me cry. Bless you all, that is great what you did. 🙏 Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I was getting emotional again as I edited it. It was really tender.

[@normalincoln8502]

@@ThisAlaskaLife Your great person that Our Lord chose to do that...

[@susansage9908]

Such dear boys. Wonderful that people know God loves them. Thank you to you and your family for such selfless giving. Merry Christmas.

[@karenschiavone3068]

God Bless you and your family. Awesome that the boys joined you in giving out the gift cards. Its reminds you there are still good people in the world. Stay safe and warm.

[@julliefillippi8155]

I thought it was wonderful handing out the gift cards. I got teary eyed watching it.

[@jemmills7792]

what a fantastic Vid Lauren...& you are soooo beautiful in giving those gift cards away.....how very generous......& I loved that not all the giveaways was on camera.....I dont like every Family giveaway has to all recorded.....its not about that is it........glad ya boys helped you....they are soo sweet......& Luna I saw Luna......precious little girl.......love yas xxxxxxxxxxx

[@janiceferguson9533]

What a great experience for your boys to give the gift cards to those that were in need. I really like those who wanted to pass them on.

[@Katz1950]

Our Costco only has one checker open with self checking as the main …I don’t like it!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

That is nuts! I would talk to the manager, that doesn’t seem normal for Costco. Walmart, yes, but not Costco. That would bug me too.

[@peggyschmidt7715]

Lauren you and Mark are such amazing parents, your boys are awesome 👌 love your Costco hauls. Take care and stay safe and warm ❤👍🙏

[@kathyrau9551]

We tried that Creamy Italian salad and it's really good.

[@ANGELSLVME]

This is my fav Vlog! I❤got so emotional of you and the kids Helping our fellow humans as God wants us to. Great Job Mom🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😇😇

[@bettyruth9142]

You and your family are awesome !! Luna is funny!! ☃️🎄🎁☃️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@elizabethbushey4814]

Wonderful give away!!!’ I love how you are with Luna. I am like this with my dog. Our pets are our hearts. ❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

She is a blessing to me that I didn’t know I needed. She loves her mom and I love her.

[@lisas03]

Loved this ❤. Got me teary eyed just watching .. You have inspired me To do something similar .. Merry Christmas !! 🎄🎁 🙏

[@Vyolentz]

When is Bennett’s birthday? Mine is the 29th! 😁❤️ Happy birthday!!

[@jaecorr9o7]

Greetings! I am fairly new to the KZbin subscription world. This new style of window shopping is fun. Excited I found a local 😊 and I admire your generosity. Such a wonderful idea at this time of year and at my fave store lol. Thank you for blessing these folks. Happy holidays 🎄

[@tammyrommel712]

You have such a Beautiful family and are bringing up your boys in the Lord which is Amazing. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I’ve never shopped in Costco can’t afford the prices. merry Christmas to you and your family

[@tammyrommel712]

You have such a Beautiful family and are bringing up your boys in the Lord which is Amazing. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I’ve never shopped in Costco can’t afford the prices. merry Christmas to you and your family

[@cindycarroll104]

Lauren your such a GREAT ROLE MODEL FOR US, EVEN A MOMMY TO YOUR SONS, MY SWEET DEAR. GOD MADE YOUR HEART FULL OF JOY AND VERY HONORED TO WATCH YOU. LOVE AND HUGGS TO YOU ALL AND A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎅 🎄 ❤ AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOUR HOUSEHOLD AND LUNA. GOD BLESS MY SWEET FRIEND 🙏

[@lilmattsmom]

What a great thing to do! Bless you and your boys Lauren, you’re a Godsend to so many! Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🎄🎄

[@florrenjimmo4465]

hi,i just stated watching ur family,and i enjoy watching ur family,i could really use it,im an elderly that lives in nb,canada.hugs

[@suerobarge4313]

I love the gift card idea. I've been trying to find a family to help for Christmas. I think I'll do a similar thing but at Walmart. Thank you!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I hope you try it, it was really tender and special!

[@KarenaIverson]

Recently started watching, you guys are awesome ! Love the costco hauls, happy to see your family giving back to your community !!

[@jeannehall6546]

This reminds me a lot of when I lived in Indiana and Illinois- winter driving was crazy there- one had to do whatever it took to get from one place to another- even if it meant just following a clear path because it was just there or parking somewhere because it looked right and not because it was right (I did it myself quite a number of times!)! “Interpretive Parking”- I love that term! I’m glad I live in Florida now- though I would like to visit Alaska at some point!

[@VickiMcCormick-jf5pe]

I know where the sweet spots are. Priceless. I love the way his little brain works. He's adorable. All of your kids are adorable. I also love that you find different things for them to do rather than electronics. Those seem to change everything about your kids, I have found anyway. Good job mom and dad

[@kristastevens1558]

This may be a silly question, but how do I join your mailing list? Relatively new to the channel, joining you from Australia and am enjoying catching up of your past videos. The snow! gets me every time lol

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

We love our Australian friends! In the description of all my videos. But here is the link to make it easier view.flodesk.com/pages/63407dcbf60a3ebbf7084961

[@kristastevens1558]

​@@ThisAlaskaLife thank you!!!!

[@brilliantbutblue]

Welcome Krista watching from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

[@cherylturgeon6237]

It touched my heart also. That First Lady you gave the card to brought tears to my eyes. What a fantastic act of kindness.♥️

[@judyboughter3591]

Nurse_jud It's nice to see and hear people like u. God is in ur hearts.

[@glogrann8562]

Puzzles are very good for the brain. You know Lauren is a teacher.bBest mother on the internet for sure.

[@barbthomas4492]

I am guessing $759 for your haul (not including the gift cards). How many pounds of butter is in the 4 pack that you buy?

[@tyannthomas1162]

Ohh my goodness I was born and raised I eagle river my parents were military and ended up moving to New Hampshire my husband and I are planning on moving back to Alaska!!