Homemaking Before Vacation ⛵️ Long VLOG

[@michellebennett8633]

You just bring such a smile to my face! Can’t tell you how much I enjoy watching you! 😊

[@morp3022]

Hi Hilary, thank you SO MUCH for sharing your wonderful videos. You are Such an inspiration to So Many of us. Hilary, when I watch your videos, I am blessed by your calming nature and The Light that shines through you. The Lord is Truly allowing you to be a light for Him here as you share with us. Thank you again Sweetheart, and to God Be The Glory. Honey, when I saw Jude's cute little feet crossed as he sat in his highchair and watched you clean the Living Room, I simply smiled, and thought...Too Sweet! 🥰 Hilary, please take care, and have a Wonderfully Blessed Vacation with your Sweet Family. 🙏🏾 In Christ, Paula

[@calledandkept536]

I know this isn't the focus of any vlog, but I just noticed how your hair has grown out from the short haircut you had gotten a while back... and your hair looks so healthy, shiny, and long. It looks just lovely! I appreciate these types of vlogs where you just share what you are preparing for meals that day and how they turned out. I enjoy your commentary on random things & thoughts about life in general. You have a quiet way of encouraging a mom to feel a little bit more motivated AND you even manage to make it look fun.😄 My summer book club is about to read "Every Parent's Calling: to Educate and Disciple Their Children" by Ellen Schuknecht.❤

[@OldWorldHome]

Thanks so much! I did cut it in November but I agree, the layers have grown in nicely ☺️

[@maryohare4141]

Be careful with nut reactions...you can go from breaking out....to throat swelling shut! I keep benadryl in my purse, just to help with swelling, if I have a food reaction because I had a peanut allergy occur in my 40s!

[@lemaryscrittenden7821]

Hello! Sometimes I wonder how you are able to do so much, for yourself and your family. I work and my time off is never enough… always exhausted, never feeling refreshed. Any tips? I’m sure we would all love a video on self care ideas that are simple and not required a lot of $ to do. Also, I grow peonies and wanted to let you know next year your bushes will be even bigger, probably double the size. You may also want to look into a peony cage- once the flower bulbs start getting bigger they get heavier and hang, may cause the branch to snap of no support. Also, do not worry about the ants on the bulbs- they will not hurt them, just part of the blooming process. Thank you for all you do! Love your videos and your simplicity inspires me! May the Lord bless you and your family ❤

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you for the peony tips! We do have cages around them now but I agree, we may need the larger size. As far as personal time, I’ve definitely cut back on the time wasters in my life, like Instagram or mindless tv as well as excess “stuff” in the house that has to be picked up, cleaned, or maintained. We have a flow to our days and it’s more apparent when things aren’t going with the flow or causing tension so I either remove them or have to adapt what I’m doing, if that makes sense. I don’t work outside the home but if I did (and when I did) I did prepare meals or parts of meals ahead of time to make dinner easier/less clean up. I also have always kept KZbin as my creative outlet/passion project and truly it has brought me so much joy and something that’s “mine” and I definitely encourage moms to have something like that, a hobby or something you truly enjoy. YT also definitely encourages me to get things done efficiently and beautifully since I’m able to share it ☺️ Also! A good evening routine is a big deal for me, having the kitchen cleaned and put to bed ready for me when I wake up, the toys put back in the kids’ rooms so the living room is tidy, having a beauty routine and nice pajamas and a good book to end the day with is a simple daily joy that fills me up. I could go on, but I hope that helps. You’re doing the best job in the world being a mom, be blessed! 💞

[@lemaryscrittenden7821]

@@OldWorldHome I am officially crying, the fact that you responded just blows my mind. We are all so busy, sometimes we forget to stop and smell the flowers. My job is crazy busy, my home is crazy busy and very rarely I have time for myself. I did buy some pajamas! Because of your video when you got the pajamas…Just got them today ☺️ Maybe slowing down a little bit may not be so hard to do. I miss the “little things” Thank you for all you do, for sharing your family and your love. Hugs and blessings from North Carolina

[@DH-qz2so]

@@lemaryscrittenden7821 I would recommend watching - on KZbin, The Minimal Mom... she has some great tips, for simplifying one's HomeLife. She is also a busy mom of 4, and has great ideas... I am not a Minimalist..but one can certainly takeaway, some good ideas. Not sure if you have children, or the ages...but if/when old enough...make sure they each have a chore list, one for every day (making their beds, putting their dishes in the dishwasher)...then one for weekends (helping sort their laundry or even doing the laundry... if they can work a cell phone, they can work a washing machine!)... and don't sweat the small stuff... all those little details can be overwhelming... concentrate on the bigger picture things (food in the fridge)... leave the dusting for now!

[@britakatude]

I have not watch vlogs on KZbin in so long but you are a constant. I love coming back and watching you. I didn’t even know you had another baby! Congrats!

[@OldWorldHome]

Ah thank you, so glad you’re here 💛

[@kassdeweese9762]

I have a Sienna van and the back headrests should raise/lower. Mine does. To raise, we just put hands under and pull. To lower, once raised, you will see a small button near the post to push in. You may know all that just don’t want to do that way. Wanted to share, in case. Safe travels and enjoy your journey. 😊

[@annw1395]

Mine is the same way. After all, adults or taller kids have to have headrests back there, too.

[@jannier9766]

You are such a joy! Thank you. Have a wonderful vacation.

[@meandmygirls8786]

I just love your vlogs SO much! Thank you! I’ve been rewatching your old ones! Luke is getting so big 😊

[@Whathaveyou8]

Thank you for including your summer reading list! I’ve added it to my reading list. 😊

[@anniecharlotte4469]

Have a great vacation. Make memories!!

[@eileenalholinna5310]

I love love love curbside pickup!! It’s so nice! Smoothies are great! You can put all kinds of things in them! ❤️

[@cbdeniro]

Love your videos - hope you all enjoy your vacation and that it's a safe one.

[@sunshinegalkw9675]

You videos are so soothing to me. It’s my little time to sit back and relax with a cup of coffee or tall glass of iced tea! Thank you! Have a lovely summer!

[@msmary126]

Enjoy your vacation! I hope it's full of memories and sweet moments 🥰❤

[@jessicaz.1901]

Always so happy to wake up to a Hilary vlog :)

[@KristenKing-]

I wonder if you could have sunflower butter and avoid the breakouts. Our school had free lunches in the summer during covid and a lot of the meals had sunflower butter because it’s safe for nut allergies. It’s pretty tasty. Have a wonderful vacation!

[@jmcaulay577]

Be careful of your Peonies. They might fall over as the flowers bloom. You can buy metal supports to hold them up. I got mine from Amazon and they work well.

[@daygirl2659]

You are looking so beautiful Hilary💖 It’s all that healthy eating paying off😊🌸

[@michelledavies1546]

Harlan Coban is a great author. Suspenseful. I have read most of his book. I’m going to make those muffins. They look so good. Happy Vacationing!

[@lauramiller7827]

I really enjoyed this vlog. One thing that caught my eye is your dishes. We had the same dishes growing up. I don’t remember the brand. We used them for years and years. Unfortunately, my Mom doesn’t have them anymore. Hope you are having or had a nice vaca 🙂

[@yardsalesquad]

Such a great vlog. I am always inspired by the care and attention to detail you apply to projects, especially how you restocked and organized your car and organized in this one. You call me to love my spaces well and to help them serve my family best 💙 blessings, friend!

[@julieturner4168]

The entire La Roche Posay line is great! All of their products are such great quality and their face sunscreen is the only one I can stand on my face. I like that it isn't greasy feeling.

[@ifthecreekdontrise]

Your hair seems to grow so quickly and I’m a bit envious 😉☺️ It is looking so very pretty!

[@carolmiller8811]

Thanks for sharing an update on your yard plants. I am so jealous of all of your peony bushes! Can’t wait to see them in full bloom. My favorite azaleas are the white ones - they just look so delicate and feminine. Here in North Florida, ours usually bloom in February! I am looking forward to trying those banana muffins. Safe travels and blessings on your vacation!❤️🚗

[@patriciacaughey5122]

Love your cooking segments. Enjoy your vacation with your family. Thank you.

[@aprilyeno1919]

You brightened my morning routine! Thank you and enjoy vacation!! Safe travels if we don’t see you again before you go!!! ❤️🙏🏻

[@erikastanger7848]

Jude is PRECIOUS with his constant babbling! 😍

[@pamelamann7933]

Your chicken 🍗 looks delicious, hope you have a wonderful vacation enjoy!

[@lindseykirton8505]

Our headrest in our old van were pushed down like that so you could fold the seats down. Try pushing them up. I know all vans are different so it may not work. 😊

[@cynthia6055]

Have a wonderful vacation Hilary!

[@annw1395]

You are so amazing, and you get so much done! I love your videos -- they're inspiring, peaceful, and uplifting. You are my favorite KZbinr.

[@ginahernandez3219]

Thanks for sharing, Hillary 💖

[@jinxie228]

Enjoy your vacation! I love the car organizer, we have a large one in our car that covers the floor too. The chicken dinner looked so so good.

[@gopugmama4408]

We just came back from vacation and I was so happy to see a video from you! I also like to use up any perishables in the fridge before we leave so we don't waste anything. I am definitely going to make the banana muffins, they looked delicious and the ingredients are nice and healthy.😋 Today's task list, deep cleaning the inside of our vehicle because it sure gets messy on vacation, but no worries . . . Shop Vac to the rescue, lol! Btw, dinner looked wonderfully delicious! I love when you share your meals . . . great inspiration as always! Be blessed dear friend!💖

[@vanessaherron5203]

GOOD TO SEE YOU, I MISS THE KIDS💜 have a great summer🌻🌻🌻

[@carlawatts6821]

The Guest List is REALLY good.

[@homemakingwithmarissa]

Your peony bushes look great! I’ve got arrangements all over the house and I only have 3 plants! They are short lived, but a beautiful spring addition to the home. Enjoy 💗

[@shirlrebert4469]

Have a fun vacation 😎

[@seamsofasoul]

If you are looking for peanut butter flavor try PB2. It will have less oil I assume. It’s a peanut butter powder.

[@elizabethmulderig9677]

sweetie that is a Toyota sienna if you go in your back seats and push up on the headrest they do come up and that little cushion spot on your door handle is actually a hidden compartment on the driver side door and passenger side door love my van it just got totaled

[@StaceyFlood]

I hope you have a wonderful vacation! I hope that you are going somewhere fun!!!

[@cozinhandocomakeide2695]

your dedication in building these videos enchants me! thank you so much for delivering the best to your followers. God bless you and your family 🙏 a big kiss from Brazil 😘👍👍👍👍🙌.

[@Myeverydaywifelife]

I definitely need to try that banana muffin recipe. FYI on the sunscreen, supposedly you are suppose to buy new sunscreen every summer as it loses its SPF value.

[@tanyajohnston8262]

I so enjoy your videos and yes, brightens my morning :) Enjoy your vacation !

[@lauriehester4682]

Love vacation prep. It get's me so excited for the actual vacation. Great video! :):):)

[@jeannieluginbill3199]

what spray do you use for cleaning the hard surfaces in your vehicle? Thanks for sharing a slice of your life - fun to keep up with your beautiful family.

[@juanitahill4832]

I always spending time watching your vlogs! Thank you for sharing

[@shesacamper1497]

Awesome vlog. Have a wonderful vacation and May God Bless.

[@lindasmith5190]

Enjoyed so much. That dress is beautiful.

[@Italics62]

Perfect start to the morning, thank you ❤

[@OldWorldHome]

Have a great weekend 💞

[@jeanreppy3426]

"Then She Was Gone"...is really good..reading it now...enjoy your vacay🙂

[@chrissynes3553]

Hi Hillary. I always kept some emesis bags or a small bucket in my car for those unexpected sick times.

[@JustTheilogs]

Getting ready for vacation is always exciting! It may also be stressful but so worth it. Love your baking videos, it gives me lots of inspiration to bake more. Just this week I bought a Bosch mixer. Had it on my radar for a while and finally I found one for a good price. Please make baking videos, it's so therapeutic to watch! BTW, I love the longer vlog!

[@kindralanae]

I'm months late on watching this video but you looked so nice today in the dress! And I love that 21 seasoning salute on chicken too! It's good in chicken salad as well!

[@donna8212]

So nice to see you Hilary, and you’re looking beautiful ☺️. Enjoyed the vlog as always. I always find it handy to have a tweezer in the first aid kit too 😊. Hope you’re enjoying your evening. 🌸🌿🌸

[@patriciareeps3389]

We have similar reading likes. I read The Last Flight too. I also read one of the books you showed I just finished What Happened To The Bennetts by Lisa Scotoline. I highly recommend it Your peonies look so healthy. Enjoy your vacation

[@chlexiel.1022]

I have to clean my car so this was motivating 😊- when my kids were little I had a minivan. Honestly, it was probably my favorite 🚗

[@gayleneb57]

The muffins look amazing! Did I miss the link for the recipe? Would love to have it. 😊 God bless and enjoy your vacation!

[@OldWorldHome]

Just added it to the description box 💛

[@cynthiadelgado3688]

OMG now just realized that is a rear view mirror of your little one . I was like that is a pretty long SUV you have LOL 😆

[@paulacostello6912]

i've read almost all of Lisa Jewell's books and almost all of them are really good. The one you show was actually the first of hers I read and I haven't looked back. I hope you enjoy it. :)

[@user-lovinlife]

Show us what the vehicle looks like on your return. Lol

[@OldWorldHome]

Haha true 😅

[@jannier9766]

😂

[@oliviamarie70]

Love your vlogs!!! Have a wonderful vacation! I bet Jude is just about a year old now?

[@horrisajones8933]

Another great video tfs 😍

[@nikitaborg5879]

The book after you by Jojo Moyes is actually a sequel to the book Me Before You, which was also a movie. You should start from the latter to fully understand it.

[@OldWorldHome]

Ahhh that makes a lot of sense

[@jesslauren6644]

I was coming here to say this! And I loved the first book MUCH more than this one. So even if you read the ending of book 2 I still think book 1 is worth it! ❤️

[@laurashoemaker8786]

Have you tried pulling the head rest up? You probably have but just in case, I have had headrests like that and they slide up. Have a wonderful vacation!

[@joyceprice6749]

Hope you have a great vacation. The chicken and veggies looked delicious. I've always wanted to make some cookies with the jam in them but never have. I'm going to put that on my list. Thanks for sharing. Take care. ❤️🌹❤️

[@kathyforgues6994]

I love that 21 seasoning, I usually stock up on it when I go to Trader Joe’s. It’s not close by, sadly. I’m excited Aldi now has their own version of the Everything but the Bagel seasoning.

[@michellewanner3921]

If you are doing almond milk, almond butter and Brazil nuts in a day might be a bit too much for your system. Peanut butter can cause inflammation in many people.

[@missmarissaaa]

yay ! a new video

[@darlenepearce6440]

Hiliary, I need some of those hooks they are great. Did you try the hooks on your back seats for hanging your organizer? Just wondered, if you could use them there. Don't be offended just was curious....Thank you for sharing and have a blessed and fabulous day❤😊

[@jamiep9694]

I love those car hangers, I wish I had bought them sooner

[@carlali2405]

Oh you should have read Me Before You by JoJo Moyes. One of the best books I read. It’s the story before After You ( I didn’t finish that one either)

[@te4545]

Long vlog - yay! Those muffins looked delicious. Will need to try that recipe. Have you tried any other recipes from that site? Always looking for recipes that are delicious and nutritious. For your smoothie maybe adding some of that superseed blend you use in your no-oatmeal would boost the protein content without causing breakouts? I am currently reading The Last Flight. Thanks for sharing the books on your current reading list. I will be adding them to my enormous list 😂. Glad to have you back vlogging. Have a lovely day 😊.

[@thefruitofherhome]

I will have to check out some of those books as well as that Trader Joe’s seasoning! 😍

[@gwenstanley7527]

Hello! Have you ever read any of the Louise Penny mysteries? They are pretty traditional “whodunits”, but they all take place in Quebec. Mostly in Montreal and the surrounding area - one little town (Three Pines) is the sight of several of them. They are not thrillers, but they can be suspenseful. Chief Inspector Gamache is the main character. Your library probably has some of them. Still Life is the first one, I have to read them in order, but that’s just me! 😊 Michael Connelly writes some pretty suspenseful police procedural mysteries. Detective Harry Bosch is the main character. The first book is The Black Echo. Two other series’ of Connelly’s are about Mickey Haller, who is The Lincoln Lawyer (there was a movie about that book), and Jack McEvoy who is a journalist. I’ve never read any of the books about him. I think Connelly is an excellent writer. I’m sure your library would have some of his books.

[@cheryla786]

Are you still using your sourdough starter mix? I am thinking about doing this, but I am not sure what to make with it and if it is too much trouble. I did start making vanilla with Vodka. We use tons of vanilla. Going to attempt making sauerkraut next. Have a wonderful vacation!

[@OldWorldHome]

Oh yes still using and loving it 💛 I’d love to try vanilla!

[@deborahcrutchfield5022]

I ordered the 21 seasoning . Can’t wait to use it. Have a Great Day

[@hmm9876]

Your long hair is so beautiful!

[@londawhitt6841]

👍😊

[@IamSnowbird]

Luke has gotten so tall.

[@javidiqbal4056]

Enjoy the vaction.

[@Pansorie]

I am curious what you will think of Lucy Foley. In my book club there is no middle ground, people seem to really, really like her, or really, really dislike her. I prefer Ruth Ware over Foley, but would love your take!

[@OldWorldHome]

I’ll have to report back! It’s my next pick after my current book

[@DH-qz2so]

Check out your owners manual for the van... I do think your headrest 'do' pop up... but the button is hiding... recipe:: could you do a DIY 'blackening seasoning' mix... and show us how to do a Blackened Chicken recipe for on top of a Ceaser Salad?

[@cecilhudson1583]

I need the link for those hooks you used for the water bottles! I didn't see it on your Amazon list. Always exciting preparing for vacation. Hope you have a wonderful trip!

[@OldWorldHome]

Just added them to the description box! 💛

[@SimpleMommyLife]

Thank you for sharing 😁

[@robynseggblue6599]

After You is the third book in a series

[@marjoc.9151]

I really hoped you would pronounce the brand ot your solar cream LA ROCHE-POSAY. It would have been fun to hear you speak french :)

[@erikastanger7848]

not weird to use ricotta cheese. I have followed Dashing Dish(clean eating) for a very long time, and she uses cottage cheese in smoothies. you can't taste it.

[@IamSnowbird]

After You is a sequel. You should try Me Before You. So much better.

[@Myeverydaywifelife]

Love peonies! Too bad they don’t do well in Florida. 🥲

[@deana6633]

Those hooks might work for your organizer.

[@OldWorldHome]

Oh good idea!

[@houseonahill9462]

Great video! ❤

[@susanvelez6534]

Have a wonderful time on your vacation 🙋🏻‍♀️💐💐❤️🤗🤗🤗 where are you guys going?

[@OldWorldHome]

Cape Cod & Nantucket ⛵️☀️

[@susanvelez6534]

@@OldWorldHome how exciting! I’ve never been god bless you have safe travels 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙋🏻‍♀️❤️❤️

[@destinydeems]

Maybe "Destiny Deems" will make it on your reading list next! Thanks, Beverly Alexander Martin

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you for the recommendation!

[@destinydeems]

@@OldWorldHome I mailed a copy in February; says delivered...maybe it wasn't your place...

[@makelifesimple5110]

Did you read “me before you” first, Hilary? Because “after you” was a sequel to the previous title. Maybe that’s why it didn’t make sense to you if you hadn’t read the first one?

[@sylviaherrera2242]

Can you please put the link to your banana muffins recipe

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes just added it to the description box 💛

[@katietennant4087]

Have you read any Nodi Piccoult? She is my favorite!

[@katietennant4087]

Jodi not Nodi lol

[@OldWorldHome]

I read my sisters keeper many years ago and it was very good!

[@katietennant4087]

@@OldWorldHome all of her books have some kind of crazy twist and usually I don’t see it coming! I love them!

[@mildredbc5425]

💝Tyfs

[@janejones1797]

I’ve got an excellent thriller recommendation for you! I just read Greenwich Park by Katherine Faulkner. I really enjoyed it!

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!!