Homesteading Before The Next Great Depression~

[@sueantonich5455]

It does my heart good when my 10 year old grandson who lives in the city tells his parents he wants to grow up on Grandma's farm because it's the coolest thing ever!

[@svetlanikolova7673]

That is wonderful news! Tell him to come more often and send him home with a new skill every summer!

[@gailsmith3581]

Aww . . . how sweet is that! Bless his heart! 😇

[@thewildgoose7467]

Little did you know when you published this 3 years ago that in a few short years the necessity for independent living and looking after your family's needs would become so important.

[@diannamc367]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@americanrebelforce8735]

Here 5/22 and I can say she is getting more right

[@LILLIANKING-lk2jx]

HERE in 5/23 more right.

[@StephWebb17]

Our family just moved to the country and started homesteading. we found a place with a pond, huge garden plot and a chicken coop. we love this life!

[@Thewanderlustgene1]

All of my Great Grandparents made it through the Great Depression and all lived on small (by today's standards) family farms. My Grandma, who practically raised us because our parents worked, just passed away a few months ago. I grew up learning to reuse, reuse, save, reuse! I don't ever remember her buying canning jars, they reused the glass jars the mayo came in. And I still re-wash zip lock bags! She taught me so much. She always wanted to feed everyone, because she told me that she knew what it was like to go hungry. I'll always remember those words. I hope to pass them on to my children.

[@sherrymorris4112]

It is 2023 now when I am first watching this. Wow, this is amazing what has happened since this video. Almost prophetic. Keep up the good work! Thanks Patara.

[@ThePlantBasedHomestead]

"I fell off a turnip truck but it wasn't last night" Hahahaha LOVED it! Your video's are wonderful. My grandma utilized EVERYTHING to the point where she made "bacon gravy". I couldn't even believe it. I miss her so much and wish I had her and her sisters and brothers. They were such patriarchs and matriarchs. It's good to hear your input. It's very similar to my thoughts. We're plant based, but we keep chickens for permaculture to help us with our garden. Our 5 year old sells her eggs and puts the money in her bank account. She knows where eggs come from, she knows what it takes to grow veggies and fruits. We homeschooled this year and will do it for years to come to spite the fact that I feared I wouldn't be good enough to be her teacher. We are learning to be self sustainable and teaching HER how to do for herself. God is so good. Thank you so much!

[@drd6893]

you crack me up when you pull your hats off... i love it, that's what woman really look like, not those magazines you're amazing thank you for sharing your thoughts and your skill sharing 99% of people don't kno, won't kno, how to survive my house, we don't even have cable, my daughter doesn't feel like she's missing anything, because she's not

[@theineffablehomestead3378]

Personally I find Patara much more attractive than those women in magazines and in TV ads, but I have never really liked overly made up women. I prefer to see the true beauty not painted on masks. Not to mention Patara's intelligence and amazing personality just add to her natural beauty. It is amazing how ugly "pretty girls" can become after just a few sentences of vapid talking. Patara on the other hand, she starts talking and just becomes more and more beautiful as you see the inner beauty is just as amazing as her outside beauty.

[@Evergreenlace]

The Ineffable Homestead I agree!! Beautiful inside and out!

[@drd6893]

Lacey Bryant sure is, she is beautiful, smart and sharing wisdom is the best gift i can imagine passing on!

[@drd6893]

i didn't mention in my comments, I've been watching all of your videos, I'm still fairly new as a subscriber, but as I've watched your videos, i absolutely love how you raise your family, your children. you make me smile, you enlighten me, every video I watch. i genuinely appreciate you and thank you, thank you for sharing your life with everyone. i learn new skills each video!

[@theineffablehomestead3378]

@ Dr Lady Karen, I am not so sure he was being mean. I sort of took his comment as a misguided compliment, saying "you look nice like the girls in magazines". Though I do understand how you might take that comment of his another way. Honestly though, I would say just shrug it off.

[@whisperjoy1128]

Just found this oldie but goodie! How much truer this is today.....

[@robberntson8934]

I am fortunate in that I am of a generation that grew up with parents that lived through the depression. My father was 17 in 1929 so came of age in the worst of it. What many people call homesteading is and was just living to most of the people that I knew. I learned to look after poultry, milk, garden, raise pigs and cook from scratch from an early stage and it just seemed normal. We also heated with wood and had neighbours who used kerosene for light and had no power. That wasn't "normal" but it was the way it was. As it was, rural electrification came late here so many people had heated with wood/coal and had alternative light sources. It was, for lack of a better term, just living. My sons grew up here on the farm and were involved from a young age as we made sure that they had age appropriate jobs to do. Neither of them is on the farm as both have moved on to other careers, one in the city and one in Germany. They do know the value of hard work and how to "do" for yourself. I also have to agree that , anymore, the best part about going away is coming back home again. Thanks for the thoughtful video.

[@ronnielee3162]

Rob Berntson very well said!

[@KellieinItalynow]

Yes, I love my 2 acres here in NoVa. I long to just be here on my little homestead. Run errands then SPRINT it home. To peace and less stress. :)

[@em55527]

I'm with you - I started with a flock of chickens, and now I'm looking for a larger property to expand. I'm doing this for my family as well.

[@garybelcher8259]

I recently found this channel and I'm in the process of "catching up" on watching past videos. This one is now 3 1/2 years old. This young lady had great foresight. All the mess going on now.... At least she and her family got a little head start. I applaud her. Looking forward on continuing "catching up". I grew up in the eastern most part of Kentucky in the 50s, 60s and 70s in abject poverty and didn't even realize we lived the homestead life style. Everyone stay safe. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@lisagallegos6842]

My grandma was born and raised in the mountains of East Tennessee. Now that I'm following a path to be more self sufficient and to learn more of how things were done in the old days, the more I wish I had listened and questioned my grandma more. She lived thru the Great Depression and I think that resulted in her being very frugal during her life.

[@Xelann]

You have such southern charm, which is rare nowadays. It was very easy to follow your talk and I hope it reaches many ears, especially the younger generation.

[@johnmmcalhany6091]

You are absolutely right, My daddy said that his family didnt know that a "Great Depression" was going on. They were nearly 100% self reliant and community reliant. "Bartering" he said, "Kept them alive" Families in the community helped each other and that was something they died way before the depression. He turns 80 years old this year.

[@OldAlabamaGardener]

Patara, there is an old saying which goes like this: Prepare for the worst, and pray for the best! If one does that then whatever comes they will manage to get through it better than those who don't prepare. Thanks for this video, I hope it helps some to give serious thought to what might come next! OAG

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

Amen! xo

[@brendadoherty3060]

OldAlabamaGardener my mother used to say the same thing.

[@melissawelch651]

I've come across this video during the virus pandemic of 2020. All I can say is Amen Sister!

[@laurenc7035]

Coming across this video in 2022 and I couldn’t agree more, Amen!

[@chrisb5391]

I am in my mid 60's and I remember my grandmother talking about the Depression. She lived on a small family farm at the time and said that everyone was in the same boat so they didn't realize what others thought of as poor. They always had enough food to eat because they grew it and had animals. I learned to preserve foods and sew from her. I did get away from it for a number of years because "others" have said we could do better by buying goods that are already prepared for us. We have given so much of our power to others that we are a society who won't know what to do in a really bad situation. When i went to school you learned practical skills like sewing, cooking, balancing a checkbook, driving and how to change a tire. Wood shop was important. I learned to sew and cook by skills that were passed down from my grandmother and mother. Most children today don 't know where their food comes from. I don't live on a homestead but I'm still trying to educate my grandchildren on some basic skills. I want to thank you for not sugar-coating the things you talk about. I am purchasing the reference books you speak about. Knowledge is a powerful thing and learning never stops. Thank you. Peace and blessings.

[@itsamysticlife3500]

My Mamaw and Pawpaw were raised on farms in what is still rural NW Georgia, but raised my mom in a small town, county seat. Most folks there don't know that Callaway and West Point Pepperell mills had properties all over the town that became play grounds, sports fields, and parks when I was a kid. But before that, those properties were fenced in lots where people would drop off their milk cows and goats to graze as they walked to their jobs at the mill. The mill paid a young man to guard those animals and make sure they were collected by the correct person at the end of the day. This was one of the perks of working in a very dangerous cotton mill. My Pawpaw used to bring "sweepings" from the mill home each day - loose cotton that was dropped on the floor. My Mamaw would clean it, card it and use it as batting in her quilts that had tops made from the best parts of worn out clothes and the backs out of hand dyed "mill ends" (pieces of cotton cloth that weren't big enough to make a bed sheet) that she sewed together. I still have one of her "string quilts" and can point out whose clothing every piece came from. They had backyard chickens and raised produce in their yard - front and back, with the fruit trees and flowers; and Pawpaw raised a pig every year at his cousin's house just outside of town, which was maybe 1/2 mile away from his house. The produce and chickens went away in the early 60's, but the last hog butchering was in the early 70's, and we always canned veggies, fruit, jams and jellies every summer despite the GA heat. Right now hubby & I have a really small urban farm (point 15 acres) with animals (rabbits, chickens, fish, bees), herbs, veggies, fruit, greenhouse, and aquaponics. I'm teaching hubby, our grandkids and some of the neighbors about farming. I think things are changing in my neighborhood, with several of my neighbors putting in vegetable gardens, and some even have chickens and bees now. It gives me hope to see that.

[@raremedium4091]

We are moving toward homesteading as a nutritional independence issue. We want to take responsibility for our nutrition, and part of that includes the work that goes into it keeping us healthy. People have their reasons, but in the end personal freedom is not about having it easy, it is about having control over one's basic needs. I am always inspired by you :)

[@reneebrown5598]

Amen. When my kids were little I worried about teaching them the things my grandma taught me. Cooking canning cleaning quilting and gardening. But neither were interested in learning. Now that my daughter is a momma of a teenager she is finally willing to learn.

[@traciperdue]

Amen!!! They need to bring skills back in schools. Thanks for sharing. Have a good afternoon!!!

[@scottbandy2571]

Great video. We have been slowly building our little homestead for years. I grew up on a farm so the workload is no surprise to me and I loved my childhood! It is a multi-generational gift that can't be overstated. We love your channel.

[@reginashelton3754]

You did have an impact on me! When I discovered your channel 2 years ago, I bought some chickens, over 60 at one point! Then I got ducks, getting more ducks in a couple weeks.Now I have rabbits, 59 of those cute furry little delicious things! Planning out a goat barn and pen for this spring. You have been a positive influence more than you will ever know to me and many people who watch you! God Bless you and your family, and keep homesteading!

[@cindyurban4162]

I feel wonderful when I get my hands dirty and I see plants grow. Happy to see fruit trees grow, raising chickens and love what we do on our 5 acres. We don't have a massive garden, but we have a good start. Thank you for what you do. Love you too.

[@theineffablehomestead3378]

Patara your videos and talks are such a refreshing window of true common sense. It is wonderful to know such a lovely person like you is out there. Keep up the great work and keep spreading this important info.

[@bigrandy1958]

I'm just around the corner from you in Tellico Plains. You are such a breath of fresh air. Thank you Patera for all you do!

[@onedazinn998]

Patara, thank you for being such a inspirational mentor to us. Who cares what you look like honey...your speeches like this one move me to tears because you are doing so much more with your life than just living on the farm and raising kids - you are mentoring a community of aspiring self-reliant wannabes. Thank you sweet country Lady. The great depression is the reason why I started this lifestyle & if you are a student of the bible...the signs are obvious. I did my best to warn my children than another great depression is coming and they need to learn these skills, but they don't see it. So I set out in my mind to do what you are doing...preparing a place for them to run to if they need to..where they can grow their own food & survive better than in the city. I think this generation should watch the tv show The Waltons, as even though the show was glamorized it reflects some of the reason why growing up on a mountain with timber, having a large family, growing your own food, going without, and how precious little things like sugar was during the Depression. We need to see what others went through during times of war and scarcity.

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

Thank you for this! xoxoxo! ;-)

[@AroundtheBlueBend]

So much wisdom! "Well somebody told us Wall Street fell. But we were so poor that we couldn't tell." (Song of the South - Alabama) So many times I watch off-grid/homestead videos and think, "that's the way granny always did it!" You're right about roots. :)

[@susanholland3956]

Yes! Big time high stress society! I'm in it every day as i work with the public, Lord help me and it's getting worse. I LOVE when you talk about how homesteading is so beneficial not only for self sufficiency but for your mental and physical health and overall well being. I'm working on getting my own little safe haven. Until then, I'm tucking away all the knowledge I'm learning from you and a few others so I'll be ready when the time comes. Thank You!!

[@quantumspirit8439]

Proof that wisdom can belong to the young. My kids are young adults- and I wish I had had a less materialistic outlook when they were children. I’m brushing up and learning new skills now. Our children and grandchildren ARE our future. Thank you for sharing- you’re a blessing.

[@pattymassey5357]

You said just what I've come to realize lately , and even if things improve we need to pass this on to our children and grandchildren so they can pass in on to future generations. It's up to us to help keep this knowledge alive.

[@sandhollowhomestead6972]

My mom said, you have a good head, do what's right. There's doers and there's sayers. You are a doer. Your insight is spot on. Appreciate you so much. Thanks for speaking and doing.

[@thecatxx]

I’ve started canning and a bean bucket like mrs homestead lady and will be planting a garden on the balcony in a few months. I’m glad I found all this information now while young (I’m 20). The future seems pretty bleak but it’s less scary with making plans.

[@holisticadvocate7882]

You can start your homestead even if you are in an apartment. Container gardens can be used in places where you don't own or have to "follow" the sunlight. You don't have to raise animals to homestead. Homesteading is a state of mind. The instant communication allows us to build great communities bypassing controls like newspaper, tv, and government. We can generate a true grass roots movement worldwide and connect like one big fungus (the largest organism found to date. Keep up the good work and keep spreading the love. BTW the natural way is the most beautiful way. And all mothers are beautiful because of the life they bring to this planet.

[@pattishelton3169]

I appreciate your honesty and I understand completely. What is hard to do is convince a spouse and other family members of which I am trying to do because I need this to be a family mission. I am grateful for what my parents taught me and support from folks like you guys, thanks.

[@lizzeldizzel]

You speak to my heart, Patara. I nearly cried when you said, it's a calling back to our roots. It is indeed. Thanks for the insperation.

[@littleshepherdfarm2128]

Appalachia's Homestead: So glad I found you again!!! Didn't you do a cooking video last year about cooking on a wood stove in hot weather? If so, then that was you and I have been wondering all this time who you were and where you got off to. It turns out that KZbin "Suggested" your channel to me and I am so glad they did. I am not a homesteader or prepper but I truly appreciate those who are homesteaders. You guys are doing what I wanted to do when I was young. So...now my wife and I are living in a rural area and learning to grow our own food and are remodeling this old house that's nearly 200 years old. You are SO RIGHT in saying that you believe it's your responsibility to teach your children all the important stuff and give them skills. My parents were divorced when I was very very small and they never taught me any skills, but I had a strong desire to learn a lot of things about building houses. So I learned carpentry, HAVC, roofing, siding, and windows and doors through working those kinds of jobs. I learned many other things through a "hands-on" process as well, including auto mechanics. I tried so hard at a young age to teach my son auto mechanics and carpentry but it never interested him. But he recently got married and has been having car troubles so you can imagine who he turned to for help in solving his car problems. LOL. He's 28 now and I am disabled and retired out of necessity due to a really bad accident I had in 2010. So I can't do anywhere near as much as I would like to. But I still have that strong desire to do everything that needs done and to teach my boy the important things to get him through life with a lot less struggles. And I see that you have the same thing in mind, so now I am subscribed and enjoying a more permanent view of your channel. Thank you and all the other homesteaders for producing this awesome content from someone who wanted to do it but can't anymore. Oh, and my apologies for such a long comment. LOL.

[@kellyhale2778]

Totally agree. The stockmarket is at an almost record high which is great but we all know what goes up must come down and ? is how far down and how fast. I try to teach my grandkids gardening and all I can. I am planting all heirloom seeds this year and hoping to save a lot of them. I love a simple life.

[@sharonallen6921]

You've nailed it! Glad you caught on younger than I did. I am 60 years old and feel like I'm playing catch up. Then again, I haven't felt this alive in 25 years. There's things to learn and do and hope, dream and pray over. I will never see my homestead/farm completed. Time is already not my friend. But, when I head upstairs at the end of my life, I will leave knowing my sons and grandsons (yep, I'm already a grandma) have a fighting chance at surviving and providing for themselves. I wanted this for a long time but it wasn't until my sons grew up and faced economic hardships that I had folks to help me. One son was inches from being homeless. Another son was struggling to start a business. The 3rd son had trouble finding a job after graduating college. That was a real eye opener having all 3 going through hard times at one time. We are still struggling but at least we are struggling toward a goal - a homestead we can all live on where we will grow the majority of our own food and nurture the grandboys God has loaned us. There is nothing like seeing those boys running through the pasture, splashing in the creek, climbing trees, helping with chores or soon experiencing the miracle of birth as we add animals to our farm. We're brand new at this lifestyle but we are learning and growing and thriving. I thank you, Miss Patera. You have been such an encourager and inspiration. ~Sherrie

[@Rosaprep247]

It’s incredible how well your message keeps true six years later!

[@juliegalvin2223]

I’m watching this 3 years after it’s posting. You are on to something here, like many of us. Thank you for your calming and reassurance that we are living the right way and doing the right things. You have helped calm my spirit as I am in health care so, need I say more?

[@NannyTam]

Six years later and Here we are! Smack dab in the middle of it!

[@bstewnog]

Many things she said are actually happening right now.

[@bearcreekgirl6967]

I am so fortunate. I now live in a community where the entire county populations is about 2000. Most of us farm or ranch. The nearest WalMart is 2 hours away and most of us might get there once a month. We are a primarily self sustainable community.

[@patriciacallen9653]

there is so much that a young person learns on the farm that when combined with schooling creates a more well rounded individual. The morals and values are irreplaceable. thank you

[@sunflowersnbluebirds7362]

#Truth Life isn't all butterflies and unicorns. Sometimes life is walking, shoveling and or falling in manure, put it in the garden and grow nutrient packed food! Thanks for adressing this subject, long time coming! Thanks Patara!

[@workinonit9562]

Love your videos, you are a role model for all who are trying to be more self sufficient. Thanks for all you do.

[@pmay6772]

First let me say I agree whole heartedly. I wish I knew more about homesteading 20 years ago because a lot of what you're talking about has affected us. 2008 hit us hard but by 2010 we had recovered somewhat. Then in late 2012 we were blessed with our first two grandchildren. It's funny you mentioned you could be a grandmother in eight years which would make you 4*. I was 4* in 2012 when they were born. Then two things happened in early 2013 that are still affecting us now. In January my husband was unexpectedly laid off from his job of 32 years and in February one of our grand babies died of SIDS. We still haven't full recovered from either. If we had been homesteading or least had some of those skill sets the first probably wouldn't have been so bad for us. So now my husband is almost at the age where he could retire but unfortunately he won't be able to. That's just one of the reasons we are looking at and learning some skill sets now so that when he is able to retire we want to be as self-sufficient as possible. Sorry for the long response, but thanks for your video. It's words of encouragement to me.

[@dianah4005]

Pamela sorry to hear about your grand baby. my prayers for you.

[@katiegrazier4091]

Hugs and prayers to your family.

[@pmay6772]

Thank you

[@lindavip]

Pamela I'm so sorry about your grandbaby. My heart hurts just hearing about it.

[@pmay6772]

lindavip Thank you

[@GrandmaGingersFarm]

Oh my gosh, Patara. you describe exactly how I feel and have had trouble putting into words. Hugs Thankyou & God Bless

[@janiceb4679]

Being a homesteader will not only teach you to learn new (old) skills, but it is a frugal way of life that benefits ecology and is in line with a healthier (than the average) diet as well. Not to mention all the clean air, sunshine. Working on the farm can get just as hectic as 9-5 in the city. What ever your lifestyle, you've got to stop and smell the flowers, breathe in the mountain air, start a fire in the pit (of your soul), kiss, make love, play... especially with your kids and pets, worship and pray... we all need these things, but too often they get pushed to bottom of our priority list. Live better!!

[@titusandjackie4167]

I feel the same way about my life and property for my son and grandkids, I enjoy your chanel, God bless!!

[@tylerbuchholz3234]

Homesteaders are the ultimate preppers.

[@theineffablehomestead3378]

Yep so very true. And a lot of preppers eventually find their way to homesteading as they realize this.

[@janiceb4679]

That is so true! I think of a prepper as someone with guns and B.O.B.'s and lots of canned food... like some character from a zombie apocalypse movie. A homesteader is someone who has some type of farm or garden to provide. The prepper has the advantage on the run, but only for so long. Whereas, the homesteader's preparedness will provide long-term, but they're screwed if forced off their land.

[@stephanienuce7711]

People have ZERO idea. Truth here y'all. LISTEN.

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

Thank you, Steph! xo

[@stephanienuce7711]

Welcome my friend!

[@MotherHenofWiseAcres]

Amazing hearing this video in 2020!

[@caroljordan2886]

My folks grew up during the depression. I learned many skills from them about “homesteading “. My visits to my grandparents farm impacted me a lot. Then, later when I lived with my parents on the farm I really learned about chores, the garden, canning, butchering etc…. Those were the best2 1/2 years in my 60+ memories. I wish I had paid more attention and asked more questions. Thank you for all your wisdom and teachings.

[@cathygray4923]

Wow you were talking about the mess we are in now five years ago.

[@MyBearhugger]

You said everything I've wanted to say - and lived out. Good to know there are others out there with like heart who have their eyes open.

[@glorytogodhomestead3495]

Just watched your channel this morning 2023 and then watch this one. We’ve had a long time to get ready. Thank you Patara.

[@PawPawMountain]

It's only a matter of time......Great Job you're doing Patera! Yes it is hard work, but worth every minute.

[@unique32journalist]

Wow, the relevance of this topic hits right between the eyes in 2020.

[@klmeyer9907]

i'm trying to get there ( less dependent). you're videos help a lot. they make the day better. i am learning a lot. i have some limitations such as health and location as well as financial. i started my seeds. i hope to have them planted as soon as the nights warm up some more. i hope i can get a few chickens next year. i may never get there completely, but i'm trying.

[@norahofmans4280]

I so appreciate you and your teachers ❤️ heart ❤️❤️❤️. Your "realness" is inspiring.

[@barbarahuffmansaunders2478]

It's better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. .im.70 and my mom went thru the dust bowl not fun.she taught me alot she been gone now 48.years so glad me and my husband came to Appalachian mountains in va raised our family. now we're old I still surviving.blessing now my grandaughter has a farm.

[@debbiedeal5937]

Patara, you have a huge impact with homesteaders. Unfortunately, I am not one, but I am one at heart. I do what I can do, with what I have, where I live, with what I have learned listening to you. I want to THANK YOU, me just being an observer, that I see your love for your animals, your KNOWLEDGE of your animals, your knowledge of your dogs, your crops, canning, basic survival, homeschooling.......you don't talk out of your......hat. You speak from truth and experience, and if you don't know something, your are not so prideful that you won't pick up a phone and call Miss Homestead Lady, or Starry or someone who you trust to have the answer to your question. You have a humble heart, and the bible says a humble heart is a TEACHABLE heart. A heart puffed up with pride is the exact opposite. Just b/c you take your hat off and your hair's not all fluffed up, and your face isn't "contoured" with makeup, doesn't mean you aren't beautiful. 'Cause you are. Thank you for being real. Thank you for understanding the sanctity of life---of all God's creatures. Thank you for bringing no judgement to this channel. Thank you for raising 3 wonderful young men to be responsible, capable men one day. You'd be surprised how many of these things are not present in other's homesteading channels. It makes me appreciate this one, all the more!

[@terryeabbott7554]

Spot on...we appreciate your honesty and your commitment so much.

[@katiegrazier4091]

We are getting ready to close on 11.5 Acres and sell our existing home. Looking forward to expanding my garden and adding to my flock of 9. Thank you for showing us the real side of this life.

[@melissaw.9583]

And look where we're at. You said you felt 5-10 years. Been listening to your older videos while continuing to get our home in order. Keep speaking the truth! You just said again recently how history repeats itself, it's happening

[@JRPacer]

Before we had the Internet and cell phones I took a look at my yard of 4 acres and I needed something more on the land .....We got chickens and a year later bees and it was afeeling inside that I needed to make since with this house and property our gardens grew and I have a greenhouse now I have come a long way and I love it.

[@janiceb4679]

that's awesome. It can be a very educational experience. At least it has been for me.

[@JRCHomesteadTexas]

We've made the move from Las Vegas back home to Texas and are now building our home on 10 acres. We're retiree new homesteaders with a goal to be sustainable as possible and provide a safe area for our adult children to come to. Thanks for the video.

[@mpatrick743]

I went driving out to the country to look at a property, and I felt so peaceful. Then I drove back to my apartment, and could feel my tension go up with every mile I got closer "home". I know country life is a hardworking life, but it's also a peaceful one.

[@SeeLionsInTX]

First of all, God has given you natural beauty so that, even when you feel tired and 'not cute', you still have a rosy glow and bright eyes. Second, I appreciate how you shoot from the hip and avoid sugar-coating. Truth, especially these days, is absolutely necessary and sought after. That's why your channel keeps growing because people are hungry for God-centered homes where they can sense His Love between you, especially in your marriage. Seeing a couple honor one another in their efforts is so encouraging. Thank you for walking your talk. May God lavish you with hourly Grace to make wise decisions as you seek His Face. ♡

[@aislingmeehan9862]

I so appreciate how real you are about homesteading. I've been taking on small "homestead" tasks over the past year, just because it's the most economical way to make sure I eat fresh greens, my snakes have fresh food, and now I'm starting to raise rabbits for our dinner table. My fiancé are going to start looking for a plot of land after we get married. I feel so blessed to live in an age where so much information is right at my fingertips! Thank your for sharing your life with us!

[@glennanderson8783]

Another great video Patera! On the topic of schools, our schools used to teach us how to think now they are focused on teaching us what to think. That's just so wrong on so many levels. Best thing I ever did was get out of the city.

[@scottlay2970]

My wife and I really appreciate your videos I was born during the Cuban missile crisis had a grandpa who would tell ya he did not know what the depression era was everyone was poor. we wish you and your family the best

[@SRHurst-kj5mx]

I work the hardest ever since starting our homestead but I'm also the healthiest. I don't have any problems getting to sleep. Love your discussions.

[@contreeman]

KNOWLEDGE IS WORTH MORE THAN GOLD GOD BLESS

[@OurHearthandHome]

Wow! Three years later and Covid-19 hit, I pray many were ready. Great video!

[@Rollwithit699]

Patara, you're my kind of lady, a hard working, friendly, straight shooter. Love your channel and your farm.

[@beachchic288]

Thank you for bringing this video to our attention again for us "newer ones".

[@sabrina6966]

Sitting here watching this in 2021 😳 I’m just getting started, but I’m going to at least try. Thank you for all the helpful information for us newbies.

[@lindseyf4506]

I have watched this video several times. I just love your message here. I can't wait to be able to teach my boys the skills needed to be self-sufficient.

[@lisa-le2ou]

Can I do half of what my grandparents (or even my parents) have had to do? Honestly, I probably can't even do 1% of what they did. But I am trying to learn. A few years back we had an ice storm that took out our electricity. I could cook because our stove was a standing pilot and we had plenty of food. Problem was our heat. Yes my furnace was (and still is) propane but it is electric ignition. That coupled with no electricity to run the blower left us without heat for a week. Had to go stay with family until they got our lines back up. That is why I am wanting a wood stove before winter this year. Granted it will not be our primary heat source because I want to learn to use it without the pressure. But I want to be learning before it is necessity. That is why I am learning all of it. Little at a time before necessity dictates that I need it. Is something going to happen? Something always happens. How wide spread is another matter. It might just be something that affects me and my family. It might be something that affects my parents which would then trickle down to me. It could affect the whole country. No matter what I want to be getting ready.

[@danielbehm2347]

Good video. I think your kids will grow up being well balanced, productive citizens in our society. I wish more people would see the light.

[@countrykaren5895]

I absolutely love watching and learning from you. You do an amazing job at setting us straight on the realities of homesteading. I look forward to seeing you in May! God bless.

[@brightstarr57]

Super video! You were right then as you are now. Thanks for linking it to your video today! 👍👍👍

[@rachelbonner]

Watching this in 2024… thank you for continuing to speak truth! I didn’t wake up until 2020, but you’ve really helped me become more prepared these last several years! 💕

[@riverrat1747]

Love your real-time talks.

[@backwoodsarkansas9155]

Thanks for teaching us. We are are all in it here together.

[@lorrismith7366]

Patera Im watching this 5 years later. You are right! History repeats itself look at where were at in 5 years. Your doing a great job youve touched many lives. Thank you

[@berlinmiller4617]

Thank you for sharing. I whole-heartedly agree, and that life is beckoning me back, for the same reasons, my children and grandchildren. God bless you and your family and homestead.

[@jameyfisher423]

Amen sister preach! 100 percent accurate! Just found you and sooooooo glad I did!!

[@lilli9419]

It's chilling listening to this during Covid-Quarantine

[@georgemurray6845]

I fear nothing that this world hits me with knowing God as my Lord and Jesus as my savior. But, I feel we still need to be prepared. You, Patera and others on KZbin are helping others like me get prepared. Thank you so much and God bless.

[@joannanoel4757]

I wish I had one drop of this woman's charm, zest for living, endurance and abundant common sense....

[@allisgrace1313]

This is the first time I've watched your channel....and gal you got yourself a new sub in me! Love this straight talk! Just closed on our future homestead today!

[@loripretti843]

Wow Patara you were Absolutely Right!!! Look at what we've been through over the last 1 3/4 Years!!! You are one Intelligent Lady!!! Love Ya!!! God Bless!!!

[@Dan-yw9sg]

My Dad grew up on a farm during the Depression, and has taught me to raise crops, can, dry, and pickle excess produce. It is great lessons to learn and pass on to your kids and grandkids. I am in the process of locating my own homestead where I can be more self sufficient and hopefully teach my kids some of the lessons that I was taught by my Dad. I enjoy your videos and definitely learn much from each and every one, so thank you for sharing and please keep up the efforts! Oh, and you are a beautiful woman! Inside and out!

[@gusalivizatos1609]

great video, I think you're on a great path, thanks for sharing

[@unmannerable]

Hello from Scotland!! Love your channel. Keep on keeping on. Peace and love.

[@aliciarobinson5166]

Watching this 4 years later...Sister you nailed it!! ❤🐓

[@lyndaennis8036]

Great content, thank you for sharing Patara.

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

Thank you, Ms. Lynda!

[@pleasecallmekim8772]

It's good to hear from people in the trenches. People who are not afraid to say that we need to wake up and that things have got to change