Homesteading WON'T Save You (+ a day in our life on the homestead)

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We want to share our passion for efficient, sustainable homesteading that brings the family together. On our homestead we do chemical-free gardening, grass-fed milk and beef, pastured eggs and broiler chickens, and free range children :) We love to go on adventures as a family, so if we're not workin on the farm, we're probably hiking or out getting ice cream. We're all into DIY, and being inventive and creative. We believe in homesteading that's sustainable, not just sustainable homesteading. In other words, we want to show you that homesteading doesn't have to wear you out to the point that you give it up. We've seen it happen, and almost came to that point ourselves. So go ahead and take a whack at that subscribe button if you'd like to join us on this crazy ride. Get ready to learn and be inspired!

[@TerrieAllred2023]

I cannot even express how glad I am that you made this video! Some of my first and very favorite youtubers are now continuously posting these "live in fear, not in faith" videos, and it just makes me extremely sad. I have stopped watching them. I refuse to even call myself a homesteader these days because it gets me accused of being a prepper and I don't like what that implies. Do I prepare? yes, but not in that sense of the word. I grow and preserve my own meat and vegetables because it's what I love to do, and I've been doing it for pretty much 40 years for my family. I'm not a prepper. I'm not a homesteader. I am a Proverbs 31 woman...a keeper of my home. God bless you, God keep you, and prayers for all for an abundant, content, and joyful, faith filled life.

[@dustinmackbee5213]

Totally agree!! I read a book years ago called Country Living and it goes into how God wants us out of the major cities and in country homes that resemble heaven. Using the example of Abraham, Enoch, Jesus and of course Eden the book shows that God’s blessing is out and amoungst nature. It seems that the loudest people promoting “exiting the cities” are fear mongering. I think we are meant to be in the country solely for character development as our Character will be the only thing, by God’s Grace, that we take to heaven with us. The term homesteader, like you mentioned, is sadly synonymous with prepper these days. I stopped watching doug & stacy years ago for their/his fear spreading. Even when living out in the country, which I do, it does not keep me, or anyone, from danger so we must not think that solar panels, pantries, canning or rain catchments systems will save us. As important and wise as they are, our salvation is not found in them.

[@mariawhite1328]

I got vilified on the Doug and Stacey comments once just for quite innocent comment about not being afraid. That’s when I thought nope ain’t coming here no more. Im for positive not scare mongering, you only get one life,care for it and love it!

[@a.p.5429]

I'm with you. I have stopped watching a few people too.

[@sharonp6762]

Great comment I absolutely agree!

[@alph8654]

I keep up with all the crazy and fearful things going on in this country and the world to know the signs of the times, but i do not live in fear. I live by faith because I love the Lord. 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. 4:19 We love him, because he first loved us.

[@sophia_megan]

the fact that you homestead because its the sort of life you want to live and not because of a general disdain for society is what makes your channel so fun to watch. "scared people are easy to control" is such an important message, especially when a lot of the prepper mindset comes across as judgmental.

[@searose6192]

I agree with your general point, but for many of us, doing what we can to ensure our family can ride out bumpy times is what makes us less fearful and less likely to be desperate enough to fall prey to control. I guess it depends on the person.

[@Iluvchknz]

@@searose6192but would you share with your neighbor? If you are preparing out of fear for self preservation you will always be afraid. I preserve, grow and have resources. I however also give it freely to family and friends. My success is their success.

[@searose6192]

@@Iluvchknz Of course I will share it with those near to me who don’t threaten our well-being, why wouldn’t I? You need the most people at your back that you can get….. That doesn’t really relate to fear being a motivator for proper prepatory action, which in turn decreases the fear…because you are prepared.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for the kind words. None of us are immune to fear, but we have the opportunity to choose from it or not. Caution is wise, but fear is crippling. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. ❤️

[@lindameredith1941]

Homesteading is not for everyone. It's a lot of work, every day not just M-F, 9/5, rain or shine. I love your comments that homesteading does not make you immune to the issues of the world. Great job.

[@Cody_Ramer]

You got that right! Ive been spending many many hours putting up corner posts for a garden fence, and its expensive! Why does fencing material have to be so stupidly expensive! About half done with the corner posts after a week and hopefully i won't have to buy more stuff to get the fence done. But its gotta get done or the deer will eat everything.

[@stephstephen7625]

It’s getting to the point where I just “like” your videos less than a minute into watching them because I know it’s going to be good the entire way through…. Love the message in this one ❤

[@courtneyleigh-anneunderwoo2255]

Same

[@amandasumosky2155]

I absolutely love y’all! And you are so right. Homesteading isn’t an escape from hardship. Fear isn’t a reason to homestead, or to become more self-sufficient. For us (and I’m sure y’all) as Christians, the more we work toward self-sufficiency, the more we’re reminded of the provision God has given to us from the creation of the world. The ability to put forth GOOD work, with what He’s given us, is an act of worship for us. Of course we’re still in the beginning steps of making these changes. Haha. Y’all are an encouragement to us, and where we CAN be in the future.

[@Mommyslittlegarden]

Yes! I love how you put that! ❤

[@OZARKMEL]

Great advice. I've unsubscribed to a few channels I use to watch because of the "fear driven" content. I don't need that. I need to learn good skills to be successful in my journey to fulfilling a dream I have had for decades. I thank you both for leading me to that in a positive and joyful way which is everything life should be. 😊

[@dianadeleeuw3539]

And no matter what with the extent of every that is even going on its beyond our reach to reverse. Pray, love hard and learn new skills ❤

[@donaldstock3024]

You guys are my most favorite home steading page I watch I get a sense of peace watching you guys

[@morethanfarmers]

So great to hear. ❤️

[@countrygood9233]

I'm so glad you did this video, it's funny last night I cut up a few delicata squash for our dinner and it occurred to me how many people complain about the cost of organic food, yet if they were to buy 1 delicata squash they would have 100 plus seeds they could use to grow their own! This is how I started my squash I ate last night. You talk about fear but one of the reasons I love your videos is because of trial and error and sharing what did and did not work. I think your brave to share it all. You are one of my favorite youtube channels.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much. Great work starting your own squash from seed!

[@lucythomas4077]

So wise at such a young age. We do need more people like you both. God bless you all sweethearts. Stay safe.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Lucy ☺️

[@MrIan1086]

I like to use a salad spinner to dry my sprouts. Works really well.

[@FreedomPebble]

Good idea!

[@TheJoyfulMom]

It’s so discouraging scrolling through instagram or KZbin and seeing all this fear. You guys are a breath of fresh air!

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad you were refreshed!

[@user-do7es3lb5b]

I am a homesteader because I love that life, I am a prepper because I love my family. If you see what's going on in the world today and aren't scared, you aren't paying enough attention.

[@TheADHDHomestead]

Michelle responding "what-y" to "mommy" is soooo relatable 🤣

[@morethanfarmers]

😏

[@The_Wentz_Homestead]

I thought the same, my dad always said that and now I say it to my kids 😂

[@jennterrell3316]

Love how you smelled the butternut squash to determine if it is ok or not. I do that ALL the time. It’s totally instinctual and nice to see it’s not just me!

[@morethanfarmers]

Yep 😂

[@candemitchell8616]

So glad you posted this video. You aren’t playing into fear and just trying to increase your viewers for increasing your income.

[@Greens5511]

Gosh, so interesting, Jill from the Prairie Homestead had a podcast about this very thing! I agree with you both!!

[@carolynmoody9460]

❤❤❤🕊️ I sooo totally AGREE with your view of world an homesteading.. I've stop watching so many channels simply because they have put fear as the main point of there videos.. I love your channel because of the simplicity an peace it brings..❤❤

[@morethanfarmers]

We strive for that. So glad it brings you peace.

[@5GreenAcres]

But please remember...you must have balance. Still watch "some" of the content of exposing the evil but keeping balance with your life. That is key. I always use the phrase: Don't be an ostrich with your head in the sand. In the end the ostrich gets bit in the ass."

[@joycemarie487]

Totally agree with this video. I have unsubsidized to several big you tubers because of the constant fear mongering. Taking one little snippet of a news article and portraying it as though "they are coming for you" has really disgusted me. Mental health issues are real and contributing to people's fear making thing worse. Faith over fear. Community among homesteaders is the answer

[@CherrieMcKenzie]

Thank you for such a positive message. I got into urban homesteading to avoid the high cost of vegetables and discovered that I liked growing my own food. Like others I've noticed the shift to fear messaging and also like others have begun to avoid those channels. Glad to see there are still sane people left.

[@annamalagoli3196]

I absolutely loved this video and agree, living in fear is just not good for anyone. My favorite quote "create the life today that you will be happy to reminisce about tomorrow." (From my yogurt lid!)😅

[@morethanfarmers]

That's some wise yogurt! 😂😋

[@pamvancleave6722]

As a grandma I am blown away by the knowledge you guys already have at such a young age. Im glad to find ur channel. I am learning things even at my age. Great job kids! God bless you and your American dream. If i had to do it all over agaib, id do it just like yall.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Pam! That means a lot 😊❤️

[@michaelpetty8416]

“Humans are not made to be separated.” You are so correct.

[@mirab4371]

“Scared people are easy to control.” YES! TRUTH BOMB! Well said and terrific video! ❤

[@nicolesteward4723]

Thank you for this video. I want to learn more about homesteading (even though I will probably never be able to do it) and I'm so turned off by the fear mongering. It's so refreshing to see videos that call that out and see humanity as good. No fear-mongering, even when you say you "don't trust multi-vitamins", it's just a statement, not a "THEY ARE TRYING TO KILL YOU". Very much appreciate your tone and the way you approach it. Thank you!

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome Nicole! So glad you're enjoying 😁

[@kimberleychapman8416]

Thanks again for approaching the subject of how to potentially deal with ‘what could happen’! I love your approach to homesteading - with balance. Plus, you are right - we weren’t meant to isolate ourselves since family/community was designed by the Lord. I know if I was isolated for a long time, I would probably get a bit whacky 😂❤ God bless you guys!

[@anapaulacrawford5837]

Ahhh , called wisdom, please . For sure, this earth is going out of balance. And it's awesome to see you both and your family getting the principles that have been lost in our society. Thank you for what you do . God bless 🙏🏻

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for your kind words. ☺️

[@mollybeee]

I love your channel and self sufficient me. You're here in the states and he's in Australia so I can enjoy harvest year round and hear about different veggies. Your channel is calming and coffee time. So glad you don't preach about everything has to be organic and only eat meat that is grass fed, grass finished, they make me tired. Keep up the wonderful work.

[@a.p.5429]

I watch him too.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Molly! Good to hear you're enjoying 😁❤️

[@mrs.broccoli4362]

Thank you very much for this video. Fear is the worst advisor and I see in my practice how sick fear can make you. I really hope your video reaches many people who urgently need this message. I love that you speak so much and show strength for your followers. All the other info is great as always, I love your channel so much. So true and important

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Claudia! Appreciate you doing your part with your practice. ❤️

[@ioanagherman5952]

Well done video, love the way you guys teach your kids to help with chores. God bless you guys. Have a bless Easter.

[@reclaimingjoyhomestead]

Such a good reminder. It can be difficult to find the balance between trying to stay updated without starting to feel like the world is collapsing around us. I grow food for my family because I love this life. Focusing on the problems going on in the world robs me of my peace and starts to make me feel like I need to do more than I can manage.

[@5GreenAcres]

Excellent comment. The key word is BALANCE. Ostriches with their head in the sand end up getting bit in the ass. We don't want to be that ostrich.

[@gladysrichard6088]

Thank you for the honesty you impart to your followers.

[@aussiebluie]

Thank you for this incredibly helpful and timely video. I found myself slipping into fear again recently. Honestly, I was then starting to become a "perfectionist bully" to myself and even those around me. I don't enjoy homesteading when I'm motivated by fear and even comparison to other homesteaders. I just get so hard on myself. Them sadly, hard on my kids and husband. Recently, I was able to share one of my snap pea seedlings with my friend. It felt so good to be in community and share. That's how my very small scale farmer mother raised me. To be very generous with the bounty you are growing. She was so generous, she had many people bring grown flowers out of the cuttings she'd given to others at her funeral. We did not even need a florist! God bless you all!! Truly, thank you! 💖

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing. It can be a hard thing to remember, especially when you feel alone. A good community makes all the difference. ❤️

[@jamesbrown8718]

Hey guys!! I just found your channel a few days ago, and I can truly say I have enjoyed it so very much. To honestly be able to watch a normal family, homesteading the true and honest way. Learning as you go, and not being afraid of failure. You just get up dust off and try again. I am in the process of going back and watching your older videos. I am not a true homesteaders, but do raise a garden every year. We are truly honestly wanting to find some property to move on to start a true homestead. I want chickens, pigs and a milk cow. There is no time like the present to start with the state of this world is not getting any better. And I worry about my family especially my grand children I don’t want them to ever go hungry. My moon is 82 and she helps me in the garden we have right now. I want to expand it this year to have more growing space. Till we can get moved to a new property. Living in a trailer park is not the ides place to raise a great garden.

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome to the channel! I wouldn't worry about being a 'true homesteader'. Sounds like you're doing a great job where you are with what you have. 😁

[@margoseymour6582]

I love your videos! I feel like I’m watching a documentary on organic farming, time management, cooking, and stress relief. I know it’s a ton of work, so appreciate your sharing with us!

[@morethanfarmers]

You're so welcome, Margo 😊

[@JulioCesarMoreno71]

Just joined and really digging your channel.. I'm working towards buying some land here in Texas and yes I am one of those that believes we better be self sufficient, it's not fear like several have mentioned but being proactive and prudent is my drive and some don't understand and yes they panic and make unwise decisions. I'm taking one step at a time and your channel is very helpful and in fact helps me to focus on making on going decisions. Keep up the good work.

[@a-ebonylive8039]

Truly you are more than Farmers indeed, You are role models, Inspiration, Teachers, Wise, Best parents and so much more 💕

[@annemariemoormann996]

I agree and I needed to hear it. Thank you.

[@user-ye8lo9ql9o]

I only found your videos a few months because I was watching lots of youtube stuff about horse training and permaculture and growing your own food. I was really impressed by you both, you’re young and full of enthusiasm which is lovely see. Myself and my husband when he’s home are trying to get a piece of our land ready to plant up, we’re building a dead hedge to keep the neighbouring farmers sheep out first, we live in North Wales and the sheep here have this burning desire to escape their fields then eat everything in their path as they go to the mountains. So I’m watching and learning so I can put it in to practise soon. Keep up the good work. X

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad to hear from you! Good luck with Project Sheep Repellant 😁😁😁

[@lindabyrne1645]

Love watching!

[@cassielitton753]

One of the best videos I've seen from homesteaders in a while. Thank y'all. He who keeps us never sleeps nor slumbers and He is always with us❤❤❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Cassie ☺️

[@sarahmcilhany2362]

Love this message so much. There is sooo much homesteading content that makes people feel like you guys did in the beginning- that you're already behind and you're not doing enough fast enough. This takes every ounce of joy out of it, and leads to burnout! So, thank you guys! This is so refreshing and encouraging.

[@morethanfarmers]

So good to hear it was refreshing for you, Sarah. ❤️

[@stacyberry6097]

Best fear video ever!! Your spot on, live life the way you enjoy and don't listen to town criers. Homesteading is the hardest work, takes alot of time & energy. Its not for everyone and if your are not self motivated might not be for you. Don't worry just baby steps see what works for you & enjoy life you only get one 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

Amen!

[@marysellar3401]

Please guys, can i tell you how proud you both should be of yourselves. You've recognized the truth, you've grown each and every day. Give yourselves a massive pat on the back. Keep up the GREAT WORK. Love your great video, Congratulations.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Mary! Appreciate the kind words ☺️

[@hometown215]

Honestly seems like some people are energized by researching worst case scenarios and then spreading shocking news. Great way to put it...haha...also like the new style of video where you both narrate.

[@Donnam127]

Thank you for this video. Fear can lead to all the things you talked about. Our country needs to stay away for those who cause us fear and do what we all know is right. Then, we’ll all be fine. Together. So much more of this is needed by so many more people. Thank you again

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome, Donna. So glad this resonated with you.

[@galeharris6696]

Great message, and one that is SO needed right now! I come to my land and my garden for nurturance, and it's so good for that. Fear has no place on a homestead, as animals and humans are all affected by it. Thank you for a beautiful message.💕

[@morethanfarmers]

You're most welcome 😁

[@ashleyporter9330]

Gosh, this video spoke to my soul! MUCH NEEDED! Thank you!

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome!

[@mperez2730]

I can't agree more with Michelle when she said "scared people are easy to control". I stopped watching another homesteading channel because it was all preparing for doomsday and fear. It just drained my energy. We must always remember that God is in control. Thank you for your videos ❤️

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome!

[@AHomesteadingHustle]

Love this video and I recently released one with a similar message! Absolutely enjoying this lifestyle without it driven by fear is the key to success! It also takes the pressure off to avoid burnout! Well done 👏👏 (Also, your editing style is on point! Great job!)

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks! 😁❤️

[@yellowrainer]

The squash “sniff and shrug” got me lol. This is something my I do with a lot of stuff.

[@morethanfarmers]

😂👍

[@420Trees]

Thanks

[@jenniferdavis9937]

I LOVED this video! Thank you for your common sense, down to earth approach! Taking a deep breath and just enjoying the process of whatever path we’ve chosen to take is the best bet! Personally, I think the best plan is to coordinate with friends in your community and each producing what we are gifted with…and our land blesses us with…in abundance…and trading with each other!

[@morethanfarmers]

You said it!

[@glennahoki6476]

Words from the wise! Thank you!

[@michelleguthrie6778]

Thank you both for your positive outlook and informative videos. The life you’re creating for your family is wonderful and glorifies our Lord at the same time.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you Michelle. 😊 Glad to have you along for the ride.

[@meganjenkins4660]

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7

[@workinonit9562]

Love watching your videos, from Medina Ohio.

[@christysantos3852]

Appreciate the calm and peace, thank you😊

[@angelablake48]

Amen to what you are saying. God bless you all.

[@sandraoconnor5700]

Michelle have you tried freezer bags for your 2 cups of squash?? You can then flatten each bag and save freezer space!! Love your family and channel❤❤❤

[@user-tj5xw1hh7t]

Thank you,! Spot on for everyone.

[@melodysfiresidefarm]

More on YT Believers especially need to hear your message and starting believing in Gods promises. At 68 I’ve lived through so many trails and man made fears and look I’m still here working my farm and living happy. Doomsday is not for us and we need to sway away from fear, for God did not give us a spirit of fear! I’m still learning but I get knowledge from pre 2000 books where folks studied out what they put in books unlike today. You guys put out such wise words and you will be blessed!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Melody! ❤️

[@JohnTreadgold-es8og]

Thanks for this episode. You said some great comments and like your detailed day in the life video

[@champagnemommy]

The slo-mo edit with the weed eater was hilarious 😆😉

[@morethanfarmers]

😎

[@angelanice]

This was such a comforting message for me. I've been wanting to homestead for a few years now and life has finally lined up to make it possible. With my first steps just around the corner your advice at the end is perfect ❤ I'm gonna start by moving the RV onto my land, buying 3 chicks and planting a few things to see how they do. As I meet success or failure, I know I'm gonna be ok and learn from it for the next year 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

You can do it! We're rooting for you!

[@tealkerberus748]

Homesteading won't make anyone immune to chaos, but done right, it will slow down our vulnerability. What we need to achieve a higher level of resilience in the face of chaos is an overall population level of typical homesteader self-sufficiency. A whole nation that isn't worried where their next year's supply of food, water, and electricity is coming from because every household has got that sorted on their own land ... that's a nation that is very hard to make panic. Panicking people who don't know how to sustain themselves except by taking from others are the real threat in times of chaos. Anything we can do to armour our neighbours against panic, we should - and when "neighbour" is anyone who could reach our home in a couple of days' driving with a good stash of fuel cans, that starts to mean our whole nation. Homesteading is step one. Teaching everyone else how to grow their own food and harvest their own electricity and water is step two. Thank you for being part of step two.

[@sozod2000]

100% spot on. Homestead/farm for love and family. Jill Winger has a great podcast that talks about what you all just said. ❤

[@doityourselflivinggardenin7986]

I understood your position regarding fear. My point of view is slightly different. I understand the challenges of the world and stay abreast of them. Not because of fear, but for leading indicators of what is coming. The sooner I can adjust, the better. With that being said, I don't do homesteading out of fear. Homesteading is my life. I could no longer live differently. And with that, we all must try to be as self-sufficient as much as possible because it is best for us, our families, and our environment. It really is a journey. Realistically, though, we cannot be truely self-sufficient. I do agree whole heartedly that we need others. Nobody can be truely self-sufficient and we all need help at some point. And you are correct that humans have evolved that way. The problem is that society is going in reverse on that issue. I couldn't even tell you the names of most of my neighbors. I barely get a glance when I wave at them. Some scowl at me because they know I am not a Trump fan. (I'm essentially non-partisan.) Oddly, these people rarely go outside. One neighbor laughed at me because of all the things I do. I didn't get angry; I felt sorrow for them. They are truly blind to life. There have been a few people that came to my home and they were mesmerized. I have created my own little world. No, I haven't created a paradise. Not even close and it nevers looks tidy. However, I can walk around my property, eating my way through it, while enjoying flowers, birds, bees, plants, and aromas. A few people "got it". There are very few other homesteaders in our area. I've tried connecting with them, but there appears to be a fear factor stopping them. I don't let it bother me because I have my homestead and life just keeps moving along. I treasure the opportunity to be outside in nature, working with it to feed us and to give me comfort. It is sometimes grueling work, but in the end it is always worth it. The alternative is not acceptable. I understand why you are removing the raspberries. Too bad you cannot barter with other homesteaders so surpluses can be swapped for items we don't have. My grandmother was half Haudenosaunee native American. She didn't say she was going shopping; she always said she was going trading. The thing is, we cannot grow or raise everything ourselves. Eventually we figure out how to do some things really good, while others learn how to grow or do other things really well. Trading surpluses gives us variety in our diets and lives and we learn to support each other. There is not a single household in my area where it is possible to trade surpluses. Again, people are imprisoned in their boxes. I could trade venison, chicken, wine, beer, liqueur, cordials, soap, fruit, berries, and corn for pork, lamb, cream, cheese, and beef. In antequity, farmers did trade goods and services. It helped them to survive and created a community. We need more communities. That will help to ease fear and to bring us back together. I see that you homeschool. That's good. I once was opposed to it. However, after being a substitute teacher for short time, I now support it. School systems are much different than they were in my generation. Your children will learn much more at home. With that being said, somehow they need a connection to society so they can interact with other people. All the best in life and for your journey home.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you for sharing, and I appreciate your respect. Wishing you all the best this year 🌱

[@tsilbaugh5314]

I love your honest assessment. Some channels make it sound like a perfect bubble protected from the outside world…I grew up on a farm and we raised almost all our own food and it was tons of work but also rewarding… never really felt disconnected from the world m, though. Love your content!!!

[@thisnthatcormak]

I really love how much I learn from you both. I used to watch several other homesteaders that I was learning from that turned their channel into fear and world events and hurry up and prep and hoard food and don't help friends and family if the world falls around them and they didn't prep. I've found myself being really angry and upset so I've started pulling back from certain topics and unsubscring to focus on eating healthier and learning as much as a I can to be more self sufficient. We just put 200 lbs of beef in the freezer, I've got soup bones to process and a ton of suet to make tallow I've got plenty to keep me busy!I've been canning a ton, and cooking from scratch with almost everything. We are so lucky to know other farmers and we help each other. We provide the hay and we get meat and veggies from trades of hay and my husband being a mechanic. I have the same thing happening to my butternut so this is a great idea of roasting them in the oven and letting them in the freezer. Added to my to-do list for the coming week. We have a 4 old who rides the tractor to make hay and she helps me cook. I hope these skills help her someday. Hard work, eating better, being a self sufficient as you can. Thank you both for being real. God bless.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing! Keep up the great work 🤩

[@PauseToSmellTheRoses]

Calming and Inspiring

[@danielleterry2331]

My day starts at 4 to feed animals, shower and run to work, work 10-12 hrs road construction then run home water what doesn’t have auto watering in garden, collect eggs then cook dinner. I shower and fall into bed exhausted. I sleep in till 6 Sat & sun 😊 cat screaming at back door keeps me from sleeping late lol

[@morethanfarmers]

Whoa 😯

[@NashRambler]

Love your videos. Always great content and information. We’re retired and have a garden and some chickens. For me, gardening is a wonderful way to be outside. Nothing beats the taste of fresh picked food from the garden.

[@morethanfarmers]

So true. Hope your garden does well this year!

[@AlexM-nl6nx]

You have earned my subscription with this video. Uplifting and positive as well as informative.

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome aboard ❤️😁

[@LoraCreates]

What you're saying about fear is so relevant. I watched a lot of those videos in 2020 trying to find out what the heck was going on. I also needed to deal with some deep, generational fears about scarcity. It surfaced with all of the empty shelves in March of 2020. I followed a long time dream to learn canning and start a large garden in my back yard. As time passed and I started seeing and hearing patterns in the videos that were leading to fear, I began to detach from consuming that information. It took time. I feel many of those vloggers have learned psychological marketing. It's made them a lot of money, for sure. I have a hard time resenting them for it because that's what we are free to do in America. I do find it distasteful and feel much sadness seeing some people I love in pain because of their fear. I do my best to be gentle with them, as you did in this video. It's important to know some facts but when I watch something and start to recognize that fear and anxiety, I shut it off and go out to the garden. It's good that we, as a society, begin to be more self-sustaining in food production, preparation and learning skills that will help us in life, as well as disaster. History repeats itself. It's feast or famine throughout the centuries. Building a community of resilience is wise. Thank you for sharing what you learn, wins and losses, it's all beneficial; but sharing a word about how fear controls us and to be wise to the use of it is pure love wisdom you're giving us. Blessings now and always.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing, Lora. Keep bringing this heart to your garden and community ❤️

[@ReedwoodCreekFarm]

We love and appreciate your videos! Well done.

[@FUfon-gf5ph]

THANK YOU & BLESS YALL FOR THE SWEET VID💝💕

[@egggggggggggggggggggg]

I need the chicken recipe at 17:34 it looks tempting

[@MyHumbleNest]

Great message! Thanks for inspiring in a positive manner.

[@Beepbopboop19]

Don't intake silver daily. I highly recommend asking a naturopath for a better immune boosting supplement, or just omit it.

[@ericawhitfield9289]

Popped in some strawberry fruit leather right before I turned this video on. How odd! It’s my first time trying it. I did just strawberry and a little lemon, no sugar, so we’ll see. Love you guys and it was a wonderful message. Happy and free, indeed!

[@morethanfarmers]

Good luck with your fruit leather!

[@Godsplan89farmlife]

Excellent excellent message ! Thanks !

[@jerrystout3032]

Outstanding FAMILY!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇!😇

[@melissabouffard6246]

Hello! This is exactly the reason why I watch your videos! You guys are the best down to earth KZbinrs who I love to watch! Amazing job on this one! This is exactly the type of videos people should watch! You guys keep amazing me every time! Keep up the amazing work

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks so much, Melissa! 😁

[@SharonE1230]

I absolutely love your videos living in fear is no way to live all this hate is so destructive.

[@lucymoosewanderings5089]

I have been enjoying your videos and decided to comment today. I am glad you shared the message today about all the fear being spread everywhere. Very good advice, enjoy the life. It seems everything has to be fast and complicated anymore. Living slower is much more satisfying. Seems kind of ironic saying slow down in the spring, but I think you understand what I am trying to say. Thank You

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing, Lucy. Definitely hear you 😉

[@Hannah-Rene]

I love the message your shared today! So uplifting ❤ Keep being Awesome

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Hannah!

[@sandhollowhomestead6972]

Idea. Take your raspberries and strawberries and place in bowl. Put 1" of water in pressure cooker, place stand in to keep bowl off bottom. Pressure cook for 30 minutes for test. If pressure cooker softens bones why wouldn't it soften raspberry seeds? Let us know if you try it and the results. Butch in Idaho.

[@morethanfarmers]

Huh! That's a thought 🤔

[@walachaviation9171]

Awesome video and awesome message! I 100% agree with all of this! I really have fallen in love with this channel!

[@morethanfarmers]

So glad!

[@davidmitchell1304]

We love to blender the squash seeds with water, sugar and vanilla.

[@morethanfarmers]

🤯 Never would have thought of that!

[@annwelty5812]

I am so proud of you two! Please don't take that in a condescending way, I mean it in the most admirable sense. You are both so young but so wise. Fear can be deliberating and there are those who pray on that and it actually makes me fear for them! If we can all just step back and look at our lives without these outside influences, I think we'd all be better off. Thank you for speaking up. We are ALL in this together and we can ALL help each other to be healthier people: mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. On a side note, if I didn't live more than 2 hours away, I'd volunteer to pick all the extra raspberries. Of course, I'd eat most of what I picked 🤭😘.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Ann, so true!

[@paulsims6888]

Being honest can put you out there for judgement. Turn the jury off. You are being honest and fair on all fronts. Work hard, which you obviously do, be honest, which we just saw, and be kind. This will end in happiness.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Paul 😁

[@rachelzimny6938]

You guys are just the best. I really look forward to your videos and this one was on point. Thank you for speaking truth and encouragement in a world that desperately needs it. God bless you guys, and I hope our paths cross one day so I can high five you in person.

[@morethanfarmers]

Looking forward to it 😁

[@verucabeckwith3014]

I super appreciate and agree with both of your messages about fear. Well said

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Veruca ☺️

[@davidmitchell1304]

Wow! Another great video. This one could have been in the Justin Rhodes filmfest too. Congrats by the way. I felt your video was better and more interesting than all the others. I'm praying the exposure will bring you many new viewers because you sure deserve it.

[@veronica1863]

Justin Rhodes is over rated

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks David! Really appreciate your support. ☺️

[@jedpusczykowski4955]

You all do a great job. Focus on you and your family. Keep doing what you are doing.

[@morethanfarmers]

Will do!

[@anitas1598]

You two are wise beyond your years. I couldn't possibly agree more with the message conveyed in this video. Thank you!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Anita 😁❤️

[@juliehopkins9235]

HI from Victoria Australia, You could also make pumpkin soup in Winter.

[@erinmuetz8771]

First time listener. Thank you and God bless you!

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome!

[@heavenly-dreamsdairygoats]

Very nice video kids. As your saying it windy it's windy here in Michigan today 3/25/24. Was hoping to put up my high tunnel green house. But looks like tomorrow. Thank you for sharing. God bless

[@tommartin8155]

So true. That's why the Amish are great farmers and self sufficient. They stick together with great community. Homesteading can get a bit lonely sometimes. Keep in touch with your like minded friends.