How I Bought Back My Childhood Home: The Story Behind the Flower Hill Farm Logo

[@ramblinrosecottage5983]

Sometimes I wish that KZbin had a heart for viewers to click on so that we could express how much we love certain special videos. This is one of those times. Your story clearly demonstrates the power of manifesting your desires. You planted a seed way back when you were 15 by repeating an affirmation of "Someday", and through the years that seed grew and grew and grew into this beautiful flowering plant that will continue to give you beautiful blooms (memories). Good job, Nicole, good job.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much! I really believe manifestation was at work here. I just couldn't give up.

[@michellekrantz888]

I was just about to write the same thing when I saw your comment! I totally agree!

[@cassandraberger9146]

Well said ramblin’ rose!

[@kathrynplett8386]

Agreed!

[@n.w.414]

Thank you soooo much for sharing such a precious story. I loved it.

[@stevemurray6543]

Dang girl, you made this very mature country gentleman tear up. Thank you. Stay well and remain positive, you are appreciated.

[@pharmgirl1955]

I'm not crying, I'm not crying. Oh yes I am. Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@n.w.414]

Same 💕

[@lyla.aisle.of.blooms]

"I'm not crying, YOU'RE crying!' 100% correct. Tears. So happy for you my friend! I was born in Nova Scotia and we had three acres up there (which wasn't much but our closest neighbors were over a mile away and we were right on the edge of a nature preserve so we really had the run of hundreds of acres). We spent the entire day outside, running through flower meadows and climbing trees and climbing "Fraggle Rock", a giant boulder covered in moss and mushrooms and catching tadpoles in ponds and streams. We moved to the US, and a suburban neighborhood when I was 6, and it wasn't really until now that I have a home on acreage again that I feel like I too, have come full circle.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

That sounds magical. I could never live in a neighborhood. It's just not me. I love space!

[@lavendercrowl5695]

Lyla, What piece of NS did yr property root in? R u still in the US and wish 2 return?

[@mariafolch8067]

@@lavendercrowl5695 ????

[@sarraphinasorrow]

Did I start crying the moment I read the title? Yes.

[@jeanneamato8278]

What an idyllic childhood. It’s made the lovely, insane person you are today.

[@Eva-ml6qr]

Nicole, you are adorable! So happy for you buying your childhood home back! Wonderful story!

[@karlahpeace8254]

Nicole, you used the law of attraction to manifest your childhood home back. Awesome!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

I feel and agree with that 100%. I literally manifested into reality.

[@selenanieto8152]

You also worked really hard to get it back!!! I agree totally with how you feel about growing things! It brings me such joy!

[@LitlPoot]

Yep, its July 2021 and I'm just now watching this video. One of the greatest, most inspirational, encouraging stories I've ever heard. I was tearing up all along with you - and yes, they were very happy tears. Thank you for sharing your story and your heart with all of us. The connection between you and the property is undeniable. God is surely good and he has blessed you with a great gift of a home, a love of flowers & plants, a big heart and the joy of sharing it all with the world.

[@jodigabriel3512]

My late father also built houses where we lived. He renovated several more. He died in 2019 at 95. Thank you for sharing your sweet story. It made me think of him.

[@valeriestrickler6902]

Thank you for sharing your story. It brought tears to my eyes. I'm so happy that you were able to buy back your childhood home. I also love the story behind your logo. 🌳🐛🦋🌻🌳😁

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@jessicahancock9892]

As I'm reading these comments, I'm glad I'm not the only one that cried while watching this!

[@debbiejacks2085]

So I’m crying. Thank you for sharing your story. Phew. Wow. I’m such a believer from speaking your dreams out loud and putting that energy out into the universe (I know That makes me sound kinda nuts. I swear I’m not!). You clearly are meant to be doing exactly what you’re doing. You made your dream come true. You are inspiring. I love your logo and I’m glad to know the meaning. Keep doing what you’re doing. It’s clearly meant to be 😊🌸

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!! I believe that too Debbie. I manifest things often-- the power of thought is incredible!

[@glitterandrainbows4760]

Months late, but I'm crying with you. I bought my great-gran's house after it was sold out of our family after she passed away. It took 17 years to get it back. We think 6 generations have now lived in it.

[@annamp8839]

You’re such an inspiration! 🥰

[@theadley774]

What can any of us say.....we are just so happy for you and your family to be in your forever home!!! Thank you for sharing your very special dream.

[@rebkapace814]

I'm a new sub & found you by just searching about cut flower gardens. I connected instantly, learned great info, & love your story! It's my first year growing cut flowers.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Awesome! Thank you! Kind of an odd video for the newest followers but I'm glad to hear that it didn't scare you away LOL

[@mi.homefarmsteadtherekucs5476]

This was absolutely precious!! What a treat you shared the story with us. Also LOVE the jacket. ❤️🌱💐 You are the best my friend. Another wonderful video.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!!

[@marytymoshuk7176]

I love the logo and jacket too!

[@CoraBlu080605]

Never apologize for being human and showing your heart. This says so much about your personality and genuine heart. This is what makes viewers return to your channel.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you, Lisa!

[@annriggle1945]

I was in tears watching this! I too bought back my childhood home that my dad built-2 years after he passed. They had built a second house right next door.. that my mom lived in alone. The owner mentioned they were going to put it up for sale- she told me and we moved in 3 months later! We are kindered spirits!

[@PosyFlowerFarm]

I'm crying my eyes out! 😭The way you talk about your home is the way I feel in my current home. I moved around a lot growing up and was never really attached to one particular home...until now.🥰 Long story short, God moved us from California to Southern Indiana 11 years ago, and I have the space to create a flower farm, which is my heart's desire. 💐🌻🌼🌺🌹Thank you for sharing your beautiful story!!!!!!! ♥

[@csillaerdos-kelly9689]

You are the sweetest, Nicole. Your story is truly one that touched my heart! I’m so happy for you and reaching your goal 🥰❤️ Your the prime example of the meaning of “BELIEVE”! Much love to you, and may you have many happy years in your home!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!! I couldn't give up. This property means everything to me.

[@karenciotti1795]

Nicole, That was beautiful! Some of it I knew and some of it was new information that I learned just now. I remember when we (Papa and I) visited we would have to visit your garden. We ate peas, pods included. Very touching story! (Whisper) .....and I didn't even cry! 💓😹💕

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Love you gram!

[@SE-zs6lr]

Yes, I cried. I know the feeling. I cried like a baby when my mom sold my childhood home and i was an adult then. Thanks for sharing this.

[@anne6056]

I moved 2000 miles sight unseen to a property to try to give my kids what you had growing up in your connection to this place. Thank you very much for sharing this.

[@Jan-R-]

I am commenting a year after you posted the video, and dammit the dust got into my eyes even then. It is not just a house… it is those memories of childhood past that got to you and you brought all of us with you. I am proud of you, Nicole and bravo Brad Pitt for standing by you.

[@BrightestBlessings7899]

I AM crying! Oh hun, I am so glad you are right where you are meant to be!

[@nadinecartwright1979]

So many big feelings. My parents live on an acre in MA. It was Granny's, now its Mom and Dads. I want to live my later years there too. We plant trees for special occasions. The house and property have a whole back story. Many changes since the 60's when they were able to buy the property. BTW that coat is really cute!

[@Edu_Kate]

You had me welling up. 29 years ago, people asked if I would want to buy my maternal grandparents' house. (I was so close to my grandma.) My grandfather died days after I closed on this house. Of course I would LOVE to own the house where I have so many happy memories! But I also knew my family would be questioning any changes I'd make to the house. I'm pleased to know the woman who bought their house still lives there. She's only the second owner.

[@judymunns1074]

What a sweet, sweet and inspiring story! I cried along with you. Thank you so much for sharing it.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@marje387]

Good things come to those who wait. Xx

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Absolutely!

[@Winteraaryn]

😢 currently driving past by my childhood home saying “ Some day “ I’m manifesting that one day I walk in the front door 🤍

[@ginalibrizzi5204]

I’ve been dreaming of buying my childhood home / farm (which my Dad built) for about 20 years, although it’s been out of the family for 30 years. You gave me hope, and I’m so happy for you! Thank you ❤

[@Nayomee1213]

I'm not crying!! It's just my allergies! 😭😭😭 this was the most beautiful story!! Thank you for sharing! 💖💖💖

[@TIERRAYLOMBRICES]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thanks for listening

[@Heather_Coniglio]

Ahhh...the tears won't stop flowing!! What I wouldn't give to be able to go run through the grass at my childhood home and sit in my parents old garden. I'm so thankful I found your channel. 💜

[@gretchenkaszuba734]

A special story about a special women!!! Loved it. 😊

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ShiftingRoots]

I am totally crying. What a beautiful story.

[@oliviadon9038]

I agree the sunflowers look like there smiling at you ,also love them 😊🙏

[@kellymorgan8624]

Omg this was the sweetest, most satisfying story. Nicole, you're the best flower friend ever. So encouraging!

[@mihaeladog7187]

If you want it hard enough you get it .❤️ I was living in condo and had this crazy impossible dream to live on farm land.So I bought a mug at a flea market designed with country style motives , that was my every day coffee mug , sip the coffee and wish my wish . 7 yrs later I was raising chickens on 24 acres land 👍 It is true, if you want it hard enough it will happen.

[@melissacarreira461]

Love this story!! When you were talking about sunflowers, it reminded me of my Pop-Pop who lived to 100 years. He used to say, “Smile, it increases your face value”. ☺️🌻

[@the99acresfarm28]

Very nice story. I bought my childhood home from my parents. I gave my dad a $1.00 bill for the initial deposit. When he died my mom gave me back that same $1.00 bill and said that dad kept it in his top dresser drawer for nearly 20 years.

[@CarolCreatesHandmade]

I'm guessing ALL OF US were crying with you! If your story doesn't stir someone's soul, they're not someone I want to know. I understand the Law of Attraction, but struggle with it. You my friend, NAIL IT! I am proud to say I know you and talk about you to anyone who will listen. I wanna be just like you when I grow up! LOL (I'm quite a bit older than you) 💜🌻🌺💐💜

[@heroknaderi]

Wow I am so happy for you Congratulations on getting it back. I am in the process of doing the samw thong too my childhood home is cuurenty owned by a friend of ous that he rents out so we have a chance to move back in. I enjoyed your video. Have Fun and enjoy your life🥲😇🥰

[@popcorn4030]

Thank you so much for sharing. I am so proud of you and so happy for you. You deserve it for sure.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@bradtisch7803]

Beautiful story! Thank you for sharing. I, too, have a very strong connection to my childhood home. In fact, I dream about it all the time. I dream about family gatherings, holidays, playing with my brothers when we were children, and wandering through my mother’s garden. My goodness, it was a beautiful garden. Your story resonated with me and pulled my heart’s strings. (No, you’re crying. I’m not crying).

[@reneeadolph1309]

Thankful that your path was hard and you so appreciate where your struggles led you . Wonderful.

[@sallypipkins4526]

Nicole, I just finishing watching your story about your childhood farm, and it just warms my heart. Because of Covid 19 I found Garden Answers and Laura led me to you, and then to Sabrina and Ian. I really enjoy all you your crazies, makes me feel right at home. I have 6 kids, 5 daughters and my youngest is now looking into a flower farm because of you girls. I also have 21 grand kids and 8 greats, so i am not a spring chicken. Tomorrow will be my 72nd birthday and I must admit I have bought way too many flowers and bulbs for my small yard. I have 11 kinds of seeds planted in milk jugs and many more to plant. Also, I am a bee keeper for the last 12 years. 2 years ago lost my husband of 51 years. Keeping busy with flowers has kept me sane this past year. Keep up the good work and we will continue to enjoy you shows. Sally Pipkins

[@maryglidden2943]

Thank you for sharing your Flower Hill Farm story!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@pameastridge7775]

OMG! I can hardly see through the tears to type! You are so heartfelt and real. Thank you for being you and sharing your story. Such a happy feeling to know you wanted something so bad and were determined to make it happen. Wishes of happiness for you and your family as you continue on your path. Blessings!

[@pyt1010]

My eyes are leaking salty water!!!! I love this story. Thank you for sharing. My current mantra is “I dream of acres”. One day I will have my property and will grow all the veggies and flowers my heart desires.

[@jilllaingen9430]

My husband and I bought my childhood home! I truly understand how you feel!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

The best!

[@holly_kay5570]

What a sweet sweet story :)

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thanks, Jeanne.

[@sandradedula1309]

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful story!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thanks for listening

[@deeaustin379]

Okay, I can see how a hummingbird moth might look like a fairy to a little girl with a big imagination! You had an idyllic setting to roam. I too roamed the woods as a child. Those memories are priceless.

[@tonisaylor1507]

Great story of hope and courage - and a lot of hard work!! Thanks for sharing, Nicole.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@helenachase78]

I have been inspired by you. I bought 12 acres this spring and finally realized I have to have a flower farm. Funny how we don't see the obvious ! My dad always won the nicest yard in the city. As a child I loved marigolds, the smell and the flower. I named my first kitten marigold . My mom was mentally I'll and gave my cat to a rescue while I was at school. I think my spirit has been broken due to my painful childhood. Maybe Marigold Flower Farm can heal my soul.

[@michaelmarchione3408]

That is such a beautiful story. Write it into your family history for future generations.

[@mirlamurillo3473]

I cried, too. There's something about God's creation that we can connect to more easily when we're young at heart. I used to be like you when young. Always in the woods picking wild raspberries and learning about all the different animals. I really want to help kids have that again. Love you and your channel! God bless you.

[@connielynn7236]

I’m not crying, you’re crying!!! Beautiful story!

[@rosedew7877]

I love my grandmother's house. Every tree, grass, flowers and bricks have the bond that words can not express. I can empathise with your mom. I am myself a stay at home mom and I feel I have no identity. But this is good for the kids. She must have been so stressed and lost when the got seperated. Lots of ❤️ to your mom

[@paulreiche2746]

Great video, wonderful vlog! We are adding flowers to our vegetables this year! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@Annathranholm]

I can so relate the attachement to your childhood home. So happy it’s yours now 🤗

[@suzannehager7036]

What a wonderful story! I can almost relate, though on a much smaller scaler… when I got married I left a beautiful and beloved city neighborhood to move to the suburbs. Though the burbs were a great place to raise the kids, it never felt like home. For years I have been saying that someday, I’d “go back home”. Well, last month, and 24 years later, the perfect house came on the market in that magical neighborhood near my childhood home. I took a huge leap of faith and put an offer on the house and they accepted! And then I spent one crazy week ( not quite 17 months) feverishly sprucing up my house to sell. I actually laid a vinyl floor and painted the back exterior of the house… and I’m 54 years old and no hubby. My house sold in a few days!! The new house has a yard big enough for me to create a garden oasis. Best of all, my teenager and two college age kids are moving with me!! Nothing has ever felt so right!

[@jjbjjbh]

What a poignant story. So lovingly told Nicole. We were all crying with you. So happy for you to have realized your dream in regaining your childhood home. What a beautiful legacy you are leaving behind for your children. Well done young lady.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@shelldub7258]

What a beautiful story! ❤️🌻😃

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you!

[@canadiangirl5159]

Flowers are happiness.

[@saraw8503]

This explains so much. Your drive to make things happen is evident in every endeavor.

[@rosemacdougall2967]

Just beautiful.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Glad you think so!

[@inderwink]

Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing.

[@judywyse7088]

Thanks so much. I, too, live in my childhood home !! My husband and I bought it in our first year of marriage, expecting our first (of six) children. When I was young, my parents paid me to do the yard work and the mowing.The house and yard (filled with lilacs, peonies, tulips, daffodils and tons of Dame's Rocket!) were old when I was a kid, and obviously older when we bought it in the 80's, so it was fun to keep tending the same yard and home. "Kindred Cottage" continues to be a sweet and pretty place to work and live !! Thanks for your story.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Kindred Cottage. I love this! Thanks for sharing

[@heatherlopez4592]

Such a wonderful story!

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thanks, Heather!

[@alihuebner9086]

Knowing exactly where you belong and your purpose within is one of the greatests gifts in itself. Listening to your internal compass to walk the journey to get there takes strength and courage. Well done.

[@juliepizzolato1911]

The thumbs up needs a heart emoji! Thankyou for sharing all you do from North Idaho zone 6a 💚🌻🌿

[@FlowerHillFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@reneebarnes1611]

Wow! You can really tell a story!! Lots of tears!! All around!!

[@CoolKidsInMaine]

Girl, you made me cry. Such a great story!! I can only imagine how amazing it felt to move back to your home.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Hi Erinn! I still pinch myself nearly three years later!

[@katedhotman9282]

"I'm not crying, you're crying!" Yup. like a baby So many hearts for you. you're an inspiration xxx

[@letsgomets07]

You’ve given me hope I can buy my childhood house back one day. I miss it so much. Thanks

[@jeanneamato8278]

I cry when someone mentions the word ‘cry’.

[@gregkeys3827]

I got all tearie-eyed! I'm 73 this month and I have always wanted property to grow things. In the late 70's my then-husband and I moved to No. Idaho from So Calif and bought 20 acres and started a log cabin. Long story short, we moved back to So Calif and eventually divorced, never having ever lived on that land. My dream was so close and it vaporized. I still haven't had more than a tract home lot but I grow veggies and flowers anyway. Only no chickens. boo. I still have my dream. Congrats on achieving your dream. I hope eveyone gets their dream too, including me.

[@FlowerHillFarm]

I hope they do for you as well!

[@barbstoltzfus7676]

I love your story! Thank you for sharing

[@FlowerHillFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@debramoore7049]

Wow Nichole what a amazing story how Good is our GOD for HIM to Bless you your childhood home back i love story's like this 😇

[@roisindubh8676]

I’ve never had a place I felt a connection to. Couldn’t identify what my hometown is. I have the place I was born and the place where I grew up, but I don’t feel either is my hometown. Yours is a beautiful story. You are truly blessed.

[@Nathina1980]

After this....this right here...sometimes I swear you're my spirit animal!!! All the love Nicole.

[@bjmurr6309]

No need to apologize for the tears, it means you have a big heart. The world needs more people like you!

[@sarahsmith2156]

That's some serious manifestation there! Amazing dedication to making a dream come true 💖

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Yes it was! I firmly believe I wished into reality. Also-- some hard work LOL

[@karlahpeace8254]

I just LOVED this story!! 💐🥰💕🌻💗🙏🏻🐝👑🌹💕💐💐

[@FlowerHillFarm]

I'm so glad!

[@marilouperham145]

A beautiful story, Nicole you are so sweet and deserve to have your wish come true. Thank you for sharing. God Bless

[@FlowerHillFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@madelinerivera7445]

There are so many comments here, so I'm making my short. Just wow! What a true blessing. Thanks for sharing. ok, I was going to stop here, but I have to comment...seeing your grandfather on here, smiling away. Who would have known. I know he's definitely smiling down at you!! :)

[@MegaMetroGirl]

This is such a wonderful story, I've always had those same thoughts about my Grandma and Grandpa's old farm house. Grandpa passed about 2 weeks ago and those memories of us riding his dixon lawn mower or eating cherry tomatos off the vine while grandma wasn't looking are my favorite memories of us together. Its really special to see that its possible.

[@devonvanlaningham9324]

You are the cutest. Love your story. I’m not crying you’re crying. Of hell, we’re all crying.

[@chrissiemcgaw]

This was lovely. Thank you for sharing. I'M NOT CRYING YOU'RE CRYING

[@terrihart2133]

It is a beautiful story. And it is even more beautiful that Bradd also wanted your dreams to come true. When you are married it takes one to dream and the other to help their lives dreams come true. ❤️

[@aldas3831]

Un giorno...che gioia Nicole! May you enjoy it for many years to come!

[@leighseymour235]

That's God's goodness at work! Love your story! Thanks for sharing.

[@barbarajameson1739]

What a BLESSING…..I always wanted my house my Grandfather made and it never hoped for us….so happy for you❤️

[@SuperBlakes2]

I love that you cry 💕you show your emotions.

[@laddiegibbs-sackett4286]

I LOVE THIS! MAKES ME CRY! MY PARENT'S DIVORCED TOO AND IT'S NEVER EASY NO MATTER WHAT THE CIRCUMSTANCE! LOVE THE HOUSE AND YOUR FARM! YOU ARE REAL! LOVE YOUR LOGO!!!!

[@barbarasmith9380]

What a great story. I cried during the telling as well. A dream came true for you. It's wonderful how God works his magic.

[@GavinAndShea]

You brought tears to my eyes. Such a sweet story!