How We Met / OUR STORY

[@ellieandjared]

And to this day Joel will still buy me a jamba juice. Love him! :)

[@deedeemommy2312]

***** You should name your new baby LOGAN!

[@jamiedorsey6420]

DeeDee Dayz that's a GREAT idea!!

[@Julie_rose7]

thanks again for your business 3😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😀😀😀😊😊😊☺☺☺☺☺

[@kieannasmitn9963]

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[@kieannasmitn9963]

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[@biodancer522]

the way she looks at him and the way he talks about her. goals. you're a very lucky woman to be blessed with an amazing man. they're rare these days

[@tracyanderson366]

But seriously, though... how stinkin' cute is Joel?!?!?! Bonnie, you are one lucky, lucky woman. That boy was just smitten with you from the start and his persistence paid off. Look at the beautiful family y'all have become!! Such a beautiful love story... thanks for sharing it with us all. You guys make my day, whenever you share a video, it always makes me smile

[@danakarimi898]

I am going through

[@jaylalorae]

+Bonnie Hoellein love you

[@doggylovergameoflove8496]

You are so cute together

[@Deezeelove]

What the heck is a stomp? Lol

[@polkadotsla]

She is so lucky and I'm so jealous, I love how generous and loving he is, he's so understanding. Really hard to find someone like that, nowadays. I can't even get my boyfriend to say 'thank you'.

[@AngiePants510]

Oh my word. That was possibly the most ridiculously cute love story! That's one of those movie kind of romances. In an out of touch for 5 years, then finally, FINALLY, someone makes a move. Ugh. You made my heart hurt with all the love. ;) You guys are too fricken cute!

[@tanishasarup1274]

I was thinking the same thing. It's cutest love story I ever heard

[@eshankhan262]

1st like 2nd comment yayyyyyyy

[@PurseTrippin]

Do I think Joel is cute? Girl, I think Joel is precious and so are you. You and your little family are absolutely adorable!

[@alwayzbetrue]

(Long story, short) Met my hubby in 7th grade...have been together since 9th grade. 11 years this coming Oct and welcoming our first baby (a boy) in May!!! ❤️💙

[@larissa6054]

Aww that's so sweet congrats 😊😊

[@kirisampadian5485]

You should do a video on how Joel proposed to you! ❤️💍

[@ThugMuffinification]

Ohh my gosh! You two are so meant to be, this is the kind of the love story that should be made into a movie. You're an amazing couple and it's beautiful to see where you're at in life together now and the beautiful family you've made. If love could "look" like anything, you're it!😊❤

[@nohelymacias3881]

I read some of the comments and I also found this channel after watching "operated on the wrong body part", and I'm so glad I did! All of your kids are so beautiful! And you two are so cute! And when I saw this video pop up in the recommended videos... I got so excited! There is so much love I see in your eyes when you look at Joel and also vise versa! Thank you for brining everyone along on your journey through this channel! And allowing us to see a glimpse of your family life! We really appreciate it! 💕 can't wait for more videos!☺️

[@zoeybaker8997]

+Bonnie Hoellein hkgkg

[@leahmatthews7106]

leah lip bam

[@FacheChanteDeux]

+Bonnie Hoellein I came across this video again, I love it! You guys are adorable. You remind me of When Harry met Sally, middle America version:)!

[@Theneighborlywombwitch]

We met in college. Robert was playing a guitar and I walked up and asked him if he knew any Mumford and sons. He didn't. A few days later he tracked me down and played Little Lion man for me. He had learned a song for me. we got married a year later and three years after that we got pregnant after battling PCOS. We nicknamed our unborn baby Little Lion. When we started vlogging we chose to call our channel Little Lion Family. It's been our theme sort of lol.

[@Sarah-zg5qs]

+Little Lion Family Great Story!

[@Theneighborlywombwitch]

+Sarah Thank you. It's definitely one of my favorite stories to tell lol

[@Sarah-zg5qs]

I can feel the love

[@Theneighborlywombwitch]

+Sarah HaHa!

[@katherinewalker2405]

Little Lion Family l

[@1964ghfan]

I think Joel is such a sweetheart. Bonnie, you are a lucky woman. I love your story.

[@myjourney99]

What a beautiful story. I love the old pictures. And little Ellie! Lol so cute!

[@myheartisyourheart98]

Joel is such an awesome man! Not many guys would remember such detail as he does.

[@sierraowles6738]

The way they look at each other when the other one talks 😍 Seriously, you both are so so lucky to have each other! The perfect match!

[@Siobhangarver3]

the picture at 12:31 i screamed out loud! SO CUTE GOALS GOALs! joels hair!!

[@katietennant4087]

This is one of the cutest stories I've ever seen! I love the way he so obviously adores you!

[@skyler749]

i honestly been waiting for this ... so excited ... i have not yet watch the video and here i am writing a comment ... and just hit the like button ... a big YESSSSS !!!

[@LauraTanner]

I LITERALLY love this! please do more stories about you and joel with the both of you!! I love hearing them and they make me smile SO much!! love from Ireland!

[@JackieHall71]

His winks tickle me. You two are an adorable couple. I met my husband after my sister went on a date with him. It was a month after I turned 15 and we have been together since. This past Jan. 20th we it our 25th wedding anniversary. I can't belive my son is 23. I am so thankful for all the family vlogs. It has helped me so much not to have mom blues. I get all the fun without the diapers and crummy stuff. :-)

[@AllisenByrd]

This literally sounds like a movie. So beautiful you guys!

[@FaythMaree]

The way you look at each other... Omg it's the cutest thing in the hole world 😍❤️🙌

[@elizabethhoath]

Oh I just love you guys - you make my heart happy!!!! I met my hubby when I was 17 and I just knew from the moment we kissed that he was the one. So 6.5 years of marriage, 2 kids, a house and a dog; I now enter my 30's a very happy and content woman. Big big hugs from Melbourne, Australia xx

[@rebeccagazzolajoggi4042]

Elizabeth Hoath Thats so lovely!! From another Australian Melbournite:)

[@ginah-t4926]

My husband and I have been together since 3rd grade.. :) Your story is so sweet!!

[@SLIMLARSON]

I told Joel in his first 6 weeks of his mission that Bonnie wouldn't wait, boy was I wrong!

[@jessicamontelon3137]

Is it a common thing among Mormons to get married very soon after the engagement or is it a coincidence that the Hoellein and the Mechams did so?

[@charlotteconejo516]

I think it depends on the person. I know a Mormon who's been engaged for almost a year now. She's getting married this weekend.

[@emilygrace5676]

I'm not sure, but I know ShayCarl and Colette and Casey Lavere and Kayli did the same! :)

[@georgiannamorris838]

It's definitely not uncommon, but our type of weddings are fairly easy to plan so we usually see no sense in waiting :)

[@Sarabug18]

+Jessica MONTELON I think it is more common in Utah! Aspyn & Parker just got engaged and are getting married in 4 months and they said in Utah it's well practiced to marry young.

[@pamelaloftin5532]

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[@fvnt0miix953]

Just started watching your vlogs since the "Operated on the wrong body part" video and I definitely love you guys :D I haven't watched that many vlogs, but Joel has always been so sweet with you and the kids. This video truly shows how cute he is :)

[@messsew2475]

same !

[@autumnathena5257]

Joel is dreamy (:

[@cecesheart32]

Joel and Bonnie you two are my heroes! You two are super sweet and so beautifully inlove! This is how I imagine love and happiness to be!? Thank you two for giving me and the like hope for love!

[@cecesheart32]

+Bonnie Hoellein thank you two anyhow because I'm not getting any younger and I've seen too many jaded relationships...but always thank you for your family!

[@533134]

Bonnie, sound like Ellie =)

[@stephaniebianca5831]

They're sisters

[@ruthmeade1]

Awwwww Bonnie , that is just a sweet story had a smile from ear to ear listening to how you guys met. You guys are a perfect match for each other and it shows through on your vlogs. Keep up the good work and pray one day I might find my prince and have a sweet story like yours to share. Love Ruth (Ireland)

[@heatherd.9390]

I just came across Ellie and Jared about a week ago and since then 'found' you two. I'm in Canada and have come to really enjoy E+J, you two, your siblings, folks, etc. You are such a positive, upbeat person, Bonnie. I have enjoyed learning about you and your family. Joel is a treasure of a guy and together you two have built a lovely family. Thanks for sharing your story and lives with us. I really enjoy picking through the videos (some day I'll be up to date, but remember, I have E+J's to catch up on too, haha)! I'm a single mom of a busy 15 year old daughter and am recently disabled with a spinal injury. I spend a lot of time alone lying down. It has been a real joy to find your sister's and your videos. Thanks again and I wish you all, all the best... always! :)

[@beccacarson116]

I haven't watched but 9 seconds of this video and I'm already SOOOOOO pumped to watch this Bonnie!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for doing this video.

[@chelseamoore30]

I just love how she look at him while he's talking even if he's not looking back at her 😍😍😍

[@angelahancock9296]

I literally started choking up tears in my eyes heck I'm crying now as I type you two are so beautiful & Joel is romantic & loving he loves the heck out of you Bonnie he waited a life time for you even well you had other boyfriend's all he ever wanted is you now he's got you !!! you & 4 beautiful kids wow & he's amazing through & through wow in in awe with you two he puts every man to shame there can never be another Joel omg my heart bursts with love for you two love birds !! lucky lucky lucky iv been with my honey almost 16 yrs & 3 kids later but my love story is no where near as sweet my gosh !!!!!!!

[@mannydoughty6035]

out of all the how we met videos I've watched, this has been the best by far. great video.

[@julydarby]

What a sweet story! My parents met when they were 11 years old and never dated anyone else. Next year they celebrate 50 years of marriage.

[@melissaemaxwell]

Joel's wink at the end of your videos always makes me laugh! Thanks for sharing your story!

[@berviffy30]

Bonnie, Joel is a real gentleman! You are both blessed

[@makenziemclernon8910]

all the y’all have the cutest love stories. i’ve watched them all before but i’m hoping in 2018 i can open my heart more to meeting someone so i watched ellie and jared’s video about how they met and now i’m watching all of the sisters and literally every single one of you guys have the most precious stories.

[@kksigurn]

OMG you guys made me cry, you have a beautiful love story. I felt sorry for Joel when he stoped reciveing letters for a long time.

[@susannegleason9425]

I just finished watching your video of how you met. My goodness what a wonderful love story., made me get teary eyed.. I love both of you kids so much and I can call you kids because I am an 84 year old great grand mother" I just very well might be your oldest fan. I keep up with you and your precious little family every time I get a notice of a new video. I would love to tell you all about my wonderful family but there is not enough room, I have 9 children, 24 grandchildren and ( don't faint ! ). 48 great- grandchildren.. Hope you love my post today. Love you ! 😊

[@SusieQSunshine3]

I would absolutely love if you made more videos about your story together. You two are an honest, sweet, and admirable couple and I love watching your videos each week.

[@ActionForAging]

Oh my gosh, 4:06. How precious is that? You stood next to each other and didn't know. I used to take my husband's order at Burger King as a teen, and never knew, either. So, so precious.

[@heatherhemler3471]

these two are goals and a half. i have been subscribed to Bonnie for a while and I found you through Ellie and Jared who I found through Missy lanning. and all because I got pregnant and started watching pregnancy bump dates. I'm so in love with the whole family. the WHOLE family. i came from such an unstable childhood and it's so nice to see the live structure and family values you all share and have. i truly base what I want out of my life and for my family off of what you guys have. God bless you!

[@laurenbz4479]

This story was SO sweet---you can tell that you were the love of his life, and that he was not going to let you get away!!! How special are you???!!!!!! Total devotion.

[@linettekindle5923]

Awwe what a cute storyThanks for sharing it.I love hearing how people meet and fall in love.Now we need to hear about your wedding!

[@shoshanaronin8493]

literally, so cute. it's like one of those stories like Corey and Topenga

[@diariodelima4851]

Bonnie i'm from Brazil, i'm mormon and i feel so happy to see a exemple of family and lds that you are. Thanks for sharing your life with us. You both are good exemple that so many people will want to follow... be continue to share the light of Christ through your life ...I'm Mary and i'm 29 years old.

[@MariaOrtiz-sm9gl]

Bonnie!! This is magical. You should do a wedding video. How you planned it, perspectives from you and joel!!

[@kayladidier3736]

Such a cute story! It would be fun if you did throwback Thursdays with Joel and shared more stories from your relationship :)

[@21krah]

Bonnie! Omg. I'm just sitting here in tears. SO CUTE.

[@emmelie7]

Oh Bonnie this video has me crying over and over again. Joel derserves 1000 thumbs up if I could give it, he is such a good good man! I am so happy for you to have found such an amazing man! Thank you so much for sharing, it is always encouraging to hear other peoples stories

[@srikrupasadagopal2177]

hi bonnie.....you guys have no idea how much you and your family inspire people all around the world...you bring a lot of sunshine and warmth into the lives of many ppl including me....i started watching ellie and jared and i have ever since liked you and your family in their videos and now i never miss a single video of your channel.....seriously thank you for making most of sad days happy and my dark days filled with light....i post comments on ellie and jareds channel and this is the first time im posting on yours i really hope yu see my comment....and i would like to mention that iam from INDIA i cant imagine hw far we are frm each other bt still feel so much connected....soo much happy for you guys...and you guys are truly beautiful from both inside and out :)

[@MissPinkGirlOfSLC]

I cant even understand why there are SO Many let alone 1 of thumbs down on this Beautiful Fun video!! I enjoyed this video so much such a great Journey to what is very clear that is was meant to be & The Lord had a plan for the two of you if you chose it :) Congrats you two !

[@Youtuber-dc1fp]

Re watching this! Omg Joel is the sweetest I can tell he takes great care of Bonnie and all of the kids!

[@jessrobbins729]

Oh my this is so sweet!! Joel is the sweetest! Such a gentlemen, very respectful. That's refreshing!

[@LionsKillPp]

You can just tell by his face that he adores you, it's so sweet!

[@myafricanstars]

Love coming from the Caribbean. Bonnie you are beautiful. Joel is beautifully cute. The kids are adorable. Love u Bonnie

[@sopheatsonyoutube]

This video really made me love Joel, just so gentle hearted, shy, but loves you so much from the beginning. You two are the cutest.

[@kskc1234]

I have just started following you guys recently after Bonnie's tonsil surgery. Just love you all. Yes, i think Joel is the cutest ever and I love the way he took care of you during your recuperation after the surgery, so cute!

[@Tigghogg]

***** just watched this for the third time, had a really crappy day having been to a funeral and this just makes me smile. So thank you.

[@rosebud7105]

Awww! What a beautiful love story! Of course Joel is cute with his little wink! LOL Great story guys. :)

[@stickbug7728]

Bonnieeeee you had me in tears. How precious is that story. Just adorable. What a wonderful testimony for Olivia.

[@BeautifulSimpleMountainLife]

I love this story! You two were honest to God meant for each other. All those obstacles, all the chances it could of changed and you guys always came back. I am so glad you shared your story!

[@madelynsamaco4887]

I love their relationship Joel is such a good man

[@mrslisalindgren]

Way to stick with it her Joel... 👍 Congratulations on your 4th child, so exciting!

[@myluvsrbms]

Loved your story,thank you for sharing! Love the name Jake! And I giggle everytime Joel says I had a really nice time!

[@gonemadinmywonderland9291]

Found Bonnie through her sister's Elle's channel and so glad! She is one of those that lights up the room and Joel is adorable. LOVE this eye look btw!

[@marjouriGisselle]

So cute! I didn't know Joel was so sweet! Lol

[@forever6910]

I love the way he looks at you.

[@notjustaheadache258]

So so cute! Love your story! One that your children and grandchildren will be glad is recorded for all time now!

[@Inaaa-SF]

Such a wonderful story!!! I wish more people these days to be so true, lovely, honest, faithful and to share so much happiness and love as you do! Love from London

[@siobhand8691]

thank you for 18 minutes of an ear to ear smile, what a cute story, Joel is such a keeper x

[@jessicaleto8494]

Your story should be made into a movie, seriously!! I love it. You guys are the sweetest

[@DSherman50]

The two of you together just fit. Bonnie, if only you knew how many women adore Joel, omg.... It's a good thing we love you and the family the two of you created. He is a catch!

[@sylviacastro7376]

Bonnie and Joel what an awesome story. Joe is such a wonderful man I love the way he helps you Bonnie around the home and with the kids, you can see the love in his eyes for you when he looks at you, that is awesome. God bless you guys. May the Lord continue to pour His blessings upon you and your beautiful family. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful story of how you guys met.

[@thebrat1996]

I smiled through the WHOLE video omg

[@hj471230]

Erica Clifford I did too, Erica! So sweet!

[@kristinnnd]

What a sweet love story!! Love you guys and your family :) Question: how old are you and Joel?

[@tracysweeney7445]

Whoa, neither of you look a day over 25! :)

[@rosebroadway2093]

Oh, my gosh! You guys are the cutest pair! So nice to see a genuinely happy couple. You raise beautifully mannered kids and I'll bet your parents had a huge influence on how you parent now.

[@greengiant3421]

Bonnie & Joel I smiled thru this whole video!!! Maybe a few tears too! Lol. I loved y'all's story!!! Bonnie's parents should be extremely proud because I think Joel & Jared are AWESOME!!! And yes, I love Jake too Joel!!! 😉

[@Majiwe24]

This is the cutest love story... A little bit of Nicholas Sparks even with that Dear John sort of letter exchange. Ugh I loved it!

[@janeowen266]

I was in the middle of typing this comment and I got cut off after typing my message and not sending it so here goes again. Although I have already watched about 6 or 7 of your vlogs I decided to start from the beginning and I loved to hear about how you guys met. What a beautiful couple you are. Joel is very humble which is rare in a man these days and Bonnie, your a sweet heart and your children, well what can I say, they are amazing.

[@apriljeanne1220]

I LOVE your guys' story!!! So sweet, so innocent and so happy! Love you guys!

[@makinziemiracle5571]

Oh my goodness, Bonnie. I loved this. By far my favorite video. I smiled the entire time. You have a great story and you can just tell that you two were put on this earth to be together!

[@Shaileyyy]

I have been waiting for this video!! & it did not disappoint. It brought tears to my eyes because your story is so beautiful and reminds me so much of me and my husband! 😘

[@Rachsofsun]

would love another video like this! thw way joel looks at you

[@haleyg711]

Here I am, back yet again. I just love watching this one of your sweet love story! I’ve probably watched this video 10+ times in the last 8 years! ❤

[@amandagartner5676]

I love your story!!! You and Joel are one of THEE cutest couples!!! My husband and I will be married 8 years in May! We have been together for 11, and just had our third child, our son Hudson, this past January!! I love our story and would relive my lifetime over and over!!!! So glad to see so much love in your home!!! And you to have some of thee cutest kids EVER!!!! Baby boy is going to be adorable, I am sure!!!

[@jennikahorta9205]

How sweet! I love hearing stories like yours. My husband and I started dating in 5th grade and now have been married for 5 years with 2 kids.

[@lareesab]

This actually brought tears to my eyes...I love your story, you make the perfect couple. You have a beautiful family!

[@Strive2Dreammm]

Ugh! Seriously adorable. My husband and I met when we were 14 so theres always a special place in my heart for stories like yours

[@virginiak3769]

This video is so cute! Y'all make the cutest couple. Joel is such a good man. Bonnie, I'll bet he spoils you rotten. Your story is awesome and a sweet love story. It's sweet he was so scared to kiss you. Especially when your friends were sleeping together already. Love hearing y'all tell it together.

[@jenmason84]

I have been dying for this video! Thanks for sharing. The part about hating that teacher was so funny!

[@krystobello]

"I had a really nice time ;)" love it! It's like his trademark saying at the end of the video haha. Beautiful story, and you have created such a wonderful family

[@Breanna_Unmasked]

You guys have such great compatibility. I can tell just by the way you tell stories together. You 2 are lucky and blessed to have found each other. I hope to have something this beautiful in the future

[@KevinandAshley]

I came across this video having no idea who you guys were but I REALLY ENJOYED THIS VIDEO. You guys have a GREAT love story :)

[@traceymorgan-willcox2914]

you 2 are so sweet, and love Joels little wink at the end of the vlogs - you seem made for each other

[@Zed-rs5tt]

such a wonderful love story ! crashing all obstacles on your way to reach your destination the way Joel is looking at bonnie and the way bonnie looking at Joel is amazing! i love the old pictures you guys shared with us.Thanks for these nice memories and I'm going to treat my future girlfriend the way Joel did with bonnie and yeah i think Joel is cute!

[@jessicaarrowsmith9675]

You two are just darling! It is so so sweet how in love Joel is with you!! Obviously you're both in love. But I think it's so endearing how much love he has for you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@caitlinreum100]

You guys are ADORABLE! Such a cute love story! I also love how Joel says "I had a really nice time" *wink* at the end of videos now :)