I Can't Handle Him Being GONE!

[@Mimi65624]

I love that you’re letting your kids be kids! I wish more people would focus on what’s important in raising kids : learn to love God! You and Austin are doing an excellent job. I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day full of love and hugs from your beautiful children. God bless you and Austin.🙏

[@sarahduckett3307]

Love the way u let ur kiddos be kids. It's OK to let them be kids . Kids gets ouchie all the time. U pick them up, clean them up give some love.

[@dollparts85]

You take them to the ER when they have a head injury 🙄

[@dawnisrael9375]

@@dollparts85He clearly didn’t need a hospital visit.

[@dollparts85]

@@dawnisrael9375 he did. All head injuries, especially in children, need to be evaluated by a doctor.

[@savagesunflower1865]

I love how “in love” you look with Austin - the connection at the airport was so cute

[@heathermcnabb8101]

It's such a breath of fresh air seeing how much you and Austin enjoy and value each other. It seems a happy marriage is a myth these days. Thanks for the little glimpse into your family. :)

[@Stephanie0517]

Glad Austin made it back home safely. Absence truly does make the heart grow fonder. The kids being so excited to see their Papa was really sweet. Please don't let all of those hateful comments get to you. I guess internet trolls think you should have perfect kids. You are a wonderful Mama to these beautiful children. Happy Mothers Day Joy!! ❤

[@deerex85]

This video just blesses my heart. As an early childhood educator for over 20 years, I have watched the imagination and outdoor activities disappear from the lives of these kids. Especially since the pandemic. Kids only socialized in limited amounts. Sometimes they don’t even understand the concept of make believe. Bless you all. You’re doing it all right mama!

[@kathypilon7692]

“WELL” Evy’s stories are so well told from her perspective. Made me smile!

[@chessyharris6200]

From a former Daycare worker accidents can happen with you right there. It only takes a second. You can be watching one child trunk you head and look at another child them bam. Kids are kids and they are going to get hurt whither you are standing right there or not. No one should be judging anyone. There is no perfect parent, we all make mistakes. Get a life people your not perfect , so stop trying to act as if you are better than anyone else. ❤ your family. Keep doing what your doing. Those of us who love you can tell the kids are having their best life. ❤

[@DoctorJoanieTool]

Yes. Little kids shouldn’t be playing in the back of trucks etc w no adult there.

[@beckyriege5572]

​@@DoctorJoanieTool Joy and Austin were both there, and you missed the whole point of their comment.

[@foofookachoo1136]

I endorse all that u said!!

[@tmariethatsme8170]

GIRL HUSH.. Let these people live their lives and raise their kids.. Always somebody with the PSA SHUT THE HELL UP!

[@saraberman2]

LOL Evie and her “WELL” at the beginning of every sentence for her stories. Hahahaha 😂 she’s so cute! I hope Gideon’s head has healed well!!! Kids will be kids! ❤

[@barbarabass3600]

Joy, your kids are so precious and Evy is a hoot! I love that y’all let them be kids and not robots. Is fine for kids to play outside. Plz don’t stress about Gideon sucking his thumb. My daughter did until she was 7 but she’s fine and has beautiful teeth. That’s just his self soothing mechanism.

[@yvonnecheek341]

LOL!!! Evie is sooo animated, and really gets into the story! Sooo cute! I’m glad that Gideon is fine, and welcome back home Austin!

[@cindiemoore2530]

Joy you are being a wonderful wife and mother! Your children are bright and can communicate so well. And you can tell that you and Austin’s love just gets stronger and deeper with every year that passes. Stay positive and stay blessed 😇 ❤

[@cindyjustice4650]

Your kids are so cute, I love how much fun you guys have. Watching Gideon and Evy grow up so close is so sweet. Gunnar makes me smile all the time, he is just the happiest little boy.

[@michellesmolek2904]

Gosh people are so negative in the comments..stop it. Is your life oh so perfect? If you have issues watching the content, then just move along. The children are being bought up the good old fashioned way. Out side, playing. Not stuck in front of a screen…no harm came to us kids bought up this way. Gideon will stop sucking his thumb, it’s really nothing to get all upset about..you won’t see him as a grown man sucking his thumb..it’s really nit that important. Thanks for sharing joy..love your little family and love what you share..maybe get a moderator to do some blocking and deleting so you don’t have to read the poop. People are so high and mighty behind their computer screens..🌺

[@bonniepearson5709]

He should be allowed to suck his thumb in private!

[@nancyarsenault3876]

My sister sucked her thumb till she was 13😀

[@belindasanders7072]

Had 2 laugh at Evie. ❤ hearing her explain how it happened. She knew exactly. So cute how expressive she is. Showed absolutely no remorse (lol). Their innocence is so precious. Hope ur on the mend Gideon. Sending u a big hug. Have a feeling u might b tough like papa. Happy u guys r united again. Have fun. God bless

[@anniemcdougal2249]

And then…there are the comment Karens. Who like to police the comments and guard dog the KZbinr. If the creator doesn’t want negative comments, they can delete. Let them do the housekeeping.

[@misslora3896]

It's wonderful to see children outside playing, it's far too rare these days. I grew up in the 70's... When we weren't at school we were out playing. And kids didnt even wear a watch back then, let alone have something tracking where we were. We'd take off in the morning or as soon as we got home from school and for most kids, when the street lights came on it was time to go home. Parents in the neighborhood were usually at least aquaintences and would look out for each others children so, if someone got hurt an adult that could help was never too far away. It's awful how so many parents now keep their children indoors, preventing them from exploring, challenging themselves and learning through play... Not to mention the lack of exercise. Its stunting childrens development and self confidence in so many ways. And if that weren't bad enough, useing screen time in it's place. It's heartbreaking to witness, but they'll insist technology is making life so much better and get offended and defensive If you dare dissagree.

[@creativestudiobydeedee8942]

Aren’t kids amazing story tellers! They did a great job replaying that scene! I love that you let your kids be kids! Let them go barefoot, let them play in the mud, let them ride on the trailer, let them enjoy being kids! I love it! You’re a great mom Joy! I’m glad you got your hubby back home!

[@kerryandshannonsweetman4088]

Evie is such a crack up, she's so theatrical with the way she speaks 🤣🤣

[@robynlutes1415]

I love listening to Gideon and Evie tell their stories. They are little sweethearts! I’m glad Austin is home safe and sound. I can tell how much he is missed.

[@Alaskan_mom]

Hearing her little voice tell stories is always enjoyable😊 Glad he enjoys our beautiful state!

[@pattygrant7858]

She is so descriptive lol in the most adorable way

[@auntkissy520]

Happy Mother's Day Joy!! You are definitely one of the BEST - your kids are adorable, and I love the life they are having not stuck behind a screen but having actual adventures outside!!!

[@Milaperadotti]

Such a sweet beautiful family that you have made. I’m glad you are seeking support for your mental health. Have to keep yourself healthy so you can continue be the great mom you are!

[@Sharon-Me]

Evie is so cute with her animated conversation and the way she wants to make sure that the entire story gets told correctly!

[@shirleyformby9763]

Happy Mother’s Day Joy. You truly are amazing and have the most precious children.

[@stephaniewilder7181]

I love how big Evie’s eyes get when she’s telling the story of what happens to gideons head. I love how she story tells. They are both so precious. All the kids are so cute.

[@kimlersue]

It is hard having them gone. My husband of 50 years occasionally had to travel for work..and often it wasn't practical to take the kids and go along. But the huge welcome home and comfort for us all being back together are some really sweet moments we remember.

[@awesometaylor5881]

❤🎉😂Absolutely 💯. The syory telling .I qas rollung over here. Im glad Austins homw and Gideon doing awesome. I love you guys and Thankyou sooo very much again ✝️💐🔥🔥🔥👑👑👑💖💖💖

[@jerrilynhenson9024]

Great story tellers. Yes, even a small head cut bleeds like crazy. Glad he’s ok.

[@rhondanau7807]

It's so great your kids get to have fun and experience life outside a plastic bubble. They are going to have so many wonderful memories, and they all involve doing fun physical things. Evie's stories are the best, by the way.

[@cindygraham1357]

Lol!! I can imagine the funny stories the kids tell when all of the little cousins are together. They are so cute! ❤

[@ChristineSmith-n9j]

So fun to hear the kids explain about their ordeal. Such a sweet reunion with hubby and Papa. You are such a cute little family.

[@missymyers7043]

Not sure Joy how you can keep a straight face when they were telling the story?!?! It was so funny and so adorable! 😂They really are the cutest. Wishing you a blessed and happy Mother’s Day!❤

[@Phenom172]

Thank you so much for raising your children to play outside and use their imaginations. We played outside all day long and I feel we are better for it. To many parents use gaming systems and tablets for a babysitting and the kids never get to experience making up their own adventures and taking in all the outdoors has to offer. I love that you take the kids camping and you allow them to get dirty. You and Austin are helping them to create core memories they will talk about for a very long time. Listening to Gideon and Evie explain Gideons konky bonk was so entertaining. Of course, we are happy Gideon wasn't seriously injured and you didn't panic. Head wounds do tend to bleed a lot, but you knew exactly how to respond. We hope you have a great summer, and we can't wait for your next adventure.

[@janebuteyn2466]

Totally agree!!

[@cricket47222]

This whole video is just pure love and makes my heart happy!❤❤

[@kariestes5521]

Listening to the kiddos tell the story from their own perspective made me laugh out loud. Thanks for that!

[@Disneyloverr566]

Jed and Katie’s kiddos are getting so big!!! Such cute little families you both have!!!

[@BevForseth]

Lovely post! Thank you for taking the time to share with all of us. You are a blessing.

[@AliciapTexas]

Gidion and Evie are so darn cute!! Since your show ended I hadn't realized how big your babies had grown not to mention added one more! Congrats!

[@LindyLoo40]

You’re so excited at Austin coming home, the children will be pleased to see him. They are so cute. 🙏🏻xx🫶

[@deborahmauro4331]

I love how you share your lives with us. Sorry that Gideon got a childhood war wound. I've got a few myself from falling off my bike . Brings back great memories now that I'm in my 50s. It's refreshing that Evie and Gideon are using their imagination. Your family is thriving because you and Austin are GREAT parents! Can't wait to see Gunnar start to toddle around.

[@kimmyframpton]

Oh my goodness!! Evy is a hoot! We need more Gideon & Evy interviews!!

[@gracebrown7186]

I just love watching your life. You are real . God is in your life ❤

[@sarahscharber5559]

I love how assertive the kids are. That'll serve them well.

[@Jonandkendra]

Omg I cried when he walked in and the kids ran to him 😭😭🥰🥰

[@lydm3398]

My hubby was stationed in Alaska in the late 70's. I still enjoy those stories. The bear and moose stories some hilarious, some scary. Great video this week. The kiddoes stories were priceless this week.

[@kathyjones5421]

I think your family is awesome. Your kids are so sweet. And you and Austin are great parents.

[@heidifrick4400]

Joy your whole family is so sweet. Thanks for sharing with all of us.

[@Mirandaaa1820]

Joy your hair looked so beautiful curled like that! Looking up train rides in my area now ♥️ God bless your family, love watching your videos!

[@leannwills4519]

Happy Mothers Day Miss Joy, please pass on a Mother's Day to your family. God Bless y'all

[@cherylrhone3407]

Those kids are the cutest. Glad Austin, is back home, and things are kind of normal again. Happy Mother’s Day Joy!! 💐

[@mrs107]

Joy you're doing a great job with your children. Playing outside and be creative in their own ways is amazing but also they learn of what not to do if they get hurt. Thank God it was serious.

[@sueschnitzenbaumer3464]

My goodness, sounds like Jackson and Johanna all over again. It was terrific. A lot of fun was had by all. Thank you for sharing. See you next week.

[@vikkibyington3066]

Happy Mother’s Day, Joy! And might I add a very fine Mother at that! I would have been so thrilled to have had a daughter like you. Unfortunately, I was unable to have kids, but I dearly love them. I look forward to Friday nights to catch up with your week. The most heartwarming thing on this video to me was when the kids saw Papa approaching!!, Every parent/child relationship should be so happy, loving and secure. Unfortunately, too many children are not so blessed. The train ride sounded like something I would really love. I’m sure the Ozark are beautiful. I live pretty near the Great Smokey Mountains and I have a love for the mountains! Be lifted up, Joy, and remember always where your strength comes from. Don’t listen to naysayers. They are going to always be showing their wicked heads. It is just a bad spirit they possess imo. I will never understand what people gain bah putting others down. I can tell you from years ago, you are my favorite of your sisters, though I love them all. There is something special about you. You and Austin have the whole package! Love and Prayers from East Tennessee. ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰

[@amym1885]

I hope Gideon feels better. Looks like you guys had a fun time. I'm glad Austin is home. Eve and Gideon's interview was too cute.number is adorable. Happy Mother's bday Joy!

[@amym1885]

Evie not Eve^,Gunner(not number) and day not.bday. We need an edit button.

[@daniellekramer93]

@@amym1885 there is an edit button!!!

[@adrianaperez7697]

Joy I have to tell you, I live for watching your family adventures every Friday. Thank you for sharing a bit of your life with us

[@nicky2908]

😂😂😂😂😂 i love when kids have a conversation and there interest on talking. My kids are the same 😂😂❤

[@babettelock2106]

That man LOVES his family dearly. Many blessings on all y'all!

[@lydm3398]

Too cute, this story was better than show~ n~ tell. ❤Evie was so serious. Happy Gideon is ok.

[@marieneu264]

I have depression and mental health and I’m having a bad spread of it here lately. You encourage me!!!

[@pennycowher6328]

❤❤

[@daniiiakasha4711]

❤️

[@mimismum73]

Evie makes me laugh so much. Can you film a whole video just with Evie telling her little stories?!

[@WilliamTheUnkownShoutout]

This is indeed very heartwarming and very wonderful and very adorable and this brings back such great memories of when I use to be a 90s kid and an early 2000s kid as well:).

[@pennyd2415]

I love the way you let your kids play and have fun

[@margomackay5215]

I also love the way those sweet kids play out side and let them play and get dirty! Just love the way Joy and Austin are bringing up there children.....

[@jenniferschwandt2586]

Happy Mother's Day!!! I love your mothering style! You have a wonderful family!!

[@michelewoods9365]

She is adorable and so smart.

[@tsemm1741]

I truly love the way you & Austin love & respect each other! And genuinely miss each other! I wish I had that w/my ex! Gideon & Evie interviews should become a thing!! ❤️

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Joy, I'm so glad to see how much you love your husband. Your family is great! You and Austin are great parents. Your children will grow up to love God and be great adults. Keep up the good work.

[@pamfrey6785]

Oh I love the imagination of these precious children

[@sweetj7264]

Thanks for sharing your family life with us. God bless u and your family.

[@deborahhopper2682]

I would love to go on that train ride sounds like so much fun! Kids will be kids just let them be kids! Love Y’all! Love and Prayers Always

[@betsyhager8915]

She is so adorable, I love how she says well,

[@eaglinarth123]

Joy l LOVE your family ❤❤❤ your kids are sooo sweet 🤗 Evie is so funny l think she is the top reason l watch y’all 😂😂 thanks for sharing 🙏🏾

[@omirasantillanes5150]

Can't wait to see the new vlog and hope you guys have a great Friday afternoon and evening with the kids and a wonderful weekend ahead and hope Gideon loves the train ride and hope you Joy have a wonderful Mother's day and baby Gunner is so cute and adorable and he is almost about to be 12 months old and he is getting so big already.

[@kyndalslifeowen6823]

I enjoyed the reenactment! They are so cute and i am remembering my children growing up doing stuff like yours are doing.

[@susanb.1772]

Love the curl in your hair at the start of the vlog. Looks so good!! ❤

[@pamswafford9994]

I love you sharing your fun family with us. Keep making those beautiful memories with your precious family. Love the kids too❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@granny473]

Oh my days. Your children are wonderful at telling stories ❤

[@sheilacaine]

That was hilarious the way they told the story. Evie is hilarious.

[@theresadavis4885]

Hearing the kids explain with the repellinng was hysterical!

[@marlenepearson3936]

Joy! I'm so glad 😊 you let your kids be kids. ❤ God bless. 🙏

[@claregarza5032]

Your children are adorable, God Bless them!

[@hockeygirl8506]

Hope Gideon feels better soon! ❤ how your children get to be children and play outside, not always on screens. A bonus glimpse of Truett & Nora too. See you next week!

[@karenedmiston4721]

Gideon and Evie are a comedy act. They are quite the story tellers!

[@kathyerb3134]

Welcome home Austin. Hope you had a great hunting trip. Hugs from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@kelseywinterhalt6468]

Evelyn and Gideon are the cutest little brother and sister ever! I enjoyed hearing them tell the story. ❤

[@sheilacaine]

Good job Gideon. Oh my goodness Gunners growing up so fast. Yeah Papa is home. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@shirlynb148]

As a mother of 3 & Grandmother of 10 I can attest there is NO one way to rear children. If we all did it the same there might just be a world full of Stepford Wife people. Unless there is danger and not just different ways of parenting styles keep your negative opinions to yourselves. Young people are just that, young and figuring things out for themselves. Evi is just the cutest!

[@Kiymee]

My favs 💕💖💙💙💙 love everything about this video! Joy and Austin perfect!

[@shellydaybutch2230]

Évies story telling is cute…. She the boss. Sweet.😊❤️

[@amandajames4841]

Joy thanks so much for sharing. Happy Mother's day to you.

[@trumomone]

Happy Mother’s Day! Gideon and Evie are so CUTE! Evie cracks me up!

[@nancyarsenault3876]

I love listening to her. She’s so cute.

[@deborareid524]

I can only use one word for Gideon and Evie …..PRICELESS

[@jenifer5756]

Your eyelashes are perfect! So pretty!

[@cristinweekley2547]

So cute seeing the kids tell their story.🥰

[@debibarlow8904]

They are so cute. Glad Gideon is ok.

[@kimpelders4996]

It's so cool! Here in the Netherlands we say papa. Just like dad or daddy in english. You guys are cute ❤❤

[@kristinedomke2616]

I love how Gideon said “scuber dive” so so cute ❤

[@vickless16]

And packpack instead of backpack.

[@barbvillarreal7440]

Evie is such a great story teller❣️

[@eaglinarth123]

The interview with your kids took me out 😂😂😂 They are so smart

[@cynthiajones4332]

Wow, soo good to see Jed and family.

[@dawnisrael9375]

Happy Mother’s Day Joy! I love to watch your family:)

[@Nunyabusiness82777]

Oh my word those kids are so adorable 🥰🥰🥰❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻