I Won't QUIT! Porch Time

[@cynthiaj4863]

My husband and I purchased a home on one acre in 2022 and we are 62 yrs old. My husband has a good job, I am retired. I told my husband 4 or 5 yrs ago that we needed to have a purpose in our golden years. WE have some animals, I have a small garden, we have planted many more fruit trees. It is a lot of work daily, but I have never been healthier. I'm always working, I haul 40-50 bags of feed on my shoulder. I have more energy than my husband, most likely because he work an 8hr job. I'm in the sun, and haven't been sick in a very long time. God has blessed us with a grand baby and she loves animals, and eats so many fruits & veggies from our land. We have many family gatherings here and this property has brought our family so much closer. God is GREAT!

[@Ziv-pm6ip]

:) you blessed me with a big smile! God is great & I love how His children reveal His blessings through their actions and words. Thank you!

[@janebadon3988]

I’m so happy for you...’sounds perfect!❤

[@janebadon3988]

Thank you for sharing y’all’s story. I’ve considered giving up this way of life as I’ve endured replacements, and other health challenges and just turned 70. Your talk inspires me today to get on out there and mulch another fruit tree, and take it up with the Lord. Thank s for the encouragement to keep on. The impossible is possible with the Lord!

[@janebadon3988]

Uh oh...I meant this comment to the video!

[@kimberlyann1960]

This made me smile. You sound so happy. God bless you and your family.

[@plainandsimple2576]

I’m a widow of 60. I work harder than most 16 year olds. Everything my Husband and I have is due to hard work. I live on SS. I’m not poor! I have my little place, I’m grateful for Everything God has give! Thanks♥️

[@rlb7137]

understand that I was widowed at 38 and I am 62 now never remarried raising my grandbaby and life is awesome with Jesus stay blessed hon 😃

[@christiebetts-fi7qj]

I’m 67 Right now I don’t have a very big garden, had to do it mostly by hand, but the Lord has allowed me the strength to do what I can and I’ve been able to bless some older than me folks who just can’t grow a garden with veggies

[@taylorshomestead3934]

Same, widow, 60 & work harder than young folks on my most physical painful days, also have disabilities. Thankful for everything! God bless you!

[@lindadelzer423]

I'm 72 and just bought a 41 acre small farm. Am remodeling, planting and getting animals. Always wanted to do it, and now the opportunity presented itself. I'm having the time of my life.

[@steppininit8559]

Congratulations

[@Ziv-pm6ip]

:)) thank you for sharing! Big smiles you gave me!

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸🙏🙏God Bless you

[@dmark6699]

I'm your same age and looking.

[@rlb7137]

your never to old to start something you want to do

[@michaelupton9009]

I'm 71 I live alone and I'm happier now than I've been in many many years and I don't have any money, but but the Lord blesses me with what I need, not what I want. I work everyday on a farm for a little girl who's in her twenties trying to get off grid. So everyday I'm helping her with her farm and at night I I study herbalism. We should never ever stop learning.

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏❤️God Bless you

[@pbudinsky1]

That’s awesome! May I ask how do you study herbalism that is what I’m interested in as well. Are you taking a course?

[@michaelupton9009]

@@pbudinsky1 no I never took a course I can't afford that so I buy a book here buy a book their find them in thrift stores and I follow about 10 or 15 different herbalist on KZbin. I'm not on any medications, herbs keep me healthy, I apply what I learned. To start out with look up Dr Patrick Jones or Rosemary gladstar

[@andru1745]

So true! I’m still learning and love it…❤❤

[@CraftEccentricity]

I'm in my 60's and planted 54 fruit trees last year, and the biggest insult I hear is "You're so lucky". Luck had nothing to do with it! Its hard work and determination, but they say "lucky" like its was given to you, or you didn't have to work for it. You don't have to explain your life to anyone. Keep on keeping on❤

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸👍Amen

[@hidawayhomestead524]

I'm 60, had a garden and chickens most all my life. My parents recently past away in their 80's . They left me 900 ac. I lived with them their last 7 years taking care of them and adding fruit trees and raised beds. We strugle to come up with the 20,000 property taxes but my husband and 4 sons(and their families) all live on this land and working it to take care of us all. God has blessed us and showed us the way to survive. Stay safe and God bless you my friends. 🌱🐓🐐🐖🐄🌱 Lisa

[@dharmaslife]

Wow! That is nearly a square and a half - lots of hard work, but so lovely that your family is doing it together❤ ❤❤

[@kookietherapy9398]

Is that $20k p/yr ? 😮

[@hidawayhomestead524]

@@kookietherapy9398 yes

[@kookietherapy9398]

🧐🥴😲😲😲 Fields of Gold !

[@TheAquaman1979]

Danny you truly do not have to explain yourself. Anyone who has been following you guys from the beginning knows you both deserve everything you have. Enjoy brother.

[@startwithlogic8200]

Ridiculous that people are giving you a hard time for what you have. Anyone that watches your channel know how hard you and Wanda work. God bless you Danny!!

[@triedproven9908]

The righteous will be persecuted.

[@ArmadilloJunction]

82 driving home from work at 4am Anahuac Texas , stay cool y’all

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸👍🙏🙏

[@unaffiliated_x9279]

Stay strong ol timer. My Dad is 82 and still going strong.

[@charlesmckinney683]

My wife and I retired in 2019 from Federal Government. We decided to sell our house and move. Everything in this process was the work of God. We are living with more money than we did working. Cars are paid for in one year. I have been gardening with raised beds since 1994. I'm 70 years old and thankful for what God has done in our life.

[@kencoston2134]

Jealousy and greed are the downfall of so many people. Be proud for people who have worked hard for what they have.

[@jswhosoever4533]

*envy. Jealousy is being protective of what is rightfully yours. Envy is wanting and coveting what is someone else's.

[@candybradford2107]

I am a 71 year old widow. Lost my husband 15 years ago. I stayed on my place, learning things i never wanted to know. But it gives me a purpose each day.

[@lisamcclintock8090]

Danny, you have no idea how this video touched me. I have been disabled since 2013 and ever since then I have “acquired” other health issues. I truly believe it’s because I got to the point where I just gave up. My husband is always saying all he wants is to get his wife back. Yesterday with this horrible heat we’ve been having I pushed myself to make the bed and cook supper so he didn’t have to do it when he got home like he usually does. He turned 65 Sunday and he works outside and I decided I just needed to push myself to help him. It hurt like hell and I had to take mini breaks but I did it and felt good about myself that I did. Oh how I wish I could just sit and talk to you and Wanda but I know that will never happen. So in the meantime I will continue learning from y’all thru KZbin and plug right along. God bless y’all from the bottom of my heart ❤️

[@ILurvMarmite]

God bless you❤ You can be extremely proud of yourself for making such an effort. Wishing you strength and God's blessings as you move forward everyday, no matter how big or small those steps are 🥰

[@sylvia8905]

I'm not one to comment on videos but I'm so proud of you.

[@Mycrookedlittlehomestead]

Danny and Wanda I would never criticize you both, ever since I watched your first video 4 years ago and every video since you brought me back to God and having him in my life has changed how I feel about life I'm also 63 and I'm still working and fixing my homestead to my best ability my husband has been ill and doesn't have the strength to do certain things anymore my son and I got him a new tractor to help him to do things which makes it alot easier for him but he is limited to what he can do ,I'm a person that don't give up I try to make things a little easier for me and God gives me the strength one day at a time thank you for what you both have done for me I love the both of you. Your videos give me comfort and encouragement ❤

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸😊👋Good Morning MyCrookedLittleHouse

[@winterhomestead]

God Bless you !

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

@@arknanny2547 🦋🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏Sending Prayers

[@tambrasmith9707]

I can’t see why anyone would criticize anyone , trying to survive and grow their own food any way they can …

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

@@tambrasmith9707 🦋🇺🇸🙌💯Agree

[@angelawillis145]

Danny I had to back up the video and make sure I heard you right. I literally laughed out loud when you said some people think y’all are spoiled. If anybody watches 1/10 of y’all’s videos they will see that is not the case. And if they think that the pieces y’all show are really all there is to it, then bless their idiot hearts. Anybody growing a tiny back yard garden can attest to the amount of work that goes into making it grow . If they can watch all y’all do and listen to your teachings on it and still think y’all are spoiled, they aren’t worth wasting your energy on. Seeing all the things y’all have created and learning how you did it from start to finish has been an amazing blessing to so many people. Y’all taking the time to do videos /tutorials, and the livestreams to answer questions to help others learn to be more self sufficient is not the behavior of spoiled people. I’m sorry y’all have to deal with these people. But y’all need to know, the sound of mind , reasonable , God fearing people who watch your channel thank God for you and Wanda and your heart for people. Never let those people have a second of your limited time. Everybody else knows the truth.

[@toykawilliams3273]

Well said! ☝️

[@margaloone7970]

I find your videos inspiring. I am 59 years of age working a full time plus job. I work on my small lot homestead daily. You would laugh..l.sometimes water my garden in the morning in my dress cloths prior to going to work. This was a great video, I am going to suggest my husband watch this. While I am bless with good health, he hurts daily. I think he would be inspired by this video also. Thank you.

[@classicrocklover5615]

I agree! I don't watch for step by step directions, I look to Danny and Wanda for sparks of inspiration on how I can modify their projects to meet my needs. I'm in a totally different growing zone but I can apply their principles to my growing conditions.

[@classicrocklover5615]

When I heard you bought Pecan Grove, I thought "Danny is finally going to get away from noisy neighbors!" I've noticed how much that bothers you, and how much you regret selling off your acreage over the years. I have no idea where PG is located, but I pray you've rediscovered the seclusion you've been yearning for!

[@gailoreilly1516]

Hello, I think this is the most important video I have ever seen. I will be 70 this year. It is just me now and I do struggle from time to time with "should I give up or should I keep going?" I guess I don't have a choice but to keep going. I am finding that I feel better now than I have in several years. I garden, can, and do as much by myself as is possible. I had never done these things in my life. Asking for help from time to time is hard for me. However, I had some yard work I couldn't handle and asked a friend of mine if her son (out of work and depressed), would be able to help me. He said yes, I paid him, they left. My friend said it was such a blessing to him to actually do some work knowing it was helpful AND to get paid for it. Well, I have enough work lined up now, that I just can't do, to keep him busy for a while. We both win.

[@const141]

Danny, you have lit a fire under my behind. 67, alone and been depressed! I cried listening to you! Thank you for your motivating words!! I will do better!!!!

[@kookietherapy9398]

I'm 65, and I spend time w a young girl soon to be 17. It makes a huge difference for both of our lives. Sometimes, one unplanned comment can change a simple thing in another's life. You were supposed to meet, just don't share private conversations w the mom. Give him a Safe Place, he may show up infrequently just to visit... a friend.

[@countrygirlprepper3764]

Never give up,Danny! The new society expects handout, free food,housing, entitlement. We come from different values and self worth and purpose, Hard work and perseverance do pay off, so continue TO BE BLESSED WITH ABUNDANCE!! I’m mid 60’s also and STILL GOING STRONG

[@BUTTERFLY31214]

🦋🇺🇸👍🙏💯Amen

[@barbaragoodhew7992]

We have nearly been bankrupt a number of times but Yah has been faithful as we have focused on Him. Thanks so much for your encouragement !!!

[@Cyberfarm9]

Our family LOVES you! You helped us find Freesteading. Your words of wisdom, Wanda’s entire channel, your Vego beds, your high tunnels, your inspiration to us is great! What’s the best part? Your love of and for the Lord Almighty. You two lovebirds are my favorite people on the internet.

[@terribremer6115]

Same for me! I so look forward to the Saturday night live chats.

[@janiceharrigill8696]

Amen!

[@farminperttx.3896]

We watch much of what you put out. I am sometimes amused at your life stories but cannot find a reason to criticize anything you do. We are close to the same age and I am a bit jealous I cannot keep up with you doing physical work. God is using you to bless people so keep on keeping on !

[@amypatton9578]

I’m 74 and I have learned so much from you and Wanda. You are a blessing and I appreciated you so thankful I found your channel.I’ve watched for along time.

[@farmerandadeleacres2726]

Go get em’ Danny!! We’ve been on both sides as well, and are not stopping until we drop. The truth is the truth! God helps those who help themselves!! And that’s what you’ve done!! AMEN!! 🙏❤️🙏 💕~Cheryl~💕

[@82weeks94]

Great Video. I needed it. I'm 47 Yrs old . My daughter got killed in a car crash 3 yrs ago. I was completely crushed. Only child. I just stop 🛑. I didn't do nothing but stayed in the house and slept for about 2 yrs . Ran thru all my savings . Got fat. Etc . I just now started back trying to work, exercise and push on . I need to hear this message this morning. Great Message. Never give up on life . Life is a bunch of peaks and valleys some higher or lower than others but God will see you thru‼️🙏🙏

[@prayerwarrior424]

You know it! You mourned, now LIVE! God has you here for such a time as this. We ask why (believe me i mourn as well) but just trust and put one foot in front of the other…don’t push too hard and be kind to yourself… ask God what He would have you do - then listen - often comes while you are quietly doing something totally different. Peace💕

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Sorry to hear of your loss.

[@82weeks94]

@@prayerwarrior424 Thank you so much for the kind words and encouragement 🙏💖

[@prayerwarrior424]

You are right Danny! My husband is 79 and still works from hom (engineer) and im 69 retired teacher .. he helps in the evening and on weekends- built 14 Vego and Birdie beds, 7 Greenstalk towers full of strawberries-herbs-salad green i planted, we compost our chicken manure, we both planted 8 fruit trees, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries, elderberries… we have 4 mature apple trees and wild blueberry bushes. Ive been canning and freeze drying since we woke up in 2020… in the winter (northeast), we set up an aquaponic system under lights and using totes in our basement for salad greens… we get tired but we’re fighters and awake to what is falling around us… for now we’re winning but there are somethings planned that only prayer and trust in God will get us through! Keep ON people!!!!!

[@wranglervmp]

I'm 65 working as RT/hospital, physically & mentally demanding. God has brought me to eating carnivore & no "special jab." He has blessed me w/discernment.

[@mariebarnes416]

Thank you for the pep talk this morning. I needed to hear it this morning. You and Wanda are a blessing to us. You’ve inspired me at 73. Getting ready to get out to the garden before it gets too hot.

[@Breeze3444]

This message was much much needed for all.. It sure encouraged me to push . I do wake up in aches and pains, it sure is a challenge. But I do praise the Lord everyday for giving me another day and opportunity to live another day. Thank you for this encouraging message. I’m a worker and I will definitely push harder . Thank you again for putting a fire under my behind … Iron sharpens Iron… Glory to our King..Blessings

[@RobinL4715]

Thanks for sharing- wise words- never give up! I’m a breast cancer survivor and have changed my ways after this LCE. I’ve started gardening in my retirement- it’s never too late to start or learn something new! I am supplementing our groceries and canning our own produce, something I never learned in my family growing up. There is hope out there- keep working and praying, one day at a time.

[@donnacain9692]

Hi Robin, Peace Love And Blessings From A Breast Cancer Survivor As Well

[@donnacain9692]

🙏💐

[@raymondbradley6788]

Danny, you’re a blessing. Never give up. I lost my first wife from cancer to worst thing ever went through. But I’m still here kicking at 60. And count my blessings every day. Because every day is a blessing a lot of folk out there these days, don’t realize that, but that’s their loss not mine and yours🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@AtalaFarmsHomestead]

This is one of your best porch times Mr. Danny, my wife and I prayed and prayed for our homestead for about 5 years and contentment got us where we are today. God blesses you when you are obedient, and we were. It took a tornado destroying our home and through that storm God blessed us with a new home and 107 acres with ponds and plenty of room to homestead and it’s paid for in our mid 40’s. God blessed us and I’m proud to say God did it ALL. Thank you for ALL your videos. You inspired us to start a KZbin channel and I hope God continues you bless y’all beyond measure!!

[@Cyberfarm9]

Man, you are darn right. I’m 40, but I remember summer being different. The sun and colors and the sky was different. I feel it. With the kids, I’ve been reading and teaching them Solar cycles Sasha Dobler :), and lots of scripture. We spend much of our days outside, acclimating to heat now then acclimating to cold in winter. It helps the body when you acclimate slowly. However, the changes from mild to extreme are fast, not allowing much acclimation. God Bless you all. I’ve got to go take the animals out to walk/run, then water things, move everyone to shade, go for an early run. It’s almost sunrise. Time to get cooking! You are never too old for jack diddly. Ask my grandpa. ❤️

[@edensbounty6679]

You and Wanda are highly blessed! Not spoiled. Big difference.

[@texaschopper3091]

Hallelujah, Amen, Amen, Amen. Praise the Lord.

[@livinnfl]

Danny, You have nothing to apologize for! You have worked hard during your life. You and Wanda have made a life together! You deserve your privacy. You have things now because of the hard work earlier in your life. I pray for both of you daily. Your words are my thoughts everyday. I will never give up. Keep going forward. Bless you Danny and Wanda ! Love to Pecan Grove.

[@denniscucovaz6189]

You followed God through all the adversities..that would have crushed most.. you deserve all the Blessings you get.

[@sherrymunhollon3682]

People are just Jealous Danny...Good for You. Praise God you listened😊

[@1955dot]

You and Wanda are such an inspiration. None of your incredible story surprises me! You are both so God fearing and deserving! I am so happy to see the gifts God has given you and pray you will continue to inspire so many for the time God has in mind for you. 🙏🙏🙏

[@babsbarbs8082]

Thank you Danny for letting us know how you and Wanda are.....Pray for you every day........We who worked the hardest know who you are.....Please don't give up!!

[@twogirlshomestead60]

Amen Brother, God Bless you even more for your word. Yes sir, I am a women turning 75, and still building my homestead, proud and happy that I can still work.

[@berthaprince9097]

Danny some people just have to hate on others, you and Wanda are blessed by God and you deserve it and thank you for all you have taught me by sharing your knowledge, you and Wanda are a blessing to so many have a great day

[@karenw9996]

Many thanks for the encouragement. I retired just before turning 62, built two small raised beds (one for strawberries & one for veg) to add to my three apple trees, and bought some berry bushes...then I added to the garden each year, bought some more berry bushes & propagated some. Now I'm looking at buying two properties, one about 1/4 acre with a house and the other about 2/10 of an acre of raw land about 1/4 mile from the first. By the time the deal is done I'll likely be 66, and just beginning the planting of fruit & nut trees, berry bushes, herbs, a new veg garden, areas for the pollinators...it's a lot for one person to take on (it'll be done by hand, my biggest 'power equipment' is a self-propelled mower), and I'm pretty sure I'm going to be achy & exhausted along the way, but the possibilities draw me. I can have a well instead of municipal water...and while the tiny town I'll be moving to (Lord willing, the deal's not done yet) doesn't allow any livestock, it also won't violate city ordinance to have compost bins or a dirt pile, and the neighbors won't get on my case if the grass gets more than 5" tall. The area is near enough to family that, if absolutely necessary, I can call on them (they have their own lives so I don't want to rely on them too much)...and properties cost less (other costs are about the same & some are slightly higher) so I'm hoping to have funds to put in at least a small solar system for fridge & freezer and the pump. It's hard, because on the one hand I get excited and want to charge forward...but on the other hand I know it'll be a while before I take possession, and if I want to follow permaculture principles I then have to wait a year (sorry, but the veg garden isn't going to wait that long, I want my fresh food). Thanks again, and may the Good Lord continue to bless you abundantly.

[@ritad.franklin6372]

NOTHING IS WRONG WITH SHOWING YOUR BLESSINGS.

[@BeautifulDisaster205]

Danny thank you for sharing your testimony. We are 58. Not wealthy by most standards but everything we own is paid off. I garden every year. Garden is mostly neglected due to my work schedule but I don’t give up. God blessed us with two wonderful kids and two grandchildren. Life is good even when it isn’t. Thank you God for blessing us and helping us to keep going.

[@FarmerAuntie]

Danny and Wanda I so appreciate what you both have done and are doing in creating your Homestead. Your story is very similar to me and my husband who transitioned in late 2021. I now handle and manage our 3 acre homestead on my own with occasional help from my nephews. My husband was in business for years as myself. And he was a teacher and preacher of the word of God and I led a women's ministry. We've had hard times, good times and God continues to bless me so I can continue to be a blessing to my family and neighbors. Keep doing what you're doing. You dont owe anyone an explanation because of their ignorance....God has , is and will continue to bless you both 🙏🏾🙏🏾 as long as we seek Him in all things.

[@TXJan0057]

My 72 year old husband is out this morning breaking concrete to expose an inch and a half water line and repair a leak. Our heat index this morning is only 93F. Oh, by the way, he is a heart patient. I try to get him to hire out work but he feels compelled to keep on going. All I can do is make sure he has shade and plenty of water.

[@johnhottinger2798]

Shalom, Danny ! I pray our Father bless you and keep you, make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you, look upon you with favor and give you His shalom !

[@jreneewolf885]

Bless you & Wanda in all your efforts. I am 65 this Fall, a single lady, and I purchased a Vego bed this spring based on your recommendation. Still working on getting it set up but am looking forward to the results. I have increased my gardening efforts every year and have no intentions of slowing down until the Lord takes me home! I too suffer from bad knees, achy joints, vertigo sometimes, horrible allergies, but every day I do what God allows me to do & gives me the strength to accomplish. Be careful in the heat everyone & God Bless.

[@darlenewright5850]

60, 'bout gave up on dreaming and planning for a little piece of dirt. Not envious, God is good. You have inspired me to make my "waiting room a class room ". Thank you

[@angelawillis145]

Heat index here was 103 at 5 last night. Says it’s 74 now at 6 am. Feels so muggy

[@gaylehooper36]

I'm in Wisconsin and it is so hot here too. We have the lake that keeps us in high humidity. Not the place where us old people should be out in. -- I'm 73 and in the last 2 years I have been in hosp. for 3 months and almost died. 2 best friends died, and my husband committed suicide. I'm still healing but have a nice garden for myself, my daughter and her husband. I have a nice place to live by way of them. So grateful that the Lord has let me be here and take care of myself and maybe help them a little too. Love you and Wanda. Thank you

[@nancycouden3035]

My husband and I always say that we may not have abundance, but we always have enough!!! God always provides.

[@joanncole9603]

Good morning from Alabama. So grateful for air conditioning. Have you ever got a song stuck in your head, yesterday I drove from AL to GA with this song playing on my phone, “Why Lady Why” by the group, Alabama. Have a good day, Danny & Wanda.

[@kakinman8428]

God has been so good to you and Wanda because y’all have remained faithful to him. You are blessed and I and so many others are happy for what you have accomplished. You are a blessing to us as well. Thank you Danny and Wanda.

[@karenfromnj3104]

Mr Danny you do not need to defend yourself against people who are jealous and petty! You deserve your Pecan Grove ! You worked hard for it ! Enjoy your next stage of your life with Miss Wanda ❤. Love to you both from Karen from New Jersey!

[@janetnga3234]

I appreciate your content, especially the trial & error of trying to garden to fit your age at Pecan Grove. We have to adapt. I'm 58 and help my parents, in their 80's, on their homestead. I am self employed and God blesses me to get it all done. I don't ask nobody but God when things are needed. I needed to increase our fencing and God used a neighbor to bless me with 15 new cattle panels. Be a blessing how ever you can. It is not wise to compare yourself to others, nor to look back, nor to short change God's ability to provide. I have a good Father and glad to be in "the family".

[@unaffiliated_x9279]

Danny, you've blessed me more than you will ever know. I'm 42 now and your wisdom has helped me so much. Thank you sir. All glory to the Father.

[@vickieboudwin7781]

I think God has blessed you and Wanda because you both have never given up. You both work hard and pray hard. I see also you never waste anything. I enjoy porch time and watching how you take care of each other and your homestead. You and Wanda have worked for a beautiful life. I say never give up.

[@kaysmith7684]

It's nobody's business what you decide to do with your property. It was bought and paid for by you and Wanda. Until they pay your bills, they don't have any say about how you do things. I think we should all appreciate that you share and teach as much as you do. Seeing what y'all have been able to accomplish has certainly been encouraging to me. I'm older than you guys, and seeing how you go about making gardening easier for older folks is the reason I am still able to garden. Thanks for being willing to put in the time and effort to share your knowledge, not only about gardening and providing for ourselves. But also, trying to inform us about what is coming upon us. And more quickly than a lot of people realize. You're a source that we can trust.

[@sadie21962]

We live on the 40th parallel. We are in our 60's. The heat here in Indiana is wearing me down. I am tired all of the time. Hubby doesn't quit working even in the heat. But he needs to slow down. I keep praying for answers of downsizing or staying. Nothing yet. So I guess stay and keep working. God bless you and your inspiration.

[@rmburn9634]

You are not spoiled! You are blessed and you worked hard for your blessings! Like you said you cant take it with you.

[@nancygrogan6082]

I think you and Wanda are an inspiration for so many people. At our age, we should have something to show for all the years we’ve been here.

[@texbex9928]

Can't help saying it - I love you guys. I'm so glad to have met you and been influenced by your drive and hard work. Being in the same age group, you constantly remind me, "It CAN be done!". I guarantee any critics aren't doing anything at all. Mom read that one comment to me when I was at her house. A lot of people just don't get that you are showing others what YOU are doing. I can't afford a high tunnel like yours, but I could afford a frame, and a roll of the cloth cover from separate sites, so that's what I did. I can't afford Vego beds, but I can buy protein tubs from local cattle ranchers. I can't afford a Harvest Right, but I can afford a Nesco dehydrator and canned goods. If people aren't full of excuses, they're full of blame. Have a great day - I'm headed out in the 90° temps to get to work!

[@marybethsmith6458]

I don't understand when people criticize others for what they have. I pray for yall daily and ask that the Lord keep yall healthy, safe and to bless you. I know yall have worked hard for what you have and enjoy everything you chose to share with us. I tell folks that ask that God has provided me with everything I need and I am content and blessed.

[@lindachandler2293]

Never apologize to people that are ignorant of the facts. God bless you and Wanda in all your endeavors.

[@trulycrystalknight]

Haters are jealous. You & Wanda are humble and helpful . Very much encouragers❤

[@joannedonaldson2763]

Danny you don’t owe anyone any explanations. I thank you and Ms Wanda. You both have been such an encouragement to me and I have learned so much over the last 4 years. I have grown things that I have never grown and been very successful. I just wanted you to know that ya’ll are a blessing to me and I pray God opens the windows of heaven and pours out a blessing on you and Ms Wanda that you can’t contain!! God bless you both!!

[@Myfavorites877]

I’m very happy to see someone being blessed. People with ugly attitudes and find fault are people who never do anything with their lives.

[@danielleterry2331]

Yes Lord Yes!! I am 61 been thru 2 horrific accidents hurt by other people being stupid and put back together like Frankenstein, I work when told I would never hold down a job, walk when told I would never be able to.. I work full time on road construction and have a large garden, chickens and raise meat chickens live by a lake and fish , life is hard with this texas heat but I tighten my belt and get to it. Thank you Lord for blessing me with being tenacious and the fortitude to keep on, and for everything I have for I am nothing without him in my life and heart God is good always you just have to seek him to take over your life also

[@jimmiegrann5822]

Always love listening to you! Knowledge & Faith are a great combination!!! Enjoyed hearing about your life since I found you a little over a year ago! I liked that you are from Wiggins where I spent my HS years that are memorable in that area. As a Southerner, living in many different states & out of country & in New England now & CA, prior & now New England again…I miss the South. My dad, granddad & great granddad were pastors & I was brought up believing much of what you’ve talked about. I’m 83, a woman w small raised garden & beds around the house on 2 1/2 acres. I have challenges w arthritis & an 84 yr old husband w dementia. My daughter lives here. We are fighters & God has blessed us. Keep talking, sharing & being inspirational! Thanks! Positive & Blessed in New England (until God says move on & bloom! ❤🙏)!!!

[@culdesacgrocerygarden]

Comparison is the thief of joy. I appreciate having many examples of what many others are doing so it can help evaluate what is the best thing to do. Then I pray about it! If I see something that I can't do, I pray about it and move along!

[@raymondbradley6788]

Danny, you ain’t gotta explain nothing to me. I love what you guys do and that’s why I watch channel. If anybody’s in their feelings and think what you’re doing is wrong they’re freaking idiots. People need to get out of their feelings and pay attention to reality. nothing is handed to you on a silver platter. You have to work for it. That’s what’s wrong with people today. God bless brother.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@timpetersfarmgarden9792]

Danny I think this was the Best Porch Time that you have ever done 👍

[@melodyangel3244]

Thank you so much!!! I really needed to hear this. I have a small garden and ask God to give me wisdom about everything from soil, where to plant for the best harvest & how to deal with insects and He gives me wisdom. I’m 70 years old and going strong

[@ritad.franklin6372]

YOU AND WANDA HAD RIGHT HEARTS. YOU DESERVE THE BLESSINGS OF GOD. GOD HONORS THOSE WHO DO WORK WITH DILIGENCE AND YOU BOTH DO THAT.

[@debbielee93]

Thank you for the kick in my attitude. Love yall.

[@jenniferputnam4620]

You and Wanda are two very hard working individuals. God has blessed you with life, financial prosperity and an opportunity to be a blessing to so many people around you. Continue to praise God and bless Him for blessing you both.

[@wandachampion9162]

It's nice that y'all are not going to stop! Because when I was going through my health issues and I was staying at my oldest daughter house and she watches y'all's program! So I pulled it up and liked y'all's program and now I am back home and I can watch y'all on my cellphone! So the prayer time that y'all do is really important! I have asked y'all last night and anyone that wants to pray for my oldest daughter Salvation! Because she needs to be saved! And many others asking for prayers! Praying for y'all also! Take Care and Be Blessed!

[@monana8706]

🙏❤️

[@stacyodom7021]

Thank you for sharing this and reminding me to not give up. Please keep my wife in your prayers she is going in for a procedure tomorrow and again thank you lord for your blessings and for deep south homestead

[@mugsy7773]

Danny and Wanda, your videos are very inspiring. I have farmed all my life, and now have my own farm land ! God is awesome !

[@thehappymeatfarmrios4948]

Thanks Danny. I’ve been watching you for many years now. Many people always tell me it must be nice to have what I have. I’m not rich. Everything I have I worked my butt off for. Every holiday I ask for kitchen,gardening, or farming tools. I don’t buy anything frilly. People today don’t know how to work hard.

[@janiceharrigill8696]

Such an encouragement Mr Danny! I thank God for you and Wanda teaching us things we need to know & do in Homesteading and life in general. My husband and I are mid 60’s as well. Gardening is so rewarding and keep us up and moving.

[@collinsddc1206]

🌺I am so happy for you and Wanda, so thankful you have the Lord in your lives. May the Lord continue to bless you and your families🩷

[@nolagirlhomestead]

Appreciate your words of encouragement today! Seems our LCEs are happening in accord. I'm 66, just stopped the mortgage strain and happy to see you guys show me possibilities. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@classicrocklover5615]

Congratulations!

[@nolagirlhomestead]

@@classicrocklover5615 thanks and blessings on your journey as well!

[@ronaliveshere7422]

I’m glad you mentioned this. Jealous people will bring you down and act like it didn’t take work to get where you are. I was scraping the bottom of the barrel once but I refused to be a statistic. God has blessed me in a million ways and I’m happy with any little thing he sends my way and happy for others as well.

[@llamamama11]

Danny, thank you for this. I have hip pain and I have been letting it get me down. I know I shouldn’t and I need to stop complaining about it. Today I’m going to start with a new attitude and ask the Lord everyday to give me the strength to keep going ! God bless you and Wanda. My husband and I are close to your age and we do not plan to slow down. He is retired from his career but we work harder now on our homestead to prepare for our future together. God has blessed us so much and I need to be more appreciative!!!

[@peaceofmyhearthomestead4611]

I worked the whole time I went through chemo…even with insurance I’m in so much debt Im going to have to file bankruptcy…at 55 I don’t think I’ll financially recover. But Im still grateful for my chickens and garden❤️

[@bamatractor]

We hit 95 yesterday. At noon the power went out! 90 degrees in the house till the power came back on at 11 pm. That'll make you think how dependant we are to the grid.

[@margaretjones9654]

🙏🙏🙏y'all stay hydrated in this heat .I am in Kentucky

[@delmadehoyos1946]

Bro.Danny, you and sister Wanda are such an inspiration. Thank you for showing us y'all's hardworking way of life, and speaking about the Lord too. I appreciate y'all. ❤🤠❤

[@GrumpyGrannysGoatsNGardens]

Folks are on a tough path these days, and sometimes get tangled up pulling their brothers and sisters down- like a crab in a hot pot. It really doesn't help them a whit- but there's a lesson for them to learn. I've had that lesson too at times. I'll be 70 next year and run (or limp lol) a 17 acre homestead on my own and folks put me down cause my shoes are dirty, or my car's not perfect (and I live in the Ozarks!) Well guess what. I like it that way. I love my life and I can't believe Christ has blessed me so! We got this Sister Wanda, Brother Dan. We're standing strong in God's light. Let's do this-- and yes, even for the finger pointers.

[@christopherjreihing]

Thank you for sharing, Danny :) I’m 63 and I’m in the garden planting while I’m listening to you.

[@melissavisconti89]

Your title is what I say constantly. I get told all the time by my elders (Grandma & mom) "You need to stop and cut it out with all that gardening it's too hard on you, your doing too much" All that does is make me try harder. I've got a bunch of physical disabilities at 42 however if I don't move it just hurts more so no I won't quit!

[@SR-iy4gg]

Yeah. I'm 45 and garden and can, etc. My family, my dad especially, don't understand. He asks, "What are you going to do with all that food? Are you really going to eat all those carrots/whatever?" It's odd that it seems that the lessons of things like gardening, canning, storing/preparing for the future, etc. seemed to skip many in their generation. Many in our generation are relearning a lot of these skills on our own.

[@melissavisconti89]

@@SR-iy4gg I couldn't agree with you more! Never stop my friend. I do have to ask do you have them asking you for jam and such too? All of them put me down then turn around asking for my produce..

[@jinnv7130]

You will always know who your real friends are by those who celebrate with you in your successes. I have found this to be true over and over.

[@kappystephens9475]

Mr. Danny, The Lord has blessed you and through his actions we are blessed by learning from you. I believe the Lord led me to your channel when we moved to the Barth Community near you. We have successfully grown sweet potatoes and corn from your videos, use Electra culture, watched what you are planting and when! We appreciate you and Mrs. Wanda so much and your deep connection to the one who loves us all! Don't be discouraged the times are short and your message is important and should be embraced and treasured for the wisdom you share.

[@wilmaharman949]

Danny you are a good and faithful man. You two stay strong and continue doing as your Father says. You have changed so many lives. God bless.

[@rhondabish2186]

I’m trying to do things that will help us age in place and feed ourselves. I watched my mom decide she was “too old” to do anything, she sat in her chair in front of the television. Within a couple years, she’s in a nursing home with dementia and bad health. I really don’t want to follow that path. Building a hoop house, planting more fruit trees and grapes, have 60 elderberry bushes blooming. My son built me new, heavier pantry shelves. Don’t let the naysayers get to you. Some people just can’t stand seeing anyone succeed. God bless!

[@lorvin5673]

This is among the best videos I've ever watched. There's nothing quite as refreshing, as a good dose of realty...

[@beachchic288]

Mr Danny I am still here watchin you and Mrs Wanda, I no longer comment but I just feel the need to tell you thank you. Because of you our garden is flourishing we invested in shade cloth for the whole thing, we got rough cut lumber from the amish and built a permanent structure around it so that we can keep the shade cloth up, we pull it back when it isnt needed and stretch it out when it is. If the Lord provides some day it may just turn into a high tunnel due to that structure only the Lord knows. Also because of you we are growing various crops for cold and heat, we also picked long and short grow time varieties for both so if the weather should change rapidly we have an option. We invested in greenhouse plastic, frost cloth and bug cloth to make row covers for our garden. I am begining to focus on a more permanet grow style in the garden instead of starting from scratch every year, if its layed out the same year after year we just rotate then I can make my row covers of various materials and just move them where we need them. The Lord showed me this home isnt our permanent but I am doing what I can to help the next person out. They may tear it all down but the Lord may just have us preparing this for them.

[@Ziv-pm6ip]

Thank you for inspiring me for so many years and I smiled all during this video. I'm so proud of who you are and what you have accomplished...and this video goes into my Inspiration folder for times I need to be reminded that it's not over yet for me. I've got an overgrown garden of weeds this year because I didn't get to the garden this year...and it's disheartening. Thank you so much for sharing from the heart. For those who are jealous....may the Lord's precious Holy Spirit keep at them until they see it and repent. As for me :) you are my inspiration to keep going today. *lots of love to you both!* Thank you.