Is my mom a minimalist? 🤔How did she homeschool FIVE kids?! 😵Gardening tips. Q+A with my mom pt. 1

[@hannahgastineau606]

@hannahfandrich I am loving this series and am excited to also follow your mom for some gardening tips! ☺️

[@NatalieBennett]

Hey, Hannah! You’re the winner of this giveaway! Send an email to [e-mail] so we can get in touch!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@hannahgastineau606]

@@NatalieBennett I sent you an email but haven’t heard back. Just making sure you got it! 😊

[@mmccann24]

I love your mom’s quote “You can have it all just not at the same time.”

[@obiwanchic]

You and your mom should do a podcast!

[@katiedillard8218]

YESSSS

[@ashleyzinmotherhood]

this would be amazing!

[@SarahKeetley]

That would be amazing!!!

[@MsK_in_CA]

Yes! Great idea.

[@me3mrsjones]

Agreeeeee!!!

[@lauramccoy2465]

Thank you, Mom, for recognizing the difference in the “couplehood” vs. “parenthood.” That spoke volumes to where we are at. 💗

[@caried154]

Your mom looks and sounds so young, I would never have been able to say she's a gran already. Yet she dresses so well for her age⚘

[@stephaniemonteilh3240]

Natalie, thank you for sharing your mother and her wisdom with us. The two of you are so lovely together, I see where you get it from. To be as young as you are, you're very wise, and there is such a peace about you and your home. God bless you both

[@nituhamid6328]

I love what your mom said: I can have it all but not all at the same time! Life changing😊

[@tanyadelainey3310]

Your mom is so sweet. I definitely see alot of her in you. I love the relationship you have with her

[@LorreneRomanic]

When my boys were in Kindergarten, we just used 3 workbooks from a local discount store for numbers, phonics, and writing letters (total about $6!) We read lots of books and spent lots of time in nature. As they got older, we added A Beka & other curriculum. Eventually I trusted myself to create unit studies which were my favorite!

[@cestlavie3037]

Your mama is such a doll! I just loved watching the two of you interact. It warms my heart 💕.

[@817Yankees]

I love when you do videos with your mom! She is so sweet and genuine, I feel like she's our mom too!

[@Rjpck5000]

I love this simple way to be intentional about spending time with your spouse!

[@DansonforJoy]

I LOVE the tip to have Mommy/Daddy “date” time in the morning! 🥰☕️

[@DansonforJoy]

ALSO, I so appreciate hearing that your mom’s “someday” garden came after homeschooling her children. That’s likely to be how it’ll go for me, too. 🌿🤍

[@DezRaii17]

Natalie is always so calm and now I see why! So soothing and lovely 💝 "You don't have to own it to appreciate it." #FavoriteQuote #TheJonesAreBroke

[@DearDebt]

Your mom is so beautiful and radiant!! ❤️🌻

[@Dranma51]

I love this! You are so blessed to still have your mom for these conversations! Treasure your time with her! 💕

[@capricebachor7632]

This is a blessing 💛 reminds me of myself and my mama- she also homeschooled us all the way through and now I am homeschooling my 4 too! Praise the Lord!

[@micheledryden1057]

I love seeing your wonderful relationship with your mom. I'm close to my darling daughter, too. Looking forward to seeing the next episode. Smiles...

[@maryc.1320]

Treasure the precious time you have with your mom. My mother passed away a week ago. I miss her so.

[@NatalieBennett]

I am SO sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you! ♥️♥️♥️

[@maryc.1320]

@@NatalieBennett thank you for your prayers. Today we celebrate her life on earth and her eternal life in heaven.

[@windyacresfarm1122]

Seeing you and your mom's relationship is so wonderful. I have an amazing relationship with mother as well and it's so wonderful to see a wholesome christ-centered relationship ❤ we need more of these. My girls even asked to "make movies with me" ha. They love listening to me giggle and watch your movies

[@Growth234]

"Cause the Jones are broke" 😂

[@mswilson8888]

Dave Ramsey says this.

[@crystalbsemanko]

So excited for this video. Wendy is such a great example of a Proverbs 31 Woman! I hope to be like her as I continue to age. Love following her on IG. We have chickens and homestead as well. 💗

[@lindalorton4334]

Wow! Your Mom is beautiful! So are you! You both could pass for sisters! So enjoyed the Q and A. Your Mom needs to join you more often!!!

[@nka30]

How beautiful and kind your mom is! Her makeup is gorgeous too. She’s so inspiring.

[@melissalee1709]

You are both such an inspiration and have such a great relationship. I teach Abeka at a private school and was also thankful to be raised in a large family of 6 kids with wonderful parents.

[@bridavis7345]

"You don't have to own it to appreciate it" love that ♡

[@andreahenning8076]

I paused/rewound several of your throwback clips to study the kids’ faces and I can totally see where this generation gets their looks! 😮

[@esmicu]

@foxandwildflower Thank you two. It's amazing to see how far you've grown this channel Natalie - I've been following since you had around 45k followers! I'm raising my two year old with help from your videos and your channel has really helped strengthen my routines and become a better mom. It's so nice to finally able to "meet" your mom! ❤️

[@pauoel]

CAN this be more heartwarming (insert Chandler's voice) I love this woman! Def going to follow her.

[@cheriwhitley8385]

Omg your mom looks like your sister and twin!!what a blessed childhood u had growing up and such a beautiful family..they were great role models and u r following their example which is such a complement to your parents..I can’t wait to check out her channel too..I wish more young couples had the wisdom and values u have and would be raise their kids with values and strength as u are..

[@christineo8510]

I ♥ the bond you have with your mom! Looking forward to part 2!

[@AlwaysAnna77]

So much good advice 💙💙 I love the part about the garden because I always feel like I would ruin a garden but also would love to have one. Now I know that I'm not the only one who feels like a big garden can be overwhelming in this season of life

[@monix3]

My mom and grandma always took such a great care of their garden even while having small children and they still do. I don't know how they do it but they do it amazing. 😃 We have homemade tomatoes, carrots lettucce, radish, onions, red peppers, cauliflower, peas, cucumbers,... I haven't started YET :)

[@chaoshome34]

I hope my kids remember me like how your mom remembers her summers with your grandma... we played out side and mom was in the garden... it is always like that with my kiddos!! they helped pull weeds and transplant tomatoes we started from seeds today... and they helped plant those seeds as well... I count it as our summer homeschool lessons and physical activities!

[@takeupyourcrown6407]

Thank you both for sharing the insight and wisdom you both have! Two pieces that honestly brought so much peace to my heart. 1. Saturday morning coffee with the husband while the kids play in their room because we want to connect but date nights are expensive and can be difficult to coordinate. So if that’s what dates look like in this season of littles (we have a 4y/o, 1 y/o, and I’m due in August!) that gives me hope for connecting with my best friend more often❤️ 2. You can have it all just not at the same time. I dream of having a garden and chickens and living somewhere with more land but it’s okay if that’s something that happens later in life while other things have to take priority. ☺️

[@sarahguernsey4590]

Abeka is awesome! My sister and I were homeschooled all the way from kindergarten through high school and that’s all we used!!

[@whitneyblair631]

You're mom is such a sweetheart, I'm excited for this video.

[@ticiagorney8708]

Love this! It's obvious you guys are close. What a blessing to live close!

[@ericao-c6837]

Your mom is so graceful! Love her garden

[@Joybug_51]

Great conversations! You and Wendy are modeling so much about mother/daughter relationships.

[@lilianadejesus5321]

Can't wait for Part 2!!!💕 it's great to get to know your mom! My parents are gardeners as well and we love our home grown veggies and fruits! Nothing compares in taste!

[@missgreece91]

Wow you look exactly like your mom! I love your family ❤️

[@nancywidows463]

Okay, your mom is absolutely beautiful and joyous! I love how supportive, nonjudgemental and open-minded she is. Now I see where you get your physical beauty, but also beauty of mind, spirit and soul. Thanks for sharing. 🥰

[@Ergmermerg]

Concerning homeschooling, I started off with a great secular curriculum called Blossom and Root. It's super affordable and nature/literature focused so I can't recommend it enough.

[@findingaway5512]

I love the relationship you have with your mom. I am best buds with my mom. Mom's are the best. Yours is great!

[@JessicaMainous]

Ok that last question was super helpful for this first-time gardener 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@bluebutterfly288]

My husband and I have always taken sat mornings to ourselves. My oldest gets the younger kids brrakfssr snd then they can watch cartoons. They know to leave us alone until we are done with our time. Its amazing for both of us to know we have a time for each other each week that is worked into yhe schedule. If we just waited for it to happen it never would.

[@emilialeilani8781]

I may be 15 but this video was so inspiring and I can totally see myself coming back to it in years to come 💕😊

[@findingaway5512]

Mom's wisdom is great! My mom is a big gardener.

[@ashleyheldibridle2078]

I adore the relationship you have with your mother! I am learning this kind of love from the woman who adopted me and this video reminded me of how lucky I am to have her.

[@laurabarrientos5013]

You’re mom is the cutest! And also so gorgeous.

[@dianekreuzer3854]

Your relationship with your mom is so sweet! Love her garden!

[@ThisMamasHouse]

I’ve been following Mama Wendy for years on Instagram and have always enjoyed her content just as much as yours Natalie

[@catherinemcgill3004]

I don’t have time or space for a garden but I have a great, established herb garden and I love it! All but Basil and Rosemary make it through the Canadian winter. It requires very little maintenance and the herbs make me feel rich when I’m cooking!

[@grantvanravensway1215]

Natalie, we need more of your momma! 💜 -Madison

[@reginafletcher633]

Trying to watch this while working and it’s not working…I’m gonna end up in trouble but this is probably my favorite video that you have ever done. Your mom is beautiful and has an awesome personality! I see where you get it from! ❤️

[@donna_dc]

Finally! I've been waiting for this. 😍 I love your mom's insight on couplehood and parenthood, it's just great! 😊

[@KG-zn5mq]

Absolutely adored this video 💕 your mom is so sweet! I was raised in a single parent home and now have 4 kids of my own and I am always needing tips and advice. I look forward to all of your videos and especially enjoyed this one! Looking forward to part 2!

[@KGmusicministry]

We had barely a patio when we first got married. I had one tomato plant, and it was lovely.

[@viviangautier2160]

Oh my God She is so beautiful and she looks so young. God bless her. 😊 8 grandkids? She have to do a channel to tell us all the beauty and longevity secrets. 🤗

[@cherylpresleigh6403]

I used Abeka curriculum with my children too. Eventually we moved into a wonderful co-op but I really enjoyed the Abeka curriculum for the early years. I enjoyed your mom being included.

[@asianangel5400]

So nice to have met your mom through your channel. Its so nice to see a mother and daughter have such friendship. Its neat how your mother wanted to be meteorologist. I wanted to do that as well. I never did that I got married, homescholed my 2 kids and stayed home. My children are 20 and 16. A new chapter is about to begin in my life and I'm so excited to see what God has for our future.

[@bridiewright1519]

Cherish her, i lost mum April and I'm so lonely, lovely relationship u have, never take it for granted xx

[@amotherslittleway]

Natalie Bennet love your channel so beautiful and your mom too!!! I love your moms story such an inspiration. I’m discerning homeschool and you guys are a truly inspiring ♥️🥰 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@rebeccalitardo6250]

This is so sweet . Love how you too interact. ❤ Beautiful relationship ❤

[@blasb10]

Your mom is so sweet! 😍 It’s so cool and important to pass on values to the next generation, but as the daughter, to feel you still have the freedom to do things your own way. Thanks for sharing this video with us!

[@w1f2h3]

Loved this chat with your momma. She is so lovely, just like you. Part 2 please :)

[@YennyCMorales]

Awww I love your mom 💖💖💖 your mom is such a sweet and wise woman. May God bless you guys 🙏

[@yobobow3357]

I love your mom, and it’s wonderful how close you two are 💕

[@niangel1309]

@ines_miselem It's so cute to see where you got many of your face expressions and mannerisms from! Evidence of the close relationship you two obviously have ❤️. Can't wait for part two!

[@patrovasalvatore]

I loved this video with your beautiful mom! I am a first time gardener this year so the gardening tips were helpful! 🌻

[@rebekahkerr1723]

Oh those sweet clips of your mama in the beginning warmed my heart 💜 this is a lovely video!!

[@rohitwagh8631]

I'm so happy to see the amount of subscribers you're having cause I started following you when you had some 35k subscribers and now it's over 279k , WOW 🙏👌✌✌❤

[@willswifey2006]

@mrsatrockhouse My parents homeschooled us starting in the 80's. Now I'm on my 7th year of homeschool with my own kids. 🥰 We have so many friends and a full life with more social opportunities than I can keep up with. 😉

[@abideintheword.]

I loved watching this with your mom. Really makes me miss my mom. She lives about 9 hours away. You both are blessings ❤️❤️ The Bible says we are to teach other women how to love their husbands and their children. You all rocked at this. Please do this again

[@erinp9530]

I can't wait for part 2!! I love the tips on home schooling! Do you have a video or just advice on doing both - sending them to school and doing some home schooling?? Thanks!!

[@amotherslittleway]

I love the little recordings 🥰🥰🥺🙏🏻 in between

[@zm_8474]

Can I just say how BEAUTIFUL your momma is! ❤

[@NicolePalmervlogs]

I had my planner out and listened to you guys in the background and was so relaxed. I would love to have this be a regular series on your channel!

[@TS-sh8xo]

I watch mi gardener too!!! He is awesome. Epic gardening is also my go to.

[@gardengirl4409]

Roots and refuge is my favorite ❤🌹

[@janetrhein3697]

Such a small world - Natalie, I found you through Clutter-Free January with Minimal Mom. Enjoy your videos so much : ). Love having morning coffee with my "Minimal Mom Friends" - so supportive and encouraging on that journey. So, you have your own mom as a guest,, where you are from Wahington State, and she mentions Luke from MIgardener. Luke grew up in our home town in Michigan and was a classmate of my son's. : D. It just added a chuckle to my morning! Enjoy your day!

[@lROct]

@LollyOcean and your mother is lovely. I’m so lucky to live close and remain close to my mother.

[@please.excuse.my.nonsense]

(First of all, I always look forward to starting my day with your channel, and this video with your mom was such a special treat.

[@jennys.945]

This was lovely, thank you so much for sharing this example of motherhood and friendship.

[@maryellendoughty7648]

It is so great how close you all are. I hope to have that relationship with my girls as they grow up. I love how your mom stresses that everything has its season. That is hard to realize for some moms. I have certainly been there and am still learning what is actually feasible many days.

[@griselleisara3799]

She’s so pretty and young. Looks like your sister. ❤️

[@j.schwartz82]

You look just like your mom… And you are both so beautiful!

[@jennylhenry78]

I'm subscribed! Not on Instagram (and am not planning on it). Sad to miss our on the giveaway this time. Absolutely loved your mom's quote of "you can have it all, just not all at the same time." She seems like a wonderful lady. So glad you two can be friends as you're now grown. Missing that from my life since my mom passed away almost 20 years ago, when I was 24.

[@jmljasmine]

I'm gradually building a garden for cost saving. Food is getting so expensive here. So every year we add a bit more. Still small but everything helps with grocery cost.

[@lizclearman]

Good LORT how is she old enough to be your mom?!? She looks like your older sister at most! Y'all are adorable. I have a 13 year old daughter and we're super close, and we're both very close to MY mom, so I love seeing this kind of relationship.

[@summerdaisy5400]

Wow! Your mother is gorgeous! She looks like your sister!

[@hannahhasan2752]

Love this! I hope to have a relationship like this with my future children someday. Looking forward to part 2!

[@tanagaso]

You're both amazing! 😊 Thank you for 🎉inspiration ❤

[@pamelaking4414]

Twins mom and daughter love it

[@monaskelly3159]

Its nice to meet your mom. Amazing live chat with her too

[@MrsKellyintheMiddle]

@kkelly813 and I just discovered your channel back in February and I think I've seen all of your videos now because I began binge watching your minimalist series as I was decluttering. Love you and your mom!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

So nice meeting your lovely mom 💖💝❤️

[@missi9802]

Great video with your sweet Mom!

[@simplyprogress5761]

@porrasinprogress I love your motherhood series and seeing your mom today was just so wonderful. I love the joy you two bring.