Jess & Jeremiah Sowards on Tattoos, Vulnerability, YouTube Success and Ugly Comments

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[@PrairieDawnC]

Because of Jess, I restarted a relationship with God, stopped fearing tattooed people, and started growing tomatoes in the suburbs. With Justin I learn about livestock and dare to take the next step. Miah and Rebecca are sterling examples of loving partners. Both families are a blessing in my life. Thank you all.

[@julieking4304]

i understand

[@HollerGramma]

Amen! ... they, and we are blessed. 💜

[@junematthews8612]

Pam, I totally get that! Farm girl from a Christian upbringing and I love Jess’ chats. It keeps your heart open.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@trinahume773]

Amen 🙏

[@jkq9717]

And the Lord placed this on your heart to share! Great testimony. Bless you in your walk. ❤️

[@BlackthorneChronicles]

I LOVE that this community embraces the man AND the woman as a team in a relationship, and it's so wholesome and family oriented. I love this so much.

[@BlackthorneChronicles]

@Marilyn Gers This is the same for me and my husband too. I love this life and I wouldn't trade it for anything.

[@june-mariecarrillo1330]

I love Mias fierce love for Jess! "I'll come through the internet". A good man always defends his wife. Keep it up Miah

[@rose77778888]

It only lets me love this once.

[@katesterling6443]

I'm a steady viewer of Roots and Refuge. I am also 73, agnostic, and left of AOC. I watch because their information/teaching is solid and they're whole-hearted and good-spirited. Also, they're upbeat and frequently make me smile/laugh.

[@victorymeadow4073]

Hahaha, you are great. I love that you can see past the differences, we need more people like that!

[@marilynpeppers1356]

Yeah, I love your attitude. Also, I think you are intrigued by truth when you hear it. I also love how authentic these people are. I have kids about their ages. As a parent and grandparent, I am so encouraged by them. Like, as long as there are people like this and raising their children the way they do, there is hope in the world. Best regards!

[@deekilburn2080]

Wow, the discussion on poverty mentality was eye opening. “You have seeds to sow and daily bread, it’s the same bag of wheat.” Thank you

[@megangray7769]

Amen!!

[@abrahambaker5085]

I thought I was finished commenting then I hit that part and was crying. I’m in the transition right now and it’s hard to let go of my poverty heritage.

[@DeTransAllianceCanada]

Somewhere we, as a society, stopped valuing failure. No one has succeeded who has not learned to appreciate the learning value of failure. I truly appreciate how you teach the truth of the learning process.

[@theurbanthirdhomestead]

I believe people may have succeeded without failure, but they've probably compromised their true selves at some point. That's something they'll have to face in their journey, and it'll be a tough hurdle to get past. 😔

[@gaylewatkins4685]

I absolutely love this conversation/pod cast with Jess and Miah. This is the most I've seen Miah talk and I love him even more. ❤❤❤

[@AB-ol5uz]

Go to their yt channel and do a search for Sunday lives....he talks alot on those...very funny.

[@kaylaserra]

I second that!

[@AliciasInTheKitchen]

I cried when Jess talked about reconnecting with her brother, and then laughed when Jeremiah talked about the old rugged cross! What a great episode of the podcast!

[@denisemouledous7352]

I’m a 62 year old widower and will never have a full on homestead. But I’ve gotten so much from all of you. I have an acre of land and have a potager that I’m in love with. Y’all have helped me realize that I can have my version of a homestead- a garden, fruit and berries, herbs for healing, and eventually chickens. More importantly, y’all have helped me to realize the peace I feel getting back to a more natural life.

[@melinda3196]

I'm a 62 year Black woman from the inner city and I absolutely love the Roots n Refuge family. I have learned so much from them n I'm in my 2 yr of gardening. I don't have animals, but I consider their animals as mine!🤣🤣 Yes your audience is diverse ..

[@kristanvw1563]

I love the Sowards family. They feel like friends even though we've never met. I love Jess's devotionals, if I'm having a hard time I like to scroll through that Playlist and pick a random one because I figure that's the one God needs me to hear.

[@shaynamathis-hall5548]

I feel the same way!

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

The key phrase of the day is "there's no textbook to homesteadhomesteading." Thank you guys for this beautiful and raw video

[@trinahume773]

Amen 🙏

[@diannamc367]

Thank you Justin for sharing some of these things with those of us who haven't been able to get Abundance+ I really appreciate these peeks.

[@asimpson9825]

Ditto 🥰

[@dreambuilder5972]

Yes, thank you 👏

[@CourageousJoy]

Yes, thank you!

[@sharonerlenbusch5534]

Ok I’m the seventy year old follower who has gardened my entire life and canned food my entire wedded life. Many people in my community never even had a garden or ever preserved anything. I really felt alone for many years. About 2 years ago I found U-tube, I’m now a bigger gardener and preserver than ever before. What you are doing really makes a huge difference in many peoples lives don’t let the negatives get you down. My time tonight listening to your interview with Justin and Rebecca was just fantastic!! I will listen many times and laugh every time. In the beginning I did see the tattoos but I also saw the art!! All the laughter between you and Miah as well with Justin and Rebecca, tonight’s vlog was absolutely the best. Don’t loose that “ I’m just a farm boy line” from Ben. It will be with you forever. May Gods Bless you and your family!

[@dixsigns1717]

Amen!!🙏💖💯

[@nancyseery2213]

I'm 68 and only really gardening about 10 years ago. I got laid off from my job and was having trouble finding a job> my thought was that at least I could spend my time growing food. Now I love my garden, love canning and even started learning to make cheese. I found KZbin during Covid and looking for a way to can my sweet potatoes. Love watching y'll and still hope to find more acres so I can have animals. You just keep on being YOU!!!

[@patchurch1677]

Sharon! Very well said, thanks. I also love Jessica's laugh and art, and lovely artistic sensibility. It's great to hear Miah talking more too. I'm older too and Jess has inspired me to find a way to grow vegetables again in my shady yard. :-)

[@prairiemeadowhomestead]

Jess please hear me when I say. Your inspirational videos are what I look forward to. I save them in a separate file that I listen to when I'm at my lowest 😔 I also listen to them when I need to feel peace in order to sleep. I was hurt very badly by a couple pastors so I have a lot of depression and anxiety. So listening to you is so amazing your calm sweet voice is so soothing and we line up with our faith exactly. Please don't doubt when the lord puts on your heat to do a faith based video. I'm still waiting for the day I hear you play the piano 😃

[@yourtransformationjourney6503]

I love the openness of Jess and Miah. From an 48 yr old non Christian woman. I was part of that life for a long time, so I do listen to her devotionals and get things from it.

[@junematthews8612]

Totally get you on all points. As a farm girl from a Christian family listening to Jess does reopens doors I thought were closed forever.❤️❤️❤️

[@stellaz2595]

I do love Roots & Refuge! I'm 74 years old, and don't like tattoos, but it takes all kinds to make the world go round! Live and let live.

[@carynmartin6053]

I love all these young families and their farm lives, and I'm up there in years myself. Living vicariously thru them...it's so uplifting and gives me hope for the future generations

[@k.c.8535]

Thank you Justin, nice video. I am retired and living on fixed income so this was a gift.

[@jillc9882]

I love Jess and Miah, this is the best interview I've seen in a long time. They are so genuine and inspiring! This was great!

[@terrymckaig224]

I was laughing so loud I woke up my husband sleeping next to me! I'm honored by your vulnerability...keep visualizing your dreams and thanks for sharing the journey with us!

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

I totally enjoyed this podcast interview with Jess and Miah! The best part, both of them speaking open, and freely in a nonstressed/formal environment. Thanks Justin, and Rebekah!!

[@jenniferpulskamp5592]

I’m Jewish and I *LOVE* Jess’s devotionals. I love her heart for her creator and it’s just so inspiring!

[@heathw5391]

I loved being able to "sit in" on this conversation. Many thanks to all of you for sharing so generously and openly.

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

Love Jess and Miah, thank you for this video of the podcast.

[@bernicehoggsfav]

The beauty of Jess and Miah pours from the screen. They are so gifted expressing themselves. Great interview!

[@samanthajean237]

I will always remember Jess replying to one of my comments. It was early in finding the channel and I wanted to transport cow panels and wasn’t sure how. Honestly it’s likely what reeled me in realizing that there a real people on the other end that genuinely want to help us be the best we can be in out situations. I don’t want to sound creepy but Jess and Miah are my friends and they don’t even know it 😂 I talk about them and use their names and my family and friends know who I’m talking about. I can never express how grateful I am to have found them and learned so much from them.

[@robinelkins6172]

Thank you Justin for sharing this interview. You really did a good job puting this together. Miah hit it on the nail head, I'm now in My 60's. My husband and I have had to transform our lives several times. From running a dairy farm, to raising chickens for Pilgram, to now raising beef cattle to sell to individuals. Jess is a blessing in my life. In November of 2017 my stepdaughter called me to come watch Jess on UTube with her in her garden doing a devotional. She, Paige, told me "mom she will help you grow in the garden when I can't." We watched her everytime she was able. She passed away in May 2018. I continue to watch and learn from her. You and your family are also amazing. The farming that you are doing is the kind of traditional living I grew up with. Thank you for all you and your beautiful family do.

[@belieftransformation]

Beautifully stated. Your daughter was a beautiful soul & loved you to eternity❤️ Big hugs to you.

[@theIAMofME]

What a beautiful story. I'm so sorry for your loss. GBY!!

[@amortada17]

I am muslim living in Southeast Asia. Have no problem with her tattoos. She is very kind

[@candicesmith8543]

I love it all, but I really love Jess' "faith" videos more than all the rest. Agree or not, I love her heart to share it.

[@rodneyferris4089]

I find I’ve made y’all (as you southerners say) my extended family. I always spend time learning and loving the way you share your lives as it’s me and include me. Justin’s responses to my emails are really a sweet touch. You bring us joy and hope.

[@deborahmcsweeney1650]

I have no tattoos except for my chin. Yes for me I was guided by Creator as a Native woman to do it. My kids still laugh that mom got her only tattoo on her chin. Very hard commitment for me. My first time out in public I was terrified at reactions. I pulled up to a drive through and this woman at the window gave me the most beautiful smile and greating. Half her face had been very badly burned. I gave her a beautiful smile back. A Creator moment!

[@ameliakat9982]

That is a beautiful honor to your culture 💜

[@sustainableanne]

You were guided to build a vision board on your arm with the person who knew you from the beginning. The power of prayer. What a significant creation story.

[@WheelinWaylon]

That glass house is why I love watching you guys. The part about miah having his car repoed almost made me cry(there are so many moments like this while watching their videos) bc it is so relatable to me! I am 28 yrs old and I know the feeling and seeing the success and meaningful life they have always gives me so much HOPE. I have been watching for less than a year and have learned so much about gardening but more importantly they have helped me stop and see those meaningful things with my children, husband, animals, or whoever. I have learned to value life so much more than I ever had before. I ❤️ all of you!

[@WhisperingWillowFarm]

I'm dying over here with the "old rugged cross"😂😂😂

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

😂😂😂💀💀💀

[@cynthiacoates8316]

We all are, Jill! This was the funniest ever...🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Loved it!

[@thegoodfight426]

Two of our favorite familes together for over an hour! What a blessing this was! Justin, you have definitely moved into the area of significance if you weren't already there! Thank you for your generosity and for sharing this time with us! I honestly feel like you all are family. I keep you all in my prayers and know that it is a privilege to be a behind-the-scenes advocate for you and your families! Thank you again for sharing your lives with us! Your souls are God's gift to us and I thank Him for you guys! I long for the day when we can all be one big happy family on the other side of eternity without the jealousy, strife, and pain, but until then, I pray that my family and I can have the kind of impact that you all are making in this day and time! “Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.” (John 16:24) I pray for you all joy unspeakable and faith unfeigned!!!💖💖💖

[@paulalusk5586]

This was a great conversation. Because of both of you, I finally planted a garden and a tower garden, in 2020. I have watched you, Justin, grow exponentially in 2020/2021. Thank you for putting yourself 'out there'. x

[@maroosk]

Thank you for expounding on poverty, realistically without afterward making anyone feel detached at the end, i love the videos anyway but this is a great one❤

[@tamiejones8368]

This is such a great video! You all are so fun, I felt like I was there hanging out with my family. ❤❤❤

[@suzannekinsey8831]

Wow, there are soo many awesome things in this podcast! I love the part where Jeremiah mentions the lady who gifted the 1,000.00 dollars. In a way her gift and blessing is still having an impact in a way because now Jeremiah and Jess are able to bless others. It just reminded me how our blessings no matter how big or small can have such a ripple effects. Did I mention how much I have enjoyed viewing this?! Thank you soo much!

[@gardengirl4409]

I've been watching jess and Mia for 3 years. I'm a 35 tattooed future off-grid homesteader. Jess is my favorite teacher 💜 and I enjoy following her journey and I love hearing her devotionals.

[@Rebecca.Robbins]

So great to hear from Miah. I adore them both so much. Miah is usually so quiet. I used to love it when they did live shows on Sunday nights. I feel like we got to know Miah a little bit better back then. I would love it if they brought that back!

[@AB-ol5uz]

Ditto!

[@gattispizzaboy]

I am a 35 year old pagan man that watches both your and roots and refuge channels regularly. Love you all. Blessed Be!

[@carolinablonde88]

33 yr old Pagan woman here and same :) Blessed Be to you as well

[@jamesking1033]

We watch Roots and Refuge Farm, and we are each an atheist, and a Pagan, and we love your channel. As somewhat new homesteaders (5 years), we are often hesitant to join homestead groups because of the anti non christian, anti non conservative attitudes we've encountered. It's so refreshing to feel like you belong to a community like this, despite the undercurrent tone... Also, why defend, or be ashamed of your tattoos? It's your body, and your decision. I hate that certain people use their beliefs to make others feel small, or terrible.

[@yourtransformationjourney6503]

James i agree with you 💯. It wasn't tattoos but I left because my preacher called me out specifically for wearing pants at a singing. I had just gotten off of work and didn't have time to change. Having to be a subject of a Sunday preaching turned me off. Not all churches are like that but a lot are.

[@jamesking1033]

@@yourtransformationjourney6503 That's heartbreaking. Regardless of what it is, when others seek out community, or fellowship, they should be welcomed, and not judged, or chastised for being different, that's what makes us all unique, and interesting. Bringing different experiences, and knowledge to the table enlightens everyone. Living in a bubble prevents experience, learning, and connections.

[@teresamariner4238]

@@yourtransformationjourney6503 God fortunately looks at the inside, our hearts and souls, not the outside. I remember a time when my son wore his best, newest pair of denims to church as he was growing so fast he'd outgrown all his school uniform and dress pants and as a single mother I had to wait until my next payday to afford to buy him new pants. God doesn't care what you wear, what car you drive, etc. He cares who you helped and supported. He cares more about your actions and character than superficial things like what you wear. God bless!!

[@wisconsinhomesteader7482]

I really, really enjoyed this podcast. Thank you so much for putting it together! Both of your channels are such wonderful, positive places for others to come and learn. Thank you, Jess and Jeramiah, for being so willing to be vulnerable in this podcast and share your hearts with us all. You are appreciated!

[@bevstegeman]

Love Jess and Jeremiah with or without tattoos. And by the way I am a 75 year old woman.

[@dixsigns1717]

I agree and I am 69, female.

[@kimoverpeck1065]

Loved this interview… feel like I didn’t really know Miah before, but he’s so endearing and loves Jess so much. And the conversation about tattoo was great. Her sleeve was one of the main reasons I paused my scrolling past religious homesteaders and was willing to watch Jess. Now I’m hooked and have been binge watching her videos.

[@gailwatkins-o9b]

I love how in love Jess and Miah are. I wish I had been able to find that in my life. Sometimes it seems like the smallest things are the most awesome blessings. Thank you so much for sharing this podcast with us. Blessings always, g.

[@barbaragoodman1789]

I’m now going to go back and watch all yours and Jess & Miahs videos. This was very informative, so real and raw, y’all are so awesome, like Jess says “I bless you”, we bless you !🌻💕

[@eternalfarmscanada463]

Jess, I want you to know that I actually starting watching you because of your tattoos. I was so excited to see someone that looked like me and was living this lifestyle without judgements; thank you for living your truth and inspiring others 💗

[@HighPriestessSteph]

37, female, British, vegetarian, spiritual, not religious. And I LOVE the Sowers family. LOVE Jessica’s devotionals. LOVE every thing I’ve learnt through R&R about my garden and growing something lovely. Ben is my dude though. The children are all beautiful but Benjamin melts my heart on the regs. Wilder Still has became a mantra for me. Thanks for this amazing podcast. The energy is so appreciated ❤️

[@erinscro4318]

Love seeing yall being real..yall are the top 2 KZbin channels I watch.. my family is just starting the homesteading journey and love to see the good and the bad..keep it up .. stay real 💯

[@camillacroxdale4976]

Great interview! Good insight for those who don't homestead and those who have never tried to teach.

[@jeshurunfarm]

Jess taught me how to germinate carrots, it only works in our winters this way. Respect from Africa 🇿🇦 And I'm also 48 and love Jesus more than anything.

[@kristinakahn8064]

I just love both of your families!! It's beyond amazing to see you all together 😀!! Henry did a great job too!!

[@dianecharles881]

Absolutely loved this pod cast with Jess and Jeremiah, it’s rare we hear from him and he really touched my heart tonight regarding the person that gave them $1000 to keep them going, my heart was deeply touched by their openness and honesty. I follow them all the time, but this was so much more in-depth, thank you !

[@junemarie1821]

Thanks Justin, Rebecca, Jess and Jeremiah, this was awesome. Joining Abundance +.

[@angelasmith4286]

You all are so inspiring to me and others, you're all gifted loving people who always try to be positive and smile. Miah is never lost for words, or figuring out how to do something clever. The show was great. Thanks Justin..

[@salemthorup9536]

The noises from the baby are the BEST background sounds you could have. So sweet. I love farm noises too, but that baby is so adorable!

[@jamieanderson7981]

This conversation was so encouraging to me! Thank you for sharing the good, the bad, and even the ugly; your vulnerability gives me confirmation that I am going the right direction and I am not alone! Keep up the good work! I pray blessing over all y'all that is pressed down, shaken together, and overflowing!

[@lindalagarce8996]

There is freedom in transparency. I think that is what Jess and Jeremiah were conversing. With this being said, people do realize their own pride and will judge and see their own short comings as Jeremiah had said. But the people who are willing to learn and bond with you and with them as fellow homesteaders or those wanting or considering homesteading. Love y’all, what a great interview! Hugs and love from Texas!

[@cmahesse]

Loved this so much! Thank you Justin & Rebecca and Jess & Miah for sharing your lives and experiences with us 💞

[@offinthedistance1536]

An amazing video and episode. I love the new community we have joined because we were inspired and started the dream. Thank you all.

[@leegaar8625]

The tattoo story and all the significance: the meanings that came later...peacock colors/throne of God, flogging rooster/mascot rooster in S. Carolina...it's like Jess' brother is a tattoo prophet! ❤️

[@rose77778888]

Yes!

[@adriennemassey-hellard9224]

Jess - I don't pay for your services (yet), but your videos and your family have motivated, inspired and enriched my life! Just wanted you to know... xoxo

[@scyllah4931]

Hi R&R fan here lol I'm a 23 year old woman, atheist, and liberal 😅 she's got a wide range of people watching! I love their videos 💕

[@loriwestern9103]

Loved this! Your talking of poverty mindset was so helpful, I struggle with this all the time, but when I practice in my mind abundance, it always works out that we have what we need. Matthew 6:26-34.

[@mmegraham]

I think authority comes from authenticity. Owning your truth. You can't set yourself up as an authority if you lie to people about your reality. It's okay to tell the whole story. We open ourselves up to not only being vulnerable, yet also making deep connections that come from knowing each other's (sometimes painful) truths. It's marvelous when y'all share this way. Thank you.

[@ashleygamber5588]

I was so excited for this video! Two of my favorite KZbin channels together. My husband and I are just starting out with our homestead and we love all of the videos the 4 of you make!

[@OurSmallTownLife]

I absolutely love this! I loved getting to know you more. Just friends sitting and chatting. The old rugged cross made my day. I'm a tattooed preacher's wife. :)

[@disablebutnotunablehomesteader]

That was such a beautiful podcast ❤️ very profound and vulnerable and yet educating God bless you all

[@desibellon3907]

I woke up this morning to a blizzard and couldn't get back to sleep cuz I was worrying about my chickens who I moved outside yesterday. They were just fine. But this was just the BEST way to start my day! Like starting my morning with coffee and friends! Thanks for inspiring me! Your transparency & vulnerability helps me choose to work more toward my goals with each episode. Keep on inspiring us! 😘

[@aa-jb8uh]

Thanks for putting this on here for your KZbin family!!!

[@brittanyash8340]

Wonderful discussion. My hubby and I are still in survival mode. We can't wait to get stable and work towards success. Definitely going to continue going, and riding the waves of inspiration.

[@gailhotaling2960]

79 year old Christian woman that adores your channel. You kept mean sane while my taking care of my companion while in hospic for the last 14 months. God Bless you all

[@hornandhearth2581]

We are long time viewers of you all and Roots and Refuge. We might differ in faith and politics and what not but the way you all live and love and thrive and support so many has been a HUGE inspiration for me and my family and our lil homestead. Thank you

[@bearandwendygriffin1513]

I’m a 46 year old pagan man that loves watching Jess and Miah. They seem like super cool folks that I’ve learned so much from. Many blessings to all y’all and thanks for all y’all do!

[@kelseypounders1246]

I’m a 25 year old follower of Roots & Refuge. Just getting started in my own journey toward homesteading. I watch just about every video they put out. Obviously we’ve never talked in person, but it feels like Jess has become like a mentor to me in many fronts. She offers so much wisdom in motherhood, Christianity, homesteading.. Very thankful to have found their channel.

[@gloriousgardens1257]

Jeremiah, you’re great. Didn’t know you had such a great sense of humor. Still laughing. Jess, Keep doing the devotionals and everything else. I know you’re both always gonna be honest in your delivery. Love y’all

[@kerrylaw100]

BEST VLOG IVE WATCHED OF ALL.. please do a part two with these guys you’re a great set of likeable couples who are great together … Miah is hilarious, Jessica is awesome… I’m so impressed with you all each one of you is smart kind compassionate hard working brave funny and inspirational 👏👏💕💕

[@debbiekolody6802]

Thanks Justin for all your family does for this community. I love the real farm life content. I love that both of these families are vulnerable with teachable moments that most channels don't show. It has helped us prepare for different animal we would like to get on our homestead.

[@carlynsykes6053]

Y'all are so brave for getting out and doing the things you want to do and learning the things you want to learn. Not all that long ago people grew up learning this stuff as children and had parents and family members they could go to for help with this but these days that's just not the case. I've spent so much of my life being too timid to try something new if I didn't have a teacher there in front of me to hold my hand and tell me I'm doing it right and I'm done with that mindset. I'm going out and doing it - moving the country, planning my orchard and on livestock - because of y'all. My family and friends keep congratulating me and tell me how awesome and brave it is but I have to share that with you - all of you for being even braver than me by sharing your stories and your lives and being REAL. Thank you!!

[@LoveoftheDarkFiberArts]

You folks are the definition of Christ love. I appreciate that you are so open and non judgemental and just real honest folks. Love it. Keep up the good work!

[@DaniDaysAhead]

Yall are all significant. Much respect and love. Thank you so much for sharing this Justin. I'm getting abundance + asap but I cant say thank you enough. It took me a few days to watch this on and off but I got through it and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you. Part 2 for sure. 🤗🙏🤓

[@barbaramix1683]

I love this video. I happen to be a conservative Christian woman who just turned 65. I subscribe to both of your channels and I love how vulnerable and real you are. I love you all to death. You are very rare and significant. God Bless you and your families.

[@tammysuedavis646]

So wonderful! All of you thank you ❤️

[@melodypipkin3855]

Love so many things about this interview!!

[@stephanieprokop7222]

Did anyone else see how cute Jesse's dress was? Can you share Jess? Love you all sooo much! Learned sooo much! Bless you and all!

[@karenwelborn2114]

Crazy about this family as people & as teachers - i have learned so much sincei found Roots & Refuge. I'm 71 & thought i had a good gardening knowledge - not so - i learn so much from each visit. Keep up the wonderful work - y'all are a blessing!

[@hollyshields5390]

I LOVE ALL YA'LL!!!! Thank you for being out here for all of us to be inspired!!!

[@marycountry]

I thank you sooo.much for this honest experience, I am certainly past the age of homesteading, but I have hope of having a farm in heaven, if I can maintain my decorum in this crazy world.👍🏻😊👍🏻🙏

[@dreambuilder5972]

Never too old for a tomato plant 👍

[@wendiepietarila1038]

I love listening to you guys, bonus that all four of you are together, talk about you are going to make mistakes. Plus, you show us all the time how to do better next time. One of the many reasons I bought Justin’s book was I know he didn’t write this without years of trial and error. Lee up the good work!!

[@amoore0713]

Grass rich! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@swiftydog1112]

I've been watching Jess & Miah since 2018 when I was 22! I've was vegan for 7 years and now consider myself plant-based. I love watching her garden content but I also learn a lot about the animal side of homesteading. It's not something that I want to do at this time but I think the knowledge of how people do that is important. I also am not religious but I agree with the commenter Jess talked about. I watch all of the devotionals because it moves me so much! One of my favorite KZbin channels and I love how open they both are with sharing everything! ❤ love this podcast with them! Lots of love ❤

[@mrsauk1105]

Two of my favorite families...you both have inspired my husband and I to go after our dreams at 56 and 62, we bought 14 acres and are willing to be students and learn and also be vulnerable. I'm not much for social media so this abundance plus platform has been a Godsend!! I too am thankful Jess that you are a willing vessel to let God speak to so many...keep the devotionals coming along with everything else! Both of these families have AMAZING children who are getting the best opportunities I wish I would've had growing up! Thank you all, truly!❤

[@ireneturner2944]

This was one of the best videos. I would love to see more of these . We need more of this in our lives 🙏 Thank you ALL!!!❤

[@cat-wo7ee]

i just paused the video to comment that i´m a 32 year old portuguese lady that found out about jessica and jeremiah´s youtube channel through becky´s acre homestead channel. right away i thought that jess looked cool. i checked the channel and i really liked watching her teaching so much about gardening in an understanding way to people like me who are learning. i´m reading her book in order to start my garden next spring and it´s like i can hear her voice when i am reading it. i´m loving it. through jess i found charles dowding, and also got his book. anyway the reason that got me to write the comment is that i am young, not religious and really enjoy the videos!

[@samanthatalley2367]

Y’all are awesome. Thank y’all for the vulnerability. It’s helps us who are over here just starting farm life, living real life and having real life issues. This is what we need! It’s encouraging just to know that y’all really do struggle at times too! Like it’s real life for y’all too🤣😊 Thank y’all.

[@lularoecortneyniederer8444]

I happily bought your book after watching every garden video you made and didn’t regret it at all. ❤️

[@jenn6838]

Jess, You are AMAZING, inspirational, knowledgeable, joyful, and such a positive force in the gardening/homesteading youtube community! I personally don't watch the devotionals and sometimes I choose to skip a video because I'm not religious, but I keep coming back because of how encouraging you are. Keep doing you and looking at the positive side of life! Miah, keep being the wonderful human you are. The way you make Jess laugh is so incredible. The love that you two share comes through every time you join a video. Thank you both for encouraging me to just get going with my own food forest and getting me over the fear of failure in the garden.

[@sarad2083]

I just want to say I'm 28 tattooed, and non-religious. And I love watching Jess's channel (had to be included in your audience count 😅) Also just want to say I love Miah's attitude.. it's similar to mine 😅