Life has CHANGED on the Homestead (in a BIG way)

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We want to share our passion for efficient, sustainable homesteading that brings the family together. On our homestead we do chemical-free gardening, grass-fed milk and beef, pastured eggs and broiler chickens, and free range children :) We love to go on adventures as a family, so if we're not workin on the farm, we're probably hiking or out getting ice cream. We're all into DIY, and being inventive and creative. We believe in homesteading that's sustainable, not just sustainable homesteading. In other words, we want to show you that homesteading doesn't have to wear you out to the point that you give it up. We've seen it happen, and almost came to that point ourselves. So go ahead and take a whack at that subscribe button if you'd like to join us on this crazy ride. Get ready to learn and be inspired!

[@iylalacoste3463]

When I saw the title I had a feeling Cody was able to come home permanently. That is so incredibly exciting!! What a beautiful blessing to your children to have both parents present each and every day with them. That’s the dream!

[@Playitagaindian]

And the kids will be learning practical (important) life skills!

[@dustinmackbee5213]

True education! We were never meant to be cooped up in a classroom 8hrs, 10months out of the year.

[@kaylaandrews240]

Now we need a “what we eat in a week” dinner edition video! Those all sounded great!

[@morethanfarmers]

I like the idea, thanks!

[@shake_shells11]

That’s how kids should be raised

[@playcolumbus2413]

We start homeschooling July 1st and just do 2 days a week until the end of the harvest season. Then we move to 4 days a week. We've never struggled to meet our 180 day requirement! Homeschool is infinitely more efficient.

[@andielliott7721]

You are SO right...there is SO much "dead time" in school...it's often just a free baby sitting service in too many cases.

[@tealkerberus748]

The primary purpose of school is to make parents available for paid work outside the home. It's not about the kids at all. You can tell this when governments get a 'disadvantaged area' where kids aren't getting a good start in life, and the solution is always more daycare, never teaching or enabling parents to parent.

[@CC-Rider]

Just a quick note to say Thank you. You allow everyone into your home and allow us to "hang" with you guys through out your days and weeks. Perspectives change when you actually get to observe things while they are happening. Congratulations on the lifestyle, the big change, and the channel success and future! We love you guys!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much. Really glad you’re here 😊

[@pamvancleave6722]

You guys get more done in one morning than I do in a week but im inspired. I am learning even in my 6th decade of life.

[@An__-]

I'm a teacher of young children in a public education setting. I can tell you without a doubt the transitions take up a large part of our day. Transitioning 20 or more children takes time and that is every single transition not just changing rooms. Also assisting 20 children takes time so if I were helping 4 or 5 children chop out sounds to write a sentence it would be much much quicker then doing the same with four or five times the number of children. I absolutely believe that an hour and a half a day of almost 1 to 1 teaching and support is going to meet the mark as long as the skill of the educator is fairly solid.

[@christysantos3852]

So happy for you both. Teamwork is everything and working a homestead is more than a full time job!

[@morethanfarmers]

Yes! Thank you!

[@daniellevilloria227]

Refreshing to hear you don’t actually LOVE being in the kitchen. I love feeding my family, but certainly the kitchen part isn’t my favorite. Some homesteaders make it look like spending hours in that kitchen is the best part of their day. We all have our cup of tea.

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome to the tribe 😉

[@katmoineau7554]

Same for me, my husband and I are trying to produce more of our own food (though I wouldn't call it homesteading yet) and the most annoying part is the cooking. Especially the peeling and cutting of vegetables, it always takes me forever... I try to delegate the potatoes to my husband but I have to be careful not to overdo it, as he already has to cut the wood for heating! :D We don't have kids, but both of us work full time, so it's quite interesting to have some tips how to make this work besides a full time job and keeping some down time for us. That's something I really need. BTW we're in the south of France. Winters are quite mild compared to yours! :)

[@gigiartstudiowithartistvir3919]

My sister and I are just beginning our homesteading journey. Grateful for your channel and others who are educating the public. I'm of the opinion that everyone needs to grow food if they can. It's so nice to be able to share with neighbors and trade.

[@morethanfarmers]

That’s great! Good luck!

[@spoolsandbobbins]

You guys amaze me!! Keep it up. We have 5 that we allow to learn freely on our homestead. We don’t even use the word “school”. There are so many ways and things to learn. Kids THRIVE. They may never learn all the things school kids learn but they are so enriched. My 17 year old does almost all the cooking/baking. Her twin manages all our animals and helps me out in the gardens. their 3 younger siblings help with everything else. Life IS learning. We love it.

[@morethanfarmers]

Love it!!

[@ArchitectEffect]

if your ever feeling bad about not home schooling on monday. my daughter only goes to school 4 days a week and makes straight A's so your doing great and keep up the great work.

[@Zizzyyzz]

The "Grab" counter. Lol.

[@beckyjoelle4929]

I love that you include your personal mental and physical health before caring for the kids - it’s sooimportant

[@jennhanna8126]

whats going on in the spring garden?, i got my radishes cilantroand spring onions in the green house all popping! woo hoo, it's here.

[@SeedsofLoveliness]

That is absolutely fantastic that Cody is able to stay home with the family! And I couldn't agree more about resting in the winter. We work hard so that when winter does arrive, we can focus on rest. Doesn't mean that we are lazy by any means. I am about to begin making a wool mattress for my oldest. We raise sheep, so I have been collecting wool diligently in hopes we will all have wool mattresses in the future. 😍 Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We had a lovely holiday, full of feasting on homemade, homegrown goodness and ending the day with reading aloud by the fire, while my husband and the children whittled and carved. ❤️

[@morethanfarmers]

Love the wool mattress project 😊

[@bloomandwiltgardens]

Hello from northeast Ohio!! Nice to see another Ohio family working the homestead ❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome!!

[@bull.dog.]

I have learned what the immune system is and how it works in 2019 (right after COVID was announced). Since then I was never sick, not even once, because I give my immune system what it needs to keep me healthy: Vitamin D (most essential nutrient for your body) crom canned cod liver which I eat the way it is Vitamin C - either sauerkraut or bell peppers, which have the most vitamin C Zinc - sometimes I take pilled zinc, but mostly food. My friend who listened to me and feeds his 7yo son, who was always sick (kindergarten and other stuff), now his son doesn't get sick, so does my friend!

[@purplexninjamom]

Congratulations to Cody, to all of you! Enjoy 💖

[@vwdiesel101]

congratulations on your KZbin success, you guys are inspirational. well done

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks so much!

[@LoriSkees]

I just love your channel. I will never become a full on homesteader, mainly because I’m 60, and live in a development (in the country though). But my husband and I have a nice raised bed garden, and I’m dedicated to learning how to make my own ferments, sour dough, bone broth and preserving our garden produce. We are in NW Ohio. I love finding fellow Buckeyes who are living interesting lives! I hope to teach my grown kids and eventually my grandson the ways to live simply and intentionally. Thanks for the inspiration! (And go Bucks!)

[@morethanfarmers]

Yeah! It’s cool that you’re doing all that stuff. Keep it up!

[@brywalker7199]

Congrats! Praying for you guys and the schedule, adjustments and all that comes with this new step. May God bless this and bring fruit from your faithfulness. Your content has been such an inspiration and help as our little family sets out on a similar route.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much!

[@southwestlivingwithval]

I think it is really neat that you guys are doing your youtube full-time. It is nice to be at home and not out in the rat race of the world. It is so peaceful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Hugs and blessings to you always

[@nancyseery2213]

Great to hear that you have both found a way to spend all of you time on the homestead. Thanksgiving is gone and I'm looking forward to Christmas. We will be traveling back to Nebraska for our grand daughter's college graduation. Lots to celebrate for us so I wanted to take this time to wish y'all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. God bless y'all and keep growing!

[@morethanfarmers]

Merry Christmas to you too! 😊

[@benburns5995]

Hi Codi, congratulations on meeting your goal of quitting your job and working on the homestead full time. Michelle is so incredibly organized with her Monday meal prep so that was interesting to learn from. Your kids are really blessed with being home schooled and having both of you at home to teach and take care of them. Exciting days ahead to Mattie's new calf and all that goes with it. Best wishes to your family as you grow your channel and homestead. Looking forward to your future videos to see how everything develops.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much, Ben! Thanks for sticking with us for so long.. It’s great to see you in the comments every time 😊

[@glendabenard3772]

It's nice to grocery shop in your own home. Y'all do great.

[@alph8654]

Thanks for another day on the homestead.

[@nerissametcalf6888]

What do the kids do to entertain themselves on your Monday reset? What does their day look like? I’d love to see a day in the life of homeschooling/ homestead kids.

[@morethanfarmers]

We encourage them to use their imaginations! They work on projects or crafts, play legos, etc.

[@charitysmith108]

Congrats Cody!! This is so exciting for you guys! I can’t wait to see more content now that you’ll have more time! So happy for y’all! 🙌🏻

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you 😊

[@christinewyzer3121]

Congrats Cody and Michelle. Please post the recipe for the infusion tonic.

[@morethanfarmers]

It’s not something we make. We get it from Moringa Vinga. There’s a link for it in the description.

[@michellestone1261]

I like the chickens! They look so soft n fluffy.❤

[@kylelee5532]

Very hardworking family

[@SC-fk9nc]

Wonderful lifestyle for a lovely family! Thanks for sharing.

[@user-bj4fq8in4v]

i love your cellar storage, simple and effective.

[@a.p.5429]

I have found my people! 😂 Not a fan of cooking either. I do it but it takes so much TIME. I'm older and when I'm alone I just eat whatever. Summer is great. I eat while I garden, from the garden. I do the cook extra like you do. Love this channel even more. 🤗

[@morethanfarmers]

😁 Welcome here!

[@scottcanshowyou]

Congrats on the freedom!

[@lizabouchard5706]

Congrats 🎉 what a sense of freedom that must bring.

[@champagnemommy]

Congratulations on your life changes 😊

[@chrismiller4544]

Hi guys its summer here in Australia I just came across your channel and am enjoying your posts immensely I went online to Amazon and ordered the liquid smoke, congratulations on all the amazing things you do for your home and family.

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tealkerberus748]

Making a homestead less work is also crucial as you get older. The energy you invest in building better systems while you're young and abled really pays off about the time you realise you need your cow to come to you because you going to her is further than you're able to walk now.

[@morethanfarmers]

That's the idea!

[@sozod2000]

If you are willing, would share the books that you are reading… Some that really helped you this past year and some that is on your shelf to read for this next year? I love reading all sorts… Practical, self-help, inspirational, entertaining novels, the list goes on! I ❤ 📚

[@morethanfarmers]

We’re gonna recommend some books in one of our next videos!

[@wholenewperspective]

Congratulations. It is tough working full time jobs outside the home and KZbin and home chores l. Your channel was recommended and I’m glad it was. I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@heatherblondin2671]

Just found your channel 💚 and followed y’all. Absolutely love your content. Thanks for sharing!

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here!

[@michelineheise5959]

Exciting times, full time at home and full time youtubers A time of rest for the winter and a new baby calf on the way, animals still need tending too. Well done family. I just love your channel. I wish you all the best❤❤❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Yeah! Thanks!

[@1MzSyd1]

Congrats!!!! Im happy for tou guys!!! Working multiple jobs is just not good and not sustainable. Love seeing others blessed!! ❤❤

[@omnipotentopp]

I'm in the middle of Maine. I keep my (scrunchie) hose in a muck bucket inside and take it outside every 3 days to water my horses. Heated troughs and buckets are must here.

[@stephanieannbagley]

Congrats on replacing your job! So exciting🎉

[@skim9251]

So thrilled that your homeschooling routine is working. To others who might not know, please be aware that each state writes its own homeschooling laws. Make sure you follow the laws set forth by your own state. If I followed their routine, I'd be breaking all kinds of laws. Do your own diligence!

[@rosasalas1437]

Love that your home , and this business 😊 Graduation well done 😊 .

[@joanreid2804]

Your videos are so enlightening! Thank you for all you share.

[@Mwakatheewifeprenuer]

In a nutshell, you are living my dream life. I can't wait. 🎉❤

[@Teshuva_Tony]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Congrats on being home full time! Tremendous accomplishment! I think a lot of families are striving for the same and it’s reflected on how many views this video has. That’s my families goal. Again, thanks for sharing.

[@morethanfarmers]

Yes! Thank you!

[@khome707]

Congrats, very exciting for you all!

[@tamrasnooklcswcounseling9697]

Love your channel... Have learned good information from you guys... Pray for continued blessings for you and much prosperity... God bless...

[@daivakatinaite73]

Love you, guys! Keep going and best of luck to growing your channel. Greetings from Lithuania.

[@mrs.broccoli4362]

❤Wow that's good! When I read the announcement, I already thought of such news. Wonderful, I'm so happy for you. You will enjoy it and everything will be easier for your family. If you can concentrate on one thing, everything will be easier and more successful. Congratulate you from the bottom of my heart. Michelle and the children will be very happy. Thanks for sharing, I'm excited to see what happens next for you. The number of subscribers is constantly increasing, I am very happy for you. ❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you very much! We are so glad that you are a part of it 😊

[@maddierosemusic]

Wholesome. Awesome. Thank You!

[@momozone9472]

whatever you did for marketing worked bc i never saw your channel til now! hello :}

[@morethanfarmers]

😁 Howdy!

[@lindakrieger6667]

If you don’t have insurance due to quiting your job, here in NH we have a state insurance for children. It’s not expensive. It’s so important. My son in law is self employed and they didn’t want the kids uninsured. Just an idea. I just had foot surgery to remove a cancerous mole and it cost over $15,000 so I was so thankful for my insurance but I’m still working at a place where insurance is offered.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks!

[@edsetrius]

Homeschool is the future of freedom ❤️ Greetings from Brazil

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here!

[@barbaral3292]

Congratulations !!!! This is awesome for you all !!! God bless you🎁 really enjoy your things here❤

[@der.shadia9322]

I love the idea of homeschooling your kids. That's just what I love the most. I also love the process and the steps you going through. It's all about realistic and continued learning. I was really surprised when you talked about public schools and how the number of pupils may effect the learning-teaching thing. A total of 20 pupil is like the minimum in my country! We deal with a total of 40 or 45 per class in where I live ! And that's just so inconvenient!!!!! Can you please share with me the books and sources u use for homeschooling your kids? Thank you

[@morethanfarmers]

We use Masterbooks. We love it!

[@sweetccnz3338]

Congratulations family!!!!🎉🎉🎉 home together... A couple channels I watch ...probably up Michelle's alley Farmhouse on Boone Home free Alaska Little mountain ranch Three Rivers homestead Just something to look at ...all these ladies homeschool, homestead, scratch cook, and create the most amazing inspiring content .... Ya'll round out my top 5 picks .... Hope they give you guys some inspiration just as you share yours! ❤❤❤ Alohaaaaaa from maui 🎉

[@morethanfarmers]

Yeah we watch some of those! Glad we’re included in your faves 😊

[@vandienalbacite9614]

Love watching your videos. Keep posting.

[@martinlundberg7070]

Totally envious of your life.

[@AlyssaAllDayVlogs]

Awww I'm so happy for you guys!!!!

[@charitree]

Y'all are killing it with the cinematography

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you 😊

[@bintlooda]

Congratulations 😍👏🏼👏🏼 thats huge accomplishment

[@heathermiddleton4958]

Congratulations, Cody and Michelle, on being full time home steaders.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks!

[@TRGNetwork]

Awesome to see you get the opportunity to be on the homestead full time 🙌 keep crushing guys!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks so much!

[@grahamtudnojones1991]

Best wishes for your new lifestyle

[@emstein555]

I love what you say about the fall and winter. I grew up in a small farm town and I feel like it has totally changed how I view the cold months. Its a time to slow down, recharge, and learn new things for the following year. Every year I look forward to my winter reading list and spending more time with family or friends. I'm grateful for winter instead of hating it.

[@GraceGrownFarm]

Love this! It was very encouraging and inspirational!!

[@heatherdonohue9572]

Time stamp 3:42 “oh just taking my cow for a walk” 😊 love it

[@morethanfarmers]

😁😁

[@Cody_Ramer]

Personally i love elderberry kombucha as elderberry is great at keeping away sickness, can't wait till i can make it with elderberries from my own plants that i am going to be planting this spring.

[@morethanfarmers]

That’s great!

[@sandrasherer8779]

Would love the recipe for the morning drink with morning vinga😊

[@morethanfarmers]

Just mix with juice or drink straight!

[@jacquelinegawne5959]

So awesome! I love watching your videos!

[@tiktak4773]

Amazing guys! Congratulations!

[@Peekabooplanning1]

Haven’t even finished the video but had to stop and say CONGRATS CODY! So proud of y’all’s hard work and now it’s paid off 😍

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much 😁 Glad you’re a part of it!!

[@hillarywattenbarger3203]

I’m so happy for you guys!!!

[@bull.dog.]

Your water filter - get a ZeroWater instead. Cheaper, better quality. There is an awesome test and analysis on KZbin by a farmer who tested almost all filters and ZeroWater did the best. All testing is out of pocket, no ads

[@deborahrich1996]

Good for you!! So happy for you

[@emilycenatiempo4917]

Congratulations and thank you!

[@KittyBennett-gy8qi]

I look forward to your videos...Thank U...keep up the good work...❤❤❤

[@AlanaLee-xv2qy]

Congrats Cody on being able to stay home with your family. I see the quality in your videos and that is one of the reasons I like them so much. My husband was able to work from home when our kids were young (I was a SAHM) and it made all the difference. Good luck!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you! That’s really good to hear. Feel free to any tips from your experience 😊

[@LucasPinyan]

Congrats! That’s incredible!

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks!

[@ParkerFaith]

The both of you give a sense of old soul and I love your cooperative, cohesive family with a togetherness goal, it does not just appear as only on camera, it's the rare couple, usually the ones you meet that have been married for 40 and 50+ years and will remain having such a connection, humble, in love, quite unique in their undisturbed bond.

[@heatherm4621]

We do the same thing on Mondays, but I call it "Maker's Day Monday". The kids pick a project that they want to work on (parent approved) and focus on that for the day. At the end of the day, they have to tell the family about it at dinner. I don't know how old yours are (mine are grades 10, 8, 5, 3), but even very littles can do play-doh or something like that. My bunch absolutely LOVE Maker's Day and it has resulted in many home-made boardgames and art projects. My daughters are prolific writers and have produced novels, graphic novels, and animations. My sons are builders and have made giant trebuches & garden projects. In our state, we have to log hours & lesson plans but that's it. I give a full day of school credit for Mondays.

[@morethanfarmers]

I love it! Getting them to tap into their creativity is so important and rewarding.

[@1971_happylifedog]

Really enjoyed the video. I love all the meal ideas!❤️ Having your kids read is wonderful. My mom had us do that and I love reading as a result.

[@laslayytv3700]

Yayyy congrats Cody I’ve been watching for a while so happy for you guys, your growth, and How God is glorified in your lives. Well done🎉❤❤

[@cyndimoss426]

I just made the squash soup you shared. It is delicious! I made some no knead artisan bread and it was perfect for this cool day.

[@morethanfarmers]

Sounds great!

[@altoncheatham7383]

Awesome Video y’all. Western NC

[@nancyseery2213]

Thanks!

[@morethanfarmers]

Wow, thank you so much!!

[@brandynmayo]

Yay!!! Love seeing your family be able to do full time on the homestead!!

[@brandynmayo]

I also love the camera work in this video! The extra shots and things in the meal prep section was fun!

[@hollyu48]

Good for y’all, best wishes for great success

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you!

[@georgiabrasher7636]

Great news! Congratulations!

[@ksherman51]

ok you cant just drop zuppa toscana without giving us the recipe! its my favorite soup from olive garden >

[@morethanfarmers]

She doesn’t use a recipe 😉

[@sharpland]

I'm so glad that we found your channel. We're just north of Cincinnati, and doing everything we can on 1/2 acre. Thanks for showing us what is possible for a family on 5 acres! Very impressive.

[@morethanfarmers]

You’re very welcome!

[@jaaaakert]

0:58 Your little one in the background scared me into thinking my 3 year old was waking up from his nap early! Ha

[@morethanfarmers]

😂

[@Mindy56743]

You know that our Father in Heaven has blessed you and guided you to this! I am so proud that you will be home with your family enjoying them while you are able to work and make a living. God bless

[@Mindy56743]

I found a place locally that carries the brand of groceries you spoke about in a different video. It is a local Amish store and the price for me is much cheaper than azure standard and I am able to go get what I need when I need it at a lower price than azure standard.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate all of your comments and encouragement 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

That’s so cool!