Life is Changing for Us... || VLOG 16 || Gardening, GRWM, & House Changes

[@ilik2spit]

I wore a dress outside the house for the first time in YEARS (almost a decade) this week because you finally helped me feel proud of being a woman. I’ve spent years of my life hating my body, hating my inner femininity, and just wishing I was a man. At one point (as a young teen) this discomfort with my femininity was so extreme that I starting wondering if I was trans! each time I had brought up these concerns and self hatred filled thoughts with loved ones I was told “maybe you’re just lesbian”, “maybe you’re just trans”, “maybe you just have body dysmorphia” etc etc! No one told me “it’s normal to be uncomfortable with a changing body during puberty”, no one told me “hey that abusive boyfriend might have ingrained some self hatred into yourself”. I felt so confused and lost. I think back to who I was as a little girl and I was sooo girly, friendly, and I would tell everyone that I just wanted to grow up and be a mommy/wife or school teacher! You are one of the first POSITIVE traditional feminine role models I’ve EVER had in my life. I cannot thank you enough for the positive impact and influence you’ve had on me, my self image, and my direction in life over this last year. Thank you for making me feel accepted as a feminine woman, thank you for talking to women of all ages, thank you for normalizing the life you lead, thank you for showing gratitude, grace, and nurturing qualities in every video. Love you and your content 💕

[@rudyantunes3442]

Such a beautiful message and heart!

[@ilik2spit]

Rudy Antunes thank you 🙏🏻

[@anna.stankovsky]

I love this. 💞

[@euphoricleo]

Same. Had worse gender dysphoria.

[@ilik2spit]

Maura smalls Thank you so much! 💕 What’s crazy is the more feminine I dress the more feminine I find myself being in my actions! And I find myself wanting to dress more feminine when I’m conducting myself in a more ladylike way as well! ☺️ I’ve become more nurturing, more confident, more grateful, more humble, a better listener, I’ve been taking better care of my body, I’m learning to bake, and I’m saving up for an embroidery kit! Embracing my femininity has sparked a new joy in me for life, for growth, and for the people surrounding me 💫 I’ve always been someone who works hard to improve myself and my circumstances but now I feel a joy when I do it! Approaching each day with a feminine attitude has made everything so much easier and more enjoyable 😄

[@ShannonAlexis96]

When you showed your gardening outfit you were giving off major Kim Possible vibes, love it!

[@MrsMidwest]

A true style icon!

[@AngelaFleming102]

Oh. My. That rug is gorgeous. Honestly you are the ONLY KZbind that I feel a common connection with. So many other you tubers who are in the feminine community are very boastful. You are extremely relatable and genuine. Many blessings, my sister.

[@michellecostley7878]

She's extremely beautiful, too.

[@dreamyanon5151]

Angela Fleming yes.

[@ChanelRose]

Can we just talk about how insanely good she is at editing?

[@MrsMidwest]

Chanel Rose This means so much to me because I am actively trying to improve!! 😫❤️ My older VLOGs had lazy editing sometimes and I don’t want to do that to ya’ll! Thank you for the feedback 🥰🥰

[@MusclesandBooks]

@@MrsMidwest I was just thinking that this vlog REALLY shows off the hard work you've put into growing your editing skills!

[@nicolevaniderstine7304]

Gardening tip, break up the bottom roots of the plants. The initial minor damage will make the plants stronger in the long run. :)

[@HaleySanchez22]

Nicole Roosma Yes this is good advice!

[@MrsMidwest]

I wish I knew this! Thank you!

[@sarahriggs1793]

Yes, this tip will prevent your plants being root bound. The result is lovely, though!

[@marlene.vandenhengel]

yes! was looking for this comment :D

[@sunnygem21]

Don't forget to give everything a good water when newly planted. :-)

[@kristinaslovikova8729]

When I decided to start my feminine journey, your video came to me and since then, my view on femininity, homemaking and overall view of myself has changed so much. Just by watching you, you inspired me to nurture myself and my home more. My mom and dad are blown away by by enthusiasm to cook, clean and take care of everything!! :) So, thank you for these vlogs and your choice to share yourself with us. It has helped me in so many ways. THANK YOU and have a blessed day!💕

[@MrsMidwest]

Wow I LOVE imagining your parents celebrating your transformation. So many parents don't celebrate femininity! What a blessing. I am so happy you have felt blessed... all of YOU have blessed me more than you could ever know!

[@abby-xw1yr]

Your channel is such a breath of fresh air with everything going on right now. Love your videos so much!

[@chrishnah]

I love that you bring like a little bit of ceremony and intention to the everyday.

[@MrsMidwest]

That will always be the goal!

[@avaphilson7243]

When I first found your channel, I thought this lifestyle was beautiful, though I couldn’t get over how someone didn’t want to make a difference in the world through a career. I recently have found Christ and reignited my faith in God, so now I completely understand how you can embrace a homemaker lifestyle! I previously based my worth on what I succeed in the world, and now I realize that through faith and the actions in my life that result from it, I can accept that someone might want to serve their husband! Our worth is not in what we achieve or do but within our reasons for living! Thank you for showing your beautiful lifestyle😊

[@jk4351]

Glad you found Christ, I'm still struggling with my faith...I used to have a similar mindset when it comes to having a carrier, but overtime I realized how very few jobs are meaningful, and even if I would manage to get one, my husband and I would rarely get to spend time together, and even then we would both be tired.. I'd rather give up on some things, be frugal etc. than neglect my marriage.Btw it's ridiculous how many haters say she's wasting time, not doing anything productive, and they're all complaining about their jobs all the time...

[@Rebecca-ck3qq]

You live my dream life! I am hoping that I can become a homemaker soon within the next year or two.... These vlogs give me a lot of inspiration as to how I want my life to be too.. thank you for showing women that this kind of life is still possible!

[@MrsMidwest]

That's so lovely to read! Yes it is definitely my dream life situation... 5 years ago I would have never thought I would be living it! So much can change in a short time. Stay hopeful!

[@sarahholbrow9008]

Would you be willing to make a video on making a first home on a tiny budget? I’m getting married soon and we’ll be living on one income while I finish school so any tips would be really appreciated ☺️

[@MrsMidwest]

YES! This is a fabulous idea. I was going to do a money-themed video at the beginning of June, so I will see if I can include some tips on this!

[@sarahholbrow9008]

Mrs Midwest thank you so so much!

[@HaleySmith]

I would LOVE to see a grocery haul from you and what meals and snacks you make in a week, especially for your husbands lunch. It would be so helpful 🤗

[@GemsOfGrace]

Totally agree!

[@ЗдравствуйтеАнна]

Dear Caitlin, I’m so thankful to you and so glad I found your channel almost a year ago! You are such an inspiration. I needed this video (all of them, really) so much! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I wish you all the best, thanks to you I’m changing my life for the better.

[@MrsMidwest]

Thank you for sending me so much encouragement! It means a lot that you took the time to let me know this. I am so happy you've been with me for so long, and to hear that you feel your life is improving! Sending you so much love my friend!

[@teri2657]

I always feel so encouraged as a homemaker when I watch your vlogs! I love our community we have here 🥰

[@luidgi4429]

Teri not a homemaker but it’s so peaceful on this channel 😭😭😭

[@teri2657]

Yes!!!

[@delaneymiller4109]

I love your attitude toward the virus. I feel like a lot of people are all down and focused on the negative during this quarantine. While it is definitely not a good thing that the virus exists and there are plenty of negative consequences due to this time (unemployment, child hunger, etc.), I love how you focus on what is good about this time. Anyways, I love your videos and your elegant, bubbly, and uplifting self.

[@debbieminjarez]

Picking out a signature scent with your mom is a great idea! Hopefully once quarantine ends I could do that with my Mom. Thank you for the great blog!💕 Blessings🙏

[@iWasMadeInTheUsa]

I LOVE the new "Mrs. Midwest" logo in the beginning. It looks so cute! I will always adore your vlogs! Thank you for sharing once again Caitlin!

[@sstaff4173]

CAITLYN! This has got to be one of my favorite video’s of yours. Not only are your vlogs so entertaining but you truly inspire me! 🌸🌾🌷

[@MrsMidwest]

Thank you!!! I spent SO much time working on it, so that means a lot!

[@shb8212]

Your fireplace would look great painted white! Very farmhousey

[@elizabethanne8729]

I love to garden. It is such a peaceful, rewarding and life giving hobby. I do veggies and flowers. I am a bulb fanatic because they come back every year!! Definitely plant some bulbs in fall and you’ll be rewarded every spring thereafter! You did great with that planter. The arrangement was really pleasing.

[@ChopstickMeister]

I live in an apartment right now so I can't do outdoor gardening. But my apartment is filled with houseplants! They bring so much joy and life to my space 💚🌱

[@MrsMidwest]

Wow I have so much respect for houseplant growers! It seems so complicated to me!

[@ChopstickMeister]

@@MrsMidwest thanks!! As far as houseplant care, Planterina, Harli G, and Summer Rayne Oaks have helped me learn so much. They're all here on KZbin and Amanda from Planterina is so funny. She also has a website you can buy plants from. But those are good resources if you want to learn more! Hope that helps!

[@supriyasuresh8811]

Yes... this carpet really sets off the room.. it catches the colours off the little chairs and enhances the couch! Good choice and good price

[@elizabethhart4215]

there are many wonderful gardeners on here who have a very informational channel on gardening. I for one had no idea what i was doing until i started watching actual gardeners do their thing. There is a lot to know but its so much fun! I am starting my first garden this year and the tomato plants have just taken off! They are so beautiful and they smell wonderful!

[@lindabeauchamp4095]

I adore the vlogs, Something about them just brings joy to my heart.Making life much more calm. Thank you

[@gadoliyasharonsirra7115]

The trumpet track on the background while you're going down to the basement was perfect ❤️

[@laylabug39]

I was feeling abit low/off too and watching your videos made me feel so much better and inspired again! Thanks Caitlin

[@Elsabita]

I love your vlogs!!!! I adore your sit down videos, too, but you truly inspire me in your vlogs :)

[@lilcutie5082]

Your rug fits perfectly with your room! Great find :)

[@sarahogden3826]

Mrs. Midwest, might I recommend a great channel for you to learn gardening? MIgardener is one of my favorites. And they are in Michigan too. I have also bought seeds from them and it is so rewarding starting my own garden from seed. Cool vlog. :)

[@MrsMidwest]

Wow that sounds like it would be a PERFECT fit for me! It's tough to know what to plant in such a seasonal area. Thank you so much!

[@evapinkelnig2351]

it’s awsome that you love vloging! cause we all love to watch them so much!!

[@amykimball5953]

I love to garden! This last spring has also been my first year in our first home to play around with a flower garden. I plan on adding garden beds around the house, and maybe even some window boxes. Window boxes are a dream to charm up a home! Growing more of a vegetable and fruit garden is for sure on my list, as well.

[@thymeandtenderness]

Your flower pot arrangement is absolutely gorgeous. Arranging flowers and ornamental plants isn’t my forte, but my veggie garden is my passion!! You should totally start a veggie garden! It can be really easy to start! Also... if you need a rug anywhere else in the house we love our Ruggable rug, they’re machine washable, I’ll deff be getting another one when we eventually have a little one about.

[@charissagordon6135]

Your vlogs are my favorite videos of yours to watch. I enjoy all your videos but your vlogs are definitely my favorite.

[@Haleighh11]

i live in rural michigan as well. hoping laws will relax very very soon!!

[@Brandon-w3o]

Seriously underrated channel !!

[@arfanaz437]

I love how the new rug cozied up the space a lot more. It's beautiful ❤❤

[@rishva7853]

Praying for you 🙏. May the grace of our lord Jesus Christ Always be upon you 😇

[@AnCrisSoto16]

Please just never change 🤗 many people in KZbin change with money 💰 please don’t change , I love but love your channel and your home .

[@letthecreativityout7521]

beautiful music at the gardening part! actually, i love all the variety of music! you are a role model of mine even though I'm about 15 years older than you, lol, - thank you for showing us that sometimes you get into loopy/weird moods too just like the rest of us. Nice to see how you handled a weird mood still with so much grace and productivity!

[@mariedrapalova7365]

I love your vlogs! They are my fav content from you. It’s like an inspiration for me how homemaker’s life can be beautiful.xoxoxo plus you look absolutely fab!

[@harshajha]

I feel positive when I watch you 🌼

[@animeninja4]

You will get better with gardening :) it was the one skill I got from my mom, and you will only get better with it. My husband lets me do the landscaping and I love it because it makes the house look great. Best of luck on your gardening ventures

[@kanishyavillegas5462]

You will be such an amazing mother ❤️ You are empathic and loving 🌷 a very beautiful and sweet soul ☀️ I love being apart of the feminine family! Thank you for all that you do 💕

[@beachgirl468]

You're like an old soul- I'm 56 and it's a breath of fresh air to see a young women be so conservative and "Old-fashioned" if you will! I love it!

[@gabis9065]

I think i can watch you do absolutely nothing and I would still love it . I really look up to you Thank you for sharing your kindness to us all❤

[@rachelbeaty136]

Oh my goodness, I love this style of vlog! You are so inspirational and lovely both inwardly and outwardly. Please make more videos!

[@nnekatreshon]

I’m glad you didn’t edit your humming haha it was So funny! I’ve always how beauty gurus don’t do weird things while on camera🤔😂😂Love how genuine you are😊!

[@ilik2spit]

That rug is GORGEOUS girl !!!

[@MrsMidwest]

Quilla THANK YOU!!

[@lejanlian831]

You are such a role model! I am always looking forward to watching your new videos, they are so inspiring ☀️😊💕

[@MrsMidwest]

Wow thank you Lejan! I am so happy to read this. :)

[@Genie519]

I just adore your dog! She seems so gentle and sweet:)

[@madisonangulo52]

So glad you decided to make VLOGs! They are fun!

[@arabella252]

I NEED to do those zebra cookie squares, they look amazing!! your entire vlog just made me hungry...

[@charnellmorgan]

I'm growing tomatoes! They just starting coming it!

[@MrsMidwest]

That is AMAZING! I feel like this might be the goal for next year... we will start with flowers and plants this year, and do real edible foods next year!

[@guinevererodriguez3807]

Me too! 😊👋🏻

[@rosem7042]

Tomatoes are so worth it! I started mine indoors under a light in February, and just saw the first quarter-sized fruits yesterday when I was watering them.

[@sweetmagnolias1698]

I’m only a minute in, but I wanted to say I am loving the new style you have for your videos!🤍 You are such a lovely soul!💕

[@MrsMidwest]

Sweet Magnolias thank you!! I hope you and your sweet fam are doing well!!!

[@sweetmagnolias1698]

Mrs Midwest Doing well thank you!❤️ I hope you are.🤍

[@tweetybirdfirefly]

We love you Caitlin 🥺 please keep making more vlogs!!!! I love when you talk through them it’s very peaceful while I do my cleaning to listen to you chatting :) makes me feel like I have a friend here!!

[@kaydiangeddes2023]

Your vlogs are truly relaxing.

[@hixen]

Ugh I love this so much. So simple and beautiful. This is why I want in my life, just the simple things. ♥️

[@Jenny-mk8sd]

Omg, as soon as you started humming Con Te Partirò, no joke I was singing it too. My mom loves listening to him. And I grew up listening to it because she would play it whenever I came home from school 😂 I love your videos and I look up to you as a role model in being a housewife. 💖

[@thymeandtenderness]

100% agree about having a large dog before kids.

[@esmeraldarodriguezleon278]

You have inspired me also to put work in my house and to start doing some gardening around my little villa! 😆😊 you are so fabulous and beautiful!

[@alyssamonsma5993]

I have a nice little flower garden in the front yard and am hoping to start a veggie garden in the backyard!

[@amandagaudet1186]

I do a big veggie garden every year, and I just planted everything in it yesterday (still early by Ontario standards!). Starting a new job in the hospital this weekend so I needed to get it in while I could. They’re so therapeutic to take care of, and harvesting the veggies is so rewarding! ❤️💕

[@summersalix]

Vlogs are an great way to show the homemaker lifestyle... Really enjoyed this one!

[@aishaali443]

Your vlogs get better and better! They are truly a joy to watch!

[@Emily94Grace]

Your chuck roast looked so yummy!! I haven’t had one in awhile. And I had no idea those pots were oven safe. 😄 Your flower pot was sooo beautiful! I also love the big bush you put in it! I think all the plants you put in it you can plant in the ground as well and they’ll grow year after year. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Love from IN. 💗💗💗

[@abby-xw1yr]

you should make a video of tidying tips! that would be very helpful for people needing some cleaning inspo.

[@mariatrotter6889]

Beautiful rug. Lovely day for you. Yum the pot roast looks yummy. You are extremely refreshing. I'm loving your U tube channel.

[@lailamichelle3810]

My cousin is graduating from high school this year. I think I will get her a signature perfume as a gift. Thanks for the idea! She’s such a Tom boy, but has recently started to embrace a bit of her feminine side. I’ve been helping her find her best colors, clothing styles, makeup, hair etc. It’s really fun for me!

[@SuzannaCarter]

Watching these vlogs always help me to be more productive! I love how hard of a worker you are, Caitlin! ❤️

[@GenevieveElmer]

Loved the video! Small gardening tip I learned from my parents: break up the root bundles slightly when you transfer the plant from the container you bought it in into the planter. Breaking them out of the strict and constricting shape of the container will make for happier plants in the planter. Not something that makes too huge a difference I think, but something I’ve been taught to do. Loved the way the planters came out though. ^_^

[@Sarah-mc3hw]

I would love to see a video about your dog and how you guys trained her/raised her and what her daily routine is :) My husband and I got a puppy recently so I'm just really interested in what other people do!

[@ciarak8070]

I was so excited to see how you do your makeup to figure out how you do your eyes, then I realized that it's actually your eye shape! Can't imitate that with makeup 😂 You have beautiful features!

[@MrsMidwest]

That is SO kind!! I feel like I always need to wear a top liner or eyeshadow on the top line to look fully finished!

[@sashenkadumerve3017]

Yesssss!!! A new vlog these videos help me, determine what kind of lifestyle and want and there is a good message behind it. 💛❤️💞 You look like a princess. 🎀

[@isabella_flowers_]

One of my fave videos by far! I LOVE seeing what you would call “unprofessional”. It gives a relatable feel to us who are watching. Love your content! 😊

[@camilia3749]

I recommend garden answer , Laura is an amazing gardener, landscaper and overall inspiration to me. She guided me through my new found love for gardening and I ve been blessed by her videos for two years now . Trust me you will definitely get hooked . I am really a fan of her garden tours and project , especially the bulb tour cuz tulips are my faves. And oh bonus point , her lovely little boy Benny is a treat when he makes an appearance . Sending lots of love all the way from Tunisia North Africa

[@jaysee4107]

You are inspiring and fulfilling a need. I feel like you are a Titus 2 teacher in training. I learn a lot from you right now. Thank you!

[@admirbarucija2018]

I’m so excited to watch, your vlogs are phenomenal! I hope you have a wonderful and relaxing day 💕

[@lepotatoes]

You are really such a good role model.

[@rachaeld.4753]

Hey Mrs. Midwest, I love when you incorporate vlogs in with your sit down videos. The number of vlogs balance with the sit down videos and it is a great blend! You are doing amazing!

[@KatNuss]

I have been watching through your vlogs all week while I’ve been working, and I just wanted to say you’re so sweet and lovely! I was raised Roman Catholic, and while I would now consider myself more of an agnostic than anything I really love the way that you portray Christianity as being accepting and loving above all else. Your whole attitude and way of thinking is a breath of fresh air, and I really love your vibe! I would also love to say I ADORE you’re style and overall aesthetic. All of your clothing is amazing, and your hair and the way you do your makeup is absolutely stunning. I’m glad you enjoy making vlogs- because I will definitely continue watching them! 💕

[@mariamdiaa9752]

Your vlogs are absolutely real, beautiful and peaceful! Thank you so much for inspiring us. These nights are the most special nights for us muslims, as our fasting month is coming to an end. I'll be praying for you and all our feminine community to have a blessed and fulfilling life. Much love from Egypt!

[@marlene.vandenhengel]

wow, I love how we can see how much effort you put into these vlogs! Watching them has become one of my favourite "evening-chill-activity". It was so nice to see how often you were humming while filming :) Thank you for your videos Caitlyn!

[@Hiyori97_]

Another amazing vlog! 9:34 - 10:32 I really loved this bit, I tend to beat myself up over perfection, it's nice to have a gentler reminder that it's OK to have imperfect sides of yourself ❤️️ God bless you Sister!

[@caseynicole2820]

Each vlog you make gets even better than the last! I love your slow living lifestyle :)

[@chloeking4208]

This is your most well made video yet! The editing is so good, you can tell you really put a lot of work into this one 💓 And even though your popularity has increased, and your video skills have improved, you’ve managed to keep that cozy, personal, and “amateurish” vibe that I think we all love from you. 🌼🌷🌸🌺

[@laurensmock7016]

Girl this is my favorite video you’ve ever posted😍 I love how real it is!😍

[@lindserzz]

I loved this vlog, especially watching you garden. Your planter turned out beautifully! :) One thing to keep in mind in the future, which will help your plants to settle in and transition to their larger space, is to "rough up" the roots a little. It allows for the roots to spread out instead of stay compact, which makes the plants more resilient. Basically, grab the bottom of the roots and squeeze your fingers through so the roots become loose. I hope that was a good explanation!

[@Fireandfunsocks]

I absolutely love your chatty videos! I often put my phone in the window and watch/listen while I’m cleaning the kitchen. 😊

[@krissymiller2591]

You are such an inspiration Kaitlyn, thank you!

[@batwytch]

Your new rug is gorgeous and adds a beautiful splash of color!!

[@rosegoldthorpfilms]

You’re so positive your videos bring me such happiness :)

[@alwysBprepared]

I love the vlogs. The vlogs make the lessons you teach that much more real and applicable to life. Thank you for sharing with all of us!🤗

[@katehendricks3427]

It's definitely not too late to try some edible plants! You could even fill in the lower levels of a planter box with red kale or some pretty vegetable. Berries are also lovely perennials and delicious!

[@e.s.beards]

Honey you are so positive and uplifting💞🙏 You inspire so many people!! 💖 You really motivate me to keep creating positive health content for my channel! Thanks for everything you share🙏💞❤

[@weronikazuchowicz3515]

Natural, spontanious, authentic-great video😊

[@kristinkramer5859]

I absolutely adore all your vlogs and videos!! My favorite KZbinr ever!:)

[@ninabelle5723]

I love the vibes your vids have recetly! So peaceful, simple living.

[@aleksandra-slon6029]

Amazing, I love your aesthetic and home. It's like an comforting dream I know from childhood 💖

[@paulaiossi9440]

Absolutely love your recipes, you should do it a video of what you cooked during the week it's so inspiring!

[@annenoyer-burdloff629]

Your planter is beautiful!!