making everything from scratch on our land (meal prep)

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[@JustForFun-zg5nz]

I have been watching you since you were mango island mama and had like 20k subscribers. You’re the only KZbinr I’ve kept up with and actually watch your entire videos wo skipping. You’re an amazing contribution to this planet and I have so much respect for you. I am visiting Maui rn for 2 weeks and was just telling my bf about you and how if I had wanted kids, you are the example of how I would have wanted to live. Thank you for your gentle parenting, kindness to the animals, and deep respect for Mother Nature and our planet. I am glad comments finally opened so I could express my gratitude for you🙏🏼❤️✨

[@EllenFisher]

thanks for all your support over the years wow! and for your kinds words. xo

[@Ctinari]

Same!!!!

[@innocentthing4423]

A tip from a fellow gardener, plant mint separately in a large pot a hit further away from your main garden bed because in my case it grows so easy and everyday there are new spores and it's overtaking the garden completely 🤣

[@agatelicker1095]

Spores?

[@agatelicker1095]

@@annazolotareva2368 Not obvious. But thanks for clarifying. She probably should refer to her new growth as suckers or shoots, rather than sprouts or 'spores'. Unless she's having trouble with seedlings from not dead-heading last year's blooms and those are the pernicious 'everyday sprouts'.

[@innocentthing4423]

Yea spores...sprouts...new growth.. yous know what I mean 😂😂

[@samanthapenaluna-litjens477]

thats what I was thinking.. mint grows and overtakes a garden... definitely a container plant :P

[@brittanyalphin4697]

This happens to us too.

[@AmandaLewis]

Ellen this video was one of my favorites I loved seeing you and Andrew prep for food you make from scratch! I also just wanted to point out when you made the banana bread and told your kids “take however much you want “ just tugged at my heart. That’s something as a kid I never heard , it was always “just a little” , the size of your fist only, no seconds.. which lead me at a very young age to have binge eating disorder and still as an adult struggle with it. So just hearing you say those words to your kids yet was so simple and you probably say that all the time when making meals but I took it as just such a loving place from a Mother 🤍🥺✨

[@Niamh749]

I thought the very same things! ❤️❤️

[@zox6507]

her kids are starving

[@ingridkassis3548]

@@zox6507 no there not

[@katielumpkin1166]

"Click click come here chicken" Scout is the absolute cutest!! The boys are so lucky to have her as a sister😊

[@Amber-jm3cs]

Scout talking about the chickens was the cutest thing I needed to hear 😂🥰

[@jenneh8816]

You are honestly my goal in life! A big, happy family, living on a gorgeous piece of land, homeschooling and Christian. I love slow living, it's so peaceful!

[@Amandahugginkizz]

Hearing Andrew say "just for scout just for my girl" made me cry. I would love to have had a dad like him, my life would be way less fucked up if I had a loving mom or dad.

[@EllenFisher]

thank you for all your ideas about how to help prevent the deer and chickens from getting to our plants! I'm going to run them by Andrew and see what we can do. you guys are the best!!

[@tayfinkle157]

We take hair clippings from cutting our hair and put them around the plants, and that can help with the deer. My grandma has been doing that with her garden for years.

[@stitches318]

Just get a dog and install a doggie door that's what I would do

[@blaireholden2386]

I once had the sweetest elderly woman say that she takes hair from her hairbrush and lays it around the garden to prevent the deer from eating her veggies. Apparently they will think a human is nearby and will avoid, so she says, but she has had success with that for years!

[@empoweredsinglemamaswithsa4329]

@@stitches318 that’s what I was thinking this whole video. Get a dog! No deer, no chickens and so great for kids to have a dog.

[@sydniclayton538]

I can’t believe how much these babies have grown from when I first started watching your videos back when sandy was first born! So crazy! My little boy is a few months younger than koffy.

[@yiomararomero]

Love how ur husband has gotten more and more comfortable and less awkward with being in videos and explaining stuff in so much detail LOLLLL

[@gavrielvansickle3132]

Scouts story telling, so cute. You’re kids are all growing so fast! Such sweethearts! Beautiful family, what a satisfying video!! Hope you have a great week!

[@amandalupica4041]

I could listen to Scout's stories all day long. She is a precious little gem. All of your children have such a beautiful nature. It makes me want kids!! Thank you for your inspiring videos xx

[@lindsaydoyle7488]

Deer do not like garlic and cayane pepper. You can make a spray, and spray it around your garden. You could also plant garlic. Anything that has a strong scent that isn't sweet. Deer have a much higher sense of smell then we do and they like that sweet earthy smells. You can also make a topper for your garden bed. I made one using old window screens. Allows the light and water to come in, but the deer and other creatures can not get in.

[@lauraturner3423]

Am I the only one who wants to come spend a week with Ellen? Lol I'm a great baby sitter ;) Gosh, this food looks so great. I love watching your videos. They inspire me!

[@sandraf8923]

I could listen to Andrew speak all day. Very calming voice!

[@isabellavalencia8026]

What a great idea making veggie broth with all the scraps I never thought of that thank you for such a lovely idea and you are a lovely lady.

[@tatumhamernik]

Andrew has gotten so much more comfortable talking in front of the camera!

[@emeraldchina7365]

We would love to learn a bit more about how Andrew cares for the banana trees. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@dannacadena8811]

Scout and Sandy have such a magical fairy-like spirit

[@omgnoi]

I thought Koufax too!!

[@susisauerkraud8337]

oh its not normal to get mold on top of the Sauerkraut. In germany we make a wight on top, so the brine covers the kale completely. And clean the jar from every little kale piece that is over the brine. 😊

[@sylvie4070]

Dream life. Dream Family. Beautiful kids.

[@simplelifewanted6278]

We live in Italy and grow our own food too! Loved seeing your beautiful banana and pawpaw trees made me think of my home (Australia).

[@Ooo-nw2dn]

Greetings from a gardener from Croatia! Love your family and your lifestyle!

[@lily7065]

I've been watching since before sandy was born and I've always been so inspired by the life you lead. I'm pregnant with my first baby and am so excited to teach them a Healthy lifestyle and and hopefully give them a happy life. You're an inspirational mother and woman. Thankyou for being a positive in my feed :)

[@velvetr1790]

Always peaceful to watch !!! Blessing to you and your family! One beautiful family!

[@erikahespinozah5160]

This was such a wonderful episode. Thank u for sharing your beautiful life with all of us.

[@adrianalais1]

I CANNOT get over how pretty and smart Scout is!

[@greengurltravels6867]

You cuddling your hubby whilst he passionately talks about coconutmeat and stuff is so cute to watch 💗

[@thegypseagirl]

These videos are so wholesome and calming 🤍 your family is so beautiful

[@purplerainbow7848]

I think this is my fav video from you yet! It is soo good. I love how you make use of everything you can and how much your kids are involved:) Do you have any tips on how to get a 15 months old included in the kitchen?!

[@justtania333]

I'm so inspired to become vegan. I've always been on the fence but the amount of diversity and option with meals is endless. I've learnt this through your Chanel:)

[@lizadegrave2589]

I really really loved this video. Seeing more of the meal prep and things you make straight from the garden. And especially seeing more of your land and garden and the harvesting of the fruits and veg. Would love more videos like this!

[@vtinecali]

I know you have been busy with the new Podcast etc, but I'm happy to see an old-style video of home-grown food and DIY sauerkraut.

[@vtinecali]

And on another note, how do you handle stress? Everyone's tolerance for stress/chaos/life is different, but you have a lot on your plate. Do you ever have meltdowns? I do! LOL

[@M2.Romero]

Hi Elle! I am new to your channel & wow! I'm blown away with how your family lives. It is truly beautiful, I need to start incorporating some of these tips to become less wasteful. Sending love!

[@snowbunnym1192]

So inspiring. Such a beautiful family. I've been watching you from the beginning Ellen and I absolutely love your podcast too!

[@evahuber9242]

I Love this video so much!!! Thank you Ellen und your family! You are real inspiration for many of us

[@queenofevil7550]

you have a little Heaven there. I would love to live like this, worry free, in perfect connection with nature. i am so happy for you. hope i will have the oportunity to live this life someday

[@katielumpkin1166]

The views from your backyard you gave us in this video we're amazing.... we need to see more😍

[@HannahMcNeely]

BEAUTIFUL VIDEO ELLE!!!!

[@chiarai.5764]

So sweet Hannah🥰

[@kaity6933]

This is my favorite video you have ever made. So peaceful and inspiring

[@naomimay82]

Your kids are just the cutest!!! They are also very healthy and energetic and happy. This natural lifestyle is truly the best way to raise kids. ❤

[@Anna-yw8yg]

I've been watching you guys for years! Amazing family ❤❤❤

[@amybostic1439]

We got to go to Maui for a full weeks stay almost two years ago, and we had a lot of fun exploring. Such a diverse place, and what a dream to live there and have such perfect climate to grow all those amazing fruits and veggies. I know how much better fresh produce is and I can only imagine how amazing it is to live this way! Thank you for sharing!

[@stephybartholomae6207]

love your garden. but also just seeing how you care for, teach and love your kiddos!

[@tomos8316]

I have been watching your channel since you guys are family of 3. Iove watching grow up your every member your family. Love from Japan💓

[@janeevanz]

In the Philippines we use green papayas for soup called Tinola & eat the ripe papayas like normal, papaya is very versatile & used in various ways it is almost like Chayotes :). The banana blossoms you can make in a vegetable stew & curries as well, everything from the fruits have never ending ways to make delicious meals & krafts. Awesome family just living off the land, wishing there was more opportunities like this everything is so expensive these days. Love your videos❤

[@hannahcook2403]

I’ve been watching for years and you continue to be so inspiring. Much love ♥️

[@TracyHRodriguez]

Your videos are always so inspirational. Thank you for all that you share.

[@user-fg6ei4im9q]

I love your family, your videos makes me so happy too💗

[@liliyasgardenchannel8876]

I thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you so much.

[@sylvie4070]

I am watching this and feeling so healthy already!

[@nicoleheth8463]

its crazy because your kids are the only children i've seen grow up, ive been consistently watching since sandy was born

[@rabbitcreative]

12:04 Kid after my own heart. Ate my first whole mango at age 38 and I realized how disconnected I was from the awesomeness of nature. Then, at age 39, I found dates, and my life was complete. Thank-you for sharing.

[@isabellavalencia8026]

Dates are so delicious!

[@DamionandKristina]

Literal goals😍 I love this so much

[@heatherspack6383]

wow koufax looks so much like Elvis! beautiful family you two have!!

[@Brianna-vr1xu]

Your videos make me miss living in Hawaii so much! I almost forget how humid it is there when I watch hahaha Mahalo, Ellen!

[@hilaallnaturalsoaps9628]

Scout’s speech about the chicken was so touching, For vegan children chickens are pets not food. Great and fun video, Thank you Ellen

[@Aris_7]

Who are Scarlett and Hellen? Lol. I think you mean Scout and Ellen :)

[@hilaallnaturalsoaps9628]

@@Aris_7 mistake in English I will correct. Thanks

[@nataliao.s5213]

Love it!! It is something about doing it yourselves and from your harvest. Today here making our own stuff from our harvest too!! 😘

[@samanthahi4541]

I'm in love with your family and how you live. This is how I will be living very soon when I move to Costa Rica buy land and grow our own foods. I do most of these things now but buy from the markets. I'm so excited 😊

[@lenykusuma1156]

Happy family it's soo great with your kids..

[@Alondra993]

Hard work pays off!!, Y'all should be very proud of yourselves, keep up the Great work!👌😊😘

[@Step-Into-Your-Power]

i dont even know how i bumped into your page but im so glad I found it.

[@alanaemily8970]

I love this longer, slower video format for you!! I can see the Isabel Paige influence😊 I was so excited when I saw it was 25 minutes, it made me want to make a cup of tea and really take the time out of my day to sit and watch intently❤️

[@kimsassen2088]

Loved this video. So inspirational!

[@trin6787]

Loooove this! I felt so calm and happy while watching it. Really a lovely video!!

[@lauren.g.v]

I love your channel so much it makes me so happy😭😭

[@tanasatinska2219]

Can see inspiration from Isabel Paige. Nice video, different than we’ re used to. Continue evolving, lot’ s of love Ellen❤️

[@minebr100]

scout feeding her little brother is just too cute, love watching this family grow, great wholesome and informative content!

[@user-vn6xo2tc9r]

Andrew is so knowledgeable! Great video 🧡

[@zionenlightenmentprotocols9095]

what an awesome family. inspiring!

[@zazzybrooks]

An idea for the deer if it is still a problem - take a knee high nylon and fill with dog hair (you can always get brushed dog hair from a neighbor) and hang the nylons around the garden area. This is supposed to work for rabbits as well. Have watched you and Andrew for years (since Sandy was very young) and love the peace that I feel from watching your videos. You inspire everyone to live the best balanced life possible. Much love to you and your expanding family.

[@TheKeyosha1diva]

Beautiful family and yummy food.

[@mikaylariley7]

Love the vibe/editing style of this video Ellen!!

[@somegilr1979]

How is kofax walking already. Feels like he was born last week. Time flies!

[@llnn0011]

I need more of these videos, soooo great!!!!!

[@velvetr1790]

Scout with her smallest brother is so precious

[@lindamarie3893]

Thanks For Sharing Ellen, I Enjoyed watching the Delicious Natural Food Prep 👍🏽❤️

[@robertapunez9853]

waa loved this video so much! hope you do more of this kind

[@smallfootprint2961]

I love your way of life, your family, and all the great plant foods you make. So much fun to see Andrew as he works, and explains what he's doing.

[@newkindofsenora7824]

Cada vídeo es mejor y mejor que el anterior, no deja de sorprenderme...me encanta

[@jennywestby]

Love this videos when you prep and cooking!!😍😍🙏

[@kwellwell]

you’re literally living my dream life. to raise and homeschool vegan babies with the love of my life in a beautiful place🥺🥺🥺

[@mommaperez]

What a great video. I always feel happy after your videos x

[@nuragharahshir2601]

This Video Made me soooo calm

[@yintotheyang6433]

I’m so trying that hummus recipe!!

[@TheHealerInsideOfYou]

The things you guys are doing are so cool! :)

[@hannahtaylor2739]

Such an inspiring video! im pretty sure my fav ever of yours

[@kmzan]

this is the video I was waiting for for soo long!!! 🤍🤍🤍

[@teslawhincop4658]

Upcountry is the BEST !

[@tracythokchom4990]

Ellen you have got to try banana stem curry . It is really nice . I’m from north east India , we call that " laphu thongba “ here . Traditional we make it with fermented fish but you can leave that out and add other spices . Love from India 🤍

[@vielove216]

make a smoothie with your leftovers from the kitchen and mix it with water and watering your flowers and your plants and the basil and everything! you will see how big and healthy your fruits and plants will become. 🌟 you can use everything, old vegetables and fruits, patata skin and banana skin, just everything 🌟✨🌟 give it back to the plants 🌟thank you for sharing your life with us and be such a great Idol 🌞🌈

[@jasminhuber7573]

Its so inspired 😍 thank you so mich. Best regards Jasmin 🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@littlelana696]

Love the simplicity and silence in this video

[@huongtran-uy8xe]

In Vietnam, we use banana flower to make salad, cut into 4 pieces, soak in salt water with lime to prevent oxigen then boiled for 10 mins, strained and pull into strips, mix with salt, peper, onion, laksa leaf and roasted peanut, it’s delicious!!!

[@superawesomeangel7531]

Very very beautiful video. You have a lovely family such hardwork goes into pulling from your own resources.🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@alexisfeldman6086]

I loved this video! So inspirational

[@stephybartholomae6207]

oh i love sourkraut and making it myself, YUMM!!

[@conniebenka7704]

Thanks for all the great ideas... I love how you live...😊

[@alexandriamitchell2851]

Such a great video please keep making them! So interesting

[@SamanthaLHO]

I'm trying to start a new channel and you're a huge influence Ellen ♥️