Meal Prepping Disaster! (+Small Businesses)

[@toniscaglione7451]

Your beautiful little girls with mama and papa at the door looking at the rain and hail is absolutely precious!! God bless you all!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@tiffanytunoa7240]

My husband fixes appliances and they definitely don’t make them like they used too. My mom has my grandmothers old washer /dryer set and still works great....probably 40yrs old or more.

[@deadiemeyers1661]

A man who cooks, who cleans up the nastiest of messes, and who has a smile that lights up the room! Sarah, you are a blessed lady! (And Solo is a very blessed man as well!)

[@liveyourbestlife143]

I admire your calm. I panic over nothing. You have freezer drama 101 and you are so calm and just planning as you go. Thanks. For the video.

[@aileenspearin]

'I went to get my morning coffee, you may call it diet coke' 😂😂😂 Are you me?! 😆

[@OurTribeofMany]

🤣

[@audreykuczka4081]

8 am and I am also drinking my "morning coffee" LOL

[@marrymartinezv2196]

Mine is regular coke

[@zenrvn4702]

I call mine Monster low carb!!

[@meganh1966]

So happy I’m not the only person whose “coffee” is soda.

[@vanessagherardini2885]

How frustrating to have a new freezer break that fast. I remember the year after my first child was born my in laws bought me a freezer for Christmas. I was so disappointed. Couldn't imagine what they thought I was going to do with it. But now....37 years later I'm so grateful for it. Her freezer that her in laws bought for her lasted 40 years! It was great when my kids were growing up and now during that pandemic has come in extra handy! I hope yours gets fixed and gives you years of service.

[@deborahschaub2925]

Stroganoff, chili, curry. You can cook your ground beef in the IP on the trivet with a cup of water in the bottom FOR 30 MINUTES

[@1whocs486]

Haha I just saw solo when u said back up ... Bless his heart. He didn't ask y or anything lol so sweet Lol

[@sherrytangirala8590]

Sarah, I too am a 'Pluviophile' That is a person who loves the sound of rain, or feels joy & peace on rainy days. I always have been. I've always said that the rain washes away the dirt and dust and makes everything clean and fresh. Just like Christ washed our souls, He washes the earth. Blessings to you all!

[@OurTribeofMany]

I do love it but wouldn't like to live where it rains all the time....don't like it that much...Ha!

[@xMourningStar]

You almost had me agreeing... Then you mentioned religion.

[@sherrytangirala8590]

@@xMourningStar I did NOT mention religion. I mentioned Christ. There is a difference.

[@kimberlymartyn1232]

I feel the same way and also feel the rain makes everything grow.

[@veronicaferris6633]

I live in outback Australia, and the rain has an awesome affect on everyone around here. As it isnt often and it means so much for the farmers. Going the the local pub (Bar) after good rain, is the best as everyones spirit is lifted and the laughter and relief feeling is amazing to see on others. ❤❤❤

[@dragonflygecko]

Good job keeping a cool head coming up with a quick plan and making it work. :)

[@lisaknox4257]

Instead of making meals, you could also cook the meats. Package them in the portion sizes you'll need and place in the other freezers. When you need the meat, already cooked and/or seasoned helps a lot!

[@jo-anndendekker1318]

Highly suggest even make spaghetti sauce and freeze again. I started doing this for my husband and I. I make a large family batch and freeze in smaller portions

[@Healedhomegirl]

Omg I’m gonna try that

[@ShanaLawson]

We had to do this when I forgot about a log of ground beef in my fridge. It was about to go bad but I only have 4 to feed so I just cooked it and froze what I didn’t use for that nights dinner. It was great

[@hoosierladyus48]

lisa knox, I do that also. Really comes in handy.

[@saraj4009]

Very important to cook the meet. I got “serv safe certified” back in the day and re-freezing any of that defrosted meat is NOT Recommended. But you can cook it then freeze it again.

[@gaylespotkaeff6754]

Hi Sarah n Solo, just letting you know how much I in joy your videos. I live in Hawaii island of Oahu. I'm 71 year's old, thanks for keeping me happy with your videos. I live alone with a little old dog and a few birds. They keep me busy. At night I watch you and your family. You have beautiful children so cute. I'm not to well but your family keeps me happy. God bless you and your family ❤️💞

[@lane4124]

I hate dealing with Chicken too. I started using disposable gloves when I work with raw chicken and it makes me feel a lot better and little less gross.

[@santanarich4074]

Same here or I just cook frozen chicken

[@BrooklynLondoner]

Me too. I have to use disposable gloves.

[@chelym4094]

WOW! Great job! I would have panicked with losing a large freezer, but now you have meals ready to go! You keep it real, and I love it!! ❤️

[@janiceschellenberg7276]

You are blessed with a very helpful husband. Thank you for sharing some of your favorite meals, it gives me great ideas for my baking.

[@ravensweetheart3419]

Putting the small business in your videos I look forward too...I am proud you stepped outside the box and came up with this...bravo!

[@jessicamabrey2396]

Me to my son, "uh oh... Sarah is about to channel her inner Jamerrill!" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@faukerconsulting835]

😍HAHAHAHAHA...I was thinking the same thing...Jammerill time!!!✔

[@brendafranco1046]

@@faukerconsulting835 D

[@made4u2nv32]

Wow buying the whole cow that’s amazing. I love the way y’all work together and get it done!

[@lisacole5870]

You have the sweetest children you and solo are such good parents i just love your family thank you

[@colleenthecatlady2344]

The little girls at the door during the rain storm is sooooo precious!!!

[@dana77159]

LOOL when you told solo to back up and he actually backs up he didn’t know what you meant 😂😂

[@platinum_blu]

Came looking for this comment so I wont have to type it lol. I laughed when Solo backed up lol

[@annakoszegi5176]

Also he didnt understand what you wanted still just backed up 😂 trust 😂

[@CordiallyCornelia]

Loved that part too! 😂😂

[@karin.ferdwer]

Such a lovely kind man, who does what his wife tells him to do

[@amixeblu]

@@karin.ferdwer That's how it should be everywhere, right? ;) My dad has been doing this for almost 51 years of marriage (this upcoming August). I am glad they got to have their 50 years of quiet time (no celebrating as per their request) last year, before this darn thing struck!

[@beckywszalek726]

Been awhile since I've visited your channel. The kids are growing so fast!!!! And it's a joy to see you all thriving.

[@kinaharris9996]

I love how you promote small businesses. I absolutely love that the retired teacher sent you books and a dinner recipe. How sweet! I absolutely love you videos. Keep it up 👍🏽💖

[@gingerhammond6446]

Make a whole lot of meatballs to put in the freezer...they are very versatile...

[@gillianmuspic2337]

your kids are so polite. You said 'thank you Linda' They said 'Thank you Miss Linda'Beautiful

[@annaangrisano348]

I love listening to thunderstorms and lightning storms. I love the smell of rain and looking for a rainbow after the storm of rain

[@shoop5959]

I love your family and pray no one gets sick from handling raw chicken and then spice packages and various surfaces. Please be careful Solo! I had a 4 yr old get food poisoning from raw chicken juices. It was awful!! I hope I'm not out of line for mentioning this, but when it happens to someone you love, you get sensitive about it.

[@kaylah8378]

When solo started backing up I died laughing 🤣🤣🤣 and the fact that he didn’t even ask why 😂

[@asli1111]

Newly woke up Destiny is such a mood 😍😍😍

[@OurTribeofMany]

For real 😂

[@Karmacalifornia67]

the company that sold you freezer or warranty should cover all that meat that was unthawed. take pictures and give them a receipt of all that beef. I worked at Lowes and they would give $ for that exact reason or the warranty company of the freezer should cover it.

[@Karmacalifornia67]

Maroxa Livesfree Lowes always gave a food allowance if it unthawed especially as much meat she had in that freezer. But she shouldn't be inconvenienced to have to try and cook everything. Some food doesn't do well if unthawed then cooked then refrozen unless you have one of those big freezer that freeze quickly so bacteria doesn't have time to get into the meat.

[@ceruleannoel4910]

And check your home insurance

[@Joshua24-15Home]

'unthawed' = 'frozen' ..... lol! 'Thawed' is the opposite of 'frozen'

[@curlybibliophagist2]

Put some dried ice or ice in the freezer to help keep the temp.

[@curlybibliophagist2]

@Maroxa Livesfree I don't think so. While she may be able to salvage some stuff, she still has lost value. What she planned as food for 6 months or whatever now needs to be used immediately and it is lesser quality because it lost temperature. She gave away roasts too. A food spoilage warranty comes when you buy an extended warranty and usually maxes out at $300, which is nothing compared to the cost of your food in your freezer.

[@Blessedbears]

So sweet to help other people’s businesses!

[@Kaleidescope66]

You spurred me on today! I. Started watching and I said to myself I should be doing that! So I started a big pot of meat sauce w peppers and onions. Planted my celery, that finally got some roots! Cleaned the kitchen and showered up! Now I am going to watch the rest of this guilt free! Lol I hope you have a wonderful afternoon! 😘🌻

[@OurTribeofMany]

Always feels nice to be productive!

[@jilltheprivateinvestigator3328]

Oh goodness, I'm so sorry your freezer went out! 😔 You handled it well, though. Kudos! Those roasts are great to cut up and use as beef chunks for vegetable beef soup. Good luck getting a new freezer, and God Bless You and Your Family. 🌸

[@TheFreemanLife]

Lots of cooking....it’s nice to have some help....the soap looks really cute...thanks for sharing!

[@geraldineclark3438]

Thanks for sharing your video. My chest freezer went out during the pandemic as well. Thankfully my sister lived close by I gave the contents to her. She was happy. It took about two months for me to find another freezer. As a child I loved playing in the rain as well. I love smelling the rain as an adult just like fresh cut grass. Your meal prep is always awesome. Have a great week.

[@Sunspherebook]

THANKS so much for showing my book. i can hardly wait for you to do the lesson with a watermelon with your family; it is perfect for the children. It is kind of like the idea you did with the marshmellows. Love to all!!

[@OurTribeofMany]

It looks so good! Hope the advertising helps your business. Stay safe!

[@ritabrunetti381]

Great video. Girls look cute in their sun dresses. So sad about the freezer going on the blink. And good for sharing the thawed meats. Have a wonderful week.

[@ap301307]

Bless you guys, that freezer ! Solo is such a great sport . Love the meal prep !

[@PaullaWells]

Golly what a bummer! I feel your pain. We had a problem with our ice maker in a brand new frig. Samsung could find no one to fix it. They replaced it, but in order for us to get a new one quickly we upgraded otherwise it was going to take 4 or 5 months to get the replacement. Hang in there!

[@nicoleanderson9544]

I understand what your going thru with the freezer because mine just went out it was full

[@Blessedbears]

I went through this not too long ago! Prayers! No fun!

[@cheryllovinger4027]

I would not be as calm as you are. Good luck with everything. TFS Cheryl

[@nikelindstrom4176]

Just wanted to share an incredibile recipie for a pasta sauce with you, it’s soooo good and very easy to make. You need equal parts of finely grated carrots ( the one part that is a bit annoying is the grating😄) and leek cut into fine rings. Let the leeks get transparent in a frying pan and then add the grated carrots and fry until softened. Season with soy sauce to taste, to get that saltiness and add cream. Let it all simmer for 15-20 minutes and just before taking the pan off the heat, add grated Parmesan cheese and stir. You won’t believe how tasty it is!

[@cathydecarles7084]

I am so sorry Sarah God will bless you with fixing or replacing it God bless your wonderful family

[@jessieenochs648]

I would love some homeschool breakdowns. I'm going to be homeschooling my 4th grader and preschooler coming this fall and would love to see a "day in the life" of that chaos. Or maybe a sit down video

[@Samantha-qs2eh]

HAHAH omg the "vegan trigger warning" made me laugh so hard. You WERE NOT kidding 😂😂😂

[@carlaivey9806]

Sarah, here in Chile its been raining like that off and on for 2 weeks!! When you have a tin roof it will drive you crazy!

[@craftcruiser]

That happened to me the other day. I lost some ground beef. My freezer got left open a little, but my garage was really hot, which added to it thawing faster. I luckily did not lose most of the other things in the freezer.

[@kareng9880]

Hi guys! Our freezer recently stopped and we found out it was the thermostat connected to the dial. You can order the part online, pretty easy to fix. Love your family. Blessings!

[@h_williams1221]

“It’s just happy noise.” Love it!! ❤️ I live on the Miss. Gulf Coast and we have lots of thunderstorms (and occasional tornados.)I’m the only one in the family who LOVES the rain and wind. AND the smell! 😊

[@leadavis494]

Oh Sarah! Precious Hope is so much like our Sarah. She can hear thunder from miles away and they make her so anxious! You are doing a great thing in modeling how you love the storms. We often use the term......"Silly Thunder, making all that racket! Quiet down you silly thunder."

[@sheilaperl4155]

What an icky mess in your freezer, so glad you could cook some of it up and rescue it!

[@bayleivorce4210]

When you said a small town of 2300 people I was shocked! I am from a town of less than 600 people, and most of those people only live there from April to October

[@BrightFoundations]

Our kiddos used to be really afraid of thunder. We finally told them that the lightning was telling jokes which made the thunder laugh. After that, they weren't afraid anymore. The clip about the thunder reminded me of it.

[@lauravinson1221]

Their little matching dresses 😍

[@karensimaeys295]

I just think your idea's for meal prep are just fabulous!!

[@ofthelight6932]

I love your vlogs when you meal prep and share your recipes!!

[@emilybaxter8060]

Oh my! So much beef! 😊 Glad you were able to sort out the freezer situation. You’re a great example of going with the flow in joy. Not easy to do but necessary every day!! ❤️

[@susanoconnor3663]

Just a suggestion...have you ever thought of getting a vacuum sealer to freeze your meats.....it stops the dripping and also freezer burn....so easy to use too... I am not sure how much they would cost there, because I live in Ireland........so its so easy for me to buy large packs of meats and seal them into one portion meals as I live alone.....you can also use it to freeze meal prep meals...and anything else you freeze for long term storage....Love your channel.....Kindest regards ~Susan~

[@1whocs486]

U seem so sweet 💙

[@OurTribeofMany]

I had not thought about it! It comes packaged and frozen so it would take a lot of work in the beginning. ☺️

[@alisonhorton7806]

You wouldn't have to unwrap it, just vacuum seal it wrapped. I'm English lol, we have a large wholesale butcher who does it to offer extra shelf life on the fresh meat xx

[@pamhall8499]

We also have a vacuum sealer. Got it after our deep freeze “bit the dust” and it was FULL!! We cooked meat for hours! We bought the vacuum sealer and saved a lot. Called some close friends told them what happened and gave them roasts etc. I agree with Susan O’Connor please get one you won’t be sorry. Also you can buy them at Costco, and they run the bags on sale.😉❤️

[@pathtowellnesswithmiriam1371]

@@OurTribeofMany Our meat processor uses plastic as well but they don't leak. It's a shame that your packages all leaked

[@lindaprenger7572]

Solo is really a wonderful dad and husband!!! He just rolls with the flow! You have a beautiful family God Bless you all!!!

[@lindabenn7771]

I love thunder and lightening storms and love the smell too

[@marekbobaerick6138]

We just had a freezer fiasco too. I just found a wireless alarm for the freezers - the alarm part is on magnets and you can put it on your fridge and see the temp of your freezers at all times and it will alarm once the temperature rises to a point determined by you. Totally worth the 20 bucks on Amazon and my piece of mind with a cow, pig, and a bunch of chickens in ours!

[@donnaharling7653]

Our freezer broke about 2 days into the pandemic.We went to replace it , and could not find one .We ordered one and it took 4 months to get here . Hope you get one sooner , than we did .

[@hoosierladyus48]

Sorry to hear that.

[@michelel965]

My sister taught me tarragon with lemon slices on chicken. My new fav!!

[@rebeccalunsford9372]

I love the little duck cupcake soup. So cute!

[@ammerslo2632]

My nerves with the dripping meat... Lol. Look at you! Handle this situation with ease! You got this!Your mom goals for me!🤗

[@jessDmiller]

Yes, when solo said that my immediate thought was “what’s Jack seasoning?” 😂

[@serenac5905]

That is what I love about you. I would have been in tears. You make the best out of every situation. This was a true example when life gives you lemons you make lemonade. I need to remember that more often!!!

[@lillipad3503]

Long time no watch. Hope has grown beautifully. Daddy put on some good lockdown belly. Love your meal prepping.

[@coloradogirl5390]

I ordered a freezer from sears back in March. I am still waiting. July 30th hopefully.

[@nicolageyer6910]

Our upright freezer has stopped a couple of times. Someone told us to shake it really hard ; dust gets in the Freon. Both times, it started working again.

[@lynhead52]

There is a beef recipe that we love - it is a Middle Eastern dish called- Yukney- Use roast. I sue cast iron pot- you bring it to a boil reduce temp. Cook it on top stove till it falls apart. (I have made this in a crock pot too but not if it is frozen. ) when it is cooked to falling apart stage- way I do it is add chunky Veg. spaghetti sauce and 2 cans of green beans. Serve this over rice. Some just use diced tomatoes 2 reg size cans instead of the spaghetti sauce. I am not a stewed tomato fan.

[@heatherfetterly5296]

We went through that with a REALLY expensive fridge! We got a top of the line, nice fridge because we have a big family and it broke after about 2 years! The company said the problem wasn't under warranty. We will never buy another appliance from that company ever again! I hope your freezer gets fixed quickly! God bless you all ❤️

[@sharonmagerl167]

I love a busy, loving house. I have had a home daycare for 26 years and love all the kiddos.

[@arispagnuolo3146]

Omfg your poor freezer lol!!! Happened to us a few weeks ago THE SAME THING!! Girl I feel you!!!

[@bellaluna2921]

Solo is such a good husband and father... You hit the jackpot when you got him :))

[@puseletsomonnaemang774]

Totally agree!

[@OurTribeofMany]

☺️ yes I agree

[@carolynmason8348]

She sure did they complainant each other.

[@pattye.3196]

I have been with your youtube channel for along time. I dont post that much because it is not me but ive been struggling recently with everything going on and I just want to thank you for taking my mind of things even if it is for 22 mins. You guys are just amazing. *patiently waiting for grocery haul* Have a great holiday weekend.

[@jakenda1978]

Great decisions on what to do with all that thawed meat. Maybe vary what’s in your freezers so you have a variety in each freezer. Don’t have one freezer with just meat. Thank you so much for showing my wristlet keychain. I hope you can use it. Your children are fun to watch.

[@djterry1218]

I pretty much thought hail preceded tornados. The last time we had hail, we also had a tornado here in Kentucky! To change the subject, Solo is so enduring. He’s a wonderful man of God!

[@racheldehaan2760]

Oh Sarah it’s awful when appliances break x

[@poojadhariwal1928]

Hi Sarah!! Hope you get your freezer sorted soon! You should do an english roast with your beef or chicken. Side dishes are roast potatoes, stuffing, cauliflower cheese bake and meat gravy!!! X

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Oh my!! So sorry about your freezer. Last year we had to thaw out our refrigerator and freezer for 2 days and put everything into coolers it was a little bit of pain but we only had to throw out a few things.

[@vivianwilliams2216]

Great save with the meat ! Hope the freezer gets fixed quickly! The meals look great! And i can imagine how happy your friends are to get some nice meat ! 😊👍💕💕💕

[@SuziQ1207]

You are correct. Freezers can’t be found right now. Our freezer did this a few weeks ago. We made a huge pot of soup and cooked everything we could. My husband is pretty handy and took the back off the freezer and a lizard had gotten into the fan on the back and that had stopped it from working. He got the dead lizard out of there. We cleaned it all out good after salvaging what we could. Plugged it back up and it is working good now. We bought some freezer sensors with a remote so we can keep a check on the temp. Praying it keeps on working until we can finally find a new one. This one is at least 25 years old. We keep it in our garage...so that’s how the lizard got in there.

[@karissastewart2611]

First of all I love watching your channel you all seem so sweet and down to earth! My kinda people! 😁 We have the exact same freezer and had the same problem as you with half a cow and pig in our freezer thawing out. Turns out the fan wasn't working but was covered under warranty.

[@808geekfam]

I’ve had that happen. The freezer breaking down right after we filled it. So frustrating. I totally know how you feel. ☺️

[@denisecanada3785]

Saw Seth & he made me smile. He sooo cute & huggable. Be safe.

[@destroyer4364]

We have tornados here too in Alberta, Canada. In fact we had one follow us as we were driving! SUPER SCARY!

[@lovas1196]

Never thought of setting up the crock pot ahead of time and putting it in the fridge! Great idea!

[@ashleyhaugh9716]

I do it because I don't usually want to get up and prep before I leave for work 😆. I'll prep it the night before, and then get it started before I leave in the morning

[@anitanorman1208]

Thank God you noticed it in time to save as much as you could . pray they can fix it soon .

[@mariannejennisch9293]

I hope the place you got the freezer can replace it. Glad it was just rain for you. I saw it on the radar and wondered if it would come here next.

[@aishathompson5975]

Good thinking glad your not wasting anything ! Hopefully if you get a new one that doesn’t happen 🤞

[@heidiminett8868]

I love my chest freezers. They keep stuff frozen a lot longer during power outages or other issues like that.

[@michellesligh4004]

I love rainstorms!😁

[@jenniferchristine5850]

You did great! Way to salvage the freezer! 💖

[@cherylwass6596]

The little girls are growing too fast!!! Sarah you were so calm throughout the freezer emergency. Ii would have FREAKED out. Hope you saved all that meat.That was a lot.Love y'all 💜💜💜

[@cherylwass6596]

@Caramel Cupcake I agree!!! Sarah and Solo are both awesome. Awesome people, awesome parents and one of my favorite families on KZbin..

[@stephanierevard7716]

Sarah is basically just amazing! Such a good mom wife and person. Never seems to lose her cool and always involves the kids in the cooking and cleaning! And I just love Solo! Also love her small business ads. Too fun!

[@stephanierevard7716]

Solo did the freezer! I just love Solo! And Sarah, too!

[@rebeccalunsford9372]

No my husband and I have been trying to get a freezer for months. No go.

[@paulinejones4036]

Solo’s accent is hilarious sometimes. I love how you took a bad situation and took the positive out of it. I’m with you on not liking to mess with raw chicken! I like to cook but hate dealing with raw chicken! I use gloves if I have to mess with raw chicken. Wow you have a big crockpot! We also live where there can be tornadoes. It can be scary.

[@YvonneSmith]

my freezeer is 30 years old. I use to get 1/4 of cow when i had a teen at home cannot imagine the size freezer you need for a whole cow.

[@SavingADimeAtATime]

Check your GFI fuse. We thought our freezer was broke, but it had just popped the GFI.