Growing up poor, what we learned & what we regret

What do two polar opposite, yet identical twins unanimously praise as the most impactful elements of their upbringing by their incredible mom (and dad, too!)?
Listen in as Dawn and Dianna share about the benefits of growing up with little and the wonderful way it has shaped them.
0:00 Catching Up
8:50 Dawns new mothers necklace and wanting more kids?
11:05 Parenting tips that we learned from our mom
11:58 Tip #1 - Be realistic about what the family can handle and afford
22:33 Tip #2 Celebrate well
23:22 Tip #3 Don’t draw attention to the difference in families
27:28 - Tip #4 Love unconditionally
LINKS:
Pink Sweater I'm wearing on repeat: amzn.to/3UVdW15
Color block shirt I love: amzn.to/4drUYWW
My jewelry is from Trades of Hope (Shop to help women out of poverty!): tradesofhope.com/minimalmom
Mother's Necklace on Etsy: cli.re/mom-necklace (I have the gold in 18")
Welcome to The Official Minimal Mom Podcast channel. If you'd like to hear previous episodes, you can find them on all podcasting apps including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iTunes.
Thank you so much for listening and could I ask a favor? Would you mind subscribing? It helps KZbin recommend this podcast to more friends. Thank you! Dawn
ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM:
Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 8-13. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 8 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT!
If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my other channel @theminimalmom

[@angelawhiteley4580]

Dawn, I love your content! But honestly I find myself turning on your channel not because I need/want decluttering but because I'm having a bad day and your sweet smile and bubbly personality turns my day around. You are changing the world in more ways than you intend. Don't lose heart because of a few negativity seekers. You are a light to the world!

[@llsweetman]

Me too!!

[@ellie448]

I am CLUTCHING my pearls that ANYONE would think Dawn would have ANY ill intentions. Like she is the most REALLLLLLLLLL person on KZbin. Like SHOCKED that anyone would take it that way. They must have been new viewers and didn’t know you. NO WAY someone who’s been with you for any amount of time would have gotten anything bad from that video.

[@rachellelarge3410]

100% agree!!!

[@Anne_Logo]

Diana’s comment “they know your heart” says it all. ❤️

[@d14551]

Giving responsibilities to children, in line with their ages and abilities, is a priceless gift to them.

[@CynthiaRaeC]

I left a negative comment in your last video, and I hope mine was one of the ones you said was kind… I am long time follower, and I absolutely do know your heart was in the right place. I was genuinely thinking you should be made aware how people, including me, were being affected by this particular video. But now that you explained how the comments affect you (even the kind ones), and also how many people get drawn in to the negativity, I am not happy I wrote it.

[@joanmc6108]

Am I the only one who looks at the photos of Dawn and Diana as little girls, and tries to work out which one they are. It is so difficult. 🤣

[@gamingpenguin5244]

I was thinking the same! I would love captions on who's who!

[@user-gu1dd6dh8u]

Me too 😂

[@drdtexan]

Haha, me three!

[@gigib4076]

Yep me two 😂

[@SassySue67]

Same here.

[@lisabromley6824]

The best thing we did as parents was to insist on a family dinner every night that it was possible. No TV, no phones, just real conversation. Our grown sons now want family dinner one night a week as they still live near by. I feel so blessed that they still think family time is important.

[@bellaluce7088]

3:56 Dawn, *it DOES matter if people unsubscribe because among other things, it means they're missing out on potentially life-changing content!* 😃❤ The disconnect between the stop buying title and pro-buying content of that video was understandably upsetting to people but easy to fix. A trickier issue I'm hoping you'll address is the concerns people have raised about Trades of Hope. MLM's COST most workers money or provide less than a fast food worker's income withOUT benefits. In addition, T of H sells a LARGE percentage of products that are clearly mass-produced vs. truly "artisan" made, which suggests that the women at risk they claim to be helping are likely seeing *pennies* (if that) for many of the products T of H sells. *I recommend closely scrutinizing the wording and images on their website and requiring hard data about employee income and profit percentages for both the stateside and international workers before continuing to endorse the company.* I once worked for an unethical company that exploited my good will and persuasive ability to unknowingly deceive customers and it still haunts me years later. ❤

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

I can not imagine anyone unsubscribing you!! 🤷‍♀️😱

[@deniseharrison1410]

I was thinking the same

[@mindymudge7247]

You are both wonderful and encouraging and so supportive of all of us. Thank you for doing video centeredon your mom. You are blessed and your families are blessed with you❤

[@aheartshine]

Your innate ability to not live with a black and white mentality inspired me deeply in the beginning of my minimalist journey. I think back to your words in my trying my best each and every day, never expecting perfection. Offering gift ideas as a minimalist may sound contradictory, but in my mind it showed how to continue to embrace my grey. My gratitude for you is limitless.

[@rachellelarge3410]

Well said!!

[@terrieaves1682]

Dawn and Diana tell your AMAZING Mom that we all wish her a Happy Mother's Day too!❤

[@deniseharrison1410]

I’m so glad that you are still doing videos and not listening to anything nasty. You have no idea how much you have helped me in decluttering my home. I’m 61 and have learned so much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 🥰

[@northstar4851]

Me, too. I've now turned 62, and still peeling the onion.

[@deniseharrison1410]

@@northstar4851 yep, same.

[@looking.on.the.brightside]

Same!!❤

[@lizzabbott]

Same ! I’m 64

[@debh4999]

I always say, "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all."

[@mitzilouwho]

I grew up hearing my mother say that so many times 😊

[@KayTart]

I watch both The Minimal Mom channel and this one because I find your content so valuable. I don’t think that “buy less” and “if you do want to buy, buy intentionally and with awareness of where your purchases come from and the ethics surrounding the seller” are mutually exclusive. I’ve stopped buying gifts for the sake of buying a gift, and try to purchase intentionally and considering ethics etc so that video really resonated with me. I have 5 children aged 7-14 and I’m so glad I found your channels - I genuinely use things I have learned from you every single day, and am so grateful ❤

[@claudia_christianmommy]

I just love you both Dawn and Diana! Nothing else to say, I didn’t even listen to the full episode (yet) but wanted to make sure you are aware how much of a blessing you ladies are. 😊

[@rebeccaross1715]

My mom always has said that no matter how many kids you have, you always will want just one more. I was never able to have kids, but my brother and his wife have 5.

[@joanncase]

I just love when you talk about your mom. ❤️ My own sweet mama passed away 14 years ago & I miss her dearly. When you talk about your mom it just makes my heart so happy. Thank you for sharing!

[@sj6728]

I LOVE YOU BOTH AND LOVE EVERY VIDEO INCLUDING RUSTY JUDGEMENT!!!!!!!! 🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@madebylora]

About the controversial video, I just had a little chuckle to myself about the 2 “contrasting” subjects of the video when I watched it. I didn’t leave a negative comment and I’m still here! Xx

[@saraevans6796]

Having seen so much of your content, I see the conflict in "stop shopping, but here's a gift guide", but it doesn't bother me. You wouldn't ever tell people not to buy a gift for Mother's Day if they truly wanted to and gift buying tends to be a small portion of overall yearly spending. You're more concerned with daily habits that add up over time. Still subscribed!

[@kerripainter8555]

I watch when I can, so I do stop mid video a lot. Not a vote that I don't like, just, my lunch is over. I love your content! You have helped me and my sister a lot.

[@Maiju86]

That video wasn't my favourite (I generally don't like "I don't buy anymore" type of videos), but I don't understand why someone would unsubscribe. You are such a precious resource and I am so thankful for that. ❤

[@tiffanyerb9570]

As someone whose love language is not gifts, I always appreciate your gift ideas. Thank you, Ladies!

[@SneakyPete331]

I grew up as you two ladies did. My folks have passed away but I am grateful for them every single day. Lovely podcast!!!!

[@chrisludwig3610]

I have a narcissist as a mother. She parentified me as I was growing up. I always said I was never going to have children because of how I was raised. I did end up having 2 and vowed to raise my children differently than I was. I'm happy to say, they're both wonderful humans and we have good relationships. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't the perfect parent, but my kids always knew they were loved. Thank you for all you two ladies do. You give us all a lot to think about. Keep up the good work. Love and light to you and your families. (Your parents did a great job! ❤.)

[@jackieo2403]

Congratulations on breaking the cycle!! You did a great job too!

[@chrisludwig3610]

@@jackieo2403 Awwww... thank you. ❤️

[@bellaluce7088]

@@chrisludwig3610 As the daughter of a narcissistic mother too, I so appreciated when Dawn said she realized in her twenties that not everyone grows up feeling loved. Many people *never* acknowledge that this is a reality, or blame the child! It makes me happy to hear stories of wholesome loving parenting. I second the congratulations on breaking the cycle with your kids! 🏆🏆Happy Mother's Day! 😃

[@user-mi4tf3em8b]

As a mom of identical twin girls, this was so much fun! Applause goes to your parents for raising two beautiful (inside and out, from what I’ve seen and heard) young women! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@adelepeteranec794]

My dad taught me when I was young that if I can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything. I have tried to live by that and confess I don’t always succeed, but I never comment negatively online. I love your content ladies and always feel blessed by it. ☺️❤️

[@terrieaves1682]

Yes, we definitely know your heart Dawn and we love you and appreciate you and Diana so very much!❤ Happy Mothers Day to both of you! You both are precious to me!❤

[@NLY1WAY4U]

My Mom taught us that our siblings were our forever friends. We spent 90% of our spare time with my sisters. To this day I am close to them. My grandmother loved equally all the grands and others and she taught me to reach outside of immediate family to love others. It is a balance. Count your life by friends, not years. ❤

[@itsHeatherKay]

You are pushing intentional purchases, and the gift guide is helpful to some people, so I don’t find it hypocritical. It’s 2 kinds of value. I had a talk with my moms and we all decided not to exchange gifts anymore- awesome!

[@user-ng9km6cm6h]

My housekeeper just accepted a full time permanent job and I'm trying to figure out what to do NEXT ‼️. GOD KNEW I NEED YOU ‼️. THANK YOU SO MUCH 😊😊😊‼️‼️

[@ashleysmith4386]

Absolutely you were trying to help with both, it’s how I heard you both in that video! My mothers would feel forgotten if they didn’t receive an actual physical gift. Aiming to be more mindful myself, and purchase much less, it’s hard to come up with ideas for them, because I don’t want to clutter their lives! Your video was helpful! Especially Trades of Hope suggestions ❤. Thank you!

[@sharoncooper7381]

My daughter has 5 and the last she and the baby almost died. She grieved but so thankful for each one

[@janiceallard2108]

I saw the other video you posted about saving money and living minimally and then sharing great Mother's Day gift ideas. My take on it was that you realized that most people want to get their mom something special on that day, so you were simply helping those folks with ideas of some gifts that would be useful, or just plain beautiful. I didn't view it as a conflict. Geez, some people are so easily offended. I love watching the two of you.

[@beverlyness7954]

You both are the epitome of gratefulness. It's evident in all your videos or podcasts. I appreciate you expressing love for your mom and dad. I made sure my kids, who are now in their mid 40's, knew they were loved. We tell each other all the time. That proves to me that good kids come from the love parents give them. Because I didn't have much to give them growing up. I'm so grateful for my parents as well. If they were still, alive my mom would be 99 and my dad would be 100 today. Happy Mothers Day!

[@shannonmcmullen3916]

You two lovelies are a breath off fresh air!!! Ive said it before but its still true!!!! Social media has not changed either of you! You are both the real deal!!!! You were sweet, kind, humble, genuine and loving when you started and you are still the same!!! I love it so much!!!! Your parents set you guys up for success!!! You have good work ethics, you value what you have and you are confident in who you were created to be and didnt just try to fit in with the world!!!! Well done LuAnn and Marc!!! You raised your girls so well!!!

[@ScrapperScience7th]

Sweet parenting thoughts! Your humble, honest upbringing is inspiring. I had a similar raising, and one thing that I realized as an adult was that I never worried about money. If we went somewhere (which was not often), we could afford it. I never questioned whether we had enough money for the outing. I’m thankful for parents who allowed us to take them and their support for granted. ❤️

[@joannbirdsong583]

Cleaning the pig trailers. You were making money and building character! Score one for your parents. 🥰

[@brookebales2931]

Oh and the biggest thing about my mom is that she took us to church always! (Dad worked a ton, the breadwinner, and nights many times) Sunday, Wednesday etc. mission trips in the US. She always would give the last treat even if she wanted it (I do that too with my boys ❤) just so selfless, always there to rub my growing pains away/get the heating pad. Hang certain laundry of mine even if late at night, so didn’t shrink etc. I could go on! Thankful for her. She actually grew up on a farm too 🐄 🐖 🌳 she’s 100% danish(so I’m 50% and my siblings); all four of her grandparents came over on the ship from Denmark. We’re proud Danes ❤ 🇩🇰 besides a few other words, she can recite the whole 23 Psalm in Danish, her grandmother taught her 🤍 I actually gotta record her saying it to keep when she goes home someday ⛅️

[@kaliskills9409]

Green is definitely your color Diana! Wow😍

[@Karen-pe6oc]

It is a joy to share in your life stories. If we are who we surround ourself with you raise me up. I didn't understand the negativity of the comments on your video, even as I was reading them. The idea that gifting your Mother a physical present is in opposition to minimalism is "Bondkadonks." I don't eat meat but I don't object to others doing so, even in my home. Your kindness and grace rise above all of it. Happy Mother's Day to both of you and your precious Mom. 💐

[@user-gu1dd6dh8u]

We don't see the world as it is, we see the world as we are. I had to stop the video, I cried as a baby. Thank you.

[@elaineashley1958]

My mom was frugal, a great listener in my adult years and she wrote letters and prayed for her family every night. She was also “social chairman” in various circles. Now I do all of these things ❤️ Miss her so much but feel connected as I parent my adult daughters.

[@tasha2925]

I will never unsubscribe!

[@sydneygray1331]

I love the Kurt voice!! Don’t listen to the people who don’t like it.

[@HLR701]

I've watched your show for a long time and I wasn't offended at all by that episode ❤

[@dianasimplifies]

I've watched almost every MM video you have made, watched almost every podcast video, and I'm a member of the mentorship group but T of H is a MLM. I've been involved in several MLMs (unfortunately) and they prey on women. Most women who get involved in MLMs make far less than minimum wage. I know I did. I sold jewelry at one time and I hardly made anything by the time I packaged jewelry up and shipped it out. I prob didn't make $2 an hour! I don't think it's negative to be concerned that a MLM is being pushed by you and Diana. The first time Diana mentioned it immediately I looked it up bc I know the signs. Many people have commented nicely that they are concerned and have given a reference to someone who makes content addressing MLMs. I do love and respect both of you. I hope you will take this comment as it is intended and not as a criticism. ❤

[@bellaluce7088]

I really appreciate the kind and thoughtful way you expressed your concerns about T of H being an MLM. ❤ I share them and appreciate you speaking up on behalf of the workers. It's so easy for kindhearted people to be misled by companies claiming to prioritize helping because we project our own good intentions onto others.

[@dianasimplifies]

@@bellaluce7088❤❤

[@adrellangley]

You two are so wonderful and blessed!

[@theoriginaledi]

For (nonphysical) reasons too complicated to go into here, I never had kids. Although it wasn't my choice, I'm actually more or less ok with that. But I really, really don't like when others try to "make it ok" or whatever by saying that I'm "like a mother" to my nieces and nephews or to my students. I absolutely understand they're saying it from a place of love, and I totally respect people who feel that way, but I don't. For me, that's not being a mother, not even a little bit, and it makes me feel awkward and embarrassed and weird when they say it. So because it's always a big deal at church, I've avoided church on Mother's Day for decades now (but other than that I attend very regularly). Instead, I've always found my joy in spending time with my own mother on that day. But my mom died in February. I, too, grew up in poverty with wonderful, hard-working, loving, Christian parents and I loved them both very much. Mom was 90 when she died, healthy but in a lot of pain for years, and very ready to meet her Savior, so it wasn't as hard as one might imagine to let her go. I was sad, and I miss her a lot, but I know she's happy and healthy now and I couldn't ask for more than that. However, it leaves me sort of... at loose ends this year. It's currently after 8 pm on the evening before Mother's Day and I'm still undecided about church in the morning. I might not decide until it's actually time to go (or not go). I won't be able to call or visit my mom tomorrow and that kinda sucks, and it makes me want to be with other people who love me. Still, I don't particularly want to be surrounded by talk of motherhood, and I know that I will be. I'm just going to pray for wisdom and for peace, and let God lead me in the way that he knows is best. I know this is pretty heavy stuff for a KZbin comment, but I feel like this is one of the few places on KZbin where it might be taken in the spirit in which it's intended. I appreciate anyone's prayer if you feel so inclined, and I sincerely wish the happiest of Mother's Days to all biological mothers, adoptive mothers, future mothers, and honorary mothers. You're truly the best of the best.

[@dianasimplifies]

Yes church on MD is very hard when you are not a mom no matter what the reasons are. ❤❤

[@CynthiaRaeC]

Thanks for sharing! I am praying for you!

[@aldawnadee357]

No judgment ever from me! I might have made two videos instead of combining. I am in the Mentorship group and will never leave! 😍😍

[@liap1293]

When I was a kid I vacuumed swimming pools for a quarter & I was happy to get it. Then, At 15 years old I waited tables for $1.25 an hour & I was happy to make that money. Work is good for kids. Appreciating the value of money is good. My parents were not materialistic at all. We had the basics. I'm grateful my parents knew how to say no & not now to us kids.

[@aidar4816]

I love you girls! You have been such an inspiration with minimalism and faith based information. Keep doing what you’re doing!

[@jessicadroppers9721]

I am so grateful for you and your content. I'm so sorry for the negative comments on the past video. You are helping so many people, including myself. Keep up the great work!

[@jillbrumbaugh8252]

Love you both!! And the mothers necklace too. But I’m over 50 so…😂😂

[@kimesch9698]

Just FYI (not a complaint), but the new intro montage with an unknown voice speaking adds nothing to your presentation. In fact , to me, it seems commercial, and very unlike your usual genuine presentation. You could have easily left it out, and it would’ve been better. Might save you some time and money. Love your show, with or without it, though.

[@user-oy8kk4hh4t]

I'm so sorry you have had some negative comments. I love you so much 💕. You have been so unbelievably helpful to me I could write you pages and pages. I have a clean clear home and it makes me feel safe and calm. That is huge for me because deal with anxiety and depression... also my Mother went to be with the Lord a couple years ago. You have been a wonderful blessing to me and I'm sure to thousands of others. God bless you 🙏

[@LauraGoynes]

Amen!! A thousand times!! I adore you both! So thankfull for you !!! ❤🎉

[@kathydavis6408]

What you said about KZbin analytics answered some of the questions I’ve had. Maybe you can elaborate for me. Sometimes I get a phone call or interruption when watching a video and have to pause it or close it for a while. I hope that does not reflect negatively on the channels. That would never be my intention because I enjoy the videos so much. God bless you and continued success on your channel ❤️

[@roxanneforsberg1877]

You both are my sunshine on a cloudy day! Yeah, yeah! Sounds dorky but I absolutely adore you both! God bless you both! Sending love from Edmonton Alberta Canada! Happy Mothers Day!

[@thereor4u200]

Wow! It's such a treat to watch you two in this day: Today's Mother's day in Mexico 🇲🇽 So: ¡Feliz día de las Madres! 🌸 ¡Les mando un gran abrazo a las dos!💕

[@liap1293]

I like Kurt's voice over!

[@shelleyt367]

ur parents did such a great job raising their kids and providing such a strong foundation; love to hear u both talk about ur parents with so much love, gratitude, and respect ❤

[@lenettasmith-murray2145]

Oh how I miss K-Mart/Ames/Jamesway layaway. We did this for our boys for school clothes and Christmas lol. My oldest son wanted Levi 505 jeans for school one year. Deal was all his change had to be saved & we would match it. He had enough for two pair for the jeans lol. As you speak of your growing up your reflecting mine and my mom broke a wooden spoon chasing me...lol. so many great memories, thank you. Happy Mother's Day girls 🌹💐💞

[@meganshaw4337]

You are both a shining light to the world. I would sincerely wish you could ignore the negative comments. I wish you both a very happy Mother’s Day! 💐❤️

[@marilynndesilva7620]

I've never returned anything to Amazon, but I also have bought maybe a dozen things over the last decade😂I'm allergic to anything bigger than small local shops. Big, overstocked stores, including online ones, are just too much for me after 20 minutes of wandering around. I usually leave empty handed unless I can remember and locate what I went in for in the first place! (However, I can ALWAYS find the chocolate!) We have five children, four of them my birth children. I remember the good old days of soccer and other after school activities. One kid is supposed to be at practice half an hour before another one's game starts across town! And people wonder why mothers have several thoughts running through our brains at the same time! However many children you are blessed with, cherish them and the brief time you have before they are grown and off and running💗

[@christinerakela1306]

Love every video, but this is in the top 5! Everyday I thank the Lord for my parents( now 20 and 25 years dead), and the wonderful life they gave me and the values I was taught. You are both great moms, thank you for passing the baton to improve future generations!!!

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Please give your mom the biggest hug. I met your mom and you all add a meet up and your mom is fantastic. Dawn and Diana, I just want to say I so appreciate you. Your heart, your wisdom, your joy, your insight. Your mom should be so proud. And so should your dad. They did a fantastic job. I was fighting back tears as you were talking in this video as so many things. I could relate either when I grew up or with my own children. The kmart lay way oh yes. Your parents did a fantastic job.Not only did you learn the confidence to be able to accomplish.Thanks and appreciate things but those things you carry with you in life. I am so sorry. People are not kind of you on your videos. There are the ones missing out. Trades of hope we love their items. Their jewelry is beautiful. I have gifted it as gifts and the people love them. The earrings done that you showed. I am excited to see when they're available to buy. Because I have always loved them and didn't know where to get them. The jewelry I had from traves of hope my Daughter loves it so much. I don't have any pieces here. When you talked about wanting more children that was me. I had always hoped. I was going to adopt after my 4 children. That didn't happen but I will say when I became available and willing. It's amazing how the Lord is. Open the door for me to be a mom figure to some and a Grandma. Or Nana figure to others. We just have to be willing and We never know what happens. I grew up when my birth. Father wasn't so good, but I'm thankful for my mother. And then later God gave us my stepfather. He was a man of the Lord. Your mom for the look in your faces. The joy in your faces I can only imagine your mom's cheeks hurting from the biggest smile and her tears flowing from great joy. Dawn and Diana, I just want to say you are fantastic mom's and we want to thank you for who you are your family. Your children are blessed❤ Happy Mother's Day.❤❤ And happy Mother's Day to those Mothers out there that might not hear it. You did a fantastic job.❤

[@judineptune5161]

Dawn, I have been watching you for YEARS. You are kind, funny and just want to help people. When others leave negative comments, my thought is: "Did that make you feel better?", "Don't you have more important things to do with your day?" Unfortunately, we do have people in this world like that and we just need to remember our intentions.....wanting to help people and have a caring environment. You keep being YOU whom we have grown to love.

[@obeliapark9860]

Dawn and Diana your mum sounds wonderful and I am so happy you have her. I'm afraid my mother is a narcissist and I needed to separate myself from her many years ago. I have worked very hard to be a good mother to my two girls. All of us with narcissist mothers dream of having a mum like yours. Treasure her. Happy mother's day to you all. Obelia From Australia 🦘

[@TheNjuanarena]

You can absolutely get a ring/necklace at any point! My husband got me one with our birthstones when my son was born. 2 years later when my daughter was born he secretly took it and had her birthstone added too! ❤️ Think of it like re-sizing. 😃

[@CelebrateEverything]

I thought your video was great and had no problems with the Helpful gift ideas at the end. Like Diana said, those of us who know your heart understand the point: don't have too much stuff, but when a gift is needed or appropriate, give something that isn't just More Stuff!

[@BayRaeDay]

This reminds me of the interview with dr John Delony where he talked about not going into debt and how it’s beneficial for kids to go without. I really appreciate this perspective because I often wonder how much of what we see is because of credit cards and financing. It seems like it’s so common to put everything on a credit card and deal with it later.

[@susankultys7745]

Hi Dawn and Diana. I continue to be subscribed to both of your channels. I watch all of your videos and don't miss any of them. I enjoy and continue to be inspired by your content. I finally have other women that think like I do and care about, what I care about. I have participated in some of the special content that you both have put out (getting organized for Christmas, the Christmas guidebook, decluttering after Christmas, the getting ready for Easter guidebook, the all day declutter.) please continue to produce this fantastic content. Keep up the good work- we need you both❤️Love you both.❤️

[@ProcrastinatorsAnon]

I thought the opposing video concepts in one was weird but then completely forgot about it. I will say the thing I question is whether Trades of Hope is a sponsor because it's unclear, and odd if they were.

[@brookebales2931]

Happy late Mother’s Day! Love you beautiful sisters and my sisters in Christ 🥰 🤍 🌸 you grew up what I wish all kiddos could. On a farm etc. Our boys are thank God. We’re on 15 acres; lots of trees 🪵 🌲🌳😁 therefore lots of four wheeler trails made, have a huge garden and silkie chickens 🐓 so fun! So grateful! And yes, we’re a super close knit family of four, and these boys are always learning teamwork at home and lots of other valuable life lessons 💪 dad teaches them a bunch, to be real men. Many guys today don’t even know how to change oil or a tire. Sad.

[@liap1293]

Diana, I love the beautiful throw on your sofa. Is it crocheted?

[@sharoncooper7381]

You have been such a great influence in my life and knowing your are Christian. I found you by chance and mentioned Bible Recap and having been basically home bound so I gradually have started decluttering and it because of hearing the difference in your live and people started seeing changes in me. I don’t know your sisters name to subscribe. You do so much free for all. God bless you both. PS. It recently have seen my “stuff” is really “stuff”. I also wanted to know if the cookbook is still available

[@nancysflowergarden]

I absolutely love the bike story I wanted a pair of Puma tennis shoes when I was a freshman because everyone else had them. My parents agreed but I had to pay 1/2. We laughed saying I bought the right one they bought the left one. I never realized how much they spent on our shoes- with such a narrow foot I had to wear Striderite shoes What a lesson- man I took care of those shoes. We did the same with our kids- they appreciate stuff more than

[@lindarivera584]

Dianna and Dawn ,i think that the pressure you feel when you watch others is to say i am grateful for what i do have now and what i have been given but for you to be an example because you get so much more back. God Bless you both. Keep strong in your faith and dont measure up .

[@tracil7493]

Awww! I love seeing your family pictures! Thank you for sharing! Love and God Bless from a Mother to two other Mothers!

[@KrittySchmaltz]

I think all women grieve motherhood whether they never became mothers and especially when they are moms - I def grieved that I would not have a third then transitioned to really celebrating the newer mamas and honoring those women who never gave birth but bring life regardless to this world ❤

[@intuitive_duck]

I worked odd jobs as a kid too. I think it was good for me. It taught me how to do hard things, physical tasks don’t intimidate me, we helped many people, I made money doing certain jobs, all good skills to learn. I worked but it wasn’t unreasonable IMO. One specific time I did not want to go to some random person’s house to clean up the yard and stack wood. Once we arrived, he was a frail old man. We all worked and by the end I was happy I did it. He was extremely thankful.

[@clairejones5373]

Thank you for sharing about the yucky comments situation. I didn’t read all of the comments but what I read made me feel so sad and I had to stop reading. I couldn’t quite believe what I was seeing. It not only sticks with you but it stuck with me and I’m sure with those who absolutely know your heart ❤ You are both wonderful, thank you for keeping on keeping on ❤❤❤

[@RebeccaL0108]

I can so relate to you both. My Dad was a pastor & never made much money. One summer my sister & I had to chop cotton in the Arizona sun to make money for school clothes. Made us hard workers still today. From 15-17 I cleaned houses on the weekends in Sun City.

[@mrsjam1252]

Because you are telling how not to buy,and then you tell us to buy. But then again no one is perfect, i still like you

[@rosemariephelps1608]

Kmart layaway was the best for a single mom like me. I was even a lucky mom of 3 that had someone pay off my layaway one year for christmas gifts for my kids. I was super appreciative and passed it on by putting some money onto someone else's layaway for them.

[@makingahomemaker]

I KNEW he was the guy from the radio station!! 😂

[@jaymilisa]

I have 8 children, but I tell people if I could've had more, I certainly would have. I'm so thankful and blessed - it hasn't been easy, but it has been wonderful having a large family. (Our "baby" graduates from highschool next week!) You both are doing a wonderful job! Thanks for sharing your lives with us! ❤

[@lynhead52]

we do get sentimental. We like things that remind us of our own family. I was very sad when I came to menopause- I knew never would we have anymore children. We lost 2, I was afraid that we would lose more- it was hardest thing next to lose my dh that I've gone through. I love both your channels. I worked along with my kids that makes a big difference.

[@AubreyL-35]

This is encouraging 🥹 As a young mother, and with our family living on a very limited budget, it’s a good reminder for what really matters. Thank you, ladies! (And your mom 💓).

[@crystalatkinson5852]

I definitely felt conflicted watching your mother's day video, but ultimately I know you're heart! You meant well!

[@leahbuchholz8556]

I am so grateful that I had parents like yours as one of ten kids I always felt loved and appreciated, they were hard working and taught us many valuable lessons . 💖

[@SavannahMares]

I was pissed when I saw the negative drama comments on that video. I chose not to fight in the comments 😂

[@susanmunoz7688]

I love the two of you, you’re as beautiful inside as you are outside. I always look forward to seeing your videos . ❤️♥️

[@nancyposluszny6504]

Beautiful video. The “Mother’s necklace “ is lovely and heartwarming.

[@intuitive_duck]

Kurt’s voice overs remind of radio and Christian TV programs. It’s nostalgic, I like it. 😊

[@dianasimplifies]

Me too ❤

[@tinayoung2543]

I'm thankful for the both of you. I honestly can't stand the internet trolls. Like please just scrool on or leave the video. Why say mean things

[@chantellecunningham8899]

Happy Mother's Day, ladies!

[@donnab1055]

Dawn when I found your videos on KZbin years ago I immediately went back and binge-watched all of them right from the beginning! You have always resonated with me and although I wouldn't call myself a minimalist, I did declutter loads of stuff and reap the benefits of all your hard-earned advice in so many ways. My favorite videos were always when you had Diana on (I am subscribed to her channel also!) and when you spoke so highly of your Mom and Dad ❤I love seeing the pics of your family growing up and your current family. The people who commented negatively on that gift video are people who just don't know you as well as we do lol 😉. You have the biggest heart and many times when I'm debating buying something or when I'm organizing in my home I think "what would Dawn do?" because I value your opinion! You should be so proud of all that you have accomplished, all while being honest with your thoughts and kind-hearted. Thank you!

[@brendapearce8473]

This was so real and comforting to hear you both give your wisdom and tips. We all miss you 2 together! ❤

[@rhondahigh7005]

I love this video SO much!! Love you both!! Love that Kurt is the voice in Dawn's videos!!