My promise to Myself (5 Days till Hurricane Helene)

On Friday I made a promise to my Sunday self (this is it). Plus Turkey devon, culture celebration and more. Learn how to raise and butcher your own turkeys inside abundance plus: www.abundancep...

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

Thank you for all the prayers and well wishes. The family and I are safe and doing well.

[@reneequalls5878]

Thank God!

[@anjaschubert4086]

🙏🙏🙏

[@jodiblair861]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@daphnerandall4084]

I’ve been concerned about your animals in the storm. So glad you are all safe❤️🙏🏼

[@jeanninewakefield4630]

If anyone follows the Holler Homestead Ben posted on KZbin that the Rhodes farm sustained lots of damage but the family are all safe no loss or internet.

[@reneequalls5878]

I e been hoping to hear something from them. Thanks for posting

[@Wicked_urban_garden]

@@jeanninewakefield4630 I hope their new house and the animals are okay

[@jodiblair861]

Thank you for this update! I've been worried about them! ❤

[@jasonstevenson617]

I was worried that they got hit. Glad everyone is ok

[@jeanninewakefield4630]

@@Wicked_urban_garden it’s fine. The water came close but not in. Lower garden and high tunnel lost along with the bridge, turkeys and bees.

[@calliesirak5637]

Praying and waiting for a real time check in from y'all. Been so worried about your family and homestead. 🙏🙏

[@southerngrits920]

For those not familiar with the area. Asheville is destroyed. Chimney Rock is destroyed. There is no power or cell service in many areas. It is going to be a hard long time for these families. Roads and bridges are destroyed.

[@BlacksTropicalHomestead]

❤UPDATE ON OUR SOILFAMILY ❤ Thanks Heather For The Update Rhodes Hurricane update: We're ok but the lower farm is destroyed. Lost bees, turkeys, high tunnel, lower pasture, lower gardens, the bridge etc... came within feet of the house. There will be no power for weeks. Video posting will be delayed. Roads are closed but we have our generator with lots of fuel. Grandma and grandpa are safe and we will be able to access them by vehicle soon.

[@nataliedent4551]

OMG ❤ prayers

[@lorraineleschinsky8616]

Praying for everyone. I'm so sorry ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@anandrew6641]

Good thing they have the excavator and skid steer, they can fix downed trees and roads with excavators until the county can come in in 3 to 4 weeks, or November

[@reneeodayok859]

Devastating 😞 glad everyone is safe 🙏

[@Shibalvr]

@@BlacksTropicalHomestead sending prayers!

[@mariposavioleta9007]

As much as we're glad to see a video we'll all be even more glad to hear when you're able to tell us that you're all safe. Praying for you all🙏

[@michellebogle5428]

Justin i know y'all are probably devastated by your losses but the main thiing is your family is safe.. I'm really sorry for the animals lost. it took me 3 yrs to get me and my kids a home after ours was completely destroyed in Hurr. Charlie. but i was thankful my family was safe. it takes time but y'all will get it all replaced.. i know y'all aren't afraid of the hard work its gonna take. Be blessed by our Savoir Jesus. ❤ we love y'all 😊

[@janicegassaway6031]

Prayers for all of you, we've been worried!❤

[@CASohn]

Per a post on Abundance+ the hurricane flooded the lower pasture, they lost the bees, the turkey's, the high tunnel, the lower garden, the bridge washed out (i'm assuming to mom's) so no vehicular access yet, but mom and dad are safe.

[@johannaeldridge8971]

Thank you so much for sharing these details. I have been wondering (& trying not to worry) exactly where all the water would go after coursing down the mountain into the holler. Seeing devastating flooding of every valley in the region I was trying not to imagine the worst.

[@christineortmann359]

Thanks 🙏 going out for everyone.

[@patriciadean5452]

Thanks so much, just as I suspected. Praying for Mom & Dad, & for encouragement to the family in restarting their garden. There won't be turkey for Thanksgiving, but, in the light of what to loose, turkeys isn't really a huge loss.

[@paisleyjane9606]

500 years ago? Way less redundancy!

[@carolynrandle5454]

Alot of stress​@@patriciadean5452

[@pamelajohnson1132]

Do you have much storm damage. Have been concerned.

[@jeanninewakefield4630]

They lost the turkeys the high tunnel and lower garden, the creek bridge and it came very close to the big house. Grandma and grandpa are ok but they can’t get to the road should be ope. To get to them soon. Oh they lost the bees too. But they are all ok. No power but they have a big generator and lots of fuel.

[@jessicah2345]

Where can you find this info​@@jeanninewakefield4630

[@firsttimejimmy9791]

@@jeanninewakefield4630 Thank You for the update!

[@patriciadean5452]

@@jeanninewakefield4630 Yeah, love their generator.

[@lornawatkins8495]

I’ve been concerned for all of my favourite families on KZbin. I’ve haven’t heard from Doug and Eve of DIYfferrently, in Florida. Has anyone heard? An Australian 🇦🇺 friend here.

[@hillbillyshadetreefarm5732]

Praying for everyone in the parh of Helene. So glad to hear that everyone is ok, especially Grandma and Big Daddy.

[@stephanieg5195]

So glad y’all are doing ok! You have thousands of followers concerned for you! So grateful that Jess let us know that y’all are safe!❤

[@charlottesloan3165]

???? When did Jess mention the Rhodes?

[@stephanieg5195]

@@charlottesloan3165 in a post this morning

[@richardtaylor6341]

We are still without power south of the mountain here in South Carolina. It's horrible across the state line. I am praying for the Rhodes family and the more than 1k people still missing in Buncombe County, as well as all those affected throughout the country. Some places had 29 inches of rain in less than 48 hours

[@Wicked_urban_garden]

I’ll bet he filmed this last Sunday. 😊

[@booreed7813]

Right! Don’t think they went mountain biking this last Fri/Sat! Pray all is well and family simply has no internet service as well as a power outage. BE SAFE people! 😋

[@dixiegreenberg7773]

I'm grateful for those of you who posted about the Rhodes family being safe, even with the devastation of their farm. When I saw on the news the devastation of Ashville, and knowing how close the Rhodes family farm is to that city, I have been worried sick. I pray for all of those affected, but thank you all for posting about the Rhodes family!

[@thepadillafamilyhomestead]

This was probably a scheduled video. From what i understand they dont have power.

[@anandrew6641]

They have a big power generator as backup power, it's in many past videos.

[@anandrew6641]

Internet is probably thru Starlink, hopefully

[@mariposavioleta9007]

@@anandrew6641 in a comment above it says they don't have internet and videos would be delayed. They probably had this prescheduled prior to losing internet.

[@angelabutler1808]

My son lives in Ashville on Shenandoah rd . We finally heard from him late last night . I think they are in shock about how fast things changed and what this has done to his town . Praying for everyone in Y’all’s area

[@kimberdixon984]

Reading of the damage from the flooding. It is a relief to know that everyone is fine, but it sounds like a lot of devastation and loss of critters. Prayers for rebuilding, restoring. I know your strength is from Him and He will sustain each of you, but I am very sorry for all the damage. I will be watching as you come back even stronger.

[@IllaDub23]

Prayers are with you and yours - hope all of yall are safe and sound after the storm! 🙏🏼

[@michellelaclair]

I think this video shows they r fine

[@jessicah2345]

​@@michellelaclairthis video was filmed probably a week ago before the storm

[@justanothermichele]

​@michellelaclair This is not a recent video. Justin's videos are posted a week after they were filmed.

[@fhoenisamintole7949]

I AM SOOOO GRATEFUL THAT THE RHODES FAMILY REBECCA MOM AND DAD ARE ALL SAFE AND INTACT, AND TO ADD INSULT TO INJURY THER IS ANOTHER STORM BREWING IN THE GULF, I SEND MY PRAYERS TO EVERYONE THATIS EFFECTED BY THE STORM, PRAYERS FOR THE TURKIES AND BEES WHO DIDINT SURVIVE AND THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL FOR ALL THE ANIMALES THAT DID. . STAY SAFE RHODES FAMILY AS THE WATERS RECEDE, WE ARE ALL LOOKING FORWARD TO YOU ALL COMING BACK ONLINE.. NAMASTE.

[@IrishMiddleChild]

Are you guys okay?

[@XanBos]

I love the moments when the children come home and embrace the parents. Very heartwarming.❤❤

[@nickrosati3167]

Please give us a update on your family’s safety

[@deadpossum6826]

How are y'all after the storm 🙏🙏

[@rewilderlife4942]

Safe but they lost a lot. AB+ and FB has updates from Heather

[@zettlerpamela]

@@rewilderlife4942 how do we see Heathers post

[@joyrainesjones3043]

Anyone know the address on the web so we can check?

[@Tiffycha1982]

Abundance Plus ​@@joyrainesjones3043

[@deadpossum6826]

@@rewilderlife4942 im glad they're safe! Man I've had them on my mind heavy, especially just having moved into the house and everything 💔

[@Tiffycha1982]

Watching this and sad knwoing this was filmed before the storms 😢

[@rabiagraney7079]

I have been so very concerned for your family / farm. I can't believe you got a video out, albeit from before the storm/flooding. My prayers are sincere, and deep that you are each safe, secure, and in God's hands.

[@patriciadean5452]

WOW, you have official arrived at the older 3 vs the younger 2. Glad you all had a great time. Loved the hugs when the 3 older got home.

[@ashley-fayme3919]

Prayers 🙏🙏 Heather posted an update on Facebook and abundance plus. Everyone is OK the lower farm sustained considerable damage

[@tammyking-ic5gx]

How do we find Ms Heather?

[@ashley-fayme3919]

She posted on the abundance plus Facebook group as well as the abundance plus community page.

[@sharoncearley9795]

My late husband Cearley family is from the NC area originally & was part Cherokee.

[@okiebasil]

Hope the Hollar didn't flood too badly. Please give us an update when you can, Justin.

[@Gardengirlie04]

I’m hoping they didn’t have mud slides after clearing so many trees to make more pasture.

[@okiebasil]

@@Gardengirlie04 I'm worried that creek running beside their new farmhouse flooded the home.

[@Tiffycha1982]

Check Abundance Plus, updates are there.

[@Gardengirlie04]

@@Tiffycha1982 not a member

[@katiemontgomery7674]

​@@Tiffycha1982I don't see any updates on the abundance plus app at all. 🤷

[@sheilafrank8726]

Anyone know anything about the Art and Bri farm?

[@shelleypoole6415]

She posted and said they are fine. Some damage from trees down, but they are all okay.

[@patriciadelph1945]

Worried about you all,may God be with you.

[@janetbecker4282]

Your boys are such a blessing. They are a great example of good parenting. It's joyful watching their progress. Lil Ms Future Farmer warms my ❤️ heart. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@joemikos]

Saw this over on FB Please pray for Justin Rhodes and family. Here is an update - Heather posted this over on the A+ website: Rhodes Hurricane update: We're ok but the lower farm is destroyed. Lost bees, turkeys, high tunnel, lower pasture, lower gardens, the bridge etc... came within feet of the house. There will be no power for weeks. Video posting will be delayed. Roads are closed but we have our generator with lots of fuel. Grandma and grandpa are safe and we will be able to access them by vehicle soon.

[@beamsmom01]

Sending prayers

[@robbiedejonge8613]

Thank you, prayers for everyone in and around Asheville.

[@tarey05]

Thank you for posting this! 😊

[@deborahh2165]

Thanks for posting this! I was thinking with the creek so close... Oh no they just moved into the house and then this! Glad the water didnt reach the house and theyre all safe, but thats a lot of destruction too.

[@tearalewis7532]

So glad you are ok. We still have no contact for some loved ones on beech mountain and banner elk, which by photos....that could be had, and officials, some of the places are totally gone. And still only accessable by air. If anyone is interested north Carolinas weather advisory on FB has had the best up to date info on every county and now official statements and photos video of people who have been able to post. This was "biblical proportion" type damage said now by many officials. Many prayers needed as many are still missing and unacceptable as of last night

[@amandar7719]

I thought North American was covered in lakes created by beavers apart from the plains. Hashtag rotational fishing 😁

[@carlawarner7203]

So glad reading in the comments you are ok, but so very sorry for your losses. You and family including grandma and grandpa are in my prayers ❤🙏

[@surferbob9419]

I am glad you guys are all ok. Sorry to hear about the damage. Praying you power comes back sooner than what you think. ❤

[@karlaschaffner6592]

Gosh. If you have a way, please do a short, at least?

[@Chronicles1611]

I live in western NC there is no way to do anything in Asheville, it’s total devastation.

[@silverlineingstar]

So glad they were able to get a lot of food preserved. Praying they have everything they need during this time!

[@batpherlangkharkrang7976]

Hi..... Justin Rhodes and Rebecca thanks you for showing your video homestead bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋👍👍👍

[@lampholder1]

We all are concerned about the Rhoades Family and all the people of NC and Tennessee. I was so relieved to hear you all are ok! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jeanneshannon5607]

Where did you see that?

[@maryjeannelson1334]

MAKE TURKEY TETRAZINI. It is yummy

[@nikistrano3852]

Have been praying for y’all and everyone out there. Big prayers coming from Amboy, Washington! God bless!!

[@millermdiehl]

My mom grew up on a turkey farm near Danville Ohio. She loved the taste of turkey. I grew up with turkey divan. It was and is my favorite dish! How did you guys do with the hurricane. PLEASE GIVES US AN UPDATE!!!!

[@leegarner4111]

I was really worried about that man made lake up from the house,it holds a lot of water.So glad to know you all are alright.Nows the time to go back and watch past videos,keep the love coming.I watched fire on the mountain a few nights ago,when grandma was climbing up the ridge to watch the helicopter gather water.So much has changed.

[@kellyk7419]

Glad you’re family is safe. If I lived closer, I’d be there helping with clean up - praying for ya’ll 🙏🏼❤

[@kfowler193]

Sure would love a check in that you are alright!!! PLEASE!!!

[@susiea7129]

I bet they sure would like to be sitting safely in your home posting and not in an area that has no power, internet, public utilities. That area is devastated with many still unable to leave their homes. If you read the comments they have been in contact with a few who have posted an update.

[@Lo51848]

I’ve been really concerned about the Rhodes and friends living in the area. Hope the losses are limited and glad no one was hurt. Thanks for the news.

[@judithsmith9319]

My dad lives in Hendersonville, they are without electricity. He was able to get to town very slowly to get water and internet to let family know he's ok. He said town looks like a war zone.

[@janebowman9150]

Thank God you are alive!!!!

[@bonniedunkin-brady9358]

Your getting older, that's probably one reason your tired. Your not a young anymore

[@robbiedejonge8613]

Homesteading isn't for the faint of heart. You'd be exhausted if you had to do that much work everyday I don't care how old you are. Keep in mind we only see minutes of their day. There is so much more we never see.

[@choirmom78]

So glad to see y'all. We've been wondering how you faired through this devastation.

[@karensawchenko621]

So sorry this happened saw it on our local news here in canada vancouver British Columbia was worried its bad all around the southern states will say prayers for you all

[@moncho99able]

So great to see this video. Was worried about ya'll. Glad to see everyone is safe and healthy. Take care

[@consuelodelagarza2180]

Prayers for everyone affected by the path of Helene. May your families be safe 🫂

[@altonjames1677]

Glad everyone is safe, Thanks for the update it’s going to be a long recovery

[@redeemedforlivinglove3156]

Praying for yall and sending encouragement!❤

[@Mekare40503]

So worried about y’all ❤. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@craignash4736]

Justin did you miss church . Just reminding you

[@georgianative5735]

Praying for y'all! Hoping y'all are okay.

[@LosingDrea]

Sending up prayers for y'all!

[@patriciadean5452]

Praying no damage to house. Also praying for your encouragement from the Lord, in you 4 men, the cameraman included, are able to be encouraged in getting damage cleaned up. Praying for encouragement since you likely have to replant cool weather seeds. I am guessing you put the chickens in a barn stall.

[@patriciadean5452]

Ni damade ti home. Got this info from other homestead. The water missed the house by feet.

[@Rule1336]

WOW! some of these comments! There are 2 different posts with updates on the Rhodes family. How bout reading the comments first before asking? One comment actually said it's rude they don't update. How bout this? Maybe your fragile emotional well being shouldn't be tied to the lives of the Rhodes family. Maybe some of you need to get a life of your own. From what I read in the comments, It could be a LONG TIME before they get power/internet back. So, some of you are gonna just have to CHILL til they can post another vid. I can tell you right now that the first vid Justin does post is gonna be painful to see. There will be A LOT of damage. Also, since some of you haven't figured this out after all these years, Justin's vids are created a week behind their actual posting date. This vid was created on 9/22. At the time of this vid, Helene was 5 days away. I think it's sad that this all has to be explained to some. Maybe it's the Fluoride in the tap water. I try very hard, in my comments, to be uplifting and positive. But enough is enough. To those to whom this does not apply, my apologies. Be blessed y'all! Yashua rules!

[@knottymom88]

@@Rule1336 YES!!!!

[@johnbunting698]

You know what if they would’ve titled this we’re safe and we’re OK but I don’t want to be marketing while I’m sitting there worried about a whole bunch of people

[@willette65]

These are scheduled and titled a week in advance. There is no way to edit with no internet or power nor should we expect that. ​@johnbunting698

[@Rule1336]

@@johnbunting698 Not sure about "marketing vs worried bout people" . But I can tell you this definitively. Today's vid was filmed, edited and uploaded several days ago. Then set with today as release date. THAT IS A FACT! Due to the FACT that they don't have internet. They COULD NOT go back in and change the title. Do you understand now? Bottom line-The Rhodes family owes nobody NOTHING! They are not required to cater to whims. Kick back, enjoy your life, and move on from this. I am CERTAIN that when Justin has internet, he will shoot a vid of the damage. Believe me, when you see that, perhaps you'll then understand why getting a vid posted has been WAY DOWN on his list of priorities. Be blessed y'all. Yashua rules!

[@johannaeldridge8971]

​@@Rule1336agreed. Verbally attacking those who are in crisis for not communicating to anonymous outside world is bizarre toxic passive-aggressive victim blaming. Also, Justin DID apparently post an update to his paid content platform Abundance+ . It makes sense that Justin would use his limited resources to check in there and help coordinate his subscriber homesteaders who may also be in crisis from the storm to help one another in their respective locales. Anyone wanting more connectivity can buy a membership! Even so, no one has a 'right' to criticize or complain.

[@jojoco120]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@loridavis1823]

Prayers for you all🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@angiegranberry3366]

Lots of prayers for everyone. This is devastating. So many people effected. 😢 But God! Almighty God is with you!!

[@amarilisberdeal3319]

Thank you. We have been so worried. Thanking the good Lord for keeping you all safe. We are praying for you and all victims of this catastrophic event.

[@patbwi5871]

REALITY PLEASE........

[@kriswhite1344]

Worried the more I saw the devastating damage in Asheville, NC I became more concerned... praise GOD everyone is safe..

[@augustagootee6254]

Prayers for you guys am sure you all don't have power won't see this but prayers for you all and all of you all affected by this devastating hurricane Helene!!! Take care roads family!!

[@lynnenorris]

Been praying that your family is safe. The losses are heartbreaking but you are strong and will prevail.

[@dellaB22]

Justin, do you know a farming family that lost everything that we can help? thanks

[@daphnerandall4084]

The new house is so beautiful! I hope Helen didn’t wreck it❤❤

[@4BWVan]

Thank God everyone is OK. It's sad about the bees and turkeys, but at least the other animals survived and all humans are well. NGL I was praying the new house wasn't ruined.

[@patriciakay7486]

Expectation of life at birth 13-36 years for various Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures, most of the results lying in the range 24-32 years. Aztec life expectancy 41.2 years for men and 42.1 for women. Around a third of infants died in their first year.-Wikipedia. I do not have the data or the expertise to determine which factors were most powerful in this short lifespan- starvation, war, illnesses, accidents, poor nutrition. I am 73 and I am glad to be alive!

[@susu0224]

In reference to sibling rivalry- do not let it fester and don’t stay out of it, because as they age it will only get WORSE! By then it will be too late to fix it, get involved! But don’t take sides, let them know brotherly love is sacred and powerful especially for their futures they both need to respectful toward each other. Mindful of each other’s feelings just because they are young men doesn’t mean they aren’t sensitive to words and actions. I know what I’m talking about as it’s happened in my family. As adults we are STILL working on the dysfunctions from our childhood, my stepfather always taught us not to fight with each other but instead support and protect each other. He wouldn’t allow it. He was RIGHT! They will work it out through your enduring love and support as we all see on your channel;)

[@isadelahunt2284]

So glad to hear you are all safe, despite such heavy losses. I hoped the creek wouldn't get to the new house after all that work! You've got this, though. Plenty of food and you're set up with back-up systems. Please take time to regroup and be glad to have each other, all together. All will be put to rights again, better than before. Sending you good thoughts from the PNW!

[@pattyhinman8443]

Been thinking of you all and how you weathered the storm. With Asheybattered so badly I’ve worried about you and the farm. Hope to hear from you about this before long.

[@rubystarr-1]

I've been wondering how they're faring in Hoopers Creek. I used to live on Jackson Road in Fletcher and hopefully, all is well in the area.

[@jaykay46]

Thank God yall are safe & sound our thoughts & prayers are with y'all!🙏🙏🙏

[@marthareedy]

I pray you are all okay. Please know we are all concerned about your safety. Let us know when you can. We understand you have more important things to attend to.

[@barbaradoye1989]

So worried! Take care, Rhodes family! Lot's of praying!

[@peppernc429]

We are hearing you suffered a lot of damage. But, your family is safe. That is what matters, you all are safe. God’s speed!💗🙏🇺🇸

[@suebailey6893]

Praying for you all, hope Grandma and Grandpa are safe.We are all thinking about you!

[@lorashep]

Been thinking about you all wondering if you were ok 🙏🙏🙏 thanks for the updates !!

[@milliegee703]

Justin I don't know how to reach people. People need you now! Georgia news preppper university!

[@lilliebell4925]

Praying for all those affected by the storm. We live in Thonotosassa, Fl. No severe damages in this area.

[@maryjaneeaton441]

Justin, you normally have such extraordinary energy being tired occasionally helps you relate to the rest of us mere mortals.

[@keithmonast3043]

Longer videos please! Love watching your family learn and grow.

[@neenautube2]

Prayers for the Rhodes Family and All the Folks effected by storm!!

[@Selahhavenhomestead]

Been thinking and praying for y’all for days. Glad to see update. How can we help you

[@samanthat.2969]

From Florida: we are praying for those effected by tjis hurricane .

[@albrownmd]

Whats cool is finding stone tools / arrowheads to bring into view that others have been on the land before us. Have you ever found any arrowheads on your farm?

[@emilycole6453]

❤🙏 Praying for all those affected by Helene. God bless you all! 🙏❤️

[@jamesw9223]

Please make a video covering the damage. Lots of people in the US don't even know what happened

[@lizgessnermcallister4884]

We’re bison east of the Mississippi? I don’t know?.. anyone know?

[@uranusprincess6827]

Been thinking of you guys so sorry for this scary storm. Hope everyone is safe and ok. So sorry to hear about the Turkeys and garden 💔 hope this brings unity and strength to your family during this terrible time

[@marydeterville7758]

Justin hoap u and u family's are right be safe god blessing👍

[@katherineisbell9265]

Been praying that your family is safe…that’s all that matters when it’s all said and done!