One of the coolest little things (A little update walk) | VLOG

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm
Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile.
There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart - to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here.
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[@susanparker-heitel702]

A few years ago I bred golden doodles. My first litter had a great story. About a year after they left 2 owners contacted me to say they took their pup to a local dog park. Each entered at the same time but different entrances, both dogs broke away and immediately ran to each other very happy to see one another. The owners of course talked and figured out they were siblings. It is such a heart warming story.

[@jackcsaffell5641]

Hi Ms. Jessica. Here's the lady with Bear's sister, "Hey George", George is her husband, "does that dog look like Fanny to you or is it just my imagination?" George: "Wow, hot diggity dog, they could be siblings." What an amazing story Ms. Jessica. God bless, take care.

[@Pamsgarden213]

You now have me telling my seedlings happy birthday. :-)

[@lisamalene9316]

Here in Norway, a lot of the farmers also work as stand by plowing crew in case of snow fall, because they own tractors and have the equipment. This january we've had over 100 cm of snow where I live, and farmers have been on the road plowing almost around the clock, in addition to having to deal with snow on their own property, water freezing, electricity breakage, trying to keep the heat up indoors (got down to -30C), caring for their animals, etc etc. They are real life heroes, for sure!

[@galeharris6696]

Sweetie, you can always cry over your awesome doggie as far as I'm concerned. My son was 8 years old when we lost Miss Brown, his wonderful old boxer dog. He woke in the night for weeks, crying his heart out because she was gone, and I still can't think of that time without tearing up, even though my boy will be 36 in a few days. Now he has his dog, Levon, and that's his dear buddy. Thank you as always, for sharing your life and thoughts with us.💕

[@UrbanWhiteBuffaloFarm]

Hey Jess, There are once in a lifetime dogs. I always told my wife as soon as we get a house I am getting a dog some type of golden retriever or retriever. A few years later the day we closed on our house I went to work and another nurse asked me if I knew anyone that wanted a puppy. I asked her what kind of dog she said half golden retriever and half black lab. I said I will take it! she said you haven't seen it and I told her God told me years ago once I buy a house I will get a puppy. I shared I closed on a house this morning and this is my gift from Jesus. The next day I went and got her. She was my dog 24 hours a day! After I lost my wife she was my best best friend! When she met my new wife she went right to her and I knew. I would drive to see her and get there open the door she would run right in the house while I was still in my truck. Her name was Honey and it fit so well. She helped me through some of the very worst days. thank you for the video today. Steven

[@patriotmama]

That is SO COOL about Bear and his litter mates!! How awesome is that?? I had my "soul dog" for 15 years. A black lab named Molly. Someone dropped her off at our farm and she and I were best buds. My hubby was an EMS helicopter pilot for years, before he retired. He flew mostly nights and Molly was my protector and my company. She went to the garden, the clothesline, the mail box, on walks, she listened to my fears and would comfort me when there were tears. She adored all our grandkids and was a great guard dog when someone came around that she didn't know especially when my hubby was at work. She scared off the coyotes and loved the cats. We lost her to kidney failure two years ago and I still mourn her. No other dog will ever take her place in my heart.

[@rossmail5924]

I found a litter mate of my two border collies at the park one day; the recognition and response they had to each other was so amazing to see! I truly believe they knew exactly who each other was after nine years ❤ the body language was like nothing before! True love .

[@steveegbert7429]

That is indeed cool! Not only did you find Bear's siblings, but you made a new friend. The simple things in life are sometimes the best.

[@jillstutz4191]

Hi Jess, I know it's very early on in planning for your home, but I have a few suggestions. Mostly to plan for aging, but also for just in case something happens. I highly recommend a square bathroom with a "Roll In Shower". Not a walk in, but a roll in. Wide hallways, no narrower than 36". And a kitchen with 32" to 36" clearance around a kitchen island. Walk in closet(s) with a 36" doorway. Actually, all doorways being 36" wide would be smart. It's nice to have these measurements even with able bodied people.

[@diannemiller4754]

I agree with wider doorways. A friend even put in doors that slid inside the wall. These are what I would have done had I built a home. Looking to the future as we age.

[@suemcculley7073]

You will never regret any of these ideas and they are so much easier to implement during the building process rather than at some further time. Best to you❤

[@RedneckHillbillies]

Yes to these things! We are building a house with these things in mind, because we plan to spend the rest of our lives in the home and age in place. Our building inspector suggested we add backing for future grab bars in the bathrooms too.

[@mehtarelingolien]

@@diannemiller4754 Pocket doors!

[@mehtarelingolien]

Even if it's not for you/family, you could have houseguests that require accessibility.

[@sheilaholmquist6648]

My sweet Edie was my heart. She was a flat coated retriever. She was with us for 11 years and followed me everywhere I went. She was my comfort, my friend and my fur-love. She's been gone from this earth for a long time, though lives in my memories and my heart everyday. ❤️❤️

[@katiebrodeen4241]

I totally got teary-eyed, dogs are such a gift in life.

[@ThisandThatOutdoors]

There's so much happiness in this video. From Bear and siblings to everything coming together in your greenhouse to y'alls future house. I love it!

[@katedecker9442]

I always love when I see Bear running next to the 4x4 so this video all about him is ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bethgaither1214]

Your family loves Bear. Please know all of your viewers love him too. He Is Loved! There is another youtuber I follow a few hours north of you - they have a nursery and a German Shepherd named Brynna. She, like Bear, lives the life! Just pure love! ❤❤❤ Thank you again Jess for taking us along.

[@domesti-city]

One year my friend's brindle cattle dog made an unplanned breeding with her basset hound. Several years later I walked into a veterinarian's office and saw this homely adorable brindle spotted basset hybrid, and I knew what litter it had come from. The owner confirmed it as soon as I inquired, and I had fun calling my friend to tell her I saw her pup.

[@jenniferrichardson5106]

Aw, that's the sweetest thing about finding Bear's siblings! It took me years to get over the loss of my childhood dog, but a few years ago I fell instantly in love with a boxer at a pet store rescue. He was more than likely used as a bait dog before we adopted him, and just skin and bones. He "ate" three couches due to separation anxiety within the next few years, but he fit a space in my heart that I didn't think another dog would ever fit. I don't know that I'll ever have another dog like those two again. I "get" your excitement and understand that connection that you can't really explain.

[@lakeshorevideos8352]

Jess….your story makes my heart SMILE!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

[@Oh-yes-she-can]

I had my bear for 10 years he was half pit bull half boxer and he was the absolute best dog I have ever had, he passed away this last year before I had my baby and I was so incredibly torn apart. He was my everything, my first baby I still cry for him. We got him cremated and we have him with us ❤

[@salenakeyes300]

It makes me think of what our lineage can pass on as individuals. And how what we pass on as a family or a community, can create such a widespread impact in little unknown ways. Our pieces of good can fit into so many people's lives and cause them to experience something profound.

[@talkandeattv]

finding out about bear's siblings is the sweetest thing ive heard in a long time

[@danacutler4989]

If you know, you know! I do, and I appreciate you sharing your love and connection to Bear and his littermates. Dogs rule. It may sound dramatic, but dogs have saved my life more than once. Kindness, nurturing, empathy in buckets and never asking for more than a belly rub in return.

[@heatherolson458]

"If you know, you know." Truly!

[@georgianamcglinchey573]

Jess, we who have “that” dog, get it 100%.

[@cherylmoran5134]

In my “neck of the woods” we call it making hay while the sun shines. 🙂

[@susanmcconnell6041]

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SMART BOYS!!! THAT'S AWESOME!!! 🥰😘🥰😊🥰🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@susanrichards4844]

The amazing story/connection about Bear! When you know you know. ❤ And then …………………”we kiss a lot!” My heart smiled so big🥰🥰🥰

[@nancyschwartz5665]

🥰 Bear has a sister and a brother! AND you have a hose!!!

[@stefaniemckee3354]

Jess, that is absolutely the coolest thing ever! It's amazing how small the world is on the internet!

[@deewinston5651]

Thank you for sharing Jess. Very fun that you found Bear’s litter mates, and hearing they both have some traits like Bear. Be blessed.❤️✝️🙏

[@sydneykasmar]

Loved the Bear story. What a wonderful connection to have for such a wonderful dog.

[@manishaholm]

I had a cat like that, the most rewarding relationship in my life.

[@steveegbert7429]

I can relate to that, My boy kitty Ariel that I have had now for 15 years is the best fur friend I have ever had.

[@taraconroy6631]

So happy to hear you found Bear's siblings ❤️🐾❤ A sweet dog is such a blessing. Our 95lb 2yr old pup is the heart of our family and knowing his sister and brother has made this litter even more special. And yes they all lay on their backs to sleep with all 4's up in air! 😅

[@kalenabatt2143]

I hired a dog-sitter off Rover on a whim one night when I was going out and it ended up that she walks my dog's brother! Total fluke but so cool. We have met up many times now to walk them together and she has become a good friend 🥰

[@cosmohella8879]

At Costco today they had two different sizes of premade green houses on display. I am still early in my classroom with no outdoor space to utilize a green house. Still fun to look and dream. Will be adding plumbed with a hose to the list of dream set up for the future garden ❤

[@georgiapanzer7113]

I think you should write a book about Bear's family journey.

[@karenokeane6461]

Jess, your 'twice in a lifetime' dog story warms my heart and gives me hope. My 'once' in a lifetime dog---a Chesapeake named Mandy----was our family's dog growing up, and crossed the rainbow bridge decades ago now. I still think of her every day. Since moving out of my parents' home, I have yet to become a pet parent, due to work schedules, 'no animal' rules with landlords, etc. But very soon, I will be in a position to finally have a dog!! And it's crossed my mind--"will I love it as much as I did/do Mandy". I adore all dogs, and have had the good fortune to love several throughout my adult life--friends, family's pets---they were all great in their own ways, but in my heart did not compare to my long-ago Chessie. While I am very much looking forward to having animals again, I know none of them will ever be my Mandy---but hearing your "Bear' experience tells me lightning can indeed strike twice. Fingers crossed. LOL

[@Lifetimelearningisbrave]

“Good dogs” mean trained dogs. They just don’t happen which many kid dog owners don’t know because the parents trained it then they allow their dogs to develop bad behavior People tend to blame the dog or excuse the dog. Instead of doing the HARD work of having boundaries and keeping them. Barely dogs today are a dime a dozen as people don’t know the basics and allow bad behavior as they don’t care that they are part of society. Please learn how to train a dog. Can not tell you how our neighborhood is terrorized by unsocialized untrained dogs that actually hurt and scare people. Dogs that are highly trained and socialized have more freedom and they are more content. Also dogs are not people or children which is the first wrong assumption bad pet owners project onto their dogs. Good luck!!!

[@karenokeane6461]

@@Lifetimelearningisbrave Am keenly aware of all you mention. OF COURSE, proper training is KEY. Equally key is the animal's temperament, which is unique unto the animal itself. And level of intelligence, which can vary greatly amongst breeds. The list goes on, as you know. LOL I entered my Chessie in several agility/dog show competitions, just for fun, since I knew her strengths/attributes, and how she'd enjoy dock diving and prancing around a ring. LOL In that particular dog's case, it was far more her temperament and level of intelligence than any extensive training. Every animal is different, and it's up to the 'pet parent' to pay close attention, and act accordingly....communicate and train. I plan on having the same breed--Chesapeake Bay Retriever---since their general characteristics mesh well with my lifestyle...but who knows whether the new dog will have all those traits (my first one did, across the board, every last one) or just a few, or none at all?? We shall see. I appreciate your insight, as it is great advice for anyone who has pets in their lives. :) I strongly believe we don't give our domestic pets enough credit in their levels of intuition and intelligence.....they understand far more than most give them credit for, and can be directed/focused away from bad behaviors. :)

[@amandar7719]

Talking about cold weather AND building a house, I’ve recently discovered James of @ wild Homestead. He’s an absolute hoot 😂 Building his mini house (to practice before a main house) in the Canadian wilderness in deep snow. His humble yet Viking approach to build a beautiful homestead for his future wife (not got one yet) and their ten children (pipe dream), is, IMO, refreshing. He makes me LOL. His latest upload might provide encouragement to those building by error and In below zero snowdrifts. Hashtag Recommended viewing instead of the Oscars 😂

[@Stephanie-jg3ln]

A Bear and siblings reunion would be so sweet.

[@ria9881]

That's awesome about Bear's siblings! 💖 So sweet! I am so excited to watch the progress of your home being built. What a lovely piece of himself to gift his family. Miah, you're awesome!

[@tarabishop8499]

My “soul dog” was Heidi. She was a Lhasa mix. She loved massages…I would put lotion on her belly and she would fall asleep. When someone would come over she would run to them and roll over on her back and pee all over herself. Then I would bathe her and always used the hair dryer on her with a soft brush and of course the lotion…my husband said Heidi had me wrapped around her little paw. I silently agreed with him, yes but it was a very good wrap!!❤❤❤

[@LaBonnevie61]

My son and I have brothers. Their temperaments are similar. They lay on their sides and cross their front legs wrapping the top leg around the bottom one. After 5 years of living miles apart we now live next door with no fence between us. Willy comes over to spend time with Thor. They are besties. I’m so fortunate to be Thor’s person.

[@futurefolk9919]

It's funny. Years ago we had a black lab, Gabby 🥰😪. We went to the vet and in the parking lot another man was there with his black lab. My husband and I were like- wow! He looks just like our dog! Come to find out, they were in fact litter mates. She was an amazing dog and I still miss her. Blessings to you and everyone else, as always.

[@teriismail5001]

"We kiss a lot." 😂❤

[@candymadigan9308]

I watch both you and Morgan. As a matter of fact, I came to you through Morgan. I feel like I know both of you. I am so envious of both of you.

[@metalmartha2571]

Here in Canada -11 is T-shirt weather lol. Oddly enough this winter, we’ve been averaging single digit weather. It’s so crazy! I must say even without The usual green of your farm it still looks enchanting!❤

[@farfromhomesteading5255]

I'm lucky enough to have the best dog buddy ever. He's half collie and half Anatolian Shepard and Great Pyrenees. He's a big guy but has such a kind soul. He's the best dog I've ever had, and he is having his 6th birthday next month.

[@tammymurphy2707]

Congratulations to the boys on their dedication to education!!!

[@debihuntsman9314]

That's so cool to make that connection with Bear's sibling's owner. My once-in-a-lifetime dog was a 100 pound blonde lab named Molly. She loved to ride in the car, sit in our lap, and she also slept on her back, and loved to hog the a.c. vent. 😂 We had her for 12 years, until she passed 4 years ago. For a long time after that, I could still hear her everywhere in the house. 💔

[@ECole-le7we]

I adore Bear. And I love the story about how you got him just as much. Maybe some day you will retell it. So inspirational.

[@MinnTee]

"It smells like life in here." ❤

[@jskingfamilyfarm1386]

I love when I'm watching videos and I can't decide if that's your rooster making a racket or mine😂

[@furbabymom1133]

I absolutely love the story of Bear's siblings. That is so amazing. I would be jumping for joy and excited for weeks over something like that.🥰

[@danaokay]

Jeremiah not really being a dog OR tomato person is the funniest thing to me 😂 you love each other so well!

[@HiveCreekFarm]

“Synchronicities” are so fun to find. How cool. I bet it made their day too!

[@jengreenhill6256]

This is where genetics is shining through. Congratulations on finding his liter mates. Always a good thing to know he and his siblings are amazing companions.

[@LouiseJ48896]

Exactly! That is so important!Carefully breed dogs (dose not have to be pure breeds) or rescues that what I say❤️ I mean bear was from an accidental litter but evidently his genetics are really good ❤️

[@jacqulinejackson4822]

Good to see Lulu, have not seen her for months, more plz😁

[@francesahrens1578]

Such synchronicity…loved hearing about the dog siblings ❤!

[@lynnpasteris4362]

I love how excited you get when you plant pop!

[@aloras405]

My once in a lifetime dog was my childhood dog Toby. He was such a fantastic dog.

[@mojoflyingsolo639]

When we got ready to have our log home built I put together a binder with all my finishes door knobs, cabinet pull, lights, toilets, tubs, showers, tile in each bathroom, sinks. I had Formica counters put in but have since changed them to quarts (bad mistake anything that drops on them scatters into a million pieces) should have done butcher block. Planning on changing my flooring to water proof vinyl flooring, it is easy to clean and looks beautiful both great for farm living and dogs. I basically went from room to room in my head and listed my finishes. I made a copy for me and one for my builder. I drafted my own house plans and electrical layout. I wanted a plugins every 6 to 8 feet along the walls. I highly recommend you put in 2 sinks in your kitchen, you won't regret it. Another thing you might want to put since you have so many men in your home consider a urinal in the boys bathroom. Can't wait to start watching your house being built.

[@southerngardengigi]

I love doing walk through on new open houses. I get great ideas from those

[@sherreehartwig4600]

Dogs named Bear are the greatest dogs. Our Bear was a lab and golden mix. He looked like a black golden. We got him as a puppy when our girls were little. He was the Best dog with my girls. Bear bear. Lived to 12.

[@amandal1430]

Rosie is my soul dog ❤ I was so excited when I found her littermate. We used to do doggie play dates with her brother before we moved. I still keep in touch with the family online now.

[@marygrott8095]

That story about Bear's siblings is very cool! Congratulations to your sons on making Honor Roll!!

[@karentuthill8308]

Oh Jess!!😊 Bear's story mad me tear up with excitement for you.❤ I can totally relate too. I had a 19 ½ year old black lab named Bucko that passed in my arms and that day forever lives in my heart.❤ Now I have litter mate huskadores, Ozzy and Earsha, whom I love sooo very BIG!!!❤ They just turned 8 years old and are my soul babies forever, as my sweet Bucko is.❤ Thank you for sharing your story with us and for taking us along with you on your walk. I could listen to you all day.❤ Still think you're a rock star girly!! Much love and God bless you!!❤🙏

[@yvettesaxon8572]

Today it’s 36°Celsius in Central Queensland, Australia at 54% humidity. It’s cyclone season. It’s a mowing party here atm, all the dams are full, the grass is growing so fast I can almost see it growing in real time. You guys are beautiful, I love watching your vids, real people warm my heart ♥️

[@maytezaldivar8384]

Why did I get goosebumps while you were telling the story about Bear’s siblings?! 😊

[@belieftransformation]

That’s a very cool story about Bear’s siblings! Great progress! Hope all are feeling better! Blessings to all 🤗🇨🇦

[@consultingdesign0225]

I'm in NS. What province r you? Hope not one of them that hit hit with the Polar Vortex! In NS it's been warmer than Jessica's place 4 daytime highs.

[@teresamozingo6521]

The story about Bear and his siblings is an awesome story. So cool. Thank you for sharing.

[@julie-annepineau4022]

Love discovering what is nature and what is nurture, people and pets. It is so cool that you found Bear's siblings and that they have personality and quirks in common. Wow you got as cold as we have been lately and I am in the frozen north, lol. We usually stay at -5 to -10 with a wind chill most of the winter.

[@debrabray8855]

Dogs are the best angels ever. Blessed is the human that has a soul mate dog. Dogs are just special. ❤❤

[@jackielaures4060]

There’s a guy that works at my Wegmans who has my dogs brother. I went to the breeder with the intent on getting the brother, Chance, and that was it. But then the sister, my Molly girl, chose me. So.. this is amazing to me ❤️ I went up to him on Christmas Eve and finally introduced myself.. we shared photos and all the fun things.. and now I have a forever friend at wegmans!

[@theneens5535]

We had a whole week of snow/ice and temps of -15f. This is not "normal" for our area in SE Tennessee. I didn't venture out as I am 69 with issues balance due to inner ear. However, Halo our black lab/pit mix loved it while Cash our full pit wanted nothing to do with it! Our cats loved watching the snow fall and cuddled on the couch and any warm surfaces they could find. ( The top of the dryer was coveted 22:42 by some while other curled around the coffee maker or crockpot) they finally found the multiple afghans and fleece blankets that we brought out and everyone was happy. Now it's raining and in the high 50's low 60s. And is supposed to rain tomorrow and all weekend. So towels by the back door for the dogs is staying in place.

[@sandieweatherup]

Your story is cool. We had a ❤ dog, her name was Tara, a border collie. She was 16 when she passed. I'd take another Tara in a minute.🐕

[@judypeterson2533]

This is the coolest thing I’ve seen in a while. How awesome to come across people like that. I just recently had to put my Great Dane down then a few months later at my work a new employee just had a litter of Great Dane puppies. Jasmine came home and her brother and her sister went to two other employees. So we are watching each sibling grow and play dates. So much fun. Enjoy your channel so much.

[@ambersimpson75]

That is so awesome to find his siblings, I hope they get a meet up, maybe a zoom gathering or something. I know my husband is so connected to his Shepard/malenwa. Our lab Bentley is truly dear to me. He is so many things to me. Both dogs remind me of dogs I've had before. Maybe that's what you talking about, the connection between a dog you used to have and the one you have. Pretty great thing 😎❣️😎

[@kimberlyk1502]

Aww that’s such a sweet story about Bear and his siblings 🥹 My soulmate cat was the absolute sweetest and my best friend has her sister. I’ll never forget her (she passed last year) and whenever I see her sister I am reminded of how amazing and loving she was ❤

[@dawnbrown2125]

Jess just want to add your having a great hair day, loving the color , it looks so healthy !

[@jerryabigailahrens8239]

What a fun story! I have to tell you, the other day I planted some Heather seeds, and I kid you not, two hours later I checked on them. 😂. I thought of you and it made me smile!

[@RevLetaLee]

It would be so cool to see them together and see if they recognize each other. Very cool!

[@MissyMessy43]

I did Embark with both of my dogs since they are mutts. For my younger dog Dorothy the one close relative that matched with her looked identical even down to the spotting patterns. Based on when the relative was tested he was definitely a couple years older than her, but they had shared 90% of their DNA. Despite her coming from a different state the relative lived in a tiny town only 30 minutes away. I was super excited and messaged them hoping we could talk but they never read my message. I was really wishing we could compare our dogs and their backstories. All I knew about Dorothy was she was born at a different rescue but was transferred to the rescue I got her from when it became obvious when she had medical issues that would make it hard to get her adopted (she has cerebellar hypoplasia). Her results also came back with a COI(coefficient of inbreeding) of 74%. In other words, three quarters of the DNA she inherited from her mom was identical to what she inherited from her dad. From my calculations it would take more than seven generations of sibling/sibling or parent/child breeding to get it even close to that percentage. Which makes me guess that they probably came from a hoarding situation. But this just brought up questions on how/when the dogs were rescued since the other dog was adopted at least 6+ months before my dog was born. I would have thought all the dogs would have been removed from the home at the same time. Now I am just hoping that one day I will randomly run into them someday.

[@juliebowers5850]

Villonia. I did Arkansas in Conway when we moved a bridge from The Cabron to the lake. Mr friends kid plays sports there now. Truly the small world.

[@suzannegrimes9743]

That really is cool about Bear!!! As they say…..it’s a small world !!!

[@karenm5681]

Oh, that is SO COOL! Absolutely amazing.

[@kathyprice5118]

Wow! A honor roll is great! Bear’s sibling story is amazing! The power of the internet.

[@majesticmaily]

That’s so exciting for Bear!! They can have a family reunion. I’m having this whole story in my head of how it will go down haha

[@fadedrose100]

I commented a few days ago that I was germinating a package of broccoli seeds packaged for 2018. I can't remember the exact number of seeds but it was well over 300. They have sprouted and so far I have filled two 72 cell trays, planted some in the greenhouse and there's still a bunch more in the germination tray! It's been a fun experiment but I will be eating some for sprouts for sure.

[@bethhubbs9937]

I've always loved Bear. He is such a special dog. Cool to hear about his backstory and sibs. :)

[@bholden4560]

You have such a precious heart❤. Thank you for sharing with us😊

[@sallyboothe911]

Hi Jess, I enjoyed the visit this morning. So many sweet findings. Exciting that you found Bear’s family, so sweet. Congrats to all the guys for getting all A’s… yay y’all! Blessings to your family 🙏🏻🩷

[@justuskirwa6857]

Hey Jess. Bears story is just a testament of the impact you’ve had on this KZbin community . I pray that you don’t tire impacting lives, that you will always have joy doing it, and never feel pressured to do what you do best. Do you ever feel pressured to post content?

[@lifeinthepiedmontVirginia]

Love this story. Yes my Bear (bernese moutain dog is my sweetest dog I can't explain) She is so special.

[@craigreason]

I absolutely love this story. Why not try to zoom and have them see each other. Then film their reaction.

[@angimurphy1139]

If you know you know 🐾🥰😻 Mine was also a dog named Bear - a black lab/Newfoundland mix who I had for more than a decade (got him at about 2-3 years old). He was definitely one of those once in a lifetime dogs. Such a fun sweet connection story!!!

[@gailgreenberg6953]

I know. My soul mate dog was a Rottweiler. He also slept on his back. He passed 15 years ago and I still cry over him.

[@ginnamagda5810]

Hi Jess. Dogs are our family. Now your 4 legged family is extended. Yay. Life without dog has an empty space in my opinion. Congrats to the boys enjoy dinner out. And I know you’ll love that new hose. ! Aren’t you a lovely lucky gal with that talented hubby! Can’t wait to watch the house come to life

[@kkeenan536]

Love the dog story 🥰 I ran into a lady with one of my dogs pups at the gas station! They had very unique colors and markings (Red Heeler & Samoyed mix) so was easy to spot! Fun connecting and always a relief to know the pups got a good home

[@kristinem9171]

One of my biggest home build regrets was being so focused on where the house we designed would fit kn then property in regards to driveway+front door+ garage that my kitchen window wound up on the north side of a portion of the house that stuck out(our house was T shaped with an attached garage) so my kitchen window got zero direct sun and the kitchen window was also overlooking the side yard and a small deck and a side door only a few feet away around the corner, I couldn't do a greenhouse window or grow herbs in the kitchen window. I was so sad!

[@melissasekely5107]

Every year I’ve been saving seeds from my broccoli that bolts so that I can just grow a bunch of micro greens! Which is quite often because the weather is constantly changing here lol. I’m near Lake Erie.