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[@ennalu2560]

Tell Miah I watched his greenhouse tutorial a million times while I built my own DIY greenhouse this summer! My first build ever. Thank you!! Yes to more tutorials from Miah! :) -Annie

[@kingskings1013]

What a greenhouse video😳 I’m looking it up now!!

[@craftygranny8035]

Asher is rocking that teal hair! I enjoy when Miah does his instructional/ step by step videos. It's fun to go along with you and your family on your journey, thank you for sharing with us. It is a blessing to see your daddy out helping. May he continue to heal and thrive through the prayers of many.

[@Kight213]

We definitely need a “Jeremiah’s Tutorial” channel. His instructions are so valuable. Please Jeremiah, please consider your own teaching channel. Jess, please tell your dad it was wonderful seeing him. He looks amazing. Still praying for him though.

[@pearlymae5705]

I second that ! Miah we want a channel from you R&R FARM BUILDS. Purtty please 😁

[@archaprice3372]

R & R Farm builds, great name!

[@wanderertimetogo348]

I thing Benjamin needs his own garden channel. He is so excited about the garden.

[@tamrawhitney]

Ditto on Miahs tutorial channel ❣️❣️

[@BPMEmmelia]

I third this idea!

[@dottiewelch6964]

Hey Jess… It must be such a relief to have your dad with you and doing so good. Thank you for sharing. Everything looks just great ! 🌻

[@crystalpaquette91]

I've always dreaded the 5 year plan because things can change so dramatically without warning. However, I admire that you are taking your property into perspective and allowing yourselves the grace you need to go step by step as excited as you may be. You've inspired me in more ways that I can count and I am grateful you share as much of your life that you do.

[@dianatennant4346]

I think Miah would do really great at doing some of those tutorials even if it just stayed a smaller behind the scenes channel for a while until you guys were really up and running you guys can do anything you think you can you will put forth the effort and I think have God's backing

[@angelamiedema]

Just gotta tell you Jess, my kids watch with me just in the hopes of seeing "Ash"! They think his personal style is great and since they are huge pokemon fans they love his name! As a mom, I am so fond of his quiet, sweet personality that pops in once in a while just to make his Mama happy. :)

[@jamieranieri235]

I REALLY needed this today, I’m turning the big 40 and really missing my dad who passed. I just needed the warmth and amazing energy that is Roots and Refuge

[@emmylivingston4380]

As a single mom with homestead goals I would LOVE tutorial videos from Jeremiah! One day I'll build a window green house (i already have the windows😁) and animals that need shelter. He's clear, organized, and explains/shows things in a patient way and I feel like I could do these projects too. Love to see the progress on your farm!

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

Jess, I know you, and Miah have dreams for your property. Have you sat down, and created a list of projects needing accomplished? Hubby, and I moved out on our 20 acres 4 years ago. We sat down and made a list on white board and hung it on the wall for an easy visual. Each time we finish a project, a line is placed through the project on the board. It's an amazing motivator, and it reminds us of what remains to be accomplished. We gave ourselves 5 to 8 years to complete the projects.

[@meagantrout2127]

My husband and I moved into our “forever” home a little over a year ago. Made a list of projects too. We like to take walk abouts to look at how far we have come and talk about that are yet to be🥰I’m glad others share these dreams

[@silvertonguedaywalker9116]

@@meagantrout2127 Happy for you Guys. We have to wait 6 years until Hubs and i retire x We have quite a fre Grandkuds so we need a 5 Bedroom House with about 10 Acres. I would live a Barn built too x

[@kathyw5701]

I would so watch Miah work on the farm! Both view points would be great! Love to you and your beautiful family

[@trinahume773]

My breath of fresh air during the craziest times. Love from Canada 🇨🇦 🙏

[@lavendercrowl5695]

I feel the same. What part of Canada r u in?

[@trinahume773]

@@lavendercrowl5695 Ontario

[@jeannelson4031]

I feel the same I'm in Northern B.C

[@redinthethevalley]

Trina Hume Ontario here too🇨🇦👋🏼

[@BackThirdAcre]

@@jeannelson4031 Vancouver Island BC here too

[@LLAMA-LLAMA]

It’s nice to see Asher gaining confidence on camera. It’s nice to see your Dad is visiting and doing well too! You guys have been busy bees, it sure is coming along quickly! When you’re feeling down about where you’re at in the process (which you shouldn’t be, look at how much you’ve done in the last few months!!), remember how spending your time planning and readjusting is going to truly pay off in the end. Embrace the process as preparation for when you build your learning center. You guys are kicking butt and it shows!

[@WalkingScriptureWithShanna]

No need for a second channel, I think I can pretty much speak for everyone that we love and highly value Jeremiah’s tutorials

[@archaprice3372]

He doesn’t have to have a separate channel, he can post on this one, or get one just for himself. I think he would prefer to share a channel then he won’t feel a burden to produce.

[@EvaVilla-pm5mv]

Tell Asher I love the blue hair. My kids had both books. Continued prayers for your dad. Fresh air and a purpose are the best medicine.

[@choirmom78]

So happy to see your dad doing well...God is faithful! Just so you know, your "I bless you" on each video...blesses me. thanks

Nice to see your Dad on the homestead, he's looking pretty well, big smile on his face. Yeah, he sees all the things that need doing... I'm sure it makes him feel needed and wanted, too, and that's extremely important. Glad you piled up the topsoil from where the workshop is sited, it will be better used elsewhere, for sure. So many people don't even think about that, it just makes my heart happy your attention to these details. Well done. 🖖

[@archaprice3372]

Yeah Jess, we know dirt males you happy LOL.

[@LosingDrea]

Love Asher's heart for kitties and his hair is amazingly beautiful. Love that teal blue. He rocks it fer sure. Also wonderful to see your father up and hanging out with you all after all he has been through. Thanks for another awesome video. Wish I was closer, I need some soil LOL

[@firstcreekfarmsc5609]

I'm selling cherokee tan pumpkins at us no. 1 flea market on Hwy 1. You are one of the only people I know who would actually know what kind of pumpkin I'm talking about.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

When are you selling them?

[@Wiz101Geek]

I grew them this year. They are delicious!

[@firstcreekfarmsc5609]

@@RootsandRefugeFarm 9 am till 3pm!!

[@firstcreekfarmsc5609]

@@Wiz101Geek I got the seeds from homestead homemaker! Planted 5 plants and the pumpkins took over my backyard. Now I have so many I have given alot away. Everyone says, what kind of pumpkin is that I haven't seen one that color.

[@Wiz101Geek]

@@firstcreekfarmsc5609 yes, took over my yard also. I had to hand pollinate them. My understanding is cut the stem long and they will store for up to a year. I am going to try to trellis them next time so I can mow the lawn. 🤣

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

We got pigs (Kunekune) this year and I've largely based our piggy plan off of what you guys have done in the past. I bought 2 gilts that are sisters and an unrelated boar. My plan was to have the girls together all the time even for farrowing. I'm glad to have the confirmation that it generally works out.

[@jeanielipskey1272]

That's great that your Dad is there now. Good to know he's doing ok. Girl, you've got a lot of work ahead of you. But I have no doubt that you and Miah can get it done. You look so happy when your at home! Yes, on a farm, you have to deal with what ever comes up, so you don't always have a choice. Have to do what needs to be done, and sometimes that means moving things around. You two will do just fine.

[@jeanielipskey1272]

@@ericmoore9999 Hello, I am doing fine. My weather has been very warm in California, but there is a little coolness in the evenings. Where is "over there"?

[@lanak.fromnewmexico1143]

@@jeanielipskey1272 Hi Linda, are you from the Midwest by any chance? I don't want to be specific though. 😊. This guy, Eric Moore has been asking everyone" how the weather is there?" Kinda weird. I mean I've read at least 4 people he's asked the exact same thing. Lol. Also, I noticed your name and I knew someone from up north with your name. More of my mom's friend than mine. Marge C.? And another friend of ours, Joanie? Take care and God bless 🙏🤗.

[@cristenmahony9357]

Oh ... How great your dad made it out already ! How does he like it so far ? Also how is he feeling ? I guess he's trying to figure out some plans for building his place . What a Wonderful help for You and Mia ! Oh Jess .... You are Truly Blessed !

[@cristenmahony9357]

Pappa T is such a Wonderful Man to help You and Miah out ! How nice to have such a fabulous neighbor !

[@beccagee5905]

I believe he is Jess' dad.

[@franknight4049]

I heard a killdeer bird calling out saying it has been eyeing your silage tarp for a future nesting site. They nest in February and lay their eggs on the ground in dumb places. If they start acting like their wing is broken then you are getting too close to the hard to see eggs.

[@amandablalock3191]

I heard that too. We found a killdeer nest and a bunny nest the same day. That killdeer momma was intense!

[@kimcritchfield5796]

Oh Bear!!! I smiled so big seeing him run like a dog, living his best life!! And I've loved Katie's addition to the family. As for Miah, we would all love him doing a channel, but its not his thing. (I recall the stars wars group that didn't last.). I'd let him focus on his passion, and you can share through your poetic lense, until he wants to do a vlog. Its all good!!

[@archaprice3372]

I asked my daughter why didn’t you invite Bear up instead of him running after you, she pointed out that you have and he prefers to run.

[@kimcritchfield5796]

@@archaprice3372 yes! Dogs have twice as many legs as us. They love to run!

[@kelli74]

You offer wise advice in support of Miah, I agree with you whole heartedly. Thank you for sharing it. Oh yes Beautiful Bear 😍 and cute little K are just lovely.

[@srlsolutionsself-reliancet3247]

cutting an angle on the ends of the runner boards keeps them from digging into soil and pulls easier. thats what i do on my moveable hunting blinds

[@littleblessingshomestead5138]

Umm yes! Jeremiah having his own territorial channel would be amazing! Husband would be forever grateful to have that information and knowledge. And so would I! ❤️

[@mellywell]

My heart swells for Katie. Thanks for taking in a needy pup.

[@dedetudor.]

It's so GREAT to catch up with your progress on your new place! Bear can RUN! What you are doing is brilliant!!!👍🌱🌱🌱🌼🌞

[@SignsForSustenance]

A great honor seeing the person I was praying for looking joyful and blessed. ❤

[@susieclark1498]

God answers prayers, your dad looks great. Now praising HIM for those answered prayers. Hey Asher, you are truly the cat whisperer. You can't buy that good soil, a real gift.

[@jonnaluostari1482]

I actually found your channel, because Miah built that beautiful old window greenhouse. I was looking for building instructions to built our own. After that I haven't missed a video. I fell in love with you guys. ❤️ But there is definitely room and request for a quality building and do it yourself- tutorial channel. Miah would be awesome at it. His instructions are clear, very organised and easy to follow. Lovin' that blue hair colour on Asher btw. 🤩

[@hannahfield1498]

Love the updates. It's starting to really look like a home with a homestead. 💛

[@willows.wild_hearts]

I know my husband would love some Jeremiah tutorials to hold his ideas and processes up to. Gleaning from each other. And maybe an encouragement for him, I’ve been nudging him to do tutorial videos on all his carpentry and Heartstead hacks. 😏☺️💙 We’re over here cheering y’all on via prayer and support! 💙💙💙

[@gailmcdonald1946]

Woke up at 7 am on this beautiful Sunday morning, in Australia 🇦🇺 and so happy to find another vid from my favourite family ❤️❤️❤️😀😀😀my happy face

[@MichaelSmithAU]

Same :-)

[@eddakraynak5951]

Absolutely love your excitement and the long term vision you have for your homestead. Great to see your dad there too. Hope he gets to stay for a while.

[@gaelajennings5057]

Oh my gosh, I LOVE Asher's hair! It really suits him. 👍

[@daleservidio2034]

It is sooo cute to see Bear follow you everywhere (even if he has to gallop while you’re driving) 🥰

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

Who else has noticed Jesse told us what makes each person smile with one word? 💜💚❤️

[@Megan-Yoder]

Loved seeing your dad! ♥️ And I need "I don't want a baby, I want a cat" to be a sticker. 😆

[@edwenaboardman6599]

You & your family are getting alot accomplished really quickly. Just loving how Bear is running all over the place. My dogs are jealous.

[@elizabethbrooks3790]

Considering you really haven't been there that long, the place is looking good. Can't wait for more garden project Blessings to all

[@terrywright1513]

For as much as I wanted to "adopt" a ret I red greyhound... I found out they are site trained. Which means ANYTHING that moves is for them to race after. I'm happy you are working through a greyhound. I don't know your acquirement of the doggie but.... I know it's a work and you get my cheers up on it.

[@karenstairs8273]

Ben is so sweet. I love to take my Grandson to Antique stores ...He loves them. I continue to pray for your Dad. You have a wonderful dream come true

[@cyndegruver6520]

So happy for Miah that his workshop was not pushed back and is on the front burner.He has had a dream for it for a long time and will be so needed for the future of Jess's dream.You guys have come along ways in the past 3 years.

[@ericmoore4982]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore and how is the weather over there

[@kathrynrodlun8514]

DO YOU KNOW WHAT THE MAID SAID WHEN SHE PEED IN THE LAKE? EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS!😁 Ssome times it's the small steps that make a big difference. Attitude is everything! I love watching your adventure unfold. Thank you

[@NinaM93]

So neat seeing the progress from 2 years ago to now. The farm has flourished ❤️

[@janiceschriber4762]

Please encourage Jeremiah to set up that channel. It would benefit so many. Happy to see your daddy. God is amazing. ❤

[@kriswhite1344]

Take a breath, go swing a bit. It's okay to be stressed but one step at a time!! You and Miah are making HUGE ADVANCES.. We are walking with you !🦶🦶🦶🦶👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sandrainontario6710]

More love from Canada! ♥️♥️

[@ericmoore4982]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore and how is the weather over there

[@betsybaker4856]

Ours has been a 20 year plan. LOL! You guys are getting so much done so quickly. Good thing His mercies are new every morning! EnJOY the journey, friends!

[@juanitafoster9834]

Love seeing g Your dad up and at them. God bless y'all.

[@juanitafoster9834]

@@ericmoore9999 in the 70-80s beautiful day with a slight breeze in Oklahoma.

[@deniseharris9363]

I absolutely think Miah should do another channel with what projects he’s working on for the farm!! And if it includes a tutorial or plans that’s a bonus! He did a wonderful job before when he was on the farm before the family moved! My votes yes!! Glad to see your Dad healthy and working too!!!❤️❤️🙏

[@ambersimpson75]

I am always appreciating the videos you make, always learning something 😇😇😇

[@nessawalters4413]

Seriously! C'mon Miah! You having a DIY workshop channel would be awesome. I get so many ideas from you. Again, so happy for your dad and his recovery! Prayers to your family for continued success

[@WordBunchesofLove]

I've used these 3 items for about 3 years now and absolutely love them. I will never be without them now. They are all any older woman will ever need without the fuss and clutter of anything else.

[@BBKERNSALLNhomestead]

YES YES MIah do some videos . Show us how you build all Jess' dreams . So looking forward to watching both of you create your forever home , with gardens , orchards and everything else.

[@gatherboutique]

Had to pause the video and come to say how much I love seeing Bear running beside you all.

[@normacoplin4102]

My husband is always saying..."If we did it all today Ma...what would we do tomorrow?" You can't get it all done in a day....enjoy what you are getting accomplished!

[@jchai1343]

It is always easy to hang out with ,as you are like a open book of knowledge ! With such good morels and are great people !

[@Naneve1970]

Toby is Jeremiah made over isn't he? All your children are just precious and very endearing. Yes we would love a Jeremiah tutorial channel!!

[@celeste_2083]

Hang in there...lots of blessed joy

[@raynasummers3633]

God has blessed your family with long term plan of dreams to realize. All of that raw land is just the beginning of your dreams. What a blessing your videos are to your viewers who are overwhelmed with their list...it is beautiful to see how you are showing people that farms, like Rome, were not built in a day.

[@radiantm2382]

It is gold that your father can be there and help. It is a project for him, I emagine, a thing to want to wake upp to, meaninfull and real. So happy for you guys♥️

[@PatrickPoet]

GREAT TRUTH that we are all happy to see your Dad.

[@jeanetteharris373]

I used to draw Bert & Ernie, along with Big Bird and all the bunch, for my sons. Yep, that book brings back memories!❤

[@joeboudreault2226]

"General ideas" ..."make it up as we go"... probably the best gardening plans. That's what I do...

[@joywhitley3141]

Count this as encouragement for your dad to produce tutorial videos. God bless you all. ❤️

[@NCcoastfan]

I can so relate to this video. Not having pigs but making last minute decisions. Even when we try to make a plan, my husband and I end up winging it. That’s just how we roll best. Enjoying following your new adventure. 🧑🏻‍🌾

[@kimberlyschiele1117]

There he is. Your beautiful colorful young man! I love that kid! 😍😘 Actually i love your entire family. 😍😘❤❤❤

[@kimberlyschiele1117]

I would totally love to have Miah just set the camera up give a quick over view of what hes doing then just go do it. I would find that so interesting.

[@afrlala3593]

The best decision of your move was buying the movable house. That took a lot of stress off both of you.👌❤️

[@tammynevil2422]

Your dad looks great!! God is blessing him with healing

[@dianatennant4346]

Jeff and Miah I think you are amazing at rejuggling what is the most important thing to do next and getting it accomplished we seem to be unusually bad about that at our house we get off on a line of what we're doing and if something else really interrupts us we either get off project or just totally disrupted I think you do a wonderful job. Glad to see your dad and how good he looks God is amazing and the fresh air and work will probably be good for him he will enjoy it

[@DixieGirl9876]

Wow, 12 inches of good soil, very blessed! Love seeing the changes.

[@openwingshomestead5798]

YES!!! A Sweet Miah The Builder KZbin channel!!! I would love love LOVE to see more of that side of your journey and there are so many that could benefit from him sharing his skills!

[@leslieollerhead1114]

More love from 🇨🇦

[@tammyhill2186]

Would love a Miah tutorial channel, so happy your dad is there enjoying the property. Prayers for his continued good health!

[@mcatronw]

I love Miah videos. He’s so calming but still entertaining and very informative. I’ll watch anything he makes with or without you!

[@karionhawkins3091]

Love that your Dad was smiling!

[@lovelight9164]

Miah is fun to watch in his videos, tell him he already has an audience with most of us and I’m sure a lot of spouses. I love your lives and how freely you share with us.

[@LittleMountainLife]

Y’all have definitely accomplished so much in 4 months! Can’t wait to see the plans for the shop space!

[@diannasills217]

I would love to watch Miah as he builds the farm. He is a great presenter. Not everyone can be interesting and hold your attention. But Miah can. Do it Miah!!!!

[@peggyjones7330]

We love Miah's contributions to the channel. "Miah's Moments"!

[@chelseahartweg2938]

OMG I think this is the first time I've ever heard anyone mention Saluda! Hidden gem. Growing up our family would go camping up there every Labor Day and then also go to the Hendersonville apple festival. Wonderful place.

[@alicole334]

You guys are making such headway! Don't get discouraged even though it's overwhelming! Thank you for always being so candid and sharing your experience every step of the way. So glad to see your dad doing better!

[@tarabishop8499]

So glad to see your Dad!!! Things are looking great!! Continued prayers for all of you.

[@reneethomas5548]

You are doing great with all you have going on! I love that your Dad is doing so well and seeing your children. I have faith that you will stay strong during all of this!

[@nancygould6789]

I love seeing Asher. Love the wild and blue hair!!!

[@pamelaanderson898]

My grandmother was raised in Saluda, I have ancestors buried there and I have family in Lexington....my granddaddy bought 100 acre farm back in the sixties and lived there until he died in 1991

[@KingzMommy]

I love Miahs tutorials and level of perfection within his work ethic. 1000% if he were to make his own “super dad/husband” channel-I’m subscribing and watching everything! I love y’all 💕

[@savannahbrewer7545]

I think doing a series of building like that would he a great idea. I personally think just doing a dedicated Playlist for that would be good. But another channel would work too!

[@ericmoore4982]

How are you doing today brewer and how is the weather over there

[@catherinecunningham7126]

You started with a beautiful piece of land and every video we see more and more of your dream coming true. You guys are doing great! ❤️

[@JB-pd4ni]

It seems to me you are doing a lot, moving a large family AND farm animals AND numerous pets...cross country...in the summer heat AND getting 5 0f the six kiddos enrolled and ready to start school a month later! That's huge! It is such a blessing to see your dad on your property, and looking good too. Now that he's doing well, and the kids are settled into the new school, all your things are now there.....it's all coming together.

[@Peachy08]

My daughter had all those sesame street books! Glad your dad is doing better and there with you. Asher has your eyes🌻

[@ericmoore4982]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore and how is the weather over there

[@melaniejenkins109]

You have done an amazing amount in four months. I think your husbands videos are really interesting, he's a natural

[@kathykline9771]

A quick structure for warm weather farrowing that we used was to wire 3 wood gates in a triangle and set plywood over the top. Plenty of air circulation and rain cover. A good bit of straw and sow and pigs have a happy home until they are ready to run around the pen. We let the sow out twice a day and then opened it up after the pigs were a few days old. Your 2nd structure is close in shape to what my dad used on our 100 sow operation. Wish I had pictures and plans to send you. It was in the hilly Ozarks and we used forks on the back of the tractor to lift and move sheds around. Dragging wouldn’t work over 80 acres of hills, rocks and trees. Some sheds were basic shelter with open front and no floor. Some had a floor of maybe 1x6’s?He then used the shed as a base for a portable farrowing barn facing 2 sheds together with 2 stalls in each shed, 2 more at the end, hallway up the middle and doors on each end. Platforms and feeding stalls on the front end. Those were used in winter. Then carried to the shop for cleaning with the pressure washer. He piled the waste that built up under them and composted for the garden. A nice innovation was the back of each part of the barn had a livestock panel and then the back plywood piece hinged up for air flow if it was too warm.

[@JaTon]

I love the pig shelter with the enclosed area. Looks great. My grandparents were migrant farmers. My mom said they did have issues with their sows killing each other’s babies. It’s a great thing that yours don’t do that. ❤️ I’m looking forward to seeing your bacon seeds!! 😉 Baby piglets are the CUTEST!

[@McMurrayHatchery]

I had the farmer Grover book!! My fav book was Our Friends at Maple Hill Farm - each page was all about each type of farm animals. ;)

[@PiaLiljebladh]

A suggestion for the pig houses; Get a pvc-pipe and cut it in half lengthwise. Put it under the skids, to make them slide easier. I saw Ben Hollar @The Hollar Homestead do this.

[@Wholesomeday]

If you have the time a second channel focused on building / workshop content would be really interesting. Great to see your dad on the farm too.

[@dianegentry3255]

So good to see your Dad. Praise God! Things are surely progressing! Great job!

[@ericmoore4982]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore and how is the weather over there

[@lynnpurfield9430]

So happ y to see dad enjoying working again....😃😘😍💪👍👌💓💕