THE PART YOU DON'T WANT TO HEAR

[@PhilandAlex]

Visit birchliving.com/philandalex to get $400 off your mattress, plus two free pillows. We have made such an effort to bring organic products into our home...and a mattress is such an important place to start!

[@gearlesashley114]

What's that egg thing u made looks good

[@jessicagrgich1523]

People can’t afford the mattress for their guest room like you can. I would have thought you’re more in touch with your “people”, and know that. But the sponsorship brings the $$$$$ just like sharing your children’s private stories of adoption with the internet. And yes, it makes me angry. Because I’m adopted and it’s my story, not anyone else’s. Your girls should have the chance to chose whether or not people know THEIR story. Any response from you, Phil or Alex? Would love to know why you think it’s okay to share such highly sensitive, private information on the internet. I hope they don’t grow up to care, but most of us do actually have sensitivity and privacy regarding OUR stories.

[@saragoff9065]

She’s not telling Your Story. She’s telling Her family’s story. If it upsets you so much, maybe you shouldn’t watch. As far as the mattress ad, they are doing what they need to do. They deserve to have sponsors. They shouldn’t have to turn down a sponsorship because it’s a large purchase item. Phil and Alex are constantly sharing how to save money. I hope you can get past your anger. Your story is yours. But I don’t think it’s fair to judge them for sharing their own. 💚

[@jessicagrgich1523]

@@saragoff9065 my story is my own. And their girls is their own. It wasn’t my parents story to tell the internet and it’s not theirs either. No child should be on the internet on Volgs. It develops para social relationships with complete strangers. I’m sure you’re a lovely person, but there is so many predators out there that watch this channels for the child content. I really wanted Phil or Alex to answer the question. Maybe I’ll change my mind about their reasoning for sharing such personal information with everyone. You can vlog all you want without showing your children and talking about their lives. I’m not angry at being adopted. I’m angry that children who have been adopted deserve privacy and their story told by them if they chose to. And I don’t watch anymore them anymore after watching videos exposing how many predators are tuning in to watch and questioning what it would be like to have private moments shared to the world and then face your peers at school. It just came onto my recommend.

[@saragoff9065]

@@jessicagrgich1523 thank you for replying and being nice😁 I understand your stance on privacy for the kids and their stories. I think I was more shocked that you were upset about the sponsor. And I apologize for upsetting you. I didn’t mean being upset about being adopted. I meant that about how they share their kids lives. And thank you for explaining why you feel a certain way about certain things. I totally respect that. I am not adopted. I cannot claim to know how it feels and everything that goes with it. Again, I apologize if I offended you. 💚

[@sallyfrazier5843]

I am a vegetarian wildlife conservation biologist and I fully support hunting. Hunters are the largest contributors to conservation. To add to what you said about over population, hunting overpopulations helps to prevent spread of disease and overeating of vegetation which lead to suffering of deer and other species.

[@patseemore5019]

I hope the kids do know how to make a call for help if it would be necessary, especially when one parent will be away for a few days. You are an inspiration to many of us Alex.

[@andrea-rq1fe]

As a military wife my oldest learned to dial 911 at a very early age. Ive had a sign in front of phone for at least 14 years now. We also keep a landline phone to make sure my kids always have access to a phone thats easy to use

[@KLoveOutLoud]

These are the parts I do want to hear! Please keep more informational videos like this coming. I am loving all this knowledge you’re pouring out to the world! I was inspired to start small and start where you’re at this past season from you. And I took the leap and got three laying hands this past spring living in the suburbs, and, it’s grown my heart so much for homesteading and becoming more self sustainable! Thank you for sharing!💕

[@maryjaynemay3410]

You are ALL A BLESSING!

[@TheKatyTemple]

A couple of small, ceramic space heaters will work wonders in keeping the camper warm without draining the propane. So grateful for you guys sharing your homesteading journey! Very encouraging!

[@juliebradshaw1158]

We call that a yorkshire pudding. We have this with a roast dinner. Although it can be eaten as a dessert.

[@kwebb4826]

🦃 I want to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope you, your family, and friends have a great one. Thank you guys for sharing your family, and your wisdom with all of us. Also, thanks for teaching me about putting things in my toolbox, it has help me out a lot, and even more with my man being deployed overseas. Lots of thanks. Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless! 🤠💛🦃

[@sheriturner6118]

Hey I know you said that your company could use the camper but the heater uses a lot of gas. Not sure if your interested but when I said in my daughter's camper one winter. I used a little ceramic electric heater. It was great and I didn't have to use my gas.

[@sherriitsamea3476]

I’m so very very proud & in awe of y’all. I never ever would have guessed that this couple that I used to watch living in a condo in CA would be homesteading like this in TN just a few years later & teaching us all these things that I’ve never even heard of-and I’m from SC 😮 It seems so chaotic & I don’t know how you keep up with all of it but wow. Just wow!

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@TaliyahMC]

Alex...I am so in awe of your guys' journey. I just moved my family to western Montana to get out of the grind of big city. One of the things we invested in is a freeze dryer. It is a large initial expense but overall an amazing savings for self-sustaining. I have 20 gallons of milk and about 20 dozen eggs done already. Along with Bone Broth, stew, etc...I am planning on having a huge garden next year as well. Might be something to consider...

[@PhilandAlex]

I love the idea of one…maybe one day

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@melaniewaters1249]

The recipe except for the vanilla is actually Yorkshire pudding..try it with roast beef and put gravy on it.. delicious ❤

[@leighmcgough5917]

I was going to say this 😍 love a Yorkshire pudding

[@reinaquidon5374]

Hi. Haven't even finished your most recent vlog and I needed to stop and come on here and say... I'm so grateful you are talking about the animal parts of farming and cooking and health and all the things.🙂 And that's coming from someone who has a complete range of eaters in our home. I want to learn and this part is very helpful. I also think the disconnect from what people are eating is astounding to me. Knowing where any of your food comes from and how it's cared for is so important. Ok, end of rant. haha Mostly I just wanted to say Thank You. I've learned so much from yall and am always down for more knowledge, so Thank You again! Hope everyone is well and enjoying this season and the one fast approaching. 🙂❤️

[@PhilandAlex]

Reina thank you for your sweet comment. I love this. Yes I agree. We have become so disconnected. Thank you for your thank you…it truly means so much!

[@emilynell6948]

really love you guys being more candid about this, I don’t have a similar lifestyle but it’s clear that you live more sustainably and ethically which is amazing - it’s an uncomfortable topic but realistically the meat products you use have come from animals living far more happy lives than most

[@KarisGoogle]

You’re awesome! Remember that! Remember hurt people, hurt people ♥️

[@rhianevans7189]

Wow busy busy mom. The next mattress I will get robe organic. Some oil filled radiators I think for the rooms as it stays warmer and longer gas system works for. That wee Cassidy is still trying to talk bless her. Such a wee darling. The other children happily play while mom is making some food. Phillip now home so it’s family time. Much love and respect from across the pond in Uk x

[@lindagentile2380]

I LOVE the way Philip says "Excuse Me" just to Finish 👍🏻😂🤣😂🤣 HAPPY THANKSGIVING to You all... GBY with Peace, Good Health & Happiness throughout the Holiday Season 🙏❤️💙💖💖💖🐕🤗✝️

[@amanda_shearer_daye]

Love watching the change that has happened over the years in how you live! It’s so exciting! Also 21 degrees in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 is beach day weather 😂 so I’m literally sweating watching you work in your big coat and hat 💛

[@Michelle34485]

I have purchased a queen size mattress and I’ve never smelled anything like what your describing I also wouldn’t be opposed to purchasing an organic mattress like you have, but there’s just a lot more expensive than a regular traditional mattress

[@lucymorgan8859]

Have a wonderful, thanks filled day, and week... You guys are great...sending you all so much love...😊😘😊

[@nadineduncan2678]

Thanks very much for ur video when ur both so busy

[@siobhanjohnson8088]

So much work 😮.. but it looks so good and productive. Love the oven pancake !! ❤

[@melly1269]

Happy Thanksgiving to you, your family & friends!! 🦃🥧🙏

[@JennyPenny1980-]

if you have white sugar you can grind it and that is powdered sugar

[@frankiecarrel9794]

I want to wish you all a happy Thanksgiving I so enjoy watching your videos can't wait watching them today I have enjoyed watching you guys learn more about doing your farm and everything that you're learning about It's very interesting

[@Heidicr60]

Buttercup’s baby boy is soooo handsome❤️! Wishing you and family a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁!

[@michelleowens2282]

Thank you Both for sharing moments of your Lives and Thank you for sharing your Love. ❤ Happy Thanksgiving ❤ God Bless

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@rosemarieedwards9909]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I'm very thankful for my son and my grandchildren. Can't wait to see them tomorrow.

[@kingalls64]

Dutch Babies are the bomb!! My Mama is Dutch, we have them all the time !! We do 3 eggs 3/4 cup flour and milk for single serving.

[@melissastark3003]

Just made your Dutch baby this morning…. Yum!! So good, so easy, so fun! Thanks for sharing!

[@CraftyLittleSewnSo]

I just want to say that although I choose to be vegetarian (mostly because I don't like the textures of most meats), I still love to hear how you make your decisions about what you eat. My views should not make you feel awkward about sharing your choices. I love how well you look after your animals, whether they're for eating or not! 😄

[@PhilandAlex]

Tracey you’re so sweet and kind. We are so thankful for you here in our community!

[@yoreliseday5392]

Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours. We love you all. Thank you 🦃💕🙏

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@Ms_me914]

Happy thanksgiving to you all.

[@MeTheStylist]

Love this!!!

[@marybaker9401]

Love you guys!!! Happy Thanksgiving 😊

[@lornalovering1647]

Happy Thanksgiving Enjoy your time all together xx 🥰🥰

[@user-yu3ci4sl8v]

God bless you too - beautiful family ❤️🙏❤️ Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy ❤️Greeting and warm hugs from Norway ❤️🥰🌹

[@wendyrumbel4354]

Have a Happy Thanksgiving with your friends and family. God Bless . Love the vlog.

[@jaclyndeboer7912]

I just love you guys! And to think I started watching you when you were in your little condo. I love watching all of your homesteading, and feel like we relate even more now. Hope you guys have a happy Thanksgiving! 💙

[@PhilandAlex]

Happy Thanksgiving Jaclyn!

[@denahgray2488]

Happy Thanksgiving to y’all and all your friends there with you today. Love y’all

[@debbielopez6593]

We are blessed with another day. Blessings to you both,and your wonderful blessings. Happy Thanksgiving ❤❤

[@SandyArmyCat2005]

This vlog was what I needed to hear even though I didn’t know I needed to hear anything. Funny how God works huh? The beautiful message and warmth I got from just watching and relaxing with you guys helped me take in some much needed deep, calming, healing breathes and I was left feeling a bit lighter and so very loved! Thank you so,so much! Happy holidays/celebrations to ya’ll! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PhilandAlex]

You’re awesome Sandy! So thankful for you

[@kscheuerman5378]

You are the best, Happy Thanksgiving & God Bless💗 from San Diego

[@jtdamomma]

Most people that watch homesteading channels like to watch all the ins and outs of homesteading. Of course, you are also a family, trying to grow, so I can understand that audience as well. You could always post a video titling it about the deer or the chickens, so that your viewers can choose to watch it or not. We can't make everyone happy all the time, but it's your family's life that you share to all of us, and we love that. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@nicolegillespie9236]

In England we call this Yorkshire Pudding, and if you put some sausage (part cook) in the pan then add the batter it's then called toad in the hole, very traditional English food , we would have with mash potatoes and veg with gravy xx

[@andreamcfeeley9363]

Happy Thanksgiving!♥️🦃

[@beckiehubley5798]

It's so weird, as a Canadian, hearing Thanksgiving talk. My daughter put up our tree Nov. 12. I've already gotten my Xmas volunteering set up...advent is starting....how do Americans manage with such a short time between Thanksgiving and Christmas?

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@meronkeleme8660]

Happy thanksgiving!! Sending you guys love. It is always nice to see your videos. ❤

[@melissagreen1117]

Enjoy ur company. Happy turkey day.

[@redskittle9985]

Out of curiosity, how long does a cow lactate and what do you plan to do when she's done?

[@carolehanrahan]

Happy Thanksgiving to you, your families and all of your loved ones.

[@AEB72112]

Happy Thanksgiving to you & yours! I love how long the girls' hair is getting!! They are such cuties!! So glad you record EVERYTHING, because time flies so fast & they're growing like weeds, lol! So many beautiful memories you have saved for them & I know they'll enjoy watching them when they're older, with children of their own.♥️♥️♥️

[@gaildavis710]

My husband hunts too!! Helps filling the freezer up with meat!!!

[@bettysumey1456]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours and may God bless you all

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@suefrantom6355]

Love your family values. 💞🇬🇧💞

[@emiliawojciechowicz9174]

Very beautiful family happy thanksgiving

[@grietjiejonker7972]

You can make powdered sugar by blending sugar in the food processor 💛

[@amybostic1439]

Have a wonderful thanksgiving you guys ❤

[@susannana3151]

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 love and hugs

[@ricasears5910]

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL WHO LIVE IN AMERICA. What you cooked Alex is what we would call a large Yorkshire pudding in the UK. We have them individually, and we have them served with Roast Beef, roast potatoes, parsnips, then your vegetables and not forgetting the gravy. Sustainability for your family is not right for everyone, and I get that, however you have to do what's right for your family, I personally love Venison, very lean, rich meat but tastes amazing. Not sure difference between a Buck and Doe meat, and was free. Well done Philip on your successful hunting trip. With your meat birds ready to be processed you should be set for the winter.

[@naomijohnson5876]

Hi there Phil and Alex dear I love watching your videos and seeing your life's and lifestyle changes and I love watching you with the girls sending happy thanksgiving to you all and a lovely rest of the year sending you all love hugs rainbow's and compassionate thoughts love from Imogen my daughter John my husband and me Naomi Blood 😊🙏🙏🦋🦋💟❣️💘❤️💝💕💞💓💗💗💖💖💖💖

[@conniebarnes7987]

HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃🍁 🥧⭐️✨🙏❤️

[@lisacottrell3773]

HaPpY Thanksgiving, you cutest, sweetest family... Ya'lL still TICKLE ME PINK! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@lornavansteen4416]

If you have regular sugar… you can make powdered sugar in your vitamix just spin it on high speed. It’s magic!!!!!

[@jenniferwatts3777]

I'm in Tennessee now, I lost my two best friends

[@tracyworby4620]

I've heard if you grind up regular sugar, you get powdered sugar. Haven't tried it myself though.

[@chasebaxter3928]

True I make all my own powdered sugar

[@rosegray9933]

Happy Thanksgiving.God Bless

[@missiris1234]

Do you guys also eat beans and lentils. Healthy and really cheap

[@jacyruth3094]

You can put granulated sugar into a blender to make powdered sugar!!!

[@kaycobb298]

It's called Yorkshire pudding in the UK xx

[@marciawoods3270]

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🍂🍁

[@juliescrafting]

Glad you managed to get an azure order I know that Jamerill Stewart uses them for her organic wheatberries and you are doing amazing and God bless

[@tmaug1974]

Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving! Praying for an abundance of blessings this coming year! Also, I would love videos on 1)making lard & 2)preparing your meat birds/pigs/etc. You could just give warnings!

[@HolinessFellowshipmeeting31]

May God keep Philip safe Alex. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Phil and Alex as well. How are y’all and the kids doing?

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@HolinessFellowshipmeeting31]

@@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664 I am glad you are enjoying this channel. I am enjoying putting new songs on my channel that I write. That is amazing. My latest song so far is I want to be with you. It talks about wanting to be with God and seek his face.

[@mistyknights8624]

You can make powdered sugar with 1cup regular white sugar with a spoonful of cornstarch

[@trude_in_adelaide]

You can put normal sugar in a blender and it will turn into powered too. 😁

[@roseshultz2671]

Happy Thanksgiving

[@aprilhuyler5836]

Happy Thanksgiving! We are a hunting family, venturing into homesteading more and always thankful for the blessings God has given us. One of the things my father always taught me was to walk up and thank the animal for it's life and it's blessing of nourishment. My children do the same. If you don't feel some emotion during harvest then I think you need to take a step back.

[@commonsense6967]

You are blessed to have the sustanance to feed your families. Thisis how they survived in days of old.

[@lanieleigh9970]

Phil and Alex, have a blessed Thanksgiving! I’m not sure if you will read this but I know you have been sharing about your family’s struggles with ADHD. Both my children have ADHD among other things including cardiac issues and I wanted to stay as far away from stimulant medications as possible with them for a number of reasons including concerns over the chemicals these medications contained and contraindications with their cardiac issues. I am not here to do a “commercial” for this website or their products, I’m just sharing what worked for my family from this company after the recommendation of a homeopathic practitioner/chiropractor my children see even now that they are adults. After much research into these products for compatibility with my children’s specific issues we have used homeopathic items from a website called Native Remedies with great success. Obviously consult with your physician before trying any type of supplements to ensure the ingredients are safe to use with your specific conditions, however their products were cleared for use with my children by their cardiologist and have worked better than any prescription they were initially given for their ADHD. This company has other products beyond their focus and anxiety supplements from essential oils to fertility supplements. Just thought I would share this in case you might be interested in researching their products.

[@juliepfarr9398]

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

[@racoulow]

💟💟💟💟💟 from 🇨🇦🍁 Montreal Canada. Hugs to you all guys xxx

[@shirleymd32]

You can make homemade powdered sugar

[@annettemaddalone4297]

Happoy Thanksgiving to your family and friends

[@trishmcgrath7124]

Thanks guys..happy thanksgiving from ireland🙂. Totally agree with how you eat meat products btw.. best way to do it.. you two are great🥰

[@saracaetano1723]

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🦃🍁🦃

[@TheNikkiTimm]

How do u deal with flies in your home, having animals n stuff

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed the video

[@margaretwhitehead3913]

We call it youksher pudding with dinner and a sweet with jam

[@dorisspecial3619]

Hi Alex. I tried making a dutch baby pancake using your recipe. 4 eggs, 1 cup wheat flour instead of plain white flour, 1 cup milk. It was an utter failure, almost the texture of cornbread. Think it was because of the flour I used?

[@PhilandAlex]

Probably. I do want to try using my whole wheat flour soon but I’ve only used white flour on this recipe.

[@mpdaugherty8549]

Happy Thanksgiving to you all. God bless! Mikalyn Daugherty WPB FLORIDA

[@teachermichelle9632]

So if I were a homesteader, I don't think I would be alive. I can't get past the taste of meat or bone broth. How would I survive without eating animal products? I never actually thought about it. I do eat eggs though!

[@jmhughes]

Any update on brownie? She’s been missing from videos as of late.

[@thewalterfam2223]

What steps have you used to help Phillip with his ADHD? My daughter has it and we are looking for options because she doesn’t like her medicine.

[@jackielowrey3032]

Whatever she enjoys or gives her relief. Look on Pinterest. A lot of people with ADHD do not use medication. Therapy, exercise, yoga, deep pressure from weighted blanket/ trampoline jumping gives deep pressure as well. Lower sugar and caffeine intake. Keep a routine and use a timer. Figure out how she learns: visual, hands on, etc. all very similar things I use for my son with ASD.

[@lanieleigh9970]

My children (now 25 and 26) have used herbal supplements from a website called Native Remedies for years after the concern over prescription medications and their cardiac issues because most ADHD prescriptions are stimulant based which are a no go with their heart conditions. You might want to research their products and definitely discuss with a physician before trying anything herbal but it really helps my family!

[@tmaug1974]

Tangible lists/calendars, on the wall, are extremely helpful. You can't just say, "do this, and that, and that today". You need to write it down! Also, set alarms on her phone! God bless!

[@stacylein2448]

What was the name of that egg recipe thing you just showed us that looks really good I'd like to try it is it eggy tasting is it sweet what exactly is it

[@lanieleigh9970]

It’s called a Dutch Baby. It’s a type of “pancake” and is very good. The recipe doesn’t contain any sugar except for what you top it with when serving but you can add 1-2 tablespoons of sugar to the batter if you want it sweeter. It’s not eggy at all! I make mine in 6 inch cast iron skillet for each member of my household so they are single servings instead of one great big one and then top it with fresh fruit and vanilla yogurt. It’s really good with jam or maple syrup too! You don’t have to use cast iron though you can use any shallow pan that is oven safe for temperatures up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit/232 degrees Celsius. Her recipe based on what she says in the video is as follows: Dutch Baby Pancakes 4 eggs 1 cup flour 1 cup milk Splash of Vanilla Approximately 3 to 4 tablespoons of Butter Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit with cast iron pan inside. Mix first 4 ingredients. Add butter to skillet after it has finished preheating. Add batter to pan and bake for 18 minutes. Top with fruit, powdered sugar, jam, or maple syrup. I would like to add the following… if using another type of pan make sure it is oven safe to the temperature or it will ruin your pan, I’m not sure what type of flour she is using (she usually mills her own flour) but you can use all purpose flour, I always put a baking tray under my pan so if it overflows it’s not all over the bottom of the oven.

[@stacylein2448]

@@lanieleigh9970 okay thank you very much I really appreciate it I can't wait to make it yum have a very wonderful Thanksgiving

[@lanieleigh9970]

@@stacylein2448 you’re welcome!

[@natatron]

Cinnamon sugar on top too!

[@callmescout5831]

I aspire to one day do this! Love watching your journey through this!

[@danettehartsock6366]

I'm always so happy to see that you guy's have posted a new video. I'm spending Thanksgiving in the hospital. My family and friends are unable to travel, so KZbin will be keeping me company. Maybe ill go back and watch some of the early vlogs from when the girls were babies. LOVE and PRAYERS ALWAYS from Gainesville Florida.❤🙏😊🙏❤🐕🐮🐷🐓❤🙏😊🙏❤

[@PhilandAlex]

Oh Danette I’m so sorry you don’t get to be around your family today. I hope you have incredible nurses that put so many smiles on your face! You’re loved!

[@sophierosen9977]

Happy thanksgiving to you and your family 💖

[@saragoff9065]

💚💚💚

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

Beautiful comment and share! Some how we found this channel doing a search....New subs🤩🤗

[@kendrastubbs3328]

I know most people are from the city and only had to go to the grocery store to get any meat they want but this is the reality of living in the country and providing for your family.

[@dellawest157]

My husband is a hunter, and I’m learning many recipes for cooking this wonderful meat. Do you have any suggestions for seasoning a deer roast prior to cooking?