Rainwater Harvesting! All in a days work on the homestead...

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Elysia & Philip English
3796 316 highway
Larrys River Nova Scotia
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[@wendybray2482]

That gift was so thoughtful it's right up there with the claw feet for tub

[@shellyrobertson7849]

Good morning Elysia. I’m currently watching this video and I had to stop and share this story. This is not meant to scare you but make you more aware. I’m a RN that worked over 25 years in the Operating Room in St. Louis, Missouri. I will never forget the day we had a patient who was also a nurse come into the OR for surgery with Necrotizing Fasciitis. It’s that flesh eating bacteria on her hand and arm. She got it from a cut she had on her hand that garden soil got into her cut and caused a horrific infection. I say this because ever since then I never garden in the dirt without gardening gloves. Please consider wearing them whenever you can. It was a terrible thing that happened to that nurse and I would never want anything bad to happen to you. On a positive note…I LOVE YOUR GREENHOUSE!! Cannot wait to see your garden. Stay safe!! ❤

[@rosalindaarons6657]

I've picked up a tip about making soil blocks. There may be insects in the bag of soil, so Becky of Acre Homestead used boiling water to moisten her soil. She also adds fertilizer at that time. You have to let it cool down, but it might help avoid problems in the long run.

[@kellyallen3798]

I love Becky. Great one to watch.

[@homesteadrevivals]

We make our own "pots" by rolling recycled paper (free flyers, and packing paper, mostly) around the bottom of a bottle or can, then plant the whole thing when the plant is ready.

[@joyceswansey8116]

You push the tool in the soil pushing it down and back and forth as you need to pack the soil in.

[@ElysiaEnglish]

thanks ill try that tomorrow :)

[@Paquest1362]

Hey guys, maybe a third hinge on the gate would make it a lot more sturdier. 😊❤

[@kristineallison4787]

If it wasn't such a security/privacy issue, you could totally sell a weekend at the English homestead-a working B&B, lol. Idk why I thought of this, just watching your videos thinking how awesome is your lives and how beautiful you make everything. Just saying thank you for being such a wonderful family filled with love and positivity. Your always a ray of sunshine 🌞

[@carolecook1116]

Yes, privacy issue. The world's not like it used to be but🤔who knows, something associated with Little Blue Sky perhaps.

[@gailrhodes2859]

That was such a sweet subscriber to gift you those little gifts!! You guys are really getting with it getting things done and videos out and I personally love it!!!!!

[@donniehines6199]

The channel the little mountain ranch makes newspaper pots for her plant starters. She makes them on the video to show you how to do it.

[@shstuff52]

That HAY!!!! My back screamed watching both of you with it… Farm girls advice….easy on the low back… How sweet your gifts are. ♥️💙💙💙🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@amyfrancois9121]

They are called hay “rolls” for a reason guys….😂😂😂😂 Gates need a (rebar kick stand).

[@debracutler6847]

Raise up your rain barrel. It’s too hard to get to the spigot and the water goes by gravity.

[@lauriehuber3040]

I truly agree and understand not using excessive plastic items like the plant pots. Our world is full of plastic and I think it is a cause of many illnesses. I try to purchase food items in glass when possible. I’m sure the rain storage units are PVC (a type of plastic)and your watering can is plastic and buckets are so handy and sturdy but again, plastic. The hospitals are even filled with plastic tubing and tools, etc used in our ‘healing’ process. I don’t think we will ever get completely away from it.

[@gingerdunn6590]

Good work who needs a tractor ? I've seen the video of the trooper moving the bale off the road . In Oklahoma we get high winds we've lost 2 patio covers and a trampoline . We also get tornadoes they are so scary . When I was 7 there was a tornado on mother's day my dad and I went to.his mothers my mom and sister went to her mothers house . Dad and I didn't get home as fast we didn't have time to get in the house. Dad made me get in the floorboard of the backseat he put all the pillows and blankets over me and got over me the tornado picked up the car turned it around and sat it down on the other side of the driveway. That was scary. Prayers and Love 💞 From Oklahoma

[@francinesexton8266]

I know you are young and strong, but please don’t do such heavy lifting. I did when I was young and now have bad knees and arthritis. Not fun. Take good care.

[@tarynkriebel319]

For sure

[@ssoley2097]

Yes. We have to care of these bodies. We don’t get another one.

[@pattyharrison6386]

And I'll toss in that I was 35 when I became totally disabled through a back injury. Please be mindful in how you're moving such heavy things. Elysia, get some Dixie paper cups for planting can be found in any large grocery store.

[@marieleotta2501]

Maybe a hernia as well

[@lindasmashnuk]

I'm a 71 year old woman, and like Elysia I used to do it all, but now I am paying the price...tomorrow I am getting a total hip replacement...so yeah...take care of your body! Mine didn't gradually go. One day it just broke, climbing ladders to build a studio

[@goinsewin163]

You can use the seed journal to record how long it took to germinate your different seeds record the weather etc. be cute to hang it with a string in the greenhouse!

[@roisinkelly1229]

U can use the card board from toilet rolls for ur seeds as well.

[@bevjensen2278]

Such a sweet and thoughtful gift! Both the old book and the one that looks like she made it!!! Sooo gorgeous. What keepsakes to treasure! I appreciate the little tutorial on soil blocking because I had never heard of it before you mentioned it last week and now I want to try it...wish me luck. LOL

[@sandytarsenko6319]

Awe how Sweet of her and those will be beautiful in your bathroom We have been married for 45 years as well and Do Everything together right now we are building our pasture for the mini horses I have rescued from a kill shelter My Hubby is my Best Friend ❤️

[@margarettallett762]

How thoughtful and fitting are those beautiful gifts? Wow. Well deserved to be sure. ❤ Great project is being made and it's so wonderful to have all the family able to be together 😊❤

[@susancastle1309]

Love the green house Oh my goodness the little pigs are just too cute Have a blessed weekend 🩷

[@ElysiaEnglish]

Thanks so much

[@margaretfrosst575]

Your bins and soil blocker is cool.😎..So glad mom and dad are enjoying living in N.S. Quilts look beautiful great job. Thoughtful gifts how sweet.

[@rosedouglas9586]

There's so many goodies in this video that I keep playing it over and over to try to catch them all. 1. Elysia is a beast! Flipping that hay bail like a pro!! 2. You really do need a tractor. It is not a wishful thing, it is a need. 3. I love the updates on all of the beautiful animals on your homestead. 4. Saving rain water will be such a blessing. 5. Yay for raspberries, my favorite berry. When I was a kid we had a very large garden. A long row of raspberries was a separation between the vegetable garden and the fruit trees and other berries (blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and boysenberries). 6. You deserve all the love from your YT family. I don't think you realize how much we love your family. 7. So glad that Philip's parents are so close and you can spend time together even doing things like planting raspberries. Those are the special memories. So many more goodies, that's just a few. Love, peace, and light!

[@janewalker3286]

My late dad had that same book when he kept bees back in the 70's in his english garden along with chickens. He only had an ordinairy cottage, no homestead unfortunately in Herefordshire but he also grew great veg and fruit too.

[@Primarniqueen]

What beautiful amd thoughtful gifts! Your viewers know exactly what you'd like ,they were perfect , seeds , bees ,chocolate!!

[@bettycourson1691]

I hate to tell you girl, you now have a 7am-11pm job. I hope you find it’s all fun. I enjoy watching your videos, I love the bathroom. I’ve been with you since almost day 0ne, way before you moved. God really blessed you with all kinds of ability. I’m nor envious, thats a sin, I just wish I could do half of what you’ve done in your life time. Keep it going I m so happy to see your now getting your plants ready for planting.

[@ElysiaEnglish]

7 am -11pm job?

[@joyceswansey8116]

You need a deeper box or container to work the dirt easier to pack.

[@dsparks149]

Love it so sweet it’s nice to see the world helping each other out you help someone and they help you. That’s what makes the world go round.❤❤❤

[@donnamcnichol7433]

Definitely a tractor on the list, with a bale spear

[@ruthlarson6334]

Those gifts were so thoughtful- like gifts from a friend who knows you so well ❤

[@ritahall8653]

I love the bee keepers book

[@karenholbrook8757]

Your mom's quilts are gorgeous. I'm doing a half steps quit right now myself.

[@juliequinlan6564]

I can’t believe all of the work you have achieved on the homestead! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💕💕💙💙

[@susancarroll7697]

Love how you two laugh your way through life. My husband and I do as well. It makes life so enjoyable.

[@peggy5990]

I love how you’re getting rid of all the plastics in and around your home. Next on your list to purchase…a metal watering can. 😊

[@marianelson2031]

Oh my gosh worst a sweet gift. I love the journey of the green house.

[@khill6510]

So glad your piggie is doing okay. I love getting notifications for your videos. My favorite channel by far. ❤

[@ElysiaEnglish]

Thank you so much! this made my day!

[@cherylk8781]

Aww that was the sweetest package ever.💞😊

[@julisign]

Oh my goodness! What precious gifts you received as a surprise! What very thoughtful gifts. I'm reminded again why I love you guys. You are always thankful and grateful. And you have such selfless attitudes. You're not afraid to work hard. Thank you for being you and the example you set for us all.

[@ribbleslipscomb5171]

Your property is your joy. Thank you for sharing.

[@ceciliajacobs5346]

Mother Nature is having a temper Tantrum here (Regina, Sk.) it has been snowing off and on since Wed. Apr. 16. I had tulips and irises popping up before, but they are covered in snow now. Hopefully they will make it.

[@lindapeterson7166]

Hi Elysia Philip & boys,love seeing the animals & birds you have.The gifts were so nice Elysia.Such a nice lady.❤️

[@enaid7911]

Thank you, ❤🎉 Elysia. You are a treasure.

[@ElysiaEnglish]

Wow, thank you!

[@rzpotts4]

Elysia, you're a sweetheart. What a neat video. Farm life looks inspiring. 😊

[@WAK387]

Can you just push the soil blocker down on the soil to fill?

[@ElysiaEnglish]

i hadnt thought of that 🤣

[@brendaprice4664]

Love all your FeatherBabies and FurBabies! Those are Sweet Gifts! Excited for the next video! B~}

[@ElysiaEnglish]

Thank you! 😊

[@lindabell5534]

There are tools you can ad to you 4 wheelers.

[@Mandola-Jane]

Such a wonderful, thoughtful, perfect gift! Tears were even rolling down my face. I am so glad that such wonderful people, like your generous viewer, still exist Well done to the gifter and the gifted ❤ Greeting from Ireland ☘️

[@kellieroth1710]

I think the subscriber is the best! How sweet and thoughtful! Loved seeing the animals and can't wait for what's next !❤❤❤

[@leanneb6622]

Check out Becky from Acre Homestead. She does soil blocking and has a huge garden. Love her channel, too. You may get hooked on her cooking as well.

[@sandytarsenko6319]

WOW Good Job Mom They are Beautiful and going to be beautiful ❤️

[@AnjaDesign117]

I Am Tractor, Hear Me Roar!

[@latonyabonner6454]

Love your channel. Check out Becky at Acre Homestead. She uses soil blocks too. Wishing you a great growing season.

[@christiemay4444]

Your family has such a beautiful piece of property! Your brook is best! I had tears just watching you show your special gifts. How thoughtful💞 Love that you love sharing with and helping your in-laws. Not only are you and Phillip so creative but so thoughtful too💞 So interesting learning about your soil blocks. Had no idea. I grew up with having to have to gatden in by Memorial Day, back then May 30. Daddy always just planted everything, all his seeds, directly in the ground, western Oregon. Plus my Dad had the greenest of green thumbs and fortunately his young great-granddaughter inherited his green thumb. He always had his great-granddaughters with him in his gardens from the time the were just months old. Now my younger granddaughter tells me she hopes to homestead our property, inherited by me from my parents and to her from me when I no longer need it🥴😊 My older granddaughter thinks that's quite ok as long as little Sis grows enough for her too😅Hopefully our property will then be passed down to my 2 great-grandsons, almost 5 and just turned 2.💙💙 Always enjoy your videos.

[@tarynkriebel319]

I loved that brown quilt, beautiful!

[@jennygidluck5497]

The Lord has sent you a lot of support and care. Amazing people!❤

[@adapoole4515]

why not think of a way you can use the 4 wheelers to move the hay bales around. They can pull or push them. Save your energy to do other things.

[@Dino-pq3eu]

Whittakers chocolate is the best New Zealand chocolate ever!!! Hope you enjoy it 😊

[@bettyrush3651]

Those gifts are beautiful.

[@blk123]

How thoughtful of the you tube viewer to send you this. I love your content. You are always so positive, very refreshing.

[@brendabrinton2062]

Maybe Mom would trade for some blueberries ❤ such a thoughtful gift!

[@sarahschlosser1203]

You two always put a smile on my face. What a loving supportive couple

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thanks for a lovely video Guys👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌹

[@rosedouglas9586]

The quilts are absolutely beautiful!! ❤❤

[@julisign]

I love your brook. It's so peaceful.

[@beckyhett66]

I believe you push the soil block down on the soil 😮

[@kayrobinson64]

You deserve everything you get, you're such a lovely lady. 😊

[@tarynkriebel319]

Awesome Charlene Morton

[@disignscdn]

Totally join any Auction sites in the area. You may be able to score a cheap tractor from an estate sale. Just think how you'd be able to haul that heavy stuff around the property and that pesky snow removal :)

[@ellenbryant7679]

Hi Elysia, Oh My Goodness. What Beautiful Thoughtful gifts Charlotte sent you. The Bee Keepers book is so Beautiful, and adding the E for your initial, just really personalized it. Love all of your video's. Thanks, for all of the hard work it takes you, to allow us your subscribers to enjoy your videos. Have a Great Day!!!!

[@valentinat3250]

Such a lovely gift! So sweet and thoughtful !

[@joyceswansey8116]

Raspberry will multiply and travel up to 6 ft under ground. You will have many raspberries in your future.

[@ElysiaEnglish]

oh I hope so!

[@denisetarabori553]

This was such a delightful watch from beginning to end! ❤

[@user-wf4ej9gf1y]

You animals are so special Good luck with the planting

[@Kindnessmatters2]

So many beautiful fruits of your hard labor are bursting out! Beautiful!❤

[@Robindigsit]

Y'all are a breath of fresh air! 💜

[@ElysiaEnglish]

thank you!

[@kathyl5610]

Another wonderful video, I love your channel. I really enjoy watching you and Philip working and interacting with each other. You two are so much fun. And at the end of the video when you said that you were not crying, we were crying, you were right. You are so genuinely sincere and appreciative of everything, you deserve your happiness. Take care, stay safe.

[@ssoley2097]

Yall are so funny!!!

[@Hollybank5]

Oh how sweet to receive those gifts 💕 !! Just goes to show how much you are loved ❤ The horses, chickens and pigs are all thriving ! The fence line is making progress!!! Good times at the English Family Homestead !!!!

[@eileenmetzkow8475]

Sweet Gifts. ELYSIA, you and PHIL must have Super Powers in order to move that Bail of Hay!!!! 😁🤟🏼💕🙏🏼

[@ssoley2097]

Nice gifts😊

[@sandytarsenko6319]

We are getting our brand new tractor tomorrow and it will have the fork to lift the hay bails

[@anitamiller5913]

Such a great team.

[@joannjukes9140]

For safety reasons, I wanted to mention that your wood stove chimney isn't high enough. It's suppose to be at a minimum of 3 ft. above the roof line.

[@ElysiaEnglish]

this one isnt in operation yet as this is an eventual secondary :)

[@karenk4850]

I just love you guys!! You are so blessed!!✨❤️

[@pattyburkhart3270]

LOL, the watering can is plastic.

[@juliahelland6488]

Thanks for sharing this! 💯 ❣️

[@sandytarsenko6319]

I am making a sign telling people that buy our eggs to PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE HORSES THEY BITE they don’t but if they do it covers our butt and I don’t want my babies to be touch by people I really don’t know 🤷‍♀️

[@ElysiaEnglish]

Sandy I am relived to hear you say you dont like people to touch your horses that you dont know. I am the same way and always thought i was kinda rude for feeling that way. its like some random person hugging my children lol im a little over pertective i guess but now feel im not the only one! hahah

[@joyceswansey8116]

Nice gifts.

[@susantremblett2280]

That’s is sooo nice!! Xoxox

[@MematheLion]

What nice gifts! ❤️

[@lynngliottone2812]

Maybe you should start just cold weather crops! The nightshades need heat.

[@valerierandall3640]

Such a thoughtful gift that you received!

[@cynthiakelly202]

Great day

[@karenturner7983]

Thanks for sharing.

[@maryswift6014]

Elisha you are so loved ❤

[@cathypurdy5853]

So love watching you guys❣️

[@tarynkriebel319]

We love you girl!

[@BeSmarterToday]

Serious Question! I have been with you guys since the very begnning. I need your help with buying a camera, mike and stand or whatever I may need to start my channel. What should I buy since I am new at this? I am about to head to Nevada to open an old mining area and build a city where there is nothing at all. A lot will be shot outdoors. I can go on Amazon before I leave this weekend so it will arrive when we get there. I love all your footage! Frugal minded elder lady. I adore your whole family including all the animals!

[@ssoley2097]

The all are so funny!!!

[@gramsthebuilder5388]

Right when you said pinch me I hit the like button because I liked it to😂