🌀Riding Out Hurricane Milton: Florida Family Of 5 Evacuation Vlog

[@jonihofmann3318]

Erin, @6:45 you explain how you have "made peace with coming home to a flooded house, but you're remaining hopeful that that won't be the case". This is exactly how I've dealt with many hurricanes. I live in Melbourne, FL and have been through at least 8 major hurricane threats in the past 30 years. Each time, we prepare the house the best we can, say our prayers for the storm to pass without incident in our area, and then I do my best to just "let go and let God". I often enjoy parts of experiencing the storm or the evacuation as I love how everyone really comes together as a community to support each other! After all this time, our beautiful little home has remained essentially untouched. There truly is no need to worry about things that may never be!

[@EatMoveRest]

That's so true, it really does bring everyone together. I feel so connected and close to those I've experienced the storm with!

[@leannrigney7615]

We are a vegan family of 5 as well and we live in Bradenton, FL. We were right in it. Milton was the scariest storm I’ve been in and I’m a native Floridian. It was so stressful, we would have evacuated if we could have. Winds came barreling through, demolished our sheds and ripped out so many trees, even the oaks! We had no power for 4 nights and that was so hard with a baby too! I was praying so hard all night for our safety and it made me realize, I should be praying to Jesus this much on the daily! Not just during a life threatening situation! Jesus is my rock. Yes I totally said that too, I don’t want to be like Peter on the water when he looked away from Jesus and started to sink!! I just need my eyes on Jesus. This hurricane totally taught me so much. I always say, what is God trying to tell us here? I love love love you guys!!! So happy you are safe and glad you sheltered the kids from the stress of this storm. ❤🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏 ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏

[@EatMoveRest]

Gosh, so scary. It is definitely a reminder to stay close to Jesus, for sure...constant communication is key. We felt the same way! Thanks for the love!!

[@heybc6996]

you guys I love how you're opening up about your vulnerabilities and challenges....It's so refreshing when most of KZbin never deals with emotions....it's really refreshing!!!!

[@EatMoveRest]

So glad you appreciate it...we try our best to share all aspects with an emphasis on the light, bright, and happy side, but got to be real and relatable too!

[@cardiogirl798]

I was thinking of you and your family. So happy you're out of the eye of the storm but please just keep safe. Sending love light and prayers for you all to be safe.

[@pembie7859]

This must of been so overwhelming and scary. I hate to see rude comments here. People deal with situations like this differently. I know how freaked out Erin was when they tried to ride out their first hurricane. I can see their overwhelm and anxiety through many parts of this video. You guys are resilient. You made the best of an extremely dangerous situation with three small children. I would have done the same 💜

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks for your support! So glad we got out of the way!

[@StephanieLeach]

Glad your home wasn’t flooded. Looks like you made the best of the situation. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and evacuation tips.

[@malaplava4865]

Thank goodness you are all safe. We live in Tampa Bay and we decided to stay. It was the scariest night when Milton made the landfall. Wind was crazy. Tree limbs hitting the roof. We have a leak and no power but we are all alive ❤

[@shanitabrumwell]

I am so glad you are all safe and returned to a dry home.

[@mandeeTerrane]

Glad y’all stayed safe! I completely know the feeling Dusty was talking about with the praying for your house to not flood but feeling guilty that others probably will. We live outside of Tallahassee and evacuated a few weeks ago from Helene and that was exactly what was going through our mind. We didn’t want our home to be damaged but we also didn’t want it to damage others’. We were relieved when we moved out of the path but heartbroken for those in the Big Bend area that were affected. It’s a really difficult feeling to come to grips with.

[@kristahodges7025]

Great video. Appreciated the realness of this video, maybe even more than some of your planned videos. 💜 Glad you guys are safe!

[@michelleleapai7942]

So happy for your family that your home survived! Bless all the families that were not as lucky. Tough to go through for Florida. Kept you all in our prayers

[@EatMoveRest]

thank you, we appreciate your prayers so much!

[@sueannwbogue4932]

So glad you are all safe and your home was not damaged too much. Thinking of you.

[@stokrotnie7]

Thank you for sharing your faith the way you did. ❤ It’s beautiful! And something to emulate 🥰 May God bless and protect you! 🙏❤

[@lorrygregoire6609]

I’m so glad you guys are safe and that you didn’t have too much property damage. Thank you for sharing your journey dealing with the hurricane.

[@EatMoveRest]

You are so welcome! We are grateful too!

[@dawnknowles9092]

God is our refuge. So happy you all are safe and thank you for sharing your story through this challenging time!

[@EatMoveRest]

We are so grateful! Thanks for watching.

[@FrancineJ-i1t]

OMG! Thanks for showing how vegan and happy and safe your family is in the midst of a hurricane that some people couldn't escape. Its what EVERYONE needs.

[@EatMoveRest]

So glad you appreciated it!

[@natashagonzalez3192]

Thank you for bringing us along. I love you guys! I'm so glad your home was okay. God is good all the time.

[@EatMoveRest]

Amen! Glad you appreciate this vid!

[@one-seventeen.rev310]

I needed that word you were speaking about faith. That disconnect from the physical is a blessing in the storm because then you really do need to rely on faith and i need to remember that through the pain. You guys remind me of Romans 12:2, one of my favorite verses. I was vegan, lost my job, started looking for work, which was scarce, ended up at mcds, started eating terribly again and i really want to go back again because i felt cleaner in my spirit not eating what everyone else was. I was weird and my mom called cps on me a couple times because she thinks veganism is abuse. So it was hard to keep up the lifestyle with no outside support. But who needs them, i have Jesus and i want to start feeling better, please pray for me and my family to get back on track in Jesus' name.

[@amygrams520]

Glad you and your home are safe! I know it was stressful, but it also makes for a good story to reminisce on in a decade or so. "Remember when we went to Disney because of hurricane Milton?" 🙂

[@EatMoveRest]

So true! haha thank you!

[@caseym.8985]

Glad you, your family and house are ok! I appreciated you taking us along on this journey and you did a great job of making lemonade out of lemons, especially with such little kids.

[@EatMoveRest]

So glad you enjoyed!!!

[@janaknob6524]

Glad you are ok! We live in Fort Myers and evacuated to Ft.Lauderdale.. It was crazy time. Tornadoes were scary. It’s good that kids had a good time ;)

[@EatMoveRest]

It is definitely a pins and needles situation but we are so grateful to have fared well this time!!

[@Dalykd]

So raw and real. Love how you both speak of the lord. Bless your family. So happy your home is okay!

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks a bunch!! Glad you appreciated this!

[@iamsuperlious]

Evacuating is never a wrong decision, maybe a inconvenience but even if the storm misses you completely, that is a better outcome than staying and being trapped (especially with kids). My husband and I live in Pasco county (near Tampa) our entire neighborhood was underwater due to the rivers flooding. Luckily our home did not get flooded as we are the highest sitting home in our neighborhood but even than it came close. We did not evacuate, as we didn’t even have evacuation orders. I’m a native in FL & I must say this has been the craziest storm I’ve dealt with as far as what I’ve seen close to me with devastation. We leaned a lot on God, and it truly restores some faith in humanity when you see everyone coming together to help each other. I’m so happy your family and home was safe.

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks for sharing!

[@elizabethmaedavenport]

You guys are incredible! Thank you for sharing your lessons, wisdom, and life!

[@EatMoveRest]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching, Elizabeth! :)

[@heatherwilliams5384]

I'm glad you all are safe

[@EatMoveRest]

Appreciate it!

[@anna-d2v4o]

So glad you guys stayed safe and your house was okay!

[@tinabailey4083]

So happy your home is ok. We live on the east coast near New Smyrna and were stressed out too. All is well, feeling grateful and blessed❤️

[@EatMoveRest]

Same!!

[@Titunka]

Thank you guys, you are awesome people❤❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Awe we appreciate your kind words!

[@tasharai9765]

I had yall in my thoughts and prayers. I'm glad everything was okay. It's a blessing that your house and everyone are safe.Thank God.😊 Love you guys❤.

[@EatMoveRest]

We appreciate it! The prayers were felt!

[@robertturner1308]

Glad you all stayed safe.

[@EatMoveRest]

We are so grateful!

[@elizabethmaedavenport]

Grateful for you guys! You worked and work so hard to have built yourselves and your lives! Glad all is well! Glad you have each other! God is good!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@suzannepurple]

How come God is good for some people and not good for some other people who have lost their houses in the storm?

[@tl3153]

God works all things for good for those who love Him. (That includes tragedy, disaster, and destruction). John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome the world.”

[@EatMoveRest]

We appreciate your continual support, Elizabeth. It means so much to us!!!

[@EatMoveRest]

He works all things for good...damage and destruction is not the end point, it is just part of the process of life, whether it be losing a home, a loved one, etc, almost anyone in the long run will have found growth and a silver lining in the process...i prayed and prayed and prayed for my grandma not to die, but the truth is nothing here on earth is permanent. We have to learn to lean on and trust God no matter what he puts in our path. It varies for everyone.

[@catherinevaal5109]

Great testimony through hard times.

[@reneepelletier3021]

God bless you guys. 💕 You’re so strong - and still grateful during trying times. Your kiddos are lucky to have you!! Stay safe and keep that beautiful spirit The world needs your light, xo❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks a bunch. We so appreciate your support and kind words!!

[@katherinewalker9812]

Thank you for sharing your life and family.

[@EatMoveRest]

Our pleasure!

[@nazeeniranfar2616]

Sooo glad you guys were safe and your home was safe 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 as Dusty said, sometimes these situations just show us that we are capable of so much more and that we can deal with it 🙏🏻 and for sure it opens our heart 💖💖

[@Forestgreenflicka]

Erin and Dusty are very wise with their money, particularly when it comes to food. Some are acting like they went to this resort and each one ate $25 cake for every meal over four days! As a fellow Floridian this was a smart and strategic decision, especially with the young ones. Also, EVERYONE could afford to evacuate because tons of FREE shelters were open across the state.

[@EatMoveRest]

It was a super safe place to be, glad we took our friends' advice!

[@obedjean4523]

I live in the Fort myers area. The only thing that gave me peace is remembering that Jesus slept in a boat in the raging boat we can have faith that God will protect us during this storm.

[@EatMoveRest]

Love that, thanks for sharing!

[@destinydelossantos135]

so happy to see you guys are safe and your home is okay

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you!

[@DanaPedersen-v3f]

Glad you guys are safe and sound.

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks a bunch!

[@tyjesusimplantbased1331]

Praise God everything turned out so well ❤ He is so good ❤ Thank you, sweet, good Lord !

[@EatMoveRest]

So good!

[@tinabailey4083]

Most all those plants will thrive once they get over the shock. Thanks for sharing!

[@EatMoveRest]

Glad to hear that! Thank you!

[@plantedinthemidwestb4545]

Thank you for talking about your faith. It’s so important right now in a time when our country has turned away from Him. I truly believe God heard all of our prayers and Milton was not what expected. It could have been so much worse. ❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Absolutely, prayers were answered!

[@Is_brea_liom_tae]

So glad you guys stayed safe and were able to keep things calm for your kids. Sending love ❤x

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks for sending love our way...back at ya!

[@rosabella4440]

Great planning and looking ahead! Zoe loved the hotel bed! So cute! God bless and super happy things are going well ❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks a million!!

[@VegGirlSF]

I’m glad you posted I was thinking of you the whole time. It’s scary when events make you relinquish your control! Glad the kids had fun, Zoe is cuter by the day! Hope Max feels better. ❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Thanks, we appreciate it...all is well now!

[@andreabruce9206]

Great video!!God bless your beautifull family,and your beautifull relationship.!!

[@YaNVme]

I'm getting serious baby fever over here. Glad you were able to make the best of the situation for the sake of the babies.

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you! :) haha Zoe will do that to ya!

[@dorretgibson8548]

So glad you are safe 🩷

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you!

[@tinahemminger1372]

Good message guys. God is good. 🦋

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you! Yes!!

[@NaturalWifeyandMamaBear]

PTL y’all are ok! Been praying lots for everyone! ❤ 🙏 Also love the “Miss Lego hair” comment haha, as we’re total Lego fans here!! Our boys’ fav. But her hair does look like Lego hair, too cute, aww 🥰!! And also Erin, I would’ve been way too stimulated too, 😬 hubs too. That’s why we’re out in the country 😉 🌲 🌳 🐦 🐄 🐖 🏡

[@tyjesusimplantbased1331]

Bless you guys and your family. ❤❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you!

[@GGWinehart]

Glad you guys are ok n your home was safe ..Lord protected you guys ❤❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

We are doing well, thank you!

[@magaliepousin1103]

I hope you're doing well after Milton and that you haven't suffered top much 🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰

[@EatMoveRest]

We are safe and our home was too, so for that we are grateful!

[@criszy123]

Glad you guys are ok and kept the kids away from that scary situation. I live in north port as well and was super lucky to get power just after 2 days unfortunately my brother in Bradenton wasn’t so lucky honestly after this storm and watching the two others out there now I’m moving when my lease is up can’t keep rebuilding this island will sink one day 😢

[@EatMoveRest]

It has been so stressful for us too...only time will tell where we might decide to land next, or if we stick it out. Not sure!

[@bgw2247]

Would you tell us what kind of paper products you use in the kitchen and bath? TIA🙂

[@EatMoveRest]

We use Plant Paper which is "tree free" from bamboo and unbleached. You can use EATMOVEREST for 25% off a subscription order. bit.ly/406iSDe

[@sheemaalen9286]

U guys are so awesome! Way to survive this! God makes a way!! ❤ 😊

[@EatMoveRest]

Amen!!

[@tinabailey4083]

Great decision to take kids to Disney during the Hurricane. Good distraction❤️

[@EatMoveRest]

It was a good decision we were glad we made...thanks to our friends who suggested it!

[@emilieasselin8490]

Hi, what are you doing for Halloween🎃 with the kids? Are you going trick-or-treating? Are you doing anything special? It would be so great if you made a video about it to give us some ideas!thanks !! Love your video ❤😊 and all your recipe!

[@EatMoveRest]

We will do something fun with friends...we typically do "switch witch," where you go trick or treating and then leave your bag of candy outside the front door and then the switch witch comes and replaces them with wholesame snacks and fun little toys, stickers, etc!! They love it!

[@ceciliacalvin263]

Stay safe!

[@ceciliacalvin263]

Make sure you have plenty of cash in case the electrity goes out and you can’t use your atm or credit cards.

[@greenteaprincess02]

Praise God you are all safe. People evacuate in their own ways. @fairywar your name says it all. But i pray you all get back to good health too. Stinks being sick and stressed all at once.

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you, we are so grateful to be safe!!

[@straightedgeveganbel2453]

Do you guys watch The Chosen? I think you'd love it ❤

[@EatMoveRest]

Yes we do!

[@elizabethmaedavenport]

❤❤❤

[@EatMoveRest]

🙏❤

[@user-tr6wh5hn4z]

🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@amefischerCNM]

I'm so glad your family and home is ok! ---- side note... I bought the Rice Ramen from Costco as well but am struggling on how to use them. I may have prepared them wrong??? Maybe I cooked them too long? Any plant based ideas with them?

[@EatMoveRest]

Try cooking them in veggie broth and you can also add some steamed or cooked veggies to make it even more tasty, like broccoli, carrots, onions, garlic, edamame, or add some miso paste for flavor.

[@cynthiaheimsath7856]

Erin and Dusty, which hotel did you stay at?

[@EatMoveRest]

Art of Animation!

[@ultimask8er]

✨ United Tropical Vegan Communes for World Peace 🌎🕊️💚🌴😇

[@EatMoveRest]

🌱💪

[@AbbDabb]

🙏

[@EatMoveRest]

🙏

[@lindsayfields9170]

What did you eat at Disney?

[@EatMoveRest]

Everything we shared! We made our own meals for the most part. On the last day we found an amazing restaurant that was actually vegan friendly and healthy and it was at the Animal Kingdom lodge!

[@elizabethmaedavenport]

Grateful for you guys! You worked and work so hard to have built yourselves and your lives! Glad all is well! Glad you have each other! God is good!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@EatMoveRest]

Thank you so much, love!!