Snowed in... on a sunny day

In today's Flog, I look back on a beautiful snowy day in January that Indy and I shared here at home on the farm. School had been cancelled, so the two of us spent the day together playing in the snow, watching a movie in the barn, reading books, baking brownies, and even having my sister Marcy and her kids and grandkids join us for dinner.
It's a day in our lives where nothing eventful really happened... nothing, except everything that matters.
This is FLOG #1280...
It’s day 4 of our 30-day FLOG countdown to the festival… just 26 more to go… as we share our daily journey preparing our first Homestead Festival on June 3rd and 4th here at our farm.
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You can see the full schedule, lineup, and get festival passes at www.thehomeste...
#TheHomesteadFestival
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The Homestead Festival, a first-of-its-kind outdoor event, will make its debut on June 3-4, 2022 at Rory Feek's 100-acre historic farm in Columbia, Tennessee. Combining music and meaning, the two-day affair features musical performances, including headliner Kevin Costner & Modern West, as well as masterclass lectures by prominent homesteading community leaders such as Dr. Temple Grandin, Joel Salatin, Justin Rhodes, and many others.
In addition to Costner and his band making a rare stop on their Tales From Yellowstone 2 tour, the musical lineup on the main stage also includes The Isaacs, Jimmy Fortune, and the Brotherly Love project (Bradley Walker, Mike Rogers, Jimmy Fortune, and Ben Isaacs), as well as other bands on a smaller stage.
“We are all, of course, over-the-moon excited to have Mr. Costner and his band coming to join us for the event. But the truth is, we are just as excited to have all the incredible performers and speakers that are taking the time from their busy lives to come to Tennessee and share their knowledge and skills with individuals and families who too will be coming from all over to take part in this special weekend,” says GRAMMY-winning artist and New York Times best-selling author Rory Feek.
“The format for that Friday and Saturday will be homesteading classes and lectures throughout the day and music on the main stage in the evenings as the sun sets,” Rory continues. “Multiple tents here on the grounds will host simultaneous speakers sharing their vast experience of learning to be more self-sustaining and living closer to the land, which I think are very important things that aren’t being passed down to future generations the way they used to be, especially with the struggles we are all facing in the world today. People are interested in learning the skills and information that can help them provide for their families in these challenging times and also add meaning and joy to their lives.”
Homesteading lectures and classes at the festival will vary from growing and preserving your own food, to keeping bees or baby chicks, to home birth and home-schooling. Attendees will also be able to explore and shop at the Homestead Marketplace, featuring over 100 vendors, skilled artisans, local food trucks, and a demonstration area showcasing a variety of homesteading arts and crafts like woodworkers, blacksmiths, gardening experts, flower farmers, artists, and many more.
HISTORY OF THE HOMESTEAD FESTIVAL:
From 2008 to 2013, Rory Feek and his wife Joey held their annual Bib & Buckle Fest, where thousands of fans from all over attended outdoor concerts on the front lawn of their historic farm. This will be the first time Rory has brought outdoor music to his homestead since then.
Since Joey’s passing in 2016, Rory has expanded the farm adding more rotational-grazed pastures for cows and chickens, a one-room schoolhouse with a barnyard and livestock, multiple gardens, a greenhouse, and continued to host concerts on the farm in his 300-seat venue known as Homestead Hall. All of this is in an effort to be more sustainable for his large extended family who live, work, and teach on the farm.
For more information, visit www.thehomeste... and follow the festival on Facebook and Instagram with the links below.
Facebook: / thehomesteadfestival
Instagram: / thehomesteadfestival

[@embracingthehomesteadlife5701]

Joey knew exactly what she was doing when she chose you, what a wonderful dad you are!

[@1Glitterado]

Love how your trust and faith in God just shines through and you keep moving forward. You Rory are the living example of Gods perfect love! Thank you!

[@amazinggrace4924]

This is the father every girl needs and longs for.

[@nenaelliott8058]

Indy just cracks me up. What a wonderful personality on that one. She'll go as far in this world as she chooses to go go. , You're raising a beautiful little girl Rory. As well as the older two. You're a great dad.

[@jenniferbatson9207]

Amen

[@samanthad2147]

SO SO SO SWEET to see such a loving father with his beautiful daughter enjoying a day with Mother Nature. Joey couldn’t be happier and proud watching down from Heaven.

[@stephaniegraham9155]

My heart! Gosh I’ve missed these videos ! Look how beautiful Indy is! Joey’s heart lives on! ❤️❤️❤️❤️Rory thank you for sharing your wonderful family moments!

[@lindacooper4542]

You and Indy are such a blessing to the rest of the world. You sure let your little light shine. Much love to both of you.

[@pattyhaley2949]

My goodness, Indy is beautiful just like her Momma. Did you all get another dog? I'm so happy if you did. Indy might not have her Momma but what a Papa she's been blessed with. Indy is surrounded by so much love, my cup runneth over.....Happy Mother's Day Rory 💗 💕 ❤️. You are very, very SPECIAL!!!

[@tinaschneider4232]

Happy Mother’s Day Rory

[@tinaschneider4232]

God’s blessings for you and Indy and your whole family

[@maryjanemullenax5851]

❣🙏🫂 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY 🫂🙏❣

[@michellematthews8332]

What a perfect day winters day. Indy is very blessed to have a Daddy who models the fruit of the Spirit.

[@wethepeople536]

I wish all the kids on the planet could feel the same love as yours.

[@candymckinnon8554]

Rory you are such an amazing Daddy. All your girls are precious. Thanks for sharing your sweet family with us

[@nathaliecayrol5159]

Joey can rest in peace...her cute little girl is growing with the best father ever !!!

[@birgithaubs825]

Er ist ein toller Vater. Es tut mir so leid das seine Frau so früh gestorben ist.sie waren ein tolles Paar. Die kleine wächst behütet auf.

[@pattyprice2644]

Beautiful Indy has grown so much I love to hear the pure essence in her laughter She has her mommy's eyes and daddys hair and the love in her heart from both . It's a pericous blessing to hear the patter of little footstep while running thru the home with sweet giggles and wait for me Sweet Dreams Indy n Roy

[@kathleentinley7261]

What a wonderful snow day! What got to me was when Indy had her dolls all laid out and she said Rainbow! Loved it!

[@jamesbrown8718]

So touching to see how much love that baby has for her poppa and to see how much fun you two have together on a snowy day. There is nothing like a love between a father and his children. I remember my kids being so little and me doing things with them like that as a single father. It was hard at times, but looking back over the years I would not trade those days for nothing in this world. Keep sharing all those special moments with us Roy

[@annagiesbrecht9752]

Rory that was wonderful! I enjoyed everything about it. Indy is so grown up already. Such a little lady. Makes my heart happy seeing your family.😊

[@tla9895]

Joey is certainly smiling down upon you guys🥰🙏🏻 And loving and protecting her family❤ You guys are beautiful❤🙏🏻

[@Isaiah30v21]

I just discovered your beautiful channel when your ‘I Do’ wedding music video popped up on my feed last week. Congratulations to you and beautiful Rebecca on your new marriage!! I’ve caught up with your incredible story over the last week. Thank you. Thank you for the magnificent choices you have made and are continuing to make, concerning the embrace of ‘all’ that life entails. Your sharing your life story is truly impacting the way I look at my day to day. This crisp, snowy video you shared is fabulous. As I watch, it’s July 30th and 94 degrees in Northwest Arkansas. 😅 Thank you again. I rejoice with you regarding the beautiful new chapter you are writing with Rebecca. God is so good. Thank you for continually showing, telling and reminding all of us of His goodness, using your tremendous gift of storytelling.

[@mrs.b6719]

Oh Rory, your snow day with Indy was SOOO precious to watch. She's such a HEAVENLY little girl just like her momma 😍 💕 Those brownies she made sure did look scrumptious 😋 Sending lots of love and hugs to you both 💗

[@HomewardBound961]

This is the life Joey would want for your precious daughter.

[@karleneduffy6764]

Bless you for sharing your life. In your joyful and humble way, you quietly being light which continues to brighten my life. Thank you very much.

[@louise8752]

I laughed and cried. The sweet and the sadness. You are persevering and should be very proud of yourself. Joey has her arms around you and is shining from all around and in you and Indy…..trust in the dark moments there will be light once more.

[@pamelabaugh9432]

She is so precious and it shows how much you adore her. I wish more girls could have a father like you. Bless you two

[@cynthiawilliamson5905]

That is so good you’re teaching her how to bake and she is evidently a very good reader! So so cozy in front of a fireplace I miss my fireplace!

[@lindagentile2380]

I would so... much wish I could go Rory... I bet you will all have a BLAST. YOU are such a good Papa Rory 💙🤗 PLEASE keep Family & Friends of Mr. Mickey Gilley in your Thoughts & Prayers of Peace & Comfort in His passing... GBY ALL 🙏 💖💙❤️💙❤️💖🤗✝️

[@debrawood2972]

You can sure bring a tear. Joey is within the air of every part of your lives forever. She is so proud of you both!

[@Deer548]

Indy is so so beautiful and precious… Watching your day gives this magical sense of peace. It’s hard to explain in words. Love how the day ended with a cozy family barbecue. You’re a wonderful dad.

[@captnb8036]

Congrats on being in the the best Dads in the world club.

[@SheLikesSteel]

I'm so glad that Joey coordinated your special connection with Indy. Doing that was incredibly selfless, and proved her confidence in you, and profound love for the both of you. You're a lucky family.

[@lauriecolaprete3460]

Loved every minute of your ORDINARY - EXTRAORDINARY Life on SNOW DAY! ❤

[@doreenkrajewski9775]

Best vlog ever Rory. Happy tears. 😄💚💚beautiful home, family and pets. 😄💚

[@glendawilliams8360]

What a sweet daddy you are and she is beyond precious!! God bless you both and may God continue to have his hand of blessings and strength on you all.🙏🙏🙏

[@roseannedickson4787]

Thank you Rory for sharing your life and your beautiful baby girl too. She is a precious 💖 little one. You are such a great dad! God Bless you in all you do. 🙏

[@lindametzger7387]

Yep

[@lindametzger7387]

Indy you so growing up love you

[@s.m.jelenajovanovic3726]

How lucky is that little girl to have a daddy like you Rory! God bless you!

[@wisdom6437]

This is extremely inspiring. Thank you Rory for continuing close to God after Joey passed. I’m happy you and your little beautiful daughter are so close. God bless and keep you all.❤️🙏🙏

[@lisaharris102]

I love you're voice it's do soothing .I know you're bride is smiling down on you and her sweet baby girl.indys growing up do smart and beautiful

[@nmikali3848]

Indy has grown soo much! How beautiful she is her Mama is proud of you both 💗What a lovely day you all had 🥰💓

[@K-LynnTexas]

Oh my, I feel it in my heart and soul. The next beautiful sunrise, Sunday May 8th, is from Momma Joey to you both. So much to shine and be proud of! God bless you all and Happy Mother's Day Mrs Joey Feek

[@leannestoner844]

I have few memories like this Rory. I think of all the ones little Indy has in her heart , and I smile. She will remember these times,in the years to come. You, ARE the worlds best papa.Thank you for sharing your love.

[@dianem6512]

Joey is looking down at you with such love, pride, and joy for the life you are living!

[@juliebailey9254]

I'd rather see this than the reality garbage that comes out on tv, your stuff is encouraging & positive. You have an amazing family Mr. Feek.

[@chpproductions11]

The simplest times are the best surrounded by a loving ABBA and a loving father and family. What nice scenery, cool dog, sledding in the snow making brownies and a cozy fire I loved hearing her play and read and how nurturing you are with her she is one happy girl Your making great memories.

[@nancyowens9076]

Melts my heart! So precious and beautiful!!! You are a wonderful father!!! Perfect!!!!

[@Karellybean]

God is love and love cures all….Rory God knew what he was doing when he blessed you and your family with this special little girl…..She is So loved she has a glow around her!…Thank you for sharing God’s love with the world!

[@jenniferbryan295]

I.havent seen one of your videos in a long time. Indy has grown so much!! Beautiful video!!

[@ElainesYT]

Sure was some beautiful sweetness in that film. You're truly blessed.

[@blackbird6491]

You’re a wonderful father. Blessings to you and your little girl. Wishing you all the happiness in the world. 🙏🏼❤️

[@Sammie_Jo_1982_Homestead]

Beautiful day , with a beautiful girl!

[@cherylcampbell7495]

Love you sharing with us your beautiful life and family. Indy is growing up and is great help I see. Love your faith in God. He always manages to pull us through hard times. Lots of love. Wish I could make it to your festival. Looks like a lot of fun.👍🙏💕🇺🇸

[@Anna-es9bs]

I love watching Indy grow up, thanks for sharing.

[@mikeburnett1211]

What a awesome dad you are Rory Feek. We already know this from Heidi and Hopie. God Bless you young Man.

[@debragrandey6887]

Your video's bring a smile to my face every time. God knows exactly what He is doing all the time and He knew Indy would be in the perfect hands to take great care of her. He took her sweet Moma so early from her life, but God knows best! We can't question the why's. You are the best father ever! Great job Dad!

[@respectfullyyours9210]

Beautiful testimony of God being present today and always. Many Blessings and thank you for sharing.

[@patriciascott6479]

Rory you are such an amazing father. Indy is so beautiful and growing up so fast. I know Joey is smiling down on you both and is so proud. God Bless you both❤️❤️

[@eileendoherty2836]

You both are precious thank you for sharing your life ❤️🤗🙏💕💐💔

[@shirleyscott683]

What a beautiful child. I miss my daughters when they were small but love them now they're grown.

[@vickiesautner9147]

Love to see Indy growing up and getting more beautiful 💗

[@janicew6222]

A lovely flog today.

[@dorothyclark1737]

I am so proud of you Rory for the love,faith, courage and most of all the understanding it took you to go on without Joey's present 's in your life. And the tobe the Best Daddy you can be! I'm so,so Proud of you! Gosh I'd love to meet you and Indy,and the family too.

[@sherryowens2299]

Amazing! Joey is proud as she looks down on this. A loving family, and a beautiful child.

[@joanharris8057]

You are so good with sweet Indy! She brings you joy and keeps you young!

[@kayceehaney-cennamo7302]

Indy is growing so fast. It is great to see her helping cook and do chores.

[@ar12281]

Thank you, Rory for sharing your precious lives with us all. Jesus Shines Bright In Your Home.

[@lewisdenise241]

This made my heart smile. Every time I watch it it reminds me of enjoying the simple things in life and enjoying every min. Rory is an amazing father. Thank you for sharing.

[@aujkalenic4203]

Oh how much Indiana looks like her Mama, she's so beautiful and brilliant like a Bright shining 🌟 sent here from above.....what bliss endowed to us from our Creator.....

[@teresakryvenchuk6205]

Thank you for letting us in your life. Indiana is growing and so pretty like her Mama. 😍 May the good Lord bless you two in all you do.

[@georgechenriques]

Love watching this video thanks for showing us your loving family and friends. God bless your family in Jesus name amen.

[@joannasnyder3744]

Such a good dad...Joey would be proud

[@tinar.1860]

So happy Indy has you, and you have her, and its so beautiful to watch you both, and the bond you have and share together. May God continue to Bless you both and your family. 💗

[@syblehull9747]

What a fun snow day. Making wonderful memories. Thanks for sharing. Loved it!

[@people_watcher]

Thank you for sharing ♡

[@maranathacomelord7115]

It's so good to see you both again. Indiana is growing into a beautiful young lady. You are an amazing father.

[@sandracantrell1228]

Sharing, caring, loving, believing...that's real life.

[@drdecker1]

Rory you are doing a great job raising your daughter Indy ! It's really nice to see what love looks like in a family ! Praying For You, It's also great to see family gathering around you ! God Bless !!

[@maryswann7623]

I could not watch you for so long … my heart hurt and I cry easily. ..but what a joy you bring to so many. I am glad I found you on Utube. Your little girl is getting big and thriving. You are an awesome dad and person.

[@brenna5202]

This just makes me soul happy…I know if we lived near you, my daughter would be the best of friends with Indy ♥️

[@sharonbetts9010]

Beautiful. God bless you.

[@mel_revealz]

The end brought me to tears. I wish we understood why certain things happen. Watching you and Indy outplaying in the snow I imagined Joey looking down on you guys just laughing….. I don’t even know you guys but my heart breaks and at the same time rejoices. We don’t know the Lords plans for our lives but there’s only one way to go about moving forward even when it’s so painful and that’s trust, trusting in him to handle it all and he surely does doesn’t he?….. thank you for sharing, I have missed seeing the little one grow up and she’s now so grown! My how the time flies…..

[@sherry4807]

I really really love y'all so very much. Thank you for sharing these fun and touching vignettes of your lives. Indy has grown so much and so beautiful. Keep doing what you do Papa.

[@throughfaithandgrace2970]

And the worlds greatest dad goes to Rory. These two are beautiful 🥲

[@loriannvaccola8264]

Rory you have no idea how much these videos mean to me. Thank you so very much xoxo

[@kimreese8434]

Thank you for the precious view into a snow day brought from God above..

[@lauralisowe1806]

What a glorious snow day. God bless you as you live this life that he has given you each with a beautiful gift to share ❤️

[@LifewithCJmaltese]

Awww ! Only God knows why ? He wouldn’t give you anything that you couldn’t handle… I have a son that is autistic and he’s my everything! You’re such a good day and your wife is your angel looking down… We will all be up in heaven with all our loved ones…God bless you and your family ❤

[@stephaniewright340]

Joey is smiling from above.. What a beautiful family..

[@mikecurtis2585]

Great times always fun 👍👍👍😊😊🙏🙏

[@anitahagerman4697]

Bless little Indy she is doing great, she is precious, what a joy. She's come so far. I love your relationship together, so sweet, your a good no great dad. I'm so glad I met you 4 years ago, that was a blessing too! Indy has always captured my heart, I have a spot there for her. I wish I could be a the festival as it looks like a good time, but money is tough, I live in the Toronto area. I have followed you since before Joey passed. Rory your voice is very soothing and so nice when you tell stories and of course when you sing. Loving the new flogs. Take care, hope all is well.

[@cathyblanton9291]

My heart goes out to him an his little girl he's such a good man love him

[@catp4861]

You are a wonderful dad! Indiana is very lucky to have you, & I know you are very lucky to have her. 🥰

[@tcmomcoffey4028]

YOU MELT MY HEART THE WAY YOU LOVE NOT ONLY ALL OF UR DAUGHTERS YOUR WIFE YOU ARE SO KIND TO ALL. I'VE NEVER IN MY LIFE SEEN ANYONE BE AS KIND FAITH FILLED AS WELL AS PURE KINDNESS AND THE WAY U LIVE WOW UR JUST 1 IN A MILLION I CAN SAY THAT AND PPL SEE THIS IN YOU

[@dawnoliver2015]

I get all choked up seeing such a loving dad.♥️

[@janicemanley9884]

Its a dream to watch you both so relaxing and to put your faith in god keep these vidos coming thank you so much.xxxxxxx

[@ginneycamden3613]

Love the dog playing.

[@susanduguid1947]

Thanks Team Rory, I believe I saw some of those scenes before as we lived in places where we had snow and nature's inclines. I remember Indy being pulled by her daddy in the sled, I remember learning what her bed looked like as her father put his sleepy head to bed. I don't remember the making of Brownie's and glad, I chose to watch this Flog as Rory's posts never fail to lift me, and I was just about to head out to buy food since we have all been sick and in bed, and the coffers are low, and it is too late for delivery. Watching Indy crack open eggs reminded me we need eggs, something I forgot on my mental list. I will watch the post again as I want to truly, really hear completely what Rory said to Indy as he kissed her goodnight.

[@2flyb11]

So heartfelt I pray God continues to give you and Indy the desires of your heart. God bless you always

[@71717]

Hey,Indy is growing up so fast, she is so beautiful sweet 💞💞💞💞 she is going to do great in this life 🙂God bless you and Indy💖be safe💞 peace be with you and Indy always✨✨✨✨✌️✨

[@matthewfarmer6830]

your daughter has nice collection of dolls, I hope she has them for years, they can be collectable, she a sweet young lady. thanks for sharing.👍👍🙂📸

[@randyknebel8332]

Good stuff Rory we miss seeing you on your Vlogs. And hopefully Rory you can get The Joey+Rory Show back on. We just loved watching your show on Sunday nights and all of friends LOVED 😊❤❤ the Here in South Bend,Indiana P.S. Your show This Life I Live we miss too. Linda,Randy Knebel

[@cynthiarollins3949]

What a beautiful little girl…she’s thriving in your loving care…so precious. I love all the Indiana videos. I also love that you teach her about everything and that she has chores. God bless you all💕