Sewing Together ║ Hang Out with This Homeschool Mom of 9 │ School Week 18

In this video from February 2019, we got some things ready for Valentine's Day and the girls and I spent time sewing together. We had to get Thomas' unrestricted Driver's License and Asher started studying to get his Learner's Permit. Sophia got to 100 on the number train which was very exciting. I hit 50,000 subscribers this week. I captured some "naughty kids moments" on this video and decided to leave them in for anyone who wonders if our kids fight with each other.
Andrea's Blog: www.andreamills.tv
Tom's Channel: / tommillsfamily
Our Amazon Affiliate Store: www.amazon.com/shop/omegacomp...
We homeschool using ACE Curriculum.
We are an INTJ / INFJ couple. #INFJ #INTJ
Mills Family
P.O. Box 323
Moorcroft, Wyoming 82721
USA
Fern Blakeman
921 Mountain Meadow Dr, C129
Gillette, WY 82716
Our family's birthdays, MBTI types and colors we organize by:
Thomas - Jan. 5 - INTJ - Blue
Sophia - Jan. 19 - ENTP? - Blue/Light Blue
Eden - Feb. 24 - ESFJ - Yellow
Hannah - May 2 - ESTP? - Red/Hot Pink
Judah - May 26 - ESTP - Red
Solomon - June 15 - ISFP - Green
Andrea - June 22 - INFJ - Pink/White
Claudia - Aug. 4 - ISTP - Purple/Light Purple
Justus - Sep. 21 - ENFP - Orange
Tom - Oct. 25 - INTJ - Black
Asher - Dec. 15 - ISFJ - Purple

[@jannier9766]

I love Andrea's laugh and you can just hear the joy she has in her children. I didn't find the channel until 2 months after she passed. I keep thinking how much I would have wanted to have Andrea as a friend.

[@elizabethspehr4146]

Me too! She was a wonderful person and I am so sorry I missed it.

[@beckysebben5751]

Such a amazing woman, nobody could ever take your place. I always loved watching your video for many reasons but the way you talk and your voice was always so calming to me. R.I.P. beautiful lady. Lots and lots of love and prayers to each one of you from Michigan XoXo

[@sweetcaroline6076]

Andrea, you are still helping people, still making a difference in people's lives even after your death. You have touched my life so much. I'm so sad that I didn't discover your channel until you passed. But you are definitely still making a difference. Much love to you and your dear family.

[@blessedhomeschoolmommy1453]

I didn’t get to know this sweet lady until after she was gone. I went back to the very beginning and am watching them all the way through. She has made a huge difference in my life. One of the most important lessons was contentment with our large family in a small living space.

[@CargillHouse]

You and your family have given me the courage to go on and have more children. I have received such negativity or unwanted comments from family and strangers alike for having the 4 we have now and to add 2 more to that people seem to think is ludicrous. Seeing you be so organized in such a small space (we have a home of 900sqft with unfinished 2nd floor and basement), it gives me the courage and encouragement that we, too, CAN do this. So, thank you. 💜

[@humorisnotdead28]

You *do* make a difference with *each* vlog because your character & heart come through, whether you're picking out shampoo or discussing values. People would feel wholly different watching someone else do exactly what you do. Viewing your "minutia" is enjoyable perhaps because we viewers are intrigued (maybe subconsciously) that we like you even when you're simply shopping. :) ETA: You lead by example, rather than by pedagogy/dogma, & that's THE BEST! :) That said, your "talking" videos are also *excellent* & just as enjoyable & valued.

[@PotawatomiProud]

You sure have impacted my life, more than I ever could have imagined..

[@hermilavelez5287]

The ending of this video was just beautiful and heart breaking now that she's gone. Truly sorry for your loss. She has made a difference in my life without ever having met her. Seeing her in her videos and seeing her with her kids made me want to be a better mother and wife.

[@loispoe4849]

Andrea, i’m always so excited to see a video up from you. Somehow you have a calming affect on me. You have a precious family. Your a terrific mother.

[@clairepaquette5676]

You make a big difference in people lives. You have thought all of those important values to your children and I love that your children will most likely do the same with their children and so on. There are not enough people like you Andrea. You are an amazing mom .

[@tammyvillanueva9303]

I would rather watch the Mills over a movie any day!!! You guys are the best !!! ❤️💕😊🌻

[@Rmicheals1]

I just had to come back and see you andrea! I miss you! You have had s great impact on my life and taught me how to he s more patient and loving mother. You are greatly missed. Thank you for being you and for being such a wonderful mother and wife. You were a angel here on earth and I think about you and your family every single day. Lots of love from Chicago. 🙏🏻💝

[@MyLittleInfinity]

You don’t know how I’ve been waiting for a new Mills family video! Past 2 days I’ve been rewatching your old shopping trip/haul videos, and I was hoping you’d upload something new soon; thank you Andrea for continuing to share your family moments with us ❤️

[@donnasparks8189]

I wonder about the children and homeschooling now...so many changes Tom has to face. Please know you are not alone...so many people support you 💗

[@rachelday9585]

They are still homeschooling. His mom and her sisters are going to help with the littles and the bigger ones can do most of their stuff on their own.

[@patriciabarnhart1886]

Rest assured that your voice is welcome and needed, Andrea❤️

[@julieanneprice7865]

Totally agree!!

[@maryreich4262]

I love your videos. I watch them and feel a little lesslonely. It's like having a friend here with me. Not that I'm super lonely- I have friends but none here at work (lots of turnover here lately). Your calming voice and motherly wisdom help the day pass much more pleasantly. I look forward to new video uploads.

[@orchardgirl4785]

My dear sister with the Lord, you have made a vast impact on me and my family. I share the wisdom that I have gleaned from watching your videos with my family and friends. Lord willing, we will meet in Heaven one day. Tom, thank you for leaving this channel up. What a blessing.

[@donnacamm8155]

Andrea said she wanted to make a impact of peoples hearts she sure has .

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Most certainly, we will never be the same.

[@lmkays]

I hope you know how much you did help. You were an amazing mama. I wish we had been friends 😢. I admire you so much

[@elainespencer9445]

Your videos do a lot for me. I’ve been with you awhile now and the calming effect you give me well words cannot explain. I am an older lady from England and I so enjoy watching you and your family and I see a kind hearted woman🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿😊👍

[@dianabanana9474]

Andrea as your life is changing please know you have made a big difference in my life and everyone watching you! God Bless You in this new journey! Love you and praying for you and your family! Your children are blessed to have all these videos to watch! ❤❤❤

[@susanprivate3551]

Your videos are helping a lot of people ♥️ Thanks for doing them Andrea 🙂

[@jamierossi2573]

Hello Mills fam. Yes, Andrea has made an impact alright. I love her heart.

[@camillek5793]

I just love your heart for others, Andrea. You and your family both entertain and teach me so much. My family is in a much better place because of what you share. Thanks so much for thinking of us and taking the time to film and edit these videos. I personally know how much it takes to do that. Congrats on reaching 50K! You deserve it!

[@julieanneprice7865]

For me ... some of your most impactful videos were the menu cards. I enjoy how others real life menu plan. I also greatly enjoy your weekly videos like this one and daily grind kinds of things. Last, any video with your dad in it ... he's adorable!!

[@DanaC6]

I strive to have a happy house like yours! My kids are learning and we are working together and enjoying each other so so much! Thank you for sharing your family ❤️

[@volition51]

Economics in One Lesson! I really need to re-read my copy, I just couldn't get it all to register, first time around. A door! Always love Sophia's concentration! Thomas with Hannah, Asher almost driving, Judah watching crossbow, Justus making bedtime milk, Eden the patient sewing helper, Solomon and the exploding train (and States!), and Claudia being Claudia, loving school and wanting her turn, everything 100%! This video really brought home one of your "secret weapons": don't sweat the small stuff. Can't wait for the talking!!!!

[@bethenyauker4727]

Believe me you are definitely making a difference! You are helping me be more of a patient mother, I struggle with patience. I often find myself saying throughout the day, how would Andrea handle this!! I get so happy when you post because it's like my best friend just came over! Thank you for making these and helping so many of us!

[@barrysparksofficial]

Hi Mills family! Watching you faithfully! 😊 Big hugs to you all❤️

[@dee398]

You and your family always, make a difference , in my life. Just wanted you to know that .❤️❤️❤️❤️ luv Dee

[@annielemaster]

You definitely help change our hearts. You are wonderful! Remember you can't please everyone but you have LOTS of people who LOVE hearing what you have to say!

[@jennifermartinez468]

Your DMV is what I wish every DMV was like. When I have to go it can take hours if you don't have an appointment. It even takes hours sometimes if you do have an appointment. Also, getting an appointment is usually not easy. Most are weeks out.

[@melissarichardson8930]

I like so many others here look forward to your videos you help me unwind from the day with your calming nature and beautiful family. You’ve encouraged me to renew my faith in the lord. God bless you and your family xx

[@daisyjane221]

Oh, you are making a difference Andrea. Just think of the variety of subscribers you are reaching. By allowing us into your home, you are doing much more than entertaining us. You are using social media in the best possible way; to teach, to concur and to calm. So often the world seems so big to me. You bring me back to the most important and necessary aspect of all our lives; the family.

[@zellakehoe8498]

Andrea you definitely make a difference in my life. I love watching you and your lovely family. I lost my only daughter in March and I'll never be the same, but you bring me so much hope. Thank you so much.

[@gymstrip]

I'm sorry for your loss Zella 💛

[@stormynights371]

I'm so very sorry for your loss Zella... Sending lots of love and prayers your way...

[@1214rdc]

You have made s difference in my life for sure. Many ways life for instance, contentment. I love how you choose to be content with what you have. I saw in the night that a new video was up and I couldn’t wait to watch it. Just finished it, but I’ll probably watch it again. You are a true friend and a blessing to many. You way over 50,000 now.

[@josiedaniels3215]

Your videos have enriched my life Andrea, always a pleasure to watch. Your life is so very different to mine,I love seeing what you're all up to, keep up the good work x

[@pjl2963]

Happy 50,000, sweet friend! You all have certainly made a difference in my life, and I'm so thankful for you. I would LOVE LOVE LOVE it if you could squeeze in some videos like you used to make in the old days; with you just sitting in your bedroom, sharing your heart about some particular subject. You are wise beyond your years and have so much to share! And I loved the junior sewing circle...there aren't many things more precious than little girls learning how to handle an "owee needle," [as Claudia calls it] and thread; and to see their joy at their creation. Even us older girls enjoy the process, too! Keep going....keep growing! Love you, Pam

[@marycopen6932]

I definitely needed this video I've been very upset the last couple of days and me watching your video has definitely helped Your family just helps bring peace to me

[@homemadehome19]

I just want you to know u inspire me you show us moms different things we can do with our kids and much more your vlogs are inspiring and I know you don’t want to turn the adds on but you deserve it I would love to see more of your recipes I just want to thank you for showing me different things I can teach and help my kids grow into helpful godly adults many blessings to u and your family

[@Jeppica777]

Andrea, you are such an inspiration to me! I've been watching since before Hannah was born and have loved you and your family from the beginning I love seeing your videos and live streams I dont know if you remember but I commented on a few about infertility and you suggested the progesterone cream! I have used it and We are still believing in our rainbow baby and know God will answer us in his time! Watching your channel helps lift me up when I am down and you all encourage me to keep the faith! It's a blessing to have fellow believers to watch and communicate with! Thank you for what you do both and KZbin and as a strong woman of God! Lots of Love!!! Jessie🧡

[@georgiaatkins3770]

I Love your vlogs. Miss you when you don't have a new one up. Love You All. Such beautiful, smart good, children. You are a great Mom and Dad too. Love Your Beautiful Family!

[@nanapepa4]

Keep going you are making a difference by your example you are showing what a family is all about👍🏻

[@kellyzeitvogel4210]

Andrea don't look at the number you are wonderful and so is your family just keep putting videos up that you want and thank you so much for all of the videos you've put up

[@nuggetty86]

I was heading to bed but had to check for a new upload and BAM! here it is so i guess sleeping can wait another hour. Im 10 mins in and wow!, the girls' hair is so long! Love the mills family and every upload. Thanks once again for letting us into your home and lives.

[@debbiealtman4572]

Love you're family. Thanks for sharing.👍

[@hotmessmomvlogs]

In reference to the end of this video: you have NO idea how much of a positive impact you make in my life and I'm sure so many others! That piece should be made into a compilation with all the other wonderful things that make you someone God is so proud of! I don't know how much longer you have on this Earth Andrea and so many people are going to greatly be impacted by your loss, but not nearly so much as by who you are and the life you live.

[@minwifeof4boys]

You do warm my heart, reminds me of when the kiddos were younger... thank you! Hugs~ Lea

[@HerMajesty5]

Your family makes me smile. ♡

[@judykelly1479]

So lovely to have a video from you today, many thanks Andrea xx

[@debbiea6782]

CONGRATS on hitting 50K!! 🌺🌟 Keep up the videos, you make a difference. 😊

[@Nightowlnursery]

You and your family have really brought so much joy to my life ! Love y’all ! Mrs kiM

[@naomim5015]

Wow! Such a patient and loving mother. She never once lost her temper.

[@becklessmith8155]

I just found this video you are such an inspiration to us all Andrea your so missed. I didn't know you but in my heart I did.❤

[@thosehipsterframes]

Andrea I've followed you since the beginning when you had less than a few thousand subs. It's been a joy getting to know you and your family. You have definitely changed how I see a lot of things. Your videos are making a difference in this world :)

[@kimr4610]

I treasure you and your family so much. Please continue because you have had a tremendous positive impact on me❤️

[@debbieomi]

You just articulate away! I manage quite a few community Facebook pages and groups so I am on that site quite a bit throughout any given day. However, I keep the scrolling down my own newsfeed to a minimum. I can't handle all the heartbreak, anguish, drama, and downright meanness of so many people. It discourages me greatly so having a diversion of real life where people may fight a bit or be mean to their Papa one afternoon is a relief for me because at the end of the day, I know there is real love here. You are helping so many people, Andrea, in many ways.

[@debbieomi]

When I speak of the bad on Facebook, it's not so much the people on my friend list. I have no problem with either unfollowing or unfriending someone who is a bad person. But, many times, the things they share, a news story, or go fund me campaign, or someone else's posts are full of negative vibes.

[@freyallarganswald4746]

Hi there Andrea, I was watching the news over here in Scotland and there was a report about a severe weather front heading for parts of the USA - tornados, thunderstorm, high winds etc. they said Wyoming would be hit hard. I immediately thought of you and your lovely family. Please stay safe and warm, I hope it doesn’t come your way. I love your family life vlogs, the girls room looks lovely and I love the shelves with all the storage. It’s a great way to keep their room tidy and organized. you are a beautiful family, sending love to you all from scotland 💕🤗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 P.s. congratulations on getting over 50 000 subscribers 🤗👍

[@ricepapertea]

Just started our homeschool journey, thank you for sharing, these posts give me a sense of community.

[@NanNan-md6gm]

Such a sweet video. Love these moments.

[@katinabrandt1936]

I always love your video's and watching you and Tom and the kids make a difference in my life and fills my heart with hope in this world 😊❤

[@emmaloffley3925]

You have changed my heart you and Jesus God bless you Andrea and God bless your family

[@blessedhomeschoolmommy1453]

The 50,000 subscribers with Thomas had me cracking up.

[@elizabethvallely4044]

OH Andrea you are awesome I always check to see if there is a video from you! Love to see what you and your family are up to its so nice off you to let us into your home and life! Thomes was so funny about subscribed! Thank you for sharing God Bless Hugs Liz x

[@donnaallison7462]

I love your family.You'll are a wonderful family.

[@heavenrivers8818]

I loved this video. Your so inspirational!

[@nancyfritchen3817]

I love what your doing, keep it . Make more of them miss them when you dont due them. Love to the family, god bless you all.

[@amyoudenhoven9356]

I so enjoy your videos. Calming. You are an inspiration!

[@jacquelineklerks42]

congrats on the 50k. your are so inspiring t to all of us love your videos

[@clarebear6736]

You are an inspiration to us all. I recently watched your speaking video grieving and this is helping me so much. I so enjoy look at your videos.

[@annmatthews3579]

I really enjoy your videos Andrea, they make me smile 😃

[@carolegranger6334]

Andrea hello so good to see you and the family i just watched Judahs new video with his crossbow he is doing so good with making it better each time 😊i just want you to know how much i enjoy getting to know your family and seeing them grow thank you for sharing how are you feeling i hope you have a bit of time for yourself i know its hard because you are so busy take care of everything hows grandma fern doing ok i will stop this is to long blessings to you an the family bye

[@julietannOsfan1972]

Your videos are great. I always get excited when you post a new one. x I missed seeing Grandma Ferne in this one.

[@ChihuahuaMama54]

Congratulations on 50k! Love yalls family so much🥰

[@indigoblue4791]

Hi Andrea, l know you are about touching hearts and not reaching numbers. Your vlogs were always important to me because I was able to see family life lived differently from the mainstream. To see it was possible and fruitful was eye opening. I do love what I'd call your special features that came later. I'm still a huge fan of your vlogs and I'm excited we have several months yet to catch up on. I was thinking about how you could share a little of what's on your heart without the pressure of an extra video to make and edit. Would it be something you might like to tag on the end of the vlogs? That way you wouldn't need to wait until you have your back log of videos edited either, just a suggestion. I'd love to listen and the informality might make the whole process more doable in the beginning, and help with motivation and inspiration too. Hoping you are finding time to recharge and reflect as often as you need it. Best wishes Tracy. 😊

[@gem-lou3037]

Love your videos hun your family are beautiful and you n Tom should be so proud of the kids yous have raised such beautiful inspirational kind and well mannered children 💙💝 xx

[@kiddeleven6007]

❤❤❤❤

[@Sweetzandmore]

I always enjoy watching the Mills...

[@carmenrosas4281]

Congrats on the big 50k. I love watching your videos and you kiddos. hugs from Puerto Rico

[@juliluciasanchez]

❤️

[@debbiealtman4572]

Cold. Love you're family.

[@lruss5050]

Eden has quite a fabric stash!♥️🇨🇦

[@leslieiannottacronin2176]

I agree, you have a calming affect. I live in Massachusetts in a high population area and sometimes I’m overwhelmed and anxious by the pace.i don’t want to give in and be grumpy like so many drivers around here. Also, I pick up tips from you that I can apply to my nieces and nephews. I’m grateful for you and our family.

[@Isaacand716]

Omg I’m from Mass too ! Where are you from !?

[@FieldsFullHouse]

From what I can tell the girls room looks great! Did you do a video on the room redo and maybe I missed it? We also have 9 kids and love seeing how other large families set up the kids rooms!

[@Steph458]

We all need a Claudia in our family 🤣❤️❤️

[@debbiedion5731]

Congratulations on 50k thankyou for being you,you do help lots of people im sure of it Take something back and monetise your vlogs you deserve it as a family 🤗❤💐

[@tammysarrazin7078]

when is Hannah going to be a big sister....Sarah at our tribe of many is having another one hugssssss from Ontario Canada

[@shelbycoates1812]

If I’m correct miss Claudia will be starting school next year. I can not wait to see those videos. I can tell she has a strong opinion and very verbal with it. Good luck. My first born was the same.

[@lmkays]

I miss you Andrea. And I didn’t really know you 😢

[@bmagical3335]

Just a FYI some Jojo Siwa makeup was recalled, I know your Eden likes her too. We threw all Isabella’s make up stuff away and thought I’d just post here in case too💛

[@cindythecrochetereh]

56:32 Hey Tom. I know it's tough to watch. I have watched this one before and I decided to watch again. Writing as the last part truly let's viewers see Andrea's heart for the channel.🤍💖

[@rebacrow8698]

They don’t make them like u anymore Andrea. I wish I was more like you.

[@janejones1797]

You made a difference for me, Andrea. RIP

[@nuggetty86]

Wooohoo!! 50 000!! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎈🎉 I look forward to hearing from you more and you definitely make a difference to many people- myself included, you (and your family) are often the only brightness and light in some pretty dark and difficult days.

[@lillierussell8558]

Sophia's cutting has improved, greatly

[@callithumpianadventures1949]

I love your videos! So excited to see another one. I was wondering, which editing software do you use? I'm starting to edit my own videos and I am struggling to find one that works well for me.

[@debraperry8051]

So glad I found this site.. what state are you guys from? That's how some of the roads looked when I lived up in ND..

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

We're from northeast Wyoming so I'm sure it looks familiar!

[@christinephillips3435]

Andrea was a beautiful women such a loving wife and mother.

[@cherylemaybury2540]

I really enjoy your videos. Can you please explain what INFJ and INTJ means. I have never heard of this before and I am very curious. Thank you.

[@Johnathonsmum]

Schools do not teach what these children experience