Living an authentic life in New Zealand's countryside | SLICE | FULL DOCUMENTARY

Six kids and 50 wild horses, a beach, a mountain and a burnt-down house.
Against the stunning beauty of New Zealand's rugged Ruahine Mountains, Peter Karena and his wife Colleen struggle to instil in their kids the values of independence, courage and happiness.
The family has little in the way of material possession but they possess a physicality most of us can only dream of. The children ride bareback as they hunt and play in the wild. Unafraid and untamed, they are supremely confident, as if risk is an alien concept.
Documentary: "This way of life"
Direction: Thomas Burstyn
Production: Cloud South Film
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[@SLICEDocumentary]

What will you say to Peter and Coleen if you had the chance to meet them ?

[@pattiray47]

The horses, the smiles, the heart ,I would ask the family to model my vintage clothes… and it would be so beautiful 🙏🏻😘🥰💐🌸🪷🌹🌻🌼🌺what not Or eBay or both People would love knowing the money was going to help provide stability for this dreamy team🌈🏇🏼🏇🏼🏇🏼🏇🏼🏇🏼

[@deecooper1567]

I would say that I’m proud of you for keeping you beliefs & way of life. You don’t just have a family, you have a Tribe lol. Freedom is a Very important part of life & what I saw watching…. Well the free spirit of riding a horse bare back & hair flying in the wind just warmed my heart. Many think material items is what they need…. How sad for them.😢 We learn by trial & error, let go & move on. I cried when you found photos amongst the burned ruins. Pictures are something that can never be replaced once gone. My love to you and your beautiful family From Nevada USA 🇺🇸 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@lidyapacheco4938]

His father sounds like a sour lemon and is missing out on the love of a beautiful family. They are living a beautiful life we all could learn from.

[@AmonAnon-vw3hr]

I'd ask them how they pay for everything.

[@JRTIGER07]

Brother Pete you are the Man , when you Said you didn't want your kids around Violence i knew str8 away you were a Good Man ... And Yes there Certainly is a God & in those times of Darkness there is Always a Ray of Hope... Your a Beautiful Man inside & out & you have a Awesome Family i wish all the Best for you & your Whanau ❤ *God bless* ❤

[@frankG335]

I love how this father really is interested in the personalities of his individual kids. He really gets them.

[@vwellness88]

it is SO beautiful. LOVE is present here

[@islandvibes8459]

I'm extremely proud that this man has chosen not to pass down abuse to his family...he's soooo much stronger than his Dad...hats off to you Peter

[@jennymauger]

Sadly the docomaker & Peter hooked up soon after & destroyed the whanau

[@jessicaanton2389]

@@jennymaugerno way 🙁

[@alexiscolby9415]

@@jennymaugerso YOU say…but you are hellbent in invading all the comments section with your accusations and ZERO proof. Show is the solid evidence or kindly sit down and stfu!

[@jennymauger]

@@alexiscolby9415 I’m not gonna go into detail. This is not the forum. Konohi kitea would be great. There was a trail of broken tikanga corresponding with the whenua. To see this ‘movie’ after all these years opens things that were best left to heal … being truthful

[@ingridbergman-vz7go]

Stop lying. There was no 'hooking up' with the husband and wife team doco makers. You are implying impropriety. That's vicious intent. It's easy to fact check. Anyone believing this needs to check their heart.

[@lindalooloo2]

We lived just down the road from this family, when they were in the big house. I didn't know the parents but 3 of the children were going for a walk past our house when a rare black fantail landed on a small tree near to me. I called them over to watch the fantails.❤ Those children were absolutely delighted by the experience of the fantails fluttering around them, especially the black fantail. It was an experience I will never forget...like their energy synchronised with the delightful energy created by the fantails. Beautiful children... I hope you are all enjoying life.

[@blbrightlights564]

The purity of love the mother and father have for their precious children is a wonder to see❤

[@bohonativos]

Now this is a childhood. So happy for these kids, they will never forget their childhood. Every child deserves this☺️

[@milliechalk8398]

They deserve a parenting award. Those kids will create a better world. ❤️

[@AlphaBravoCharlie777]

To be pragmatic they LL only make a better farm

[@julzhurianamariu5090]

The ultimate start of this story is the Father talking about his Tamariki. He knew everything about them. Their joys, their vulnerability, their strength. Oh, that the world would profile more fathers such as this ❤ We'd have a more spiritual stable foundation. 🙏 So truely humbled by this Whanau ❤

[@OTEAROA]

Great comment.

[@julzhurianamariu5090]

​@@OTEAROA Thank you 😊

[@samael9445]

Very true, he is a very good father plus his wife's strength..awesome story.

[@julzhurianamariu5090]

@@samael9445 absolutely

[@leonieverran1183]

This was my absolute joy, I listened back several times. How many fathers know their tamariki, on the levels such as Peter. What a team they are, colleen aaah I wish everyone could embrace their level of 'beingness' and love. So so beautiful.

[@piecritic4607]

I could watch 10 more episodes about this family and not get bored

[@cosmicwisdom999]

I think they have there own KZbin channel,I've seen it before

[@GRyanBee]

For surely, you're right!

[@cikiosos]

@@cosmicwisdom999 Do you know what it's called?

[@DogSpeak]

@@cikiosos The movie is called 'this way of life'. This is only part of it, an edited down version.

[@jjkill3847]

Same love it the world's fucked they live good

[@stephhenry7895]

So Omahu where there whanau home and land was went through a full on flood in Feb 2023, the river banks broke and flooded right throughout our village. Cleansing and a reset of our lands and whanau of Omahu. It was devastating to see it all under water. I remember Peter when we were kids, i would come from Auckland for holidays, we would all run mad around our urupa and little LDS church ❤ i knew nothing of his sufferings as a child. But what i do know now is Peter your life is full cup with all your children, wife and horses and the calm of a simplified life. I do hope you are blessed with mokopuna. You all deserve a happy life❤ ❤❤❤❤

[@meatavoreNana]

Cyclone Gabrielle...A very scary time in HB.

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

🌱🌏💚 Kia Kaha! KiaOra from Hawkes Bay.

[@pattiray47]

Maybe they left on time and in time .. it’s always shocking to hear of a separation A little sadness does Go a long way And a lot of sadness can get in the way

[@renee9113]

@@jennymauger really?

[@monicamacrae13]

How are they doing now and do they own their own land ?

[@vidananovazelandia]

Peter Karena dad is a toxic monster. Peter is an awesome example of what a real father should be.

[@maganalia]

Yes. His kids are fortunate.

[@jennymauger]

Sadly what is portrayed here fell apart fairly quickly as the filmmaker & Peter embarked on a relationship. If only it were only a movie …

[@maganalia]

@@jennymauger WOW! That's really sad.

[@rawgasmiclove]

Seems his father knows a bit more about his weak character.

[@debdeb62065]

Not true, trying to ruin the family, probably the dad, troll.

[@panarba9485]

Hello from Australia 🇦🇺 what a beautiful couple, with beautiful children and beautiful horses. I wish I had grown up in a family like this. Even though evil was thrown into their lives, they didn't let it define them or influence their future. Loved this story.

[@eugenio1542]

🇦🇺Also watching today near Maclean with 54 horses. Wonder how it goes with them ? 😊

[@lxopenfirexl7007]

​@@eugenio1542 this was quite afew years ago, and since then theyve split

[@deecooper1567]

@@lxopenfirexl7007 😢😢

[@julieowen5874]

These are the salt of the earth!! These are the people who rule the world. It's really sad. Tyrants hate these folks. But they will survive...

[@winterlite3243]

@@lxopenfirexl7007 ⚡️That’s heartbreaking🥺💔🙏🏼

[@carolinechristison6483]

If this family sees this comment I just want to say, thank you for sharing such a moving story of your lives. Beautiful mother and father and wonderful children.

[@HOEA-WAKA]

@@jennymaugerwhat do u mean ?

[@Sal-yt6yi]

​​@@jennymaugerwhy don't you just mind your own business or are you just jealous and miserable with your own life..ohh of course not..your living your dream rightttt 😅

[@LR-sn9gt]

I saw this years ago and have never forgotten this amazing family and the sadness of the victimisation they have suffered because if one obviously unbalanced man who is eaten up with jealousy over his son who has grown into a decent thoughtful husband and father. Heartbreaking and I hope their lives turned out ok.

[@user-nx8vy8tr2e]

I agree wholeheartedly 🙏 Best of luck to them ❤

[@joannebillesdon4650]

I also saw this year's ago and loved this family a sad time they had.

[@claradias4779]

Thank you for sharing with us what is a true loving family...So So beautiful ...❤❤❤

[@jennymauger]

Sadly the docomaker & Peter hooked up soon after & destroyed the whanau

[@earthmotherdragon4572]

@@jennymauger What a shame.....pushed to step out of bounds to keep being the bad sheep and prove his dad right? who knows but sounds pretty sad if true.

[@cfield1468]

This family is so special. Mom and dad are raising amazing children who will grow up to think for themselves and treat others with kindness and respect. I hope their horse business succeeds and helps them financially. I hope this channel gives an update on this lovely family. I wish someone would start a go fund me for this family so they can continue their dreams. I live in the US and would definitely contribute. The grandparents are the ones missing out on being a part of their grandchildren’s lives. Such a shame. How his mother puts up with her husband’s disrespect of her son is shameful.

[@carolineramage7480]

She's probably terrified of him. A very difficult complicated situation for the mother.

[@Helloyou97]

unfortunately the documentary is several years old, their lives have completely changed... the family was divided, they ended up losing their horses..

[@carolineramage7480]

@@Helloyou97 what do you mean by divided?

[@Helloyou97]

@@carolineramage7480 the parents have separated and half of the children no longer speak to their mothers and the other half to their fathers

[@abihebb6720]

That Granddad is a nasty piece of work, who just wanted to control his stepson's every move. And when the father started disagreeing with him, when he started thinking for himself, granddad thought it would be a good idea to do everything in his power to try to get him under control again. Good on Dad for not continuing this cycle of abuse with his kids

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

Narcissists feel entitled to treat anyone however they want.

[@martinomichael4967]

His pure heart and positivity can only attract good vibrations, his is an elevated consciousness. I only want the best for him, his lovely wife and their amazing bunch of kids, Only pity and sadness for the step-dad, missing out on the vibrancy if the dynamics with his moko but mostly for his karma

[@bonzey57]

What an amazing young family, the children living the best life riding horses being free not computers and violent games. I take my hat off to the parents and the beautiful way they are bringing their children up. The hell with his stepfather he's the one missing out .

[@londonbabe2467]

What a terrible way to treat these beautiful people. Mum and Dad are a lovely couple and the children are living a fabulous life and have an understanding of nature and how to treat animal properly and kindly. I wish this family nothing but the best in life. Their love and respect for themselves and each other will carry them through the hard times. 😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@MichelleMacdonald-fj3ys]

Don't worry too much about your kids future, your love and wonderful life will give them amazing characters that will help them cope with a modern world ....,❤

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

Tell your children, and also know in your heart, that house was not special. You guys made it special. You are an amazing father and leader. I am overwhelmed with your generosity of heart and your profound wisdom in spite of the bitterness and jealousy of that horrible narcissistic step-father. Don't honor him with the name father. He kept you so that he could dominate and control you. He wanted to feel powerful over you. But you, in your beauty amd grace, beat him by attaining something he is too selfish to ever gain: the deep love and admiration of your children. Wish I had the privilege of a husband like you who could have fathered my children with passion, beauty and natural wisdom.

[@seekingjoynow1722]

I wish I could see more of this family . I wonder how they are doing.

[@jennymauger]

Sadly the docomaker & Peter hooked up soon after & destroyed the whanau

[@jamiejoseph3298]

What really lol​@@jennymauger

[@Dave9691-xd4qx]

Nah all my crying..what away to grow up and his knowledge of the land and horses to provide for his whanau from the land.....Wana meet this dude man

[@maree9819]

But the director is male...do you mean the producer?

[@jennymauger]

@@maree9819 apologies yes the wife

[@DunoonVanRijn-dx1hr]

How beautiful for a Man to say He needs to be Worthy of His Wife. ❤

[@alexiscolby9415]

@@jennymaugerLiar.

[@rmf9567]

I know I couldn't believe that when I read about it online that he actually did that

[@bex_rex]

Yes. This is what true “marriage” must look like

[@Kauritree08]

Amazing parents, fantastic children. They're great human beings.

[@GRyanBee]

Those children are such amazing kids.

[@tls4022]

As a New Zealander, it's always good to see this again. It's been airplaying on our TV for years but always good to see it again here online.

[@SLICEDocumentary]

We're thrilled to make it accessible to everybody! Don't forget to give us a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel. There's plenty more where this came from!

[@frankG335]

Are there more episodes?

[@Delta1Tango]

​@@SLICEDocumentarycould we please have an update on the family?

[@homeloveeverything2932]

@@SLICEDocumentaryPlease update us on this family

[@marilynschmidt6400]

​@@SLICEDocumentary Update please 💜

[@brickellrich1]

I swear, I think I almost live and breathe just to watch these kinds of documentaries on KZbin. God bless Slice so much for making them so available.

[@Thatcunt_logan]

This father is packed to the brim with honor. A good man ❤

[@jennymauger]

Sadly the docomaker & Peter hooked up soon after & destroyed the whanau

[@AotearoaAnge]

@@jennymaugerdid they remain together? I like to think not since the sordid beginnings. His wife is such a beautiful soul.

[@kefeman21kman97]

@@jennymauger do you have any proof to back that I’ve seen you comment that quite alot in this video but when questioned you have no reply are you related to peters step dad by any chance??

[@emilyzena7070]

@@kefeman21kman97 what I was thinking.

[@Sal-yt6yi]

​@@kefeman21kman97my thoughts exactly 💯

[@bizzybee852]

Thank you for the long video telling the story of this amazingly beautiful family. Raising children to be loving while allowing them the freedom to be wild and free is the best way to raise children. We have become a society that tries to legislate and create laws to protect everyone even from themselves. We have no right to do that, and in the process we become the jailers. God bless this family and may the love of God deliver this family from the hatred of his step-father.

[@GypsyGirl317]

100% agree with you. ❤️

[@OTEAROA]

Totally agree.

[@mareelutze2822]

This documentary was outstanding....Thankyou for sharing Beautiful Family ..you are a Dear Man...who serves to show people, how to behave Better.. mum your unconditional love that comes from a pure heart, level and grounded thinking..you are both bringing forth, children that we will bless this earth going forward ..they will lead the way... Blessings.,May the warm winds of heaven blow gently on your home..✨💖✨🌟🧡✨

[@vancamerawoman7399]

What a lovely family. Mother and father are great examples of the best type of parenting. A thoroughly enjoyable, beautifully filmed, story.

[@donnamays24]

@@jennymaugerwhy are you putting this statement out here about Peter…what proof do you have…you are adding that negative statement about him and the docomaker on almost every single comment with regard to this documentary share what you know or stop being mean and negative towards this awesome family man. ❤

[@erikaurlich72]

Peter and Coleen, thank you for letting us into your wonderful world. You both are amazing people and parents. Keep living your life how you want to live❤️ Your babies are incredible and have a wonderful life, learning along side of you both to navigate this world of ours. You’re an inspiration to us all❤❤❤

[@kakhs08]

My heart goes out to this Whanau. So strong and so beautiful. What Whanau is and should always be! UNITED TOGETHER

[@teinzr1725]

This moved me so much. I absolutely adore this whānau and the way in which they live so freely. With this, I will be forever be moved by their humble and soulful ways. Beautiful is an understatement!

[@neiljoy8465]

The parents & their children are one of the most healthy and authentic families you can ever hope to find.Proud,free, wild, loving, and steered by sound principles and morals.You lot are a class act.I held back tears watching this, as I could only have wished for such a loving and genuine family in my own life.I have absolute respect and honour for these folk.As for that ungodly step-dad, well ain't he a born loser and coldhearted fool.Some people are so stupid they can't refine themselves no matter what the loss.Their priorities are totally wack that they sing their way to the grave, only to find it full of regret😢

[@tandawilson6890]

That was an amazing documentary showcasing a beautiful family that goes through so many hardships, but stay positive and full of love together connected. This family can teach us all a lesson that the moments we share together are more important than anything else. I fell in love with this family and I wish I could live like them. They are an inspiration and so beautiful to my soul. thank you so much for sharing your life with all of us. You guys aren’t doing anything wrong. Your peaceful, loving and good. I wish you many happy blessings and I send you love

[@nancysmith3400]

💜🤗That was a sad story. Such a beautiful family. He is a very wise man in his heart. You don't need to fight for what you know is right, just peacefully hold others responsible for their wrong doing. Love is the answer, what is the question? And Love manifests in many ways for the good of all. Thank you for sharing your story. Have a happy next chapter !!!🤗💜

[@mynestintheforest]

I admire the strength of the couple and the way they bring so much happiness to their children. I would have loved to have parents like that. Stay blessed guys, you are doing just fine and you have all you really need - love and horses. Peter's dad is just a very unhappy man, only unhappy people create unhappiness around them. That is my life's experience. So I bless his soul too, he needs it more than anyone. Thank you for sharing. Much love from Slovakia.

[@marieacoppard9236]

Peter you have wisdom beyond your years. You have been given a gift to raise your children in such a humbling and loving way. Your children will grow into very wise thoughtful and loving adults as your yourself are. There is a reason for everything , but it is what we do with these challenges and how we react that makes us wiser and more understanding. You and Colleen are perfect together and that is a powerful energy with so much wisdom. What a fabulous job you are both doing. You are Blessed.

[@annazamberletti1253]

Oh my goodness! Nothing but pure love for this family and this documentary. Please an update on this families life!

[@NayaStone_AWAKE]

These kids look like all kids should look like: so healthy, so alive. I love it!!!

[@elsabemarais-reynolds6525]

I have just fallen in love with an amazing family. You are perfect examples of teaching your children about love! Please know hounering your father and Mother can only be born out of true love not out of authorization. Please remember you owe no-one anything but you truly owe it to yourself and your own family to walk away from the situation with a gentle heart which I feel you have. I am 72 with many experiences under my belt . No matter how much you try you will not melt a stoney heart. Oh I could say more but if you hold true to your who you really are Our creator will bless you❤❤❤ In Light and Love Elsabe.

[@danielknight9956]

Ah, what an incredible blessing finding those photos.

[@DunoonVanRijn-dx1hr]

This way of Life is being lost. It is quite sad. Thank you for sharing your family with us. ❤

[@allisonshaw9341]

How Peter's father could have done that to his own son and grandkids is beyond me, and then the man who bought the place came over and was so ugly about it, wanting to pitch them right out with only what they could carry? Karma is going to be really special to those folks. May Peter and Coleen and their family have special blessings always.

[@drakonwulffkronn2976]

I knew these guys and their beautiful children my wife at the time was in love with them they were so cute. They used to go to the same congregation that myself and my ex wife. We went out for dates together 2 married couples. Use to go to their old house for tea. Peter used to make his own version of hot sauce using kiwi fruit, it was pretty good he invited me to go to the mountains with him he used to point with his finger to the horizon and I could see the tall mountain and always chiken out. They were a great humble couple fun to be around. Peter had his moments but he was a good guy. It has always been very weird seeing them in this documentary especially myself being from Latin America and yes I heard rumors about who burnt the old house down but I ain't going to go there. I hope they're doing well after all these years.

[@ceilidhferguson1890]

Nawww Malachi!! Your all grown up now!! And have a daughter of your own!! Beautiful Colleen such a gorgeous woman and always treats my son like family!!! And Aurora such a sweet gentle soul!!! You guy's always have a place in my heart!!

[@squakke]

​@joanarc7963 pretty sure I first watched this in the early 2000's

[@cowgirlemporium]

Is there somewhere we could see an Update for the Family? I think everyone commenting here has fallen in love with them... Their story has touched many hearts.... Mine included ❤

[@sadetiriana]

@cowgirlemporium yes update please would be lovely. If you look through the other comments, someone is leaving updates of their own but not sure if it's legitimate or not

[@TheNewEarthCollective1]

Please- an update!!

[@Helloyou97]

@@cowgirlemporium unfortunately the documentary is several years old, their lives have completely changed... the family was divided, they ended up losing their horses

[@sadetiriana]

This family is so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! The love and beauty of your family outshine the trials you have faced. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@sadetiriana]

@jennymauger 😲🫢 oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that. What a shame 😟

[@creechaaa]

Something here seems amiss. @jennymauger has commented on almost every comment with this same phrase. It’s all a bit odd.

[@sadetiriana]

@creechaaa hmm that is strange 🤔

[@ssolnok]

@@creechaaa exactly what I was thinking. Even if it was true, why does she feel it's her responsibility to pass that bit of evil information on to everyone who says how wonderful this family was? Let's focus on what was presented in this film. If what "jenny mauger" says really happened, that is a sad thing for sure, but I don't think I would pass evil information on & on. Pray for them instead, and Jenny it's not your responsibility to pass on such evil. Pray for reconciliation of this couple if they've split. You can tell they loved each other very much.

[@alexiscolby9415]

@@creechaaayes she’s commented on every single comment section here and only within a 24 hr timeframe so she’s someone who may know them. She claims she is one the trustees for the whenua where papa owned the home but she’s a suss character to want to leave a comment on every single thread. Also the directors a bloke so did Peter turn 🌈 and started getting into 🍑 or did he hook up with the producer?? Either way she’s continuing the evil by spreading it.

[@GRyanBee]

That smile when she finds out peter brought back all the negatives!

[@GRyanBee]

31:22

[@bridgetclutten1703]

My heartfelt prayers and love to this beautiful family, these people of the earth, these sons and daughters of God. The meek shall inherit the earth. This is what the future of mankind holds for the people of the earth, to live in love and respect and in harmony with all life, not against it. May you be blessed and your children be blessed and their hearts overflowing with love and happiness for a thousand generations. You are an inspiration as parents, as a family and as examples for how to live an authentic, heart and soul led life. May all your obstacles dissolve and your paths be made bright, and when this part of your life’s journey is complete, that you find yourselves safe, back in your true Home once again. Blessings upon blessings to you and all whose hearts have been touched and enriched by your story.

[@OTEAROA]

Amen❤

[@JRTIGER07]

Wow absolutely beautiful & Heartfelt message thank you Sister 🙏❤ Blessed are the Pure in Heart for they shall see God Face to Face ❤🙏

[@aishashah3416]

Why has no one made a full on document series of this Amazing and beautiful family? Loved every minute of this video.

[@GypsyGirl317]

Yes! I could watch them for years and still enjoy it. ❤️

[@HOEA-WAKA]

@@jennymaugeris this true ?

[@stephenbcernansky2812]

This is the most beautiful family I have ever seen. What a great example of God's plan for family. Even though their earthly father doesn't seem to love unconditionally, this father does and so does our Heavenly Father. This family is the glory of the Lord and I have learned so much from them. Thank you. I will say a prayer from them all.

[@annswinton7980]

Lovely family! I have great admiration for them all! The children riding the horses are amazing!❤

[@janetsecchi5070]

Beautiful family, a model of parents, I wish the world could see. These children are blessed. Thankyou for sharing. I pray his father's heart will soften, he's really missing out on all the love his grandkids have to offer.

[@kirijones3778]

Just watching this now 2024 im a bit slow to the party. Just want to say what a stunning awesome whanau. Ya went thru some hearty, tearful times alright. I appreciate the love for each other and your tamariki. I hope life has gotten even more liberated!

[@kirijones3778]

@@jennymauger oml!

[@cfp11]

Me too.❤

[@ann-geegiyetz7450]

Oh how the step-evil dad used the scripture for his own good...pharisee at it's best..God bless Pete and his family...what a wise man beyond his age..the truth will always set you free. It would be nice to do a follow up on the family. 🤙💞

[@Painaaporo]

@@jennymauger lies

[@trixietrog]

What a beautiful family bless them. ❤️ Shame on the step father for treating someone's child like crap!

[@munkyjammin]

Beautiful loving family. Connected to each other, their soul, love & nature. Free spirited children having an awesome life. Bless them all. The best doco I can ever remember seeing. A shout out to Cloud South Film crew.👍👍👍

[@johannengelbrecht2168]

reminded me some what of my life as a kid. Amazing how we use scripture to suit us: Eph. 6:2 Honour thy father and mother; :3 That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Maybe his father should look at the next verse. Goes both ways, I've learned that a story always has two dides. Eph. 6:4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Thanks, really enjoyed this.

[@marcellawynja2372]

would have been nice to do a new show on how family doing now 2022, very interesting life. So sad step dad was so hateful. So full of jealousy and greed the stepdad had. Hope the family had a good life. Love the free life the kids lead and no fear in them.My children had horses and on weekend never saw them all day. They loved riding horses and been in the woods.

[@thefairyqueen369]

jealousy and greed, very addictive emotions like a snake eating its tail.

[@cherylgleason3666]

​@@thefairyqueen3696:10 .Love your analogy, never heard that before. So appropriate.

[@BlueDylo]

Beautiful souls and folks is all I see, may they live an amazing life, filled with joy and love, surrounded by good people.

[@homeloveeverything2932]

I love seeing their kids look so happy

[@mariecook7910]

I felt bad for Peter when he said, "what did I do I disagreed with him". I too Peter disagree with my mother and I am not ashamed to say that because she was very abusive to us growing up and is still very controlling in my sisters lives. It is not dishonoring to think for yourself unless in your heart you believe that you dishonored him and I dont think that is the case here. I love how Peter and his wife are with their children. Watching them freeride bareback was truly majestic. Such a quite blessed life working through the trials and tribulations that come their way. Staying focused on life what has to be done not outside deterrents but rather on family and all the joys and beauty it has to offer along the way even the sadness it brings. Stay true to yourself Peter this is yours and your wife's family raise them how you see fit. Peter's father you do not have to raise children the way you were raised. It took a lot of courage for Peter to stand up to you as a man before you and you should respect his decision.

[@Thatcunt_logan]

My heart feels FULL seeing the oure smile and joy on mums face after the photos and negatives of her babie arensalvaged from the fire. Her single tear and kind honest words after loosimg her baby was special 💜

[@cassiereid6646]

Very heartfelt film,there are cycles , negative and abusive in people’s lives that need to be broken , god be with the ones that have the guts to make changes for the better.

[@user-gk6si7kd3d]

This is the most beautiful family I’ve ever seen in my life!!!!! I cannot stand what the world has come to today!!! This has been a blessing for me and others to see this video! Thank you for sharing! WOW! We live in such a horrible world now!! I’m so sorry you had to go through this! I say a prayer that will last for eternity for your family!!!! ❤

[@ksenismiles777]

What a beautiful family, beautiful parents, beautiful human beings.. and horses 💜💜💜🙏✨✨✨✨

[@CLacy]

These people are so beautiful and bright, they hurt my eyes.

[@annmarieschantz9724]

This family is beautiful and the way these kids are being raised is something more people need to teach their children 😊!! Beautiful documentary .

[@Jedde_bbr]

These kids have the best childhood, i love that for them. Groving up on the countryside was the best thing that could happened to me and im very thankful for that. I want to do the same thing for my kids.

[@JezabelBeauty90]

Wow beautiful documentary overall God bless Peter and his beautiful family. Hope to see more of them, He made the best decision raising his kids differently and also loving his wife.

[@bensiviour647]

2023 update would be great. 🙌

[@kellhalla5301]

2024 update too. Hope they are all doing well. ❤🐨✌🏻🇦🇺🦘

[@anklebOOtz]

@@jennymaugerreally? That’s so awful! Makes me really look at Peter very differently…how could he do that to his family?

[@nuiwai5402]

You mightnt know the full story... how do you know he did that?!!!!!

[@israelphillips6310]

​@@jennymaugerwhere is your evidence to back up your claim?this is the second what seems to me and automated response to a person's question.How he links his chain of thoughts together and pattern of behaviour don't add up with your claim .

[@jennymauger]

@@nuiwai5402 I’m local. The doco maker … hmmm, trespassing on our whenua etc etc etc (international film screenings & awards. We as trustees sent a letter to her inviting her to marae, a screening for the people, never ever heard from her) … on the other hand many of us got to connect w our whenua on screen that the majority of hapu have never put foot on to this day (extremely remote & landlocked)

[@patmalone4559]

Respect for the family!!!! Happy kids, learning the land! Solid parents!

[@easyartisan]

Beautiful people. Incredible family. Gives me hope for the world.

[@darrenpalliaer8928]

What an amazing family with such a positive attitude. They're only living free and the way we should be able to. Unfortunately our so called civilized society doesn't encourage this lifestyle and is poisoned by money. Thanks for sharing.

[@elsabeackermann7368]

You are the most loving parents to your beautifull children. The meek will inherit the Kingdom of God. Stay true to your nature and keep the faith. I loved they way you value your kids. Welldone!

[@gibbethoskins8621]

I saw this film years ago and now it randomly pops up in my KZbin feed

[@unknownsintheforest2-82]

Because you are the better man and your dad knows that and it eats him up inside..God bless you and your beautiful family...I'm from Erie,pennsylvania❤

[@plannergirljones2551]

Beautiful humble intelligent respectful I wish all mankind was like this again

[@Teriteri22]

Great parenting. Their children would be so proud to watch this and see the love they have for them. They should do an update

[@StacyL.]

These are the true FREE people.

[@enzeda]

Thank you 4 an amazing documentary Judge not, lest you be judged. The children on horses r amazing. The Father, Mother, and Children relationship is Wonderfull Love is all. Stepfather speaking German to subjugate his children speaks volumes.

[@GypsyGirl317]

I agree, the family is amazing and beautiful. 😍🌿🙆🏻‍♀️ They deserve joy. ❤️ Stepfather is hard as nails and super nasty. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@zaharahi4965]

absolutely nothing but love for this incredible family, they have shown such strong resilience and incredible mindsets, to keep preserving in the face of triumph and just to have such shitty things thrown at them is disgusting to see. I hope they are thriving now and have a happy life

[@salisiv6582]

Beautiful parents for their kids and thank you for sharing.

[@user-ov5sc7ue8k]

Its getting increasingly hard to be able to live in such a way in NZ ... But this beautiful family embodies the essence of Aotearoa and what it means to be kiwi. A beautiful dignified whanau. I love the humbleness of the father towards his children when he says ^if anything I owe them^ because I shared this view with my own as well....... I hope they re happy to this day and that the children live happy lives. I hope they own their own piece of land where they can remain free with their horses.

[@befaffled1635]

see what he said about if he lost the house..with a small smile.… “life goes on”… invaluable wisdom That he already had. Nothing is as important as your family. I love this family. I love how humble they are. How calm. I love how simple they live. This is how it should be.

[@blbrightlights564]

What a wonderful life these children are living❤

[@leewilliams7152]

That brought me to tears seeing their little baby tucked into her dads jacket, peeping her head out. You could feel she felt absolutely safe and loved. Such a beautiful thing to see.

[@sematagi9291]

What a beautifully made documentary, of such a beautiful family. This really took me back to my childhood. Thank you to this blessed family for sharing their true wealth of joy and love of eachother despite the challenges and nastiness of the grandfather.

[@sematagi9291]

@@jennymauger oh how sad, what a betrayal by both of them...

[@nannybluebelle8643]

@jennymauger how do you know this for sure please ? ?

[@jennymauger]

@@nannybluebelle8643 Local

[@parkerhal]

I dont know what hapoened but i see the wife us single now​@@nannybluebelle8643

[@lightbearer3643]

I would like to say - You all are amazing. A blessed family full of love. You all have gone through many worrying times. I hope you are all ok? In the end we will all have to face our maker and relive what we have done to others in this life. You both will see the good life you created for your sweet family. You fullas are awesome and I wish you everything good🙏😇 xox

[@stephaniereinicke8898]

I really enjoyed watching about your family. My father felt that I owed him but not to your extreme. You have a beautiful family and are doing amazing at looking at what is important in life, each other. You and Colleen are so loving and breaking the cycle of abuse. You are connecting with your children and that will make them have a heart of gold to share with others.

[@Paris45627]

Thank goodness they are not on iPad or watching tv beautiful family wow they sure know how to ride there horses fall off an get straight back on there horse🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@coletteyoko694]

Beautiful people! God bless you all! You make the world be a better world! Love from France

[@anniewalden9697]

This was so good to watch. Learning unconditional love is something that some people have not come to experience YET- is what I discerned out of this video. Some parents need to come to it yet.........The couple in this film and all their children live an amazing life!

[@deefitzgerald2906]

This Man LOVES his Children I only Hope He gets ahead with his Business so that he’ll be able to take good care of his kids… I wish that we could see more and how they are doing now PLEASE do a update on this BEAUTIFUL FAMILY….

[@listox]

@@jennymaugeryou have been systematically replyijg this same message comstantly. I am suspect on your motivations.

[@twinflowerfioretta]

What an extraordinary personality with wisdome and a free spirit, he is like a Horse ! the family is one of most brave ones, to live life at its fullest with freedom epecially for the Kids.! Happy and sad moments - outstanding story fantastic filmed ! Thanks SLICE for posting a long vid.✌👍

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Beautiful couple and lovely children. These children are experiencing an amazing life.💚

[@elizabethgeyer-green9910]

Wow.role models to the world. Such beautiful people. I completely commend you as parents. Bless your amazing family🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@janethompson7685]

Beautiful family, so humble and loving,full of joy and prosperity and absolute joy to watch this ❤️

[@peacesurfmusic]

Sad story! Amazing the step dad is full of anger, really feel for the step son.

[@AurelioCosta-ll9uh]

❤❤ I love kiwis, they're super cool and kind ❤. Lived there for nearly a year and it's been my favorite year of my life so far. Thank you New Zealand. Looking forward to be back one day❤❤

[@carolclover1238]

I,d say...I m honored and Thrilled to meet you...I admire that you don't need material things to be happy and loved.. I So admire that you are you teaching your children...ALL THE RIGHT THINGS....LIKE....compassion for ALL living creatures,and when you kill...urs,Only for food...I also am fortunate,grew up,riding bareback...even giant draft horses, and living(one year) on a Huge ranch in Wyoming,like 5,000 acres,we were very self sufficient, like you.I LOVE your family,values,philosophy...lifestyle.your children are wonderful Free Spirits!!.and love your country..I,m 76 and still working30 hours for extra needed money....and I live in a School bus

[@davezlean7994]

This was filmed in 2009, does anyone knows what are they doing now?

[@mamaraah2578]

Peter cheated. Left his wife and family. They are sadly divorced. All the children are grown up now.

[@t.i.m.e2851]

Being from New Zealand Tokoroa, this doco made my day💯Chur whanau ,all the best and keep safe were ever the Destination 🌅🌹🤙🌄