Thanksgiving ││ Large Family Vlog

Today everyone is preparing something to contribute to our Thanksgiving feast and then we spend the afternoon at my sister Ami's house eating, visiting, playing and napping. A wonderful, relaxing afternoon! It's the first time I've get to spend an afternoon with all 3 of my sisters in a long time!
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[@marilynb8136]

I love how Andrea had all of her kids helping to make dinner!!! Everybody has a job and feels important!!!

[@arieknight1370]

Marilyn B me too my kids always help in the kitchen

[@mom2emsopmax]

Still in awe of what a great mother she was! She let all the children have a task and gave them such confidence with her mothering. It seems so unfair she didn’t get to see them grow up. Bless you, Andrea. We will never forget you. And bless you too, Tom.

[@mackenzieward1735]

I could not believe how sweet they were buying treats for mom and dad with their own money! Parenting win!!!, lol! You have a beautiful family, inside and out! Happy thanksgiving!

[@spiderpigmm]

I adore your family. Judah is the biggest sunshine i've ever seen. His smile brightens my day every time.

[@justmeblomberg8940]

Eden is an absolute doll! All are precious, but Eden is so sweet. I loved the determination with the cranberry sauce! lol

[@malina1239]

Just me Blomberg Sophia cutting the cranberries was so cute. I had no idea people ate cranberries in slices though🤓 . I make my own jam and that’s like.. yes.. jam🤣

[@kaygrim2189]

That gumball, bought with his own money, is one of the sweetest things I have ever seen

[@barbaraaiello6752]

I love what a great mother Andrea was. Watching Sophia cut up the cranberry, even though it didn't look pretty she praised her and added it to the tray and made Sophia feel so special. Wish I could have been more like Andrea when I raised my children.

[@colleenmercer3408]

Baby Claudia camped out on the blanket snoozing was so precious!!! What a wonderful time you all had. Thanks for sharing it with us!!!

[@LifeByJen]

I think it's so sweet getting all the kiddos involved in making something for Thanksgiving dinner. Happy belated Thanksgiving to your family!

[@suebambenek2632]

Judah smiles so big all the time. He must be so happy in the LORD.

[@watchingmisskel4156]

I really love that the boys are growing up cooking and taking care of little ones - some families let that side slide but you're proving what wonderful young men it can make them

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Sophia and the cranberry sauce was just the best part of the whole video! Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

[@donna3045]

Can you do a video on how you teach your children how to get along...help out...help each other etc? I really like how they're always so helpful!

[@debbieomi]

I probably say this too much but I really wish there were more parents like you and your hubby in this world. I loved that when you told the kids who didn't get to make their dish that night that it would all be done in the morning and there was no whining and carrying on. What a nice day for your family to gather. My entire family was able to get to together last Christmas for the first time since my parents' grandkids started moving away and having their own families. We knew it would be our dad's last Christmas as he was diagnosed with lung cancer (inoperable) so we all were able to come together. It probably won't happen again but the time we got together was so incredibly nice. :-)

[@Kosmichannah]

Such a lovely family❤️Asher's scream at the end made my cat jump onto my dog who jumped onto me aha

[@melodyturner7463]

Andrea was such a special mother! Letting the little ones helped really pulled at my heart. She was an inclusive mom! Always so positive and calm with her children.

[@susanrobinson408]

I just love this video. What lovely family memories! It is so nice how you involve each child in the preparations. And Grandma Kitty is beautiful!

[@gymstrip]

I so enjoy watching your family life. Thanks for your videos :)

[@mercedesvillaruz7004]

I've been binge watching your videos.. I'm in awe of your organization, efficiency, patience and dedication you show your family. Love how your kiddos take care of each other and are showing responsibility at a young age. While some may not agree with everything you do as a parent, there are many more who do wish they were more like Andrea Mills:)

[@ggandbb1702]

I love how you teach kids how to do their chores and help out around the house. The life lessons are priceless xx love your family vlogs x :)

[@mariannescalise6658]

I love how she involved all the kids in making and cleaning for meals it makes them all.feel independent, responsible, and part of something special to be proud of! Andrea God bless you I know he needed a great organizer in Heaven! You are a very rare person such love and patience! And such a beautiful lady with a soothing voice! When I have a down day I watch your videos and you give me strength! ❤🙏

[@amelie6436]

Hi Andrea, what a nice person you are😊. I love watching your videos they often inspire me and make me think of my how I will raise my family one day!

[@rebacrow8698]

Thomas is such a fine son and young man. I’m so proud of him. U are such an awesome mom

[@GreyBird1881]

Your kids are adorable! I have 5 myself, and I love to watch other large families!

[@maribelmontiel4778]

I'm so obsessed with your videos, really love them❤❤ I mostly like that all your kids help

[@CookieCrumbFun]

That tree house looks like loads of fun! What a lovely day spent together with family. Happy Thanksgiving

[@liza-loucampy2805]

your feast looked amazing. cutest moment was went Solomon wanted to make the doritos x

[@maryphillips203]

Your children are so good with each other mine would be yelling and fighting

[@ladydrell83]

I must love your method of filming. It's so engaging. I feel like I'm actually a participant in your family's day-to-day activities. I even found myself going "I can't believe how much Camden and Hadley have grown!" while watching this video. They're both so adorable. I know that I have said this time and time again, but thank you so much for being such a blessing to myself and so many others. You have given me so many ideas for homeschooling and so many creative ideas for charts and organization (by the way I found Print Shop 23 on Amazon and I'm definitely going to order it!), plus it's just a blessing to be able to sit down and to listen to someone speak on life and ideals who is truly rooted in the Word. One thing I was always taught is that you can always tell when someone is truly rooted in the Word whether you know them or not, and I can definitely tell that you are. Anyway, ramble over. On to more videos! I have lots of catching up to do.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I can't tell you how much I needed this encouragement today. I've been hit with a lot of judgment from a lot of angles and I was feeling pretty discouraged. Tom was telling me to stop listening to all of it and remember all the people who are really encouraged by what I do. The next thing I see is your message. I literally still have tears in my eyes from all that has been dumped on me today and I am _so thankful_ you took the time to write to me.

[@ladydrell83]

I'm so glad that you found some comfort in my words. And your husband is definitely right ... don't even let the negativity bother you. I like to think of your channel as an online ministry in a way. I feel like I fellowship with you and your family and friends via your videos. Whether it be a birthday party or a homeschool day, I feel like I'm having a virtual fellowship with you all. You are doing great and your work is great! Stand strong, and if you ever have any doubt, you know who to take it to and talk to about it. He will certainly give you an answer.

[@gavin5908]

Your children are so precious ❤😭

[@whyteowl3706]

Wonderful video! The family seem to have enjoyed preparation and the day itself. Thank you for sharing your holiday time. I really enjoyed seeing how you manage daily life in your family.

[@tabbym22]

loved the eagle eye view of your thanksgiving! I would love to see more day in the life vlogs of your awesome family!

[@srirachasymphony]

Andrea you make me feel like I could manage a large family. You're so inspiring! I recently watched your "number 1 money saving tip video" and it brought me a whole new perspective on the small home we're currently renting. My cleaning is done, so I have extra time to watch your videos while my toddler and preschooler have quiet time 😉

[@starkersk]

Its incredible. Like she was preparing those children. Its just beautiful and right and real . Xxxxxxx

[@pinghighscore21]

I love how you give all the children little jobs! We had our son help stir in chocolate chips into a cookie dip this year! Happy Thanksgiving!!! :D

[@terriwallacker1867]

Love watching your channel. Your family is simply wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

These boys are in 'good hubby' training, for sure! Happy Thanksgiving, Mills Family! xoj

[@77pJeffsgirl]

Your children are such great helpers :)

[@lolitamorris2943]

This video is a gem 💎, so much ideas and love 💕

[@Nightowlnursery]

I love your videos ! You and Tom have such a precious family.. hope y'all had a great Thanksgiving ! Claudia is really starting to favor Asher ! Love and blessings Xxxxx kiM

[@whicasianadventures3740]

Great VLOG! :D Going to check out the rest of your videos for sure.

[@valerielain1481]

what a delightful happy family god bless.

[@ronnybunny3787]

Happy Thanksgiving to the Mills family

[@stormwinters6634]

that was the smoothish nices thanks giving I have even seen lots of love

[@annejustus6200]

I love your family!

[@angelbasham6631]

God bless this family ..

[@sallirobinson2907]

What great parents encouraging all your children to become independent! They have been given a great start in life! Xx Salli from the UK xX

[@lindarobinson5777]

Love your family

[@robincolantro114]

I really love ur family

[@LililibragirlAnna]

Thank you for sharing this was sweet. happy holidays!!

[@LililibragirlAnna]

ps Sophia is adorbs ☺

[@elizabethkenyon1263]

Solomon asking about making doritos!! SO CUTE!

[@ginahanel4110]

Solomon is so cute!

[@joshuacreel3000]

Happy slightly belated thanksgiving!

[@n.a.garciafamily]

Where in the world did you get those 11 x 17 covers for your baking sheets!? Those are brilliant!

[@superlu1]

Happy thanksgiving mills family

[@Kyle-uo9eg]

I love how the children are taught life skills, accommodating to their age. Its funny how the boy (I apologize, I dont know their names yet, I'm new to your content,) has more knowledge than I did at his age about molecules, heck I didn't even know the water cycle until high school. It just goes to show how homeschooling used properly can be, like, wayyyy better than public schooling. I hope you don't get asked this a lot, or I don't come out as rude, but, why do all the children wear the same colored clothing?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Hi there! Justus is the one who was talking about the water and here's a video explaining the matching clothes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGaVo2OqltSFf7s

[@oliviamckean1113]

Kayloo Koroski t

[@Kyle-uo9eg]

Andrea Mills Awesome, thank you!

[@deedee200]

Precious family. Xoxo DeeDee

[@livilou6165]

Where did you get the roll pans! you have some good helpers!😊

[@RobertasArtisticAdventures]

Tom, do you know who Prepsteader Bob and the Self Reliant Road Show are? Prepsteader Bob and his wife, Mrs. B, go around the US and stop at various homesteads to give assistance in a category the homesteader says they need help in. It could be building a chicken coop, set up a garden, build up soil,.... to help each homestead to get a step up to make their homesteads a better place. Sometimes they stay a few hours, sometimes a few days. You can check out his two KZbin channels to check them out, and find his entry form to fill out to receive help. There are no guarantees that he will be able to stop at your place, just an opportunity to let him now if yous have a need or are able to join in and help another homesteader to build community. I know that there are many people in your community locally, as well as on KZbin who would be eager to come and join in any project you have need of if Prepsteader Bob were able to stop by your family's home. Also, I know that many of us KZbin family would financially assist in financing a much needed project for yous!

[@teapotsandtarot]

Wonderful x

[@JustSewTrish]

I le your organization thinking at 5:30 you have a tower of wire baskets. what do you use them for?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I had them in our coat closet for all the kids' winter boots, snow pants, etc. They were in two stacks and they _just_ fit. Since I could only fit 6 and we have 8 kids, I decided to try a different system so I took them out, but I wasn't confident with the new plan and I didn't want to get rid of the baskets yet. I'm not liking the new set up so I think I might put them back. I'm not sure.

[@TheStephsteph86]

Love!..what's the brand of the rolls you baked, thanks! 💞

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

They're Rhodes.

[@colleenmercer3408]

Happy Thanksgiving!! 🦃❤️🦃

[@mollygrant7535]

You done it again! Also, where is the turkey, or did you not have it this year? It's all good, what a great family

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

My sister made the turkey and Dad carved it up before I saw it. You can see him working on it at 17:27. A little bit later you can see all the meat on the platters. Ami did a great job baking it; it was delicious! She also made a ham.

[@mollygrant7535]

Wow! That sounds yummy! I hope you had a great thanksgiving!

[@triciakrn]

Hi Andrea! I absolutely love your videos. You are a huge inspiration. I am wondering if you could better explain how you manage the media (TV, gaming, tablets...) in your home. We allowed our children to purchase Kindle Fire's this week while they were $33, but want more direction on how we can enable responsible/safe use of it. Our default answer is no media, which I know is not realistic in the world we live in. I have watched your video about your privilege system and plan to implement something similar. We also struggle with TV. I just want my children to pick people(relationships) over a gameing/tv, which is what they would choose currently. My children are 12, 10, 6 &5. Thanks! Tricia

[@lindyque]

Andrea The Angel❤️

[@paintedlady7818]

Was I the only one who jumped at 1:39?

[@amber3367]

Painted Lady yes

[@Trendywendy10]

is grandma kitty Tom's mom she looks so young?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Yes, she is.

[@MissBurr1]

Grandma Kitty is beautiful.

[@Gab-nv5iz]

I noticed earlier in the video Solomon pulling up his pants constantly, not sure if you noticed, keeping track of 8 kids has to be hard, but just pointing it out in case you missed that! Thanks for posting these videos!

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

The little elastic things that tighten them up keep coming undone. We have to re-button them several times a day. Maybe I should just sew them in place...

[@lindseymitchell2472]

+Andrea Mills I had trousers like that at the same age, I would probably just sew them in place, they get annoying

[@Gab-nv5iz]

Andrea Mills Oh right! Those were lifesavers for me since I was always too small, but anyway, thanks for replying!

[@amyfell657]

I wish you were a daily vlogger!

[@forhisglory7720]

Where did you get the AUDIO BIBLE? I really want one!

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Here's a video all about our audio Bible set up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGjEdWOZodeVr7M

[@forhisglory7720]

Thank you!

[@philosophinix]

I've been wondering for a while if Claudia is on a routine, and if she is breastfed? She always seems pretty settled and happy. I have two kids with three years in between them...because at around 18 months both of mine were so challenging I couldn't handle the thought of having another one so young!

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Claudia has somewhat of a routine for naps, but we're not real rigid with it. She was breastfed, but she weaned herself about 2 months ago. She had been using a sippy cup but I introduced a bottle a couple of weeks ago. It felt like she needed something more "comforting" than just the cup. I feel like it gets easier the more kids you have because life is naturally more on a routine so the new baby settles in a lot faster. With the first babies, everything is new and starting from scratch. It's definitely harder.

[@philosophinix]

I suppose you are right about the routine naturally being there already. I do also think you must be so calm and patient, to have kids who obviously love you so much. God bless.

[@Saffy1005]

Do you listen to the audio bible all day everyday? And why does Thomas always wear shorts when all the other kids wear jeans?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

It plays 24/7, but not in the main rooms of the house. I don't know why Thomas wears shorts. I guess he wants to.

[@ST-zw2rh]

early!

[@AnnHope53]

Sahala Suban me too. hehe

[@millie1951]

I noticed the walls are gone did you make a video on that?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

No, I took a little bit of video of it, but I never made anything with it. Maybe when I get around to doing a kitchen tour I'll include it there. We did it last spring. It's made such a difference in the house!

[@taylorlauren9001]

Do you make money from KZbin or is it just a hobby or a fun thing for you to do? P.S love your videos ❤️

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I'm glad you like my videos! No, I don't make money from them. I just want to be an encouragement to other people. I know I wouldn't have got very far in life if others hadn't taken the time to write or make videos about things that have really helped me and I want to contribute back what I can. I'm not necessarily opposed to making money off of my channel, but that's not why I'm doing it.

[@taylorlauren9001]

Thanks and cool I love how you do it to help people

[@WyattRyeSway]

Boy, Asher seems grumpy in the car lol

[@AT-vz9og]

Why do they wear the same coloured shirts?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Here's a video about that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGaVo2OqltSFf7s

[@jennylyons2307]

eden is so pretty! how old is she? 8?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

She's 6. She'll be 7 in February.

[@jennylyons2307]

Andrea Mills really?! she looks so old for her age

[@user-ce5gc3bx1p]

You don’t need to make Doritos they are already in a bag

[@superlu1]

I like to know if Andrea still sow stof together my dad gramma so wes stud also and my mom also sows and also my mom gramma sows

[@orladuncan1046]

I no its none of my business but I'm not trying to be mean but y do your family where all de same cloths all de time

[@lindseymitchell2472]

She did a video about it

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

Here's our video explaining how that got started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGaVo2OqltSFf7s

[@orladuncan1046]

OK tnx 😂😁