No Indoor Swimming Pools

[@sherrymatthews2486]

My oldest son is 41 now and my youngest son is 23. I have 4 sons. You don’t realize while you’re busy raising them how fast the time is passing! I have so enjoyed watching your boys grow up! Buggy is turning into a big girl now. Good job!!

[@AngieJames4172]

You are so right! My daughter will be 40 in August and my son 38 in September, the time has absolutely flown by! And it breaks my Mama heart wondering how it all went so darn fast. My oldest grandchild will be 23 in April and youngest will be 6 in March. (They are brother and sister with siblings in between) it's just crazy it's all gone so very, very fast. And watching Ben and Meg's children grow up as well.

[@crookedrowfarm6100]

That is a true fact about seeing your kids grow up. A young man that I mentor, just had his first child and he asked me what the best part of having kids is and I told him "Watching them grow up". Then he asked me what the hardest part is and I told him "Watching them grow up".

[@Sammysam44]

True story ❤

[@deborah2302]

Perfect responses.

[@02271953me]

😢 so, so true ❤

[@Castrucksandtractors]

I hope yalls family and friends in California are safe praying for all concerned

[@ScottGotchy]

When you called your pig hut pigafull instead of pitiful you had me cracking up that's so cute. Love it

[@maryv5026]

Had a similar issue with my tractor earlier this year. 12 years of accumulated sludge (algae) in the tank - restricting the flow of fuel. Syphon’ed the fuel, removed the feed connector and flushed everything out. Back like new.

[@larryfeeks6620]

I hope the pigs enjoy their new home! Elizabeth is paying attention to everything going on!

[@jesusislord2457]

YAY!!! THE HOLLARS ARE ON!!! ✌️💖🙏🙌🫂😘🤜

[@sandymire3131]

I enjoyed that so much. You made that house look so easy I, myself am almost out of scraps and box stores are so expensive. Thanks for the pig video.

[@wendyr435]

Beanies,check, warm coats, check, long pants, check, shoes? Nope.....lol I love that.

[@deecooper1567]

Right ❓. First thing I noticed 😂😂😂😂 Love it 👵🏻❣️

[@evanorvell8368]

Frozen ground? No problem. Going in the pigpen? Nah! Shoes aren't necessary!

[@helenthompson4043]

what lovely manners Buggy has at the table, and Elizabeth is just like her, loves the camera. So cute, your doing a good job raising good mannered children Meg and Ben.

[@pamelapriest6088]

Good food, good eats. Happy children!

[@robertconner5126]

As Al Lumna would say, "I like it." Thanks for sharing.

[@lisaholley405]

Love y'all's videos. You keep it real. I have so enjoyed watching the boys become young men. Little miss is growing up to be a beautiful young lady. Baby girl is growing so fast. You both are doing a wonderful job raising the kiddos. The homestead is looking great.

[@paulettemann500]

Your baby looks like her sister. I bet you could confuse their baby photos easily. You’re so blessed 🥹

[@brokenmeats5928]

I love ALL The Hollar Homestead videos!

[@bmacdougall53]

Brett’s chainsaw, the barn wall would be a great place for these types of memories. Many blessings children of God 🙏💜

[@itsbadlands]

I agree before it becomes a lost memory, i have many of those odd things i wished today i saved when they were kids.

[@hilarylonsdale608]

Then it'll be there when his sisters want to use it in a few years too.

[@nadineduerksen6556]

I bet it's nice to have those strong men you raised helping you build!

[@joanneganon7157]

Hey Hollers 👋, just think what Munchie will build in his lifetime, absorbing all knowledge you offered his whole little life 🔥. Nice new hut for the Piggies 👍. So cute

[@miguelruizm]

That is so funny your boys continue to not wear shoes even in the winter!

[@chrishughson1]

I grew up barefoot in upstate NY. Now it’s called “grounding” but there’s no better feeling in the world to be connected to the earth. I swear I could have put out a cigarette with my bare feet! All summer barefoot. And I see Buggy is barefoot too! Good for you kids!!

[@TXNLaurenMcN]

@@chrishughson1 ~ I graduated to moccasins in the winter, but the rest of the year, it was barefoot!

[@mariayelruh]

Buggie also! I grew up barefoot all summer. Obviously they have shoes and boots, just don't always wear them.

[@janiecehamblen933]

At their age I would go outside without shoes, in MI. But I too love seeing them barefoot!

[@kimkerley4218]

Your body gets so full of parasites when you go barefooted! It’s crazy. Google how many parasites get in your body. 😢 Well especially around pigs n chickens. 😢

[@BrendaRoe-zm8ll]

Ben and Meg....you all are doing amazing things. We had 4 kids way back in the dark ages and now we are all old! Hehehe We had twins and two more from 1974-1978. We had some building to do to accommodate the six of us but we somehow got it done and even took some vacations. When your little ones get old enough take some time for yourselves so you don't get burned out. Keep up the good work.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@marking-time-gardens]

Blessings on the Hollar Family Homestead!🌻🐛🌿💚🙏💕👵

[@dignit1620]

Just so awesome honoring your children!

[@carlapierle8623]

Growing up (I'm 66 now), my older brother (Glenn) was nicknamed "Buster". My dad's (Carl) nickname was "Bus". NO ONE in the family or extended family ever called them by their real names. As I got older it was so weird to hear outsiders call them by their given names. It really is endearing to have nicknames!

[@JerryB507]

I was twelve or thirteen before I learned my Paternal Grandfather's given name wasn't "Huskey."

[@joanhebert7456]

I have a cousin that is called Skip or Jr I didn't until my late 20' that is name Adam

[@joannaaustin278]

aw so sweet to see Buggy she is so big and dang cute...and that dear baby is growing !!

[@susanmassey9635]

Can’t believe Elizabeth has teeth .They grow up too fast. Soo cute . I love to see little pigs.I’m so glad your back!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@elizabethpayne4517]

What a wonderful family, I bless you all

[@justme5544]

Happy pigs. who knew! Beautiful family, beautiful meal.

[@tbr528]

Hope you guys get through all the cold weather ahead! Stay safe and warm

[@joanconnelly9265]

Ahhhh, to be young and barefoot in winter😊.. grounding at its finest!! Chunkamonka is so stinking cute, all your children are good looking.❤

[@HHeirloomIA]

I think Buggie needs a playhouse. Love the vid as usual❤

[@RaelinAyala]

Great content, and your humility is what elevates it. Keep up!

[@marydingus4360]

Sweet memories our kids give us!

[@debraflowers5905]

Ben, I got a lump in my chest when you said it's sad when your kids get old, but it's also fun. So very true. I have two grands now, but it's just not the same. ❤

[@tarabrickle8745]

I just love you guys, what a beautiful family! ❤

[@christinemason6481]

Hey Ben, I love how handy you are. I am waiting for you to rip Meg a new dining room table instead of using that plastic one make her a beautiful one like you’ve done everything else you’re so handy.

[@jamjar5716]

So many projects. So little time!

[@lararabb8888]

Better a good eater than a fussy one! They grow up so quickly!.

[@janhyslop2915]

I really enjoyed this video. Day in the life of a homesteader. Reminds me of growing up. Love seeing the kids involved in the projects!

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

Having good eaters is a blessing:))

[@carolfleming9715]

Love watching buggy playing in the background

[@oliviafox3605]

Thank you.

[@milliewilkie1969]

😅I am amazed at how you all fit in the tiny mobile home ..they are lovely handsome boys

[@MrTrasor]

Afternoon, still see his breath in the air, every kid has a nice warm coat..... not a shoe in sight. Tell me your country without saying your country😂😂😂

[@elainedegoede6276]

Lovely pighouse you build. Your kids are darlings💕🙏

[@sarameitner6770]

Love all the nicknames. Great job on the new pig house. They looked really happy!

[@NancyMorse]

That beef stew and sourdough bread sure looks good. The little girls are adorable

[@evelynmartin5400]

That’s a great looking shelter and I’m so glad the kids came out to help

[@erikas974]

So lovely to see the kids so happy.🫶🫶🫶🫂🫂🫂❤

[@TeresaAlley]

Always a treat to see you posted a video!! I love your videos! And your family! ❤🙏

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Books have always been my escapism, now I hate saying 'bye' to you all! L.ittle house on the prairie vibes! You're just exceptionally normal.

[@KevinGastonSR.]

Power service biokleen biocide is what we used to treat diesel school busses . Algae will freeze and plug filters to act like water. It was the quick easy fix that worked for us. Once it's in your storage tanks, it keeps coming back unless chemicals kill it

[@clarencewiles963]

Fuel your tractor at the end of the day to keep the moisture out So the tank doesn’t sweat. You might add a water separator or if it has one check it for water. 💦

[@terryhenderson424]

There is an anti-algea additive you have to add to the diesel. Some diesel fuel comes with it, for all the other fuel you have to add it as an end user.

[@gobdogman]

Still waiting for the addition to be built :)

[@miephoex]

So are Meghan, Buggy and little sister. 😢

[@mimiohnine]

It’s my favorite time of year!! The Hollars post lots more content 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@dr3406]

💕💗💕🙏🙏🙏 love the new pig house, looks like they do, too! Stew sounds nice and warming, on these cool winter days. Have a blessed evening. 💕💗💕

[@codyleeser392]

Brother project; make Buggy a play house.

[@jamjar5716]

Oh! I would love to see them do that!

[@pjmoody]

Great father & son bonding/learning time. Love it.

[@lindapearson2376]

Always enjoy your family’s videos!

[@carolkimbell5174]

Elizabeth has the cutest face ever.

[@chandrasutton4669]

Have a Wonderful New Year!!!😊🎉❤

[@gailbrault9251]

Good job Ben!

[@southloupriverhomestead4696]

Pig House looks Great! Thanks for the video!

[@11sluggo]

You could have algae in your fuel, or if it was bought in the summertime, it might be starting to gel if it acts up when it is cold outside. They change the formulation in the winter to prevent gelling.

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

great job on the house stew is awesome in the cold weather hugsssss

[@StoneKathryn]

I enjoyed my split pea soup last night. I hope you enjoyed you soup too! Have a great evening!

[@susanbaker8130]

Good idea on the new pig house design.

[@laruedouglas7972]

I just had canned pork last night for supper with noodles 😋.

[@StoneKathryn]

Oh no. indoor swimming pool! Not good! Nice bunch of feeder pigs! Nice job getting them a more permanent shelter that can be moved away from low spots to avoid indoor swimming pools in the pig's shelter! Yup, my kids are 19 and 20 years old and now their toys are cars! it's fun to see but it's a little sad too. They still play their video games so far. Yay, the siding looks great! Nice shelter! It does look like the other one in the woods. I like how you can carry that one on your shoulders and pull it around. I'm glad to see that Corbin came out to help! I think Brett came out to help too! Too bad you're having fuel trouble with your tractor. Could it be the wax in the diesel? Put "NO GEL" in the tank? At 14 F degrees diesel will gel. We have to put "No Gel" in out heating oil tank for the winter. Adding kerosene will help stop gelling too. Nice. The tractor started! That makes it a lot easier to move! Thanks for the video of the pig shelter project! Yum, Meg's cooking! Beef stew with fresh sourdough bread! Chunkamunka! Cute Elizabeth nickname! She was the biggest baby! Brett looks so much like my two boys that are 19 and 20 years old. Both of them like their hair long too! I think it was Covid that got them used to long hair. thanks for this video Hollar family!

[@5GreenAcres]

Ben, we haven't heard about your house addition. What is going on with that? Love Corbin's chainsaw!!! That was so prescious. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sammysam44]

Stairs are awesome AF

[@mskippi]

Great little pig house

[@michellea.1685]

Love your channel! Meg you’re amazing! Thanks for always keeping it real 🥰

[@RogerBlake-r5s]

"MAY GOD BLESS YOU" and you family, also the diesel fuel may need a little ATF (automatic transmission fluid) to clean the injectors.

[@karendecosse2580]

LOL🤣 Goozfraba Ben, we all have those "burn that sucker down" moments.

[@MrsPink64]

I think Elizabeth looks like Brett. Precious kids.

[@sharon-keathley]

LOL! You remind me of my mom years ago. She was always a "reactive" instead of a "proactive" homesteader! We had pigs and chickens and planted a huge garden every year...and every year we had to play catch up with everything, until my brother got old enough to start preparing ahead.

[@StoneKathryn]

I think part of all that is getting the infrastructure set-up right. It took us 5 years to get our garden going well at our hobby farm. There was no garden at all there when we moved to the property. Catch up was always that mode until we had things established. Have a great 2025!

[@faithrada]

Get those snow shovels ready... there's Weather headed your way. 🙏 ❄️

[@justincase9463]

Found one diesel fuel additive that actually works…. Diesel Extreme- 1 full bottle w/ 1 bottle of Marvels Mystery Oil for really dirty diesel it’s amazing !

[@TalkingWithBob]

Your homestead is looking good.

[@miephoex]

😢

[@keelaeldridge8487]

My oldest son will be 40 in a few days ,on the 17th of this month! I do miss my sons when they were little. I have 4 sons! No daughters. Ages almost 40 , almost 38 , 36,26 ! My grand kids are getting older also, 17,15,13,12, 3 but life is all about different seasons

[@Offgridlee444]

Beautiful family, great to see y’all ❤

[@mrrs8118]

Love your family! ❤

[@greenbankreptiles]

Happy pigs indeed..

[@mountainsidewithkenandamy]

oh! the kiddos chain saw - I *may* have teared up 🥹 They grow up so fast - our kids are all adults now...

[@maryturner3534]

Yum I made beef stew today as well. Woke up to snow.

[@sandygranger1573]

You looked lonely by yourself. So glad to see Buggy in the background. It would be odd if no one was with you.

[@sheilasworld7913]

Meg your sour dough bread looks amazing. I have never had any success with making sourdough bread. Would love to see you make a loaf. ❤

[@SasquatchBioacoustic]

Could be sediment in the tractor's fuel tank. Sediment will shift when the tractor goes up or down hill and can block your fuel flow. Will be wrose when the fuel is lower in the tank.

[@robinwhitlatch4497]

Ben. Check the water separator bowl & empty it if you see water in it. Can also be the fuel is gelled if temperature has been dropping below freezing, can buy anti gel additive for diesel fuel.

[@truckinut20]

Amazing how fast the kids grow ... Still call our youngest as our baby boy... he's 34 lol ....Get that fuel filter changed and check for water in your fuel... Great vids guys we can't wait for each new episode 😉

[@TeresaEdwards-kw3np]

Thanks for the video!

[@LB-gr7gu]

🫶 enjoy your day ❤️ wonderful family

[@Grandma_NC]

That is a great pig shelter. Looks like it will last a long time.

[@Tina-yw6yo]

Check for water in the fuel you should be able to drain it off at the fuel filters. Also if it’s doesn’t sound right or weak change the filters more often and add a good diesel additive can also use ATF . Lots of humidity can cause the tank to sweat

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Fun video. Thank you. Blessings

[@debrashelton5300]

Your pig hut looks great!

[@PamelaDraper-j8y]

Nice job on the pig house, they are very happy from what I can see !! As for the T-111 siding, as long as it doesn't have ground contact it will last a very long time. We had it in our house here on the coast of NC for 36 yrs before we went with Hardie board. Here we have a termite problem, so pest control kept it from being destroyed. The kids growing up is so sweet and hard ....... you just want to push pause. Love the nicknames, I was in my twenties before family started to call me by my given name. 😂😂. And my siblings still call me by it ....... I'm 66 yrs old . I'm also the oldest ! 😂🤣😂🤣🤷🏼‍♀️

[@patz2917]

The pigs are living in style! And do I see red in the baby’s hair?

[@twistedponies7480]

I just went through that same mess with our 25h New Holland. We changed the filter and bled the lines. Had to do it again a few weeks later bc of water in the diesel we bought. Drained the tank, put another filter on and bled the lines and all was well. Took forever for us to drain the tank bit that seemed to make the difference. Good luck!

[@elaineekberg113]

😊 Nice music Meg!💃🌹

[@timsgirl6550]

OMG , Those feral boys and their bare feet!😂 Love it!

[@patricksmith4671]

Good Morning