Lessons from My Mennonite Mother: Work Hard

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[@kesmarn]

Tessie, I know we've talked about this before, but we came from similar backgrounds. The Amish/Mennonite tradition came from Northern Europe and my mom's background was in the same area. The child-raising styles were very similar -- kind of a "spare the rod; spoil the child theory." It did make for a well-ordered household -- "like clockwork." Mom used to say that in her view the home (and garden) were like her own "little kingdom." There was a kind of security that came along with that, but as I got older, I found that I struggled somewhat to figure out who I really was! When an "authority figure" decides everything in a home -- including what everyone's opinions are -- you find that having a differing opinion raises your anxiety level. We can be well into adulthood before we develop our unique individual self without feeling that it's somehow "wrong" to be different. I think you've done an amazing job of being that butterfly that emerges from a cocoon -- with the help of Our Father. God bless you! 😀

[@pr9764]

Hello Dear Sister And Friend 😊, I Hoped That You Would Be Able To Comment Tonight! You ALWAYS hit The Nail On The Head My Wise Friend, Tessie IS Indeed That Butterfly That Has Emerged From A Cocoon! And Yes Our Heavenly Father Has Brought Her Through It Beautifully, So Lovely To ' See' You Here Tonight Kes, May GOD Be With You, Andrea❤

[@owen4248]

Wow kes you said it all :-)

[@lindah629]

👍💕

[@sarahrickman6609]

I can identify with the whole thought there. I was raised in a hodge podge Jewish home. Dad told the school not to involve his children in their holidays. So I was called Dirty Jew. We had a social worker come to our hotel room where we lived and she brought Christmas gifts to my brother and I and I will never forget that jesters of love that later was a planted seed that led me to Jesus. I celebrated Christmas with my friend my dad sent me to live with. My dad didnt know but it was really sweet. I changed and it was a good thing. My dad was like that. You can't disagree.

[@kesmarn]

@@pr9764 Bless you, my dear Sister! And thank you for your endless support and concern. 🙂

[@keciadickson392]

We need more Mothers like yours in today's world!

[@wandahershey9227]

Thanks for sharing your life with us Tessie. Our upbringing and trials and tribulations make us who we are today. It is for our growth. Have a blessed day friend

[@virginiamaciuleviciene606]

Nice to visit your home on Friday night! Have a good weekend Tessie!

[@ritafirestone761]

My dad was raised by Quaker parents and he had a somewhat strict childhood. My mom was raised by a very strict mom. I remember when I was little I was terrified of her. She and my Grampa on my mom's side passed away a week apart back in the early 60s. I was 5 or 6. Because of the way they were raised I was raised pretty strict. My husband grew up in a complete opposite home. Alot of abuse, alcohol and very dysfunctional. He left school and went to join the service. He never regretted it and servered for 20 years. After we got married in 1979 he realized that I was a different type of person than he was familiar with. He approached me and wanted to be saved. He is the kindest, gentlest man. What a blessing and then to see both children saved.

[@owen4248]

Who Loves Tessie Time :-)

[@MichaelR58]

I do 💞

[@pr9764]

ALWAYS ❤

[@marybethsmith6458]

I do. Good evening Owen and happy Friday.

[@deborafranklin7469]

Me😊

[@owen4248]

@@marybethsmith6458 Good evening Marybeth Smith :-)

[@pennygardner8496]

I was raised in the Appalachian MTN and I miss the old ways and the community we once had

[@hollyj2925]

Your mom was a hard worker! ❤

[@owen4248]

Good Morning Tessie, Sisters, Brothers, and Friends, Wish you all a wonderful blessed Saturday filled with Gods Joy and Happiness :-) Remember to pray for one another and for all around the world :-) God Bless You ! Love you all :-) Keep Smiling be safe :-)

[@cindysabin8612]

You remind me ofmy mom put the wash outside even in the cold luv to watch you brings my childhood back so many memories. Pa 🌻🌸🌷🌹🌼

[@MariaMoseley-tz8cf]

I rebelled against my mother's ideas for me.... I became a stay at home wife & mother! Oooo, she was furious😂 "You have a college degree! You're wasting your life!" Joke is on her.... I love being a traditional wife & mom ❤

[@estelaalvarado6128]

Hello Tessie ❤ Hello everyone ❤

[@janenoland2624]

Tessie honey, you are just a wonderful person your Mom would be proud of!!!

[@carolynlee8948]

Great video, Tessie. Again, you are a 'breath of fresh air'.❤

[@lmmartin959]

I really enjoyed hearing about your mother and how you were raised.

[@normasawyer3870]

Thank you for sharing more of your life story Tessie ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Offgridlivin]

My mom was no saint,but she taught me to keep a clean,tidy,organized home. If I'd come home from school in the winter and throw my coat on the couch,she would remind me that my coat was to go to my room. Ptsd is an odd thing. I got teased in elementary school by a certain girl because I was part of a small group of kids who went to a gifted and talented class on Fridays right after lunch. This girl would sit across from me and tease me,hurry up and eat,you'll be late for your class. Shed make me a ball of nerves. We had to come live at my mother in laws may of last year. She did me the same way,get in my face first thing every morning, you better get up and eat your breakfast. It triggered anxiety in me,I've had anxiety every morning since then,but it is getting better. I wish people would think before doing things,put yourself in another person's situation have some compassion.

[@marybethsmith6458]

I enjoy hearing you talk about your childhood and young adult years. The women in my family married young as well.

[@LLjean-qz7sb]

My mom was a military veteran, so I grew with "her way or no way" attitude! Strict rules, do it right, or don't do it at all! Hanging clothes on a line(whether indoors or outdoors) No erasing mistakes on homework or do it all over again! Was an only child for 7+ years until my brother was born, so I had quite a strict upbringing! But looking back on it now, it made me who I am today and would not change a thing! (12yrs of Catholic school was an adventure in itself, but again would not change it) So I understand where you are coming from! My father was also easy going and was my refuge in the storm! Everyone has their story, and they are all different! That's what makes people so interesting! Love hearing your story and how it influenced you to this day! Hope you have a Happy Mother's Day!💐🌹💐🌹😊❤

[@elizabethhendriks9030]

It’s so wonderful hearing your life story Tessie❤

[@citygirlhomestead]

I think a lot of households were like that in our time

[@leslieshankland2298]

I grew up in a conservative home as well. You childhood sounded like mine. I appreciate it now as I look back. My parents were influenced by bill gothard. Thank you for sharing and being real . It is nice know that there are others that live like I do.

[@magicmax6623]

Love this episode❣️ i would hurry home to watch Billy Graham😍

[@deborahsavoie2159]

Happy mother's day.

[@owen4248]

Hello Everyone Welcome to Tessie's Channel :-)

[@MichaelR58]

Hello Owen

[@pr9764]

Hello Owen 🤚

[@owen4248]

@@MichaelR58 Hello Michael 58 :-)

[@owen4248]

@@pr9764 Hello P R :-)

[@foreverlovely2580]

Hello 👋🏼 Owen and friends 😊

[@pr9764]

You Pronounce Words Beautifully Tessie-- We Are All Different 😊 There Is No Need To Apologise Dear Friend, GOD Bless, Andrea

[@meryldykstra2538]

This was good insight into your upbringing, Tessie. Your parents gave you a good grounding, and it was a blessing for all that they became your family when your birth mother passed. I wonder, is the black and white photo of that pretty woman at the end of the video your birth mother or your adoptive mother? Thanks for sharing your life with us 💞

[@tammyroyal7547]

Hi Tessie!! I enjoyed this video & hearing about your earlier life. Your Mom sounds like she was such a hard worker & you definitely get your work ethic from her!! You were such a young wife & Mother!! ❤😊

[@laurakuehlke1320]

You're honoring your mother's legacy with your life, Tessie, and she would be so proud of you. My mom loved order and being organized; I definitely get that from her. You're so right about disorganization leading to overspending! Have a great Saturday! ☺

[@HomesteadTessie]

Love it!!

[@user-gm1kl6xy4m]

Happy mother's day❤

[@Julie-si3hi]

My mum always said if a job is worth doing,its worth doing properly x

[@kimberlyehill6132]

I was saved at a Billy Graham crusade in Jackson MS when I was 12! Johnny Cash and June Carter sang. I still remember how I felt that night. Your mom was a good example. My mother was nothing like that. I so enjoy hearing about your life Tessie. It's a wonderful thing to be able to live life the way you want. And you chose a good way to live. Love and prayers for you and everyone here. 😊❤

[@pr9764]

Love And Prayers For You Kimberly 🙂, Blessings, Andrea

[@kimberlyehill6132]

@@pr9764 Thank you Andrea 😊

[@HomesteadTessie]

what a beautiful memory kimberly !

[@Gail-og6ye]

Tessie what a lovely video about your growing up years. Your mother taught you many wonderful things and they show today. I really got to know you a bit better tonight and want you to know that you have the most sweetest soul and your discipline is immeasurable. Don't see that to much anymore. It was a treat getting to know you even better. Your such a dear person who I admire, but mostly Tessie your mom would be very proud of the woman you've become. She did a very good job.

[@joannemathews8394]

Thanks for sharing your family story with us!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@owen4248]

Tessie, I grew up some what in a frugal conservative house hold we were allowed certain things but in moderation continuing to stay frugal :-) Love you my Sister :-) God Bless You and Ken :-)

[@foreverlovely2580]

Your mom grew and taught you well.

[@zelchfamilyhomestead]

So many wonderful memories of your mother. Thank you for sharing. My mother passed away when I was six. I don’t remember her. I assume I blocked some time out while she was dealing with cancer. I’ve been told she was a wonderful, caring mother. I assume she shaped me into who I am today during those six years together. God’s blessings to you. 💕

[@thehillbillychickenranch]

Non Amish, yet your life ressonates so much with me. My mother was the honemaker and very strict with me. My dad was easy going. She cooked from scratch and her meals were amazing. ❤❤❤

[@juliewebber2749]

Sounds a lot like my early days except we did wear pants. My mum didn’t though, she still doesn’t. She did all our baking too. Almost always in the kitchen. We never went hungry although we didn’t have much. Her and dad both worked hard. We all had our own chores to do. It was good, we learned a great deal from them. Now a days a lot of young people don’t seem to know how to cook or bake. Have a great evening everyone!

[@pr9764]

Hi There Julie 🙂, Good To See You My Friend, Hope That You Have A Great Evening, Blessings, Andrea

[@loriflarson4236]

Thanks Tessie

[@candismith4080]

I love your hair style the way you have it in this video. The little wisps of hair remind me of a free spirited child running in the wind. Hope you keep it this way without the scarfs that hide your beautiful mane. Love your videos Tessie

[@HomesteadTessie]

aww I love that !!

[@tinacollinsworth9507]

I wasn't raised Mennonite or Amish but my Mama stayed at home. She kept an immaculate and organized house. She fixed 3 meals a day, did all the yard work almost. She took us to school and picked us up and was always there til i was 12. I am the baby, then she went back to work. However, in our house whatever Daddy said was how it would be, so very strict. I was not allowed to do alot of things my friends did or wear the popular clothing etc. I am somewhat older than you, maybe 10 to 12yrs. But alot of what you talk about and do either reminds me of childhood or I do the same things. Except for canning, I had to learn that from you! My Mama said when she left the farm at 18 sh was never ever canning again and she wasn't kidding! She didn't not for my Daddy or to teach me. Daddy had gardens a few years but then gave up. I love a garden and all the fresh veggies and fruit! ❤😊

[@sarahrickman6609]

I grew up till age 12 in my dads house. He took my brother and I away from my mom when we all lived in Texas. Then we came from Texas to Missouri on 20.00 in an old buick. By age 12 I was sent to live with my friends family on a farm where I learned the value of family for a while and hard work. I married at 24 to my husband of 24 yrs now and he was 35 or 36. Dont feel like doing the math. Anyway its been an amazing journey and I can see the hand of God throughout our lives.

[@MichaelR58]

Happy Friday Tessie, have a wonderful evening, thanks for sharing YAH bless you sister !

[@pr9764]

GOD Bless Michael

[@MichaelR58]

@@pr9764 YAH bless Andrea

[@deborafranklin7469]

Hi Michael 😊

[@MichaelR58]

@@deborafranklin7469 Hi Debora

[@paigescott5432]

Hey Michael!

[@juliejackman2649]

😂 It was the opposite in my house growing up..Dad was very very particular about things. Mom didn't and still doesn't like homemaking, but still did the very basics. She liked being a career person. Dad built another story onto our house and did all the man stuff..😁. When I was 12 I took over the homemaking. I now at 55 have always loved homemaking and still do. I do not do housebuilding or painting. I love how you do your decor. My Parents are both very wonderful. ❤

[@LisaLovesHomespun]

Love hearing about your younger years! 🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎

[@GrannyDi276]

❤❤❤

[@lindawamsley5227]

Tessie, your hair is so pretty like that! It makes you look so young. I too loved Billy Graham and PTL, along with many others, I sure do miss alot! Things sure have changed. Be blessed❤

[@annequiring5652]

You and I grew up in very similar homes. Our home was quite conservative. Our children would say they grew up in a conservative home too, but it wasn’t anywhere near as conservative as my raising.

[@foreverlovely2580]

Happy Friday to you Tessie❤😊❤️

[@deborafranklin7469]

Hi tessie. Great video ❤

[@debbiealtman5373]

🤗❤️

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

Blessings and TGIF 👋🏾 💐

[@pr9764]

You Have GREAT Inner Strength Tessie 🙂, To Be Able To Survive The World Of 'You Tube' After Having A Conservative Background -- Shows What You Are REALLY Made Of! You Have Not Only Survived It Dear Friend, But You Are Thriving, And You Still Have A Sweet Gentle Soul That We ALL Love! I Take My Hat Off To You Tessie ❤, GOD Bless, Andrea

[@juliewebber2749]

Hi Andrea have a great evening my friend.

[@pr9764]

@@juliewebber2749 Thank You Julie 🙂, Hoping That You Have Have A Great Evening Too My Friend! GOD Bless, Andrea

[@virginiamaciuleviciene606]

These are the exact words that express my feelings about Tessie

[@deborahkimball5050]

🐯Have a wonderful weekend🐯

[@kathykrantz186]

❤

[@Aleisha313]

Hi Tessie ❤

[@marybethsmith6458]

Hi Tessie

[@pr9764]

Hi There Marybeth 🙂, Happy Friday To You, Blessings, Andrea

[@marybethsmith6458]

@@pr9764 Hello Andrea and happy Friday to you too. Blessings to you as well.

[@xyladivine259]

💜💜💜

[@tamimercer476]

Well I’m super late again 😂😂😂

[@deborahcook7652]

Awesome video

[@owen4248]

Good Evening Tessie, Sisters, Brothers, and Friends, Be sure to hit that like button Tessie will appreciate it Greatly also be sure to watch all the ads :-)

[@pr9764]

Good Evening Owen 🙂

[@MichaelR58]

Good evening Owen, like 👍 2 tonight stay safe and healthy my friend YAH bless !

[@kimberlyehill6132]

Hi Owen 😊

[@owen4248]

@@pr9764 Good evening P R :-)

[@owen4248]

@@MichaelR58 Good evening Michael 58, Stay safe and healthy my friend :-) YAH Bless !

[@margaretlynch1494]

🙋‍♀️❤️

[@hollynelson543]

My dad went to school with Jim BAKKER😮😮😮

[@HomesteadTessie]

oh wow !!

[@owen4248]

First :-)

[@lindah629]

Hi everyone 🙂

[@owen4248]

Hi Linda H :-)

[@lindah629]

@@owen4248 hi Owen 🙂

[@pr9764]

Hi There Linda🙂, Good To See You My Friend, GOD Bless, Andrea

[@tamimercer476]

Hi y’all 😊

[@pr9764]

Hello Tami🙂

[@RustyMeadowsHomestead]

Have you heard of “Anne of green gables”? It’s a beautiful story, and with kind regards, you remind me of Anne. God bless

[@HomesteadTessie]

Yes! Thank you!

[@chaparra71]

Bill Gotthard is in the same category as Warren Jeffs.

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[@karensamford7789]

Did you do all the gardening plus the daily house chores when your three kids were little?

[@HomesteadTessie]

yes

[@SunFlower-bg7tr]

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[@hollynelson543]

So they were conservative yet they let you marry when so many haven't even dated yet at that age.

[@margierousu468]

I have wondered if her marriage was an arranged one as she has never mentioned anything about how her and Kenny met courted ect?. did I miss that part?

[@hollyj2925]

@@margierousu468they met in church,

[@HomesteadTessie]

Hi Girls ! to answer you ,I met my Kenny at our church .He was a member of the Mennonite church but the youth group was so small so he came to my church youth group .I sinned and got pregnant with our first child back in 1987 .I married the father Kenny we just celebrated 37 years of marriage ,the rules were that we needed to get married but we wanted too :) We both are very blessed ,I have older full video on it called married young :)

[@margierousu468]

@@HomesteadTessie Thank you for addressing our questions🥰 I also was expecting when I married the father and have been married 54 years this August. 🙂

[@lindanizamoff7981]

I watched that show "super happy fun people". I think that was the name of it. Anyways I found it very misleading. I remember watching 19 kids and counting, In the super happy show they said that boys and girls, men and women, had their own jobs and they showed a boy laying on the couch while the girls cleaned and cooked. On 19 kids show all the kids had indoor household chores and when the father was working on a house the girls would help too. It wasn't a real honest show it was a Hollywood, we dislike Christian, show.

[@lindanizamoff7981]

there is nothing wrong with living a conservative life style.