Canning Pears and Chili ~ Plus a Pregnancy Update

[@cindyparker9920]

It is such a joy to watch you and your children. You have inspired me to start canning again. I have heard you call yourself lazy on several occasions. I want you to know that you are by no means the definition of lazy. I wish I had access to farmers like you do up there. Have a blessed day.

[@EvelynPh33]

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[@herbhouston5378]

It is such a joy for me to watch you and your little ones! I'll be 79 next month and I live alone now. You sure are a hard working lady, but you have time, take time, for the "little things", the things that matter most. What you're putting by all look good and will definitely come in handy this winter. I wish you all the very best with your new "gift" and the joy a new baby will bring. You all stay safe and take care of each other❤

[@lindasmith6202]

It is fun to watch, Herb. I'm 76, always cooked for a big family but now I live alone & it's sometimes hard to be motivated to cook for just me. I still can & some of the grown grandkids come "shop at Mimi Mart". They always bring me a bag of groceries even though I don't really need it. And they always return my jars!

[@herbhouston5378]

@@lindasmith6202 You're fortunate to have kids and grandkids to come see you. I was never like that. Love them when they're with you and cherish them when they aren't... and always hold them in your heart.

[@lindasmith6202]

@@herbhouston5378 I raised 6 of my own then 3 grandchildren most of their lives. I get nostalgic for the old days but know this is another time for me.

[@ludmillajustus2045]

I sooo sooo enjoy to see your children treating their little siblings with so much Care and Love. My Heart melted when i watched the little ones climbing in that wood and one of them held a smaller sibling to not fall down. So much care for one another, those children are growing up to being really good humans. The world needs more people Like you and your Family. Good Bless everyone of you 🙏🙏🙏

[@christineayre796]

You have beautiful children!! They have such a great disposition! I love how the older ones love to entertain the little ones! The boys will be good daddy's and the girls are such good help mates!! You are definitely raising them up in the way they should go. Thank you for showing others how children should act. So many people don't get it. Very well mannered children. Good job mama🙂

[@tinakarp3996]

You are so good at preserving food, not wasting, using every last little drop. I wish there was a way we could get your videos into school Home Economic classes!! 😊

[@CH-yk1op]

Still watching but I have to stop & say - the toddler putting canning rings on his?her? arm (sorry, I’m a new viewer) reminds me of Blueberries for Sal! The front or back illustration, depending on the version of the book shows Sal in the kitchen with her Mom while her mom cans blueberries. I love the old fashioned stove & that picture is my favorite in the book! I love how your channel shows your kids! I realized any other KZbinr I watch for homemaking rarely shows kids helping or around which is completely unrealistic for my life. I love how you show your kids as a natural part of the life of the home. ❤️💕

[@gigioneel6708]

I found your KZbin channel a while back and am so enjoying it. We home schooled our 5 children, with at times one or another going to school. You are encouraging me to get back to homesteading and preserving food like I used to. One of our sons became a quadriplegic almost 10 years ago and we needed to stop everything to care for him. Now we have caregivers to help. So I have time to get back to the things I love, gardening, preserving food, sewing more, etc. I love your gentle spirit and bright and knowledgeable mind. You are a lovely person. My husband and I just returned from a visit to Hawaii to visit our son and his family of 6. On our flight home, my husband said that he saw the woman in front of us was watching you on You Tube 😊 I thought you might get a kick out of hearing that. Blessings to you and your family ❤️

[@refiningroots.4269]

I’m so glad everything is going smoothly with your pregnancy!!!! I love listening to your updates , I’m also due December! Baby number 3 . Prayers for you and your family for a full and wonderful fall harvest and enjoying all the wonderful things of life .

[@viccimauldin9786]

WOW!! You are wonderful at canning!! Pears are wonderful!! Yes it saves you money. Support the farmers!! 😀 It is so nice to not find out the sex of the baby until it is born. That is the way God wants it. That is a lot of chili. God bless you hard working wife and mother. Beautiful children. ❤

[@veronica1863]

The children are so cute! I love to see them all and everything you accomplish

[@ka2113]

I’m amazed at all you’re able to accomplish in a day and with so many littles around. Blessings.

[@TheOtherSideOfAlex]

I just have to pause the video and say that you are such a kind and warm mother, my mother is the same way. I have three of my own as my mother did and I look at the faces of my children and have a rush of gratitude and just pure joy. I can tell that you are the same with your kids and its soo amazing to see that and I thank you for sharing. ♥♥♥

[@Cthomas5678]

What wonderful things you do in your life !! I love how you don’t waste a thing I think that’s great. I sure couldn’t do all the work you do and what beautiful jars you have ❤️ I certainly hope you take breaks I know when I was 22 and pregnant I was so tired I’d take a nap everyday around noon I had to I remember laying down on the bed with the fan on and how good it felt to lay down of course that was 39 years ago lol. You take care of yourself hun🥰

[@michellejaggard9657]

So very enjoyable. Sorry for your discomfort. I had 3 children, my last when I was 27 so I don't know what you are going through but I can empithize with you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I love watching you and your large family's daily lives. Your children are so sweet and helpful. You and your husband have raised a family of very loving wonderful children. Thank your for sharing your lives I do appreciate it so much. I am 69 and am still gardening and trying to can and put up food for us but each year it becomes so much harder. We are both disabled. I am a retired Registered Nurse and I take care of the inside of the home as well as the yard and outside as well as the cooking and cleaning. I had a major back surgery a few years ago, rods and fusion in the lower back. I have difficulty lifting and standing for very long. I really enjoy seeing what you are putting up and how you are doing it. I will be seeing you on your next video. Blessings to you all.

[@tryingndoing]

Thank you. What a lovely family with so many helpers. Blessings!

[@ellenradford8582]

I know thisvisca year old, but i had to share. My mother in law was the one who taught me about canning and preserving. She passed away this year and i was reminded you talking about the little ones under foot. My vivid memory was when my daughter was 1.5 years old and shecwas with us. Mother in law had her on her hip and was walking out to stir whatever we were canning outside. Probably tomatoes. She believed in hot packing items. Its a memory i cherish.

[@heidibartle2241]

I especially love your technique of doing videos with voice overs.

[@gretchenarrant8334]

Dear Jessica, do you ever get a bit of time to yourself? You certainly stay busy!!! Iblov we to see how you don't waste anything!! I did some cinnamon apple slices and made scrap apple jelly, more syrup than jelly, but it will work. I am drying peach peels for peach tea from a suggestion from another channel. I also try to use all. I so wish I could find a farmer to support. The market here is more expensive than the stores and very frankly I can't afford their prices. I so enjoy what little canning I get done. Glad you are doing well. Prayers!!🥰🙏💖 I remember helping my grandma and using one of thos e kills!! I found a different one at an estate s a leftover th we weekend. Its heavy stainless. I was happy to find. I have e one ..somewhere. This will work fine. Excited to see the tinctures

[@jimmyconway3814]

gratitude has been severely lacking in much of our society for some time now so its great to hear how often you count your blessings or express gratitude in your daily life. its quite apparent in your videos and something we also strive to live and frequently discuss with the kids. your videos are well done, keep doing your thing

[@yesi8that]

I appreciate your video style. The voice over technique makes for a nice viewing experience. Thank you!

[@suevallejo8645]

So happy to find you. That's for all you do!!

[@alexachenbach821]

I Love your house you live in it,.so you no its home.i was raised in a 3 Bedroom.so they were 4girls.4boys.we cut wood to keep the house warm.carring water.we can every thing thing out of the garden. We did not hav3 electricity so my mom work so hard.she was th3 Best mom ever. I wish I had a daugther like you.

[@marypayne2066]

I agree with the apple/pear combination! I make an apple pear cake that’s delicious and no one ever complains because it is made with whole wheat and barley flour. I not only use chunks of apples and pears but also use applesauce in it i stead of oil so it has a lot of fruity taste. For spices in it I use cinnamon, a bit if nutmeg and Chinese Five Spice powder. Yum!

[@pinschrunner]

Beautiful pear products! Excellent usage of everything!

[@kristinmiller4779]

I love how you have no waste!

[@katelynnmcdougall9826]

aweee the little one passed out napping on the swing at the end was so sweet 🥹 🥰🤩

[@JanalynVoigt]

Good job, Jessica. I admire your thrifty approach to homesteading.

[@takishasallbeautyzone]

The little ones with their mustaches gave me an unexpected chuckle 😄! Great video. You got a good amount done 👍🏼.

[@tarahskinner923]

Love this lil` family! So precious! Skilled. Wise. Thank You for sharing...

[@1jmass]

That is such a clever start to making chili. As you mentioned, it will be so easy for you or one of your helpful kiddos to simply add whatever extra ingredients sound good at the time. Corn, beans, spices…whatever sounds good. I do realize you want to make sure you have everything ready for your family, but even when it Is hard, always remember to put yourself and the baby first during this time. Your older kids are quite responsible and fully capable of caring for themselves and the little boys. The meals may not be what you envisioned, but it will only be for a short time, and your family will be fine.

[@susanedwards9473]

The pear butter and jelly alone would cost@ $65.00. Not counting the other 35 quarts ❤👍🏼Wonderful!!!

[@02271953me]

2022 is the first year I caught this series. At first I just watched but it seems to have gotten my gears going and I made a conscious daily effort, regardless of how minimal. Thank you for the inspirational videos!

[@renamaemcdonald2075]

It sounds like you will be very organized for meals postpartum. It all looks great! I ❤️ to watch the children interact too. I grew up in a family of 10 on a mixed farm & it brings back memories

[@rebacarmack8335]

To the pear butter- you can add drained crushed pineapple - delish

[@rebacarmack8335]

Not a fan of cinnamon nor nutmeg( only cinnamon in very small amounts

[@jambalee4059]

I did the math.....$260 here in Canada. And that's "No Name" brand from Loblaws!! Probably another $100 if it were brand name.....Wow!!! And you did it for $62!! This is amazing!!!

[@Ali-ct3xc]

Your videos are so calming to watch. Thanks for sharing your preservation tips, you've encouraged me to carry on canning! Xx

[@dianatennant4346]

Love seeing how you plan these things out it makes so much good sense. I know a lot of the recipes that you make you or some of the older kids could put together easily if you felt like it and if you were a little farther down than you wanted to be the older kids could put it together with some instruction from you and sometimes no. You are an excellent planner Jessica

[@LittleKerr]

There's a bunch of recipes for dairy free versions of "cream of" soups. Super easy to make so you can enjoy those types of meals too 😊

[@Mamato3]

Little Benjamin at the end in the swing melted my heart! I'm 30 weeks pregnant with #3 and don't know how you do it all, mama! You work so hard! God bless for the rest of your pregnancy.

[@graciouslygrowing9786]

Oh my, it's such a joy to watch you with your children!!! They are so precious, and then seeing the little one asleep in the swing warmed my heart

[@teedub1990]

Congratulations on arriving at the third trimester milestone in good health.

[@janicegardner9458]

Thanks for the inspiration - the little shots of your children make for a fun video! Best wishes as you progress with your little blessing.

[@lifeattheterrace]

I love your resourcefulness; there’s not many who would have the forethought to use the pear cores to make something that would otherwise have been binned, which gets me thinking of things I can use without throwing them away, so thank you. Also, I had my last baby at 41, and it was no different ☺️ and you have lots of little helpers too x

[@850beachmomrn]

I'm so deep in pear canning myself right now! Definitely feeling like just turning everything else into pear sauce 🙃

[@smith452011]

So glad to hear everyone is doing well, and you too. I know being tired is a part of pregnancy and it does whip you out. I pray that the Lord gives you strength and I know HE will. I appreciate you showing meals how to can in the chair I do live alone and I do love to can I'm in my mid-50s and I just love canning and preserving. I've done it since I was a child helping my mother snap peas and beans, later on it came peaches and pears. Now I am just learning how to prepare meals in a jar. My mom and Ladies of my family, didn't do that before, so this is a whole new learning process for me and I so appreciate it. I appreciate you for showing us how you do it and I love your little menu planning of what needs to be done before the baby's born. I try to be as organized and make less than everything that I need to do as well and it sure helps out with the preservation. I appreciate all that you're doing and that you're showing how to preserve food. Thank you so much!!🥰 Good bless you all!!! Until next time. ♥️

[@TheRuckFarm]

Your family is such a joy Jessica 💛 Thank you for sharing a snippet of your day. We are beginner homesteaders and just started homeschooling our two oldest girls this fall. I would love to see the curriculum you use. I enjoy seeing the way you juggle it all. It is not only inspiring, but also motivating for me 💛 Praying for the rest of your pregnancy 🙏🏻

[@justpatty7328]

Your doing fantastic- nesting for sure. The sweetest blessings from our Lord you have right there with you every day. I am smiling in gratitude for your loving family! God bless!

[@laurabrown5983]

get a wagon to pull out the basket to hang, gather harvests etc with childrens help to load or pull...take care of yourself... yes lots of jar meals soups , spaghetti sauce, stews etc you eat whats easy even if its the same thing a few times a week till you are back on your feet after delivery

[@dianebechtel2443]

I enjoy watching you can your pears and all the different things you can. I liked watching you can your chili especially adding a can of bean when you heat up the chili (great idea).

[@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510]

I love your meal canning, raw packed, letting the canning process work for you.

[@EvelynPh33]

So happy kids playing then lots of food to eat yummy so healthy!❤️

[@Mrs_Guido]

This is my first year at a new property with a pear tree. I had planned on canning them so your video is very timely. Thank you♥️

[@serobinson1]

Watching your family just makes my heart happy ❤

[@majagoedegebuur9451]

Ha Jessica,so nice this video ,Thanks its enjoy my day you Children so sweet,!! she help you so Good ,!Many years ago I helpit my Ant she havend 11 children ,it was an happy time for me whe helpit for make the greens in bottle en the pears,for the winter ,Many greetings from ,Maja in the Nederlands ,GOD bles you and you family.

[@redgingerbreadpam]

Very productive day!! Love having home canned foods on my shelves also. Your family is so beautiful.

[@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510]

And your skin texture and color look fantastic. Really shows that you take care of yourself and eat good food. I enjoy seeing the non-dairy alternatives. Me and my boys are dairy sensitive.

[@michellenelson11]

I love your videos but the last 2 have seemed especially great. Thank you for sharing your family with us.

[@jensonkcharlotte7991]

I always put pear peels and hulls as well as overripe fruits in my juice steamer so I can also get pear or apple juice. if you have one, I would recommend you and try it, I'm sorry it tastes 100% better than buying juice hugs from a Danish fan

[@ladykathrynperry9094]

Well I can rejoice after watching your video. It makes me think of when my five children were small. It is a treasured time in my life also. Certainly raising five children and home educating is quite a task. I will be praying for you as I want you to do it patiently and joyfully.

[@tinacoleman200]

Such a wonderful productive family! Very inspiring

[@DonnaSmith-of9en]

My family loves pear and ginger jam!

[@ghostwriter6113]

That's an average of $1.44 per jar. Plus 1/2 bushel of fresh fruit for free. Great buy! Amazing!

[@maryschmidt6945]

You could freeze dry meals and soups in a jar

[@19Angelbaby70]

Thank you for taking time out of your day to show us this! ❤️❤️

[@kelleyjerred8032]

Your farm it really perfect

[@lorrainebarnett8389]

I have to tell you that I probably have learned more from you than any other source in regard creative canning and certainly about ongoing food preservation. I have been gardening and canning for 40 years but watching you has put me at a whole ‘nother level. ;-)

[@bomaxwiththebros4096]

I feel like being a part of your lovely family. I love watching your channel. You’re amazing at what you do for your family. A great inspiration

[@ashleyedvalson6048]

I was wondering why you don’t add the beans and corn to have it all together? I’m trying to get more recipes and things to do and didn’t know if it was something not good to do? I wish you put videos out everyday! I adore you and your sweet family and wish I could not only watch your videos, but wish we were neighbors and I could learn from you in person, to ask questions in person and work with to as I learn better by doing and visual. Thank you for all you do in helping to teach us all and inspire! You are a wonderful woman and a great example!

[@threerivershomestead]

I like to make things as versatile as possible. So sometimes we like to eat chili Mac, but typically don't add beans to that meal. So the chili base could be used in that case.

[@ashleyedvalson6048]

@@threerivershomestead thank you! I also wanted to tell you thank you for the tips for ways to reduce wasting food! Today I made pancakes using the liquid from my pears that I canned and honestly, I think those were the best tasting pancakes we’ve had!

[@ashleyedvalson6048]

@@threerivershomestead oh and what is you elevation? I ask because when I can some things I need to know if I need to add more minutes if my elevation is higher than yours. I know what my pressure can needs to be at, just asking about the water bath canning.

[@kristinmiller4779]

You energy level amazes me! You are such an inspiration ❤️ ❤️

[@margiebenson2067]

Thats awesome, you are a wonderful mom love your videos. God bless you and your family

[@carolynsinyard1306]

Your children are beautiful. I so enjoy spending the day with you as teach me how to be more productive about my canning. May God continue to be with you during this pregnancy. Have a blessed week.

[@alexachenbach821]

Wow you are a really good mom.i Love your kids.

[@pinschrunner]

Jessica, do you have a neti pot with neti salt and know how to use it? I find it very helpful to use right after exposure to environmental allergens and toxin's...ie:. You come inside and use it right away. It is non-mediciinal and effective. Perhaps it might help you?

[@threerivershomestead]

Thank you!

[@moniquefuselier7711]

@@threerivershomestead , stores (and Amazon) also carry premade saline spray which as the original poster mentioned is non-medicated and non-habit forming. It is extremely helpful in flushing the nasal passages after exposure and while it is more expensive than the reusable neti pot sometimes the convenience is worth the price.

[@saltandpepper986]

Love neti-ing! So effective, recommend it to everyone and often they are shocked at the great results. Can even use a water bottle with a pop-up top in a pinch. Still can be helpful even if days out from the bulk of exposure

[@pinschrunner]

@@threerivershomestead I have a ceramic one and a plastic one with a cover. Be sure to ONLY USE NETI SALT-NO OTHER KIND! (not even Himalayan salt). Be sure to discard any leftover solution after 12 hours, rinse the neti with only water and dry under a fan or where there is circulation.

[@deborahnelson7907]

I'm 63 now, but I homeschooled my daughter K-12 in Memphis. She's now homeschooling 5! You said you won't be able to be outside so much in winter. Where do you live? We would start our school in July and take our time off when it was cool and beautiful in the fall.

[@sbutler0305]

If you check out Freezer Meals 101, they have a lot of freezer meals that have no dairy at all.

[@mommamoore]

Thank you for sharing. Love seeing the kids interact with the baby before it’s even here 💜

[@sondrad1839]

I always enjoy your videos. Look forward to Sunday mornings to have a cup of coffee and watch your sweet family. I harvested and preserved 13 quart bags of bok choy and thought of you while doing so. Every bit counts! I’m new to gardening but get excited when I have a good harvest and take the time to preserve them. I appreciate your inspiration more than you can know. ❤️

[@eseabolt55]

How did you preserve bok choy?

[@sondrad1839]

@@eseabolt55 I cleaned it, blanched it for 1 minute put it in ice water, let it dry, cut it up and put it in quart baggies and put in freezer. I will be using in soups mainly in place of spinach or cabbage. I also saw a video of someone that just cleaned it, cut it and put it in freezer bags, no blanching.

[@trinapellegrino621]

🙋🏼‍♀️🕊. I’m a new follower 💕So happy you are listening to your body . The children are great to help you. You have a lovely family. Wishing you all the best to you and your family 🍀🌟💕🕊🍀🌟💕🕊

[@debbiemoore9069]

Am so glad that you and the baby are both are healthy. As I watch your videos and I see you and your kids together pitch in that they wouldn't mind helping mom where ever you need them. May the lord be with ya'll.

[@tammyfletcher7667]

I have a bowl like the one your juice was in I've had it for years and primarily use it for making bread and dinner rolls in. Always enjoy your videos such a joy.

[@sherriekemper1828]

Lovely video. The calm way you interact with your children is a pleasure to watch. Thank you.

[@tammyr2966]

Such a beautiful family! Love seeing the kids enjoy their outdoor time before fall and winter! I absolutely love pears too and love how you used every bit of it! I love canning peaches and pears. That fruit is so wonderful in the cold of winter! Glad your pregnancy is going well! Hope your getting some rest! The meal plans in jars, look absolutely delicious!

[@Abc123cba1]

Would love to see videos on any of the canned or frozen foods on the to-do list.

[@janjoslyn4593]

I love watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your life and beautiful family!

[@dewuknowofHyMn]

Love pear sauce wayyyy better than applesauce...more refreshing ! 💖😊

[@suburbanhomesteadliving9212]

Ohhhhhh just finished canning pear sauce, making pear scrap vinegar and pear jam! Perfect timing! Love watching you and your family!

[@connieodom16]

I so look forward to your videos! I wait until Monday at work for lunch and look at the video. It makes Monday's easier to bare. I have learned so much from you. God's blessings over you and your family! Can't wait for the bundle of joy!

[@bearzhere]

Love all the help you get! Elizabeth's arm must have gotten tired but she finished! I love all the little fun things your children do! Gabes wave, the girls helping with food prep, the little boys and their dressing up, it is all so much fun to watch! You are really getting alot done for as far along as you are. All the food looks so good and filling your pantry and great for filling bellies later on! Blessing to you and your beautiful family!

[@valerieschauber1544]

Never had pear butter ill have to try that but i love pear pie.

[@mildredlindsey3144]

OUR FAMILY HAD THE SAME SETUP I WAS THE ONE TO -ROLL THE PRESSURE ROLLING PIN AROUND-- TO MAKE GUAVA BUTTER. WE CANNED MOSTLY TOMATOES, SNAP PEAS, AND GREEN BEANS.

[@margiebenson2067]

I can't wait to see your new little one

[@rethawilson6289]

Your homestead is so inviting. I remember so enjoying my Nieces and Nephews on Saturday night visits. Our entertainment!Is!! GODS BLESSINGS SWEET FAMILY

[@robyndonoho2727]

Your organizational skills are mind-blowing, and your kids look so happy! Great videos ❤️

[@jenniferdruery8661]

Thanks for sharing Jessica! I would love to see a series of videos on this type of meal preps! What a great list of foods you have. All the same ones I want to do! Don’t overdo yourself but it would be such a great series. 😊

[@connectedwithpurpose889]

may you and your baby be healthy, thank you for this video, god is good

[@carolnoe9037]

I feel for you. I had my one and only child at age 42 lol.

[@theheritagehousesc]

What a great and yummy preserve! 🙏🏻😋

[@jfarm8854]

Praying your Sunday is abundant with joy. Thank you for your videos. Your lifestyle mirrors mine, only wish I’d begin it at your age rather than at 59. But 5 years into a homestead lifestyle, I’m blessed with the fruit of the garden and fruitfulness of a sweet lifestyle. God bless each of you!

[@darlenesmith2456]

Such an adorable closing with the little one asleep on the outside swing

[@cathiegalbraith475]

Totally off topic: I love to see the Ohio State mug that appears in several of your videos. I grew up in Cincinnati and graduated from Ohio State so seeing the mug brings back good memories.