We Made a U Turn to Piggly Wiggly | Chatty Country Homemaker Week in the Life

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We Made a U Turn to Piggly Wiggly | Chatty Country Homemaker Week in the Life

[@acountrylife]

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[@pacificbug]

I use Earth Breeze unscented! I love it! ❤

[@susansage9908]

Maybe it's because I have been watching some of your videos from 3-4 years ago, but all of a sudden Joe, Peter and Maria seem so grown up! They are such great kids. You have a wonderful family, independent, helpful to each other, funny and very loving.

[@acountrylife]

Sudden changes- that’s how things go at their age. 😃

[@teresakeith5539]

I really love how both you and Warren make time for these family outings. I know how much work awaits you at home, yet you would never know it by the way you live in the moment. As a grown-up kid, I don't ever remember having this with my parents. What a gift you are giving♡♡♡

[@christieflesch3750]

I love longer videos❤❤❤❤

[@sharlenedegazon-legay9746]

I love spending time with you and your family, Jennifer! The love ,respect, and joy that you guys bring to each other and to your viewers are just wonderful!❤❤❤❤

[@erinbutler9281]

Peter casually holding his shot gun gave me a chuckle. You have such a beautiful family!

[@whitneydial8847]

What a fun trip! So glad the weather was good to you! So sweet of warren to tell you to get in the photo! ❤ from illinois

[@acountrylife]

Otherwise there’s never pictures with Mom.

[@kittyrichards9915]

Focusing on the health benefits makes it easier to stick with the eating style that works for you. Great job, Jennifer.

[@laurenfleming514]

I giggled at your humidity comment! 😂 The Dells looks so much fun! I didn’t know that was the water park capital of the world. 😊

[@acountrylife]

Huge water parks. Indoor and outdoor ones.

[@estherh.1508]

Thanks for sharing your experience…I did low carb early in the year and did well…never paid attention to my shoulders or hips. I have the same problem as you with the shoulders and hips and getting things over my head. It’s like the tin man needing oil to get moving…lol I actually thought I need to either walk or kayak in the morning…I enjoy each but always get busy doing something else.

[@Bex-rg8pj]

I accidentally bought some of the fire roasted tomatoes also. I loved them too!

[@roisinpatriciagaffney4087]

Hi Jennifer, you kept me company during my work. Great vlog 🎉 God bless the Brockmans 🎉❤

[@RAM-eb2te]

❤ Thank you! It's been years since I've been physically able to be on Arrowhead. Love the lakes of Central Wisconsin. ❤

[@lisalittau8277]

I LOVE that game, Splendor! My hubby and I played that often (he passed away 2 yrs ago). I remember him telling me that he would no longer explain a game to me cuz I tend to win after that. ;) LOL

[@acountrylife]

Sorry to hear about your husband. I’m sure you miss him. Take care !!🫶

[@lisalittau8277]

@@acountrylife Thank you. And, yes, very much.

[@TinaCristman]

I absolutely enjoyed this video..like I do all of your videos..thank you for including me in your lives..I don't like to travel but love to see others little corner of the world..

[@acountrylife]

Good morning Tina 🌞thanks for watching.

[@user-in2lu6mp7p]

Congratulations on your journey to better comfort.

[@user-wm6ps8st6b]

Jennifer you have a beautiful family/beautiful life I always enjoy your videos I live in South Carolina so if you want some Humidity I have tons of it Ive got enough heat and humidity to last you many years we've already had many many days in the 90s on top of terrible humidity and I absolutely hate hate it but I was born and raised here looks like everyone had a great time at the park and on the lakes may y'all have a blessed day ❤

[@acountrylife]

Hi there, South Carolina is a state I’d love to visit sometime.

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Looks beautiful out on the Lake ❤❤

[@paulam9838]

I LOVE the green dress you have on at the beginning of this video. So cute on you. Thank you for bringing us along on the family outings. The picnic tail gate dinner sounds like the most fun. ALSO, so love that you guys got a boat and are enjoying the summer. I make you recipes all the time, have both of your cook books. Can't wait for you to put out another cook book.

[@acountrylife]

Good morning Paula. That’s very kind of you to share. I believe this is the dress amzn.to/3VGmJEu I also have it in a white with pink flowers version. It’s so comfy.

[@karenchakey]

Good to see everyone so happy, loved the meals God bless everyone

[@WillowsGarden]

Hi Jennifer and sweet family! That chili mac looked really good. Fun day on the lake and water park. I could tell you have lost weight Jennifer, you look very nice. The children are growing up so fast. Congratulations to the winner. 🎉 Have a blessed week everyone!

[@kathieponder7708]

❤hi Willows garden, I came over from Bevs channel

[@WillowsGarden]

@@kathieponder7708 hi Katie, you will really enjoy this channel. Jennifer and her sweet family are just a breath of fresh air and Jennifer can cook some delicious meals.

[@acountrylife]

Welcome Kathie!!

[@acountrylife]

Thanks so much. Good to “see” you today.

[@user-nq6mf2gu7z]

"I'm supposed to take a video I guesss , that's me taking a video" 🤣 I bet you are Warren ! I bet you are ! 😅

[@doriannegreene7557]

I just ordered the Earth breeze Echo Sheets!! Thanks for the discount, Jennifer! I can't wait to see how it does. I hate the big, bulky, liquid detergents! So hopefully no more! Also, just love when you post your week in the life vlogs. Feels like I'm hanging out with one of my friends❤ Hope you all have a great weekend!!

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[@auntiepam5649]

This was a good video Jennifer. I found your health journey very interesting.

[@coleenjacobsen9613]

Jennifer, I hear more energy in your voice. Lowering inflammation in your body makes a difference. Thank you for sharing and inspiring me.

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[@teriharman566]

His shirt says Eagle river..I live right by there. Love going boating and fishing. The food looked good too. As for the mosquitoes they say up here it's the state bird...lol. thank you for sharing

[@acountrylife]

We joke about that too.

[@shopcookeatwi]

It looks like everyone enjoyed the waterpark! We live about 15 miles from the Dells and go there for groceries once a month and have always wondered about some of the waterpark rides/things. I grew up in Minnesota and we traveled to the Dells in the 70's and all that was there was a candy shop, souvenir shop, and the boat rides :) Piggly Wiggly looked like it had some great deals on. I've been watching your videos for years --it doesn't seem that long, but wow your kids have grown up. I get too busy in the fall and winter for videos, but come spring, I play catch up. Another great video Jennifer--thanks for sharing.

[@acountrylife]

Hello to another Wisconsinite! 👋

[@kathieponder7708]

❤love your family and content. I found the laundry sheets at my Wal-Mart. Yes, isn’t packaging ridiculous. Your family does such fun stuff. I am on a Mediterranean Diet per my dr. You look great ❤

[@acountrylife]

Hi Kathie, I’ll have to look for the laundry sheets in the store. Thanks for the tip.

[@amberlovejoy]

Yay!! I just got off work!!! Lemme rip these clothes off and imma lay back,watch this and take the best nap everrrrrrr

[@roxannegray2796]

Several different stores out here have Craven brands, too. I thought it was just HyVee, then saw it at Family Fare, too. We don't have Piggly Wiggly. We do have Bakers which is Kroger.

[@nakita1959]

❤thanks for sharing your inflammation insights. Love all of your videos

[@Madelinechriston]

Congratulations to Jen on winning the toaster! It wasn’t me, but I’m still happy for you lol . Loved today’s video Jennifer! I have to hide my sodas too, because my son will leave half open cans throughout the house. It drives me crazy , as this stuff is not cheap. Band, by the time I want a can for myself, they are usually all gone!😮

[@cathydecarles7084]

Jennifer this video is amazing thank you 🙏🏻 so much for sharing it I know carbs are bad for us It’s it’s so hard but cutting carbs really does Help.God bless you all Cathy 🙏🏻✝️☮️📿🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🌹🌺💐🍀❤️💙

[@JustAllisonM]

Memories, I haven’t been to Mt Olympus in years. Our family would go to the Dells yearly when we lived in Illinois, but now we live so far away.

[@jannie5559]

Love your viedos❤ Love your green dress too! I cook out of both your cookbooks weekly❤❤

[@acountrylife]

Hi Jannie, thank you so much.

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I discovered Earth Breeze about a year ago and decided to try it for much the same reason as you. Recycling is a problem where I live, and I was sick of all the huge plastic jugs. I've been very happy with the detergent AND the paper packaging! Also, I laughed out loud at the sports bra story, but I totally get it!

[@annethompson2212]

love these videos 😊

[@deniselakatos5418]

Hi Jennifer. Continued success on your low carb journey. I had a good time sharing all your adventures. Hugs.

[@acountrylife]

Thanks so much Denise!

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Jennifer happy Tuesday night to you and I enjoy your channel and you are amazing supporter happy 1st day of summer

[@katiel3457]

You look great! I've noticed that I feel much better too when eating low-carb. I do okay with some rice, oatmeal or quinoa. If I'm really craving pasta, I'll go for brown rice pasta. I make banana pancakes if I want those. I know what you mean too about whole wheat products still not working, I'm the same way. If I really want some bread for a sandwich or burger, I'll use 100% sprouted Ezekiel bread that's found in the frozen section of the grocery store and will toast a pice of that up. Or I'll use almond flour tortillas for wraps and tacos. Things like that have really helped me with losing weight and cutting down on inflammation. I also feel great when I eat cranberries! 🙂

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[@tammymiller5801]

That cordon bleu casserole recipe on the page with the chili mac is really good.

[@carolynhurst6541]

Great video

[@bettycook9536]

Amazing video ❤

[@acountrylife]

Thank you!!

[@SunFlower-tq5mc]

Jennifer I have the same issues if I eat too many carbs or gluten. Joint pain, stomach bloating, lack of energy and it’s all very hard on my bad heart (I fight chf). I feel soo much better when I eat better and my body (metabolism) also responds well to intermittent fasting and don’t eat until at least after noon time. Thanks for sharing.

[@stephjangell]

44:05 Hyvee has the Craven brand, too. It is very good!

[@user-ph1rx6pb8d]

I grew up having chili on rice. Maybe try the chili on cauliflower rice. Cauliflower rice is awesome in soups too.

[@acountrylife]

That would be very palatable to me.

[@theresaegbuniwe5808]

I have always thought your family would enjoy SIX SISTERS cheeseburger macaroni. It uses taco seasoning and I always add more macaroni. Yum!!

[@trishpolk640]

Macintosh are our favorites too!

[@nakita1959]

Congratulations 🎉to the toaster winner

[@krm223]

Hello Jennifer, I ordered a 2 month subscription of fresh scent earth breeze. Thank you so much!

[@acountrylife]

Thank you!

[@kristielael2670]

How do those laundry sheets compare to Tide?? If i run by “clean wash” cycle in my machine and leave the door cracked between loads, there’s No smell in the towels. And I don’t use fabric softener when washing towels. I found out there “IS” a difference in absorbency etc. also you got me started on the SPORT Tide 😂 I LOVE that stuff!!! I bet those sheets would work amazing when traveling. Oh also, I use POWDER soap for the towels. It does seem to work better!! But only for our towels. We have been to the Wilderness a few times and LOVED it 😊 Never been to Mt. Olympus though.

[@acountrylife]

I’ve found less buildup on my laundry and a cleaner feel since using the laundry sheets. If I ever go back it will be Tide Sport because I think that’s the best liquid laundry detergent.

[@shellywells2471]

I absolutely love Earth Breeze!! Bcuz of you lol

[@acountrylife]

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[@carmenguerrero8679]

I also have inflammatory arthritis disease... My doctor tells me low carb and low sugar diet is good for me.. I love Cobb salads from chick filet or Whataburger...❤😂

[@audrahcoleman0224]

I also love longer videos and I love bubbler. It helped me stop drinking pop.

[@acountrylife]

Hi Audrah 👋

[@kittyrichards9915]

I love your videos

[@vickihill4777]

I ordered the washer sheets for the first time.

[@acountrylife]

I’d love to hear about your experience.

[@beckymiller2185]

I always love your videos..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@acountrylife]

Hi Becky; thanks!😀

[@jenk2tatv546]

My chickens do the same, I'm like quit 💩 on the roof! Good luck on your next fishing trip!

[@acountrylife]

Did you see? You won the toaster!! Please email me soon so I can get that shipped out to you. 😀

[@jenk2tatv546]

​@acountrylife Yes I sent the email the other day! I'm excited to toast up whatever I can get my hands on!

[@acountrylife]

@@jenk2tatv546 I'm not seeing an email anywhere please try again cranmomof7 (at) gmail (dot) com

[@vickisilcox936]

Maria is very pretty

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I use Earth Breeze Eco Sheets, i love their product ❤

[@acountrylife]

😀♥️

[@terrystarnes4413]

When is the drawing? I thought it was this past Saturday. Just wondering who won the wonderful toaster?

[@acountrylife]

I posted on the community page the winner. Also I pinned the winner in the comments of the video.

[@paulaelves5160]

i had the same issues with my shoulders could not lift or stretch them,, doctor said i had frozen shoulder syndrome and joint issues because i was seriously lacking vitamin b12,,3 injections later and i was champion, maybe ask for a blood count at doctors xx

[@acountrylife]

I’ve read about B12 and all its benefits.

[@susanr791]

Let be the music choice for this section!

[@lauterbath22]

My in-laws have a cottage on Camelot!

[@dianakoontz3518]

❤

[@jolene-vm8yg]

Adore Macintosh can't get in uk anymore so sad

[@danagreen9264]

My body doesn’t like wheat but I love bread and pasta so it’s a constant struggle for me 😩👍❤️

[@acountrylife]

Same!! Every day we just do our best.

[@jaimesparkes9341]

How far do you live from lake Petenwell?

[@katiestack2992]

Hi Jennifer! My husband likes to hunt and we have a deer in the freezer. He grew up eating venison but I did not. I would like to use it but the smell of it cooking is hard to handle. Is that normal or is it something I need to get used to? Thanks!

[@lynhanna917]

Check google for soaking venison in milk before cooking. Milk will tenderize meat but it also removes that gamey taste.

[@carolynhurst6541]

Funny you said that about your low carb . I was just string ready to ask you. You look thinner

[@deannafugate485]

Here in Indiana, chill mac tastes a lot like spaghetti. I think it's supposed to taste like that .

[@laurenrasmussen7997]

Does the earth breeze work well with hard water?

[@acountrylife]

We have a water softener so I’m not sure. You can always try and it’s a no go they will refund your money.

[@lendane8517]

Amy loves that Bubbler water.

[@acountrylife]

Every time we try a new flavor it’s our favorite.😀

[@Julieanndoherty907]

Spot on for me, too, about not eating carbs. Lost 25 lbs in 6 mos eating ketovore (very low carb) and I no longer have aching joints, stiff neck or constant heart burn…so worth the effort giving up those tasty treats. I’d rather be pain free and healthy! Keep it up, Jennifer! Yea!

[@acountrylife]

That’s great news. It’s hard to make the adjustment, but so worth it.

[@lorettas6634]

its sad, and i get inflammation from everything that you are cutting out (good decision) , but also, my thing is dairy, and people dont' understand, the way inflammation effects you......for me, it effects my heart, where i get alot of SVT's.........and to counter react that, i have to drink lots of water....All my life, I never knew the effects of foods on the body, now being older, i am understanding this........

[@blairseybell]

I support low carb, but if you find yourself falling off that wagon, try eating gluten free. I found that it was the fact that low carb cuts out gluten was what was taking away all my inflammation. Best wishes!

[@acountrylife]

Good to know. Thanks 🙏

[@shelleydavies1639]

that bubbler water has caffeine

[@dmdohse55]

i havaundry they dont dissove very fast at all andi dont use tide but they have a very strong scent e been using gain pods l

[@dmdohse55]

i have been wanting to get those laundy sheets for a long time

[@lindacusick1156]

You should get a forger for the back yard.

[@TeresaRaab-hb5co]

I love Get Fit With Rick!

[@nakita1959]

Chicken 💤 🐓

[@candymeyer7]

Beans are not low carb. Beans are very high in carbs. Good Protien, but high carb.

[@acountrylife]

Yes, you are correct. I make the best choices I can according to our meals.

[@coleensrecipes]

First, I'd like to tell you I love your show, but.............please, please, please stop with all the chopping. We know how to chop!!

[@tammyvaladez9957]

Whats with your one son with always wanting to play with a gun..kinda of disturbing.

[@sarahlarson1082]

They are a family of hunters to feed themselves. All of them have been taught from a young age how to responsibly handle a firearm. It's common practice in many families. Respect and safety is learned early on.

[@acountrylife]

He had just been hunting a problem chipmunk and guns are nothing to fear when they are in good hands.

[@acountrylife]

We’ll said Sarah. 🫶

[@ginareed2889]

​@@acountrylifemy husband has also been dealing with a problem chipmunk, destructive little critters.

[@ginareed2889]

​@@sarahlarson1082 well said Sarah!

[@lendane8517]

Mosquitos 🦟 are horrible this year. We ended up having the Mosquito Squad treat at the cabin. Well worth the investment!

[@melaniemurphy2429]

I love the longer videos. Means I get to spend more time with you and your family. I love how you and the family do so many fun things together. Thank you for sharing a small part of your life with us!

[@acountrylife]

Hi Melanie 👋 thanks for watching.