What Landscaping Program Do You Use? // Why Don't You Choose More Red Trees? // Recap 🌿

Making a Cut Flower Arrangement, Mapping Out a New Walkway & Rearranging Patio Furniture! - bit.ly/43zUtE7
Iseli Plant Load + Veggie Garden Tour & Planting in the Shade Garden! - bit.ly/3rImVX0
Final Load of GORGEOUS Trees for the Pond Project + Planting a Birch! - bit.ly/3Dq7kOM
5 Trees I Highly Recommend! - bit.ly/3O6BdZ0
Giving Our Annuals a Major Mid-Season Trim! - bit.ly/43weOKA
J. Frank Schmidt - www.jfschmidt.com

[@DrunkGardening]

"That's a stupid question." FINALLY! Good for you, Laura. 😅

[@Bodiy]

That made me happy to hear her say that some people need a slap in the face😂

[@E.R.Hewitt]

I’m fascinated that the questioner watches enough Garden Answer to know the history of the pond, yet they are so disgruntled at the main spokesperson. The world is wide, don’t watch people/stuff that annoys you …

[@laraemitchell9064]

Yes, anyone who watches enough to know about that waterfall should also know that when it was installed, they didn’t know that the Hartley was a possibility yet.

[@DebzZi]

​@@E.R.Hewittcouldn't agree more! Call it as it is...

[@astorybookfinish5055]

@@E.R.Hewittyou totally nailed the bewilderment of that commenter. If you’re filled with such negativity how do you enjoy garden answer? Guess opposites do attract. Maybe that commenter is unknowingly trying to get in touch with a side of their personality that is more congruent with the GA vibe. Hope so.

[@janemily2627]

I'm so happy that you addressed the "stupid" question because these people need to be called out. Come on people, this is a GARDENING channel and it had FABULOUS content. This is my FAVORITE gardening channel.

[@Denise_B17]

Mine too

[@denisewood75]

I loved her graceful response to this question. Rolled her eyes and then explained. Laura is the most thankful grateful person. Just listen to how many times she says she is thankful and grateful in a video. We here on this Garden Answer channel can ask questions but not with a sting of resentment attached. You would like to have a pondless waterfall too? We would encourage you to get one and would love to see the pictures. We would love to see the plants you planted around it. I am sure it would be so pretty. That's how we roll...

[@tinanovoth]

Totally agree! If more people lived by "I'll do me, you do you", all would be happy and well.

[@ja-uh9gz]

"What a stupid question."....and it was. Laura called it. It was meant to be mean.

[@karenadefuin7046]

🥒🍆🍊🍏🥦🍎🍉🍌🌽🍐🍄🍇🍓🌶

[@paularosati7972]

😂 you’re reaction and response to the Aqua Scape question was the highlight of my morning!! I replayed it 3 rimes 😂😂😂 Bless your heart for shrugging off those with too much time on their hands. A sense of humor is always your best defense! Laura’s got shade!! You go girl!! 😎

[@laraemitchell9064]

One of the the gals I watch on another channel tactfully voices her frustrations of situations and comments. She says, “sorry” for getting “crunchy”. I have to laugh at that terminology. And I love it!

[@auntiegliz737]

@@laraemitchell9064 So funny! I learned a new phrase, thanks. 😅

[@eberlinschwinn5634]

Sarcasm as a response to rude questions is my go to. Way to go Laura. Made me smile. Thanks Aaron for including that question and giving Laura another chance to shine. ❤️

[@NursemomB853]

I'm so amazed that people think they can be critical of your parenting skills and questioning "killing" plants... It never ceases to amaze me how rude some can be. Anyone can see that you two have the highest regard for your childrens safety and well-being. I give you kudos for how well you deal with this ridiculous behavior from others. I just don't understand why some think they have the right to advise you on plants or your family. You have the greatest videos with a best info available. Respect your opinions greatly!

[@jgwood10]

There’s always that one person that thinks they know everything!

[@susanmason3432]

Also, Benjamin & Samantha Grace have displayed personalities that “listen”. ❤❤❤

[@cksnsue]

I understand the need to defend yourself, and how much harder it would be to ignore. But some of these people just don't deserve validation by even addressing their opinions!

[@ctrygrl3]

@@cksnsue Agreed. That type of person is miserable, enjoys knocking others down, and just seeks attention. We have a neighbor like that, who just says stupid things just to simply offend. Sad, but they need our prayers.

[@veronicamarquez276]

Aaron's approach with honesty is a high quality to have in my opinion. Those are the friends I like to have in my life .

[@shavelka4603]

I would call him a truth teller. It is a great quality.

[@fizzypop1858]

I love that Aaron is honest and straight forward. I love that Laura is a no bull-poop, person, too.

[@scotthillmanramirez8874]

“Yes, that’s my plan. I’m going to give it a season, then I’m going to destroy it.” -Laura 😂😂😂❤

[@d.d.9636]

Apparently those who say the neon looked like a dying plant don't know much about philodendrons. I loved seeing the neon behind you.

[@sarahmascara]

It literally looks nothing like a dead plant. I’m so confused.

[@Lord_broly_]

It didn't look like a dying plant to me, just looked like it was going through leave drop. I've have several philo/pothos mixes that all seem to shed at once. It actually looks a lot healthier from the new angle! Now I can tell the yellow leaves are babies.

[@foodnwords]

strong agree i think that neon is gorgeous and the color of the new leaves is so pretty to me, it looks like a reddish gold that is so pretty and definitely doesn't look dead to me

[@liliromero4910]

Agreed! When she brought it up last week and then this week again I was like WTF. People are strange.

[@AndyLux123]

Agreed, I love it 😍

[@happybloomer]

I about spit my coffee out on the rude comment about the Aqua Scape. Gardening is all about change and making a person feel good. You can make it how you want it but then again, if you change your mind in 5 years, you can change it again. It doesn't mean you don't like it, you just want to change it up. Our tastes change like the seasons. Carry on and create happy. Keep doing you! I love it all! ❤

[@LiVe-gq5tu]

"Gardening is all about change" - omg, you are so so right. But some people just don't get it. They think that in gardening people are made for plants and not plants for people) I've been watching another gardening channel. And the lady there planted smth perennial and mentioned that she was planning to replant it to another place next year. And a man considered it necessary to write a comment, that she has no right to replant perennials, bacause thay need to grow at the same spot forever. And if she can not plant them in a permanent spot, she must not be gardening at all.

[@mslynn85washere93]

This! 💖💖 I am constantly moving things around in my yard. A garden is a living aesthetic whose design changes with seasons, moods, growth patterns, etc. And I have piles and stacks of hardscaping materials waiting to be put back to use. Dominique obviously has limited experience in the gardening arena. And even less experience in good manners.

[@lisaskatesIRL]

I loved your response to the "stupid question." Even if you did wanna rip it out, it's your home, your business, your time, your money and you can do whatever you want! ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 Tell em! 😂 👍

[@monicaburningham6404]

"Someone" said, "Let your children do dangerous things carefully". Teach caution, not fear. Only act on what you see and hear yourself, not hearsay. Love the life lessons on GA!❤

[@dobbiedo]

Yay Laura! So glad for you’re response to a very rude question. 😂. I never cease to be amazed at people’s ability to be rude and mean. Good grief, it’s YOUR yard! Some people need to get a life and not try to manage the lives of other people.

[@janehynes8319]

Assuming that Aaron picked this weeks questions got give him credit for letting the pond question in. Your response is priceless!!

[@flowerlily1]

THANK YOU!! I don’t know who said “there are no stupid questions” because there are LOTS of them but this one specially was dumb and rude. People should learn to mind their own business. If they don’t like it, have some manners, common sense and move on. You guys have always shown that you put a lot of thought into what you do and your beautiful garden shows all the work and thought you put into it. 💕💕

[@susanmason3432]

Glad to hear you and Aaron went “tree shopping” without the cameras. It’s healthy for your marriage and garden idea creativity. ❤❤❤

[@alanshave8010]

Oh that did make me laugh, i hope that when Benjamin tells people Mummy and Daddy make videos for a living he adds that they are about Gardening.😂😂

[@ritasicari7518]

LOL

[@TD32333]

I came here looking for this exact comment.😂😂😂😂

[@brendapatterson7123]

I have never doubted that you are excellent parents! I love how you involve the kids in your projects and daily chores around the gardens. People... mind your own business, Laura and Aaron are amazing parents.

[@prettyroads]

Aaron is the kind of friend or family member you want. He knows everyone is human and can make mistakes and he doesn't judge them. He tells the truth even if it's hard to hear. He can make a person a better person thru his honesty. My mom was like that and everyone loved her dearly because they knew her actions and advice were given with honesty and caring for the person she was advising. Way to be Aaron!

[@maryellenwalz7415]

Monica.....your advantage is that Laura has a large audience that loves you, too. I’d watch you faithfully, as I’m sure many others here would, too!

[@ronareid7956]

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[@mireillewilson5911]

I released 3000 ladybugs into my garden this Spring. I also bought 5 praying mantis sacks each with hundreds of babies inside. The sacks hatch later in the Summer. This method kept the aphids and bugs at bay. The praying mantis will eat all kinds of bugs like Japanese beetles and more. It really works! I haven't had to spray this year.

[@lindak7499]

I like the lady bug idea.

[@michellelea8511]

Where did you get these insects? I found some at my local farm store but nearly that quantity.

[@mireillewilson5911]

@@michellelea8511 Amazon

[@saltycat662]

I need to do this. I've been finding more predatory insects around in the last 3 yrs but I still deal with too many pests. I love ladybugs and mantids too. I think they're cute and fun to watch.

[@OldReddingFarm]

Dying laughing at your response to the "you didn't value" question/comment.

[@trishwalton6628]

Good morning! Holy moly. ❤ we love getting up to watch our GA in the early morning hours. You have so much talent and knowledge. Can't believe someone would write that you didn't appreciate that water feature! Wow. You don't even throw away items from your craft projects! As if! You handled it well. Kudos to you. Keep your head held high and take the high road. We all appreciate it. Thank you ❤

[@belindapace1669]

Good morning, Everyone!!

[@shelleymalone4427]

I just love these recap videos. Listening to you and Aaron converse makes me smile, and today when you said “that was a stupid question”, I laughed aloud because that was exactly what I thought. What I love about your channel is that you aren’t afraid to make changes. And those of us who faithfully watch know how much you think about making the changes.

[@deezahm9143]

🌼Good morning everyone. Laura and Aaron, I can’t wait to see the pond construction from beginning to end. The excitement is building. I hope everyone has a safe and fabulous week ahead. 💦💙🦋

[@astorybookfinish5055]

Love how Aaron’s ability to remain unbiased in his opinions has benefited the GA venture. Aaron, don’t see it as a lack of loyalty. I betcha your loyalty runs deep. Being calm and logical in response to the activities of others is an honorable characteristic.

[@007Lehua]

I agree, he is very much like my husband. It speaks volumes of their integrity. I remember one day we were in a disagreement and he looked at me very calmly, and said...sometimes you need to say the second thing that comes to your mind. All I could say in the moment...is your right. Lesson learned. 😁

[@BobbieJeanM]

I completely agree! I think the world would be a much better place if everyone was objective and looked for fact’s not rumors and based their opinions on that instead of “blind” devotion! But I’m almost 71 so maybe it’s a lifetime of lessons learned or weariness of seeing so much bs being taken as gospel truth over all those years. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@tiffanyroberts5993]

I remember Laura saying from the beginning, when they installed the first pond, that potential they would be redoing that entire area. She also said that the pond guys knew that beforehand and they were okay with that.

[@valhallamcgaughey3720]

Aaron is so right about websites that say your problem could be too much OR too little of everything. I have spent hours trying to research and at the end still felt like I had made basically no progress. (Another new pet peeve is websites that give detailed advice but don’t tell you what type of climate their advice is good for. I can’t put “full sun” plants in actual full sun here in Texas or they will fry in the summer.)

[@Lord_broly_]

"What do you want from me?" 😂 You're so sassy today and I love it! I can imagine the heat and pre-pond stress are challenging! Good for you, Laura! ~Becky

[@sharabenson]

I’ve been excitedly waiting for this pond build with Aquascape like my daughter waiting to see Taylor Swift in concert. My two favorite families coming together again, I’m SO excited!!

[@kimdowhaniuk1855]

Bravo on the swimming lessons! I grew up near the Detroit River and Lake Sinclair. As soon as we were old enough, mom put us in swim lessons. I can't wait to see the pond. You and your family bring me joy every morning, thank you so much for that.

[@teresaholland4790]

Living on a Peninsula, I thought all of my nieces, nephews and grandchildren how to swim at 18 months we are obviously very pro swim near a water. Everybody should know how to at least float. Good job.

[@Meems56]

Hi there! Your response made me think of growing up on Recreation St just off St.Claire shores. We used to go to Stoney Point for a day at the beach. That what vacation looked like in the early 1950’s! 😆 and yes that’s how we learned to swim! Have a great day!

[@thelioness3305]

Laura, I heard you say how people spoke poorly at times in the begaining when you started even now at time. I personaly want to say thank you for hanging in there. Because of you I have branches into way more flowers in my small garden but there is always a little room. I do veggie gardens for the last 4 seasons. I "was" a city girl who knew nothing. Well not much anyway. I come home from work and watch you for hours until I got caught up. Still watching old ones that are new to me. All this to say thank you from Nashville TN.

[@lindahopps739]

“Oh look, Daddy kicks the cats!” 😂 Aaron is very funny today! Must be the exciting anticipation of the pond!

[@saltycat662]

Lol. Anyone who had or has cats know exactly what that's like. They will walk right in front of your feet. Sometimes my dogs do it to so when I walk around the house, I shuffle my feet so I don't hit them or trip over them lol.

[@addykins100]

I know both of you are very loving and caring parents but I was very happy and relieved to hear you address the safety concerns for Benjamin and Samantha Grace. Thank you! …….can’t wait to see this new addition to your already awesome space.

[@lonerank]

This have also been my concern so I was happy when Laura addressed the safety 👏👏👏

[@sharlenesmith2455]

Oh my, loved your response! “That’s a stupid question.” I go by the adage “if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all!” But, for those of us who’ve been watching ALL your videos, you’ve said 2or 3 times you were moving it to another area and how much you all have enjoyed it! So glad you called it for what it was!🥰

[@wearethemillers1659]

A big con for the golden rain tree, for me, is that they attract boxelder bugs! By the hundreds! In the fall, the bugs all want to get into the house. I asked about pesticide controls when I went through the Master Gardener classes and learned that they are easily killed, but for every one that you kill, 50 of their friends come to the funeral.😅

[@kimcarr5295]

I am still watching the video, and came to voice this!!! The bugs aren't harmful at all, but there are SO MANY of them!!! They get into your house. They stain fabric if you smoosh them on it. They are just everywhere! I have heard this is only for a female rain tree.... The trunk of ours literally looked alive and moving due to all the bugs. Birds won't eat them due to bitter taste... We had to get rid of our tree. I just could NOT tolerate the bugs.... They do die easily with soap and water. I went out twice a week for a growing season to spray, trying to keep the tree but manage the bugs... It only helped for a few days. Buyer, beware. Gorgeous trees, but the bugs... oh the bugs....

[@AttnDefDis_]

That tree sounds like nothing, but cons to me. It being debatebly pretty is far from enough. Glad she likes it and at least, she lets people know it sucks.

[@chanelboisson1185]

Hello, I don’t comment often but today I felt the need to share how much I appreciate watching how you communicate with each other and with your kids. Healthy. It’s a joy to listen but also learn.

[@ajlugton1]

Thank you for addressing the water safety issue! Most Australian kids start to learn to swim as babies; it's such a focus here. I hope Benjamin & Samantha both love their lessons!

[@browneyes-cj8eg]

I love love love Sunday mornings.. I'm always admiring your plants behind you. really don't understand people with their negative comments.. you pond killer. lol. have a great week and stay cool.

[@schoolbeginsaftercoffee4759]

Your pond killer comment had me chuckling!😂😂

[@lisag6796]

@@schoolbeginsaftercoffee4759 me too!!

[@nnagle9224]

I am glad you are enrolling your children in swimming lessons. As an island resident, I am always shocked when people do not know how to swim - it is a life skill that will help daily and on vacations when you try new activities

[@Patricia-lg8vg]

Aaron's "I want one" when talking about the philodendron, made me laugh! re: pond - I had a floating alarm for my pool - not for us but for a neighbor who was so worried by our choice to have a pool. (I had a fence but they thought their kid/and friends, would climb it. I almost suggested a water tag for the kiddos but I thought that wouldn't have gone over so well. 😉

[@heatherderganc5984]

I love his humor!

[@BramptonGardener]

Bahahaha omg I'm dying at the pond question!!!!! Loved the sarcasm. 😂

[@carolinaochoa7900]

Didn’t everybody know from the beginning that the first pond would be temporary because the gazebo wouldn’t stay? That was always mentioned and I’m pretty sure even the builders knew it would be a temporary thing. Clearly they’re very happy to work with GA again!

[@BramptonGardener]

Exactly. Amazing exposure for them.

[@titosrevenger]

Aaron: use empty tuna cans to measure your sprinkler coverage. Bowls aren't ideal because they have curved edges, but tuna cans have straight edges and that lets you measure the amount of water more accurately.

[@MyBackyardScience]

Can't wait to see the pond project! 😀

[@KristiB73]

You guys are such good parents, I never even thought about your kids safety. 💙

[@lisag6796]

Me too! I don't understand why others question their judgement.

[@justgismo]

You could use some sort of decorative waterproof box beside your furniture where you can store your cushions whenever you don‘t use them.

[@tammybailey4330]

Her cats lounge on them like mine do.

[@Denise_B17]

@@tammybailey4330mine do too!

[@user-xd5tv8zs8s]

"Life is too short to have crappy trees." Cracked me up :) The coolest part of this stage of our social media lives is that we are done with our perceptions of what "people" think. We know the difference between real folks and media folks. Life is too short for so many things isn't it? I like that you two are so balanced....well maybe not totally balanced :) Thanks for the giggle.

[@kathleenahart1331]

I absolutely love the recap videos! You two always make me chuckle with your wisdom and wit. You keep it honest and real. Have a great week! Anxious to see that beautiful new pond.

[@rspencerttc]

Kids learning to swim is super important so you are spot on. My son was in a pool with his grandma when he was months old. Grew up in a pool essentially. He’s a fish basically 😂

[@Justluvs2garden]

I have to chuckle when someone says that plant behind you looks like it's dead. It looks like the healthest dead plant I've ever saw. 🤣

[@lindamarzullo6769]

How did you not chuckle at Benjamin’s response of “mommy and daddy make videos”???? Certainly I’m not the only one who saw the humor there😊

[@StaceyFernandes-ek9ks]

you and aaron get along so well it’s a breath of fresh air!!! hey Aaron you need to put a blooper video so we know laura is more like me ( us) lol i know you show some fails but - sometimes i am in my garden cursing at myself or hating the squirrels for pulling my bulbs or heating that I didn’t water enough or water too much and I’m just miserable. Laura never ever looks miserable. She always has a smile on and I’m sure she touches her face up a little bit with make up during her videos. I would just love to be a fly on the wall when she gets pissed at something and I’m sure everybody would love to see that too. Sorry Laura we love you but every now and then it’s nice to know you’re human like us but keep up the good work guys you guys are amazing and so motivational. Thanks.

[@CULady]

1. Swim lessons...your good parents! But it must be rough to live so publicly, and some people are too verbal and judgemental! 2. I love how real you and Aaron talk things out on camera! Love the discussion on the size of pots. Aaron xxxl!! 😂 ❤ ❤

[@annbailey311]

What a fun recap video. You guys shine. I just love you two. So glad you found each other.

[@Patricia-lg8vg]

Thank you for sharing how you deal with negative comments - it's been an asset for me. Even my gardening space gets negative comments; sometimes I get taken aback. This skill is something I have had to learn. You helped me with being positive and not take in the negative comments (lol most times - sometimes the negative comment ping pongs in my brain but not for long)! Thank you. Criticism is based on emotion/judgement/their own wants and feelings/and even jealousies that they may not be aware of. My wonderful dad (an engineer) would try to see things from all sides and want what was the best for us. He would help us look at a problem or want and help us see things in a light of knowledge to make a good decision!

[@wandabrown508]

Great, fun, interesting video. Of course, all breaths are bated for the construction of the pond. Laura's backdrop of lovely plants & grow loghts is perfect for these recap!

[@bebabear1966]

Cannot wait for the pond project. It's going to be gorgeous.

[@user-rv8wz3ey2j]

omg can't believe that someone would make that comment about ruining the pond. You are such a nurturing and loving person. If they watched you full time they would know why the small pond was taken out !!!!

[@dobbiedo]

Pruners story…..so I received a pair of coveted Felcos for Christmas. This Spring while shearing back my lavender I sliced off a good chunk of the tip of a finger. Nice clean slice…nothing to stitch back together. Finger healed, has a flat slide and no feeling. Worst part was, I had been wearing my gloves and took them off, because I didn’t feel like I could feel what I was doing well enough. Needless to say that was a wrong decision and now I always wear my gloves. Love my sharp, wonderful Felcos. BTW you two are a great balance for each other. Someone always needs to be frank, with grace though.😊

[@nancyschwartz5665]

Can I just say how much I appreciated your sass around the "Are you going to destroy this pond too?" Seriously...people are dorks.

[@truthtalker4038]

I don't need to sheer up my petunias.. the deer do that for me! Every time my petunias get full and are just getting beautiful, the deer pruners come in and sheer them up for me!

[@jessicabirk5645]

It would be cool if you could coordinate with a couple or few gardening channels around the country and talk about your favorite trees/plants for that area. I’m in Oklahoma and I love watching your channel - as well as Jenny (Creekside) and Linda Vater (here where I’m at). You’re my favorite, and we are the same zone, but I’ve got Jenny’s soil and Linda’s Oklahoma bizarre-ness. Between the three of you, I get good ideas for my yard. If y’all threw Impatient Gardener and someone from like southwest and northeast in there, you’d hit the jackpot. It would be fun to see y’all do like a virtual hour or so chat about plants in your respective areas.

[@Mealzanator]

What I really like is that your not going to let something stop you from your projects. Moving the little pond for a bigger project. It just shows us how flexible we can be in the garden. We don't have to let a past decision stop us. I am pulling out some plants that I though I'd like. I hate there smell, i don't use the herbs. Making room for the plants I will use and enjoy.

[@kathy8832]

Good morning! Always enjoy the Recap videos. That bistro set is gorgeous by the way. Have a great day.

[@niteshimmeror9847]

😳wow, I have to wonder if the pond comment is from the same person that commented on your fountains? Things break, plants and trees die, shade happens, sun happens, get overgrown and you adjust to the changes. Some areas come together quickly and some take time... that is life and gardening. I just appreciate your positive attitude through it all.😊

[@dianeweeks352]

Schwedler maple emerges with dark red leaves that age to dark green. My favorite tree. It is what the Crimson king was hybridized from.

[@destinyreinhart]

Morning! It’s called MarkUp on the iPad when you edit with the Photos app. Hope it helps! 😊

[@janettelandis342]

Idea! So get a deck box for the area, and put away your cushions when not in use.

[@pattikulesza6203]

There’s a product called wine away spray that gets rid of red or blue colored food stains too, try it for those mulberriy poop stains 😊

[@linsmith2310]

❤ 😊 Honestly I hv too Give it too U Both, Awesome in All Ur working On, Ur yard transformation, and Ur Attitude, just Beautifully, well done!!! ❤ 😊 Since covid I found Ur channel, Ur Videos, Ur Hard Works, Our Life Has Changed 😊 What a Gift in all Ur Doing, also Both Ur Families, allowing Us In and Opening Up too All Around the Globe, Beautifully!! ❤ 😊 Like I said Our Lives are all better with Ur Grace, Kindness, Ur Empathy for Another, Thank U!! ❤ 😊 My Hubby's on board with transforming our yard Space's, I hv too work on my patience, so excited were going to add a veggies above ground gardens going to hv 6, 4 feet by 10 feet beds, hopefully 6 beds, cute fencing all around, win, win!! Putting in a raised bed with them flat, flag stones uffta Laura I'm so excited, 2 long jelly bean shaped for shade gardens in back yard, already hv ordered couple trellises for rose garden for our front side full sun gardens with a pathway through, not as big to Ur levels, just as Glourous as Ur's, I wish too hv a fireplace areas gardens, I hv too wait see how the above veggies gardens space is first, very excited, Oh Laura, Aaron we ordered huge trees, big green-blue Spruces, red oaks, red cedars, whipping willows, red maples, already hv tall cottonwood all for our back drop... and too think we never even thought about backdrops or Winter Interests ever before, THANK U ALL WHAT A GIFT UR SHARING!!! ❤😊

[@user-uf8hp3qh5i]

Yay-Aaron! Not being co-dependent with your opinions. I appreciate honesty and your gentile style of delivery. I love you & your whole family~

[@angelagrassadonia1585]

Hi Laura in reference to your discussion about starting out, I miss the most when you used to film the Christmas decorations you did in every room in your house and you did it for years it was enchanting I was mesmerized not to mention the mail videos. But I am happy that you increased your pumpkin variety this year and not the limited like last, hope in the future you’ll consider at least the Christmas tree 🎄 decorations again.❤️

[@auntiegliz737]

I very much enjoyed the decor videos (never have liked mail videos), but I applaud their choice to keep the interior of their home more private now.

[@phyllisbechtel7141]

Listen all you Naysayers, I raised 3 children and have 7 grandchildren that were raised around a pool in backyard and a acre pond in our front yard 30 foot from our front door and never had any issues with it! How do you think farm kids are raised around ponds all over the property for livestock? Or kids with swimming pools in their yards! You teach your children respect for the water source and there shouldn’t be any problems!!

[@whatsup848]

I wish no one ever lost a child by drowning. We have a neighborhood pond where a 2 year old was found in a shallow area. It happens. Kudos to everyone that makes sure their children get swimming lessons at an early age.

[@joannabeck6750]

I'm not sure it's naysaying as much as being cautious. Drowning is in the top 4 reasons of accidental death for children ages 1 -4. And not just for careless parents. It's a real danger and concern that is not talked about enough.

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

I found GA with a “best perennial video” three years ago and never left. I still find those videos useful. Keep doing those among the other amazing content.

[@staceybarn]

Whenever I'm looking for a new perennial , tree or shrub I will go back and look at GA videos to get a good overview.

[@wendycole703]

Just watched the older video on the little pond that was put by the gazebo. That video was awesome. Can't wait to see this pond feature. ❤❤❤

[@cinderellafan362436]

Kudos, Laura for “that’s a stupid question”. The nerve of some people! Really!🙄🤣 Laura & Aaron do not answer to ANYONE but LAURA & AARON. It’s their property and their family. Sheesh. Have a super blessed week! ❤❤

[@helenc.9008]

Aaron is probably a very loyal person who just has a high value for truth and honesty.

[@bowtielife]

This is comical but the best canopy I have ever seen on a gator someone took a very small rowboat and made a frame for it to sit upsidedown over the gator. I know, far to hillbilly for your place but it was fun to see! 😂😂

[@judyheim6998]

Swimming lessons are such a wonderful idea. The fact that your parents have a pool too where the children can practice what they learned in swimming lessons and show mom & dad they know exactly what to do when they fall in, is great. 😊 We all do our best to keep our children safe but -you know cars are dangerous but we still put our kids in the car. Can’t lock in the bedroom for their whole lives.

[@ashishtiwari8560]

Sending lots of love and best wishes to Benjamin and Samantha!

[@pattyroberts9524]

You two are SO normal! Love the “empty bowls of water”!!! Got such a chuckle out of that!

[@lisacarson6968]

I love your responses to the less than helpful questions! Class act with the appropriate edge! Cannot wait to see the pond!

[@carolnelsongerontologist]

My youngest daughter was diving off the board at 2. She loved it.

[@kellydenn-8894]

You got a rude comment and still answered it with grace. Wow. I could never 😂

[@marthamiriam8983]

Dynamic duo is what you two are. Thank you for putting out all the fairy garden crafty videos I LOVE THEM💚

[@carmenkuhn3865]

As an adult who can’t swim, I’m thrilled you have enrolled the babes in swim lessons. I didn’t voice it but I’ll admit it crossed my mind.

[@ritasicari7518]

Take swimming lessons-never too late.

[@brendacayson6942]

"That's a stupid question"...whoo weee that tickled me!😂

[@mariehughes7732]

Pond count down. Can't wait to see all the progress and the end result.

[@lcostantino7931]

great teaching children to swim....my sister tought hers at 2 yrs old ....sweet....

[@emmadelcera1338]

Hi Laura and Aron, watching here from the philippines. God bless!

[@NiikolaliiebtZucker]

everytime Laura talks about the felco pruner incident i get the shivers. i just can't listen to it whitout being like AAAAAH NNOOO :D

[@pristinenkb]

"Mommy and Daddy make videos" can be taken a few different ways! lol 🤣😂🤣🤩 Love you guys!

[@terresiagregg9326]

Good Morning Laura n Aaron your flowers are awesome its great that you are gonna get your pond built

[@Puppies-Plants-Politics]

Thousands of hours of footage showing parenting skills, gardening skills, and appreciation of nature; and STILL have Karen's yapping. 😂😂 God bless your patience and THANK YOU for your response to the nonsense! 🎉❤

[@ozarkview928]

Benjamin reminds me of my son , he was just always more cautious which gave me peace of mind when he started driving 😊. Can’t wait to see the pond 👏No golden rain tree for me , I’m sure those seeds would become invasive in my area as we get rain most of the time .

[@vmcougarintn5035]

Yep, Ozark, just like Bamboo, Golden Rain trees are invasive this side of the Mississippi. Ask me how I know? I live in the East too. Sad, those Golden Rain trees are cool.

[@mariay.279]

Sounds like Samantha is detail oriented. We need those kind of people too. 🙂

[@heatheryarbrough5255]

Aaron’s comment on the grass issue made me chuckle. “Too mu much water, not enough water. Too much fertilizer, not enough etc”. 🤣

[@terrihart2133]

Whoever asked about Laura cutting her finger,I thought the same thing. As a teen I was using an electric trimmer and mde hamburger out of my right pointing finger. I was. Little nervous for her.❤ Thought I should say I couldn't get stitches because of the way it ground my finger so they taped it all down. Got the feeling back years later. It just looks funny.

[@dulciea.3862]

Happy Sunday to everyone! Isn't so true, a trial and error for all areas of gardening. I had to laugh with the heat comment, my daughter took a summer job on a cut flower farm in Oakdale CA for the summer(Horticulture Student) and she laughs when I mention that Michigan weather is 80 and it is so hot! So excited to see the pond project, it is going to be great!