The Hard Reality Of Small Farming

[@fava7753]

Your children have been taught lots of life skills , love and respect in everything they do and say , a wonderful family . . Keep up the excellent work and tutorials . My personal respect to the whole family .

[@jameswhittington4779]

So many good lessons here for the kids, and a lot of adults. Knowing what is really involved in putting food on the table should be taught, and it isn't. Another example of the good job both of you are doing raising a family, and home.

[@judiklettenmeijer854]

mickey7411 Oh, really?

[@davidfennell5124]

You guys doing a great job and I love your posts. America was built by people from all over the world so get your history right micky 7411 and this family are living in and with nature, just like the native Americans did. Tough for you to take but it's the truth man

[@blankslate6590]

@mickey7411 I get your point but this channel is about families and love not politics.

[@danielpierre3161]

mickey7411 White and Black and Yellow !

[@fredbloggs8816]

Mickey 7411 What a comment, racism has no good place in this or in any other part of history.

[@jbll36]

What a great way to bring up your children! They will carry these values with them into adulthood. Erin and Josh you are wonderful parents. Enjoy the day. Ray L

[@redhauscreator146]

As a person who has slaughtered, butchered and eaten animals I feel I also have a unique perspective here. I really love how you taught your kids the truth about what goes on for your farm animals. The boys really expressed a great attitude about it, but honest also. It's good to know that you all will be taken care of by the animals that you take care of. Good luck on getting into the house as soon as possible.

[@mfalc855]

Yup, a straight approach is always the best. that way the kids can decide for themselves if they want to eat animals and it affords them the respect that every child deserves.

[@jackmacdonald9568]

I love the way you explain to your children the process and importance of your pigs. Harvest day can never be easy but it’s a very important part of homesteading. Great job guys 👍

[@sonyagregory5711]

That's the cutest thing ever... Little Ellie and the tiny babies! Your young fellas are super strong and watching closely what Mama & Daddy are teaching them. You're doing a wonderful job! Journey On!

[@justinjarmus9028]

Listening to your 2nd child talk brought tears to my eyes. It's always a hard decision to end life but your parenting is spot on how explain it to kids. Job well done

[@donaldbonack6786]

Josh and Erin, l cannot find the words to show my appreciation of such a good video, I have watched everyone, sometimes over and over. I am an old jerk of 83 years old, your videos are much better than TV, GOD BLESS ALL, ALL OF YOU FOR SUCH A GOOD PROGRAM. DON from WI.

[@bretweir]

I've been watching your channel for about a month now, learned at lot! But this episode is by far my favorite. So awesome to see you raise your kids with the responsibility of raising the animals, knowing the process and appreciating them.

[@brendonchase9460]

I like the way yous think about raising your animals good and with a stress free end and how grateful of the animals for the food they provide. Love this couple. Get it

[@lennelonge2626]

People do not realize how much work you have to do every day when you raise your own food! My hat is off to you!!

[@russelldavis6159]

patricia here... so good to see parents teaching the kids on real life and how things work.. morals-values-gratitude is lost nowadays... so good to see someone being a parent!!! love your videos!!!

[@herobands1]

You two are awesome, way to teach your kids such powerful principles, it will set them up to be great adults. We need more of your type. Thanks for all the great content. You are one channel I look forward to every week.

[@beachcruising4607]

I love how you talked with your kids and they knew the value of raising the pigs and they knew they provided a good life for them even though it was difficult to say goodbye. 💗

[@moldingpro7208]

You are amazing parents. What an awesome childhood you are providing for your children!

[@coryshook7648]

Very impressed by your opening comments and your talk with the kids. Honoring the animal and teaching honor moved you way up in my mind in regard to respect !

[@johnp.1916]

I love how you treat the animals from start to finish, respecting their lives and ensuring that they are comfortable throughout it. The fact that your family is aware, understands what is happening, and can talk about it teaches valuable lessons and I commend you both for this.

[@tstjohn777]

Two of the best things about your content is the better between the two of you. Then watching the whole family working together. It would be awesome to see them as adults. To see how all this formed their character and worldview. God bless you guys.

[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

Oh gosh tears here I loved how your son was so strong and held back his tears but I heard his pain in his voice, so I guess I cried for him. It's hard to not get attached to animals when you take care of them, feed them and love them, but still know that they are being raised for food and we are thankful for them. So glad you decided to take them to the butcher alive. We use to do that with cows for beef. No way did I want to see it either. Hugs to your younger son he was so darling and strong. Great parenting mom and dad great for sure.

[@duaneboyd3550]

Way to teach your kids to be not only self-sufficient but self-reliant. Also learning where their food comes from and to be accountable for the livestock that will feed the family in the future. Thumbs up Ma and Pa!

[@tactical510]

This video needs to be seen by everyone. People just don't understand how/where their food comes from. Much respect for your humane methods & sustainable living. It's also awesome involving your children & not sugarcoating the process.

[@jarradmoore6939]

It comes from Tesco

[@comtek942]

Enjoyed the video of the pigs and goats and sheep. Your kids are anxious to help, no doubt from your example. Every time I watch your videos I think of the many pioneer families and their hard work which built the country. Love the harmony between the two of you. I grew up on a farm as well. A good life! Thanks, Jim, TN

[@SMichaelDeHart]

Ellie was so cute with the baby goat. Love the kids being involved in the entire homesteading process.

[@johnny6385]

well omg your family videos are the best ever, to me watching a family working together everyone needs too see the joy on the kids faces helping out is amazing, thank you for the wonderful videos the camera work and the music as well are amazing ....again thanks for sharing..

[@pamelaatkinson5710]

I know you are young but still, it is amazing how much you WORK each and every video!!! Taking care of the animals and the barn would be a full day for most people and now you are going to work on the house! When you work on the house you don't just put in a window or three or more, you caulk, insulate, paint etc. And you don't look exhausted. You are truly blessed. Great example and inspiration.

[@thebeardedone1225]

Thanks for allowing the world a little peek into your families life. Both of you are terrific parents, and its always refreshing to see children raised by those with morals and values worthy of praise. Kudos to you all, and sending much favor to you and yours.

[@gregbeel284]

Very hard day, and I am sure with lots of tears. You could see the tenderness of your son's heart as he was communicating his feelings. Very precious! You did a good job of explaining and helping him through it, as I am sure you both did with all your children. Blessings to you as the high times, and hard times of farm life continue...

[@jaynejmj1286]

Your family is the future of our country! God’s continued blessings upon you! Thank you for the videos, I’m living my dream through you! ❤️🙏🏼✝️🇺🇸💥

[@chriswhitehead8746]

Aww god bless ur lil man face was holdin the tears back soo cute

[@evalinawarne1337]

I PRAY for you. It HURTS YOU YOUNG MAN to see your pigs leaving you. I am VERY PROUD of what your parents said of you and your brother. That you LOVE the PIGS and GAVE them the BEST of the BEST. You both took very GOOD CARE of them. You're VERY MATURE in so many ways that I SEE and your FAMILY.GOD BLESS YOU. You have a HEART of GOLD. I LOVE WATCHING your VLOG. You HAVE a GREAT FAMILY. SEE YOU NEXT TIME. YOUR home is BEAUTIFUL. YOU'RE GREAT BUILDERS. THANK YOU for SHARING your life wirh us. Your little sister is so CUTE. Holding the babies and helping to feed them. I love when she CALLS MOMMA while she brings them their food. SHALOM. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU. Chow. LIVING in MICHIGAN We got 6 inches of snow yestetday (11/11). 🀄🔯🌹🌹🐐🐐🐄🗽🐣🐥🍄👍👍👍👍👍🐦🍄🍄🌹🌹🔯🀄

[@Steve-od6hi]

Yes, my heart bonded with the little guy, part of growing up and this video will be great for the memories. Keep on being strong! Loved seeing all the children and their responses and so proud of the oldest son as well.

[@lorcathecrazy5331]

Even for adults it is sometimes difficult to slaughter your own animals. I think it really puts into perspective the whole where you food comes from process. There is huge difference in respect as compared to someone who thinks meat comes on little plastic trays. And then throw out a freezer full, because it was freezer burnt. Even the processing plants will waste a million pounds of meat and think nothing of it. Because they contaminated it, by touching it. No one cares about the 1,000s of animals that lived and died so a corporation can make products fast and cheap.

[@maryborey5015]

I would love not to kill the animals and to keep it, but I understand that it is a farm

[@terrimccullough724]

Little guy broke my heart

[@preemptivestrike6465]

This episode brings back lots of memories about the time when I was a kid and my father used to raise pigs. I used to feed them most of the time and they became sort of pets. We would raise 2 pigs each year and they even had names. I knew they were meant to provide us meat for the winter and I also knew there was no other way. We used to have lots of chickens too and my father taught me how to slaughter them, pluck the feathers and butcher them. It all may seem cruel to some, but that's just the way life is. I like that you preserve an old natural way of getting food and that you teach your children the basics of surviving and thriving through hard labour.

[@KinuGrove]

I love to see how responsible you are with your animals. We raised sheep and chickens when I was your boys age. Farming is a great way to teach kids about the value of working hard.

[@RawBeautyKristi]

I will admit .. I cried through the whole video, while it is terribly sad what inevitably has to happen, i so appreciate your perspective on their peaceful, happy lives while you have them. I think if more people adopted your mindset and lifestyle there would be a lot less suffering in the world. 💕

[@jonathanmcelveen1749]

"If more people valued home, above gold, this world would be a merrier place..." :) We should all live like hobbits.

[@deborahsimmons2414]

Wow listening to Kayden, hopefully I am spelling that right, brought down some tears. You are a really beautiful family and it’s a joy to see, that’s what brought some tears. Living our best lives everyday is what matters most to families and yours is a huge inspiration. Thank you for sharing.

[@MarkJohnson-kq1tw]

I have to say I'm so impressed with the two of you. Building your own house is difficult enough, but raising all of your children so successfully and taking us through the process of butchering your pigs and the manner in which you address it to your kids. Awesome job. I'm sure you'll have your fair share of haters, but don't let it get to you. Really, really great job. Keep it up.

[@deanoloughlin6504]

Love watching your channel.. watching you build your home , raise a family and let alone raise your own food . You both are not just old school ways but modern/future thinkers. I’m know there’s a lot more going on with everything , the building, family, farm and life in general but , you’re moving along with your life goals and raising a Home & Beautiful Family together . Thank you for helping me feel that even at 54 yrs old there’s still hope that dreams can come true . Love Ya’s

[@673Piper]

So impressed. You're good people and great parents.

[@juanmafnas2765]

You and your family do an amazing job not only with building your home but taking excellent care of the animals that you are raising! I remember growing up how we raised our own chicken, pigs and two cows and felt bad when we had to harvest them. But like you said, it was less stress on the animal when it's done at home and done quickly. Thank you for all that you do to include your sons and daughter in taking care of the animals.

[@TheWildWondersSA]

After two months I have now binged watched every single episode from you guys! I just love your channel. Massive fan from South Africa. :)

[@nathanstevens5550]

Hey, another South African!

[@vivaldi1236]

Applause to your humanitarian treatment of your pigs. Your wood container is most creative. As a retired Clinical Psychologist, it’s good to hear your son talk about 2 conflicting feelings. Yall are doing a wonderful job with the children.

[@joeyholloway322]

I was just thinking I bet y’all build stuff in yalls dreams as much as y’all do construction lol .. side note props for raising your animals with love before ending them ! Respect and cheers

[@BrianBriCurInTheOC]

Thank You for your wonderful family and sharing your journey with us. TY that you are hell bent on sheltering you family in an honest, true, and accurate story. I pray for your safety, health, and success!!!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Nothings ever easy there’s always hardship but it will be worth it

[@addiehumphries6552]

Do you need another comment telling you guys how amazing your family is? Hell yeah you do! You guys are just awesome. You're loving the life you're living! Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@jhanelmirafuentes9729]

What a perfect match. Erin the farmer and josh the builder.❤️

[@bradvaughan3658]

The interviews with your kids are awesome. I think it’s so important that they understand from a young age where their food comes from and how important it is to give the animals a good life. The babies are beautiful to.

[@blankslate6590]

If you could figure out a way to harness the energy in that little girl's smile you wouldn't need solar panels.

[@mrmojorisin724]

They are living the best life

[@gbond1010]

Blankslate, that comment was so proper.

[@Jeff-xn1ew]

Well said!!

[@blankslate6590]

@@mrmojorisin724 Literally the Kingdom is on their land.

[@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto]

Amen!

[@wayneleamon3186]

Your little girl is a doll. When she was living in the baby lambs, it really touched my heart. Then Josh gave her kisses on her head. He must be a super dad. I can tell that little girl has stole her daddy's heart. You all with the entire family in this video was heart warming. What a wonderful family you are; I loved it.

[@tinaholman8331]

Always a pleasure! Your kids are amazingly grounded, great parenting!

[@mauriceryton]

Your compassion is awesome, passing on that compassion and seeing that your kids understand where their meat comes from is such a great life lesson for them. Super job by mum and dad.

[@ThatIsJustCrazyTalk]

Talk about arctic blast. I live in south-central Illinois and when I got up this AM it was 3 degrees ☹️. On top of about 4” of snow yesterday-double☹️. Great vid though, thanks for warming up my day a bit.

[@bsilano]

I only eat meat and this was sad and beautiful at the same time. Made me cry but, since eating meat only I am getting over being sick and almost feel normal again. You taught your children so wonderfully the two of you are the greatest!

[@cabronaymedia9791]

I literally cried. You have a beautiful family. This is my dream life. 😍

[@stevedoran3631]

I have been watching your vlogs since you cleared the ground for your house but didn't quite realise the depth of your commitment to your lifestyle... watching this video lifted my respect and admiration for you guys even more!.... seems I have many more videos to watch and enjoy....

[@oldblackdot]

Talk about role models, look at these guys.

[@tj-kv6vr]

yes i agree. it saddens me though that these folks represent a smaller part of America then i would wish

[@lorcathecrazy5331]

The pigs get loaded onto a trailer, and the rest of the video shows off young farm animals. The circle of life. And the true meaning of self reliance and personal responsibility.

[@laurietuttle3796]

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[@richardanderson4916]

Agreed

[@자작나무-m8o]

아이들은 어릴때부터 자연속에서 동물들과 같이 뛰어놀고 엄마 아빠의 일손을 돕고 초지를 가꾼뒤 건초를 만들어서 수확한뒤 창고에 가득가득 쌓아놓고 겨울양식으로하고, 보기에는 목가적인 삶이 아름답게 보이나 실제 해보면 힘들고 고된 노동입니다 두분 모두 항상 웃음을 잃지않고 열심히 사시는 모습에서 건강하고 행복한 삶을 엿볼수 있으며 보는이로 하여금 감동을주며 어떻게 살아야 후회없는 삶인지 다시한번 깨우쳐주는 영상입니다 항상 건강하시고 아이들도 건강하게 잘자라길 응원합니다

[@thelastbandicoot]

The first job since the beginning of time was when Adam named the animals, and became their caretaker on this Earth. It's nice to see that same spirit still alive and continuing that work today

[@davestake44]

You’re raising your kids in a great way they will appreciate what you have done for them , thank you for the videos I really enjoy watching them .

[@mje19D]

It's great that you are spreading awareness.

[@bennyboy4800]

Raising your own meat .. big big well done .. I hope lots of other people follow your good example which is truly AMAZING . really I am so proud and happy of you guy doing this .....and even thinking about how the animals feels .. makes me so HAPPY .. Thankyou ... HAPPY .. you made my day, please keep it up

[@randomhobbies5796]

Props to you guys.. I couldn't do it... Simply cause every animal in my life becomes a pet

[@afriedli]

I'm fortunate to have had farmers on both sides of my family. When you've had practical experience with livestock you come to understand they are not pets and shouldn't be treated or regarded as such. They are not raised, fed and looked after to die of old age. The important thing is to have Josh and Erin's attitude - respect and gratitude.

[@afriedli]

@Nonya Bizness Very reassuring to hear you've worked out you are in the 10%. Well done on your achievement!

[@afriedli]

@M Mac My fellow countryman, Winston Churchill kept pigs, and once observed, "dogs look up at you, cats look down on you - only pigs look man in the eye." Nevertheless, human beings are an omnivorous species. Generally, people who are squeamish about livestock farmers keeping pigs are orgasmic about cheetahs eating gazelle alive. I put this down to self-loathing.

[@afriedli]

@Nonya Bizness "i am sooo proud!!" I know.

[@BrynnCarrollARTIST]

I wouldn't have animals for this reason. I couldn't do it because they would become my pets. I have never understood how certain animals like cats and dogs are higher on the survival list while others like pigs and cows are slaughtered. I do respect others ways of life I just know I could not do it.

[@danielmontesano6159]

You guys Rock. you are truly living the dreams of many! I see the main engine behind all this to the wife. The power of a visionary and family-oriented woman. that is the true secret behind the greatness of the country.

[@tillotsa]

I am a vegetarian but you showed the other side splendidly. Awesome children.

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

thank you ❤

[@pyroboobysmith359]

@@WildWonderfulOffGrid Yup, and you do not have to justify survival.

[@jonathanweimane6926]

"other side" like we where a different species... 🤦‍♂️

[@RockStarVee]

@@jonathanweimane6926 no, other side, like vegetarian/meat-eater. :)

[@Simmons2358]

Vegetarians are plant haters.

[@paulbirkholz4927]

It is so nice to see how you both are with your children, teaching them and comforting them, you are good parents. I really enjoy your channel.

[@clarelove3738]

At least your children will grow up knowing where food comes from. So many nowadays have no clue how meat "arrives" in the shop. 👍

[@yegorvolhv]

Completely agree.

[@omerhabib7697]

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[@jackel440]

Both of you are doing a fabulous job teaching your kids and raising your animals. Keep up the good work

[@amsohn1]

Way to go!! Love that your children see life and death and the whys!! Praying for y'all Blessings

[@re33ce]

How lovely to watch a family, connect on every level, your respect for all of your livestock is breathtaking, your a credit to your family and country ❤️❤️

[@greenpad]

Oh you're making me miss my daughter when she was that age. So cute!

[@yellowmustanglover]

You guys are Great! Great little family and you will reap from all of your work and sacrifices. Family is the best thing in life. I've lived without Satellite TV and Cable for over 10 years. I don't owe anyone any money. I live in a Suburb and will retire this August coming. I have worked in carpentry for over 40 years and manufacturing. Your house design and all of your work is excellent. You take care and pride in making everything done well. I respect that. I have found you but a week ago and have seen almost all of your videos. Wishing you the best! Love your Attitude on life. God bless you and your lovely kids!

[@fukyoindigoblossoming5087]

I'm Buddhist, as we believe there are two functions in life to procreate or sustain other life. So a plant sustains life as well as a pig. There is no difference, for both we are taking life. This is the function to sustain others. I love that you try to eliminate the stress and that death is part of life that you don't shield the children from. I do believe fear, etc transfers to the meat. Keep going with all your compassion and openness. Love authentic people with heart.

[@thegratefulsteve]

Unnecessary killing and exploitation of other species. Breeding animals for the purpose of exploiting them. Morals stooped in ancient times does not justify commodifying others in today's society. The Buddhist would do well to adapt to the changing times. Dairy is also exploitation and is unnecessary. Veganism is the way to live that is most representative of Buddhist principles.

[@ЗахарБлинов-д3ч]

Когда на тебя смотрят такие полные теплых чувств, лучистые женские глаза - ВСЕ ПРОБЛЕМЫ ЭТОГО МИРА становится в "очередь для лёгкого решения" ! Удачи ВАШЕЙ СЕМЬЕ!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

We had some American Guinea hogs..made a video processing and smoking one....my opinion is that we should have gotten regular hogs instead.....same amount of work to process but much less meat in the end..... I hope you guys get a chance to come down for a visit when we do our next hog processing! As always guys! Love the videos and the positive attitude! Wooooo!!

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

You are absolutely correct that you get more meat off of full size hogs. I love to make soap and enjoy both the amount of lard that the AGHs give and also their small size/demeanor makes them easy for the boys to work with. We would love to travel down and take part of one of your hog processing days!

[@ronalddelong2190]

You're both great parents. The circle of life must be taught and experienced in order for us to fully appreciate the life we ourselves are blessed with. You have a beautiful family and farm. Wishing you all the best!

[@bullus41]

After this is all complete, I've mentioned to you before, a plot of your land should be used to grow hemp for your fuel and feed for your animals, maybe a small portion to sell. You won't regret it.

[@loraineleuschke4186]

You guys are doing it right. Just do the best you can and accept that every situation ain’t gonna be perfect. You guys got this. Happy future building.

[@rodpasichnyk9140]

One of the best shows on the tube!

[@dgr8t1]

Good to see Josh not so hard ass!- take time to document those tender moments so they can always see it long after you’ve gone or remember! You guys are a true powerhouse! Good on folks for raising em right!,

[@johnviewer2305]

I've heard it called "freezer camp"...lol

[@foxglove8836]

I love the way you are so caring for your family and your Animals, call me a softy but It just warms my heart to see. I watch only 1 other vlog that care for there animals like you, good to see. Yes i know there for food but a little care does not hurt. Oh your little girl is a sweetheart, the way she hugs the baby's, Well done boy's for being brave. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@jessicagarrison1385]

I love that your responsible meat eater! One of the many reasons I enjoy your channel! Can your kiddos be any more adorable??!! 🥰 Thanks for another beautiful video.

[@JCrook1028]

I really hate the "responsible" term just because they live on a farm and raise their own animals. It's not like everyone has the option to raise their own animals for meat.

[@jessicagarrison1385]

@@JCrook1028 True. Not everyone has the option of raising their own meat. However, if your going to be a meat eater, be a responsible one by finding a local meat raiser, part take in the processing process, rent some land to hunt on, and so forth. Make an effort. EARN the meat you eat.

[@JCrook1028]

@@jessicagarrison1385 Yea, nice sentiment but it doesn't scale to feed the actual population. That's why we have large scale operations. Ideally yes I agree with you, the fact is tho you cannot feed our world's population that way. Facts matter.

[@jessicagarrison1385]

@@JCrook1028 then go without. 😊 Nice chatting with you JC1028. Take it easy.

[@JCrook1028]

​@@jessicagarrison1385 Lol, that's your response when presented with facts? That's rather sad you're unable to discuss a subject in other than idealistic cases. Reality calls for more realistic discussions. And no btw, I won't be "going without" meat simply because I live in an urban area of more than 3.5 million people that doesn't have neighborhood farms and ranches. Florida is a cow-calf state. The primary cattle “crop” is calves which are shipped to other states to be finished and processed into beef. Florida’s dairies supply milk and dairy products which are mostly consumed in-state, creating cash receipts in excess of $400 million. Florida is home to over 100,000 dairy cows which produce over 2 billion pounds of raw milk annually. We do go to "U-pick" farms for tomatoes/strawberries/corn as those ARE grown locally. I also have citrus in the backyard.

[@ausbinpippin5411]

Happy to see that you include your children in the process. I grew up in the country where we raised nearly all of our food and was taught at an early age of how the food was provided.

[@TBPollock]

Your little girl, helping with the chores, is adorable; your middler, holding back his tears over the pigs, had me tearing up; and your oldest is growing like a weed. As for the necessity of sending the pigs to the butcher..................................TMI.

[@thomasspravka1370]

Well done my friends! Choosing this life is not easy and choices aren't taken lightly, but you guys are a great example of what it takes!

[@KenJ-61]

As a meatarian, no vegetable lives were taken in the making of this video.

[@jdub229r]

ken j Carnivore for life! You know how to tell when you meet a vegetarian, oh they'll tell you!

[@JoshManMate]

I'm a meat eater too but i'm also an adult & as a mature adult it's not hard to have a respectful & mature attitude, in fact it's second nature when it comes to the animals we eat. Perhaps you should seek more quality sources of nutrient dense meat, you may notice a positive result in the development of your arguably inferior brain & thus maturity/respect as a by product.

[@just-dl]

Josh and Erin, I'm not very close to WV anymore...can you guys hug your kids for me? This is one precious video...you baby girl with the baby sheep & baby goat....that was just beautiful. And, your younger son working out the emotions of sadness and gratitude with the knowledge of a job well done. He's well on his way to avoiding the errors of sentimentality on the one hand, and callousness on the other. And your oldest helping on the building of the critter-hauler (and his own dealings with sadness/gratitude). Your children are just precious. Which brings me to you two wonderful young people! Your children didn't sprout out of the ground like this. I guess if you put so much compassion and care into raising livestock, it's no surprise you've invested so much (and so well) in your children. I noticed you dispense with the usual banter and poking of each other. Wasn't the day for it, was it? Nope. You guys have the smarts to know when to lay off the jabs...which means in about a week, you two will be putting in overtime on the little Debbie, and other such jokes. Give each other a hug from me as well. I can't tell you how glad I am to have run across your videos.

[@WildBoreWoodWind]

Baby goats are cuter, but I'm biased, being a goat farmer.

[@kennethschlegel3467]

Great video, love the whole family involvement in maintaining your farm. Hard reality that some livestock have leave for you to feed your family, but the reality of being farmers and self sufficient. Great learning experience for kids and those following your channel - love the content, keep it up.

[@stvsanders]

Butchers sometimes take a small “cut” of the meat for themselves which is hard to prove, but it reinforces that it is best to butcher them yourselves once you have the time.

[@x35mmman]

I was thinking the same thoughts but I live in Chicagoland area and everyone has their hands in your pocket in this area. You think in small town America this wouldn't happen but my gut tells me like you said they will take a small cut.

[@intsccents]

As a city boy raised in Los Angeles I am so impressed with both of you and the entire family.. this episode really hit home with what it means when we say farm to table ! We as city folk have no idea of the bonds that farmers and there families make with there livestock. It touched my hart when you talked with your boys about bringing the pigs to the butcher so that you would have food on the table from the efforts of raising and loving these animals , understanding that to do this the pigs they had raised and loved lives would be taken .This lesson is not just a lesson for your family but for all of us.. and you did this beautifully.

[@teresawoodruff1170]

Thank you for bringing your family to our wonderful state of west Virginia makes me proud to know there are people like you left in this world God bless your family and keep making me smile with every episode 😎

[@rbilardo47]

I enjoyed this video very much. Growing up in a city in the North, I realize now, just how much of life I missed. You guys brought so much love and understanding that you just don't learn anywhere but by doing. You are two lovely people and you have taught your children well, it's so nice to see the little one helping, she is so precious. God Bless y'all.

[@iamzon2635]

God Bless you & your Family....You live how life is supposed to be..& you give your livestock a healthy happy life..'preciate y'all

[@steakandeggscynthiar.7714]

I love the babies too, and so cute. The pig crate for hauling the pigs was well thought out. Good job. I love the way you get the children involved. Have a great day.

[@advforops]

I grew up on a small horse ranch and we were self sufficient cows. Chickens rabbits and geese and sheep. What a mad house it was but yet we could have not traded for anything. One reason I like watching your adventures brings back good memories. Keep it up and thanks

[@regmac64]

You are so right in what you are doing. The meat you have will be way better when you can do the whole process yourselves. People don't realize how adrenaline taints meat. You are doing a wonderful thing for your family. Good luck. 🇮🇪🍀

[@urbanindustrialworks5714]

I've spent the last 3 weeks watching from the beginning. I'm on the "Sheathing 20 Feet In The Air" episode, and it occurs to me that what I'm witnessing is one of the most inspirational things I've ever seen. You're touching lives with your commitment to your goals, your love for each other and those beautiful kiddos, and the light you shine on the path forward for everyone who's willing to take on the challenge of building something meaningful and worthwhile.

[@johnnymelendez4836]

Awesome teaching moment for us all. Nothing better than a whole family working and learning together. Thank you🎥. GOD BLESS YOU ALL😇

[@Vulcandream]

I really appreciate your attitude about a humane, thoughtful approach to raising livestock for family consumption. I wish all of us who eat meat could have better control of how the animals we eat are treated during their lives. Your kids are great, by the way!

[@maggiesue4825]

You guys are doing a super job with your children. Their compassion for the animals, and yet their understanding that this is all part of raising meat animals, shows how well you have taught them!