Winning, and FAILING at my FARM DREAM| New Year Goals for 2022 |How to Homestead for Beginners

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

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[@Becka034]

I just found you and I am a 51 yr old small one acre fulltime working outside the home homesteader, and I have been binging your videos! This hour was not long enough! I love what you are doing!

[@diannasoderholm1754]

I feel your pain on losing your Nana-I lost mine about 5 years ago and I miss her all the time. I have such good memories when I use some of the items I kept when she passed. She was a firecracker, had the most amazing giggle. I lost my dad several years ago to cancer and each one I lose takes a piece of my heart. My dad and I inspired each other with our homesteading dreams and I can still picture him on his tractor doing homesteading chores. But as I continue this journey-I know he is in heaven smiling down at me saying "you go girl!"

[@Taking_Back_Thyme]

Sweetheart, I totally get it. I am my family’s space cadet. I love exploring, learning, reading all about how my grandparents came here from Italy, bought an apricot ranch and had a homestead. Somehow, all of that knowledge skipped my parents’ generation and I picked up where my grandparents left off. My family thinks I’m a little “off”, and that’s ok. I’m also the one in my family who stopped going to church and still maintained a relationship with the Lord. I’m the one who is preparing and who is more in touch with the word of God than they are. They all think I’m nuts. And I could care less. So you just keep dreaming, visualizing that dream and doing the things that fill your heart with joy. Bless you🙏

[@stepfaniecoperude6769]

I'm so glad I found you. You mirror the same joy that I have when going back to the "old ways" of doing things. There's nothing like it! I'm learning so much from you. Thank you!

[@shanetn.1381]

Thank you so much, Cassandra! I'm so sorry to hear about your Nana. She must be so proud of the beautiful, inspirational soul you are. Here's to growing together in 2022. ❤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Shanet! Thank you for your sweet words. Yes, to me my Nana was the world!! I’m an old soul myself, so our relationship felt effortless. I’ll definitely toast to growing together in 2022! Blessings to you and yours. I so appreciate you!!

[@trishag7559]

Just found your channel this morning, and I am going through watching your video's. What a tribute to you Grandmother, I could see the love you have for her! I just love the quilts and crochet she made! Beautiful Treasures! Don't laugh, but I am just as sentimental as you are, of all the sweet little things I have from my grandparents a rusty bent nail from the boards of their old house and a plain old rock from their drive way are the two things I treasure the most!

[@rachelgonser8123]

Thank you for being you! Your passion and drive has inspired me to look at my apartment kitchen in a new way. 10 years ago I was that farm girl, I had an acre of garden that flourished, I canned, ground my own flour, and fermented. Every meal was made from scratch and most of our food was home grown or wild harvested, then I got divorced and moved into a city apartment, started school and refreshed my life in so many ways. Then one day I came across this beautiful soul on KZbin who said store bought canned tomatoes are a place to start when we are in limited spaces. She said it with joy, enthusiasm and logic. My brain went...wait! My perfectionist brain is holding me back from following my passions. So, thank you for being you and thank you for sharing your transformation journey with me!

[@SauerPatchGardening]

The quilts and scarf are beautiful keepsakes. Maybe someday you will want to wear that beautiful scarf. Crochet is an art and its lovely. I'm sorry for your loss❤

[@beckybarrett5783]

My heart goes out to you, Cass, for the loss of your Gramma. My last 2 decades have been a series of losses, even of my self due to a traumatic brain injury. The things you shared and are doing to honor your Gramma are the things that will keep her alive and real to you. The life you are living now in preparation for your homestead are actually great training for you. I have been off the grid for essentially 22 years, and I am still learning. I am going to be getting into the next level in '23, and I am thrilled to find you, as I will be studying your channel for some stuff, as well. Here's knowing our walks with God will take us higher and farther than we even dreamed. God bless you!

[@girlmeetsworld4062]

Cassandra, you continue to amaze me! I thank you so much for sharing your way of doing life. I've been binge watching your videos and am definitely enjoying your situation down chats. Your frugal mindset is very well received by so many of us and I truly appreciate it all. Thank from the bottom of my heart.

[@mollygardens6646]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! Keep your dreams alive by enjoying the process! Enjoy the small things like fresh herbs in a dish!

[@darbikeene1437]

I’m new to your channel and I recognize this is an old video so I’m not sure that you will even see this comment, but I just had to say thank you. Thank you for your authenticity, for showing your pure excitement about your craft, for being vulnerable and sharing the things that didn’t go the way that you hoped for. You radiant optimistic, positive energy and it’s inspired me to finally take the step to start homesteading.

[@joannemcmillan9201]

My mom was a garment sewer. My paternal grandmother was a quilter. Often the quilts in our home were patchworks of clothes my mom had made along with things we had outgrown. We used to sit in bed at night and pick out our favorite dress fabrics. Thanks for reminding me of that !

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Joanne! What a lovely memory, and tangible token from both your mother and grandmother. I most certainly think this quilts are even more special precisely because they are fabrics that had “lived” experiences from her home and my aunts and uncles. Like you, I think “patchwork quilts” store so much meaning! Thank you for sharing!

[@rosariodeamor2544]

I love your enthusiasm. I wish my girls felt like you. I get all excited learnings new ways to provide for my family.

[@Twintwo56]

What a loving tribute to your dear Nana! (Hugs) to you

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much!

[@Detroit_Kay]

Cassandra, watching you talk about your Nana broke my heart. When you started showing the quilts I almost lost it. My Gema made quilts with the same pink yarn ties. All at once my own grief and also love popped up out of no where. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@emekasearthgems3376]

I'm so sorry about your loss 💜 I have lost 4 close family members within the last year so I absolutely feel you right now. Blessings to you and your sweet angel 💜

[@lisamobley65]

I’m new to your channel and love your heart, honesty and tangible ideas to make homesteading a reality for us all. Thank you, Cassandra!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Lisa! Thank for for taking time to say hello! Admittedly, I was a bit nervous to share at first, but grief is something we all go through and I’ve met so many lovely friends through the channel. Hold on to your farm dream; in time it will come to pass! Have a lovely day!

[@catherinefrasier4051]

I'm so happy you took the time to share this video. I love your perspective, content and energy. I look forward to seeing you again this year!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Catherine! Always good to see you. When I saw I had rambled on for almost an hour I thought, "Goodness--who is going to sit through this!" I'm so excited about some of the canning, kitchen and gardening projects I'll be sharing. Blessings to you and yours in the coming year!

[@debramede3735]

I know that the loss of your Nana is so incredibly hard and painful. Nothing I or anyone else can say will take away that loss and pain. Yes, she is with our Lord and Savior. Please write all the memories that you have of your Nana, including her sayings and expressions, down. Add your pictures, too . These memories should never, nor will, they be forgotten. Your memories will be active reminders of a wonderful and blessed life. She must have been the most loving and caring and talented woman. You have been and continue to be blessed because of the love she obviously had for you and you for her. She clearly was so talented, and you got that gene for sure. You are blessed, so blessed.

[@pearlg6411]

Awesome video, as always! I love your focus, tenacity, adaptability, and "realness"- you don't despise humble beginnings and you take such joy in your accomplishments, and you should because you are crushin' it! At the risk of sounding like your mother:"I'm SO PROUD of you, dear"!! In terms of feedback, I love your gardening clips, but your unique canning recipes and your ease in front of the camera are real strengths. You really connect with your audience:your story would make such a great HGTV type reality show! Keep trusting your pace & process and keep flourishing (that's the word the Lord spoke to me about you when I was watching this video- so flourish, flourish, FLOURISH in Jesus' name). This is going to be a great year for you-just keep going... it's all coming together. It's a living testimony to others to see someone pursuing their dreams in spite of all that's going on around us. You have some interesting and well rounded future goals- just go for it! We all look forward to watching.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Pearl! I have been staring at your comment for the last 5 minutes wondering how to even reply! I do especially enjoy canning, it's my happy place--those videos and recipes will remain a staple feature of what I share. Tragically, canning (and food preservation in general) remains misunderstood and underutilized when it is (in my humble opinion) the ANSWER to stretching your dollars at the grocery store, reducing packaging waste, supporting local farmers, eating healthier and man...I'm finally cooking from scratch meals without loosing my mind (or lots of time). Canning has to make a comeback! Talking in front of the camera has definitely felt more natural as I see repeated names on my videos. I know that the Lord will bring things to pass in his timing but in all things I will remain content (Philippians 4:12) , and until such time as I have exhausted my little 'stead in the city, I'll be fitting in my farm dream in the "in betweens" and happy to meet friends like you that are genuine. I receive the word "flourish" for this year ! Thank you so much, Pearl! Blessings to you and yours in the coming year! xoxo Cassandra

[@zeldawilliams4129]

It is such a joy watching Cassandra's videos. Her enthusiasm is so infectious. And at 55 years of age, I am learning skills that actually saves me money. May the Lord bless you and your family abundantly. With lots of love from South Africa ❤

[@joannathesinger770]

I'm so sorry for your loss! I'm 64, and lost my first grandfather at 3.5 years old, and my last grandfather at 29, and my grandmothers at 13 and 16. Cherish every memory!!! I now do LOTS of genealogy and am grateful for any snippet of knowledge I can learn about any of my ancestors. At the same time, I spend as much time as possible with my own two grandchildren, and making positive memories.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you, JoAnna, her loss has been difficult, but you are so right, Cherish every memory!! It is wonderful to see how you’re honoring their legacy through genealogy (something Im now newly curious about with the info we have) and yes, loving even more the time I have with my loved ones. I appreciate that you shared this with me.

[@nharber9837]

Love what you said about not waiting until you have a ton of land to grow food and learn preservation techniques. If you have been working on your skills in order, you’ll be able to do so much, and get right to enjoying your properties and realizing your vision. You’re also more likely to build a garden space that does what you need if you have a better idea of which plants need what. Can’t really get that without some experience.

[@cindysmithlucinda6369]

Hi Cassandra. I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m 72 years old. I lost my Grandma Pearl 30 years ago this month. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of her and miss her and wish she was still here. I cannot wait until we are together again. The pain of life without her doesn’t get any less, but in many many ways, she is still always with me. I’m so sorry for your loss and I so identify with you about your Nana. But Grandma Pearl would not like it if I were to dwell on the sadness and forget the Joy of this life. When people say things like “she will always be a part of you”, I don’t know if they understand the depth of the meaning of that phrase. In reflective moments like this, I can literally feel my Grandma in my heart. Literally. I just discovered your videos and your blog and I enjoy you and your content so much. I look at you as one of the True Pioneers of The New Earth that your generation is creating. Your Nana I know will be watching you and loving you with so much pride. And yes, she WILL always be a part of you. So much love to you Cassandra.

[@tammy2813]

Such a tribute to your grandparents! Displaying their things is so sweet and I love the quilts. Reminds me of my own great grandmother who we always took her clothes that were past handing down to others . She would take them and make the patchwork quilts. They were not competition worthy for the quilters society of today but they were functional and kept you warm in the winter. Love your caring spirit and your videos! Memories of your grandmother will get you thru and you will smile when you see things that remind you of her! Blessings!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Tammy! Thank you for your sweet words, and yes, you are spot on with the purpose of the quilts she made. I've always loved them must because they were the work of her hands and the fabrics had built in memories from my uncles, aunts, and dad wearing them. I miss them both so very much, but you're right, have this display has been comforting. Thank you for such kind words and sharing memories of your sweet great grandmother.

[@terrifromtennessee8864]

I have a small place with a few chickens and ducks. In the past had a large garden. Now l am going through a divorce and am struggling with Covid after effects. When l get down and feel overwhelmed and feel like l am not strong enough to run this farm by myself l watch your videos. You inspire me and give me hope that l can do this. There are truly angels amongst us. You help so many with your positivity. Thank you

[@gardenstatesowandsew]

I’m so sorry. I really do know how you feel. I lost my little brother (Glioblastoma) and my dad six months apart. I lost my mom a couple years ago. I’ve had such a hard time. I feel very much like you. Hugs to you. You’re not weird at all. My family pressed their roses in their Bible. I’m a quilter. I absolutely love scrap quilts! I love all kinds but there is something so special about the scrap quilts. Especially from loved ones cloths. I’m actually making a scrap quilt with everyone’s clothes. It has been so therapeutic along with my seedlings. Your grandmothers quilts are so precious. I’m near the Jersey Shore. Cherish your memories with your Nana on the Eeastern shore. Remember that they’re definitely all still with us 💗 thank you for everything. I love my canning journal 💗💗💗 Spoil yourself and take care. That’s very interesting about the linen. I want the real linen sheets on my bed lol.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Robyn! Apologies for the delay in returning a reply. I am so sorry to hear about your losses as well. The heaviness of a broken heart makes you feel as if you're walking through cement. I aspire to be a quilter one day, but until then I very much enjoy being able to have well loved quilts from my grandmother. We are nearly neighbors! I am so pleased you enjoy the canning journal. I"ll be adding to it soon so look out for additional templates/formats you may enjoy. Thank you so very much for your kind words! It means so much to me!

[@tammynevil7852]

I love that you celebrate wins and lessons learned, BOTH have much importance

[@GRAMMAWSgarden]

This video felt just like having a chat with a close girlfriend. By the way I steam can and pressure can in my Instant Pot Max. Super fast, super safe. I now have 3 instant pots to do largrr batches and to cook in one while canning in others.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Donette! Aww, I’m so glad to hear this. What a WONDERFUL idea to operationalize your canning! I’m noting this down to try because I already have an instant pot--thank you for sharing! As my canning has scaled Im definitely using the rest of winter to get equipment I’ll need for the heavy summer season. Blessings to you and yours in the new year!

[@WorkingTowardsImprovement]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Just an FYI none of the electric canners are approved. Just thought I would let you know!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

@@WorkingTowardsImprovement You are 100% right. I will use an instant pot to full cook my food, but stick with an actual steam canner for preservation purposes. Excellent distinction.

[@GRAMMAWSgarden]

I only use Instant Pot Max. It is tested on the Rose Red Homestead channel.

[@ItsAlwaysSummer]

I have the instantpot max too, Donette. Rosered Homestead did a great test and showed the results. Still makes me nervous but all pressure canning does.

[@suzannekearns5503]

For some reason, I'm not being notified when your videos come out, but I'm glad I happened upon this one. First, I'm really sorry about your Nana. Also, your enthusiasm is contagious, and I'm convinced that you will be able to do whatever you set your mind to! Now, I'm off to look for other videos that I've missed!

[@laureengetskow6579]

I was so close to my grandparents & lost my grandfather(last grandparent) 2 years ago. It’s amazing what love can do… Although he had Alzheimer’s, he never forgot me. I was his “ducky” I will forever cherish my grandparents & the all the memories. I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s raw & hard while you are grieving. I pray you heal in your own time. Your channel is amazing & I love your enthusiasm for homesteading where you are at, land or not. Blessing from CO 💙💛🤍❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Laureen! I can’t tell you how much your sharing means to me. Grandparents are such treasures! While my nana didn’t have Alzheimer’s, a disease that is so rough while your loved one is alive, I can completely see how the strength of your relationship endured. What a testimony of the special place you held in his heart. “Ducky” is such a sweet nickname❤️. You’re right, grieving is hard (like walking through cement). I appreciate your support so much. I’m truly just a gal with a dream (we all are in our own way) chilling away day by day. Blessings to you and yours in the year ahead. We’ve got this!

[@peggycarey5057]

I just enjoyed this video so much! You are such a treasure and I hope you know what you shared and have shared already is held sacred to me and so many here. I Am so grateful to you for your channel and am so inspired and, Even better, always filled with joy afterwArds! Thank you so much for all you do to create these wonderful videos! They are such a bright spot! Please accept my condolences for the loss of your beloved grandmother. I’m sure she’s smiling down from heaven at you!! Thank you again.💐

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Peggy! I appreciate your heartfelt words more than you know. The last few months have felt like I’ve been walking through cement. I’ve also been blown away by the care and community I’ve experienced sharing my excitement around preservation and my homestead dream. There are so many becoming a farm girl and I’m lucky to be meeting you! I’m grateful for the many years I had with my Nana and I know that her spirit, words, and love will never leave me. Blessings to you and yours in the year to come! Take good care, friend!

[@sharonmckee2403]

Grandparents are all special. It is hard to loose those who are close to you. Thank you for discussing the gardening issue. I garden in containers…. Spending money on dirt… pots… fertilizer…. Seeds seeds seeds, plants… when I could go to the farmers market snd get produce! Of well, I do enjoy it. I feel like I have really met you today. I’m new since Cannuary” … thanks . I don’t have a “circle” of likeminded folks…. It will come.

[@sonyaklein3601]

Honey your family and grandparents obviously made you the woman you are today, and you will never lose them spiritually as they are a part of you and now they are with the lord. God bless you and have a good day😇

[@claudiachouest6360]

I found you today through going down the fermentation rabbit hole. I believe we’re lost soul sisters! Canning, fermenting, gardening, tea time, flea markets and ALL the stuff!! I love love love your channel. Now I’m binge watching. ❤️

[@katskills5560]

I know the feeling of canning and dehydrating your own food! It’s makes making dinner so easy!

[@gloria2619]

I lost my mother last year. I'm old and it's a loss at any age. Taking care of her for her last year I had to travel to distract myself from spending every day with her. It helped with the transition. Just know the Bible says people sleep until Christ returns. It also says a person can go anywhere after death that they left body fluids in life. So she can visit you anytime if she's ever been to your place and used your bathroom. Lol She left so much of her heart and wisdom with you. Just know Love and souls Never die. Her Love is with you forever.

[@lindaminor1985]

Enjoy everyday as you continue going toward your dream. Amen❤😊

[@julietietje9422]

I’m admiring your transparency and the things that bring you Joy! I’ve lived on our homestead l, and I use that term loosely, for 10 years. We raise a small flock of chickens for their eggs and love them! I’ve had a large garden, a small garden and currently no garden. However, you have so inspired me to get out my canner and learn to use it! Then just last weekend I was gifted with my sweet Aunt Helen’s 1971 Presto canner as well! Hubby is going to create an outdoor canning space for me under the cover of our new carport. I’m so excited as canning on our smooth top electric stove is a challenge to keep the temps and pressure where I need them! I lost my grandmothers in my late teens and my mother when I was 31 with 3 young kiddos so I missed out on a lot of that female influence in my kitchen as an adult (I’m nearing 62) but KZbin has become my classroom! People like you who pour their heart into their content for people like me are such a blessing of the Lord! Please keep going! Please continue to share your story, your testimony and your infectious JOY! ❤🎉

[@emekasearthgems3376]

I loved this video! I am definitely reflecting and planning, too. Thanks for sharing 💜 As for feedback, I wouldn't change a thing! I love your style and energy, and I learn a lot from you. Keep being you 💜💜

[@shellakers10]

Ahhhh. I think I've only been watching and listening to you today and I'm so glad I found your channel! Your dreams aren't just fairy tales. I can see in only 1 day that you are unstoppable! You have this farm girl way of life in your heart and you don't mind doing the work or research needed to achieve. I have 100% faith that you and your husband will be there soon! I can't imagine the people who think you're strange for doing some of these things.... especially now. We've all seen the writing on the wall. We (me absolutely) should have been paying attention to our parents and grandparents when they tried to teach the things you talk about! Instead, I probably rolled my eyes and wished they'd stop talking. Ugh. I could shake that kid version of me for thinking anything was more important. Now, I'm soaking up as much as I'm able to put in my head. I'm trying to teach my 20 something age daughters so that the art doesn't die or teach them how to be self sufficient if there isn't a grocery store to shop at. I, for the most part, get the same eye rolls I dished out when I was young. But again, they been raised to be hard workers and to not ever be entitled BUT they've also been raised to expect grocery deliveries or door dash. 🤔 it's not going to be overnight that we (my generation) repair the false security we've instilled in our kids. You are a hundred steps ahead of the door dads crowd and I, for one, can't wait to learn more from you! Thank you for sharing all of this!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Michelle! Aww, your words are so encouraging! I know that in God's timing, things will work out. To be sure, I'm not talking about a large farm, just a few acres, a jersey cow, chickens, and room several in ground gardens. Thank you so much for joining me along the journey. Every little bit truly helps.

[@meadowgrovegirl4397]

So very happy I found your channel! Love your energy and passion...you've sparked me to try more things this year, as I have lost some of my homesteading fire! Keep on keeping on...❤️

[@tammywisdom3701]

Broke my heart hearing about your loss. She sounds like a beautiful lady, cherish the memories ❤️

[@tawanajackson5545]

Our Hearts and Prayers are with you and your family. Blessed Be My Sister ❤❤

[@ElizabethKilbride]

So sorry for your loss of your Nana. Keep up the smiles as she would have wanted you to carry on with her legacy of being a strong woman with goals and desires for a bright future. Fulfill your dreams with her standing beside you in spirit.Use some of her recipes in your canning projects.

[@Frdunsing]

Beautiful legacy of your grandmother.

[@marydahlheimer3477]

My mother passed away in 2021 a well. She was also born in 1932. I find emptiness at the oddest times. Bless you. And I just started watching you today. I am from Frederick, military BRAT and Veteran. Thank you for your sacrifice and your husbands service.

[@allthinghomewithlynn]

I’m a newbie to your channel and I am enjoying getting through lots of your videos. We’re close neighbors I’m in New Jersey and I share a lot of your ideas and goals. This particular video was a complete inspiration for so many things I want to get into from vertical guarding to making tinctures to try new things in my canning process and so much more. Thanks for sharing and being so real.💕🌺💐🌸

[@jacquelinemorgan5463]

So sorry for your loss. Different IS alright sometimes, especially in your case. You have great ideas! Keep up the good work! God bless!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Jacqueline! Thank you so much for your condolences. And, I couldn't agree more about being different :) I do appreciate your encouraging words. Blessings to you and yours in the coming year!

[@marinaridley4186]

12:50 EST 11/15 Yesterday I just happened across your channel, and commented to my daughter that I found a great source of information, inspiration, and goodness. I really dug your content. Then came this video today, as I laid on my bed napping on my day off. I heard your sorrow from the deepest recesses of your heart. Then a bit later I hear you giggle sweetly at the promise of your healthy providing pantry. Kind, sweet girl. You are precious. Grandma (may she rest in peace) is definitely proud of you. Sending you tight hugs from New York.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Marina! Your virtual hug warmed my heart this afternoon after work. I miss both of my grandmothers so much, but loosing my Nana last year still feels incredibly fresh. This video and my pantry tour are two of the most raw videos I've shared here on the channel. I am thankful that I have been met with incredibly kindness here on youtube which gave me the guts to be a bit vulnerable. I do not take your kindness for granted. Sending you love, right back, from Maryland! Here's my pantry tour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWO7pJWunK2gd6s

[@missjunesgarden5288]

So sorry for the loss of your nana. Sending you lots of love 💕 thank you for this. It’s good to be reminded that we should live a life of satisfaction right now. I’m nowhere near having my backyard farm, but I’m trying to use every season to get as close to that from where I’m at right now. Which requires me to be intentional and strategic with my growing! Your channel is lovely!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello blackgirlcrazed! Welcome! There are so many other lovely becoming farm girls here on the channel. I appreciate your condolences more than you know. And yes, it is possible to start living portions of your dream even now. No day is promised and life is ever changing, joy can be had in the journey! Thanks for saying hello! Take good care!

[@0122Tamara]

Sorry for your loss, I enjoy your sharing, and being real, God bless you, Cherish those memories, and don't be afraid to revisit the places you both enjoyed. hugs.

[@neilmunro6683]

Hi from the Scottish Highlands. I trained as a chef.. Water bath /Steam canning/ and pressure canning was not a part of the food preservation method being taught.. I needed convincing for sure!! Having purchased 2 all American canners and 2 steam canners I have found the cooking pot for steam canning is more versatile and works well. The all American canner is a work horse for sure and saves time in the long run as a result of large batch canning.. Even as a BLOKE it is heavy for sure and as a result the all American cracked my infrared cooking plate!!.. Kindness your way.. Lochness Scottish Highlands..

[@Liya_Marie]

Honey as a black woman it’s great to see you doing the work☺️. I grew up gardening and I’m a country girl from the city 😂. Gardening is my passion & I will have a fiber farm when it all boils down🙌🏽. I can’t wait to see your quail journey. Love the channel❤❤❤

[@lindajackson2059]

It like listening to you because you love to cooking and enjoy gardening. my daughterIs hate cooking gardening etc…. . Who also appreciates the knowledge of the older generation. You are the daughter I wish I had 😂. You are old school so real I adore you. Your mother and father did a good job

[@ttschrock7126]

You really are one of my favorite KZbinrs. Thanks for all you do! I love canning, and fermenting, and I too... wish I had a homestead. But in my way, it is a homestead. God Bless.... love you and your amazing parents.

[@lindaa1148]

One item you can add to the sustainability list is saving seeds from the items you grow. Open pollinated and heirloom seeds are very easy to save. Sorry about your grandmother. Really enjoy your channel.

[@deborahelliott8460]

Pray for this heat wave, some folks are out of power during this time, and pray for us to gain strength from each other. I know what its like to have someone pass away. You will get to see them again since they are with the Lord. You showed me a few things in a video over making stuff with leftovers, and things we would normally throw out as trash. I started a farm, but well my family stopped supporting that without saying anything. So as we go, I became diabetic, and they don't want to learn about that either, so I am on my own with the farming so I can maintain my sugars. They eat what I cannot, so I can only cook for myself and then they complain about that, but then I told them its diabetic foods. They won't eat it. Its kinda crazy but hey, I get it. I bet you miss your granny very much. Im so sorry for your loss. You have some good memories however, and the cooking you did in the last video, awesome cooking recipes you said were from your granny. You sure make people feel welcome at home on this video. You keep making great videos and I know you are going to make it through. KEEP IT UP! Jesus Loves you!

[@christineayre796]

So cool that you have these beautiful treasures to help you have special memories of the swee4 people that are now with the Lord and in that great cloud of witnesses. I get the grief thing. My Mom, my best friend passed in January 2021 ❤

[@gardenstatesowandsew]

Awww you’re so welcome. I own my nuttiness too 😂 I’m an old soul. Always have been lol. Keep creating in all of the ways. It’s so fun. It cleanses and feeds our soul.

[@sharrilswindle752]

You have amazing memories with your Nana... Besides the greenstalks, I have also gotten Grow boxes ,like am earth box only better you only add water every so many days in a tube holds 4 gals...has its own fertilizer packs, and can get organic..2 cinde r blocks or 1 ,and set the boxes on boards across ,but you can grow bigger variety 6 plants per box and they have specials and you could even maybe be an affiliate..but we git our daughter 11 boxes ,she grew so much in Pennsylvania..and got her 2 greenstalks , we have 3 greenstalks and 40 grow boxes here in Central Florida..we live in a forest and the bugs are 🤪 Love my Rubbermaid brilliance containers , they are amazing.. can dehydrating eggs is good also for putting up some eggs.. I love how down to earth your channel is ..love watching your dream in movement.. I live herbs and love having non pharmaceuticals... teas ,tinctures, so many things to make ,it's amazing and got rain country's ,colloidal silver making set and got silver bars an false her copper colloidal set for skin creams.. Steam canning ,I got from when 1870s did it and homestead tessie..its awesome!! Love that item.. You have amazing enthusiasm!! I love seeing that, it's contagious, you get me thinking !! Oh Cassandra you will love the steam canner it was so simple and i really enjoyed using mine!!

[@melissacasler9017]

I recently started watching you and am binge watching! You are such a cheerful positive person!! you have cheered me up immensly! Thanks for what you do!

[@jennifermoncada738]

How in the world have I missed your channel 🤔 although a lil late, I’m here now and plan on sticking around for a while lol Sorry to hear about your loss of your nana ❤️ your display of your grandmothers quilts really pulled me in, I have a bunch of pre-cut fabric that my great grandmother passed down that I need to finish, just the thought of her cutting each square by hand, why let it sit in a box unfinished and go to waste 🥺thank you for making me put it higher on my projects list ❤️ thank you for sharing, you are such a breath of fresh air, look forward to binging all your content 👏🏼

[@sylviabeam8483]

Dear precious child, I'm so sorry you lost your nanna .I can tell you she is so proud of the beautiful woman you've become. Hold tight to your memories because that's one thing death can't take from you. Hold tight to your faith for I can promise you will see her again and what an adventure the two of you will have. She's happy and safe and is waiting for you. Now I lost a granddaughter and I was gannie. I live in NC and if your close to me I would love to be your friend. I could never replace your nanna but I would love to sit with you and hear you share your stories. I love your channel and learn so much from you. I'll continue to watch and learn from your videos but I want you to know your so loved. Stay beautiful you're a precious soul. May God keep you safe and well

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Sylvia! Please accept my apologies in replying to you so late. I am in tears reading your sweet, sweet message. I continue to miss my nana terribly, but all of what you shared is what keeps me going. I plan to visit her resting spot later this spring bring her flowers and picnic with her as we used to. I cannot imagine the sadness of loosing your granddaughter. The great hope of heaven at the end of this life is such a comfort. I am so happy to pass along what I have learned (as well as learn from other farm girls here on the channel). Finally being able to meet others, even in an online space, has blessed my heart so much. You have touched my heart deeply and I will remember (and revisit) your words of encouragement. HIS blessings to you and yours. God bless you, sweet friend!

[@sylviabeam8483]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl you don't owe me an apology I'm just glad my words helped you somehow . I'm excited for you about your picnic. Enjoy your memories. I truly enjoy watching you. You have a very special soul God truly blessed you and it shows on your videos. I hope you know how much you inspire others. I love you and pray God continues to hold you tight and keep you safe.

[@noble604]

Beautifully said. So kind. Thank you for posting this.

[@sylviabeam8483]

@@noble604 thank you. You must be a very special person yourself to appreciate kindness to another human being. Stay safe and well

[@eulagrace8250]

Blessing dear One! You are a blessing! Love your heart and channel. I live in a town house in Arizona and homestead as much as possible. I grow potatoes and lots of other stuff in the desert🏜️.🌱 Take good care of yourself!❤️🙏❤️

[@susan-almosta_farm8823]

I love your mindset!! And bless your heart loosing your Nana. I'm so sorry. I'm Nana to almost 14 grands and it's the best. All I have left is one brother and one aunt, BUT, I have 4 daughters, 4 sil's and all my grandbabies! God is good!! I live in NE TX on 2 acres and have been gardening for a few years. It's hard on my body but I love it so very much! I didn't start "homesteading" until my late 50's and admire so much all of you young folks getting into it at a much younger age. Y'all are so wise! So much I want to do and I try. I have some support but not like all in support. My husband's always saying, "if we were in our 30's, we could do this or that". And I'm always like, I can do it, I know I can! lol I don't watch any tv, just youtubers that garden and preserve and farm. You are such an inspiration to me! Your goals this year are exactly what some of my goals are, like the apothecary. I'm growing a lot of the flowers and herbs that will be needed to make home remedies. I read every book I can get my hands on to learn. Anyway, I'll stop rambling so I can watch some more of your vlogs. I've got chickens and meat rabbits I need to tend to soon. Love and blessings to you!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Even in our sadness, you said it Susan, God is good! What a joy to be rich in grandchildren and to have your children, a sibling and aunt in your journey. My husband is from TX and he'd like to see us return once he retires from the Navy. I admire you for chasing your farm dream outside of convention. In many ways, I feel that I am on a similar path and hearing your story ENCOURAGES MY HEART SO MUCH, dear friend! Thank you for sharing!

[@debramede3735]

This is so beautiful. Those quilts are gorgeous. I enjoy your posts so much.

[@rig2106]

Just talk to her and be peaceful, and listen. That's what I do. ✌️♥️

[@nancyperry9166]

I am so glad I have come across your channel! You have so much energy and motivate to do more. You are real and thank you!

[@kennethmitchell2785]

I love you. I love your motivation and attitude. I enjoy your content and I get ideas and inspiration from you. This stuff is gold. I look forward to watching you flourish and hope to see you realize your dreams.

[@yellownightjar]

Just love your enthusiastic attitude as catching. Love your videos

[@wildplumhomestead]

Let me first say I am so happy to see you posting again. I have so missed your videos. I am just now getting caught up on everything that I've ever subscribed to in the homestead community. The years just been crazy. My sincerest sympathy for your loss, March 14th will be 3-year point for passing of my Grams. So I totally get how you feel, she was my best friend especially through my high school years. But again I am so happy to see your goals going forward and it's motivating me to actually sit and contemplate those things. I need to be more deliberate and intentional with our plans. Because most of our homestead journey has been well this sounds good at the moment so let's do that. And I need to quit being as such. I'm so glad that you brought up community reliance and sufficiency because that is one of the things that is my end goal. Again I'm getting caught up on all your new stuff I'm so excited. I'll be commenting on something else soon.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Wild Plum! Girl, its so good to "see" you! I'll keep you in my prayers that the year slows down a bit for you. Thank you for your condolences and for sharing that you've experienced the same---its such as deep loss, especially since, like you, I was very close with my nana. Yes, the most satisfying part of my homestead journey this far has been meeting other farm girls, like you. While I want to learn tons of skills, I also know there's no way learn to do everything and there are things other do well for me that I want to support them in. I'll see you around the channel!

[@Thisisit120]

Prayers for you to find and purchase your farm soon.

[@mimicoffeeb]

My condolences to you, and your family. I very much enjoy watching your videos/vlogs. May you have a blessed and prosperous New Year! 😊

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you, Mimi! I will miss her terribly but I also have so many wonderful memories of my grandmother. Blessings to you and yours this year! I so appreciate your kind words and support!

[@rmlrhonda]

So sorry about your nana. Just found your channel. Enjoying it so much. Best wishes and hugs as you navigate your grief. ❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Aww, thank you so much Rhonda. I still miss her so very much, but I'm thankful we had such good times together.

[@gmahala3189]

I LOVE your videos and I thank God I found your channel! Because the things you share are exactly where I want to go.

[@freedomjam3670]

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. What a beautiful tribute to both of your Nana’s 🙏🏼❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Freedom Jam! Thank you, I do appreciate it. Early on it was difficult finding my routine, as each day felt like I was walking through cement. My nana's memories are truly a great comfort to me. Each day I walk by the quilt rack it truly reminds me of not only what I had, and how well I was loved, and doesn't make them seem gone. Blessings to you and your family in the year to come!

[@freedomjam3670]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Truer words have never been spoken. This is how I feel about my Grandparents as well. We are blessed.

[@smalltownhomesteadAC]

Sorry to hear about your grandma. Very sad for you. As to all your plans, you don’t have to do things perfectly. Part of resilience( which is what I think you are looking for rather than self sufficiency) is to make the mistakes, weather them easily and learn. So, go get those quails! You’ll do just fine. Maybe reach out to a rural vet for some guidance also. Id love to see videos where you talk about and share your farm goals more specifically and how your current activities will help achieve those specific goals. Your realization about the pots and learning how to be more efficient even here and now was great!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi SmallTown Homestead! So good to see you! And, thank you for the condolences-the word, “resilience” aptly captures not only the last few weeks but a quality anyone on this journey needs, thank you! I am certainly remaining optimistic about getting my quail, thanks of course to your recommendation. I was so close and I know another door will open. I also appreciate your recommendation and the thought popped up that I could perhaps share quarterly or so “progress updates” where I tease out this discussion in a condensed form. Blessings to you and yours in the coming year! I’d love to know how things are progressing on your homestead?!! 😀

[@yellownightjar]

I really am loving Electric pressure canners as I can walk away & no baby sitting a dial gauge or rocker valve…. It’s just easier & they water bath can also & pressure cook food too so they do 3 things

[@53islandgirl]

Just found your channel and have been binge watching!

[@homesteadinthehood11212]

🙌🏾💚🙌🏾💚🙌🏾💚🙌🏾💚🙌🏾 May God be pleased with your grandmother and continue to warm your heart with the most fondest of memories of her. Linen and wool are great fabric ☺ have you looked into sheep shearing and spinning yarn? 🙌🏾💚Trust Your Pace💚🙌🏾 🙌🏾💚And The Process💚🙌🏾 I needed that so much I already wrote it down to tape to the wall next to my bed. I should write it big and put it on the ceiling over it. Thank you for sharing. Be well and be safe. Peace and blessings

[@lindarochefort9520]

Oh yes linen. It is amazing. El Shaddai ministries talked on it years ago. Proverbs 31 woman you truly are.

[@robynlee5436]

Sending hugs. I just lost my grandma at 99 due to a fall. 💔

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

((hug accepted)) Thank you, Robyn. Grandma's are such special people. There is something about their wisdom, understanding, directness, and love that can only come from a grandma/nana. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your grandma. Wow--99! May the memories you shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. I appreciate your kindness, Robyn-truly.

[@janetbade2774]

I know this is a year past your time of losing Nana, but grief has no time limit. You are still a very young woman, and unfortunately this will be many of your losses in life. You are a very strong and giving woman from what I can see from just the 3 times I have watched your videos. You will continue to give us such wonderful stories and recipes of your life. Love you :)

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Janet. You are so right, grief has no limit and I continue to shed tears because I miss her so much. Believe it or not, many of my closest friends where the church mothers and deacons and the past few many of them have passed too. Even more reason to appreciate the ones you still have. Thank you for your encouraging words, with the Lords help I can continue to appreciate the joys of live even in the midst of its sorrows.

[@shervin6711]

Aww, ((hugs)) while no one can replace your loved ones, know you have so many people here who do love and appreciate you! I am so sorry for your loss!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much for the hugs, Sher vin. And yes, focusing on the folks I have means ever so much. My nana and I had so many good times together. Blessings to you and yours this year!

[@jennievpollard77]

Cassandra, I am sorry for your lost. Continuing to carry your Nana in your heart will provide you with comfort during the years to come. I love the display of quilts and other items from your grandmothers. I have a special place for items from both parents who have passed away. My father's wire frame glasses and carrying case are part of this display. When I saw your grandmother's glasses, I took just a moment to reflect. Although I have only been with your channel for a few months, it has provided me with inspiration on my goals to garden also. Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Jennie! Thank you so much. Your words are so true. I know that some folks have furniture or larger pieces from their loved ones, but these are items that I have and they have a story and strong memories attached and give me joy when I see them. I am so glad that you also have found a place to display your parents items, and yes, the visual reminder that gives us pause to 'stop and reflect' is exactly why these spaces in our home are important. I'm so happy to have you along for the journey. Keep me updated on your projects and progress. I've figured some things out and others I'm learning, but its so nice to meet others that are becoming farm girls! Blessings to you and yours in the coming year!

[@jennievpollard77]

​@@BecomingaFarmGirl Thank you for replying back so quickly. Last week, I started indoor gardening again in my kitchen. Although it is on a small scale, I look forward to watching the progress of my plants each morning. My goal this year is to try preserving produce. The tips in one of your previous videos helped. Thanks.

[@rosalielindley3583]

I just bought a steam canner. So excited to use it.

[@AHappyHomemaker]

Cassandra! I love your heart and vulnerability. Thanks for sharing your sentimental items with us. My her soul be at peace and your heart be comforted. I do love your cabinets. SOOOO organized! I need to do the same…organize these cabinets! I can’t wait to get my canning pantry together! I think that is something I want to get back into! I haven’t really canned much lately! But that will change really soon!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you, Celeste! Everyone inevitability experiences this, and it really haunted my momentum for a while. I cannot tell you how the kind words I’ve received and the support from close friends and family have meant. Blessings to you in the new year!

[@mommagator9899]

OH HONEY! I am so sorry for your loss. Many prayers and hugs for you. Stay strong and know she will always be watching over you and loving you and what you work so hard at achieving. I just lost my mom mid-December after being ill with cancer for quite some time; so I understand the struggle to get back into a routine. Again, sending so much love and hugs your way.

[@Hisservants]

Hi Cass, have you considered putting the dried flowers from your loved ones in epoxy display.❤

[@MennoniteFarmhouse]

Maybe some day I will let you privately see my cellar…. I keep telling myself it’s not going to be in the public eye! This video makes me wanna pick up the phone and share with you how we have the same background when it comes to grandmas… my grands were all past when I graduated from high school and it’s been 25 years and I still miss my Grammie. My husband was born in Havre De Grace, MD so I know about Maryland crabs! I love cooking from canned food!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

LeAnne! It’s a small world! I can’t wait to visit your farm🥰 (I’m 100% serious 🧐 since were only a stones throw away from each other) Not having my nana to visit still makes me choke up and I reckon, like you, it always will and that’s ok. It makes the thrill of the coming kingdom only sweeter. Oh-I’ll definitely bring some MD crabs 🦀 when I see you!

[@yellownightjar]

I’m really appreciating u! Thx

[@mercedesthomas1681]

I am so happy you shared this video because it encourages me to keep going I have incorporated making my own washing powders and sourcing as much fruits and vegetables from local farmers.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Mercedes! Yes! Keep going and learning along the way! Over time (it’s been a few years for me so far) you start to look around and realize you’ve made some pretty significant changes! Plus, this way of living has slowed me down and created a pace and atmosphere I want to come home to. It’s always nice to meet others that are becoming farm girls!!

[@WorkingTowardsImprovement]

I agree especially with working outside the home like you do that you can’t do everything yourself and sometimes it is better to purchase items if you consider the value of your time. I like your ideas of finding locally made items that others are making to meet the things you need to purchase.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Totally, Amy. It’s not my goal to do it all; that would be overwhelming for sure. In many ways I’m comforted by the fact that we still have many years in our current home because I can continue to move at a pace that fits in with the rest of my life (working, school, family) and still feel that over time I’m making accomplishments (canning, fermenting, growing from seed, tending a small garden) and that, when the time is right, my small little farm with chickens, a cow, a few lambs and an in ground garden will come to pass. Same for you too!!

[@pennywright9103]

Have you visited “Mary’s Nest”? She is right down your (and my) alley. Truly enjoy your content, keep them coming! 🙏🌹🌻

[@OrangeeMoon]

Check out the Roe & Co pantry tour, be still my heart! Great video thank you Love your channel !

[@franlooving4203]

Just tried your freezing a meal in the silicone bags an hour ago. Bought the bags yesterday and made my lentil meal to put in there and now it's ready to serve, etc. Thank you (My friend said how expensive the bags were and I told her just what you said in your video about earning it back and no waste...).

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

I love this Fran! And yes, it’s an upfront investment but truly once you have them they last for years (someone I know has had theirs for 15 years) and as the rising price of plastic consumables goes up you really will be saving. Lentil soup sounds amazing! Happy New Year!

[@niamh2739]

You are a beautiful person with a beautiful heart.I am sorry for your loss 🫂. You are doing amazing things and she knows that. Love your videos btw. I didn't agree with the commune living but still love your content. Listen don't worry so much about all of us on here, your life is your life. You are human and need time to grieve and process and rest and regroup. We will all be here when you get back. I would love to see more videos about your staple canned items corn and ham broth etc.... I would love to see you pressure & steam can. Are all of your jars clear or do you have colored ones? Do you know how to can with jars that have the clasp ( not sure what they are called) dry canning is also a great thing. Would love to see your apothecary evolve as well. Oooh just had a great Idea 💡 afternoon tea with us 😊 period style 👌 as you speak in another video like this one. You mentioned basement 🪱 worms ? Lol the green stalks what do you do with them in the fall and winter with heavy snow ❄️. You have been able to grow large squash ? Where do you plant garlic, onions, and potatoes? How do you store all of your canning rings and lids ? Where are you guys looking to purchase land for your homestead?