Your Questions Answered!

[@marijovarney2592]

So sorry for your loss. Sending your family prayers and healing. Thank you for all you do and share. I love your pantry chats!

[@muttsmunchies]

I look forward to ur shows ❤❤

[@rhondamontiel3827]

For deodorant I have been using just a mix of 3/4 cornstarch to 1/4 baking soda and it has worked very well for quite some time now

[@muttsmunchies]

I have been making mine, for ages, as well.

[@potpurrie_farm]

You are an amazing couple...always so upbeat thank you for this taking us along on this journey with you.

[@korbynjasper807]

Sorry to be so off topic but does any of you know of a way to log back into an instagram account?? I was dumb lost my account password. I appreciate any assistance you can offer me!

[@chaimjude9800]

@Korbyn Jasper instablaster ;)

[@vmorganbogart]

So sorry for your loss. May The Lord wrap his loving arms around you and your family and bring you all strength, peace & comfort. I really enjoyed the subject today. It answered questions that I had not thought of. It would be a good one to do every so often. Of course, I always enjoy your videos. Love & Hugs from Vicki in Ft. Worth, Texas 🇨🇱

[@FarmhouseTeas]

And... our condolences on your loss

[@RoseThistleArtworks]

Arm & Hammer Essentials deodorant does NOT have aluminum in it. It has baking soda, coriander, rosemary, and lavender in it.

[@LisaB_at_Pine_Ridge]

Prayers and hugs for your family - may God bless you with peace, comfort and precious memories. Thanks for answering all of the questions.

[@rebeccaknudsen6190]

I wouldn't use tomatoes or potatoes greens?

[@deanna4814]

Sorry to hear about your brother. We will be praying for you and your family

[@carenetwaynecounty8313]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your real life--good and bad.

[@deannamccambridge3446]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge! I love your pantry chats and am looking forward to learning more.

[@jennifercarlson7459]

Love the format! Nice to have a "theme-less" chat every now and again!

[@shellicameron408]

Thank You i will be watching for the video

[@ArchangelLunas]

When my son was a teenager, he had the worst smelling Body Oder. A doctor told me to have my son shower as normal and then spray down his entire body with White Distilled Vinegar. Do not rinse, just rap up in a bathrobe for 15-30 minutes, then take another normal shower. Boy oh boy, it sure did work. We also soak our feet in Vinegar for different things.

[@carmiejones8289]

Yes, I like the question and answer format. Thanks for all of your help.

[@alissarings2760]

Sorry to hear of your loss. I enjoyed the Q&A format, please have another in the future! Also, I created a “How To” library for KZbin, and it may interest you to know that about half of it is your videos. 😁God bless you and your family.

[@moonbeamer4468]

Looking forward to more canning classes!💕 Your farm is beautiful!

[@SHADOW-xw6lq]

Like the Q&A. Looking forward to the canning class. Though bummed that I can't find a "you pick it" here in central Oklahoma. L.C.E. has made gardening physically impossible for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@MasterMichelleFL]

💚 (Just sending love. Don't forget our loved ones stay with us in Spirit. )

[@kimbrady2871]

I'm so sorry about the loss of your brother.

[@DRsBBQ]

Sorry to hear. In my prayers for sure. Keep at it.

[@lauraholmes9512]

Thank you for emphasizing that everyone is on their journey, even the most experienced

[@muttsmunchies]

Hi guys, Do you make ur own laundry liquid? Or do you buy it?

[@staciyawn7344]

So sorry for your family's loss!! Praying for you all 🙏🙏

[@creativeeverydaylife]

Sorry to hear about your brother! Death is hard! My childhood friend just lost her 2 month year all son... Thanks a lot for your videos :-) Looking forward for to hear about the greens :-) God bless

[@riegeurs7865]

Thanks for all the good information.Also a good green for your smoothys is carrotgreens.It has 6 times the amount of vit.C.lots of minerals.And it has a sweet taste. Love my Bosch kitchenmachine.It is a workhorse.It never stops.And if it does it has a safety switch.Mine is 25 years old and still going strong.Even the new attachment fit the old models.I even have a grainmill with it.

[@wendythomas615]

Thank You so much for your honesty and homegrown hands on sharing! You are amazing! Keep up the GREAT work! For Josh: When someone you treasure becomes a memory... the memory becomes a treasure...

[@nqrr7346]

My thoughts are with you and your family with the loss of your brother. I loved this pantry chat! It was fun and answered question I had not thought of! Keep up the great work! The knowledge that you are passing on not only to your children but is is invaluable! Many times when searching for information I wonder how true and correct it is and if I can be confident in it and I have never felt that from either one of you! I feel like a family member being taught the old ways we are losing! Thank you for letting us all into your lives!!

[@dharper9332]

So sorry to hear about your brother...….it is hard to lose a sibling …...I know. I admire your ability to go about your life and include us. Thank you.

[@shadowlandsfarmandcreamery5400]

Been praying for your hearts as you walk through grief! We would love to hear the green bean story some day...❤❤ We love you guys so much at our house!

[@lenamoore616]

So sorry for your loss, sending prayers for you and your family. This was a very nice pantry chat, love the change of location. I have been a big fan of Mary Jane for years, that was so great to hear you mention her! And I love that you gave feedback on the mixers, I have a kitchen aid but was concerned it would be too stressful mixing bread. I've had it over 10 years and use it regularly, but I'm thinking a stronger mixer is needed for bread. That was helpful, thank you! Love you guys!

[@stephaniejoyce6896]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family as you walk through this together. Loss is never easy. I just enjoy your videos and the peek you give us into your family lifestyle so very much. You are a wonderful family. I didn't mind the longer length at all.

[@moonbeamer4468]

So sorry for your broken heart. Prayers of comfort going out.💕🙏

[@erikacronje8985]

My condolences on your loss. You guys are so amazing with buckets-full of information and tips! You can sit and chat there all day, time is no problem and you can talk about anything as it is always good advice whether it's pantry chat, answering questions or garden talk.

[@n3rdygrl]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish you and your family peace. And hope you have safe travels. I love your channel an am learning tons from your pantry chats even though I don't really have opportunity for much practical application. Canning for one seems like more effort than it is worth, especially since my garden situation is nonexistent now. I love the q&a. It gives you the opportunity to share more detail where it is needed. Keep up the good work!

[@angelacoker9435]

So sorry for your loss, lots of prayers. Just started watching yalls videos two days ago. Love them. Ive got to start at the beginning lol. And happy lat anniversary.

[@brratso]

Prayers for you and your family, sorry for your loss

[@carlamullenberg1029]

So sorry for your loss Josh. Thank you for taking the time to do this pantry chat at this difficult time. Love all your videos and appreciate that time you both take time out of your very busy days to pass on your collective knowledge on all things homesteading. I love this type of format. Kind regards and prayers for you and your family at this very difficult time. Please take the time to care for yourselves when and if you need it.

[@jillianrose1902]

yes would love to hear more long chats. It seems to cover most things that people deal with or have questions for. I am sorry to hear that your brother passed away and will be praying for all your family as you grieve and try to move on but still keeping his memory alive. You are both an inspirational powerhouse couple and love seeing what you do, even if it is all the way from Australia.

[@debbyplank2189]

I just found your family this past week, please tell me more about this canning class you're talking about. How do I get in on it and where do I find it. So sorry about your brother Josh. Thanks so much you two!!!!!

[@suzannedavis6099]

So sorry for your families loss...prayers for all of you. Did I miss something? What are the hoops in the background? Really great Q&A. Carolyn hope you get to feeling better and find some time to rest a bit.🌻

[@melissanash6801]

Here's a wonderful post about the differences between a Bosch and KitchenAid mixer. I own both and love them! www.melskitchencafe.com/kitchenaid-vs-bosch-stand-mixer/

[@luciepaul1]

I use to use Mitchum. I had fairly strong body odor and I found the crystal. (It’s a rock) works very well. Never had body odor with that. Luv it. Only thing that works with my body odor

[@kentrhoten781]

Connie here, I use natural mineral salt deodorant. It comes in a twist up hard tube like block of mineral salt. Apply to wet armpits. Natural, harmless and it WORKS!!

[@cherylmatthews7172]

Condolences to you and your family. I bought my kefir from poseymom.com. I just got it, but a lot of grains come sealed in this little bag. So I’m just starting mine. Excited to try kefir water. She also has the instructions for which kefir or Kombucha you want to start. Great place to start looking. Have a Blessed Day

[@kimbowman5764]

Thank you for being the great peeps you are! Your videos and podcasts are so informative, helpful and real. Love your channel ❤️ 💕 Please keep taking care of you and yours. Sending energy and love to Your family and endeavors.

[@lindseyfranks3150]

I'm brand new to homesteading and I've been binge watching y'all's videos and this is one of my favorites so far. It was very informational LOVE the Q&A and that y'all were outside. I enjoy seeing y'all together, your affection for each other seems very genuine, I love it! yall are a true inspiration for folks who are just getting going!

[@salemthorup9536]

Bosch all the way!!! Just watch the Bosch and Kitchenaid compete on whipping a single egg white and you'll be sold. Unless you're just using the mixer for making things like body products or you mostly only make cookies, the Bosch is just engineered better.

[@GrizzlySteve]

Sorry I'll have to watch this later. I do have a question that you may have answered in this video, sorry but I'm in a hurry. The one thing I wish you would do is be specific about the type of salt you use, pickling, Himalayan sea salt?? I would assume that the salt you do use is non iodized...correct?

[@irenerawson853]

On the subject of the Bosch mixer, America's Test Kitchens gave a negative report due to it being light weight and its moving around when while mixing some items. They gave a plus to the Kitchen Aid.

[@juliew326]

Follow up question: What kind of Bosch do you use? And can anybody tell me a video in which it is visible? I can't find it anywhere...

[@sarahkay6560]

So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[@djina3141]

I am so sorry for your loss! Will keep you in my prayers🙏🏼 I had to make a couple of suggestions for deodarant.. i really love "primal pit paste" the name is funny but it is worth a try. I have family who play sports and they use them. And also a company named "Schmidt's". They have both the stick form as well as paste form that comes with a little spatula. I love the paste and just end up using my fingers. I don't trust a lot of other brands because they have random additives in them. These 2 companies have been my go-to for many years now. I have tried making my own but never could get the formula quite right. Hope one of these companies works for you :) God bless y'all!

[@fireseedmusic]

I have heard that getting a cold every once in a while is a good thing, because it works your immune system & helps ward you off from getting worse things. Don't know if that's true, but seems plausible! So don't feel bad & just nourish yourself well when it does happen.

[@heidigib01]

Why can’t you have some beans for dinner and can the rest? My peas were growing great, but now they’ve gotten pale and aren’t growing very quickly. I’m so sorry about your brothers passing. I hope you and your family are able to comfort each other. What a beautiful homestead you have I imagine being surrounded by such beautiful nature helps. You are such an amazing family, thankyou again for sharing such knowledge that is very rare these days.

[@brighterdays2come]

It is difficult to face in this life that God's graciousness and mercy to take us home, leaves the loved one's so hurt & heartbroken 💔. One of the hardest things of our human experience. You & your family are in my prayers Josh. So so sorry.

[@oxfordcreekfarm]

We love Native brand deodorant. I can’t wear it bc I have a baking soda allergy but everyone else in the house loves it! I use a witch hazel brand with lavender and love it so much. It’s called Nutribiotic. You can get it on amazon. The Native you have to order from their site. Just google it. Loved the format today. So much great info!!

[@cindyhooker154]

I so sorry about the loss of your brother. My prayer for you and your family is peace. This is my first “ chat” format. I love the chat. Great job.

[@cherishedheartathome]

Hi Guys Love your videos Sorry for your loss of family- family is so important in our lives We have 12 children and they are our jewels Just to let you know I’ve made my own products for years and the deodorant I make for us is amazing My husband is one if it’s greatest promoters and it works super well- even in our very hot Australian summers

[@katiecarnahan538]

So sorry for the loss of your brother. We will be praying for you all. Thank you so much for answering my questions though. It really made my day :) and yes definitely agree with the journey. Thank you for reminding me of that. Excited for gardening videos! And the canning class!

[@salemthorup9536]

I make a fantastic deodorant. But, also, taking chlorophyll is amazing as an internal deodorant.

[@truthserum76]

New viewer here, from KY. Not at all a homesteader, but y'all fascinate me! I know this is an old video, but I said a small prayer for you & your family. There is no time limit on grief.

[@EachOneTeachOneluv]

I love that you get your hands in your cooking. There is nothing wrong with that. Love the information from your videos. Thank You!

[@rachelc.7152]

I love the pantry chats. I agree with Caroline; one needs at least 5 pieces of cast iron :0) I love that your videos are real, raw and true homesteading life. Sending thoughts and prayers for your family during this time of loss. In regards to deodorant; Native is amazing! www.nativecos.com/ It's a bit pricey but lasts forever and works great. My favorite is the lavender and rose. If you sign up for subscribe and save it brings the price down and it auto delivers so I don't have to remember to re-order. P.S. I love the sound of the trees rustling in the background.

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother, Josh. I'll keep you and your family in prayer! Great video--great info! I always look forward to your pantry chats (as well as all of your other videos). God bless!

[@mcdc101201]

So sorry for your loss! Praying you can be comforted by memories.

[@ajkoochie]

Does your cast iron ever turn your veggies black when cooking? Especially cabbage? I don’t mean it’s burnt, I mean it’s been setting on the stove on low heat and over time it turns discolored and black. 😕 is this due to not seasoning properly or is it totally normal?

[@sweetmaries]

So sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[@mamatriedhomestead8598]

I'm so sorry to hear about your brothers passing. Sending y'all much love all the way from south Georgia.

[@mandythislovelypath3740]

For deodorant, try using plain milk of magnesia! I leave it in a shallow dish on my counter and let it kind of evaporate and thicken, and just use my fingers to rub it on. It works better than anything I've ever tried.

[@jimmylittle9393]

I know this is late but I only just started watching y'all and just wanted to pass on my condolences for your loss. God bless.

[@stephenamberleighwedding4812]

Hi there! I have watched nearly all of videos... And I feel like you are an older sister /mama to me, though Im a young mama myself. I cant wait to get further into my garden and more canning resources to actually do some more of this myself.

[@jacquelinehertzog6664]

you both are radiant and inspiring ...thank you for what you share . On deodorant , I have been using the crystal for years . One lasts forever . It only works though if you apply it right after a shower . Maybe to transition use a little rosemary essential oil .

[@melannieylang7400]

Sorry for you loss keep all of you in my prayers . Thank you for all the awesome videos. Yes I like this more once in awhile

[@myhillsidegarden3998]

Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I am new to the channel and enjoyed this chat and getting to know you both, and the channel, better by your answering questions. Enjoy your week. Catherine

[@lorrainemotter1903]

Please let us know about the author for the family cow book. On Amazon there are three books with family cow in the name. Thanks

[@stephaniehastie4655]

Since he said by Joann something, I am guessing it is this one. Keeping a Family Cow: The Complete Guide for Home-Scale, Holistic Dairy Producers Paperback - October 16, 2013 by Joann S. Grohman (Author)

[@HomesteadingFamily]

@@stephaniehastie4655 Yep that's it!

[@Beyondthisveil]

praying for you all - part of life but none the less painful

[@annmariebaileysabelsabel5250]

Just lost one of my sisters, Bridget. It's hard. Glad you have family for support. Giving and getting is therapeutic. Wish that was still part of my life. Blessings to you and your family.

[@RoseThistleArtworks]

On the compost - check if the supplier changed the feed of the animals recently. Many times horse owners do not know that the hay they got was sprayed, it goes through the horse, and even composted over a year later, it will inhibit garden plant growth.

[@shellicameron408]

I really enjoyed this video

[@dustyacres]

Sorry for your loss. Loving your videos I know it is a lot of work

[@susanbell2771]

My deepest condolences on the loss of you'r Brother, Im sure I don't have to tell you in your busy lives take the time out to grieve and be with your loved ones.

[@sarahcollins4673]

You two are great keep up the great work. I have learned so much thank you Thank you from Sarah

[@sassiebean9052]

So sorry for your loss. Just recently ;lost a very close family member later part of June. Know there are prayers and good vibes being said and sent. LOVE YOUR SHOW!

[@mcdc101201]

Loved this format and the candid approach

[@knowhim3624]

it's ALL about Yeshua's Line...:):)GBY

[@vallis1469]

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your brother. I'm so sorry. Thank you for the enjoyable video. Answering questions is a great way to inspire. I'm looking forward to hearing more. Best regards!

[@theresadavis1834]

Sorry for your loss. May your brother rest in peace. New subscriber.

[@denisegaskin6675]

Thank you,thank you, thank you first off for being real...sending hugs and Gods Blessings to you and your family. Sometimes life is very hard and there are no words that can be said. So blessed by this channel !!! Please keep up the great service you all are doing.

[@dreyno64]

Very sorry about ur brother. Prayers for peace and healing.

[@houseofthegreaterdanes2807]

My sympathies to you and your family. I also lost someone last week unexpectedly and share in your sorrow. 🙏 Thank you for staying inspired. It’s been great garden weather here as well in the northeast - tons of lettuces & tomatoes are coming soon.

[@mariedymkoski]

I have been watching a lot of 'homesteading' videos on youtube for the last year or so and absolutely love all of your videos. You are both good 'teachers' and Carolyn, you are amazing! I have learned so much.......and even though I have canned and dried for years, you have pushed me to ferment and do other preserving that I haven't done (I have a SCOBY going now for the last 6 months!) I envy your partnership and your well thought out family plan. The struggles and the real life challenges have all been taken in stride and with great composure. I'm sorry for your most recent loss. I am divorced and live alone now, but work full time in a job I love, but also takes me away from my garden and preservation that I love....I do it now in small batches and watch cherries, rhubarb and raspberries go to waste when I don't have time to harvest. I am from the Panhandle as well although now live just west in Eastern Washington and enjoy hearing about your gardening and local 'lore'. Kayaking! Yes.....just take a moment or two to enjoy the life in the beautiful Inland Northwest. That can sometimes be the hardest part while doing all of this....we have to stop and smell the roses, don't we? Thank you for sharing your beautiful life.

[@TheSlowens]

So very sorry for your hurt. Prayers from Northern California to you.... always hard.. you have certainly had some major losses recently.

[@KambriaS]

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Where do you live in Idaho?

[@northstarprepsteader]

Josh, I'm so sorry about your brother. Prayers for all of you...

[@jamalduweik6465]

So sorry for your loss, prayer for your family, i enjoyed your chats

[@michellepierce6757]

I'm very sorry about your brother - my condolences.

[@patscopat]

Outstanding video and I like this format. Thank you.

[@mikegriffin3437]

Fun show. Thanks. My condolences on your brother.