When I saw the title I had a feeling Cody was able to come home permanently. That is so incredibly exciting!! What a beautiful blessing to your children to have both parents present each and every day with them. That’s the dream!

@Playitagaindian

8 ай бұрын

And the kids will be learning practical (important) life skills!

@dustinmackbee

8 ай бұрын

True education! We were never meant to be cooped up in a classroom 8hrs, 10months out of the year.

Now we need a “what we eat in a week” dinner edition video! Those all sounded great!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

I like the idea, thanks!

You are SO right...there is SO much "dead time" in school...it's often just a free baby sitting service in too many cases.

@tealkerberus748

5 ай бұрын

The primary purpose of school is to make parents available for paid work outside the home. It's not about the kids at all. You can tell this when governments get a 'disadvantaged area' where kids aren't getting a good start in life, and the solution is always more daycare, never teaching or enabling parents to parent.

Just a quick note to say Thank you. You allow everyone into your home and allow us to "hang" with you guys through out your days and weeks. Perspectives change when you actually get to observe things while they are happening. Congratulations on the lifestyle, the big change, and the channel success and future! We love you guys!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. Really glad you’re here 😊

We start homeschooling July 1st and just do 2 days a week until the end of the harvest season. Then we move to 4 days a week. We've never struggled to meet our 180 day requirement! Homeschool is infinitely more efficient.

That’s how kids should be raised

So happy for you both. Teamwork is everything and working a homestead is more than a full time job!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

My sister and I are just beginning our homesteading journey. Grateful for your channel and others who are educating the public. I'm of the opinion that everyone needs to grow food if they can. It's so nice to be able to share with neighbors and trade.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

That’s great! Good luck!

I'm a teacher of young children in a public education setting. I can tell you without a doubt the transitions take up a large part of our day. Transitioning 20 or more children takes time and that is every single transition not just changing rooms. Also assisting 20 children takes time so if I were helping 4 or 5 children chop out sounds to write a sentence it would be much much quicker then doing the same with four or five times the number of children. I absolutely believe that an hour and a half a day of almost 1 to 1 teaching and support is going to meet the mark as long as the skill of the educator is fairly solid.

Hello from northeast Ohio!! Nice to see another Ohio family working the homestead ❤

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Welcome!!

You guys amaze me!! Keep it up. We have 5 that we allow to learn freely on our homestead. We don’t even use the word “school”. There are so many ways and things to learn. Kids THRIVE. They may never learn all the things school kids learn but they are so enriched. My 17 year old does almost all the cooking/baking. Her twin manages all our animals and helps me out in the gardens. their 3 younger siblings help with everything else. Life IS learning. We love it.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Love it!!

Congratulations to Cody, to all of you! Enjoy 💖

I love that you include your personal mental and physical health before caring for the kids - it’s sooimportant

if your ever feeling bad about not home schooling on monday. my daughter only goes to school 4 days a week and makes straight A's so your doing great and keep up the great work.

That is absolutely fantastic that Cody is able to stay home with the family! And I couldn't agree more about resting in the winter. We work hard so that when winter does arrive, we can focus on rest. Doesn't mean that we are lazy by any means. I am about to begin making a wool mattress for my oldest. We raise sheep, so I have been collecting wool diligently in hopes we will all have wool mattresses in the future. 😍 Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We had a lovely holiday, full of feasting on homemade, homegrown goodness and ending the day with reading aloud by the fire, while my husband and the children whittled and carved. ❤️

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Love the wool mattress project 😊

The "Grab" counter. Lol.

congratulations on your KZread success, you guys are inspirational. well done

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

I just love your channel. I will never become a full on homesteader, mainly because I’m 60, and live in a development (in the country though). But my husband and I have a nice raised bed garden, and I’m dedicated to learning how to make my own ferments, sour dough, bone broth and preserving our garden produce. We are in NW Ohio. I love finding fellow Buckeyes who are living interesting lives! I hope to teach my grown kids and eventually my grandson the ways to live simply and intentionally. Thanks for the inspiration! (And go Bucks!)

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yeah! It’s cool that you’re doing all that stuff. Keep it up!

Refreshing to hear you don’t actually LOVE being in the kitchen. I love feeding my family, but certainly the kitchen part isn’t my favorite. Some homesteaders make it look like spending hours in that kitchen is the best part of their day. We all have our cup of tea.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Welcome to the tribe 😉

@katmoineau7554

7 ай бұрын

Same for me, my husband and I are trying to produce more of our own food (though I wouldn't call it homesteading yet) and the most annoying part is the cooking. Especially the peeling and cutting of vegetables, it always takes me forever... I try to delegate the potatoes to my husband but I have to be careful not to overdo it, as he already has to cut the wood for heating! :D We don't have kids, but both of us work full time, so it's quite interesting to have some tips how to make this work besides a full time job and keeping some down time for us. That's something I really need. BTW we're in the south of France. Winters are quite mild compared to yours! :)

whats going on in the spring garden?, i got my radishes cilantroand spring onions in the green house all popping! woo hoo, it's here.

I think it is really neat that you guys are doing your youtube full-time. It is nice to be at home and not out in the rat race of the world. It is so peaceful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Hugs and blessings to you always

Watching you guys is so refreshing. You’re one of my favorite homestead families to watch. Also, when Michelle was explaining the resting period, all I could think of was hibernation 😂. Storing the food for the winter and resting for the next gardening season.

@morethanfarmers

3 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! 😄

Congrats! Praying for you guys and the schedule, adjustments and all that comes with this new step. May God bless this and bring fruit from your faithfulness. Your content has been such an inspiration and help as our little family sets out on a similar route.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Hi Codi, congratulations on meeting your goal of quitting your job and working on the homestead full time. Michelle is so incredibly organized with her Monday meal prep so that was interesting to learn from. Your kids are really blessed with being home schooled and having both of you at home to teach and take care of them. Exciting days ahead to Mattie's new calf and all that goes with it. Best wishes to your family as you grow your channel and homestead. Looking forward to your future videos to see how everything develops.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, Ben! Thanks for sticking with us for so long.. It’s great to see you in the comments every time 😊

Humble Tip:Put a water heater on your moo’s water bucket it help wonders my dad have few milking cows and thats what he does. 😊

Great to hear that you have both found a way to spend all of you time on the homestead. Thanksgiving is gone and I'm looking forward to Christmas. We will be traveling back to Nebraska for our grand daughter's college graduation. Lots to celebrate for us so I wanted to take this time to wish y'all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. God bless y'all and keep growing!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas to you too! 😊

I am so fascinated with all of the loose leaf tea michelle makes. I wish you all had a list of things to plant for teas. Id love to have a tea garden& a complete herb garden too. And a small collection of the marinades michelle uses would be nice as well.

What do the kids do to entertain themselves on your Monday reset? What does their day look like? I’d love to see a day in the life of homeschooling/ homestead kids.

@morethanfarmers

7 ай бұрын

We encourage them to use their imaginations! They work on projects or crafts, play legos, etc.

I have learned what the immune system is and how it works in 2019 (right after COVID was announced). Since then I was never sick, not even once, because I give my immune system what it needs to keep me healthy: Vitamin D (most essential nutrient for your body) crom canned cod liver which I eat the way it is Vitamin C - either sauerkraut or bell peppers, which have the most vitamin C Zinc - sometimes I take pilled zinc, but mostly food. My friend who listened to me and feeds his 7yo son, who was always sick (kindergarten and other stuff), now his son doesn't get sick, so does my friend!

Congrats Cody!! This is so exciting for you guys! I can’t wait to see more content now that you’ll have more time! So happy for y’all! 🙌🏻

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

You guys get more done in one morning than I do in a week but im inspired. I am learning even in my 6th decade of life.

So thrilled that your homeschooling routine is working. To others who might not know, please be aware that each state writes its own homeschooling laws. Make sure you follow the laws set forth by your own state. If I followed their routine, I'd be breaking all kinds of laws. Do your own diligence!

I love what you say about the fall and winter. I grew up in a small farm town and I feel like it has totally changed how I view the cold months. Its a time to slow down, recharge, and learn new things for the following year. Every year I look forward to my winter reading list and spending more time with family or friends. I'm grateful for winter instead of hating it.

If you are willing, would share the books that you are reading… Some that really helped you this past year and some that is on your shelf to read for this next year? I love reading all sorts… Practical, self-help, inspirational, entertaining novels, the list goes on! I ❤ 📚

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

We’re gonna recommend some books in one of our next videos!

Congrats Cody and Michelle. Please post the recipe for the infusion tonic.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

It’s not something we make. We get it from Moringa Vinga. There’s a link for it in the description.

❤Wow that's good! When I read the announcement, I already thought of such news. Wonderful, I'm so happy for you. You will enjoy it and everything will be easier for your family. If you can concentrate on one thing, everything will be easier and more successful. Congratulate you from the bottom of my heart. Michelle and the children will be very happy. Thanks for sharing, I'm excited to see what happens next for you. The number of subscribers is constantly increasing, I am very happy for you. ❤

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! We are so glad that you are a part of it 😊

Exciting times, full time at home and full time youtubers A time of rest for the winter and a new baby calf on the way, animals still need tending too. Well done family. I just love your channel. I wish you all the best❤❤❤

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yeah! Thanks!

Your videos are so enlightening! Thank you for all you share.

Homeschool is the future of freedom ❤️ Greetings from Brazil

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Welcome here!

Congrats! That’s incredible!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I have found my people! 😂 Not a fan of cooking either. I do it but it takes so much TIME. I'm older and when I'm alone I just eat whatever. Summer is great. I eat while I garden, from the garden. I do the cook extra like you do. Love this channel even more. 🤗

@morethanfarmers

7 ай бұрын

😁 Welcome here!

Yay!!! Love seeing your family be able to do full time on the homestead!!

@brandynmayo

8 ай бұрын

I also love the camera work in this video! The extra shots and things in the meal prep section was fun!

@hollyu48

8 ай бұрын

Good for y’all, best wishes for great success

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Great video, thanks for sharing. Congrats on being home full time! Tremendous accomplishment! I think a lot of families are striving for the same and it’s reflected on how many views this video has. That’s my families goal. Again, thanks for sharing.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

Congrats Cody on being able to stay home with your family. I see the quality in your videos and that is one of the reasons I like them so much. My husband was able to work from home when our kids were young (I was a SAHM) and it made all the difference. Good luck!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! That’s really good to hear. Feel free to any tips from your experience 😊

Hi guys its summer here in Australia I just came across your channel and am enjoying your posts immensely I went online to Amazon and ordered the liquid smoke, congratulations on all the amazing things you do for your home and family.

@morethanfarmers

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

I'm in the middle of Maine. I keep my (scrunchie) hose in a muck bucket inside and take it outside every 3 days to water my horses. Heated troughs and buckets are must here.

Congratulations. It is tough working full time jobs outside the home and KZread and home chores l. Your channel was recommended and I’m glad it was. I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

It's little things in the cinematography, like panning or a sweep, added touches that speak to me! 👍🏽

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Good to hear 😊

I'm so glad that we found your channel. We're just north of Cincinnati, and doing everything we can on 1/2 acre. Thanks for showing us what is possible for a family on 5 acres! Very impressive.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome!

Haven’t even finished the video but had to stop and say CONGRATS CODY! So proud of y’all’s hard work and now it’s paid off 😍

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😁 Glad you’re a part of it!!

Making a homestead less work is also crucial as you get older. The energy you invest in building better systems while you're young and abled really pays off about the time you realise you need your cow to come to you because you going to her is further than you're able to walk now.

@morethanfarmers

5 ай бұрын

That's the idea!

Congratulations family!!!!🎉🎉🎉 home together... A couple channels I watch ...probably up Michelle's alley Farmhouse on Boone Home free Alaska Little mountain ranch Three Rivers homestead Just something to look at ...all these ladies homeschool, homestead, scratch cook, and create the most amazing inspiring content .... Ya'll round out my top 5 picks .... Hope they give you guys some inspiration just as you share yours! ❤❤❤ Alohaaaaaa from maui 🎉

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yeah we watch some of those! Glad we’re included in your faves 😊

Awesome to see you get the opportunity to be on the homestead full time 🙌 keep crushing guys!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Time stamp 3:42 “oh just taking my cow for a walk” 😊 love it

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

😁😁

I'm sitting here in my tiny Chicago apartment dreaming of the day I can have my own homestead ( saving and planning for it now). Some things seem so intimidating ( i.e. dairy cows), but most of the time this kind of slow living and working to sustain and nurture me and my children calls out to a deep part of me.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Keep chasing that dream!!

Personally i love elderberry kombucha as elderberry is great at keeping away sickness, can't wait till i can make it with elderberries from my own plants that i am going to be planting this spring.

@morethanfarmers

6 ай бұрын

That’s great!

Congratulations, Cody and Michelle, on being full time home steaders.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

We do the same thing on Mondays, but I call it "Maker's Day Monday". The kids pick a project that they want to work on (parent approved) and focus on that for the day. At the end of the day, they have to tell the family about it at dinner. I don't know how old yours are (mine are grades 10, 8, 5, 3), but even very littles can do play-doh or something like that. My bunch absolutely LOVE Maker's Day and it has resulted in many home-made boardgames and art projects. My daughters are prolific writers and have produced novels, graphic novels, and animations. My sons are builders and have made giant trebuches & garden projects. In our state, we have to log hours & lesson plans but that's it. I give a full day of school credit for Mondays.

@morethanfarmers

7 ай бұрын

I love it! Getting them to tap into their creativity is so important and rewarding.

Congrats 🎉 what a sense of freedom that must bring.

Very hardworking family

Awww I'm so happy for you guys!!!!

i love your cellar storage, simple and effective.

If you don’t have insurance due to quiting your job, here in NH we have a state insurance for children. It’s not expensive. It’s so important. My son in law is self employed and they didn’t want the kids uninsured. Just an idea. I just had foot surgery to remove a cancerous mole and it cost over $15,000 so I was so thankful for my insurance but I’m still working at a place where insurance is offered.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I like the chickens! They look so soft n fluffy.❤

Would love the recipe for the morning drink with morning vinga😊

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Just mix with juice or drink straight!

Really enjoyed the video. I love all the meal ideas!❤️ Having your kids read is wonderful. My mom had us do that and I love reading as a result.

Yayyy congrats Cody I’ve been watching for a while so happy for you guys, your growth, and How God is glorified in your lives. Well done🎉❤❤

Congrats!!!! Im happy for tou guys!!! Working multiple jobs is just not good and not sustainable. Love seeing others blessed!! ❤❤

Thanks!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much!!

Great news! Congratulations!

I just made the squash soup you shared. It is delicious! I made some no knead artisan bread and it was perfect for this cool day.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Sounds great!

whatever you did for marketing worked bc i never saw your channel til now! hello :}

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

😁 Howdy!

You guys have really pleasant voices and you both look gorgeous on top of amazing work ethic and family love. Fingers crossed for 100K!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I was hoping for it by Christmas, but it doesn't look like we'll quite make it 😉

So glad that Cody can now stay home you guys work so good together and I just love watching your videos.

CONGRATULATIONS that KZread is now your full time job🎉🎉🎉🎉 COULDNT have happened to a nicer family❤

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

You know that our Father in Heaven has blessed you and guided you to this! I am so proud that you will be home with your family enjoying them while you are able to work and make a living. God bless

@Mindy56743

8 ай бұрын

I found a place locally that carries the brand of groceries you spoke about in a different video. It is a local Amish store and the price for me is much cheaper than azure standard and I am able to go get what I need when I need it at a lower price than azure standard.

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Really appreciate all of your comments and encouragement 😊

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

That’s so cool!

So glad Cody will get to be home full time. Such a blessing for the family. It will be great for the family to get to be together all the time and make memories. It's such a blessing also how you can just go to your own home grocery store and get what you need to make the meals for your family. Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Yeah! We’re super excited. Thanks for your support!

So happy for you guys!

The both of you give a sense of old soul and I love your cooperative, cohesive family with a togetherness goal, it does not just appear as only on camera, it's the rare couple, usually the ones you meet that have been married for 40 and 50+ years and will remain having such a connection, humble, in love, quite unique in their undisturbed bond.

Congratulations 🎊

Congratulations on moving to full time social media. Wishing you all happiness, success and new opportunities. Does this include advert voiceovers? Could have sworn I recognised Cody’s last week…. 😀

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I haven’t done anything except on our channel 😊

Congratulations y’all!! ❤❤

Y'all are killing it with the cinematography

@morethanfarmers

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

I’m so happy for you guys!!!

Great content as always. Thanks for sharing!!

I've been non stop watching all your videos and love to see and hear how you have started your homesteading life and tips etc I'm excited to get ready for the homesteading life slowly ♥️ thank you from New Zealand 😊

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

That’s great! Blessings on your journey 😊

Thank you for sharing your family ❤

Congratulations 🎉.

Thanks guys, enjoyed the video!

What great news!

Awesome! Wishing you many successes

Congrats!

Congratulations, how exciting! ❤

Happy for you guys! Enjoying your videos

😊😊So looking forward to your posts

I love how real you guys are!

OMG good for you two!!! So happy for you all that you can both work from home now!! ❤❤❤

@morethanfarmers

8 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

In a nutshell, you are living my dream life. I can't wait. 🎉❤

Enjoyed it. Good tips.

Congratulations!