Our House in Rural Jamaica Becomes a Home

We're retired in rural Jamaica, and today life gets back to what is our new normal. Yesterday, even though we lost power for a majority of the day, we were joined by some new forever friends all the way from Kauai! Today we begin with getting three boys ready for school and out the door in one piece! From there, Sonia return home briefly before heading out to our favorite local Lewiscotch nursery to purchase our next round of plants for the second phase of our garden. After we get home, the allowance board is update so all three boys now have a chance to earn $1,000 JMD a week. Andre then sneaks over and we head back to the garden to plant all the new plants! Before long, all the boys return and it's all hands on deck to get the new soccer goals together and play some ball. We wrap up the evening with our new evening ritual of eating dinner together at the table. Thanks for joining our adventure and blessings to all. Richness is Life.
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  • @brendabrown7803
    @brendabrown78035 ай бұрын

    Good morning parents it's Comforting to know that you guys are so very caring, be blessed and please let the boys do their chores 🙏

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Oh the chores are coming!!😆

  • @maureengolding2980
    @maureengolding29805 ай бұрын

    Oh my! Blessing to the fellow who gave the Soccer Balls! It actually made my day!

  • @julietlewis9987
    @julietlewis99875 ай бұрын

    Tyler and Sonia, you are both doing a great job. It's truly a challenge but pray for patience and wisdom from the Lord.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Yes! Thank you!

  • @lascelleturner1088
    @lascelleturner10885 ай бұрын

    Aunty Sonia, typical Jamaican retort: 'What if dem drop dung ah road'. Don't give up though, we have to be vigilant, continue to teach them. We need a better Jamaica.😊

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen+

  • @forsdjo
    @forsdjo5 ай бұрын

    Sonia and Tyler please bear in mind that you have a small army to train when you say yes or no ,it stands, be firm . Donot make their beds when they get home take them to the room and ask what is wrong with room, if they don't know tell them and warn them not to let you find the room in that condition again , deduct allowance. You both need to visit their school to find out what is happening, Are they attending school, being on time, behaviour, classwork, homework and general participation. Football is played outside the house, the couch we sit on ,feet does not belong in the couch. When one is asked a question , a response is expected with the sound of our teeth and tongue. Andre is the king, he deserves everything that you supply him with.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen...slowly but surely...🥰

  • @ListedInTheSouth

    @ListedInTheSouth

    5 ай бұрын

    @forsdjo ... You remind me of my aunt, she was a stern disciplinarian. Although she's no longer here with us, I appreciate everything she taught me.

  • @winsomegriffiths6227
    @winsomegriffiths62275 ай бұрын

    Good morning. Tyler u and ur beautiful wife have been doing great jobs overall, keep up the good work. God's blessings for u both

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Will do! Slowly but surely...😅

  • @JustMe-pl9lx
    @JustMe-pl9lx5 ай бұрын

    Hello guys!! I came across your channel yesterday and couldn't help but binge. You guys are totally awesome and down to earth. Thank you for looking out for those boys. May God continue to bless you and enlarge your store basket. You are doing (early retirement) what I would love to do, but it's coming 😊. Enjoy Jamaica for those of us who can't be there now. Yes, Jamaica has it's challenges as does the entire world, just navigate it with caution and prayers 🙏🏽. Continue doing your thing, 👍🏾 👍🏾.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Welcome to our crazy adventure! Appreciate the support...well all get there one way or another...slowly but surely🥰 blessings

  • @margaretloney8544
    @margaretloney85445 ай бұрын

    Goodmorning enjoy your breakfast after the morning routine. You both are doing a fantastic job. I am here to cheer you both on. I understand all about it as a social worker and a retired manager of a children's home .it can be very challenging. Let David be the monitor of junior.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Sounds good! Blessings and thanks!😅

  • @marciaservice6396
    @marciaservice63965 ай бұрын

    Good afternoon family, thank you for another amazing video. Tyler you are Sonia are giving those children a great foundation as the scripture says train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it. Love the progress of the garden. Andre is so willing to learn. Much blessings to you, Sonia and the children.❤

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @marciaservice6396

    @marciaservice6396

    5 ай бұрын

    @@fireandirie You are most welcome 🙏 🤗

  • @sebanicloa1022
    @sebanicloa10225 ай бұрын

    Great job team Sonia and Tyler ! New routines can be challenging but together you got this 🙏

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Definitely!!

  • @marvafrancis8524
    @marvafrancis85245 ай бұрын

    A big shout To the Parson who donated the soccer balls children's 👏 🙌 👌

  • @Concerned-b2w
    @Concerned-b2w5 ай бұрын

    Look at Andre digging the holes. Sooo cute.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Right?!

  • @user-kz8cl9hm8s
    @user-kz8cl9hm8s5 ай бұрын

    Love watching

  • @jacquelineforde3251
    @jacquelineforde32515 ай бұрын

    Both you and Sonia are awesome 💕.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 😀 You're Awesomer...=)

  • @handymom1966
    @handymom19665 ай бұрын

    I really enjoy Andre and how you are teaching him life skills. Some may say he’s only 5 but he’s old enough and from my vantage point he’s know a lot and can hold a good convo so why not teach him skills that will last a lifetime Kudos to you and Sonia it warms my heart

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen.

  • @ladyJ_000

    @ladyJ_000

    5 ай бұрын

    Andre always goes straight to Tyler! He’s so adorable and I love their bond.

  • @Kofi.86
    @Kofi.865 ай бұрын

    Always a joy watching blessings to everyone 👏🏿👏🏿

  • @Harris-Smith
    @Harris-Smith5 ай бұрын

    Can't help but anticipate the next video. I know the frustration Sonia with kids not listening but good thing is you have experience with raising kids. You got Tyler at your back. Remember to let them be responsible for chores. Great job Tyler and Sonia. Say hello to Andre for me.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Sound good...will do!!🥰

  • @SharonSmith-gl8us
    @SharonSmith-gl8us5 ай бұрын

    Tyler and Sonia you have a challenge but I know you will persevere and things will work out just give it some time you guys are 👍 great

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    That's the plan! Slowly but surely 🥰

  • @elizabethhall1527
    @elizabethhall15275 ай бұрын

    😅😅Andre is one tough hombre! He said that kitchen person is not a"cook" but a "chef " I guess he was expecting something good coming out of that kitchen. Seems he was disappointed. He just returned the food to the kitchen with an"F."😅😅

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Ha, right?! Too funny.🤣

  • @karenatkinson5281
    @karenatkinson52815 ай бұрын

    I agree with you Dave, I would pick the fruit

  • @marvelouslee3284
    @marvelouslee32845 ай бұрын

    Hi my Fire & Irie family, first school day and many more to go. With God's help and consistency over time equal change. My Andre got a ❤️ sticker. Andre and Tyler have a real connection. He is willing to learn and very helpful. Andre you work very hard today. Team work score a new goal post. I enjoy watching the children play football especially in the slow motion. Craig and the young lady (i don't know how to spell her name) teaching Sonia to make fried fritters nice. Thanks Tyler good job.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Many thanks Miss Lee...so she is Mario's sister Quena, or technically Shaquena.🥰

  • @ladyJ_000
    @ladyJ_0005 ай бұрын

    One of my favourite channels indeed! I really felt for Sonia when she was having a rough morning with the kids. Tyler as always, was there to support her and give her kind words. Who would have thunk your retirement would involve raising a family! You are both doing an amazing job! ❤ I would love to see a vlog of Tyler and Sonia having a special little date, as you both deserve some special time together. Maybe the kids could even prepare a meal 🤣🎉

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Wouldn't that be amazing!!! We had some good time at the hotel with Dave at kids camp all day, but you're right definitely need to budget both some $ and time for another one next month!!🥰

  • @KP-xh1kv
    @KP-xh1kv5 ай бұрын

    Please don't let the boys stress out Sonia

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Tryin'!!😅

  • @lynfoster6493
    @lynfoster64935 ай бұрын

    Wish i have a family like you and wife love u both so very much

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    🥰

  • @RayhannasBlog
    @RayhannasBlog5 ай бұрын

    Rayhanna:Dave takes off his tie when he reaches school

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    🫣

  • @lilliansmith6024
    @lilliansmith60245 ай бұрын

    THAT WAS LOVE AND KINDNESS OVERFLOWING FROM YOUR NICE👑👑 FRIENDS🤗 TREATING THE SWEET LITTLE ONES TO👣⚽️BALLS🤜💥🤛

  • @Jamaica674
    @Jamaica6745 ай бұрын

    If its hanging over the fence, or walls its public property, so anyone can pick it, without any trouble

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    😁

  • @user-uc8zp4qp9t
    @user-uc8zp4qp9t5 ай бұрын

    Tyler and Sonia, great job .God bless you for what you do

  • @autiacrump5479
    @autiacrump54795 ай бұрын

    Great job Auntie Sonia and Uncle Tyler. I love the stability and love you give to the boys. You have a hand in positively influencing our next generation of young men❤💯

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Blessings and thanks.🥰

  • @gabbythechef
    @gabbythechef5 ай бұрын

    I like the way you get in our culture and love the food.Love how Sonia went away and come back and act so cool❤

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    🥰

  • @marvafrancis8524
    @marvafrancis85245 ай бұрын

    And I want to thank you for bringing us into your home. Big up Andre, he his a trooper.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the support.🥰

  • @winniemeade8037
    @winniemeade80375 ай бұрын

    GM to you both i feel for you both i could not do it.they must make the children do there bed dont do it let them do it when they get home.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Working out the fine details!😅

  • @karenatkinson5281
    @karenatkinson52815 ай бұрын

    God bless you all.

  • @vernacomrie5991
    @vernacomrie59915 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed this vlog. Love the scenery.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Me too...🥰

  • @ListedInTheSouth
    @ListedInTheSouth5 ай бұрын

    Sonia was having a time with Junior that morning. He'll come around though. I'm sure he's going through a lot emotionally & adjusting to living with you guys.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Slowly but surely...😇

  • @yvonnemiller1284
    @yvonnemiller12845 ай бұрын

    Hello Sonia and Tyler much blessings and respect to you. The responsibility presented to you is an arduous task; however, I have to believe you both were chosen. As God is able he will make a way. Sonia, self care is important, please take of yourself, as the boys need you both. One Love❤

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Slowly but surely...with coffee and tea 🥰

  • @lynfoster6493
    @lynfoster64935 ай бұрын

    Enjoy free fruits and mango too

  • @marciadenson4382
    @marciadenson43825 ай бұрын

    You guys are awesome, may God continue to bless you all in Jesus name 🙏

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Blessings and thanks

  • @JNAllenstv
    @JNAllenstv5 ай бұрын

    I want to move back to 🇯🇲 as well. The 🇺🇸 = stress galore & unhealthy foods etc…

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    🥰🤙

  • @lizbeth7189
    @lizbeth71895 ай бұрын

    What if they drop down a road😅 my Mom use to say that,havent heard that in ages.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Ha Sonia say her mom say it too...🤣

  • @omaramcfarlanewilliams2368
    @omaramcfarlanewilliams23685 ай бұрын

    Omg!!! I have the same 'pencil ' issue. it's 3 per day.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    😜 So true!!

  • @christinetomlinson4843
    @christinetomlinson48435 ай бұрын

    Good afternoon! Family good content❤ country side not Bush Tylor remember 😊😊

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Tomato tomato...🥰

  • @christinetomlinson4843

    @christinetomlinson4843

    5 ай бұрын

    U go to the bush to work the field, u live in the country side😊

  • @angelahinds8555
    @angelahinds85555 ай бұрын

    You and your family have a beautiful home . Sonia is a hard worker .. How maany acres are you on.? BIG UP ANDRE !!!

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    We own just a quarter acre and trying to make the most of it! Blessings.🥰

  • @vernacomrie5991
    @vernacomrie59915 ай бұрын

    I think that 10:30 pm bedtime is just too late for the boys during school week.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    So true, they are used to staying up much later, so we're working on a good compromise.😅

  • @baldscott9191
    @baldscott91915 ай бұрын

    Hey Tyler keep that chiffon butter out of your house. You know

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    I'm out numbered!!! But will keep trying!

  • @BeeVa-zl3pl

    @BeeVa-zl3pl

    5 ай бұрын

    HI TYLER🤣🤣🤣YUH GETTG THERE,WID PATWA..REPEAT!!🇯🇲❤ PLANT 'TIN'..LIKE TIN CAN🤣👍👍SLOW BUT SURELY,IS UR USUAL RESPONSE,DEM BOYS NEED LESSONS LIKE YESTERDAY. NOW!!TYLER❤🤞🤞🙏GOD BLESS U&SONIA..HOPE SONIA IS TAKG HER BP MEDICATION DONT PLAY WITH HER BP/THEY CALL IT SILENT KILLER,PLEASE TAKE CARE,CAN'T HELP ANYONE&LEAVE U EXPOSE.B VERY MINDFUL OF UR HEALTH🙏🙏

  • @user-jv7ui2ku5t
    @user-jv7ui2ku5t5 ай бұрын

    I guess Andre was suppose to not assist students. Teachers love to beat in Jamaica. LOL!

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Well, I've found out quickly students say their helping but really they're just giving them answers...😅

  • @user-ij4tw4uz1o
    @user-ij4tw4uz1o5 ай бұрын

    Tyler, mi nuh trubl people's fruits. But Jamaicans say starapple tree is the meanest tree on earth, the fruits prefer to stay on the tree and rot. Anyway let someone show you how you eat a starapple and how to clean off yuh mouth.😊

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Ha, so true.

  • @evorreid1737
    @evorreid17375 ай бұрын

    Some kids like to test those in authority, so one have to neutralize it by reason of thoughts, it's a part of the sin nature.

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen.😇

  • @julietlewis9987
    @julietlewis99875 ай бұрын

    Who is older , Craig or Dave?

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Craig a year older than Dave

  • @winniemeade8037
    @winniemeade80375 ай бұрын

    Tyle put in some .platain sucker.if i love andra one more time he sweet

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    We have a few in the back already, so we'll see!😅

  • @dayliacampbell3625
    @dayliacampbell36255 ай бұрын

    No baking powder in fitters

  • @fireandirie

    @fireandirie

    5 ай бұрын

    Sonias been informed...🤣