Our Father and Mother had 8 children. Five Boys first, then 3 Girls. I'm the youngest, at almost 71 years. There are only three of us left now. A Brother who is 81 now, my oldest Sister will be 78, and the last Sister, me, soon to be 71. I was lucky enough to get the Old Home Place. I will be here until I die. We garden, have fruit trees, berries of many sorts, and Nut trees. We have a nice pond and timber trees, all on near 5 acres. We divided the property, each getting almost 5 acres. All of us children worked hard. Our Father died when I was 10 months old. The oldest Brother was 15. We raised our own food, canned it and my Brothers hunted for meat. Life was hard. I got my Social Security Card at the age of 9. Walked to catch the truck, to ride to the Bean fields, at 4 in the morning. We got home near dark. We were paid a dollar a bushel. We used our money for school clothes & a pair of shoes. Our Father was a Veteran of World War 1. Our Mother received $150.00 a month, from the Government, for 8 children. There were no Foodstamps available yet. When one reached 18 years old, the money was lowered. All my Brothers Served our Country. Yes it was hard, but we survived. One hour in the garden, the children could accomplish a lot. It teaches so much. Math, science, biology, and more. Our Mother used to ask us how many Green Beans it took to fill a quart jar. The discussion was lively and in the end, we knew how many quarts of Green Beans we could get from a bushel! Then there were Cucumbers, Beets, Okra, & Tomatoes. How many ears of Corn, cut from the cob, does it take to fill a quart jar, a Pint jar? The time passed fast, as we discussed these questions. The WEEDS disappeared! Plants mulched. Then it was bath time! We caught rain water for that! We could also draw water from the well. On occasion we walked several miles away to the River to go swimming! It made us all better people. GOD bless

@truejoie

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful memories, thanks for sharing

@MISNM0

Жыл бұрын

There is a novel series in this post. Very rich and full foundation but definitely no red carpet. Your post actually reminded me of a magazine called Reminisce. Hope you check it out. If so, would love to hear your feedback.

@ritamccartt-kordon283

Жыл бұрын

@@MISNM0 I will check that out. I'm not sure I understand what the red carpet means. Maybe high class? In that case, no, I was just more or less, thinking, typing out loud. I tend to ramble. I always hope that something I say might help someone else. Our Mother only finished 8th grade in school, but she was a VERY smart woman! Teaching children doesn't always mean doing it in a classroom setting. I think that was what I was trying to get across. She taught us math and so much more out in the garden. She taught us how to make do with what we had. She taught us how to complete a task. She actually taught us to learn to enjoy our work, whatever that might be. Thank you for your comment, and if you get the opportunity, elaborate on that Red Carpet! GOD bless

@MISNM0

Жыл бұрын

@@ritamccartt-kordon283 What you witnessed was a joke failure. My apologies for that. 😋 You were right in that the red carpet reference was high class. I was trying to say there was no red carpet reality in what you wrote- though it sounds like you did grow up wealthy in love And education. I love the kind words you said about your Mother. A parent wants the best for their children and it sounds like she provided that and now you can shine that light back on her. It's truly special.❣ I do genuinely hope you record some of these moments verbally or otherwise, as able. They really are precious and from a time and pace that deserves to be remembered well (though plenty was "wrong" with the "good old days" in every generation.) To me the 'rambling' comes across more as loving sentiment. You're recalling a beautiful life experience and it brings all That from your heart to the world. Please don't change that about yourself. (Hope this helps but can try to do better again. I too, ramble.) 😉

@ritamccartt-kordon283

Жыл бұрын

@@MISNM0 Thank you for replying! I have often thought of writing about my life. I just had never thought that anyone would want to read it. Your kind words make me again want to put it down on paper. In this day and age of the computer and cell phones, I still value my books. Maybe if I get something on paper I can leave it to my family. Maybe they will find it interesting. I should go through my "Tablets". I have a stack of tablets with many written conversations with my Aunts, on both my Mother's side and my Father's side of the family. I guess I should be hurrying this project along! I'm no spring chicken! Thank you again. It means something to me that you responded. I appreciate it. GOD bless

As a human who was raised in a legalistic Christian home, I am grateful that your children will have the opportunity to explore with critical thinking skills the options of what each person actually understands are beliefs each individual will have. I have also had some gut issues, and have reduced what I eat to those things I cook from scratch. My brother asked yesterday why I don't eat anything I don't cook from scratch, and I told him that I feel so much better when I eat things without food dye and preservatives. It doesn't mean that I can't occasionally eat those things (I did at the family reunion yesterday), but my body is happier with a cleaner diet. Please take care of yourself and get plenty of rest. Harvest season will soon be upon us - I'm going to the local orchard to get strawberries this week - and that will be difficult with an expanding waistline. I need to sweep up the dog hair this morning, and prepare Sunday dinner for my family. I think we are having what my eldest calls spicy chicken today (it contains nutmeg and ginger in the breading) with a green salad. I need to grab some mint to make iced tea (none of us needs extra sugar, and the mint sweetens it enough that I don't add any to my iced tea). I love cooking meals for my family that show that I pay attention when they specifically request something.

@JESUSistheTRUTH-ROBLOX

2 жыл бұрын

JESUS CHRIST is LORD. the Gospel is simple, salvation is too. by grace through faith, no works will do. give your [entire] life to Him Who loved you and died for you. repent ye of your sins and be saved.

I love your ethics and beliefs. I love the fact that you don’t need a huge fancy house where you spend all your time cleaning three bathrooms and five bedrooms. You are a breath of fresh air. Love your channel💝🇨🇦

I think your a wonderful mother. I wish my mother would have taught me all the things you teach your children.

Sunday mornings are for coffee and Jessica. I wish we could have a little house with small piece of land. But to have that I will have to put my kid on school and go to work. So for now I garden in containers in my rental house. So far I have been canning all the tomatoes and paste for the whole year. Farmers around me have been very generous with me and the ladies trade my skill with sewing for strawberries and greens or whatever is on season. For the last two winters I had enough produce in storage for my family of three.

@EE-hi4re

2 жыл бұрын

You're very resourceful!

@frankieniedorf4463

2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@purplegreen5436

2 жыл бұрын

Your sewing skills could be a lucrative small business! Don’t underestimate yourself.

@rosemarywilliams9969

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing🤗

@CG-mj8tk

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!!

I love how your family embraces the idea that enough is the right choice in so many areas. Thank you for sharing how you navigate your everyday walk with God.

Thank you for taking the time to answer questions people have. I really appreciate how candid you are about things but still maintain some privacy. You look to be glowing now, so hopefully all the morning sickness is going to end soon. I really love that you have your beliefs and you have really strong convictions but you choose to guide your children instead of forcing them to follow your beliefs. I strongly believe in the approach you've taken. Thank you again for being so open, I really love that you never try to say your way is right but choose to say this is what I do. Have a lovely week.

My favorite vlogger. I keep praying for you, your baby, Adam and all of your children. I started cooking from scratch after my husband started having food allergies after the treatments for a brain tumor. He died 12 years ago. I teach several kids who are homeschooled. My ladies Bible class showed there was a need for someone who could teach higher level classes. I get one on one time with kids who have a passion for learning. God has given me a gift for Autistic children. As I am considered (or documented) as a Savant. I have so much respect for you, Adam and your family. I pray for God to continue to Bless all of you.

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer everyone’s questions!! You are such a joy and inspiration!!

I really enjoy hearing your views on religion. I’m a Christian myself, but significantly less intensely, so I find it interesting hearing from very devout and conservative people who embrace being open minded. It’s inspiring how much your faith has provided peace and guidance to you and your family.

This is probably one of my absolute favorite videos!! Loved the explanations, gave me insight into some things for my own family. Also, the baby bump is so adorable!!!’ What’s blessing

I’ve been worried for you!!! Seems like so long since you posted. Glad to see you back!!! You are such a joy.

You are so generous with all your personal explanations, I struggled with some health issues too and motivated me to garden as my grandparents did. It became a therapy too, and health changed for good. Love your channel and the way you put your soul and love to whatever you do ❤🥰

I think you and Adam are doing a great job. Thank you for spending this time with us.

loved this video!! gave me a new perspective

Always enjoy your videos. Thanks! I pray you have an amazing garden this year!

I had a benign and rare pituitary tumor that was making me go blind and would have eventually killed me per what the doctor said. I was a single mom at the time I underwent surgery. I had a partial resection of the tumor and my vision is back, but my pituitary died and all naturally produced hormones with it. I’m on over 14 medications, steroids being one of them and I am also trying to find a way to become healthy too. To add to it the steroids cause diabetes, I’ve made it back to a pre diabetes stage, my kidneys tanked, but now I’ve been able to bring them up to 50%. I have Meniere’s Disease and I get vertigo and dizziness. It underscores how fragile life is and how much of a fighter I am. Congratulations on your pregnancy!❣️

You ate such a blessing. I love that you share your convictions and that you are leading your children through their own journeys and help them find their own talents and strengths. God bless you and your family and thank you for sharing and teaching us.

I love your approach to allowing your children to find their own convictions!

Good chat! It’s always interesting to hear someone’s story and life happenings. You are one amazing woman. 💖

Hi Jessica! Thanks for another fun video. It’s nice to learn more about you and your family. Continuing to put yourself and your family first is important. We will ALWAYS be here waiting for videos, so take time off to rest, when needed. ❤️ Take Care!

Nice visiting with you, Jessica. Glad to see you looking so well. Hugs and lovees to the baby!

Great video. Thank you so very much for sharing the lessons that you have learned on your journey. I appreciate your truth and honesty. Prayers and Blessings to you and your family.🙏❤

We homeschooled in Michigan, when our kids were older they were able to attend our local public school for non-academic classes such as Art and Band. That allowed them to participate in class activities and extracurriculars. They were also involved in our homeschool group so they had the best of both worlds.

I just love how you make everything from scratch. It’s such a good feeling

I respect you even more having listened to you discuss your reasons for and why. thank you for sharing. you're truly an inspiration in many ways. I feel blessed to have found your channel.

Loved this question and answer video. You are such an awesome lady. Love the way you and Adam are raising your children

Always thankful for every video you take time to make! Thank you!

I absolutely love that you are letting your children work out their own convictions. Everything you said makes complete sense.

Wow!! I loved what you said about teaching your convictions to your children but not forcing them on them! I am just atarting my family and this is the kind of wisdom I need

I admire how you manage your family and your household. You are truly an inspiration and your children are indeed lucky to have been born in your family. God has blessed you with a lovely, big family, and may He continue to do so! much health and happiness xx

Thank you, your video is such a blessing to me. I don't feel like you ramble at all, you explain things well. This video touched on so many things that can be helpful to others.

I just love and so look forward to you weekly videos. Your explanation of these questions is so good. God bless you and keep you. See you next Sunday❤😊

I so enjoyed this video! Thank you Jessica for this get to know us. You and Adam are raising beautiful children, you should be proud!

You are absolutely wonderful! My sons all chose to sleep in one room growing up and to this day they talk multiple times a day and their children are best friends❤️❤️❤️

I love the way you and Adam have chose to parent. Loved this video and so glad to see you doing well. Regardless that you have sicky days, you're still glowing and absolutely beautiful!! Inside and out!

I've had crohns disease since I was a young girl so it's all I know. I've had all but one metre of my intestine removed over the years. I also have constant kidney stones, raynauds, arthritis clotting but also near fatal bleeds, aspergers, anemia, short bowel syndrome, extensive venous damage etc etc. Twelve years ago when I was 32 my life long specialists gave me two years at the most to live which was realistic considering my extensive health history. I was unlucky to get such a mass of other illnesses and near fatal complications. I can't even remember how many times I've been resuscitated. I believe that I have not yet accomplished my full purpose so God gave me the miracle of living so far 10 years longer than expected. I already know that you have a complete understanding of what your body needs by how you talk and your other videos and that puts you at an advantage. If you ever want someone to talk to that understands just message me. I wish you all the best. Xx

@JESUSistheTRUTH-ROBLOX

2 жыл бұрын

JESUS CHRIST is LORD. the Gospel is simple, salvation is too. by grace through faith, no works will do. give your [entire] life to Him Who loved you and died for you. repent ye of your sins and be saved.

@jessicabulloch5302

2 жыл бұрын

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@amyrivers4093

2 жыл бұрын

@@JESUSistheTRUTH-ROBLOX why are you assuming that I'm not walking with the Lord? A positive and supportive Christian would look at my comment and say the Lord is with her and through Him she has been given a miracle of extra years. You make it sound like my illness is because I'm a sinner. Two guys broke into my house this week and I immediately thought that maybe they had a family to feed and they were desperate for money so I asked them if I could help them in some way. So even at a time when I was absolutely terrified my first thought was to help another fellow human. Of course I'm not perfect but my health story is a testimony to those who question if God exists. I think that maybe you need to think about how to talk to others about your belief instead of implying that someone is a sinner and therefore has caused a bad/negative event or situation. You will reach more people with this approach.

@bezagebremedhine5102

Жыл бұрын

Amazing story. Thanks for sharing. I believe enduring suffering is the most beautiful way of being close to God. Love you. God bless

Great video. Love your parenting style, your children are so blessed to have you both💕

This was such an enjoyable video. Thanks for the posting. I was diagnosed with Crohns 32 years ago and wish I had done what you did. Now I'm left with short bowel syndrome. Too many surgeries. But I know its not too late. God heals at every stage of our journey. Thanks for your openness about your journey.

You are living the dream! I often pray for a more simple life. Homeschooling our kids definitely helps❤️

Congratulations to you and your family Jessica!! Your explanation about your children and faith truly makes me happy. As a new grandmother I will be praying that my new faith guides me to being a good person in his life.

Always love your Q & A’s. You never “ramble”….you have a gift for writing (on instagram) and a gift for speaking! Hopefully you will be feeling better soon 🙏🏻

Thank you for sharing! Your “rambling” as you described it made ALOT of sense to me! You put into words my heart felt desire for my children in regards to living by convictions. Wonderfully said. God bless you!

Love your answers and the heart behind them.

I love your videos Jessica! You are such a light in this dark world and because of that your children will be too! Praying for you and your sweet baby's health. ❤

Thank you very much for all your sharing. It was a lot of important topics to cover. Blessings of health, energy and rest. Susan

You are a wonderful mother! Your convictions are beautiful and your choices as a mother are admirable. I think it’s amazing to let your children read, pray, think about how they will show their love and devotion to God instead of forcing them. To provide a foundation and allowing their faith to grow independently is so important and won’t lead them to rebelliousness. You’re a wonderful example of a Christian Mother and women, thank you for the inspiration 💖🙏🏼

I really enjoyed listening to your q&a session, thank you take care xx🇬🇧

You are an outstanding woman! Everyone needs someone like you in their lives! You are truly inspiring to me! 🥰

Thank you for sharing your family and story with us.

I LOVE your thoughts about your convictions and your children! ❤️

I love hearing about your family lifestyle. I admire that you are content with a less than perfect house. love your heart attitude! Thanks for sharing about the raised beds drying out faster that is a deal breaker for me and that was a my experience when I dabbled with that.

Love hearing how you feel about so much. Praying for a healthy pregnancy. God's blessings to you and your family.

Your content did make sense Jessica. Very good Godly answers. Love your sweet family.

You make perfect sense and I love your rambles.

Loved your explanation about head covering and everything else.

Thank you for sharing your personal life. You have a beautiful family. 🙏❤️

I enjoy your videos. I learn so much watching your videos. It's helping me to be a better parent to my grown kids and grandkids. Keep on rambling. 👍

Wonderful share! Thank you! 💝

You say you are rambling in regards to your daughters and that you don't make sense but you did and are making sense. You are a wise woman a wonderful mother and wife. Sending blessings to you and your family xxx

Just wanted to say that I'm so happy to have come across your channel. I was on the look out for food preserving instruction. I follow a few channels because I've found I'm not getting all the instruction and teaching I need from only one channel. So i follow one for gardening with flowers and plants, another for growing food and now your channel for preserving food. Amazing content, so enjoyable to watch, I've subscribed. Thank you for sharing your life, and what a life, wonderful. God bless and take care now xxx

Thank you for sharing. What an amazing gift you have given yourself and your children in a world where allergies, crones and colitis are common and where convenience food is everywhere. I have healed from mild colitis by eliminating certain foods including FODMAP ones. I am so grateful to have come off two medications in my early fifties. This clip has been a reminder to encourage myself on how far I have come and reminds me I owe it to myself to keep eating clean so I can live a long healthy life.

Thank you for sharing.

What a wonderful woman you are. God bless you and your family xx

You’re family is such an inspiration ♥️ I’m 38 and just over 14 weeks also ( Due Dec 9th) congratulations and prayers for renewed energy levels.

I really enjoy your videos! Thank you for sharing!

I really admire your work as a mom and wife, blessings to you and your beautiful family Jessica

PROUD OF YOU, JESSICA. Confidence. Seniority. Certain. 😁 You ROCK!

@sadieandersen9993

2 жыл бұрын

My sentiments exactly!

My homeschooled grandkids (age 14 & 16) wanted to try public school again last year. It lasted 7 weeks and they hated it. They had gone to public elementary school for early ed and were more than happy to leave it. They both graduated in January and finished one semester of college in May.

Thank you for sharing. As a fairly new Christian and learning more about who I am in my faith I really appreciate this video.

You have great ideals. Praying for a healthy pregnancy for you. Take care and be blessed.

Enjoyed your Q and A. 🥰

The head covering made perfect sence to me. I understand it very well.

This was very refreshing.

My son has ulcerative colitis, a relative of your Crohn’s disease. He maintains a very strict regimen and essentially, eats no “white” food, I.e., flour, refined sugar, rice, potato, bread, pasta, etc. Basically, he eats protein and vegetables. His UC remains in remission. I so admire his adherence to his diet, it is difficult at times. He is fortunate that his lovely wife cooks to his needs, using for example, honey as sweetener, almond flour, etc. it was interesting to hear of your family’s dietary needs. It is not easy but you seem to juggle it well.

My oldest has allergies as well, then with my 2nd I drastically changed my lifestyle & diet , now the rest of the children are allergy free☺️ I really believe if the mother has a healthy gut the baby most likely will as well.. I love your style of cooking❤️

I have great respect for you even more so after hearing your answers to these questions.

Enjoyed it!

Hello there, just found your channel today and subscribed. First impressions- cozy, homey, down to earth, peaceful, relatable....😊 Thanks for the Q and A, it gave me an nice overview of your life and family. I loved your thoughts about gardening and how it fits into your life, as well as your comments about your children and letting them read the Bible and come to their own convictions on non salvation issues. I think that you are showing a lot of wisdom. I'm a homeschool momma to 4 and I can tell that I am going to really enjoy your channel. God bless! 😊 Rachael F.

I just love you, your family, channel and videos. 5hank you for all of your sharings and my you all always be blessed, we are praying for you all

You made perfect sense. Thank you ;-)

Beautiful video thank you for sharing.

Thank you for sharing 😍

I love hearing about how you parent. I am a teacher. I have seen how guiding children verses forcing issues impact.

I have Crohn's disease too. I was diagnosed as a teenager and the doctor had me try many different medications that never worked for me and only made things worse. I finally got mine under control by my diet as well. I still have a few flare ups throughout the year but it's nowhere near as bad as the flare ups used to be.

My son had FPIES when he was younger. I had undiagnosed multiple sclerosis when I was pregnant with him and I'm convinced the inflammation from my body cause his allergies.

I can relate to your journey of discovery after having a child, seeking a way of life that is best for your family. Thanks for sharing.

@bonniepalmatier4664

2 жыл бұрын

Love your video. Each child is unique and I agree it is better to let them find their own way. Spiritually it is still our responsibility to guide them. You are setting a very good example for them and God will bless you and your husband. I do have a question..do you sew your dresses or purchase them? I live in a rural area and Wal-Mart is it! I may look for a pattern. Thank you!

Love your videos! Having my second baby in December. So excited for a winter baby. ❄️

Interesting, anaphylaxis has guided my adult life. It was sudden onset in the early 80s, almost died but made it through. So much of what most people take for granted is not feasible for me. Your son is so lucky to have a family that adjusts to his necessities, I was not so lucky, but have managed to survive and make a life for myself. I am also lucky that one person shares the struggle, providing me with a new family.

We couldn't grow anything because of the clay soil and whatever the previous owners dumped in the ground, so this year we built above ground beds and used cattle panels, and everything is growing really good. And yes, the soil we got was just like you, local and premium, but I've had to fertilize to bring it up better. We live in mid Michigan.

Jessica, I just love how you live your faith in front of your family and on this channel. You have been a wonderful example of a Christian woman to me. Thank you.

May God bless you with new found energy!

Great video!!

My daughter has crohn’s and has for many years. We on medications also and found that eating keto works for her. She lost a ton of weight and is in great shape and feels so much better.

@CG-mj8tk

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I'm curious is she actually in Ketosis? Or just eating low carb? Does she have to eat under a certain amt of carbs? Ty so much. 🙏

My children have also complained about how much school work I'm asking them to do. It's typically 1-1.5 hours. We've talked about how long a normal school day lasts vs what they're being asked to do. We also talk about homework they would be expected to complete in the evenings. One of our major reasons for continuing to homeschool is that my husband is a teacher and once he gets home around 3:30-4:00, the evenings are family time. We don't have to waste hours doing homework because our school work is done before he gets home.

Wonderful thank you for your view and sharing

Thank you for the information on the gap diet. I was diagnosed with severe colitis with recommendation of either major surgery or IV infusions. Still trying to wrap my mind around it. You have given me a place to research.

@CG-mj8tk

2 жыл бұрын

Having the book is so helpful.

Thank you for this Q&A! I really enjoyed your explanation regarding Christian convictions. I was raised in a Pastors home and forced to follow the convictions of my parents but didn’t understand it for myself. As a young adult and young parent I tried to find a balance, like you, and explain to my children why I followed certain things. My children are grown now and we have all grown in our own walk with the Lord. We are very close and talk about everything. I cherish that!

Very good Q and A Jess, I loved this one! You look great also. I know you said you are feeling very tired and I am dealing with the same this pregnancy I’m 30 years old and currently 9 weeks with our 3rd child, I’ve had 3 miscarriages as well. This pregnancy I am just feeling extremely tired some days I need a nap or I won’t make it the entire day! Praying for you during this pregnancy💜

@marjoleint3592

2 жыл бұрын

I recognise this so much. I took more vitamine D3 and Floradix (iron supplement from fruit en vegetables), vitamine C and that helped me a lot with energy. Greetings from the Netherlands

I can relate to you on the old farmhouse. Ours was built in 1910, and there have been two major additions. It is a bit choppy and odd. But we love living here. In the middle of Kansas, on 13 acres with chickens, a garden, fruit trees. I want so badly to raise our own beef.