Thank you everyone for your thoughts and encouragement. Our hope is to be en encouragement and inspiration to many. Excited to have you all along. The countdown has started!

@kellydorney3514

10 ай бұрын

There is such comfort and peace when you know the Lord has opened the door. He will lead you according to His Will. So excited for you and your family!

@Matt-ho6nq

10 ай бұрын

I’m a native Tennessean. My family were German Immigrant homesteaders and we still live on the original farm. If you have any questions about the area I’d be glad to try and answer them. Thanks for the videos!

Alex, just remember that your great grandpa, Abrantes, immigrated legally to America from Portugal in 1923. He was just 17 years old. He became an American citizen. He loved America very much. His most prized possessions were his children and his American citizenship. He would be so proud of you, Simeon and his great great grandchildren. We here are so excited to see you all and give big hugs. Love, Grandma and Grandpa.

@edenelston7668

9 ай бұрын

❤ beautiful family history

If God leads you to it He will lead you through it and He is your source of provision. Be Blessed

In Tennessee is a large community of Amish, hard working people to. May God bless you with great health, creative idea's, wisdom, prosperity and contentment. I'm looking forward to the next release. Until next time.

Half of my family came from Bavaria and the others Lebanon and European mixes 😅. I’ve learned a deep gratitude for their courage and my gift of American born citizenship ❤!!!!!

What a heartfelt video!!!! I am excited for you!!!! May God surround you with angels for safe travels, welcoming country, success in finding what you are looking for as far as a home and acreage is concerned, etc. Keep the videos coming so we can keep up and experience your adventure.

I grew up as a military brat and lived most of my childhood overseas in Europe. My favorite place was a small village in Germany. When I moved home to the US and sought to put down roots for my own children... I found a place that most reminded me of my favorite village in Germany. I've been here 24 years now. I've had enough money to move several times in those years and I choose to stay every time. I like Tennessee... but it's the VA side of the Mountains with it's rolling hills that most settle my soul. I hope you find a place that settles into your heart as well. God Bless.

Simeon & Alex, so excited for you. I'm sure your parents, Alex, are looking forward to your arrival.

I’ll just say my wife and I are very conservative. I’ll leave politics out but the most important thing I hear over and over is: God Wins! Get through 2023 and things will start getting better. Can’t wait until you all get here safely! My wife thinks you should have a separate channel for your ministry and I agree!

@nancyhoskins197

10 ай бұрын

That would indeed be awe inspiring to many, if God so leads. WE continue to pray He will reveal "great and mighty things"! The South is wonderful. Variety abounds, from the mountains to the oceans...

@simeonandalex

10 ай бұрын

We are planning on sharing more and more about our faith and journey on this channel and the ministry will be part of that as it will be part of the farming and our lives. Running two different channels requires a lot of attention and work and KZread has made it really hard to start new channels. On x.com and Instagram we share more detailed about our heart, faith and ministry.

@gshooty55

10 ай бұрын

@@simeonandalex I just want to clarify that either way; on your current channel or a new channel, we welcome all things “Simeon & Alex” with open arms! With that said I know that there is a trend that many channels now have a second channel which features them sitting or walking and talking about events that have transpired with little to no editing. I’m not sure if it’s a just a second income or it helps the algorithms point out their original channel but it does benefit them. There’s a group of homesteaders in north west Arkansas that does this and their channels are really taking off. So that is the only reason I think you should do a separate channel that features weekly sermons. I feel it would really be popular as many of us don’t go to church but still crave the Lords guidance. Right now “hate” would be a good topic. Either way we’ll be anxiously awaiting your next video and we want nothing but the best for you and your family.

@tedreid1035

9 ай бұрын

Ah, but ultimately you didn’t leave out politics.

@gshooty55

9 ай бұрын

@@tedreid1035 conservatism is a way of life.

Both my Father and Mother’s families 2 generations before them moved to the US for family freedom. My Father’s family came from Ireland and my Mother’s family was from Germany. My Mother’s family went to Kansas and created family farms and filled up an entire county. My Father’s family lived in Chicago in neighborhoods filled with people from everywhere. Best wishes and safe travels. Tennessee is such an excellent place to grow, create and celebrate with like minded families. Blessings to all. 🌞🌱❤️

@cynthiafisher9907

10 ай бұрын

@@clearinglandBison isn’t that much of a sellable product, I don’t think. I live in a state adjoining Montana and I have only had bison once in a fancy restaurant. It wasn’t that great, almost a liver flavor.

I’m so excited for you to get to the states! I’m glad you are mentally and spiritually preparing yourselves and your kids for the transition. I hadn’t thought about the culture shock, but I’m sure it will be a struggle now that you mention it. Kids are resilient to this type of change and will probably adjust more quickly than you parents will. Godspeed!

Congratulations!! safe travels and looking forward to your videos as you settle in the U.S. and know Alex's parents and other family members will be beyond happy to have you 'home' - my mother's side of the family is of German descent - Churches in Michigan sponsored their immigration here as early as 1904 and yes, many of them were farmers - God Bless and protect you both and your children 🙏🏾🙏🏾❤

My ancestors came here from Sweden and Scotland. Can't wait to see where you land permanently and where life takes you! The life you will create here! God speed!

My ancestors came to the U.S. in 1865. They left Germany from the Dresden area, traveled to Liverpool, and caught a sailing ship crossing the Atlantic all the way to Galveston, Texas. They traveled another 150 miles from Galveston to central Texas where I live today. They left Germany because they were part of a sect of Germans called Wends. Their language was unique and the Germans wanted them to speak German and lose their Christian faith. They settled on a 200-acre farm and raised 8 children there. I live on part of that farm to this day. The funny thing is after moving here among many Germans, they lost their language. My parents, born and raised in Texas, spoke only German until they were 18 as did everyone. Everyone who knew my mother thought she was a German with her accent. I don't know what you will find in the U.S. to tell you the truth. Four years ago I would have been so optimistic for y'all. With our current Government, we've had extreme inflation. Prices have skyrocketed. I think that will be your biggest obstacle, prices. It is exciting, though I do not really understand why you are leaving and, in particular, why you left Sweden. Was it because the Swedish government was taking your land? As a P.S., my Daughter wants to move to Tennessee but, hopefully, she won't do that until I'm no longer around.

I'm glad people like you are joining us in the USA! Welcome!!!

My Grandma's and Grandpa's homesteaded in Colorado and Utah. They came from England, Scotland, Ireland, and one from Scandinavian (not sure the country). They were part of the Pioneer movement here and they left everything behind in Europe to make a successful life here. All farmers. We will all have to get back to the roots of living, I do Gardening and husbandry but not on a farm scale. When you see so many people leaving their homelands to come here even as bad as its gotten here it must be really bad everywhere else. Pray for all of you who have stayed true to God!

Amen ,Blessings

Simeon and Alex, I am so excited for y'all! We will continue to be praying for this new Journey that you are all be just making the USA your forever home. Wow congratulations on coming home to the USA in October. Amen Trusting God is the key.

Your not coming with zero. You have 211K subscribers. I hope you settle in South Eastern Tennessee I live in the mountains foothills of North Georgia not far from TN. I would love to learn to raise a few cattle as I am getting more carnivore.

I look forward to watch your continuing videos as you adjust to life in the US. I hope all the folks you meet will be a kind a loving people, willing to share experiences and knowledge that will help you moving forward. Have a safe journey and a Blessed day.

Congratulations! 🇺🇸🎯🇺🇸😁

I'm back. My father's parents were born in Sweden in 1866. My grandfather went to sea as a lad and emerged as a ships carpenter by the age of 18. At that point he left the ship and became a carpenter and lamp lighter in Brooklyn, NY. In 1888, my grandparents married and, over the course of years, produced 8 children. All the males in the family were, of course, master carpenters. Born in the 1930s, I broke with tradition and became an aero-engineer. I lost my wonderful wife in 1999. About a decade later, my older daughter told me I was too old to live alone and should join with her family in TN. Currently live in Monroe County, TN. 181 Welch Rd, 37385. Give me a buzz when you get here.

Welcome to America, beautiful family! You are wise to consider Tennessee. ❤ from San Diego.✝️

You are in our prayers. Fear of the unknown is real! Chin up all of you. God is our refuge!

God is restoring His discipled nation, and many devout American citizens are working it His way. You have great experience and grounded faith to persevere with joy and creative spirit. ❤🇺🇸🙏

Welcome! We're looking forward to having you here! We are more similar than different. You have learned to trust the Lord in the past. You will be fine. What you see on the news is not how most of us live. A good church family will help you when you need it. Of course there will be adjustments. The homesteading community will welcome and help you also. Fear not, which you have said you do. Hugs to you and your children. Rose from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You are such a beautiful couple and may you find joy and happiness once your step on US soil. Hope you have a safe journey and we welcome you with open arms in the USA.

So happy you are finally coming to America! God bless you and the kids 🙏🏻

What a lovely couple, best wishes for your move. ❤ Praying for all of you. 🙏🏻

Wow! That's a big move, would love to have you as a neighbor, and fellow American, an wish your family success in all you do.

I know you are trusting God and that we make our plans but HE guides our steps, as we seek His will for our lives. Keep on seeking His will🤗🙏

You’ll love it here! 😊 my 2 kids & me still do - came here (originally from Austria 🇦🇹) in 1978. The American People have big Hearts ❤️

How exciting!!! There’s no better journey than the one God sets you on! Will pray a safe and joyful trip for you all and will pray for the path God has for you when you get to America!😊

Middle Tennessee is the most beautiful, wonderful place to be, even still.....I so hope to welcome you here. Blessings.

So looking forward to your continued journeys! And praying for all of you!

I'm so happy the time has come for your Family 🎉. There is still great opportunity here 🎉. God Speed ❤. JO JO IN VT 🇺🇸💞

Singing "Praise ye the Lord, Hallelujah"! We are excited and anticipate God will continue to do great things in and through you and the ministries He gives you. May you continue to sense His guidance and blessings along your journey! Lovingly from Florida

So glad to have some more Christians coming to America. We need more good people here. Our country is headed down the wrong path. It is not the great country it used to be, but there is still no other place I would rather be. May your journey and your settling be blessed!

Just an FYI there’s a community in Tennessee that is Christian-based or you can buy as much land as you want. They also have Wi-Fi electricity running water except for if you want it and it’s all Christian based just letting you know I’m so happy you finally get to come here. God bless many blessings to you and your family from North Texas.❤

@beenschmokin

10 ай бұрын

An authoritarian cult sounds like a great place to raise a family and explore the freedom and liberty of the USA...

You are off on this great journey. God is and will be with you. Always in the moment Best to both of you

soooo excited for your family!!!!

Thanks for sharing your story and feelings with us! I know a lot of your story because I have been suscribed to your channel since you lived in Sweden. Simeon, I am also a German immigrant to the US. I was born in 1940 and my mother and I immigrated to the US in 1951. My sister met her future husband during the occupation and they started the papers for us to come as well. We crossed the ocean in a ship and landed in NY. Took a train from NY to California. Neither of us knew any English. Lived with family for a time, my mother got a job, I went to school and 1 year or so later she bought us our home. I know what it is like to leave everything you know behind and start a new life with only a suitcase in hand. I lived in CA for 50 years, got married, had 4 children and when they were grown, packed up again and moved to Tennesse. No regrets what-so-ever! God was always with me and I know He will be with you and your children as well. God will bless you mightily!

So happy for you and your family and hope you are making the right decision. The US is going through it's trials and tribulations right now but I can only hope it will change soon. Hope you get to see Art and Bri who you have helped so much in the past and have seen just recently seen that Art is on the mend and God has done his work with him. GOD BLESS, Haffy

Welcome to Tennessee! We love it here. I hope all your dreams come true

Good luck 👍😎🏁

A lot of the times when people left everything in Europe and went to America was during or post war and America looked safe, and with hard work you could reach dreams . Gold rushes, the availability of free or cheap land was a very attractive draw. I wish you all the success you deserve. 🙏🏼🙋🏼‍♀️

Good luck folks.

New subscriber because I want to follow your journey. Keep your expectations realistic and your faith and family strong. Godspeed on the journey.

Been watchin for roughly 3 years. I'm sure a nice warm welcoming, and Welcome aboard👍🇺🇲 Here's a good one to hear. God bless America, land that I love Stand beside her and guide her Through the night with the light from above From the mountains to the prairies To the oceans white with foam God bless America, my home sweet home God bless America, land that I love Stand beside her and guide her Through the night with the light from above From the mountains to the prairies To the oceans white with foam God bless America, my home sweet home From the mountains to the prairies To the oceans white with foam God bless America, my home sweet home God bless America, my home sweet home

So very excited for your little family! What a grand adventure. I am on a similar journey and it is good to hear you speak on the concerns you have, i don't feel so alone in my journey! I am trying to move from a desert homestead to the mountains of Virginia. I'm from NC but it has been nearly a decade of off-grid living in AZ. i anticipate the "culture shock", simply because of moving to a more populated state as well as the happy access to water. I also am continuing to pray for you all as this season is approaching! Blessings and love!

I am so excited for you both.

I can’t wait for the move to begin how exciting. I’m so happy for you all. Granny B 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻

Super! Those two months will fly by. Very exciting and I hope you find your new home soon.

Good luck with your move. You are brave to make a new start in a different country. It will interesting to follow this site and experience your challenges.

Praise God! Exciting but bittersweet. Prayers for you all.

So Happy for your Family that the long wait to go to America is almost over. Safe travels .

Welcome back. Have tried to follow you, have missed you. Hope your dreams come true.

Oh my God. Its getting real!! Prayn for you

Congratulations, to your family! In the next few years I will be making my way to Germany and leave everything behind here. It's scary, exciting, mysterious, and a huge blank for my future. I am only leaving my adult children behind, they are all I have. Soon I will have a husband and maybe a bit more family. I only know life here as an adult. The next chapter will be very different.

@faithevrlasting

10 ай бұрын

Just take care, Germany has outlawed homeschooling years ago so families have come here for asylum and it is being threatened these days. The Romeike family who left for those reasons in 2010 is now being threatened w deportment even though a couple are married to Americans and w children.

The very best life I pray for you and yours. ❤️❤️❤️

OMG. So proud of you guys. I am from the Carolinas and so glad you were coming to the south.

Best of luck to you and the family. We are a family that plan to move to the same country in a few years as well. It's a challenging thing to do. But you seem to have your bearings straight and true. You inspire me!

Good luck guys. Welcome to the USA

My Swedish grandparents emigrated about 1895, as teenagers. Both from large "farm" (1 acre) families with no prospects. My father emigrated from Denmark, (age 33) about 1930. He said because he had only seen American Westerns, and thought everyone was a cowboy. Looking for an adverture, got trapped by the Depression and then WWII.

Most importantly, this is the time to stick closely with the Lord. Stay in God's culture. Have a blessed journey. Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, all these things will be added unto you.

So excited for y'all. My husband and I moved to Tn frim California 22 yrs. ago. We've never regretted our move. We lived in middle Tn for 19 yrs and now in NW Tn for 3yrs. Lots of farm land in both areas but NW Tn is more rural and peaceful. I'm looking forward to watching your grand adventure. Blessings.❤

I've been following you two since almost the beginning of your first post, here on KZread. I know you've had a long journey to get your visa. You two have done it the right way in coming to the States. Choosing Tennessee is a great choice, and you'll find so many opportunities there. I'm two states North west of Tennessee. Shop around for your land there and be patient. I'm so excited for you and your family, and keep us posted. God is good. You're almost here. God Bless!

I wish you safe travels! Many generations ago my mother's family immigrated to America, from Ireland. My father's family came over on the Mayflower. Many of my family members are daughters and sons of the American revolution.

I hope you are part of the reform we need after the last three years we have had to live through. I’m sure you will be. Stay in the country, with other homesteaders and farmers in a conservative state, and you’ll be fine. Homeschool your kids. Find your people and your community of others with similar values. Our country has some work to do, but I am praying we will do it. Arizona and Tennessee are good places to look. I’m sure you are aware of the other states with promise. I’m glad y’all are going to make our country your home. ❤️❤️❤️ 🇺🇸 🙏

Lol regarding the adjustment to, "measurement," differences. Just remember, measure twice, cut once. 😉 God speed.

Welcome!! It's so beautiful to see this story unfold over time and to witness your faithfulness and the Lord's faithfulness to your patient waiting ❤😊 may God bless you in this new chapter!!!

If you go with an expectation of success, of finding the land you need and the acceptance of community you will find it. If you go scared and worrying about failure then that is what will happen. Bless you🙏🏼🙋🏼‍♀️

I would recommend East Tennessee. I emigrated here over 10 years ago and enjoy it. Nice country and great neighbors. Quite rural which I like. Welcome home.

Welcome to America, Simeon, Alex and family. I live down the road a piece, in Delaware! Much Love from your neighbors- about 7 hours away... Best of luck on the final stages of your trek here!❤🎉🛫

🙏🏽 Answer to your prayers! God is good! Looking forward to seeing how God provides and uses your ministry gifts here in USA!

Thank you for your channel... watching from Prince Edward Island... Thanks for starting a church and helping churches as you live your lives farming etc. I am a commercial fisherman who does the same... I fish but work in church planting, working in French West Africa. Etc. Prayers for your move.

We can't wait to welcome and meet you! The Lord Hold you and guide you always!

The LORD gave us this verse when we moved to Idaho when we were about your ages. “A man’s steps are from the LORD; how then can man understand his way.” Proverbs 20:24 That was forty-four years ago and truly His ways have proven higher than our ways. Thank you for your faithful witness.

DEAR SIMEON AND ALEX, IM HAPPY FOR YOU 2. I'd love to meet up with you folks one day! We live in the bluegrass state. Kentucky. Our state borders with Tennessee. Where we are, in the bluegrass, we have plenty of water and plenty of hay. We also go to a Spirit filled church. God bless you. It's rolling hills, forests, green pastures. The fields of grain is just one state north of us. I grew up in the corn belt. If your ever interested in getting together let me know. I pray for a church family for Simeon, Alex and children for them to land and thrive! I love you guys and your kids are so cute 😊. See you soon!

Welcome❤ from Cali

Watch out for Flooding in Tenn. Great choice though!

Welcome! Try not to be overly concerned, most people are good. Greetings from Oklahoma & if Tennessee doesn’t treat you right, just come on over to OK! ;) But TN will be good to you. It’s a beautiful state with nice people.

We moved to Missouri from Wisconsin, we really enjoy it here. One of the most "free" states. Make sure you're looking at the state laws and regulations for wherever you're considering.

My mother was from Germany and interestingly, her maiden name was Fuchs, so there could be some relation. She came from a small village, not too far from Frankfurt. She met my dad who was an American soldier, and I had to leave her whole family to come to the US. it was not easy to be far from her family her whole life. I learn many old ways from her family and from her, of course.. I pray you find your place of grounding here in the US and yes, things have changed here and all over the world. We do however know who is really in charge and that’s what we focus on.

@simeonandalex

10 ай бұрын

That is interesting. I grew up in a village 1 hours north of Frankfurt.

It was 5 years ago I happened upon you in Chandler, AZ in a children’s clothing store. Oh my I was so shocked! Since then i have thought about you all so much. May God’s blessings follow you!

@simeonandalex

10 ай бұрын

We remember very well. Good to hear from you and thank you. God bless you too.

Welcome home brother! Citizenship the next step!

AZ is a good place to acquire hats and boots! You’ll fit right in. All the best!!!

I'm in Tennessee! Welcome in advance!

Congratulations, welcome! You should also check out North Carolina. I like your choice of Tennesse. Just think, you took two years to get here, now take the time to find out where you really need to go, God will guide you!

We live in Tuscaloosa, Al. There is a German community here because there is a Mercedes Benz plant here. The Germans we met a few years back were not believers. I think Tennessee is a great idea.

There's lots of good hardwood trees in Tennessee. Maybe you can mill wood with someone, there's plenty of sawyers around.

I'm so excited for you. I hope to be able to visit your farm in TN one day when you're ready to have the public come visit. I am in NY. My next family vacation is going to include Polyface Farm. We don't go on a lot of trips as we are a large family and it can be expensive, but I want my kids to see religious people engaging with the land and taking control of their food in the process.

Well, how blessed we Americans will be to have your family among us. We as a culture have lost the old ways of faith, family and country. These trying times are calling us back to true priorities instead of shallow worldly values. If you’re not already aware, several vloggers in the homesteading movement are in Tennessee. Get in touch. They will be particularly supportive and welcoming. Many blessings to you!

How exciting!!! My husband's grandparents brought their 4 children from Germany to Canada in the mid-1950s. They initially wanted to go the US but their family member sponsor had a health crisis and could no longer sponsor them. They came to Canada through a farm worker sponsorship program. Oma hated it. It was very cold with lots of snow, and not speaking English was her biggest hurdle. She learned and eventually was a very proud Canadian citizen. I can't wait to see what adventures you all have as you find your Home. Best wishes for your next steps.

Welkom, y’all come to Tennessee!

People emigrate when they think their effort will not be rewarded and their kids wil not thrive in the old country. They are so sure about this that the uncertainty in an unknown country seems less of a risk than staying in the old country. Its a very fundamental deep yearning for meaning. I wish you good courage and great new friendships. And know that you will bring the best of your Swedish culture to the best of your new American culture. ❤ (Holland to Canada 2001 best choice ever, despite of current events) This side of the ocean is more about freedom over security.

Interesting that you mentioned a lot of Germans immigrating to the US about 150 years ago. That is when the German side of my family came to the US. Looking up family ancestry, it is interesting to see how many of those families have stayed in the same area (farming) for generations (born, raised, married, raised their families, and died). That is Southern Indiana. My husband and I moved to Tennessee/Alabama about 17-18 years ago and we love the area. Still working on putting down roots, but I think they are finally starting to take hold! I think the South is a very welcoming region and many are open alternative ways of doing things, in my opinion. Safe travels to you all!

A great family for the USA to gain! You picked a great spot. Its no Texas;) but pretty great

My Swedish and German ancestors moved in late 1880s because of food shortage. I’m 76 and there has been worse times then now. I’m amazed we got through 2 years of shutdown. I’m a half full person and feel blessed here in the USA. I moved from Chicago to central illinois and it was a culture shock. You will find like minded people and settle in after awhile. You never agree totally anywhere. We love woods gardening and animals. Now they are in the form of dogs.

I have long looked to the USA as a country I would like to move to some day. Developments in the last 15 years in how USA society has changed, from both sides of the political spectrum have reversed that to the point that I am now extremely happy I never went there. I still hope you will find what you are looking for. I wish you and your family the best and look forward to following your adventures