Sand Boxes in the Greenhouse & Flower Bed Cleanup! 🏖️✂️🌿 // Garden Answer

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  • @zormier2002
    @zormier2002 Год назад +277

    Who else wanted to watch grandma play with the kids?? Gives my heart joy to see a healthy relationship between kids, parents, & grandparents.

    • @susanmason3432
      @susanmason3432 Год назад +6

      Me ❤❤❤

    • @suziperret468
      @suziperret468 Год назад +2

      Me!

    • @absurdistsloth
      @absurdistsloth Год назад +3

      Never thought I would say this, but me! As a kid I missed out on ever playing with my grandparents, so I love to see those warm family interactions even just for a brief second.

    • @mypeacefulgarden441
      @mypeacefulgarden441 Год назад +2

      Me

    • @tulle7358
      @tulle7358 Год назад

      Me ❤😊

  • @oilinmylamp
    @oilinmylamp Год назад +155

    I love how Benjamin was excited to show Samantha Grace. So sweet how SG showed Grandma, “TaDa!” Love the giggles too! How sweet! 🎀 🛻

    • @joemcdaniel6341
      @joemcdaniel6341 Год назад +1

      I actually laughed out loud when SG said "TaDa" to Grandma Susan.

    • @susanwoywood6334
      @susanwoywood6334 Год назад +1

      Benjamin and Samantha Grace are a delight!

  • @LuigiNotaro
    @LuigiNotaro Год назад +177

    How lucky are these kids to have such wonderful parents? ❤

  • @amiemuir9072
    @amiemuir9072 Год назад +65

    You're such a fun mom, your kids are going to have so many amazing memories growing up ❤

    • @carroldahl461
      @carroldahl461 Год назад +4

      I'm a grandma like that, too. Just get in there and play with the kids.

    • @pamelacallaway3922
      @pamelacallaway3922 Год назад +1

      Playing with the grands is pure joy! 😊

  • @oilinmylamp
    @oilinmylamp Год назад +77

    There’s just something relaxing and satisfying about watching garden cleanup.

    • @choctaw5050
      @choctaw5050 Год назад +2

      Watching… is my key word. Lol😂

  • @sherylemoore8626
    @sherylemoore8626 Год назад +55

    I really like the soundtrack. It is so soothing. I did some cleanup myself today. The kids will have such a great time with the sand boxes. Russel's face and expression were priceless!

    • @PlantNerd1966
      @PlantNerd1966 Год назад +1

      Yes, what is this music?

    • @muantei9782
      @muantei9782 Год назад +1

      8:56 this kind of music is why i used to watch garden answer in the mornings

    • @MonicaKatie
      @MonicaKatie Год назад +2

      I know! That soundtrack is beautiful! I used the Shazam app and found out it is “Remove the Complexities” by Peter Sandberg

  • @theglamgram
    @theglamgram Год назад +64

    Oh my goodness, Benjamin’s little thumbs up 👍🏻 when you said “Let’s do this!” He’s been such a joy to watch grow up. A special soul. Question: Laura, did you create the stage Christmas background for church this year?

  • @janiceslifco146
    @janiceslifco146 Год назад +5

    Benjamin and Samantha Grace are so cute and responsive. The small plastic pools are perfect for sandboxes for them and they will enjoy those for a long time. So sweet to see Grandma playing with them.

  • @danajorgensson2540
    @danajorgensson2540 Год назад +33

    Isn't it wonderful you have an indoor space to create another play area for the kiddos. Outstanding that both Benjamin & Samantha can enjoy their new sandboxes. Good on you!

  • @vernayoung2467
    @vernayoung2467 Год назад +18

    "Ta Da"!! Your children's excitement never gets old. Love, love your channel.

  • @juelclyne7392
    @juelclyne7392 Год назад +23

    The kids playing in their sandbox is magical. Russell is like this is a perfect place for a nap 😂😂

    • @dlsdyer9071
      @dlsdyer9071 Год назад

      I am afraid the cats are going to think it is the perfect place for something else… glad they are covering them😅.

  • @Prettykittychimi
    @Prettykittychimi Год назад +2

    Russel says thanks for the new fancy litter pans!

  • @vmfreckle
    @vmfreckle Год назад +9

    This was a wonderful video! I loved seeing Susan at the end with the babies! Such a beautiful sight!!

  • @lisafenno4563
    @lisafenno4563 Год назад +11

    It's always the simple things in life that bring the most joy.

  • @nancyweaver1157
    @nancyweaver1157 Год назад +23

    Seeing the kids come running out made me smile, but Samantha's ta-da and Benjamin's " it needs more details just took the cake !! ❤❤😂A great video at the time of year when family is extra special. 😊❤

  • @jodip719
    @jodip719 Год назад +12

    This was such a relaxing video. The music is so peaceful. I just had a revision on a foot surgery yesterday morning so in a bit of pain and I can't take pain medication, makes me sick. This just made me so calm and I nearly forgot about the pain. So what I needed this morning so I am very thankful. 🙏

  • @tammiebrown6717
    @tammiebrown6717 Год назад +7

    I loved watching Benjamin lead Samantha Grace out to show her the sandbox. He's such a sweet big brother!!!
    Then, when your mom came in. That was so precious.
    I always enjoy watching

  • @carmenmarcinkiewicz7149
    @carmenmarcinkiewicz7149 Год назад +1

    Samantha:: "TA-DA"......Oh my, what loving hearts your family has. Seeing Susan playing with Benjamin as well.......such sweet memories for your family.

  • @maryanderson6897
    @maryanderson6897 Год назад +6

    This video brings joy on so many levels with the clean up, the kid’s excitement for the sandbox, Samantha’s giggle when kitty gets next to her, the “TaDa” and grandma playing in the sandbox too. My heart is full

  • @jaleinegreen7411
    @jaleinegreen7411 Год назад +19

    Such a great idea for the tiny pools to be used as sandboxes for the kids! So happy to see Benjamin and Samantha enjoying their new play spots!
    💙💕

  • @lauravandien2363
    @lauravandien2363 Год назад +8

    How sweet Benjamin was showing Samantha the sandboxes. I think Grandma enjoyed it too🤣

  • @lindafromidaho2932
    @lindafromidaho2932 Год назад +1

    I absolutely love that the kids have a young and vibrant Grandma to play in the sand with them, and Samantha's love for her kitties is beautiful!!
    And thanks for the dinner idea - I made the same soup, and it was fabulous!!

  • @patricialester2416
    @patricialester2416 Год назад

    Benjamin is so direct he knows what he wants he knows what he's doing that is really a delight for a child to have that he's going to do real well in life 🐸🐸🐸

  • @laraemitchell9064
    @laraemitchell9064 Год назад +7

    Samantha and Benjamin are really lucky children. Two fabulous parents, and grandparents close by, aunts, uncles and cousins. It’s how I grew up (in the same area where they are). It’s getting more rare in modern times to have that level of contact with extended family. We can’t turn back the clock, but it is something to think about to try and hold onto as much as possible.

  • @lindahopps739
    @lindahopps739 Год назад +5

    How lucky are you to be able to go out and work in the gardens at this time of year! You have the sweetest children! Tadah!

  • @eury5405
    @eury5405 Год назад +2

    Russell and his big digging mitts ready to go!! ❤❤😂😂😂❤❤

  • @iartistdotme
    @iartistdotme Год назад +4

    Aaron even holds the door open for his Laura while going into the greenhouse! What a gentleman! One perfect little 'room' as far as winter interest is the entrance to/from the raised beds - elderberry bush branches steels the show, the bench, supports, arches, and large pot all provide wonderful structure with the arbs behind. As Laura would say - perfection!

  • @greenthumbelina7331
    @greenthumbelina7331 Год назад +1

    Laura, here's a suggestion for covering the sandboxes to keep the cats out. We did this for our grandkids on our patio. I purchased 2 kiddy pools one slightly larger than the other (when they were on clearance) to use as a lid. I checked that out at the store before buying them. We turned the large one upside-down as a cover for the smaller pool. It was light enough for even the littlest grandchild to remove and recover the sandbox when they were finished playing. It only took once for a cat to use it as a litter box, after that, they always covered the sandbox when they were finished playing. 🤣😂🤣

  • @PinkyBlue1054
    @PinkyBlue1054 Год назад +4

    Douglas always pops his head in... darting around obv at hyper-speed video...lol.. Such a sweetheart!!.. xx The scene is set when you get kiddies, kitties and music while you tidy and gain ground even in December.. :) .. I just allow my mess to mulch down over winter but I can see the difference when its cleaned up.. so good looking and calming.. I understand from what you say that the cleanup gets rid of undesirable bugs.. whoop

  • @RedRaspberryRow
    @RedRaspberryRow Год назад +4

    What fun for the kids! They are going to remember these times. What could make the surprise better? Nana playing with them!❤❤❤

  • @MonicaKatie
    @MonicaKatie Год назад +1

    The background music during the cleanup is absolutely beautiful and set such a wonderfully magical feeling. ❤️🥰

  • @hford101
    @hford101 Год назад +27

    Why don't you create a tree house and maybe a sandbox for the kids in the wooded pond area? That would look neat and blend with the theme. They would love it! ❤

    • @terri.schenk
      @terri.schenk Год назад +3

      Oh my goodness that’s a great idea! It’s so much better than a swing set/play ground.

    • @joemcdaniel6341
      @joemcdaniel6341 Год назад +7

      A tree house would mean a BIGGER tree Aaron!

  • @stadlerlisa3468
    @stadlerlisa3468 Год назад +11

    When I saw these in storage as you were walking by I was thinking that's a great idea to store your pond plants.

  • @msv3402
    @msv3402 Год назад +1

    What a fun spot for the kids to play while you work close by. Samantha and Benjamin are just so cute and excited to show off their sandboxes 😊

  • @LB-vl3qn
    @LB-vl3qn Год назад +1

    The hours of imaginative play your children will get out of these sandboxes will be the stuff of memories for them. Samantha has learned well how to treat the kitties and Russell rewarded her with a sweet head bump on her sleeve. His look at 15:37 says it all though: "Where is my sand box, Mom?" ~ Lisa

  • @lorihanby6733
    @lorihanby6733 Год назад +7

    Benjamin is such a darling boy and wonderful big brother! So sweet to see him show Samantha the surprise and her adorable “tada” for Grandma! I see a few “beach” parties in your future this winter. 😊😎💕
    I LOVE that you are doing fall cleanup!!! I’m a bit tired of so many people insisting that we should leave everything till spring. It’s so much nicer to have cleaner beds after a winter of snow than to have a mushy mucky mess to deal with.

    • @jgwood10
      @jgwood10 Год назад

      Also the unwanted insects overwinter in the debris.

  • @mistygeller3193
    @mistygeller3193 Год назад

    I did too!! What a sweet family and what a wonderful grandma!! 😂 I’m a new grandma and I absolutely can’t get enough of that simple innocent joy! Thank you so much for sharing!!

  • @mrsbeckydaisy
    @mrsbeckydaisy Год назад

    I love seeing the kids ❤. Every time I see Benjamin and Samatha they are so sweet towards one another. It just warms my heart and reminds me how much I miss those years with our children. They are grown before you know it. 😞

  • @francesorser6614
    @francesorser6614 Год назад

    Benjamin, Samantha and you hit the jackpot with your MOM! She is a GEM!

  • @carolynmcelmeel1851
    @carolynmcelmeel1851 Год назад

    The excitement little ones show when they are please warms my heart to the core. Enjoy each and every minute they are this age, it disappears far to fast. Better playing in the sandbox than playing on a tablet. 💗💙

  • @michelekarner2701
    @michelekarner2701 Год назад +1

    ❤ Hey, Laura, you can use a fitted sheet over the sand boxes as protection from the cats. Thanks for sharing your family adventures.

  • @Debbie3360
    @Debbie3360 Год назад +3

    I loved the way your mom just came in & started playing w the kids. Reminds me of my mom & my kids. She would spend hrs playing restaurant.

  • @dazereigh
    @dazereigh Год назад

    Imagin the kids having videos like this to look back at when they’re grown, spending time with mum and dad. Nostalgic.

  • @suzettebergeron484
    @suzettebergeron484 Год назад +1

    So adorable watching the kids with the sand pools!! They are just the sweetest things!! 😊

  • @relaxingnatures81
    @relaxingnatures81 Год назад +4

    Love the reactions of your kids to their new sand pool😊

  • @marinbandel2574
    @marinbandel2574 Год назад +6

    Good morning Laura and family! The kids will have a great time coming out to the greenhouse on a cold day and playing in the sand. I love to see children using their imagination. Good job Laura and Aaron! Hugs from N.C..❤

  • @susanvonrauensteinbreuls6058
    @susanvonrauensteinbreuls6058 Год назад +3

    Love these videos full of love and awesomeness thx Laura aaaa and Russel is just so sweet trying to be part of the activities ( he just loves Samantha), and Benjamin just love spending time with his mom..

  • @marianhintz9981
    @marianhintz9981 Год назад +3

    The kids are gonna play in the sand all winter! So fun!! Love their reactions!!❤

  • @saintzk123
    @saintzk123 Год назад +3

    Awe the best part was the kids joy over their little same boxes. So fun.. " ta- dah" so cute

  • @gelinda2718
    @gelinda2718 Год назад +5

    How adorable and excited the kids are it so sweet ! And Russell is excited as well lol he's like o my goodness for me thank you 😂😂🙄😻🙀

  • @lynnefranks3
    @lynnefranks3 Год назад +3

    Laura and Aaron, Thank You both for allowing us the joy of following you and your family. I believe the reason you are so successful is not just gardening but your goodness is so enjoyable and comforting to watch. Goodness with each other, your children and your family! It's gardening that I tune in for, but I come away with SO MUCH MORE! Inspiring and Motivating in every way. If only the world had millions of YOU on You Tube we'd be better humans! God Bless you this Christmas and always! Hugs from SC!

  • @sandykoenig1666
    @sandykoenig1666 Год назад

    The sandboxes are great for the kids. I love how Benjamin took Samantha Grace out to see the sandboxes and then when Grandma got there Samantha Grace says Ta Da!

  • @earthgirl7267
    @earthgirl7267 Год назад

    The babies!!! Benjamin and Samantha are adorable. 🥰😍❤

  • @salimorton641
    @salimorton641 Год назад +9

    Good morning everyone! 😊I had to laugh when I saw the snap shot of kids playing in their own sandboxes! Now how did😅 we see that coming? Now I hope they kitty proof them. Okay now I must watch the video! Have a blessed day everyone! Wasn't that "ta da!" for Susan adorable?!

  • @jazzcanada2001
    @jazzcanada2001 Год назад

    Samantha is so cuteeeee….little Aaron, and Benjamin is little Laura😊…. Your family is a blessing….

  • @angiebrockett7621
    @angiebrockett7621 Год назад

    New Gardner in Ohio: Love seeing Benjamin enjoying his sandbox and helping. You are so blessed to be in your garden in Dec.

  • @barbararohrs9359
    @barbararohrs9359 Год назад +2

    I used these round pool sandboxes also for my grandkids. To still keep animals out i got some inexpensive round elasticized round vinyl tablecloths.

  • @milliethemillinator3154
    @milliethemillinator3154 Год назад

    Loved the sweet overlay music while Laura was cleaning, very relaxing and lovely. The 80's-ish electric music isn't it. 😂 And I'm an 80's girl! 😂 Seeing the kiddos is so sweet, amazing memories are being made for them. God bless you all and keep you safe.

  • @kathynorris2371
    @kathynorris2371 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing! Love your beautiful family!

  • @royde-bo-hun3113
    @royde-bo-hun3113 Год назад

    Sooo awesome for the kids. You 2 are amazing parents and loved seeing Grandma come play. I learn so much from you Laura. Thank you for teaching me something, literally almost every video you make. Be blessed amazing family.

  • @leighseymour235
    @leighseymour235 Год назад +6

    Loved Samantha's reaction, "ta-da" and seeing your Mom with Benjamin. Everyone I see you do clean up in your garden, I gain knowledge. Thank you Laura!

  • @sf55514
    @sf55514 Год назад

    Love how Samantha got right to it. Good to see Susan always.

  • @SarahWisnewski
    @SarahWisnewski Год назад

    Samantha looks so much like your mom. Good memories for your kids.

  • @michelled4042
    @michelled4042 Год назад

    So sweet, loved the kid's reaction. Cute babies. Cute kitties. Loved Russell's reaction. The look on his face when he was removed from the sandbox. Like " are you kidding me?" Glad you just decided to cover them and the cats still have their warm spot. Peaceful and motivating watching the clean up.

  • @shirleyperry5658
    @shirleyperry5658 Год назад

    And when it warms up, give the kids a bucket of water with the sand and they'll enjoy it for hours! Our sandbox toys all came from thrift stores, nonrusting metal cups, dishes and utensils!

  • @gwtaylor70
    @gwtaylor70 Год назад

    Love the Peter Sandberg music playing in the background during Laura’s garden cleanup

  • @JRP58
    @JRP58 Год назад

    What a fun treat for the kids. I loved playing in the sand when I was little. Russell sure wanted in on the action!

  • @linda7726
    @linda7726 Год назад

    Great idea for Samantha and Benjamin! You really are a “kid at heart” Laura❣️☺️

  • @paulet990
    @paulet990 Год назад

    It has been unseasonably warm in Wisconsin, too, and I couldn't be happier about it. Just beautiful.

  • @michelelee5339
    @michelelee5339 Год назад

    Such a warm and cohesive family. Blessed 🙌 ❤

  • @terri.schenk
    @terri.schenk Год назад

    When I was a little girl my favourite toy was a sandbox my Grampa made for me between the fence and his garage. Their imaginations can go wild! 🥰

  • @Lynne71098
    @Lynne71098 Год назад

    I’d love to see you add a simple green wreath with a red bow ( maybe pine cones) to your beautiful white barn just above the door❤… You take such loving, fun care of your cuties with the sand boxes.

  • @inspiringgardenkorner
    @inspiringgardenkorner Год назад

    So love seeing you getting the kids involved in gardening maintenance. Teaching them while young helps them gain knowledge and understand hard work.

  • @tonigardella4165
    @tonigardella4165 Год назад +1

    Such happy memories that you’re creating for your children. They are going to look back at their childhood and have such a positive impact on the rest of their lives .. Wonderful ❤🌲🌲❤

  • @beverlyasleson3321
    @beverlyasleson3321 Год назад

    What a great idea for the sand box the kids are having so much fun loved it when Samatha showed Grandma and said tada! Clean up is looking good.

  • @lidiajimenez2728
    @lidiajimenez2728 Год назад +4

    Love seeing Samantha Grace playing and Benjamin play with the sand they were having fun👍😊💜👧👦🙏🎅🎄🎄

  • @summergirl15
    @summergirl15 Год назад +5

    So awesome to see such wholesome, family activities. Great video. ❤️

  • @lauraturley5612
    @lauraturley5612 Год назад +8

    Looking at Benjamin grow up on your channel. Does he like to revisit your older videos to see when he was younger. Glad the kids love their sand pools. A warm place to stretch their legs during the Winter. This video reminds me I have some garden clean ups to complete this weekend too.

  • @pattytramonto3103
    @pattytramonto3103 Год назад

    Laura, It's just so nice to watch you "clean up" and cut back your garden spaces because it helps me feel comfortable doing the same! Love the sandboxes!

  • @willowingchintz
    @willowingchintz Год назад

    Love the sand boxes! Benjamin and Samantha are just so precious.

  • @camicri4263
    @camicri4263 Год назад +13

    That's awesome! The kids are going to have so much fun!😍
    Have a blessed weekend! Hugs to you all 💖🤗💖

  • @missouriartiste
    @missouriartiste Год назад +2

    It was 68 degrees here is Missouri yesterday. I am loving what I am able to get done this fall. I won't have anything to do in the spring but plant! Love Samantha's reaction to the sand box...so sweet.

  • @rosealvarado264
    @rosealvarado264 Год назад +2

    Good morning all have a safe and blessed day ❤🎄

  • @jeanbrewer576
    @jeanbrewer576 Год назад +3

    Good morning Laura and family
    Seen you doing some clean up makes me want to do the same. The kids are going to have fun playing in the sand. Thanks for sharing, have a wonderful rest of the day and weekend. 🙂👋

  • @marywilson7669
    @marywilson7669 Год назад +1

    I did the same thing for my granddaughter, pool with sand,added cinnamon to keep bugs out,and used a second pool to cover it and put clamps around it to hold closed.

  • @sandyg8794
    @sandyg8794 Год назад

    Hi Laura and Aaron! The kids will have so much fun in their sandboxes, and so will Susan! ;-) The cleanup was good, too. Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @gregandkimpoynter9352
    @gregandkimpoynter9352 Год назад

    Sandboxes are so much fun! Very therapeutic and fun for grandmas too ❤️
    As a grandma myself, we had a sandbox for our grands to play in when they came for a visit. They loved it. One time when our oldest grand and I were playing in the sand, a black widow emerged from under the sand 😮. We always kept it covered too. Not saying this will happen with yours but maybe something to be aware of.

  • @brittany.s_flower_journal
    @brittany.s_flower_journal Год назад

    PERFECT MUSIC to accompany the pruning and cleanup!!👏👏👏💚🎶

  • @patsfaith
    @patsfaith Год назад

    Grass and now sand boxes in the greenhouse!!! Love how you are making this a multipurpose area for you and your family’s enjoyment!!

  • @snowballjennjenn2825
    @snowballjennjenn2825 Год назад +5

    Looks like it’s time for a complete playground set Laura 😊🥰😊

  • @amberpoynter3303
    @amberpoynter3303 Год назад

    We put in an 8x8 sandbox this year in our yard, the kids are loving it. Built a lid frame and just using a tarp stapled to the frame this year to keep the neighborhood cats out :)

  • @bivensbivens8929
    @bivensbivens8929 Год назад +1

    I used my grandsons Thomas the tank engine table and purchased big bags of dried beans, set it up in his playroom in the winter and he had a ball using all his construction trucks. He played in that all the time. Great entertainer for gloomy and wet days outside.

  • @lisahowell3468
    @lisahowell3468 Год назад

    Oh, the kids are so sweet! Reminds me of my 21 and 25 year old kids when they were that age! Savor these little moments! They grow up so quickly! What lucky children! You guys are great parents!

  • @wynorawishum5860
    @wynorawishum5860 Год назад

    Sand boxes, definite winners. Grandmother visiting, awesome. They will enjoy those sand boxes so much and they will be out of the house and in some sunlight this winter.
    The garden cleanup is so satisfying. It always makes an area look buttoned up and ready for spring to come back. Have a blessed day!

  • @ramikhirfan7851
    @ramikhirfan7851 Год назад

    So excited to see Benjamin and Samantha enjoying the sand pots. But more excited to see Mama joining in at the end.

  • @sophiazworldz
    @sophiazworldz Год назад

    Sand has always been a big catch for kids. I can't how many times the sandbox rescued me when the kids were young.💕🇬🇧

  • @lauriespiker5952
    @lauriespiker5952 Год назад

    Love the softer music SO much! Perfect for gardening, even when the video's sped up. ❤

  • @leesaaugustine1444
    @leesaaugustine1444 Год назад +10

    Good Morning! 🎅 It's unreal that you can still do clean up in December! Those little sand boxes are cute. They will get a lot of milage this winter! Love Samantha's reaction to her sandbox & Benjamin doing Ta Da to set the scene!!!! 🥰😲🏖✂️🌿

  • @judyklein3221
    @judyklein3221 Год назад +1

    Samantha and Benjamin are so sweet! Ta Da!! Hours of fun thanks to mom!

  • @sandy-rr1by
    @sandy-rr1by Год назад +1

    Grass was perfect for baby putting everything in mouth. Sand will be a staple for several years!