Can't wait to order. Been looking for a place to order small farm meats that I can trust to be good honest farmers. Jess says so, is good enough for me....TY TY TY!!!
Once the animals are there, you will not be so stressed. Each trip will be easier for you! Just stop and breathe when your chest tightens, it’s one way of getting Oxytocin’s benefits!
To many details to much talk about but you are both adorable . I put that video to calm myself before a doctor appointement now l am fully stress .... Wow what a complicate life we make for ourselves. I wish you all the blessing possible and good journey Hope the next video will be more calming on me love you take care .
Keep in mind when you put magnets in the mail a paper envelope it goes through a huge mail sorting machine, more than once, with lots of belt turns and twists… magnets could get lost in the process. Use a small bubble envelope would be my advice
We moved a farm across three states and it went fine. It was a hell of a lot of work, but we made it. Quite frankly, you're really not accountable to your viewers. We are just along to enjoy the ride ❤️
ABOUT THE DOGS, IMPORTANT INFO: After a family with a dog(s) move to a new home, THE DOG(S) MAY RUN OFF TO TRY TO FIND THE FORMER HOME, because to them it is still their territory and not the new place. KEEP THEM ON A LEASH WHEN OUTSIDE FOR THE FIRST FEW MONTHS or longer until they have learned that this is their new territory.
Cats especially. They need to stay indoors for 2 months and then acclimated slowly to the outside. I use harnesses on mine bc they will bolt and never come back.
Yes that happened to my friend when they moved 300miles to another house..their collie went missing and two months later the people that bought their other house called them and told them that he had showed up at their house and was real skinny but alive at least..so they rushed to get him..so yes they will..
I can't believe someone had the audacity to tell Jess she can't do something. Bless their hearts lol. They have no idea who they were talking to. You keep that sparkle going ✨ 🌻
Yes!!! I will buy a couple. I need one for my hubs tool box! When we should have been thinking of retirement, we followed his dream and bought a diesel repair shop. I understand "squiggly lines" I have a file folder from my squiggles titled "trail of tears" the frustration is real!
@@marcibailey1948 Do it all. Enjoy the struggle... my son just found out on his birthday of all days, he is ill and will not see retirement. So he and now I with him have just in 2 weeks become Evangelists for living ... not just being alive - going thru the motions but doing what ur passionate about. Kudos to u for supporting your guy n kudos to him for stepping off the well traveled(🥱) path. Peace n blessings.
Again, Watching five months later...the farm is wonderful, you are waiting for a calf to be born (today is her due date). You have come a long way baby!!! So proud and happy for you and your family. Love seeing Whispering Willows on this property. 😍
It also seems like they just got the kitchen remodeled and back together and now they are moving.. it feels so empty sans produce on the counter and children running around.
When you said “we got a double wide” my husband goes “a DOUBLE WIDE?? Ok, rich people” 😂 All in fun. I lived in a trailer most of my life so it’s fun for us to joke about it, especially since I’m always quite passionate about the dumb people who are mad about what you’re doing. 😂 I love you guys so much! I feel like I’m moving, I’m so excited for you guys!! We’re going to be talking with a mortgage person at our bank this week so please wish us luck, Roots and Refuge & Friends!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
"When you have really big dreams sometimes requires seasons of great discomfort" That's for sure! I did follow your logistics schedule and it made total sense to me. But that might be from me driving around my own squiggly line. Best wishes on this next chapter for your family. I will pray for you all to have understanding and patience with a side of calmness. Safe driving to all.
I’ve been trying to be the first like on your videos for like 2 years now and I finally got it hahahaha. Most of the time by the time I click on the notification, there’s always at least 150 likes 🤣 what an accomplishment this is for me LOL
OMG 10 or more days without Bear!! Please record his reaction when he sees you. he will be so happy to see you ❤️ I’m so happy for you and your family. You all deserve every blessing that you are receiving. God bless you and your family to have a wonderful, fun and safe road trip! ❤️🌻🐾
Giiirl, you’re a Carolina girl now!! You’re now obligated to try Dukes’s mayonnaise... lol!!!! We grew up on tomatoes and Dukes!!!! God bless your new property!
Yes! South Carolina girl here! Dukes is a must! Tomato sandwiches are a summer staple. Everyone who gardens even in a small way waits for the first tomatoes so they can have that sandwich with Dukes! Welcome to South Carolina hoping you will love it and feel at home!
Don't forget the windchimes! To me they are like walking by faith esp when you can't see. God is always there & the tinkle of the chimes are a reminder that you are never alone. Great job to you both. I think Miah's need for organization helped a lot in the logistical issues. The two of you so compliment each other. Blessings 🕊🙏💜🌱
The making of that mater sammich kinda covers it all. Adapt and move forward and in the end you will have something glorious to enjoy. I hope and pray that your move goes smoothly without any delays. Bless YOU and all of those who are helping to make your dream a reality.
I made myself my first Costoluto Genovese tomato sandwich as you were talking, Jess. It's the first time I've ever grown from seed to sandwich, too! 🍅🍞😋
Y'all totally got this! I've moved farms 3 times, with countless animals, 3 children, and crazy unexpected challenges. The last time to South Carolina, it's so worth it, and intend that this is my forever home. Wishing you the same 💓
I told my wife that the next time we move, I'm taking three pairs of socks, underwear, jeans and tee shirts. I'll buy new when we get there, lol. Many blessings to you.
Amen! That’s a lot of people, pets and farm animals to move. Prayers for safe and uneventful travels. Can’t wait to see it all on the other side. Blessings 🙏🏻🥰🦋🌻 🍅 🥓 🍞 ❤️😎
One of my favorite things that you tell your children is "You can do the hard things." and then you watch to be there if they need extra help. So, dear Sowers family, you can do the hard things together and we're watching in case you need extra help. :)
Right now it might look like a bunch of squiggly lines; but when you're finally finished with all of the logistics and you're sitting by your pond, swinging from your epic tree, you will be able to step back and see that those squiggly lines are a beautiful masterpiece to bring you to the place that God has planted you.....Home.
Out with the old adventure and in with the new one. My grandmother was born in 1913 and I was about 12 when she purchased her first electric toaster. She previously would "toast" bread on a dry black skillet over a flame just like those which you always use to cook with. Even now when our power goes out due to terrible winter storms or, God forbid, another massive earthquake, I am able to "toast" our bread because I've seen it done. I really like it better but sticking it in an electric toaster is so much easier. May God bless your trips. I'll pray for clear skies, good weather and lots and tons of patience. And everyone said "AMEN!" Oh, don't forget the garden wind chimes.
The flavor of stovetop toast just does not compare to either toaster or oven toast (even if you use the same pan in oven as on top of the stove). Stovetop is the absolute best.
You guys bless me and cause my face to hurt from smiling and laughing. Thank you for sharing so much of your lives and the family. I know God is with you and He has great blessings coming to you for HIS purpose! I will be watching and I will be praying for all of you. In HIS name, Lisa
I lived in GA before moving to AZ (with daughter, 3 grandkids & 3 cats). I haven't been able to grow big tomatoes here.Those big juicy heirlooms on white bread, Dukes and lots of pepper are only a dream for me now 😓
1. YOUR HAIR IS FREAKING AWESOME!! 2. I love your adorable tomato loving self. 3. Seeing your pure joy for SC is sooo exciting 4. I love everything about this video 5. Thank you for being real and raw with us. I have so much respect for you guys, what a beautiful testimony of faith and love
Dear Jess, I have been watching and praying for your family for years. Your move is exactly what i have been praying for for my family. I'd love to talk to you personally. If not your prayers will do. Bless you! ❤❤❤
Military family here. We JUST moved across the country. Spent 5 weeks sleeping on an air mattresses and crummy beds, cleaning, painting, Packing, loading and unloading everything we own. As I look around I still have boxes and “stuff” all over the place. When you said “I’m tired” I felt it in my soul. You’re almost there. You’re in a home stretch. You got this.
As somebody who found you a little over a year ago, I'm addicted to your videos. Lately I've been moved to go back and watch your early ones to admire how far you've come in the last five years. It's very interesting from the perspective of knowing what's happened since. I highly recommend it. Next up is your first full garden tour :-) I can't wait. Blessings to your family - you have been blessed in so many ways.
I may or may not have had to rewind and watch Miah draw the line more than once. Too funny. Hope you all arrive safely with no major hiccups and that you get some much needed rest soon.
i'm crying, happy tears! but also a few sad, your kitchen in the background of you has inspired SO many of my dreams. thank you jess, for everything you have done thus far and everything you will continue to do with roots and refuge ❤️
I am so proud and happy for you. We are in our 70s and starting over with our lives. We bought a farm. So excited. Praying for you and know all things will work out. Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all things give Him the Praise. Gods Blessings.
I love your journey. Even though my journey is different, your willingness to be transparent, your adventures and devotion and pitfalls and triumphs inspire me and shore me up when I hit bumps in the road along my way. I'm so excited for you guys to get settled in and put down those 1st roots! Congratulations, safe travels, and blessings galore!💪🏼🥳💖
Congratulations guys and welcome to South Carolina. You guys have been inspirational and quite a few ways God bless you and yours and God bless the USA
I’m not going to lie, ‘hairy, messy tangle’ is pretty much my life all the time!! You’ve totally got this. You’ve got the right attitude - just do what you can and the rest will fall into place.
I just almost choked on my coffee with Jesss’ comment “ I feel a little tightness in my chest! “ 😆🤣 it is all going to work out like it’s supposed to be. Love y’all!
Birth is something painful but wonderful and majestic. Months of preparations weeks of being uncomfortable trying to get ready and labor...I wish you nothing but the best through these last few pushes and I am so excited watching the new life emerging, blossoming and becoming. Can't wait to watch Roots&Refuge 2.0 grow up.
About moving Chickens. I'm a retired chicken rancher where we moved 100K 22 wk old chickens every 3 months from one ranch 140 miles away from the lay ranch by freeways in the high desert of California. We used semi trucks with a trailer that had wire sides like cattle panels. A second trailer looked more like the cow trailer with holes for air in the sides. Once the truck was loaded we NEVER wanted it to stop because chickens need the air flow. Their bodies generate a lot of heat and without airflow they will die. We always moved at night in the summers. It took us a week of moving at night to move this many chickens with 2 semi trucks. My husband is in heaven now but we were ranchers for 33 years. I love your show, I love your farm, I wear your T-shirts and I want the best for you, Miah and the kids in NC. I pray for your family. You inspire me. Thank you for giving so much to all of us. ❤️
You can do hard things❤️ The last bit is the hardest but soon you’ll be sleeping in your beds again and you’ll settle in 😴 Your hair looks fantastic! The highlights really make your eyes pop💇♀️
Thank you for the update. If it takes a village to raise a child, so too it should to move a family with such abundance. Enjoy your rest moments, your brilliant squiggly lines and remember God is watching over you all through this adventure. 🙏🏻
I had to take a breath around 28:00 because it was stressing me out just listening to the logistics of it. Makes my 3300 mile move in one car seem like a breeze
Who knew a tomato sandwich could evoke so many emotions? I laughed, I cried, I wished I was having one too… I am truly so happy for you and your family. You’ve inspired so many and you will continue to do so. Best wishes and good luck with the squiggly line. Can’t wait to see what’s next. ❤️❤️
God Bless you all!!! Lord keep that hedge of protection around this beautiful family!!! Keep them safe in their travels, I ask this in Jesus' most beautiful name!!!! Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
I moved my chickens in their coop 400 miles, I had the rooster penned separately. In the coop I gave the chickens a head of cabbage and offered water whenever I fueled. The chickens were so content that they laid eggs on the journey. Best wishes for a smooth journey.
We just went through a BIG move and it did feel nuts and when we tried to explain it all to other people it sounded crazy but somehow it all works out! Praying for you guys. ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Bwahahahahaha from East Texas! I am a Lifetime Navy Brat, Army Veteran and Navy Wife. Spent my Childhood packing, moving, and driving from East Coast to West Coast every 3 years. Days in the Station Wagon. Unpacking the house. EVERY opened box was like Christmas. Reestablishing ourselves. New Friends, schools, Communities. I relish those memories... and hassles. Be Blessed on your New Adventure!
Dear Jess, I can definitely feel the stress you are feeling as the pitch of your voice is abnormally high! So thankful you talked it through and could get through it all! By the strength and providence of the Lord this Will all fall into place! Covering you all in prayer, just breathe and keep looking up! 🙌🙏❤️🙏🙌🤗
I began my first garden this year with my grandson this year because of you Jess. Your inspirational journey as a woman , wife and mother was seen in the growth of your garden. Beautiful gardens grow where love blossoms. I wanted to share this with my grandson. And it is an amazing feeling to have watched both my garden and grandson blossom and grow this spring and summer. So thank you for your honesty, humor, and love of helping both nature and people blossom. We live in Beaufort, SC so also welcome to our beautiful state!!!
Jess and Miah, Y'all just need some real down time to be away from all the stress of moving, and establishing a new place. I hope staying at Justin and Rebekah's cabin allows you time to just relax. Sending hugs, and prayers!
WOW. I can't bring myself to watch the garden tour yet but be blessed and carry on. You have taught me I can, you have shown me God, and all I can say is thank you.
That plan is certainly like a complicated game of Chess. But you SO GOT THIS!! You have it all planned out and it is all going to go just beautifully. You are full of grace and when you want to cry, laugh 🌻❤️
So glad you all have gotten everything together and getting moved and taking some time to rest and just spend sometime with the Rhodes they are amazing family. I love them and the work ethic that they have. Just want to say to have safe travels on your journey and God bless you all, and thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.
The seemingly hairy, messy, tangled ball of life always unravels itself perfectly to plan...even if we can't see it at the time! You definitely got this and the future looks incredible.Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
Wow, so take a deep breath and look for joy in the little blessing moments as you go along this curvy line itinerary. Remember, like you said, this is just a season of discomfort for a permanent improvement. You will make it. Hug each other each day and remember relationships are the most important in the midst of the challenging days. Thanks again for sharing this update. Praying for safety and peace of mind for you all.
Y'all have somehow managed to take the hairy, messy, tangle of life and keep it real/personal in a way that makes watching a pleasure. I genuinely wish the entire huge bunch of you the greatest success and happiness in your new locations/experiences. I can't figure out if I should call y'all a family or a clan. It's obviously a wonderful mix of love, laughter, hard work and new horizons. It's a beautiful way to live. Wild like a garden full of volunteers and transplants. Never knowing who will sprout and bloom in any given spot from season to season.
You two are crazy...and I mean that as a compliment. May the Lord bless you and keep you safe (and sane!) as you set forth in this new chapter of your life.
I think I speak for everyone in saying WE BLESS YOU ALL! WHEWWW! LOL You still have your humour so it's all good, squiggly lines and all. My family never moved a farm but being a military fam we moved every 4yrs of my childhood. Your kids will be much better for going through this and I'm sure you know that already. 😉 Wishing you all continued safe travels.
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Can't wait to order. Been looking for a place to order small farm meats that I can trust to be good honest farmers. Jess says so, is good enough for me....TY TY TY!!!
Once the animals are there, you will not be so stressed. Each trip will be easier for you! Just stop and breathe when your chest tightens, it’s one way of getting Oxytocin’s benefits!
God Go with You...ALL.... Safe Travels
To many details to much talk about but you are both adorable . I put that video to calm myself before a doctor appointement now l am fully stress ....
Wow what a complicate life we make for ourselves. I wish you all the blessing possible and good journey Hope the next video will be more calming on me love you take care .
Keep in mind when you put magnets in the mail a paper envelope it goes through a huge mail sorting machine, more than once, with lots of belt turns and twists… magnets could get lost in the process. Use a small bubble envelope would be my advice
We moved a farm across three states and it went fine. It was a hell of a lot of work, but we made it. Quite frankly, you're really not accountable to your viewers. We are just along to enjoy the ride ❤️
Amen. Bless you, Kate.
Agree
Amen!
This! We love you and support you! And thank you for sharing all your love, knowledge, and family! ❤
Absolutely agree and Amen 🙏❤️
ABOUT THE DOGS, IMPORTANT INFO: After a family with a dog(s) move to a new home, THE DOG(S) MAY RUN OFF TO TRY TO FIND THE FORMER HOME, because to them it is still their territory and not the new place. KEEP THEM ON A LEASH WHEN OUTSIDE FOR THE FIRST FEW MONTHS or longer until they have learned that this is their new territory.
Same goes for cats as well.
Especially pyrs❤️
Cats especially. They need to stay indoors for 2 months and then acclimated slowly to the outside. I use harnesses on mine bc they will bolt and never come back.
That is an excellent point! I wouldn't have thought of that. Thank you for mentioning to save potential grief.
Yes that happened to my friend when they moved 300miles to another house..their collie went missing and two months later the people that bought their other house called them and told them that he had showed up at their house and was real skinny but alive at least..so they rushed to get him..so yes they will..
I can't believe someone had the audacity to tell Jess she can't do something. Bless their hearts lol. They have no idea who they were talking to. You keep that sparkle going ✨ 🌻
“Y’all don’t judge me. I’m not making you eat this sandwich.” 😂😂😂
Jess... that's just your polite way of tellingl us you are NOT sharing one crumb of that yummy sandwich! Dont blame you a bit! 😍😉
As a military family...we NEVER say goodbye... we only say SEE YA LATER! so... jess...and fam... see ya later!
I see a new sticker coming: a squiggly line with the caption, "Just color outside the lines."
Love that idea!
Yes!!!!
Yes!!! I will buy a couple. I need one for my hubs tool box! When we should have been thinking of retirement, we followed his dream and bought a diesel repair shop. I understand "squiggly lines" I have a file folder from my squiggles titled "trail of tears" the frustration is real!
@@marcibailey1948 Do it all. Enjoy the struggle... my son just found out on his birthday of all days, he is ill and will not see retirement. So he and now I with him have just in 2 weeks become Evangelists for living ... not just being alive - going thru the motions but doing what ur passionate about. Kudos to u for supporting your guy n kudos to him for stepping off the well traveled(🥱) path. Peace n blessings.
Lol
Your story is the definition of "Do your best and God will do the rest"!
The two of you are some of the most genuine and lovely people on the internet. So happy that you are living your dream and taking us along with you.
Wasn’t it just the other day that you were saying the move was 11 weeks away? Time flies! Glad you’re making your dreams come true!
Again, Watching five months later...the farm is wonderful, you are waiting for a calf to be born (today is her due date). You have come a long way baby!!! So proud and happy for you and your family. Love seeing Whispering Willows on this property. 😍
You've got it all organized! But I'm exhausted just listening to it all!
Mmmm 🍅 tomato sandwich!
It also seems like they just got the kitchen remodeled and back together and now they are moving.. it feels so empty sans produce on the counter and children running around.
And yet God's spirit shines through you both. God bless you and your family. Keeping you lifted in prayer.
I am, too.
When you said “we got a double wide” my husband goes “a DOUBLE WIDE?? Ok, rich people” 😂
All in fun. I lived in a trailer most of my life so it’s fun for us to joke about it, especially since I’m always quite passionate about the dumb people who are mad about what you’re doing. 😂
I love you guys so much! I feel like I’m moving, I’m so excited for you guys!!
We’re going to be talking with a mortgage person at our bank this week so please wish us luck, Roots and Refuge & Friends!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Brilliant words of wisdom from Miah, "You can do it, you just have to colour outside the lines!" To Jess and Miah. WE bless YOU! until next time
"When you have really big dreams sometimes requires seasons of great discomfort"
That's for sure! I did follow your logistics schedule and it made total sense to me. But that might be from me driving around my own squiggly line.
Best wishes on this next chapter for your family. I will pray for you all to have understanding and patience with a side of calmness.
Safe driving to all.
I’ve been trying to be the first like on your videos for like 2 years now and I finally got it hahahaha. Most of the time by the time I click on the notification, there’s always at least 150 likes 🤣 what an accomplishment this is for me LOL
Haha this made me laugh. Well done 👍
Might need to see lol cuz my screen says I was first lol 😂 but for real
My notification said something like 3 minutes ago and there were 85 likes!
@@dallasmaclaren2906 yours was wrong 🤣🤣
OMG 10 or more days without Bear!! Please record his reaction when he sees you. he will be so happy to see you ❤️ I’m so happy for you and your family. You all deserve every blessing that you are receiving. God bless you and your family to have a wonderful, fun and safe road trip!
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Giiirl, you’re a Carolina girl now!! You’re now obligated to try Dukes’s mayonnaise... lol!!!! We grew up on tomatoes and Dukes!!!! God bless your new property!
Amen!!
Duke’s all day every day!
Nothing ever but Dukes. Carolina girl here too! 👌🏽
Yes! South Carolina girl here! Dukes is a must! Tomato sandwiches are a summer staple. Everyone who gardens even in a small way waits for the first tomatoes so they can have that sandwich with Dukes! Welcome to South Carolina hoping you will love it and feel at home!
I’m an Arkansas girl that got to South Carolina as fast as I could. Love me some Duke’s!
"When you have a really big dream sometimes it require seasons of great discomfort".
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Thank you for inviting us to join in your dream.
Lord I wish you all blessings of humor and strength during this move.
Don't forget the windchimes! To me they are like walking by faith esp when you can't see. God is always there & the tinkle of the chimes are a reminder that you are never alone.
Great job to you both. I think Miah's need for organization helped a lot in the logistical issues. The two of you so compliment each other. Blessings 🕊🙏💜🌱
The making of that mater sammich kinda covers it all. Adapt and move forward and in the end you will have something glorious to enjoy. I hope and pray that your move goes smoothly without any delays. Bless YOU and all of those who are helping to make your dream a reality.
Yes, my prayer as well. It’s all going to be worth the tight chest. God is in every step🙏
Perfectly said! 🙏🤗❤️
I made myself my first Costoluto Genovese tomato sandwich as you were talking, Jess. It's the first time I've ever grown from seed to sandwich, too! 🍅🍞😋
“You can do it, you just have to color outside the lines” wow I love it
God bless this house. And who it grew. Thanks for everything.
Jeremiah is right, this is more of a toddler's squiggle than it is a loop. Good Luck and Be Safe on the highway!
Y'all totally got this! I've moved farms 3 times, with countless animals, 3 children, and crazy unexpected challenges. The last time to South Carolina, it's so worth it, and intend that this is my forever home. Wishing you the same 💓
I told my wife that the next time we move, I'm taking three pairs of socks, underwear, jeans and tee shirts. I'll buy new when we get there, lol. Many blessings to you.
Awesome rundown on the logistics. May God surround you with his angels to keep y'all safe through this intense move. 🙏🙏
Amen! That’s a lot of people, pets and farm animals to move. Prayers for safe and uneventful travels. Can’t wait to see it all on the other side.
Blessings 🙏🏻🥰🦋🌻 🍅 🥓 🍞 ❤️😎
Amen🙏
One of my favorite things that you tell your children is "You can do the hard things." and then you watch to be there if they need extra help.
So, dear Sowers family, you can do the hard things together and we're watching in case you need extra help. :)
I’d build a semi enclosed outdoor shower right next to the well house. To stay cool.
Love that idea. We rented a house for vacation one year that had an outdoor shower. The kids absolutely loved it. Best part...no mess in the bathroom.
God is good. He has shown you the way to your new home. We Bless YOU.
Everything's gonna be alright. It feels overwhelming and then, miraculously, it all works out and it's done.
Right now it might look like a bunch of squiggly lines; but when you're finally finished with all of the logistics and you're sitting by your pond, swinging from your epic tree, you will be able to step back and see that those squiggly lines are a beautiful masterpiece to bring you to the place that God has planted you.....Home.
Out with the old adventure and in with the new one. My grandmother was born in 1913 and I was about 12 when she purchased her first electric toaster. She previously would "toast" bread on a dry black skillet over a flame just like those which you always use to cook with. Even now when our power goes out due to terrible winter storms or, God forbid, another massive earthquake, I am able to "toast" our bread because I've seen it done. I really like it better but sticking it in an electric toaster is so much easier. May God bless your trips. I'll pray for clear skies, good weather and lots and tons of patience. And everyone said "AMEN!" Oh, don't forget the garden wind chimes.
The flavor of stovetop toast just does not compare to either toaster or oven toast (even if you use the same pan in oven as on top of the stove). Stovetop is the absolute best.
You guys bless me and cause my face to hurt from smiling and laughing. Thank you for sharing so much of your lives and the family. I know God is with you and He has great blessings coming to you for HIS purpose! I will be watching and I will be praying for all of you.
In HIS name, Lisa
Every tomato sandwich is a perfect tomato sandwich! ❤
Unless it's a disappointing tomato from the grocery store 😔
@@maydaygarden I don't even bother with those! 😆
@@januarysdaughter6664 me either
I lived in GA before moving to AZ (with daughter, 3 grandkids & 3 cats). I haven't been able to grow big tomatoes here.Those big juicy heirlooms on white bread, Dukes and lots of pepper are only a dream for me now 😓
1. YOUR HAIR IS FREAKING AWESOME!!
2. I love your adorable tomato loving self.
3. Seeing your pure joy for SC is sooo exciting
4. I love everything about this video
5. Thank you for being real and raw with us. I have so much respect for you guys, what a beautiful testimony of faith and love
I couldn't agree more.
That really is one squiggly line but it sounds like you've thought of everything. Best of luck with it all, it'll be one tough month but so worth it!
Dear Jess,
I have been watching and praying for your family for years. Your move is exactly what i have been praying for for my family. I'd love to talk to you personally. If not your prayers will do.
Bless you!
❤❤❤
LOL I loved and laughed when Miah described it as a toddler squiggly line. Im with you.
Military family here. We JUST moved across the country. Spent 5 weeks sleeping on an air mattresses and crummy beds, cleaning, painting, Packing, loading and unloading everything we own. As I look around I still have boxes and “stuff” all over the place. When you said “I’m tired” I felt it in my soul. You’re almost there. You’re in a home stretch. You got this.
*YOU'RE CUTE WITH THAT HAIR JESS JESS CONGRATULATIONS*
As somebody who found you a little over a year ago, I'm addicted to your videos. Lately I've been moved to go back and watch your early ones to admire how far you've come in the last five years. It's very interesting from the perspective of knowing what's happened since. I highly recommend it. Next up is your first full garden tour :-) I can't wait. Blessings to your family - you have been blessed in so many ways.
11:06, When Maya explanes logistics 😆😆 You guys are gold♥️
I may or may not have had to rewind and watch Miah draw the line more than once. Too funny. Hope you all arrive safely with no major hiccups and that you get some much needed rest soon.
i'm crying, happy tears! but also a few sad, your kitchen in the background of you has inspired SO many of my dreams. thank you jess, for everything you have done thus far and everything you will continue to do with roots and refuge ❤️
I am so proud and happy for you. We are in our 70s and starting over with our lives. We bought a farm. So excited. Praying for you and know all things will work out. Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all things give Him the Praise. Gods Blessings.
I love your journey. Even though my journey is different, your willingness to be transparent, your adventures and devotion and pitfalls and triumphs inspire me and shore me up when I hit bumps in the road along my way. I'm so excited for you guys to get settled in and put down those 1st roots! Congratulations, safe travels, and blessings galore!💪🏼🥳💖
You got this!
In a few years, you'll look back on all of this as a funny, fond memory and the kids will all have a funny story to tell their kids!
Congratulations guys and welcome to South Carolina. You guys have been inspirational and quite a few ways God bless you and yours and God bless the USA
I am exhausted after listening to all of what you have left to do 🙏 for your entire family for a safe and successful move. ❤️ 🌈
Reality is never easy and success is seldom an accident. God bless you all..you are at the finish line! =)
I’m not going to lie, ‘hairy, messy tangle’ is pretty much my life all the time!! You’ve totally got this. You’ve got the right attitude - just do what you can and the rest will fall into place.
I just almost choked on my coffee with Jesss’ comment “ I feel a little tightness in my chest! “ 😆🤣 it is all going to work out like it’s supposed to be. Love y’all!
Toddler squiggly lines are great for laughing so you don't cry. Praying for safe travels and a good rest when it's all done.
I hope you have a backup generator at the new place too, now that I think about this. 👍
Birth is something painful but wonderful and majestic. Months of preparations weeks of being uncomfortable trying to get ready and labor...I wish you nothing but the best through these last few pushes and I am so excited watching the new life emerging, blossoming and becoming. Can't wait to watch Roots&Refuge 2.0 grow up.
Can’t wait to bump into your family here in SC. By accident, or by invitation!! I’m not a stalker 🤣.
My sentiments exactly!
Same lol
same here
That's what I was thinking living in Columbia
Same but we are close to Augusta Ga, Not Columbia 😔
About moving Chickens. I'm a retired chicken rancher where we moved 100K 22 wk old chickens every 3 months from one ranch 140 miles away from the lay ranch by freeways in the high desert of California. We used semi trucks with a trailer that had wire sides like cattle panels. A second trailer looked more like the cow trailer with holes for air in the sides. Once the truck was loaded we NEVER wanted it to stop because chickens need the air flow. Their bodies generate a lot of heat and without airflow they will die. We always moved at night in the summers. It took us a week of moving at night to move this many chickens with 2 semi trucks. My husband is in heaven now but we were ranchers for 33 years. I love your show, I love your farm, I wear your T-shirts and I want the best for you, Miah and the kids in NC. I pray for your family. You inspire me. Thank you for giving so much to all of us. ❤️
You can do hard things❤️ The last bit is the hardest but soon you’ll be sleeping in your beds again and you’ll settle in 😴 Your hair looks fantastic! The highlights really make your eyes pop💇♀️
Thank you for the update. If it takes a village to raise a child, so too it should to move a family with such abundance. Enjoy your rest moments, your brilliant squiggly lines and remember God is watching over you all through this adventure. 🙏🏻
I had to take a breath around 28:00 because it was stressing me out just listening to the logistics of it. Makes my 3300 mile move in one car seem like a breeze
Golden Sweet Miah quote!! “See, you can make it, you just have to color outside the lines! “ Love it!! You guys are doing a great job!
Yes, my head is hurting but I'm glad you're able to laugh through this. You are so hilarious.
Who knew a tomato sandwich could evoke so many emotions? I laughed, I cried, I wished I was having one too…
I am truly so happy for you and your family. You’ve inspired so many and you will continue to do so. Best wishes and good luck with the squiggly line. Can’t wait to see what’s next. ❤️❤️
You’ve coined a new phrase “kalmboucha”. Market it quick. 😁👍
God Bless you all!!! Lord keep that hedge of protection around this beautiful family!!! Keep them safe in their travels, I ask this in Jesus' most beautiful name!!!! Amen
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
When you realized you didn’t have a knife 😂😂
Hahahaha I was also thinking “oh no big, you can just smear the bread together…. Oh no… the tomatoes” 🤣
I moved my chickens in their coop 400 miles, I had the rooster penned separately. In the coop I gave the chickens a head of cabbage and offered water whenever I fueled. The chickens were so content that they laid eggs on the journey. Best wishes for a smooth journey.
We just went through a BIG move and it did feel nuts and when we tried to explain it all to other people it sounded crazy but somehow it all works out! Praying for you guys. ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Bwahahahahaha from East Texas! I am a Lifetime Navy Brat, Army Veteran and Navy Wife. Spent my Childhood packing, moving, and driving from East Coast to West Coast every 3 years. Days in the Station Wagon. Unpacking the house. EVERY opened box was like Christmas. Reestablishing ourselves. New Friends, schools, Communities. I relish those memories... and hassles. Be Blessed on your New Adventure!
Reminds me of ZENTANGLE art…all the tangled doodled lines come together to form a beautiful picture!
Dear Jess, I can definitely feel the stress you are feeling as the pitch of your voice is abnormally high! So thankful you talked it through and could get through it all! By the strength and providence of the Lord this Will all fall into place! Covering you all in prayer, just breathe and keep looking up! 🙌🙏❤️🙏🙌🤗
We just moved from MT to SC a couple months ago glad the move is over. Can't wait to see your new farm develope. 😁
I began my first garden this year with my grandson this year because of you Jess. Your inspirational journey as a woman , wife and mother was seen in the growth of your garden. Beautiful gardens grow where love blossoms. I wanted to share this with my grandson. And it is an amazing feeling to have watched both my garden and grandson blossom and grow this spring and summer. So thank you for your honesty, humor, and love of helping both nature and people blossom.
We live in Beaufort, SC so also welcome to our beautiful state!!!
Jess and Miah, Y'all just need some real down time to be away from all the stress of moving, and establishing a new place. I hope staying at Justin and Rebekah's cabin allows you time to just relax. Sending hugs, and prayers!
Lord , we ask for your Protection and thank you for providing Friends
Never toasted my bread for tomato sandwiches. Will have to try. So excited for the videos at your new home. Safe travels to you all. Blessings
WOW. I can't bring myself to watch the garden tour yet but be blessed and carry on. You have taught me I can, you have shown me God, and all I can say is thank you.
That plan is certainly like a complicated game of Chess. But you SO GOT THIS!! You have it all planned out and it is all going to go just beautifully. You are full of grace and when you want to cry, laugh 🌻❤️
Safe travels.
So glad you all have gotten everything together and getting moved and taking some time to rest and just spend sometime with the Rhodes they are amazing family. I love them and the work ethic that they have. Just want to say to have safe travels on your journey and God bless you all, and thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.
You are such a sweet sweet person..
You and Miah are wonderful together. Beautiful family... Prayers for you all for a safe move. ❤🌻🌻🌻🌻❤
The seemingly hairy, messy, tangled ball of life always unravels itself perfectly to plan...even if we can't see it at the time! You definitely got this and the future looks incredible.Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
Thanks for bringing us along..sharing your life and the happy and concerning times. You allow us to be a part of your world.. thanks...🙏🏽❤😊
VW one of the most amazing family's I know
Wow, so take a deep breath and look for joy in the little blessing moments as you go along this curvy line itinerary. Remember, like you said, this is just a season of discomfort for a permanent improvement. You will make it. Hug each other each day and remember relationships are the most important in the midst of the challenging days. Thanks again for sharing this update. Praying for safety and peace of mind for you all.
My head is spinning. I can’t even imagine how y’all got all this organized-no wonder you seem so giddy. 😆
Saying a prayer for all of you this morning as you begin this leg of your journey. Safe travels and see you on the other side…the east side 😉🙏🏻
I'm sitting here in tear. 😢
This is such a big change for yall. Sending love
Y'all have somehow managed to take the hairy, messy, tangle of life and keep it real/personal in a way that makes watching a pleasure. I genuinely wish the entire huge bunch of you the greatest success and happiness in your new locations/experiences. I can't figure out if I should call y'all a family or a clan. It's obviously a wonderful mix of love, laughter, hard work and new horizons. It's a beautiful way to live. Wild like a garden full of volunteers and transplants. Never knowing who will sprout and bloom in any given spot from season to season.
Hey, if there’s anyone that can get through, this it’s you guys!! I’m routing for all of you!! 🌻♥️
You two are crazy...and I mean that as a compliment. May the Lord bless you and keep you safe (and sane!) as you set forth in this new chapter of your life.
So much to juggle, but the move will soon be finished and you’ll be all settled at your new classroom! 🙂
I think I speak for everyone in saying WE BLESS YOU ALL! WHEWWW! LOL You still have your humour so it's all good, squiggly lines and all. My family never moved a farm but being a military fam we moved every 4yrs of my childhood. Your kids will be much better for going through this and I'm sure you know that already. 😉 Wishing you all continued safe travels.
Hope to see some video of loading and unloading animals.
The best part of ALL ya'lls videos are the "LOGISTICS" !!!!!!!!!!!
Nothing better than home grown tomatoes! Can’t wait to see y’all get moved into the new house and farm!
Please film when you return to pick up the pets. Bear will be so happy to be reunited with his momma!
I lived on 4 different farms as a kid , we moved all our animals too.