We Are So Thankful

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  • Опубликовано: 19 янв 2025

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  • @kellygreen8255
    @kellygreen8255 4 года назад +51

    Dang dude! He grows food, he builds stuff(with a welder, no less), he holds babies, he loves his woman and his kids, he smokes food to perfection, he gets emotional....AND plays the guitar! No wonder Meg loves you so. ❤️ We are thankful for y’all. Happy Thanksgiving!

    • @SusanJones-jz9ny
      @SusanJones-jz9ny Год назад

      Did the turkey look all dark and kinda burnt looking because it was smoked? It sure looked good!

  • @TheChefLady4JC
    @TheChefLady4JC 4 года назад +2

    Hello, Beautiful Family!!
    What a lovely spread of abundant food, fun, and fellowship amongst the Hollars! This here trapped SoCal gal lives vicariously through y'all! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful lives with us. May the Lord continue to pour down His blessings upon y'all!

  • @jeffbee6090
    @jeffbee6090 4 года назад +149

    LOVED the ending with the guitar! who knew you played!?!?!?!?!???

    • @gelwood99
      @gelwood99 4 года назад +13

      Those of us that have followed their whole journey and all the other channels they have popped up in know! 😊🎶🎶 I remember Jim Wilson and Ben playing around the campfire at the HOA 3 years ago, before they found home!

    • @greyeye5345
      @greyeye5345 4 года назад +7

      He's an all round, multi-talented guy.

    • @amberdavies3178
      @amberdavies3178 4 года назад +2

      Exactly, so cool!

  • @happyheartgardening
    @happyheartgardening 4 года назад +70

    I bet those boys lives are SO much better now. Not to mention being somewhere where they can just run free...but to see you two loving each other and them. Here's to second chances!!!

  • @bosmanSaoirse
    @bosmanSaoirse 4 года назад +161

    I'm an East European and I must say that Thanksgiving meant nothing to me until I saw your video two years ago.
    Happy Thanksgiving guys. From the bottom of my heart.

    • @Qwazier3
      @Qwazier3 4 года назад +7

      A day of thanksgiving is for EVERYONE.

    • @heatherk8931
      @heatherk8931 4 года назад +7

      A beautiful Thanksgiving story, beginning to end. Y'all have me in tears as well. Everything looked so wonderful, and I eat at the end of the day as well, and wow, your spread was amazing! I love that many go around the table with a message of thanksgiving . And Ben, it was especially nice to hear you play again. Until next time...

    • @TXNLaurenMcN
      @TXNLaurenMcN 4 года назад +1

      Beautiful comment, bosmanSaoirse! Happy Thanksgiving.

  • @jplant1414
    @jplant1414 4 года назад +63

    I regret that I have but one Thumbs-Up to give.

  • @kittyluvmarysworld
    @kittyluvmarysworld 4 года назад +106

    I feel blessed to watch the Hollars,s, as the Hollar’s are a very blessed family. I enjoy watching your journey. And Ben, awesome playing the guitar.🦃😽🐮🕺💃🧍🏼🧍🏼🧍🏼🧍🏼👶🎼

  • @jL-se4eq
    @jL-se4eq 4 года назад +17

    Use more of Ben's guitar playing for background music! love it!

  • @KristineLeach
    @KristineLeach 4 года назад +55

    I loved hearing your lists. And no. It's not too heavy. It was beautiful to hear.

  • @masue6726
    @masue6726 4 года назад +28

    Oh my you made me cry ..”thankful for second chances “ got me ...what an amazing story of what God can do ! Beautiful! Thank you for being vulnerable enough to share your story ..love the kiddos answers too ! I’m thankful to God for all of you❣️

  • @Terralynsparrow
    @Terralynsparrow 4 года назад +61

    Ben, I can't imagine what your playing would sound like on a 12 string guitar. Beautiful harmonies and harmonics.

  • @womaninthewoods727
    @womaninthewoods727 4 года назад +6

    Your playing should become your background music! It’s beautiful!

  • @brigettekillion7994
    @brigettekillion7994 4 года назад +98

    All the goodness!! You have the most wonderful boys. That little girl will be the luckiest sister ever! Happy Thanksgiving to you.

    • @theIAMofME
      @theIAMofME 4 года назад +3

      Won't she though!!??? I pity the fool that EVER tries to hurt her in any way. Her partner in life will have a huge line to measure up to!!

    • @estaisadore6188
      @estaisadore6188 4 года назад +1

      Agree!!!!

    • @GOakland
      @GOakland 4 года назад +1

      Would like to see more interactions with your sons on the videos, similar to Justin Rhodes. They look like great kids.

    • @PatrickPoet
      @PatrickPoet 4 года назад +2

      Just imagine her with all those big brothers. Some will be bossy, some romantic poets to inspire, so kindred spirits. Such a life she'll live.

  • @poolfield2
    @poolfield2 4 года назад +30

    I’m thankful you were all unhurt in your accident!
    Love the guitar playing.

  • @KuzweKanfarms
    @KuzweKanfarms 4 года назад +26

    Such a lovely family and day for you. Loved the guitar playing at the end

  • @inadollard6672
    @inadollard6672 4 года назад +25

    I have been married for 47 years some hard years and some easer years but always glad we hung to gather. Always remember standing up and knowing this is the one for me.

  • @CamppattonFamilyCompound
    @CamppattonFamilyCompound 4 года назад +87

    Before my parents passed, we would have pancakes or waffles for breakfast, then snack for lunch and finally a slightly early feast for dinner. Then later play card games and have seconds.

  • @genjulie3703
    @genjulie3703 4 года назад +17

    Knowing your back story and watching you for the past 6 months is such a blessing to me. Thank you for sharing your lives.

  • @virginiagrenier8572
    @virginiagrenier8572 4 года назад +13

    Who knew Ben was so musically talented? Hey! A short clip of that would make a great intro for all your videos. Awesome - thanks for letting us in on your secret talent.

  • @4mandysake
    @4mandysake 4 года назад +18

    I'M THANKFUL FOR THE HOLLARS! THANKS FOR THE GUITAR PLAYING AT THE END. 💞

  • @leaanncarter9589
    @leaanncarter9589 4 года назад +18

    Beautiful guitar solo!

  • @georgemarshall7508
    @georgemarshall7508 4 года назад +5

    Your boys and girl will always remember, their mom cooking and baking pies,and their dad playing guitar!

  • @kurt6885
    @kurt6885 4 года назад +21

    Ms Meg's laughter could warm the coldest heart! Many blessings to ya'll.

  • @jplanigan
    @jplanigan 4 года назад +12

    I wish I could give an extra thumbs up for the fingerstyle at the end. Very nice!

  • @northstarprepsteader
    @northstarprepsteader 4 года назад +3

    Aww, y'all had me tearing up at "second chances"...SO happy for you! Ben, great acoustic work there!

  • @tammymerritt5098
    @tammymerritt5098 4 года назад +8

    The reflection of the boys in the window while Ben was playing the guitar priceless😊

  • @harolddomangue9206
    @harolddomangue9206 4 года назад +12

    Ben and Meg are the boys interested in playing music if so this would be a great time to teach them how at their age.

  • @jeanrichards8042
    @jeanrichards8042 4 года назад +3

    You guys always have the most beautiful Thanksgiving videos. But Ben...holy cow, had no idea you could play and it was just lovely. Gosh, is there anything you all can't do?!

  • @hanorabrennan8846
    @hanorabrennan8846 4 года назад +43

    This, to me, has been the most encompassing and genuinely familial ever, on RUclips for us non natives. That you may long continue. All is Love here.

  • @diannemiller8061
    @diannemiller8061 4 года назад +4

    Precious moments. I love seeing your family sharing their love with one another. Thanks again for sharing your story with us.

  • @coffeeandachat1221
    @coffeeandachat1221 4 года назад +54

    You have a way of touching my heart. Tears and laughter are both contagious.

  • @leegarner4111
    @leegarner4111 4 года назад +14

    In your new home and have a big kitchen to cook in,a lot different then last year.Thanks Ben for the great music.

  • @mrsp2115
    @mrsp2115 4 года назад +34

    Baby is starting to look like Mama!

  • @estyria5961
    @estyria5961 4 года назад +19

    Right, now for my leftover buttermilk pecan pie since ya'll waved pie in front of my face! I think most of us, here in the comments section, are thankful for you guys. Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @slump7071
    @slump7071 4 года назад +3

    I am thankful for you guys allowing us to see a part of your life and following you on your journey to a second start. And I am thankful for the beautiful music that Ben played for us at the end, really nice!

  • @kaydickerson1229
    @kaydickerson1229 4 года назад +9

    And on top of everything ladies & gentlemen, he Plays Guitar ! Now That’s a Blessing

  • @jeannettecharlton5767
    @jeannettecharlton5767 4 года назад +9

    Beautiful family, enjoying our freedoms in America! You gave us a picture of what our country is all about, Awesome guitar playing, you are all so talented, thanks for sharing

  • @estellaknox4488
    @estellaknox4488 4 года назад +6

    That was so beautiful I had my eyes close taken it all in very beautiful Ben

  • @TheKellyGreen
    @TheKellyGreen 4 года назад +72

    Thankful for you guys. For putting yourselves out there. For giving people hope in their season of hard. Thank you. 🥰🥰

    • @lauriesickles5393
      @lauriesickles5393 4 года назад +6

      What a journey you HOLLARS have taken and to come out the other end able to share with others....a true blessing you all are❤️

  • @francescam9539
    @francescam9539 4 года назад +18

    You all have achieved so much in one year on your homestead it’s mind blowing. Blessings to a wonderful family. Oh, and very good guitar playing Ben. 😀👍

  • @traceykoivisto4616
    @traceykoivisto4616 4 года назад +26

    Happy Thanksgiving to all the Hollar’s. Ben should play the music for all your vlogs. Keeping you in my prayers.

  • @thinker269
    @thinker269 4 года назад +4

    woohoo! what a joy it must be... certainly was to watch!
    Leaving California soon; counting the days (40ish left). Been years in the works.
    Happy TG! Thanks for the share.

  • @susanlee9532
    @susanlee9532 4 года назад +41

    You’re daughter is so aware and very pretty. Reflective comments from all of you. It looks like your Thanksgiving was very special.😊👍🥰❣️

  • @april5666
    @april5666 4 года назад +6

    You all have such a nice family. I know from watching some of your past videos that when you were still in California, you were at a cross-roads. Well, clearly you made the hard decisions and have done the hard work. I'm so happy for you all and thankful that you share yourselves on RUclips. Watching your family restores my hopes for humanity. I was tearing up a little bit toward the end there, when Meg start her thanks. But it was good tearing up. Thank you for sharing with us, Hollers.

  • @sharonchew2144
    @sharonchew2144 4 года назад +8

    Such beautifully written song and guitar playing, thank you Ben for sharing that!

  • @virginiagrenier8572
    @virginiagrenier8572 4 года назад +11

    SO glad that Ben's little dance was captured on video. Got to see a side of him we don't usually see.

  • @kimberli2391
    @kimberli2391 4 года назад +7

    Happy Thanksgiving. Yes a lot to be thankful for you all this year, it all came together didn’t it? We watchers are thankful you have shared your journey with us. 👍☺️❤️

  • @lauriewind6366
    @lauriewind6366 4 года назад +1

    Happy Thanksgiving to you dear Hollars! What a beautiful video....love to see you all so happy together. And loved what you said about this year, Megan. I think it told us a lot.....and is still, if we are listening inside.
    I had to move - which was a shock at first, because it looked like I could stay there for much longer. After hard work since summer I find myself now in a much more beautiful and harmonious house than ever! That is what I am very, very thankful for. Keep on savoring, beautiful people

  • @SILSpring
    @SILSpring 4 года назад +3

    Beautiful family. Ben, I never new you played the guitar. Very good, well done and so nice to hear while the world is in a tizzy. Thank you for a relaxing few moments :)

  • @TayCMae
    @TayCMae 4 года назад +13

    Your family is such a blessing to all of us who watch and are encouraged by your story and lives, may your days be filled with nothing but joy!

  • @sroberts605
    @sroberts605 4 года назад +5

    Mate, you are an artist - when I saw you making that knife and now this lovely music.

  • @mlm7598
    @mlm7598 4 года назад +8

    The talent never ends........Look at the delicious favorites of everyone's included and the turkey looked so good. Yummm Talented cooks, bakers, player of music, soap makers, knife maker.....five beautiful children.......loving spouses........new home, new land, sense of freedom to be who you wish to be.........I'd say you are blessed in so many many ways..........God bless you and what a beautiful family gathering and being ever so thankful and all together celebrating!
    Love you guys.......you're the best! You have aced everything you have gone for even through dire circumstances and almost tragedies........you won the day! I'd say you won the lottery actually of life!
    God bless you all.............
    From Baksfld to NC I've ridden the ride w/u via YT and you guys are amazing! Love to all!

  • @dianekilbourne5734
    @dianekilbourne5734 4 года назад +19

    I didn’t know you played . Thank you it was lovely.

  • @gelwood99
    @gelwood99 4 года назад +1

    I am thankful for ya'll! What a wonderful tribute to your family!!! Each year from here on will only get better for ya'll as the land improves and the work you each put in, clearing more woods and bigger, better gardens, it only gets better! I can't wait to watch Bug running up and down the swales after her big brothers. 💞🌹 I always save the most perfect slices of the breast for sandwiches and the rest tore up like that! Nothing better than a real food turkey sandwich!

  • @Alar324
    @Alar324 4 года назад +30

    No, not too heavy for RUclips. Your truth is real, and many others are fighting the same fight. Keep going, looks like you’re healing perfectly. ❤️❤️

  • @tonyk9cronin
    @tonyk9cronin 4 года назад

    I am in West Wales in the UK, finally moved onto my dream smallholding two years ago, have huge amount of veg beds and finally 30 chickens and 15 ducks, yesterday I fetched in the first of three pygmy goats, My plan is all coming together. Unfortunately, I am on my own.. So, watching you tonight, all together as a true family was quite emotional for me,, Ben, you are one lucky guy, I watch everything you do and am extremely jealous of everything you do and have, your family is wonderful, god bless you all...

  • @frenchysandi
    @frenchysandi 4 года назад +5

    I’m thankful for my health, my family my patients health and for friends that care

  • @birchandmorley
    @birchandmorley 4 года назад +5

    ok you almost had me crying, so much accomplished this past year for you all, and having the baby to complete the restoration of your family - God is Good! thank you for the music at the end, you should consider more of that in future vlogs, blessings to the Hollars!

  • @patriciakoester1580
    @patriciakoester1580 4 года назад +45

    I’m crying too, love you guys I feel like you’re family !! Y’all are the BEST ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @auntielaura5
    @auntielaura5 4 года назад

    Gathering as a family to eat your own home-grown turkey, on your own land, in the beautiful home you rebuilt from the ground up, with that gorgeous baby girl on Mama’s knee - what could you possibly be thankful for? 🤣🤣. So very pleased to see how the Lord has blessed all of you since you started on this journey a couple of short years ago. May He continue to bless you abundantly in the many years to come. Much love from your home town. 😁🥰🥰

  • @davidsorrell1428
    @davidsorrell1428 4 года назад +6

    Great show tonight. Family love and togetherness. God's blessings. We loved the music at the end. I could listen all night. Happy Thanksgiving.

  • @sharonspivey7913
    @sharonspivey7913 4 года назад +1

    Happy Thanksgiving!...thank you so much for sharing your good and bad,your love for one another,your beautiful family and music....God bless you all....💖🙏

  • @tinagodslove
    @tinagodslove 4 года назад +8

    the lord sent me here, why to see real life , and to see good people still are here on this earth, love the guitar playing and i am thankful for your family ,God bless

  • @jazzswinglish
    @jazzswinglish 4 года назад +3

    Didn't know you played guitar , absolutely amazing and beautiful. Is there anything you can't do? Happiness and god fortune to you all.

  • @jerrylovinjesusrhoades6197
    @jerrylovinjesusrhoades6197 4 года назад +4

    Ya'll have an amazing family filled with blessings and faith. I'm happy to watch your vlogs and the interactions for over 2 years. Thank you.

  • @Dinky-ob5yy
    @Dinky-ob5yy 4 года назад +7

    Happy Thanksgiving! Brought tears to my eyes during the “what we are thankful for.”

  • @kbetol78
    @kbetol78 4 года назад +4

    There is something that comes over me maybe some kind of emotion I feel that can not be described, when I watch someone sit and pick. The tones and vibrations run through me I enjoyed watching you play the guitar .

  • @theunsteadysteader
    @theunsteadysteader 4 года назад

    Oh my goodness! I didn't even know you played Ben. Meg, you are a lucky woman. You and Ben have worked so hard, your life is just tied up with a big bow! Congrats!

  • @olddaphon
    @olddaphon 4 года назад +4

    i feel so blessed to be part of your extended family.

  • @arlenejohnson3825
    @arlenejohnson3825 4 года назад +2

    Your baby is just beautiful!! She smiles all the time. Such a blessing! Your whole family is beautiful, and I love watching you.

  • @juliepizzolato1911
    @juliepizzolato1911 4 года назад +7

    And he can play a guitar!!! Like your channel isn't already my fave and along comes home made music 🎶...🌻🌿❤💚

  • @soniaspangenberg8557
    @soniaspangenberg8557 4 года назад +2

    Love your guitar at the end. Happy Thanksgiving Hollars.

  • @heathermayfield4247
    @heathermayfield4247 4 года назад +4

    Beautiful music Ben - happy holidays Hollars - it's been a very good year - an odd one but a good one!

  • @faithevrlasting
    @faithevrlasting 4 года назад +1

    Happy Thanksgiving Hollars! I am incredibly thankful for being able to share in the joy you so clearly celebrate as you rediscovered your love and family and received your little blessing as a fulfillment of that love, Buggie. Bless you for sharing.

  • @catherinehicks8771
    @catherinehicks8771 4 года назад +5

    no guts, no glory....God has blessed your family richly!

  • @yvettecunningham5496
    @yvettecunningham5496 4 года назад +1

    So refreshing to have your children and whole family say what they are thankful for, good responsible parenting. Thoroughly enjoyed the guitar playing, hope to hear more around the firepit. God bless you all.

  • @BirdYoumans
    @BirdYoumans 4 года назад +66

    Nice family, nice guitar piece, nice film!

    • @kmcquack8989
      @kmcquack8989 4 года назад

      Yeah the intro music reminded me of playing my mom's dulcimer

  • @jenniferrashid7565
    @jenniferrashid7565 4 года назад +1

    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣You guys to cute but Thank You So very much for sharing ur story with everyone. Its not often u find ppl with the courage to do what u did you all are educating so many you have no idea how many ppls lives you have effected by doing your vlogs.

  • @cathymorgan5164
    @cathymorgan5164 4 года назад +12

    Happy Thanksgiving Hollar Family..
    Thank you for letting us be a part of your family.

  • @mistysedillo1696
    @mistysedillo1696 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful kids with grateful hearts! You guy's are doing an amazing job!💜

  • @BiterAvid
    @BiterAvid 4 года назад +5

    Wow, I did not know that Ben played the guitar. So wonderful. Happy Thanksgiving to all you. What a feast.

  • @deborahwhite5213
    @deborahwhite5213 4 года назад +1

    Ben enjoyed your guitar strumming. You are very good. Sounded really nice. Have a blessed day you all.

  • @moyaking8961
    @moyaking8961 4 года назад +4

    I remember you doing Thanks giving dinner in the trailer and now look were you're at, amazing 💕💕

  • @nancycowan6109
    @nancycowan6109 4 года назад +1

    Ben, you’re a man of many talents. ❤️ Happy Thanksgiving to a very lovely family. 🦃

  • @thecrankyoldretiredlady5237
    @thecrankyoldretiredlady5237 4 года назад +3

    Really enjoyed your on camera, guitar solo today. Took me back to old, happy memories. :)

  • @barbaraspan1437
    @barbaraspan1437 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful music Ben. Happy Thanksgiving beautiful family.

  • @paulinelarach938
    @paulinelarach938 4 года назад +3

    Fantastic meal, hard work and dedication made an old house into a nice cozy home. We are thankful for every day and pray to make better each one to come.

  • @marleneshaw277
    @marleneshaw277 4 года назад

    Today you remind me of My Husband. This is what he loves to do. Happy happy Thanksgiving. And your children are great The baby is Growing. Enjoy your family. I’m married 40 yrs. I’m blessed. From Dartmouth Nova Scotia 🇨🇦🇨🇦🌈🌈

  • @minawhitford3135
    @minawhitford3135 4 года назад +3

    I'M THANKFULL FOR you All and this GREAT COUNTRY THAT WE LIVE IN. GOD BLESS All the Home steaders

  • @sweetpea9433
    @sweetpea9433 4 года назад +2

    I love 💕 your videos thanks for sharing

  • @lucydiazcolon734
    @lucydiazcolon734 4 года назад +4

    This year was Gods way of saying slow down pray and be grateful. Health, family.

  • @ritamoore3940
    @ritamoore3940 4 года назад

    I am thankful for this channel. Meg is right, this year has been good for all of us. Love from Canada where we celebrated American Thanksgiving as a family yesterday..

  • @nanajack8527
    @nanajack8527 Год назад +2

    Every so often I like to go back and watch some of the older videos. This is obviously one of those. Can't believe how big the boys have grown since this video or how much buggy has taken over all our hearts. I had totally forgotten that Ben played the guitar! More of that would be fine by me, you really are a talented man Ben. As for Meg...always was and still is as young and beautiful as ever, the cement that holds this family together and such a great talent in so many ways.

    • @loraoehrli2731
      @loraoehrli2731 Год назад

      So strange to see this...I, too, have been watching "re-runs" this past week. So man things I missed on the first round. Beautiful family... Beautiful life!

  • @pattiripley7599
    @pattiripley7599 4 года назад +1

    I had 3 kids and no matter what quantity I cooked I never had leftovers at end of weekend. Just us and My MIL. They filled up and kept filling up. You would think they starved the rest of the year. Love your sharing. Loved your music too. Great family

  • @TeresaSTJ
    @TeresaSTJ 4 года назад +5

    I’m thankful for being rocked by Ben, 😆 You can’t hold a baby and stand still. 💋

  • @patriciahusk3428
    @patriciahusk3428 4 года назад +2

    Loved this video so much! You guys have a way of grounding us and bringing a perspective to us🥰. We are thankful for you all reminding us of what is truly important, especially after this crazy year in this big world! May God continue to bless you and keep you all in His loving arms!! Ben, such a beautiful and relaxing way to end the video! Please play more often😉!

  • @anchorageprepper9008
    @anchorageprepper9008 4 года назад +15

    Love Brett’s reaction to “Do you room for dessert?” He’s layed out and his response... 👍

  • @WayToVibe
    @WayToVibe 4 года назад

    In my family, you start cooking the day before and just keep adding food as they get done. Beans are done now? Time for second breakfast. Cobbler and devilled eggs are done? That's lunch right there! Turkey is almost done, but the mashed potatoes are finished. Third breakfast. Turkey is done? Finally. Dinner. We always saved the stuffing and cranberry sauce for when the turkey got done, but we literally ate everything all day as it came off the stove or out of the oven. The kitchen was a whirlwind of people helping make favorite dishes or avoiding dishes they didn't care for, leaving more for those who did. There was no real breakfast>lunch>dinner. Just sitting there digesting long enough to fit in one more spoonful of whatever just got done percolating.

  • @patriciaherman6499
    @patriciaherman6499 4 года назад +12

    Omg your food looked so delicious. Haven't had smoked turkey in ages. Your have a wonderful family and I'm sure your so proud of them all.
    Blessings to all of you. 🦃🙂🇺🇸

  • @cbrazilj
    @cbrazilj 4 года назад +1

    Meg you had me in tears when you were talking about what you were thankful for. Also, I clapped when your son said he was thankful to be out of California. We are hoping to get out of California soon. One more thing Bug looks like her Mom. Love your family.