I have a strong suspician that the majority of sheep farmers are at a similar level of tech literacy, you are giving them real user experince feedback on a working farm. You are a precious resource. Your concern that your sheep have water before being shipped is one of the many reasons I love your channel. I love Marc's woodworking skills, the cabin is beautiful. I will keep Jess in my daily intentions through her surgical journey.
I was thinking that a low level tech user would be even more valuable to FlockWatch 🤔 If they can make the app simple for the LEAST experienced user, they end up with a VERY good product 👍 Plus, the fact that Sandy is guiding them towards an operating system that mirrors another commonly used system, like Gallagher, this also makes it that much more user friendly & desirable. Little sux more than having to learn an entirely new system to do the exact same tasks 😮💨 Looking at u 🤨 Apple & Android
Keeping jess in our thoughts and prayers 🙏 🙏🙏 Your cabin is amazing and is coming along nicely! Sandy you're doing well with your new equipment, it takes time to adjust to new things when you're old school. I enjoy watching your channel, I learn new things and love wacthing the lambs as they grow and play/bounce around!
And then when she turned around after her "stairway go heaven" joke and he was just kneeling there "Sandi-cancelling headphones" in place and working. Her "good talk" at the end made me laugh.
Initial users that are willing to work with the data geeks 🙋♀️ are absolute GOLD! Remember it’s not that you are learning a new system, you are teaching the system designers what is important in your business. The very most valuable information is when you say, “I wish…”. If you can slowly go through one sheep and one group and one cycle, (vlogging as you do anyway) identifying the data you need on each ewe, lamb, and ram, they can give you what you need and how you need it. Your farm perfect for modeling since you are so hands on!
Nailed it! Software developers and analysts don't always know what is going to be important to the farmers and ranchers. They may think that all that is needed is A,B,C, but what is really needed is A 1,2,3,4, and D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K,L, also with tabs. They also need to make it so that the app is easy and intuitive to use as the farmers or ranchers are working the livestock. Who wants to think about program origami when concentrating on keeping yourself and livestock safe while working them? Actually, I think that software should be tested more often by computer illiterate people. It will only make the software better as a whole. It's a great selling point to let people use the product and they instantly understand it.
I agree 100%. Sandi has such incredible animal / barn knowledge she is perfect for testing the system. It was great to see that FW sent Michael over from Ireland to support the product development. I always feel better when the company puts some skin in the game.
Absolutely spot on assessment! Tech programmers can be wizards with all kinds of logic problems, but may miss some important points that would be really useful.
Another thought - learning and incorporating new technology does take time up front, though things become easier the more frequently they are used/practiced.
As a coder, I'd say you're the perfect guineapig. The worst person to test a new process is someone who already knows how it's supposed to work, as they won't find all the rough edges and assumptions that I've made while building it.
Sandi, I am a retired software developer and believe me you are exactly what they need to make the system work. They don’t want someone to give them technical feedback. They want and need feedback from users in the “barn”. Look at it this way they are technical but have no idea what you do with your sheep. If you put the technical people in the barn and said hoof trim these ewes, they wouldn’t have the foggiest idea what that meant. You are a sheep farmer not a software developer. Keep up the good work! ❤
Does anyone else think that Mark and Sandi are the MacGyvers of farming? I love to see all that they do to fix things and the beautiful cabin they are building. Thank you for sharing your lives. You inspire me every time!!
The Brock’s are so adaptable at maintaining and repairing ALL manner of gadgets! I learn new fix it solutions every video you share - from warming a cold lamb inside a full arm glove and in a bucket of water, to breaking down and setting up your equipment…. And if there’s ever a tractor derby race and obstacle course with the big claw out front, you’d sweep the field! 🐑❤️
There's a reason, on full display by the Brocks, why most successful inventors have farming somewhere in their backgrounds. It's because such a broad spectrum of knowledge and technologies is involved. Crop management, drainage, plumbing, animal husbandry, mechanic, carpentry, electrical, welding, home making... The list is endless. They're under constant pressure to manage flora and fauna, with all the machinery required by volume of production. If something breaks or isn't doing the job the farmer is the front line of fixing it. Anything that saves time is a constant factor driving them to iterate and modify. When it comes to the rarest commodity, leisure time, they have to be just as creative. If you can't even spare an afternoon to drive 45 minutes to a lake cabin: bring the cabin closer to home... Even if you have to mill the lumber to build it yourself.
Yes, you are a Guinea pig, the prettiest and most talented Guinea pig I know. You are as Jack said, helping them and all their future users by exactly what you are doing. Please don’t put yourself down ever.
Caroline, I don't like when Sandi puts herself down. She's so super efficient at everything. But she is, at times, too critical of herself. She's seems like such a wonderful person. And I very much enjoy her personality. Watching this channel is so rewarding to me.
We technical illiteratti are who the developers actually NEED as Guinea pigs to be able to make their apps user friendly. It’s a great selling point when they can say their app is so good, even technophobes can use it successfully 😊
As someone who invents stuff like flockwatch does, I would want the inexperienced person to test it and give feedback. These feedbacks and needs are so much more valuable, than the ones from people, who just know and do stuff somehow. So you are not stupid, you are doing a great job helping them, and future users! All my thoughts go out to Jess and your family, stay save
Saying a prayer that all went well with Jess's surgery. Sandi, you are the one that turned us on to the Gallagher system for our sheep. We aren't a big producer but it made our lives so much easier. Before it was clipboards and paper forms to fill out. Some people don't write legibly and it was me trying to read their sloppy writing. Then putting it all into the computer for the association that we had belonged too. The Gallagher system made that so much easier. We never said THANK YOU, but I will now, RIGHT NOW. No more clipboards hanging where they get wet, slopped on, chewed on and trying to find a pen that never stays with clipboard. The 'magic wand' is always with the lambing kit. And our lives are so much for the better. THANK YOU AGAIN.... Whatever you are doing with FlockWatch is improving it so that others that come after you, will be able to use it with less problems. Thank you. Have a great week Brock family 🙏🙏🐑🐏❄️❄️ stay warm.
As a software QA tester, especially with newly developing software, it is important to remind yourself, "The testing you do today makes a better product tomorrow." You are doing a great job!
Sandi, you amaze me how you are a wife, mother, cook, home maker, plumber, mechanic, sheep mama and and so much more!. You are a real inspiration to me. Blessings from Texas!🥰🥰🥰🥰. Prayers for Jessie!
Used to (back in the early days) work on a helpline, customer hadn't been able to install some software and every time they got to a certain point, with guidance they couldn't get further. We were stumped, until when asking the customer to click on an icon with the mouse, we realised they were physically picking up the mouse and clicking on the screen. Never presume we're all starting on the same page.
No! Developing applications in a vacuum is HELL 🔥 So much easier to have someone who uses the app tell you what they need My favourite people are the folks who are always on the phone and have plenty of feedback, it’s the best thing when you are writing software
As a software developer, you are an incredibly valuable resource!! We try to guess what our users are going to need, but we inevitably know more about our product than our users do, and our users will always try to do something we never imagined and try to do it in a way we never thought anyone would try. You being willing to work with the Flockwatch team and continue to give feedback and feature requests and continue testing the implementation has probably meant a lot to them.
Sandi, you can articulate what you want to accomplish with your herd management software, which is HUGE. The developers' job is to translate that into functions. You're logical, organized, and articulate, and they're good listeners, able to understand your operations, and can translate that into code. It's ideal teamwork!!
Yes! Being able to articulate a need is priceless. It's a valued ability in all things but especially in this case when, perhaps, others aren't and the developers are much more able to understand what you're saying and needing and perhaps because of you they're able to understand the need that another farmer wasn't as able to relay.
Here's to Jess having a speedy recovery from her surgery. No matter how big or small a procedure is... surgery is still surgery. Scary stuff get well soon kiddo.
You have become the spokes woman for "flockwatch" you are a for runner for farmers everywhere. Be proud that your helping them bring a better product to market!
As someone who has been a developer, you are absolutely the best person to be using flock watch. We have tech brains which don't think in the same way as you think. So don't be so hard on yourself. What you're contributing is absolutely vital.
Yes indeed! Sandy’s situation is radically different that the outdoor UK and European flocks/herds for which the system was developed. With all but the Golden Girls indoors, it’s unlikely the flock will have animals just disappear. The 4 lambing periods a year were certainly not to be expected with UK sheep, so Flockwatch originally didn’t have multiple lambing periods per year.
Mark has done such an amazing job on the cabin and furnishings for it. Love the table top. It has such a beautiful grain to it. You're so lucky to have each other Sandi. I can't think of anything more romantic than the little get away the two of you are building.
The lambs in the finishing barn at the end of the video were so funny. First the whole group following Sandi as she walked down the alleyway and the two fighting with each other until they noticed Sandi "oh shoot, Mom's watching!!"
“Sandi cancelling headphones!” 😅 Mark is doing a wonderful job with the woodwork and cabinetry for the cabin. 😍I hope all went well for Jess and she has a good recovery. 🙏🏻
Sandi, I just wanted to thank you for posting your videos, but especially today. I found out today that my third IVF transfer has failed, and I’ve been hoping that you would post a video today to lift my spirits. You are a constant reminder that no matter what is going on in life, it will pass and I will get through it. So thank you for being you, for posting your videos, and for being such a strong woman.
Jesus, please, hear the heart cry of this woman for a child. You give children to the barren woman, as you did for me. Please, Lord, bless her with a child.
I'm so sorry for your losses. (((Hug))). I hope you're able to keep trying; and consider alternatives. It has to be very stressful. Sending positive energy your way, PT. You are a strong woman too! IMHO please remember that you and your partner need to be able to have a life together; even if you have to try a different method or can't have a child. Have date nights, ride roller coasters, go to the beach together; whatever keeps the love alive. I also believe it's good for children to see their parents go out; and to do things as a couple, every once in a while. Later as the little birds leave the nest, you still have your partner.
My daughter is going through this right now too. My heart goes out to you. You're definitely in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so very sorry. Prayers for a better tomorrow!! 🙏
Hey Pt, I'm sending you support and positive encouragement. Please take good care of your physical and mental health. Going through 10 years of infertility was the toughest time in my life. Find a good support system and positive outlets, like watching Sheepishly Me, to take your mind off it.
The people who struggle most with technology make the best test subjects, because if they want it to be easily useable, they need people who will find issues and tell them "I want it to do this but it isn't clear if I can/how to" so they can make things easier to find. Sending healing love to Jess - as someone who's had a number of abdominal surgeries, I know how it goes.
Sandi, as a developer myself, it's always good to get some feedback on applications being developed. Assuming other farmers/users are included in the development process this just makes the application more versatile. Depending how the application is designed some of the enhancements may be a simple change. Please continue to provide your feedback on how your work pattern would benefit the application being developed. Thanks for you video's and time it takes to put these together.
I am currently a software engineering student and I can simply tell you there are almost no circumstances that feed back by a person that is using your software will not be useful in someway. The fact that you give them so much direct feedback and they can ask follow up questions is extremely useful for a developer. And at the end of the day they as the developers need to make the decision if it makes sense for for the app that they are creating.
1. Keeping Jess in my prayers for good results with surgery. 2. Praying for peace during the surgery for mom and the whole family along with the medical staff. 3. Your Hunny Bunny does amazing woodwork! 4. Take care durning these bad weather days! 😃 5. Thank you for sharing and bringing smiles to our hearts!
1. Looking for things in the same place has nothing to do with intelligence. It’s called a mental map and it’s super useful for your brain! 2. They are improving their UX (user experience) and it’s soooo helpful to have people who aren’t programmers or super users help with the process so it’s easy to use. 3. You’re a wicked smart cookie and make awesome videos! Love watching you and the sheep
as a retired math teacher, what you are talking about with your new program is nothing new. don't count yourself short. You are giving them a lot of great data for their program for other farms. You are just learning something new. I am sure they are very grateful for all of you question because others will also come with the same type of concerns. No question is a bad one, never count them as unneeded. Sandi you are needed by everyone.
I watch videos with CC on. Just wanted to let you know that when you walk into the barn and the animals are vocalizing, CC picks it up and interprets it as APPLAUSE. I love that.
Jack is totally right, don’t put yourself down. You’re taking a hit for anyone else who will need these things in the future. You’re the best Sandi don’t ever forget that. And Jack was a sweet son for supporting you ❤
I admire your perserverance with the new system to manage your sheep. One of the hardest things in hospital nursing was constantly learning new and improved programs that tried to do everything for everyone. It is even harder when the program is not set up to do what you need. Because of all you do I am hooked on your channel!
I felt the same way about the improvements to the fuel sales programs at work. The running joke was, that 1 improvement resulted in 6 new problems that we had to work around.
Yes, I thought Clarissa trying not to nod off was hilarious🤣 Nothing like getting up early to make an afternoon nap seem sooooooooo attractive ! I love it when I start head bobbing around bedtime - and can easily float off to sleep 💤
Sandi, you are such an AMAZING resource for an app developer! Having the constant ‘real world’ feedback is sooo important for a newer company. Never doubt how invaluable all your issues/questions/suggestions are for the future of Flockwatch.
You are NOT stupid and you are adding so much to FlockWatch and it is real farming, ups and downs and all arounds. You are amazing and I am so glad I found you years ago and started watching you! My grandpa had a dairy farm so I know it is not an easy life and you are too hard on yourself. You are doing an amazing job. Much love.
Same, mine are usually 1.25-1.50 speed. I think some channels actually slow their videos down one notch, I keep thinking there’s no way they are actually living life at that speed.
I have chronic PTSD & anxiety. Living vicariously thru all ya'll, I get to be a part of your lives...& that provides me a very much needed escape from my own small world . I laugh, I cry, I feel free from the confinement of my own mind while I am with u. Thank u for sharing your lives with me. When I panic, my son tells me "WATCH YOUR SHEEP SHOW!" Sandi, u have no idea what a profound effect u have in my life...& we r strangers! U r better than XANAX! I watch the lambing vids over & over! THANK U THANK U THANK U for giving me a slice of your life!
Yes! Sandi Brock and Emmy from emmymade (formerly emmymadeinjapan) and Scottish Cows (I like the farmer in Finland, but I can't remember the channel name), and What's for Tea are all channels that help me deal with my PTSD and anxiety.
The vinyl is a good choice. I have it in my house and it is great for moisture and pets. It doesn't scratch easily so it's really good quality. I would recommend it over wood any day.
Sending thoughts & prayers for Jess, her surgeon & all of you for a safe, successful, quick surgery & a fast recovery that is as comfortable as possible.🙏🏼🤞🏻❤️🩹 As someone with many chronic health issues who has had multiple surgeries(including 3 abdominal/pelvic) & Im likely having major knee surgery soon…Im familiar with all the nerves & recovery. I wasn’t able to have kids but…my husband just had knee surgery in early Jan & is just now mostly back on his feet. I’m also caregiver for my mom who lives with us. Prior to becoming disabled I was a paramedic & ER nurse so literally all my family & friends call me with questions & ask me to be there when any of them or their kids have surgery. Or with any other medical concern/question. -Which all my friends’ kids call me either their aunt or 2nd mom. Also bc my brother who is 17yrs older than me married early there is only 5-11yrs between me & my 7 nieces/nephews…all but 1 of whom are married with at least 4 kids. Meaning as of now I have 26 great-nieces/nephews! So I may not have kids of my own…but I have a ton of kids I love as if they were!
Prayers for Jess, you and Mark. My daughter is 40 yrs. old and I still worry about her. You are a very loving and caring Mom. I am sure everything will be ok. Alrighty then, now on to your vinyl flooring. I installed the same type of flooring in our Cottage in 2006. I love the old wide planks for the farm house look. It looks like we just installed it. People always say it looks so beautiful and that it must of been expensive. Here is a tip for cutting. Use a clean, new fine tooth saw blade made for cutting vinyl planks. If you notice breakage or splintering, change your blade again. I ended up using a knife to cut my flooring, because I didn't have the right sawblades. Good luck, I can't wait to see the finished flooring!
Sandi and Mark have to be among the most talented couples with so many different skills. Mark is not only building the cabin, but making other household items as tables, countertops, the stairs to the loft etc. I enjoy seeing the progress of the cabin coming along. It will be a wonderful getaway in the woods.
Growing pains are never comfortable. However think of how far you have come and what you have accomplished already and how those growing pains subsided and now what you've learned has become second nature. Blessings to you and your family 🥰 You are also teaching us to never give up. Love you 💚
It's easy to forget the frustration & learning curve Sandi probably went through with learning the Gallagher system. Imo, she is doing beautifully with knowing how she needs it perform then giving the exact information back to Flock Watch! She is quite an asset to them!!!
Hi Sandi great video as normal - You are NOT stupid you are adding so much value to FlockWatch by using it in a real world farming situation, you are showing the in's and out plus ups and downs of New Tech. if we did not have people LIKE you in the world we would still be in the ice/stone age. so great work keep it going -- best wishers to Jess and a speedy recovery.
Thanks for the great video. Don't get down on yourself. You are doing excellent. You are helping other end users. Developers get so into it that they just take alot for granted. I know what you mean. My older brother is a great programmer but he makes me feel really stupid. It hurts my feelings. I have to remind him that I am 68 years old and didn't have to use computers hardly at all in my previous profession. He has to dumb down the computer language and I can get it. So sorry to hear about Jess needing surgery again. I will keep you all in my prayers. Have a great day
Praying for Jess and the family. Love to you all. It's a blessing to have someone to point out all the needs for the flock watch system while it's still in its infancy. More experienced people can take things for granted because they have been doing them so long they don't think about it. Not a guinea pig, a perfect user to bring things to the forefront for all who will follow.
Think about flogwatch like this: you are SO LUCKY that they change or adapt everything you need!!! I worked in finance al my life and had to work with standard programs. If we wanted something altered or changed it would cost the company a lot of money, it would take ages or it would not happen at all .... and we still had to work with the program anyway... So how nice is it that you can design a program to your wishes!!! That you can call a guy, he helps you and it doesn't cost you a fortune. Lucky girl 😃 Love from the Netherlands, Daniëlle 😘🙋
All the best goes out to Jesse for a speedy recovery. It's so hard to be that far away from your baby girl! Glad you have back up to help you out when needed. Mark is true a star hubby, steps up when the young gets tough. Carrisa is such a great help, no doubt. Thank you for posting a video when your are needed elsewhere. 🐑🐑❤❤
Sandi, you don’t need to over stress about your new system. It’s a learning curve also for the developers. They are not with you all day long to know what you and other sheep farmers do. It’s like if you make software for an accountant you need an accountant who knows the fiscal law, the dates for paying taxes etc…😊
Loving the woodworking. We just bought a little place that is back in a hollow. Cant wait to start this new chapter of my life. Gardening and raising animals.
I don’t know you do it all! The First emergency would have sent me over the edge; into tears; and a lot of swear words! I so admire your tenacity and ability to repair all the things! ❤️❤️ Love, love, love your videos!! ❤️❤️ Prayers for your Jess! ❤️❤️
Hey Sandi, I just wanted to say how amazing you are and how much you mean to your viewers. With all the crazy news that goes on in the world it's so nice to have such a wholesome thing to come home and watch. Sometimes you seem alittle down on yourself and we all know it's because you work so hard. Some people might judge but the normal 99.9% of your population know we only see like 20 % of the things you do on videos lol. I'll repeat your amazing and the best thing for a case of the blues . Keep doing what your doing will never get sick of the content. Xo hugs to you and the sheep ...and the hubby and kids lol 😆
Sandi you are such a beautiful, smart and kind lady! Listen to Jack be that Guinea for them because they are still tweaking the system to get the gremlins out! Stay sweet and loving Sandi!
I’m sooo tired right now but watching this was a perfect reprieve from my stressed mom brain ♥️ There was a horrible event last night that hit too close to home (we are all ok) and I didn’t sleep a wink until the sun was up. Now I’m tired and sore from sleeping all wonky when I finally did close my eyes. My youngest (8) curled up with me at some point and now she’s watching Moana while I watch Sandi and her merry band of mischief makers (the sheep 🐑). Totally able to relate to Carissa closing her eyes while sitting on the hay bale. Now I just wait to see who was involved last night and how it may affect my kiddos when they get back to school tomorrow. Hugs and support to all the adults out there loving and raising kids!
Sandi, my husband is a developer and he LOVES it when he can get real time feedback from someone who will actually be honest and upfront with their opinions. Do not feel bad, Jack is right. You’re doing them a favor.
While watching another video about a new farmer (eddy family farm) your name was mentioned quite a few times . Your knowledge of farming helped with their newborn goats and how you bottle feed them. A lot of people on their live feed raved about everything you do for your flock. I got hooked on your videos about 3 yrs ago. Keep up the awesome videos you are doing an amazing job.
I do have concerns regarding your daughter and surgery. I don't watch the other channels. I am as a physician well aware of many things a young woman can face within the abdominal cavity. I can only guess what is wrong, which I will not speculate here. In stead I will simply wish the best outcome.
Just a short note from a fan in North Carolina...I love everything you do, you always make me smile. And especially when you talk to the Golden Girls!! They are so lucky to have you and so are the rest of us!
I could watch you all day. Your videos are never long enough for me! Prayers for Jess and you guys too. Im sure she will be just fine. She’s a strong young lady with a great support system in you guys. Keep us updated, we love your family and farm.
Just lost my dog my besty yesterday had her put down. Came here to get over myself and hear life. Thanks Sandy for all the time you put in to include us other “ sheep” you love to hear your voice and see your videos ❤️🐕🐾
Don't feel bad about not knowing how to do all of the technology stuff! You a really are helping them develop their platform. Most people won't know how to do all of it, and often times from the development standpoint you are so close to the work you don't see where the change needs to be. You are helping by giving constructive feedback so that EVERYONE will be able to use the platform! Keep being amazing and trust your gut! You are so much wiser than you know
You are amazing! You can climb like nothing I’ve ever seen. Heights don’t seem to bother you at all. Forget those who go to gyms, you get more exercise than anyone I’ve ever known! Great work as always! You are incredible in all you do from being a mom, a wife to a fantastic sheep and grain farmer.
I feel like you and your Flock Watch team are both learning as you go! You're as beneficial to their app as can be! You're doing so right by your flock!❤️
There’s actually huge value in the development process in being able to break the app, or articulate what you want that’s not already included, or not being able to find the way to do things that they’ve technically put in already. Because somebody else IS going to have the same problem, and the sooner they hear from somebody who can articulate the problem, the sooner they can fix it. My hubby works in web development, and has done beta testing of both websites and apps, and folks really value him for that because he’s REALLY good at finding things that break when “dumb end users” do random weird stuff that the developers never even thought of. Like, it’s a legit valuable job skill for him that he’s good at breaking apps and websites!
You're a teacher and a student. You are offering insights for them to develop a better herd management application. It is allowing them also to take into consideration of how it used in real time, climate, flock size and so forth! Mark's woodworking skills are impressive! Glad to see that you reused some of the wood from the trees you cleaned out. Sending good thoughts Jess's way.
You are smart enough to know what you need and what you want. If the app doesn't provide those things then the app isn't going to leave you very satisfied with the data you're collecting. The app is there to serve you and others that use it. Helping them tweak it to track what you need is just part of feedback to make the app as perfect as possible for you to run the best sheep operation possible ❤
Little Nugget (aka PITA) not so little any more! So great to see her feistiness & affection grow! Prayers for Jess & her health care team & of course, you & Mark! "Stairway to heaven, indeed!" 😄 💕💕
Your family is so talented and smart! Jacks of all trades! I absolutely love, love your cabin! Prayers for Jess and all of you during her surgery!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kenzie is doing so good you don't even need the gate anymore, she's amazing. On the flockwatch they need you, you even say you like to go over numbers etc you are making it easy for the new people to sheep farming they will have what they need before they know they need ityou are not the guinea pig you are the top advisor!!. I also watch Tom Pemberton who is a young dairy cow farmer he like you always puts himself down but you both are amazing people that we love. Keeping Jess in my thoughts, hoping this will fix her permanently so no more problems.
Sandy, it's always tough when your kids go in for surgery no matter their age. All the best to Jess for a speedy and healthy recovery. Stay strong mom.
Jess will definitely be added to my prayer list, I hope everything went as expected during her surgery. I’m still praying for Remco although I’m not sure he still needs it. Sending happy thoughts and prayers to Jess. ❄️💚🙃
Hope all went well with Jess’s surgery. Since I know nothing about lambs, I don’t know the breeds. But, I think your little black faced lamb looks to you as it’s mom. It’s so special to watch how your sheep interact with you.
Different users have different needs! Don't feel bad for having frustrations with a new program....the insight you give is invaluable! All good developers want their product to be usable to MANY! You use more tech and tracking gear than I ever knew existed! You are amazing! Keep on your path and before you know it you'll be using that new software like a pro!
Enjoy all your videos! Love the lambs and sheep farming! Mark is a hoot! My prayers will be with Jess and the Doctors and staff as they care for her!!💞🙏🏼
Speedy recovery to Jess this time around. Let's hope you can get some answers! This cabin is going to look so amazing when everything is all put together. I'm glad you guys have a distraction for stressful times. Quiet time away just to be together as a family or even as a couple is always good to help reset and recover.
You are doing great. I had to learn new programs all the time as a special ed teacher. One time I worked and worked on a task and just could not get it. I'm a very determined person even though it takes me awhile. Eventually it was discovered that there was indeed a glitch in the system and I was the only one in the state to discover the issue. They were so grateful and I was just relieved it wasn't my deficientcy.
Ive been hurting really bad from severe endo these past few days, and binging your channel has helped me keep my mind off the pain haha. Im a student working towards a biology/zoology degree who wants to work with livestock like this at some point. Up until now ive really only known about cattle and chicken care, learning about the sheep is so much fun! Fun fact, i live near one of the few remaining free-range pig farms in the central US! Heres hoping the new program sorts itself out for you ^^ youve got it!!
Hope it passes! I had stage 4 endo and at 35 had a total hysterectomy and 5 years later have had no more pain since surgery. It’s such a tough road! Healing vibes your way!
@@ScubaWitch2021 maybe its just the period talking, but this comment made me cry 😭 in a good way, lol. Im only 20, and its been so bad this week that i havent been able to sleep or eat, i watched the video and left my comment after returning home from prompt care, where the doctor told me i was over-reacting and sent me home with naproxene and a condescending "use a heating pad". I felt crazy, and it means so much more than u think to hear someone say it can get better 🥺❤️❤️ thank you❤️❤️
I worked in computers for years, no decades, you are the perfect tester. I actually call testers like you the breakers, because you would do things that I would never think of.
I have a strong suspician that the majority of sheep farmers are at a similar level of tech literacy, you are giving them real user experince feedback on a working farm. You are a precious resource. Your concern that your sheep have water before being shipped is one of the many reasons I love your channel. I love Marc's woodworking skills, the cabin is beautiful. I will keep Jess in my daily intentions through her surgical journey.
Daily intentions?
@@michelerowes4340 prayers
I was thinking that a low level tech user would be even more valuable to FlockWatch 🤔
If they can make the app simple for the LEAST experienced user, they end up with a VERY good product 👍
Plus, the fact that Sandy is guiding them towards an operating system that mirrors another commonly used system, like Gallagher, this also makes it that much more user friendly & desirable.
Little sux more than having to learn an entirely new system to do the exact same tasks 😮💨
Looking at u 🤨 Apple & Android
Prayers for Jess. 🙏
Keeping jess in our thoughts and prayers 🙏 🙏🙏
Your cabin is amazing and is coming along nicely! Sandy you're doing well with your new equipment, it takes time to adjust to new things when you're old school. I enjoy watching your channel, I learn new things and love wacthing the lambs as they grow and play/bounce around!
"I've got my Sandi canceling headphones on," he said with a naughty glint in his eye. Mark is hysterical 🤣
That made me laugh too! Sometimes my hubby has "canceling headsets" on too but w/o the headset! Lol! His are "built in".🤣🤣
And then when she turned around after her "stairway go heaven" joke and he was just kneeling there "Sandi-cancelling headphones" in place and working. Her "good talk" at the end made me laugh.
They seem like a beautiful couple. They have humor & respect each other & 💕💕
My husband has selective hearing!
Initial users that are willing to work with the data geeks 🙋♀️ are absolute GOLD! Remember it’s not that you are learning a new system, you are teaching the system designers what is important in your business. The very most valuable information is when you say, “I wish…”. If you can slowly go through one sheep and one group and one cycle, (vlogging as you do anyway) identifying the data you need on each ewe, lamb, and ram, they can give you what you need and how you need it. Your farm perfect for modeling since you are so hands on!
Your perception of Sandi's contribution and your ability to express it so well makes your comment the best one yet!
Nailed it! Software developers and analysts don't always know what is going to be important to the farmers and ranchers. They may think that all that is needed is A,B,C, but what is really needed is A 1,2,3,4, and D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K,L, also with tabs. They also need to make it so that the app is easy and intuitive to use as the farmers or ranchers are working the livestock. Who wants to think about program origami when concentrating on keeping yourself and livestock safe while working them? Actually, I think that software should be tested more often by computer illiterate people. It will only make the software better as a whole. It's a great selling point to let people use the product and they instantly understand it.
I agree 100%. Sandi has such incredible animal / barn knowledge she is perfect for testing the system. It was great to see that FW sent Michael over from Ireland to support the product development. I always feel better when the company puts some skin in the game.
Absolutely spot on assessment! Tech programmers can be wizards with all kinds of logic problems, but may miss some important points that would be really useful.
Another thought - learning and incorporating new technology does take time up front, though things become easier the more frequently they are used/practiced.
As a coder, I'd say you're the perfect guineapig. The worst person to test a new process is someone who already knows how it's supposed to work, as they won't find all the rough edges and assumptions that I've made while building it.
My daughter has battled endometriosis and it's such a roller coaster of feeling "ok" and then "not ok". Sending healing vibes to Jess. 💖🙏🏻
Sandi, I am a retired software developer and believe me you are exactly what they need to make the system work. They don’t want someone to give them technical feedback. They want and need feedback from users in the “barn”. Look at it this way they are technical but have no idea what you do with your sheep. If you put the technical people in the barn and said hoof trim these ewes, they wouldn’t have the foggiest idea what that meant. You are a sheep farmer not a software developer. Keep up the good work! ❤
Does anyone else think that Mark and Sandi are the MacGyvers of farming? I love to see all that they do to fix things and the beautiful cabin they are building. Thank you for sharing your lives. You inspire me every time!!
The Brock’s are so adaptable at maintaining and repairing ALL manner of gadgets! I learn new fix it solutions every video you share - from warming a cold lamb inside a full arm glove and in a bucket of water, to breaking down and setting up your equipment…. And if there’s ever a tractor derby race and obstacle course with the big claw out front, you’d sweep the field! 🐑❤️
They are. But in all fairness, being a farmer requires it so most farmers have to have some level of MacGyver-ing. It is amazing to watch, though.
There's a reason, on full display by the Brocks, why most successful inventors have farming somewhere in their backgrounds. It's because such a broad spectrum of knowledge and technologies is involved. Crop management, drainage, plumbing, animal husbandry, mechanic, carpentry, electrical, welding, home making... The list is endless. They're under constant pressure to manage flora and fauna, with all the machinery required by volume of production. If something breaks or isn't doing the job the farmer is the front line of fixing it. Anything that saves time is a constant factor driving them to iterate and modify. When it comes to the rarest commodity, leisure time, they have to be just as creative. If you can't even spare an afternoon to drive 45 minutes to a lake cabin: bring the cabin closer to home... Even if you have to mill the lumber to build it yourself.
Yes, you are a Guinea pig, the prettiest and most talented Guinea pig I know. You are as Jack said, helping them and all their future users by exactly what you are doing. Please don’t put yourself down ever.
You are in my prayers
Caroline, I don't like when Sandi puts herself down. She's so super efficient at everything. But she is, at times, too critical of herself. She's seems like such a wonderful person. And I very much enjoy her personality. Watching this channel is so rewarding to me.
You aren't a guinea pig. You are part of their research and development team. You are also an absolute wonder of a woman. I'm so amazed by you.
We technical illiteratti are who the developers actually NEED as Guinea pigs to be able to make their apps user friendly. It’s a great selling point when they can say their app is so good, even technophobes can use it successfully 😊
As someone who invents stuff like flockwatch does, I would want the inexperienced person to test it and give feedback. These feedbacks and needs are so much more valuable, than the ones from people, who just know and do stuff somehow.
So you are not stupid, you are doing a great job helping them, and future users!
All my thoughts go out to Jess and your family, stay save
Saying a prayer that all went well with Jess's surgery. Sandi, you are the one that turned us on to the Gallagher system for our sheep. We aren't a big producer but it made our lives so much easier. Before it was clipboards and paper forms to fill out. Some people don't write legibly and it was me trying to read their sloppy writing. Then putting it all into the computer for the association that we had belonged too. The Gallagher system made that so much easier. We never said THANK YOU, but I will now, RIGHT NOW. No more clipboards hanging where they get wet, slopped on, chewed on and trying to find a pen that never stays with clipboard. The 'magic wand' is always with the lambing kit. And our lives are so much for the better. THANK YOU AGAIN....
Whatever you are doing with FlockWatch is improving it so that others that come after you, will be able to use it with less problems. Thank you. Have a great week Brock family 🙏🙏🐑🐏❄️❄️ stay warm.
I pray for Jess eo get well and recovery the surgery soon. :)
Yes will 🙏 pray.
My brother lost his son today I can’t even imagine. ( No Words)
@@bickabraham2397 so sorry
As a software QA tester, especially with newly developing software, it is important to remind yourself, "The testing you do today makes a better product tomorrow." You are doing a great job!
Sandi, you amaze me how you are a wife, mother, cook, home maker, plumber, mechanic, sheep mama and and so much more!. You are a real inspiration to me. Blessings from Texas!🥰🥰🥰🥰. Prayers for Jessie!
As an initial user you're a great asset to the devlopment team. We "techies" find it hard to relate to what really happens in the field(sheep barn).😁
Used to (back in the early days) work on a helpline, customer hadn't been able to install some software and every time they got to a certain point, with guidance they couldn't get further. We were stumped, until when asking the customer to click on an icon with the mouse, we realised they were physically picking up the mouse and clicking on the screen.
Never presume we're all starting on the same page.
@@dawnb8123 Software people usually suspect the Software! Users and the hardware are down the list.
@@dawnb8123 I actually snorted laughing so hard on this one. Thank you , I needed a good laugh.🤣🤣
Remember that nobody will be any smarter than you. Most of us are technologically challenged.
No! Developing applications in a vacuum is HELL 🔥
So much easier to have someone who uses the app tell you what they need
My favourite people are the folks who are always on the phone and have plenty of feedback, it’s the best thing when you are writing software
I appreciate you letting Jess share what she wants to share, or not - we are pulling for her, and hope she has the best possible outcome
As a software developer, you are an incredibly valuable resource!! We try to guess what our users are going to need, but we inevitably know more about our product than our users do, and our users will always try to do something we never imagined and try to do it in a way we never thought anyone would try. You being willing to work with the Flockwatch team and continue to give feedback and feature requests and continue testing the implementation has probably meant a lot to them.
Sandi, you can articulate what you want to accomplish with your herd management software, which is HUGE. The developers' job is to translate that into functions. You're logical, organized, and articulate, and they're good listeners, able to understand your operations, and can translate that into code. It's ideal teamwork!!
Yes! Being able to articulate a need is priceless. It's a valued ability in all things but especially in this case when, perhaps, others aren't and the developers are much more able to understand what you're saying and needing and perhaps because of you they're able to understand the need that another farmer wasn't as able to relay.
Here's to Jess having a speedy recovery from her surgery. No matter how big or small a procedure is... surgery is still surgery. Scary stuff get well soon kiddo.
You are so lucky to have Carissa.
You have become the spokes woman for "flockwatch" you are a for runner for farmers everywhere. Be proud that your helping them bring a better product to market!
As someone who has been a developer, you are absolutely the best person to be using flock watch. We have tech brains which don't think in the same way as you think. So don't be so hard on yourself. What you're contributing is absolutely vital.
Yes indeed! Sandy’s situation is radically different that the outdoor UK and European flocks/herds for which the system was developed. With all but the Golden Girls indoors, it’s unlikely the flock will have animals just disappear. The 4 lambing periods a year were certainly not to be expected with UK sheep, so Flockwatch originally didn’t have multiple lambing periods per year.
Mark has done such an amazing job on the cabin and furnishings for it. Love the table top. It has such a beautiful grain to it. You're so lucky to have each other Sandi. I can't think of anything more romantic than the little get away the two of you are building.
The lambs in the finishing barn at the end of the video were so funny. First the whole group following Sandi as she walked down the alleyway and the two fighting with each other until they noticed Sandi "oh shoot, Mom's watching!!"
My thoughts exactly!
Lol! 🤣🤣🤣
“Sandi cancelling headphones!” 😅 Mark is doing a wonderful job with the woodwork and cabinetry for the cabin. 😍I hope all went well for Jess and she has a good recovery. 🙏🏻
Sandi, I just wanted to thank you for posting your videos, but especially today. I found out today that my third IVF transfer has failed, and I’ve been hoping that you would post a video today to lift my spirits. You are a constant reminder that no matter what is going on in life, it will pass and I will get through it. So thank you for being you, for posting your videos, and for being such a strong woman.
Sorry, that must have been difficult for you.
Jesus, please, hear the heart cry of this woman for a child. You give children to the barren woman, as you did for me. Please, Lord, bless her with a child.
I'm so sorry for your losses. (((Hug))). I hope you're able to keep trying; and consider alternatives. It has to be very stressful. Sending positive energy your way, PT. You are a strong woman too!
IMHO please remember that you and your partner need to be able to have a life together; even if you have to try a different method or can't have a child. Have date nights, ride roller coasters, go to the beach together; whatever keeps the love alive. I also believe it's good for children to see their parents go out; and to do things as a couple, every once in a while. Later as the little birds leave the nest, you still have your partner.
My daughter is going through this right now too. My heart goes out to you. You're definitely in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so very sorry. Prayers for a better tomorrow!! 🙏
Hey Pt, I'm sending you support and positive encouragement. Please take good care of your physical and mental health. Going through 10 years of infertility was the toughest time in my life. Find a good support system and positive outlets, like watching Sheepishly Me, to take your mind off it.
The people who struggle most with technology make the best test subjects, because if they want it to be easily useable, they need people who will find issues and tell them "I want it to do this but it isn't clear if I can/how to" so they can make things easier to find. Sending healing love to Jess - as someone who's had a number of abdominal surgeries, I know how it goes.
I love how your golden girls wait in line for their daily head scratchers. Too cute!
Sandi, as a developer myself, it's always good to get some feedback on applications being developed. Assuming other farmers/users are included in the development process this just makes the application more versatile. Depending how the application is designed some of the enhancements may be a simple change.
Please continue to provide your feedback on how your work pattern would benefit the application being developed. Thanks for you video's and time it takes to put these together.
I am currently a software engineering student and I can simply tell you there are almost no circumstances that feed back by a person that is using your software will not be useful in someway. The fact that you give them so much direct feedback and they can ask follow up questions is extremely useful for a developer. And at the end of the day they as the developers need to make the decision if it makes sense for for the app that they are creating.
The little nugget LOVES you, Sandi❣️❤️
Oh wasn't that so adorable the way it nuzzled up to Sandi!!!❤
1. Keeping Jess in my prayers for good results with surgery.
2. Praying for peace during the surgery for mom and the whole family along with the medical staff.
3. Your Hunny Bunny does amazing woodwork!
4. Take care durning these bad weather days! 😃
5. Thank you for sharing and bringing smiles to our hearts!
1. Looking for things in the same place has nothing to do with intelligence. It’s called a mental map and it’s super useful for your brain!
2. They are improving their UX (user experience) and it’s soooo helpful to have people who aren’t programmers or super users help with the process so it’s easy to use.
3. You’re a wicked smart cookie and make awesome videos! Love watching you and the sheep
I hope that Jesse has a speedy recovery after her surgery and that she has no more problems with this condition.
as a retired math teacher, what you are talking about with your new program is nothing new. don't count yourself short. You are giving them a lot of great data for their program for other farms. You are just learning something new. I am sure they are very grateful for all of you question because others will also come with the same type of concerns. No question is a bad one, never count them as unneeded. Sandi you are needed by everyone.
I watch videos with CC on. Just wanted to let you know that when you walk into the barn and the animals are vocalizing, CC picks it up and interprets it as APPLAUSE. I love that.
That’s awesome!
I was just going to say that! Its hysterical
Jack is totally right, don’t put yourself down. You’re taking a hit for anyone else who will need these things in the future. You’re the best Sandi don’t ever forget that. And Jack was a sweet son for supporting you ❤
Your an amazing person!!!
I admire your perserverance with the new system to manage your sheep. One of the hardest things in hospital nursing was constantly learning new and improved programs that tried to do everything for everyone. It is even harder when the program is not set up to do what you need. Because of all you do I am hooked on your channel!
I felt the same way about the improvements to the fuel sales programs at work. The running joke was, that 1 improvement resulted in 6 new problems that we had to work around.
So many older nurses left over the constant tech changes which is sad. If there had been a bit of support they may have stayed on.
As a fellow nurse I second that having to put a blood pressure in 5 times is ridiculous!
Yes, I thought Clarissa trying not to nod off was hilarious🤣 Nothing like getting up early to make an afternoon nap seem sooooooooo attractive ! I love it when I start head bobbing around bedtime - and can easily float off to sleep 💤
Sandi, you are such an AMAZING resource for an app developer! Having the constant ‘real world’ feedback is sooo important for a newer company. Never doubt how invaluable all your issues/questions/suggestions are for the future of Flockwatch.
You are NOT stupid and you are adding so much to FlockWatch and it is real farming, ups and downs and all arounds. You are amazing and I am so glad I found you years ago and started watching you! My grandpa had a dairy farm so I know it is not an easy life and you are too hard on yourself. You are doing an amazing job. Much love.
I watch 75% of videos on 1.25-double speed but as soon as I turn on my girls, it's down to normal speed to enjoy every single second!!!💙🐏🐑
Lol, I tend to turn hers up to make the birds more tolerable!
Same, mine are usually 1.25-1.50 speed. I think some channels actually slow their videos down one notch, I keep thinking there’s no way they are actually living life at that speed.
I do the same thing!
1.5 - lol😂
Sandy and 'Friesian Horses' are the only channels I still watch normal speed, most others 1.25 speed, talkshows 1.5.
I have chronic PTSD & anxiety. Living vicariously thru all ya'll, I get to be a part of your lives...& that provides me a very much needed escape from my own small world . I laugh, I cry, I feel free from the confinement of my own mind while I am with u. Thank u for sharing your lives with me. When I panic, my son tells me "WATCH YOUR SHEEP SHOW!" Sandi, u have no idea what a profound effect u have in my life...& we r strangers! U r better than XANAX! I watch the lambing vids over & over! THANK U THANK U THANK U for giving me a slice of your life!
Your son is right and is now my mantra, "Watch your sheep show!" 🙂🐑❤
Yes! Sandi Brock and Emmy from emmymade (formerly emmymadeinjapan) and Scottish Cows (I like the farmer in Finland, but I can't remember the channel name), and What's for Tea are all channels that help me deal with my PTSD and anxiety.
The vinyl is a good choice. I have it in my house and it is great for moisture and pets. It doesn't scratch easily so it's really good quality. I would recommend it over wood any day.
Sending thoughts & prayers for Jess, her surgeon & all of you for a safe, successful, quick surgery & a fast recovery that is as comfortable as possible.🙏🏼🤞🏻❤️🩹 As someone with many chronic health issues who has had multiple surgeries(including 3 abdominal/pelvic) & Im likely having major knee surgery soon…Im familiar with all the nerves & recovery. I wasn’t able to have kids but…my husband just had knee surgery in early Jan & is just now mostly back on his feet. I’m also caregiver for my mom who lives with us. Prior to becoming disabled I was a paramedic & ER nurse so literally all my family & friends call me with questions & ask me to be there when any of them or their kids have surgery. Or with any other medical concern/question.
-Which all my friends’ kids call me either their aunt or 2nd mom. Also bc my brother who is 17yrs older than me married early there is only 5-11yrs between me & my 7 nieces/nephews…all but 1 of whom are married with at least 4 kids. Meaning as of now I have 26 great-nieces/nephews! So I may not have kids of my own…but I have a ton of kids I love as if they were!
Prayers for Jess, you and Mark. My daughter is 40 yrs. old and I still worry about her. You are a very loving and caring Mom. I am sure everything will be ok.
Alrighty then, now on to your vinyl flooring. I installed the same type of flooring in our Cottage in 2006. I love the old wide planks for the farm house look. It looks like we just installed it. People always say it looks so beautiful and that it must of been expensive. Here is a tip for cutting. Use a clean, new fine tooth saw blade made for cutting vinyl planks. If you notice breakage or splintering, change your blade again. I ended up using a knife to cut my flooring, because I didn't have the right sawblades. Good luck, I can't wait to see the finished flooring!
Sandi and Mark have to be among the most talented couples with so many different skills. Mark is not only building the cabin, but making other household items as tables, countertops, the stairs to the loft etc. I enjoy seeing the progress of the cabin coming along. It will be a wonderful getaway in the woods.
Growing pains are never comfortable. However think of how far you have come and what you have accomplished already and how those growing pains subsided and now what you've learned has become second nature. Blessings to you and your family 🥰 You are also teaching us to never give up. Love you 💚
It's easy to forget the frustration & learning curve Sandi probably went through with learning the Gallagher system. Imo, she is doing beautifully with knowing how she needs it perform then giving the exact information back to Flock Watch! She is quite an asset to them!!!
@@mariek8578 I completely agree!
Hi Sandi great video as normal - You are NOT stupid you are adding so much value to FlockWatch by using it in a real world farming situation, you are showing the in's and out plus ups and downs of New Tech. if we did not have people LIKE you in the world we would still be in the ice/stone age. so great work keep it going -- best wishers to Jess and a speedy recovery.
Thanks for the great video. Don't get down on yourself. You are doing excellent. You are helping other end users. Developers get so into it that they just take alot for granted. I know what you mean. My older brother is a great programmer but he makes me feel really stupid. It hurts my feelings. I have to remind him that I am 68 years old and didn't have to use computers hardly at all in my previous profession. He has to dumb down the computer language and I can get it. So sorry to hear about Jess needing surgery again. I will keep you all in my prayers. Have a great day
Praying for Jess and the family. Love to you all.
It's a blessing to have someone to point out all the needs for the flock watch system while it's still in its infancy. More experienced people can take things for granted because they have been doing them so long they don't think about it. Not a guinea pig, a perfect user to bring things to the forefront for all who will follow.
Give as much grace to you as you do others, Sandi Brock.
Lol “Sandi canceling headphones” …. Continued prayers for Jess and y’all 🫶🏼 thanks for taking us along - even on the bad days.
May the Lord watch over Jess
Through her procedure. 🙏💞
Think about flogwatch like this: you are SO LUCKY that they change or adapt everything you need!!! I worked in finance al my life and had to work with standard programs. If we wanted something altered or changed it would cost the company a lot of money, it would take ages or it would not happen at all .... and we still had to work with the program anyway...
So how nice is it that you can design a program to your wishes!!! That you can call a guy, he helps you and it doesn't cost you a fortune. Lucky girl 😃
Love from the Netherlands, Daniëlle 😘🙋
All the best goes out to Jesse for a speedy recovery. It's so hard to be that far away from your baby girl!
Glad you have back up to help you out when needed. Mark is true a star hubby, steps up when the young gets tough. Carrisa is such a great help, no doubt. Thank you for posting a video when your are needed elsewhere. 🐑🐑❤❤
Sandi, you don’t need to over stress about your new system. It’s a learning curve also for the developers. They are not with you all day long to know what you and other sheep farmers do. It’s like if you make software for an accountant you need an accountant who knows the fiscal law, the dates for paying taxes etc…😊
Loving the woodworking. We just bought a little place that is back in a hollow. Cant wait to start this new chapter of my life. Gardening and raising animals.
I don’t know you do it all! The First emergency would have sent me over the edge; into tears; and a lot of swear words! I so admire your tenacity and ability to repair all the things! ❤️❤️
Love, love, love your videos!! ❤️❤️
Prayers for your Jess! ❤️❤️
Hey Sandi, I just wanted to say how amazing you are and how much you mean to your viewers. With all the crazy news that goes on in the world it's so nice to have such a wholesome thing to come home and watch. Sometimes you seem alittle down on yourself and we all know it's because you work so hard. Some people might judge but the normal 99.9% of your population know we only see like 20 % of the things you do on videos lol. I'll repeat your amazing and the best thing for a case of the blues . Keep doing what your doing will never get sick of the content. Xo hugs to you and the sheep ...and the hubby and kids lol 😆
Sandi you are such a beautiful, smart and kind lady! Listen to Jack be that Guinea for them because they are still tweaking the system to get the gremlins out! Stay sweet and loving Sandi!
I’m sooo tired right now but watching this was a perfect reprieve from my stressed mom brain ♥️
There was a horrible event last night that hit too close to home (we are all ok) and I didn’t sleep a wink until the sun was up. Now I’m tired and sore from sleeping all wonky when I finally did close my eyes. My youngest (8) curled up with me at some point and now she’s watching Moana while I watch Sandi and her merry band of mischief makers (the sheep 🐑). Totally able to relate to Carissa closing her eyes while sitting on the hay bale.
Now I just wait to see who was involved last night and how it may affect my kiddos when they get back to school tomorrow. Hugs and support to all the adults out there loving and raising kids!
Sandi, my husband is a developer and he LOVES it when he can get real time feedback from someone who will actually be honest and upfront with their opinions. Do not feel bad, Jack is right. You’re doing them a favor.
While watching another video about a new farmer (eddy family farm) your name was mentioned quite a few times . Your knowledge of farming helped with their newborn goats and how you bottle feed them. A lot of people on their live feed raved about everything you do for your flock. I got hooked on your videos about 3 yrs ago. Keep up the awesome videos you are doing an amazing job.
I pray that everything goes well with Jess's surgery. May all your family be well and safe.
Hugs to Jess - get well soon. Remember physio is your super power.
Always hard on the family who stand by, watch, and worry.
When you said no grain to Tomatoes, she was like "But Muuuuuuummmm!!!!!" As she tried climbing the gate 🤣🥰
Ahhh how sweet of Mark. When things go wrong, it seems it's clusters. Glad to see you keep on keeping on. TY for sharing your journey.
I do have concerns regarding your daughter and surgery. I don't watch the other channels. I am as a physician well aware of many things a young woman can face within the abdominal cavity. I can only guess what is wrong, which I will not speculate here. In stead I will simply wish the best outcome.
Just a short note from a fan in North Carolina...I love everything you do, you always make me smile. And especially when you talk to the Golden Girls!! They are so lucky to have you and so are the rest of us!
I could watch you all day. Your videos are never long enough for me! Prayers for Jess and you guys too. Im sure she will be just fine. She’s a strong young lady with a great support system in you guys. Keep us updated, we love your family and farm.
All the very best to Jess for a successful surgery, and a speedy recovery. Scary when our kids are " under the knife " Love and support to you all.
Oh, the sounds of the sheep on a Sunday Afternoon!
Just lost my dog my besty yesterday had her put down. Came here to get over myself and hear life. Thanks Sandy for all the time you put in to include us other “ sheep” you love to hear your voice and see your videos ❤️🐕🐾
Don't feel bad about not knowing how to do all of the technology stuff! You a really are helping them develop their platform. Most people won't know how to do all of it, and often times from the development standpoint you are so close to the work you don't see where the change needs to be. You are helping by giving constructive feedback so that EVERYONE will be able to use the platform!
Keep being amazing and trust your gut! You are so much wiser than you know
You are helping them make it user friendly. That is a real honor.
You are amazing! You can climb like nothing I’ve ever seen. Heights don’t seem to bother you at all. Forget those who go to gyms, you get more exercise than anyone I’ve ever known! Great work as always! You are incredible in all you do from being a mom, a wife to a fantastic sheep and grain farmer.
Prayers for Jess for successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
I feel like you and your Flock Watch team are both learning as you go! You're as beneficial to their app as can be! You're doing so right by your flock!❤️
There’s actually huge value in the development process in being able to break the app, or articulate what you want that’s not already included, or not being able to find the way to do things that they’ve technically put in already. Because somebody else IS going to have the same problem, and the sooner they hear from somebody who can articulate the problem, the sooner they can fix it.
My hubby works in web development, and has done beta testing of both websites and apps, and folks really value him for that because he’s REALLY good at finding things that break when “dumb end users” do random weird stuff that the developers never even thought of. Like, it’s a legit valuable job skill for him that he’s good at breaking apps and websites!
Keeping you and yours in my prayers. The cabin is beautiful. What a wonderful retreat.
You're a teacher and a student. You are offering insights for them to develop a better herd management application. It is allowing them also to take into consideration of how it used in real time, climate, flock size and so forth! Mark's woodworking skills are impressive! Glad to see that you reused some of the wood from the trees you cleaned out. Sending good thoughts Jess's way.
You are smart enough to know what you need and what you want. If the app doesn't provide those things then the app isn't going to leave you very satisfied with the data you're collecting. The app is there to serve you and others that use it. Helping them tweak it to track what you need is just part of feedback to make the app as perfect as possible for you to run the best sheep operation possible ❤
Little Nugget (aka PITA) not so little any more! So great to see her feistiness & affection grow! Prayers for Jess & her health care team & of course, you & Mark! "Stairway to heaven, indeed!" 😄 💕💕
Your family is so talented and smart! Jacks of all trades! I absolutely love, love your cabin! Prayers for Jess and all of you during her surgery!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kenzie is doing so good you don't even need the gate anymore, she's amazing. On the flockwatch they need you, you even say you like to go over numbers etc you are making it easy for the new people to sheep farming they will have what they need before they know they need ityou are not the guinea pig you are the top advisor!!. I also watch Tom Pemberton who is a young dairy cow farmer he like you always puts himself down but you both are amazing people that we love. Keeping Jess in my thoughts, hoping this will fix her permanently so no more problems.
Mark is doing such a good job on your cabin. It's going to be done before you know it. God bless you Sandi. My prayers are with Jessica.
Praying for Jess and your family🙏🙏🙏
Sandy, it's always tough when your kids go in for surgery no matter their age. All the best to Jess for a speedy and healthy recovery. Stay strong mom.
The best person to help developers is the techno challenged. You help make it totally user-friendly.
Jess will definitely be added to my prayer list, I hope everything went as expected during her surgery. I’m still praying for Remco although I’m not sure he still needs it. Sending happy thoughts and prayers to Jess. ❄️💚🙃
Prayers for Jess to feel much better SOON.🙏
Prayers for Jess! ❤
Hope all went well with Jess’s surgery.
Since I know nothing about lambs, I don’t know the breeds. But, I think your little black faced lamb looks to you as it’s mom. It’s so special to watch how your sheep interact with you.
Different users have different needs! Don't feel bad for having frustrations with a new program....the insight you give is invaluable! All good developers want their product to be usable to MANY! You use more tech and tracking gear than I ever knew existed! You are amazing! Keep on your path and before you know it you'll be using that new software like a pro!
Enjoy all your videos! Love the lambs and sheep farming! Mark is a hoot! My prayers will be with Jess and the Doctors and staff as they care for her!!💞🙏🏼
Speedy recovery to Jess this time around. Let's hope you can get some answers! This cabin is going to look so amazing when everything is all put together. I'm glad you guys have a distraction for stressful times. Quiet time away just to be together as a family or even as a couple is always good to help reset and recover.
Saying a prayer that all went well with Jess's surgery.
You are doing great. I had to learn new programs all the time as a special ed teacher. One time I worked and worked on a task and just could not get it. I'm a very determined person even though it takes me awhile. Eventually it was discovered that there was indeed a glitch in the system and I was the only one in the state to discover the issue. They were so grateful and I was just relieved it wasn't my deficientcy.
I'll pray that Jess makes a swift and complete recovery.
Ive been hurting really bad from severe endo these past few days, and binging your channel has helped me keep my mind off the pain haha. Im a student working towards a biology/zoology degree who wants to work with livestock like this at some point. Up until now ive really only known about cattle and chicken care, learning about the sheep is so much fun!
Fun fact, i live near one of the few remaining free-range pig farms in the central US! Heres hoping the new program sorts itself out for you ^^ youve got it!!
Hope it passes! I had stage 4 endo and at 35 had a total hysterectomy and 5 years later have had no more pain since surgery. It’s such a tough road! Healing vibes your way!
@@ScubaWitch2021 maybe its just the period talking, but this comment made me cry 😭 in a good way, lol. Im only 20, and its been so bad this week that i havent been able to sleep or eat, i watched the video and left my comment after returning home from prompt care, where the doctor told me i was over-reacting and sent me home with naproxene and a condescending "use a heating pad". I felt crazy, and it means so much more than u think to hear someone say it can get better 🥺❤️❤️ thank you❤️❤️
I worked in computers for years, no decades, you are the perfect tester. I actually call testers like you the breakers, because you would do things that I would never think of.