This made my day today! I loved seeing their happy faces opening my boxes! Thank you for the kind letter you sent me! I will treasure the memories! Thank you for your kindness!
Karla, the children have so thoroughly enjoyed the awesome gifts you sent! It was just so, so, so thoughtful of you to send all of that to us! We love your generous heart! :)
Hi from Melbourne Australia..you know what just struck me..is Sam received a present, a drone..and handed to his brother to enjoy the experience..beautiful family..wonderful parenting and guidance..kind regards Karolyn
Your children love to be children, reading, creative ventures, mind building puzzles. Its a very special, and refreshing way to see children raised. The result of the country could take a lesson on how great a homestead life is for the next generation. Great job, Mom and Dad.. Janice and Sean.
What a lovely video! As Rebekah might say, “Everyone is going to Ee-Aw!” So many great art supplies for all of the children to enjoy! Plus the camera, drone, books and the beautiful Farmhouse book too!
I'm the youngest of 12 children. I just love your children! They remind me of our family and how much we appreciated everything we ever recieved. Love and enjoy every single moment of Gods blessings!
For the map - North Central Indiana. These videos are pure joy because the entire family is so appreciative and genuinely excited. When th kids are older, they will look back on this and pay it forward to others.
The drone was a very generous and thoughtful gift. It will be great for your family to have aerial photographs of the homestead and also to see how it changes through the seasons. I love that the children and teenagers were so engrossed in the books that were gifted. It warms my heart to know that these children are being brought up to appreciate what is fundamentally important and not to be selfish, entitled youngsters that I sadly see too much of nowadays, including my extended family. Blessings to everyone ❤️🕯️🙏
Thank you so much for continuing to show the gift openings! Just seeing all those sweet intent faces go straight into reading the books was the highlight for me. I was born wanting books and have read all my life. Books are a treasure!! My Grandma in PA used to go to auctions and buy books by the box full! Some had to be discarded but I remember getting The Silver Chalice. It was much above my head but thankfully my reading skills were a few years beyond my years. I was almost ready to cry when I saw the garden rolls. What a blessing!! Next the kid in me loved the craft box!! I love to make greeting cards and have used washi tape to decorate so often. Also use it when I am playing around with watercolor. You all truly are loved! Enjoy your gifts and let us see the kids opening them. Those who gave don’t need to lose their blessing by naysayers who are just here for trouble. I admire the anonymous gift givers for they do it as unto the Lord and not for their own glory. I have been unable to send anything except love and prayers and I hope some encouragement but I want to thank those who have the means and heart to share and bless y’all. The cameras were awesome!!! Both cameras would be more than my monthly check. Thus means they believe in you all and what you are doing. Here’s a suggestion about those gorgeous maps. The dry erase would work at first but I’m afraid they would begin to smear. I’ve seen little stick pins with red flags used to mark places on maps but I’m not sure about the cost or where to find them. I would consider regular sewing pins with the colored plastic heads. They will show up well and won’t take up much room on the map as you continue to grow. Just an idea. Sending you hugs and love and prayers for blessings overflowing from your friend in Tennessee. ❤🙏🏻
I love your gift opening videos. I love it when kids get happy over the simple gifts. To the people that said your only in it for the gifts, if that were true you would be asking for more expensive items instead of books and the other items you have received. Just ignore those people.
(from Shawn) Thank you for the kind comments. We didn't even know sending gifts to RUclipsrs was a thing until people kept telling us to get a private mailbox and create a wish list. Some people don't like it, but we have so many that keep saying they are going to send something so we may as well tell them what we would use. It has been an incredible experience over the past few months.
Hi Janice, would you be willing to do a "mama talk" video where you can share how you plan your days and manage your family? Sort of a behind the scenes of running a family. I think it would be encouraging to see what goes in to managing all the different pieces and how you do that--including how you utilize your planner. Thanks!
The Values of this family show very clearly during these unboxing videos! Like everyone has been commenting the appreciation and excitement shown for very basic things that many take for granted in this day and age is what makes non hater viewers so happy to watch. Art supplies, books, hand me down new clothes for them. Makes me shed a few tears to be honest. I am not one to comment much but had to say to this family. Thank you for sharing your wonderful loving family with us.
Thank you so very much, Stacy, for the kind comment! I'm grateful that you took the time to leave those sweet words for me to read. I also hope you know that the whole family appreciates all the support you give us! :)
You sure can! :) Anna - girl's size 8/10 shirts and leggings, dresses in a 10/12 (so they're long enough), size 3 shoe Abigail - girl's size 7/8 shirts and leggings, dresses in a 8/10 (for the length), size 2 shoe Rebekah - size 3T dresses, leggings, and shirts, toddler size 7-1/2 shoe (could bump up to a size 8)
I have mentioned Samuel in my comments on a previous video ~ I believe he needs to be mentioned again. Samuel is a gem! He has a precious presence in your videos, which I am sure he exhibits in his everyday life.
(from Shawn) Thank you, we're pretty proud of him. He is quiet and not really a big fan of being on the videos so you don't see him as much. He does our editing and uploading and keeps the channel going behind the scenes. Sam is extremely intelligent. He is also busy as a full-time college student now so his boat is pretty full. Thanks for thinking of him.
Shaun & Janice ...What a wholesome... lovely family you have....so full of thankfulness for all the wonderful gifts received. What a pleasure to watch your videos...May you be blessed in God's name!
Hi Carol! Thanks for the comment, sweet lady! I was just telling Samuel yesterday that I don't know what I would do if we didn't have him to do the editing. After six months of having a channel, I still feel clueless on how to do all of that! :)
Loved this unboxing!! Your children are so fun to watch. I love that they are gentle and great full when opening the gifts. You guys give me joy every time I watch you!!
Love your family opening up gifts and really appreciate what they receive .Little things can mean alot for some one else,like a book,or coloring things etc.and are so appreciated. I think thats what makes your children special.They know the value of things and don't ask much from there parents. Now adays kids ask for so much from there parents. But yours know the value of working at home .Sam is doing college work,and Sara is doing studing at home to for nursing It makes a difference when your children appreciate what they have ,you have raised and still raising great kids. Love to all Cindy M. .
Cindy, thank you for the very kind comment! There is so much excitement and we get so much joy when we all gather in the living room to film a gift unboxing video. I really do appreciate your support and love! :)
My grandkids are coming over to watch the movie Polar Express. We are Jewish but my grandkids love the Christmas movies...so we watch them. I just really love the kindness the season brings. Everyone is happy at Christmas time and Hanukkah..the feeling in the air is wonderful. It's happy times for all people..i pray and hope. You said you don't celebrate Christmas..but do you do any holiday decorating? I do we have a Hanukkah Bush lol a fir tree filled with Hanukkah decorations .we make Hanukkah cookies and I make snowmen and bells and trees for the kids. I just love the season...love to you and your family...you are the kindest people on you tube...janice you are good and kind. I could hug you❤❤❤❤❤❤….we are all different and that's ok .I just think you are all so sweet
Oh, I could hug you too! You're always so very kind to us. I have a pretty tablecloth with silver and gold snowflakes on it and we do pull that out every year in wintertime. We don't celebrate any specific holiday that time of year, so I just stick to decorations with a wintery theme. ☃️🌨️❄️🥶
I love that you are going to pin where your viewers are from. ❤ When I taught 2nd grade I put pushpins into the countries where my students and their parents were born. It really helped them want to learn about maps and geography.
This is a dream of gifts that was given to your family . I hope and pray that your family can see just how blessed all of you are and can use everything and enjoy all the fun you can have coloring and doing arts and crafts.
I SO enjoyed watching this video!! Your childrens obvious joy and excitement AND genuine appreciation was so refreshing to watch!! Cant think of another family more deserving of such heartfelt and precious blessings!! ❤
I sent the weed barrier, weeding is a chore that nobody likes and consumes waaaay too much time that could be better spent elsewhere! There is 1,200 ft of weed barrier, I hope that is enough to do most of everything, I got it on sale for $32 a roll, which was a very good deal and I am still watching the site to see if the sale comes up again. I think you might wantto carpet the whole garden with it and cut holes or trenches in it for the rows of plants, the less weeding the better for everyone! I also sent the Wally World gift card to help with the expense of the Meet and Greet, it can also be used at Sam's. Boy, that Rebekah can never have too many crayons and markers!! What a great gift Carla, you got a lot of squeals out of that one and Lisa's gift of markers and crayons, etc.! ! Both cameras were Super Awesome Gifts!! OMG, a drone, that would make a great video of an areial view of the homestead!! You guys have the best supporters!!!! I soooo love the unboxing videos! Love the smiles on everyones' faces and love to know that people who sooo deserve it are getting great things! Can't wait for the next one!!
I should've known it was you, Lisa!!! You are always so super-generous to our family! You're absolutely right that the weed barrier will save us from having to do a substantial amount of work. You got it for an amazing sale price too (and that makes me happy!) :) I don't know how to accurately convey just how much we appreciate you, but I hope that somehow you are able to fully grasp it through my muddled messages! Looking forward to seeing you in a couple weeks!
What joy these presents brought. It is easier to understand when we learned that Christmas isn’t one big present opening day but a special religious festival - something my children were taught -although my children were allowed to have a present but not a huge amount of things. I am sure that you are finding it difficult to accept so many wonderful gifts from very generous people but your family brings great joy to so many people. Quoting Dickens - God bless us all. From Berkshire ❤️( pronounced Barkshire) UK😀
Why would anyone complain about these kids giggles and smiles when they open a box! Especially when they are not the ones spending money to send a gift. I do not have extra money but I love seeing your extra grateful kids get gifts and gifts!!
Thank you so much for the sweet comment! I want you to know that we're thrilled to have you watching our videos and supporting our family. Gifts are never expected! :)
One idea for the map, not sure your budget can do it, but we get one of those universal yums snack boxes every month ( I think it’s $29 for our subscription, but you can choose which ones) and you get a box of snacks from a different country every month and then the kids have to find it and we put a dot on it with a marked:)
Such a joy, thank you ! I particularly enjoyed seeing Sam receive his drone - I know you all willingly share, but it's also important to have personal items. I'm also glad that you decided to keep both cameras - maybe one of the children would enjoy using the old one? Blessings upon blessings for you all xx
I'm so glad you could experience the joy with us, Judy! Yes, we'll still keep the old camera. We just haven't decided how it'll be utilized just yet. :)
How wonderful to see children react to books and such a manner you would think they all just got Apple iPhone cell phone watches tablets what are true wholesome family it is my pleasure to watch y'all daily finally figured out how to watch RUclips on my TV so now I watch all on a 65 inch much better than a tablet
The former teacher in me was so happy to see how excited the kids got when they saw all those books! I had such a huge classroom library because I was always looking for books at thrift stores that I thought my students would enjoy. I taught ELL (English Language Learners) in a poor community so it was a challenge to teach them to read and enjoy books since most of them didn’t have any at home.
(from Shawn) Our homeschool is very heavy on reading and the kids have grown up loving books. My grandpa only had an 8th grade education, but he was an avid reader and he could have passed as someone with a graduate degree. We are so glad they love to read.
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead I’ seen the number of books on your bookshelv and it makes me so happy! And you are correct that reading can get you even further than where the school system says we are!
This was so much fun! Your family reminds me so much of mine. All of my children who are still at home say Andrew reminds them of our oldest son. They even look similar. We also have a big age gap with our 6 from oldest to youngest, 27 to 12. Watching your family reminds me of when all of ours were at home. It warms my heart. I hope you have a 🐕🌈☀️ day!
I know I have said this before but I so love watching the excitement and appreciation of your children when the open a gift. It blesses me so much seeing your family being blessed . It makes me smile so much through the videos. I even love hearing the excitement in your voice when it is something for you lol. I pray you keep being blessed regardless of the haters. You all are a beautiful family that I am so glad I found on RUclips. ❤️
That book was totally beautiful!! It makes my heart happy at the genuine joy your children express! And you also!! Thank you again for sharing your family!!
Can we see some of the art that is sure to be created with the new art supplies? ❤ I know you’ve said no more but I’m voting/petitioning/asking 😆 you to reconsider the wishlist. Or a list of who is in what sizes? The kids are truly so grateful, it’s so much fun to watch them get surprises. You’ve raised/are raising beautiful children/young adults Janice and Shawn. ❤
I love watching your kids do the opening of packages..they get so excited as well as so thankful....i cant get enough of your videos..keep them coming!!!!
Hi Janice! You and your family and this channel is truly a blessing!! Watching your children open these boxes is truly a delight!! The smiles, the joy and appreciation they show is just not something you see often anymore. If anyone writes anything negative please just pass it by, that is on them!! Most all of us who watch this channel love you guys and believe me look forward to your videos!! I sit alone most days and when one of your videos pop up I'm excited to see what you all are up to!! Have a blessed day!!
I always get so “homesick” when I watch these videos. Just know that your children are going to carry these memories and this feeling of love with them throughout the rest of their lives and will be telling their children and grandchildren about the wonderful and special home life they had that they will never forget. We always thought we were “poor” while we were growing up, but we of course now realize we were so very rich in all the ways that count. I just look so forward to each and every video you make. It’s like going home every single time. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for that. I love you guys. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Debra, I hope you're right! I hope our children look back on their childhood with the same fond memories that you do. It makes me happy to know that our videos bring back memories for you! 💕
Your boxes are giving me Hanukkah gift ideas..😂❤️❤️ we have 8 days...my granddaughter Malkie will love that farmhouse book..i will buy my grandkids some. My grandkids love Little House on the Prairie...keep up the good work giving me gift ideas...♞🕎🕎
Thank you so much for saying you also appreciate those that are not in a position to send gifts. It really touched my heart and literally sent tears down my face. We ❤you.
(from Shawn) While we are blessed to receive gifts, most are from a small number of viewers. We would never expect most people to send us things and realize 99% will not do so and that is absolutely fine with us. We didn't even know sending gifts to RUclips families was a thing until we started and viewers started requesting an address to send things. We are glad to have you here. We love letters, so if you would like to write a letter to us that would be great!
You and your family have received many wonderful gifts that could be used to enhance teaching for you and learning for the children. Lots of new books, a map and lots of supplies. Lots of supplies for crafts, projects. The imaginations of the children will flourish! ♥️♥️
I always say how much I love Sarah but those boys are the sweetest ever. Sam and Andrew will make great husbands one day because of how they were raised. You are blessed and they are blessed to have you and their mother Janice ❤️
I'm a single mom and your family inspires me to be the best I can be for my little boy. And also you help me with money saving on groceries. I appreciate you and ur family so much. Your a blessing from god.❤
Hello Ozark Family from Liz, S.A., Australia, loved the unboxing again. To see the children with the box of books, crayons etc. is just wonderful, so much joy and gratitude there. It is a pleasure just to watch the whole family. Don’t forget to put a pin on my little town, when you are doing your World Map🤣🤣❤️ to you all 🥰
It would be so awesome if these people that are gifting items to your family could help those in need in their community! Nothing against your family but there are people in need and I have been that mom that needed help getting food on the table :(
(from Shawn) We recently did a livestream where we encouraged people to help their community, told them to share what they did for others and that alone would be a blessing to us.
Givers give and we don’t know who all these precious people are donating to. Shawn and Janice made a video asking folks to give to their local community. There are needy and hungry as well as homeless everywhere and we can share our giving. I’ve always said that no one needs to give a lot if everyone who can gives a little. I totally understand what you are saying. I live in the Appalachians and trust me there are needy people here. Even I cannot buy all of my medication. God bless you. ❤️🙏🏻
As a former librarian, I am especially happy to see all of the children enjoying books! Read, and you can be entertained or educated (or both) by anything in the world that interests you! Great unboxing!
(from Shawn) With your background as a librarian, I'm sure you will agree with me that the demise our libraries in the country is a tragedy. There are fewer books and just a bunch of computers and DVD movies. My uncle said the only hardcopy books in his local library are for young children, everything else is just e-books and computer terminals. Sure technology is great in its own way, but we should never replace real books.
Shaun, I couldn’t agree more! Here in the greater Sacramento area almost all of our branch libraries have been closed. All of our larger book stores have closed, too. I tried a little experiment with grade school aged children in our extended family. I asked them to read the same book both online and with an actual book. After they read the online version, we discussed the book. Did the same after they read the hard copy book. The discussions surrounding the hard copy book were far more in depth in almost every area! The children said that it was easier to understand the ideas expressed, and what the illustrations meant, by having the hard copy book. They preferred flipping actual pages to go back and reread parts that they didn’t completely understand. They said that the colors on the illustrations were “nicer” than on a computer. I observed that the youngest readers had a hard time staying engaged with their storybook online, but very much liked having the book to hold! Well, not a scientific test, but enough to keep us all buying books for our younger readers! I personally believe that here in California, there is a strong correlation between the lack of library books and our declining scores on educational testing. Very very sad. A library gives children the chance to read and learn in many areas. Most parents could not possibly buy enough books to even find out what their children might actually be interested in! So keep an eye out for those used book sales! I’ve found some wonderful books at those! My Kindke is “okay”, but I have glaucoma, and I can’t read many chapters at all before I get “halos” around everything!
Hello Janice, Shawn and family. I love your children so much. I smile and my heart feels the happiness of the children opening the gifts. No matter the size of the gift, they are so full of joy. You can see the appreciation in their faces. Not all kids are like that. I'm so happy for you and your family. Your family is deserving of all the blessings you receive. I love all your videos and can't wait to see each new one. God bless.
I think it's lovely that nowadays your children get excited by books,crayons etc.They really appreciate them xx
Yes absolutely what I thought as well while watching!!
This made my day today! I loved seeing their happy faces opening my boxes! Thank you for the kind letter you sent me! I will treasure the memories! Thank you for your kindness!
Karla, the children have so thoroughly enjoyed the awesome gifts you sent! It was just so, so, so thoughtful of you to send all of that to us! We love your generous heart! :)
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Hi from Melbourne Australia..you know what just struck me..is Sam received a present, a drone..and handed to his brother to enjoy the experience..beautiful family..wonderful parenting and guidance..kind regards Karolyn
(from Shawn) Sam is pretty good brother. It doesn't take much to keep him happy.
Your children love to be children, reading, creative ventures, mind building puzzles. Its a very special, and refreshing way to see children raised. The result of the country could take a lesson on how great a homestead life is for the next generation. Great job, Mom and Dad.. Janice and Sean.
The children loving books warms my heart more than you know. The sheer joy on your children’s voices and faces
What a lovely video! As Rebekah might say, “Everyone is going to Ee-Aw!” So many great art supplies for all of the children to enjoy! Plus the camera, drone, books and the beautiful Farmhouse book too!
I'm the youngest of 12 children. I just love your children! They remind me of our family and how much we appreciated everything we ever recieved. Love and enjoy every single moment of Gods blessings!
Your children are a joy to watch, they @re very polite and have so much patience with their little sister. Thank you for sharing your life.
What an honour it is to be involved in your family’s joy. Thank you for letting us all be a part of it. ❤
For the map - North Central Indiana.
These videos are pure joy because the entire family is so appreciative and genuinely excited. When th kids are older, they will look back on this and pay it forward to others.
Your family is much loved. Thank you for welcoming all of us into your lives. Every video feels like a visit to your homestead. ❤
Oh, thank you so much for that! You just made me smile so big! 😁
Abigail is so adorable when she gets excited!❤
The drone was a very generous and thoughtful gift. It will be great for your family to have aerial photographs of the homestead and also to see how it changes through the seasons. I love that the children and teenagers were so engrossed in the books that were gifted. It warms my heart to know that these children are being brought up to appreciate what is fundamentally important and not to be selfish, entitled youngsters that I sadly see too much of nowadays, including my extended family. Blessings to everyone ❤️🕯️🙏
Thank you so much for continuing to show the gift openings! Just seeing all those sweet intent faces go straight into reading the books was the highlight for me. I was born wanting books and have read all my life. Books are a treasure!! My Grandma in PA used to go to auctions and buy books by the box full! Some had to be discarded but I remember getting The Silver Chalice. It was much above my head but thankfully my reading skills were a few years beyond my years. I was almost ready to cry when I saw the garden rolls. What a blessing!! Next the kid in me loved the craft box!! I love to make greeting cards and have used washi tape to decorate so often. Also use it when I am playing around with watercolor. You all truly are loved! Enjoy your gifts and let us see the kids opening them. Those who gave don’t need to lose their blessing by naysayers who are just here for trouble. I admire the anonymous gift givers for they do it as unto the Lord and not for their own glory. I have been unable to send anything except love and prayers and I hope some encouragement but I want to thank those who have the means and heart to share and bless y’all. The cameras were awesome!!! Both cameras would be more than my monthly check. Thus means they believe in you all and what you are doing. Here’s a suggestion about those gorgeous maps. The dry erase would work at first but I’m afraid they would begin to smear. I’ve seen little stick pins with red flags used to mark places on maps but I’m not sure about the cost or where to find them. I would consider regular sewing pins with the colored plastic heads. They will show up well and won’t take up much room on the map as you continue to grow. Just an idea. Sending you hugs and love and prayers for blessings overflowing from your friend in Tennessee. ❤🙏🏻
Love your kiddos!!
The unboxing I have always enjoyed. Please enjoy your gifts because it was sent with love.
Love from Dr. Leon & Crystal Wilson
Aww, thank you, sweet lady! You are a blessing to our family and we appreciate the way you love on us. 💕
I love your gift opening videos. I love it when kids get happy over the simple gifts. To the people that said your only in it for the gifts, if that were true you would be asking for more expensive items instead of books and the other items you have received. Just ignore those people.
(from Shawn) Thank you for the kind comments. We didn't even know sending gifts to RUclipsrs was a thing until people kept telling us to get a private mailbox and create a wish list. Some people don't like it, but we have so many that keep saying they are going to send something so we may as well tell them what we would use. It has been an incredible experience over the past few months.
Hi Janice, would you be willing to do a "mama talk" video where you can share how you plan your days and manage your family? Sort of a behind the scenes of running a family. I think it would be encouraging to see what goes in to managing all the different pieces and how you do that--including how you utilize your planner. Thanks!
I would enjoy making a video like that! Planning out the logistics of how everything works is really interesting to me. 😁
The Values of this family show very clearly during these unboxing videos! Like everyone has been commenting the appreciation and excitement shown for very basic things that many take for granted in this day and age is what makes non hater viewers so happy to watch. Art supplies, books, hand me down new clothes for them. Makes me shed a few tears to be honest. I am not one to comment much but had to say to this family. Thank you for sharing your wonderful loving family with us.
Thank you so very much, Stacy, for the kind comment! I'm grateful that you took the time to leave those sweet words for me to read. I also hope you know that the whole family appreciates all the support you give us! :)
Can I have the clothing and show sizes for the 3 youngest girls please?
You sure can! :)
Anna - girl's size 8/10 shirts and leggings, dresses in a 10/12 (so they're long enough), size 3 shoe
Abigail - girl's size 7/8 shirts and leggings, dresses in a 8/10 (for the length), size 2 shoe
Rebekah - size 3T dresses, leggings, and shirts, toddler size 7-1/2 shoe (could bump up to a size 8)
I have mentioned Samuel in my comments on a previous video ~ I believe he needs to be mentioned again. Samuel is a gem! He has a precious presence in your videos, which I am sure he exhibits in his everyday life.
(from Shawn) Thank you, we're pretty proud of him. He is quiet and not really a big fan of being on the videos so you don't see him as much. He does our editing and uploading and keeps the channel going behind the scenes. Sam is extremely intelligent. He is also busy as a full-time college student now so his boat is pretty full. Thanks for thinking of him.
Shaun & Janice ...What a wholesome... lovely family you have....so full of thankfulness for all the wonderful gifts received.
What a pleasure to watch your videos...May you be blessed in God's name!
The way that Samuel sat right up when hearing it was a drone was funny, but then when I heard it was actually for him I was so, so happy for him ❤
I also was happy for Sam
Your children are so sweet and precious so appreciative. I love watching the unboxing videos .
The joy that comes from your family is so great. Keep up the great videos. All of them
I just loved how gracious Sam was by sharing with his brother after he’d had a quick look. You’re a great guy Sam.
Such a sweet video. I love watching the kids open the boxes. They sincerely love what ever they get. Love your family. Ty Samuel for all the editing.
Hi Carol! Thanks for the comment, sweet lady! I was just telling Samuel yesterday that I don't know what I would do if we didn't have him to do the editing. After six months of having a channel, I still feel clueless on how to do all of that! :)
Loved this unboxing!! Your children are so fun to watch. I love that they are gentle and great full when opening the gifts. You guys give me joy every time I watch you!!
Love your family opening up gifts and really appreciate what they receive .Little things can mean alot for some one else,like a book,or coloring things etc.and are so appreciated. I think thats what makes your children special.They know the value of things and don't ask much from there parents. Now adays kids ask for so much from there parents. But yours know the value of working at home .Sam is doing college work,and Sara is doing studing at home to for nursing
It makes a difference when your children appreciate what they have ,you have raised and still raising great kids. Love to all Cindy M.
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Cindy, thank you for the very kind comment! There is so much excitement and we get so much joy when we all gather in the living room to film a gift unboxing video. I really do appreciate your support and love! :)
My grandkids are coming over to watch the movie Polar Express. We are Jewish but my grandkids love the Christmas movies...so we watch them. I just really love the kindness the season brings. Everyone is happy at Christmas time and Hanukkah..the feeling in the air is wonderful. It's happy times for all people..i pray and hope. You said you don't celebrate Christmas..but do you do any holiday decorating? I do we have a Hanukkah Bush lol a fir tree filled with Hanukkah decorations .we make Hanukkah cookies and I make snowmen and bells and trees for the kids. I just love the season...love to you and your family...you are the kindest people on you tube...janice you are good and kind. I could hug you❤❤❤❤❤❤….we are all different and that's ok .I just think you are all so sweet
Oh, I could hug you too! You're always so very kind to us. I have a pretty tablecloth with silver and gold snowflakes on it and we do pull that out every year in wintertime. We don't celebrate any specific holiday that time of year, so I just stick to decorations with a wintery theme. ☃️🌨️❄️🥶
I always enjoy the videos of opening the gifts. It's wonderful that people are being so very generous to your family.
wow the kids loved the books but your amazing reaction to the dishes topped them all hugssssssss
Hi Sara, I am from Copenhagen.. So happy that you found that on the map.
I love that you are going to pin where your viewers are from. ❤
When I taught 2nd grade I put pushpins into the countries where my students and their parents were born. It really helped them want to learn about maps and geography.
By far the most grateful and kind children! 🙏❤
I love love love how grateful they are for their things! They deserve it. Loving the cookbooks. I’m a book hoarder!
I, love the unboxing videos...❤
Just wanted to let you know that I smile each time I see a comment from you! Thank you for being such a faithful supporter of our family's channel! :)
Wow, what a great lot of gifts you received. Thank you for sharing.
Y’all are such hard workers, ya’ll deserve getting such nice gifts! I love watching your family videos!
Love these unboxing videos guys!!! 😊😊😊
Awesome! 👍 It makes me happy to see your kids happy and grateful for what they get.
This is a dream of gifts that was given to your family . I hope and pray that your family can see just how blessed all of you are and can use everything and enjoy all the fun you can have coloring and doing arts and crafts.
Thank you Janice for the beautiful heart. Enjoy all of gifts.
I was in tears watching this episode. I felt like I was right there in the room with you all. This video did my heart good. God Bless 🙏❣
I SO enjoyed watching this video!! Your childrens obvious joy and excitement AND genuine appreciation was so refreshing to watch!! Cant think of another family more deserving of such heartfelt and precious blessings!! ❤
I sent the weed barrier, weeding is a chore that nobody likes and consumes waaaay too much time that could be better spent elsewhere! There is 1,200 ft of weed barrier, I hope that is enough to do most of everything, I got it on sale for $32 a roll, which was a very good deal and I am still watching the site to see if the sale comes up again. I think you might wantto carpet the whole garden with it and cut holes or trenches in it for the rows of plants, the less weeding the better for everyone! I also sent the Wally World gift card to help with the expense of the Meet and Greet, it can also be used at Sam's. Boy, that Rebekah can never have too many crayons and markers!! What a great gift Carla, you got a lot of squeals out of that one and Lisa's gift of markers and crayons, etc.! ! Both cameras were Super Awesome Gifts!! OMG, a drone, that would make a great video of an areial view of the homestead!! You guys have the best supporters!!!! I soooo love the unboxing videos! Love the smiles on everyones' faces and love to know that people who sooo deserve it are getting great things! Can't wait for the next one!!
I should've known it was you, Lisa!!! You are always so super-generous to our family! You're absolutely right that the weed barrier will save us from having to do a substantial amount of work. You got it for an amazing sale price too (and that makes me happy!) :) I don't know how to accurately convey just how much we appreciate you, but I hope that somehow you are able to fully grasp it through my muddled messages! Looking forward to seeing you in a couple weeks!
What a great and very thoughtful gift! Well done!
What a wonderful video ...smiles all round ..much love to you all from Aussie ❤
What joy these presents brought. It is easier to understand when we learned that Christmas isn’t one big present opening day but a special religious festival - something my children were taught -although my children were allowed to have a present but not a huge amount of things. I am sure that you are finding it difficult to accept so many wonderful gifts from very generous people but your family brings great joy to so many people. Quoting Dickens - God bless us all. From Berkshire ❤️( pronounced Barkshire) UK😀
We love you guys too!!! Our Ozark family. ❤❤❤
Why would anyone complain about these kids giggles and smiles when they open a box! Especially when they are not the ones spending money to send a gift. I do not have extra money but I love seeing your extra grateful kids get gifts and gifts!!
Thank you so much for the sweet comment! I want you to know that we're thrilled to have you watching our videos and supporting our family. Gifts are never expected! :)
One idea for the map, not sure your budget can do it, but we get one of those universal yums snack boxes every month ( I think it’s $29 for our subscription, but you can choose which ones) and you get a box of snacks from a different country every month and then the kids have to find it and we put a dot on it with a marked:)
(from Shawn) I had never heard of that, just looked it up. That is a really neat thing they came up with.
So glad to see all the happy faces, may God keep blessing you and your family ☺️❤️ There's more to come soon
You guys have become family. I’m one of the ones doesn’t include name simply because your family. We receive blessings from your videos and love❤
Oh Tina, I love that we can be family! 💕 Thank you for blessing us. You make me smile and help all of us feel loved. 🥰
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead you guys bless me far beyond money
I sure love your family
Such a joy, thank you ! I particularly enjoyed seeing Sam receive his drone - I know you all willingly share, but it's also important to have personal items. I'm also glad that you decided to keep both cameras - maybe one of the children would enjoy using the old one? Blessings upon blessings for you all xx
I'm so glad you could experience the joy with us, Judy! Yes, we'll still keep the old camera. We just haven't decided how it'll be utilized just yet. :)
So awesome. Your family is truly blessed. Love seeing all the happy faces! Thank you for sharing ❤
How wonderful to see children react to books and such a manner you would think they all just got Apple iPhone cell phone watches tablets what are true wholesome family it is my pleasure to watch y'all daily finally figured out how to watch RUclips on my TV so now I watch all on a 65 inch much better than a tablet
Your children are so sweet and polite . It is so wonderful to see. Thank you for your videos.
Samuel is such a wonderful young man. But all members of your Family are so lovely.Hugs to all of you from Germany❤❤❤
This is just CRAZY! You are so blessed. 😘
Good idea for the 2 cameras. Thats awesome. God bless you n the people that blessed you to keep the youtube going. ❤
Your children are so adorable. They are really appreciative!
The former teacher in me was so happy to see how excited the kids got when they saw all those books!
I had such a huge classroom library because I was always looking for books at thrift stores that I thought my students would enjoy. I taught ELL (English Language Learners) in a poor community so it was a challenge to teach them to read and enjoy books since most of them didn’t have any at home.
(from Shawn) Our homeschool is very heavy on reading and the kids have grown up loving books. My grandpa only had an 8th grade education, but he was an avid reader and he could have passed as someone with a graduate degree. We are so glad they love to read.
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead I’ seen the number of books on your bookshelv
and it makes me so happy! And you are correct that reading can get you even further than where the school system says we are!
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead I’m having difficulty typing my reply because the letters are going on top of each other
I just love your children they appreciate everything they get big are little. And they are very well mannered.
This was so much fun! Your family reminds me so much of mine. All of my children who are still at home say Andrew reminds them of our oldest son. They even look similar. We also have a big age gap with our 6 from oldest to youngest, 27 to 12. Watching your family reminds me of when all of ours were at home. It warms my heart. I hope you have a 🐕🌈☀️ day!
I know I have said this before but I so love watching the excitement and appreciation of your children when the open a gift. It blesses me so much seeing your family being blessed . It makes me smile so much through the videos. I even love hearing the excitement in your voice when it is something for you lol. I pray you keep being blessed regardless of the haters. You all are a beautiful family that I am so glad I found on RUclips. ❤️
Yayyyy more unboxing I love it...❤❤❤❤ I love your family
I love the joy and excitement each of your children have. I would love to see a tour of the pantry you are standing in.
That book was totally beautiful!! It makes my heart happy at the genuine joy your children express! And you also!! Thank you again for sharing your family!!
I’m always so excited to see the gifts opened. And such wonderful gifts they are. I love books too Thank you for sharing your family with us. 😊
It's so wonderful to hear the children laughing and enjoying opening gift love see it
Love your family😊
Can we see some of the art that is sure to be created with the new art supplies? ❤
I know you’ve said no more but I’m voting/petitioning/asking 😆 you to reconsider the wishlist.
Or a list of who is in what sizes?
The kids are truly so grateful, it’s so much fun to watch them get surprises. You’ve raised/are raising beautiful children/young adults Janice and Shawn. ❤
im kinda new to your channel and your family! i love watching how your viewers send you stuff you need. God bless you all
We're so very glad to have you here, Brandi!! Thanks for taking the time to comment! :)
I love your videos! You are an amazing family! With lots of love and prayers from south-west England 🏴❤️
What a beautiful family it's so beautiful to see your children so happy God bless you all. Fiorella from Toronto ❤️🇨🇦
It makes me happy seeing your lovely children open the blessings that people have sent to you all. 💜
I can’t wait to see the drone in action lol 💕
I love you guys you are a beautiful family God bless you ❤
So good to see how happy the gifts make the children and Janice your dishes are beautiful God Bless You all 😊
I love watching your kids do the opening of packages..they get so excited as well as so thankful....i cant get enough of your videos..keep them coming!!!!
Hi Janice! You and your family and this channel is truly a blessing!! Watching your children open these boxes is truly a delight!! The smiles, the joy and appreciation they show is just not something you see often anymore. If anyone writes anything negative please just pass it by, that is on them!! Most all of us who watch this channel love you guys and believe me look forward to your videos!! I sit alone most days and when one of your videos pop up I'm excited to see what you all are up to!! Have a blessed day!!
Hi Judi!! Thank you so much for being sweet to our family! It makes me so happy to know that our videos bless you! :)
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead More then you'll ever know!
I always get so “homesick” when I watch these videos. Just know that your children are going to carry these memories and this feeling of love with them throughout the rest of their lives and will be telling their children and grandchildren about the wonderful and special home life they had that they will never forget. We always thought we were “poor” while we were growing up, but we of course now realize we were so very rich in all the ways that count. I just look so forward to each and every video you make. It’s like going home every single time. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for that. I love you guys. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Debra, I hope you're right! I hope our children look back on their childhood with the same fond memories that you do. It makes me happy to know that our videos bring back memories for you! 💕
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead I’m certain of it! ❤️🌻
Your boxes are giving me Hanukkah gift ideas..😂❤️❤️ we have 8 days...my granddaughter Malkie will love that farmhouse book..i will buy my grandkids some. My grandkids love Little House on the Prairie...keep up the good work giving me gift ideas...♞🕎🕎
Awesome! I definitely think the Farmhouse book will be a hit! 💕
New castle, Indiana. East of Indianapolis. Fun idea
Thank you so much for saying you also appreciate those that are not in a position to send gifts. It really touched my heart and literally sent tears down my face. We ❤you.
(from Shawn) While we are blessed to receive gifts, most are from a small number of viewers. We would never expect most people to send us things and realize 99% will not do so and that is absolutely fine with us. We didn't even know sending gifts to RUclips families was a thing until we started and viewers started requesting an address to send things. We are glad to have you here. We love letters, so if you would like to write a letter to us that would be great!
Hello from Denmark, Europe. Your family is amazing.
Love you , you guys are so sweet and you make my heart happy❤.
You and your family have received many wonderful gifts that could be used to enhance teaching for you and learning for the children. Lots of new books, a map and lots of supplies. Lots of supplies for crafts, projects. The imaginations of the children will flourish! ♥️♥️
(from Shawn) Thank you so much, we are truly blessed.
Hey 👋 Ozark family house stead 😊❤ your kids are Sweet 😊❤
I always say how much I love Sarah but those boys are the sweetest ever. Sam and Andrew will make great husbands one day because of how they were raised. You are blessed and they are blessed to have you and their mother Janice ❤️
I love how they share & show show so much joy. 💖
What a wonderful life. To be safe and knowing loving parents will take care of your needs. To be sheltered from the cold world and present too.
I'm a single mom and your family inspires me to be the best I can be for my little boy. And also you help me with money saving on groceries. I appreciate you and ur family so much. Your a blessing from god.❤
Hello Ozark Family from Liz, S.A., Australia, loved the unboxing again. To see the children with the box of books, crayons etc. is just wonderful, so much joy and gratitude there. It is a pleasure just to watch the whole family. Don’t forget to put a pin on my little town, when you are doing your World Map🤣🤣❤️ to you all 🥰
Hi Liz!! The children were so giddy over the gifts! Please know that we all appreciate you being here!! :)
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead 🥰
It would be so awesome if these people that are gifting items to your family could help those in need in their community! Nothing against your family but there are people in need and I have been that mom that needed help getting food on the table :(
(from Shawn) We recently did a livestream where we encouraged people to help their community, told them to share what they did for others and that alone would be a blessing to us.
Givers give and we don’t know who all these precious people are donating to. Shawn and Janice made a video asking folks to give to their local community. There are needy and hungry as well as homeless everywhere and we can share our giving. I’ve always said that no one needs to give a lot if everyone who can gives a little. I totally understand what you are saying. I live in the Appalachians and trust me there are needy people here. Even I cannot buy all of my medication. God bless you. ❤️🙏🏻
What makes you think they aren’t? 🤔
As a former librarian, I am especially happy to see all of the children enjoying books! Read, and you can be entertained or educated (or both) by anything in the world that interests you!
Great unboxing!
Ditto from another librarian!
Thank you! Our librarians hold a special place in our hearts! 💕
(from Shawn) With your background as a librarian, I'm sure you will agree with me that the demise our libraries in the country is a tragedy. There are fewer books and just a bunch of computers and DVD movies. My uncle said the only hardcopy books in his local library are for young children, everything else is just e-books and computer terminals. Sure technology is great in its own way, but we should never replace real books.
Shaun, I couldn’t agree more! Here in the greater Sacramento area almost all of our branch libraries have been closed. All of our larger book stores have closed, too.
I tried a little experiment with grade school aged children in our extended family. I asked them to read the same book both online and with an actual book. After they read the online version, we discussed the book. Did the same after they read the hard copy book.
The discussions surrounding the hard copy book were far more in depth in almost every area! The children said that it was easier to understand the ideas expressed, and what the illustrations meant, by having the hard copy book. They preferred flipping actual pages to go back and reread parts that they didn’t completely understand. They said that the colors on the illustrations were “nicer” than on a computer.
I observed that the youngest readers had a hard time staying engaged with their storybook online, but very much liked having the book to hold!
Well, not a scientific test, but enough to keep us all buying books for our younger readers!
I personally believe that here in California, there is a strong correlation between the lack of library books and our declining scores on educational testing. Very very sad. A library gives children the chance to read and learn in many areas. Most parents could not possibly buy enough books to even find out what their children might actually be interested in!
So keep an eye out for those used book sales! I’ve found some wonderful books at those! My Kindke is “okay”, but I have glaucoma, and I can’t read many chapters at all before I get “halos” around everything!
God bless your whole family~ May the Lord continue to use your family's ministry to transform lives!🥰
(from Shawn) Thank you Lissette!
Hello Janice, Shawn and family. I love your children so much. I smile and my heart feels the happiness of the children opening the gifts. No matter the size of the gift, they are so full of joy. You can see the appreciation in their faces. Not all kids are like that. I'm so happy for you and your family. Your family is deserving of all the blessings you receive. I love all your videos and can't wait to see each new one. God bless.
Aww, thank you so much, Lynda! Your sweet comment made me smile! :)
Oh my goodness what blessings to you and your family.! Your viewer's love you all, and gave you thing's to help, your homestead.
Dam,Janice you got Hollywood in the Ozarks going on with all those cameras! Can't wait to see your drone shots!
Hi from Manitoba Canada, sure going to miss your unboxing videos. My favourite
love the unboxing videos and seeing the happiness on your kids faces makes me smile thx you and your family
Love your kids are grateful and have the best manners. They deserve everything they got
I love your kids excitement!❤