Laura, please don't stop making videos about your days, family and with your Mum, they are so lovely and I love that you share a little of your life. You always title your videos so that it is clear what the content is, surely if people aren't interested, they can choose not to watch! Looking forward to many more in 2023! Happy New year xxx
Oh come on Bob C, most of us really enjoy those shopping trips with mom. If you don't, all you have to do is not watch that particular video. Don't give us a hard time 😂
When you spoke about you and Benjamin being homebodies I thought of this saying : “Live a life you don't need to take a vacation from” and you guys have created a home and life that is magical!
I wonder if Benjamin will have trouble with separation when it’s time to go to school and get on a bus etc….my son had issues, he loved the thought of school but got lonesome for home…he was a homebody also!
I DONT EVER want you to STOP filming all the memories, family, shopping, etc! Those of us that are in it for the long haul with you and your family- want to see these things. You have more garden knowledge than most people and I just love everything about you and your life. ❤😊
Love all your videos. Please don't stop sharing your outings with your mom and sister. Some people just need to appreciate all your videos and keep any negative comments to themselves. 😊
Love your videos with your mom and sister especially the antiquing trips. It brings back happy memories of my best friend. You do you and that's what makes your videos so special! Thanks.
I LOVE the videos when you and your mom and sis go out to stores together! I hope you will continue those videos. I think 99.9 % of your subscribers also love these videos! I watch your videos everyday and look forward to your positivity, cheerfulness, and educational content, it's a wonderful addition to my mornings. Happy New Year to all of your family!
I loved seeing you and your mom doing some self care! I would watch the extended version of the pedicures! I love all of your videos but the ones with you and your mom always bring me so much joy and make me smile! 💗💗💗 Also both you and Aaron have fabulous hair!
It's so nice to see Aaron without his hat! I also love it when Laura and Aaron when they get called out on something stupid, they put it right back into that person's court and will not cave into a snarky remark. They continue to do what they want to do - because they should, because it's their house and their property. 😋👍
You know what, footcare is definitely part of gardening, one has to take care of their feet and hands and hair, whatever!!! The tan lines on my feet is my badge of hard work, sweat, tears and joy of gardening…and love a bit of family variety in this channel.
Laura you need a recap video of this video. The comments are very very clear. We all love your videos with your mom and your family. It makes us feel like we are a part of what you are doing. I love what you share with us and would be sooo sad if you "reigned it in" I want to see what you order for lunch and how Aaron is feeling and Chedder and Russell. Your children growing up....Please continue.
Laura please continue to make the vlogs about going out with your family and add those family moments, its what makes your channel different than the other garden channels plus its like my fix of wholesome reality show that I actually want to watch!!!!!!! Please don't change!!!! Also so happy to see someone acknowledge the date Dec 25, to each their own and thank you Aaron for addressing that!!!!
You did an amazing job going ZEN to the question why you take Christmas decorations immediately after Christmas Day. My reaction to the question was, “Seriously! Are you kidding me?” Why would anyone ever question what another person chooses to do? You and Aaron responded well and kindly to a sanctimonious question.
I totally agree. I personally don't exclusively celebrate Christ's birth. I focus more on the life he lived on earth, and the eternal purpose of that. My thoughts are on that at some time every day of the year. My focus doesn't require the commercialized aspect. I love to see those; however, it is not what I judge anyone for.
I think some people have to have a reason to 'flaunt' whatever they believe and the extent of their so-called knowledge. I am not a religious person, and agree with Aaron's take on the birthday. But that's a whole other conversation. I just love the decorations and usually leave mine up until the middle of January. I understand GA's reasons for un-decorating early, what with the filming, etc. It's all time sensitive... And THEN another one may complain about leaving the decorations up TOO long😵💫😉😹😹. Can't run everyone's lives....
Please continue “doing you”!! One major reason your content works so well is because a lot of what you do isn’t forced and appears to be what you want. The moment you begin bending to the whims of others, it can become a slippery slope. You just might lose the spark and personal motivations that make your content so enjoyable!
You’re overruled, Bob! We love these videos. The description clearly tells what the video is going to be about. When it doesn’t mention a gardening project, pass it by if it doesn’t appeal. Thanks! Laura, we love getting glimpses of your life and family!
One of the reasons I prefer your channel is because you do include your family, your shopping trips, craft projects and so much more. Please don't stop sharing because of that one comment. We love seeing your kids growing and sharing your passion for gardening and your family!
Couldn’t agree more. To the amount of non-Christian population that also celebrates Christmas, you would think we could all be a bit less rigid on the rules and just enjoy the spirit and the time. Laura, you do your take down exactly when I do. Fresh start to the new year.
I’m an atheist but I keep my Christmas/Yule decorations up until January 6.😂 people can decorate their homes however they like. I’m keeping some outdoor lights on until the end of January just because I think they’re pretty.
I love it when you and your Mom go places together even if it’s having a pedicure! I know this is a gardening channel but you both have such a positive outlook on life and I love watching no matter what you do! My family teases me because I was watching you just take down xmas stuff but it motivates me to do the same! Your sweet baby girl is so gentle with everything she touches..❤
I love all your excursions with your Mom pedicures included. Garden, antiquing and house projects ,sharing your family with us all. Is what we love about you all.
Aarons answer was perfect. All these dates are man made and not actually the real dates of the events. By the way the wise men didn’t go to the manger. They went to a HOUSE where they were staying.
I feel like I want to say two things of constructive criticism. HARTLEY HARTLEY HARTLEY. I’m tired of it. Second is please stop scratching your head. I love love your mom and enjoy her every time she is on the video.
I have three kids 34, 21, my baby is 18, and I will be 60 this year. I treasure all my before and after photos because they are the most photos I have of my kids. Your passion shows when you tell stories about growing up around doing things in your parent's family home, and garden center. Go back and watch your face telling the stories. We as the viewer find this heart felt. I love how your kids and animals are a part of your life weather you planned or didn't plan for them to show up. I have never had mother time with my Mother she was always a nurses maid to my I'll father who couldn't be left alone for an hour. It's also wonderful to see this side of your husband and yourself discussing the videos and what you would like to try to do this year. I am a viewer because you guys are living your dayley life and it's not a scripted movie. That's what I love about watching. It also motivates me to get and do things while watching as well. It give me ideas for my home. Your doing it right. Don't second guess your family life the kids are a part of what you guys do. And who you have grown to be. You only get 18 years with them at home as your children. I morn each day that my small children are gone. I love who they have turned out to be! But miss my little ones.
Love seeing your ( undyed) hair! You are usually wearing a cap. Love your content, perfect balance of gardening and life. Your goodwill and kindness are gentle reminders to me as I start my day.
You need to weigh the number of people who complain about your day trip against the number who LOVE it. It would be a landslide ‘For daytrips’!I live for those days as do many. Live seeing your mom and sister and love that Aaron is-really in the videos a lot. Keep on doing what you are doing
I don’t care what you video!!! I’ll watch anything you guys do!! I love videos of you & your mom & with Monica too!! I want to see a video with your dad too!
My mother put our tree up the Friday after Thanksgiving, then it came down the 2nd or 3rd day after christmas.i had a friend who loved her all white tree & it was up pretty much all year.she just loved it. She has passed on, so my laughing at seeing her tree up in June is a fond memory. Whatever makes a person happy.
I'm so glad for this recap. I was caring for my son in the hospital over the last week and I see now that I missed the one in your parent's garden shed. Life is hard right now, GA is a little break away and a breath of the pretty life of growing and beauty. You're helping in more ways than you know! Thanks for being there.
With my son sick, we postponed Christmas until Jan. 25th. I typically take the decorations down on Jan.1. Right now, the tree is lit and beautiful--there's something comforting about it. This year, our decorations will stay up until we celebrate as a family. Love you all!
Happy New Year guys! This video really highlighted to me how much you have to deal with on comments. Bless you! I don't understand the need of some people to make rude or judgmental comments. I know you'll keep doing what is good for you, but that would bug the heck out of me! Nasty by-product of what you do, I know, but ugh! Just know, the majority of us that just love watching what you have to offer!! So THANK YOU!!
Laura please keep the videos with your Mom and the days you share together! It is heart warming to us that don't have our Mom's anymore! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Sounds like you and Aaron came to a decision about the piano room. ❤️ Take your own advice with your garden. If you don't like a plant, don't feel bad pulling it out and changing it. Do what makes you happy. Do the same in your home. And we appreciate all of your content. ❤️I appreciate you guys putting yourselves out there for all of the comments you receive. You are educators, and it is so appreciated.❤️ I also need to say that I don't do New Year's resolutions. I set goals daily for myself to be productive, but not yearly. I've taken on your attitude, Laura, just do what feels natural. It has taken the pressure off so much.
Instead of resolutions, I just live each day to it's best. Big changes invite failure just because we are human. Be your best self, don't punish failure.
I stumbled across your feed about 3 years ago now and I have watched religiously to the point that you’re apart of my day-to-day life. You’ve inspired me to get back to my creative side both in Gardening and Interior Decorating. Can’t wait to see what 2023 has in store. Sending ❤ from Oklahoma, thanks for all you do!!
I just LOVED Aaron's comment after you described rolling the ribbon from your trees and saving it..."Do you remember ribbon candy? Boy, I haven't had that in years". I just loved how ribbon made him think of ribbon candy! Made me chuckle.
I can’t believe someone is complaining about not having garden stuff in December! It’s winter…what do they expect? Rude people, I love all your videos!
I’m not sure it was intended as a rude comment. Many people watch these videos from places worldwide where gardening doesn’t stop for winter. Just another thought. 😊
Oh my gosh you have patience dealing with the comments some people feel entitled to make! Love watching what you’re doing in the garden! It would be great to review lists of your favorites while we wait for Spring! Your favorite shade & Sun perennials, , shade & sun shrubs, trees, etc! It may help us think creatively as we plan for next year! Thanks so much!
I love how you both aren’t bothered by what people say and don’t apologize for things like taking your decorations down. The confidence is so refreshing and is part of what makes your channel a relaxing escape for your subscribers!
I love the time when you and your mother go shopping please don’t stop doing that it’s a nice time for us to see you enjoying your self and see where you live thanks for sharing
Laura , why do people pick at tiny details that don't concern them at all? You do your life the way you like! We really enjoy watching yall! keep it up!
Paint the molding white! You always say if there is something in your garden that you don't love, take it out! The same philosophy should be applied in your home 🏡❤️
Your channels are my favorites, they're educational but I love your family and how you share glimpses of things outside of gardening too. You are grounded, good people, and it's not often we see that anymore!! Thank you for being you and all your wonderful gardening projects too!
I love your channel regardless of Garden content or not. It's amazing to see people spending time together and having fun!!! People have different preferences and it's nice to have a diversity of content.
First of all, why do people feel like they can comment on your hair? I just don't get it. Second of all the vast majority of us love to see you shop with your mom even if that includes a pedicure. Go for it! Third, I love everything about your channel. So keep up the good work!
Please don’t change content for haters. So many of us love seeing your daily activities and time with your mom and sweet kids. So many of us don’t have our parents anymore and so enjoy sharing your family. Happy New Year!
I'm excited for Spring and Summer this year because you've buttoned up the Hartley and the trenching is done. So now you can fill in flowerbeds make your space cozy like you want. I totally think ya'll should go somewhere (vacation) this month. Make it an adventure and do new things! Ya'll deserve it!
Laura I think you have a great balance of gardening, teaching us sooooo much… and family life as far as videos go…… it’s wonderful seeing all the sides of your world, obviously many others feel this way otherwise you wouldn’t be so extremely popular…… please keep being you and doing what your doing … y’all are so precious, thank you for enriching our days by sharing your knowledge and helping us be better in the garden
I am 67, but just learned from my eye doctor that cataracts can be delayed by wearing sunglasses, glad Aaron grabbed his shades. I think Laura's eyes get protection from her hair!
I’ve thought about that many times. I used to seldom ever wear sunglasses but once my doctor me that I wear them to go to the mailbox. I’ve had cataracts removed but wear sunglasses anyway.
I just found out about this also, wearing sunglasses to prevent cataracts, I now wear them every time I am outside. Laura may not know, hope she sees this
Good morning HAPPY NEW YEAR Garden Answer fam - Laura you probably think your videos are redundant. You do certain things certain times over and over again. But you guys are gathering more and more followers who want to become great gardeners or want to improve their gardening. I’m pretty sure every hour there’s somebody new that’s watching! Now there are a lot of videos that you guy put out that I cannot apply to my garden situation at the moment. I watch and put the information in the back of my mind…like the seed starting, seed organizing all that stuff. Well I’m actually going to start using them this month. That is one of my resolutions: to grow other flowers than sunflowers from seed. I’ve already started I’ve collected amaryllis (Hippeasrtum) seeds. So please please please keep filming & keep talking about your process for growing in managing your garden spaces. And thank you and everyone!!!
I’m commenting at the very beginning of the video and suspect many others have commented on this, but my new I-watch dings at certain intervals, telling me to stand up! Already very helpful.
I love the variety you offer in your videos. The ones with your mom and sister are some of my favorites not because of what you’re doing but because your interactions with each other are so fun. Seeing you lovingly tease and joke with each other is great! I enjoy seeing you and Aaron discuss what you each like and how you come to final plans for everything from the land and gardens to the house. I originally thought you shouldn’t paint the woodwork in the piano room but after seeing it in this video it’s clear that the finish on it probably isn’t original to the house. I love both rich wood moldings where you can see the grain of the wood, like oak, as well as painted. I think it might be nice to see what kind of wood all that molding is made out of. If there is beautiful oak or mahogany under that finish it might look beautiful stripped. Lots of antique furniture used to be stained very dark, almost black, but when stripped you find gorgeous wood grains and colors of the natural wood. If it’s just a bunch of random stuff put together then painting is the way to go. I think painting that room a lighter color would be beautiful and would set off the piano. If you kept dark wood a pale sky blue would look gorgeous. “Light” doesn’t have to be white. 😊
Please do not listen to those negative comments! It is so lovely to be able to watch your daily content no matter what it is! You guys do a fabulous job and we love it. I would love to see some of your nightly walks around the property, too.
@jgwood10 relax, they don't have to interrupt their family time, it was just a suggestion for content ideas. They could take walks around the property showing what it looks like during the off season.
I have ejoyed every video you have made--your garden videos inspire me and your family videos give me joy to see another mother/daughter duo enjoying their time together!
Not mentioning 69 made me smile and instantly remember you avoiding fuzzy balls the name of a plant that also made Aaron laugh. I adore the innocence of Laura and how perfect their relationship balances down to the "funny" things. Clearly I have a mischievous side but I am honestly also a lot like pure Laura, which is why their dynamic makes me smile.
i started to remove my decor on New Year’s eve, my last night of outside lights in New Years night. I like to take stuff down after New Years because it takes time to take it all down and stored away.
I would LOVE to see a bloopers video!! I know "stuff" happens all the time, it would be cool to see the outakes. Yes Aaron's too! Brings light to situations where you may insert an "oops" . I so enjoy all of your video's no matter the content. You always make us feel like friends. Sooo how about it??
Lol - Good idea! It is fun & helps reset us everyday people to not try to be as “Perfect” as those we admire - remind us stuff happens nobody is perfect. I think one of the reasons Becky of AcreHomestead is so loved is she doesn’t do mess up take outs - makes her so relatable. I love The Garden Answer family & how they do content is Super Fabulous - but a blooper video would be Awesome!💚😅😂
People need to take a chill pill about Christmas decorations…. To each their own. If someone wants to keep their decorations up until mid-Jan good for them; if you want to take them down on 12/26 rock on. Thank you for being honest and true to yourself and your family. We are grateful for you all and just appreciate you take us along for the ride. Happy New Year!
2:07 Yayy! Seed starting time 👏 Don’t worry about repetitive content - you inspire us to practice the essential gardening rituals 🌸. I always learn something new from watching you 👍🏻 and it motivates us to do, not just watch. Winter sowing can’t be rewarding in a climate where you have to keep checking and heroic watering 🙄. That’s more work! The beauty of winter sowing is to set it & forget it. No watering and to be amazed that great things happen without your effort. It makes me glad my climate is winter sowing friendly and balances out the advantage you enjoy with cooler night temps in the heat of summer.
Lol... the comments about your pedicures! I lost my mom recently and so the videos of you and your mom out and about enjoying life, are some of my favorites. Even the salon! Keep them coming! 😊
Your piano room had a glow after the wall paper was removed that I was drawn to. The beautiful woodwork needs to stay the same-try a softer, lighter shade of cream or taupe on the walls. Oh, and Aaron, your hair looks great-darker from not getting sunlight to it!!! I enjoy your family. Happy New Year.
A lift up into the loft would be a great addition to the barn. It would make moving storage items faster, easier, and safer than hauling them up and down the steps.
I absolutely love when the kids are in the videos and those of you and your mom. I think most of us enjoy whatever content you put out but I honestly enjoy it most when family is a part of it so please know that you are making great content!! It's always an option to only watch videos with gardening content if that's what people choose. Your family videos warm my heart so please don't stop. In fact I would love to see more with your mom and your adorable children! And I always love to see you and Aaron as well (sorry if I'm not spelling your name correctly 🤔😬😊).
I love when channels I follow show other things and parts of the their life. I have lots of different hobbies and interests as well. I find it funny when people can't not watch a video, and then complain about hehehe.
Don’t listen to people who say they do not like your day to day! Most of us LOVE it! It’s so nice to hear about your life especially during the winter. 😊
After I watched the video last year of you and your mom at the Christmas sale where you bought the Santa Band, I knew I had to have one for my grandson!!! I found one on eBay and it has been his favorite decoration in my house this year. He's a year and a half and loves for things to go "off" and "on" (and he can actually say those words), so it has been very entertaining!
I love the vlogging and personal stories. It just goes to show with 1.6 million subscribers. You can’t please everyone and can’t try. I say keep sprinkling personal videos in with you regular gardening content. Someone can just skip those videos, I don’t watch EVERY video from content creators I follow.
Laura, I am shocked that some people criticize you for putting your Christmas decorations away. It is your home and putting your Christmas decorations away on your schedule is fine. Thank you for sharing your video. Happy New Year Laura and Aaron!
Laura I think I can speak for MANY others when I say, we love and look forward to the videos of you and your mom shopping and spending time together. I loved that you guys went and got mani’s and pedi’s together! The show is also about life, and we enjoy when you let us into your life so thank you!!
“It doesn’t resonate anymore” is THE best comment EVER!! The two of you are so special! THANK YOU! Love your momma, babies, and all your wonderful gardening STUFF! Happy New Year!
Oh, please don’t change anything about the way you guys do your videos we are here to watch you grow as a family and to also share your family and the rest of your life not just gardening. We love you continue on 2023. Happy new year. ❤️❤️❤️
I so VERY much appreciate you letting us viewers share your non gardening activities! It makes your channel much more personable. You have a wonderful family and I appreciate you sharing your family life with me♥️ Holidays are about sharing!!
We are all invested in your lives! We LOVE every VIDEO of every detail and trip and plant and project and family member! ALL OF IT! DON’T CHANGE ONE THING! You two are fun, friendly, faithful, & fabulous! Looking forward to 2023 with you!!
I don't care what other people say. I enjoyed your day with your mother. Please keep doing it. It is good to change it up. I also agree with both of you on taking down your Christmas decorations. Everyone should do what they want and don't judge someone else. I like to take mine down by the end of the month.
As a girl with a mom that passed away, I really enjoy your mom vlogs. Your relationship with your mom is so precious and I’m okay with the pedicure content 🤣
Laura, please don't stop making videos about your days, family and with your Mum, they are so lovely and I love that you share a little of your life. You always title your videos so that it is clear what the content is, surely if people aren't interested, they can choose not to watch! Looking forward to many more in 2023! Happy New year xxx
Me too!!!
Yep, my fave videos!
I loved the normal things. It's ok to share things other than flowers. We love it.
Agree 100%....variety is the spice of life! Love the family vlog-type videos. Don't pat attention to the criticism, it's unwarranted!
Love the variety you provide!!
Your dad is so thoughtful!! it must’ve taken him a while to plan that advent calendar!! What a big teddy bear he is!!!
Oh come on Bob C, most of us really enjoy those shopping trips with mom. If you don't, all you have to do is not watch that particular video. Don't give us a hard time 😂
right, sorry Bob
Ya bob
Lol. Exactly!!!
Looks like a fun day with Mom!!! Love those videos!!
Not nice Bob
No one should judge anyone when it comes to observing the holidays. You guys are real folks. It is more than fine.
When you spoke about you and Benjamin being homebodies I thought of this saying : “Live a life you don't need to take a vacation from” and you guys have created a home and life that is magical!
Live a life you don't need to take a vacantion from
So true!
Agreed!!!
I wonder if Benjamin will have trouble with separation when it’s time to go to school and get on a bus etc….my son had issues, he loved the thought of school but got lonesome for home…he was a homebody also!
@@kaymcclurg9881 Thete's so many options! They might homeschool or start 1/2 day. Sweet family!
I DONT EVER want you to STOP filming all the memories, family, shopping, etc! Those of us that are in it for the long haul with you and your family- want to see these things. You have more garden knowledge than most people and I just love everything about you and your life. ❤😊
Love all your videos. Please don't stop sharing your outings with your mom and sister. Some people just need to appreciate all your videos and keep any negative comments to themselves. 😊
Love your videos with your mom and sister especially the antiquing trips. It brings back happy memories of my best friend. You do you and that's what makes your videos so special! Thanks.
I LOVE the trips! Don’t stop it!!
I love them together they are like sisters shopping. Love it it’s amazing how much alike you and your mom are,love it.
Agreed 💗
AGREED!!!…love your videos with your mom and family….ignore that awful comment….how rude!
I LOVE the videos when you and your mom and sis go out to stores together! I hope you will continue those videos. I think 99.9 % of your subscribers also love these videos! I watch your videos everyday and look forward to your positivity, cheerfulness, and educational content, it's a wonderful addition to my mornings. Happy New Year to all of your family!
Let everyone decide for themselves when to take down Christmas decorations, I’m with you 👍😍
Don't stop sharing your antique trips with us. Gardening and Antiquing go together.
I loved seeing you and your mom doing some self care! I would watch the extended version of the pedicures! I love all of your videos but the ones with you and your mom always bring me so much joy and make me smile! 💗💗💗 Also both you and Aaron have fabulous hair!
Self care is part of gardening too :)
Totally agree. Inquiring minds ..
Vacation for me was always more time at home especially in the gardens.
It's so nice to see Aaron without his hat! I also love it when Laura and Aaron when they get called out on something stupid, they put it right back into that person's court and will not cave into a snarky remark. They continue to do what they want to do - because they should, because it's their house and their property. 😋👍
You know what, footcare is definitely part of gardening, one has to take care of their feet and hands and hair, whatever!!! The tan lines on my feet is my badge of hard work, sweat, tears and joy of gardening…and love a bit of family variety in this channel.
So right 👉
Yes, yes, and yes. Mainly, Laura and her Mom are so entertaining. I could follow her along doing anything 😊
It was a day out for the girls mani-pedis are usually part of it ,it’s ok to not watch but I loved it ! ❤
Laura you need a recap video of this video. The comments are very very clear. We all love your videos with your mom and your family. It makes us feel like we are a part of what you are doing. I love what you share with us and would be sooo sad if you "reigned it in" I want to see what you order for lunch and how Aaron is feeling and Chedder and Russell. Your children growing up....Please continue.
I like the other-than-garden content every now and then, especially when it includes your Mom! Please keep sharing behind the scenes! Happy New Year!
I love a glimpse of the kids they are sweet.
Agreed 💗
Laura please continue to make the vlogs about going out with your family and add those family moments, its what makes your channel different than the other garden channels plus its like my fix of wholesome reality show that I actually want to watch!!!!!!! Please don't change!!!! Also so happy to see someone acknowledge the date Dec 25, to each their own and thank you Aaron for addressing that!!!!
Post whatever you want! We love it. It’s your channel.
Your fathers gifts to your mom is so thoughtful.
You did an amazing job going ZEN to the question why you take Christmas decorations immediately after Christmas Day. My reaction to the question was, “Seriously! Are you kidding me?” Why would anyone ever question what another person chooses to do? You and Aaron responded well and kindly to a sanctimonious question.
Well said! Totally agree 👍
All my Christmas decorations were put away on December 26th. To each their own!! 👍
All my Christmas decorations were put away on December 26th. To each their own!! 👍
I totally agree. I personally don't exclusively celebrate Christ's birth. I focus more on the life he lived on earth, and the eternal purpose of that. My thoughts are on that at some time every day of the year. My focus doesn't require the commercialized aspect. I love to see those; however, it is not what I judge anyone for.
I think some people have to have a reason to 'flaunt' whatever they believe and the extent of their so-called knowledge. I am not a religious person, and agree with Aaron's take on the birthday. But that's a whole other conversation. I just love the decorations and usually leave mine up until the middle of January. I understand GA's reasons for un-decorating early, what with the filming, etc. It's all time sensitive... And THEN another one may complain about leaving the decorations up TOO long😵💫😉😹😹. Can't run everyone's lives....
Honestly, the non-gardening videos are some of my favorites. Cooking, random outings, craft projects ad family. Variety is the spice of life.
Please continue “doing you”!! One major reason your content works so well is because a lot of what you do isn’t forced and appears to be what you want. The moment you begin bending to the whims of others, it can become a slippery slope. You just might lose the spark and personal motivations that make your content so enjoyable!
You’re overruled, Bob! We love these videos. The description clearly tells what the video is going to be about. When it doesn’t mention a gardening project, pass it by if it doesn’t appeal. Thanks! Laura, we love getting glimpses of your life and family!
One of the reasons I prefer your channel is because you do include your family, your shopping trips, craft projects and so much more. Please don't stop sharing because of that one comment. We love seeing your kids growing and sharing your passion for gardening and your family!
Please do not stop filming your shopping trips. I ALWAYS look forward to watching you and your Mom together.
Your response to the Christmas decorations is exactly why I love this channel. You keep doing you. Everyone else can do their own thing. 💙
Couldn’t agree more. To the amount of non-Christian population that also celebrates Christmas, you would think we could all be a bit less rigid on the rules and just enjoy the spirit and the time. Laura, you do your take down exactly when I do. Fresh start to the new year.
I’m an atheist but I keep my Christmas/Yule decorations up until January 6.😂 people can decorate their homes however they like. I’m keeping some outdoor lights on until the end of January just because I think they’re pretty.
I love it when you and your Mom go places together even if it’s having a pedicure! I know this is a gardening channel but you both have such a positive outlook on life and I love watching no matter what you do! My family teases me because I was watching you just take down xmas stuff but it motivates me to do the same! Your sweet baby girl is so gentle with everything she touches..❤
Me too, I did the same. Just the tree and lights until my next day off.
I love your times out antiquing with your mom, dont stop it......
I love all your excursions with your Mom pedicures included. Garden, antiquing and house projects ,sharing your family with us all. Is what we love about you all.
Aron and Laura I love your explanation of Christmas, please everyone you do you! In this world let’s celebrate everyone’s difference! 🌼🐝
Well said. Happy holidays no matter how you celebrate
Aarons answer was perfect. All these dates are man made and not actually the real dates of the events. By the way the wise men didn’t go to the manger. They went to a HOUSE where they were staying.
I feel like I want to say two things of constructive criticism. HARTLEY HARTLEY HARTLEY. I’m tired of it. Second is please stop scratching your head. I love love your mom and enjoy her every time she is on the video.
Yes!
@@gagascrafttoonzz172 Yes!
I have three kids 34, 21, my baby is 18, and I will be 60 this year. I treasure all my before and after photos because they are the most photos I have of my kids. Your passion shows when you tell stories about growing up around doing things in your parent's family home, and garden center. Go back and watch your face telling the stories. We as the viewer find this heart felt. I love how your kids and animals are a part of your life weather you planned or didn't plan for them to show up. I have never had mother time with my Mother she was always a nurses maid to my I'll father who couldn't be left alone for an hour. It's also wonderful to see this side of your husband and yourself discussing the videos and what you would like to try to do this year. I am a viewer because you guys are living your dayley life and it's not a scripted movie. That's what I love about watching. It also motivates me to get and do things while watching as well. It give me ideas for my home. Your doing it right. Don't second guess your family life the kids are a part of what you guys do. And who you have grown to be. You only get 18 years with them at home as your children. I morn each day that my small children are gone. I love who they have turned out to be! But miss my little ones.
Don't listen to the minority when it comes to content! The garden drew us in, but now we love anything you do! Just be you!
Don't change a thing ... Your videos are so happy and enjoyable ... love seeing your moments with your mom and kids!
Love seeing your ( undyed) hair! You are usually wearing a cap. Love your content, perfect balance of gardening and life. Your goodwill and kindness are gentle reminders to me as I start my day.
Agree, I always find it interesting what people get “worked up” about.
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I'm not sure why people, who are basically strangers, feel the need to get so personal about things 🤷♀️.
If he always has a cap on how would you know he dyes his hair?
You need to weigh the number of people who complain about your day trip against the number who LOVE it. It would be a landslide ‘For daytrips’!I live for those days as do many. Live seeing your mom and sister and love that Aaron is-really in the videos a lot. Keep on doing what you are doing
I don’t care what you video!!! I’ll watch anything you guys do!! I love videos of you & your mom & with Monica too!! I want to see a video with your dad too!
Love, LOVE the videos with your Mom.
Please don’t stop!
My mother put our tree up the Friday after Thanksgiving, then it came down the 2nd or 3rd day after christmas.i had a friend who loved her all white tree & it was up pretty much all year.she just loved it. She has passed on, so my laughing at seeing her tree up in June is a fond memory. Whatever makes a person happy.
I'm so glad for this recap. I was caring for my son in the hospital over the last week and I see now that I missed the one in your parent's garden shed. Life is hard right now, GA is a little break away and a breath of the pretty life of growing and beauty. You're helping in more ways than you know! Thanks for being there.
Best wishes and happy new year to you and your son.
Speedy recovery! Hope 2023 will be happy and healthy for you and your family.
With my son sick, we postponed Christmas until Jan. 25th. I typically take the decorations down on Jan.1. Right now, the tree is lit and beautiful--there's something comforting about it. This year, our decorations will stay up until we celebrate as a family. Love you all!
Praying!!!
@Holly_Kay ~ I pray your son recovers fully and quickly!
Happy New Year guys! This video really highlighted to me how much you have to deal with on comments. Bless you! I don't understand the need of some people to make rude or judgmental comments. I know you'll keep doing what is good for you, but that would bug the heck out of me! Nasty by-product of what you do, I know, but ugh! Just know, the majority of us that just love watching what you have to offer!! So THANK YOU!!
Laura please keep the videos with your Mom and the days you share together! It is heart warming to us that don't have our Mom's anymore! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Sounds like you and Aaron came to a decision about the piano room. ❤️ Take your own advice with your garden. If you don't like a plant, don't feel bad pulling it out and changing it. Do what makes you happy. Do the same in your home. And we appreciate all of your content. ❤️I appreciate you guys putting yourselves out there for all of the comments you receive. You are educators, and it is so appreciated.❤️ I also need to say that I don't do New Year's resolutions. I set goals daily for myself to be productive, but not yearly. I've taken on your attitude, Laura, just do what feels natural. It has taken the pressure off so much.
Agreed! Paint the molding if that is what you like - the current moulding is not historically significant.
Instead of resolutions, I just live each day to it's best. Big changes invite failure just because we are human. Be your best self, don't punish failure.
I stumbled across your feed about 3 years ago now and I have watched religiously to the point that you’re apart of my day-to-day life. You’ve inspired me to get back to my creative side both in Gardening and Interior Decorating. Can’t wait to see what 2023 has in store. Sending ❤ from Oklahoma, thanks for all you do!!
What a surprise!! Didn’t think we would have a video until Tuesday!! Happy new year to us!!!❤️❤️❤️. Happy new year everyone❤️❤️
I just LOVED Aaron's comment after you described rolling the ribbon from your trees and saving it..."Do you remember ribbon candy? Boy, I haven't had that in years". I just loved how ribbon made him think of ribbon candy! Made me chuckle.
I can’t believe someone is complaining about not having garden stuff in December! It’s winter…what do they expect? Rude people, I love all your videos!
I’m not sure it was intended as a rude comment. Many people watch these videos from places worldwide where gardening doesn’t stop for winter. Just another thought. 😊
Oh my gosh you have patience dealing with the comments some people feel entitled to make! Love watching what you’re doing in the garden! It would be great to review lists of your favorites while we wait for Spring! Your favorite shade & Sun perennials, , shade & sun shrubs, trees, etc! It may help us think creatively as we plan for next year! Thanks so much!
I love the extended family videos the most and the Christmas shopping video just made me happy. It’s nice to have the variety.
Hello 😇 marry marry Christmas toI’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from?
I love how you both aren’t bothered by what people say and don’t apologize for things like taking your decorations down. The confidence is so refreshing and is part of what makes your channel a relaxing escape for your subscribers!
I love the time when you and your mother go shopping please don’t stop doing that it’s a nice time for us to see you enjoying your self and see where you live thanks for sharing
Laura , why do people pick at tiny details that don't concern them at all? You do your life the way you like! We really enjoy watching yall! keep it up!
Because they need something to complain about. People will always judge someone else. 🤷🏻♀️
Hey! Bob- Footcare is a serious, collateral part of gardening. You have to get the dirt back out. The struggle is real! 😄
Paint the molding white! You always say if there is something in your garden that you don't love, take it out! The same philosophy should be applied in your home 🏡❤️
Your channels are my favorites, they're educational but I love your family and how you share glimpses of things outside of gardening too. You are grounded, good people, and it's not often we see that anymore!! Thank you for being you and all your wonderful gardening projects too!
I love your channel regardless of Garden content or not. It's amazing to see people spending time together and having fun!!! People have different preferences and it's nice to have a diversity of content.
First of all, why do people feel like they can comment on your hair? I just don't get it. Second of all the vast majority of us love to see you shop with your mom even if that includes a pedicure. Go for it! Third, I love everything about your channel. So keep up the good work!
Please don’t change content for haters. So many of us love seeing your daily activities and time with your mom and sweet kids. So many of us don’t have our parents anymore and so enjoy sharing your family. Happy New Year!
I'm excited for Spring and Summer this year because you've buttoned up the Hartley and the trenching is done. So now you can fill in flowerbeds make your space cozy like you want. I totally think ya'll should go somewhere (vacation) this month. Make it an adventure and do new things! Ya'll deserve it!
Antiquing videos are my favorite. Especially with your mom!
Laura I think you have a great balance of gardening, teaching us sooooo much… and family life as far as videos go…… it’s wonderful seeing all the sides of your world, obviously many others feel this way otherwise you wouldn’t be so extremely popular…… please keep being you and doing what your doing … y’all are so precious, thank you for enriching our days by sharing your knowledge and helping us be better in the garden
I am 67, but just learned from my eye doctor that cataracts can be delayed by wearing sunglasses, glad Aaron grabbed his shades. I think Laura's eyes get protection from her hair!
I’ve thought about that many times. I used to seldom ever wear sunglasses but once my doctor me that I wear them to go to the mailbox. I’ve had cataracts removed but wear sunglasses anyway.
I just found out about this also, wearing sunglasses to prevent cataracts, I now wear them every time I am outside. Laura may not know, hope she sees this
Good morning HAPPY NEW YEAR Garden Answer fam - Laura you probably think your videos are redundant. You do certain things certain times over and over again. But you guys are gathering more and more followers who want to become great gardeners or want to improve their gardening. I’m pretty sure every hour there’s somebody new that’s watching! Now there are a lot of videos that you guy put out that I cannot apply to my garden situation at the moment. I watch and put the information in the back of my mind…like the seed starting, seed organizing all that stuff. Well I’m actually going to start using them this month. That is one of my resolutions: to grow other flowers than sunflowers from seed. I’ve already started I’ve collected amaryllis (Hippeasrtum) seeds. So please please please keep filming & keep talking about your process for growing in managing your garden spaces. And thank you and everyone!!!
I’m commenting at the very beginning of the video and suspect many others have commented on this, but my new I-watch dings at certain intervals, telling me to stand up! Already very helpful.
I love the variety you offer in your videos. The ones with your mom and sister are some of my favorites not because of what you’re doing but because your interactions with each other are so fun. Seeing you lovingly tease and joke with each other is great! I enjoy seeing you and Aaron discuss what you each like and how you come to final plans for everything from the land and gardens to the house. I originally thought you shouldn’t paint the woodwork in the piano room but after seeing it in this video it’s clear that the finish on it probably isn’t original to the house. I love both rich wood moldings where you can see the grain of the wood, like oak, as well as painted. I think it might be nice to see what kind of wood all that molding is made out of. If there is beautiful oak or mahogany under that finish it might look beautiful stripped. Lots of antique furniture used to be stained very dark, almost black, but when stripped you find gorgeous wood grains and colors of the natural wood. If it’s just a bunch of random stuff put together then painting is the way to go. I think painting that room a lighter color would be beautiful and would set off the piano. If you kept dark wood a pale sky blue would look gorgeous. “Light” doesn’t have to be white. 😊
Never mine that person that doesn’t want the content about shopping with your mom, I appreciate this time you share with us.
Please do not listen to those negative comments! It is so lovely to be able to watch your daily content no matter what it is! You guys do a fabulous job and we love it. I would love to see some of your nightly walks around the property, too.
The evening walks are family time. Give them their space!
@jgwood10 relax, they don't have to interrupt their family time, it was just a suggestion for content ideas. They could take walks around the property showing what it looks like during the off season.
I have ejoyed every video you have made--your garden videos inspire me and your family videos give me joy to see another mother/daughter duo enjoying their time together!
Not mentioning 69 made me smile and instantly remember you avoiding fuzzy balls the name of a plant that also made Aaron laugh. I adore the innocence of Laura and how perfect their relationship balances down to the "funny" things. Clearly I have a mischievous side but I am honestly also a lot like pure Laura, which is why their dynamic makes me smile.
Exactly what I was thinking. Innocence, no guile at all. Pure pleasure to watch and learn from.
i started to remove my decor on New Year’s eve, my last night of outside lights in New Years night. I like to take stuff down after New Years because it takes time to take it all down and stored away.
I agree. Whatever happened to the fuzzy ball plant. I haven't seen it lately.
I would LOVE to see a bloopers video!! I know "stuff" happens all the time, it would be cool to see the outakes. Yes Aaron's too! Brings light to situations where you may insert an "oops" . I so enjoy all of your video's no matter the content. You always make us feel like friends. Sooo how about it??
Lol - Good idea! It is fun & helps reset us everyday people to not try to be as “Perfect” as those we admire - remind us stuff happens nobody is perfect. I think one of the reasons Becky of AcreHomestead is so loved is she doesn’t do mess up take outs - makes her so relatable. I love The Garden Answer family & how they do content is Super Fabulous - but a blooper video would be Awesome!💚😅😂
ESPECIALLY Aaron's...
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People need to take a chill pill about Christmas decorations…. To each their own. If someone wants to keep their decorations up until mid-Jan good for them; if you want to take them down on 12/26 rock on. Thank you for being honest and true to yourself and your family. We are grateful for you all and just appreciate you take us along for the ride. Happy New Year!
Laura not getting Aaron’s rubber tree joke is what makes me love them 🤣
I love watching videos with your mum n sister .... Please keep them coming...
2:07 Yayy! Seed starting time 👏 Don’t worry about repetitive content - you inspire us to practice the essential gardening rituals 🌸. I always learn something new from watching you 👍🏻 and it motivates us to do, not just watch. Winter sowing can’t be rewarding in a climate where you have to keep checking and heroic watering 🙄. That’s more work! The beauty of winter sowing is to set it & forget it. No watering and to be amazed that great things happen without your effort. It makes me glad my climate is winter sowing friendly and balances out the advantage you enjoy with cooler night temps in the heat of summer.
I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from
Add me to the MANY who love your outings with your mom and sister. Please don't ever stop posting those!
Hello I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from
Lol... the comments about your pedicures!
I lost my mom recently and so the videos of you and your mom out and about enjoying life, are some of my favorites. Even the salon! Keep them coming! 😊
It also was great to see Aaron’s Mom with Samantha! ❤
Your piano room had a glow after the wall paper was removed that I was drawn to. The beautiful woodwork needs to stay the same-try a softer, lighter shade of cream or taupe on the walls.
Oh, and Aaron, your hair looks great-darker from not getting sunlight to it!!! I enjoy your family. Happy New Year.
A lift up into the loft would be a great addition to the barn. It would make moving storage items faster, easier, and safer than hauling them up and down the steps.
Your shopping trips with your mum and sister are my favourite videos. Please don’t stop!
I say if someone doesn’t like your content, they can look away. We all like to see your days activity sprinkled with some family life. I love it all❣️
I absolutely love when the kids are in the videos and those of you and your mom. I think most of us enjoy whatever content you put out but I honestly enjoy it most when family is a part of it so please know that you are making great content!!
It's always an option to only watch videos with gardening content if that's what people choose. Your family videos warm my heart so please don't stop. In fact I would love to see more with your mom and your adorable children! And I always love to see you and Aaron as well (sorry if I'm not spelling your name correctly 🤔😬😊).
Don't question your content for videos. Do what you love and we'll love it too!!
I love when channels I follow show other things and parts of the their life. I have lots of different hobbies and interests as well.
I find it funny when people can't not watch a video, and then complain about hehehe.
At 26:50 Russell appears outside the Hartley window ... aw he wants inside ~ after all he's a STAR!
Don’t listen to people who say they do not like your day to day! Most of us LOVE it! It’s so nice to hear about your life especially during the winter. 😊
I like other content than just garden so I am happy with differences.
After I watched the video last year of you and your mom at the Christmas sale where you bought the Santa Band, I knew I had to have one for my grandson!!! I found one on eBay and it has been his favorite decoration in my house this year. He's a year and a half and loves for things to go "off" and "on" (and he can actually say those words), so it has been very entertaining!
Love seed starting season!
I love the vlogging and personal stories. It just goes to show with 1.6 million subscribers. You can’t please everyone and can’t try. I say keep sprinkling personal videos in with you regular gardening content. Someone can just skip those videos, I don’t watch EVERY video from content creators I follow.
Your answer on Christmas and taking down decorations was SPOT on PERFECT!!! KUDOS to you both!!!
Laura, I am shocked that some people criticize you for putting your Christmas decorations away. It is your home and putting your Christmas decorations away on your schedule is fine.
Thank you for sharing your video.
Happy New Year Laura and Aaron!
Have you ever considered foot lighting along your walk ways, paths etc? Happy birthday Laura's Dad.
Laura I think I can speak for MANY others when I say, we love and look forward to the videos of you and your mom shopping and spending time together. I loved that you guys went and got mani’s and pedi’s together! The show is also about life, and we enjoy when you let us into your life so thank you!!
“It doesn’t resonate anymore” is THE best comment EVER!! The two of you are so special! THANK YOU! Love your momma, babies, and all your wonderful gardening STUFF! Happy New Year!
Don’t change a thing! Love the outings with you and your mom, and family updates. Enjoy the crafts and diy’s too. 😊
Oh, please don’t change anything about the way you guys do your videos we are here to watch you grow as a family and to also share your family and the rest of your life not just gardening. We love you continue on 2023. Happy new year. ❤️❤️❤️
I love the times you show with your Mom and family times. Lost my Mom recently. It gives me pleasure to watch you and your Mom together!!
I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from
I so VERY much appreciate you letting us viewers share your non gardening activities! It makes your channel much more personable. You have a wonderful family and I appreciate you sharing your family life with me♥️ Holidays are about sharing!!
I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from
We are all invested in your lives! We LOVE every VIDEO of every detail and trip and plant and project and family member! ALL OF IT! DON’T CHANGE ONE THING! You two are fun, friendly, faithful, & fabulous!
Looking forward to 2023 with you!!
I don't care what other people say. I enjoyed your day with your mother. Please keep doing it. It is good to change it up. I also agree with both of you on taking down your Christmas decorations. Everyone should do what they want and don't judge someone else. I like to take mine down by the end of the month.
I have watched those videos at least six times each. They make me smile and laugh and bring joy to my life. Don't stop.
As a girl with a mom that passed away, I really enjoy your mom vlogs. Your relationship with your mom is so precious and I’m okay with the pedicure content 🤣
PS: What about a gilded gold for your piano room?