I saw your husband’s tshirt in your pumpkin everything video and it said “pray”! Love it, that’s what you do when your son scares you. You give all your cares to Him because He cares for you!❤
I can so relate to your story about your son going caving. The hardest part of parenting teens is letting go and trusting that you’ve taught them well enough for them to make (mostly) the right choices. But it really does give them the confidence to experience life. Yesterday one of our sons who is 22 flew on a tiny plane to a remote island where he will be working for the next three weeks. The plane hit bad weather, had to make an emergency landing at an Air Force base on a different island and then he flew back to a big city on the mainland to spend the night in a hotel. My mama heart wanted to swoop in and rescue him but a few hours later, he sent videos of his fancy hotel room (paid for by the company) and the DUCK he ordered from a restaurant because that was being paid for too! 😂
It's always crockpot season at our house ;) My favorite is still a chuck roast. Brown it on the grill and pop it in the pot over a layer of potatoes, carrots, and onions. Never enough onions.
I switched to a regular zesty Italian dressing and don’t use the whole bottle and at the end I just add a little milk to thin it! I agree it’s a bit much th original way
Thanks for the mom talk about teenagers, that definitely spoke to my soul. I thought there was something wrong with me worrying about my teenagers. I get so worried about my 19 year old daughter who lives in the dorms. I know I have to give her space but at the same time I get so worried if I don't hear from her for a day😫
I like seeing your budget grocery challenges. I would love to see one (or some) with a minimum protein requirement! 15 percent calories from protein for a basic balanced meal, or 20 percent to please the bodybuilders. If you wanted, you could also tack on a bonus challenge of making sure that at least one meal a day contains a good amount of veggies. (Like this comment if you want Christine to see this suggestion.)
I love watching your recipes & your teenage parenting segments are golden! I have 2 sons (15 & 13) & knowing I'm not alone in these struggles is comforting.
Being I am a mom to 4 adult boys--it's terrifying sometimes! But-- you have to hope, pray & believe they have the where with all & courage to try new things, trust in them to do their best & ask for guidance if the are apprehensive about anything. They will flourish!! Mine are awesome men who will do anything to help people, very responsible & loving. Thank you God for letting me be their mom ❤️. Christine-you & Dave have amazing kids!!! Goes to show that you are GREAT parents! ❤️ Keep on being you & sharing your life w/ us!🙏🙏
I love my crockpot. I loaded it one day, a couple hours later wondering why I wasn't smelling yummy goodness yet, only to find out that I didn't plug it in. Ugh, I took the liner put it in the fridge and ordered pizza. I put the crockpot meal back in the next day and plugged it in
Meals look great - when making decisions about my teenagers - I always think to myself that when I was their age my parents didn’t have any way of contacting me or knowing where I really was and I managed to survive! They trusted me to be responsible and as a result I have to trust my kids too. It saves a whole lot of arguments and anxiety about them 😊
I got a little teary with nostalgia for our teens hearing the cave story, Christine! You're so right and are an excellent parent. Your kids are blessed.
Love slow cooker meals. I made this week 3 lbs of boneless 4:34 skinless chicken thighs with 1 large onion 4-5 garlic cloves, add salt & pepper, basil, thyme & rosemary. Add 1 bottle of Sugerfree Primal Kitchen BBQ, add about 1/4 cup of vinegar red or white. Cook 2.5 hours at high. Shred and add back in sauce. I add 1/4 if coconut suger because my son prefers.
Absolutely agree. My teens are closer in age to your youngest 2, so I haven't gotten to the turning 18 part yet, but so far parenting teens is the best!
Being homeless I managed to get a small crock pot I can borrow enough electricity to cook every 2 to 3 days and its working so far. Luckily it has gotten cold enough to keep the food good. Thank you for the video. Just subscribed. 😊
@Gnomey97 only 1 for Battered Women. Working on a few things to get housing of some sort. The need is so great there just isn't enough to handle it all. Plus at this point I'm only 52 disabled and I would rather see our Vets and older people in places before I take something. Just doesn't seem right otherwise. But I am working on it. Until then I will continue keeping on and sending up Prayers. Thank You for caring it means a lot. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 and may God bring you Happiness, Health and Wealth in the coming year 🙏 Stay Safe 🙏
@virginiabirkett4980 I'm sorry there's not enough resources near you! Never feel bad for accepting help! You are not worth less than other people because you perceive you have less of a need! I hope you don't live in a colder state! And of course I care! I hope you know there are a lot of people out there that care about you even if they don't know you. Everyone deserves food and shelter. I will be thinking of you!
Was looking for some easy meals and found this yummy. But that’s not why I’m commenting. Shout out to the Pepper Boy reference Dana Carvey is the best!!!!
Hi, Christine 👋👋 long time viewer, first time commenting. Chicken is the only protein I eat, so I am 💯 percent trying all of these recipes. ❤ Thanks for the quirky and uplifting attitude!!
That sounds like my sister in law! She would invite us for supper and as we were eating she would say, I'm glad You came for supper, I cleaned out my refrigerator and was going to Throw It out anyway.
No Christine ! We are sitting on the back porch drinking our coffee and it’s cool 72 degrees at 840 am ! No coats ! Not yet ! Glenda in Mesa ( where you SHOULD live )
You have so much more restraint than I do when it comes to raising teenagers and giving them freedom... but it shows that you're doing a good job because he did call you because he knew you were probably worried, so congratulations!!🎉🎉
The pepper trick, I was given that trick back in the 70s by my mother. The olive garden recipe is no go us🤮. I've got a better on two pound of chicken breast, can if corn drained, har of favorite salsa, one can of black beans drained and rest and chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook on low for 8 hours ,serve with avocados , green onions and cheese makes great burritos and tacos. 😊😋
I have never tried chicken wings in the slow cooker, but i will deffinitely do that! The idea with broiler / airfryer is genius. I will try asap! Thank you
Good parenting advice. I don’t know what people did before Location Services were available on our phones lol Our whole family is connected and we can see where everyone is. Gives a mom peace of mind 😬
We just had an Amazon Fresh store open near us and they had 2lbs of chicken breast on sale for $2 each! We bought a bunch so these recipes are going to come in handy!
I love a slow cooker, the meals look great. but let's talk about coats.😂 that columbia jacket looks awesome. that's a good brand and worth the investment. I bought the bugaboo parka in black(either on backcountry website or moosejaw, can't remember). it was originally $229, I paid $100. that was in 2010. that coat is 14 years old and the lightest,warmest coat I've ever owned. it has held up. you should do more fashion videos because I know you invest in quality.
Sweet… i was wondering what to do with that chicken i had in the fridge. Now i got dinner cooking in the crock pot while i take my son to a doctor appointment. Also shoutout shoshone ice caves. ✌️
Yes! Parenting teens who are almost 18, or 18 is the best, and hardest job! It's a time when we moms get to see our children flourish, and it is rewarding, yet terrifying! (Oh, and I also restart Gilmore Girls every fall too, it's tradition!)😊
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I saw your husband’s tshirt in your pumpkin everything video and it said “pray”! Love it, that’s what you do when your son scares you. You give all your cares to Him because He cares for you!❤
Crocktober!!!!
Underrated comment 👏🏻 😂
Ohhhh I'm here for here
😂 Love It!🧡
😂 Awesome!
Oh man I would go to a city festival by that name!
I can so relate to your story about your son going caving. The hardest part of parenting teens is letting go and trusting that you’ve taught them well enough for them to make (mostly) the right choices. But it really does give them the confidence to experience life.
Yesterday one of our sons who is 22 flew on a tiny plane to a remote island where he will be working for the next three weeks. The plane hit bad weather, had to make an emergency landing at an Air Force base on a different island and then he flew back to a big city on the mainland to spend the night in a hotel. My mama heart wanted to swoop in and rescue him but a few hours later, he sent videos of his fancy hotel room (paid for by the company) and the DUCK he ordered from a restaurant because that was being paid for too! 😂
My son is 52nd my daughter is 45. Never stop worrying about them no matter the age.
My kids are age 52 and 45. And as a mother you always worry about them.
It's always crockpot season at our house ;) My favorite is still a chuck roast. Brown it on the grill and pop it in the pot over a layer of potatoes, carrots, and onions. Never enough onions.
I love how your videos are so real! I also love how you use whatever you have on hand in your fridge.
Thanks for always being funny and positive and just so much fun, Christine!! I appreciate your videos and love the recipes!
I’ve tried that Olive Garden chicken recipe. I found it very sour. I would suggest reducing the amount of salad dressing, and substituting broth.
Yes! That’s what I do too!
I switched to a regular zesty Italian dressing and don’t use the whole bottle and at the end I just add a little milk to thin it! I agree it’s a bit much th original way
@@amyr4777thanks
Thanks for the tip
I just added broth because I needed more liquid to cook the pasta. It was delicious
Thanks for the mom talk about teenagers, that definitely spoke to my soul. I thought there was something wrong with me worrying about my teenagers. I get so worried about my 19 year old daughter who lives in the dorms. I know I have to give her space but at the same time I get so worried if I don't hear from her for a day😫
Hi. My son is age 52 and my daughter is 45. You never stop worrying about them.
Beans are still cheaper in my area. So do you have any crockpot bean recipes? Vegetarian would be super nice! 😊
Try a taco soup, its not all beans but it is mostly beans or you can make it mostly beans at least lol.
That first recipe would probably work well with a beans and rice combo.
@debraweaver7416 you might could also substitute Butlers soy curls
I like seeing your budget grocery challenges. I would love to see one (or some) with a minimum protein requirement! 15 percent calories from protein for a basic balanced meal, or 20 percent to please the bodybuilders. If you wanted, you could also tack on a bonus challenge of making sure that at least one meal a day contains a good amount of veggies.
(Like this comment if you want Christine to see this suggestion.)
The Ranch chicken also works well with thick porkchops. I double the sauce for more gravy, and serve with skin on mashed potatoes.
Ohhhhh yummmm
I want to thank you. You have definitely helped me save money on my grocery shopping.
I love watching your recipes & your teenage parenting segments are golden! I have 2 sons (15 & 13) & knowing I'm not alone in these struggles is comforting.
Being I am a mom to 4 adult boys--it's terrifying sometimes! But-- you have to hope, pray & believe they have the where with all & courage to try new things, trust in them to do their best & ask for guidance if the are apprehensive about anything. They will flourish!! Mine are awesome men who will do anything to help people, very responsible & loving. Thank you God for letting me be their mom ❤️. Christine-you & Dave have amazing kids!!! Goes to show that you are GREAT parents! ❤️ Keep on being you & sharing your life w/ us!🙏🙏
I always smile when people talk about experation dates. I just made chili with my mom's stewed tomatoes from 2007 and her tomatoe sauce from 2013.
And how long were you stuck to your toilet for? 😅
@kellynross5337 not at all.
@kellynross5337 not at all. I just used three jars of 2010 tomatoe sauce for Goulash last week. My kid has been going crazy on her 2003 peach jam.
Lucky I got a sensitive stomach. I ate a crustable pb&j sandwich that was only a few months old and I threw up.
@uwuiseeyouuwu2819 I am so sorry to hear that. Throwing up is no fun.
These all look good. I use my crockpot year round, so new recipes are a go
I use mine in the summer that way the oven doesn’t heat the house 😊
Yes indeed! I have always used mine year round.
I love my crockpot. I loaded it one day, a couple hours later wondering why I wasn't smelling yummy goodness yet, only to find out that I didn't plug it in. Ugh, I took the liner put it in the fridge and ordered pizza. I put the crockpot meal back in the next day and plugged it in
Meals look great - when making decisions about my teenagers - I always think to myself that when I was their age my parents didn’t have any way of contacting me or knowing where I really was and I managed to survive! They trusted me to be responsible and as a result I have to trust my kids too. It saves a whole lot of arguments and anxiety about them 😊
I got a little teary with nostalgia for our teens hearing the cave story, Christine! You're so right and are an excellent parent. Your kids are blessed.
Wings in the crockpot and then broiler BRILLIANT!! 😲
I made the cream of chicken on for my family today. They all loved it.
Love slow cooker meals. I made this week 3 lbs of boneless 4:34 skinless chicken thighs with 1 large onion 4-5 garlic cloves, add salt & pepper, basil, thyme & rosemary. Add 1 bottle of Sugerfree Primal Kitchen BBQ, add about 1/4 cup of vinegar red or white. Cook 2.5 hours at high. Shred and add back in sauce. I add 1/4 if coconut suger because my son prefers.
I love crockpot dinners. Thank you! ❤
These look delish! Also I love your extra video bits about parenting teenagers! It’s always so fun and encouraging 🥰
Absolutely agree. My teens are closer in age to your youngest 2, so I haven't gotten to the turning 18 part yet, but so far parenting teens is the best!
Love this! You’re hilarious!!😂❤
Yes. Why do we as moms have this issue of thinking the ABSOLUTE worst. Ugh! Your doing great!!!
These sound great, thanks!
FYI….whenever any RUclipsr says that more info is in the comments, I always replace it with “the doobilly doop below”. 😂😂
Me too!
Being homeless I managed to get a small crock pot I can borrow enough electricity to cook every 2 to 3 days and its working so far. Luckily it has gotten cold enough to keep the food good. Thank you for the video. Just subscribed. 😊
Hope all is well with you ♡ I hope there are resources like shelters that you can utilize in your area! Love from colorado ❤
@Gnomey97 only 1 for Battered Women. Working on a few things to get housing of some sort. The need is so great there just isn't enough to handle it all. Plus at this point I'm only 52 disabled and I would rather see our Vets and older people in places before I take something. Just doesn't seem right otherwise. But I am working on it. Until then I will continue keeping on and sending up Prayers. Thank You for caring it means a lot. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 and may God bring you Happiness, Health and Wealth in the coming year 🙏 Stay Safe 🙏
@virginiabirkett4980 I'm sorry there's not enough resources near you! Never feel bad for accepting help! You are not worth less than other people because you perceive you have less of a need! I hope you don't live in a colder state! And of course I care! I hope you know there are a lot of people out there that care about you even if they don't know you. Everyone deserves food and shelter. I will be thinking of you!
@Gnomey97 Thank You! It's easy to forget especially this time of year. Merry Christmas!
@@virginiabirkett4980 merry christmas!
Was looking for some easy meals and found this yummy. But that’s not why I’m commenting. Shout out to the Pepper Boy reference Dana Carvey is the best!!!!
Good morning Christine! I love crock pot meals!! Cheers from BC Canada!
Hey fellow bc Canadian
These ALL look great! Thanks for sharing!!!
Hi, Christine 👋👋 long time viewer, first time commenting. Chicken is the only protein I eat, so I am 💯 percent trying all of these recipes. ❤ Thanks for the quirky and uplifting attitude!!
Hi, please get a pepper mill. The pepper tastes so much better and different to the preground stuff! Greetings from Germany 😊🙃😊
What is this 30 deg you speak of?! I’m in the Phoenix area and we finally are having highs in the 95’s w lows in the high 60’s. 🥵🔥
I love watching...and I love knowing I'm not the only one afraid of expired food!! 😊
That sounds like my sister in law! She would invite us for supper and as we were eating she would say, I'm glad You came for supper, I cleaned out my refrigerator and was going to Throw It out anyway.
I didnt realuze that wasnt a headboard until you mentioned it! Doing the wood on the wall is a very clever idea to take a headboards place
No Christine ! We are sitting on the back porch drinking our coffee and it’s cool 72 degrees at 840 am ! No coats ! Not yet ! Glenda in Mesa ( where you SHOULD live )
Haven’t watched a video in a while. You look amazing ! And as always great content
I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one without a head broad. 😅
Thank you for sharing the part about your son. I am in the same boat too🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼I am glad that God is in control
I forgot how much I loved your videos! Thank you
Haha! Our moms are similar! I love to help mine too and it's great! Thanks Mom ❤️
Nice easy recipes.! I look forward to trying these. I love simple.!!
You have so much more restraint than I do when it comes to raising teenagers and giving them freedom... but it shows that you're doing a good job because he did call you because he knew you were probably worried, so congratulations!!🎉🎉
I have the same bowls! Love these super easy recipes, thanks so much for sharing :)
Omg i never thought to do wings like this but i am so trying it this week!
Thank you for the recipes ❤❤❤
You and your husband are so adorable and silly, I didn't even FF past the Helix ad!
Thank you for the recipes.
Yes finally cooking video ❤
Omg on the pepper trick!!! Wow 😮 🤯
The pepper trick, I was given that trick back in the 70s by my mother. The olive garden recipe is no go us🤮. I've got a better on two pound of chicken breast, can if corn drained, har of favorite salsa, one can of black beans drained and rest and chopped onion and bell pepper.
Cook on low for 8 hours ,serve with avocados , green onions and cheese makes great burritos and tacos. 😊😋
I'm watching this sitting at my son's soccer practice in shorts and t-shirt here in Nevada.
perfect timing!
Thank you for the delicious looking recipes!!
Omg I've had a Colombia omni heat jacket for almost 20yrs. My first one lasted me almost 10yrs.❤❤❤❤
I agree about the Gilmore Girls, there's just something about watching it in the fall, the fall just brings it to mind.
I have never tried chicken wings in the slow cooker, but i will deffinitely do that! The idea with broiler / airfryer is genius. I will try asap! Thank you
Awesome video! Love these!😊
Yes, the Columbia costs with that inner lining are the bomb! I got it from the Columbia outlet as well in South Carolina. Best purchase ever
Amazing thank you so much!! 🩷
Good parenting advice.
I don’t know what people did before Location Services were available on our phones lol
Our whole family is connected and we can see where everyone is. Gives a mom peace of mind 😬
I use it all year too
Thank you for sharing the recipes. It's also our first cooler day in Austin 62-75.
YOU ARE SOO WONDERFUL!!❤️👵🏻
😂🤣😂
"If your spice tolerance is milk". 😂
🙋♀️ lol
So me 😂
Crock pots are the best. Great trick with the pepper 🇺🇸 🇳🇿
I have those same salt and pepper shakers so I’m going to try that little trick.
Yes! The Omni coats are amazing
I love all the parenting updates 💛 I have 3 boys, age 5 and under. The teenage years simultaneously excite and terrify me 😂
Love the tips
Thank you
Well done n thanks 😊
Life 360 saves my sanity with my kids. I only use it when they’ve been gone a long time.
Awesome,video, thanks
looks so god🤩 i want to try make
Can you do a video of meatless meals? That would be helpful. I always need new ideas. :)
Thank you.... I cannot wait to clean out my pantry and freezer. I can use some of my 5 crock pots!!!! Yes, I have a problem!! 🤣
I hear ya about the crock pots; but sometimes ya just 'need' them!!
I'm going to do it with tofu as well
Great idea
I did not know about that pepper trick - GASP!
Christine! I too go to stars hollow every fall as soon as the temps drop and visit my friends!
Very relatable, thanks.
Wootwoot!! :) Another Christine video!
Love Gilmore Girls!
Thanks for the recipe’s..I will be cutting them in half as there are only 2 of us and a small Crockpot.
We just had an Amazon Fresh store open near us and they had 2lbs of chicken breast on sale for $2 each! We bought a bunch so these recipes are going to come in handy!
Try the Mississippi Pot Roast in the crockpot, it's amazing!!!
Ps / thanks for your easy recipes. Only 2 of us at home now and we like to hike and be gone so these are great. A cold day for us in Alabama is 65😁
❤love that you cook like me….whatever you have on hand….yeah that looks good…💥💥💥
Love these recipes! Thank you! Gave me some inspiration!🤍from North Idaho! It’s going to be 28F tonight 🩵🌷
I love a slow cooker, the meals look great. but let's talk about coats.😂
that columbia jacket looks awesome. that's a good brand and worth the investment. I bought the bugaboo parka in black(either on backcountry website or moosejaw, can't remember). it was originally $229, I paid $100. that was in 2010. that coat is 14 years old and the lightest,warmest coat I've ever owned. it has held up. you should do more fashion videos because I know you invest in quality.
Gilmore Girls great choice 🎉
I get it completely and you are correct about teenagers too! Although I will add, I loved each age.💕
3:27 I love Omniheat! (I have the boots).
Yummy bet your kitchen smells good.!
Yum !! Thank you for those. Can't wait to make them.
So my Happy Meals are always chicken in the Crock-Pot and I watch Frasier LOL😂❤❤❤ your videos are awesome please keep doing this
Love great recipes
Sweet… i was wondering what to do with that chicken i had in the fridge. Now i got dinner cooking in the crock pot while i take my son to a doctor appointment.
Also shoutout shoshone ice caves. ✌️
Yes! Parenting teens who are almost 18, or 18 is the best, and hardest job! It's a time when we moms get to see our children flourish, and it is rewarding, yet terrifying! (Oh, and I also restart Gilmore Girls every fall too, it's tradition!)😊