I want thank you, your family, and your community for sharing your lives with us on RUclips. I'm not sure I would be comfortable with that myself and I know it's not easy and alot of work to make the videos. Thank you so much! My mother's family were Mennonite and German Brethern but my fathers were not so I wasn't raised in community which makes me sad. They did instill in me a love for working and cleaning though! God Bless you, your family and all your community!
Your two helpers did an awesome job! Great job Hannah & Austin! Your brother also was so sweet to help you too! Loved watching your pup running to you in the woods! So beautiful! 🤗❤
Thank you so much for your beautiful and peaceful Vlogs! May God bless you and your family. Now after watching this...I feel like I can clean a village so my house is nothing. Ha!
Giselle, I am just grateful for what you decide to share. I enjoy learning about your lifestyle because it has less of the world system and more on the Spiritual and Godly system. I desire to have less of the world and strive for it. So thank you for sharing because it does bless me to see such peace and calm in the midst of a crazy world around us. God bless. Also could you share the pattern for the apron that you use for hanging cloths?
It's so much more enjoyable to see the people with their faces. Cheers to Austin und Hanna and big thanks to them as well as those girls who sometimes shortly appear on camera on behals of all subscribers. For your other guys I understand them very well, see I don't even have a face nor full name here, just tell them not to worry, we will not do anything about it when they appear even with a face, we will just appreciate it and enjoy your vlog even more.
I subscribed to your channel about 2 months ago.I can not remember how it was even came up on my recommendations, because I am a woman drummer in a rock n roll band (and i can not see how your vlog would pertain to what I usually look up on youtube) but Im so glad it did.I enjoy your videos more than what I ACTUALLY look at on youtube.Your vlogs are quite fascinating, lovely,and awesome.I have seen many people post about your time away from the colony. I also see people asking about the meaning of your tattoo.I am covered in tattoos head to toe and they all mean something very special to me.Most are silly and fun and colorful and non offensive because I enjoy people asking about them. Many yrs ago I visited a family member in Montana and went to a Huterite Colony.My hair was bright purple(again I play music for a living) and the children giggled and were suprised by my appearence.But very respectful and cute.None of them spoke english, So I couldnt really communicate that well.But a man translated between us.Anyhow I apologize for making this post way longer than it should be.My questions are why did you leave?Why did you come back?What is your opinion on changing your appearence, what is your opinion on women who chose to take on jobs/roles, usually only acceptable for men? Again.I love your vlogs I hope I didnt offen nor insult you.
oh no worries you didn't offend me I find what you told me quite interesting and you being a women in a rock n roll band wow! that's fascinating. I want to talk about tattoos in a video because I want to go in depth and explain everything but, even though tattoos are frowned upon on a colony I have always liked them I guess I see it as expressing myself in way. and I am so glad that you enjoy the vlogs it means a lot to me.
@@gisellewaldner9406 Thank you so much for responding. And thank you for understanding i wasnt trying to intrude or be offensive in anyway to you, your religious beliefs nor your colony.Since Social media became a big deal. I have had to deal with some pretty hateful unkind comments from many people(I mean on youtube because my work is all over it).So I do have 2 follow up questions.1 Do you ever get disrespectful people commenting on you vlog? And 2 if you do, how do you deal with that? My band gets A LOT. And some opinions are quite hurtful.Again.Your vlog is awesome.I wish you and yours nothing but love
@@lauraderig5056 aww that is sweet ❤ sending love your way. I haven't gotten many but, lots or few one doesn't forget. As to how I deal with it some I ignore though I feel horrible for a couple days and I go reread kind messages that others have left which usually makes my mood a little better other then that there is not much else that I do. I wish I had more advice and could help you better.
@@gisellewaldner9406 I think the way you deal with mean comments is way healthier than I do.Haha And you are correct, reading kind loving comments does help alot.It think the "mean ones" get more attention simply because they are coming from people who do not know you (or I or anyone) and its just a shame that some people would rather judge and spread hate more than love.Anyways I thank you for your responses, your time,your advice and love as well.Have a great day
Hey, a girl drummer! I played snare in high school. I never read music, just the rhythm. I memorized everything in those district competitions if it involved marimba or bells. Yep. I played in college band also (a TINY band, tiny college). My band director let me take a trap set home one summer. That is when I learned REAL respect for drummers. Every limb going every way at just the right time. Rock on Girl! Karen Carpenter is my fav girl drummer.
Me too. I learned about them on Heartland. I googled and am glued to this channel. I want to go live in a place like this, the way life was supposed to be. I can't stand the rat race. She is so lucky and adorable. I watched a documentary (several at this point) and am awestruck.
Thank you for your happy and inspiring vlog. It gives me energy just to watch how hard you work and always with a smile on your face. And…I bought the shoes you wear!
It was so nice that Austin, Hannah, and Jordan helped when you asked. Sometimes it is hard to get good help when needed so that was nice to see they didn’t put up a fuss when you asked!
Oh, this brings back memories. I grew up on a farm in southeastern, Texas. Once a year, we would rent the machines and 3 of my nearest neighbors would also join in.
Giselle , I am a 60 year old Australian lady. My daughters are career women and live in Asia. I have to do all the housework, gardening and cooking myself. I would love to be able to work with other women to do the canning and baking. It looks a good way to live.
Wonderful seeing you hang laundry. Something in modern times people know nothing about. I like bed sheets hung out. Dont hav clothes line but will when we landscape our backyard. Admire your studies. You are heavenly girl.
Also would like to thank you for proving that we cn live in this world but not act like the world. That there are ppl who follow bibical truths. We had pastor at church i attended and when he left another 1 came and he chased away us Native ppl. Took my faith down but you hav revived it and i am readn more. Thanks for your positive witness. You are truly a rock for the Faith.🥰🥰🙏
@@jerijames2876 he chased you out that is not right that's shouldn't ha e happened but, I am happy that you were able to find your faith again 😊. Thankyou
Yum! Your sausage looks so good. I have made whole hog sausàge in bulk and uncased. With a hand grinder. My arm ached for a week. But I had such muscles! 😆
Veggie garden yes, most keep on going until after the age of 50 but, having to do vegetable garden work for 120 people is alot of work and heavy, as you get older you will notice and feel it more. sure if one only had a family to look after they would continue doing it because you don't need that much but, here we look out for everyone and that means looking out for 31 families 😊 😊 and we also have a big younger ladies and girls crew so it's fine 😊
I didn’t ask that question but I was also wondering what ladies do after age 45. It’s very nice how the duties get done accord to age because I can tell you at age 60 It’s a lot tougher to do those things that require bending over or getting on your knees.
someone asked me what the elderly people do and I figured I would also include it in a video since I'm sure more people were wondering. some ladies still go to the garden a few years after turning 45 but, for some they are not able to so they help out with the canning and other jobs that we have that are not so back breaking.
Wat was it like to be on your.... you know going from living so communal to being on ur own???.... what did u do when u left like as in a job???..... Did u leave on ur own or did you have support????.... And lastly what do u miss about having left the Colony and what dont you miss????
Honey your hands looks so painfully dry from constant use of water. I’ve had the issue and lather Vaseline on my hands and place them in cotton gloves over night.. within two days you’ll see and feel a huge difference ..just love your videos ! 🥰
Hi. I just want to let you know that I really love the group singing on RUclips. My favorite. Is the song ` amazing God`. I listen to it everyday. Beautiful harmony. Do you sale the CDs? Also I enjoy your vlogs.
The carpentry workshop was interesting. My Dad used to teach trade skills at a college in Melbourne Australia and trained furniture making skills. I remember the smells of wet shavings, shellac and varnish and metal.
Love watching your videos!! I am curious about the relationships within the family unit. If I understand correctly, you sit apart when you eat and worship. You all work different jobs. Are there times you work with your Mom or your brother works with your Dad? I'm just curious when, in pre-pandemic times, when you all had time to be together as a family and grow in those relationships? Thanks so much!
I'm glad you enjoy the videos. we have a 3:00 lunch break where they come home, then there is also in between meals where we have a break, in the evenings, there is garden work where the men sometimes help out when its too big of a job (my brothers usually come sit and pick peas with me). I also go see what my brothers and Dad are up to when they are working and other then that we make time for one another and I'm pretty close with my brothers which I'm always thankful for. I hope that answers you question.
Love your boot! They look so Warm and comfortable. What brand are they? I know you're in Canada and I'm in the states but was wondering if I might be able to find them somewhere. My feet freeze all the time! Love your vlog!
Just a couple of comments:- First up your dog reminds me of our late dog. Spitting image. Here Boff's breed was "Huntaway", but I see dogs like Boff everywhere. Huntaways are working dogs and have a big bark when working. Boff was such a loving dog, a great companion. My second comment is to confess that I used to disapprove most strongly of the religious upbringing of children. I saw it as "mind control". But the world I live in now also does mind control. It controls opinions and our right to have information. So see no way to criticise the Hutterite and others system. That said, your communities appear to equip you all very well for life and to make it through tough times better than most. Your life seems safer and I see many more smiles around in your videos. From another Hutterite video (BBC) I understand that Hutterite women can have as many children as they like - where-as outside in the world now, such tough difficulties arise that many couples don't have children at all. Its likely they both have to work long and hard for money to afford children - children are our future. I wrote this, because it occurred to me that visiting "The World" isn't the same as staying there long term. I cannot imaging the grass is greener outside you Colonies than inside. Love your videos. Good luck.
You have such a beautiful dog. I had G S’s for years. It he your dog or the community’s ? Love your videos. You sure are a hard worker. Do you have meat animals or do you buy it in? Have a nice day.
Giselle, what is the language that the Hutterites speak. I assume a form of German. Could you do a video speaking in your language. It would be interesting to hear. Maybe even The Lord's Prayer. just a thought
Hi Giselle I see you doing so much housework and wondered if you are the only one in your family to do this. Plus you work in the large kitchen for meals. I enjoy your vlog Bless you
I'm happy to hear that you enjoy the vlogs. no there is my mom and I and quite often the others help out where they can but, part from my youngest brother the others don't want to be on the videos.
I am curious what you found to be more difficult; adjusting to living off the colony or the adjustment when you return to living back on the colony. And wow, at 45 you're off cooking duty? I will be 43 in May...makes me feel much older now knowing that in just a few yrs time I would be kicked down to the basement for canning lol Do any ladies ever ask to stay on longer?
Giselle, great vlog as usual🙂. May I ask why all of your blouses are short sleeve? Perhaps a silly observation but just curious if it is for religious reasons. Looking forward to your next vlog, take care💕
no no religious reasons we prefer the short sleeves. years ago they would wear long sleeves in winter as an extra layer but, a lot of us just find them uncomfortable so we like short over long.
@@gisellewaldner9406 Oh I was wondering...I freeze in the winter...at least a light long sleeve...lol I’m in North Dakota...so it’s not like I live in Florida in the winter...lol 😂 My mom grew up in SE South Dakota by several Hudritte colonies...
Hi Giselle! I was just wondering, who comes up with new recipes for the colony? And do you ever take suggestions? Have a great day and week my friend! ☺️🌼
we are always open for suggestions and new recipes. as for who come up with them..we all contribute to adding new recipes to our cookbooks I get mine from Pinterest although we always have to make them bigger. have a wonderful week :)
Hello Giselle, Great vlog as usual. That is great how everyone chips in to help no matter the age. I would like to know about marriages and your time away from the colony. What did you do? I looking forward to another blog. Stay safe. P.S. I think my dog Ranger and your dog Kona would get along great. Every time I go to find him, he is outside getting into Shenanigans. Lol Do you have a P.O. Box to send cards and letters. Mary
I think Kona would be in her element having someone to play with. we have a few smaller dogs but, they are getting on in years and sometimes don't want to deal with a young Kona that has a lot of energy. for a P.O box i think we have one but, I have to make sure that its ok for me to use.
I also have a Hutterite book called The Hutterite way. I haven’t started to read it yet. Oh and how come most hutterites I see have black and white polka dot veils. Your group does not.
Do Hutterite communities adopt outsiders, can individuals join and become part of the community? Do members ever marry outside of the Hutterite community and bring in new members?
I'm envious of you being able to hang your laundry outside. I miss that wonderful smell particularly on towels and bedding. Many city neighborhoods have forbidden this.
How old are you?? And you talked about the memorization you do before your baptized.... what's the average age of someone to be baptized? And how lod are you when you start dating? Also you say cutting for KFC, is it really the food chain you cut chicken for or is it abbreviation for something else..... sorry just curious. 😁 I love your dog, she is a beloved part of your family, always ready to go with anyone, such a people person dog!🥰
I'm 23 and we memorize those verses every easter in Sunday school there is really no set age that people get baptized its whenever you are ready to honour the commitment. oh no the KFC is just for our use we cut maybe 2 to 4 times a year even less. she is a person dog most defiantly. oh no worries ask questions it gives me an idea on what I can add to vlogs.
Oh sausage mmmmm. Friends of ours who have family that lives close to a Hutterite colony and bring over sausages when they visit. Well our friends would go on and on and until I tried it I didn’t understand. Now I do! The stuff is simply amazing! Now I’m wanting to make a trip up to get a case or two myself lol
I just love checking in each week and seeing all the interesting things you get up to. As I’ve turned 47... I’m interested to learn about canning and the work in the basement.... I wonder about the children, the ones under 5... and the young men the ones my sons ages 13-17... do the boys have apprenticeships or do they also stay in school like my boys until they are 18-19... I’m intrigued by the workshop that is being renovated and expanded where the fire trucks are assembled.
Yes they stay in school till they have graduated and while they are still in school after hours they help out in the shop kind of like an apprenticeship.
@@gisellewaldner9406 do you make to sell also? If not, would you know somewhere I may be able to purchase some hair shawls or patterns for them and the dresses?
Our dress patterns are passed down and then altered to the shape of the person so I not really sure how I would go about it. As for the shawls it's just a triangle the size you prefer and then sewing around the edges so that it doesn't fray.
Hi Giselle so nice to see your way of life! Yes, I have many?'s about your time away from the colony!! Firstly, where is it? I actually have an endless array of questions on my mind, lol. I'll start with the basics! Do you know anything else other than living in a colony? Is it a loving & supportive community? Can you get together w other girls/women from the colony and leave to get a coffee or a meal? Is there a colony education system or is it a 'family'endeavor? So interesting!! I support this way of living, I'm thinking it's a great support system. What do you do if you're in need of a veterinarian, or a Dr?
I actually left the colony twice so I do know a different life then on the colony. we get together with the girls and women but, coffee is usually served with a dessert in the kitchen we don't go out to eat unless when we are shopping :). yes we have high school and if you want to continue your studies you can do so. for a doctor or vet we go into the city to visit those. I hope this answers your questions or some of them :)
@@gisellewaldner9406 I have seen another video of yours and I'm gathering that your boundaries are your own, in that you are in the world, just not of the world! 😎 Awesome! God bless you 💛
You are such an amazing person. I hope you know that you are loved the whole world over. :)
awww thank you you are so kind
It's amazing how organized and efficient everything is! And your kitchen is a marvel.
I love how Kona is living her best pupper life!! 💖🐾🐕
I want thank you, your family, and your community for sharing your lives with us on RUclips. I'm not sure I would be comfortable with that myself and I know it's not easy and alot of work to make the videos. Thank you so much!
My mother's family were Mennonite and German Brethern but my fathers were not so I wasn't raised in community which makes me sad. They did instill in me a love for working and cleaning though!
God Bless you, your family and all your community!
Your two helpers did an awesome job! Great job Hannah & Austin! Your brother also was so sweet to help you too! Loved watching your pup running to you in the woods! So beautiful! 🤗❤
I just LOVE your vlogs & you sharing your Hutterite foods & culture!! You & your colony are amazing!!
Thank you so much for your beautiful and peaceful Vlogs! May God bless you and your family. Now after watching this...I feel like I can clean a village so my house is nothing. Ha!
you are so welcome. happy that I could provide a little motivation God bless you.
Giselle, I am just grateful for what you decide to share. I enjoy learning about your lifestyle because it has less of the world system and more on the Spiritual and Godly system. I desire to have less of the world and strive for it. So thank you for sharing because it does bless me to see such peace and calm in the midst of a crazy world around us. God bless.
Also could you share the pattern for the apron that you use for hanging cloths?
ok I'll try my best, sure I can share the pattern with you. I am glad that you enjoy the videos.
Yes more sewing please!
@@gisellewaldner9406 came here to ask for that pattern as well:)
It's so much more enjoyable to see the people with their faces. Cheers to Austin und Hanna and big thanks to them as well as those girls who sometimes shortly appear on camera on behals of all subscribers. For your other guys I understand them very well, see I don't even have a face nor full name here, just tell them not to worry, we will not do anything about it when they appear even with a face, we will just appreciate it and enjoy your vlog even more.
I love this I'll be sure to let them know. :)
I subscribed to your channel about 2 months ago.I can not remember how it was even came up on my recommendations, because I am a woman drummer in a rock n roll band (and i can not see how your vlog would pertain to what I usually look up on youtube) but Im so glad it did.I enjoy your videos more than what I ACTUALLY look at on youtube.Your vlogs are quite fascinating, lovely,and awesome.I have seen many people post about your time away from the colony. I also see people asking about the meaning of your tattoo.I am covered in tattoos head to toe and they all mean something very special to me.Most are silly and fun and colorful and non offensive because I enjoy people asking about them. Many yrs ago I visited a family member in Montana and went to a Huterite Colony.My hair was bright purple(again I play music for a living) and the children giggled and were suprised by my appearence.But very respectful and cute.None of them spoke english, So I couldnt really communicate that well.But a man translated between us.Anyhow I apologize for making this post way longer than it should be.My questions are why did you leave?Why did you come back?What is your opinion on changing your appearence, what is your opinion on women who chose to take on jobs/roles, usually only acceptable for men? Again.I love your vlogs I hope I didnt offen nor insult you.
oh no worries you didn't offend me I find what you told me quite interesting and you being a women in a rock n roll band wow! that's fascinating. I want to talk about tattoos in a video because I want to go in depth and explain everything but, even though tattoos are frowned upon on a colony I have always liked them I guess I see it as expressing myself in way. and I am so glad that you enjoy the vlogs it means a lot to me.
@@gisellewaldner9406 Thank you so much for responding. And thank you for understanding i wasnt trying to intrude or be offensive in anyway to you, your religious beliefs nor your colony.Since Social media became a big deal. I have had to deal with some pretty hateful unkind comments from many people(I mean on youtube because my work is all over it).So I do have 2 follow up questions.1 Do you ever get disrespectful people commenting on you vlog? And 2 if you do, how do you deal with that? My band gets A LOT. And some opinions are quite hurtful.Again.Your vlog is awesome.I wish you and yours nothing but love
@@lauraderig5056 aww that is sweet ❤ sending love your way. I haven't gotten many but, lots or few one doesn't forget. As to how I deal with it some I ignore though I feel horrible for a couple days and I go reread kind messages that others have left which usually makes my mood a little better other then that there is not much else that I do. I wish I had more advice and could help you better.
@@gisellewaldner9406 I think the way you deal with mean comments is way healthier than I do.Haha And you are correct, reading kind loving comments does help alot.It think the "mean ones" get more attention simply because they are coming from people who do not know you (or I or anyone) and its just a shame that some people would rather judge and spread hate more than love.Anyways I thank you for your responses, your time,your advice and love as well.Have a great day
Hey, a girl drummer! I played snare in high school. I never read music, just the rhythm. I memorized everything in those district competitions if it involved marimba or bells. Yep. I played in college band also (a TINY band, tiny college). My band director let me take a trap set home one summer. That is when I learned REAL respect for drummers. Every limb going every way at just the right time. Rock on Girl! Karen Carpenter is my fav girl drummer.
Sinced stumbling upon your RUclips vlogs Ived learned a lots about your community & how admirable & beautiful your custom & religious beliefs..
Awww that's sweet 😊😊 I'm glad.
Me too. I learned about them on Heartland. I googled and am glued to this channel. I want to go live in a place like this, the way life was supposed to be. I can't stand the rat race. She is so lucky and adorable. I watched a documentary (several at this point) and am awestruck.
Thank you for your happy and inspiring vlog. It gives me energy just to watch how hard you work and always with a smile on your face. And…I bought the shoes you wear!
It was so nice that Austin, Hannah, and Jordan helped when you asked. Sometimes it is hard to get good help when needed so that was nice to see they didn’t put up a fuss when you asked!
yes I did really appreciate it that they were so willing to help out.
Oh, this brings back memories. I grew up on a farm in southeastern, Texas. Once a year, we would rent the machines and 3 of my nearest neighbors would also join in.
I’d like to hear whatever you’d like to share about your time away from the colony.
Same!
ok :)
You have such busy lives, it's nice that you are able to work together and accomplish so much. Very impressive.
Austin and Hannah are wonderful
I am a seventh day adventist. I wish we had communal Living also. Thank you for sharing your life.
Thank you for sharing your life with us. ❤️
I am enjoying the energetic, buoyant, lively Giselle rabbit hole. And such a very interesting world in the Hutterite community.
I think I have fallen in love with cona. She is a very good dog.
You make a great blog it seems so nice there truly peaceful
What a beautiful dog! I'm in love with Kona
Cute dog so how long did u leave the colony for
Giselle , I am a 60 year old Australian lady. My daughters are career women and live in Asia. I have to do all the housework, gardening and cooking myself. I would love to be able to work with other women to do the canning and baking. It looks a good way to live.
Wonderful seeing you hang laundry. Something in modern times people know nothing about. I like bed sheets hung out. Dont hav clothes line but will when we landscape our backyard. Admire your studies. You are heavenly girl.
Thanks for watching! I do so prefer the smell of the fish air its just heavenly.
Also would like to thank you for proving that we cn live in this world but not act like the world. That there are ppl who follow bibical truths. We had pastor at church i attended and when he left another 1 came and he chased away us Native ppl. Took my faith down but you hav revived it and i am readn more. Thanks for your positive witness. You are truly a rock for the Faith.🥰🥰🙏
@@jerijames2876 he chased you out that is not right that's shouldn't ha e happened but, I am happy that you were able to find your faith again 😊. Thankyou
Yum! Your sausage looks so good.
I have made whole hog sausàge in bulk and uncased.
With a hand grinder.
My arm ached for a week.
But I had such muscles!
😆
with a hand grinder?? I think my arms would have fallen off...thats a beautiful way of looking at it getting an arm workout in :)
@@gisellewaldner9406 ...No electricity where we were working.
I truly enjoy your vlogs. You're a dear girl ❤
Thank you so much!!
Kona is beautiful and so are you! Love your videos!
Thank you so much!!
It was nice of hanna and austin to help you chipping. god bless you all.
most defiantly took me longer than usual but, I didn't mind having company.
I love No Bake cookies! So delicious!
Me too!!
It is nice to have coffee or tea time ☕ with the Lord...reading His living words.
I just adore Kona. She seems so sweet.
she is. there are times when she's still a bit weary of things and then hides herself behind me.
Kona in my language is not a nice word
@@josecaetano453 that's interesting in Canada and the US kona is a popular dog name. What language do you speak?
@@gisellewaldner9406
Portuguese
Does ur colony supply farmers markets? I placed an order here in Edmonton for some Hutterite food I’m super excited to try it.
How nice to have brother help you
They stop gardening at 45!! I am 71 and I still grow vegetables.
Veggie garden yes, most keep on going until after the age of 50 but, having to do vegetable garden work for 120 people is alot of work and heavy, as you get older you will notice and feel it more.
sure if one only had a family to look after they would continue doing it because you don't need that much but, here we look out for everyone and that means looking out for 31 families 😊 😊 and we also have a big younger ladies and girls crew so it's fine 😊
I just love to hang out laundry on a clothes line.
same here :)
Apart from being a vegan, an atheist and having Asperger’s I absolutely love and enjoy the insight into your life...have enjoyed every post 💖
Love your videos, do any of you ever get to go on vacation? Disney, go see the ocean anything?
Was it hard for you outside the colony? And do the men have to be in the military if drafted.
Does the snow melt where you live when spring comes? Cause when I think about Canada all I think about are the RCMP (Mounties) and snow. Lol
oh yes right now its almost all gone as we have had a couple warm days.
Plain Simplechristian on the west coat of Canada we get more rain then snow
Perfect timing as usual.
Great video! Thank you Giselle!
You're so welcome!
I didn’t ask that question but I was also wondering what ladies do after age 45. It’s very nice how the duties get done accord to age because I can tell you at age 60 It’s a lot tougher to do those things that require bending over or getting on your knees.
someone asked me what the elderly people do and I figured I would also include it in a video since I'm sure more people were wondering. some ladies still go to the garden a few years after turning 45 but, for some they are not able to so they help out with the canning and other jobs that we have that are not so back breaking.
I totally agree with tha
I am only 51 and can tell a huge difference and I LOVE that this is something that is considered.
Love your content, Giselle. Much love from Toronto
Wat was it like to be on your.... you know going from living so communal to being on ur own???....
what did u do when u left like as in a job???.....
Did u leave on ur own or did you have support????....
And lastly what do u miss about having left the Colony and what dont you miss????
thank you for your questions currently writing them all down to that its easier when I actually do film the video.
Love your videos, do any of you get to go on vacation? Disney, the ocean, anything?
Honey your hands looks so painfully dry from constant use of water. I’ve had the issue and lather Vaseline on my hands and place them in cotton gloves over night.. within two days you’ll see and feel a huge difference ..just love your videos ! 🥰
Hi. I just want to let you know that I really love the group singing on RUclips. My favorite. Is the song ` amazing God`. I listen to it everyday. Beautiful harmony. Do you sale the CDs? Also I enjoy your vlogs.
The carpentry workshop was interesting. My Dad used to teach trade skills at a college in Melbourne Australia and trained furniture making skills. I remember the smells of wet shavings, shellac and varnish and metal.
Love watching your videos!! I am curious about the relationships within the family unit. If I understand correctly, you sit apart when you eat and worship. You all work different jobs. Are there times you work with your Mom or your brother works with your Dad? I'm just curious when, in pre-pandemic times, when you all had time to be together as a family and grow in those relationships? Thanks so much!
I'm glad you enjoy the videos. we have a 3:00 lunch break where they come home, then there is also in between meals where we have a break, in the evenings, there is garden work where the men sometimes help out when its too big of a job (my brothers usually come sit and pick peas with me). I also go see what my brothers and Dad are up to when they are working and other then that we make time for one another and I'm pretty close with my brothers which I'm always thankful for. I hope that answers you question.
7:32 we have the same mug!
Love your boot! They look so Warm and comfortable. What brand are they? I know you're in Canada and I'm in the states but was wondering if I might be able to find them somewhere. My feet freeze all the time! Love your vlog!
Just a couple of comments:- First up your dog reminds me of our late dog. Spitting image. Here Boff's breed was "Huntaway", but I see dogs like Boff everywhere. Huntaways are working dogs and have a big bark when working. Boff was such a loving dog, a great companion. My second comment is to confess that I used to disapprove most strongly of the religious upbringing of children. I saw it as "mind control". But the world I live in now also does mind control. It controls opinions and our right to have information. So see no way to criticise the Hutterite and others system. That said, your communities appear to equip you all very well for life and to make it through tough times better than most. Your life seems safer and I see many more smiles around in your videos. From another Hutterite video (BBC) I understand that Hutterite women can have as many children as they like - where-as outside in the world now, such tough difficulties arise that many couples don't have children at all. Its likely they both have to work long and hard for money to afford children - children are our future. I wrote this, because it occurred to me that visiting "The World" isn't the same as staying there long term. I cannot imaging the grass is greener outside you Colonies than inside. Love your videos. Good luck.
Hey, just wondering what drove you to get a tattoo and what it means?
I'm saving tattoos and Hutterites for a separate video.
You have such a beautiful dog. I had G S’s for years. It he your dog or the community’s ? Love your videos. You sure are a hard worker. Do you have meat animals or do you buy it in? Have a nice day.
I used to work for a Fire Truck manufacturing company
Giselle, what is the language that the Hutterites speak. I assume a form of German.
Could you do a video speaking in your language. It would be interesting to hear.
Maybe even The Lord's Prayer. just a thought
we call it hutterish its also known as high or low German I always forget.
it is actually an unwritten language but, sure I can speak more in a video.
LOL Kona following you in the icy water looking like "Why are you doing this???"
yeah she seemed to be wondering if I had lost all good sense.
Why do you stand in baskets when making the sauceage??
🤝👍🙏🏻🙃thx
At what age does the Hutterites get baptized and is it the same age in different colonies?
no its never the same age we usually go by whenever a person is ready to get baptized into their faith.
Morning lovely Gisele! Quick question.....what podcasts do you listen to (which are best for inspiration as a new Christian)?
Hi Giselle I see you doing so much housework and wondered if you are the only one in your family to do this. Plus you work in the large kitchen for meals. I enjoy your vlog Bless you
I'm happy to hear that you enjoy the vlogs. no there is my mom and I and quite often the others help out where they can but, part from my youngest brother the others don't want to be on the videos.
I am curious what you found to be more difficult; adjusting to living off the colony or the adjustment when you return to living back on the colony.
And wow, at 45 you're off cooking duty? I will be 43 in May...makes me feel much older now knowing that in just a few yrs time I would be kicked down to the basement for canning lol Do any ladies ever ask to stay on longer?
cooking no but, some still go work in the garden years after turning 45. I think a lot prefer to do the outside work.
Giselle, great vlog as usual🙂. May I ask why all of your blouses are short sleeve? Perhaps a silly observation but just curious if it is for religious reasons. Looking forward to your next vlog, take care💕
no no religious reasons we prefer the short sleeves. years ago they would wear long sleeves in winter as an extra layer but, a lot of us just find them uncomfortable so we like short over long.
@@gisellewaldner9406 Thank you! Every dress you wear is beautiful with your blouses.
Awww thanks 😊
@@gisellewaldner9406 Oh I was wondering...I freeze in the winter...at least a light long sleeve...lol I’m in North Dakota...so it’s not like I live in Florida in the winter...lol 😂
My mom grew up in SE South Dakota by several Hudritte colonies...
Hi Giselle! I was just wondering, who comes up with new recipes for the colony? And do you ever take suggestions? Have a great day and week my friend! ☺️🌼
we are always open for suggestions and new recipes. as for who come up with them..we all contribute to adding new recipes to our cookbooks I get mine from Pinterest although we always have to make them bigger. have a wonderful week :)
Hello Giselle,
Great vlog as usual. That is great how everyone chips in to help no matter the age. I would like to know about marriages and your time away from the colony. What did you do? I looking forward to another blog. Stay safe.
P.S.
I think my dog Ranger and your dog Kona would get along great. Every time I go to find him, he is outside getting into Shenanigans. Lol
Do you have a P.O. Box to send cards and letters.
Mary
I think Kona would be in her element having someone to play with.
we have a few smaller dogs but, they are getting on in years and sometimes don't want to deal with a young Kona that has a lot of energy.
for a P.O box i think we have one but, I have to make sure that its ok for me to use.
@@gisellewaldner9406 do you have a Facebook page
Unfortunately I don't have Facebook but, I do have Instagram
Hi I was wondering how many brothers you have? Also, do you have sisters? Thank you. I so enjoy your videos.
What is written on your wrist ? I’m curious ! Love your vlog ! I was raised Mennonite and enjoy learning about your colony !
Ahh coordinates, im happy you enjoy the vlogs.
How many people live in house with you? Do you do everyone's laundry? Are clothes shared by people in the house?
Kona is so cute
Hi Giselle, I really enjoy your videos. The question I have ; is Hannah your sister? I feel like I should know this, but I don't.
When you guys build in the wood shop , do you just build just for the colony needs or do you use it to help support the community?
right now its just fro colony needs but, years ago we actually made and sold cabinets but, we decided to leave that business.
Ur doing a good job
thank you
Do you ever have Salmon
Just curious. Why is there a vehicle in the sausage kitchen?
that's the kitchen basement. its always there kind of for mail and grocery runs.
ok, why coordinates of the blueberry place?
With my brain. I would never get to the baptism.
Ok if your over 45 your elderly?.
Sweet helpers, 💖
That Slow-Mo of Kona is epic
thank you :)
@6:57 to 7:10 what was that all about?
your talking about the guy right? they love to tease cause the know they are going to get a reaction.
Can you share a sausage recipe
I also have a Hutterite book called The Hutterite way. I haven’t started to read it yet. Oh and how come most hutterites I see have black and white polka dot veils. Your group does not.
I have to explain in a video as there are more that are wondering the same thing and I can explain it better on video.
I’ve noticed this too, the hutterites in great falls have the polka dots and the others do not
Can you explain more about being baptized? When and where does it happen, do you have to ?
I'll make a video about it there's alot to explain.
Do Hutterite communities adopt outsiders, can individuals join and become part of the community? Do members ever marry outside of the Hutterite community and bring in new members?
Yes there have been quite a number of times where people have join the colony.
i am surprised that being a farm that you would have Margarine on the tables and not Butter.
unfortunately we don't have our own cows well except for one beef cow we hope that we'll have some soon.
Why does Hannah wear a different head covering than you do?
I'm envious of you being able to hang your laundry outside. I miss that wonderful smell particularly on towels and bedding. Many city neighborhoods have forbidden this.
oh wow I didn't know that it was forbidden that smell is just one of the best ones.
Yeah, here it's forbidden. My apartments have an anerysm. I have never understood it.
are you staying just because they pay for everything? I am not sure I could trap myself like that
How old are you?? And you talked about the memorization you do before your baptized.... what's the average age of someone to be baptized? And how lod are you when you start dating?
Also you say cutting for KFC, is it really the food chain you cut chicken for or is it abbreviation for something else..... sorry just curious. 😁 I love your dog, she is a beloved part of your family, always ready to go with anyone, such a people person dog!🥰
I'm 23 and we memorize those verses every easter in Sunday school there is really no set age that people get baptized its whenever you are ready to honour the commitment. oh no the KFC is just for our use we cut maybe 2 to 4 times a year even less.
she is a person dog most defiantly. oh no worries ask questions it gives me an idea on what I can add to vlogs.
That book has a lot less questions and is a lot thinner than ours.
really? that's interesting till now I thought that everyone had the same one. would be interesting to compare the two.
@@gisellewaldner9406 definitely, and for some outside interestees as well. I wish I could find some Hutterite doctrines online...
You are so organized 👏
Where did you get the dog food container with the screw on lid?
Oh sausage mmmmm. Friends of ours who have family that lives close to a Hutterite colony and bring over sausages when they visit. Well our friends would go on and on and until I tried it I didn’t understand. Now I do! The stuff is simply amazing! Now I’m wanting to make a trip up to get a case or two myself lol
oh yes that sausage is very good and defiantly a favourite amongst the colonies.
Do people cook at home or everyone eats together?
Also, can someone not born a Hutterite, become one?
we eat three meals a day in the kitchen and a 3:00 snack at home.
yes there have been people that have joined the community.
What happens to the sick and elderly over 60 years old or older
I’m a new viewer, you work so hard but with zeal 🥰 Did the lotion help your hands ? Do you wear latex gloves ? Some people are allergic to latex 🤷🏻
welcome, welcome happy to have you...oh yes the lotion was amazing. I make sure to stay away from latex my hands never feel good if I don't :)
Are you still in contact with the people you met outside the colony
yeah with some I am, and I'm still looking for others that I used to work with.
I just love checking in each week and seeing all the interesting things you get up to. As I’ve turned 47... I’m interested to learn about canning and the work in the basement.... I wonder about the children, the ones under 5... and the young men the ones my sons ages 13-17... do the boys have apprenticeships or do they also stay in school like my boys until they are 18-19... I’m intrigued by the workshop that is being renovated and expanded where the fire trucks are assembled.
Yes they stay in school till they have graduated and while they are still in school after hours they help out in the shop kind of like an apprenticeship.
Elderly...ELDERY? 45 is not elderly, it is middle-age. Said the almost 62 year old ;)
Where do you get your hair shawls and dresses?
we make them ourselves.
@@gisellewaldner9406 do you make to sell also? If not, would you know somewhere I may be able to purchase some hair shawls or patterns for them and the dresses?
Our dress patterns are passed down and then altered to the shape of the person so I not really sure how I would go about it. As for the shawls it's just a triangle the size you prefer and then sewing around the edges so that it doesn't fray.
Hi Giselle so nice to see your way of life! Yes, I have many?'s about your time away from the colony!! Firstly, where is it? I actually have an endless array of questions on my mind, lol. I'll start with the basics! Do you know anything else other than living in a colony? Is it a loving & supportive community? Can you get together w other girls/women from the colony and leave to get a coffee or a meal? Is there a colony education system or is it a 'family'endeavor? So interesting!! I support this way of living, I'm thinking it's a great support system. What do you do if you're in need of a veterinarian, or a Dr?
I actually left the colony twice so I do know a different life then on the colony. we get together with the girls and women but, coffee is usually served with a dessert in the kitchen we don't go out to eat unless when we are shopping :). yes we have high school and if you want to continue your studies you can do so. for a doctor or vet we go into the city to visit those. I hope this answers your questions or some of them :)
@@gisellewaldner9406 I have seen another video of yours and I'm gathering that your boundaries are your own, in that you are in the world, just not of the world! 😎 Awesome! God bless you 💛