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  • Опубликовано: 19 окт 2024

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  • @chloemcmaster6811
    @chloemcmaster6811 2 года назад +374

    FOR POTATOES (please like so they can see)
    Get two plastic pots in the first one cut it so most of the pot is open but will still stand by itself
    Place the cut pot into the uncut one and do the layer growing thing your already doing
    When you think the potato’s are about ready lift the top/cup pot up and you should get better access to all the grown potato’s without needing to take all the soil out

  • @hannahs1119
    @hannahs1119 2 года назад +276

    It is crazy to me how much growing Luke seems to have done recently. His speech, movement and the ways he is interacting with others just seems to have leapt. Being a big brother suits him ❤

  • @zoepinchen862
    @zoepinchen862 2 года назад +195

    The progression of Duncan’s advent phrase from “strawberry, wild strawberry” to “sCieNCe” is amazing! 😂

  • @rebekahk199
    @rebekahk199 2 года назад +99

    The way Duncan closes his eyes halfway when talking to the camera KILLS me 😂😂 he’s such a cutie with so much personality!

  • @rebekahk199
    @rebekahk199 2 года назад +190

    Can we give Chris an applause for that box transition at 15:10 though?! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @lockette6666
      @lockette6666 2 года назад +1

      I was about to comment this. Its so good!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @jmarie4252
      @jmarie4252 2 года назад +1

      I was going to comment about that too!

    • @indreduobaite13
      @indreduobaite13 2 года назад +1

      Oh I didn't even notice!

    • @gingerpatterson4812
      @gingerpatterson4812 2 года назад

      I LOVED IT!!! like lets go Chris for the smooth transitions!!!!

    • @gingerpatterson4812
      @gingerpatterson4812 2 года назад

      i literally watched it a few times in a row cause i was amazed

  • @NeeeliaR
    @NeeeliaR 2 года назад +77

    I’m VERY impressed how Christopher comes up with these magic tricks and these little sience projects with something pretty “useless” - so awesome! What a great dad!

    • @lotteb.8304
      @lotteb.8304 2 года назад +8

      Don't you think the science advent calendar comes with the explanation what to do? I haven't heard them complain about it being useless

    • @NeeeliaR
      @NeeeliaR 2 года назад +2

      @@lotteb.8304 “useless” was not the right word I used. Not sure if there’s some instructions. But what are you supposed to do with a Pipette and a small “rope” 😅

  • @JenKnee423
    @JenKnee423 2 года назад +40

    The excitement Luke had when he walked into the tree lot was so freaking cute. ❤️

  • @UppercutNz
    @UppercutNz 2 года назад +81

    Luke being hyped for Christmas trees is a mood 😍

  • @Dreamprism
    @Dreamprism 2 года назад +62

    20:19 Jake's "I totally agree with Luke" is exactly what Chris would say.

    • @youngwild7215
      @youngwild7215 2 года назад +5

      He has a dad sense of humor 😂😂

  • @alyssamae4
    @alyssamae4 2 года назад +20

    I love how Christopher's advent has completely trolled him, and he just goes with it and makes it fun anyway. ❤🪄🔮

  • @Hrov
    @Hrov 2 года назад +15

    I love when Duncan said it looks easy Jess gives him a try instead of saying you can’t do it like some other parents would. I just love the patience she has with her children and why they’re all so motivated and talented I feel. The confidence in them shows. Love it so much!!

  • @aristokat1344
    @aristokat1344 2 года назад +53

    Instead of using hooks or strings to hang the ornaments on the tree you can use twist ties/bread ties and wrap them tightly around the branches! When I do this I am able to violently shake the tree and tug at the ornaments and everything stays in place 😁💚❤️

    • @fragilefleur
      @fragilefleur 2 года назад +5

      You can use paper clips bent into an S and then close the s on both ends one on tree and one on ornament.

  • @hankbug
    @hankbug 2 года назад +2

    Seeing Luke so overwhelmed and excited about all the trees, literally put my heart in the Christmas Spirit and I am still smiling from ear to ear. Thank you and Happy Holidays.

  • @articowl2
    @articowl2 2 года назад +10

    I love seeing the Magic of Christmas (trees) in Luke’s eyes. 🎄🌲

  • @howlrmonky8845
    @howlrmonky8845 2 года назад +6

    Lukes "Good morning everyone" was sooooo good I am excited on how much progress he has made.

  • @MsHolli09
    @MsHolli09 2 года назад +16

    I love when you post just before I go to bed! You’re such a source of comfort and I’ve been struggling with feeling low and unmotivated today so finishing my day has really helped 💓 thank you 💓

  • @ParkorPlays
    @ParkorPlays 2 года назад +7

    The transition with the cardboard box at 15:10 was sweeeet

  • @baieeleaf
    @baieeleaf 2 года назад +2

    Luke’s excitement for the Christmas trees is so cute and wholesome 🥺🎄❤️

  • @nohoes33
    @nohoes33 2 года назад +22

    What a happy family! Christmas spirit is definitely in the Ballingers!! Happy holidays to your family and everyone!!!

  • @elleetn
    @elleetn 2 года назад +10

    "Slime is temporary, but love is eternal" - Thanks Chris!! 😂😂

  • @pambee2349
    @pambee2349 2 года назад +2

    I get such a kick out of all of you! Y'all are such a fun family to watch! Thank you so much!🥰😘💖

  • @medinatabor6492
    @medinatabor6492 2 года назад

    Aww... Luke is so, so, excited by all the trees! He can't take it!! LOL!! Trees EVERYWHERE!!
    🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

  • @nicx2gal
    @nicx2gal 2 года назад

    I love the way Jacob acts as the biggest brother. He is so openly affectionate with his brothers and hovering over Luke like his protector. What a cool and amazing kid you guys are raising!

  • @bertiehardison2689
    @bertiehardison2689 2 года назад +4

    Looking at the trees through the eyes of Luke is majestic!

  • @HeatherSC02
    @HeatherSC02 2 года назад +3

    From one guitarist to another can’t get any better than Fender. That’s why I named my dog Fender. Love the sweater!

  • @Charlotte-cf4pd
    @Charlotte-cf4pd 2 года назад +7

    i loved Christmas tree shopping as a kid, some of my favorite family memories!💕

  • @gemmaluescher-verseckas1243
    @gemmaluescher-verseckas1243 2 года назад +1

    Luke’s little hands shaking at the sight of all the trees - was so sweet.

  • @TheMerFree
    @TheMerFree 2 года назад

    I wish every kid could have a mom and dad like Christopher and Jessica.

  • @lindahicks26
    @lindahicks26 2 года назад

    Such a fun, smart, happy family.
    Duncan - so adorable! 😍

  • @weishes7516
    @weishes7516 2 года назад +4

    Loving the puzzle advent. Hoped Bailey enjoyed the escape room today! I know she was hoping for a Potter escape room, but we unfortunately already had one, we may randomly host it again one summer but that's unlikely. If she'd like to go over the riddles sometime, I'd be happy to share them. Also get in touch with the teen librarian if Bailey and Jacob would like to help create our next escape room, we'd love the help and could use their creativity!

  • @F.F.A
    @F.F.A 2 года назад +5

    I really like watching you go shop for pumpkins earliest this year and now the Christmas tree!

  • @kendrajean6102
    @kendrajean6102 2 года назад +2

    Christopher is the perfect amount of different lol. Not a bad way! A very good way! Not many ppl can pull of the magician personality without seeming like a weirdo. He so kinda, smart, & a great daddy. He seems like a real nice fella!

  • @biddiemutter3481
    @biddiemutter3481 2 года назад +1

    Luke overwhelmed by trees! 😍🥰 and then watching him consider Dad's crazy idea "but Dad, trees live outside!" 🤣😍

  • @rierie8989
    @rierie8989 2 года назад

    I appreciate the ease into advent today. Alot chiller then usual

  • @skrall9366
    @skrall9366 2 года назад +3

    Luke's excitment over the trees sure blessed my heart and brought smiles to my face!......p.s. don't run out of eggs😉

  • @nhat.nguyen
    @nhat.nguyen 2 года назад +3

    That transition is so smooth Omg!

  • @medinatabor6492
    @medinatabor6492 2 года назад

    Teddy is getting so BIG!❤ Just precious!!

  • @DebbieSp19
    @DebbieSp19 2 года назад +2

    Those video editing skills are on point! From rings to a box sliding into frame!! Yes!

  • @lanaegun41020
    @lanaegun41020 2 года назад

    I like how Chris is always so optimistic and grateful for the random trinkets he pulls out of his calendar. He makes the best of what he has

  • @starryeyeschick
    @starryeyeschick 2 года назад +3

    I love Teddy’s bear advent calendar! So perfect for him.

  • @mothermarie6057
    @mothermarie6057 2 года назад

    I absolutely LOVE the Fender sweater!!! It’s SO perfect!!! 🎸🎶🎅

  • @carousel15drummond92
    @carousel15drummond92 2 года назад

    Haha how cute is Luke ,…he so excited with the trees s🎄🎄🎄🌲🌲🌲🌲💕love itxx

  • @georgiakc9
    @georgiakc9 2 года назад +1

    Luke’s excitement over the trees is adorable

  • @AnyKeyLady
    @AnyKeyLady 2 года назад

    We have been doing fruit and veg gardening for a few years, after renovating our house.
    We found a potato skin peel about 2 inchs/5cm long in the composter that had sprouted. We planted it not knowing about hilling and got over a pound of potatoes. What i did learn is that they are nitrogen fixers and love blood, fish and bone.
    It wasn't on our list of things to grow this season but was really exciting to see the results in our science pot.
    Just make sure to cover any visible potatoes with soil. Don't eat the green ones exposed to the sun. Cut any flowers so it can put the energy into making potatoes.
    After about 120 days of planting, or when the plant is dying back, cut the green plant to the soil and harvest the potatoes 10 days later. No need to water after cutting. The roots will shoot its energy to the potatoes. The skins will also start to harden off.
    In our other science pot, we re grew leeks. Cut about an inch off the base of a shop bought leek and put it in water so it just covers the base. Get the kids to replace or top up the water until it has roots about 1 inch long and plant in a tub. You can keep cutting down to the soil once about 12 inches tall or leave it to fully grow. Baby leeks are more like a cross with spring onions (scallions).
    I am from London, UK but my fav YT'ers from your area are Epic Gardening in San Diego and CaliKim Gardening and DIY in South California.
    What i didn't expect the kids to be interested in was the wormery that i built in Feb 2021 from a black storage container 45 x 30 cm so about 18 inches x 12 inches in old money.
    We collected the red worms (a mix of standard red wrigglers and tiger wrigglers) from the garden. They usually are found near vegetation or under trees and are nearer to the surface than earth or "slow" worms, which are usually about 6 inches down.
    Earth worms aerate the under ground old soil and create the drainage systems, where as the red wrigglers, who are slighter smaller and move more live higher up in the soil layer eating the fallen leaves or old plant material at the top. They are also great at eating uncooked, non acidic, veg food scraps. They also love use coffee grounds for nitrogen and ground up egg shells for calcium.
    We started off in Feb this year with 20 red worms collected. When we got to about 200 worms we transferred about two handfuls to the main composter and then subsequently added handfuls to the bedding area. In the UK, they sow down eating and breeding when it gets colder.
    Fun facts about worms that kids love:
    Worms have both female and male sexual organs. They can live up to 8 years. They also have 5 hearts! If a worms bum is cut off, no worries. It grows back!
    When a worm lays and egg, it's not an egg, it's called a cocoon! They are semi transparent, with a yellow orange tint. Snail cocoons are slightly bigger and are like a milky white and are normally laid together like turtles. Baby worms are cute and are as little as 1cm when hatched!
    Worm castings is actually worm poo! Garden shops sell this stuff as a premium fertiliser! You can also make worm tea as a fertiliser. Excess water from a wormery should be thrown away. It's not actually worm tea. It's acidic from rotting veg and worm wee.
    Ever see a curly wurly hill on grass after it rains? It's not worm poo but the worms trying to burrow out to get oxygen to breathe. Hence, "early bird, catches the worm". You also see it on the beach too with razor clams and sea worms.
    I really love teaching the kids about the eco system of the garden and how it is similar and different to other creatures both in the dirt or in the sea. They also get to understand how it works with growing food.

  • @rluis1496
    @rluis1496 2 года назад

    I miss having a fresh Christmas tree. Unfortunately I'm allergic to christmas trees. But, it's always so uplifting to see the wonder on the faces of the younger kids. It really shows how special these type of moments are and will be carried with them for a long time.

  • @martyjones5750
    @martyjones5750 2 года назад +1

    I love you all!!.. such a wonderful day!.. please tell Bailey how proud I am of her accomplishment, and each of the boys are so smart and clever.. good job Mom and Dad👍🥰🎄🎄✨

  • @mariarenteria8472
    @mariarenteria8472 2 года назад +3

    I love this family! Y’all make my heart happy. Loving the vlogs ♥️

  • @TheCrummyArtist
    @TheCrummyArtist 2 года назад +5

    Fascinating! I have a pretty bad bee allergy and just make sure to carry epi pens but never considered getting immunotherapy to build up immunity to bee venom. I learn something from so many of your vlogs!

  • @vc1278
    @vc1278 2 года назад +64

    Yesterday I read somebody’s comment saying Duncan gives off major stoner vibes and after seeing him wear a beanie and saying “I love Christmas space million” confirms it

    • @janajones7392
      @janajones7392 2 года назад +5

      Lol I put that comment on yesterdays video

    • @beckstyles3467
      @beckstyles3467 2 года назад +1

      BAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA

    • @mellys9620
      @mellys9620 2 года назад

      Add the beanie inside out lol

  • @alishasmith4358
    @alishasmith4358 2 года назад +1

    I love the endings with you Chris. Always makes.me laugh.

  • @the_ambracer
    @the_ambracer 2 года назад

    I know I'm behind, but I"m kinda glad because I freaking love watching your Vlogmas. More time to watch them. xD

  • @jackiswack9869
    @jackiswack9869 2 года назад +2

    Luke losing his mind at all the trees was absolutely adorable! 🎄

  • @Traumtaenzerin197
    @Traumtaenzerin197 2 года назад +1

    Luke's happiness makes me so happy

  • @Charlotte-cf4pd
    @Charlotte-cf4pd 2 года назад +77

    Bailey is so brave, getting a shot every month even though she had a fear of them before that! i can’t imagine doing that, especially at her age. she’s so strong 💪

    • @Madis_vlogz
      @Madis_vlogz 2 года назад +4

      Why does she need a shot even month

    • @kathrinelver9343
      @kathrinelver9343 2 года назад +6

      @@Madis_vlogz for her bee allergy

    • @NativeNYerChicHK
      @NativeNYerChicHK 2 года назад +5

      @@kathrinelver9343 Yup! My husband did allergy shots at around her age too…

    • @beckstyles3467
      @beckstyles3467 2 года назад +1

      she's 14

    • @greego5952
      @greego5952 2 года назад +2

      @@Madis_vlogz yeah its immunotherapy, basically they are just giving her doses of a specific amount bee venom each month to slowly make her more immune to bees so she wont have to worry about having a life threating reaction from a bee sting. It's not like vaccines though.

  • @alicemahoney8952
    @alicemahoney8952 2 года назад +11

    My dog who is only trained to sit couldnt care less about the Christmas tree, maybe have the less breakable ones down low and more breakables one up high, we have a bell that we put in the bottom ti scare off the dog if she gets into it.

  • @squeegiebeckenheim8476
    @squeegiebeckenheim8476 2 года назад +6

    Get one of those griddles that go over your burners for more space!!

  • @eharsh7995
    @eharsh7995 2 года назад

    Everyday Luke just continues to become my favorite 2 year old ever. He's sooooooo adorable!!

  • @leslieturner1219
    @leslieturner1219 2 года назад +1

    Luke being so excited about the trees, so freaking cute

  • @Dreamprism
    @Dreamprism 2 года назад +1

    13:58 It never ceases to surprise me.

  • @AAfamilyfun
    @AAfamilyfun 2 года назад +2

    Love the Christmas outfit and the whole family’s energy…awesome motivational statements! ❤️👍🎄

  • @PuffPets
    @PuffPets 2 года назад +4

    ohh that box transition at 15:10

  • @carousel15drummond92
    @carousel15drummond92 2 года назад

    Omg teddy is so alert isn’t he and absolutely gorgeous xx💕💕

  • @mysonruns
    @mysonruns 2 года назад

    Luke's reaction to the trees was PRICELESS!

  • @kelseym1876
    @kelseym1876 2 года назад +7

    Yay Bailey! I get immunotherapy too, but for 3 allergies, so three shots every time. Yikes! As you can imagine, shots don't really bother me anymore either, haha!

  • @daniesabourin6373
    @daniesabourin6373 2 года назад

    Christopher's advent calendar is the best😂 Never fails to make me laugh out loud! I just have to say how much you guys' Vlogmas means to me! I am a college student and live about 3.5 hours from my family alone in a tiny studio apartment. My family is so important to me, they are really like my best friends, and this time of year it is especially hard to be away from them. The time between Thanksgiving break and finals is always brutal, but I know that for about 30-45 mins a day I can watch the Ballingers (including Colleen's vlogs) and laugh and feel joy and connection. So THANK YOU!❤️❤️

  • @artisticbookworm681
    @artisticbookworm681 2 года назад +3

    I like how Teddy's picture on the wall is still an ultrasound 😂

  • @theredhood0772
    @theredhood0772 2 года назад +1

    You guys are lucky to have grateful caring awesome children most parents are kids are u know

  • @samanthagodsey6287
    @samanthagodsey6287 2 года назад

    Watching ur show made me smile. My grandson is struggling to breathe in ICU right now and i needed that.

  • @AnyKeyLady
    @AnyKeyLady 2 года назад +1

    Duncan and Parker would love the two cans and string invention to hear them talk to each other!

  • @deescrete
    @deescrete 2 года назад

    Ballinger vlogmas is my most favorite! Really excited for the tree decoration tomorrow 😁

  • @greatbiyoshi
    @greatbiyoshi 2 года назад +1

    I have the Lego Advent and I look forward to Jacob doing his because I might have been a wee bit confused on a few! All the Advents calendars are great. However, Christopher’s is next level amazing 🤪

  • @Hailevaranex
    @Hailevaranex 2 года назад

    I'm excited and ready for Creepy Santa! Yay Christmas!

  • @anushreesingh6985
    @anushreesingh6985 2 года назад

    Your kids are sooo sweet and talented!
    At 22:27 I thought teddy was saying Santa!
    But then I realized it's Duncan🤣

  • @itsmamadee5515
    @itsmamadee5515 2 года назад +1

    I learned today " Slime isn't forever "!

  • @liliphdr
    @liliphdr 2 года назад +2

    Christopher's advent calendar reminds me of Colleen's craft one last year when she got like a piece of tile or a rock lol

  • @freyamoran805
    @freyamoran805 2 года назад +4

    i love your family content and that you have a big family

  • @jolenerouse4871
    @jolenerouse4871 2 года назад

    My grandma and I would take the potatoes that were on the way out or sprouting, we'd quarter them and then plant the quarters in separate holes (a few inches apart). We'd then just let them do their thing and once the plants got big, we'd dig them out. (Be careful if you use shovels, but if you do ding them with a shovel, you can use those ones to start your next crop.)
    We live in N.W. Washington, right on the Canadian border, so we get more rain and different weather. I'm not sure how the different weather between my state and yours would effect the growing of potatoes but I hope you guys find some things that work! Carrots, corn, sweet pears, pumpkins and cucumbers are all pretty easy vegetables to grow. They yield quite a bit for a 99 cent package of seeds too. :)
    Gardening is a great skill to have and I have many great memories with my family in the garden. Sending lots of love and some green thumb magic to you and your family. ♡

  • @akilamoon2157
    @akilamoon2157 2 года назад +1

    I was just checking if you had uploaded yet today....3 minutes, I'm early today.....Yay vlogmas

  • @Karijones14
    @Karijones14 2 года назад

    We always get a Douglas Fir! Best smell, some strong branches and it just looks classic.

  • @catlady4799
    @catlady4799 2 года назад +4

    Find a good spot for the tree and see if you can tie it to the wall or something. That is what I did with my little toddlers and cats and dogs. Tree never came down. Hope this helps.

  • @justrandomthoughts4233
    @justrandomthoughts4233 2 года назад +4

    I was just waiting for this😍

  • @stacyjo3619
    @stacyjo3619 2 года назад

    So sweet Luke, he is go excited.

  • @shellyb2042
    @shellyb2042 2 года назад +9

    The hot sauce was my fav advent watching the kids try it all made me laugh all month lol poor Duncan hasn’t had a good advent yet his always is a bust and he’s always so happy with it!! The tree is beautiful and you guys picked the right one hopefully rue doesn’t think it’s and indoor potty!! What we learned today is also that Luke loves trees but thinks Christopher is crazy for asking to put one in the house you could see his lil gears agoing and he was thinking what the heck dad no well ok if u thinks so lmbo!!

  • @tylergardner7667
    @tylergardner7667 2 года назад

    I look forward to these videos so much 🥰 have a happy vlogmas! ❤️

  • @justpeachy97
    @justpeachy97 2 года назад

    I used to get immunotherapy shots for my allergies as well!! So glad they have helped you Bailey, mine made a world of difference!

  • @biddiemutter3481
    @biddiemutter3481 2 года назад

    Your version of a keyhole garden is clearly working well!

  • @biddiemutter3481
    @biddiemutter3481 2 года назад

    I see the out-of-toddler-reach shelf is coming in handy already. I had a Teddy bear on my first birthday (according to legend - I don't remember receiving her) and she became one of my favourite bears and I still have her!

  • @mckennaisfab
    @mckennaisfab 2 года назад

    When I was little (maybe around 5-6) my family got some of the metal puzzles that Bailey has for Advent. Most of my family was having trouble, but I would take one, stare at it and get it apart in like 10-15 seconds. They couldn’t figure out why I was so good. I just kept saying “you just put air to air.” It is one of the kid quotes thats my family still says anytime they see one.

  • @carriegerharz4490
    @carriegerharz4490 2 года назад

    I’m like you Christopher…I never buy for myself, I always think of my kids or others. You do deserve things tho cause you’re an amazing dad!!! That sweater is AWESOME and so perfect for you!!! 🤘🏻
    Great choice!!!
    Luv you guys!!! ❤️

  • @MoreThanJustSkinDeep
    @MoreThanJustSkinDeep 2 года назад +2

    21:06 Master Luke is using the force on the trees!

  • @madifacius6732
    @madifacius6732 2 года назад +8

    My family just picked out our tree today! We got a smaller one this year though!💕

  • @yvettesiordia9459
    @yvettesiordia9459 2 года назад

    Thanks for the breakfast idea Bailey lol. I was wondering what to make and a breakfast burrito sounds amazing rn.

  • @hilariecalijo4643
    @hilariecalijo4643 2 года назад

    I got allergy shot two times a week for a year then ones a week, then monthly, I’m 52 and I remember it so well. The waiting 20 minutes to make sure no reaction. I’m happy to hear that it’s helping with the bee allergy ❤️❤️❤️

  • @MandaFandaa
    @MandaFandaa 2 года назад

    “It beeped. We went back home,” 😂 love that.

  • @tenillesuzanne8539
    @tenillesuzanne8539 2 года назад +2

    Perfect tree folks, wish you could have picked two both were perfect

  • @myopinion7324
    @myopinion7324 2 года назад +9

    Homeschooler mom of 4, just curious if anyone knows what specific cooking classes the kiddos take? Congrats to Bailey!!!

    • @jamiecolbert
      @jamiecolbert 2 года назад

      I’m pretty sure they take them through Outschool.

  • @sashamintz3181
    @sashamintz3181 2 года назад

    im a physics major at uni right now and seeing the kids so excited for science is so awesome!!

  • @akilamoon2157
    @akilamoon2157 2 года назад +4

    I love Duncan space million

  • @sblade07
    @sblade07 2 года назад

    Parker’s eyebrows! 🤣😂 he’s so hilarious!

  • @brandytovar8845
    @brandytovar8845 2 года назад

    I could have sworn I watched this vlog last night, but then I realized it was last years Christmas tree trip 😂😂❤ love you guys!