Kim - I have been watching your channel for a few years now. You have NEVER missed uploading a video - through COVID, childbirth, postpartum, and hurricanes… you NEVER take a break from Utube, and you have 5 children, cook for your family, clean, etc… most of us just watch in awe. When you read this you will be away from how you felt for a few days… you are definitely a human being too - and maybe you are still processing what you have just come through with Milton - but you do deserve personal me time too as the foundation of your children’s lives. Hope today is going better!
The only time she missed uploads was when she took a several week break after her sister passed away. Rightfully so. She deserved to step back and grieve. But I was so worried then! Like I knew something had to be really wrong for her to go completely MIA. She definitely is the most consistent RUclipsr with her upload schedule and I look forward to it every week.
Kim you are such a delight. I am 73 and I would love to be your bff. You are the mother most of wish we had been. You are like the energizer bunny. Your family is so lucky to have the woman across the room as their mom.
Kim, you have every reason to be overwhelmed. You just went through a hurricane and then no power and then planned the most amazing birthday bash for Wolfgang. Now, you're planning the next birthday bash for Meredith. You're planning to entertain guests. Not to mention, being an amazing Mom who is so present for her kids and makes sure they have healthy meals, clean clothes, a clean and organized home. As well as, making sure they are on time for all the things that are going on in each of their lives. You do grocery shopping and all the extras shopping and when the kids have friends over, you make amazing breakfasts and cool snacks and "BrownieFriday". Plus, the amazing videos that you share with us each week. OH MY GOODNESS! Girl, you are KILLIN IT!🎉 BRAVO! 👏
One of the reasons I keep watching your videos is the fact that you keep it real! Thanks for sharing real life and not just the pretty stuff. Every mom/woman feels overwhelmed at times. We are right there with you ❤
I dont think these online families, who seem to take trips and have everything together, show the "real" side of life. But homes do get messy (especially with kids), and we get overwhelmed as mothers. We are normal! Don't be hard on yourself because I think most of us here can say that we look up to you! You're an amazing mom ❤
You do realize that is only part of their life? Maybe they don’t always want to show home life? And that’s fine. Who says they have everything together? Not everyone feels the need to show their life as is. It’s not right or wrong. I don’t watch channels because they are “normal” as if that exists. I watch them because it’s entertaining.
I’ve never related to you so much in the last almost 6 years i’ve been watching as like in this video. Life is overwhelming sometimes and always comparing yourself to others while they actually do the same with you You’re strong and kind and loving and you’re the woman across the room for most of us. I admire you so much. Sending lots of love 🌸
I follow a bunch of you tube mom channels because I work from home. As a mom of 3 sons and grandma to 5, Kim’s channel is so realistic. She shows us the messes which are very relatable! I get so tired of these other channels who are cleaning their houses that are already clean. You know they have cleaning people, which is fine, but never mention that part. Keep doing your thing Kim! You’re in the thick of being a mom, keep plowing through!! We appreciate you showing us what a normal house with kids is like!! ☀️☀️☀️
How do you know they have cleaning people? That’s reaching. If you don’t like their channels that’s fine but don’t presume you know what goes on off camera
Thank you for showing the real life! Most moms aren't showing the real stuff, that's why I think you are the most relatable youtube mom I watch! YOU are the woman across the room from all of us! You are so appreciated kim! Thank you for being a friend!😊
Kim, this is why we love you so much. You are a truthful person, showing us how it is rather than making us feel awful for not being able to be perfect. I'm grateful for you 💛
A constant need to clean is a quiet reminder of life unfolding around us. The dishes piled from shared meals, the scattered toys from little hands, the laundry that carries the scent of family. We often take for granted the beauty in these messes, forgetting they’re signs of the love, laughter, and chaos that make a house a home.❤️
Kim, YOU are the woman across the room for me. I am 77, raised 4 as a single working mom. I was busy, managed to get everything done and dinner on the table every night. I’m empty nested now, and never miss any of your videos. There is a little clown in me, when I grow up, I want to be a stand up comic and tell stories about life with my kids. You are the best!
You are showing reality! Your kids are very lucky for you encouraging creativity. One thing i had to teach my kids was independence. There is no reason they can't pitch in and clean up after themselves. I also had them cleaning the bathroom, bedroom, dishes,and help with laundry. I'm sure we may not see it all, but encourage them to be responsible for family routines. Love watching your videos!😊
Kim, you are doing awesome!! Everyone has a mess somewhere. You've got several children, you have a business, you host a lot of people often!! You are doing awesome!!
I just adore you. I’ve watched you for the past 3 years or so. You keep it real and are so relatable. You make me smile (and laugh) every time I watch you.
Oh Kim, I wish I could come through the screen and help you out! I know all too well how hard feeling this overwhelmed is! You’re doing a great job Momma!
Oh my sweet friend, I am a grandmother of four and still have my 23 yr old in college living with us....We have days of quiet and rest but we miss the days of chaos...when I was in the thick of rising my kids chores, carpool, dance, football,racing, etc. I was a hot mess sometimes but doing what I needed to do to rise my kids! You're amazing and make me laugh! Thank you for being a friend ❤️
Earliest I’ve made it to a video🎉 Kim you may not see this but I hope you know you are sunshine in human form and you encourage so many of us moms just trying to make it through our daily responsibilities. I hope you feel as loved as we do ❤
Kim.... this video came out at the very right time. Nursing my 3 week old baby and watching as you swim to shore after almost drowning with wave after wave , feels so like me right now. I haven't actually cleaned my house in 4 weeks. I just need to start 1 room at a time today. I'm so tired of seeing everything messy and dirty.
Sitting here listening to you while I have these exact feelings of the mundane life tasks. You are so relatable! Thank you for always staying to real I have always loved your channel!
Kim, don’t underestimate the insanity of working from home! I run a daycare from my home and it’s a lot to manage the inventory, it seems a lot like being a RUclipsr, we can’t escape the clutter and the mayhem of work. You’re doing so much, managing so much, balancing massive amounts of various events, birthday season and the holidays on top of the hurricane. I’m very impressed by your fortitude and grit. Thanks for showing us reality. Life has ups and downs, yin and Yang and without them our life would be dull and bland. I can see you’re strapping on your boots and kicking butt and it’s inspiring to little old me over here, just trying to keep my life together for my family and daycare functioning for the families I serve. ❤
I got emotional while you were venting bc I FELT THIS! You are completely heard and soo relatable! Absolutely love how honest and transparent you are! Ill say it again, you are the WOMAN ACROSS THE ROOM for me, and hear you have some rough moments as well makes me feel so dam normal! LOVE YA GIRL!
I feel like I just heard a therapy session and I get it. You are so hard on yourself but you just needed to vent which is a very healthy thing to do. If you don't vent you will bottle it up and be resentful towards your family and that will build up so much over the years. Now take a few minutes and remember all the wonderful things you did over that past week...... 💗
Tearing up listening to this. We adopted our nephew who is 5 earlier this year and saying it's been rough is a huge understatement. We've had him since October 2023. I'm in my late 30's and he's my first and only child. I'm overwhelmed so much because I feel like I should be better at this mom role by now. I sit back and pray and realize he and I are doing life together now and me being ok will help him and vice versa in terms of getting to a good place. Thanks for this.
Thank you for sharing your life with us, and for being so real. Your videos REALLY help me see that it is okay to not always be okay. You inspire me to be better every day. Your videos inspire to cook and clean for my family. Thank you.
Kim, you inspire us all, and you don’t ever realize how much. We all go through the same overwhelming times. The difference is you admit to it, while so many others do not. We love you for that. Thank you being so light hearted. You make me laugh out loud all the time. And thank you for all of the great content. Especially in the kitchen!❤
The other people have help, we do everything. The perfect influencers never show the reality and one of the many reasons we love you is because you do. You show motherhood/wife is not a walk in the park but its so worth it. No one understands what everyday entails being in our position unless they do it, good stay at home moms are super hereos in disguise
I needed this today. I woke up with a migraine and just had no will to do the same cleaning I do day after day and hit that wall. I rested (sat for 20 minutes and chugged water) and watched this video and got the encouragement to get my butt up and get stuff done. Thank you for being so real with your feelings. You are the lady across the room 😊.
Hey Kim, you are always going to be the woman across the room. You are an amazing Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend, and the list goes on and on. Please try to make time for yourself. Sharing so much leaves you empty if you don’t take care of yourself. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your day.❤❤❤
YOU'RE doing amazing things, Kim. Never forget that!!! Raising lovely, kind, open and creative children is HUGE. Never say you aren't doing something amazing.
You are the girl across the room for many of us! You do so many amazing things for your family, you are awesome and inspiring! Thank you for reminding us that everyone is wonderful and ‘normal’ and our kids just need the love we are able to give.
Kim, YOU ARE THE WOMAN ACROSS THE ROOM!!! You are super woman, mom, wife, and friend. Thank you for always being here. And hope your days have gotten better ❤
I am a new subscriber and I absolutely love your content and your vibes! The part in this video while you were in your laundry room folding clothes was SO spot on and boy did I get it and needed to hear that! You are so amazing and your content is so inspiring and refreshing. Keep doing what you’re doing mama! Glad I found your channel! ❤
All I can say is you’re Amazing! Thank you for being so real and not feeling you have to keep up with others and what they do! You are you and that is what is so important. We need more of you in this world! Have a Wonderful weekend! ❤
Thank you for being real! I love your cleaning videos; some ladies are out here cleaning a clean house lmao! This is so real and motivating, thank you!
Thank you thank you thank you!!! The guilt of sitting down.... so much to do. Your day is my damn near every day. I admire you and love watching your channel. Try an anti fatigue mat for your laundry room! They're amazing!!
Kim, your comments about social media and feeling down is why I had to leave social media. It’s easy to see all the things other moms are doing and think “What am I doing wrong?!” So I just stopped looking and now I do what I can when I can. I can’t be the world’s best cook, cleaner, teacher, wife, friend, etc all at the same time. Something always has to give. So I’m the best I can be at each of those things in the moment. ❤ Thank you for your encouragement and snippets of real life!
When I used to get overwhelmed after hurricanes or parties I would just put on some music. I also would always start in the kitchen and work out from there. As for dinner every night, once I got the meat out to thraw, I would just think about it throughout the day and decide then what to make with it. Like you protien, carb and veggies . Just do what you can and go on from there.
Kim…been watching you for a long time! Always something new even though you do the same things…how do you do that? Never tire of you. You have something for everyone! Have a great weekend…rest, relax, enjoy!🥰🥰🥰
I would like to take a moment to THANK YOU for this video because I am currently 35 weeks pregnant, having a bunch of Braxton Hicks, feeling like crap and not doing anything around my house. Yes my husband helps but I just feel like a bump on the log! With all that being said I have been staring at this laundry basket full of clean clothes for days and YOU woman across the room have helped me get it at least folded lol. You are amazing! Thank you so much!
i went to school for psych and human behavior and it’s true that people on social media tend to only share the good of their lives and so when people are curating their page it may seem like only the good and cool is their life but it’s not so it creates expectations for people that aren’t always accurate. YOU DO GOOD LIKE THIS you share all parts 🧡
Thank you for keeping it real with us, you are my woman across the room. You do so much for your family. Sending hugs from one tired momma to another. X
Kim!! I loved this video. The overwhelm is real!! We are in the midst of building , almost at the finish line. Our house is a MESS. In between houses, laundry is piled and the house is neglected. It’s been a wild ride. I love to sit down an fold said laundry and catch up on your videos. ♥️
I love your philosophy on life, Kim. Even on days when you're dealing with craziness (like blue food coloring!) you are so relatable! Your children are fortunate to have a Mom who cherishes family time and lets them just BE kids. I appreciate your honesty and there's absolutely nothing wrong with being a "people pleaser!"
Kim to me you will always be a superwoman Mom how you even scratch the surface with all the stuff you even have to do blows my mind you are so entertaining and hysterical to watch keep up the excellent work you make me look like a complete SLACKER mom😅😅😅😂😂😂❤❤❤❤Love ya😊
Kim!! You NEED to hire a bi weekly cleaning lady… it would ROCK your world(in the best way possible). I just did it in August… she comes bi weekly and it’s just enough to have a second set of hands- but not too much where you dread her coming because to some extent you need to clean for the cleaning lady🤭😂 You leave the house.. take your little kids to a park while the orders are at school, a trampoline park, run errands, go edit a video at a coffee shop… what have you… you come home to a spotless house.. all laundry done and folded… dishes put away. Floors swept and mopped and vacuumed.. beds made… all bathrooms cleaned… the list goes on!! it is seriously the best thing everrrrr! You really should challenge yourself, swallow your pride, accept that you could use help and live in constant overstimulation (these are the hardest concepts for us moms) and reach out on local Facebook groups or something and get a few quotes… usually- it’s cheaper then your electric bill. Just saying!! 😁😆
Kim I always enjoy hanging out with you. Please give yourself some grace.. you do so much every day, we all want to be just like you. I love you and your family and look forward to every video. You are the best!!
When I start to compare myself to others on social media I think of what Jessica Braun said...watching a YT video of someone's life is only 30/90 minutes out of a whole week. So I looked up how many minutes in a week...it's 10,080 minutes. Wow does that ever put the videos into perspective. Your videos are among the few I watch that shows real life moments, even though you could edit them to look perfect. PLUS you just went through a major hurricane and had a huge party. Wow I'm tired just writing that. Always stay as you are. It's so refreshing 💜💙💚💛🧡
I'm a single mom with a 10 year old, 9 year old and 4 year old. When you were saying how beautiful life is and just nature and things around us, it was what I needed to hear today. I'm so used to getting stuck in our routine but I live in Ohio and the trees are so vibrant now with oranges, reds and yellows and my life and our world really is so beautiful. Thank you for that tangent you said you went on, I needed to hear it 😊
This is how I feel daily Kim. You are soooooo amazing. I wish I could be more like you. You are the most patient, fun, fantastic mom I know. Period. I enjoy my time with you cause it’s so inspiring to see how life can be. I definitely aspire to be you when I grow up 😜
You are in the busy, busy season of life. Baby to teenager age kids need you so so much. You picked the good stuff. We can't do everything. I have been watching you since the Walmart rant 🤣🤣🤣 I think it is ok to have a house keeper come in and do the deep cleaning. I think it's ok to ask yourself, " what's my capacity right now. What are my main goals and if I need to hire out some things and I have the finances to do that. Then I give myself permission to do that. It's a struggle for me but living with lupus and other autoimmune has taught me to prioritize better. And grace, grace, give yourself grace❤❤❤
I love your videos. I cleaned my WHOLE house watching you today. Your enthusiasm is unmatched. Your commentary is so funny, so interesting and honestly- I think the same things.. how are we even alive?! Thanks for you’re hard work- you killed it in your video today 💪
Bless your heart!!!! At 12:53 I noticed the little something in your hair...I got your back!!! I sprayed a Window Washer, cleaned my computer very well, (I got this from Costco, 3 in 1 package) Then you kept speaking, so I tidied my computer area, & then & just put my left hand up to protect my left eye & shifted a little right, Girlie Girl..I got Choo!!!!! I may not have been able to do anything for ya, whew chile......but as a Compadre Mom....I cleaned with you & now I am hydrating myself!!! ✌🏻🧡
Had a rough week and decided to watch one of your videos because they always make me feel better. Thankful to have watched and listened tonight! Appreciate you and your heart for encouraging others. 🩷
Kim you are mom of mom's. Always doing the best for your family. With 5 kids and doing parties and all the things, you are overwhelmed. I found out with my life, to only allow the party in certain rooms. Having the whole house is too much to clean up after you did all the prep too. Limit spaces for the kids is my advice for an easier clean up.
I feel you! I feel that way lately too, and I haven't been through a hurricane, birthday parties, and I only have 2 kids who are in their 20s. :) But, I teach 14 2 year olds evry morning and I am wiped by the time I get home and have no desire to do anything. My family asked what was for dinner last night and I said "Sleep. Sleep is for dinner." Alos, I just want to add that I love how real your videos are and you bring happy to my day every time I see you! (Also, never met anyone else who knew Grease 2.) 💜
I recently visited Kansas and I finally went to Aldi!! I love watching you. You keep it real even if you are always on the struggle bus w/laundry/dishes. We all are-no matter our season of life, you help us keep it real. I love your channel and the reality of mom life. Keep on keeping on!
I love how you just go with the flow and don’t let things get to you, I really needed a friend like you 30 years ago to follow and maybe I wouldn’t have been so uptight.😊❤
Hi Kim, I've watched you for quite a number of years now and have never commented but really want to this time. I've laughed and cried and been in total awe of you over the years. You're amazing and yes you have your life together, life is life and it's hard sometimes. I would just like to say thank you for being honest and that's it! This video is so inspiring and has just come at the right time for me. You're right, we all need to take a bit of time for ourselves and appreciate nature and life and our family. I really thank you for taking the time and effort to put your real life out there, love you!
I always think others do it better when I see them do their’s on TikTok, instagram & RUclips too. I’m so ocd about 15-30 mins early. Thanks for being so real.
Good morning! Thank you for sharing your talk about “real life” issues. I struggle everyday with exactly what you are talking about. My husband and I are raising three grandchildren, ages 4, 13 and 20 ( in college). We both work full time. I cannot find enough time to get everything done and when I do things, I am just getting by. There just isn’t enough time in the day! We love every minute of our grandchildren and they keep us feeling young, but I always wish I could do more. The struggle is real, but we have to stick together, and we can get through it. 😊
Kim, I watch a lot of channels and you don’t give yourself enough credit. You are an amazing mom. Your kids and husband are always in your thoughts. You make every holiday, birthday and everyday life the most important thing. Don’t let anyone tell you are doing it wrong. I wish I did half the things you are doing for your kids that I did for mine. Your amazing!!❤❤❤❤❤
Kim, I am a type A mom (who often fails). I wish I was more of a type B mom, and I wish my kids got a fun mom. I work full time out of the home and my husband is shiftwork so it feels like we high five as one comes home and one leaves. We do have a monthly cleaning service, but they don't do deep cleaning so its almost useless (it used to be biweekly). I thought it would buy some weekend time back with my kids, but it doesn't. You're rocking it, and these days are real and we love you for it, and we are there with you ❤❤
It’s so funny I’m a type A mum I’m a single mum with 100 % care to 3 additional needs kids ! So I have 0 breaks , 0 time off , 0 help So I’m alll about getting everything done, my house is always clean and I’m highly strung.. But I love you Kim you are definitely the woman across the room from me: As a mother with autism and also with 3 autistic kids socializing isn’t our thing! I’ve been a mum 15 years and never had a birthday party I couldn’t think of anything worse! But I watch yours and I feel guilty that my kids haven’t had one. We don’t go on holidays because my kids wouldn’t cope with the change ect.. So you look at other mums and wonder if you should be doing things they do, I look at you and wonder the same thing.. Your doing your best, so what if ur house is often messy your doing your best and you should be proud
I would pay you for tips on how you handle three and keep the house clean. Like honestly I'm a mom but a more advanced mom's wisdom would be lovely to hear.
@@cleopatrablackwell3414 that is such a lovely compliment thank you ❤️ I’m happy to help. Handling the kids it runs like a check list in my head that’s part of my autism i think. So we start our day early 6:30-7 am And at night the kids are always in bed by 7:30 They don’t have to sleep but they have to stay on their rooms. They can watch iPads, read books, play ect.. then they are in bed by 9 In that time they aren’t to get up unless it’s to use the bathroom or an emergency ect.. I make sure I spend 20-30 minutes every day with each child undivided attention. We don’t do the same thing it can be anything - going to the shops with 1 child to collect dinner and chat in the car. - watch a tv episode and cuddle on the couch - read books, - play a game ect.. - do hair and make up Anything just something so they all feel they got their attention mum bucket full. The early bedtime and being strict about it gives me time to breathe and reset for the next day. Cleaning the house is a routine focus on 3 things. - rubbish - twice a day I go around with a garbage bag and collect all the rubbish and take it out. Dishes - twice a day I walk around the house collect all dishes and run the dishwasher twice a day Washing - collect all the washing and do 2 loads a day Then eveyday I fit in 1 daily task. - bathrooms - washing bedding - floors - dusting - decluttering Ect.. The only “ chore” the kids do is called “Put it back” I tell them it’s time and they run around the house like a game and put away anything that doesn’t belong. Toys, shoes, bags, whatever because it’s a shared task it’s over quick! Food wise we do the same thing everyday - 1 easy meal the kids will often want to do themselves like cereal, toast, mac and cheese ect.. or I help if they are little. - 1 meal is a proper home cooked meal by me and I get 1 child to help - 1 meal is convenient doesn’t mean unhealthy always but something i pick up. This way I don’t hate cooking as I don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen. Oh and we all shower or bath twice a day. I’ve been doing it since babies so they are so used to it now they just do it easy I hope this helps
Okay I cried with this video with your talk and quote about type b mom. I have been in a funk and feeling so fatigued! But anywho relatable, relatable, relatable! 💯 love you Kim! Thank you for your content!
You are doing your best! Which is perfect! It’s also normal to sometimes be overwhelmed. You just talk about this normal. Thank you! I am not in this season, I do remember it well and miss it so very much. ❤
I must say every week and everyday of the week you always put a video up! You are just like me as a Mom, I'm always taking care of someone when they're sick or hurting. I am always the person who takes my days and weekends taking care of our house, I'm always doing the dishes sometimes twice a day, laundry, vacuuming mopping, taking care of our animals, making dinner. The teens run off play every evening every weekend,I seem to never see or hear one of them offer or do their chores. I don't talk to anyone,I don't do anything, I'm depressed everyday.i can't say anything to anyone they always have an attitude towards me. But I always watch your videos! I give you a lot of credit girl! Love ya
You do a fantastic job as a wife and mom. I look at your videos and I feel like a mess! You are an inspiration to a lot of us. I want to be on your level ma’am! I think you’re realistic and that’s why we love you. 🤗
Kim - I have been watching your channel for a few years now. You have NEVER missed uploading a video - through COVID, childbirth, postpartum, and hurricanes… you NEVER take a break from Utube, and you have 5 children, cook for your family, clean, etc… most of us just watch in awe. When you read this you will be away from how you felt for a few days… you are definitely a human being too - and maybe you are still processing what you have just come through with Milton - but you do deserve personal me time too as the foundation of your children’s lives. Hope today is going better!
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@@jl1726 don’t give her any ideas! I don’t want her to take a break I love her videos it’s like my favorite tv show lol
Kim is my bestie. She is awesome…we’ve never met but I feel that way.
Just think in a few short years your children will be grown and then you get to enjoy those grandbabies, I have 7 and love them so much.
The only time she missed uploads was when she took a several week break after her sister passed away. Rightfully so. She deserved to step back and grieve. But I was so worried then! Like I knew something had to be really wrong for her to go completely MIA. She definitely is the most consistent RUclipsr with her upload schedule and I look forward to it every week.
Kim you are such a delight. I am 73 and I would love to be your bff. You are the mother most of wish we had been. You are like the energizer bunny. Your family is so lucky to have the woman across the room as their mom.
Kim, you have every reason to be overwhelmed. You just went through a hurricane and then no power and then planned the most amazing birthday bash for Wolfgang. Now, you're planning the next birthday bash for Meredith. You're planning to entertain guests. Not to mention, being an amazing Mom who is so present for her kids and makes sure they have healthy meals, clean clothes, a clean and organized home. As well as, making sure they are on time for all the things that are going on in each of their lives. You do grocery shopping and all the extras shopping and when the kids have friends over, you make amazing breakfasts and cool snacks and "BrownieFriday".
Plus, the amazing videos that you share with us each week.
OH MY GOODNESS!
Girl, you are KILLIN IT!🎉
BRAVO! 👏
You’re so TRUE!❤
😭😭😭😭I feel so validated
KIM you are doing BEYOND AMAZING!!!!! HUGS from a fellow momma of 5 who gets it
You. Are. The. Woman. Across. The. Room.
You are seen & completely understood ❤
One of the reasons I keep watching your videos is the fact that you keep it real! Thanks for sharing real life and not just the pretty stuff. Every mom/woman feels overwhelmed at times. We are right there with you ❤
18:29 oh I felt this!
Kim the reason we watch is because most of us are just amazed at all you manage to do😍
Facts! ❤️💯
Absolutely 💯 💯 💯
I had 1 and some days I couldn’t handle it😂
I dont think these online families, who seem to take trips and have everything together, show the "real" side of life. But homes do get messy (especially with kids), and we get overwhelmed as mothers. We are normal! Don't be hard on yourself because I think most of us here can say that we look up to you! You're an amazing mom ❤
Yes to this!
Absolutely!!
You do realize that is only part of their life? Maybe they don’t always want to show home life? And that’s fine. Who says they have everything together? Not everyone feels the need to show their life as is. It’s not right or wrong. I don’t watch channels because they are “normal” as if that exists. I watch them because it’s entertaining.
I can totally relate to your mood in this video. We all have those days. Thanks for keeping it real. ❤
yes! thank you for keeping it real!
I’ve never related to you so much in the last almost 6 years i’ve been watching as like in this video. Life is overwhelming sometimes and always comparing yourself to others while they actually do the same with you You’re strong and kind and loving and you’re the woman across the room for most of us. I admire you so much. Sending lots of love 🌸
You asked “what’s the reset button on the brain?”
It’s… Rest😊
You are amazing and we appreciate all you do!!❤
I follow a bunch of you tube mom channels because I work from home. As a mom of 3 sons and grandma to 5, Kim’s channel is so realistic. She shows us the messes which are very relatable! I get so tired of these other channels who are cleaning their houses that are already clean. You know they have cleaning people, which is fine, but never mention that part. Keep doing your thing Kim! You’re in the thick of being a mom, keep plowing through!! We appreciate you showing us what a normal house with kids is like!! ☀️☀️☀️
How do you know they have cleaning people? That’s reaching. If you don’t like their channels that’s fine but don’t presume you know what goes on off camera
God Bless you Kim. Never doubt yourself. You are a GREAT MUM. Normal Mum's have messes too. Love watching your videos
Thank you for showing the real life! Most moms aren't showing the real stuff, that's why I think you are the most relatable youtube mom I watch! YOU are the woman across the room from all of us! You are so appreciated kim! Thank you for being a friend!😊
Kim, this is why we love you so much. You are a truthful person, showing us how it is rather than making us feel awful for not being able to be perfect. I'm grateful for you 💛
Thank you for being so real and honest! Watching you share your struggles makes me feel like I’m not alone ❤ You’re truly an inspiration!
A constant need to clean is a quiet reminder of life unfolding around us. The dishes piled from shared meals, the scattered toys from little hands, the laundry that carries the scent of family. We often take for granted the beauty in these messes, forgetting they’re signs of the love, laughter, and chaos that make a house a home.❤️
Don’t stop doing the right thing no matter what the people say. Remember that every great woman/ man has a good story to tell.
I listen to YOU while I do my mundane tasks! You are my woman across the room! 😊❤
Kim, YOU are the woman across the room for me. I am 77, raised 4 as a single working mom. I was busy, managed to get everything done and dinner on the table every night. I’m empty nested now, and never miss any of your videos. There is a little clown in me, when I grow up, I want to be a stand up comic and tell stories about life with my kids. You are the best!
Kim you are an amazing fun mother. Your husband and children are super lucky to have you. You are the best😊
You are showing reality! Your kids are very lucky for you encouraging creativity. One thing i had to teach my kids was independence. There is no reason they can't pitch in and clean up after themselves. I also had them cleaning the bathroom, bedroom, dishes,and help with laundry. I'm sure we may not see it all, but encourage them to be responsible for family routines. Love watching your videos!😊
I am so grateful for you, you make such a difference in my daily life.
Kim, you are doing awesome!! Everyone has a mess somewhere. You've got several children, you have a business, you host a lot of people often!! You are doing awesome!!
I just adore you. I’ve watched you for the past 3 years or so. You keep it real and are so relatable. You make me smile (and laugh) every time I watch you.
Oh Kim, I wish I could come through the screen and help you out! I know all too well how hard feeling this overwhelmed is! You’re doing a great job Momma!
Oh my sweet friend, I am a grandmother of four and still have my 23 yr old in college living with us....We have days of quiet and rest but we miss the days of chaos...when I was in the thick of rising my kids chores, carpool, dance, football,racing, etc. I was a hot mess sometimes but doing what I needed to do to rise my kids! You're amazing and make me laugh! Thank you for being a friend ❤️
Earliest I’ve made it to a video🎉 Kim you may not see this but I hope you know you are sunshine in human form and you encourage so many of us moms just trying to make it through our daily responsibilities. I hope you feel as loved as we do ❤
Kim.... this video came out at the very right time. Nursing my 3 week old baby and watching as you swim to shore after almost drowning with wave after wave , feels so like me right now. I haven't actually cleaned my house in 4 weeks. I just need to start 1 room at a time today. I'm so tired of seeing everything messy and dirty.
Sitting here listening to you while I have these exact feelings of the mundane life tasks. You are so relatable! Thank you for always staying to real I have always loved your channel!
Kim, don’t underestimate the insanity of working from home! I run a daycare from my home and it’s a lot to manage the inventory, it seems a lot like being a RUclipsr, we can’t escape the clutter and the mayhem of work. You’re doing so much, managing so much, balancing massive amounts of various events, birthday season and the holidays on top of the hurricane. I’m very impressed by your fortitude and grit. Thanks for showing us reality. Life has ups and downs, yin and Yang and without them our life would be dull and bland. I can see you’re strapping on your boots and kicking butt and it’s inspiring to little old me over here, just trying to keep my life together for my family and daycare functioning for the families I serve. ❤
I got emotional while you were venting bc I FELT THIS! You are completely heard and soo relatable! Absolutely love how honest and transparent you are! Ill say it again, you are the WOMAN ACROSS THE ROOM for me, and hear you have some rough moments as well makes me feel so dam normal! LOVE YA GIRL!
I feel like I just heard a therapy session and I get it. You are so hard on yourself but you just needed to vent which is a very healthy thing to do. If you don't vent you will bottle it up and be resentful towards your family and that will build up so much over the years. Now take a few minutes and remember all the wonderful things you did over that past week...... 💗
Thank you for being real ..this is my life on repeat daily happy to see I’m not alone in chaos 💕
Tearing up listening to this. We adopted our nephew who is 5 earlier this year and saying it's been rough is a huge understatement. We've had him since October 2023. I'm in my late 30's and he's my first and only child. I'm overwhelmed so much because I feel like I should be better at this mom role by now. I sit back and pray and realize he and I are doing life together now and me being ok will help him and vice versa in terms of getting to a good place. Thanks for this.
Thank you for sharing your life with us, and for being so real. Your videos REALLY help me see that it is okay to not always be okay. You inspire me to be better every day. Your videos inspire to cook and clean for my family. Thank you.
Kim, you inspire us all, and you don’t ever realize how much. We all go through the same overwhelming times. The difference is you admit to it, while so many others do not. We love you for that. Thank you being so light hearted. You make me laugh out loud all the time. And thank you for all of the great content. Especially in the kitchen!❤
I feel you!! Thank you for being so real and yet you also are way productive.
The other people have help, we do everything. The perfect influencers never show the reality and one of the many reasons we love you is because you do. You show motherhood/wife is not a walk in the park but its so worth it. No one understands what everyday entails being in our position unless they do it, good stay at home moms are super hereos in disguise
I needed this today. I woke up with a migraine and just had no will to do the same cleaning I do day after day and hit that wall. I rested (sat for 20 minutes and chugged water) and watched this video and got the encouragement to get my butt up and get stuff done. Thank you for being so real with your feelings. You are the lady across the room 😊.
Hey Kim, you are always going to be the woman across the room. You are an amazing Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend, and the list goes on and on. Please try to make time for yourself. Sharing so much leaves you empty if you don’t take care of yourself. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your day.❤❤❤
YOU'RE doing amazing things, Kim. Never forget that!!! Raising lovely, kind, open and creative children is HUGE. Never say you aren't doing something amazing.
You are the girl across the room for many of us! You do so many amazing things for your family, you are awesome and inspiring! Thank you for reminding us that everyone is wonderful and ‘normal’ and our kids just need the love we are able to give.
Kim, YOU ARE THE WOMAN ACROSS THE ROOM!!! You are super woman, mom, wife, and friend. Thank you for always being here. And hope your days have gotten better ❤
I am a new subscriber and I absolutely love your content and your vibes! The part in this video while you were in your laundry room folding clothes was SO spot on and boy did I get it and needed to hear that! You are so amazing and your content is so inspiring and refreshing. Keep doing what you’re doing mama! Glad I found your channel! ❤
You're going to LOOOOOOOOOOOVE this channel and Kim & fam. Welcome! :)
Welcome to the party you are going to love it here!
Kim, you are doing an amazing job of being yourself… which is why we watch. Keep being authentically yourself!! 😊
All I can say is you’re Amazing! Thank you for being so real and not feeling you have to keep up with others and what they do! You are you and that is what is so important. We need more of you in this world! Have a Wonderful weekend! ❤
Thanks for being real!!! You seriously need to check into getting an automatic floor cleaner. I have an eufy and absolutely love it!! Game changer!!
Thank you for being real! I love your cleaning videos; some ladies are out here cleaning a clean house lmao! This is so real and motivating, thank you!
Thank you thank you thank you!!!
The guilt of sitting down.... so much to do. Your day is my damn near every day. I admire you and love watching your channel.
Try an anti fatigue mat for your laundry room! They're amazing!!
Kim, your comments about social media and feeling down is why I had to leave social media. It’s easy to see all the things other moms are doing and think “What am I doing wrong?!” So I just stopped looking and now I do what I can when I can. I can’t be the world’s best cook, cleaner, teacher, wife, friend, etc all at the same time. Something always has to give. So I’m the best I can be at each of those things in the moment. ❤ Thank you for your encouragement and snippets of real life!
Very well said! We all only have 100% to give. We decide what's important and how to divide the 100%. It's all we can do ❤
You make me laugh so hard!!! I’m here for the chaos. I feel like you are so relatable!!! ❤
This is why I love watching you. I feel like you on a daily basis. It helps knowing I am not alone. Thank you and I appreciate you.
When I used to get overwhelmed after hurricanes or parties I would just put on some music. I also would always start in the kitchen and work out from there. As for dinner every night, once I got the meat out to thraw, I would just think about it throughout the day and decide then what to make with it. Like you protien, carb and veggies . Just do what you can and go on from there.
Good morning, Kim. I hope you have a great day. Thank you very much for being our amazing friend. ❤❤
Kim…been watching you for a long time! Always something new even though you do the same things…how do you do that? Never tire of you. You have something for everyone! Have a great weekend…rest, relax, enjoy!🥰🥰🥰
Lawn equipment, no sheets. OMG I laugh every time I watch you. Real life, baby 😂 hey, it's ok.. You rock!
15:24 😂❤I love your meltdown. So me!!!!!!
I would like to take a moment to THANK YOU for this video because I am currently 35 weeks pregnant, having a bunch of Braxton Hicks, feeling like crap and not doing anything around my house. Yes my husband helps but I just feel like a bump on the log! With all that being said I have been staring at this laundry basket full of clean clothes for days and YOU woman across the room have helped me get it at least folded lol. You are amazing! Thank you so much!
i went to school for psych and human behavior and it’s true that people on social media tend to only share the good of their lives and so when people are curating their page it may seem like only the good and cool is their life but it’s not so it creates expectations for people that aren’t always accurate. YOU DO GOOD LIKE THIS you share all parts 🧡
Thank you for keeping it real with us, you are my woman across the room. You do so much for your family. Sending hugs from one tired momma to another. X
Kim!! I loved this video. The overwhelm is real!! We are in the midst of building , almost at the finish line. Our house is a MESS. In between houses, laundry is piled and the house is neglected. It’s been a wild ride. I love to sit down an fold said laundry and catch up on your videos. ♥️
Love waking up to your videos! Keep them coming ! “Thank you for being a friend” 🎶💕
I love your philosophy on life, Kim. Even on days when you're dealing with craziness (like blue food coloring!) you are so relatable! Your children are fortunate to have a Mom who cherishes family time and lets them just BE kids. I appreciate your honesty and there's absolutely nothing wrong with being a "people pleaser!"
You’re the most relatable RUclipsr so don’t change you!
Kim to me you will always be a superwoman Mom how you even scratch the surface with all the stuff you even have to do blows my mind you are so entertaining and hysterical to watch keep up the excellent work you make me look like a complete SLACKER mom😅😅😅😂😂😂❤❤❤❤Love ya😊
Kim!! You NEED to hire a bi weekly cleaning lady… it would ROCK your world(in the best way possible). I just did it in August… she comes bi weekly and it’s just enough to have a second set of hands- but not too much where you dread her coming because to some extent you need to clean for the cleaning lady🤭😂
You leave the house.. take your little kids to a park while the orders are at school, a trampoline park, run errands, go edit a video at a coffee shop… what have you… you come home to a spotless house.. all laundry done and folded… dishes put away. Floors swept and mopped and vacuumed.. beds made… all bathrooms cleaned… the list goes on!! it is seriously the best thing everrrrr!
You really should challenge yourself, swallow your pride, accept that you could use help and live in constant overstimulation (these are the hardest concepts for us moms) and reach out on local Facebook groups or something and get a few quotes… usually- it’s cheaper then your electric bill. Just saying!! 😁😆
Thank you for being you Kim. I treasure every video you post every little thing you do. You’re amazing and phenomenal. ❤
Kim I always enjoy hanging out with you. Please give yourself some grace.. you do so much every day, we all want to be just like you. I love you and your family and look forward to every video. You are the best!!
When I start to compare myself to others on social media I think of what Jessica Braun said...watching a YT video of someone's life is only 30/90 minutes out of a whole week. So I looked up how many minutes in a week...it's 10,080 minutes. Wow does that ever put the videos into perspective. Your videos are among the few I watch that shows real life moments, even though you could edit them to look perfect. PLUS you just went through a major hurricane and had a huge party. Wow I'm tired just writing that. Always stay as you are. It's so refreshing 💜💙💚💛🧡
Between you and Kendra Adachi, I'm being reminded to enjoy life, even when it's crazy busy. THANK YOU! 💜
Thank you for sharing! I didn't realize how much I needed this talk!!!
Gosh I love your chats Kim! It’s so nice to hear someone else think in the patterns I do ❤️
I'm a single mom with a 10 year old, 9 year old and 4 year old. When you were saying how beautiful life is and just nature and things around us, it was what I needed to hear today. I'm so used to getting stuck in our routine but I live in Ohio and the trees are so vibrant now with oranges, reds and yellows and my life and our world really is so beautiful. Thank you for that tangent you said you went on, I needed to hear it 😊
This is how I feel daily Kim. You are soooooo amazing. I wish I could be more like you. You are the most patient, fun, fantastic mom I know. Period. I enjoy my time with you cause it’s so inspiring to see how life can be. I definitely aspire to be you when I grow up 😜
Thank you so much for this therapy session, I really needed it! Love Ya Girl - YOU ARE DOING GREAT!!
You are in the busy, busy season of life. Baby to teenager age kids need you so so much. You picked the good stuff. We can't do everything. I have been watching you since the Walmart rant 🤣🤣🤣 I think it is ok to have a house keeper come in and do the deep cleaning. I think it's ok to ask yourself, " what's my capacity right now. What are my main goals and if I need to hire out some things and I have the finances to do that. Then I give myself permission to do that. It's a struggle for me but living with lupus and other autoimmune has taught me to prioritize better. And grace, grace, give yourself grace❤❤❤
I love your videos. I cleaned my WHOLE house watching you today. Your enthusiasm is unmatched. Your commentary is so funny, so interesting and honestly- I think the same things.. how are we even alive?! Thanks for you’re hard work- you killed it in your video today 💪
Bless your heart!!!! At 12:53 I noticed the little something in your hair...I got your back!!! I sprayed a Window Washer, cleaned my computer very well, (I got this from Costco, 3 in 1 package) Then you kept speaking, so I tidied my computer area, & then & just put my left hand up to protect my left eye & shifted a little right, Girlie Girl..I got Choo!!!!! I may not have been able to do anything for ya, whew chile......but as a Compadre Mom....I cleaned with you & now I am hydrating myself!!! ✌🏻🧡
Had a rough week and decided to watch one of your videos because they always make me feel better. Thankful to have watched and listened tonight! Appreciate you and your heart for encouraging others. 🩷
Kim you are mom of mom's. Always doing the best for your family. With 5 kids and doing parties and all the things, you are overwhelmed. I found out with my life, to only allow the party in certain rooms. Having the whole house is too much to clean up after you did all the prep too. Limit spaces for the kids is my advice for an easier clean up.
I feel you! I feel that way lately too, and I haven't been through a hurricane, birthday parties, and I only have 2 kids who are in their 20s. :) But, I teach 14 2 year olds evry morning and I am wiped by the time I get home and have no desire to do anything. My family asked what was for dinner last night and I said "Sleep. Sleep is for dinner." Alos, I just want to add that I love how real your videos are and you bring happy to my day every time I see you! (Also, never met anyone else who knew Grease 2.) 💜
I recently visited Kansas and I finally went to Aldi!! I love watching you. You keep it real even if you are always on the struggle bus w/laundry/dishes. We all are-no matter our season of life, you help us keep it real. I love your channel and the reality of mom life. Keep on keeping on!
I love how you just go with the flow and don’t let things get to you, I really needed a friend like you 30 years ago to follow and maybe I wouldn’t have been so uptight.😊❤
I watch you because your normal is my normal. It makes me feel human to watch you. You’re killing it.
Watching your videos give me the motivation I need when I don’t feel like doing anything! ❤
Hi Kim, I've watched you for quite a number of years now and have never commented but really want to this time. I've laughed and cried and been in total awe of you over the years. You're amazing and yes you have your life together, life is life and it's hard sometimes. I would just like to say thank you for being honest and that's it! This video is so inspiring and has just come at the right time for me. You're right, we all need to take a bit of time for ourselves and appreciate nature and life and our family. I really thank you for taking the time and effort to put your real life out there, love you!
I always think others do it better when I see them do their’s on TikTok, instagram & RUclips too. I’m so ocd about 15-30 mins early. Thanks for being so real.
Thank you for being real Kim😊
Kim you are awesome! Please give yourself grace. You are doing the most important thing raising your children with your loving hubby. ❤️
Good morning! Thank you for sharing your talk about “real life” issues. I struggle everyday with exactly what you are talking about. My husband and I are raising three grandchildren, ages 4, 13 and 20 ( in college). We both work full time. I cannot find enough time to get everything done and when I do things, I am just getting by. There just isn’t enough time in the day! We love every minute of our grandchildren and they keep us feeling young, but I always wish I could do more. The struggle is real, but we have to stick together, and we can get through it. 😊
Kim, I watch a lot of channels and you don’t give yourself enough credit. You are an amazing mom. Your kids and husband are always in your thoughts. You make every holiday, birthday and everyday life the most important thing. Don’t let anyone tell you are doing it wrong. I wish I did half the things you are doing for your kids that I did for mine. Your amazing!!❤❤❤❤❤
Kim, I am a type A mom (who often fails). I wish I was more of a type B mom, and I wish my kids got a fun mom. I work full time out of the home and my husband is shiftwork so it feels like we high five as one comes home and one leaves. We do have a monthly cleaning service, but they don't do deep cleaning so its almost useless (it used to be biweekly). I thought it would buy some weekend time back with my kids, but it doesn't. You're rocking it, and these days are real and we love you for it, and we are there with you ❤❤
It’s so funny
I’m a type A mum
I’m a single mum with 100 % care to 3 additional needs kids ! So I have 0 breaks , 0 time off , 0 help
So I’m alll about getting everything done, my house is always clean and I’m highly strung..
But I love you Kim you are definitely the woman across the room from me:
As a mother with autism and also with 3 autistic kids socializing isn’t our thing! I’ve been a mum 15 years and never had a birthday party I couldn’t think of anything worse! But I watch yours and I feel guilty that my kids haven’t had one.
We don’t go on holidays because my kids wouldn’t cope with the change ect..
So you look at other mums and wonder if you should be doing things they do, I look at you and wonder the same thing..
Your doing your best, so what if ur house is often messy your doing your best and you should be proud
I would pay you for tips on how you handle three and keep the house clean. Like honestly I'm a mom but a more advanced mom's wisdom would be lovely to hear.
@@cleopatrablackwell3414 that is such a lovely compliment thank you ❤️ I’m happy to help.
Handling the kids it runs like a check list in my head that’s part of my autism i think.
So we start our day early 6:30-7 am
And at night the kids are always in bed by 7:30
They don’t have to sleep but they have to stay on their rooms.
They can watch iPads, read books, play ect..
then they are in bed by 9
In that time they aren’t to get up unless it’s to use the bathroom or an emergency ect..
I make sure I spend 20-30 minutes every day with each child undivided attention.
We don’t do the same thing it can be anything
- going to the shops with 1 child to collect dinner and chat in the car.
- watch a tv episode and cuddle on the couch
- read books,
- play a game ect..
- do hair and make up
Anything just something so they all feel they got their attention mum bucket full.
The early bedtime and being strict about it gives me time to breathe and reset for the next day.
Cleaning the house is a routine focus on 3 things.
- rubbish - twice a day I go around with a garbage bag and collect all the rubbish and take it out.
Dishes - twice a day I walk around the house collect all dishes and run the dishwasher twice a day
Washing - collect all the washing and do 2 loads a day
Then eveyday I fit in 1 daily task.
- bathrooms
- washing bedding
- floors
- dusting
- decluttering
Ect..
The only “ chore” the kids do is called
“Put it back”
I tell them it’s time and they run around the house like a game and put away anything that doesn’t belong.
Toys, shoes, bags, whatever because it’s a shared task it’s over quick!
Food wise we do the same thing everyday
- 1 easy meal the kids will often want to do themselves like cereal, toast, mac and cheese ect.. or I help if they are little.
- 1 meal is a proper home cooked meal by me and I get 1 child to help
- 1 meal is convenient doesn’t mean unhealthy always but something i pick up.
This way I don’t hate cooking as I don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen.
Oh and we all shower or bath twice a day.
I’ve been doing it since babies so they are so used to it now they just do it easy
I hope this helps
Okay I cried with this video with your talk and quote about type b mom. I have been in a funk and feeling so fatigued! But anywho relatable, relatable, relatable! 💯 love you Kim! Thank you for your content!
You are doing your best! Which is perfect! It’s also normal to sometimes be overwhelmed. You just talk about this normal. Thank you! I am not in this season, I do remember it well and miss it so very much. ❤
I love your content, for years, and this may be the most relatable video yet! Thank you for sharing ❤
I love hearing your life-thoughts! Cause I have them too! It's so nice to hear other people think these things! Thanks friend!
Hi Kim, I really needed this video today. I had such a rough day yesterday, and your words today were so relatable. Thank you! God Bless❤
I literally needed to hear this today !
Thank you sooo much !! ❤
I must say every week and everyday of the week you always put a video up! You are just like me as a Mom, I'm always taking care of someone when they're sick or hurting. I am always the person who takes my days and weekends taking care of our house, I'm always doing the dishes sometimes twice a day, laundry, vacuuming mopping, taking care of our animals, making dinner. The teens run off play every evening every weekend,I seem to never see or hear one of them offer or do their chores. I don't talk to anyone,I don't do anything, I'm depressed everyday.i can't say anything to anyone they always have an attitude towards me. But I always watch your videos! I give you a lot of credit girl! Love ya
You do a fantastic job as a wife and mom. I look at your videos and I feel like a mess! You are an inspiration to a lot of us. I want to be on your level ma’am! I think you’re realistic and that’s why we love you. 🤗
Your amazing and your a real mum who does have her life as together as life allows. One day the mess will be gone and us mums will miss it xxx