Gosh Mrs. Volfie, you've got me all choked up. Nothing better than great memories. I'm not sure if you truly realize the impact you have on our lives. We love how warm and welcoming you are. The transparency of your trials and triumphs are indeed a blessing. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your life.
I love you. My Mom passed in 83, my Dad in 94... many Christmases since then. But all my memories start before 83. People wonder where I get my love of Christmas..from my Mom. The year before she passed, I was living about 20 miles from them..poorer than the proverbial church mouse. We had food, but there was no money for extras for baking my holiday stuff. The Monday before Christmas.. it was on?? Thurs maybe..their car pulled in. She was bringing our presents. My son's was all wrapped..mine was in boxes(plural). Baking stuff, with all the stuff for shortbread, molasses for the gingerbread boys/cutouts, and a ham. The other box was "Practical Marie" all the way..dish soap, paper towel, T-paper, Christmas towels, new kitchen towels. ..I was still sitting in the chair sniffing when my son came home from school. Every year, when I get my supplies.. I stand in the baking aisle and get real still... Christmas is ALL about memories, and Jesus, and giving good gifts thru making memories. ((((((((Hugs to you and Poppa))))))))
*sniff# Thank you My sister Woodsy...When Howie and I sobered up..and were finally financially ( somewhat ) stable...We made SURE We donated to local things every year whether it was $15 for the Salvation army...knitted mitts and hats for St Vincents or Donations to snowsuit fundraisers..giving BACK to those who had helped us..was my act of living gratitude! I cannot pass ( an never will) a Salvation army kettle without donating. and sometimes..It is just sharing a box of food with a needy family member...ANYTIME...it is who we are..thank GOD..it is who we are! I love you too honey!
Woodsygirl62 I have to say thank you for your memories too....I love reading all of Bev's friends comments and in regards to she and Howie I am in agreement with every one....
You go Mrs. V. You know the true meaning of Christmas, it's not about the THINGS, it's about the MEMORIES and the PEOPLE. You are an amazingly brave woman to talk about your past issues like that, so much emotion in your voice. Thank you for sharing a little peek into your life like that.
Bev, My mom and dad used to make a large box of homemade goods for the kids that were gone and on there own with families. I remember homemade oven pepperoni, canned pickles, jams, jellies, canned tomatoes, cookies and my favorite, homemade mincemeat filled cookies....Those are the presents I miss and will remember for the rest of my life. God bless to you and your family in this season of the celebration of The Birth of The Savior. (regardless of the actual time it happened)
Family memories are always the best ones, especially for those of us who celebrate Christmas. Growing up my folks never had much, but my brother and I always had plenty of toys, clothes, etc at Christmas. My dad always said you can never ever have too much Christmas. My husband lost his 18 month old daughter right before Christmas a long time ago and he stopped celebrating. He still doesn't truly enjoy the season, but he makes an effort for me. The past couple of years he has come to actually look forward to it and helps me put the tree up. Memories live on Bev, it is the one true legacy we can leave behind us. Enjoy the holiday at your son's. We wish you and yours everything blessing of the season and may this new year be your best ever.
I cried. My last xmas with my son was a heartbreak. He was a big Starwars fan and he got the big spaceship. It never even got taken out of the box. We have not really.done xmas since then. Daughter is married but was never able to have kids so there has been no grandkids to play with. So for us xmas has not been a good time. Just something to bare and get thru. I really enjoyed your video and your sharing. Thank you for that. Love and wishes for a good time had for all. Linda
..Ya know? My grandkids ask me to tell them stories of my childhood and my memories. They can't get enough. I'm told I can tell a story in color. I think I met my match. lol .. I could see you looking down the hall.. walking to your dad as he stood staring at the birds. And I knew immediately that tat on your arm.. was there for that reason. I visualized both of you sharing that moment in time and making a memory. It's not about materialistic things, your right! It's the Love, family, friends and what you choose to do with your time together. Your "stories" made me weep.
I have COMPLETELY enjoyed hearing about your Christmas memories. The warmth of loved ones, Christmas music in the air, and the laughter while baking with my family---just brings a smile and a heart of thankfulness for the many blessings of our great GOD!
I teared up with everyone else. Thank you Bev for sharing your memories with us, a true gift. I can just see you and your dad watching those birds all those years ago, a Christmas gift worth more that any wrapped under the tree. I remember a Christmas with loss (not in compare with yours but loss non the less) our home burned a couple weeks before Christmas when I was 10, presents already bought went up with the rest. The tree I remember the most, is the one we had that year, it was cut from aluminium foil tape to the wall of our apartment with hand made paper ornaments my brother and I made. Christmas is not about what is under the tree, you are SO right! Your story of your house with family working to build it, is how our home was built, my dad a carpenter/masonry, an uncle that was a plummer/electrician, inlaws, brothers, more uncles, friends, helped us build our house. To say our home was built with love is an understatement! (I know just what it's like to live in an unfinished house.lol (We still have things we are completing, hence the attic project right before Christmas.) BTW this cookie recipe is one I've done for years when in need of a quick cookie, but the others tastes the best. (In my opinion.) Love the tip with the tissue paper will do that next year for sure!
I'm sobbing. Tears are flowing down my cheeks. Not with sadness but with happiness. Bev and I have never met but she and Howie are very much a part of my life. I am a full time Carer for my husband, who is disabled and sometimes, it can be a little lonely. Everyday, I tune in to find out what Bev and Howie are up to because they are REAL people. What you see is what you get. We share the highs and the lows and I can identify with them because they are real, down to earth people. Thank you Bev and Howie. I just wanted you to know that you make a REAL difference to my life and thanks to the internet, I have made a cyber friend who means as much to me as if you were sitting at my table sharing a cuppa tea. Gods blessings to you xxx
(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) I am SO glad!!! I have never had such a WONDERFUL connection with so MANY people! Is it any wonder I call you all my RUclips Family! ( drinking my morning cuppa now) Love to you and Yours Sweet Friend!
Bev, I know this was two years ago and you're probably never gonna see this (idk if UTube still updates after a certain point) BUT...Thank you! Thank you for sharing your home, your family, your love and of course recipes. I've never had much. Always worked my butt off to provide for my girls when I was a single momma. I always said if I can't give them "things" I can give them memories! My girls are grown now and have children and husbands of their own but you know what? They're happy and the most important thing to them is their childhood memories! They constantly say they want their kids to have what they had. So they bake with their kids. (Well my youngest hasn't quite got baking down so they come do it with Nannie, ME!) lol They cook, they talk, they play games. Just all the things the girls and I did. I sat here and cried when you told the story of Howie and the kids and the tree cause the first year my husband now and myself and girls spent together he did the same. He helped my then preteen girls put the tree up! It was beautiful. It was a memory I personally will never forget. We felt complete that day. Anyway...sorry to ramble. Just HAD to say THANK YOU! God Bless you and yours as we go into another holiday season and God Bless us ALL!
It's dec 30 2017. Just caught your show. YOU MADE ME CRY. I read once that "memories are the albums to yesterday's treasures. How true that is. Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year. From a Canadian with years of wonderful memories to re-visit.
I wasn't prepared...I admit that. I thought..."3 ingredient peanut butter cookie...probably the same one they taught us when I was selling Tupperware! Yep. Cool. Wait - now she's talking about losing her mom and spending time with her dad on Christmas morning. I can tell she wants to cry. She should just do it. Maybe she needs to. Ah, alcoholics - I grew up in a family full of them. Each parent with 5 siblings. That's a lot of booze and drinking. Oh great! Now she's got ME crying! This is not what I expected from a cookie video!" Bev - we lost my dad 2 years ago and Christmas (although he proclaimed to be a scrooge) wasn't his favorite time of year - Christmas just hasn't been the same. But the one thing we all still have are the memories we made with him and lessons that he taught us. He was the best man I've ever known. If I've accomplished nothing else - I'm proud that you can ask either of my children what their favorite part of Christmas is and they will each tell you that it is that the family is together. I hope you and Howie have a marvelous holiday. God bless you, my dear.
May the Lord bless you during this time. You're so rich in memories and money can't buy that. I'm in tears just thinking about what I want to say. Lol I love this video and all your videos because you make them so personal. It was like I was sitting across the table from you. That's why I come back to your videos. Your heart is so beautiful in many ways and you share that beauty and sincerity with us. Thank you Bev for sharing love and memories. They are beautiful and rich and will never be replaced and no price can be paid for them. From my heart to yours I love you my friend. Be blessed. Hugs :)
(((((((((((HUGS)))))) Thank you Annette..I was not sure whether to share or not..but when I asked on FB..everyone said..that they would rather have the longer video with the memories and a shorter one with just a recipe. So I am glad I did! Love right back to you!
You have just touched so many lives in such a profound and incredible way....There will always be someone new who will be refreshed and renewed in those precious true stories. I have heard some of that before... and.... can't wait to hear it again next year. I love you Bev..... along with many, many others. I like everyone else look for you first each and everyday. You and Howie and your boys are always in my prayers. You make so many others of us want to be better people.....and I thank God for you! Have a wonderful Christmas..
I really loved that story about your husband the christmas after you guys got sober. It really touched my heart. I have gone through a lot of moments like that since my husband got sober almost two years ago. And I look forward to so many more. God Bless you and Howie! And Congrats again on sobriety!
Thank you and God Bless you! My children and I know all about what Christmas can be with an alcoholic husband. You just touched my heart with the pictures and the story of that Christmas tree. Today I have 2 wonderful, thoughtful sons who enjoy Christmas and spending time with their kids. They will visit their dad who resides today in a nursing home (thanks to the effects of many years of drinking), on Christmas Eve. Not a pleasant part of their Christmas but one they do to honor their dad just as the Commandment tells us to do. Have a Merry Christmas!
GIRLFRIEND YOU SURE KNOW HOW TO DRAW A BEAUTIFUL PICTURE IN A PERSONS HEAD.... THE STORY'S YOU JUST TOLD BROUGHT OUT SOME OF THE THINGS THAT MAMA DID FOR US KIDS FOR THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS & EASTER.... MY MAMA IS A VERY HARD PERSON. SHE NEVER LETS ANYONE IN UNLESS IT SUITS HER.. BUT SHE WAS A GOOD MOM NONE THE LESS... WE WERE 6 ROWDY KIDS THAT WAS ALWAYS GIVEIN HER GRIEF AND NEEDIN TO BE CORRECTED BUT WHEN IT COMES TO SPECIAL TIMES MOM COULD MAKE YOUR WHOLE WORLD MELT CAUSE YOU WERE SO DARNED HAPPY... WELL KIDO; I GUESS I BEST STOP FOR NOW AND GO BLOW MY NOSE AND WIPE MY EYES... BLESSINGS & BE HOPE FILLED FRANKI
Thank you Bev ... Thank you though seems so small for what you do..and how much love comes across to all of us from you... I have been struggling this year to get in the Holiday Spirit because we can't afford to go and see any of our daughters, as they all have moved further out from us this past year..I have had a tad bit of an empty nest feeling the last few months, even though our youngest has been out on her own for over 8 years...we have always had at least two of the five close enough that we saw each other at least two or three times a week but, now, we haven't see any of the girls since way back in the spring.... Your sharing of your memories brought tears to my eyes this morning yes, but they also helped bring feelings of past times with the girls forward and that helped a lot... From the bottom of my heart, to You and Yours... Love and Light to you and The Brightest of Holiday Blessings ... Huge Huge Hugs ... Patricia...
(((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))) Merry Christmas Love...hug your husband tight..and celebrate the health and happiness of those WOnderful Kids! Love Light and Laughter to you all!
Al Bev I'm so happy that you shared those memories with us. It was wonderful hearing you speak about your childhood and at the end you're wonderful husband congratulations on your sobriety:) I wish you and your family the merriest Christmas and great prosperity in the new year I look forward to your morning videos thank Bev.
(((((((((HUGS)))))))))) Thanks Linday..there are a couple more..but over the holidays some are going to be re-edited ones..I have not had the time to make a lot of new ones this season! Merry Christmas to you and yours..and nuzzle those ADORABLE puppies from Aunty Bev!
you made me cry right along with you. I remember a Christmas when we had nothing but a bare fake tree in the corner. my mom decided we could make the ornaments. we made snowflake cutouts out of foil and wax paper, and painted designs on plastic lids, and ribbon bows. we didn't have gifts so mom told us to wrap up our favorite toy in the newspaper sales ads flyers and put it under the tree with our own name on it. and choose one toy of ours to give away. It was one of the best Christmases we had. after we opened presents in the morning we went to the veterans hospital to see my dad.
I don't know how I found your channel, but I'm certainly glad I did! I have been following you now for such a short time, but I love you guys! Bev... you are such an awesome and beautiful woman, and I love your husband. You are real, down to earth people and I can't wait to click on your space every day to see what you're up to. I usually just watch without commenting, but today I felt I had to say something. Your memories of your family were truly heartfelt and made me cry and I felt such a connection to you and your story. Congratulations to you both on 17 years of sobriety! That in itself is an awesome accomplishment. Thank you for sharing your life as I feel it's such a gift to me. Today was a very touching video. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Christmas and all the best to you and Howie in 2015! Keep posting, as I will be watching and getting inspiration from you. Safe driving!
Merry Christmas to you and your family.I so enjoyed the memories you shared with us.You've got the Christmas spirit down.It is the m memories that stay with us not the gifts.Thank you for sharing.Hugs Loretta.
I am a new subscriber (in Orlando, FL) but I've been watching your videos for many months. I started with the canning videos and got hooked. I went back to the beginning and have now watched all of your videos. There is something about you and what you do that is very real and relatable. Your voice has been comforting and your information invaluable. I finally decided to subscribe and like this video today in particular because I just spent the last 10 minutes of your video in tears. The memories you share are wonderful and bring back my own great family Christmas memories. The last line you state is "Toys break, gifts wear out but memories last forever." So sweet and so true. Thanks for all you do for the RUclips community. Many continued blessings for you and yours in the New Year. God bless you Mrs. Volfie! Much Love! Michelle
Thank you SO much Michelle! I guess it shows I am no good at acting huh? I spent a lot of years trying to be somebody else..once I realized that I COULD be ME..I never looked back..THAT is what you see! and I am grateful you DO see it! God always has and will continue to bless us...may YOUR holiday season be filled with light, Laughter and love! Merry Chirstmas!
your Christmas story is so beautiful, we lost my mom 2 years ago she was born and raised in Tilbury,Ont, and she told us so many many stories of growing up in the 1930s and 1940s by her mother and many great aunts and great uncles. so many memories. thank you
I love to watch you cook! I love to watch you sew! I love to watch you craft! I love love your homemade gifts! But most of all I love to listen to your stories of your life! THAT's what it's all about! ❤️Merry Christmas to you Bev and to your family! 🎄
If I could reach through my computer, I would give you the biggest Hug Mumma B. The memories you shared with us today touched my heart and were beautiful stories, Thank you so much love you bunches !!! Lori
I am in Arkansas and every year on the first really cold day (21 this year) I have to watch this playlist. And it never fails, I get choked up everytime you tell this story.
Merry Christmas Bev to you and your family, From Me and mine. I feel so blessed to have found your channel and to be able to share your life. One of the first thing I do when I get up in the morning is to get a cup of coffee and sit down at my computer to see what is going on in my RUclips sister's life. You have enriched my life in more ways than you will ever know. I agree people, not toys is what make a Christmas special. God Bless you Bev, and once again. Merry Christmas!!!!!!
AW!! Thank you Honey!!! I look forward to the comments and e-mail every morning too..as soon as Howie has his lunch packed up and is eating his brekky..I bring my cuppa tea and sit and say good morning to my YoutTube family! Merry Christmas my dear!
Mrs. V, a true heart warming congrats on your and Poppa's sobriety! That touched my heart! It gives me hope for my hubby! This month my 74 y/o dad will have a year of sobriety too! Warm hugs to you and Poppa! Smooches, Mrs.v! You are a doll!
Thank you Bev for sharing your memories with all of us. Toys break, clothing wears out, things get lost and out grown. But memories are forever. You touch my heart with your reminiscing.
Such an emotional and heartwarming video. So proud of how far you and papa have come in live. May God bless you and your family throughout this new year!❤
I'm glad I found this video not cos I need to know how to make pb cookies but cos your story says so much about who you are... beautiful story thank you. that was the Christmas before I was born xx
Thank you for sharing your life with us, the ups and the downs. I always feel like you a talking just to me, I conveniently forget that there are usually thousands of others watching, you have a real talent, I hope you are getting as much out of this as we are. Happy Christmas.
Best video ever! Your memories are worth having! What wonderful memories come from bad times turned good are the ones we hold nearest to us! Thank you for sharing....and making me cry! 😭😭 Much love and safe travels for you this Christmas! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Bev I do remember ur memory about the birds being around the feeder but I love that memory that you have shared! I have many fond memories of my past Christmases as well but it's always nice to hear others cuz you don't feel so alone in our way of thinking! I applaud u and Howie for greatest achievements, family, soberity, and the love of life! Very happy I found you guys on here. May all your holidays be filled with love, joy, happiness, and many memories for you to treasure! God Bless and much love
Hi Bev, I've been a subscriber for 7 or 8 months (your dehydrating mushrooms video hooked me!) and usually do not comment. Your Christmas memories were so lovely that I just had to stop and say hi. Have a fantastic Christmas and a very happy new year!!! Say hi to Howie. Best, Steph
Oh Sweetie I loved hearing your Holiday memories.Made me a tad misty.Remembering my Mama and her last holiday with us.It wasn’t the presents but her watching and stearing me in the way to do her famous Coconut Cake.I think of that year & how each memory we made was truely the best and the bittersweet joy we shared with Mama.I treasure her recipe and the gift of a wonderful childhood of the best times we shared,down to kneeling at the bed and saying our prayer before bedtime.Finding your website has truely been a beautiful blessing today all the way to the east coast of the U.S.
Brought a tear to my eye, lost my Mom and Mother in law in the last two years. Looking for inspiration to make holidays special again. You are lovely, thank you. Peace and Love Daniel
I love this video. I teared up when you talked of your family and the memory of your dad and those birds. You are so right...it's not about the things you get. It's about family, friends and good memories. Thanks for opening up and reminding us all what is so important in life, not just at Christmas time. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
The bird scene, that long ago CHRISTmas morning, was God's special CHRISTmas gift to your Dad & you, Bev. The Creator God loves you so much that He gave you a gift the memory of which will always be with you. With tears welling up, I am rejoicing for the little gal you were & the Bev of today. Merry CHRISTmas 2016!
all those wonderful memories are what make us so look forward to the next holiday the next reminder of how those special times made us feel--and i feel so blessed for you to share them with me- and you should be so proud to have overcome all life has shoved at you and still come to this day and look back with such warmth and emotion of times long past ... bless you dear girl for sharing those special times with us- we love you... Merry Christmas
(((((((HUGS)))))))) what most people DON'T know..is that most people who meet while drinking and marry while drinking..when they sober up ( as a couple) ..most marriages don't survive the sobering up process..so when people see the couple who they think are PERFECT for each other...do not realize what a MIRACLE..our marriage REALLY IS! Love you to sis! ((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) Merry Christmas!
Such wonderful stories Bev. It's the simplicity of life that we gain the best memories, family, nature and God. The saddest part is when a person who gave you the best memories, becomes a memory. I love you and Howie and wish you a very Merry Christmas and prosperous, happy New Year. Thanks for the memories!!
may the Lord keep u safe and the time you send with your sons the rest of your family add more memories to your life God bless and keep you MARRY CHRISTMAS TO You and Yours
Mrs V I can't begin to say what a beautiful warm and compassionate lady you are i absolutely love your videos I needed a box of tissues for this one . Memories are treasures that no one can take from you I so love hearing your memories and watching all your videos. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us God bless you and your family. Love you Mrs V.
What beautiful memories! Of course, my stroke stole all my memories. And since my three parents (yes, three: birthmom, adopted mom and dad) have all passed on, I really have zero memories except for the few years I more off than on kept a written journal as a college-aged kid. (If I had known thats all I'd have to remember my life by, I woulda kept a more in-depth record, LOL!) I do have a photo album from Dad's desk, but have not a clue who anybody is in the pictures! So here's a heartfelt bit of advice: Write everything down, or vlog it, or something..cuz it could all be gone in a blink. A blessed Yule to you and yours from this old grizzled bear in the desert. I love you.
((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) Love you to sister bear...I used to journal EVERYTHING..and now I have youtube to keep my memories safe..but I still journal! Thank you Darlin!
Oh my,,,, I could listen to that story over and over again and still be brought to tears! What a wonderful memory,,,, I hope you and your family have another wonderful Christmas this year!
Loved the all the stories, Bev! All the guys to Howie's work are so lucky to get your beautiful, delicious cookies. :) Thank you for another year of great videos and Merry Christmas to you and your family! ((HUGS!))
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS! It is true about memories and as you remember them more through time they become more sweet. I thank you for showing that the hardships of life can be dealt with humor and love. May God continue to bless you and your family. Have a safe and beautiful Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
Hi Bev: You inspired me to try something new. At Easter I used to take the leftover chocolate and melt it then add Rice Krispies, then cut it into bars. Today while at the Bulk Barn I saw white chocolate wafers. I purchased them and some GF Rice Krispies. I melted 2 cups of white chocolate wafers in a double boiler, added 1/4 tsp of peppermint extract and 2 cups of the Rice Krispies. Then I scooped them into an oiled mini muffin tin. Mmmm.
That memory of your first Christmas in Ontario is just so precious. The truth is, that to remember the emotion, the beauty & the peace rather than the gift shows what kind of person we are! That moment, for you alone, not shared with your brothers (although I'm positive you have many memories, happy and sad, with them too) is truly priceless! It's funny, we used to spend weeks waiting for Santa, going through the pages of catalogues and 'wanting' every picture even knowing we couldn't possibly have them, but apart from 1 or 2 big pressies like your first bicycle or record player, what you remember is sitting with your Mum peeling a pile of potatoes watching a musical, or shovelling a path through the snow with your Dad singing at the top of your voices. And that first Christmas? I hope you don't mind me saying that I think your Mother was very much there; it didn't feel right to you or your sister but you said it. you decided to "...carry on Mom's tradition of Christmas baking.." It must have been so hard, for you especially being so young, but she'd already instilled in you the REAL value of the season, and her influence will always be with you.
Thank you Honey..Christmas has always been a time of magic and family..and Although most of the traditions that I held so strictly to from my childhood..have since been made into our OWN traditions..the FEELING is the same!
Yep. And when Briar & Arthur think of BIG days they'll remember Daddy helping with that first tree, ready meals in a bag - just add water, and Pumpkin Pound Cake instead of pie. I bet they never eat a snowball or P.B. cookie but they think of their Mom and the things she did for them.
This video melted my heart tonight. You brought me so many emotions. Love hearing the way you speak of memories that you and your family have shared. Love hearing you and Howies love story. You are one of the only people I watch on youtube and I love learning from you and listening to the way you narrate your life. I would read your story Mrs.V!
You know, you're a really nice Lady! Going thro your Christmas videos, and the reminiscences and just your general chit chat whilst cooking is really heartwarming.
Ahh Bev you are so awesome. The best memories are those that are so simple but with great meaning. We all should cherish each and every moment we have with our families. I try every year to make wonderful memories with my children and my grandchildren. I try and fix each person their favorite dish or dessert and make a point to be festive with them all. To me there is nothing in this world more important than family and friends. You are a special friend to me through your videos and I cherish you. Thank you for another wonderful year of learning & laughs. May God Bless you & your family.. Merry Christmas Bev..
Merry Christmas to you all as well. Thank you for sharing all those memories (I am a complete blubbering mess now) They tree storie really got to me as this is the first year where my kids Dad is really getting into the spirit of things with the them due to pretty much the same thing. :)
Take picture Honey! ((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) This is my lesson from today! Life is NOT a Hallmark card..it is unpredictable, spontaneous and often messy..but by God I would not have made one decision different..or we WOULDN'T be who and where we are today!
Bev I love your heart! Always counting your blessings. I live in USA and we will never meet here on this earth but I'm looking forward to spending time in Heaven with you. God Bless.
And I got so excited about the cookies that I forgot to say...You just made me realize that it isn't the gifts, or things that we remember. I have never really heard it put that way. I have a lot of guilt about raising my little ones as a single mom for nine years.(their dad and I remarried after a nine year "break" LOL.) We didn't have a lot. I was a working mom..but things were hard. My kids know that I worry they didn't have enough..but I always made time for them. Where I went, they went..we did things together each weekend, evenings, and days off. I hope they one day will remember the good things. The things that matter.
bev it Must be a head to sharing with us you and your life with you and your husband tell us about you being a alcoholics.that is very hard thing to admit to us on youtube. I just want to say thank you for all that you have done you have given me strength to get through my life demons that plague me every day.and i wish i could just reach my computer screen and give you a big hug. because i feel that you have been sent to me to help me in my live and i bless you for that . from Michelle and family,merry christmas and a safe and happy new year.
I hope for you success in your struggles, Michelle. Trust God and He will never let you down. He's with you every minute and carries you through each trial. Merry Christmas to you and your family. ooo xxx
Well I just had my annual Christmas Cry. Good memories. I hope I'm someone's good memory, Safe travels to all that are traveling to make your Christmas memories, and Merry Christmas from my home to yours!
Awww.... I teared up as you were sharing your stories! [[[[[[ HUGS!]]]]]] I lost my Dad when I was 14 (I still have my mom who just turned 81) Your cookie platter looks Divine! We haven't even begun our baking (that will be this weekend). And as I've mentioned before - yours is the video I most look forward to when I wake up in the morning! PS... my hubs and I honeymooned in Toronto (many moons ago!) It was the first time I traveled outside of the USA!
Ok Bev. You did it, you made me cry. Love your beautiful memories of all your family. You are such a precious soul. Isn't it funny that with all the bad things going on in the world, we can touch each other's lives thru a video. I still believe that most people are inherently good, no matter what evil there is all around us. Peace and love to you and your family from Alabama. Merry Christmas. 🎄🎁🎅
I’m so hooked on your videos well actually it’s you. I just saw this video but when I first found you I knew there was something special about you and your husband. I couldn’t put my finger on it but now I know what it’s been. Your an open book an honest open book. So many people say they are an open book but not really. You are and I believe that’s why I enjoy your videos so much. Thank you for sharing your life with everyone. Of course I’m learning things from you too but I’m so happy to figure out why I feel such a connection.
Made me cry.. Thank you for you memories. I love you and your family. Wish I could give you a big Christmas hug. God bless you and yours, and Marry Christmas
Thank you for sharing your stories. They were very special. I can't imagine loosing your mother at 9 years old. I lost my mother almost 2 years ago at 39 and it still feels like it just happened. Also love your treat platter. I gotta get in the kitchen and start making snowball cookies today.
I absolutely love this Lady! I just stumbled upon your channel a few weeks ago and can't get enough of your videos. You are are just the neatest person, so real and honest! Just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos! Merry Christmas and best wishes to you and the Mr. Continued blessings to you and yours!
Thank You! You share so much of yourself, thank you. You are a great story teller. One year our famiky of 5 were all really sick at Christmas, and my mother in law was there. She's nothing like Howies mom. I made banana bread and realized as I took it out of the oven., that i had doubled the butter! Lol So I made the dog " get into it" before she saw it, and I tossed into thrash! LoL! My kids still talk about it! God Bless You and Yours and have a Merry Christmas!
I love your Christmas stories they were beautiful. ❤️ I love fall 🤗 Because the holidays are beginning. My favorite is Christmas because that's when all the family get together. I really enjoyed your Christmas stories. God bless 🙏
Lovely memories..thank you so much for sharing.. this is my 1st year without my pop and its so very hard..but I thank god that I had him as long as I did.
Wow! Loved the video. Your hubby reminds me of my big brother we lost years after his return from Vietnam. But Vietnam killed him nevertheless. Merry Christmas. We were poor. I didn't know it until both our parents were long just a memory. You are so right . TFS, from Utah.
I don't know that you wiIi ever read this as this video is so oId BUT, I just Iearned a bunch about you and your husband and am SSSOOOO greatfuI that you shared the inner detaiIs of your famiIy, there are not that many that are this honest and to hear the tears in your voice as you toId the story of your dad, mum and sobriety, make you such a true gem, I commend both you and Howie on the choice of sobriety! God bIess you both which he cIearIy has! I rareIy comment on video's but you touched my heart and I had to speak up! Thank you so much for being an honest, hard working, down to earth famiIy that most of us can reIate to! God BIess!
Oh sweetheart! Thank you so very much my husband and I have been through quite a bit before we met and after but the truth is I wouldn't change a thing all the trials and tribulations happiness and sadness have let us exactly to where we are today and for that I'm extremely grateful
I love your Christmas memories, Bev! And especially the one about Howie! My husband used to not like Christmas either and still leaves the tree and inside to me and the kids, but he likes to decorate the outside. Ever since he came home from the war, he has changed and has become a different person, but I am loving him through it and he has good and bad days. But this is why I do everything I do at Christmas so that my kids can look back and remember good times and have memories to share with their kids. Love you and hope you have the very merriest Christmas ever! Enjoy your time with your son and his girlfriend. My son is leaving next month to join the military, so this year will be a special one for me!
I realize this is about 2 years ago but I am enjoying the stories and the cookie making Thank You for sharing so deeply from your heart and also for sharing you recovery time. I have many different addictions But to me an addiction is an addiction. My friend I live with here are in the N/A group and I think the 1st of November will be their 7 or 8th year in recovery. You rock lady I just love you Have a Blessed Holiday!
Gosh Mrs. Volfie, you've got me all choked up. Nothing better than great memories.
I'm not sure if you truly realize the impact you have on our lives. We love how warm and welcoming you are. The transparency of your trials and triumphs are indeed a blessing. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your life.
I love you. My Mom passed in 83, my Dad in 94... many Christmases since then. But all my memories start before 83. People wonder where I get my love of Christmas..from my Mom. The year before she passed, I was living about 20 miles from them..poorer than the proverbial church mouse. We had food, but there was no money for extras for baking my holiday stuff. The Monday before Christmas.. it was on?? Thurs maybe..their car pulled in. She was bringing our presents. My son's was all wrapped..mine was in boxes(plural). Baking stuff, with all the stuff for shortbread, molasses for the gingerbread boys/cutouts, and a ham. The other box was "Practical Marie" all the way..dish soap, paper towel, T-paper, Christmas towels, new kitchen towels. ..I was still sitting in the chair sniffing when my son came home from school. Every year, when I get my supplies.. I stand in the baking aisle and get real still... Christmas is ALL about memories, and Jesus, and giving good gifts thru making memories. ((((((((Hugs to you and Poppa))))))))
*sniff# Thank you My sister Woodsy...When Howie and I sobered up..and were finally financially ( somewhat ) stable...We made SURE We donated to local things every year whether it was $15 for the Salvation army...knitted mitts and hats for St Vincents or Donations to snowsuit fundraisers..giving BACK to those who had helped us..was my act of living gratitude! I cannot pass ( an never will) a Salvation army kettle without donating. and sometimes..It is just sharing a box of food with a needy family member...ANYTIME...it is who we are..thank GOD..it is who we are! I love you too honey!
Woodsygirl62 I have to say thank you for your memories too....I love reading all of Bev's friends comments and in regards to she and Howie I am in agreement with every one....
Thanks to you Jan and a Merry Christmas to you. The best gifts come with enduring memories, not wrapped in a box..unless its homemade.
You go Mrs. V. You know the true meaning of Christmas, it's not about the THINGS, it's about the MEMORIES and the PEOPLE. You are an amazingly brave woman to talk about your past issues like that, so much emotion in your voice. Thank you for sharing a little peek into your life like that.
Bev, My mom and dad used to make a large box of homemade goods for the kids that were gone and on there own with families. I remember homemade oven pepperoni, canned pickles, jams, jellies, canned tomatoes, cookies and my favorite, homemade mincemeat filled cookies....Those are the presents I miss and will remember for the rest of my life. God bless to you and your family in this season of the celebration of The Birth of The Savior. (regardless of the actual time it happened)
Family memories are always the best ones, especially for those of us who celebrate Christmas. Growing up my folks never had much, but my brother and I always had plenty of toys, clothes, etc at Christmas. My dad always said you can never ever have too much Christmas. My husband lost his 18 month old daughter right before Christmas a long time ago and he stopped celebrating. He still doesn't truly enjoy the season, but he makes an effort for me. The past couple of years he has come to actually look forward to it and helps me put the tree up. Memories live on Bev, it is the one true legacy we can leave behind us. Enjoy the holiday at your son's. We wish you and yours everything blessing of the season and may this new year be your best ever.
I cried. My last xmas with my son was a heartbreak. He was a big Starwars fan and he got the big spaceship. It never even got taken out of the box. We have not really.done xmas since then. Daughter is married but was never able to have kids so there has been no grandkids to play with. So for us xmas has not been a good time. Just something to bare and get thru. I really enjoyed your video and your sharing. Thank you for that. Love and wishes for a good time had for all. Linda
..Ya know? My grandkids ask me to tell them stories of my childhood and my memories. They can't get enough. I'm told I can tell a story in color. I think I met my match. lol .. I could see you looking down the hall.. walking to your dad as he stood staring at the birds. And I knew immediately that tat on your arm.. was there for that reason. I visualized both of you sharing that moment in time and making a memory. It's not about materialistic things, your right! It's the Love, family, friends and what you choose to do with your time together. Your "stories" made me weep.
I have COMPLETELY enjoyed hearing about your Christmas memories. The warmth of loved ones, Christmas music in the air, and the laughter while baking with my family---just brings a smile and a heart of thankfulness for the many blessings of our great GOD!
AMEN! Thank you for your patience with the longer video!
I teared up with everyone else. Thank you Bev for sharing your memories with us, a true gift. I can just see you and your dad watching those birds all those years ago, a Christmas gift worth more that any wrapped under the tree. I remember a Christmas with loss (not in compare with yours but loss non the less) our home burned a couple weeks before Christmas when I was 10, presents already bought went up with the rest. The tree I remember the most, is the one we had that year, it was cut from aluminium foil tape to the wall of our apartment with hand made paper ornaments my brother and I made. Christmas is not about what is under the tree, you are SO right! Your story of your house with family working to build it, is how our home was built, my dad a carpenter/masonry, an uncle that was a plummer/electrician, inlaws, brothers, more uncles, friends, helped us build our house. To say our home was built with love is an understatement! (I know just what it's like to live in an unfinished house.lol (We still have things we are completing, hence the attic project right before Christmas.) BTW this cookie recipe is one I've done for years when in need of a quick cookie, but the others tastes the best. (In my opinion.) Love the tip with the tissue paper will do that next year for sure!
I'm sobbing. Tears are flowing down my cheeks. Not with sadness but with happiness. Bev and I have never met but she and Howie are very much a part of my life. I am a full time Carer for my husband, who is disabled and sometimes, it can be a little lonely. Everyday, I tune in to find out what Bev and Howie are up to because they are REAL people. What you see is what you get. We share the highs and the lows and I can identify with them because they are real, down to earth people. Thank you Bev and Howie. I just wanted you to know that you make a REAL difference to my life and thanks to the internet, I have made a cyber friend who means as much to me as if you were sitting at my table sharing a cuppa tea. Gods blessings to you xxx
(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) I am SO glad!!! I have never had such a WONDERFUL connection with so MANY people! Is it any wonder I call you all my RUclips Family! ( drinking my morning cuppa now) Love to you and Yours Sweet Friend!
Bev, I know this was two years ago and you're probably never gonna see this (idk if UTube still updates after a certain point) BUT...Thank you! Thank you for sharing your home, your family, your love and of course recipes. I've never had much. Always worked my butt off to provide for my girls when I was a single momma. I always said if I can't give them "things" I can give them memories! My girls are grown now and have children and husbands of their own but you know what? They're happy and the most important thing to them is their childhood memories! They constantly say they want their kids to have what they had. So they bake with their kids. (Well my youngest hasn't quite got baking down so they come do it with Nannie, ME!) lol They cook, they talk, they play games. Just all the things the girls and I did. I sat here and cried when you told the story of Howie and the kids and the tree cause the first year my husband now and myself and girls spent together he did the same. He helped my then preteen girls put the tree up! It was beautiful. It was a memory I personally will never forget. We felt complete that day. Anyway...sorry to ramble. Just HAD to say THANK YOU! God Bless you and yours as we go into another holiday season and God Bless us ALL!
It's dec 30 2017. Just caught your show. YOU MADE ME CRY. I read once that "memories are the albums to yesterday's treasures. How true that is. Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year. From a Canadian with years of wonderful memories to re-visit.
I wasn't prepared...I admit that. I thought..."3 ingredient peanut butter cookie...probably the same one they taught us when I was selling Tupperware! Yep. Cool. Wait - now she's talking about losing her mom and spending time with her dad on Christmas morning. I can tell she wants to cry. She should just do it. Maybe she needs to. Ah, alcoholics - I grew up in a family full of them. Each parent with 5 siblings. That's a lot of booze and drinking. Oh great! Now she's got ME crying! This is not what I expected from a cookie video!" Bev - we lost my dad 2 years ago and Christmas (although he proclaimed to be a scrooge) wasn't his favorite time of year - Christmas just hasn't been the same. But the one thing we all still have are the memories we made with him and lessons that he taught us. He was the best man I've ever known. If I've accomplished nothing else - I'm proud that you can ask either of my children what their favorite part of Christmas is and they will each tell you that it is that the family is together. I hope you and Howie have a marvelous holiday. God bless you, my dear.
(((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))))))) Thank you!!! *+gulp*+
May the Lord bless you during this time. You're so rich in memories and money can't buy that. I'm in tears just thinking about what I want to say. Lol I love this video and all your videos because you make them so personal. It was like I was sitting across the table from you. That's why I come back to your videos. Your heart is so beautiful in many ways and you share that beauty and sincerity with us. Thank you Bev for sharing love and memories. They are beautiful and rich and will never be replaced and no price can be paid for them. From my heart to yours I love you my friend. Be blessed. Hugs :)
(((((((((((HUGS)))))) Thank you Annette..I was not sure whether to share or not..but when I asked on FB..everyone said..that they would rather have the longer video with the memories and a shorter one with just a recipe. So I am glad I did! Love right back to you!
Hugs :)
You have just touched so many lives in such a profound and incredible way....There will always be someone new who will be refreshed and renewed in those precious true stories. I have heard some of that before... and.... can't wait to hear it again next year. I love you Bev..... along with many, many others. I like everyone else look for you first each and everyday. You and Howie and your boys are always in my prayers. You make so many others of us want to be better people.....and I thank God for you! Have a wonderful Christmas..
I really loved that story about your husband the christmas after you guys got sober. It really touched my heart. I have gone through a lot of moments like that since my husband got sober almost two years ago. And I look forward to so many more. God Bless you and Howie! And Congrats again on sobriety!
Thank you and God Bless you! My children and I know all about what Christmas can be with an alcoholic husband. You just touched my heart with the pictures and the story of that Christmas tree. Today I have 2 wonderful, thoughtful sons who enjoy Christmas and spending time with their kids. They will visit their dad who resides today in a nursing home (thanks to the effects of many years of drinking), on Christmas Eve. Not a pleasant part of their Christmas but one they do to honor their dad just as the Commandment tells us to do. Have a Merry Christmas!
That bird story seriously choked me up...my goodness. I mean gave me some tears in my eyes and everything. What a dad...what a dad.
I was in tears this whole video. The story of birds just got me. And your sister trying her best to bring Christmas.
GIRLFRIEND YOU SURE KNOW HOW TO DRAW A BEAUTIFUL PICTURE IN A PERSONS HEAD....
THE STORY'S YOU JUST TOLD BROUGHT OUT SOME OF THE THINGS THAT MAMA DID FOR US KIDS FOR THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS & EASTER....
MY MAMA IS A VERY HARD PERSON. SHE NEVER LETS ANYONE IN UNLESS IT SUITS HER.. BUT SHE WAS A GOOD MOM NONE THE LESS...
WE WERE 6 ROWDY KIDS THAT WAS ALWAYS GIVEIN HER GRIEF AND NEEDIN TO BE CORRECTED BUT WHEN IT COMES TO SPECIAL TIMES MOM COULD MAKE YOUR WHOLE WORLD MELT CAUSE YOU WERE SO DARNED HAPPY...
WELL KIDO; I GUESS I BEST STOP FOR NOW AND GO BLOW MY NOSE AND WIPE MY EYES...
BLESSINGS & BE HOPE FILLED
FRANKI
Thank you Bev ... Thank you though seems so small for what you do..and how much love comes across to all of us from you... I have been struggling this year to get in the Holiday Spirit because we can't afford to go and see any of our daughters, as they all have moved further out from us this past year..I have had a tad bit of an empty nest feeling the last few months, even though our youngest has been out on her own for over 8 years...we have always had at least two of the five close enough that we saw each other at least two or three times a week but, now, we haven't see any of the girls since way back in the spring.... Your sharing of your memories brought tears to my eyes this morning yes, but they also helped bring feelings of past times with the girls forward and that helped a lot... From the bottom of my heart, to You and Yours... Love and Light to you and The Brightest of Holiday Blessings ... Huge Huge Hugs ... Patricia...
(((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))) Merry Christmas Love...hug your husband tight..and celebrate the health and happiness of those WOnderful Kids! Love Light and Laughter to you all!
Al Bev I'm so happy that you shared those memories with us. It was wonderful hearing you speak about your childhood and at the end you're wonderful husband congratulations on your sobriety:) I wish you and your family the merriest Christmas and great prosperity in the new year I look forward to your morning videos thank Bev.
(((((((((HUGS)))))))))) Thanks Linday..there are a couple more..but over the holidays some are going to be re-edited ones..I have not had the time to make a lot of new ones this season! Merry Christmas to you and yours..and nuzzle those ADORABLE puppies from Aunty Bev!
you made me cry right along with you. I remember a Christmas when we had nothing but a bare fake tree in the corner. my mom decided we could make the ornaments. we made snowflake cutouts out of foil and wax paper, and painted designs on plastic lids, and ribbon bows. we didn't have gifts so mom told us to wrap up our favorite toy in the newspaper sales ads flyers and put it under the tree with our own name on it. and choose one toy of ours to give away. It was one of the best Christmases we had. after we opened presents in the morning we went to the veterans hospital to see my dad.
I don't know how I found your channel, but I'm certainly glad I did! I have been following you now for such a short time, but I love you guys! Bev... you are such an awesome and beautiful woman, and I love your husband. You are real, down to earth people and I can't wait to click on your space every day to see what you're up to. I usually just watch without commenting, but today I felt I had to say something. Your memories of your family were truly heartfelt and made me cry and I felt such a connection to you and your story. Congratulations to you both on 17 years of sobriety! That in itself is an awesome accomplishment. Thank you for sharing your life as I feel it's such a gift to me. Today was a very touching video. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Christmas and all the best to you and Howie in 2015! Keep posting, as I will be watching and getting inspiration from you. Safe driving!
Merry Christmas to you and your family.I so enjoyed the memories you shared with us.You've got the Christmas spirit down.It is the m memories that stay with us not the gifts.Thank you for sharing.Hugs Loretta.
Bless you both! Great memories. My boyfriend is 5 yrs sober. I just lost my 29 yr old daughter 10 days ago. Going to be a tough Christmas for me.
I am a new subscriber (in Orlando, FL) but I've been watching your videos for many months. I started with the canning videos and got hooked. I went back to the beginning and have now watched all of your videos. There is something about you and what you do that is very real and relatable. Your voice has been comforting and your information invaluable. I finally decided to subscribe and like this video today in particular because I just spent the last 10 minutes of your video in tears. The memories you share are wonderful and bring back my own great family Christmas memories. The last line you state is "Toys break, gifts wear out but memories last forever." So sweet and so true. Thanks for all you do for the RUclips community. Many continued blessings for you and yours in the New Year. God bless you Mrs. Volfie! Much Love! Michelle
Thank you SO much Michelle! I guess it shows I am no good at acting huh? I spent a lot of years trying to be somebody else..once I realized that I COULD be ME..I never looked back..THAT is what you see! and I am grateful you DO see it!
God always has and will continue to bless us...may YOUR holiday season be filled with light, Laughter and love! Merry Chirstmas!
your Christmas story is so beautiful, we lost my mom 2 years ago she was born and raised in Tilbury,Ont, and she told us so many many stories of growing up in the 1930s and 1940s by her mother and many great aunts and great uncles. so many memories. thank you
I love to watch you cook! I love to watch you sew! I love to watch you craft! I love love your homemade gifts! But most of all I love to listen to your stories of your life! THAT's what it's all about! ❤️Merry Christmas to you Bev and to your family! 🎄
If I could reach through my computer, I would give you the biggest Hug Mumma B. The memories you shared with us today touched my heart and were beautiful stories, Thank you so much love you bunches !!! Lori
😘😘 !!!
Bev, you always have the best stories.
I am in Arkansas and every year on the first really cold day (21 this year) I have to watch this playlist. And it never fails, I get choked up everytime you tell this story.
Merry Christmas Bev to you and your family, From Me and mine. I feel so blessed to have found your channel and to be able to share your life. One of the first thing I do when I get up in the morning is to get a cup of coffee and sit down at my computer to see what is going on in my RUclips sister's life. You have enriched my life in more ways than you will ever know. I agree people, not toys is what make a Christmas special. God Bless you Bev, and once again. Merry Christmas!!!!!!
AW!! Thank you Honey!!! I look forward to the comments and e-mail every morning too..as soon as Howie has his lunch packed up and is eating his brekky..I bring my cuppa tea and sit and say good morning to my YoutTube family!
Merry Christmas my dear!
Merry Christmas to the Volfies! Prayers & blessings for you & your family, be safe while traveling! Love your videos!
"Some people, no matter how old they get, never lose their beauty - they merely move it from their faces into their hearts" - Martin Buxbaum
Mrs. V, a true heart warming congrats on your and Poppa's sobriety! That touched my heart! It gives me hope for my hubby! This month my 74 y/o dad will have a year of sobriety too! Warm hugs to you and Poppa! Smooches, Mrs.v! You are a doll!
i got kinda teary eyed thank you for such a wonderful video merry christmas to you and your family
Thank you Bev for sharing your memories with all of us. Toys break, clothing wears out, things get lost and out grown. But memories are forever. You touch my heart with your reminiscing.
Such an emotional and heartwarming video. So proud of how far you and papa have come in live. May God bless you and your family throughout this new year!❤
I'm glad I found this video not cos I need to know how to make pb cookies but cos your story says so much about who you are... beautiful story thank you. that was the Christmas before I was born xx
Thank you for sharing your life with us, the ups and the downs. I always feel like you a talking just to me, I conveniently forget that there are usually thousands of others watching, you have a real talent, I hope you are getting as much out of this as we are.
Happy Christmas.
I look forward to the comments and e-mails every morning!
Best video ever! Your memories are worth having! What wonderful memories come from bad times turned good are the ones we hold nearest to us! Thank you for sharing....and making me cry! 😭😭 Much love and safe travels for you this Christmas! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Bev I do remember ur memory about the birds being around the feeder but I love that memory that you have shared! I have many fond memories of my past Christmases as well but it's always nice to hear others cuz you don't feel so alone in our way of thinking! I applaud u and Howie for greatest achievements, family, soberity, and the love of life! Very happy I found you guys on here. May all your holidays be filled with love, joy, happiness, and many memories for you to treasure! God Bless and much love
(((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) Thank you Honey! Merry Christmas to you and yours Also!
Hi Bev, I've been a subscriber for 7 or 8 months (your dehydrating mushrooms video hooked me!) and usually do not comment. Your Christmas memories were so lovely that I just had to stop and say hi. Have a fantastic Christmas and a very happy new year!!! Say hi to Howie. Best, Steph
Thank you Honey!!! ((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))) to you and yours also! ( and thanks for peeking out of your shell)
Man what a story. Kids these days don’t value that. Amazing a beautiful. You and your family are so beautiful. Bless ❤️❤️
Oh Sweetie I loved hearing your Holiday memories.Made me a tad misty.Remembering my Mama and her last holiday with us.It wasn’t the presents but her watching and stearing me in the way to do her famous Coconut Cake.I think of that year & how each memory we made was truely the best and the bittersweet joy we shared with Mama.I treasure her recipe and the gift of a wonderful childhood of the best times we shared,down to kneeling at the bed and saying our prayer before bedtime.Finding your website has truely been a beautiful blessing today all the way to the east coast of the U.S.
So inspirational! Memories are the best gift we'll ever have. Hopefully one day we'll rejoice with all our departed loved ones. God bless!
AMEN!
Brought a tear to my eye, lost my Mom and Mother in law in the last two years. Looking for inspiration to make holidays special again. You are lovely, thank you. Peace and Love Daniel
That story made be get all choked up. It was wonderful. Congratulations on your sobriety. My husband is 2 months sober.
I love this video. I teared up when you talked of your family and the memory of your dad and those birds. You are so right...it's not about the things you get. It's about family, friends and good memories. Thanks for opening up and reminding us all what is so important in life, not just at Christmas time. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
The bird scene, that long ago CHRISTmas morning, was God's special CHRISTmas gift to your Dad & you, Bev. The Creator God loves you so much that He gave you a gift the memory of which will always be with you. With tears welling up, I am rejoicing for the little gal you were & the Bev of today. Merry CHRISTmas 2016!
Beautiful memories of Christmas. We've gotten away from the most important thing about life. The small things
all those wonderful memories are what make us so look forward to the next holiday the next reminder of how those special times made us feel--and i feel so blessed for you to share them with me- and you should be so proud to have overcome all life has shoved at you and still come to this day and look back with such warmth and emotion of times long past ... bless you dear girl for sharing those special times with us- we love you... Merry Christmas
(((((((HUGS)))))))) what most people DON'T know..is that most people who meet while drinking and marry while drinking..when they sober up ( as a couple) ..most marriages don't survive the sobering up process..so when people see the couple who they think are PERFECT for each other...do not realize what a MIRACLE..our marriage REALLY IS!
Love you to sis! ((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) Merry Christmas!
This video is a beautiful sentiment for Christmas!
Such wonderful stories Bev. It's the simplicity of life that we gain the best memories, family, nature and God. The saddest part is when a person who gave you the best memories, becomes a memory. I love you and Howie and wish you a very Merry Christmas and prosperous, happy New Year. Thanks for the memories!!
Thank you Honey! and It is always a pleasure to share!
may the Lord keep u safe and the time you send with your sons the rest of your family add more memories to your life God bless and keep you MARRY CHRISTMAS TO You and Yours
Mrs V I can't begin to say what a beautiful warm and compassionate lady you are i absolutely love your videos I needed a box of tissues for this one . Memories are treasures that no one can take from you I so love hearing your memories and watching all your videos. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us God bless you and your family. Love you Mrs V.
God bless you!!! You made me cry for 20 minutes, but I'll remember your stories forever.
Connie
You had me crying with the story of your hubby decorating the tree...you are such a lucky couple to have each other! :)
What beautiful memories! Of course, my stroke stole all my memories. And since my three parents (yes, three: birthmom, adopted mom and dad) have all passed on, I really have zero memories except for the few years I more off than on kept a written journal as a college-aged kid. (If I had known thats all I'd have to remember my life by, I woulda kept a more in-depth record, LOL!) I do have a photo album from Dad's desk, but have not a clue who anybody is in the pictures! So here's a heartfelt bit of advice: Write everything down, or vlog it, or something..cuz it could all be gone in a blink. A blessed Yule to you and yours from this old grizzled bear in the desert. I love you.
((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) Love you to sister bear...I used to journal EVERYTHING..and now I have youtube to keep my memories safe..but I still journal! Thank you Darlin!
Oh my,,,, I could listen to that story over and over again and still be brought to tears! What a wonderful memory,,,, I hope you and your family have another wonderful Christmas this year!
Loved the all the stories, Bev! All the guys to Howie's work are so lucky to get your beautiful, delicious cookies. :) Thank you for another year of great videos and Merry Christmas to you and your family! ((HUGS!))
The trays of cookies are absolutely beautiful. I used to do that to a long time ago. You have such a generous heart.
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS! It is true about memories and as you remember them more through time they become more sweet. I thank you for showing that the hardships of life can be dealt with humor and love. May God continue to bless you and your family. Have a safe and beautiful Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
Love your Christmas morning story. I wish everyone could have such a wonderful memory.
Hi Bev: You inspired me to try something new. At Easter I used to take the leftover chocolate and melt it then add Rice Krispies, then cut it into bars. Today while at the Bulk Barn I saw white chocolate wafers. I purchased them and some GF Rice Krispies. I melted 2 cups of white chocolate wafers in a double boiler, added 1/4 tsp of peppermint extract and 2 cups of the Rice Krispies. Then I scooped them into an oiled mini muffin tin. Mmmm.
it made me tear up 17 yrs congrats and when you said how old you was you where 10 yrs old when I was born
That memory of your first Christmas in Ontario is just so precious. The truth is, that to remember the emotion, the beauty & the peace rather than the gift shows what kind of person we are! That moment, for you alone, not shared with your brothers (although I'm positive you have many memories, happy and sad, with them too) is truly priceless! It's funny, we used to spend weeks waiting for Santa, going through the pages of catalogues and 'wanting' every picture even knowing we couldn't possibly have them, but apart from 1 or 2 big pressies like your first bicycle or record player, what you remember is sitting with your Mum peeling a pile of potatoes watching a musical, or shovelling a path through the snow with your Dad singing at the top of your voices. And that first Christmas? I hope you don't mind me saying that I think your Mother was very much there; it didn't feel right to you or your sister but you said it. you decided to "...carry on Mom's tradition of Christmas baking.." It must have been so hard, for you especially being so young, but she'd already instilled in you the REAL value of the season, and her influence will always be with you.
Thank you Honey..Christmas has always been a time of magic and family..and Although most of the traditions that I held so strictly to from my childhood..have since been made into our OWN traditions..the FEELING is the same!
Yep. And when Briar & Arthur think of BIG days they'll remember Daddy helping with that first tree, ready meals in a bag - just add water, and Pumpkin Pound Cake instead of pie. I bet they never eat a snowball or P.B. cookie but they think of their Mom and the things she did for them.
This video melted my heart tonight. You brought me so many emotions. Love hearing the way you speak of memories that you and your family have shared. Love hearing you and Howies love story. You are one of the only people I watch on youtube and I love learning from you and listening to the way you narrate your life. I would read your story Mrs.V!
I wish I could hug you! You are so right about what really counts. Have a Blessed Christmas with your family and friends.
You know, you're a really nice Lady! Going thro your Christmas videos, and the reminiscences and just your general chit chat whilst cooking is really heartwarming.
Love this one is my all time favorite.4-13-1990
Ahh Bev you are so awesome. The best memories are those that are so simple but with great meaning. We all should cherish each and every moment we have with our families. I try every year to make wonderful memories with my children and my grandchildren. I try and fix each person their favorite dish or dessert and make a point to be festive with them all. To me there is nothing in this world more important than family and friends. You are a special friend to me through your videos and I cherish you. Thank you for another wonderful year of learning & laughs. May God Bless you & your family.. Merry Christmas Bev..
Merry Christmas to you all as well. Thank you for sharing all those memories (I am a complete blubbering mess now) They tree storie really got to me as this is the first year where my kids Dad is really getting into the spirit of things with the them due to pretty much the same thing. :)
Take picture Honey! ((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) This is my lesson from today!
Life is NOT a Hallmark card..it is unpredictable, spontaneous and often messy..but by God I would not have made one decision different..or we WOULDN'T be who and where we are today!
Bev I love your heart! Always counting your blessings. I live in USA and we will never meet here on this earth but I'm looking forward to spending time in Heaven with you. God Bless.
And I got so excited about the cookies that I forgot to say...You just made me realize that it isn't the gifts, or things that we remember. I have never really heard it put that way. I have a lot of guilt about raising my little ones as a single mom for nine years.(their dad and I remarried after a nine year "break" LOL.) We didn't have a lot. I was a working mom..but things were hard. My kids know that I worry they didn't have enough..but I always made time for them. Where I went, they went..we did things together each weekend, evenings, and days off. I hope they one day will remember the good things. The things that matter.
bev it Must be a head to sharing with us you and your life with you and your husband tell us about you being a alcoholics.that is very hard thing to admit to us on youtube. I just want to say thank you for all that you have done you have given me strength to get through my life demons that plague me every day.and i wish i could just reach my computer screen and give you a big hug. because i feel that you have been sent to me to help me in my live and i bless you for that . from Michelle and family,merry christmas and a safe and happy new year.
I hope for you success in your struggles, Michelle. Trust God and He will never let you down. He's with you every minute and carries you through each trial. Merry Christmas to you and your family. ooo xxx
Oh Bev. That made me cry. Thank you for sharing. You are so right about the memories. God bless you and Howie.
Omgeeee I am bawling like a baby . I love yall and this channel so very much . Thank you for taking us down memory lane .
I liked your cookie recipe but I LOVED your Christmas memories. Very touching.
Well I just had my annual Christmas Cry. Good memories. I hope I'm someone's good memory, Safe travels to all that are traveling to make your Christmas memories, and Merry Christmas from my home to yours!
Oh man, Mama V.... I am just crying joyful tears for your memories... Thank you so much for sharing. Bless y'all and Merry Christmas!
Awww.... I teared up as you were sharing your stories! [[[[[[ HUGS!]]]]]] I lost my Dad when I was 14 (I still have my mom who just turned 81)
Your cookie platter looks Divine! We haven't even begun our baking (that will be this weekend). And as I've mentioned before - yours is the video I most look forward to when I wake up in the morning!
PS... my hubs and I honeymooned in Toronto (many moons ago!) It was the first time I traveled outside of the USA!
I still can get around downtown toronto with out much trouble..it's ingrained in my brain!
Ok Bev. You did it, you made me cry. Love your beautiful memories of all your family. You are such a precious soul. Isn't it funny that with all the bad things going on in the world, we can touch each other's lives thru a video. I still believe that most people are inherently good, no matter what evil there is all around us. Peace and love to you and your family from Alabama. Merry Christmas. 🎄🎁🎅
I’m so hooked on your videos well actually it’s you. I just saw this video but when I first found you I knew there was something special about you and your husband. I couldn’t put my finger on it but now I know what it’s been. Your an open book an honest open book. So many people say they are an open book but not really. You are and I believe that’s why I enjoy your videos so much.
Thank you for sharing your life with everyone. Of course I’m learning things from you too but I’m so happy to figure out why I feel such a connection.
Made me cry.. Thank you for you memories. I love you and your family. Wish I could give you a big Christmas hug. God bless you and yours, and Marry Christmas
Thank you for sharing your stories. They were very special. I can't imagine loosing your mother at 9 years old. I lost my mother almost 2 years ago at 39 and it still feels like it just happened. Also love your treat platter. I gotta get in the kitchen and start making snowball cookies today.
I have to make a pumpkin spice roll for Briar today and shortbread for Arthur! I better get on it!
Thank you for sharing such beautiful and personal memories. They were beautiful.
I absolutely love this Lady! I just stumbled upon your channel a few weeks ago and can't get enough of your videos. You are are just the neatest person, so real and honest! Just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos! Merry Christmas and best wishes to you and the Mr. Continued blessings to you and yours!
Thank you Honey! to you and yours also!
Thank You! You share so much of yourself, thank you. You are a great story teller. One year our famiky of 5 were all really sick at Christmas, and my mother in law was there. She's nothing like Howies mom. I made banana bread and realized as I took it out of the oven., that i had doubled the butter! Lol So I made the dog " get into it" before she saw it, and I tossed into thrash! LoL! My kids still talk about it! God Bless You and Yours and have a Merry Christmas!
Beautiful Bev! You are a wonderful story teller. I could listen to you for hours.
Merry Christmas to you Mrs. Volfie! Your stories chocked me up & brought back memories of my own. Thank you, gonna make some of these PB cookies.
Merry Christmas, Mrs. Volfie. Wishing you and your family Love and Happiness
I love your Christmas stories they were beautiful. ❤️ I love fall 🤗 Because the holidays are beginning. My favorite is Christmas because that's when all the family get together.
I really enjoyed your Christmas stories.
God bless 🙏
Wow. You can do the best story telling. Thank you. God bless you. Hugs from Texas.
Lovely memories..thank you so much for sharing.. this is my 1st year without my pop and its so very hard..but I thank god that I had him as long as I did.
Wow! Loved the video. Your hubby reminds me of my big brother we lost years after his return from Vietnam. But Vietnam killed him nevertheless. Merry Christmas. We were poor. I didn't know it until both our parents were long just a memory. You are so right . TFS, from Utah.
I don't know that you wiIi ever read this as this video is so oId BUT, I just Iearned a bunch about you and your husband and am SSSOOOO greatfuI that you shared the inner detaiIs of your famiIy, there are not that many that are this honest and to hear the tears in your voice as you toId the story of your dad, mum and sobriety, make you such a true gem, I commend both you and Howie on the choice of sobriety! God bIess you both which he cIearIy has! I rareIy comment on video's but you touched my heart and I had to speak up! Thank you so much for being an honest, hard working, down to earth famiIy that most of us can reIate to! God BIess!
Oh sweetheart! Thank you so very much my husband and I have been through quite a bit before we met and after but the truth is I wouldn't change a thing all the trials and tribulations happiness and sadness have let us exactly to where we are today and for that I'm extremely grateful
I love your Christmas memories, Bev! And especially the one about Howie! My husband used to not like Christmas either and still leaves the tree and inside to me and the kids, but he likes to decorate the outside. Ever since he came home from the war, he has changed and has become a different person, but I am loving him through it and he has good and bad days. But this is why I do everything I do at Christmas so that my kids can look back and remember good times and have memories to share with their kids. Love you and hope you have the very merriest Christmas ever! Enjoy your time with your son and his girlfriend. My son is leaving next month to join the military, so this year will be a special one for me!
How wonderful!! ((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) Merry Christmas!
I realize this is about 2 years ago but I am enjoying the stories and the cookie making Thank You for sharing so deeply from your heart and also for sharing you recovery time. I have many different addictions But to me an addiction is an addiction. My friend I live with here are in the N/A group and I think the 1st of November will be their 7 or 8th year in recovery. You rock lady I just love you Have a Blessed Holiday!