Homestead Q and A | Answering Your Questions: Canning, Jobs, Advice for Beginners + More!
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- Опубліковано 21 лип 2024
- Lots of chat about our personal lives and homesteading.
00:00 Intro
1:00 How long have you been homesteading?
1:43 If you could only give one piece of advice to a new homesteader, what would it be?
4:02 Was it hard to convince your spouse or family to change their way of life?
5:53 How are the kids liking the homestead life compared to their previous life?
7:40 Do you have jobs other than homesteading?
10:27 Do the children have chores? How do you encourage their involvement?
12:50 Was it a big financial investment to start homesteading?
15:14 How do you work through anxiety and depression to get your homestead goals accomplished?
18:06 What do you guys do as far as clothing and shoes?
19:42 How do you make the things that aren't canned like potatoes, onions, pumpkins, squash, etc. last all year?
22:23 Do you still use stored vegetables if they sprout? Or consume them way before the next season?
22:45 How long does your home canned food last?
24:18 How much a year do you spend at the grocery store?
25:06 What percent of food do you grow yourself?
28:29 Do you have a milk cow?
29:24 Are you LDS (a member of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints)?
30:03 What are some of your favorite homesteading books?
33:03 Final thoughts
VIDEO MENTIONS:
*Vegetables and Varieties for Cold Storage or Root Cellar: www.theseasonalhomestead.com/...
*10 Tips for Storing Vegetables through Winter: www.theseasonalhomestead.com/...
*Learn More About What We Believe: www.churchofjesuschrist.org/c...
*Becky's Artwork: www.beckyporter.com
*Books (affiliate links): Family Friendly Farming- amzn.to/3u56K4N
Happy Pigs Taste Better- amzn.to/3u6thOL
Four Season Farm Gardeners Cookbook- amzn.to/3DFPare
Folks This Ain't Normal- amzn.to/3J9buL0
*Farm Website: www.theseasonalhomesteadfarm.com
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Becky's blog: www.theseasonalhomestead.com
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Mothering, homeschooling, and taking care of a home is most definitely a job. Glad y'all brought that to light. It's so easy to feel like we need to be doing more and we really do SO much. Be proud of your job, it's an accomplishment 👏
Totally agree. The bulk of the homeschooling and home maintenance falls on my wife and it is a full time job!
Running a home? You mean running a giant homestead. Exponentially more work. And not to forget running this YT channel. I don’t know how she has enough hours in the day!
I also think after watching these videos and researching a bit that the fact that he also has a high paying job really helps them homestead at such a high quality of life with the nice appliances and tools etc. So impressed by this family
I thought that was an actual photograph! Amazing talent you have there! Would love to see more of your work 💕 loved this style of video too with you guys sitting down and having a chat with us all
Me too!!
I thought so too!
Your painting of your daughter is so lifelike! I noticed it in the background and assumed it was a photo until you you talked about it. Thanks for sharing your experiences, it's really fun to follow along!
Anyone else just smiling the entire time they're talking? I love this! Thank you guys for taking the time to make this video!
It's the sheer honesty for me, especially with the vulnerability. Amazing video 📹 👏
When our kids were little I tried to always have a list on the fridge of extra jobs and what they paid. The more I disliked the job the more I paid, lol. It was quite successful because when they wanted to buy something they had control. I had a longterm goal of trying to raise them to know they could achieve their own goals and depend on themselves.
Now that was a solid way to raise them!!
I have simple things like wash your plates, clean your room and mow the yard etc he will do, period..
If my son wants cash, then he can do some harder stuff like weeding the beds or moving dirt etc..
I LOVE THE GOOD ATTITUDE THESE KIDS HAVE OVER ALL
I just asked my 7 year old son what a tator tot was. He said it's another name for a toddler. :) I live right outside Chicago. A family can live this life, where you grow and home cook your foods, anywhere! I so appreciate your videos!
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Thank you for discussing your mental health! Sometimes the condition of my garden depends on how active my depression is, and it's kind of a cycle of trying to keep it going when those phases arise. I appreciate the advice to treat it like therapy.
Hey Becky! I would love to see a book video especially on Homesteading and Gardening. 😍
I have watched this video three times. It’s so sweet and heart warming. I’m not sure if anyone else noticed but I am seeing something really moved me that your husband always got his arm in a cuddly position on you. That is just so so sweet and full of love. All the best.
Yes make a video about the books that helped you. There are so many resources, but ones recommended by you would be the best way for someone to start whatever part of homesteading they are interested in. Great job. Always inspired by both of you.
You are both soothing to listen to. Thank you for touching on depression and mental health. It needs to be brought out in the open and talked about. Lovely family, lovely homestead, congratulations and stay your course. Thank you for sharing. 💜
Loved this video thank you for taking the time. Would love a video on books I love catching up on reading in the winter time to get ready for next growing season. Also wanted to say that painting of your beautiful daughter is AMAZING!!
Thank you!
My husband and I met at BYUI as well where I was born and raised. We own a home in Rexburg and are actively searching for a home and land to homestead! Finding it has been much harder than we thought considering the market and world events. We are continually learning so much from your family. Thank you! We are anxious to put our knowledge to good use.
I've been gardening for four years now and I fail at something every year. I agree, experience is the best teacher.😀
You're LDS that's awesome! I went to BYUI that's actually where my interest in homesteading perked up. I came from Portland and Rexburg was a culture shock...but in the best way possible! When you started the video my eyes went to the scriptures in the bookshelf and I was like...I've only seen one religion with scriptures like that 🤪
Haha, yes. We lived in Portland for a little while- Cameron did an internship there. That would definitely be culture shock! We loved picking berries and visiting the beach in Oregon. Outside of the city, it is beautiful!
This Q&A was great and so informative. Would absolutely love to see a book video, it doesn’t even have to be strictly related to homesteading, just recommend books you enjoy 🌿
Oh my Becky what an amazing talent! When zoomed out I thought it was a photograph. You are a jack of all trades lol!
Thank you!
Awesome work. It is rewarding to see another couple working towards a rewarding and fulfilling life. My wife is a “stay at home” wife, and it is most certainly a job. God bless
YES! Do a homesteading book video, please! Love them and would love to know if you recommend any I haven't read/heard of.
Yes! Please do a book video
Loved this! Thank you for taking the time to do this! ❤️
Y’all are great, all the new types of videos you’ve been doing have been wonderful. Including this sit down one :)
Wow! Tremendous amount of work put into this video and description. Thank you for your openness and encouragement! You two are a delight to watch, learn, and grow from as I get started in my small-scale homesteading journey. :)
I feel like every time you talk about yourself I find more and more similarities! Thank you for sharing this. I am currently working full time with two very young boys, and one of the things that helps me if I'm feeling anxious about my garden (as I do not have time to keep it like I'd like to, which creates anxiety about it, and decreases the fulfillment I get from it, and turns into a vicious cycle of avoidance and increasing anxiety) is remind myself something Jessica sowards said, imperfect gardens feed people too. It helps me focus on my goals instead of the weeds that I wish I would have dealt with. Making goals really helps me too!
Absolutely love your guy's channel! We have been working on our 10 acres, homeschool, and are also fans of Joel Salatin! Thank you for the work you both do!
P.S. That painting is beautiful!!
I’m so happy you guys did this video. Thank you so much for answering our questions! ☺️
I’m glad you added your bonus advice of “don’t get too caught up learning before you do it.” That is 100% me! I tend to overdo it. I feel like I’ve been researching so much (since I’m in an apartment with no land) but haven’t started anywhere. I need to start and try with what I can such as canning or gardening.
It does feel great to make a list and check things off that helps me. Sometimes it's the small things that help and it helps a lot for me to see progress or successful completing something.
Y’all are an inspiration and I needed you today!
that is a beautiful painting, reflecting the beautiful home and environment you all created. much love to you all
Thank you for sharing about your anxiety. Was so relatable and helped me. Thank you. God bless ❤️
Thank you for your hard work and teaching us all.
I love your sweet personalities with this video! So kind Cam was pointing out your beautiful artistic talent on the painting, beautifully done!!
I just love these videos, just honest learning and it’s paying off for your family !! Looking forward to your preservation videos
Loved this. You two are so adorable. Looking forward to lots of gardening and canning videos coming up. I'm impressed with your ability to reliably cycle through your home canned goods. I'd love to know more about what you home can and how you use it.
The entire video is definitely worth listening to. Thank you for sharing
For my own depression when I am unable to get outside, I find macrame to be very soothing! It’s almost meditative. I hope this helps you! I really enjoy your videos and it’s always nice to see a fellow Arkansan!
You all are so inspiring.
Luv what you are doing.
Thanks guys! It is so hard to open up like this. God Bless and stay safe.
Thankyou for being open and sharing about your struggles with mental health, it brought me a lot of comfort knowing that you can accomplish such a beautiful garden and life even when having depression and anxiety.
Thanks for sharing and making a difference.
You are an inspiration to me to keep expanding our growing area. I love your videos. Keep it up! We live in Idaho as well. Near Grace.
Wonderful video. It is nice to get some of the back story of how you live rather than just the tasks you perform - although I like seeing all of that too. Thanks for sharing.
Love you, love you, love you! You’re a joy to watch and thank you for letting us in on your journey!!
Thank you so much!!
You're such an inspiration. Thank you so much for another awesome video.
This was a great video! I hope you do another Q&A in the future when you have time!
Thank you 😊 this definitely give me some real insight on my start of homesteading
I think all of this was really valuable information thank you guys for sharing and it was neat to get to know y'all better.
keep posting your meals !!!! Love it !!!
Thank you both so much for sharing your spiritual beliefs. I’m not a member but my husband grew up in the church. There are so many aspects of the teachings regarding healthy and responsible living that resonate with me. I often tell him they may have left but he still ended up with a Mormon wife! ☺️ I just love your sweet family, and so admire your healthy way of living and being good stewards of the earth. God bless you and your family! 💜
Thank you so much for sharing, I love learning from you guys! A book video would be amazing!!
I’d love a book video! Thank you for sharing your wealth in knowledge!
Great video really learned a lot about you guys. Very relatable to our family
I can so relate to you guys. I too did art and commission on the side before homesteading. I don’t bring an income from our homestead, but gardening is definitely my passion now. As well as homeschooling. I still do love art though. ❤️
wow thank you guys for sharing so much!!! i am in awe still that i wasn’t looking at a digital photo behind you this whole time as it was your unbelievable painting. Simply beautiful! Awesome info🙏💙 bless your gorgeous family
Thank you so much!!
Super informative!! ❤️
i like all of your videos bc. they are very intressting and filled with humor and there is nothing wrong when children are involved with chores.
Loved this video! Yay BYUIdaho. I would LOVE a book video for sure. So glad I found your channel. Just bought 2 acres outside of Phoenix and your channel is so inspiring. Thanks for sharing about anxiety/depression too.
Love this so much. Thank you for the tips!
Thank you, this is so helpful and encouraging. We are buying our first homestead soon. And Becky, you are an incredible artist!
Great video! Very thorough without making it hard to follow. Can't wait for the next one!!
Love the books on your top shelve! 😉💕
That happened to me too just when I'm gardening is just the moment when my mind ,soul ,spirit all my body is in one in same place.
Love your advice! I’m so cough up in learning before doing and sometimes it just takes too long! About your painting - it’s beautiful! Very talented! And yes please do a video on books 😊
I love all your recommendations on books, you have never steered me wrong! Please make a book video :)
Wow Becky, you are an INCREDIBLE artist!! Wonderful video, thank you.
Cam, Becky, Thank You Both So Much For Opening Up Your Homestead And Hearts To All Of Us. Beautiful, Absolutely Beautiful. Lord Bless You And Your Family.
I just love you guys! So inspiring❤️ Please do a video showing your fruit trees, what berries you’ve planted and any other fruit. Would love to watch the progress over the years as things grow!
Thank you for letting us get to know you better, your an incredible family when you guys post a video i watch it instead of tv definatly better quality. That painting is amazing, you guys are awesome learning alot from you two
Thank you so much!
You two are so relaxing and fun to watch and I appreciate your honesty. I really enjoy your videos and have shared them with friends. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. May the Lord continue to bless your efforts with a bountiful harvest, health and perseverance to continue to live a life worthy of sharing...all for His glory.
I was watching another video of yours yesterday and i was admiring the beautiful photograph on the wall, but now i realize it is a painting! Wow wow you are so talented and in many more ways than one🤗 thanks for sharing this with us and being so open and honest with us about your lives. It is such an encouragement💜 God bless you both!
Love the video. One of my favorite things about your channel is that you do share the failures and are so realistic in portraying the time it takes to get things done.
Please do make one about books!
Thanks for sharing your story.
That’s a beautiful painting!! You’re very talented. I’d love a book video! I’ve been debating on getting into homesteading and am always up for other resources.
Thank you for the information!
Your painting skills are amazing!! Maybe you could show some more of your paintings?
Just found you all . So excited to go back and watch all your videos. Thanks for sharing your personal life with us all.
Awesome! Thank you!
Yes to the book video!!!!
Book video would be awesome! Great video and great content overall!
I love your videos, it is so nice to follow along your garden and animals. Both of you are so sweet. I loved your cooking video because i can see what you do with your food. This is so inspiring to me, so that i can cook different things with my homegrown things. I wish you the best from Germany.
I am absolutely amazed at what you guys do. During lockdown I started a veggie garden and I bottle as much as I can. Wish I was younger to get more into it. Live to listen to you guys. 🌹🇿🇦🐝
Yes to the homesteading book video!!
Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! I enjoy your channel very much. With regard to winter depression, sitting in front of a solar/sun lamp for a period of time each day, and making sure your vitamin D3 + k2 intake are sufficient are other helpful way to ease that dynamic. Wishing you and your family all the best!
I thank you for your openness and honesty. One thing I do to keep busy in the winter is I either freeze the fruit or steam juice it and make my jellies and jams in the winter when it isn’t as busy but gives me something to do. I also have an outdoor kitchen or summer kitchen. It is covered and we have a 12 foot restaurant stainless steel counter top with a gas stove and a 3 burner propane stove. I can store my pots and canners in the bottom of the counter.
Yes! Videos on books! ❤️
Homeschooling too.
Gardening helps my mental state too. Thanks for sharing, and keep up the good work!
Excellent!! Your art is amazing!❤❤🙏🙏xxoo
Thanks for the Q and A, yes a video on books would be great!
That painting is amazing! So much talent! Two well balance humans right here .beautiful people 🙏🏽
You’re such a talented artist Becky! I too majored in Art and now I express my art in my gardening 😊
Ok that was awesome!! Thank you guys.
Wow Becky that portrait is absolutely gorgeous.
Would LOVE a book video!!! 📚👋💕
So love your honesty and information. You are blessed and being a blessing!!
Thank you so much!
First time on your page. Thanks for taking the time to do this. First time canner -Waiting for my canner so watching all videos to gain perspective - found your page helpful.
This was so helpful and fun to watch! I would love to see more Q&As! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I agree, gardening has brought me closer to God and helps me work through my anxiety. Y’all are so impressive and definitely goals. Homesteading/farming and being self sufficient as much as possible is what my heart longs for. We live on a little over an acre in central Arkansas, small but doable. And we’re making it happen. Thanks for sharing 💚🌱 also! I’m super interested in you sharing more books!
You guys are rockstars! Thanks for this!
This was a fun video to do :) Glad you enjoyed it!!
I feel like I’m listening to Myself when you talk Becky! Our garden has been expanding since the pandemic and has been a source of anxiety relief for me since I was a child. I involve my 3 young boys to help with their focus and sense of responsibility, plus it’s just fun! Now my 4 yr old loves to can tomatoes with me and they all love our homegrown grape popcycles. Glad to find you channel! Be well.❤
I don't know if I mentioned to you that I made my own personal playlist of all of your videos in the order that they were made ❤️ This one is definitely being added! I enjoy all of you so much. You bring me joy and happiness. As you were talking I started wondering if, for Becky, it would be so wonderful to be able to add a greenhouse to the side of the house for her winter gardening. You know, like one of those glass greenhouses. That would help so much with her depression. Becky, I enjoy your blog so much. You two would think I'm nuts on how much time I spend reading about you and your homestead. I follow the blog, UA-cam (obviously) and your IG account 😁 I am very disabled so the comfort of being able to be absorbed into the world of homesteading brings me so much joy. Thank you both so much 🤗
Thanks Joanna! Yes, I would love a greenhouse too I'm sure it would help. Hopefully someday it will happen!
Loved the video! Loved the q and A. I’ve been wondering for awhile about if Cam had a job or just worked on the homestead. Way to live your dreams! I love it. You definitely inspire me to start a garden…. Maybe….
I’m like you I always struggle in winter. Especially working full time. You leave in the dark and get home in the dark. It can become very overwhelming.
I also find that after having a wet winter 🥶 last year and now coming into autumn and it basically being wet the entire time this winter is going to be really hard xx I try to sew and crochet bright things to brighten up the house.
yes a book video would be great!! I love books!!! thank you for your content and taking the time to answer questions!
Hello from Canada!! Thank you so much for this video! Was looking forward on the week end to see your video but this morning was even happier to see you had posted a video this morning! It made my day!!! I love to see your devotion to each other and your family!! When you were in front of library I thought I saw some scriptures ! When you mentioned that you were a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Laterday Saints it just made me feel a little closer to you guys!! Because I also am active member along with my family!!!I love your channel and whatever content you guys bring! It’s really wholesome! I would love to have a book video! It’s always nice to have new books to learn new skills. God bless!!