I am a 70 year old nurse who still works a 48 hour week who loves your zest and love of life. Really enjoy your family dynamic. My parents were farmers so I learned to garden, cook and can. Keep it up. I am a behavior health nurse, coping skills like imagining a calm scene, for me it is a meadow filled with flowers trees,a stream with a gentle breeze blowing. I too, deal with anxiety. Keep loving and livin'
Hi Brooke! I'm Marlana, SAHM/homeschool mama to 3 little boys. My oldest (5yo), loves to watch your videos with me and recreate the things that Kylen "faints" over. He loves watching Kylen do the taste test. It has encouraged my son to try new things, which is amazing because he can be really picky. I enjoy watching all of your videos. They are truly an inspiration and pick me up when I'm down. Your channel makes me laugh and I just love hearing your accent! I feel like I've known you forever, lol! I hope to meet you and your family one day. To Dusty, thank you for your service. My husband is a Marine and we are so very thankful to those who have served. My boys and I also enjoy your channel. Y'all are such a ray of sunshine and a joy to watch. Keep being you! Hold your head up Brooke, you're doing great! Don't let the trolls ruin your day. Much Love, Marlana
Watching this video made me cry a few times. I lost my sister (who was my best friend) 7 years ago from cancer. I was with her when she was diagnosed, took her to all of her treatments, and was there when she took her last breath. My husband is the only one to get me thru that. I lost my husband September of 2022. I love watching you guys because you remind me of us. I love you both. God bless you and your family.
Brooke, you are such an inspiration for a 54 year old woman. My life has gotten into a mess, due to a car wreck. I groping for a new way. Thank you so much. I’m not doing that great on my bills and groceries but I’m NOT giving up😂. Thank, Girl. You’re awesome!
Hello beautiful people, Love y'all 's videos For you all like potato salad, pasta salads or macaroni salads? May God continue to bless y'all!!!!❤️💕♥️👍😀👍
People will be kind; people will be unkind. Those who are not kind just need to hurt someone else to make themself feel better. In actuality they don't feel better. You have to just 'let it go' and ignore them. They cannot hurt your feelings if you don't allow them to. You got this girl!! Love your videos.
Theresa love I know what you are going through 💕! I also am going through chemo and Brooke just makes my day!! Brooke I just wanted to tell you that you are a God send! Sometimes after treatment I get very sick and down and my hubby tries to make it better but I have to lay down and I turn your UA-cam channel on. Your my port in my storm!! Even if I've seen them all I replay them because you bring a smile to my face and allow my body to just chill. The food you make really helps my budget because I only receive a small portion of my pay being on short term disability and helps with the stress of money. Forget the mean people, they don't hold a candle to you, YOU ARE AMAZING!!! LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!!! THANK YOU FOR JUST BEING YOU 💜
Dusty is your very own weighted blanket for your anxiety. Honestly, your videos are relaxing and they are enlightening and i have binge watched all of them multiple times. You are doing good for people!
One I can’t explain how you have helped me stop panicking about food insecurities. You brought me back to my roots and now my family is starting to get on board with the changes in our menus as well. Two your family truly gives me the warm fuzzies. I absolutely adore the way you and Dusty love each other and the boys. It reminds me that there’s more to love than giving monetary gifts.
I have just recently found your channel, and I thoroughly enjoy watching you and your family. I am sorry there are mean people, but one of the things I try to never forget is that we, as human beings, tend to dwell on the one negative in our day instead of the 99 positives. In my older years (I'm almost 73), I diligently try to forget the negative and dwell on the positive. Just look at your beautiful family and your loving husband! That's the "bestest" positive ever.
First of all, we love you. All of yall. Please don't let others make you rethink what you're doing. This is what you were meant to do. Also, as far as the gardening videos... you could record you reading the phone book and I'd watch it. 🤷♀️🤣❤️
Please dont EVER STOP doing these videos PLEASE!!!! You have done so much for me in the past week that I have found your family!! Love you, and you make me enjoy cooking. Because of you I dont feel overwhelmed to grocery shop or cook!! God put a hedge of protection and comfort around her, and Dusty, and their boys!!!! ❤
I'm a psychiatric nurse and it fills my heart to hear you say there's no reason why you should not get medical help therapy or medication also you can buy weighted blankets which help with anxiety and panic attacks
Sorry Brooke but I adore your family! So wholesome and loving and informative! Not everyone is as lucky as you are to know how to cook! I grew up in the care system so was never all in the kitchen! So I am learning how to cook properly with you - devastated that I am in the uk and every time you mention sausage gravy and biscuits my mind blows! Please make this dish from scratch and show us in the UK how it’s done x
That would be awesome, Liser. I believe biscuits are made with ingredients readily available in the UK, and there are even some short cuts I think you guys can make in the UK as well, like 7-Up (any lemon-lime soda) biscuits, or Greek yogurt biscuits. So try a couple recipes based on the ingredients you may have available to you, and that you feel comfortable with. I'd be so excited for you to try it and share your results. I love all things UK but have never done a proper "British tea" and will be doing one this Saturday, May 6th with a friend. I've been debating about making scones, but think I may just cheat a little and buy them at a specialty shop. Hope you make the biscuits and gravy, and hope you enjoy them.
You are ABSOLUTELY doing what you are supposed to be doing! You bring such joy to my life when I see every video you bless us with! Much love and happiness to your family from ours!
I so enjoy your videos! Please don’t ever question if you should be doing them! I love seeing you all interact and living in a world that can be so unkind, you all bring rays of sunshine on very dreary days!
I know people can give Dusty grief but I guarantee that if it came to it, he would be the 1st in line to help a friend or neighbor. We were definitely not a rich family by no means but the lessons of love outweigh the few things we couldn't afford. If it ain't broke dont fix it
❤ it’s been a while since you did this video but I just came across it. 😁 You said in your video that your family was awkward , you’re not that…. Ya’ll are unique ❗️ I love your videos. Much Love,Light and Peace to all of your family and to all who read these words.🪽☮️❤️🌈🌈🌈🌈
We love you Brooke! Most of us are excited everyday that we get a notification from your or Dusty's channel. There will always be haters...doesn't matter who you are or what you do. Ignore them. It seems hard to find nice, normal families anymore. You all make me smile and give me hope!! Be blessed and know that you are a blessing!! 💞💞
I agree, better living through chemical intervention! I take antidepressants as well as other medications and they have helped me tremendously. There ain’t no shame in that game for sure! Thanks for your time and sharing you time and family with us! We really love you.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with panic attacks. More people need to be open minded about mental health. You are so kind and have an amazing family. Love you all and all you do!
Do NOT listen to the negativity. You are a special woman created by God and you are your own unique individual. I'm a single mom and I struggle financially. I LOVE AND APPRECIATE your videos so much and I write down notes and recipes from your videos to help me. Y'all are great people. Also, I understand not handling criticism well. I'm the same way. It makes me so sad when I'm normally a chipper person. Also, I take anxiety meds too!!! Made such a difference in my life! Love you and your channel so much!!! Thank you for all that you do and share. This mama appreciates you!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
Brooke, I love you and your family and all you do for us and bring us!! Don't stop doing or being you!! Im a four-time cancer survivor but im disabled and handicapped. Your videos help me to be able to still plan n make my meals. I'm on a very special diet bc of all the cancer surgeries but I have to modify recipes in order to eat. Re single folks, I love to freeze sandwich bags of either turkey, chicken or roast beef and the appropriate gravy. Then I seal the small bags into a large bag. These give me a good hot meal anytime i eant one by adding my carbs and fruit, veg. I make up several different recipes, portion into baggies, then freeze one of each recipe into a vacuum sealed bags. Its like being in a diner!! ❤❤❤
OMG…….. Girl….. I’m watching you now ! I’m sitting here ballin my eyes out 😭😭😭 You started crying and I broke down. TERESA WE ARE LIFTING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY UP! Thank you so much for staying real. ❤
Me toooo, crying both sad & happy tears!! Yes, Brooke needs to keep doing this, there’s bigger and better out there yet, for “our” bestie, Brooke!!!❤🎉❤
It's not weird to keep Dusty's job private. I think it's normal, and you can just say we keep that private, thanks for the love. You are so fun to watch and listen to. I like to play your videos in the morning while getting ready for work. Your kindness and joy is a great way to start the day. I love that you have a great sense of humor! 💕💕💕
Brook, I am in shock that you were bullied in school. It just seems like being as beautiful as you are, you would had been popular and your kindness and humor would had made you very loved. I love you and your amazing family. I’m so happy that I can enjoy your virtual presents everyday in my home. THANK YOU… 🩵🤍🩵
Don't let the criticizers get you down Brooke! You're helping the world learn to cook, enjoy life and save money. This is a gift of love and you're wonderful. We appreciate you! Maybe try a weighted blanket to help you stay calm (if Dusty isn't around). The blankets really work!
I understand how death changes you. Both my boys were killed by drunk drivers. Junior was killed in Utah and James was killed in Florida almost exactly 4 years later. It broke me. Burying my children was the hardest thing I've ever done. I went through a 20 year depression. I got help and am doing better. The best help came from the Lord. He can heal anything! Keep doing what you do. You cheer up this old heart! Love you and Dusty and your boys!
Brooke , when you get to heaven do you think God will care to ask about your haters??? Absolutely not, He will praise you for how you lifted people up and helped them. Please remember this every time you come across something hateful. God doesn’t want you to dwell on them. He wants you to keep doing it to spread love and hope. Love Theresa❤
When I got tired of the same things, I would have my kids help with the menu. I made a menu for 12 days, because we got paid every 2 weeks. I then made my grocery list off the menu. Always shopped my pantry, and figured 2 of those days would be leftovers or maybe a pizza night. My kids loved mini pizzas that I made either from biscuit dough or English muffins because they could build their own. I love your family. Dusty is so supportive of you, and your boys are a joy.
My Favorites on You Tube are You, Mandy in the Making , Jessica O Donahue & Becky, Acre Homestead. My 2 Favorite Outdoor You Tubers are Arms Family Homestead with Daniel Arms & his Wife, DeJay’s Channel too. And of Course Jimmy & Chris Houston’s Twin Eagle Ranch. Seeing Jimmy with his Deer was my 1st You Tube Channel.
For your anxiety attacks; they sell weighted blankets for anxiety. They’re a little pricey (I think between $100-$200) but it sounds like they might work well for you, as Dusty putting pressure on you seems to help. The pressure calms your nervous system down and helps put your body into rest mode. ❤
THANK YOU BROOKE!!!! Your commenting on taking a little medication if you need it is priceless. You are right about quality of life but most people won’t admit it. Plus, I have grown to truly love your whole family- you are the best parents, all the boys are adorable, and you just make my life happier than before I found you. Thank you so much for all that you do!!! ❤️
Hey Brooke, stopping half way through to comment. You have to know with the growth of your channel, and almost 300 comments on your video in just a work shift's time slot, how loved you, your family and your channel are. Haters gonna hate no matter what, and that only reflects on them - it does not reflect on you. It's easy to tell someone to just let it go. When Dusty was describing how much you feel and wear your heart on your sleeve, it felt like he was describing me, so I know how easier said than done that can be. But seriously.... almost 35K subscribers, almost 300 messages in one shift. You bring goodness into this world, it's not your job to satisfy all, 100%. That's nobody's job. It's not going to happen. It's the hardest thing for me to accept when someone is judging me, doesn't like me. I'm in my mid 50s and still struggle with that one, being the people pleaser that I am. Since we're sharing personal stories, can I just say to me what you're doing is literally life saving. The pandemic was extremely difficult for me. I went through it very lonely, with little support during a health crisis and lots of family obligations. I did not watch UA-cam prior, but found salvation in a few "select" friends. Your channel was found a bit later, but it's the one I gravitate to the most. It gets me through my very long and lonely days. I do not say this lightly as I do not express online my feelings/emotions or personal journeys. I feel a trust and an openness like no other with you. That is something to be very proud of. You are doing so much good.
Thank you for reading my comment. It was a very nice surprise and reinforced my belief in your humility and the love you have for your viewers. God Bless you all .
Keep making videos please! I have tried several of your recipes and love them ❤. You have so many great tips, hints, and tricks. The Karens are just jealous of you and your wonderful family! You are truly blessed!
Brooke! You are THE best! I’m excited for the spam video. I’ve been waiting for that one. I’ve learned so much from you. The main thing is that it doesn’t take “all that” to feed a family. I used to throw away so many leftovers. Watching you, I’ve learned to cut down the amount I prepare in the first place which is saving $! Keep up the good work you’re doing! I love you and your family!!
Brooke, you definitely are doing a good thing. I have no family and I have to be home a lot bc of health and finances. I so enjoy watching you and your family. You are good at making lonely people feel like they are part of things. You bring much joy in my life. I have a prayer ministry and I pray for each of you regularly. May God shine His blessings on each of you.
You are absolutely doing what you should be doing ❤ I can’t tell you how much you make me laugh and learn! The love your family shows for each other is something special. Thank you for sharing your lives with us 😊
Yes please more gardening videos! Our family dream is the same, I have wanted this since I was 14 years old. I'm now 50 and finally getting closer than ever before. Never give up on your dreams!
Gravy made with cornmeal is known as Sawmill Gravy in my neck of the woods. Delicious! Love what you’re doing & your family! You’re helping so many people struggling to feed their families. It’s truly a ministry. May God bless you & yours. ❤
My family getting to big for eating out every birthday but we make things homemade it so fun everyone brings a dish the parents provide the main dish. That what we did for my birthday we had homemade olive garden soup an salad bread sticks. It was so yummy.
Much love to my favorite UA-cam family you started crying and I was. Crying with you and Theresa prayers and hood thoughts your way. And Brooke I suffer from panic attacks as well thank you so much for sharing your story with us ❤
Brooke, I’m so sorry that you’ve been dealing negativity lately. I love watching your videos because you are so positive. Your genuine care for all people is heart warming. I love that you’re real and that you make meals that the everyday family would appreciate. Simplicity is beautiful. You and your family are beautiful. Please continue with the awesome videos. All your content is helpful! My biggest THANK YOU is for sharing TEMU with all of us. I would have never thought to check them out, had you not posted your review videos. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart! From Michi in California🙂
Thank you for being a friend! Just found your channel and have been binging your videos. Your youngest is a hoot when he tastes the food and made me crack up when I saw the first few videos; he's a comedian in the making. You have a lovely family, and you all are doing a great thing helping folks find creative ways to make budget meals in new and delicious ways. The fact you like Golden Girls makes me like you more! Have a wonderful and prosperous 2024.
Ignore the haters. If people are mean and out to be mean, block them. You are a delight. I loved your message about the importance of mental health and no shame in getting help from meds. Life is hard and watching you makes it. A little sweeter. Keeping being you! I love your videos!
I love watching you and your family!! Real life!! We love trying your meals..fun to experiment with cheap meals..like Dusty says "they really are good" don't you let someone's negativity get at u!!! Peace love
The more I get to know you...the more I realize we are alike! Z Nation, Golden Girls, and Little House on the Prairie is awesome! We love to explore places (in general, not specifically abandoned places).
Oh my word the camping story cracked me up😂🤣😂 love your channel and your beautiful family. Thank you for sharing about your anxiety I know that you have helped so many people. I love when your family tries your food, it’s so awesome when your little son acts like he passes out. Cracks me up!! God bless you
Weighted blankets are a game changer for anxiety. Watching you react to the person talking about her cancer made me want to hug you🤗 for being so loving. I have also dreamed about having houses for each of my kids right near me. AND not necessarily a free grocery store but definitely a community cupboard,farm stand that is sustainable through a community garden.
Lolol posted this before finishing watching..I am from Massachusetts ( pronounced Mass aaah chew sets lol) I live 3 hrs from Salem but took a trip there last year and know exactly the restraunt you mentioned lol
I absolutely love getting to know you and your precious family!! I relate to y’all SO much! But, I am not a tent camper AT ALL and I absolutely love any seafood/fish😆. I love your transparency… don’t EVER change! You are a breath of fresh air and have truly been a bright spot and laughter this last year for me as I’ve been dealing/caretaking with 2 of my very close family members and their cancer journeys. Please keep up the great work your doing❤❤❤
I love your tender ❤. Have to share that I cry at the silliest things: seeing my nieces at their concerts, playing their games, etc. to the point they call me Aunt Sappy❤😂.
Please do not take the criticism personally. The comments are about them - not you! You are without a doubt my VERY FAVORITE UA-camr!!!! It always makes my day when I see a new video. God Bless you for being honest and making mental health okay to talk about. I have several chronic illnesses and one will kill me eventually. I am on medication for my depression. It’s a necessary thing and I am NOT ashamed! My faith keeps me going and I would not be able to keep on keeping on. The good Lord is my strength! Continue being you always and hug your sweet family. I feel like you are a dear friend and you all are very special to me! God Bless you all ❤❤❤
Loved your Q and A. Thank you for sharing your fantastic recipes with us. Please don't let negative people make you feel bad. When you're doing the Lord's work, you'll face opposition, but you can do all things with His strength!
Don’t let the haters get you down Brooke! There’s a whole bunch of us out here that care about you and your family and want nothing but positive things for y’all! And when you said y’all watch reruns of Z Nation, I knew you was my people more than I ever realized! 😂. Much love! ❤
Great vlog Brooke!!! I just love your channel!!! My husband and I had our son 25 years ago I homeschooled him and he is now an IT tech. We always wanted a large family but the Lords plan was we were to (biologically) have one child. When our son was 14 , we became foster parents with our medically fragile certificates. We fostered 6 children in 5 years that were all special needs. We adopted 4 of those foster children that we received as very ill infants . We are now raising 4 special needs children all with different food needs and preferences. I look forward so much to your videos to help stretch out my family budget for 6 You are so creative and resourceful!!! We are a homeschooling household as well and we have a small homestead in eastern Arizona. Your heart is so huge and I just love your whole family!!!! Keep doing what you do !!! Don’t let unhappiness in people poison your sweet spirit.💕❤️💕❤️💕 Dusty is so great ! I love his channel as well!! Our family loves the outdoors, preparing for all challenging circumstances and being as self sufficient as possible. Thank you to your whole family for letting us viewers in and helping us all in our day to day journey! If you are ever passing though Southeast Arizona in the future, let me know!!!! We would love to treat your family to a dinner out!!!
Thank you to you and your husband for adopting and fostering special children. I have two sons with autism and other needs so I know how hard it can be and how rewarding it can also be.
You're an inspiration. Your family is so charming, especially the boys. It's awesome that Dusty helps you with your anxiety. I'm glad the medication is helping. Don't apologize for getting treatment. It's the best thing you can do for yourself. I would enjoy seeing your garden and chickens. Keep doing what you do. You truly inspire me with your recipes.
Brooke I love watching your videos it makes me feel like I am back home. That home is not there anymore as everyone has passed away but watching you and your sweet family make me feel like I have had a good visit. Thank you.
I love your idea of the free grocery store. So sweet. We have a neighbor that has a little wooden house on a post (about the size of a dog house) on the corner of their property with a sign that says “if you need something please take it, if you can spare something please leave something “. Maybe you can start your dream come true that way.😊 I believe you can make your dreams come true. ps- I don’t like fish either lol
Don't ever apologize for being human that is what makes people ❤love you just the way you are. As you get to be older there are very few things that really matter. The squeeze is a security thing. So wonderful that he does that for you. My husband use to keep me warm when we were in NY. I would get chills and it did not matter how many blankets I had on. It only took my husband's body heat(and I know that it was not pleasant for him) but he made the sacrifice for me because he lives me. So I know how you feel little sister. So happy that your family is REAL. love and prayers 🙏 for you all.
Loved this! Can't wait for part 2. I relate so much to the anxiety/panic. I have a weighted blanket which helps but I always crave more weight. Thanks for being you Brooke! ❤️
Brooke never doubt yourself or let negative people make you feel like you shouldn't be doing what you love,you help so many people make ends meet and be able to be come food secure and that is a gift from God,stay positive its those people who have a problem not you,keep your head held high,being a success is the best way to shut them down because your doing what they could never do,love watching your videos,your all so funny in a good way,I binge watch you everyday so no doubting dolly anymore❤❤❤❤❤ love all the way from the uk
I love this video! I get to see so much personality ( not just yours but Dusty and Kyle too)! I am loving that I can hear your accent come through as well. You and I share biggest dreams as well. I love the family compound idea and have dreamed about it for years. I also want to provided food but in the form of a community garden..Thank you and your family for sharing with us!
Dusty's treatment is like a full body baby swaddle :). I love that. Panic attacks are awful. This was a fun q&a - thank you for sharing. But I veto your doctor pepper - diet coke is life. Ignore the negative and be you - you're a delightfully warm and creative person!
Hahaha im from Pa and currently living in Australia - the maccas ice cream machine is always down too!! Love the free grocery idea. Mine is free healthcare ❤ As far as bullies, i have had my share. You know what, turn that around and see it as the person showing where they need prayer! I have learned to just pity and pray for those bullies. Normal people dont hurt others. You are amazing as you are and do not need to be validated by anyone!! I LOVE what you say about meds when needed. I am a psych nurse and see the benefits of medication as needed. Good for you!! You got this! Will keep you all in prayer💕
I love you because you are so real. You are a wonderful cook. I have learned so much from you. I thought I was a good cook but you have taught me so many tips. Bless you. By the way, I do not understand how people can criticise so much. They do it too much on you tube channels.
Thank you for being so real, vulnerable, loving and fun. I also kinda love the creativity needed to make a meal at the end of the week, when you need to go shopping. Are we both nerds lol.
I am laughing 😂so hard over your camping trip , your friend Matthew jellyfish mishap and the Raccoon story that is priceless 😅😂. Ty for sharing your life ❤ya.
I started watching you about 2 weeks ago. I started at your first video and have been binging all your videos in order. I am here watching this video today and I just wanted to say, I feel like we are cut from the same cloth. From the way you were treated in school by your "friends" to the way you act or do certain things are so similar to my own experiences. I have told my husband many times as we watch you that we are like soul sisters. You are such a sweet and amazing person. I am thankful that I was recommended to your channel by some of my viewers. Thank you for being you.
I am a 70 year old nurse who still works a 48 hour week who loves your zest and love of life. Really enjoy your family dynamic. My parents were farmers so I learned to garden, cook and can. Keep it up. I am a behavior health nurse, coping skills like imagining a calm scene, for me it is a meadow filled with flowers trees,a stream with a gentle breeze blowing. I too, deal with anxiety. Keep loving and livin'
FYI Brooke we love y’all and are our favorite UA-cam family because in Dustys words y’all are “just people” 😂😅 that’s what we love about y’all
You brought me to tears explaining how your honey gets you through a panic attack. True love. What a wonderful partnership you share.
I agree!!
I agree too. I have to suffer through mine by myself n it’s not fun.
I don't blame you for being private but I feel like you are almost my neighbor...lol. We are in Kingsport.
Hey you never know who is crazy out there… props for keeping things private! 🙌 ❤
More and more crazies out there every day!!
Most of us are awkward, some just hide it better than others. Kindness and authenticity are very attractive. Keep up the great work.
Hi Brooke! I'm Marlana, SAHM/homeschool mama to 3 little boys. My oldest (5yo), loves to watch your videos with me and recreate the things that Kylen "faints" over. He loves watching Kylen do the taste test. It has encouraged my son to try new things, which is amazing because he can be really picky. I enjoy watching all of your videos. They are truly an inspiration and pick me up when I'm down. Your channel makes me laugh and I just love hearing your accent! I feel like I've known you forever, lol! I hope to meet you and your family one day.
To Dusty, thank you for your service. My husband is a Marine and we are so very thankful to those who have served. My boys and I also enjoy your channel.
Y'all are such a ray of sunshine and a joy to watch. Keep being you! Hold your head up Brooke, you're doing great! Don't let the trolls ruin your day.
Much Love, Marlana
Watching this video made me cry a few times. I lost my sister (who was my best friend) 7 years ago from cancer. I was with her when she was diagnosed, took her to all of her treatments, and was there when she took her last breath. My husband is the only one to get me thru that. I lost my husband September of 2022. I love watching you guys because you remind me of us. I love you both. God bless you and your family.
Please don't stop making videos . I just look everyday for a wonderful pick me up. And please don't change You are just the way God wants you to be.
Brooke, you are such an inspiration for a 54 year old woman. My life has gotten into a mess, due to a car wreck. I groping for a new way. Thank you so much. I’m not doing that great on my bills and groceries but I’m NOT giving up😂. Thank, Girl. You’re awesome!
Prayers for you I myself have been greatly affected by a car accident. We can do this. 😊
That cute little guy in the back seat is a bundle of laughs. I love the faces he makes. Love to watch you.
He's like the cutest screensaver ever!!!! I LOVE watching him.
Hello beautiful people,
Love y'all 's videos For you all like potato salad, pasta salads or macaroni salads? May God continue to bless y'all!!!!❤️💕♥️👍😀👍
People will be kind; people will be unkind. Those who are not kind just need to hurt someone else to make themself feel better. In actuality they don't feel better. You have to just 'let it go' and ignore them. They cannot hurt your feelings if you don't allow them to. You got this girl!! Love your videos.
You tell her Michelle.
Theresa love I know what you are going through 💕! I also am going through chemo and Brooke just makes my day!!
Brooke I just wanted to tell you that you are a God send! Sometimes after treatment I get very sick and down and my hubby tries to make it better but I have to lay down and I turn your UA-cam channel on. Your my port in my storm!! Even if I've seen them all I replay them because you bring a smile to my face and allow my body to just chill. The food you make really helps my budget because I only receive a small portion of my pay being on short term disability and helps with the stress of money. Forget the mean people, they don't hold a candle to you, YOU ARE AMAZING!!! LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!!! THANK YOU FOR JUST BEING YOU 💜
I’m sending you so much love 💕 praying you heal quickly!
Dusty is your very own weighted blanket for your anxiety. Honestly, your videos are relaxing and they are enlightening and i have binge watched all of them multiple times. You are doing good for people!
Yes. I would like to see your garden videos. I enjoyed the ones you have shared!
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One I can’t explain how you have helped me stop panicking about food insecurities. You brought me back to my roots and now my family is starting to get on board with the changes in our menus as well. Two your family truly gives me the warm fuzzies. I absolutely adore the way you and Dusty love each other and the boys. It reminds me that there’s more to love than giving monetary gifts.
No time for the negativity. That's on them !! You are a wonderful person !! Soft hearted like me. Nothing wrong with that !!
I have just recently found your channel, and I thoroughly enjoy watching you and your family. I am sorry there are mean people, but one of the things I try to never forget is that we, as human beings, tend to dwell on the one negative in our day instead of the 99 positives. In my older years (I'm almost 73), I diligently try to forget the negative and dwell on the positive. Just look at your beautiful family and your loving husband! That's the "bestest" positive ever.
Watching big brother in backseat with his arm around little brother is so sweet, your family is sooooo nice!
First of all, we love you. All of yall. Please don't let others make you rethink what you're doing. This is what you were meant to do. Also, as far as the gardening videos... you could record you reading the phone book and I'd watch it. 🤷♀️🤣❤️
Exactly 😂 I agree seriously I do. ❤
Please dont EVER STOP doing these videos PLEASE!!!! You have done so much for me in the past week that I have found your family!! Love you, and you make me enjoy cooking. Because of you I dont feel overwhelmed to grocery shop or cook!! God put a hedge of protection and comfort around her, and Dusty, and their boys!!!! ❤
I'm a psychiatric nurse and it fills my heart to hear you say there's no reason why you should not get medical help therapy or medication also you can buy weighted blankets which help with anxiety and panic attacks
Sorry Brooke but I adore your family! So wholesome and loving and informative! Not everyone is as lucky as you are to know how to cook! I grew up in the care system so was never all in the kitchen! So I am learning how to cook properly with you - devastated that I am in the uk and every time you mention sausage gravy and biscuits my mind blows! Please make this dish from scratch and show us in the UK how it’s done x
I have it scheduled for Friday!!
That would be awesome, Liser. I believe biscuits are made with ingredients readily available in the UK, and there are even some short cuts I think you guys can make in the UK as well, like 7-Up (any lemon-lime soda) biscuits, or Greek yogurt biscuits. So try a couple recipes based on the ingredients you may have available to you, and that you feel comfortable with. I'd be so excited for you to try it and share your results. I love all things UK but have never done a proper "British tea" and will be doing one this Saturday, May 6th with a friend. I've been debating about making scones, but think I may just cheat a little and buy them at a specialty shop. Hope you make the biscuits and gravy, and hope you enjoy them.
@@SouthernFrugalMomma thank you thank you thank you! I have watched British kids try it and they are amazed! I am so excited right now!
You are ABSOLUTELY doing what you are supposed to be doing! You bring such joy to my life when I see every video you bless us with! Much love and happiness to your family from ours!
I so enjoy your videos! Please don’t ever question if you should be doing them! I love seeing you all interact and living in a world that can be so unkind, you all bring rays of sunshine on very dreary days!
I know people can give Dusty grief but I guarantee that if it came to it, he would be the 1st in line to help a friend or neighbor. We were definitely not a rich family by no means but the lessons of love outweigh the few things we couldn't afford. If it ain't broke dont fix it
I love how Dusty is getting so comfortable. I've had the same dream of having a compound for my family.
❤ it’s been a while since you did this video but I just came across it. 😁
You said in your video that your family was awkward , you’re not that…. Ya’ll are unique ❗️ I love your videos. Much Love,Light and Peace to all of your family and to all who read these words.🪽☮️❤️🌈🌈🌈🌈
We love you Brooke! Most of us are excited everyday that we get a notification from your or Dusty's channel. There will always be haters...doesn't matter who you are or what you do. Ignore them. It seems hard to find nice, normal families anymore. You all make me smile and give me hope!! Be blessed and know that you are a blessing!! 💞💞
I agree, better living through chemical intervention! I take antidepressants as well as other medications and they have helped me tremendously. There ain’t no shame in that game for sure! Thanks for your time and sharing you time and family with us! We really love you.
Oh my gosh. I love love the Wads. She is so funny. You and her are my top 2 favorites for sure
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with panic attacks. More people need to be open minded about mental health. You are so kind and have an amazing family. Love you all and all you do!
Do NOT listen to the negativity. You are a special woman created by God and you are your own unique individual.
I'm a single mom and I struggle financially. I LOVE AND APPRECIATE your videos so much and I write down notes and recipes from your videos to help me. Y'all are great people.
Also, I understand not handling criticism well. I'm the same way. It makes me so sad when I'm normally a chipper person.
Also, I take anxiety meds too!!! Made such a difference in my life! Love you and your channel so much!!! Thank you for all that you do and share. This mama appreciates you!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
I save her videos in my library on UA-cam. ❤❤❤
Brooke, I love you and your family and all you do for us and bring us!! Don't stop doing or being you!!
Im a four-time cancer survivor but im disabled and handicapped. Your videos help me to be able to still plan n make my meals. I'm on a very special diet bc of all the cancer surgeries but I have to modify recipes in order to eat.
Re single folks, I love to freeze sandwich bags of either turkey, chicken or roast beef and the appropriate gravy. Then I seal the small bags into a large bag. These give me a good hot meal anytime i eant one by adding my carbs and fruit, veg.
I make up several different recipes, portion into baggies, then freeze one of each recipe into a vacuum sealed bags. Its like being in a diner!! ❤❤❤
I sent the kitchen mitts and I hope y’all love the pie server and everything 😊
That was so kind of you ❤
OMG…….. Girl…..
I’m watching you now ! I’m sitting here ballin my eyes out 😭😭😭
You started crying and I broke down.
TERESA WE ARE LIFTING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY UP!
Thank you so much for staying real. ❤
Me toooo, crying both sad & happy tears!! Yes, Brooke needs to keep doing this, there’s bigger and better out there yet, for “our” bestie, Brooke!!!❤🎉❤
Yes, yes me, too!! I'm a four-time cancer survivor and I cried with Brooke. All the VERY best to you and yours Teresa.
Same!! I straight up sobbed watching her be so touched.
It's not weird to keep Dusty's job private. I think it's normal, and you can just say we keep that private, thanks for the love.
You are so fun to watch and listen to. I like to play your videos in the morning while getting ready for work. Your kindness and joy is a great way to start the day. I love that you have a great sense of humor! 💕💕💕
Brook, I am in shock that you were bullied in school. It just seems like being as beautiful as you are, you would had been popular and your kindness and humor would had made you very loved. I love you and your amazing family. I’m so happy that I can enjoy your virtual presents everyday in my home. THANK YOU… 🩵🤍🩵
I agree
Don't let the criticizers get you down Brooke! You're helping the world learn to cook, enjoy life and save money. This is a gift of love and you're wonderful. We appreciate you! Maybe try a weighted blanket to help you stay calm (if Dusty isn't around). The blankets really work!
I understand how death changes you. Both my boys were killed by drunk drivers. Junior was killed in Utah and James was killed in Florida almost exactly 4 years later. It broke me. Burying my children was the hardest thing I've ever done. I went through a 20 year depression. I got help and am doing better. The best help came from the Lord. He can heal anything! Keep doing what you do. You cheer up this old heart! Love you and Dusty and your boys!
I'm so sorry. ❤️🙏
@@susanprather5962 thank you
💔 so sorry
@@angiegryszan2005 thank you
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Brooke , when you get to heaven do you think God will care to ask about your haters??? Absolutely not, He will praise you for how you lifted people up and helped them. Please remember this every time you come across something hateful. God doesn’t want you to dwell on them. He wants you to keep doing it to spread love and hope. Love Theresa❤
Brooke, thank you so much for speaking about mental health - and don't let the trolls get to you!! Xx
When I got tired of the same things, I would have my kids help with the menu. I made a menu for 12 days, because we got paid every 2 weeks. I then made my grocery list off the menu. Always shopped my pantry, and figured 2 of those days would be leftovers or maybe a pizza night. My kids loved mini pizzas that I made either from biscuit dough or English muffins because they could build their own. I love your family. Dusty is so supportive of you, and your boys are a joy.
My Favorites on You Tube are You, Mandy in the Making , Jessica O Donahue & Becky, Acre Homestead.
My 2 Favorite Outdoor You Tubers are Arms Family Homestead with Daniel Arms & his Wife, DeJay’s Channel too. And of Course Jimmy & Chris Houston’s Twin Eagle Ranch. Seeing Jimmy with his Deer was my 1st You Tube Channel.
For your anxiety attacks; they sell weighted blankets for anxiety. They’re a little pricey (I think between $100-$200) but it sounds like they might work well for you, as Dusty putting pressure on you seems to help. The pressure calms your nervous system down and helps put your body into rest mode. ❤
Yes mine has been life changing
THANK YOU BROOKE!!!! Your commenting on taking a little medication if you need it is priceless. You are right about quality of life but most people won’t admit it.
Plus, I have grown to truly love your whole family- you are the best parents, all the boys are adorable, and you just make my life happier than before I found you. Thank you so much for all that you do!!! ❤️
Hey Brooke, stopping half way through to comment. You have to know with the growth of your channel, and almost 300 comments on your video in just a work shift's time slot, how loved you, your family and your channel are. Haters gonna hate no matter what, and that only reflects on them - it does not reflect on you. It's easy to tell someone to just let it go. When Dusty was describing how much you feel and wear your heart on your sleeve, it felt like he was describing me, so I know how easier said than done that can be. But seriously.... almost 35K subscribers, almost 300 messages in one shift. You bring goodness into this world, it's not your job to satisfy all, 100%. That's nobody's job. It's not going to happen. It's the hardest thing for me to accept when someone is judging me, doesn't like me. I'm in my mid 50s and still struggle with that one, being the people pleaser that I am. Since we're sharing personal stories, can I just say to me what you're doing is literally life saving. The pandemic was extremely difficult for me. I went through it very lonely, with little support during a health crisis and lots of family obligations. I did not watch UA-cam prior, but found salvation in a few "select" friends. Your channel was found a bit later, but it's the one I gravitate to the most. It gets me through my very long and lonely days. I do not say this lightly as I do not express online my feelings/emotions or personal journeys. I feel a trust and an openness like no other with you. That is something to be very proud of. You are doing so much good.
Thank you for reading my comment. It was a very nice surprise and reinforced my belief in your humility and the love you have for your viewers. God Bless you all .
Godspeed, Theresa.
Thank you...and God Bless.
We will all be praying for you!
@@marycolburn5867 Thank you and God Bless.
Keep making videos please! I have tried several of your recipes and love them ❤. You have so many great tips, hints, and tricks. The Karens are just jealous of you and your wonderful family! You are truly blessed!
Brooke! You are THE best! I’m excited for the spam video. I’ve been waiting for that one.
I’ve learned so much from you. The main thing is that it doesn’t take “all that” to feed a family. I used to throw away so many leftovers. Watching you, I’ve learned to cut down the amount I prepare in the first place which is saving $!
Keep up the good work you’re doing! I love you and your family!!
Brooke, you definitely are doing a good thing. I have no family and I have to be home a lot bc of health and finances. I so enjoy watching you and your family. You are good at making lonely people feel like they are part of things. You bring much joy in my life. I have a prayer ministry and I pray for each of you regularly. May God shine His blessings on each of you.
You and your beautiful family always put a smile on my face. Thanks for being authentically awkward 🤣😬 We love you for that, Brooke!
You are absolutely doing what you should be doing ❤ I can’t tell you how much you make me laugh and learn! The love your family shows for each other is something special. Thank you for sharing your lives with us 😊
Yes please more gardening videos! Our family dream is the same, I have wanted this since I was 14 years old. I'm now 50 and finally getting closer than ever before. Never give up on your dreams!
Gravy made with cornmeal is known as Sawmill Gravy in my neck of the woods. Delicious!
Love what you’re doing & your family! You’re helping so many people struggling to feed their families. It’s truly a ministry. May God bless you & yours. ❤
I love y’all!!! Y’all are the most down to earth “Budget Family”. You seriously have a ministry here!!
My family getting to big for eating out every birthday but we make things homemade it so fun everyone brings a dish the parents provide the main dish. That what we did for my birthday we had homemade olive garden soup an salad bread sticks. It was so yummy.
Much love to my favorite UA-cam family you started crying and I was. Crying with you and Theresa prayers and hood thoughts your way. And Brooke I suffer from panic attacks as well thank you so much for sharing your story with us ❤
Brooke, love you and Dusty and your blessed family!! I love All your videos! God bless you all!! 🙏🏻😘
2:53 I love that the boys are just snuggling 😭 so adorable you’re doing great mama 💖
We like your family because you are so down to earth. Very relatable!!
Brooke, I’m so sorry that you’ve been dealing negativity lately. I love watching your videos because you are so positive. Your genuine care for all people is heart warming. I love that you’re real and that you make meals that the everyday family would appreciate. Simplicity is beautiful. You and your family are beautiful. Please continue with the awesome videos. All your content is helpful! My biggest THANK YOU is for sharing TEMU with all of us. I would have never thought to check them out, had you not posted your review videos. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart! From Michi in California🙂
You are definitely my favorite UA-cam family, because y'all are like most of us,not everything fancy like everyone else.
Thank you for being a friend! Just found your channel and have been binging your videos. Your youngest is a hoot when he tastes the food and made me crack up when I saw the first few videos; he's a comedian in the making.
You have a lovely family, and you all are doing a great thing helping folks find creative ways to make budget meals in new and delicious ways.
The fact you like Golden Girls makes me like you more! Have a wonderful and prosperous 2024.
Ignore the haters. If people are mean and out to be mean, block them. You are a delight. I loved your message about the importance of mental health and no shame in getting help from meds. Life is hard and watching you makes it. A little sweeter. Keeping being you! I love your videos!
I love watching you and your family!! Real life!! We love trying your meals..fun to experiment with cheap meals..like Dusty says "they really are good" don't you let someone's negativity get at u!!! Peace love
The more I get to know you...the more I realize we are alike! Z Nation, Golden Girls, and Little House on the Prairie is awesome! We love to explore places (in general, not specifically abandoned places).
Oh my word the camping story cracked me up😂🤣😂 love your channel and your beautiful family. Thank you for sharing about your anxiety I know that you have helped so many people. I love when your family tries your food, it’s so awesome when your little son acts like he passes out. Cracks me up!! God bless you
Weighted blankets are a game changer for anxiety.
Watching you react to the person talking about her cancer made me want to hug you🤗 for being so loving.
I have also dreamed about having houses for each of my kids right near me. AND not necessarily a free grocery store but definitely a community cupboard,farm stand that is sustainable through a community garden.
Lolol posted this before finishing watching..I am from Massachusetts ( pronounced Mass aaah chew sets lol) I live 3 hrs from Salem but took a trip there last year and know exactly the restraunt you mentioned lol
I absolutely love getting to know you and your precious family!! I relate to y’all SO much! But, I am not a tent camper AT ALL and I absolutely love any seafood/fish😆. I love your transparency… don’t EVER change! You are a breath of fresh air and have truly been a bright spot and laughter this last year for me as I’ve been dealing/caretaking with 2 of my very close family members and their cancer journeys. Please keep up the great work your doing❤❤❤
I love your tender ❤. Have to share that I cry at the silliest things: seeing my nieces at their concerts, playing their games, etc. to the point they call me Aunt Sappy❤😂.
Please do not take the criticism personally. The comments are about them - not you! You are without a doubt my VERY FAVORITE UA-camr!!!! It always makes my day when I see a new video. God Bless you for being honest and making mental health okay to talk about. I have several chronic illnesses and one will kill me eventually. I am on medication for my depression. It’s a necessary thing and I am NOT ashamed! My faith keeps me going and I would not be able to keep on keeping on. The good Lord is my strength! Continue being you always and hug your sweet family. I feel like you are a dear friend and you all are very special to me! God Bless you all ❤❤❤
Loved your Q and A. Thank you for sharing your fantastic recipes with us. Please don't let negative people make you feel bad. When you're doing the Lord's work, you'll face opposition, but you can do all things with His strength!
Kimberly was right you are a good friend. Ty for being you.
Don’t let the haters get you down Brooke! There’s a whole bunch of us out here that care about you and your family and want nothing but positive things for y’all!
And when you said y’all watch reruns of Z Nation, I knew you was my people more than I ever realized! 😂. Much love! ❤
Great vlog Brooke!!!
I just love your channel!!!
My husband and I had our son 25 years ago
I homeschooled him and he is now an IT tech.
We always wanted a large family but the Lords plan was we were to (biologically) have one child.
When our son was 14 , we became foster parents with our medically fragile certificates.
We fostered 6 children in 5 years that were all special needs.
We adopted 4 of those foster children that we received as very ill infants .
We are now raising 4 special needs children all with different food needs and preferences.
I look forward so much to your videos to help stretch out my family budget for 6
You are so creative and resourceful!!!
We are a homeschooling household as well and we have a small homestead in eastern Arizona.
Your heart is so huge and I just love your whole family!!!!
Keep doing what you do !!!
Don’t let unhappiness in people poison your sweet spirit.💕❤️💕❤️💕
Dusty is so great ! I love his channel as well!! Our family loves the outdoors, preparing for all challenging circumstances and being as self sufficient as possible.
Thank you to your whole family for letting us viewers in and helping us all in our day to day journey!
If you are ever passing though Southeast Arizona in the future, let me know!!!! We would love to treat your family to a dinner out!!!
Thank you to you and your husband for adopting and fostering special children. I have two sons with autism and other needs so I know how hard it can be and how rewarding it can also be.
You're an inspiration. Your family is so charming, especially the boys. It's awesome that Dusty helps you with your anxiety.
I'm glad the medication is helping. Don't apologize for getting treatment. It's the best thing you can do for yourself.
I would enjoy seeing your garden and chickens.
Keep doing what you do. You truly inspire me with your recipes.
Brooke I love watching your videos it makes me feel like I am back home. That home is not there anymore as everyone has passed away but watching you and your sweet family make me feel like I have had a good visit. Thank you.
Look how one brother has his arm around the other. So sweet family brotherly love ❤️
You're such a delightful person. You're just a simple country girl & I love it.
You can always block the people that don't abide by your guidelines.
Thanks! For your efforts.. I know it's not much 😕.. unless a million people do the same. 😮 I hope they do. You all do a great job 💪😊
Brooke i love your personality and your goofyness. I enjoy your famiky and how encouraging they are about your cooking and your videos ❤
I love your idea of the free grocery store. So sweet. We have a neighbor that has a little wooden house on a post (about the size of a dog house) on the corner of their property with a sign that says “if you need something please take it, if you can spare something please leave something “. Maybe you can start your dream come true that way.😊 I believe you can make your dreams come true. ps- I don’t like fish either lol
Never heard of cornmeal gravy but I'm from Chattanooga and grew up on sausage gravy and biscuits 😊😊
Try neatly freezing gravy and stuffing biscuits. A nice change of pace
Don't ever apologize for being human that is what makes people ❤love you just the way you are. As you get to be older there are very few things that really matter. The squeeze is a security thing. So wonderful that he does that for you. My husband use to keep me warm when we were in NY. I would get chills and it did not matter how many blankets I had on. It only took my husband's body heat(and I know that it was not pleasant for him) but he made the sacrifice for me because he lives me. So I know how you feel little sister. So happy that your family is REAL. love and prayers 🙏 for you all.
Loved this! Can't wait for part 2. I relate so much to the anxiety/panic. I have a weighted blanket which helps but I always crave more weight. Thanks for being you Brooke! ❤️
You have the most inquisitive children. They are interested in everything!❤️
You are meant to do this! You & your family are such a blessing to watch❤
Please don't let anyone get to you you are a great person and I enjoy your channel I watch you all the time YOU ROCK!
Brooke never doubt yourself or let negative people make you feel like you shouldn't be doing what you love,you help so many people make ends meet and be able to be come food secure and that is a gift from God,stay positive its those people who have a problem not you,keep your head held high,being a success is the best way to shut them down because your doing what they could never do,love watching your videos,your all so funny in a good way,I binge watch you everyday so no doubting dolly anymore❤❤❤❤❤ love all the way from the uk
We love you!! Don't you dare stop, it'll leave a hole in our (my) heart❤❤❤❤❤
I love this video! I get to see so much personality ( not just yours but Dusty and Kyle too)! I am loving that I can hear your accent come through as well. You and I share biggest dreams as well. I love the family compound idea and have dreamed about it for years. I also want to provided food but in the form of a community garden..Thank you and your family for sharing with us!
Dusty's treatment is like a full body baby swaddle :). I love that. Panic attacks are awful. This was a fun q&a - thank you for sharing. But I veto your doctor pepper - diet coke is life. Ignore the negative and be you - you're a delightfully warm and creative person!
Hahaha im from Pa and currently living in Australia - the maccas ice cream machine is always down too!!
Love the free grocery idea.
Mine is free healthcare ❤
As far as bullies, i have had my share. You know what, turn that around and see it as the person showing where they need prayer! I have learned to just pity and pray for those bullies.
Normal people dont hurt others.
You are amazing as you are and do not need to be validated by anyone!!
I LOVE what you say about meds when needed. I am a psych nurse and see the benefits of medication as needed. Good for you!! You got this!
Will keep you all in prayer💕
I love you because you are so real. You are a wonderful cook. I have learned so much from you. I thought I was a good cook but you have taught me so many tips. Bless you. By the way, I do not understand how people can criticise so much. They do it too much on you tube channels.
Love your ideas! I've tried quite a few recipes and have loved everyone of them! You're channel has been a godsend!
Thank you for being so real, vulnerable, loving and fun. I also kinda love the creativity needed to make a meal at the end of the week, when you need to go shopping. Are we both nerds lol.
I am laughing 😂so hard over your camping trip , your friend Matthew jellyfish mishap and the Raccoon story that is priceless 😅😂. Ty for sharing your life ❤ya.
I started watching you about 2 weeks ago. I started at your first video and have been binging all your videos in order. I am here watching this video today and I just wanted to say, I feel like we are cut from the same cloth. From the way you were treated in school by your "friends" to the way you act or do certain things are so similar to my own experiences. I have told my husband many times as we watch you that we are like soul sisters. You are such a sweet and amazing person. I am thankful that I was recommended to your channel by some of my viewers. Thank you for being you.
He keep on doing what you're doing you're doing fabulous and let those people get you down