How We Met || Mennonite Schools
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- Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
- Curious how Nolan and I met and about Mennonite Education? In part 2 of our Oregon trip, I take you on a small tour of Nolan's home area and touch briefly on how we met, where Nolan proposed, and also show you the little school where I taught for two years!
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Aww! Who else loved this story!
Love from a Christian channel❤️
thank you!
I might have cried a tad too...Janine, you deserve such an awesome guy like Nolan. A perfect example of what a real marriage & true love is about. xo Beautiful family!
thank you! (: I don't feel deserving, but he sure makes our life a pleasure! thanks for watching!
@@theMennoniteMom none of us are deserving of a thing but damnation.
Anything else, is God's grace and mercy.
Confounds my brain, how He loves creation so much that He would not only make a way out of that fate, but volunteer to Be The Way!
Confounded, yet grateful.
Embrace the blessing. I'm sure it's mutual for Nolan as well.
Love your dresses, my husband has Crohns disease so I can relate how important the bathroom is, especially when you have a flare up..
As a retired public school teacher I must admit a bit of envy that you had the chance to teach in such an intimate setting with children from Christian homes. Thanks for your great videos!
thank you! yes, it was so special to get to know one's students more intimately! but I know there are also blessings to large classrooms that we missed out on that you get to enjoy! (:
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Oh this was so interesting! I was a second grade school teacher for 5 years at a Mennonite school so I really appreciate how you explained our school systems!
thanks! I was a bit apprehensive about it, but glad you liked!
Please don't keep your vlogs short!! 😊
Such a great time with you all l smiled so hard. This video was just full of love and it was heartwarming to see a Husband's love and concern for his Wife.
I feel like we got to know you a little bit better Jeanine, it was so nice to see the school you taught in! I homeschool our youngest Son here in the U.K, won't bore you with the why's but l believe there's nothing that can replace that one on one time my Son can get at home. I love that your school was so small and that way kids can benefit from the extra time you can spend with them when they need it.
I'm excited to see part three! I think You, Nolan and Xander have a wonderful life in your part of the World and that makes me happy! ♥😊
thank you so much! I'm honored you enjoy following our little journey! Good for you for homeschooling! that takes dedication! I'm sure your son will benefit! BTW, I love your country! Want to come back and visit again! so beautiful!
@@theMennoniteMom ♥ I've always felt the same about America, maybe one day!!
I was homeschooled too, originally because I had health issues as a small child, but my mum loved spending time with us kids, and I appreciate her doing so. (I did enjoy and thrive on group class settings as a high schooler more though.) I think it’s great you are so dedicated to your son’s education since not everyone can be or wants to.
I also thought home schooling was rare in Europe, but maybe not in the UK? We know a German family here in the Midwest US who had to leave their country due to persecution of home schooling. Anyway, a lot of US states have pretty lax laws about it, which can be both good and bad. God bless you and your son!
Nolan is a great man. Thanks for taking such great care of Janine. Bathrooms are real. Bless you
thank you! yes, bathrooms are real, LOL.
“I am refreshed and pre-diabetic.” 😂
Absolutely love your family! Your videos are such a joy to watch.
I just loved the minutes you sat and had a heart to heart with us! My Husband and I have the same kind of marriage. This is such a wonderful platform for you to show and share what marriage is supposed to be. I truly believe this happens when we allow God to step in and guide us to our mate and not try to force a relationship that we think is right. My husband always jokes I have his missing rib LOL ( I know you get that joke even if some of your followers don't) When God is the foundation of your marriage and you follow his word and guidance on marriage this is what happens within your relationship. You become one and put each other first knowing your union is a blessed gift from God. Please keep sharing these kinds of "Marriage moments" because hopefully it will help others either in their current marriage or those still looking for a husband or (wife for the men watching) :)
Thanks for that! Yes, it's so true. Follow God's principles and following him brings about a beautiful relationship. it doesn't make it easy all the time, but it makes it beautiful! marriage terrified me when I was single, relationships scared me, and I was sure all good men had died off the planet. LOL. But God had other plans. (: I'm so glad you have an incredible marriage! it truly is an oasis in a troubled world! God bless!
What a precious husband. He does love you, but not only that he cares for you. God is amazing putting you with the right man for you. Poor buddy got a boo boo.
Yes, God is so good! I still can't believe how he answered my prayers (:
At 4:27 I just had to stop and say, "She is more precious than rubies." Nolan agrees. Okay, heading back to watch the rest.
thank you! I don't feel this way. when one is sick, it just feels like all you do is take from everyone else and have nothing to give. Thanks for being here!
Enjoyed your trip down memory lane. I homeschooled both my sons. One is finished and married and now a teacher. The other is a senior. So 1 more year of homeschooling for us. Thanks for taking us a long on your trip.
good for you! home schooling takes dedication! I admire any mom that tackles that!
Aww that made me tear up... Sounds just like something my hubby would do ❤️ so blessed! Ash
sounds like you have a gem! (:
You are so pretty and you have a beautiful family. What a great story!
thank you kindly!
Awe... You do have a very caring husband. Bubba looks like he’s enjoy himself. God Bless You All.
yes, I am blessed! Have a lovely day! thanks for watching!
Jeannine, I'm just up with my own freshly brewed coffee! You and your precious family are such a delight! Xander is just a hoot AND a love bug!! My mornings begin with my coffee, my Bible reading and a quick, refreshing viewing of YT. I'm heading off to work early for a long day in the stock market with my clients. My husband of 44 yrs and I are here in AZ and are seriously looking at retirement in Idaho /Eastern WA. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Mennonite life! You so inspire me to do more! 😊🌵🙏❣
I would give so so so much for another morning cup of coffee! Enjoy yours for me! (: You have an interesting job! I'm fascinated! Best of wishes with your retirement!
You both are amazing. The love you have for each other is so apparent. I love to see little Zander so full of life and happy.Take care of yourself please I know how stressful your health issue can be my husband suffers from it as well.
The lines at DB are huge in my Oregon town too I m not a fan though😊 I prefer SB ...lol. Thank you for sharing your trip with us🙏🌺💙
thanks for watching! I'm sorry your husband has this as well, it makes it hard for not only him, but you all as well. It's not easy living with someone in a flare up... when all your activities revolve around them. I don't get your reference to SB (: enlighten me. LOL.
NJ Family Starbucks ( SB) 😊...I have teenagers and everything is abbreviated with this generation 😀 lol🌺🙏❤️
ha ha! yes, I must be getting old. I'm out of the loop. ha ha
Oh my goodness your baby boy is so precious! GOD Bless you and your beautiful family.
thank you, and blessings to you, too!
@@theMennoniteMom thank you so much ❤
Nolan's kindness brought tears to my eyes.
thanks (: mine too.
Such a sweet video! I loved seeing the family and where you lived and taught. Nolan is a sweetheart. He was so considerate to find a place to stay where you could be more comfortable. My father called that type of man a "keeper" and Nolan fits that description perfectly! 💕💕
Love seeing where you taught. I lived far enough from our church/school that it was too difficult for mom to pack up my triplet sisters and brother (they are 23 months apart in age) to take me to church school. I became a teacher and we sent my son to church school as long as they had grades for him to attend. Now...I would do whatever I had to in order to send my son to church school. Loved seeing your familyy having fun. :)
My son in law has a bad case of UC so I know what you are dealing with and my heart goes out to you. I’m praying for your complete healing. He is now looking into fecal transplant which apparently “cures” it for a good ten to fifteen years, if not permanently.
I am so so sorry. PLEASE do me a HUGE favor, and report to me by email if it helps him! I've considered this, but wasn't sure where to begin. I've heard a lot about it, but wasn't sure how the results pan out. Would love to hear how he does!
NJ Family I will update you! From what I have researched it is possible to get a transplant from someone you know. You could potentially get a transplant from Nolan. It sure does look like promising treatment, albeit shudder worthy. But hey, if it wasn’t from a stranger and it makes you healthy for the next 15 years? I’d do it. Many prayers for you, dear sister in the Lord
@@brightpurpleviking yes, one of those things you'd rather not think about, but if it works... I'd do anything! Really hope it's successful for him!
Oh Janine you had me crying in the beginning to have a love like you two have is so special. Thx for taking me along on your trip. You are an awesome UA-camr❤️🦋 Serious volleyball skills.😃
thanks for the encouragement! (: I'm really honored that you enjoy following our life... just two country bumpkins (three, I guess, LOL. Let's be real, Xander is truly the reason this channel has grown, ha ha!)
I enjoyed your video a lot! I have been wondering more about the Mennonite education system, thank you for explaining it a bit! Sounds similar to how my grandparents went to school during the 20's and 30's in rural Kentucky. They both had 8th grade educations and were the wisest people I'll probably ever know.
I'm glad you enjoyed! (: I was a little apprehensive about jumping into it, so thanks! Sounds like you had interesting Grandparents!
What a lovely story..y'all were definitely made for each other. Nolan know just what you need without being asked he is right there for you. Looking forward to part 3...this has been fun getting to know a little more about you both and Zander's goat head experience hurt like the very devil because if I am not mistaken it is a thorn weed that lays sort of flat on the ground and you don't see it until you step on it. Bless his heart, I know that hurt. Have a Blessed day.
Yes, God has been so good in answering prayers. I still can't believe I'm married to him some days! Yes you are right! those nasty little boogers hurt so terribly bad! they also stick in shoes and go up through sandals. So glad we don't have them in the east!
@@theMennoniteMom me too. When we lived in Texas we got a load of sheep manure to spread on our lawn and it wasn't long until those goat head thorns popped up. I guess the seeds were in the manure.
@@margaretbedwell58 oh no! Yes, crazy things will pass through a goat and still take root. Lol
@@theMennoniteMom We never could get rid of them and fortunately they didn't follow us to Virginia. haha
I just love your videos and learning more about the Mennonite way of life. I am so sorry that you did not feel well while you were there and I think Nolan is a wonderful man for knowing what you need without asking. OMG! Xander was so darn handsome in his outfit for the wedding!
thank you! I'm glad you enjoy! and I did kind of fall in love with his little suspenders, ha. but they were hard to keep up on his shoulders! a bit of a pain!
I’m here 2 years later! We used to live in Ontario OR! The scenery brought back so many memories! I kept looking for the butte in the valley! You must have been at different location in the valley. Beautiful country!
Very interesting! Yes, it was a bit further down the valley (:
I had tears for you, Jeanine! How well I know the stress of being away when bathrooms are much in demand and privacy is almost nonexistent, especially when you have a condition. So glad you have such a good man that looks out for you!😊💜 Zander is so precious!🥰
thank you! I'm sorry you have to know what this is like, but it is nice when people understand what it truly is like. No one really knows until they have walked in your shoes! thanks for watching!
This one made me cry! Xander in his little suit holding his daddy's hand... you telling us about Nolan getting the motel... taking little man to where his daddy proposed. I'm dead
thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed! Thanks for your kindness, and best of wishes with your studies! I've often thought going to college would be a great experience... have a lovely day!
@@theMennoniteMom I'm an ACT/SAT tutor (college admissions tests) :-) You might enjoy these!! oyc.yale.edu/ They're free. I did one on the psychology of happiness. It had mini-lectures on UA-cam that you would watch and little quizzes and stuff. It was really neat!
I loved this, probably my favorite vlog you've done. They are never too long. Love your family. You are a genuine beautiful person.
thank you so much! I appreciate your support and encouragement!
We homeschool and although I have never used the Mennonite curriculum, I have always heard good things about it. We use a different style of teaching, otherwise I probably would because it's no nonsense and affordable!
I like these kinds of vlogs, because although the how- tos and such are informative, these are the ones that are relatable, because we get to know you better.😊
thanks for that! I like hearing feed back as to what you all enjoy watching! I'm curious what your style of teaching is. I really enjoyed being a teacher! Thanks for watching!
We use the Charlotte Mason Method (literature based) curriculum.
@@kimmerrou interesting! haven't heard of it...
My mum homeschooled me and we used a literature based curriculum too (Sonlight) but it incorporated some Rod and Staff published books like Missionary Stories With the Millers, and several in that series. Good books, great stories, even for non-Mennonites! (And I personally didn’t enjoy many “Christian” books for grade school levels because they’re too didactic and preachy or too dry, but the ones I mentioned above were not boring!)
@@nachtegaelw5389 My children (and I) love Missions With the Miller's! For a long while they would want me to read one before bed. Just last week, my youngest "found" it and asked if we can read it again.😊
I love your story and exciting for part 3! Your vlogs don't need to be short! Will pray for your health!
You are really blessed with a great husband and a beautiful son!
thank you so much! yes, I am!
Aw, I know the emotions that come from having such a wonderful man who loves me too. I just love you and your little family. I enjoy the wholesome channel I can watch and feel good about. Have a blessed day!
thank you! so happy for you! there is nothing better in this world than being with someone that loves you and cares! thanks for being here!
Enjoyed this video, and part one, very much. We farmed 80 acres of hay in Ontario, on the slope, from 2006-2012. We really loved it there. Bought many pies from a Mennonite family on hwy 201. I believe they made cabinets . We are on the Idaho side now, I think heard your husband point out squaw butte. We are in Emmett now and see it every day when I go out my door. Thank you for your videos, really enjoy your honesty and openess.
This is so interesting! Yes, you live right in his area!
I love how open you are...everything you talked about: mornings being worst, sharing bathroom...I can relate! At least you are out there and traveling and living your life. I’ve struggled getting out for YEARS!
LOVE YOUR VLOGS! 💕
I'm so sorry! so very sorry. It has a way of just robbing your life and taking dreams and smashing them in the dirt! hugs to you! I struggle getting out as well. I was taking anti diarrhea pills just to get me through the long travelling days. I don't do that often, but when I really have to.
NJ Family The struggle is real. I just have faith, keep going...and sometimes carry extra clothes! ;)
I feel we are sisters! Enjoy your posts...they brighten my days! 🥰
we are like sisters! I need to do that as well. Extra clothes. I've fought the idea for so long, but it's good to do! hugs to you! we'll get through it!
I just love watching your videos and being able to watch all the beautiful changes in your lives! Xander is adorable!! And I absolutely loved the song playing in the background on the playground. I have tried very unsuccessfully to find the song and the artist could you please share that with me? Thank you for your time!❤️
I'm not sure which one it is. Try searching on epidemic sound. Where I get most my music
The beauty of your vlogs is not only from the scenery, but most of all, from the love and laughter that radiates from your souls. Bless you.
thank you!
Your family is such a light. Keep it real, Jeannie! 💝💝💝💝
thank you for the encouragement!
Zander is such a vibrant young man full of light and happiness. Love it... good job mom and dad.
I've noted that Mennonite women/moms are not afraid to get their hands dirty or tackle just about any project.
You are so sweet. I am so sorry for your struggle and so happy you have such loving support. 🙏🤗
thank you so much for caring! Hugs!
My oldest daughters family has land there. Many pretty camping and hunting trips on this lake....such breathtaking views.
Thanks for sharing all this beauty! I'm from Eugene, and been through Ontario a couple of times. I always love visiting Oregon. God bless you all and Zander's cheek!
thank you! yes, Oregon is so beautiful!
I am a retired Catholic school teacher. I loved having Christ at the center of all we did with our students. Taking them to Mass was always the highlight of my day. Thanks for sharing your special places with us.
Good for you! the world needs more teachers! (:
I can soooo relate to traveling with autoimmune issues and all the challenges. My husband was so good to take care of me that way too. It took great patience and planning and it meant so much that he didn't make me feel bad about my needs. We have been blessed! Lovely video.
I'm sorry you have autoimmune problems. It is hard! not only for us that have it, but for those that live with us! sounds like you have an incredible husband. When they don't make you feel bad, that means more than words can say! Because you already feel terrible for how it affects their life!
This is such a sweet blog! Thank you for sharing!
thanks for watching!
So easy to rip on by and not write much but your story is an inspiring one. Fears of the west turned to blessings. One common thread I'm seeing in recent years is how much the creator cares about humans.Im happy for you that maybe your prayers were answered and you don't have to live life alone.
thank you! Yes, God does care! it can be easy to forget sometimes, but it's a good reminder!
I love your vlogs! Can't wait for part 3! I'm so sorry that you wasn't feeling well on that trip! I can so relate! Not to that specific issue but I struggle very intensely daily with health issues. I hope you are feeling better now. May God bless you!
thank you so much! and I'm sorry you are dealing with health issues. It is just no fun no matter how you cut the cake. Hugs to you and hope you can find answers and healing!
I used a Mennonite curriculum for many years to homeschool my children. It was very straightforward & thorough. We enjoyed the time together very much, & when the kids did start public school, they tested a grade ahead.
thats really interesting!
This video made me cry. It is so awesome God blessed you with such an amazing man. I wondered how your health played out for you on this trip. So glad you shared with us. Love your videos. You have such an amazing spirit that just flows from this screen to my very heart. God bless your sweet heart. Thank you for sharing your realness with us. It helps people like me know that we all have struggles in this imperfect life. Hugs to you.
thank you for caring! Yes, I am so blessed to have such an amazing person to go with me through the tough times! God bless you!
Oh you look soooo pretty in that pinky red dress :) the colour really suits you !! It’s so lovely when your husband cares and goes sweet things that really mean the world xx
Oh my.. I so understand your problem. I had that, but then had surgery. Thought I was in the clear, then IBS hit! So I get it. People who don't suffer with bladder and bowel problems have no idea how this can affect your life. Staying calm helps, along with learning what foods set you off. Will lift you up in prayer. God bless.
I'm really sorry to hear about your struggles! Hugs and prayers to you as well!
Love these long vlogs! Thanks for sharing your trip down memory lane. We've used Christian Light in our homeschool and loved it, especially the math! I agree that it is advanced for the grade level.
As a fellow sufferer with a chronic illness, I get your tears about the hotel room. What a kind, supportive husband you have - a good gift from above.
I'm glad you enjoyed! Yes, Christian Light has a great curriculum, although I haven't taught much of it. I'm sorry you have a chronic illness as well. Hugs to you! it's tough!
I am writing on my wife's page. We live in Ontario, Or.! We have known the owners of Jolts and Juice for about as long as we have lived here (43 yrs). We aren't Mennonite but are Christians so can relate very much with what you say. My wife taught our three children at home all the way through high school. Keep up sharing your life and faith! Robert Douglas
how super interesting! I think Jolts and Juice is just the best of all coffee shops. The atmoshere, the people.... (: Blessings and thanks for watching!
You made me cry just then. I feel for you so very much! I pray that your health gets better !!! I have ms,so i feel you in every way! Thank you for making fun and interesting content! You are a BEAUTIFUL person Jeannine!❤God Bless you and your beautiful family 4ever 🥰
Love Jenny in Norway 🇧🇻🤠❤
thank you, Jenny. Blessings to you!
I'm so glad you left the part where you starting crying because you were explaining how incredible and amazing your husband is. I do appreciate that and I bet your husband does as well. It's such an husband appreciation moment and it's awesome. Just to add how you met and where the proposal happen is just ❤❤😭
thank you. (: I'm glad you liked the video. It was a tough time, and it meant so much that he cared and looked out for me without me asking.
All young people would like this style of schooling. Love your blog.
thank you!
This may have been my favorite video yet! TFS...Never too long. I especially loved seeing how your husband anticipates your needs and cares for you. And learning more about your life experiences and Mennonite school system.
thank you so much! yes, I love him so much! He has taken such good care of me it blows me away. Thanks for watching and caring! Have a lovely day!
Awwwe your husband is so considerate . You are one lucky girl to have him . Take good care of him and your health as well . Stay blessed
thank you! yes, I am one lucky girl! I will do my best! 😘
I love love XanMans suspenders first off!!! They are so adorable on him and he is just the cutest thing. I love where you and said "and 7 years later here you are"....and he says "oh" I chuckled on that one😂 I just love how real and open your videos are...you show the beauty of life but your not afraid of show the times of struggle either and that somehow helps in my own everyday life.
thanks for your feedback! I will try to remember that in the future. I often shy away from sharing some of the hard things I face, with my health especially, because I feel so weak and like I'm only pitying myself. so thank you, and glad you enjoyed! yes, I fell in love with his little suspenders, although I will say... they are a pain to wear! always slipping off! LOL
I have a friend with your health issue so I get it. I want to give you a really big hug right now!! Nolan is indeed amazing. So pleased he's looking out for you and you got a room to yourselves ❤❤❤
thank you so much! Hug accepted! (: thanks for caring!
Awe sweet that Nolan loves you so much and you him. Why we all love your videos. We know life isn’t perfect but love covers the imperfections. Praying your health improves.
thank you so much! yes, we have our struggles for sure! But I thank God we can face them together!
I liked the video! Not too long. It is refreshing to see how you two love and appreciate each other. Did bless you.
Glynny from upstate NY
thank you so much! glad you enjoyed! God bless!
You have such a beautiful family! I love how real and grounded you all are! Favorite quote - "fresh and pre diabetic"! Haha - cracked me right up! Looking forward to Part 3 too.
lol, thank you! yes, Nolan comes up with the quirkiest stuff... lol
Loved this video. Thanks for sharing your memories. ❤❤😊😊🙏🙏
I just love watching Xander!! Those little legs go 90 miles an hour!! Such joy!!
they sure do!
Such a sweet video can't wait for part 3! ❤
I loved this story to and I’ve not seen one of those toy horses for years. I just want you to keep going, you are such a blessed family, please , no tears, you will always be safe and loved. 💞💞💞
thank you! (: yes, we are and I'm blessed to have a wonderful family!
I just love your channel! So glad I came across it. I grew up in Eastern WA -the scenery you shared where you got engaged looks a lot the same. 😊
Thank you for sharing, so many of your videos have been an encouragement to me. 💕
Thank you for that! Yes, it is would look similar to parts of Washington! Thanks for watching!
I sympathize with you! I have IBS with constipation, (TMI!) and know somewhat what you are going through! I cried for you...your husband is awesome! God has blessed you with a beautiful son and a husband who obviously loves and cherishes you. ❤
thank you, and I'm so sorry you have IBS. it is no fun whatsoever! hugs!
I loved this vlog!! That was amazingly sweetw of your hubby to take u to a hotel!!! I hope you get to feeling better! 💖💖
thanks so much!
I love your vlogs and they are not too long. You have a beautiful spirit and you're a pleasure to watch. Your sense of humor is so much fun.
thank you! So honored that you enjoy following us country bumpkins around. (: have a blessed day!
I hope you’re feeling better. I’ve been through so many stomach tests and have another set for Monday. Been in constant pain since July 5th and it’s so frustrating. Praying for you.
I am so sorry to hear this! it is very frustrating and hard! hugs to you! Prayers!
I just want you to know that I absolutely LOVE your channel!! You are so lively and funny and inspiring! It is so nice to see a great christian (mennonite) family on youtube! I literally sit and watch at my desk at work!! (don't tell them) lol Oh, and don't keep the vlogs short!! I LOVE the long ones!!
LOL, I won't tell if you don't! Ha ha. Glad you enjoy! It makes me feel humbled and honored all at the same time, because really, we're just normal farm kids trying to find our way in this world! (: have a lovely day!
Loved watching this! I have family in Prairie City, Oregon and Portland. I now live in Ontario, Canada. Oregon is beautiful country!
The school system in which you taught is wonderful. The smaller the class the more learning gets done. I’m all for it. Thank you for the tour and the explanation of the schooling. God bless you and your sweet family.
I was raised in Prairie City! I now live ion Paris, France but my family still lives in Prairie. What a small world!
brittney swartzendruber, did you know anyone with the last name of Brainard or Voigt?
@@allisonshaw6520 Yes! I know both. I used to work for the Voigts and so did my brother. Carl and Carol Voigt were like our grandparents.
Carol and Carl are my Aunt and Uncle. 😃🌹
@Allisonshaw thank you! I don't believe I was ever in Prairie City, but yes it is beautiful! thanks for your support and encouragement!
Stop already, you had me in tears, to have an understanding husband like yours is such a huge factor when dealing with gut issues. All of us who deal with IBS can also relate to you..Loved this Vlog by the way!!
thank you! I'm sorry you have IBS as well, it can be so trying some days!
I just want to say you can be real with me anytime! My husband has IBS so I understand about the one bathroom problem. Love you and your family you are all very sweet!
thank you! I'm sorry he has IBS. It's not easy! Thanks for your kindness!
Every house should have two bathrooms for the people that have GI issues. Our family has needed 4 at times and praying that we didn't run out of toilet paper.
Love your vlogs they are never too long
thank you kindly!
That is an amazing hubby!!!! Enjoy him to the fullest!!!! My hubby was US navy & I did not enjoy him home enough. Now that I am a widow. - I know what I missed
Stephanie Lee I’m sorry for your loss. Thanks to your husband for his service.
I'm so sorry for your loss, Stephanie! I can't imagine losing my hubby and best friend! Thanks to your husband and family for your sacrifice and his service.
He died on our daughter’s 14th birthday. It was rough. But she and I have made it through!!!
@@stephanielee6279 I'm so sorry to hear that! What a sad memory to have on a birthday! Hugs!!
You guys are so sweet! Love this story and to see the raw side! Praying you feel better!! 🙏🏼😊❤️
thank you!
Boise, ID and Ontario, OR....ahhh, the memories. I'd love to return, perhaps to move there, too. Thank you for sharing your life. xoxoxo
you lived there? (:
Nice Video...i don't mind them being long...you make them so interesting and leaving me wanting more...cant wait for part three...
thank you! I'm glad you enjoy!
I just recently started watching your videos. I completely understand everything you are dealing with UC. My husband had it several years before finally going into remission with the help of medicine. It also tends to do other damage that you cant see. Many prayers, your husband sounds like a sweet man!
I'm so sorry he has this, but very happy he is in remission! I dream of the day I can be there as well.
Your worried about videos being long yet we watch from start to finish. Being Christian myself I enjoy your vlog I follow a few Mennonite channels and love the fact your so family oriented
thank you! Well I'm glad you enjoy, and it's an honor to have you here!
Aww I love the west...it's so beautiful! I lived in South Dakota for part of my life. Would love to move west again sometime. I will be waiting for part three. 🙂
South Dakota is beautiful! we would love to move out again as well. Thanks for watching!
Always fun to follow along! I love how Nolan takes care of you❤ hope your feeling better!
thank you! yes, he does such a good job at it!
Thanks for taking us along for the ride, it was very interesting!. I understand how the Christian education works... it is about presenting and reinforcing the curriculum, it isn't that different because you are not creating the material.... but teaching is a job anywhere you do it ;)
thanks for coming along! Yes, teaching is a job anywhere you do it. so true!
As one who has lived on both American coasts, I prefer the West. (Though my favorite Eastern state is your Pennsylvania.)
I think the reason there are so many coffee hounds where you were visiting, is that the coffee craze started in Seattle. That's my understanding, anyway. The whole Northwest is drawn into it. Even my rural little corner of NW California.
I loved this video. Good example of what a Christian marriage should br, regardless of church affiliation.
Now I'm off to find Part One. I didn't know it existed.
I would agree with you! I love the West! But circumstances have kept us back east and we do love it here! Yes, my husband told me that Seattle has a huge influence of all the coffee out west! I wish it would continue to back here! LOVE COFFEE!!! Thanks for watching! God bless!
Blesses my soul! You two are amazing!
thanks for watching!
Lovely video. I agree. I love living in the light of my child’s eyes too. Can’t wait to see part 3. 💞
thank you! It makes the world more exciting, doesn't it?
Thank you soooooo much for some much needed smiles seeing the love and happiness in your life, just what I needed!
you are welcome! and thanks for watching! Hugs to you with whatever you are going through!
I was crying with you ! I too am married to a wonderful understanding man !!!! He has hung in there with kindness, understanding and love for over 20 years !! Marriage to someone with Crohns and RA is so difficult!!! I thank God my honey loves me through all the bad days , hospital stays, surgeries and treatments!!! God bless !
I'm so sorry to hear of your health problems! so tough but it sounds like you too have an incredible man! It makes the pains so much easier! hugs!
What a sweet look back!
I love your channel. You are so natural and fun to watch. You have a wonderful husband and little boy and watching you is very uplifting. I love your life and find it refreshing to follow someone who is so dedicated to God and all that involves. Stay happy.
thank you for your encouragement and for blessings us here on this channel! Cheers!
Love your videos! Always puts a smile on my face. Your little boy is just so precious. He reminds me a lot of my son when he was little. Now my son is 18 years old. :)
awww... they grow quickly don' they. If only time didn't move so fast!
As a Christian public school teacher, I really enjoyed learning more about the Mennonite school. Thank you for your vlogs. Keep them long!
thanks so much! and keep up the good work impacting young lives! (:
We homeschooled until 8th grade we used Rod & Staff, a very conservative Mennonite curriculum, and my boys tested out as above high school level when they started in a Christian school at 9th grade. We used Saxon Math too. But I agree, academically they were way ahead of their peers.
yes, Rod and Staff is very conservative, I've used their curriculum, and while there are things I don't like about them, they do a great job academically!
I enjoyed this video sooo very much!! Looking forward to seeing part 3 of your trip!! Watching this video and the first one about your trip, has me really excited for the end of August, because my husband and I our going to Missouri for a week to celebrate our first anniversary, which was back in June!!! 😄😊😁👍
oh fun! well happy anniversary and enjoy your time in Missouri! sounds like fun!
Awwww . . . many emotions arose throughout this lovely vlog.
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing. I taught there at the Payette school too many years ago. Thanks for the tour. :) I remember Nolan just a little from when I was there but he was quite a bit younger- not sure he was even in the youth at the time? I too, moved from PA to ID to teach and met my husband, Garrett there. So crazy. I think we have a very similar story. Lol I actually taught your sis-in-law Harmony when she was in 2nd grade I think? Small world.
that is crazy! I will have to mention it to Nolan. He will be interested in this!
Thanks for being real... 🙏😊🤗
thank you! (: