Hi Jeanine. What a wonderful video. I am so glad that you shared this trip with us. Like I said before you remind me of myself in so many ways, even your selection of sunglasses. I lost a pair like the light lenses one you chose. I have been searching for another pair. I guess I will have to find a truck stop! Ha. What a blessing you are. I loved your reunion with Nolan and Xander😭.
The end had me in tears!! I don’t know if I speak for all of us here, but I truly felt like we took this journey with you. Gods Grace and Goodness by your side, and the fact through it all you took moments to appreciate the Glory of God, just is such a sweet encouragement for us all as we go through difficult times! Xx
I so understand your choice to go it alone. I also know you weren't alone as the God of the mountain and valleys was right there beside you! I'm amazed at the tenacity He has given you! I pray for healing in your body! Blessings to you and the family!
It was International Womans day this week - every year I think of an unsung woman who inspires me, that is courageous and brave, a woman who against difficulty and struggle doesn’t let anything hold her back and puts God first in her life. This year without a doubt you’re my woman of inspiration! Thank you for showing how determined we can be for the love of family! Xx God bless you.
Even though this journey already happened I cheered you on with tears while you journey to where you needed to be. Love, hugs and prayers for you, Nolan, Xander and Nolan's family.
@@theMennoniteMom I know what it's like to lose a father to cancer. I did in 2014. I took him to all his appointments and watched my dad as he took his last breath.
I confess, I kept thinking...."turn around and go back home.....they'll understand".....then I saw Nolan reach for you and understood how much he needed you there. You are certainly his helpmeet; even when it's work and sacrifice. May our Lord bless your family always.
I am so glad you made it. The Lord truly carried you through. I’m going to have my daughter sit down and watch. She’s currently dealing with stomach issues and can hardly eat anything. She feels so alone and is so angry others don’t understand (teenage girls can be cruel). Thanks for putting yourself out there for others to know they aren’t alone. I know Satan tends to target us in our struggles and whispers that word, you are the only one! Thanks for being an encouragement for those who need it and show them they can get through this with the Lords help! God Bless. We are also so very sorry for you loss.
You are just an incredibly strong young woman, Janine, to undertake this journey on your own. I admire your perseverance and your ability to handle all the various problems you had to deal with along the way. And the cold and snowy weather has not been the best for this kind of trip. I will admit that you had me smiling every time your "heavenly" music played in the background as you walked past the Cinnabons. Your music throughout the video was just outstanding. I hope that producing this video helped you process a lot of your emotions about this trip. Stay strong! Your family, community, and the world all need your light.
I also felt like we took this trip with you. I was yelling, “No, No, No” when you locked yourself out of the truck. Praise God you arrived safely. Loved your music. My hands were in the air praising our Lord. He was right there with you on this trip. You, Jeanette, are an inspiration.
Jeanine, I am tearing up with relief. You wouldn't believe how many times I've thought about you and worried about you. When you held Nolan and Xander, I was so HAPPY! I love you and your family. You are a blessing to me.
You are so strong and brave! You drove through snowstorms with a trailer on your own while having health troubles AND truck troubles just for being with your husband in very hard times. You are just amazing, the way you persevere and love. Amazing!!
I had a feeling you chose to go alone, and I get it! I am so sorry for the reason for this series and yet I am so very invested and interested in it-isn't it funny how strong we find ourselves to be as woman in situations that are turbulent BUT we know we have to press on and get through it. Your a determined tough chic, I so admire you!
This made me cry from the very beginning. And sobbed 😭 from Wyoming through till the end. I can only imagine what Nolan's strong arms felt like finally! It was rough but God cleared the way. I'm so grateful for God's provision for you. Bless you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I also so sympathize with your GI issues, as I also suffer from pretty severe IBS-D. I used to drive every single weekend to my Mom's (She had dementia and I would basically kind of mom-sit her all weekend) - 100 miles one way every single weekend for 3 years. Can't tell you how embarrassing so many of those trips were with "accidents" and what not. I will pray for you that your health will improve. My husband also has ulcerative colitis, so we both understand only too well. God bless you and your beautiful family!
God was with you every leg of your journey, Janine! I’m so glad you got to your family safely. I had tears in my eyes when you finally got to see one another. God is so good!
“Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.” James 1:2-4 NLT I thought of this scripture watching this video, wow so many trials you endured!! Thanks for taking us along, I’m sorry that eating gives you so much trouble. It reminds me to not take it for granted!! May the Lord heal you and richly bless you and your family.
Oh, Jeannine, how brave you were! You know, of course, that you were never really alone. I worshipped with you to that beautiful music and my eyes filled with tears when you finally reached your family. God is so good! Blessings!
Dear Jeanine, my sincere condolences to you and Nolan as you mourn for his dad. May the Lord comfort and uphold you all in your bereavement. He upheld you in your difficult journey out to Oregon, and He will surely be with you in the days ahead. PS I enjoyed the view of the Midwest, flat as they may be. Michigan was my home for much of my growing years, and Chicago and Iowa were my home during college. After moving down South in 1987, I was glad to get away from the harsh winters. But, oh, my. I didn't expect warm fuzzies while looking at your videos of the snowy flat landscape. They are a beauty unto themselves. Thank you for the video footage.
Bless you dear sister! I’m a nurse and my heart just goes out to you. I’ve lived my life in a car visiting patients and given your health challenges I just pray your needs are met. Godspeed
Hello from Omaha, Nebraska. What a journey you had. I'm a 64 year momma to 14 children and I've always been seriously allergic to driving in these snow storms out here. You're one strong cookie! The mountains are truly God's country.
U r amazing!!!!!! What a WOMAN!!!Might as well compare it to a trek in a covered wagon blazing the Oregon Trail....and with irritable bowel! At least ur covered wagon had a throne room! im a grandmom of 78 yrs who has irritable bowel and Crohns....ur struggle with food and the horrible payment if u break over is real....with the stress u were under, it was truly The Grace of God that u even made it....it is a serious disease one no one can understand unless they experience it! Thanku for being vulnerable and real and caring enough for others in hopes that it in someway gives a blessing! I was BLESSED! ... and im so sorry u struggle with this disease, but it showed me that im not alone! Thanku!!!!
You are an amazing woman. I have to tell you, your trip made me feel a lot better. I am constantly, everyday asking God to ease the pain, not too much bathroom needs, help with Migraines and do much. I am sorry it was so difficult for you. I understand fully and I am so glad that you are Blessed. God is always present and I will never understand how some people manage without him. My deepest sympathy to your family and may God continue to Bless, Protect and Guide you all.
Sweet Jeanine ❤ Never ever apologize for a little "wining". We know what stress and pressure you were under with everything going on. Love your honesty. ❤❤ Stumbled across this poem, and thought of you. ~ Shining Sign In front of the house there's a sign, A genuine smile that knows how to shine When people walk by, they eagerly wave, They stop to talk, conversations they crave. When harsh winters arrive, the sign remains, Clears the snow, and fights through its pains Greets every friend and stranger that walks by, With a warm smile, and a wave in the sky. They all line up to talk to the sign, Like it's some kind of sacred shrine. This sign is special, attracts people like glue, With a very kind heart, the sign is You! ❤
I really really admire your strength, determination and courage to take that long trip alone. I am terrified of traveling since we had a accident while I was pregnant some years ago. Thanks for sharing this trip. Means so much to me to see you share with us all, your life, your struggles,( which are a part of everybody's life) grieve, joy of seeing your family again.
I legit cried at that reunion. I could feel the warmth and love of that hug between you and your husband, and the sheer joy of your little boy crushing you with his love. May God continue to bless you in greater ways every single day ❤️
On Janine At the end I had tears in my eyes, you are definitely a special person. I felt so tense on your journey , and when you thought the keys were locked inside well my darling I was so glad when you found them in your van. Take care and keep safe all of you. God bless 👵x
Not only are you the bravest woman ever, but the most innovative! I hope by the time you are reading this post your issues have cleared up. My prayers have been with you!
I took a trip from Indiana to Washington state once. That's a long trip. I didn't want to go anywhere for a long time. Thankfully I didn't have to return home for two months. Glad you were safe. The Lord is merciful!
I held it together thru the two videos but finally lost it at the end of video 2 when your wonderful husband reached out his arms to give you the biggest hug ever. I’m sure neither of you wanted to let go of the other. But your little guy’s face, his jumping out of the truck and wrapping his arms and legs around so so tight was so moving. You are one of most strongest women I have ever “met” to do that trip alone. God truly gave you strength and an abundance of love. Prayers to Nolan’s family and most definitely to the three of you💖👏 👼 Bless you all.
Thank you so much for taking us along on this epic journey. I felt every struggle and triumph with you. You are a resilient woman, and the Lord was walking all the way with you. That final shot with your husband and precious boy...! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Phew....I travelled every arduous mile with you Jeanine! At least I got to see lots of American countryside that I will never see. So glad you made it safely to your precious family
Happy it was a safe trip. Just happy memories of me doing the bathroom runs with camping trips with my grandpa. I was child that peed a lot. My grandpa would stop lwt me run to the camper and then stop 5 miles down the road for me to get back into the truck. We had a spider web in furnace that prevented us to have a heater one trip. Thank you for happy tears of the memories.
Janinne, you are an inspiration! I’m sure the stress of traveling alone and being away from your boys hasn’t helped your health situation. The music choices have been perfect for your road trip. Such beautiful country... I love traveling. Watching the reunion with the boys!!! I’m not crying... sending continued prayers to you all.
The heavenly chorus when you ate the deviled egg...so funny! 😂😂😂 God is certainly watching out for you! I drove across the country with my son when he was 6 months old, so I can relate so much. I didn't do it in the snow though!
I could not wait for part 2!!! I was cheering for you the whole way and so glad when you finally made it to Oregon. I know the feeling from your husbands side. From PA to Missoula MT when my mom died how glad I was to see my husband when he got there. Also I understand some journeys we have to make alone...God heard your prayers.
Bravo Jeanine!!!! Driving across so many states with a truck & camper, in cold temperatures and snow!!! God definitely had your back the entire trip!!! My heart dropped a few times - the heater in the camper, exchanging propane tanks, changing fuses, getting the heater repaired only to have the battery warning light come on, oh my!! Then hardly eating, sleeping, functioning with bouts of UC flair ups, having to pull over on the highway, and grieving. I’m so glad to see you made it safely and had such a warm reception waiting for you. Sending love & prayers to you dear sister ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Thank you heavenly Father for getting our sister in Christ back to the arms of her husband and son...Oh God , you are true and faithful , and we praise You O Lord our God...So happy for you sister , for when you are weak , He is your strength...xox...
I think your so brave doing that journey by yourself, it looked difficult but something you wanted to do for various reasons. Hilarious the music you played over the cinnamon buns and coffee, I feel your pain. 😆 I used to drive myself to my daughter when they lived in London which was just over 500mls from me and I thought that was great, I enjoyed being on my own and loved that journey, they live 20mins from me now. When you finally arrive and were in Nolan and Zanders arms I was so emotional for you. I'm glad you arrived safely. Take care. ❤️
Bless your heart!! I've driven truck since 1981 and even took my first two babies in the truck with me! I know what that took for me to do & the strength & determination to see each trip thru. It was incredibly stressful sometimes so I can relate to your nerves, etc. But... YOU DID IT! You got where you needed to be for your family & THAT'S what matters most. We all prayed for you on your journey & I believe that makes a difference. But, truly... even without your brother making the trip with you... you were NEVER REALLY ALONE. But you know that, don't you? !! But I'm so glad you arrived safely & I'm sure your "boys" were sure glad when you pulled in. Thanks for sharing this with us. You stayed so calm... you really should go back (even tho you do your own editing), go watch yourself make that trip. The weather, your personal issues, the circumstances for the trip... all of it. And you were so calm. I'm so proud of you! I'd say GOD BLESS right now... but its glaringly apparent that he already does. I'd hug you if I could. Be well... safe travels back home. 🤗🤗🤗🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
What an amazing woman of faith you are...ur encouragement and ur story unfolding is amazing...I could never do that trip alone...prayers sister to you and your family🙏🏻🙏🏻❣️
what a challenge to travel under these different circumstances, but praise the Lord! thanks for the songs - greetings from New Hampshire where the snow has melted!
Massive ordeal! I don’t know how you did it other than God’s grace. I teared up when I watched your reunion at the end! I’m so so thankful you made it safely. I just said a prayer for your family as you are still I’m sure grieving.
I chuckled when you said lots of people commented that you shouldn't be alone. I watched part one and the thought never crossed my mind! Mennonite girls can do stuff!
I’m glad you got there safe and sound, loved seeing the reunion with your husband and son, you are a strong and faithful woman, God bless you and your family!🤗
You are an incredibly strong woman! What a challenging trip but you pushed through and carried on! I am in awe of you! Not sure I could do that trip by.myself! Blessings to all!
What a trip! I couldn't have done it. I truly am in awe if your strength, courage, patience, and faith. Thank you for being so open about your trials. It is so inspiring.
Love you Jeanine. Who needs netflix? What a gift you have been blessed with. In the cold and discomfort of the journey you took the time to set up the camera and film with the drone and then to put it all together...wow!! Your authenticity is comparable to stories of people of faith in scripture. "When you are tried by fire, you come out like gold" Shalom sister
Devil Eggs are my favorite!!! You made me laugh when you said filling up the truck with “gas”. I was like oh no diesel please. Lol 😆 You are independent like I am. I can understand wanting to take that journey alone. We are never alone when Christ abides :))
This just popped up and I thought I would watch. You are a brave woman to make that drive and continued driving through the weather. I loved the music your sister-in-law sent to you and would love to know more who and the hymns. My one son has and my heart went out to you because I him go through the same thing. Instant mashed potatoes were about the only he could eat, so I made sure I was also stocked on them. sorry for the loss of your FIL and so thankful you made it safe. What a journey. Thanks for sharing and being real during this video. Blessings
@@theMennoniteMom Thanks for responding I am not sure what happened to my comment glad you were able to read it. He has and is much better now with his meds. . It was scary at first because of what they told us he was facing.
Thanks for sharing this heart-warming video of your trip. You are so strong. Glad you got there safely. First time I have seen your channel and I have subscribed.
On the one hand you crack me up - one the other hand I so feel for you - over all I just admire you for driving that distance! I dreaded trips to Pittsburgh - 4 hours of BORING - without any health issues..... so you caved there, at least it was not doughnuts :) Those Idaho clouds were a sight as well!
Not a depressing video at all, it was a great video ‼️ i’ll say it again, you are amazing, driving with an Rv , filming , problems & the weather , wow ‼️
Your videos are absolutely amazing! I can literally feel the emotions as you're going through them. You, my dear, are so inspiring. My prayers are always with you. I am here in WA state, so your husband's family isn't too far from me. I would love to be friends with you. You're so genuine. ❤️ God be with you and your family.
So happy you got there safe. Thank God! Honestly had tears of Joy for you all when you got to hug each other again. Now time for the healing. Stay safe. God Bless you all!
I hope you are proud of yourself for accomplishing the journey of a lifetime with such faith and trust. The moment you got to see Nolan and Xander was such a fitting reward-so sweet! My mentally challenged son who suffers with debilitating anxiety and depression watched with me and asked how you could remain so cheerful despite all the setbacks. My answer was that you believe in God and that makes all the difference. I am glad you had a better trip back home with your wonderful husband and son to accompany you.
Hey there! I’m a younger woman from Canada. It’s nice to finally leave a comment! Your videos are so special and are so calming in what seems like a really busy world. The kind, gentle energy you exert is something that I think most good people strive to have. I know I do. I have been watching you for about 4 months now, and I have stopped watching several other channels after watching yours. Just top notch. Among the great traits that you obviously have, you are an amazing editor! I mean seriously! I run a small arts school in my community and had to make a promotional video... it was so challenging!!! A nightmare! Lol Thank you for sharing. Ps- happy tears flowed while you finally reunited with your family. How special that moment was!
You are amazing, I have laughed, cried and prayed as I watched your journey to your family. You are so brave and you have proven you can do anything with God with you. Hope you are feeling better.
Dear Jannine I am so in awe of our inspirational friend - you did great - BUT - you scared the living daylights out of me when you locked yourself out of the truck!!! 😲 Well done and blessings to you all. It was so heartwarming to see you all reunited at the end of your epic journey even though it was in such sad circumstances. Look after each other. Love Janice x
I’m watching your videos and thinking”how is she getting that shot from the sky?.. oh a drone ok.. “ “Well how is she getting the shots of the truck and camper driving by!??” All by yourself!!?? Putting your camera out in the snow and then driving by? Oh my lord ... burrr!!! Girl you deserve an award for all you went through on this trip! So sorry for your loss 😔🙏🏻
whew, what a journey! my husband (rare evening viewing time) laughed at all my verbal responses 😆 like "no you didnt!" at your coffessional 😆 Those clouds in the end fastforward roadclips were amazing :) I know there were sooo many emotions on this trip....hope you have been able to breathe a little deeper and process all the things now that youre home.
Janine, God has blessed you with such a gift for film making and story telling. This was beautiful. Have you ever thought of making a full length documentary film?
You are an inspiration! - and still able to make us laugh even in the midst of such heartache! Been waiting all week for your part 2! So glad you knew God with you on your journey and arrived safely. Praying for you and Nolan. Knowing somewhat of your heartache- my husband lost his dad suddenly last April to covid, and his mum the summer before to cancer.
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I can't wait for the next Video 🤝❤
Hi Jeanine. What a wonderful video. I am so glad that you shared this trip with us. Like I said before you remind me of myself in so many ways, even your selection of sunglasses. I lost a pair like the light lenses one you chose. I have been searching for another pair. I guess I will have to find a truck stop! Ha. What a blessing you are. I loved your reunion with Nolan and Xander😭.
You are brave and a amazing Godly Woman. Thank you for giving us that encouragement!
That is so hard, I am excited for part 3
Wow. That is scary. The grace of God has been with you. 😅😓😬🙏🙏
The end had me in tears!! I don’t know if I speak for all of us here, but I truly felt like we took this journey with you. Gods Grace and Goodness by your side, and the fact through it all you took moments to appreciate the Glory of God, just is such a sweet encouragement for us all as we go through difficult times! Xx
Thank you! God bless!
For sure!
WOW! You are amazing! I would have been terrified to do that drive by myself. You are a very faithful and strong woman! I am in AWE!
🤣 you weren't supposed to see this till Friday! Lol. Trying to get it approved from skillshare. Thank you!
@@theMennoniteMom OOPS!!!
Amen
I so understand your choice to go it alone. I also know you weren't alone as the God of the mountain and valleys was right there beside you! I'm amazed at the tenacity He has given you! I pray for healing in your body! Blessings to you and the family!
Amen!Lydia...seller of purple in the Bible! 😊
It was International Womans day this week - every year I think of an unsung woman who inspires me, that is courageous and brave, a woman who against difficulty and struggle doesn’t let anything hold her back and puts God first in her life. This year without a doubt you’re my woman of inspiration! Thank you for showing how determined we can be for the love of family! Xx God bless you.
Even though this journey already happened I cheered you on with tears while you journey to where you needed to be. Love, hugs and prayers for you, Nolan, Xander and Nolan's family.
Thank you!
@@theMennoniteMom I know what it's like to lose a father to cancer. I did in 2014. I took him to all his appointments and watched my dad as he took his last breath.
I confess, I kept thinking...."turn around and go back home.....they'll understand".....then I saw Nolan reach for you and understood how much he needed you there. You are certainly his helpmeet; even when it's work and sacrifice. May our Lord bless your family always.
I am so glad you made it. The Lord truly carried you through. I’m going to have my daughter sit down and watch. She’s currently dealing with stomach issues and can hardly eat anything. She feels so alone and is so angry others don’t understand (teenage girls can be cruel). Thanks for putting yourself out there for others to know they aren’t alone. I know Satan tends to target us in our struggles and whispers that word, you are the only one! Thanks for being an encouragement for those who need it and show them they can get through this with the Lords help! God Bless. We are also so very sorry for you loss.
Well said! Steve!
You are just an incredibly strong young woman, Janine, to undertake this journey on your own. I admire your perseverance and your ability to handle all the various problems you had to deal with along the way. And the cold and snowy weather has not been the best for this kind of trip. I will admit that you had me smiling every time your "heavenly" music played in the background as you walked past the Cinnabons. Your music throughout the video was just outstanding. I hope that producing this video helped you process a lot of your emotions about this trip. Stay strong! Your family, community, and the world all need your light.
well said! Rosie!
I also felt like we took this trip with you. I was yelling, “No, No, No” when you locked yourself out of the truck. Praise God you arrived safely. Loved your music. My hands were in the air praising our Lord. He was right there with you on this trip. You, Jeanette, are an inspiration.
Jeanine, I am tearing up with relief. You wouldn't believe how many times I've thought about you and worried about you. When you held Nolan and Xander, I was so HAPPY! I love you and your family. You are a blessing to me.
Thank you for caring! It felt so good to be with them again!
You are so strong and brave! You drove through snowstorms with a trailer on your own while having health troubles AND truck troubles just for being with your husband in very hard times. You are just amazing, the way you persevere and love. Amazing!!
Praise God, you made it!! Loved seeing your reunion with your husband and son. You are one strong lady.
You did it!!!! Praising God for your the grace, safety, and oomph He gave you for that longgggg trek!
I had a feeling you chose to go alone, and I get it! I am so sorry for the reason for this series and yet I am so very invested and interested in it-isn't it funny how strong we find ourselves to be as woman in situations that are turbulent BUT we know we have to press on and get through it. Your a determined tough chic, I so admire you!
This made me cry from the very beginning. And sobbed 😭 from Wyoming through till the end. I can only imagine what Nolan's strong arms felt like finally! It was rough but God cleared the way. I'm so grateful for God's provision for you. Bless you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I also so sympathize with your GI issues, as I also suffer from pretty severe IBS-D. I used to drive every single weekend to my Mom's (She had dementia and I would basically kind of mom-sit her all weekend) - 100 miles one way every single weekend for 3 years. Can't tell you how embarrassing so many of those trips were with "accidents" and what not. I will pray for you that your health will improve. My husband also has ulcerative colitis, so we both understand only too well. God bless you and your beautiful family!
I'm so sorry. It's really tough having these issues. Blessings to you for taking care of your mom when when in such a condition
God was with you every leg of your journey, Janine! I’m so glad you got to your family safely. I had tears in my eyes when you finally got to see one another. God is so good!
“Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.”
James 1:2-4 NLT
I thought of this scripture watching this video, wow so many trials you endured!! Thanks for taking us along, I’m sorry that eating gives you so much trouble. It reminds me to not take it for granted!! May the Lord heal you and richly bless you and your family.
Oh, Jeannine, how brave you were! You know, of course, that you were never really alone. I worshipped with you to that beautiful music and my eyes filled with tears when you finally reached your family. God is so good! Blessings!
Home is being reunited with your husband and child. So glad that you made it safe and sound. Prayers for Nalon and his family 🙏🙏🙏
Dear Jeanine, my sincere condolences to you and Nolan as you mourn for his dad. May the Lord comfort and uphold you all in your bereavement. He upheld you in your difficult journey out to Oregon, and He will surely be with you in the days ahead.
PS I enjoyed the view of the Midwest, flat as they may be. Michigan was my home for much of my growing years, and Chicago and Iowa were my home during college. After moving down South in 1987, I was glad to get away from the harsh winters. But, oh, my. I didn't expect warm fuzzies while looking at your videos of the snowy flat landscape. They are a beauty unto themselves. Thank you for the video footage.
Bless you dear sister! I’m a nurse and my heart just goes out to you. I’ve lived my life in a car visiting patients and given your health challenges I just pray your needs are met. Godspeed
Thank you my friend! I will get through it!
Hello from Omaha, Nebraska. What a journey you had. I'm a 64 year momma to 14 children and I've always been seriously allergic to driving in these snow storms out here. You're one strong cookie! The mountains are truly God's country.
So thankful you made it..I don't think I could emotionally watched a part 3..tears of joy now....❤️
Would you be willing to share your
Playlist for both episodes of your tough travels? Thank you!
U r amazing!!!!!! What a WOMAN!!!Might as well compare it to a trek in a covered wagon blazing the Oregon Trail....and with irritable bowel! At least ur covered wagon had a throne room! im a grandmom of 78 yrs who has irritable bowel and Crohns....ur struggle with food and the horrible payment if u break over is real....with the stress u were under, it was truly The Grace of God that u even made it....it is a serious disease one no one can understand unless they experience it! Thanku for being vulnerable and real and caring enough for others in hopes that it in someway gives a blessing! I was BLESSED! ... and im so sorry u struggle with this disease, but it showed me that im not alone! Thanku!!!!
You are an amazing woman. I have to tell you, your trip made me feel a lot better. I am constantly, everyday asking God to ease the pain, not too much bathroom needs, help with Migraines and do much. I am sorry it was so difficult for you. I understand fully and I am so glad that you are Blessed. God is always present and I will never understand how some people manage without him. My deepest sympathy to your family and may God continue to Bless, Protect and Guide you all.
You’re a strong woman, that’s a fact. I love your videos. God bless.
Sweet Jeanine ❤
Never ever apologize for a little "wining". We know what stress and pressure you were under with everything going on. Love your honesty. ❤❤
Stumbled across this poem, and thought of you. ~
Shining Sign
In front of the house there's a sign,
A genuine smile that knows how to shine
When people walk by, they eagerly wave,
They stop to talk, conversations they crave.
When harsh winters arrive, the sign remains,
Clears the snow, and fights through its pains
Greets every friend and stranger that walks by,
With a warm smile, and a wave in the sky.
They all line up to talk to the sign,
Like it's some kind of sacred shrine.
This sign is special, attracts people like glue,
With a very kind heart, the sign is You! ❤
I really really admire your strength, determination and courage to take that long trip alone. I am terrified of traveling since we had a accident while I was pregnant some years ago. Thanks for sharing this trip. Means so much to me to see you share with us all, your life, your struggles,( which are a part of everybody's life) grieve, joy of seeing your family again.
You got the biggest and strongest guts to do this trip. I would never. Cried along with you. ♥️ Glad you made it 🙏🏼
I legit cried at that reunion. I could feel the warmth and love of that hug between you and your husband, and the sheer joy of your little boy crushing you with his love. May God continue to bless you in greater ways every single day ❤️
On Janine
At the end I had tears in my eyes, you are definitely a special person. I felt so tense on your journey , and when you thought the keys were locked inside well my darling I was so glad when you found them in your van. Take care and keep safe all of you. God bless 👵x
You are one brave women doing that trip on your own, after doing that now know you can do anything and you deserve everything well done you xxxx
It’s during those times when you do something you thought not possible you learn so much about yourself.
From a fellow RVer with IBS, how awesome it is you documented this journey!! The faith and courage it takes to make that alone and health problems. ❤️
I am speechless with admiration for you Jeannine, beautiful ending which had me in tears, loved the music too.
Not only are you the bravest woman ever, but the most innovative! I hope by the time you are reading this post your issues have cleared up. My prayers have been with you!
Thank you! Still struggling but I will get there! I hope you are well!
Your strength is inspiring.
I took a trip from Indiana to Washington state once. That's a long trip. I didn't want to go anywhere for a long time. Thankfully I didn't have to return home for two months.
Glad you were safe. The Lord is merciful!
You are a strong and courageous woman and i admire you for making this whole long journey alone. Be well.
I held it together thru the two videos but finally lost it at the end of video 2 when your wonderful husband reached out his arms to give you the biggest hug ever. I’m sure neither of you wanted to let go of the other. But your little guy’s face, his jumping out of the truck and wrapping his arms and legs around so so tight was so moving. You are one of most strongest women I have ever “met” to do that trip alone. God truly gave you strength and an abundance of love.
Prayers to Nolan’s family and most definitely to the three of you💖👏 👼 Bless you all.
You are stronger than you ever believed. So proud of your determination. My heart breaks for Nolan and family xxxx
Thank you kindly
Thank you so much for taking us along on this epic journey. I felt every struggle and triumph with you. You are a resilient woman, and the Lord was walking all the way with you. That final shot with your husband and precious boy...! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Phew....I travelled every arduous mile with you Jeanine! At least I got to see lots of American countryside that I will never see. So glad you made it safely to your precious family
Happy it was a safe trip. Just happy memories of me doing the bathroom runs with camping trips with my grandpa. I was child that peed a lot. My grandpa would stop lwt me run to the camper and then stop 5 miles down the road for me to get back into the truck. We had a spider web in furnace that prevented us to have a heater one trip. Thank you for happy tears of the memories.
Janinne, you are an inspiration! I’m sure the stress of traveling alone and being away from your boys hasn’t helped your health situation. The music choices have been perfect for your road trip. Such beautiful country... I love traveling. Watching the reunion with the boys!!! I’m not crying... sending continued prayers to you all.
Thank you! It was so good to see them again!! Thanks for your prayers!! I sissy enjoy traveling!
That music she has on the videos is so awesome. I just wonder who does it. 💕❤️👍
The heavenly chorus when you ate the deviled egg...so funny! 😂😂😂
God is certainly watching out for you! I drove across the country with my son when he was 6 months old, so I can relate so much. I didn't do it in the snow though!
I could not wait for part 2!!! I was cheering for you the whole way and so glad when you finally made it to Oregon. I know the feeling from your husbands side. From PA to Missoula MT when my mom died how glad I was to see my husband when he got there. Also I understand some journeys we have to make alone...God heard your prayers.
Bravo Jeanine!!!! Driving across so many states with a truck & camper, in cold temperatures and snow!!! God definitely had your back the entire trip!!! My heart dropped a few times - the heater in the camper, exchanging propane tanks, changing fuses, getting the heater repaired only to have the battery warning light come on, oh my!! Then hardly eating, sleeping, functioning with bouts of UC flair ups, having to pull over on the highway, and grieving. I’m so glad to see you made it safely and had such a warm reception waiting for you. Sending love & prayers to you dear sister ❤️🙏🏻❤️
I am so thankful and comforted by this trip. Thanks for making this video.
There’s no way I could have done that drive. You’re one strong woman!
Right?! I couldn't have done it either. I think Jeanne is AMAZING!
Your realness is raw and touching. Your faith carries you through. So glad you made it safe! Praying for your husband's family.
Thank you heavenly Father for getting our sister in Christ back to the arms of her husband and son...Oh God , you are true and faithful , and we praise You O Lord our God...So happy for you sister , for when you are weak , He is your strength...xox...
I think your so brave doing that journey by yourself, it looked difficult but something you wanted to do for various reasons. Hilarious the music you played over the cinnamon buns and coffee, I feel your pain. 😆 I used to drive myself to my daughter when they lived in London which was just over 500mls from me and I thought that was great, I enjoyed being on my own and loved that journey, they live 20mins from me now. When you finally arrive and were in Nolan and Zanders arms I was so emotional for you. I'm glad you arrived safely. Take care. ❤️
Bless your heart!! I've driven truck since 1981 and even took my first two babies in the truck with me! I know what that took for me to do & the strength & determination to see each trip thru. It was incredibly stressful sometimes so I can relate to your nerves, etc. But... YOU DID IT! You got where you needed to be for your family & THAT'S what matters most. We all prayed for you on your journey & I believe that makes a difference. But, truly... even without your brother making the trip with you... you were NEVER REALLY ALONE. But you know that, don't you? !! But I'm so glad you arrived safely & I'm sure your "boys" were sure glad when you pulled in. Thanks for sharing this with us. You stayed so calm... you really should go back (even tho you do your own editing), go watch yourself make that trip. The weather, your personal issues, the circumstances for the trip... all of it. And you were so calm. I'm so proud of you! I'd say GOD BLESS right now... but its glaringly apparent that he already does. I'd hug you if I could. Be well... safe travels back home. 🤗🤗🤗🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
Road trips are hard. It's hard to imagine my dad has been a truck driver for 29 years. Glad you made it to your family okay.
Awww huge hugs at the end, you had me crying lol. Sending love to you all and fingers crossed you're feeling better ❤
Thank you! I'm still working on it but will get better!
What an amazing woman of faith you are...ur encouragement and ur story unfolding is amazing...I could never do that trip alone...prayers sister to you and your family🙏🏻🙏🏻❣️
what a challenge to travel under these different circumstances, but praise the Lord! thanks for the songs - greetings from New Hampshire where the snow has melted!
Massive ordeal! I don’t know how you did it other than God’s grace. I teared up when I watched your reunion at the end! I’m so so thankful you made it safely. I just said a prayer for your family as you are still I’m sure grieving.
You are giving us strength for our journeys, Janine. Thank you. And the music you’ve added has been a ministry to me today.
I'm glad to hear! Blessings!
I chuckled when you said lots of people commented that you shouldn't be alone. I watched part one and the thought never crossed my mind! Mennonite girls can do stuff!
So glad u made it safely .your little family is so blessed..
I’m glad you got there safe and sound, loved seeing the reunion with your husband and son, you are a strong and faithful woman, God bless you and your family!🤗
Glad made it safe and sound.You’re a brave lady .God bless ur family durning this time.
You are an incredibly strong woman! What a challenging trip but you pushed through and carried on! I am in awe of you! Not sure I could do that trip by.myself! Blessings to all!
Oh my! I cried like a baby at the end of this video. May God bless your precious family! You three are an inspiration and a joy to look at
What a trip! I couldn't have done it. I truly am in awe if your strength, courage, patience, and faith. Thank you for being so open about your trials. It is so inspiring.
Love you Jeanine. Who needs netflix? What a gift you have been blessed with. In the cold and discomfort of the journey you took the time to set up the camera and film with the drone and then to put it all together...wow!!
Your authenticity is comparable to stories of people of faith in scripture.
"When you are tried by fire, you come out like gold"
Shalom sister
I'm glad u got your heater fixed 🙂
Devil Eggs are my favorite!!! You made me laugh when you said filling up the truck with “gas”. I was like oh no diesel please. Lol 😆 You are independent like I am. I can understand wanting to take that journey alone. We are never alone when Christ abides :))
This just popped up and I thought I would watch. You are a brave woman to make that drive and continued driving through the weather. I loved the music your sister-in-law sent to you and would love to know more who and the hymns. My one son has and my heart went out to you because I him go through the same thing. Instant mashed potatoes were about the only he could eat, so I made sure I was also stocked on them. sorry for the loss of your FIL and so thankful you made it safe. What a journey. Thanks for sharing and being real during this video. Blessings
Thank you! And I'm sorry your son has health issues. It's tough! I'm not sure on the song... I'm sorry. We tend to have a lot of sheet music around.
@@theMennoniteMom Thanks for responding I am not sure what happened to my comment glad you were able to read it. He has and is much better now with his meds. . It was scary at first because of what they told us he was facing.
I'm so thankful you made it safely. Tears were flowing from my eyes when you and your husband were hugging.God is good!
Bravo, you made it! Wishing you peace and comfort as you and your family grief now.
You did you go girl God was with you.Praying for you family.
Thanks for sharing this heart-warming video of your trip. You are so strong. Glad you got there safely. First time I have seen your channel and I have subscribed.
On the one hand you crack me up - one the other hand I so feel for you - over all I just admire you for driving that distance! I dreaded trips to Pittsburgh - 4 hours of BORING - without any health issues..... so you caved there, at least it was not doughnuts :)
Those Idaho clouds were a sight as well!
Not a depressing video at all, it was a great video ‼️ i’ll say it again, you are amazing, driving with an Rv , filming , problems & the weather , wow ‼️
Your videos are absolutely amazing! I can literally feel the emotions as you're going through them. You, my dear, are so inspiring. My prayers are always with you. I am here in WA state, so your husband's family isn't too far from me. I would love to be friends with you. You're so genuine.
❤️ God be with you and your family.
Wow, what a trip! So glad you made it there safely! I was crying when you finally arrived and got to hug your family. Blessings to you!
I've been waiting patiently for this video. I just cried at the end. So happy you made it and we got to see those great big hugs.
This made me cry seeing you reunite with your boys! So glad you made it safely to Oregon
So happy you got there safe. Thank God! Honestly had tears of Joy for you all when you got to hug each other again. Now time for the healing. Stay safe. God Bless you all!
An amazing video! So thankful you made it safely to Oregon and your husband, son and family. Praise God!
My heart just aches for you grieving plus having to travel being sick. Bless you sweet dear.
I'm so relieved you made it safely, tho challenging!
I hope you are proud of yourself for accomplishing the journey of a lifetime with such faith and trust. The moment you got to see Nolan and Xander was such a fitting reward-so sweet! My mentally challenged son who suffers with debilitating anxiety and depression watched with me and asked how you could remain so cheerful despite all the setbacks. My answer was that you believe in God and that makes all the difference. I am glad you had a better trip back home with your wonderful husband and son to accompany you.
Hey there!
I’m a younger woman from Canada. It’s nice to finally leave a comment! Your videos are so special and are so calming in what seems like a really busy world. The kind, gentle energy you exert is something that I think most good people strive to have. I know I do.
I have been watching you for about 4 months now, and I have stopped watching several other channels after watching yours. Just top notch. Among the great traits that you obviously have, you are an amazing editor! I mean seriously! I run a small arts school in my community and had to make a promotional video... it was so challenging!!! A nightmare! Lol
Thank you for sharing.
Ps- happy tears flowed while you finally reunited with your family. How special that moment was!
You are amazing, I have laughed, cried and prayed as I watched your journey to your family. You are so brave and you have proven you can do anything with God with you. Hope you are feeling better.
Dear Jannine
I am so in awe of our inspirational friend - you did great - BUT - you scared the living daylights out of me when you locked yourself out of the truck!!! 😲
Well done and blessings to you all.
It was so heartwarming to see you all reunited at the end of your epic journey even though it was in such sad circumstances.
Look after each other.
Love Janice x
I’m watching your videos and thinking”how is she getting that shot from the sky?.. oh a drone ok.. “
“Well how is she getting the shots of the truck and camper driving by!??”
All by yourself!!?? Putting your camera out in the snow and then driving by? Oh my lord ... burrr!!!
Girl you deserve an award for all you went through on this trip!
So sorry for your loss 😔🙏🏻
She is like the female, Mennonite version of Casey Neistat!
You made me cry when you got there, you are so brave and such a good inspiration, so happy you made it there safely, love you and your family
whew, what a journey! my husband (rare evening viewing time) laughed at all my verbal responses 😆 like "no you didnt!" at your coffessional 😆 Those clouds in the end fastforward roadclips were amazing :) I know there were sooo many emotions on this trip....hope you have been able to breathe a little deeper and process all the things now that youre home.
Janine, God has blessed you with such a gift for film making and story telling. This was beautiful. Have you ever thought of making a full length documentary film?
Lol. Thank you! I enjoy storytelling. I've thought briefly about if bit never tackled it
The ending with your reunion was so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. So happy that you made it safely.
You are an inspiration! - and still able to make us laugh even in the midst of such heartache! Been waiting all week for your part 2! So glad you knew God with you on your journey and arrived safely. Praying for you and Nolan. Knowing somewhat of your heartache- my husband lost his dad suddenly last April to covid, and his mum the summer before to cancer.
You are one strong woman Jeanine. We were all with you every step of the way. God Bless you and your family.
Made me cry at the end. So happy you got there safe
I think you did a great job sharing you true life!! Thank you!!!