1 Sleep. So important at all ages, you nailed it. 2 No social media, nailed it. I only UA-cam and rarely comment, as your daughter stated, she isn't missing anything ❤️ 3 being supportive and active with your family. Those are all vital. ❤️
Hailey seems wise, kind, intelligent and thoughtful. Clearly a reflection of her mom and dad and how she is being raised. I loved this vlog and I want all of those desserts.
I got rid of everything besides UA-cam and it's been great. I find I'm not comparing myself to people and not wasting nearly as much time scrolling since I usually just listen to UA-cam videos/podcasts while doing housework or yardwork
@@udderlylost1178 you said it. Reading that makes me want to get rid of my Instagram as well. I am guilty in regards to spending to much time on it. I would like to see how much time I spend on other things without being distracted so much
What I see from watching your family is parents who treat their kids as worthwhile human beings. I get the sense that you give them room to make mistakes and treat it as a learning experience rather than a reason to punish. You make them feel valid and part of a team rather than a hierarchy. That's so monumentally important to raising confident, kind young people.
"Find something that is rejuvenating to you". - best advice ever, no matter whether you're a mom, an over-worked person, or someone that is retired and dealing with health issues of your spouse. We all MUST find something that brings joy to our soul and our faces on the regular. SO important to not getting depressed/overwhelmed by life.
OMG Christine. You and Haley almost had me in tears. That was a wonderful moment for you Momma. You're doing a fabulous job, and I'm so happy for you. You're right. Your kids are amazing. Watching you with your girl makes me so excited to be here through my baby boy growing up, he just turned 1. It can be done in an amazing way and, while no one is perfect, you guys are parental goals all the way. Thanks for the inspo!
The BEST parenting tip- “ Find something that is just yours”. So true! You can not just have your whole life be being a Mom. I love This. Totally makes sense Christine!
I learned to live by the saying everything in moderation including MODERATION!!!. And of about 31 I realized that I worked too dang hard making people like me that I didn't even like!!! Now I'm like you no give 2 Fs!!!! Look like yall are having a great time. Go girl power!!
Christine, you are one of the most amazing women I follow on UA-cam! I sincerely mean that...not just words. You are inspiring in so many areas. Your family is blessed.
We didn’t have a lot of rules at our house, but my mom always enforced “bed time” growing up, even into high school years. It has allowed me to have such a good, consistent sleep schedule and relationship with sleep even into my 30s!
Some of the BEST conversations I've ever had when my kids were teens were car conversations...not always appropriate ...but they were real...thanks for showing what real relationships with our kids should look like
Hi Christine. Just wanted to say how much I loved this video! Combining the Q&A with the road trip stops, and working in a frugal snack haul combined with all the beautiful scenery on the hikes (even when you were driving with the mountains in the background), was a winning combination. Thanks for sharing all the fun. It makes me want to book a trip with my daughters.
LOVED seeing you and Hailey together on here! Your relationship with your daughter is how awesome my relationship is with my only child, son, who is 28 years old. We finish each other's sentences and our humor is the same. The greatest blessing of my life is my son Brandon! Enjoyed the Q & A and thankful that you share your life, and awesome insights. Thank you Christine!💓
I love you guys' family dynamic. I am so appreciative to my mom for setting those boundaries and providing my sisters and I with structure. Hearing Haley (im sorry if I misspelled her name) speak about you and your husband is heartwarming and you can tell it was heartfelt 💜💚💜
I use ASICS because my feet are so wide and they are the best. I used to wear New Balance, but ASICS are amazing for wide feet! I have hammer toe issues and other feet issues, have your feet measured! A lot of these issues are from the shoes you are wearing!
@@writercard4 that’s what my brother told me and I tried them. They still didn’t fit me correctly. I found ASICS and haven’t gone to anything else. My foot doctor recommended that I stay in the ASICS as well. That’s the only sneaker she will wear. On her list of the sandals were also the Oofos that Christine recommended.
I agree with Hayley it's definitely got to do with parents being interested in what their teens do. My daughter is 14 she has a tablet, she doesn't want a phone, she has a messenger service and she asked for Pinterest her boards consist of bedroom make overs and food. Lol
My husbands parents only let him have a flip phone in high school despite his peers getting smartphones and he says at the time he hated it but it helped him develop people skills because he actually had to approach a girl to ask for her number instead of hiding behind a screen and approaching through social media, etc. so he agrees that it builds character lol
I love your relationship with your kids. We’ve always had a similar one with my kids (now 21 and 24) and never had those so-called difficult teenage years. We’ve just tried to really embrace every stage of their lives and tried to guide them through examples of mutual respect and patience with one another.
This was such a fun video! Thanks so much for sharing. That stop at the water/hike looked so much fun. I agree ,our teens actually do lack decent sleep between all the homework and staying up late . Hailey is such an intelligent,responsible young lady!! I'm so glad she sees the reason behind your boundaries and basic family household rules. 🥰 (Mom and Dad did an amazing job. )
Loved this! I really enjoyed watching the beautiful views out of your windows as you were driving! You guys are so fun! Love to watch your family spend time together..
I really love that you don't let your kids have social media... I'm 29, I got off Facebook in 2020 and never looked back and I don't have Instagram. I wish I could go back in time and never go back on social media because my teenage years were ruined by it
Hi Christine. Love your Q&A. Your relationship with Hailey is incredible. I don't blame you on the social media rules. Like you said you don't care about what people say. Kids would take it more personally.
OMG- keeping my mouth shut. Amen, Christine. Wish my younger self knew that. I *cringe* when I think of some of the things I've said and believed when I was younger.
So true about “skills”. I’ve always thought I had no skills or talents but at almost 40, during the pandemic, I discovered I’m quite good (and getting better) at cake decorating!
I’m 44 and could not agree more with you on not caring what anyone thinks about you in this life. I recently made some decisions for myself that were so freeing and I know people will comment and I don’t even care. Lol!!! Enjoy your girls trip and stay safe. 😊
So fun! Thank you for taking us with you on your journey. I especially love how Hailey spoke about the rules of social media. You have done an amazing job as a mom. 💕
I found taking care of little ones so much easier than these teenage years!! I am raising my three grandchildren, twin boys 14 and their sister 15....11 months apart. These teenage years are HARD!!!
I feel your frustration. Possibly why things are hard is we grow in stages, kids build on what was learned b4. At 2 or 3, pick up your toys, learning please and thank you, sit to eat supper, help set the table, 10 minute tidy, etc...you get the idea. A chain of events happened and they were fortunate to start learning from you. Imagine all the pre skills they might have missed. It helped give me patience when my grandsons moved in, and made me think, what is missing here, how can we together fix this situation?
Wow! Congrats to the way you raised your daughter. I have to say that I agree with her. I feel the same way about my mom and her parenting, I’ve told her those exact words, we may not understand it in the moment but I’ve loved her in the long run because better for it. There’s this movement towards not disciplining children and it’s just wrong children thrive under rules and authority.
Thank you for sharing. I have taken up hicking because my husband and teenage sons like it. It is wonderful when your older teens became your friend! I am in that place with my oldest son.
I totally agree about sleep patterns for kids. It is so important we had set bedtimes for our kids growing up and even into the teenage years. It helps them get the proper rest and it also gives mom and dad to have quiet time together. Our kids weren't allowed to have cell phones till 14. It was because we lived in the country and our kids traveled a 1/2 hour on the bus to school. Which in reality was only 10 minutes from our house. We wanted them to be able to reach up asap if there was an emergency. You are so right about as a mom of young children u need to have time for urself. I use to evening walk with my friend. It was just us girls walking and talking. I use to also have a mini pedi once a month. It was my me time.
It looks like an amazing trip. I also love how mature Haily is about topics. She is not missing out on social media, the world is cruel. Love y’all. NewJersey 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I loved this! I also really loved seeing you having fun with your daughter & her friend. I try to do this sometimes but I work full time & study so it’s few & far between but so much fun when you make time.
I so enjoyed this viedo & your daughter is the coolest!! My kids are now 18 & 19 but until they were 18 I as well had the no social media rule & I myself followed it as well. Still to this day I have no social media except UA-cam. I wasn't the coolest parent for that rule but my kids were able to focus on being kids & learn who they were without the distraction of social media. As well as actually doing activities without having a phone in hand 24/7! I personally find it freeing not to have social media. My realtionship & interaction with people are in person not thru a computer so it makes it more real, Intimate, & valued!!
I think you are real with your kids & you have the bandwidth & energy to manage them. I also believe because you carve out time for yourself, you can support them better. Boundaries matter & human interaction makes a huge difference in how they perceive the world!!
supporting your kids sounds simpler than it is. Growing up I never had interests that alined with my parents wishes (none of them were illegal or inappropriate) so I had no encouragement. It’s truly wholesome and healing to see people with healthy family relationships.
From my earliest memories I LOVED animals and my parents supported me in my endeavors from rescuing everything I could (yes, even in elementary school) to showing my horses. Now that I am well-retired, I am still rescuing animals and have loved the life I have had and continue to enjoy. Thanks to my parents' support.
I will say that being a stay at home mom of a 3 year old and a 1 year old is difficult, very rewarding, but difficult. I end up losing myself so often in mom-hood and housework. I completely agree with finding things that fill your cup, and refresh you to take care of your family.
I have said, since my older kids were teens, that the teen years really are the best years of parenting. So thankful to see a mom who shares that joy.❤️
I have two boys age 8 and 11. I LOVE them so much. We have had fun since day 1 and imagine always. I think it is who you are as a parent and how you treat your kids, feed them amazing food and watch them grow. It's a truly wonderful experience.
Always giving our kids the opportunity to voice their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives. Let them voice, the “adults” listen, then address the issue the next day after the emotions have calmed down.
Love your attitude about teenagers! Fun video and so fun to hear Haley’s perspective on your boundaries. My 6 year old was asking when I thought a phone was appropriate. I said, that’s a long way off and I wasn’t even going to address it. Ha!
Why not address it? Wouldn’t hurt for them to understand in a way that makes sense to them what your reasons are. Otherwise, it might seem like a punishment
@@angiey6324 very good point! I actually did discuss it with her a bit more than that. I was just laughing about the fact that it’s 7-10 years away and she’s already asking. But yes, we talked about the purpose of a phone and she has no need for one. Then we discussed brain development and internet access and how her brain isn’t developed enough to make wise decisions with internet access. Then we discussed experience and talking to her parents about things she’s unsure of to develop good experience.
We all need to learn to not let ourselves get too Tired, too Lonely, too Hungry or too Angry. We don’t make good decisions when we are in these states.
Thank you for explaining your family’s phones + teens rules/limitations. We are approaching those years with our girls. Any more insightful tips in a video 😉 would be welcomed!!
The Stand is also one of my favorites, also, " IT". I've read both of those several times. Also, Hideaway and the watchers by Dean Koontz. I am a fan for life for both of those authors.
I love Audible. As a busy mom, I'm too tired to read when moments present themselves, usually at night in bed. So Audible when I'm driving allows me to "read". If you like The Stand, you will like Swan Song.
I had a near fatal, life changing accident almost a year ago, that damaged, lungs, ribs, hand etc... and it’s taken me a long time to realize I need to slow down and that this is as good as I may ever be able to to do anymore
Same. I don't allow social media either. My 14 yr old has a phone available only for babysitting/safety and then it goes back in my room. We also do modest birthday and Christmas so that we can go on some type of trip. We spend a lot of time together!!!
A week of wilderness camp in Zion!?! Jealous!! 😍. Angels Landing is the best and toughest trail I’ve hiked so far. (at 35 and again at 50). Maybe I’ll give it another try one day. Hope that one’s on their itinerary!
I love to hear that you don't let your kids on social media, when we wouldn't allow that for my stepdaughter her mom set it up behind our back, but that is a hard limit at our house. So good to see your daughter give your love now that she understands why 🥰
Nice hotel room! I'm extra impressed that they provided the 'couch / computer' table, that's awesome! I use one at home all the time and it would be so sweet to see one in the hotel room - especially if you're staying for a few days.
You have some good ideas there! Love the communication! Big one!! And the kids not having social media, I don’t have them either! And I am wayyyy over being a teen. 🤣
I'm 38 and about 35 I adopted a moto- What other people think about me is none of my business.
Good one!
That is an "Al-Anon" saying and it is so helpful.
Amen girl!!
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@@beverlyharward9631 you spelled my name wrong but thanks for the tip
1 Sleep. So important at all ages, you nailed it. 2 No social media, nailed it. I only UA-cam and rarely comment, as your daughter stated, she isn't missing anything ❤️ 3 being supportive and active with your family. Those are all vital. ❤️
I love that Hailey is thankful for her parents dedication and involvement. That says a lot ❤ . Way to go Mom and Dad.
Hailey seems wise, kind, intelligent and thoughtful. Clearly a reflection of her mom and dad and how she is being raised. I loved this vlog and I want all of those desserts.
I love that the kids don’t have social media! I think it has caused way more harm than good from what I hear about these days.
I got rid of everything besides UA-cam and it's been great. I find I'm not comparing myself to people and not wasting nearly as much time scrolling since I usually just listen to UA-cam videos/podcasts while doing housework or yardwork
@@udderlylost1178 you said it. Reading that makes me want to get rid of my Instagram as well. I am guilty in regards to spending to much time on it. I would like to see how much time I spend on other things without being distracted so much
they're all very unhealthy, but Tik Tok wins for being the most unhealthy.
I've found that social media is harmful to many adults, not just a kids problem
@@SuperSaltydog77 yes that is absolutely true! I have many examples of that too with people I know personally
What I see from watching your family is parents who treat their kids as worthwhile human beings. I get the sense that you give them room to make mistakes and treat it as a learning experience rather than a reason to punish. You make them feel valid and part of a team rather than a hierarchy. That's so monumentally important to raising confident, kind young people.
You and Hailey is the cutest thing! How she appreciates the boundaries and rules you have set is just amazing❤️
And when she thanks mom for it, the sweet, genuine hug from mom after that... my goodness that choked me up!!!
"Find something that is rejuvenating to you". - best advice ever, no matter whether you're a mom, an over-worked person, or someone that is retired and dealing with health issues of your spouse. We all MUST find something that brings joy to our soul and our faces on the regular. SO important to not getting depressed/overwhelmed by life.
OMG Christine. You and Haley almost had me in tears. That was a wonderful moment for you Momma. You're doing a fabulous job, and I'm so happy for you. You're right. Your kids are amazing. Watching you with your girl makes me so excited to be here through my baby boy growing up, he just turned 1. It can be done in an amazing way and, while no one is perfect, you guys are parental goals all the way. Thanks for the inspo!
The BEST parenting tip- “ Find something that is just yours”. So true! You can not just have your whole life be being a Mom. I love This. Totally makes sense Christine!
I learned to live by the saying everything in moderation including MODERATION!!!. And of about 31 I realized that I worked too dang hard making people like me that I didn't even like!!! Now I'm like you no give 2 Fs!!!! Look like yall are having a great time. Go girl power!!
Christine, you are one of the most amazing women I follow on UA-cam! I sincerely mean that...not just words. You are inspiring in so many areas. Your family is blessed.
Wow, thank you!
i agree
This is quite possibly one of the best videos you've done. Hats off for being so real.❤
Thank you so much!
I absolutely agree! 💜
Laughing so hard how Hailey is so thoughtfully answering the questions and you’re so thoughtfully focusing on the donut dipping sauce. 🤣
We didn’t have a lot of rules at our house, but my mom always enforced “bed time” growing up, even into high school years. It has allowed me to have such a good, consistent sleep schedule and relationship with sleep even into my 30s!
I’m literally tearing up hearing your daughter talk about how much she appreciates you. Words of wisdom at such a young age. What a sweet family! ❤️
SAME! Ugh. That is AMAZING parenting right there.
You are SO right!! I'm in my 60's and I care even less what others think of me! Life is too short to waste time caring about other people's opinions.
Amen! I have never ever cared about the Jone’s-For they don’t pay my bills or make my mortgage pmts. Amen
Some of the BEST conversations I've ever had when my kids were teens were car conversations...not always appropriate ...but they were real...thanks for showing what real relationships with our kids should look like
You are so right, Christine, about giving zero f's as you get older. It's sooooo liberating!
Your daughter is very mature and like you, has a great role model in her mother! 🥰
Hi Christine. Just wanted to say how much I loved this video! Combining the Q&A with the road trip stops, and working in a frugal snack haul combined with all the beautiful scenery on the hikes (even when you were driving with the mountains in the background), was a winning combination. Thanks for sharing all the fun. It makes me want to book a trip with my daughters.
LOVED seeing you and Hailey together on here! Your relationship with your daughter is how awesome my relationship is with my only child, son, who is 28 years old. We finish each other's sentences and our humor is the same. The greatest blessing of my life is my son Brandon! Enjoyed the Q & A and thankful that you share your life, and awesome insights. Thank you Christine!💓
Thank you so much!!
I love you guys' family dynamic. I am so appreciative to my mom for setting those boundaries and providing my sisters and I with structure. Hearing Haley (im sorry if I misspelled her name) speak about you and your husband is heartwarming and you can tell it was heartfelt 💜💚💜
I use ASICS because my feet are so wide and they are the best. I used to wear New Balance, but ASICS are amazing for wide feet! I have hammer toe issues and other feet issues, have your feet measured! A lot of these issues are from the shoes you are wearing!
Thanks for sharing!
I went from a medium to a wide after having my kid. ASICS all the way. Best support and wide feet.
Sketchers are also great for wide feet
@@writercard4 that’s what my brother told me and I tried them. They still didn’t fit me correctly. I found ASICS and haven’t gone to anything else. My foot doctor recommended that I stay in the ASICS as well. That’s the only sneaker she will wear. On her list of the sandals were also the Oofos that Christine recommended.
Yesssssss to kids and sleep! Including teens! So wise.
I agree with Hayley it's definitely got to do with parents being interested in what their teens do. My daughter is 14 she has a tablet, she doesn't want a phone, she has a messenger service and she asked for Pinterest her boards consist of bedroom make overs and food. Lol
ThNk you for sharing all your information n all the questions. You look fabulous. Happy life!
I watch all those ladies that were at your recent retreat! Love their channels, love yours! Your interaction with Haley is heartwarming ♥️
My husbands parents only let him have a flip phone in high school despite his peers getting smartphones and he says at the time he hated it but it helped him develop people skills because he actually had to approach a girl to ask for her number instead of hiding behind a screen and approaching through social media, etc. so he agrees that it builds character lol
Great advice! My husband and I always tell our girls that it’s him and I against the world!! Been married 31 years ❤️
Your daughter is the sweetest, I love how she admires you. Honestly you guys have the best relationship
I love your relationship with your kids. We’ve always had a similar one with my kids (now 21 and 24) and never had those so-called difficult teenage years. We’ve just tried to really embrace every stage of their lives and tried to guide them through examples of mutual respect and patience with one another.
Love that!
I always get a kick from your Grinch references. 🤣 well all your references, love it! So funny.
This was such a fun video! Thanks so much for sharing. That stop at the water/hike looked so much fun. I agree ,our teens actually do lack decent sleep between all the homework and staying up late . Hailey is such an intelligent,responsible young lady!! I'm so glad she sees the reason behind your boundaries and basic family household rules. 🥰 (Mom and Dad did an amazing job. )
Loved this! I really enjoyed watching the beautiful views out of your windows as you were driving! You guys are so fun! Love to watch your family spend time together..
I really love that you don't let your kids have social media... I'm 29, I got off Facebook in 2020 and never looked back and I don't have Instagram. I wish I could go back in time and never go back on social media because my teenage years were ruined by it
Love the conversation about social media with Hailey! ❤️
Hi Christine. Love your Q&A. Your relationship with Hailey is incredible. I don't blame you on the social media rules. Like you said you don't care about what people say. Kids would take it more personally.
Thank you for this! Your wisdom is beyond appreciated!
Glad it was helpful!
OMG- keeping my mouth shut. Amen, Christine. Wish my younger self knew that. I *cringe* when I think of some of the things I've said and believed when I was younger.
So true about “skills”. I’ve always thought I had no skills or talents but at almost 40, during the pandemic, I discovered I’m quite good (and getting better) at cake decorating!
I’m 44 and could not agree more with you on not caring what anyone thinks about you in this life. I recently made some decisions for myself that were so freeing and I know people will comment and I don’t even care. Lol!!! Enjoy your girls trip and stay safe. 😊
So fun! Thank you for taking us with you on your journey. I especially love how Hailey spoke about the rules of social media. You have done an amazing job as a mom. 💕
I love the scenery outside the windows.
I found taking care of little ones so much easier than these teenage years!! I am raising my three grandchildren, twin boys 14 and their sister 15....11 months apart. These teenage years are HARD!!!
I feel your frustration. Possibly why things are hard is we grow in stages, kids build on what was learned b4. At 2 or 3, pick up your toys, learning please and thank you, sit to eat supper, help set the table, 10 minute tidy, etc...you get the idea. A chain of events happened and they were fortunate to start learning from you. Imagine all the pre skills they might have missed. It helped give me patience when my grandsons moved in, and made me think, what is missing here, how can we together fix this situation?
“You put ice cream in the freezer?! You’re brilliant!” I lol’d
😁
You girls are having so much FUN. I love it.
Wow! Congrats to the way you raised your daughter. I have to say that I agree with her. I feel the same way about my mom and her parenting, I’ve told her those exact words, we may not understand it in the moment but I’ve loved her in the long run because better for it. There’s this movement towards not disciplining children and it’s just wrong children thrive under rules and authority.
Thank you for sharing. I have taken up hicking because my husband and teenage sons like it. It is wonderful when your older teens became your friend! I am in that place with my oldest son.
I love love love "but first, coffee!"!!!
I found you both right around the same time!
Thanks so much for taking me along on your road trip! Since I can't go anywhere myself, I live vicariously through other people's adventures.
I totally agree about sleep patterns for kids. It is so important we had set bedtimes for our kids growing up and even into the teenage years. It helps them get the proper rest and it also gives mom and dad to have quiet time together. Our kids weren't allowed to have cell phones till 14. It was because we lived in the country and our kids traveled a 1/2 hour on the bus to school. Which in reality was only 10 minutes from our house. We wanted them to be able to reach up asap if there was an emergency. You are so right about as a mom of young children u need to have time for urself. I use to evening walk with my friend. It was just us girls walking and talking. I use to also have a mini pedi once a month. It was my me time.
Loved this. So fun seeing you interact with your daughter.
I agree! The best part about getting older is not caring AT ALL what others think!
It looks like an amazing trip. I also love how mature Haily is about topics. She is not missing out on social media, the world is cruel. Love y’all. NewJersey 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You are the only person I know that gets as excited about dessert as me🤣
It's why we are such good friends!
I love this video Christine, and Hailey is so sweet and fun. 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
I loved this! I also really loved seeing you having fun with your daughter & her friend. I try to do this sometimes but I work full time & study so it’s few & far between but so much fun when you make time.
I love you all keeping them off of social media. I did the same with my two boys. O5 helps them develop their own self image and respect.
I so enjoyed this viedo & your daughter is the coolest!! My kids are now 18 & 19 but until they were 18 I as well had the no social media rule & I myself followed it as well. Still to this day I have no social media except UA-cam. I wasn't the coolest parent for that rule but my kids were able to focus on being kids & learn who they were without the distraction of social media. As well as actually doing activities without having a phone in hand 24/7! I personally find it freeing not to have social media. My realtionship & interaction with people are in person not thru a computer so it makes it more real, Intimate, & valued!!
Your daughter is so amazing!
This is a great video Christine! It was wonderful to hear Haley's perspective on parenting too. Hope you guys had a great trip!
I think you are real with your kids & you have the bandwidth & energy to manage them. I also believe because you carve out time for yourself, you can support them better. Boundaries matter & human interaction makes a huge difference in how they perceive the world!!
Just wait until your daughter has kids of her own. She'll LOVE your wisdom!
supporting your kids sounds simpler than it is. Growing up I never had interests that alined with my parents wishes (none of them were illegal or inappropriate) so I had no encouragement. It’s truly wholesome and healing to see people with healthy family relationships.
I agree with the kids getting enough sleep! I was pretty strict on bed times and I think they functioned better throughout the day.
From my earliest memories I LOVED animals and my parents supported me in my endeavors from rescuing everything I could (yes, even in elementary school) to showing my horses. Now that I am well-retired, I am still rescuing animals and have loved the life I have had and continue to enjoy. Thanks to my parents' support.
Such good insights from your daughter!!!
I will say that being a stay at home mom of a 3 year old and a 1 year old is difficult, very rewarding, but difficult. I end up losing myself so often in mom-hood and housework. I completely agree with finding things that fill your cup, and refresh you to take care of your family.
I love the relationship you have with your daughter. The other girl didn't want to participate? Hope you had a great trip
You're a fantastic person over all. This was the best half-hour video I have watched in a long time.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing this adventure - it was great!!!
I have said, since my older kids were teens, that the teen years really are the best years of parenting. So thankful to see a mom who shares that joy.❤️
I have two boys age 8 and 11. I LOVE them so much. We have had fun since day 1 and imagine always. I think it is who you are as a parent and how you treat your kids, feed them amazing food and watch them grow. It's a truly wonderful experience.
Always giving our kids the opportunity to voice their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives.
Let them voice, the “adults” listen, then address the issue the next day after the emotions have calmed down.
Nothing like a road trip. You gotta little sun and had a lot of fun. Thanks for the ride.
Love Pappadeaux and Babe's.
Both still good.
Love your attitude about teenagers! Fun video and so fun to hear Haley’s perspective on your boundaries. My 6 year old was asking when I thought a phone was appropriate. I said, that’s a long way off and I wasn’t even going to address it. Ha!
Why not address it? Wouldn’t hurt for them to understand in a way that makes sense to them what your reasons are. Otherwise, it might seem like a punishment
@@angiey6324 very good point! I actually did discuss it with her a bit more than that. I was just laughing about the fact that it’s 7-10 years away and she’s already asking. But yes, we talked about the purpose of a phone and she has no need for one. Then we discussed brain development and internet access and how her brain isn’t developed enough to make wise decisions with internet access. Then we discussed experience and talking to her parents about things she’s unsure of to develop good experience.
I used to wear the ghost also and so disappointed when they change them, I try to pair of levitate and I love them!
Totally agree with Babe's smoked chicken. I'm in Houston, but when I'm in the Dallas area, that's a favorite.
Babe's is great! #Texasgirl
Love the advice. I so need to work on not caring what others think.
Have so many Audio Books.Great while I am doing housework, cooking and lastly while I am knitting
That's awesome! My kids are ten and so upset that they can't have a phone until they're sixteen.
Communication, common goals and respect- amen! That's so true. I will add just one- be friends/best friends not just spouses :)
I love this video! Mom goals is to have a wonderful relationship with my teenager!
We all need to learn to not let ourselves get too Tired, too Lonely, too Hungry or too Angry. We don’t make good decisions when we are in these states.
I ate at Babe's in Frisco last night. Didn't have the smoked chicken, but the fried chicken and catfish was OUTSTANDING!!
I love how the daughter in the back seat was nodding her head on the "don't open my mouth" answer! 🤪
Thank you for explaining your family’s phones + teens rules/limitations. We are approaching those years with our girls. Any more insightful tips in a video 😉 would be welcomed!!
The Stand is also one of my favorites, also, " IT". I've read both of those several times. Also, Hideaway and the watchers by Dean Koontz. I am a fan for life for both of those authors.
I love Audible. As a busy mom, I'm too tired to read when moments present themselves, usually at night in bed. So Audible when I'm driving allows me to "read".
If you like The Stand, you will like Swan Song.
I had a near fatal, life changing accident almost a year ago, that damaged, lungs, ribs, hand etc... and it’s taken me a long time to realize I need to slow down and that this is as good as I may ever be able to to do anymore
This has to be one of my favorite videos you have ever done! Love it!
Same. I don't allow social media either. My 14 yr old has a phone available only for babysitting/safety and then it goes back in my room. We also do modest birthday and Christmas so that we can go on some type of trip. We spend a lot of time together!!!
"The Stand" is a great book! One of my favorites as well.
A week of wilderness camp in Zion!?! Jealous!! 😍. Angels Landing is the best and toughest trail I’ve hiked so far. (at 35 and again at 50). Maybe I’ll give it another try one day. Hope that one’s on their itinerary!
I love to hear that you don't let your kids on social media, when we wouldn't allow that for my stepdaughter her mom set it up behind our back, but that is a hard limit at our house. So good to see your daughter give your love now that she understands why 🥰
Thanks for sharing your trip!! Have fun and stay safe. Love your adventures and your family always . ❤
Nice hotel room! I'm extra impressed that they provided the 'couch / computer' table, that's awesome! I use one at home all the time and it would be so sweet to see one in the hotel room - especially if you're staying for a few days.
You have some good ideas there! Love the communication! Big one!! And the kids not having social media, I don’t have them either! And I am wayyyy over being a teen. 🤣
I love how Hailey’s nose wrinkles when she smiles or laughs!
Love this. Thank you 😊