Mennonite Homemaking in the woods: basically a food vlog! + toddler activities, reading suggestions

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  • @kandaceperkins1365
    @kandaceperkins1365 3 роки тому +42

    Your cake looks great! I just wanted to give you a tip. If you have a chocolate cake and dust your cake pan with cocoa powder instead of flour, you won't get white residue on your cake. Someone gave me that tip once and I've done it ever since.

    • @fionainherkitchen
      @fionainherkitchen 2 роки тому +1

      That's brilliant!! Thank you 😊

    • @danat7016
      @danat7016 2 роки тому

      Oh wow! I’m really late with this but what a great tip! I’ll have to try!

  • @danat7016
    @danat7016 2 роки тому +1

    Just watching old fall vlogs… they’re just comforting lol

  • @MR-jq7bk
    @MR-jq7bk 3 роки тому +35

    It's just so wonderful how you interact with your kids. You and Josh, going camping, stimulating their minds. Thank you guys for being responsible, loving parents. Seems like a dumb thing to say but it should be highlighted more in today's world. Also I'm going on vacation this week and the prep is brutal. Lol. So I'm right there with you preparing everything.

  • @sandraskalnik2369
    @sandraskalnik2369 3 роки тому +29

    Watching Evonnie dip her burger in the salad dressing reminded me of my oldest son. He dips “ALL” of his sandwiches in ketchup! I thought he would grow out of it but he is 51 years old and still has this habit. I asked him one time if he did that when he went out to lunch with a business associate and he said “you know, I guess I do”. He went on to say that he had done it for over 40 years and he just did it without thinking. I found it humerus and thought to myself, well I guess we all have our “habits”.

    • @MeganFoxUnlocked
      @MeganFoxUnlocked  3 роки тому +3

      Yeah that's true! some quirks just stick with us!

    • @carolbruns611
      @carolbruns611 3 роки тому +1

      outgrowing? don't count on it
      . I still dip a.burger in Bob's Blue Cheese dreasing, fries too!

    • @Yesica1993
      @Yesica1993 3 роки тому +1

      I never thought of doing this & I don't know why! I love dipping fries & veggies & stuff. Now I'm going to!

    • @donnabolt5847
      @donnabolt5847 3 роки тому +1

      Lol my son was addicted to ketchup as well! He would even dips his pretzel sticks in ketchup!! 😆

    • @spunkycat6144
      @spunkycat6144 3 роки тому +1

      I love dipping hot sandwiches. The one at Arby's is the best. I haven't eaten there in years.

  • @lindamcdermott5475
    @lindamcdermott5475 3 роки тому +12

    I have a chocolate cake recipe similar to the one you showed. When my girls were in high school they would make one and eat it after school before I got home from work. I caught on to this little trick when it seemed Hershey cocoa was on the shopping list every week! They were good cleaner uppers….. but they finished it and never saved me a piece….. probably how they got away with it so long! Loved watching your camping trip and making so many things over the fire. 😀

    • @spunkycat6144
      @spunkycat6144 3 роки тому +1

      That is hilarious! My brother used to get a piece of bread and put butter on it, pop it in the microwave, and then sprinkle sugar on it and he would always make two pieces (one for me). I think this was our version of this.

  • @phylisingrassia296
    @phylisingrassia296 3 роки тому +7

    I’ve been binge watching and finally caught up. Watched a man who traveled to various places and spent the day with Mennonites. One of your vlogs was listed. Thought I’d take a look and been enjoying your vlogs ever since. Whether your vlogs are planned or not - they are all interesting and fun to watch. Looked like a fun camping trip! Loved the food - delicious!

  • @mariahknisley4916
    @mariahknisley4916 3 роки тому +4

    Looks like a great time.We used to camp all the time when our kids were little.I think all kids should have that experience.We don't watch football.We weren't ever big fans but when they started all the kneeling and stuff like that we don't pay any attention to it anymore.

  • @laurieg6416
    @laurieg6416 3 роки тому +2

    Love how the kids used the picnic bench as their table. And it was fun to see the Jiffy Mix; those are made a few miles from where I live in Michigan

  • @suesmith5033
    @suesmith5033 3 роки тому

    We always made fruit and cream pies with the mountain pie irons. We just used regular bread buttered and laid in them. Sugar when they are browned. We also always had a night of pizzas. We just always used a loaf of bread for the crusts. All our ingredients are cooked just need to get hot and the bread browned.
    Banana boats are yummy too and the kids love them. Then the hobo packets. As the kids got older they could make them. Then of course adults were in charge of the cooking.
    My boys are adults now and they still talk about our family camping trips.

  • @gloriamedina6908
    @gloriamedina6908 3 роки тому +3

    Hi Megan . Thank you for letting us be a part of evonnies birthday party. The bike you got her has just the perfect combo of colors that you all like. Happy 4Th Birthday Evonnie. so proud of you.

  • @thespicyrose
    @thespicyrose 3 роки тому +19

    I’m loving these frequent vlogs! I know baby is on the way so no pressure! Big hug to you!

  • @maryellenboudria1172
    @maryellenboudria1172 3 роки тому +1

    You are the BEST Mom! You know your proprieties and your kids are going to have MANY precious memories. This blog reminded me of our family camping. I just loved it and especially bringing a little home with us on the trip! I noticed the cloth tablecloth on the picnic table! I did the same thing!
    Love your videos that include the kids. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @yetiveguilfoil5190
    @yetiveguilfoil5190 3 роки тому +1

    Lots of fun camping with little ones. Lots of work for mom and dad but the kids will always remember these fun times

  • @emilyzacharias5807
    @emilyzacharias5807 3 роки тому +1

    Wow Megan, you make camping with kids look easy! Looks like a wonderful time!

  • @mruggier0
    @mruggier0 3 роки тому +1

    Loved this vlog!!! Your enthusiasm in all is contagious.A suggestion when kids are napping is o join them and take a power nap.Your body will love you and you will recharge. Cant wait to try your chocolate cake recipe. Think ill add some instant coffee granules to deepen chocolate flavor!! The children are adorable and they have the most beautiful eyes!

  • @jukes243
    @jukes243 3 роки тому +3

    Not being able to apologize is pride. I'm working on it. Happy Birthday! sweet Evonnie.

    • @MeganFoxUnlocked
      @MeganFoxUnlocked  3 роки тому

      Exactly!

    • @Sisterlisk
      @Sisterlisk 3 роки тому +1

      It's also a learned behaviour. Somebody modeled that to her. (I'm the same way).

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 3 роки тому

      And trust. When you’re in a relationship that you can trust the other person, it’s easier to apologize.

  • @brendawilliams508
    @brendawilliams508 3 роки тому +2

    I never heard them called mountain pie holders before, we refer to them as hobo pie holders. My husband does pizza, grilled cheese, regular pies with the bread, apple pie filling and a marshmellow...so good..

  • @amykolstee5212
    @amykolstee5212 3 роки тому

    I totally agree that salsa makes everything better!!! Fun video!!

  • @heymickey4512
    @heymickey4512 3 роки тому

    There is great contact papers that are water proof perfect for camper walls and restrooms. We used some right over our linoleum floor that was hideous lol and the kind we got looks like wood and it came out and is last beautifully

  • @kathywebster9167
    @kathywebster9167 3 роки тому +1

    You are so cute to follow .. love your little laugh ..adorable family ..love camping ⛺️

  • @gailpeczkis5292
    @gailpeczkis5292 3 роки тому

    Hi Megan, love your videos knowing your focus is on younger mothers and family life. I am 67 years old and I enjoy your family life and the children. I also find you can learn something new no matter what age you are. Saying that you try to live an intentional life and being ambitious inspires me as well. I think I will be picking up many of those books you are reading. Thank you for such encouraging videos.

  • @melisad6770
    @melisad6770 3 роки тому +9

    Love everything you post !!! This was an awesome vlog. Cheers Megan and Happy Birthday to Evonne!

    • @helen7naum
      @helen7naum 3 роки тому +1

      I'm from Russia. Also love all on the channel. It helps me inprove my English and
      also in this video I like the books,found the first book's writer on Utube

  • @faithwhatley6922
    @faithwhatley6922 3 роки тому

    Binge watching to catch up after not having internet for a month... I just love the casual vlogs so if those are easiest for you to film then I say go for it!

  • @amandalee2283
    @amandalee2283 3 роки тому

    I love a camping coffee bar!!!! Ur family is beautiful! Thx for sharing!!

  • @danat7016
    @danat7016 2 роки тому

    These are my favorite types of vlogs!

  • @stacystacy6087
    @stacystacy6087 3 роки тому +1

    I wondered about that gift when you asked Fletcher if he wanted to ride Evonnie's bike. Thanks for taking us along on your camping weekend. It's fun to see what others do when camping.

  • @janicebone6191
    @janicebone6191 3 роки тому

    What a fab trip... you must have been so tired... its all of the clearing up after... I loved Evonnie's bike and the spoke flowers...xx
    God Bless from the UK xx

  • @bettyangstadt4242
    @bettyangstadt4242 3 роки тому

    I so enjoyed this video. I would like more like these. I think it packs more into a video this was. Your children are so cute together. Bonnie is so attentive to Fletcher. Happy Birthday Vonnie 💘

  • @katiesorensen668
    @katiesorensen668 3 роки тому +1

    I just met you in a local café and you are as sweet and wonderful as you are on here! I’ve been following you for over 2 years now and I love your videos ❤️❤️

  • @baf814
    @baf814 3 роки тому +1

    Neat trick with the napkins. Love how you made the cinnamon rolls.

  • @LYMillValley
    @LYMillValley 3 роки тому +1

    All of the food looked so delicious. I use 2 cups of cooled coffee for the crazy cake instead of water. Really amps the flavor.

  • @dianegomes7914
    @dianegomes7914 3 роки тому +2

    I really enjoyed going along on your camping trip! What a great weekend filled with simple fun! Fall camping sounds ideal.

  • @cassygreen2397
    @cassygreen2397 3 роки тому

    My children are now 27 and 24 and I have such fond memories of going on family camping trips with our pop up camper. Enjoy every minute and soak up the memories. You do such a good job with your children! Motherhood is a blessing ♥️

  • @meganbaker2771
    @meganbaker2771 3 роки тому +8

    I can’t tell you how much I love your blogs! You are just so lovely and sweet and inspiring!!

    • @meganbaker2771
      @meganbaker2771 3 роки тому

      Vlogs. Sorry autocorrect is being difficult today 🤦‍♀️

  • @tamimills9405
    @tamimills9405 3 роки тому +1

    So fun! Thanks

  • @tammygeorge2756
    @tammygeorge2756 3 роки тому

    I enjoy and appreciate the variety of vlogs that you share. Some vloggers put out the same kind of content, and while I enjoy the people, it sometimes gets boring… not yours because it’s often something different. Thank you!!

  • @spunkycat6144
    @spunkycat6144 3 роки тому

    Evonne was so adorable to see. I am still smiling from that birthday party scene.

  • @BeverlySmithJohnson
    @BeverlySmithJohnson 3 роки тому

    I just recently found you and I love watching you and your family doing your best life❣️

  • @kathiecrider
    @kathiecrider 3 роки тому +2

    What a fun camping trip!! And Evonnie and Fletcher are just precious! ❤️

  • @betsiecrother1443
    @betsiecrother1443 3 роки тому

    Megan you are literally the BEST mom and I smile from ear to ear while watching your videos. ♥

  • @WBCRO
    @WBCRO 3 роки тому

    Your children will look back fondly on their camping adventures. You made it so fun and wholesome for them ... well done! As soon as you mentioned "crazy cake" I wondered if it was the same as the "wacky cake" we make here. Yes! It's the exact same recipe. We enjoy it made in a 9x13 pan and we just sprinkle chocolate chips over the batter before baking. It's quick and doesn't require making frosting. A neat side note on that recipe: my daughter threw a baby shower for a friend who loves chocolate but couldn't eat milk or eggs. Crazy/wacky cake to the rescue!!

  • @mowergal9776
    @mowergal9776 3 роки тому

    New name suggestion Bently Morgan Fox..
    Looks like a fun filled weekend filled with family, friends and food! Everything tastes better cooked outside.
    Your absolutely glowing, your such a beautiful person.

  • @karenmariesmith3395
    @karenmariesmith3395 3 роки тому +4

    You look adorable and cozy...yes, I completely understand about my veil going on just right....it can really be a struggle @ times...Evonnie and Fletcher look so big ....

    • @veronicamast1207
      @veronicamast1207 3 роки тому +1

      I also understand the whole veil fitting just right. It can be a struggle from time to time. I think your hair and veil looks so neat every time I watch your vlogs.

  • @cindywaldrop4287
    @cindywaldrop4287 3 роки тому +1

    I feel like I’ve been camping for the weekend! So relaxing! Thanks for sharing Megan♥️

  • @elliejellie22
    @elliejellie22 3 роки тому

    Great video. We are looking forward to getting out camping two times yet this year.

  • @donnabolt5847
    @donnabolt5847 3 роки тому +2

    Awe happy birthday sweet girl!
    Megan, you are doing a beautiful job taking care of yourself and your little bun in the oven! Not sure why people need to act like a Dr and tell you what you can/can't do. You're grown woman and pretty sure you know what you are doing (this is your 3rd baby). Enjoy your cup o Joe and yes moderation totally is the key, to everything really 😉

  • @lynnannescalzi8505
    @lynnannescalzi8505 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your videos, they’re very enjoyable. One note: it was a bit scary to see Josh continually looking at his phone while driving from 36:00 on. May you and your family stay safe and healthy.

  • @jacquelinebhg2325
    @jacquelinebhg2325 3 роки тому

    i LOVE your mommy and wife style, as is your relationship with them. your video very inspiring to me and gave me great ideas thank you ❤ my kiddos are 7 weeks and 3 years. i cant wait to take them camping in the future 😁

  • @sweetkentuckymama7710
    @sweetkentuckymama7710 Рік тому

    Loved this vlog so much! Thank you for sharing. I love camping!

  • @Courterfly
    @Courterfly 3 роки тому

    The way you interact and go that extra step with your kids is so sweet and encouraging ❤️

  • @allisonharris9744
    @allisonharris9744 3 роки тому

    I just had to say how much I loved this video! It was such a fun & unique experience. I am so encouraged by your desire to serve and treasure your blessing of being a mother!

  • @pattersonfamily9068
    @pattersonfamily9068 3 роки тому

    Wish you were on Rumble!! Can’t bear watching UA-cam anymore…going to miss you guys!! 😭

  • @taybarrett2893
    @taybarrett2893 3 роки тому +9

    My husband and I have thought of getting a small camper for "easy" vacas with our 3 babies. This was very inspiring! When I saw those flowers 💐 I thought OF COURSE you would! I love it!

  • @teenabrown9786
    @teenabrown9786 3 роки тому

    Loved your camping adventure! Your sisters camper is great! We bought a camper & 2 weeks later went into lockdown, here in Australia. 😭. So haven’t used it yet! Most annoying! My Grandkids love the great out doors... Family camping is the best, we do it all the time.Please don’t justify everything you do! Your a Mumma an need a few perks to get through the day! 😂☕️🍩 Enjoy that coffee! Your a great Mum! 🙏💐🙏🥰🇦🇺🦘

  • @marybethduke3263
    @marybethduke3263 3 роки тому +1

    Happy birthday, Evonnie!!!

  • @tonybradshaw4716
    @tonybradshaw4716 3 роки тому +2

    Love these videos with this and that things.
    Looks like you had some great family time. You're truly blessed.

  • @denisehodges8370
    @denisehodges8370 3 роки тому

    Happy birthday sweet girl 🎈🎈

  • @cjrrob7336
    @cjrrob7336 3 роки тому

    Your family is very lucky Megan you're full of energy & enthusiasm for all the things! The games, the flowers, the food all extra even IN THE Woods LOL. This was a fun vlog. 👍💝

  • @mariposavioleta9007
    @mariposavioleta9007 3 роки тому

    I COMPLETELY AGREE BACON MAKES EVERYTHING BETTER!!! I love this video and throwing in different bits. Absolutely love Evonnie's reaction to her cake and her new bike with the flowers and butterflies

  • @terihumrichous4225
    @terihumrichous4225 3 роки тому

    I really loved this vlog. The way you mother your children is so precious. Cant wait to see the next gift from God. Take care the time is quickly passing before your new son will be here. Love, love your vlog....

  • @aprilmapp3140
    @aprilmapp3140 3 роки тому

    you made it very interesting thank you. God bless you and your family,

  • @kristina4944
    @kristina4944 3 роки тому

    I haven’t watched in awhile, but I really liked this video!!

  • @anamoly8677
    @anamoly8677 3 роки тому

    Love love love this style of vlog

  • @stephensydow9212
    @stephensydow9212 3 роки тому

    We love our camper! We’ve made the best memories with our four kids over the years 💕~Christy

  • @ShiningForHim247
    @ShiningForHim247 3 роки тому

    Awesome update! Thanks!!

  • @melissabibby7310
    @melissabibby7310 3 роки тому +2

    Great video, camping is always a great time, being out in nature. Glade she had a Happy Birthday out in the open. 👍❤️🦋🎂🎉

  • @MelArchbold
    @MelArchbold 3 роки тому +1

    So love all your videos! I’m so happy that you invite us along. Both the more structured and vlog style are wonderful. Both give us the feeling that we’re just getting a chance to hang out with a good friend ❤️

  • @sarahjones6858
    @sarahjones6858 3 роки тому

    Hi Megan! This is Sarah. I am commenting for the first time on your channel. I have been watching it for a long time now. It is nice that you and Lynette Yoder are friends and meet up once in a while. I always enjoy both of your channels and always look forward to the next ones. I think you ladies are amazing. Keep up the good work. Congratulations on your new baby boy! There are a few other ladies I watch also who are pregnant, too. Both of them are having baby girls. Their names are Raquel Whitmer and Hannah on 'Hannah's Happy Home'. I enjoy watching their channels as well.😊 I wish all the best to all of you and your families. 😊

    • @sarahjones6858
      @sarahjones6858 3 роки тому

      What I mean by the next ones I mean the next videos. 😊

    • @sarahjones6858
      @sarahjones6858 3 роки тому

      Witmer not Whitmer

    • @sarahjones6858
      @sarahjones6858 3 роки тому

      I made another mistake. I think I got Hannah mixed up with another lady that goes to my church that is going to have a baby girl. I don't think Hannah is finding out the gender of her baby until it is born, or isn't telling till it is born. Either way, we don't know the gender of her baby.

  • @Daytonagail
    @Daytonagail 3 роки тому +1

    Megan, camping is fun for the family but, it's alot more work for Mom's. Until I started doing this myself, I had no idea how much work my Mom did for us all to have a good time!

  • @jantrewitt4058
    @jantrewitt4058 3 роки тому +5

    We used to go camping with our 3 kids a lot. Brings back so many memories for me! Thanks for sharing your life and family with us.

  • @olgatellomorrow5898
    @olgatellomorrow5898 3 роки тому

    WHAT A GOOD MOMY YOU ARE!!!! GOD BLESS ALL❤

  • @teresaeubanks9548
    @teresaeubanks9548 3 роки тому

    You’re an awesome mom!

  • @spunkycat6144
    @spunkycat6144 3 роки тому

    I think I needed this fun vlog. I love this style. It's a small vacation from the to-do lists and keeping up.

  • @wilmawagler5058
    @wilmawagler5058 3 роки тому

    We camped a lot when our kids were all at home. Precious memories.

  • @erikabutterfly
    @erikabutterfly 3 роки тому

    Awww! Evonnie is growing up so fast! What a little princess!!

  • @lissi3884
    @lissi3884 3 роки тому +10

    I was always told that it is allowed to drink even three caffeine drinks a day… so don’t worry about that😉 Greetings from Germany ☺️

    • @lacioftheland5627
      @lacioftheland5627 3 роки тому

      Also caffeine is more of an issue during the first trimester. Don't stress too much about it.

  • @traciecarlson4706
    @traciecarlson4706 3 роки тому

    I love how many things you made in those pie cookers. We only ever do pizza sandwiches in them. Next summer I will try the breakfast sandwich and pancakes. Looks so good!

  • @sherry1253
    @sherry1253 3 роки тому +1

    This was super fun and cute to watch, loved it!

  • @danaday8072
    @danaday8072 3 роки тому

    I love this style video. It looked like you had so much fun.

  • @laurafritz7571
    @laurafritz7571 3 роки тому

    We are in Wisconsin and call mountain pies pudgy pies. Our favorite is pie filling between bread slices.

  • @cooliomcgeee
    @cooliomcgeee 3 роки тому

    What a sweet, thoughtful mama you are!

  • @local_treasures815
    @local_treasures815 3 роки тому

    Megan goes blowing away in the wind with the books.....!

  • @LynneUK1
    @LynneUK1 3 роки тому

    Loved this vlog, I loved caravan holidays when I was a child, I used to love the sound of rain on the roof.

  • @Ladiebuglane1
    @Ladiebuglane1 3 роки тому

    Aw what a great camping trip!! I always find pop rocks at the dollar tree. We made that cake but it was called "moon cake" in our homeschool curriculum from My Father's World.

  • @marleneboothe9632
    @marleneboothe9632 3 роки тому

    Fun video...my family was a camping family but we only did tents and even though I have fond memories of swimming in the creek and lake, cooking on and sitting around the campfire, nature walks etc...I'm not much of a camper now unless it's with a camper and lots of the luxuries from home!! Thanks for sharing all your adventures...praying for you in these last few weeks of pregnancy!!

  • @karbear26
    @karbear26 3 роки тому

    Looked like a fun camping time! I’ll have to look up your chocolate frosting recipe sounds yummy! Happy Birthday enjoy your bike!

  • @dianawilson9161
    @dianawilson9161 3 роки тому

    Megan, I love EVERYTHING you post! If you make it and post it we WILL watch so just keep making what you make because we love it!!! Thank you so much for making these videos.

  • @msjuliesvirtualpreschoolan6102
    @msjuliesvirtualpreschoolan6102 3 роки тому +1

    Great video! Love the activities you did with the kids and love all the food

  • @thetubadorgarymccurdy1227
    @thetubadorgarymccurdy1227 3 роки тому

    We like to do dessert in mountain pie iron. We do 2 pieces of bread with a cream cheese and whipped topping mixture and a thickened fruit! So delicious!!

  • @nancycosgrove4005
    @nancycosgrove4005 3 роки тому

    Megan you amaze me! You are a wonderful mom and it was so fun “going camping” with you happy birthday Vonnie

  • @lisaplanck7809
    @lisaplanck7809 3 роки тому

    Your always so happy and joyful!! I love watching your vlog!! Sweet family🥰🥰

  • @sah3181
    @sah3181 3 роки тому

    Your energy and amazes me,, praise God for it!! Keep up the good work 👌

  • @sca965
    @sca965 3 роки тому

    Happy belated birthday to Evonnie. I just realized her name is close to mine - kind of (my nickname is Von from my full-name) Yay!! Love the camping and the scenery. Always fun with you & your family. Thanks for sharing.

  • @shadegarden7375
    @shadegarden7375 3 роки тому

    Oh man, the music and scenery in the first few seconds!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @laurenalcala4253
    @laurenalcala4253 3 роки тому

    Love your channel....you have a wonderful family ❤

  • @karenlynharshe4571
    @karenlynharshe4571 3 роки тому

    Pieced together vids are the best. Keeps my attention. I was born in Columbia have seen Pa. Since I was 10 love seeing when you travel around or even go to the shops

  • @valerieblackmer7056
    @valerieblackmer7056 3 роки тому

    I love learning new things from you. You are a born teacher!

  • @conniewatson5010
    @conniewatson5010 3 роки тому

    There are Mennonites here in Louisiana,.. There was this loaf bread that one lady made,.. it's called ,. Persimmon , pumpkin, raisin, coconut cinnamon,. Loaf,.. it was so good...😁😊👍😋😋

  • @LisaR2392
    @LisaR2392 3 роки тому

    I LOVED this vlog! Something a little different!

  • @darlenemishler616
    @darlenemishler616 3 роки тому

    Happy birthday Evonne! Looks like lots of fun on your camping trips!