FINALLY Some Sunny Alaska Days! Blackstone Cooking and Play With Us

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  • @RungSchmittA
    @RungSchmittA Місяць тому +21

    It's so important for children to have a happy and loving childhood. Your kids have all of that and more, Lauren 🥰

  • @annemariewalker6334
    @annemariewalker6334 Місяць тому +13

    You and Mark are doing so wonderful raising your kids. I absolutely love seeing your boys taking care of Violet. She's one lucky little girl!!! 😊

  • @laurijohnson7754
    @laurijohnson7754 Місяць тому +24

    I love that your boys are allowed to be boys and can participate in sports and have chores. You don’t see much of that anymore. I love that they get out and enjoy the outdoors

    • @amyerion9710
      @amyerion9710 Місяць тому

      Are you new?

    • @laurijohnson7754
      @laurijohnson7754 Місяць тому +2

      @@amyerion9710 why? Because I commented on something they always do? I just wanted to compliment her. Odd comment

  • @amyerion9710
    @amyerion9710 Місяць тому +5

    I love that Mark has no issue with giving the older boys credit. How awesome. Now that is a great dad. Recognize that you both are great parents. The fact you are teaching them everyday, goes way beyond what some parents do. By the time my son was 15 he had a part time job, school with straight A’s and building animal cages. He had his own animals that he cared for, plus doing his own laundry. He got up on his own. He wanted to be treated as the adult he thought he was. Yes a grown man, sometimes working 3 jobs. He does what he needs to do to take care of his home and wife. One of the jobs is to help with a friend and his business. He is one of the Aquarist at a zoo here in Minnesota.

  • @madcitywendy
    @madcitywendy Місяць тому +8

    This video brought me lots of smiles at the end of a hard day working with families who are really struggling. You always lift my spirits and fill me with a sense of hope and purpose (ok crying now). Your children are such a joy. You have maintained your beautiful commitment to them throughout such a hard year. Thank you for including us in your life!

  • @carolwells8388
    @carolwells8388 Місяць тому +7

    Such an interesting and exciting life you guys have. The boys are so fortunate to have great parents and an exciting life.

  • @janetfaircloth208
    @janetfaircloth208 Місяць тому +7

    Look at Little Peanut….she is growing up into her own little person. Those smiles!!!❤❤

  • @ladylarkin
    @ladylarkin Місяць тому +5

    I just love this for Mark 😂 I love to see him with the boys you can see the joy in his face 😂😂😂

  • @user-nr6ny9xr2c
    @user-nr6ny9xr2c Місяць тому +4

    You're an amazing mom.

  • @mariezafonte6473
    @mariezafonte6473 Місяць тому +3

    Your kids are having the best life ever!!

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      I hope they look back and remember how much fun they had!

  • @jodeming5088
    @jodeming5088 Місяць тому +13

    The blackstone grills are incredible. They are fast and the food is wonderful. Your family is so active together. Chores, shopping, cooking, sports. Whatever is on the agenda. It’s wonderful to see. Enjoy the weather. Florida would love a little cool off. Thanks for sharing so much with us. I love your feel good videos.

    • @danahenderson3742
      @danahenderson3742 Місяць тому

      Yes, south Mississippi would love a few degrees cooler as well. 95, heat index about 105. We live in a sauna 🧖🏼‍♀️ 🥵

  • @tamekadavis9051
    @tamekadavis9051 Місяць тому +7

    Good morning and happy Wednesday have a great day

  • @Jennifer62389
    @Jennifer62389 Місяць тому +4

    Couldn't believe how may fishermen were out on the Russian river.. Nice family days.😊

  • @maybeebuzzy2265
    @maybeebuzzy2265 Місяць тому +9

    So much fun!
    Thanks for the smiles and this wonderful feeling🥰
    Love to your family🌻🐝

  • @davidtrishhope9841
    @davidtrishhope9841 Місяць тому +4

    Thanks for taking us along with the lovely family. Love from New Zealand

  • @lesliemoushey
    @lesliemoushey Місяць тому +2

    Loving all the new videos! Can’t wait to see your beautiful state next summer!

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      Glad you are planning a trip! Thank you so much for watching.

  • @MY_OPINON
    @MY_OPINON Місяць тому +3

    I LOVE THIS WEEKLY VLOG CONTENT FROM YOU! Please, keep them coming!

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Doing my best to keep content rolling out

  • @roxananunez4238
    @roxananunez4238 Місяць тому +2

    You have a lovely home and a beautiful family as well ❤

  • @cynthiadailey6866
    @cynthiadailey6866 Місяць тому +3

    Lauren, I am noticing how much precious Violet is looking like her big brother Everett (one or two t’s idk). Thank you for taking us along with you and your family on these amazing Alaskan adventures. My bucket list destination is Alaska!!

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      You're welcome! Hope you get to visit one day!

  • @clairevagonis1873
    @clairevagonis1873 Місяць тому +1

    I love that little Everett he’s so adorable❤y

  • @mandywhitton
    @mandywhitton Місяць тому +9

    I am very impressed with how much your children do around the house xxxxx you don’t see kids do this here in uk I had to all the work with y sisters but we still never aloud out the house so your Boys are SO SO LUCKY I Proud of your Boys and what they do for you and Mark

  • @donnabeach1250
    @donnabeach1250 Місяць тому +6

    Oh Love the Canadian flag!! 😊

  • @mamafromhawaii
    @mamafromhawaii Місяць тому +1

    So nice to have family support and a tribe to spend time with! what a blessing

  • @miephoex
    @miephoex Місяць тому +3

    What a Life! Blessed 😊

  • @patjones5723
    @patjones5723 Місяць тому +3

    How cool is that....that Mark can take the boys several miles away for some quick fishing adventure 😀 So awesome to have a Dad that flies an airplane ❤

  • @platemanFYI
    @platemanFYI Місяць тому +2

    Nice that you finally have some nice weather to be warm by!

  • @denarenee3198
    @denarenee3198 Місяць тому +2

    It’s beautiful there. I went to the white mountains in New Hampshire for vacation. The mountains are gorgeous there too.

  • @HammTeach
    @HammTeach Місяць тому +2

    A great video! So glad you all are loving the blackstone and you sucking the air out of your food bags for storing those burritos is genius! Will be using that for future.

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      Thanks for watching, we are grateful you're here!

  • @robyn7287
    @robyn7287 Місяць тому

    What a great life your boys have, I know from experience that keeping up with energetic young kids is exhausting but you and mark really have it covered. Great parenting skills. Enjoyed the video, so much fun.

  • @melissakennedy2849
    @melissakennedy2849 Місяць тому +3

    Oh man, it melts my heart to see the boys holding Violet, just so cute😊 Glad you guys got a jersey Mike’s, we have quite a few here in Ohio.

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому +1

      They really love her and I am so thankful!

  • @sallydunbar1683
    @sallydunbar1683 Місяць тому +12

    Love your vlogs, Lauren! It's so funny to talk about how hot it is at 68°! I laughed when one of the boys talked about hot hot he was. It's been in the 90's here in Indiana with heat indexes of 100°! What beautiful weather you're having. I think the Blackstone may have secretly been a gift for Lauren? 😂 Enjoy, ot looks awesome.
    It's always a blessing to have extra help building structures. Mark is such a great Dad & provider. Excited for your sauna. I've never seen a "one wheel." Maybe you could show a little more about it? Thanks for taking us with you! Please tell your brother that his service is appreciated by his community & by me. Nice to see your brother and nephews! God bless!

  • @maryricketts8526
    @maryricketts8526 Місяць тому +9

    YES!!! 68 IS PERFECT for summer temps. I'm looking at record temps here in southern Idaho 103 to 108.
    Miss my summers in Alaska sooo much.
    My husband used to fly over the inlet with a friend, catch a salmon or two then we'd have the BBQ ready for fresh caught fish for dinner. What a wonderful life❤❤
    You folks are livin the dream

  • @debbielopez6593
    @debbielopez6593 Місяць тому +3

    Thank you for sharing a wonderful video,really enjoyed your week of sunny days,and adventures!!! Violet is so precious a cutie pie ❤

  • @francesformiller7667
    @francesformiller7667 Місяць тому +28

    Hate the Sun.
    Like it Cold. Dark. Rainy. Snowy.
    Sorry. That's Me. ☃️

    • @Wintermaus
      @Wintermaus Місяць тому +5

      Me too! 💯

    • @susanh.352
      @susanh.352 Місяць тому +2

      Love the Sun. Hate the Heat though. Stay Cool.🐕

    • @laurijohnson7754
      @laurijohnson7754 Місяць тому

      @@susanh.352after living in AZ I’m wanting some cool weather. We are going on an Alaskan cruise the end of August. I’m not sure what to pack.

    • @karenleemallonee684
      @karenleemallonee684 Місяць тому +1

      I am the exact same way, I don't like to freeze either though.
      I live in O.C. CA. & My apartment does not have AC...🥵
      Snuggle weather is perfect for me, I wish it could be all year long!!!
      🍂🌾🍁

    • @user-kz4of3uf2h
      @user-kz4of3uf2h Місяць тому +1

      Same here !

  • @Kathleensailorgirl
    @Kathleensailorgirl Місяць тому +5

    Lauren, thanks for taking us along on your many fun adventures. God’s blessings for you all 🙏🙏😇😇

  • @jamietipton5743
    @jamietipton5743 Місяць тому +2

    Oh my! We love Jersey Mikes! We are regulars.

  • @tarras3292
    @tarras3292 Місяць тому +3

    Thank you for Sharing ❤❤

  • @janamunden1970
    @janamunden1970 Місяць тому +8

    So glad you got some well deserved nice summer weather. It looks so fun with the activities and spending family time together. Thank you for taking us along Lauren. Love from Ohio

  • @debbiec4224
    @debbiec4224 Місяць тому +2

    Great video with lots of family fun! Love that grill! Violet is sure growing. Thanks for sharing yiur family with us! 😊

  • @amyburl3826
    @amyburl3826 Місяць тому +2

    Man, these boys live extremely privileged blessed lives. How fun living where people spend a fortune to vacation at. (Including me)😄 my husband and I will be in Alaska in a few weeks! So excited. Lauren’s videos helped me a great deal when planning our trip, will be visiting many areas that she has shown.

  • @ritabaker3113
    @ritabaker3113 Місяць тому +3

    Blessed Wednesday

  • @aglabus
    @aglabus Місяць тому +2

    Little tip on the blackstone. The corners and some edges don’t ever get hot enough to “season”so a couple runs in take a blow torch to the spots that are still light and not getting enough heat. That way the entire surface will be “seasoned” !!

  • @betheurich7790
    @betheurich7790 Місяць тому +3

    Love the sunshine! Everett looks so like Mark♥️ Hugs to each of you and scratches to Ms Luna♥️

  • @bettyruth9142
    @bettyruth9142 Місяць тому +2

    What fun yalll have been having!! Great food also !! 😀😀

  • @kristietaylor719
    @kristietaylor719 Місяць тому +2

    Lauren, I am listening to you saying that the kids think 68° is hot and my first thought is they need to avoid Oklahoma and most of the southern US since we have been hitting the mid to upper 90's and into the 100's a few days while feeling a good 10° more each day. We are grateful for the next few days of mid and upper 80's. Just thought this was a good laugh about how growing up in different places makes the different temperatures feel.

  • @tinademuro8572
    @tinademuro8572 Місяць тому +2

    HI LAUREN AND FAMILY YOU GUYS LOOK LIKE YOUR HAVING A BLAST HUGS AND KISSES LOVE TINA 😊

  • @cathyshuler8149
    @cathyshuler8149 Місяць тому +1

    It's so wonderful seeing such a happy family enjoying being together! The children are blessed to be growing up and experiencing this! Y'all provide such a wonderful, loving environment

  • @karenfunkfew2851
    @karenfunkfew2851 Місяць тому +2

    Frebreeze peel off label at bottom of can you will see how little is in can.

  • @vernicebarmore3505
    @vernicebarmore3505 Місяць тому +3

    It is so great to see your family enjoying each other and having a great time with each other.❤😊

  • @nadiadenning2035
    @nadiadenning2035 Місяць тому +3

    Me and my husband is talking about moving out of state and to Juneau Alaska , we currently live in Tennessee and we want a big change is our life for our kids n little family ❤

  • @moeflanagan2677
    @moeflanagan2677 Місяць тому +3

    A great week!

  • @pattygrooms5412
    @pattygrooms5412 Місяць тому +3

    The fajitas looked amazing! Yummy!

  • @user-ru9wp4vs5m
    @user-ru9wp4vs5m Місяць тому +2

    Oh my what fun your boys have and Violet will too when she is bigger. You and Mark make sure your boys are boys and get to do such neat things and it’s for sure they will know how to do a lot of stuff as they grow into adulthood. Love watching the meals on the Blackstone, we gave my husband one for Christmas and it’s still in the box 😢 keep dropping lots of hints but nothing yet.
    Love your family time, you are a great family. ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @traceyhue-sang6899
    @traceyhue-sang6899 Місяць тому +2

    Thanks for sharing all the fun with us. Thr views from the plane was amazing.

  • @marlye57
    @marlye57 Місяць тому +3

    Summer and sunshine! Nothing better for happyness! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @psw47
    @psw47 Місяць тому +1

    I totally loved all the activities! I really enjoy Mark flying the plane and all of them fishing. What fun to have family around to help out and enjoy their company! Love you all, and hugs to Violet and here's to more sunny days! 🌞💜

  • @catalinamc9933
    @catalinamc9933 Місяць тому +6

    First comment aaahh how exciting!!! ❤😊 now to watch the video 😊

  • @kaydublin5164
    @kaydublin5164 Місяць тому +3

    We bought my hubby his Blackstone for our anniversary (May) and Father’s Day’s, he and we love it, along with his smoker from the year before, I love the summer he does most of the cooking.😊

  • @katieboyle3921
    @katieboyle3921 Місяць тому

    Lovely video. Thank you for taking the time to share your Alaska life.

  • @rachelfrees1268
    @rachelfrees1268 Місяць тому +2

    Hi Lauren. If I were young, I would have a Blackstone so fast. Since it’s just me, I’ll watch you all use it. Fabulous. Cannot imagine children born and raised in Alaska living in Texas later in life. Violet is growing so fast. We see it via your videos. Thank goodness children time seems forever. If they lived/witnessed what us elderly experience, it would be too much. This is just a great video.❤

  • @markwall9747
    @markwall9747 Місяць тому

    It’s amazing seeing all the different things you do as a family and how everyone is included, you all work so hard for what you have and work so well as a team keep up the amazing videos

  • @susanlanik2728
    @susanlanik2728 Місяць тому

    I have no need for a Blackstone, but your video makes me want one. Great for a big family.

  • @bette2.045
    @bette2.045 Місяць тому +3

    Im glad your family is enjoying the nice weather. Its very hot here in North Carolina, where we have a Jersey Mike's, very tasty. Baby Violet is beautiful🥰 Enjoyed your video, thank you

  • @emmymac71
    @emmymac71 Місяць тому +4

    68 degrees sounds heavenly. 98 in Virginia 🔥😎

  • @chelseahossack5508
    @chelseahossack5508 Місяць тому +2

    I love that the kids think it’s hot 😆 it’s all relative!! Being from AZ that sounds downright chilly but I know it’s warm for you! Glad you finally got some good weather. Thanks for taking us along! You’re motivating me to use our blackstone more

  • @rendamuklewicz3577
    @rendamuklewicz3577 Місяць тому

    Fun to watch family loving the warm spell. Impressive stock up on breakfast burritos. Love from Mideast Ohio

  • @beckscroft18
    @beckscroft18 Місяць тому

    Love this, so glad you finally have a bit of sun xx

  • @basil8760
    @basil8760 Місяць тому

    Totally LOVE it when U show Violet. Also really like Jersey Mike’s😋

  • @lindamartin7580
    @lindamartin7580 Місяць тому +1

    You are definitely the epitome of an “outdoor “ family. Looks like Alaska is a great place for that! Wonder if if Violet will be a tomboy.. Take care! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      I think she will fit right in, she loves being outside!

    • @lindamartin7580
      @lindamartin7580 Місяць тому

      I received an email from you that says Goodies for you but won’t let me reply. Says site was taken down etc? It’s ok. Just thought I’d let you know.❤️❤️

  • @Pastelleoja
    @Pastelleoja Місяць тому +2

    Avon skin so soft is a good none toxic skin lotion helps keep mosquitoes away ! Food looks good 😊

  • @normalincoln8502
    @normalincoln8502 Місяць тому +1

    What a awesome video. Thanks for that. 🥰

  • @madeleinetunstall5690
    @madeleinetunstall5690 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for including the temperature in Celsius, much appreciate it. I’m from Australia and when channels post their temperature, I have to always google what it is in Celsius. Little miss Violet is growing so much. Looks like beautiful weather. That weather would suit me

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      Our pleasure! Glad to have friends from all over the world on here!

  • @hollistafford9242
    @hollistafford9242 Місяць тому +1

    Wonderful video I absolutely loved it so much what's going on it took me all day to watch it I was thrilled to see all what was going on in your family so wonderful and thank you so much for putting this together I truly appreciate it

  • @Britt.U.S.R
    @Britt.U.S.R Місяць тому +4

    ❤❤❤ Love family ❤❤❤

  • @wildaboutalaska3833
    @wildaboutalaska3833 Місяць тому +1

    It was great meeting you at Arctic Roadrunner, Lauren. 😃

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому

      YES! So fun to run into you. Thanks for saying hello!

  • @kaycuneio7226
    @kaycuneio7226 Місяць тому

    As much as I like cloudy stormy days, I don’t believe I could survive Alaska without more sunny days.
    God bless your young mom energy. You’re such a great mom.

  • @glendahamilton4148
    @glendahamilton4148 Місяць тому +4

    Here in Australia we use a product called " citronella" as a " bug" deterrent ". We are able to have it in candles also as oil in burners. Great video. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @Traveler-nu8xc
      @Traveler-nu8xc Місяць тому

      We have lots of citronella products in US. Candles, cone burners and grow the plants. I don’t find it helpful though. Maybe stronger or different variety where you are

  • @hondakickandgo
    @hondakickandgo Місяць тому +1

    Family time is the best

  • @montana4939
    @montana4939 Місяць тому

    What a nice family , good for you guys . Value the time cause life goes fast .

  • @reneegranger284
    @reneegranger284 Місяць тому +2

    Loved the video you shared. Looks like you had a lot of fun.

  • @Shelly.1962
    @Shelly.1962 Місяць тому +2

    Lots of fun 😃😃❤️🇨🇦🥰

  • @mandywhitton
    @mandywhitton Місяць тому +3

    Thank you mommy looking after Voliet

  • @zefcha4670
    @zefcha4670 Місяць тому +2

    more videos like this...such a variety!

  • @Katie-turkoz
    @Katie-turkoz Місяць тому +3

    I am originally from Brighton in England I love that your nephew is called Brighton x

  • @cathyshuler8149
    @cathyshuler8149 Місяць тому

    Really enjoying your summer films... Jersey Mike's is the best sub shop! So glad y'all have one there!

  • @jacquelinemullinax393
    @jacquelinemullinax393 Місяць тому +3

    Loved the vlog thanks for sharing!!! A lot of fun stuff to do there. Happy the boys abd family enjoying the weather. Voilet is gettung spoiled with Grandma so sweet. Have a great time with Family. Love to all💜♥♥♥♥♥♥♥🐟🎣

  • @DinelleJeanes
    @DinelleJeanes Місяць тому

    Totally loved your video. Looks like your having a awesome summer

  • @AllThingsClarice
    @AllThingsClarice Місяць тому

    Hi Lauren, Mark & kiddos 👋 What a fantastic life you all lead and brilliant memories and life skills your teaching those boys of yours… amazing 😻 and your little princess Violet has an awesome life ahead of her. Big hugs to you all 🤗 god bless 🙏😘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @cindyblevins6901
    @cindyblevins6901 Місяць тому +2

    I was at those sand dunes 50 years ago.

  • @daydaydueitt6541
    @daydaydueitt6541 Місяць тому +2

    Loving your videos I thank you for all the hard work to show us your beautiful life in Alaska it's wonderful

  • @janemay8721
    @janemay8721 Місяць тому +2

    I agree 68 degrees is perfect weather and sunshine...what a beautiful day at the skate park. The boys make skating and boarding look so fun. Happy that you are having good weather. Love the Blackstone . Food looked delicious.

  • @jacquethirlkel3001
    @jacquethirlkel3001 Місяць тому +1

    Wow! How many kids wish their parent could fly them to a river to fish on a summer evening where it stays sunny half the night? What a youth experience!! God bless!

  • @tinademuro8572
    @tinademuro8572 Місяць тому +2

    WE HAVE JERSEYS MIKES WE LOVE IT YIPPEE

  • @cathykillion6544
    @cathykillion6544 Місяць тому +2

    Enjoyed the family video ❤

  • @kikomartin-pr
    @kikomartin-pr Місяць тому

    That was an amazing video. Looks like so much fun. Have a great week.

  • @marnieenglish9400
    @marnieenglish9400 Місяць тому +2

    Another Lauren family vlog, so excited. 🇬🇧 due for 30 degrees this week. All its done is rain. Noisy plumber here so volume up loud lol love to the family x ❤

  • @OurConvictPast
    @OurConvictPast Місяць тому +3

    I love how you guys call the 60's hot and yet here its a chilly winter temp. So good to see you all enjoying your summer. Why did the boys have to release the first salmon but not the second one? And what seasoning did you use on the prawns?

  • @dianewitte8512
    @dianewitte8512 Місяць тому

    This was a wonderful video!!! Violet is beautiful!!!!

  • @brilliantbutblue
    @brilliantbutblue Місяць тому

    Mark, looks like Lauren is loving her new Blackstone Grill 🤪

    • @ThisAlaskaLife
      @ThisAlaskaLife  Місяць тому +1

      LOL! The gift is me making him lots of good food on it!

  • @jacquelinecasey1361
    @jacquelinecasey1361 Місяць тому +2

    I’ve used Avon skin so soft for kids, check it out. Also, the chair on the one wheel looks like so much fun, great idea!