Does Gardening Like This Make Sense? (My response about the cost of my garden) | VLOG

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Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm
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There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart - to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here.
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@kittiew260 8 месяцев назад

The cost to grow food is nobody choice or business but your own. Since you find peace & joy in your garden, it's priceless.

@fallottaboner4459 8 месяцев назад

Just like restoring an old house. Or a classic car. Or building an AR.

@rebeccawallace4240 8 месяцев назад

You hit the nail on the head Jessica, with your talk I've been watching you for 7 years, and you haven't changed a bit maybe your income has but it's only from working as hard as you have and you've worked hard for everything you have you shouldn't have to explain anything .

@soulfitnesshawaii 8 месяцев назад

Aloha Jess, girl I live in Hawaii, the cost of FOOD is over the top expensive here, even growing food here is pretty costly. Bread can range from $6.00 to $10 a loaf , veggie per pound for lettuce can start at $2.99 lbs. I appreciate you, and your story. That said, people will talk no matter what you do. Just keep doing what you do. Also you're right 1) Food sold in the store isn't as healthy as home grown. 2) The meats are not grown from cared for animals. 3) You are also supporting your community with the food you share. So let people talk, those who know you KNOW YOU ❤. Just don't STOP believing in why you do what you do. Mahalo for sharing you've inspired me to be a gardener and dream my own dream.

@chrysalis-sanctuary 8 месяцев назад

Oh Jess, you’ve earned everything you have. No apologies or explanations are due anyone! You have a beautiful life and you have turned your dream into reality. What an incredible example you are of tenacity, faith, and devotion to your passion. I am trying to bring my own dream to life, building a (beautiful) sanctuary of healing for women who have experienced trauma. Beauty is God’s gift to humanity to help us deal with the ugliness of this world and is a worthy pursuit, especially when you share it others. I’m not there yet but I know the kind of work it takes to build a dream out of nothing…. you deserve to bask in your beautiful life…and never apologize or explain yourself to anyone in order to assuage their envy. ❤

@lisettegarcia 8 месяцев назад

People waaaaay underestimate the cost of buying prepackaged foods through the grocery store, ignoring travel fuel, waiting in line time, and medical consequences that ensue as a result of consuming fake filler ingredients over a lifetime

@Chickanic 8 месяцев назад

Those who have seen the beginning, are in awe of your accomplishments and it does nothing but give us the ambition to strive and hopefully live out our own "dream come true".

@taylormesa6166 8 месяцев назад

I’m not here for relatability, I’m here for gardening tours, tips, food, watching adorable animals and Jess talk. Watching your channel brings me joy. Seeing people work hard and build the life they love brings me joy. Plus every time you add new garden space that’s more gardening I get to watch. 😂❤ thank you for sharing all that you do.

@leewillis2908 8 месяцев назад

I couldn’t agree more. The garden brings joy to Jess who, in turn, brings joy to the rest of us, blesses her family, blesses her friends and her community. Talk about putting your talents to good use! Thank you, Jess and Miah and crew. You all bless us by sharing your lives with us!

@grandmasewhappyhomestead187 8 месяцев назад

I totally agree, and you put it in words just perfect.❤

@abundantacre9 8 месяцев назад

There have been some channels that I stopped being able to relate to and as a result I watch infrequently. Jess however, I have celebrated with her because of the person she is and how much I have gotten out of her wisdom and vision, for gardens and for life!! Even though I cannot currently do things on the scale that she can, I am shocked to see how much I have accomplished in five years by continuing to move forward.

@leewillis2908 8 месяцев назад

@@abundantacre9 same here. Some have gone totally off the rails from their origins. Jess is Jess.

@TheGiddyGeranium 7 месяцев назад

I think either you get or you don’t. The person who sent the comment, probably texted it on a cell phone they feel the need to upgrade every year!🤷🏽‍♀️ Thanks for the tea recipe!

@NinaM93 8 месяцев назад

I was just talking to my husband today about gardening being my peace in this chaotic world. You know what I see when I look at your 800 foot beautiful garden? I see someone who loves beautiful things and the beautiful things the land can supply with hard work and dedication. The way you love what you do is inspirational. And this is hard work, I don’t think people realize how hard growing a really large garden can be. And you do this to supply not only your family but your friends and community with organic and healthy food. I admire you, Jessica Sowards, and all that you do for your family and your community. Your authenticity will always be relatable to me and thousands of others who consider you a friend we met through RU-vid. Love you girlfriend!

@StaceyHerewegrowagain 8 месяцев назад

Exactly my thoughts and couldn't have said it any better❤

@lyndaevans1132 7 месяцев назад

Nina, you are so right! My garden is only a penny to Jess's dollar, but I spend plenty of time taking care of it--BECAUSE I LOVE IT! I LOVE being among my plants, and even come out each evening to say goodnight to it ! Food is an important part of it, but the enjoyment, happiness and peace that I receive, is boundless!

@NinaM93 7 месяцев назад

@@lyndaevans1132 I agree 100%! I try to save money where I can and the food is nice, but like you, it’s my hobby. I find so much joy and peace out in my garden. It’s truly what helped me through some of the hardest parts of my life- losing my baby sister and going through a divorce… my garden is what kept me sane. And it doesn’t matter how much money someone puts into it… if it helps feed their family and keeps them sane and grounded… it shouldn’t matter to anyone else what is going on in someone else’s yard.

@lyndaevans1132 7 месяцев назад

Exactly111@@NinaM93

@karen1866 7 месяцев назад

Gardening is my therapy. ❤️❤️

@vonniemerriam974 8 месяцев назад

Ok...I never comment twice but as your official reminder of your words Jess, I have to share them from your last garden tour in Arkansas. I think they perfectly express what you addressed here. "The thing that I've learned the most is that sometimes the very fulfillment of your dream turns out to just be a stepping stone into the next place. For so long I viewed living in town and waiting til I could garden on a large scale as my classroom and I desperately wanted to have this fulfillment and I got it! But I didn't realize til halfway through my time here that I was just in the next classroom. And THAT has made me such a bold dreamer. And bringing you into this garden has taught me the value of community and the value of sharing. This garden and my experience here...there's no way it would have been as amazing without you... you've taught me how to garden in so many ways. And I know fully that I wouldn't be launching into this next place as the woman and the gardener I am if it wasn't for you." Nuff said, y'all. Nuff said.

@hc3021 8 месяцев назад

Wow, thank you for sharing this quote!

@soulspaces 8 месяцев назад

We love you Jess! You have the biggest heart ever. One time my dad (who lives overseas) was visiting in 2019 and he said “oh hunny you remind me of my tomato garden girl i watch online”…. He said “ her name is Jess from roots and refuge. Imagine my shock and great joy. First that somehow the universe brought you into BOTH of our lives. And second that he said you reminded him of me and that’s one reason why he watched you. I can’t think of a better person to remind someone of. Seriously. 🥹🥹🥹 small beautiful world! Keep it up friends love you all!

@TheFlamingoHouse 8 месяцев назад

I love this comment! 💕🦩🌺

@ria9881 8 месяцев назад

I can think of no higher compliment to you than that soulspaces!

@NikkiCro 7 месяцев назад

What a sweet story!

@epicgardening 8 месяцев назад

Love the transparency in this

@RootsandRefugeFarm 8 месяцев назад

❤️❤️❤️

@schammond8993 8 месяцев назад

There are people out there that ,for whatever reason, resent success. Celebrate your success without apology. Congratulations 👏 Your farm is lovely and there is nothing wrong with it being beautiful. Well done.

@tinakarp3996 8 месяцев назад

I remember when you moved and started your new homestead, people left you comments they liked you better poor. 😞 You are building your life, your "job" by youtube, and as you have said, your dreams. I watch channels from all walks, all shapes and sizes. I watch the people I enjoy, and who make me feel good, at the end of the day, by sharing there journey. Thank you so much Jess.

@LulaMae21 8 месяцев назад

Really sad that people watch someone's dreams being fulfilled and all they can do is complain about it.

@kburkes4245 7 месяцев назад

Oh lordy. People will always find something to gripe about. You have worked hard for the things you have, and there is no shame in enjoying your blessings. I enjoy watching your videos.

@tinareberger3858 8 месяцев назад

Why do people feel as though they need to speak about what you do with your money? You are generous in sharing your beautiful life. You shouldn’t need to explain yourself. Please keep sharing! ❤️

@abbyslough1843 7 месяцев назад

One point to make is that I would recommend that when putting a garden space together you should make it a place where you are going to want to spend a lot of time… so make it a place where you see beauty, find joy, want to sing in and bring that beauty and joy to your plants to your food to your soul. You have built your sanctuary that feeds your soul and your family. It’s a dream and we all need to continue to dream. And everybody’s dreams and sanctuary is going to be and look different. You keep being you, living the dream and making the content that you do❤give people ideas to dream about!

@mbh0422 8 месяцев назад

Gardening is your spiritual gift. You minister to people through that gift. ❤

@ShortSeasonSammy 8 месяцев назад

My garden brings me so much more fulfillment than a trip to the grocery store ever could. I love growing weird things and exposing people to them. It's brought me closer to my friends/neighbors and brings them as much joy as it does to me because they know they are free to come grocery shop whenever they want. My 93 year old widowed neighbor actually brings people over to my house to show them my gardens. I'm planning my 2024 garden around sharing it, the end that people can drive up to is going to have all the produce they usually want like a living grocery aisle. Growing in abundance to be able to bless my community is the best way I can spend my money and fills my heart with so much joy.

@nestahumphries5496 8 месяцев назад

People are so rude. Why on earth is it anyone’s business how much money you have. I was just thinking this morning how sad I would be if you stopped your channel because it gives me so much pleasure and so much life. You work so hard and you deserve every penny you have. Thank you for all you give and all you show ❤

@chickenlady460 7 месяцев назад

1) My mama always said "feeling puny" when we were unwell. You aren't the only one. 2) You've worked so hard and you are making the world more authentically beautiful - in more ways than one - while living true to your passion and loving the Lord. Keep doing your thing. Ignore the coveting and jealous people.

@mckennamontcalm 8 месяцев назад

I'm not here for relatability, I'm here for inspiration! You have dreamed the dream, talked the talk, and are walking the walk! You are living in full alignment and that's why I'm here 👏🏻

@YazmineM528 8 месяцев назад

You may not relate to me (a first time mom who just started gardening & learning how to not burn down the house when cooking) but I watch you because I dream to have your life. I dream to have a garden, a farm, a house full of kids, and you do it in such a beautiful way. I feel like I’m video chatting with you every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you for being your authentic self Jess💕

@ria9881 8 месяцев назад

Oh if you haven't watched her early episodes I SO encourage it! I started from the beginning. I felt such a need to see their whole journey. I promise she can relate. There are plenty of us here who can! 💖

@YazmineM528 8 месяцев назад

@@ria9881 I’m working my way through watching all her videos! It’s so encouraging seeing how far she’s come and getting to see her progress. Such an inspiration

@ria9881 8 месяцев назад

It really is!!@@YazmineM528

@dianesuvada2636 7 месяцев назад

Jess, I watch you a lot and have never commented but todays topic has compelled me to comment here. I thoroughly can relate and understand how awkward it can feel to go from scraping change from your purse to go to the store to get milk to achieving some comfort and stability and nice surroundings through hard work. I understand why you felt compelled to share your thoughts because of the person you are. But you didn’t have to. You dont have to justify yourself. I see you and I’m sure many others do as well. I admire you transparency, honesty and how you communicate your life and journey. Keep it up, we are watching and appreciate you immensely.

@teresarock7380 8 месяцев назад

Artsy glass greenhouses and stone walkways fill your soul. The food fills your stomach.

@sarawr30 8 месяцев назад

As someone who has been watching you for years, who made a radish bed out of a kiddie pool, who turned their front lawn in to raised garden beds, who had a table on their front lawn with free cauliflower, kale, jalapeno starts for my neighborhood to take - I would never associate the word excess with you. You have created abundance, which is a main point of gardening, and you have shared that with everyone! You share knowledge, passion, your personal life and I'm sure SO MUCH tangible food and flowers to your extended friends, family and community. You inspire people to put their hands in some dirt and make food or beautiful flowers. I am proud of your success, I am grateful that I get to watch you create your dream home, and it offers motivation for me to do the same.

@josephinemarie7307 8 месяцев назад

In my opinion, getting started or established in a garden is where the cost is. After the beds, rows, and containers are full of dirt the abundance comes in and the cost goes down. Happy Gardening, Thank you for sharing.

@gailgreenberg6953 8 месяцев назад

I am an old 78 and only have 2 "birdie" raised beds and containers to garden in for food, but still do it and love watching you all, no envy, no criticism, just pleasure! Keep it up!

@FranchesicaMiddleton 7 месяцев назад

Prefer authenticity over relatibility. You're living our dreams, and we get to experience it while we wait in our classrooms.

@tater357 7 месяцев назад

That's what really gripes my butt. Is when someone feels the need to try and make someone feel bad about what they have. They don't realize it took hard work to earn that stuff, and it shouldn't be a topic of anyone else's conversation. I'm glad to see the success of others and to hear the stories behind what made ya'll. That's the book that needs to be published, not how others can't relate.

@serenityhillhomestead5392 8 месяцев назад

People underestimate the incredible worth of seeing your dream through. We are building our dream home ourselves. People think I'm crazy because it would be easier and quicker to pay someone else to do it. But the incredible value of seeing your dream happen can't be monetized. I may not be able to do the things you are doing in your garden now, but it sure does feed my dreams. I've been watching your videos for 6 years and have enjoyed seeing your garden and dreams grow. It shows that anyone can do it if they focus and work their dream and see difficulty as something to overcome, not something to bring you to a screeching halt.

@carolynlacelle-drouin4675 8 месяцев назад

People that have been here for a few years know how much time, sweat and literal tears you have put into your garden and this channel. BUT, you bring so much value to the gardening world by showing multiple aspects of the gardening world. By showing how to grow in a green stalk, a kiddie pool to the large scale. Idk, I really enjoy the channel and it allows me to dream about having a cow one day… while I grow radishes in a kiddie pool on my deck :)

@ria9881 8 месяцев назад

I just watched the kiddie pool one last week! lol Was thinking about trying to nab one for radishes! lol

@hollybacon3172 8 месяцев назад

Jess, I've followed you for years. You are a blessing to me. watching your videos has helped me as a gardener and helped me in my walk with Christ. I love you and your sweet family. ❤️

@dianemaybee5635 8 месяцев назад

yup just what Holly said, I love watching you and your family grow. It brings hope in this mixed up world. Keep being real, we appreciate you.

@denisemusicnut 8 месяцев назад

I just don’t get why some people feel the need to throw stones at others. Yes, you’ve been blessed to be able to build a garden I can only dream of, but you have worked very hard to get to this point. And the cool thing is, you use your blessings to bless others. I have learned a ton from you about gardening and tending to livestock. You provide an abundance of information freely on RU-vid, without keeping the best behind a paywall, and you’ve started a cooking channel to teach even more! I don’t need to be told what you’re worth. I know what you’re worth, and it’s way more than can be measured in dollars and cents! I pray that God will continue to bless you, and enable you to continue to bless others!

@rachelscrazyfarm3969 7 месяцев назад

This isn't just a garden!!! This is YOUR happiness!! This is something you have built and grown to be your PLACE.. your family's place. The place you are happy and want to spend your time. It's your REFUGE and I am here for it!! Most of us are 😂. I would love to have what you have, but heck a lot of my friends would love to have what I have. However making what you have work and making it your own is special!! It's something we can take pride in and say... I did this.... I grew that.. I love being at home, I feel peace when I am here, so does my family. My "expensive" dairy cow, well she is more than a cow, she is part of our family and we adore her. People pay way more for their expensive designer dog or horse. 🤷🏼‍♀️ If that makes them happy lol then so what. You keep being yourself we love you for it!! ❤❤

@sheilak4493 8 месяцев назад

What a lot of people does not understand that BLESSING OTHER, Sowing and Reaping all bring abundance in our lives! And it is a principle God has put in place! Love you all and don’t ever change! I BLESS YOU!

@FLgardener67 8 месяцев назад

Jess, You and Miah come from humble beginnings and have worked your butts off to get where you are. You don't need to explain your life style to anybody. I love your greenhouse and garden, the beautiful way it's put together is uplifting, spiritual and artsy all in one. As far as buying groceries and milk at the store, apparently these people don't buy organic produce or A2 milk, because it's a budget breaker. Keep being you and if the critics can't handle it, they should just move on.

@pattirobertson4069 8 месяцев назад

If you ran a B&B you would want fancy things, frilly curtains, expensive sheets. Expensive kitchen items. You run a farm. You produce income with your video’s. Every business has business expenses. I want a beautiful greenhouse. Fabulous raised beds, nice walk ways. And like you, I will work for them. If you are doing what you love, paying your bills on time and providing for your family all at the same time. Your tomatoes are worth way more then the pathetic excuse of produce that you find in the grocery stores. You keep doing you, because that is what the majority of us are here for!

@chaparral88081 7 месяцев назад

Jess, don't forget your value in inspiring others. I haven't had a garden in years, but you have inspired me to start my tomatoes and squash again. I am elderly and sickly, so that's the best I can do now. I will surely think about you when the vegetables start coming in!

@leeprodgers2702 8 месяцев назад

I started watching you about 5 years ago …. How to build a trellis! Stayed with you ever sense, yes, for the garden content but also for the pure joy you have in your family, life choices, friends, community and garden content … that’s now the bonus. I love watching your dreams play out … mainly because of your gratitude and honesty. The fact that you can afford to live how you live now, thrills me … to watch the epic journey of hard work, community support/sharing, faith and dedication gives me pause in how life should/could be lived. As for dollars put in … personally, the balance in my mental health through gardening makes every penny …. And each morsel my family eats, a value uncompared. … I bless you as well!

@jackitobin4747 7 месяцев назад

Jess, you are building a home and farm, a legacy for your childrn and their future families. Do not feel you have to justify that to anyone. You are the one who had the dream, and worked hard to make it your reality. Keep doing what you do, we love you !

@joannekreutzer752 8 месяцев назад

Honey! I'm gonna be 60 years old and I still haul soil from the horse pasture in a trash can attached to a hand truck. You've been at this for a long time and the newcomers never saw your struggles along the way. I have a vision also. Keep your dreams alive. If they can't approve, the heck with them. I wish I had your motivation. Things move so slow for me, but I can relate to what you do. So many times I wanted to message you especially when you were speaking of your illness, but I'm busy with my own garden and projects. The rare times that I actually sit down, I enjoy your videos. So much information whether gardening or just real life experiences. I too would rather give excess produce or eggs away if someone needs them instead of making money off of them. This year, I'm hoping to set up a farm stand in our old horse trailer and see where that goes. Keep up the good work❤

@angelawilliams8401 8 месяцев назад

I watch because I feel like we're friends having a chat, you're teaching me something new, or inspiring me to grow something lovely. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.❤

@alanstewart100 7 месяцев назад

Your making property improvements that add value and appeal to your homestead. Wonderful job. Carolyn

@ashleyfeinberg2988 8 месяцев назад

Living vicariously through you is one of my favorite things to do! I wanted to tell you. One of my favorite things about you is that you don't just garden to save money. Growing things for their beauty has tremendous value. Maybe growing something or building something beautiful isn't saving money, but it's nourishing your soul. I started adding lots of flowers and pretty things to my garden based on watching your videos and it's brought me so much happiness. I'll probably never grow enough food to feed my family. That's just not our lifestyle and I don't have the space. I grow for some food, but mostly for fun, and for connection to the earth for me and my kids. And watching your videos is one of my favorite hobbies. Keep being your beautiful authentic self!! We love you.

@christinelokits2939 7 месяцев назад

You make me smile. Keep doing what you have always done. You and your husband are incredible encouragers, showing others that doing everything humbly and even when you don’t feel like it, fruit is produced. I need those reminders you give to keep going and be fruitful and productive.Never cease in well doing

@nj1101 7 месяцев назад

I have watched your channel for many years.Thank you for all that you share. May you and all your loved ones continue to be blessed always. Much love from Australia 🦋

@dawnclemens5615 8 месяцев назад

I started in a trailer park. Through hard work, many blessings, luck, and taking whatever opportunities that came we are worth millions. We finally realized we were not struggling when we figured out that we could afford both crunchy and creamy peanut butter at the grocery store. It truly was a surprise! There is a balancing act to stay humble, without bein almost ashamed. It is uncomfortable. People will call you "lucky" and you are. But, many had the same opportunities you had and did not try. Many had excuses and fears that stopped them. You were afraid and scared at one time too. Don't apologize. Just keep doing what you do best. Your failure would be to forget your past, become entitled and not reach down to help others up. Your success at business is every bit as inspirational as your ability to grow a tomato. Keep doing what you do, teach, help, inspire.

@RootsandRefugeFarm 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for these words ❤️

@jshu7001 7 месяцев назад

People see success and hard work and people can’t always relate or want to put that in s they move on. That’s ok. We appreciate you authenticity and relatability. Also it’s YOUR LIFE. It’s what YOU WANT. If you're going to be doing something anyway do the way you want. Also people are allowed to choose how they want to spend their time and money even if others don’t agree. You’re doing good things with it and creating a life out of it all. Just because some things aren’t as relatable as others doesn’t mean anything its all washed away.

@tanarehbein7768 7 месяцев назад

It's about the way we each choose to live. It's the people who live beyond their means that need to adjust their approach. Many are not willing to put in the work you do or they aren't willing to put off immediate gratification until they van afford the sustainable lifestyle. They are jealous you got there first.

@jenniferrichardson5106 8 месяцев назад

There's a whole lot of none ya business going on here. Your channel isn't called Save You Money or Budget Gardening. You are faithful to bless so many people. God is blessing you for your hard work and willingness to help and bless others. It's sad when people can't be happy for others. I've watched you for years now, and I'm still learning so much from you-as well as just enjoying seeing you being blessed and dreams being fulfilled. We love y'all.

@DebWHNP 8 месяцев назад

Never apologize to nay sayers! You have encouraged so many people to GROW! just start. Just plant a seed. I went from a little patch, to a couple of 8x4 raised beds to a couple of extra green stalks to 6 8x4 vego raised beds, 4 green stalks, 3 asparagus beds and 2 low 4x8 raised beds plus flowers! You are so appreciated! Now I can retire happily after 3 years of following you. I can plant seeds and have a happy, healthy, emotionally healthy life. Thank you so very much!

@sjnetzel 8 месяцев назад

I have been watching for a little over 3 years now (time flies!), and while I have noticed your financial growth in what you're doing, I recognize the very hard work you and your family put into it. Also love that you can now provide jobs to people, plus the info and inspiration you provide to your viewers. My husband and I are preparing to build a window green house this spring all because of your beautiful one. It will be rewarding building it ourselves and working together. Thank you ❤

@WithrowUrbanHomestead 8 месяцев назад

Growing food is my therapy. It’s my art. It’s the poetry of my life.

@AHomesteadingHustle 7 месяцев назад

Jess I LOVE LOVE LOVE your authenticity and realness! This is the reason I keep coming back! 🙌

@wildfirewulf 7 месяцев назад

Oh my goodness, Jess...if anyone has been following you for any amount have time will see that you are certainly relatable. You have GROWN so much over the years! What could be more relatable than the human spirit that brick by brick, year by year, builds their dream. It wasn't handed to you - you dreamed about it, prayed for it, worked hard for it - you earned it! And you share it with us and it is SO INSPIRING!!❤❤❤

@nanaemmich2615 7 месяцев назад

Jess. You have nothing to explain about your little luxuries. You earned anything you have. As far as what you do for others….during Covid you taught me how to garden and I will be forever thankful! When I started out I’ve used your trick of growing directly out of a soil bag and up-cycling a kiddie pool. Your ability to teach at an approachable common sense level is your talent and blessing you share. Just like you, I’ve dragged myself up from nothing to something in one lifetime. For me that something is having a home and garden. So just always remember that whatever blessings you have you openly share with the world. It’s your mission. No one else’s! Again thanks for sharing and inspiring so many of us!

@kaysmith7684 8 месяцев назад

We all need to keep in mind that you are not just building a garden. You are building your life. You have had to rebuild from moving halfway across the country. Also, you were beginning with raw land. There are things you are doing to help teach your audience that you normally might not do. You also host gatherings, not only for family, friends, and those you employ, but also viewers from time to time. Besides, we get to enjoy the beauty you create every time we tune in. It is a lot more work than many may realize. As you have said before, this is your job. When someone owns a bussiness, they usually must buy expensive equipment in order to make it successful. It's kind of the same thing. I feel very blessed that you share your life with us. Thank you.

@ladenamichaud9804 8 месяцев назад

Regardless of all other comments, you are such an incredible INSPIRATION to me!!!

@grandmaofthree897 8 месяцев назад

It is perfectly evident why you do what you do! I am so thankful you have shared because it woke up the love for gardening in me. And..there are only three of us on our farm so my garden is definitely overspending compared to a grocery store. Maybe not though when you consider the prices of food now. a days. I overspend for some of the same reasons you do....winter makes me crazy to start ordering seeds and dreaming of what I want to start for spring! No apologies necessary. Most know and understand RU-vid monetizing and are happy you are keeping us fed with videos!

@Eristotl3 6 месяцев назад

People are envious of your success at this life. It takes discipline and hard work. Your channel is inspiring to most of us even if we wouldn't choose to install a beautiful stone path in our garden. That Envy will eat them alive..... love you

@emilygardner 8 месяцев назад

you're very generous and are a good steward of what God has given you to manage.

@danakrueger7833 8 месяцев назад

Why would someone go to the effort of telling you they won’t be watching you? Just don’t watch! Cheaper is not better! I love your videos. You are smart and interesting. Keep doing what you do.

@RainbowNeeMUA 8 месяцев назад

It’s crazy that someone would suggest a farm is excess… isn’t that the point of a farm? 😂 your videos are relaxing, relatable, engaging and informative- like a FaceTime call from a friend or sister, and authenticity is definitely a word I would use to describe you channel and family. The fact that your last name is Sowards is so prophetic and perfect, you were born to do this! ❤️❤️

@42bellabella 8 месяцев назад

The beginning of this video!!! Please continue with that mind set and pray it spreads like a wild fire!! We need to slow down and enjoy everyone's skills and bring back traditional views.

@flipflopgardener6629 8 месяцев назад

So sweet, Fern gave me the biggest smile of the day. Fern for the win!

@thebusybeewa 7 месяцев назад

Jess, you've worked your butt off for it all. That is the what we used to believe the "American Dream" was. Work and receive reward! I hope more people in their lives can achieve their dreams and not be complacent with just being "relatable!" You go girl! Build that home and grow all of the things!

@deebrown2318 7 месяцев назад

Jess! Stay you, stay true. Stay unoffendable, kind, and keep moving forward!!! I love you so much!!!

@jimbonniekarnes2635 7 месяцев назад

Will I ever have a garden as large as yours? No, and that's okay. You have still inspired me to grow my own backyard organic garden, and I'm loving every minute. Even my "failures" are learning experiences, as you have encouraged us all to experiment and enjoy the process. And because of you, I am! Thank you for inviting us into your world. We get to watch, dream, and celebrate with you as we see your vision come to life. I love that you are using and sharing your God-given gifts of authenticity, inspiration, artistry, talent, joy, and exuberance for life, and are financially blessed by it, too. We learn as you learn. Thank you for sharing your journey and allowing us to be part of it. We are blessed by you. ♥

@freelovedragon1417 8 месяцев назад

Not always relatable but extremely informative. Just the fact that you share your mistakes is invaluable to me. As someone with big dreams and very humble current circumstances, I appreciate seeing all the different things that are possible. Thank you

@zoecrowhurst9177 8 месяцев назад

I’ve watched your channel for years. Quite sure there were cinderblocks in your garden when I found you. And you know it? I’m still not gardening! And I still want to! However, I have worked on and achieved some very big important goals in my life. Goals that I feel heart and soul connections to and are what I’m supposed to be doing. For me that is what your channel is about. Modeling and inspiring that way of living. A little while back, you talked in one of your videos about the process of your taking a thought or dream into a visualization, then into reality. And your connection with your spirituality in the process. To me those two things are what is most valuable about your channel. I can truly say that the effect you have had on my life and my family’s life is great. There is so much more going on here than comparing grocery budgets.

@caseyleichter2309 8 месяцев назад

I prefer authenticity to relatability, because I don't need to see myself in anyone/everyone else. I have very much enjoyed watching your progress over the last few years without ever thinking "Oh, Jess is too different from me; I can't relate to her." Being able to appreciate and enjoy people who aren't like us is an unqualified good thing! As for the money issue: It is FANTASTIC that you've been able to prosper financially while living and sharing your dream life, doing so without hurting or exploiting anyone - in fact, sharing the wealth as much as you can with your friends and community - it's awesome and admirable.

@ChronicallyHopefulChar 8 месяцев назад

I think some people forget this is your home, your future, your legacy, you're not just doing this to grow some food, but to have a beautiful home and yard to live in, and raise your children, for years to come. You can't tell me people wouldn't spend money on home and garden improvements if they had the money to do so. Ridiculous to even question any of the upgrades you guys are making to your own property. Apart from that, many of your subscribers know the journey you've been on to get where you are now and we're super happy that you are finally getting to live your dream life after all the time and hard work you've put in. We also know about your faith and how you waited patiently for the right time to move forward. We know about the seasons of longing and the seasons of abundance. And we are glad to get to walk through all those seasons with you. I'll never be able to live the life you do, for health/disability reasons, but I love that you get to do it and are willing to share it with us. I've learned so much and can't wait to have my little balcony garden so I can put it all into practice. It's definitely better than watching TV, I never put that thing on! Thank you, Sowards family, for being honest and authentic, always. 🙏🥰

@WillowWolf714 7 месяцев назад

Jess, I learned something about abundance a few weeks ago... Your abundance lies in how to spread it to others. Think of all the jobs that you have created, all the lives you have changed, all the information, grace, and gratitude you have spread. You can't pour from an empty cup. But once your cup was filled, you chose to fill others cups as well. That is an amazing quality in a person, and I am very impressed by your humbling and passionate soul. God put you in this place for a reason. You are relatable because you have experienced both the lack and abundance.

@juliebackus9476 8 месяцев назад

There are always going to be people who will criticize . . . Just being true to your God and yourselves is what’s important! You go girl!

@eileenjennings4446 8 месяцев назад

It is weird people discussing your finances, but ain't it just the times: people think they own everything they see. But I will say, they just don't see the value of having you as a resource. Your video from way back when about winter greens in a Tupperware blew my mind. It set me on a path to have a container garden almost all made out of plastic totes and found or reused plastic at my house. Brilliant. I don't care what you make monetarily; your ideas help spark ideas for me, which help change my life for the better. Seriously, bless you.

@jeannamcgregor9967 8 месяцев назад

Growing my own food is the most satisfying, comforting, and healthy thing I have ever done. I don't think you can put a dollar value on that. Last night I fed some friends a Greek meal using my own potatoes, beans, asparagus, fennel, parsley, mint, & lemons...and you have taught me more than anyone else how to do that.💚

@jenniferhigdon2579 7 месяцев назад

Just so you know, your channel has inspired me for years to do the things that I can do within the framework that I have. For that I am eternally grateful. Lifted me from my depression into a passion for growing that I see inspiring my friends and neighbors. Getting better mental and physical health, and great veggies too! Sure it may cost a little from time to time, but it costs far less than pricey coffees, fancy new clothes, or medical co-pays. So "Thank You", for inspiring me!

@elaineekberg113 8 месяцев назад

I love your rants!💞🥰 It's about BALUES, control over impulsive unnecessary spending on "how things look" to others, and doing the thing you love to do every day, and so how can you call it work. It's your life.☺️🌺🙏

@elaineekberg113 8 месяцев назад

Balues =Values

@melissaallen4253 17 дней назад

Thank you for your honesty. I admire you all for your enthusiasm, knowledge and dedication. I am enjoying your videos and gaining a wonderful perspective on gardening and usage of products. With my health complications I don’t have the energy, so I plug away. I grew up on a farm so I have some knowledge and have had small gardens in the Maine summers to supplement my food supply for my adult life. Thank you and much love.

@kathypfeiffer1196 8 месяцев назад

Have watched your channel pretty much from the beginning. Purchased the foreclosure house. Your family's hard work toward your long term plans has been commendable!!! Never stop fulfilling your dreams!!!!

@cobreeco 3 месяца назад

I'm not a friend that sees you everyday, but I am a viewer that holds integrity and being an authentic person at the top of my list, of the attributes I strive to live everyday myself. And you need to know, that this the first time I've watched your video, that I'm a stranger...and I recognized immediately that you ARE a VERY authentic person. The viewers that are drawn to you also hold those attributes close to their heart, that's why we are drawn to you. The other views that LOOK for something to criticize, well, let it go in one ear and out the other. It seems that they may have many more life lessons to learn! YOU GO GIRL!!!!

@carolleslie9739 8 месяцев назад

Don’t waste your breathe,explaining people always will talk. Your homestead is beautiful love ❤️ watching your videos. God blessed 💙💙💙💙💙🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@natashafranz5463 8 месяцев назад

Jess you guys worked your butts off and kept the faith. Folks just need to go back and watch your journey from the start. You and yours are a shining example of what happens when you are faithful and diligent.❤ what you have is a product of what you have worked HARD and prayed HARD for.

@lesliemcdaniel5845 8 месяцев назад

It's a doggone shame people judge you. I have been here since the very beginning. Watching you learn grow and share you wisdom and real experiences. If others worked as hard as you, they could have the same should they desire. You share your food, seeds, community and anything else you can. I feel sorry for those that criticize what you do. PLEASE KEEP DOING YOU. NO NEED TO JUSTIFY IT!! Much love to you!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@donnahatch6314 7 месяцев назад

You may not be saving money by growing your own food instead of going to the store, but you know what you're growing and where it came from and that there's nothing in it that can harm you! I applaud you for what you're doing to have a sustainable life style! And you never let the nay-sayers get you down or change your opinion on what is best for your family. God bless !

@idonelovedastripper 8 месяцев назад

You might have more than a lot of people but you are not selfish. You are following your convictions with community in mind. What you are doing has and will inspire others to do the same. This is a big part in us as people taking our power back. Relying on each other. You have to start where you are at, which you have done with great faith. You utilize the internet to create community across the world. Good job Jess. Keep it up ❤❤❤❤❤

@esinadi 6 месяцев назад

I would rather be on land where I can grow my own food and live a happy life. Some people crying saying this is excessive are not seeing the work and pride of it coming together. So seeing your pride and joy through youtube shows that its worth it to you and many others.

@suewhalen3919 8 месяцев назад

More relatable?? Your joy, your faith, your passion, your ability to teach, give and Love. Do I wish for that for me? Sure. But I live all that through you.

@Dana_NC 7 месяцев назад

Jess, I've been watching you from the beginning and let me just say don't let people's comments get to you in a negative way at all. Truth be told, I know that it kind of pricks your heart when people aren't exactly kind or even supportive with their words. Like I said, I've seen what you've shared of your path so far and I'm so blessed by what the Lord is doing in y'all's lives BECAUSE of the hard work and the ingenuity that you and Miah have cleverly put in motion! I see your greenhouse, the pathways, the patios, the new house, the land etc. etc. etc. that you've been working on as part of your home. Those places and structures are WHERE you grow your food and animals. Those things aren't necessary for the production of the food, but are part of your dream home on earth. We all come from different situations and some of us can do more of that stuff than others, but having come from humble beginnings makes it all so special and makes you so thankful. We all should be thankful for what we can do. God gave us a strong will to make plans and goals. I started watching you after moving to a new home where I finally had a place after fifty years on earth to actually have a larger garden and build my passion of growing flowers further. I can't tell you how much you've helped me through the years organize, plan and make things happen! I know I share with so many others that follow you a love for your family, I share a love for Jesus and I'm so blessed by you. I still watch your talks in your garden from the very beginning when I have time. You've helped me so much find peace in a very hectic, troublesome world. Thank you for being YOU and never change!! God's continued abundant blessings on all of you and every single endevour you make!

@amybrown8528 7 месяцев назад

I love your honesty. And all I can say is whoever asked that question, did not watch your very early videos, back in Arkansas. You guys have worked your butts off to get where you are today! And where you are now, the dream farm, is where I am working to be. I would forever pay more to get BETTER. Love you Jess!

@TheMorganHomestead 8 месяцев назад

It's sad to me that people feel the need to make snarky comments about other people's success. Why not learn from it, and be proud of them and happy for them? That's how I feel about you Jess, proud and happy for you! 👍👍👏👏❤️❤️

@treblemakingsisters3577 8 месяцев назад

Everyone always has something to say, but you can only stay true to yourself and make the choices you feel are best for your family.

@ireneturner2944 8 месяцев назад

Jess ive loved you and your plants for so many years. I dont even know. CANT WAIT FOR YOU TO SAY "" HAPPY BIRTHDAY "" LITTLE ONE..TO YOUR PLANT. YOU AMAZE ME GIRLFRIEND. I LOVE YOU AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY. YOU BE YOU. FOR US ONE'S THATS BEEN HERE FOR THAT 10 YEARS. WE'RE HAPPY. 😊 THATS WHAT COUNTS. 💯 THEY SHOULD WHAT MORE AND NOT JUDGE!!! WITH LOVE FROM OKLAHOMA TILL NEXT TIME. IM VERY BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE. AMEN 💚 🙏 💚

@piperhomestead5698 8 месяцев назад

I've been watching you for over 6 years now. I've seen you in a bad place when someone wrecked your vehicle. Then I got to see God bless you with a new to you one. I'm so happy God has blessed you with all you have!! Because you put Him first makes me want to be happy for you!

@ericaharris6897 8 месяцев назад

Jess I just love you. You are the one that inspired me to start gardening last year. You have taught me so much. And when I didn't think I would garden this year, YOU inspired me to do it again. I appreciate every ounce of what you do. I aspire to do and be like you. Will I raise my own meat and do all the things, No. But I feel the blessings of whatever you can teach me and show me. Much love to you from my little house in Kansas.

@heathervredenburg1612 8 месяцев назад

Agreed from another Kansas homesteader in the process also

@Sky-Child 8 месяцев назад

When you shine your light, it reminds people what they lack. This triggers them. But when we are triggered, there is opportunity to heal and grow. Keep shining, you have helped a lot of us to dream big and take the steps to make our lives better. ❤

@dorothycrowder8577 8 месяцев назад

Oh my! Jess, I want you to know that I love what you're doing. I could care less what you make...the thing I love is, you are the teacher, and I copy what you do and it WORKS. Thanks for your input and I will continue to tune in and watch so I can learn! Who knows, one of these days I can give away as much produce as you do. What a wonderful world it would be if we all looked at helping each other!

@robertarasmussen8254 5 месяцев назад

Keep up the great work on your farm. Growing your own food versus buying food byproducts in a store is so much healthier and satisfying. Thanks for sharing your life with us. God bless you and your family!

@trudyschaaf9917 8 месяцев назад

All the time I have watched your channel, you have helped me understand that following God's plan for you creates abundance and blessings. That is all I see, Abundance and Blessings, and an Attitude of Gratitude. I see it in the future for me and my daughter because you have laid the foundation for me and others to see. I feel blessed because you showed me how to be blessed. Thanks Jess and family for sharing your journey that inspires me to take steps everyday!

@thinkwy13 8 месяцев назад

Don’t let anyone trample on your joy. Everyone has to garden according to their budget. I learn so much from you. I love to garden, wear designer shoes and handbags and eat out. I also grow a lot of vegetables and flowers. Seeing things grow and naturally feels great. Do you sweet heart!!! People criticize others because they aren’t happy.

@sarajacobs7603 7 месяцев назад

As Dave Ramsey says...you lived like no one else, so later (you currently) can live and give like no one else. Well done.❤

@deborahcarter4408 8 месяцев назад

Creativity with abundance of food and education for other's! Go Girl!

@stella78988 8 месяцев назад

Girl you are living the CONSEQUENCES of your CHOICES...no apologies necessary except from those that criticise others for their own lack of action or poor choices.

@ljc9337 8 месяцев назад

Hi Jess! I admire you and your perseverance for your dream! You have worked for this and there is no shame in your game. I am an avid gardener and it costs money for me to do it. The way I see it, I can garden or spend $60 a week on therapy! That is the truth. It is good clean fun, good exercise and it feeds your family too. Win, win, win! Keep going, keep dreaming and make your space as beautiful and you want it. I'm here for it!