Weekly Recap + Life Update! 🌿 

Aaron did wear a mic for this video but the audio file was corrupted for some reason so we had to use the camera audio when he talked. It sounds kinda bad, so sorry about that! Happy New Year!!

The way Russell looks at Laura when she is talking. What a sweet boy.

Would love to see some wedding pictures. Especially of the flowers if you have some

Russell knows you are ready to pop soon, that is why he is all over you. He is putting baby loving on you. He is being normal. Protective too.

I love videos where you and Aaron are discussing projects together. Makes me feel like we are in the room with you. It’s so sweet of you to be so open with us about your life and especially baby girl. So many people have so many strong opinions that I really appreciate your courage to unapologetically share your story. 💞

I love that your house is different...not cookie cutter but charming and has character.

Please take all the off time you need! We’re loyal to GA, and will eagerly (& happily) await your return.

My husband and I think you have the best videos. That's saying alot coming from my husband who is an artist and instructor and has an eye and appreciation for excellent craftsmanship. Laura, you are so good in answering questions graciously that sometimes rub me the wrong way. I consider your new studio as a gift to your followers in making sure your videos are the highest quality and you remain good stewards of efficiency and effectiveness. Blessings upon the arrival of your precious baby girl. I know you'll figure out how to go with the flow and balance everything.

What would be fun is seeing the progression of different beds over the years. No editing just stacking videos together that were all filmed in the same section of your yard. Just an idea for the down time.

Instead of ripping out the hardwood floor , why not consider having them refinished? You can stain them any color you like. Seal them with a matte or glossy finish. A family member did a matte finish and they are gorgeous.

Sweet Russell!!! I think he's sensitive that his mommy is about to be preoccupied!

Suggestion for the original wallpaper and other "originals", keep a swatch and frame it in a window box with a photo of old house, etc.

hi knob and tube wiring has been outlawed in many parts of the country. some are actually aluminum wire and not copper, because it was cheaper back in the day. It can heat up much faster and is a fire hazard. I would move this replacment to the top of the list ASAP!!!!

Oh God this is hilarious. Aarons laughter is infectious 😅 Shell, sleeve 😅

You guys should start a podcast! I could listen to you to talking about plans, projects, plants, your children and your life in general for a long time!! It feels like I'm sitting with two dear friends 😄❤️

Loved the comment: “think of all the plants you can put on those sills!” Oh Yes she did go there!

Laura, I have to say, I am SO impressed with the fact that you are 8 months pregnant and able to finish sentences without stopping to catch your breath! 😄 With my three babies, my husband and I would laugh because I always had to stop and pant for air before continuing on with my thoughts! 🤣 Looking great! So happy for you guys.

Very excited about baby girl’s arrival! I wish you all the best with the delivery. I have to say that although the new studio looks very nice, I think I’m going to miss you sitting in that lovely porch surrounded by the citrus trees and other plants with the cats crawling all over you.

God bless all of you. You are so loved by this community! We can’t wait to meet your newest blessing! Keep safe.

Laura, you don’t need to explain yourself. You built the studio for your work space, simple as that! Your channel has done great, might as well get stuff done now while you can. Love your show. It has reignited my love for gardening. Thank you!

Prayers for you and the delivery of the baby and the family, God bless. ❤

You need to take time off to rest! No rest once baby arrives

I spit my coffee out at Aaron's comment, "might as well be a candy house" and Laura's response, "it doesn't rain much here..." Hilarious!

Really going to miss seeing you in the sun porch when you start doing videos from studio. The sun porch is a lovely space. God bless you all as you wait for baby girl.

Look at Russell, he loves his mommie and so attentive of you. Cats are very protective of those they care about and he is forever checking out everything that you touch. It's amazing to see a happy family, pets included.

It is just so adorable the way Russell is totally in love with Laura, he just wants to sit on her the whole time and the way he looks at her is just so precious.

I can't speak for everyone else but I love seeing the montage videos of views around your gardens from the past spring and summer. Especially this time of year when I am CRAVING warmer weather and beautiful garden vistas

The studio is super smart, and you’re VERY gracious. ❤️

my jaw dropped when you said you were in talks with Hartley Botanic!!! AHHH I am so so excited for you! and I cannot wait to see what transpires!

this video got me laughing so much. You two have the same humor! Match made in Heaven. So, much fun to watch. Love and Hugs!

Just a thought on your house floors, my mom had the same problem. She was able to have her existing hardwood floors refinished to a completely different color and finish. They look like totally new floors but it was much cheaper than refinishing them.

I think Russell was a dog in a past life. 🥰 He is just loves to be with you all the time.

I'm a twin... My mom gave birth to 2 girls weighing a total of 8 pounds 6 ounces... I weighed 4 lbs 6 oz and my sister weighed 4 pounds.... So excited for baby girl to arrive.... God bless you, Aaron , Benjamin and baby girl

Instead of a changing table I had a chest made that I could use later as furniture. I put a changing pad on top. Now they have the sloped pillow that you could put on top. You can put the diapers in the drawers and other baby supplies. I still have the chest 40 years later

I’m so distracted by the cats... so funny as they make their way around the room but I especially like the cat’s ear flicking in the back while you guys are talking. 😆

I’ve enjoyed watching your new studio come together. For those of us who live where the temps are extreme, we understand. So happy for your new space. 😊👍

I wanted to tell you about a timer system that my husband discovered. It's called Go Sund. They are outlets you plug into your existing outlets and you download an app for your phone and you can name each outlet and set the timers from your phone! There are indoor types and outdoor types, different sizes and shapes, etc. We LOVE them! The app is on both of our phones so when you said you run your grow lights for 14 hours per day, I immediately grabbed my phone and changed the hours - it was that quick! Since Aaron is tech savvy, i thing he might really enjoy these outlets. We have our outdoor fountains on them so they automatically come on and turn off - we even had all of our Christmas lights/decorates on the outlet timers. They worked perfectly!

I'm 100% with you on the c-section appreciation. I had one with both my kids and it was amazing. I was awake through both and got to feed and hold my babies soon after. Can't wait to meet her.💞💞💞

If you want to still honor the house’s original wallpaper you could try to save a small square of it and frame it once you take it down to replace! Love your videos!

Laura..I had my one and only child at age 45..as well, I didn't know I was pregnant til I was 6 and a half months along. I was terrified...I talked to my Dr..we finally agreed to do a C-Section. I don't regret it at all..it was safe for myself and my son. He's six now and doing great! All the best to you and your family!!!

I hope you get your greenhouse. I talked with that vendor at the Philadelphia Flower show two years ago. I suggested that it would be good marketing on their part if they gave you one.

Russell knows baby girl will be here soon. What a wonderful exciting time for your sweet family ❤️

As a fellow pregnant lady due in early 2021... I can agree that you should be kind to yourself and not push yourself during this time!

Your house has character. It's gorgeous.

Haha I just love the way you to bounce ideas back and forth. Definitely alot of plants can be put on those window seals lol

Laura, I will be praying for a quick & safe delivery of sweet baby girl. God Bless you & the family. I will look forward to your new videos & will catch up on the old ones too. Happy 2021!

A video idea: a teaser kind of video where you disclose some of your coming project for the new year. An easy sit down kinda video

SHE ANSWERED MY QUESTION!!!!! Sigh. "You can write me letters if you want"🤪🤣🤣🤣 thanks, Laura!!

I hope you have a quick and easy delivery, take all the time you and your family needs, it's a magical time in your life. Have a Happy New Year!

BEST OF LUCK WITH EVERYTHING! Any chance that while you're...predisposed....that Aaron could give us some tips on how to set up a drip irrigation system from scratch? Things he wishes he knew then that he knows now? Thank you for all the inspiration you bring us.

Happy New Year to you all! Sit back and enjoy your time with Baby Girl! Can’t wait to see her! Benjamin, your sweet baby boy, is going to look like the jolly green giant compared to her. Prepare yourself for that. 😆Be safe!❤️

You are growing a baby and it takes a toll. My midwife got mad at me when I complained of being tired and told me “You’re growing a new spine in there, you should be tired!” I didn’t complain again

I think "your limit" is amazing! All the outdoor decor was delightful, and the trees too. You did enough!

Its 27 degrees and Laura, you are drinking ICE WATER! Oh, the heat of a baby factory... GOD BLESS YOU, mama. We will pray for your delivery and little angel girl.

All I can say as I sit here on my couch with my little old dog is 'Man, I just love you Laura and Aaron!' Hearing about Benjamin and his new Big Boy bed and soon to be here Baby Girl is like I just caught up with my friends. My very best wishes for a super Happy New Year! XO from The Great Lake State of Michigan🐢

a good floor guy can refinish floors to match. much cheaper than replacing real hard wood flooring. my kitchen runs into living room, have to look real hard to tell which was replaced.

Loving the comments about the wide windowsills! When we bought our current home and renovated, I made sure we had wide windowsills everywhere - just for plants! Awesome!!! And....I, too,, would love a walk-through because I have somehow missed seeing a descriptive tour of your interior and have always been fascinated by your home. It has SO much character!

Russell knows something is up, he's trying to get in some extra love before baby girl arrives. :)

Enjoy your well-earned down time. Old videos to a playlist sounds great - really enjoyed the Christmas music to your holiday videos. Recipes sound great - made the whole wheat penne with butternut squash and mushrooms and it was delicious (sans chicken - am a vegetarian). I love snow for New year's too. We had a white christmas here in SW PA...a good 8" and it was really pretty as I live near woods. Happy New Year! So glad I found your channel on RU-vid during this pandemic...I never had time for a RU-vid habit before. Found some great gardening channels through you as well. Thank you!

I just love when the two of you laugh and giggle, especially Aaron because he is rarely heard in your videos.

Russell is so affectionate and wants to be with you constantly like a dog , he is so lovable. I love Russell

You are absolutely precious, so excited for you and your family. You take care of yourself and we will be here when you’re ready to return. Prayers for another “easy” delivery and a healthy baby girl.

Best wishes! Being relaxed makes the second baby soooooo much easier!

In Sweden they have homes built inside of a green houses and I love the look. So cool.

Make sure the doctor get a q tip with the liquid and coat the baby's mouth. When the baby is born naturally as it passes through the birth canal it ingesting some the liquid and it forms the intestinal flora otherwise can develop issues, I wish I knew abot it when my kid was born he is 28 now and has stomach problems. Very important. I wish I knew at least to give him baby probiotics which I had no idea existed.... Just a suggestion actually! God bless you! Hugs🙏💜🤗😘

Laura, I had a C section too. Thankful that I did. My baby was 8 pounds 8 ounces. The hospital staff was very kind. The Dr said that my son was up high, he never fully moved down. They joked that he was so comfy all nestled up in there. He did not want to come out.They had to pull him out also. God Bless and good luck.

You two, and your families, are a blessing to your viewers. Thank you for your hard and consistent work schedule over these years. I’ve loved (and learned a lot) watching your progression from “newbies” to the relaxed but real professionals you are. Each with your own talents, but wonderful interactions and playing to the strengths of each. Thanks for including us in your journey and providing hours of enjoyment to our lives. Happy New Year!

I think having a little seating area in the studio. With a table and maybe a small couch 🛋. A nice area rug would be perfect. U could even use it as a filming space for little sit downs. Just like this one!!

Oh Laura.. take time and do what feeds your soul. Sending prayers for a speedy delivery of baby girl and I look forward to meeting her. 😍

I love that Russell is loving you and the new baby. New studio is big enough for a baby bouncer and play pen.

So happy for you and Aaron. Take off all the time you need to recover and bond. Our little babies are only young once, so cherish your time with them. Congrats to you all! Happy New Year!!

I ditched the changing table after baby #1. By the last it was down to a basket of supplies and a mat that fit into basket. Always used the sofa.

Yes guys, redo the wiring. That old wiring is not safe. So glad you took some time to recoup. Thank you for keeping us in the loop. 💕😀😉

Thank you Laura for your wisdom and your romantic/fairytale and genuine garden and keeping us in the loop! I appreciate your time and everything beautiful in your garden and the aura that surrounds everything you do! You and your garden brings goodness to my heart. I garden with you in the summer and then we have your company in the winter to see us through the cold and then comes spring... and we are alive again! Warm wishes for you and family from our family with much love always!!! Your are peace and goodness to my heart!

From a mom who had to have 3 c-sections i can tell you the 2nd time around recovery was way faster and much shorter! I was standing the day I had my girl!! Good luck and many blessings!!

I watched one of your old videoes in 2017 when you had a lot of snow. It was interesting to watch, so old videos' would be great.

Happy New Year!! Praying for everything with the baby to work out well!

Wishing you all the best with your delivery! I’m due with our little one in February but have been scheduled for a repeat csection January 22nd due to my high risk pregnancy. I discovered your videos a few months ago and they have been such a great distraction from the pregnancy and stressors right now. Thanks for such wonderful content! :)

I have missed your videos! But understand your break!!❤️

The comment about too much money being spent on the studio vs a greenhouse... it’s not like you built a whole new structure. You used the existing barn! You deserve real credit for being so ingenious!!

That's ok you guys deserve some time off to relax and enjoy life we will wait but I'm glad to see your video's gives me ideas to reorganize and what to start planting💖

Fun video, and so relaxed. The rest did you all good. So much going on it is good to let the “brain” have some R and R!!! Because of the c-section you might as well set up a changing table downstairs.....somewhere🤩🤩🤩

I understand where you're coming from with an old house and its additions. Ours was built by my grandparents and had a box like addition put on by my parents in the 70s. We do what we can, and I think some of those imperfections are what give our houses personality! Lol at the Shell idea! If you have time, look up the building process of the Nebraska state capitol building. They actually built it in sections around the old capitol and kept working inside until the new one was finished. It's kind of amazing.

Thanks for continuing to take the time to provide updates. All the best to you; I can't wait for baby girl to arrive.

You are truly such a doll! I SO appreciate all you share. You’ve been such a HUGE inspiration to me. I have MS and have taken to gardening as my therapy. Thank you so very much for all you do!! As for making videos we all certainly understand. Do whatever you need to hun. We will all be here. Anyway...I am praying for you to have an easy go of it with this delivery and wish you and Aaron nothing but pure bliss! Love, hugs and blessings to all~ Lisa

My house was built 1900, we have old tube n wiring structure but nothing hooked up and working. Its nice to see the old, but so nicer to have everything updated.

Love when Laura stands up for herself to the money trolls! Like who even asks people about their finances? Tacky 🤯🥸

I love your house! I think the "quirkiness" ...(windows uneven, different levels, etc.) make it even more beautiful and unique...perfect imperfection.

Laura take it easy for awhile. You are going to be just fine. Enjoy your new baby. It will be a fun time for your family. Your videos are awesome. Thank you, Cathy

Praying for you and your family for a safe and healthy delivery.

I’m so glad Aaron is now mic’d up for these. It’s cute hearing you two talk about things 🤗

Good luck & blessings for the birth of your baby girl💕💕 Loves your videos... always brings a smile... inspired by you I've potted plants in my balcony & indoors, and plan on more plants in my life come spring:) Your passion, kind heart & love of family makes your videos so much fun... its like visiting a friend... so HUGE THANKS for the incredible joy you bring. Best wishes... & rest up:)

Lol! ❤️ conversation with Aaron about a shell/sleeve and a 2 foot windowsill! Y’all are a hoot! Hugs from Dallas, TX

Aww Russell loves you. He was looking at you with such care. Maybe he senses baby girl is on her way sooner than you think.

You guys do a lot of videos! I'm so glad you all took 5 days off!

Hi Laura, Thank you for all your videos and the time you and Aaron put into them. They are all so much fun to watch.

Glad to hear you had a nice break after Christmas, you guys deserve it. You work so hard and being pregnant to boot- good on you. Can't wait for the new baby, so excited for you. Take care of yourself. Side note; can you do a video this spring on how to train your arborvitaes with only 1 leader, pls? I bought some this year and didn't know that needed to be done. Thank you

I would love a video series where you took footage from each season you have lived there of a particular area and showed the changes each year and you talked about the area and what you liked best, etc. The year over year transformation is so awesome. I love to look at old videos and see how far you have come with your lovely property. Thanks for all you do. Truly inspirational.

I love the quirky multi-level effect of your house. Ours is relatively new (1980s) but has a sunken dining room and odd balcony over the entrance hall. It suits us. We are quirky and I think you are too. Anxiously awaiting the birthday!

U r so down to earth it's amazing I love to watch your videos may God keep blessing u all ,so happy for u all may God bless you and baby doing delivery , I had my two girls by C-section its much better and now I'm 57 years old and have 4 grandsons get plenty of rest