Week In My Life | Camping • Homeschool • Homemaking | Orthodox Jewish Mom (Jar of Fireflies)

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  • Come along as I take you through a week in my life! This week started with us leaving for a quick overnight camping trip, then coming home and getting on with life as usual including school, meals, outings with friends, and a surprise delivery of a piano!!! Hope you all enjoy sharing this week in my life with me! WITL
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    Hello and welcome! My name is Chana, I’m married to my best friend, and we have three wonderful children together. We also happen to be Orthodox Jews and we homeschool our kids. This video is a sneak peek into our daily lives :) You can see how this particular Jewish homeschool mom sets up her days, rolls with the punches, and gets it all done. Thanks for watching!
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  • @jaroffireflies
    @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    How has your week been starting off? Pretty calm this week for us which is good after last weeks adventures :)

    • @couturehelvetica1261
      @couturehelvetica1261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Helllllo! I've been looking forward to this moment of calm :)

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@couturehelvetica1261 hello!!! So glad you’re here :) It’s a long one so enjoy!

    • @oilofjoywithcoachtina9555
      @oilofjoywithcoachtina9555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So far so good! Looking forward to a sunshiney day! 💗

    • @karenhopper1691
      @karenhopper1691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@couturehelvetica1261 Me too!

    • @couturehelvetica1261
      @couturehelvetica1261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jaroffireflies Thank you - not to sound greedy, but the longer the better when it comes to your videos - they are the perfect way to start off the week well. 😎 I hope your morning sickness eases soon. Oh, camper van camping trips and playing the piano - sooo many great childhood memories :) I hope your daughter loves learning to play & playing the piano & that everyone in the family does as well. We're having a cold snap too (but it's beautifully sunny) - it was -4 degrees Celsius this morning :) I was thinking about sewing my cold-tolerant salad out on the balcony already, but with it being this cold, I'm starting the seeds indoors. Have you started yours? Or do you wait for the ground to be warm enough to sew directly in the garden? Hope you all have a wonderful week!

  • @janellrismiller4522
    @janellrismiller4522 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "But that's ok" I love how this is almost your tagline. It is a good reminder to go with the flow of life. Thanks for reminding us.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I say that all the time lol

  • @debraday5682
    @debraday5682 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You must have super powers! You get done more in one day than many get done in a week!

  • @WrenMoon
    @WrenMoon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “Yeah! “You got your Piano.” 🎹👍🏽🤩

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Really stoked about the piano!

  • @nanaterri392
    @nanaterri392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your little guy sounds like a jazz pianist! What fun, enjoy 😂.

  • @gloriaunderhill9401
    @gloriaunderhill9401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see kids having time to just be kids. So many are so over-scheduled.......

  • @helenpeck1954
    @helenpeck1954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Yay, something to brighten my dreary English day of weather, just going to pop this to one side to watch with a glass of wine later this evening ❤️😀

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hello Helen! Wish I could send you some Texas sunshine ☀️

    • @NicSullivan15
      @NicSullivan15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm in England too and plan to do the same xxx

  • @karynneal3555
    @karynneal3555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Praying you feel better soon and baby is healthy and happy.

  • @fiaprice2599
    @fiaprice2599 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was Waldorf homeschooled growing up and my mom would often light a candle and call it "the lamp of learning" it makes me so nostalgic to see you homeschool your kids with a candle burning!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is so sweet! I love that! Thanks for sharing :)

  • @roseyc.5846
    @roseyc.5846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    P.S. Chana, I can't imagine homeschooling three, while caring for a newborn. You are truly a "Super Mom"! 🏆 Rosemarie 💖

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You’re so kind thank you :)

    • @aspenenglish4976
      @aspenenglish4976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My children are spaced almost the same as hers. Number 4 was a lovely surprise. He was so chilled that he just kind of fit in to our day. He became used to our routine quickly. In kindergarten he could read at 4 th grade level just from being around his siblings. Some days are hard but so worth it.

  • @marie-lynn5767
    @marie-lynn5767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your children are really good and sweet 🤗💖

  • @shirlynssleeve4661
    @shirlynssleeve4661 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr & I bought an RV this fall and it’s been a game changer. While tent camping is fine being able to get out of bad weather, store gear, sleep well, sleep well, sleep well……did I mention SLEEP is priceless! One thing we found it’s much easier for off season adventures, less people, noise & crowds. It’s wonderful that you can enjoy your family, friends, nature, have adventurers and just have fun.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad y’all enjoy your rv!

  • @idmouse
    @idmouse 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Busy busy. How fun

  • @victoriaheisser7137
    @victoriaheisser7137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great video....piano playing, camping, hiking, schooling...a busy week...always fun to watch your videos...you have a wonderful family..

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching Victoria! It was a super fun week :)

  • @kristinmiller4779
    @kristinmiller4779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So glad for the camper how much fun that will be! Glad Bella was able to go to!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bella hasn’t been camping with us in a while and I was glad to see how amazing she did this time :) It was so fun to have her!

  • @lisacohen1490
    @lisacohen1490 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope your daughter continues to like practicing her piano. I took up my piano again during the pandemic after many years of neglecting it. What a joy!

  • @barbseverino1278
    @barbseverino1278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I see you brought your professional chef with you. Looks like so much fun.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I do love when he cooks at the campground!

  • @gloriasihlis4932
    @gloriasihlis4932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Chana, just looked on TH-cam to watch your regular Thursday TH-cam video. There's not one up yet. Praying you are feeling fine with your pregnancy and everything is going OK. Looking forward to your next video whenever you post one. God bless and take care.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Gloria! I got carried away arranging bookshelves this morning and forgot to make the video go live! It’s up now :)

    • @gloriasihlis4932
      @gloriasihlis4932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies Great! Will watch it right away. Thank you.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gloriasihlis4932 enjoy!

  • @lisandrabracero7301
    @lisandrabracero7301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your energy is contagious! Love it. You are so blessed! Im now teaching my kids how to swim before summer at the YMCA. Homeschooling. Im also praying for a 🌈 baby.🙏

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow that’s amazing! I hope you get your rainbow 🌈 soon!!!!!! Good luck with the swim lessons and have fun with school 💜

  • @catherinenunan3584
    @catherinenunan3584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh Chana, can someone please make me a picnic like that! Iris also has her gumboots on right now as our part of Australia is getting hit with lots of water - we moved 3 weeks ago to Shellharbour on the coast. Like your kids, she doesn't care, she thinks the more muddy puddles the better. I smile when I see Bella calmly hanging out with you all and the obvious enjoyment your whole family has in nature. Be proud of yourselves, you and your husband have allowed that to be fostered. I look forward to piano updates. We have one for Iris and she bangs away on it but I did not think about me going back to playing. I might now. Keep well, keep warm. Cate

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Cate! Wow big things for you! Hope the move went well :) Yay for muddy puddles! Thank you for your kind words :) Tracking our outdoor time last year (and again this year) with our goal of 1000 hours outside, I noticed really helped with my kids love of the outdoors :)

  • @clm2417
    @clm2417 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so sorry this morning sickness still is bothering you. I know how hard you worked to prepare for this trip. Try to take a little time for you and baby if you can. Your beautiful family seems to be enjoying themselves. Another great video, thank you Chana.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Carol! We had so much fun on the trip!

  • @lmmartin959
    @lmmartin959 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved the art lesson!!

  • @juliek2196
    @juliek2196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for a wonderful video! Agreed. Target is amazing!😍

  • @shawnrdavis1010
    @shawnrdavis1010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You aren’t hero! Camping while pregnant and experiencing horrible morning sickness!!! I would have NEVER attempted such a feat! That was some feast your sweet husband grilled up for you all. So glad the littles were able to use their rain boots so soon after getting them. Have a blessed week and I am looking forward to Thursday!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The camping was made possible by borrowing the camper so I had a bed and a bathroom:) It was actually quite pleasant!!! You have a wonderful week too Shawn!

  • @iceeyes3875
    @iceeyes3875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have such admiration for you being able to care for 3 little ones while carrying your newest addition and hike? I agree with the other commenter, you’re definitely super mom. The camping trip looked like such fun and the area was beautiful and of course loved seeing Bella as well! Much love to you! 💛

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for your kind words 💜 I was happy it was a slow hike lol It’s so pretty out there though that I hardly notice I’m tired! Glad you enjoyed 😊💖

  • @aspenenglish4976
    @aspenenglish4976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m so excited for your new piano. We’ve wanted another one for years. Sadly, my parents passed away and my husband secured the family piano for me. It’s probably considered an antique at this point. It’s only been in our family. It will be a happy but sad reminder all in one. I feel so blessed to be able to have this treasure. Lovely video as always. My daughter does play the piano and it will help recover from the brain injuries she’s sustained. My son now wants to take piano lessons. We’re excited to get this transported, refinished and added to our home.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s so special to have the family piano 💖

  • @MediocreComedian
    @MediocreComedian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chana, you amaze me…pregnant, homeschooling, morning sickness and on top of that, you take three kids and a dog camping without hubby!! Supermom for sure 🙂💕

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hubby was there for a big chunk of it though! He spent most of the first day with us and the night before going back to work :)

  • @shainazion4073
    @shainazion4073 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved that your son had to walk through that big puddle. Now that he has boots....

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He’s a big fan of puddles :)

    • @shainazion4073
      @shainazion4073 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaroffireflies It feels good to jump in them. Not so good to wash the clothes after....

  • @winnieewing7730
    @winnieewing7730 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Channa don't mean to be fussy but should you be taking things easy. You just never stop. I did love the video and the piano playing. Please take care of yourself. 🌹❤️Ireland

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I promise I rest :) I just don’t film that part 💕

  • @ThePatriotNurse
    @ThePatriotNurse 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those katz donuts are...crack. So. Freakin.good.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right?!?!? And you know what, we forgot about them on Shabbat! Which is what I bought them for 😂 Must remember this week!

  • @CherylNoe
    @CherylNoe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Chana! I love hanging out with your family. The cuteness of your kids make me smile.

  • @suethorogood7771
    @suethorogood7771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lovely vlog & Bella looked like she was having a super time camping x

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She had a blast :) Really wore her out lol

  • @laurenk88pa
    @laurenk88pa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ha ha...loved your Target reaction!

  • @claudiathatcher5342
    @claudiathatcher5342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Chana. I got such a kick out of your kids testing their new boots by going through the puddles. I did that too but didn't always wait for boots...oops. I'm so happy that you were able to use the camper. I was very concerned about you sleeping in a tent so I was relieved!! I see Bella absolutely loved camping with everyone. It was also fun to see your husband cooking and so glad he was able to go with you. Have a great week and I'll see you Thursday

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Claudia! 💜💜💜

  • @susangabriel9515
    @susangabriel9515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rain boots, muddy puddles and picnic lunches… oh to be a child again! ❤️

  • @kathrynking1338
    @kathrynking1338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh sweetheart Iam so sorry you are still experiencing morning sickness. I hope it eases off soon.

  • @mayra9834
    @mayra9834 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fun week!

  • @carolinesantos8177
    @carolinesantos8177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos are always so upbeat and you are a truly amazing Mom. Many blessings to you and your families ❤️

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Caroline 💜

  • @HappyGirl4666
    @HappyGirl4666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so nice. Seeing some weather other than snow. I am tired of winter . 😖

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Aw I wish I could package up our sunshine! Our weather here is crazy. Had more ice days late last week, but today is super sunny and warm again.

    • @HappyGirl4666
      @HappyGirl4666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies All over North America there has been weird weather this winter. I watch another TH-cam channel from Arizona and they have a goat farm and it actually snowed there the other day. Make sure you guys keep warm! It is -20 C this morning. But later in the week we might get close to 10 Celsius! Yay! It will feel like summer. 😂

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HappyGirl4666 oh wow and here I thought it was just Texas! Texas tends to have slightly crazy weather, but this season has been particularly odd. Enjoy your nice upcoming weather!

    • @HappyGirl4666
      @HappyGirl4666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies thank you !! It will be so nice for sure . We have piles and piles of snow that might take up till probably May to completely melt. The snow piles in the store parking lots are probably 12 to 14 feet high at this point.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HappyGirl4666 oh wow! That is NOT something we see around here! I don’t think I’ve ever seen snow like that

  • @8074sam
    @8074sam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the elephant quilt!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I’ve had that for literally decades :) I still love it

  • @kristinmiller4779
    @kristinmiller4779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the piano it will be sweet music for your family. I played for years you'll love it!!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I played growing up too and I’m so excited to have one in the house again!

  • @irecarmi22
    @irecarmi22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shavua Tov Chana and Family.Thanks for sharing 🌹

  • @louiseclark7967
    @louiseclark7967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *sigh*...I remember those days when a big rain puddle was an absolute world of fascination! Loved camping with hubby on the grill, that gorgeous sunset, and Bella- lol- she had me laughing when she jumped up on the bed the second that blanket was spread out! Smart dog. I also love those little lunch boxes you have- so cute! Looking forward to the Q&A with Mr. Thanks again for sharing, honey- see you next time! Love from Connecticut!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Louise! You know, while I was editing I thought to myself, why didn’t I go in the puddles? Next time I will :)

  • @jenwhitelife2464
    @jenwhitelife2464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are looking just so very beautiful, the baby mama glow. God bless you and yours. Love, jenwhite

  • @keahithefieryone8513
    @keahithefieryone8513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have a great rest of your day Chana, we sold our home in Henderson and looking in Pahrump NV with an acre of land so I can go out rock hound, camp- yes even camp - and possible grow a small garden and can't wait

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow that’s so exciting! I’ve been to Pahrump several times, I know exactly where you’re talking about!

  • @kristinmiller4779
    @kristinmiller4779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good morning Chana and kiddos 💕 💖 what a fun week for you guys!!

  • @debbiec4224
    @debbiec4224 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Enjoyed this video a lot. Sounds like camping was fun ! Glad to see your hubby was able to come along and you had a camper to stay in! I bet it was more comfortable sleeping there than in your tent. Glad to see Bella along. She is so cute. I hope you are able to get some rest after your adventures in camping and the busy week you had! Looking forward to the Q&A with your husband.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Debbie! We really enjoyed the week and the camper especially!

  • @123scrappygirl
    @123scrappygirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love all of your adventures with the kids. I think that you were brave to go camping in the winter. I think that the kids lived their boots so they could splash i. All the puddles. I don’t know how you keep on going especially with not feeling well most of your days.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad you enjoy our adventures :) We definitely enjoy being able to share them with you!

  • @CherylNoe
    @CherylNoe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol! Of course the kids had to try out their new boots in the puddles!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wouldn’t have it any other way 💜

  • @lindsaya7733
    @lindsaya7733 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a fun week. Camping and Target! 😄 Target is where I need nothing but want everything! Can’t wait to hear those piano concerts down the road!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! Need nothing but want everything, that is the perfect way to describe it!

  • @kimberlyslavsky9799
    @kimberlyslavsky9799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video is making me smile at the start of a long week. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad to hear that! Thank you so much for being here!

  • @karenhill3161
    @karenhill3161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing planned this week, just the usual long line of chores. Looking forward to meeting up with my friend next week. Take care. Loved the camping trip - scenery looked amazing. Still very cold in my corner of the world.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Enjoy your week Karen! Unplanned is my favorite kind :)

  • @kailinngillen1182
    @kailinngillen1182 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like your "Week in the Life" videos. Thanks for sharing. Great video ❤

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! So glad you like them!

  • @marybee4734
    @marybee4734 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    CHANA WHAT A WONDERFUL VIEDO ITS RELAXING I LOVE GOING CAMPING 🏕 BUT I HAVEN'T GONE IN A LONG TIME IT GOT PRETTY COLD HERE IN ARIZONA 🌵🌵THERE WAS SNOW UP ON THE MOUNTAINS TODAY IS THE LASTED DAY OF FEBRUARY AND SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER🌿🪴🌱🌺🌹🌸🐛🐞🐛🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻🐝

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad you enjoyed! Stay warm Mary!

  • @batya-chana9911
    @batya-chana9911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Target is my little bit of heaven. I spend so much time in that store. I love love love Target. I love that they have so many kosher food items. So my week started with my daughter 5th birthday party. We had an ice skating party and she had so much fun with all her friends.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy birthday to your daughter! What fun!

  • @batya-chana9911
    @batya-chana9911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Porto to say, my husband is also a musician. He plays the keys and bassist. I love listening to him play not practice. Hahahaha. When his musician friends come over and they are working on a song it can take hours.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s so fun! I love to listen to my husband play also :)

  • @marciaboucher8346
    @marciaboucher8346 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would love to know where you got those way cool lunch boxes? You almost make me want to go camping.lol

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got a couple of them years and years ago from a store that no longer carries them. Recently though I was able to buy two more on Amazon. Just look for metal bento box and they should pop up :)

  • @cherylcalac8485
    @cherylcalac8485 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, love how you expose your children to nature and the outside.
    You are good, G-d bless💕

  • @sharonchambers8570
    @sharonchambers8570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looked like a very good week. My family camped a lot when I was young. Then, my dad died when I was 14, and my mom, brother and I continued camping, because it was an economical way to have vacations, plus we enjoyed it. After my dad was gone, we did a camping trip to Disney World, and a number of trips to the Gulf Coast, in addition to more local camping. I grew up in North Alabama, so we were able to get the the beach or the
    Mountains pretty easily. Your kids will remember these good times.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your trips sound so fun and memorable 💖

  • @Trekkifulshay
    @Trekkifulshay 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We have fun stuff planned Shrove or Pancake Tuesday is this week & it's one of my kiddo's fav holidays.

  • @Hope8x28
    @Hope8x28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Woooohoo!! Yay for the piano! I'm so glad you got to get out. My husband and I have a goal of 52 hikes this year. We took hike 8 yesterday which was awesome.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love your hiking goal! That’s awesome!!!

    • @Hope8x28
      @Hope8x28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies Thank you!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Hope8x28 you’re so welcome!

  • @sylviapurcell3517
    @sylviapurcell3517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Chana, such a fun video❤ your daughter cracks me up w/her cowboy boots and your little guy is getting tall. I hope you start 2 feel better in the mornings. Yay, you got a piano. I can play 2 songs Romeo and Juliet and of course heart & soul❤❤

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Sylvia! You know in all my years of playing piano, I never learned heart and soul lol

  • @kimmykat9
    @kimmykat9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am a new viewer and I wanted you to know how much I enjoy your videos. Learning about your lifestyle is really interesting. You look so pretty in that hair fall....but you look pretty all the time. Thanks for letting us into your life. So happy about your rainbow baby, I had one too...never heard that expression before.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here! And thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words 💖

    • @kimmykat9
      @kimmykat9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies Thanks so much !!!😊

  • @arleneg1271
    @arleneg1271 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    0h yes, Target is amazing. That is why I try to stay out of there.lol Finally Spring has come to North Alabama this week. The sun is shining and the birds are singing. We have had so much cold weather that we are ready for some 70 degree temps. Loved the rain boots...you are ready for the spring showers now!!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was good and stuck to rain boots and food plus one candle for me 😊 But wow ya avoidance may be best lol

  • @Nannerchan
    @Nannerchan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m your favorite. I stayed until the very end, including the bloopers.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yayyyy! Thank you 💖💖💖

  • @karenhopper1691
    @karenhopper1691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I saw the title with camping in it I thought bless you. I tent camped in June in swampy hot south Georgia 7 months pregnant and I literally spent half the day showering off every few hours to stay comfortable. I vowed never again! Hooray for the camper! 😍❤🌞

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow you are brave to camp in that!!!! I was not about to rough it in a tent this go round :) The camper was perfect :)

  • @hoosierlady3085
    @hoosierlady3085 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I look forward to every upload you share! I love all of them. Blessing to you!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aw thank you so very much! I really appreciate you taking the time to tell me that 💜

  • @roseyc.5846
    @roseyc.5846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chana, what a fun camping trip! The kiddos are great, God bless them.. Bella is, too. 🤗 I can't believe it's so cold in TX. I'm glad you felt better with some fresh air. I think I like Mondays and Thursdays better now because of your videos. Thanks so much for sharing; many blessings to all of you. Rosemarie 💖

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That just made my day! Thank you Rosemarie! 💖

  • @ZukAniFan
    @ZukAniFan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your ditl and witl videos! Looks like you did a little bit of reorganization in your study... what I can see of it looks great!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Yes I am reorganizing in there, not quite done yet :) must be nesting lol

    • @ZukAniFan
      @ZukAniFan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaroffireflies I remember doing that while pregnant in 2020. It wasn’t so much reorganizing, but with how things got done in general and when they got done. And then with how the nursery was set up (not that the baby uses it yet, despite already being a year old). Definitely love hearing about your progress, even though the morning sickness part sucks.

  • @jettabartholomew1118
    @jettabartholomew1118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved this vlog! Happy to see hubs camping with you & kiddos, hiking and cooking 🍳🔪 The food looked delicious 😋 That camper was pretty cool!!! Was that fun? Easier? So happy I found your channel 💞

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad you loved this one! We had a super fun week :) the camper was harder in the sense that I couldn’t drive it or set it up and it wasn’t ours, but easier because bed and bathroom 😂 I still prefer a tent personally, but my husband doesn’t like tents so if a camper gets him to come along I can compromise :)

  • @jennbidwelledwardson2885
    @jennbidwelledwardson2885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad you had a camper for this trip! Once you have your baby you can go back to the tent. Give yourself the comfort now.
    This week started with good family time and now it's off to work. Have a wonderful week.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely enjoyed the camper and it’s conveniences :) so glad your week has started so nicely!

  • @janetlongislandsticher
    @janetlongislandsticher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi great video, love your camping trips. I like that your husband like a to cook and he does amazing food. Yumm take care n see you next time.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Janet! So glad you like our camping trips!

  • @sbrown6070
    @sbrown6070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're such a cool person. I'm a grandma now but you really remind me of me when I had little kiddos. Just love your channel!

  • @jackandpicklesvlogs
    @jackandpicklesvlogs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was the sweetest video and you're looking beautiful ❤

  • @MandaJean789
    @MandaJean789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I jus so much love your channel and the joy it brings me. 🥰🥰 thank you so much!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aw thank you so much Amanda 😊💜

  • @margRose
    @margRose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are an amazing person!

  • @tehilamozorosky832
    @tehilamozorosky832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the canteen’s who makes them ? The sunset was breathtaking… I had to take a screenshot beautiful! I hope your feeling ok … hope you have a lot of nachat from the kids 🤗

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Tehila! I got them on Amazon. If you email me I can send you a link. I found them by searching “canteen” or “kid canteen”x wasn’t that sunset fantastic! So beautiful 💜

  • @janithgottfried8320
    @janithgottfried8320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad you were able to borrow a camper! I couldn't imagine tent camping while pregnant! Looked like all had a great time! Yes Target is amazing, I can always find more than I come in for! As always a pleasure to watch and learn.....

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Janith! I was super grateful for the camper :) It was really nice to have for the trip!

  • @sisterspooky
    @sisterspooky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    @Jar of Fireflies - Girl, you went GLAMPING, not camping. Hahahahaha
    Travel trailers are definitely > tents, IMHO. I definitely am a GLAMPER. 🤣 Out in the wildness of nature with all the comfort of home, who would want to refuse that??? 😉
    Need to Shabbat experience level 2.0 with camping! That would be a crazy challenge, but you’d probably need to be GLAMPING to pull that off. 😉
    Your week looked fun! Glad you guys had a good time. 😊

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol glamping… camping… it’s all outdoors!

  • @julielanderjensen480
    @julielanderjensen480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh your videos makes me happy - What a lovely week, you had

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fantastic! What fun thrift finds!

  • @beverleydoherty5717
    @beverleydoherty5717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    May I say this. You are a very hard worker.Please take care of your self.

  • @sandykalmeyer9523
    @sandykalmeyer9523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I laughed out loud when you were so excited in Target to buy everything! Great week.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s been so long, I forgot how much stuff they have!!!

  • @Emmahb8
    @Emmahb8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are just finishing summer (a few more weeks where we could get up into the 90's.) So the thought of the cold weather and snow sounds great at the moment! - unfortunately I am a bit too low for snow where I live. Thanks for another video, it was great to see what you do, I'm hoping to go camping for a night this coming Friday with family. Hope you get some time to play the piano.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you are able to get out camping! That sounds fun!

    • @Emmahb8
      @Emmahb8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies I was able to get away for a night and it was lovely to be camping. Hoping to do more this year.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Emmahb8 awesome!

  • @lesleywhite6285
    @lesleywhite6285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Chana,
    That camping trip looked so much fun!
    Glad your husband could go with and Bella too!!
    I love the look of your piano and am looking forward to hearing updates on how it’s all going!
    Have a great week.
    Lesley

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Lesley! It was a super fun week all around!

  • @heatherinparis
    @heatherinparis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Chana.....since next week is the time for my quarterly doctor's appointments today started off with a pre-dawn fasting trip to the lab for bloodwork. NOT my favourite way to start any day but particularly disagreeable on a Monday morning! I came out to discover the sun had risen and was shining broadly, many of the winter-in-the-city birds were cawing or chirping or twittering according to their nature and I hurried home to my toast-and-coffee and a Video from YOU! Here in Ontario there are few signs of spring yet.....the temp is double digits below 0degreesC and the ploughed snow edging the city streets is at least waist high, so watching your pretty weather and hearing you talk about being able to go camping is very cheering. Thanks for sharing

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So glad this could brighten your day a bit! Good luck on all your tests ad appointments! Wishing you only good health!

  • @annettewalter2273
    @annettewalter2273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for another interesting and fun vlog.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for being here Annette!

  • @lindaversil1121
    @lindaversil1121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They got those boots just in time.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly! I was so glad they had some in stock!

  • @trishpolk640
    @trishpolk640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thx, Chana, for another great video!!! I always enjoy them. Little bit busy here as we got a new puppy..so cute..and are doing the training, etc..not easy! She and our 2 yr old lab are starting to really play together ..so cute! Now I am off to the local grade school where I do a reading program with second graders. I love it!! Enjoy your week,my beautiful friend!❤️

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh a new puppy how fun!!!! And exciting!!! Enjoy the reading program! That’s really great that you do that!

  • @lisagallegos6842
    @lisagallegos6842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chana, I noticed the quilts on the wall in the back. Are you a quilter. Would love to see them sometime. I love camping with my family too. The grandkids have so much fun and can't contain their excitement each time we go.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Lisa! Yes I am a quilter, just not so often these days. I’m working on a baby quilt for a dear friend that I will show in a video soon!

    • @lisagallegos6842
      @lisagallegos6842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaroffireflies I know how busy life gets. I put it down for several years. oh dear, 20 I think, but recently got back into quilting. I'm working on a lap quilt right now designed by Lori Holt. Now that I'm retired, I have all the time in the world for quilting and other hobbies. Yippee!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lisagallegos6842 that’s so fun! Yes one day I’ll have time too :) I’ve been working on Bakers Dozen for like two years now lol and the last year has been a break from it :)

  • @martaupward5992
    @martaupward5992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been a piano teacher for many years and I am so very happy to see how gently your children approaches the keys. I am looking forward to seeing you all play!

    • @martaupward5992
      @martaupward5992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Approached that is. A home with a piano is always cozier and not just as furniture. I hope to hear Hatikvah, my favorite song.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What fun! I was happy with how they handled the piano also :) And I totally agree, a piano is just so special!

  • @annemcclelland5036
    @annemcclelland5036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You certainly have had a fun and busy week. It’s like the song I’ve been Every Where…. Lots of fun camping with all of you even Bella loved it and those steaks hubby was bbq ing looked yum. Great Video 🤗

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We had a lot of fun for sure :)

  • @martaupward5992
    @martaupward5992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE the Vermeer art you have up!!

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Its a super fun unit we are all enjoying :)

  • @ixchelkali
    @ixchelkali 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anything more fun than splashing through a puddle in rainboots? I want a pair of those tiger boots I saw on the shelf at Target.
    I enjoyed going along on your travels.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for coming along on our week! Ya those rain boots for kids were super fun :)

  • @bettymaclennan2000
    @bettymaclennan2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Between Friday and Sunday we had nearly a foot of snow. You and the children would love it Hannah. Beautiful 🌞 today! Your video motivates me as always! You are so BUSY! Thanks again for sharing. ❤️

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow Betty that is a LOT of snow!!! You are so right, my kids would absolutely love it :)

  • @martaupward5992
    @martaupward5992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do I a comment quota?! Haha. Love the cute puddle jumpers! Aren’t rain boots a blast.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Comment all you want!!! I am sooooo glad I was able to find them rain boots! They loved the puddles!

  • @Yomariegut
    @Yomariegut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am loving your pregnancy glow! Shalom amiga 💙

  • @Kimonwatersedge
    @Kimonwatersedge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely video Channa. 🤓Thank you for sharing 🤓💫

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for being here Kim!

  • @martaupward5992
    @martaupward5992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How I love your channel, Chana!! Box forts!! You have included so many of my favorite things!! I pray for you to continue to get rest. Btw, I got three new piano students yesterday.

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much!! And congratulations on the new students!

  • @flowerpower8992
    @flowerpower8992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey hey another week is here and what a way to start it with a fun filled video from the lovely Chana and what a great video it is , love these style videos thanks for sharing Chana 😊 hello from across the big big pond from you’re here in England

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so very much! I really appreciate you ! 💖💕

  • @שולמיתרוש
    @שולמיתרוש 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Channah. Happy to see you. Like to see you cook. You didn't this week🙁. Hope you all enjoyed the camping.. reminds me of my younger days!!!! Have a good and safe week..

    • @jaroffireflies
      @jaroffireflies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We definitely enjoyed the camping :)